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Installation: Hardware
Installing the PC-DVR: PCI Card Version
Installing the PC-DVR: USB Version
2. Remove
the
cover
from
your
computer
case. Exercise caution
whilst doing so - some
components can retain
an electrical charge even
once the power has been
disconnected.
Remove
the
screws
1.
holding your computer’s
cover in place.
Locate a spare USB 2.0 port on your computer. Avoid using a hub, USB extension lead or USB 1.0 or 1.1 ports, as these
1.
will limit the bandwidth available to the DVR, causing the unit to perform poorly or not at all.
Plug the USB plug on the PC-DVR into the spare USB 2.0 port. Your operating system will detect it automatically, and ask
2.
you if you want to install drivers. Be sure to choose “NO” - the drivers will be installed along with the software during
the next step of installation.
7. Replace the cover of
your computer, replacing
screws
as
necessary,
and reattach any cables
disconnected during the
installation procedure.
8. Start your computer.
5. If necessary, remove the spare slot cover.
Often, these are screwed in place, but
sometimes are physically part of your
computer’s case, perforated for easy re-
moval. In the latter circumstance, exercise
care when removing the slot cover – the
perforated edges can be sharp!
6. Carefully insert the PC-DVR card into the
spare PCI slot. Grip the card at both ends,
and apply even, steady pressure until it is
firmly and completely inserted into the
PCI slot. Insert and fully tighten a screw
into the thread located on top of the slot
cover.
4. Locate a spare PCI
slot. Generally, these
are located on the
motherboard of your
computer and are white.
3. With care, lay your
computer down on it’s
side so that the internal
components
(i.e.
the
motherboard and PCI
cards) are facing upright.
IMPORTANT
Read before you attempt installation:
Be aware that you may void the
•
manufacturer’s warranty by opening
your computer case. If in doubt, contact
your retailer for more information before
proceeding.
To avoid static discharge to sensitive parts,
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wear rubber soled shoes. Grip the metal
of the case momentarily to discharge any
static electricity before going any further.
If you are unfamiliar with installing and/
•
or maintaining computer hardware, we
suggest employing the services of a
professional computer technician to install
the PCI card into your computer.
