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C2612M (5/06) Digital Video Recorder DX8000 DX8UP-512MBRAM Installation Manual[...]
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2 C2612M (5/06) Introduction The following instructions serve as a guide for the installation of the DX8UP-512MBRAM memory expansion module. PARTS LIST Qty Description 1 512 MB double data rate (DDR) dual inline memory module (DIMM) 1 Adhesive-backed upgrade part label Figure 1. 512 MB DIMM Module T OOLS NEEDED 1 Phillips-head screwdriver #1 (nonma[...]
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C2612M (5/06) 3 Getting Ready 1. Familiarize yourself with the instructions throughout this manual. 2. Check that you have all the necessary parts and tools. Refer to the Parts List and T ools Needed sections. 3. Shut down the DX8000 Series DVR unit. Refer to DX8000 Installation Manual or Operations and Programming Manual for instructions on shutti[...]
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4 C2612M (5/06) Figure 3. Removing Power Cord from Unit 5. Ensure that the DX8000 Series DVR and all of its components are protected against electrostatic discharge (ESD). Before handling any electronic components, you should take steps to ground yourself properly so that any built-up static electric charges are dissipated away from the unit. The m[...]
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C2612M (5/06) 5 Prepare Unit for RAM Installation OPEN THE UNIT CHASSIS 1. If the DX8000 is mounted in a rack, remove it and transport it to an area that will provide full access to the unit chassis: a. Disconnect any cables or connections that might restrict access to or the removal of the unit. b. Unscrew the fasteners that are securing the unit [...]
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6 C2612M (5/06) COMPONENT LAYOUT Figure 6 shows the location of your DX8000 Series DVR’ s major components. Certain cables and components have been omitted from the illustrations in this manual for the purpose of clarity . Figure 6. DX8000 Interior POWER SUPPLY DIMM SOCKETS (RAM) CPU VGA CARD PCI SLOT 1 2 3 4 5 6 REAR CROSS-BRACE FRONT CROSS-BRAC[...]
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C2612M (5/06) 7 Install the DX8UP-512MBRAM Memory Module 1. Carefully remove the DX8UP-512MBRAM DIMM module from its static-safe packaging. Handle the DIMM by its edges and avoid contact with the module’ s chips or conductive leads. 2. Locate the first empty DIMM socket. This socket is directly adjacent to the socket containing the existing DIMM[...]
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8 C2612M (5/06) 3. Align the DIMM module with the socket so that the notch in the module lines up properly with the break in the DIMM socket. Refer to Figure 8. 4. Make sure that the white retaining clips are not in the locked position by pressing outward and down on each clip. Refer to Figure 8. Figure 8. DIMM Module and DIMM Socket Alignment 5. C[...]
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C2612M (5/06) 9 Reassemble the Unit 1. Replace the chassis cover using the same screws you removed from the side and rear of the unit. Refer to Figure 10. Figure 10. Replacing Chassis Cover 2. Attach the silver part label that came in your upgrade kit to the inside of your DVR’ s front door . a. Remove the paper backing from the part label. b. Ca[...]
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10 C2612M (5/06) INCREASE PAGING FILE MEMORY SIZE Pelco recommends that you increase the paging file memory size after the DX8UP-512MBRAM module is installed in the memory slot. To increase the paging file memory size: 1. T urn on the power switch and allow the unit to start up and find the new memory . This may take several minutes. 2. After th[...]
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PRODUCT WARRANTY AND RETURN INFORMA TION WARRANTY Pelco will repair or replace, without charge, any merchandise proved defective in material or workmanship for a period of one year after the date of shipment. Exceptions to this warranty are as noted below: • Five years on FR/FT/FS Series fiber optic products and TW3000 Series unshielded twisted [...]
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