Appendix E: Replacing the Operating System Drive

The DVR5300 uses a compactflash drive for the unit operating system. In addition to greater reliability, this drive can be easily replaced if a failure occurs.

NOTES:

You must shut down the unit to replace the operating system drive.

The unit uses a hex button socket security screw to prevent tampering. This procedure requires the enclosed operating system drive security tool.

Contact Pelco for the new operating system drive (refer to Appendix F: Troubleshooting on page 43 for contact information).

To replace the operating system drive (refer to Figure 37):

1.Shut down the DVR5300 (refer to Unit Shutdown on page 32).

2.Use the security tool to disengage the drive latch on the front panel. The latch is spring loaded and pops out about 0.25 inches (6 mm). The security screw is attached to the latch and cannot be removed.

3.Gently pull the latch away from the front panel. The drive disengages from its slot.

4.Remove the drive from the unit.

5.Orient the new drive and insert it into the slot.

6.Use the security tool to engage and tighten the latch on the front panel.

7.Power up the DVR5300 (refer to Unit Startup on page 31).

SECURITY SCREW

PULLING LATCH

SECURITY TOOL

Figure 37. Replacing the Operating System Drive

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