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3 Installation and Connections
Note: All the installation and operations here should conform to your local electric safety rules.
3.1 HDD Installation
The DVR is provided with a SATA HDD and it can be equipped with maximum 8 SATA HDDs.
Recommended models are:
- SEAGATE Barracuda series
- SEAGATE SV35 series
- WESTERN DIGITAL Caviar series.
Follow the instructions below to install hard disk.
1. Loosen the screws of the upper co-
ver
2. Remove the HDD upper bracket
3. Now you can see the bottom
bracket
4. Line up the HDD to the four holes of
the HDD bracket
5. Use four screws to fix HDD
6. Install the upper bracket and then
use screws to fix HDD in the bracket
7. Unfasten the HDD power cable
8. Insert the HDD power cable
9. Use the special data cable to
connect the HDD and the SATA port.
Close the chassis and fix the screws to
secure firmly.
3.2 Rack Installation
The DVR occupies 2 rack units of vertical rack space.
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Use twelve screws to fix the unit.
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Please make sure the indoor temperature is below 35°C (95°f).
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Please make sure there is 15cm (6 inches) space around the device to guarantee sound ventilation.
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Please install from the bottom to the top.
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If there are more accessories connected in the rack, please take precaution measures in case the rack power is over-
load.
