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a.Verify that the active Logical Drive is selected, and then press Enter.

b.Choose “Delete logical drive,” and then press Enter.

Figure 34. Delete Logical Drive

c. Select Yes on the shortcut menu, and then press Enter.

13.On the keyboard, press Esc twice to return to the Main Menu.

INSTALLING THE NEW HDDS

NOTE: You do not have to shut down the DX8100HDDI to install the new hard drives.

14.Install the new HDDs in the DX8100HDDI drive bays. For information about installing HDDs, refer to Installing the DX8100HDDI Drive Trays on page 15.

15.Verify that the DX8100HDDI status LEDs are flashing green and blue, indicating the drives are ready to be configured.

CREATING THE LOGICAL DRIVE

16.To access the Setup mode from the DX8100HDDI front panel:

a.If the IP address is still displayed in the LCD, press ESC five times.

b.Press and hold ENT for two seconds.

17.Press ENT to enter the Quick Logical Drive Install menu.

18.Press the down arrow to select RAID5.

PWR

BUSY

MUTE

ATTEN

ESC ENT

Figure 35. Quick Logical Drive Install

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Contents DX8100 Series Digital Video Recorder List of Tables ContentsList of Illustrations C3648M 7/08 Regulatory Notices Important Safety InstructionsIntroduction About the External Storage UpgradeDX8100HDDI External Video Storage Parts List and ToolsDX8100-ISCI Scsi Card Part Number Description Other DX8100 Optional AccessoriesPreparing the Scsi Card for Installation DX8100-ISCI Scsi Card InstallationRemoving the Chassis Cover Opening the ChassisCPU Understanding the Component LayoutPreparing the Main Capture Card for Removal Moving the Main Capture CardMoving the Main Capture Card Installing the Scsi CardReassembling the Unit Installing the DX8100HDDI Drive Trays Installing a New DX8100 and DX8100HDDI SystemInstalling the Units Opening the Drive Tray Door Turning on the DX8100HDDI and the DX8100 Connecting the DX8100HDDI to the DX8100Upgrading the DX8100 with the DX8100HDDI Hardware InstallationConfiguring the DX8100 C3648M 7/08 Drives Converted to Basic Disk New Partition Wizard Using only DX8100HDDI External Storage C3648M 7/08 Selecting the Allocate Option C3648M 7/08 Deleting the RAID Array Upgrading the DX8100HDDI HDD Storage CapacityBacking UP Recorded Video Data Optional C3648M 7/08 Main Menu Creating the Logical Drive Installing the NEW HddsUnmap the Logical Drive Obtaining AN IP AddressLogical Drives Screen Partitioning the Logical DrivePartition Logical Drive C3648M 7/08 Selecting a Logical Drive Mapping the PartitionsC3648M 7/08 LUN Mapping Formatting the DrivesAllocating the NEW DX8100HDDI Drives Electrical SpecificationsProduct Warranty and Return Information ISO9001
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dx8100 specifications

The Pelco DX8100 is a robust digital video recorder (DVR) designed for surveillance and security applications, providing a comprehensive solution for video monitoring and recording. Renowned for its advanced features, the DX8100 appeals to both small and large organizations seeking reliable security solutions.

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