NEC ExpEther-2S, User Manual

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Handling precautions
(for proper operations)
Be sure to observe the following precautions for the proper functioning of the product. Ignoring the
precautions may cause malfunction or failure of the product.
 Connect the provided power cord to a 100 to 127/200 to 240 VAC outlet.
 Install the product in an appropriate place. For details about the installation location, refer to “3.6
Installing ExpEther product” in User's Guide.
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If a peripheral device is not a hot-plug device, make sure that the server is off and unplug the
power cord before connecting/removing cables to/from peripheral devices.
 Wait for at least 30 seconds before connecting power cord to power outlet after disconnecting it.
 Turn off the product and unplug the power cord before moving it.
 Regularly clean the product to prevent various types of failure. For details about cleaning, refer to
“7 Daily Maintenance” in User's Guide.
 Wait for at least 30 seconds before turning on the product after turning off the product.
 In the following cases, check and adjust the system clock before operation.
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After transportation
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After storage
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After the product is used following a period of disuse, in which storage conditions did not
conform to those that guarantee product operations.
 Momentary voltage drop may occur due to lightning strike. To prevent this, use of UPS is
recommended.
 Check the system clock approximately once per month
 When you have installed your PCI Express option card, install the driver according to the
instruction manual attached to the card.
 Demolished or remodeled products are not warranted.
 We recommend that you store the product at a constant temperature to properly operate the
product and built-in devices in case of consecutive operations.
 Observe the following storage conditions to store the product.
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Temperature: −10°C to 55°C, Humidity: 20% to 80%, No condensation of moisture
 Do not use any cell phone or PHS and switch off them near the product. Electric waves from such
devices can cause product to malfunction.
 Make sure to use optional devices supported by this product. Even if third party's devices are
successfully installed or connected, installation of unsupported devices can cause the product to
malfunction or even failure.
 For optional devices, we recommend you use our NEC products. Some third-party products claim
that they support this product. You will be charged to repair failure or damage caused by use of
such products even within warranty period.