Bosch BRS-RAC2-8100A Installation Guide

Bosch Recording Station Appliance

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Table of Contents

1 Safety Precautions 5

1.1 General Safety Precautions 5

1.2 Electrical Safety Precautions 8

1.3 Important Notices 9

1.4 FCC & ICES compliance 9

1.5 EMC Compliance 10

1.6 ESD Precautions 10

1.7 Operating Precautions 11

2System Overview 12

2.1 Introduction 12

2.2 BRS Tower 12

2.2.1 Control Panel Buttons/LEDs 13

2.3 BRS 19-inch 1U 15

2.3.1 Control Panel Buttons 15

2.3.2 Control Panel LEDs 16

2.3.3 Drive Carrier LEDs 16

2.3.4 Power Supply LEDs 16

2.3.5 Overheating 17

2.4 BRS 19-inch 2U 18

2.4.1 Control Panel Buttons 19

2.4.2 Control Panel LEDs 19

2.4.3 Drive Carrier LEDs 20

3 Maintenance 21

3.1 BRS 19-inch 1U 21

3.1.1 Removing the Chassis Cover 21

3.1.2 Removing/Replacing Hard Drives 22

3.1.3 System Fans 24

3.1.4 Power Supply 25

3.2 BRS 19-inch 2U 26

3.2.1 Removing the Chassis Cover 26

3.2.2 Removing/Replacing Hard Drives 27

3.2.3 System Fans 29

3.2.4 Power Supply 30

4 Rack Installation 32

4.1 Unpacking the System 32

4.2 Preparing for Setup 32

4.2.1 Choosing a Setup Location 32

4.2.2 Rack Precautions 32

4.2.3 General System Precautions 32

4.2.4 Rack Mounting Considerations 33

4.3 BRS 19-inch 1U - Rack Mounting Instructions 34

4.3.1 Identifying the Sections of the Rack Rails 34

4.3.2 Inner Rails/Inner Rail Extensions 35

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4.3.3 Outer Rails 35

4.3.4 Installing the Chassis into a Rack 36

4.3.5 Installing the Chassis into a Telco rack 37

4.4 BRS 19-inch 2U - Rack Mounting Instructions 38

4.4.1 Separating the Sections of the Rack Rails 38

4.4.2 Inner Rails/Inner Rail Extensions 39

4.4.3 Outer Rails 39

4.4.4 Installing the Chassis into a Rack 40

5 Additional documentation 41

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1 Safety Precautions

1.1 General Safety Precautions

The following safety precautions must be observed:

Read, follow and retain instructions

All safety and operating instructions must be read and followed before installing the device.
Retain instructions for future reference.

Observe warnings

Observe all warnings on the device and in the Hardware Installation Manual.

Add-on devices

Do not use add-on devices that are not recommended by the product manufacturer as these
may cause hazards.

Installation notes

– Do not place the device on an unstable mounting, tripod or similar. The device may fall to

the ground and seriously injure the user or be damaged itself.

– Only use accessories that have been recommended by the manufacturer or are delivered

with the device.
– Fit the device according to the manufacturer's instructions.
– Exercise extreme caution when transporting the device on a trolley. Abrupt stopping,

extreme force effects and uneven surfaces may cause the device and the trolley to tip

over.
– Keep the area around the system clean and free of clutter.
– Place the chassis top cover and any system components that have been removed away

from the system or on a table so that they won't accidentally be stepped on.
– While working on the system, do not wear loose clothing such as neckties and

unbuttoned shirt sleeves, which can come into contact with electrical circuits or be

pulled into a cooling fan.
– Remove any jewelry or metal objects from your body, which are excellent metal

conductors that can create short circuits and harm you if they come into contact with

printed circuit boards or areas where power is present.
– After accessing the inside of the system, close the system back up and secure it to the

rack unit after ensuring that all connections have been made.
– The system is heavy when fully loaded. When lifting the system, two people at either end

should lift slowly with their feet spread out to distribute the weight. Always keep your

back straight and lift with your legs.

Cleaning

Unplug the device from the mains power supply before cleaning. Follow the instructions for
the device. Normally, cleaning can be carried out with a damp cloth. Do not use liquid
cleaners or cleaners in spray cans.

Service

Do not attempt to service the device yourself. You may be exposed to high electrical voltages
or other hazards if you open or remove covers. Servicing must be carried out by qualified
maintenance personnel.

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Damage requiring service.

Unplug the device from the mains power supply and arrange for the device to be serviced by
qualified personnel if:
– The mains cable or mains plug is damaged.
– Liquids or foreign bodies are present in the device.
– The device has come into contact with water and/or has been exposed to extreme

environmental conditions (e.g. rain, snow etc.).

– If the device does not work properly in spite of following the operating instructions, make

changes only to those operating elements that are described in the operating
instructions. Incorrect changes to other operating elements may cause damage requiring

extensive repair work to be carried out by qualified service personnel.
– The device has fallen to the ground or the housing has been damaged.
– A noticeable change in the performance of the device has occurred. In this case, the

device must be serviced.

Spare parts

If spare parts are required, service personnel must use spare parts that are recommended by
the manufacturer or correspond to the original parts. Using the wrong spare parts may result
in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

Safety test

When servicing or repair is complete, ask service personnel to carry out a safety test to ensure
that the device is working correctly.

Power source

The device must only be operated with the power source indicated on the label. If you are not
sure whether you can operate the device with a specific power source, ask the dealer from
whom you bought the device or your electricity provider.
For devices that are operated using external power units, only recommended and tested
power units should be used.
For devices that are operated using power units with limited power, the power unit must
conform to the EN 60950 standard. Other replacement power units may damage the device
and lead to fire or electric shock.

Coax grounding

If a cable system is connected to the device for outside use, ensure that the cable system is
grounded. Only for models available in the USA: Section 810 of the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/ NFPA No.70-1981, contains information on the correct grounding of the mounting, coax
grounding at a discharge device, the size of the ground conductors, the location of the
discharge device, connection to discharge electrodes and requirements regarding the
discharge electrodes.

Grounding or polarizing

This device may have a polarized AC plug (a plug with one pin broader than the other). With
this protection system, the plug can only be inserted into a socket in one way. If you are
unable to insert the plug fully into the socket, rotate it and try again. If you are still unable to
insert the plug, ask an electrician to replace the socket with a later model. Do not attempt to
bypass the polarized plug.
Alternatively, the device may have a 3-phase ground plug with a third (grounding) pin. With
this protection system, the plug can only be inserted into a grounded socket. If you are unable
to insert the plug into the socket, ask an electrician to replace the socket with a later model.
Do not attempt to bypass the grounded plug.

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Lightning

For added protection of the device during a storm, or when it is not used for a lengthy period
of time, unplug the device from the mains and disconnect the cable system. This prevents the
device being damaged by lightning or a power surge.

Location The installation location should be quiet and have only limited access.

Devices for inside use
Water and damp — Do not use this device in the vicinity of water (e.g. in a damp cellar) or in

humid locations.
Entry of foreign bodies and liquids — Do not insert foreign bodies into the device openings
as you may touch parts that are at high-voltage or cause a short circuit, which may result in
fire or electric shock. Do not spill liquids on the device.
Mains cable and mains cable protectors — For devices that operate at 230 V AC, 50 Hz, the
input and output mains cables must conform to IEC publication 227 or IEC publication 245.
Mains cables should be laid in such a way that no one can step on them and no other objects
can be placed on top of them or leant against them. Particularly protect cables, plugs and
sockets as well as device entry points.
Overloading — Do not overload sockets and extension cables as this may result in fire or
electric shock.

Rack-mounting devices
Ventilation — This device should not be installed anywhere where correct ventilation cannot

be ensured or the manufacturer's instructions cannot be followed. The maximum operating
temperature for this device must not be exceeded.
Mechanical load — When installing the device in a rack, beware of hazards that may arise due
to unequal mechanical load.

WARNING!

Interruption of mains supply:
Voltage is applied as soon as the mains plug is inserted into the mains socket.
However, for devices with a mains switch, the device is only ready for operation when the
mains switch (ON/OFF) is in the ON position. When the mains plug is pulled out of the socket,
the supply of power to the device is completely interrupted.

WARNING!

Removing the housing:
To avoid electric shock, the housing must only be removed by qualified service personnel.
Before removing the housing, the plug must always be removed from the mains socket and
remain disconnected while the housing is removed. Servicing must only be carried out by
qualified service personnel. The user must not carry out any repairs.

WARNING!

Lithium battery:
Batteries that have been inserted wrongly can cause an explosion. Always replace empty
batteries with batteries of the same type or a similar type recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of empty batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.

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CAUTION!

Electrostatically sensitive device:
To avoid electrostatic discharges, the CMOS/MOSFET protection measures must be carried
out correctly.
When handling electrostatically sensitive printed circuits, grounded anti-static wrist bands
must be worn and the ESD safety precautions observed.

NOTICE!

Installation should only be carried out by qualified customer service personnel in accordance
with the applicable electrical regulations.

Disposal

Your Bosch product has been developed and manufactured using high-quality materials and
components that can be reused.
This symbol means that electronic and electrical devices that have reached the end of their
working life must be disposed of separately from household waste.
In the EU, separate collecting systems are already in place for used electrical and electronic
products. Please dispose of these devices at your local communal waste collection point or at
a recycling center.

1.2 Electrical Safety Precautions

Basic electrical safety precautions should be followed to protect you from harm and the
system from damage:
– Be aware of the locations of the power on/off switch on the chassis as well as the room's

emergency power-off switch, disconnection switch or electrical outlet. If an electrical

accident occurs, you can then quickly remove power from the system.
– Do not work alone when working with high voltage components.
– Power should always be disconnected from the system when removing or in stalling main

system components, such as the mainboard, memory modules and floppy drive. When

disconnecting power, you should first power down the system with the operating system

first and then unplug the power cords of all the power supply units in the system.
– When working around exposed electrical circuits, another person who is familiar with the

power-off controls should be nearby to switch off the power if necessary.
– Use only one hand when working with powered-on electrical equipment. This is to avoid

making a complete circuit, which will cause electrical shock. Use extreme caution when

using metal tools, which can easily damage any electrical components or circuit boards

they come into contact with.
– Do not use mats designed to decrease static electrical discharge as protection from

electrical shock. Instead, use rubber mats that have been specifically designed as

electrical insulators.
– The power supply power cords must include a grounding plug and must be plugged into

grounded electrical outlets. The unit has more than one power supply cord. Disconnect

both power supply cords before servicing to avoid electrical shock.
– Mainboard replaceable soldered-in fuses: Self-resetting PTC (Positive Temperature

Coefficient) fuses on the mainboard must be replaced by trained service technicians

only. The new fuse must be the same or equivalent as the one replaced. Contact

technical support for details and support.

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CAUTION!

Mainboard Battery: There is a danger of explosion if the onboard battery is installed upside
down, which will reverse its polarities. This battery must be replaced only with the same or an
equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer (CR2032). Dispose of used batteries
according to the manufacturer's instructions.

CAUTION!

DVD-ROM Laser: Some systems come with a DVD-ROM drive. To prevent direct exposure to
the laser beam and hazardous radiation exposure, do not open the enclosure or use the unit in
any unconventional way.

CAUTION!
Class I Laser Product

Invisible laser radiation when open. Avoid exposure to beam.

1.3 Important Notices

Accessories - Do not place this unit on an unstable stand, tripod, bracket, or mount. The unit

may fall, causing serious injury and/or serious damage to the unit. Use only with the cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer. When a cart is used, use
caution and care when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
Quick stops, excessive force, or uneven surfaces may cause the cart/unit combination to
overturn. Mount the unit per the manufacturer's instructions.

1.4 FCC & ICES compliance

FCC & ICES Information

(U.S.A. and Canadian Models Only)

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
conditions:
– this device may not cause harmful interference, and
– this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause

undesired operation.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules and ICES-003 of Industry Canada. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and
radiates radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of
this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his expense.
Intentional or unintentional modifications, not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance, shall not be made. Any such modifications could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment. If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/television technician for corrective action.
The user may find the following booklet, prepared by the Federal Communications
Commission, helpful: How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems. This booklet
is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402, Stock No. 004­000-00345-4.

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Informations FCC et ICES

(modèles utilisés aux États-Unis et au Canada uniquement)

Ce produit est conforme aux normes FCC partie 15. la mise en service est soumises aux deux
conditions suivantes :
– cet appareil ne peut pas provoquer d'interférence nuisible et
– cet appareil doit pouvoir tolérer toutes les interférences auxquelles il est soumit, y

compris les interférences qui pourraient influer sur son bon fonctionnement.
AVERTISSEMENT: Suite à différents tests, cet appareil s’est révélé conforme aux exigences
imposées aux appareils numériques de Classe A en vertu de la section 15 du règlement de la
Commission fédérale des communications des États-Unis (FCC). Ces contraintes sont destinées
à fournir une protection raisonnable contre les interférences nuisibles quand l'appareil est
utilisé dans une installation commerciale. Cette appareil génère, utilise et émet de l'energie
de fréquence radio, et peut, en cas d'installation ou d'utilisation non conforme aux
instructions, générer des interférences nuisibles aux communications radio. L’utilisation de ce
produit dans une zone résidentielle peut provoquer des interférences nuisibles. Le cas
échéant, l’utilisateur devra remédier à ces interférences à ses propres frais.
Au besoin, l’utilisateur consultera son revendeur ou un technicien qualifié en radio/télévision,
qui procédera à une opération corrective. La brochure suivante, publiée par la Commission
fédérale des communications (FCC), peut s’avérer utile : How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV
Interference Problems (Comment identifier et résoudre les problèmes d’interférences de radio
et de télévision). Cette brochure est disponible auprès du U.S. Government Printing Office,
Washington, DC 20402, États-Unis, sous la référence n° 004-000-00345-4.

1.5 EMC Compliance

NOTICE!

This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio
interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

1.6 ESD Precautions

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) is generated by two objects with different electrical charges
coming into contact with each other. An electrical discharge is created to neutralize this
difference, which can damage electronic components and printed circuit boards. The
following measures are generally sufficient to neutralize this difference before contact is
made to protect your equipment from ESD:
– Use a grounded wrist strap designed to prevent static discharge.
– Keep all components and printed circuit boards (PCBs) in their antistatic bags until ready

for use.
– Touch a grounded metal object before removing the board from the antistatic bag.
– Do not let components or printed circuit boards come into contact with your clothing,

which may retain a charge even if you are wearing a wrist strap.
– Handle a board by its edges only. Do not touch its components, peripheral chips, memory

modules or contacts.
– When handling chips or modules, avoid touching their pins.
– Put the mainboard and peripherals back into their antistatic bags when not in use.
– For grounding purposes, make sure your computer chassis provides excellent

conductivity between the power supply, the case, the mounting fasteners and the

mainboard.

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1.7 Operating Precautions

The chassis cover must be in place when the system is operating to assure proper cooling.
Out of warranty damage to the system can occur if this practice is not strictly followed.

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2 System Overview

2.1 Introduction

This manual applies to the following models:
– Bosch Recording Station Tower (BRS Tower)
– Bosch Recording Station 19-inch 1U (BRS 19-inch 1U)
– Bosch Recording Station 19-inch 2U (BRS 19-inch 2U)

2.2 BRS Tower

Front view:

There are several LEDs on the control panel and on the drive carriers. The LEDs display the
system and component status. This chapter explains the meanings of all LED indicators and
the appropriate responses that need to be taken.

1 DVD writer
2 Overheat/Fan Fail
3 HDD
4 NIC
5 Power on/off

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Rear view:

1 Mains connection 100 - 240 VAC, 50 - 60 Hz
2 Keyboard - Mouse

Note: We recommend using PS2 mouse and keyboard.
3 2x USB
4 Serial interface COM1
5 Do not use !
6 2x Ethernet (RJ45)
7 Monitor (DVI)

2.2.1 Control Panel Buttons/LEDs

The control panel is located on the front of the chassis. This section explains what each LED
indicates when illuminated and any corrective action you may need to take.

Power on/off

The main power button is used to apply or remove power from the power supply
to the system. When the power is on, the power button will be lighted by a blue
LED. Turning off the system power with this button will cause the blue LED to
turn off and will remove the main power, but will keep standby power supplied to
the system. Therefore, you must unplug system before servicing the system.

HDD

Indicates IDE channel activity. SAS/SATA drive activity when flashing.

NIC1

Indicates network activity on GLAN1 / 2 when flashing.

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Overheat/Fan Fail

This LED indicates a fan failure when flashing.
When Continuously On (not flashing): This LED indicates an overheat condition
caused by cables obstructing the airflow in the system or the ambient room
temperature being too warm.

Correcting an Overheat/Fan Fail Condition

1. Check the routing of the cables and move any cables the restrict airflow.

2. Confirm that all fans are operating normally.

3. Verify that the heatsinks are installed properly.

4. If the chassis cover is not aligned correctly, the airflow may be disrupted. This leads to
overheating. Confirm that the chassis cover is placed correctly.

5. This LED will remain active as long as the overheat condition exists.

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