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Chapter 2
System Installation with the ContentServer 4000 Series
This section provides step-by-step installation instructions for a Harmonic MediaGrid system with
the ContentServer 4000 series. This section includes the following topics:
Site Preparation
Installation Overview
Racking Precautions
Rack Mounting the Harmonic MediaGrid 4000 Series System
Connecting the Harmonic MediaGrid 4000 System Components
Expanding a Harmonic MediaGrid 4000 Series System
Site Preparation
Note the following prerequisites for installation of your Harmonic MediaGrid System.
Environmental
Harmonic equipment is designed to operate in a clean, air-conditioned control room
environment. Care must be taken to avoid temperature and humidity extremes.
Power
When connecting equipment, care must be taken to avoid power lines that are subject to
noise and voltage spikes. Do not install units on a power circuit that is common to such
equipment as air conditioners and refrigeration units. For optimum protection, AC noise filters
and surge protectors are recommended if unstable power conditions are present.
Site
Harmonic MediaGrid equipment is designed for rack mounting. Be sure to read racking
precautions before you begin unpacking system components.
Be aware of the weight of the ContentServers and ContentStores so that you may safely move
and lift devices.
An unpopulated ContentStore 5840 weighs approximately 46 kg (101 lb), and 131 kg
(288 lb) with all disk drives installed.
A fully populated ContentServer 4000 weighs approximately 47 kg (104 lb).
A fully populated ContentStore 4240 weighs approximately 29 kg (64 lb).
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