PowerFile A3 manual Archive Engine and Media Library Connections

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Archive Engine and Media Library Connections

•If more than one Media Library is installed at your site, it is recommended that you distribute the Media Libraries among the FireWire cards. For example, given four libraries, plug one library into each card before you start doubling up.

•If using a back-to-back configuration, connect all front-facing Media Libraries to the front- facing Archive Engine. Similarly, connect all rear-facing Media Libraries to the rear-facing Archive Engine.

•Daisy chaining of Media Libraries is not supported.

3.Use the provided power cords to connect the Archive Engine to a UPS or properly grounded electrical outlet.

4.Connect the Media Libraries to a Universal Power Supply (UPS) or properly grounded electrical outlet.

WARNING: DO NOT use a UPS with automatic shutdown or so called smart features. The PowerFile system does not support these features. Use a simple UPS to protect your system from power blackouts and brownouts.

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