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PictureTel 3.1 appendix Installing the LiveGateway Board, Power On Self Test Post

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Installing the LiveGateway Board

Electrical current from power, telephone, and signal cables is potentially hazardous. When installing, moving, or opening your computer, disconnect all signal cables in accordance with national and local laws. Do not connect or disconnect LiveGateway components when your computer is on, as you might damage the LiveGateway hardware. To prevent electrostatic damage to the board, do not disconnect the power cable from the computer

To install the LiveGateway board:

1.Power off the server.

2.Install the board in an available ISA or EISA full-length expansion slot, as shown below. Note: Your board will have only one of the two switches shown in the illustration.

3.Connect the LiveGateway to the ISDN BRI by plugging the ISDN cable into the RJ45 socket on the LiveGateway board.

4.Run the Bootup Board diagnostics. The Bootup Board Diagnostics program is provided on a separate diskette that was provided with your LiveGateway kit.

Power On Self Test (POST)

Whenever the LiveGateway Service is started or restarted, LiveGateway performs a Power On Self Test (POST). You can also perform the POST test from within the LiveManager gatekeeper application by using the LiveGateway SNMP Manager which is accessible from both the File menubar and the toolbar of LiveManager.

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3.1 specifications

PictureTel 3.1 is a landmark software release that revolutionized the realm of video conferencing and remote communication technology in the late 1990s. Emerging from the need for effective and efficient communication in professional environments, PictureTel 3.1 combined innovative technologies and user-friendly features to facilitate high-quality video interactions.

One of the standout features of PictureTel 3.1 is its advanced video compression technology. By utilizing the H.261 standard, it enabled high-quality video transmissions over low-bandwidth connections, making it accessible for a wider audience. This capability paved the way for organizations to implement video conferencing without needing extensive infrastructure investments. The software's ability to dynamically adjust video quality based on available bandwidth ensured smooth sessions, minimizing interruptions and enhancing user experience.

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