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Environmental Requirements
The site you choose for your Avid Nitris workstation should meet the following
environmental requirements:
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Clean and dust free
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Free from significant temperature or humidity changes
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Sturdy, level, and not subject to vibration
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Away from radio frequency emissions, high-traffic, or high-noise areas
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Provides adequate space in front of and behind the workstation components, so that you
can connect cables and service your workstation. This also provides adequate airflow
for cooling.
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A minimum clearance of 3 inches (7.6 cm) for the side and back panels of the deskside
base unit
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A table (or other surface) that is at least 60 inches wide by 48 inches deep (150 cm ×
120 cm) for the editing workstation
Electrical Requirements
Your site should meet the following electrical requirements:
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Adequate power for each workstation component, so that extension cords are not
needed.
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At least two 15-amp circuits available: one for the workstation, Nitris, and accessories
and one for the Avid MediaDock storage system.
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Site is away from major electrical equipment, such as motors, air conditioners, or
elevators.
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Site is not subject to static electrical buildup.
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Uses an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) to protect your workstation from sudden
power surges or losses, and to save you from the resulting loss of work.
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Plug only your Avid Nitris equipment into the power strip. Do not plug in coffee makers,
radios, lights, or other such devices.
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