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21. Preparing for Software/Driver Installation
Once you have selected your configuration, and read the install notes you can go ahead and start connecting the
system, there are some simple rules to follow:
Do not turn your powered monitors (or amplifier) on until the system is totally connected, and all devices upstream
are powered and running normally. This is good studio common sense and prevents your monitors trying to
reproduce and potentially harmful sounds which occur when turning on other hardware.
Avoid crossing power and data cables, or winding either in circles, this can lead to degraded performance.
Always use the best quality cables you have access to, this will ensure you get long-term reliability and improve
performance.
So now you have positioned and connected your monitoring system and you are prepared with the right knowledge
to connect to your computer via Firewire. The next step is to install ERGO’s drivers and software on to your computer.