Using This Guide
The Avid
®
NEXIS
™
media network provides a high-performance distributed file system that contains high-
capacity shared media storage for workgroups of connected Avid
®
editing workstations.
Symbols and Conventions
Avid documentation uses the following symbols and conventions:
If You Need Help
If you are having trouble using your Avid product:
Symbol or Convention Meaning or Action
n
A note provides important related information, reminders, recommendations, and strong
suggestions.
c
A caution means that a specific action you take could cause harm to your computer or cause you
to lose data.
w
A warning describes an action that could cause you physical harm. Follow the guidelines in this
document or on the unit itself when handling electrical equipment.
n
A user tip provides a helpful hint that can aid users in getting the most from their system.
n
A shortcut shows the user keyboard or mouse shortcuts for a procedure or command.
> This symbol indicates menu commands (and subcommands) in the order you select them. For
example, File > Import means to open the File menu and then select the Import command.
This symbol indicates a single-step procedure. Multiple arrows in a list indicate that you
perform one of the actions listed.
(Windows), (Windows
only), (Macintosh), or
(Macintosh only)
This text indicates that the information applies only to the specified operating system, either
Windows or Macintosh OS X.
Bold font Bold font is primarily used in task instructions to identify user interface items and keyboard
sequences.
Italic font Italic font is used to emphasize certain words and to indicate variables.
Courier Bold font
Courier Bold font identifies text that you type.
Ctrl+key or mouse action Press and hold the first key while you press the last key or perform the mouse action. For
example, Command+Option+C or Ctrl+drag.
| (pipe character) The pipe character is used in some Avid product names, such as Interplay | Production. In this
document, the pipe is used in product names when they are in headings or at their first use in
text.
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