Getting started checklist
This guide applies to all models of the Milestone Husky IVO. Follow the checklist below to ensure that you carry
out the steps of your installation in the right order.
Prepare network and
devices
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Assign static IP addresses to all system components and cameras
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Make sure camera models and firmware are supported by the
XProtect system
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Cameras must be connected to the network, and you can access
them from your unit
Obtain a software
license code
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Purchase XProtect software and obtain the license file
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Go to the Milestone website (
https://online.milestonesys.com/
and register your software license code (SLC)
This step does not apply if you are using an
XProtect Es license
Prepare your unit
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Mount the unit on a shelf for the desktop and tower models, or
use rails for the rack models, to support the chassis
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Connect peripherals, LAN, and power
Turn on the unit and
complete the Husky
Assistant
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Configure computer name and domain or workgroup settings
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Hard drive detection
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Select the preferred storage configuration
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Select the XProtect software version
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Links to detailed description of system installation
Download the latest
XProtect Device Pack
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A device pack is automatically included when you install the
XProtect software. For support of new devices and firmware
versions, get the latest device pack
Update Windows
®
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Make sure that your Windows operating system is updated with
all the latest Windows updates
Install clients on other
computers
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Install XProtect Smart Client and XProtect Management Client on
other computers for better system performance
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