Autodesk HP xw9400, Hardware Setup Manual

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as XFS), or the last version of the Autodesk Stone and Wire Filesystem and Networking Guide for information
on setting up the Stone
®
filesystem.
8 Perform the procedures in the Autodesk Visual Effects and Finishing Installation and Configuration Guide
to install and license your Visual Effects and Finishing application.
Hardware Configuration Guidelines
In most cases, hardware integration and application installation are done on delivery by an authorized
technician, and some of the procedures in this guide may not be necessary. Still, it is a good idea to read
through all chapters to familiarize yourself with the configuration procedures for the following reasons:
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Many suspected problems with your system may be due to loosened connections or improperly configured
devices. This guide helps you troubleshoot problems by providing information about properly configured
systems.
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If you need to call Customer Support, familiarity with this guide allows you to help Customer Support
diagnose problems.
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If you want to move your system at any time, or upgrade certain hardware components, this guide
contains crucial information.
This guide, in conjunction with the Autodesk Stone Direct Configuration Guide , provides complete information
about the configuration of hardware components. However, hardware configuration should only be performed
by an experienced hardware integrator.
Your Autodesk system consists of high-performance hardware that must be configured in an environment
suited to its operational needs. The following sections discuss:
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Memory requirements
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Proper environmental conditions
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Power and air-conditioning
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Rack-mounting
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Static discharges
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Audio grounding
Memory Requirements
The HP xw9400 supports up to 16 GB of memory, and uses DDR2-667 ECC Registered / Unbuffered DIMMs.
The amount of memory required for your Autodesk Visual Effects and Finishing system depends on the
resolution of your projects, the type of work you perform and, in some cases, the platform on which you
are running the application. Refer to the
Autodesk Visual Effects and Finishing Software Installation Guide to
determine the memory requirements for your Visual Effects and Finishing application.
Ensuring Proper Environmental Conditions
You should consider the following environmental guidelines for all hardware configuration:
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Place all components in an air-conditioned environment. All hardware components generate heat and
must be kept cool. See
Power and Air Conditioning Requirements on page 5.
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