Vicon VN-NVR Shadow User manual

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Installation and Operation Manual

XX221-00-05

ViconNet VN-NVR Shadow with

Internal RAID

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operation will be entirely error free or perform precisely as described in the documentation. This system has not been designed

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NVR Shadow Installation & Configuration Guide

Topic Page

General 3

Hardware Installation 4

Accessory Kit 4

Unpacking and Inspection 5

Unpacking the Unit 5

Required Items for Installation 5

Unit Components 6

Mounting 8

Installing the VN-NVR Shadow 9

Operation 12

Powering On the Unit 12

Powering Off the Unit 12

Using ViconNet 13

Accessing the Configuration Functions 13

Registering Your Unit 15

Connecting to the Network 16

Setting up the Storage Database 17

Monitoring the RAID System 20

Replacing a Bad Database Drive 23

Replacing the OS Hard Drive 25

Shipping Instructions 29

Technical Information 30

Vicon Standard Equipment Warranty 32

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General

This manual provides information for installing and setting up the ViconNet®

VN-NVR Shadow with internal RAIDs.

The NVR Shadow is a high-capacity Network Video Recorder that can

simultaneously capture, view and store high-quality, high-resolution voice,

video and data. It provides scalable, internal RAID-5 storage for medium and

large-scale installations. The 8-bay removable drive configuration (larger

versions have 24 bays) makes it easy to hot-swap drives without having to

remove the unit from the rack.

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Hardware Installation

This unit should only be installed by a qualified technician using common

hand tools and approved materials in accordance with the National Electrical

Code ANSI/NFPA 70, state and local wiring codes. These units meet

requirements for an FCC Class A computing device and CE.

The rack-mount VN-NVR Shadow is a 2 RU (8- bay; 24-bay units are 4 RU)

unit that installs into a standard 19-inch racking system.

Vicon requires the use of line conditioners, voltage regulators and

uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems in the electrical power service.

Note

Read all instructions before beginning the installation.

Accessory Kit

The provided accessory kit contains necessary items needed to install and

wire the unit during installation:

Table 1: Accessory Kit

Part Description

CD and Manuals Provides documentation and software (including current

drivers)

Power Cord Used for power connection

Rail Kit For rack mounting the VN-NVR Shadow; includes

hardware

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Unpacking and Inspection

All Vicon equipment is tested and inspected before leaving the factory. It is

the carrier’s responsibility to provide suitable delivery.

Inspect the cartons upon delivery and, if damage is present, make detailed

notes on the carrier’s bill. Then, obtain the carrier agent’s signature and file a

damage claim as soon as possible.

Open the cartons and inspect the equipment for damage. Save the cartons

and packing material. If damage is present, contact the carrier and file a

damage claim immediately. If the equipment must be returned for repair,

follow the Shipping Instructions at the end of this manual.

Unpacking the Unit

Carefully open the cartons. The RAID drives are preconfigured at the factory

but are removed from the unit for shipping. Remove the accessory kit and the

VN-NVR Shadow from the box and place them on a large, flat working

surface. Open the accessory kit and verify the contents against the list in

Table 1.

Required Items for Installation

To setup for operation there must be a keyboard and a mouse available to

operate the GUI.

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Unit Components

This section describes the VN-NVR Shadow front and rear panels.

Front Panel Controls and Connections

Note

On the 24-bay unit, the bays are counted down the columns, 1-6 down on the left side through 19-24

down the right side. The OS drive is on the rear panel.

•Network LED Indicators:Green LED used to display the network

connection status (ON means unit on and OFF means unit off).

•Power LED Indicator: Blue LED used to display the power status (ON

means unit on and OFF means unit off).

•Power Button:Used to power on the unit.

•USB Ports: Used for optional devices (2).

Power

Button

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Rear Panel Controls and Connections

Note

Rear panels change often but should be similar.

•Power Receptacle: Used to connect the provided power cable.

•Serial Port: Used to connect system serial devices.

•Display Port/VGA Port: Not used.

•USB Connectors: Used for keyboard, mouse and optional devices (4).

•Network Port:RJ-45 connectors; use to connect to a LAN/WAN

(10/100/1000 Base T. Be sure to use the connector marked NIC 1 (NIC 2

should be plugged). LEDs indicate connectivity and speed.

•Monitor (Display):Used for digital video output to a monitor, DVI to VGA

and DMS-59 to dual DVI adaptors supplied.

Monitor

Power

Use

NIC 1

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Mounting

Rack

The NVR Shadow was designed to be mounted in a standard 19-inch

(483 mm) wide vertical rack. A rail kit is installed onto the NVR to connect it

to the rack. Hardware and installation instructions on how to use this kit are

provided with the rail kit. The rail mounting kit is included to provide extra

support for the unit in the rack. This rail kit MUST be used.

Note

It is recommended that at least 1 RU of space [1.75 in. (44.45 mm)] be left in

between multiple units mounted in the same rack for cooling purposes.

Warning

Failure to leave space for cooling between recorders may result in

malfunctioning and possible failure of the unit.

Install the two (2) rail kit mounting brackets onto the sides of the NVR

Shadow. Use the instructions supplied with the rail kit. The brackets have

slots and holes that fit directly onto the hardware on the sides of the unit.

Refer to figure below.

Note

Use the square holes in the rail kit for mounting. If this is not convenient, it

may be necessary to use a square hole to round hole adapter.

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Installing the VN-NVR Shadow

After the unit is mounted permanently, follow the steps in this section to

install the hardware.

•Step 1: Installing the Drives

•Step 2: Connecting the Hardware

•Step 3: Connecting the Power Supply

Important Notes

Do not apply power or plug-in the unit to any outlet until instructed to do so.

Disable the AC power to prevent installer injury and damage to the unit.

Before beginning the hardware installation, ensure that the room or area

designated for the ViconNet hardware installation is well ventilated.

Step 1: Installing the Drives

The NVR Shadow is delivered with the 8 RAID drives packaged in the

accessory kit. Each of the drives (8) must be installed into the unit in the

correct bay for proper operation. Refer to the Front Panel figure for Bay

numbers.

Caution

The RAID drives are configured at the factory and have to be installed back

into the correct bay.

Push the lock button to release the arm on the drive. Insert each tray into the

corresponding bay number. Secure the arm back into place.

Caution

Make sure that the serial number on the tray matches the serial number on

the VN-NVR Shadow. Each tray has a label indicating the serial number and

the bay number.

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