MAX Servers - Setup and Configuration
Online Database
MAX systems (firmware version 4.34 or higher) rely on an online media database for disc recognition. The online database provides all media information (such as disc title, track/chapter information, artist information, etc.). In order to identify discs (CDs and/or DVDs) as they are added to the MAX Server, the MAX Server must have permanent access to the internet.
Previous versions of the MAX Servers utilize a database that resides on the server, and therefore do not require a permanent connection to the internet. The shift from an onboard media information database (updated periodically) to a dynamic online database will provide more accurate and consistent results when identifying new media as they are added to the MAX Server.
Without access to the internet, all media information must be entered manually.
Mandatory 24-Hour Initialization Period (HT Servers only)
IMPORTANT!
Failure to allow this initialization to complete may cause performance problems during media playback.
If Power Is Removed From the HT Server
If for reason power is removed from the HT Server for any length of time more than one hour, the RAID batteries will begin to discharge. Partially discharged batteries may cause performance problems during media playback.
In the event that the HT Server has sat without power for more than an hour, you should allow the server to charge for up to 18 hours to ensure that the batteries are fully charged, before use.
For best results, always use a UPS with MAX Servers and avoid removing all power from the unit.
Step 1: Connect a Mouse, Keyboard and VGA Monitor
PS/2 Keyboard port
PS/2 Mouse port 
VGA Out
Note: minor layout variations exist between the MMS and HT servers - for example, there is no parallel printer port on the HTs, and the USB 1 port is located outside of this panel.
FIG. 11 MAX Servers - rear panel connectors
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