Q-See MODEL QC40198, MODEL QC40196 user manual Hard Disk Drive, Installation/Removal

HARD DISK DRIVE CHAPTER 8

Your DVR uses a standard desktop computer SATA (Serial Advanced Technology Attachment) hard disk drive and will support up to a 2TB (terabytes) drive. These drives are the current industry standard and may be purchased wherever computer parts are sold. Depending on where you purchased your DVR, it may come with a pre-installed drive. But, we recognize that you may wish to upgrade or replace your drive in the future so this DVR is designed to make installation and replacement easy for the average user.

It should be noted that while this is the only user-serviceable part within the case and you will not void your warranty by installing or upgrading your hard disk drive, care must be taken to avoid damage to the other components within the case.

WARNING! ELECTRIC SHOCK RISK!

The DVR MUST be unplugged from all power sources as well

as from the cameras before opening the case. Failure to do so

can result in damage to the DVR or its components as well as injury or death.

8.1 INSTALLATION/REMOVAL

It is strongly advised against opening the case when atmospheric conditions present the risk of static discharge which can damage electronic components.

Whether installing the drive for the first time or removing the old one to install a new one, the steps are largely the same:

STEP 1. Disconnect the DVR from the power source as well as any other connections.

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STEP 2. Insert the key in the lock and	STEP 3. You will also need to loosen the
press down. Turn clock-wise 90	two thumbscrews to either side of
degrees to unlock.	the lock.

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STEP 4. Lift the drive cover from the bottom and then slide it towards the bottom of the unit. If you are replacing a hard drive, you will need to unscrew the four drive mounting screws holding the drive to the cover plate.

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STEP 6. Place the hard drive cover plate on the drive lining up the four mounting holes on both parts

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STEP 5. Connect the power and data cables before attaching the drive to the cover plate. Press firmly, but do not force them onto the pins or you may damage them. The connectors are “keyed” to ensure they are connected in the proper position.

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STEP 7. Use the screws to attach the drive to the cover. Recheck the connection of the cables before reattaching the cover panel to the DVR.

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