HP EX485 - MediaSmart Server - 2 GB RAM, User Manual

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Set up and Installation
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One or more computers running Windows XP, Windows Media Center Edition, or Windows Vista
for the first software installation. Optionally, an Apple Mac OS X 10.5 (Leopard) or later for
additional software installations.
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An Internet browser is required to run the HP MediaSmart Server software. Choose one from the
following options.
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Download Internet Explorer from http://www.microsoft.com/downloads .
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Download Firefox from http://www.firefoxdownload.com/ .
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Download Safari from http://www.apple.com/safari/download/ .
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A broadband connection, such as DSL or cable, is required for remote access functionality.
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iTunes 7.1 or later is required for combining household music libraries and streaming music with
iTunes. Download iTunes from
http://www.apple.com/itunes/download .
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Server Location
Find a suitable place to locate your HP MediaSmart Server before you install the software on your
computers. The location you choose must have either an available wired network connection to
your broadband
router or a switch connected to your broadband router.
The server also requires adequate ventilation to ensure it does not get too hot:
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Do not locate the server in an unventilated space.
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Make sure that the server’s front and back panels are not blocked.
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Check that the location of the server is not too hot. Maximum environmental temperature for
operating the server is 35 °C (95 °F).
Network Requirements
To successfully use the HP MediaSmart Server, your network must meet the following
requirements:
Network Requirements
Requirement Recommended
Server connection 100 Mbps to 1000 Mbps (Gigabit Ethernet) wired
connection
Home computers One or more computers running a supported
operating system with a wired or wireless network
connection. For a list of supported operating
systems, see
Supported Operating Systems .
Internet connection Broadband connection, such as DSL or cable,
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