Introduction
The exacqVision Z-Series is part of exacqVision’s series of network video recorders (NVR). The exacqVision Z-Series 4U NVR provides high-
performance hardware with an exacqVision surveillance video management software.
Installation requirements
This is a rack mount system. Before you turn on the exacqVision Z-Series server, ensure that the server meets the following requirements.
Mounting and operating environment requirements
• Mount the exacqVision server in a dust-free and climate controlled location where the temperature is between 40°F to 95°F (4.5°C to 35°C),
and the humidity level is less than 80% non-condensing.
Note:
Dust can cause components of the server to overheat, and elevated temperatures can contribute to premature hard drive
failures.
• If the hard drives dispatch separately to the system, insert each drive into the appropriate hard drive slot, if they are numbered.
• You can place a surge suppressor between the camera and the recorder of all outdoor cameras.
• The server must connect permanently to the ground wire. Ensure this connection is made by a skilled individual. Use an 18 AWG wire or
larger to make the connection, and label the grounding screw near the power connector with the following image.
Figure 1: Grounding wire
Electrical environment requirements
• For maximum reliability, connect the exacqVision server to an online UPS (uninterrupted power supply). An online UPS filters power surges
and dips that can damage the server.
• Connect a mouse and keyboard to the server.
• Connect the exacqVision server network interface cards (NIC) to the appropriate network switch ports.
• Ensure that only a skilled person replaces the battery.
• Use cables with a ferrite core to connect to monitors. If the cables do not have a ferrite core, the unit still performs as expected but may
not meet CE safety regulation standards.
Network connection requirements
• If the video surveillance system does not have a physically isolated network, connect all IP cameras and one server NIC to a dedicated
camera VLAN (virtual LAN).
• Install the camera manufacturer’s software on a PC in this subnet, or configure the router to connect a client computer with the camera
subnet. For information on how to configure the network, see
This VLAN configuration reduces the chances of network traffic conflicts and unauthorized access to the cameras.
Initial startup
When you start the exacqVision server for the first time, create a user name and password for the operating system, then create a root user
name and password for the Enterprise Manager.
1. Turn on the exacqVision server.
2. Create a user name and password for the operating system when the log on dialog box appears. Configure operating system settings as
required.
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Z-Series 4U Hybrid NVR Quick Start Guide
