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Escient Vision VX-600 Installation Guide
Version: M51003-06A1
7
Getting Started
UsetheinformationinthischaptertosetupandcongureyourVisionsystem.
To get started you need to:
1. ProperlycongureoneormoreVisionVSorVCclientsonyourEthernetnet-
work.
2. ConnectVisiontoyourEthernetnetwork
Important: Read all of the following installation instructions and the safety
information in the included carefully before you plug Vision into a power outlet.
Setting up VX
Rackmounting the Server
The Vision VX ships with two rackmount brackets and four
nuts. If you wish to mount your VX server in a rack, attach
the two rackmount brackets to the front sides of the VX
chassis. Make sure that your rack has plenty of airow on
all sides of the VX chassis to prevent overheating.
Step 1: Connect the Ethernet cable
ConnectaCAT6ratedEthernetcablefromyourgigabitEthernetswitchtotheEther-
net port on the back of Vision VX Server.
Step 2: Connect the power cord
Plug one end of the power cord into the back of Vision VX Server and the other end
into a power outlet.
Note: Escient recommends the use of a UPS (uninterruptable power supply)
with surge suppression for all Vision products.
Step 3: Inspect the 4 drive trays
Make sure that all 4 1TB drives are fully inserted and the silver eject tabs are secured.
Step 4: Turn on your Vision
SetthepowerswitchonthebackpaneloftheVXtotheONpositionthenpressand
releasethepowerbuttononthefrontpanel.TheLEDsonthefrontpanelwilllight
and the Vision will begin to start up. The VX is fully setup when:
• TheGreenPowerLEDissolid
• TheGreenLANindicatorisashing
• All4DiscStatusLEDsaresolidgreen
• TheSystemStatusLEDissolidgreen.YouwillhearashortbeepfromtheVX
when the boot sequence is complete.
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