Getting Ready

Before you install the DX8100-EXP Expansion Unit, familiarize yourself with the instructions throughout this manual. The Expansion Unit is ready to use after you complete the installation steps in this manual.

The steps to install the Expansion Unit are summarized as follows:

1.Unpack the DX8100-EXP Expansion Unit kit and check that you have all the necessary Expansion Unit kit components. For information about components supplied in the DX8100-EXP Expansion Unit kit, refer to Parts List on page 4.

2.Verify that you have the required tools to install the Expansion Unit. For information about the tools required to install the Expansion Unit, refer to Tools Needed on page 5.

3.Shut down the DX8100 Series DVR. For information about shutting down the DX8100, refer to the DX8100 Installation Manual, Operation/Programming manual, or DX8100 server online Help.

4.Unplug the power cord from the wall socket.

WARNING: It is critical that the unit be unplugged for your safety. You must remove the power cord because current continues to flow through the DX8100 even when the unit is off. Remove the power cord from the wall socket first and then from the rear of the DVR.

Figure 3. Removing Power Cord from Wall

5. Remove the power cord from the back of the DX8100.

Figure 4. Removing Power Cord from DX8100

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