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Modifying the equipment without Cisco’s written authorization may result in the equipment no longer complying with FCC requirements for Class A or Class B digital devices. In that event, your right to use the equipment may be limited by FCC regulations, and you may be required to correct any interference to radio or television communications at your own expense.

You can determine whether your equipment is causing interference by turning it off. If the interference stops, it was probably caused by the Cisco equipment or one of its peripheral devices. If the equipment causes interference to radio or television reception, try to correct the interference by using one or more of the following measures:

• Turn the television or radio antenna until the interference stops.

• Move the equipment to one side or the other of the television or radio.

• Move the equipment farther away from the television or radio.

• Plug the equipment into an outlet that is on a different circuit from the television or radio. (That is, make certain the equipment and the television or radio are on circuits controlled by different circuit breakers or fuses.)

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Audience xiv

Document Organization xiv

Cisco 90-Day Limited Hardware Warranty Terms

There are special terms applicable to your hardware warranty and various services that you can use during the warranty period. Your formal Warranty Statement, including the warranties and license agreements applicable to Cisco software, is available on Cisco.com. Follow these steps to access and download the Cisco Information Packet and your warranty and license agreements from Cisco.com.

1. Launch your browser, and go to this URL:

http://www.cisco.com/univercd/cc/td/doc/es_inpck/cetrans.htm

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The Warranties and License Agreements page appears.

2. To read t he Cisco Information Packet, follow these steps: a. Click the Information Packet Number field, and make sure that the part

number 78-5235-03A0 is highlighted.

b. Select the language in which you would like to read the document. c. Click Go.

The Cisco Limited Warranty and Software License page from the Information Packet appears.

d. Read the document online, or click the PDF icon to download and print

the document in Adobe Portable Document Format (PDF).

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Note You must have Adobe Acrobat Reader to view and print PDF

files. You can download the reader from Adobe’s website:

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3. To read translated and localized warranty information about your product,

follow these steps:

a. Enter this part number in the Warranty Document Number field:

78-5236-01C0

b. Select the language in which you would like to read the document. c. Click Go.

The Cisco warranty page appears.

d. Review the document online, or click the PDF icon to download and print

the document in Adobe Portable Document Format (PDF).

You can also contact the Cisco service and support website for assistance:

http://www.cisco.com/public/Support_root.shtml.

Duration of Hardware Warranty

Ninety (90) days.

Replacement, Repair, or Refund Policy for Hardware

Cisco or its service center will use commercially reasonable efforts to ship a replacement part within ten (10) working days after receipt of a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) request. Actual delivery times can vary, depending on the customer location.

Cisco reserves the right to refund the purchase price as its exclusive warranty remedy.

To Receive a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) Number

Contact the company from whom you purchased the product. If you purchased the product directly from Cisco, contact your Cisco Sales and Service Representative.

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Complete the information below, and keep it for reference:

Company product purchased from

Company telephone number

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This preface describes the objectives, audience, organization, and conventions of this guide, and provides information on how to obtain related documentation and technical support.

This preface includes the following sections:

• Document Objectives, page xiv

• Audience, page xiv

• Document Organization, page xiv

• Related Documentation, page xv

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• Document Conventions, page xvi

• Command Syntax Conventions, page xvi

• Obtaining Documentation, page xxii

• Documentation Feedback, page xxiii

• Obtaining Technical Assistance, page xxiii

• Obtaining Additional Publications and Information, page xxv

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Document Objectives

This guide describes the setup and configuration of Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Server hardware.

Note This guide is not applicable if IP/TV has been purchased as a software-only

option.

Audience

The information in this guide is for the system administrator who is responsible for hardware installation and basic network configuration of Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers.

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Warning

Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment.

Document Organization

This guide is organized into the following chapters and appendixes:

Chapter Title Description

Chapter 1 Introducing IP/TV

Servers

Chapter 2 Preparing to Install

the IP/TV Server

Chapter 3 Installing the IP/TV

Server

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Statement 1030

Describes the capabilities of IP/TV Broadcast Server and IP/TV Program Manager.

Describes safety considerations and gives an overview of the installation and procedures you should perform before the actual installation.

Describes how to unpack and install the IP/TV Broadcast Servers.

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Document Conventions

The IP/TV documentation set uses the following conventions:

Convention Description

> Indicates movement through menu options, for example:

Choose Start > Run.

bold Indicates a button that you are instructed to click, for

example:

Click Next.

screen

boldface

screen

Shows an example of information displayed on the screen.

Shows an example of information that you must enter.

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Command descriptions use the following conventions:

Convention Description

boldface Indicates commands and keywords that are entered literally as

shown.

italics Indicates arguments for which you supply values; in contexts

that do not allow italics, arguments are enclosed in angle brackets (< >).

[x] Indicates optional keywords or arguments.

{x | y | z} Indicates a choice of required keywords (represented by x, y,

and z). You must select one.

[x {y | z}] Indicates a required choice within an optional element. You

do not need to select keyword x, but if you do, you must specify either argument y or argument z.

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Command Syntax Conventions

The following conventions are used to attract the reader’s attention:

Note Means reader take note. Notes contain helpful suggestions or references to

materials not contained in this manual.

Caution Means reader be careful. In this situation, you might do something that could

result in equipment damage or loss of data.

Warning

Waarschuwing

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This warning symbol means danger. You are in a situation that could cause bodily injury. Before you work on any equipment, be aware of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry and be familiar with standard practices for preventing accidents. Use the statement number provided at the end of each warning to locate its translation in the translated safety warnings that accompanied this device.

Statement 1071

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

BELANGRIJKE VEILIGHEIDSINSTRUCTIES

Dit waarschuwingssymbool betekent gevaar. U verkeert in een situatie die lichamelijk letsel kan veroorzaken. Voordat u aan enige apparatuur gaat werken, dient u zich bewust te zijn van de bij elektrische schakelingen betrokken risico's en dient u op de hoogte te zijn van de standaard praktijken om ongelukken te voorkomen. Gebruik het nummer van de verklaring onderaan de waarschuwing als u een vertaling van de waarschuwing die bij het apparaat wordt geleverd, wilt raadplegen.

BEWAAR DEZE INSTRUCTIES

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Varoitus

Attention

Warnung

TÄRKEITÄ TURVALLISUUSOHJEITA

Tämä varoitusmerkki merkitsee vaaraa. Tilanne voi aiheuttaa ruumiillisia vammoja. Ennen kuin käsittelet laitteistoa, huomioi sähköpiirien käsittelemiseen liittyvät riskit ja tutustu onnettomuuksien yleisiin ehkäisytapoihin. Turvallisuusvaroitusten käännökset löytyvät laitteen mukana toimitettujen käännettyjen turvallisuusvaroitusten joukosta varoitusten lopussa näkyvien lausuntonumeroiden avulla.

SÄILYTÄ NÄMÄ OHJEET

IMPORTANTES INFORMATIONS DE SÉCURITÉ

Ce symbole d'avertissement indique un danger. Vous vous trouvez dans une situation pouvant entraîner des blessures ou des dommages corporels. Avant de travailler sur un équipement, soyez conscient des dangers liés aux circuits électriques et familiarisez-vous avec les procédures couramment utilisées pour éviter les accidents. Pour prendre connaissance des traductions des avertissements figurant dans les consignes de sécurité traduites qui accompagnent cet appareil, référez-vous au numéro de l'instruction situé à la fin de chaque avertissement.

CONSERVEZ CES INFORMATIONS

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Dieses Warnsymbol bedeutet Gefahr. Sie befinden sich in einer Situation, die zu Verletzungen führen kann. Machen Sie sich vor der Arbeit mit Geräten mit den Gefahren elektrischer Schaltungen und den üblichen Verfahren zur Vorbeugung vor Unfällen vertraut. Suchen Sie mit der am Ende jeder Warnung angegebenen Anweisungsnummer nach der jeweiligen Übersetzung in den übersetzten Sicherheitshinweisen, die zusammen mit diesem Gerät ausgeliefert wurden.

BEWAHREN SIE DIESE HINWEISE GUT AUF.

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Avvertenza

Advarsel

Aviso

IMPORTANTI ISTRUZIONI SULLA SICUREZZA

Questo simbolo di avvertenza indica un pericolo. La situazione potrebbe causare infortuni alle persone. Prima di intervenire su qualsiasi apparecchiatura, occorre essere al corrente dei pericoli relativi ai circuiti elettrici e conoscere le procedure standard per la prevenzione di incidenti. Utilizzare il numero di istruzione presente alla fine di ciascuna avvertenza per individuare le traduzioni delle avvertenze riportate in questo documento.

CONSERVARE QUESTE ISTRUZIONI

VIKTIGE SIKKERHETSINSTRUKSJONER

Dette advarselssymbolet betyr fare. Du er i en situasjon som kan føre til skade på person. Før du begynner å arbeide med noe av utstyret, må du være oppmerksom på farene forbundet med elektriske kretser, og kjenne til standardprosedyrer for å forhindre ulykker. Bruk nummeret i slutten av hver advarsel for å finne oversettelsen i de oversatte sikkerhetsadvarslene som fulgte med denne enheten.

TA VARE PÅ DISSE INSTRUKSJONENE

INSTRUÇÕES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURANÇA

Este símbolo de aviso significa perigo. Você está em uma situação que poderá ser causadora de lesões corporais. Antes de iniciar a utilização de qualquer equipamento, tenha conhecimento dos perigos envolvidos no manuseio de circuitos elétricos e familiarize-se com as práticas habituais de prevenção de acidentes. Utilize o número da instrução fornecido ao final de cada aviso para localizar sua tradução nos avisos de segurança traduzidos que acompanham este dispositivo.

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¡Advertencia!

Varning!

INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURIDAD

Este símbolo de aviso indica peligro. Existe riesgo para su integridad física. Antes de manipular cualquier equipo, considere los riesgos de la corriente eléctrica y familiarícese con los procedimientos estándar de prevención de accidentes. Al final de cada advertencia encontrará el número que le ayudará a encontrar el texto traducido en el apartado de traducciones que acompaña a este dispositivo.

GUARDE ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES

VIKTIGA SÄKERHETSANVISNINGAR

Denna varningssignal signalerar fara. Du befinner dig i en situation som kan leda till personskada. Innan du utför arbete på någon utrustning måste du vara medveten om farorna med elkretsar och känna till vanliga förfaranden för att förebygga olyckor. Använd det nummer som finns i slutet av varje varning för att hitta dess översättning i de översatta säkerhetsvarningar som medföljer denna anordning.

SPARA DESSA ANVISNINGAR

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Obtaining Documentation

Cisco documentation and additional literature are available on Cisco.com. Cisco also provides several ways to obtain technical assistance and other technical resources. These sections explain how to obtain technical information from Cisco Systems.

Cisco.com

You can access the most current Cisco documentation on the World Wide Web at this URL:

http://www.cisco.com/univercd/home/home.htm

You can access the Cisco website at this URL:

http://www.cisco.com

International Cisco websites can be accessed from this URL:

http://www.cisco.com/public/countries_languages.shtml

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Ordering Documentation

You can find instructions for ordering documentation at this URL:

http://www.cisco.com/univercd/cc/td/doc/es_inpck/pdi.htm

You can order Cisco documentation in these ways:

• Registered Cisco.com users (Cisco direct customers) can order Cisco product

documentation from the Ordering tool:

http://www.cisco.com/en/US/partner/ordering/index.shtml

• Nonregistered Cisco.com users can order documentation through a local

account representative by calling Cisco Systems Corporate Headquarters (California, USA) at 408 526-7208 or, elsewhere in North America, by calling 800 553-NETS (6387).

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Documentation Feedback

You can submit e-mail comments about technical documentation to bug-doc@cisco.com.

You can submit comments by using the response card (if present) behind the front cover of your document or by writing to the following address:

Cisco Systems Attn: Customer Document Ordering 170 West Tasman Drive San Jose, CA 95134-9883

We appreciate your comments.

Obtaining Technical Assistance

For all customers, partners, resellers, and distributors who hold valid Cisco service contracts, the Cisco Technical Assistance Center (TAC) provides 24-hour-a-day, award-winning technical support services, online and over the phone. Cisco.com features the Cisco Technical Assistance Website as an online starting point for technical assistance. If you do not hold a valid Cisco service contract, please contact your reseller.

Documentation Feedback

Cisco Technical Assistance Website

The Cisco Technical Assistance Website provides online documents and tools for troubleshooting and resolving technical issues with Cisco products and technologies. The Cisco Technical Assistance Website is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The Cisco Technical Assistance Website is located at this URL:

http://www.cisco.com/tac

Accessing all the tools on the Cisco Technical Assistance Website requires a Cisco.com user ID and password. If you have a valid service contract but do not have a login ID or password, register at this URL:

http://tools.cisco.com/RPF/register/register.do

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Opening a TAC Case

Using the online TAC Case Open Tool is the fastest way to open P3 and P4 cases. (P3 and P4 cases are those in which your network is minimally impaired or for which you require product information.) After you describe your situation, the TAC Case Open Tool automatically recommends resources for an immediate solution. If your issue is not resolved using the recommended resources, your case will be assigned to a Cisco TAC engineer. The online TAC Case Open Tool is located at this URL:

http://www.cisco.com/tac/caseopen

For P1 or P2 cases (P1 and P2 cases are those in which your production network is down or severely degraded) or if you do not have Internet access, contact Cisco TAC by telephone. Cisco TAC engineers are assigned immediately to P1 and P2 cases to help keep your business operations running smoothly.

To open a case by telephone, use one of the following numbers:

Asia-Pacific: +61 2 8446 7411 (Australia: 1 800 805 227) EMEA: +32 2 704 55 55 USA: 1 800 553-2447

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For a complete listing of Cisco TAC contacts, go to this URL:

http://www.cisco.com/warp/public/687/Directory/DirTAC.shtml

TAC Case Priority Definitions

To ensure that all cases are reported in a standard format, Cisco has established case priority definitions.

Priority 1 (P1)—Your network is “down” or there is a critical impact to your business operations. You and Cisco will commit all necessary resources around the clock to resolve the situation.

Priority 2 (P2)—Operation of an existing network is severely degraded, or significant aspects of your business operation are negatively affected by inadequate performance of Cisco products. You and Cisco will commit full-time resources during normal business hours to resolve the situation.

Priority 3 (P3)—Operational performance of your network is impaired, but most business operations remain functional. You and Cisco will commit resources during normal business hours to restore service to satisfactory levels.

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Obtaining Additional Publications and Information

Priority 4 (P4)—You require information or assistance with Cisco product capabilities, installation, or configuration. There is little or no effect on your business operations.

Obtaining Additional Publications and Information

Information about Cisco products, technologies, and network solutions is available from various online and printed sources.

• Cisco Marketplace provides a variety of Cisco books, reference guides, and

logo merchandise. Go to this URL to visit the company store:

http://www.cisco.com/go/marketplace/

• The Cisco Product Catalog describes the networking products offered by

Cisco Systems, as well as ordering and customer support services. Access the Cisco Product Catalog at this URL:

http://cisco.com/univercd/cc/td/doc/pcat/

• Cisco Press publishes a wide range of general networking, training and

certification titles. Both new and experienced users will benefit from these publications. For current Cisco Press titles and other information, go to Cisco Press online at this URL:

http://www.ciscopress.com

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• Packet magazine is the Cisco quarterly publication that provides the latest

networking trends, technology breakthroughs, and Cisco products and solutions to help industry professionals get the most from their networking investment. Included are networking deployment and troubleshooting tips, configuration examples, customer case studies, tutorials and training, certification information, and links to numerous in-depth online resources. You can access Packet magazine at this URL:

http://www.cisco.com/packet

• iQ Magazine is the Cisco bimonthly publication that delivers the latest

information about Internet business strategies for executives. You can access iQ Magazine at this URL:

http://www.cisco.com/go/iqmagazine

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• Internet Protocol Journal is a quarterly journal published by Cisco Systems

for engineering professionals involved in designing, developing, and operating public and private internets and intranets. You can access the Internet Protocol Journal at this URL:

http://www.cisco.com/ipj

• Training—Cisco offers world-class networking training. Current offerings in

network training are listed at this URL:

http://www.cisco.com/en/US/learning/index.html

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Introducing IP/TV Servers

This chapter provides a basic functional overview of the Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers. This chapter also describes the server hardware and provides details of the major components, front and back panel indicators, and controls for the Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers.

This chapter contains the following sections:

• Introduction, page 1-1

• Cisco IP/TV Broadcast Servers, page 1-4

• Server Accessory Kits, page 1-24

• Partition Configuration, page 1-28

• IP/TV Program Manager, page 1-28

Introduction

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The Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers consist of IP/TV Broadcast Servers that capture real-time and prerecorded audio and video content, and streams it over the network. Each Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Server type has preinstalled IP/TV Server software. (See Ta ble 1-1.)

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Table 1-1 Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Server Models

Server Description

Cisco IP/TV 3425 Broadcast Server

Cisco IP/TV 3425A Broadcast Server

Cisco IP/TV 3426 Broadcast Server

Cisco IP/TV 3427-C1 Broadcast Server

Provides live encoding and serving, as well as serving a limited number of prerecorded programs defined in IP/TV Program Manager.

Configured with an Optibase MPEG-1 FD1 multichannel capture card.

Delivers 1 MPEG-1 or MPEG-2 stream.

Provides live encoding and serving, as well as serving a limited number of prerecorded programs defined in IP/TV Program Manager.

Configured with an Optibase MPEG-1 capture card.

Delivers 1 MPEG-1 stream.

Provides live encoding and serving, as well as serving a limited number of prerecorded programs defined in IP/TV Program Manager.

Configured with a Winnov Videum 4400 AV 4-port video capture card that supports medium- and low-quality H.261 and MPEG-4.

Delivers 1 high-resolution (CIF 4 low-resolution, low-bit-rate streams (audio or

QCIF

resolution).

Provides live encoding and serving, as well as serving a limited number of prerecorded programs defined in IP/TV Program Manager.

Configured with the following video capture cards:

, MPEG-2

) MPEG-4 stream or

1-2

• 2 Winnov Videum 1010 1-port capture cards

that support medium- and low-quality H.261 and MPEG-4 formats

• 1 Winnov 4400 Videum 4-port capture card

Delivers 4 CIF and 2 QCIF MPEG-4 streams.

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Table 1-1 Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Server Models (continued)

Server Description

Cisco IP/TV 3427-C2 Broadcast Server

Cisco IP/TV 3427-C3 Broadcast Server

Introduction

Provides live encoding and serving, as well as serving a limited number of prerecorded programs defined in IP/TV Program Manager.

Configured with the following video capture cards:

• 2 Winnov Videum 1010 Plus 1-port capture

cards that support medium- and low-quality H.261 and MPEG-4 formats

• 1 Winnov Videum 4400 AV 4-port capture card

that supports medium- and low-quality H.261 and MPEG-4 formats

• 2 Optibase MovieMaker 200S Networker

capture cards that support MPEG-1 and MPEG-2 formats

Delivers 8 streams: 6 MPEG-4 streams (4 CIF and 2 QCIF) and 2 MPEG-1 or MPEG-2 streams.

Provides live encoding and serving, as well as serving a limited number of prerecorded programs defined in IP/TV Program Manager.

Configured with the following video capture cards:

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cards that support medium- and low-quality H.261 and MPEG-4 formats

• 3 Optibase MovieMaker 200S Networker

capture cards that support MPEG-1 and MPEG-2 formats

Delivers 5 streams: 2 high-resolution (CIF) MPEG-4 streams and 3 MPEG-1 or MPEG-2 streams.

1. MPEG = Moving Picture Experts Group

2. CIF = Common Intermediate Format

3. QCIF = Quarter Common Intermediate Format

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Cisco IP/TV Broadcast Servers

Cisco IP/TV Broadcast Servers are equipped with IP/TV Server software. They deliver on-demand or scheduled rebroadcasts of IP/TV programs that include synchronized media produced with Web Presenter, ScreenCaster, and SlideCast.

IP/TV Broadcast Servers are configured with video capture cards to encode streams from analog video and audio sources. They can receive content from analog sources such as video cameras, video cassette recorders (VCRs), satellite feeds, cable feeds, or existing Active Streaming Format (ASF), Audio Video Interleaved (AVI), or MPEG digital files. IP/TV Broadcast Servers can deliver live events, such as a chief executive officer’s speech to thousands of employees, while using the network bandwidth of an individual stream.

IP/TV Broadcast Servers offer varying compression techniques, depending upon application requirements and available bandwidth. They are ideal for multicasting live events or prerecorded programs on a scheduled basis.

This section describes the following Cisco IP/TV Broadcast Servers:

• Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Broadcast Servers

• Cisco IP/TV 3426 Broadcast Server

Chapter 1 Introducing IP/TV Servers

• Cisco IP/TV 3427 Broadcast Servers

Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Broadcast Servers

Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Broadcast Servers support high-performance encoding, with all encoding done in hardware. They are configured with Optibase MovieMaker video capture cards. The Cisco IP/TV 3425 Broadcast Server captures real-time and prerecorded content and streams it over the network using television-quality MPEG-1 or broadcast-quality MPEG-2 compression techniques for the highest-quality streaming. The Cisco IP/TV 3425A Broadcast Server is identical to the IP/TV 3425 Broadcast Server, but encodes and delivers only television-quality MPEG-1 streams.

Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Broadcast Servers are configured for AC-input power and have a single power supply installed. They have two 10/100BASE-T Ethernet/Fast Ethernet ports with RJ-45 receptacles. Port Ethernet 0 supports autodetect speed mode and full-duplex operation.

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Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Broadcast Servers have an Optibase MovieMaker video capture card installed in PCI slot 0, labeled PCI 0, on the front panel. (See

Figure 1-1.)

Figure 1-1 Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Broadcast Servers—Front Panel

LINK

100Mbps

LINK

100Mbps

CONS

ETHERNET 0

ETHERNET 1

SLOT 0

SCSI LVD ONLY

SLOT 1

SLOT 0

SLOT 1

Front and Back Panels

Figure 1-1 shows the front panel of the Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Broadcast

Servers, and Figure 1-2 shows the back panel.

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Figure 1-2 Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Broadcast Servers—Back Panel

LED Indicators

Figure 1-3 shows the LEDs on the Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A

Broadcast Servers. Tab le 1 -2 describes the LEDs and their functions.

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LINK

CONS ETHERNET 0

ETHERNET 1

100Mbps

LINK

100Mbps

Figure 1-3 Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Broadcast Server LEDs

Link LED 100Mbps LED

Power indicator

System indicator

Status LEDs

LINK

100Mbps

LINK

100Mbps

CONS

ETHERNET 0

ETHERNET 1

SLOT 0

SCSI LVD ONLY

SLOT 1

SLOT 0

SLOT 1

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Slot 1 Slot 0

Slot 1 LED Slot 0 LED SCSI LVD only port

Ethernet ports Console port

Table 1-2 Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Broadcast Server LEDs

Indicator Color State Description

Power Green On Power is flowing to the IP/TV Server.

System Green On The network connection is active (packets

are being sent or received).

LINK Green On IP/TV Server is connected to the network.

100 Mbps Green On The connection is a 100BASE-TX (Fast

Ethernet) connection.

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Table 1-2 Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Broadcast Server LEDs (continued)

Indicator Color State Description

Slot 0 Green On There is no video capture card installed in

Slot 1 Green On There is no video capture card installed in

Status 0 1 2 3 LEDs

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Slot 0.

Off The video capture card in Slot 0 is not

active.

Flashing The video capture card in Slot 0 is active.

Slot 1.

Off The video capture card in Slot 1 is not

active.

Flashing The video capture card in Slot 1 is active.

Green Steady In a steady display, the state of each LED is

constant. (See Ta ble 1-3 for the meanings of steady-state LED variations.)

Rolling Reboot has begun.

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Table 1-3 Operational Status LEDs

0 1 2 3 LEDs Appearance Meaning

o o o o

o * * *

Steady Normal operation

Steady An exception has occurred

(software or hardware failure)

* * * * Steady A panic has occurred (software

failure)

- - - -

1. o = LED is off.

2. * = LED is on.

3. - - - = rolling display.

Rolling Reboot has begun

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Input/Output Ports and Connectors

The Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Broadcast Servers have the following I/O connectors:

• Ethernet connectors

• Serial connector

• Audio and video connectors

Table 1- 4 describes the front and back panel ports and receptacles. (The front

panel is shown in Figure 1-1 and the back panel in Figure 1-2.)

Table 1-4 Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Broadcast Servers—Ports and

Receptacles

Item Description

Front Panel

CONS port This serial port connects to a console. (Not

ETHERNET 0 port The Ethernet 0 cable connects to this port.

ETHERNET 1 port The Ethernet 1 cable connects to this port. (Not used

SCSI LVD only port The SCSI LVD cable for the Storage Array connects

Slot 0 Bay for audio and video card.

Slot 1 Bay for hard drive 1.

Back Panel

Power receptacle AC. The power cord connects to this plug.

Power switch This switch toggles between on and off.

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supported in IP/TV Servers.)

in IP/TV Servers.)

to this port. (Not supported in IP/TV Servers.)

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A power light on the front panel, when lit, indicates that the power is on.

Onboard video port A monitor connects to this standard DB-15 video

port.

Mouse port A mouse connects to this standard mouse port.

Keyboard port A keyboard connects to this standard keyboard port.

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Ethernet Port

The Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Broadcast Servers come with one integrated dual-port Ethernet controller. This controller provides an interface for connecting to 10-Mbps or 100-Mbps networks and provides full-duplex (FDX) capability, which enables simultaneous transmission and reception of data on the Ethernet local-area network (LAN).

To access the Ethernet port, connect a Category 3, 4, or 5 unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) cable to the RJ-45 connector on the back of the device.

Serial Port

The Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Broadcast Servers have one standard serial port.

Audio and Video Ports and Connectors

The Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Broadcast Servers have an Optibase MovieMaker video capture card installed in PCI slot 0.

Table 1- 5 describes the audio and video connectors on the Cisco IP/TV 3425 and

3425A Broadcast Servers. (See also Figure 1-4.)

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Table 1-5 Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3452A Broadcast Servers—Audio and Video

Connectors

Connector Description

S-video Input from S-video

source (mini-DIN)

Comp Input from composite video source (BNC)

V Out Output of composite video (monitors video output)

A Out Audio output (monitors audio output)

A In Input from audio source (mini-jack)

1. S-video = Super-video

Note Only one video input can be active at a time. You cannot use a composite video

source and an S-video source simultaneously.

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Connectors

S-Video Comp V Out

S-video

input

Composite

video

input

Cisco IP/TV 3426 Broadcast Server

The Cisco IP/TV 3426 Broadcast Server captures real-time and prerecorded content and streams it over the network using high-quality MPEG-4 compression techniques for the highest-quality streaming. The Cisco IP/TV 3426 Broadcast Server delivers one high-resolution MPEG-4 stream or four low-resolution, low-bit rate streams (audio or QCIF resolution).

The Cisco IP/TV 3426 Broadcast Server is configured for AC-input power and has a single AC-input power supply. It has an integrated dual-port Ethernet controller that provides an interface for connecting to 10-Mbps, 100-Mbps, or 1000-Mbps networks.

The Cisco IP/TV 3426 Broadcast Server has two 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/ 1000BASE-TX Ethernet ports with RJ-45 receptacles. Both Ethernet ports support autodetect speed mode and full-duplex operation, which enable simultaneous transmission and reception of data on the Ethernet LAN.

Video

output

Audio

output

A InA Out

55006

Audio

input

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The Cisco IP/TV 3426 Broadcast Server is configured with a Winnov Videum 4400 AV 4-port video capture card that supports medium- and low-quality H.261 and MPEG-4. The video capture card is user-replaceable and is installed in PCI-X slot 1, labeled PCI 1 on the back panel.

Table A-2 on page A-3 lists the hardware specifications for the Cisco IP/TV 3426

Broadcast Server.

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Figure 1-5 shows the back panel of the Cisco IP/TV Server 3426 Broadcast Server

with a Winnov Videum 4400 AV video capture card installed in PCI-X slot 1.

Figure 1-5 Cisco IP/TV 3426 Broadcast Server with Winnov Videum 4400 AV Video Capture Card

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Front Panel Control Buttons

Figure 1-6 shows the front panel of the Cisco IP/TV 3426 Broadcast Server, and Table 1- 6 describes the front panel control buttons.

Figure 1-6 Cisco IP/TV 3426 Broadcast Server Front Panel and Control Buttons

1 2

1 CD eject button 2 Power control button 3 Reset button

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Table 1-6 Cisco IP/TV 3426 Broadcast Server Front Panel

Item Description

CD eject button Releases a CD from the drive.

Power control button Turns on IP/TV Server.

Reset button Reboots IP/TV Server. You might need to use a pen or the end of a

straightened paper clip to press the button.

Note This is a hardware reset button and does not restore the

device to the factory default software settings.

LED Indicators

Figure 1-7 shows the location of the front panel LEDs, and Table 1-7 describes

their function.

Figure 1-7 Cisco IP/TV 3426 Broadcast Server Front Panel LEDs

1 32 4

1 CD-ROM drive activity 2 System error 3 Hard disk drive activity 4 Power

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Table 1-7 Cisco IP/TV 3426 Broadcast Server Front Panel LEDs

Item Color State Description

CD-ROM drive activity

System error Amber On Indicates that a system error has occurred. An LED on the

Hard disk drive activity

Power Green On Indicates that power is flowing to IP/TV Server.

Figure 1-8 Cisco IP/TV 3426 Broadcast Server Back Panel LEDs

Green On Indicates that the CD-ROM drive is in use.

diagnostic LED panel will also be on to further isolate the error.

Green Flashing Indicates that the associated hard disk drive is in use.

Flashing Indicates that IP/TV Server is in standby mode.

Figure 1-8 shows the location of the back panel LEDs, and Ta ble 1-8 describes

their function.

1 2

4 36 5

1 Ethernet 1 link 2 Ethernet 1 activity 3 Ethernet 2 activity 4 Ethernet 2 link 5 Power 6 System error

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Table 1-8 Cisco IP/TV 3426 Broadcast Server Back Panel LEDs

Indicator Color State Description

Ethernet 1 link status Green On Indicates that the speed of the Ethernet LAN is

1000BASE-TX.

Off Indicates that the speed of the Ethernet LAN is

10BASE-T/100BASE-TX.

Ethernet 1 activity Green Blinking Indicates that there is an active link connection on

the 10/100/1000BASE-T interface for Ethernet port 1.

Ethernet 2 activity Green Blinking Indicates that there is an active link connection on

the 10/100/1000BASE-T interface for Ethernet port 2.

Ethernet 2 link status Green On Indicates that the speed of the Ethernet LAN is

1000BASE-TX.

Off Indicates that the speed of the Ethernet LAN is

10BASE-T/100BASE-TX.

Power Green On Indicates that the IP/TV Server power is on.

System error Amber Blinking Indicates a memory or fan error.

Note The video capture card does not have any LEDs.

Input/Output Ports and Connectors

The Cisco IP/TV 3426 Broadcast Server has the following I/O connectors:

• Ethernet connectors

• Serial connector

• Audio and video connectors

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Warning

To avoid electric shock, do not connect safety extra-low voltage (SELV) circuits to telephone-network voltage (TNV) circuits. LAN ports contain SELV circuits, and WAN ports contain TNV circuits. Some LAN and WAN ports both use RJ-45 connectors. Use caution when connecting cables.

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Figure 1-9 shows the location of the Cisco IP/TV 3426 Broadcast Server

back panel ports and receptacles.

Figure 1-9 Cisco IP/TV 3426 Broadcast Server Back Panel Ports and Receptacles

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4 378 569

1 AC power receptacle 2 PCI slot 1; Winnov Videum 4400 AV video

capture card and ports

3 Serial port 4 Ethernet 2 receptacle 5 Ethernet 1 receptacle 6 Onboard video port 7 Mouse port 8 Keyboard port 9 PCI slot 2

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Table 1-9 Cisco IP/TV 3426 Broadcast Server Back Panel Ports and

Item Description

AC power receptacle The AC power cord connects to this plug.

Ethernet 1 port This 10/100/1000BASE-T port is autosensing with

Ethernet 2 port This 10/100/1000BASE-T port is autosensing with

Serial port This is a standard serial port.

Onboard video port A monitor connects to this standard DB-15 video

Mouse and keyboard ports

Audio/video port (on video capture card)

1. BNC = Bayonet Neill-Concelman

Connectors

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full-duplex capability; it connects IP/TV Server to the Ethernet LAN.

port.

A mouse and keyboard can be connected to these standard mouse and keyboard ports, which are color-coded.

• 4 BNC

• 8-pin mini-DIN connector for audio input

connectors for composite video input

Ethernet Port

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To access the Ethernet port, connect a Category 3, 4, or 5 unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) cable to the RJ-45 connector on the back of the device.

Note The 100BASE-TX/1000BASE-TX Ethernet standard requires that the cabling in

the network be Category 5 or higher.

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Serial Port

The Cisco IP/TV 3426 Broadcast Server has one standard serial port.

Audio and Video Ports and Connectors

The Cisco IP/TV 3426 Broadcast Server has a Winnov Videum 4400 AV video capture card installed in PCI-X slot 1.

Figure 1-10 shows the following five ports for the audio and video input/output:

• Four BNC ports for composite video input

• 8-pin mini-DIN connector for Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) and

analog stereo audio output

Figure 1-10 Cisco IP/TV 3426 Broadcast Server—Audio and Video Connectors

1 2

Cisco IP/TV Broadcast Servers

1 Mini DIN 4-channel stereo

audio port

Cisco IP/TV 3427 Broadcast Servers

Cisco IP/TV 3427 Broadcast Servers are positioned as high-availability, high-performance video servers that support multiple video capture cards. These servers capture real-time and prerecorded content and stream it over the network using high-quality MPEG-4 compression techniques.

Cisco IP/TV 3427 Servers are available in three models: IP/TV 3427-C1, IP/TV 3427-C2, and IP/TV 3427-C3. These servers differ in the number and kind of media streams supported, and in the number and type of video capture cards installed. (See Tab le 1-1 for a description of the video capture cards and streaming support for IP/TV Broadcast Servers.)

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Table A-2 on page A-3 lists the hardware specifications for the Cisco IP/TV 3427

Broadcast Servers.

Front Panel

Figure 1-11 shows the Cisco IP/TV 3427 Broadcast Server front panel controls

and LEDs.

Figure 1-11 Cisco IP/TV 3427 Broadcast Server Front Panel Controls and LEDs

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5 6 71

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1 Power on LED 7 System error LED 2 Power control button 8 CD-ROM drive activity LED 3 Reset button 9 CD eject button 4 SCSI or IDE bus activity LED 10 Hard disk drive status LED 5 System identification LED (not used) 11 Hard disk drive activity LED 6 Information LED

Front Panel Control Buttons

Table 1- 10 describes the Cisco IP/TV 3427 Broadcast Server front panel

control buttons.

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Table 1-10 Cisco IP/TV 3427 Broadcast Server Front Panel Control Buttons

Item Description 2 Power control button Turns on IP/TV Server. To power down IP/TV Server, you might need

to press the power button for a few seconds.

3 Reset button Reboots IP/TV Server. You might need to use a pen or the end of a

straightened paper clip to press the button.

Note This is a hardware reset button and does not restore the device

to the factory default software settings.

9 CD eject button Releases a CD from the drive. The CD-ROM drive is used for

software upgrades and disaster recovery.

LED Indicators

Table 1- 11 describes the Cisco IP/TV 3427 Broadcast Server front panel LEDs

and their functions.

Table 1-11 Cisco IP/TV 3427 Broadcast Server Front Panel LEDs

LED Color State Description 1 Power on Green On Indicates that power is flowing to IP/TV

Server.

Flashing Indicates that IP/TV Server is in

standby mode.

4 SCSI or IDE bus

activity

Green On Indicates that there is activity on the SCSI or

IDE bus.

5 System identification Blue Off This LED is not used in IP/TV Server. 6 Information Amber On Indicates that the information log contains

information about certain conditions in IP/TV Server that might affect performance.

7 System error Amber On Indicates that a system error has occurred. An

LED on the diagnostic LED panel will also be on to further isolate the error.

8 CD-ROM drive activity Green On Indicates that the CD-ROM drive is in use.

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Table 1-11 Cisco IP/TV 3427 Broadcast Server Front Panel LEDs (continued)

LED Color State Description 10 Hard disk drive status Amber On Indicates that the drive has failed.

Flashing Indicates that the controller is identifying the

drive.

11 Hard disk drive activity Green Flashing Indicates that the controller is accessing the

drive.

Figure 1-12 shows the location of the back panel LEDs, and Ta b le 1- 12 describes

the LED functions.

Figure 1-12 Cisco IP/TV 3427 Broadcast Server Back Panel LEDs

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Table 1-12 Cisco IP/TV 3427 Broadcast Server Back Panel LEDs

Indicator Color State Description 1 Ethernet 1 activity Green On Indicates that IP/TV Server is transmitting or

receiving signals from the Ethernet LAN that is connected to Ethernet port 1.

2 Ethernet 1 link status Green On Indicates that there is an active link connection

on the 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, or 1000BASE-T interface for Ethernet port 1.

3 Ethernet 2 activity Green On Indicates that IP/TV Server is transmitting or

receiving signals from the Ethernet LAN that is connected to Ethernet port 2.

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Table 1-12 Cisco IP/TV 3427 Broadcast Server Back Panel LEDs (continued)

Indicator Color State Description 4 Ethernet 2 link status Green On Indicates there is an active link connection on

the 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, or 1000BASE-T interface for Ethernet port 2.

5 AC power Green On Provides status information about the power

supply. During typical operation, both the AC and the DC power LEDs are on.

6 DC power Green On Provides status information about the power

supply. During typical operation, both the AC and the DC power LEDs are on.

Note The video capture cards do not have any LEDs.

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The Cisco IP/TV 3427 Broadcast Servers have the following I/O connectors:

• One dual-channel Ultra320 SCSI controller low-voltage differential (LVD)

SCSI port

• One serial port

• Two Ethernet ports

• Audio and video connectors

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Figure 1-13 shows the Cisco IP/TV 3427 Broadcast Server back panel, and Table 1- 13 describes the back panel ports and connectors.

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Figure 1-13 Cisco IP/TV 3427 Broadcast Server Back Panel Ports and Connectors

5 6

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1 Keyboard connector 8 SCSI1 connector 2 Onboard video port 9 USB2 2 (not supported) 3 Serial port 10 USB 1 (not supported) 4 Mouse connector 11 ISMP 5 PCI4 slots 1 and 2 (Winnov Videum 1010 Plus

12 ISMP port (not supported)

port (not supported)

video capture cards)

6 PCI slots 3 (Winnov Videum 4400 AV video

13 Ethernet 2

capture card), 4, and 5 (Optibase MovieMaker 200S Networker video capture cards)

7 AC power receptacles 14 Ethernet 1

1. SCSI = Small Computer System Interface

2. USB = Universal Serial Bus

3. ISMP = Integrated System Management Processor

4. PCI = Peripheral Component Interconnect

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Table 1-13 Cisco IP/TV 3427 Broadcast Server Ports and Receptacles

Item Description

AC power receptacles Connect the AC power cords to these plugs.

DC power receptacles Connect IP/TV Server to the DC power source.

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Table 1-13 Cisco IP/TV 3427 Broadcast Server Ports and Receptacles (continued)

Item Description

Ethernet 1 port This 10/100/1000BASE-T port is autosensing with full-duplex capability;

it connects IP/TV Server to the Ethernet LAN.

Ethernet 2 port This 10/100/1000BASE-T port is autosensing with full-duplex capability;

it connects IP/TV Server to the Ethernet LAN.

Serial port This is a standard serial port.

SCSI port This is a standard SCSI port.

Audio and video inputs These input sockets connect IP/TV Server to audio and video sources.

Gigabit Ethernet Port

The Cisco IP/TV 3427 Broadcast Server comes with two integrated Gigabit Ethernet controllers. These controllers provide an interface for connecting to 10-Mbps, 100-Mbps, or 1000-Mbps networks and provide full-duplex (FDX) capability, which enables simultaneous transmission and reception of data on the Ethernet LAN.

To access the Ethernet port, connect a Category 3, 4, or 5 unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) cable to the RJ-45 connector on the back of the device.

Note The 100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T standard requires that the cabling in the network

be Category 5 or higher.

Serial Port

The Cisco IP/TV 3427 Broadcast Server has one standard serial port.

SCSI Port

The Cisco IP/TV 3427 Broadcast Server has one SCSI LVD port connector located on the back panel.

Audio and Video Ports and Connectors

Table 1- 14 describes the connectors used for the video capture cards in the Cisco

IP/TV 3427 Broadcast Servers.

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Table 1-14 IP/TV 3427 Broadcast Servers—Video Capture Card Connectors

Video Capture Card Connectors

Winnov Videum 4400 AV

Winnov Videum 1010 Plus

Optibase MovieMaker 200S Networker

1. RCA = Radio Corporation of America

• 4 BNC connectors for composite video inputs

• 8-pin mini-DIN connector for Sony/Philips

Digital Interface (S/PDIF) and analog stereo audio output

• 1 BNC connector for composite video input

• 4-channel audio cable (with 8-pin mini-DIN

connector and 4 stereo 1/4-inch [6.35-mm] mini-jack using a breakout cable)

• BNC-to-RCA

connector for composite video

input

• S-video mini-DIN connector for S-video

input

• Mini-jack stereo audio-to-RCA connector

Server Accessory Kits

Table 1- 15 lists the connecting cables in the server accessory kits that come with

Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers.

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Table 1-15 IP/TV Server Accessory Kit Connecting Cables

Server Contents

Cisco IP/TV 3425 Broadcast Server, and 3425A Broadcast Server

Cisco IP/TV 3426 Broadcast Server

Server Accessory Kits

• Category 5 UTP network cable with

RJ-45 connectors for an Ethernet LAN

• BNC-to-RCA cable

• RCA male-to-male cable

• S-video 4-pin mini-DIN cable

• PS/2 mouse adapter cable

• PS/2 keyboard adapter cable

• Power cable

• Category 5 UTP network cable with

RJ-45 connectors for an Ethernet LAN

• BNC-to-RCA cables

• S-video 4-pin mini-DIN cables

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mini-DIN connector and 4 stereo 1/4-in. [6.35-mm] mini-jacks using a breakout cable)

• Mini-jack stereo audio-to-RCA cables

• Audio splitter cable

• Power cable

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Table 1-15 IP/TV Server Accessory Kit Connecting Cables (continued)

Server Contents

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• Category 5 UTP network cable with

RJ-45 connectors for an Ethernet LAN

• RCA male-to-male cable

• MXC-to-composite and S-video

adapter cables

• S-video 4-pin mini-DIN cables

• Mini-jack stereo audio-to-RCA cables

• BNC-to-RCA cables

• 4-channel audio cable (with 8-pin

mini-DIN connector and 4 stereo 1/4-inch [6.35-mm] mini-jacks using a breakout cable)

• Audio splitter cable

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• Power cable

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Table 1-15 IP/TV Server Accessory Kit Connecting Cables (continued)

Server Contents

Cisco IP/TV 3427-C2 Broadcast Server

Server Accessory Kits

• Category 5 UTP network cable with

RJ-45 connectors for an Ethernet LAN

• RCA male-to-male cable

• MXC-to-composite and S-video

adapter cable

• S-video 4-pin mini-DIN cables

• Mini-jack stereo audio-to-RCA cable

• BNC-to-RCA cables

• 4-channel audio cable (with 8-pin

mini-DIN connector and 4 stereo 1/4-in. [6.35-mm] mini-jack using a breakout cable)

• Mini-jack stereo audio-to-RCA cables

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• Power cables

Cisco IP/TV 3427-C3 Broadcast Server

• Category 5 UTP network cable with

RJ-45 connectors for an Ethernet LAN

• RCA male-to-male cable

• MXC-to-composite and S-video

adapter cable

• S-video 4-pin mini-DIN cables

• BNC-to-RCA cables

• Mini-jack stereo audio-to-RCA cables

• Power cables

1. Available only with Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Broadcast Server accessory kits

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Partition Configuration

The hard disk of the Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Server contains three partitions. The first partition of 2 GB contains the operating system. The second partition is the data partition. The third partition of 1 GB contains the image used to reboot the system in the event of a system failure.

The Cisco IP/TV 3426, 3427-C1, 3427-C2, and 3427-C3 Broadcast Servers have only two partitions. The first partition of 2 GB contains the operating system. The second partition is the data partition.

IP/TV Program Manager

IP/TV Program Manager is a Linux-based application running on Cisco Content Engine hardware models CE-565 and CE-7305. Refer to the Cisco

Content Engine 510 and 565 Hardware Installation Guide and the Cisco Content Engine 7305 and 7325 Hardware Installation Guide for detailed instructions on

installing the Content Engine hardware.

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In IP/TV Release 5.1, IP/TV Program Manager is a device mode of the Cisco Content Engine. By default, a Content Engine is set to function as a Content Engine. You can change the device mode of the Content Engine to IP/TV Program Manager by entering the device mode program-manager global configuration command. Refer to the Cisco ACNS Software Program Manager for IP/TV User Guide Release 5.1 for detailed information on setting the CE-565 and CE-7305 to function as IP/TV Program Manager.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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This chapter contains important safety information you should know before working with Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers. Use the following guidelines to ensure your own personal safety and to help protect your Cisco IP/TV Server from potential damage.

Read the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers document that came with your Cisco IP/TV Server before you begin the installation.

This chapter contains the following sections:

• Safety Warnings, page 2-2

• Safety Guidelines, page 2-4

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Safety Warnings

Before you install Cisco IP/TV Server, observe the following safety warnings.

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Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment.

Read the installation instructions before connecting the system to the power source.

Before working on a system that has an on/off switch, turn OFF the power and unplug the power cord.

This unit might have more than one power supply connection. All connections must be removed to de-energize the unit.

This unit is intended for installation in restricted access areas. A restricted access area is where access can only be gained by service personnel through the use of a special tool, lock and key, or other means of security, and is controlled by the authority responsible for the location.

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This product relies on the building’s installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection. Ensure that a fuse or circuit breaker no larger than 120 VAC, 15A U.S. (240 VAC, 10A international) is used on the phase conductors (all current-carrying conductors).

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This equipment must be grounded. Never defeat the ground conductor or operate the equipment in the absence of a suitably installed ground conductor. Contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority or an electrician if you are uncertain that suitable grounding is available.

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Before working on equipment that is connected to power lines, remove jewelry (including rings, necklaces, and watches). Metal objects will heat up when connected to power and ground and can cause serious burns or weld the metal object to the terminals.

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When installing or replacing the unit, the ground connection must always be made first and disconnected last.

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The safety cover is an integral part of the product. Do not operate the unit without the safety cover installed. Operating the unit without the cover in place will invalidate the safety approvals and pose a risk of fire and electrical hazards.

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Blank faceplates and cover panels serve three important functions: they prevent exposure to hazardous voltages and currents inside the chassis; they contain electromagnetic interference (EMI) that might disrupt other equipment; and they direct the flow of cooling air through the chassis. Do not operate the system unless all cards, faceplates, front covers, and rear covers are in place.

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There is the danger of explosion if the battery is replaced incorrectly. Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

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Warning

Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to all national laws and regulations.

To prevent bodily injury when mounting or servicing this unit in a rack, you must take special precautions to ensure that the system remains stable. The following guidelines are provided to ensure your safety:

• This unit should be mounted at the bottom of the rack if it is the only unit in the rack.

• When mounting this unit in a partially filled rack, load the rack from the bottom to the top with the heaviest component at the bottom of the rack.

• If the rack is provided with stabilizing devices, install the stabilizers before mounting or servicing the unit in the rack.

Safety Guidelines

To reduce the risk of bodily injury, electrical shock, fire, and damage to the equipment, observe the following precautions.

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General Precautions

Observe the following general precautions for using and working with your system:

• Observe and follow service markings. Do not service any Cisco product

except as explained in your system documentation. Opening or removing covers that are marked with the triangular symbol with a lightning bolt may expose you to electrical shock. Components inside these compartments should be serviced only by an authorized service technician.

• If any of the following conditions occur, unplug the product from the

electrical outlet and replace the part or contact your authorized service provider:

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The power cable, extension cord, or plug is damaged.

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An object has fallen into the product.

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The product has been exposed to water.

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The product has been dropped or damaged.

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The product does not operate correctly when you follow the operating instructions.

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• Keep your system components away from radiators and heat sources. Also,

do not block cooling vents.

• Do not spill food or liquids on your system components, and never operate

the product in a wet environment.

• Do not push any objects into the openings of your system components. Doing

so can cause fire or electric shock by shorting out interior components.

• Use the product only with other Cisco-approved equipment.

• Allow the product to cool before removing covers or touching internal

components.

• Use the correct external power source. Operate the product only from the type

of power source indicated on the electrical ratings label. If you are not sure of the type of power source required, consult your service representative or local power company.

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• Use only approved power cables. If you have not been provided with a power

cable for your IP/TV server or for any AC-powered option intended for your system, purchase a power cable that is approved for use in your country. The power cable must be rated for the product and for the voltage and current marked on the product’s electrical ratings label. The voltage and current rating of the cable should be greater than the ratings marked on the product.

• To help prevent electric shock, plug the system components and peripheral

power cables into properly grounded electrical outlets. These cables are equipped with three-prong plugs to help ensure proper grounding. Do not use adapter plugs or remove the grounding prong from a cable. If you must use an extension cord, use a three-wire cord with properly grounded plugs.

• Observe extension cord and power strip ratings. Make sure that the total

ampere rating of all products plugged into the extension cord or power strip does not exceed 80 percent of the extension cord or power strip ampere ratings limit.

• Do not use appliance or voltage converters or kits sold for appliances with

your product.

• To help protect your system components from sudden, transient increases and

decreases in electrical power, use a surge suppressor, line conditioner, or uninterruptible power supply (UPS).

• Position cables and power cords carefully; route cables and the power cord

and plug so that they cannot be stepped on or tripped over. Be sure that nothing rests on your system components’ cables or power cord.

• Do not modify power cables or plugs. Consult a licensed electrician or your

power company for site modifications. Always follow your local or national wiring rules.

System Reliability Considerations

To help ensure proper cooling and system reliability, make sure of the following points:

• Each of the drive bays has either a drive or a filler panel installed.

• Each of the power-supply bays has a power supply or a power supply filler

panel installed.

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• For rack configurations, make sure that space is available around the

IP/TV Server to enable the IP/TV Server cooling system to work properly. See the documentation that comes with the rack for additional information.

• The IP/TV Server cover is in place during normal operation.

• The air baffle cover over the microprocessors remains closed during normal

operation.

• The air baffle is installed between the fans and the power supply.

• Cables for optional adapters are routed according to the instructions provided

with the adapters.

• A failed fan is replaced within 48 hours.

• IP/TV Server is turned off and the power cords are disconnected before you

open the air baffle cover.

• The air baffle assembly is always installed in IP/TV Server except when you

are installing or removing the components that are located under the air baffle cover.

• When the air baffle assembly is installed in IP/TV Server, the air baffle cover

is always closed.

Safety Guidelines

• Microprocessor socket 2 always contains either a microprocessor baffle or

a microprocessor.

Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge

Static electricity can harm delicate components inside the IP/TV Server. To prevent static damage, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your system’s electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on the chassis.

You can also take the following steps to prevent damage from electrostatic discharge (ESD):

• When unpacking a static-sensitive component from its shipping carton, do not

remove the component from the antistatic packing material until you are ready to install the component in your system. Just before unwrapping the antistatic packaging, be sure to discharge static electricity from your body.

• When transporting a sensitive component, first place it in an antistatic

container or packaging.

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• Handle all sensitive components in a static-safe area. If possible, use

antistatic floor pads and workbench pads.

• Handle the device carefully, holding it by its edges or its frame.

• Do not touch solder joints, pins, or exposed printed circuitry.

• Do not leave the device where others can handle and possibly damage the

device.

• Take additional care when handling devices during cold weather, because

heating reduces indoor humidity and increases static electricity.

Rack Installation Safety Guidelines

Before installing IP/TV Server in a rack, review the following guidelines:

• Two or more people are required to install the device in a rack.

• Ensure that the room air temperature is below 95°F (35°C).

• Do not block any air vents; usually 6 inches (15 cm) of space provides proper

airflow.

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• Plan the device installation starting from the bottom of the rack.

• Install the heaviest device in the bottom of the rack.

• Do not extend more than one device out of the rack at the same time.

• Remove the rack doors and side panels to provide easier access during

installation.

• Connect the IP/TV Server to a properly grounded outlet.

• Do not overload the power outlet when installing multiple devices in the rack.

• Do not place any object weighing more than 110 lb (50 kg) on top of

rack-mounted devices.

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This chapter explains how to install the Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers in an equipment rack. It also provides general instructions for installing IP/TV Server on a table or workbench. This chapter contains the following sections:

• Rack-Mounting Considerations, page 3-2

• Installing Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Server Units, page 3-3

• Installing Cisco IP/TV 3426 Broadcast Server Units, page 3-9

• Installing Cisco IP/TV 3427 Broadcast Server Units, page 3-19

• Installing the IP/TV Server on a Tabletop, page 3-30

• Connecting Cables to Video Capture Cards, page 3-31

• Checking the LEDs, page 3-35

• Removing or Replacing an IP/TV Server, page 3-36

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Before you begin the installation, read the Cisco IP/TV Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information document that shipped with your chassis.

Read the installation instructions before connecting the system to the power source.

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• This unit should be mounted at the bottom of the rack if it is the only unit in the rack.

• When mounting this unit in a partially filled rack, load the rack from the bottom to the top with the heaviest component at the bottom of the rack.

• If the rack is provided with stabilizing devices, install the stabilizers before mounting or servicing the unit in the rack.

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Before installing your IP/TV Server in a rack, review the following guidelines:

• Two or more people are required to install the device in a rack.

• Ensure that the room air temperature is below 95°F (35°C).

• Do not block any air vents; usually 6 inches (15 cm) of space provides proper

airflow.

• Do not extend more than one device out of the rack at the same time.

• Remove the rack doors and side panels to provide easier access during

installation.

• Connect the IP/TV Server to a properly grounded outlet.

• Do not overload the power outlet when installing multiple devices in the rack.

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• Do not place any object weighing more than 110 lb (50 kg) on top of

rack-mounted devices.

Caution Use safe practices when lifting.

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Place the unit in the desired location. You can mount it in a rack for your convenience, or place it on a solid, stable surface. If you do not plan to install the IP/TV Server in an equipment rack, proceed to the “Installing the IP/TV Server

on a Tabletop” section on page 3-30.

This sections discusses the following topics:

• Tools and Parts Required

• Attaching the Mounting Brackets

• Installing the Chassis in a Rack

• Connecting Cables

• Connecting Power and Booting the System

Tools and Parts Required

A rack-mount and cable-management kit is included in your shipping container accessory box. The rack-mount brackets in the kit are suitable for mounting Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Server units in 19-inch (48.26-cm) or 23-inch (58.42-cm) 4-post or 2-post equipment racks.

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You need the following parts and tools to install an IP/TV Server in a rack:

• Phillips screwdriver

• One rack-mount kit, which includes:

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Two rack-mount brackets

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Four 12-24 x 0.50-inch (12.7-mm) flat-head Phillips rack screws

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Four 18-8 x 0.37-inch (9.4-mm) flat-head Phillips bracket screws for 19-inch (48.3-cm) racks

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Four 8 x 0.375-inch (9.5-mm) round-head Phillips bracket screws for 23-inch (58.4-cm) racks

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One cable holder and screw (installation optional)

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Four self-adhesive feet (for optional tabletop installation)

• One power cable

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• One monitor cable

• Documentation

Attaching the Mounting Brackets

The chassis mounts to two rack posts with brackets that attach to the front, mid, or rear sides of the chassis. The brackets for 19-inch (48.26-cm) and 23-inch (58.42-cm) racks are the same; however, they are mounted differently on the chassis. (See Figure 3-1.) Brackets for a 19-inch (48.26-cm) equipment rack require four rack screws in each bracket, and brackets for a 23-inch (58.42-cm) equipment rack require two screws in each bracket.

Figure 3-1 Rack-Mount Brackets

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Figure 3-2, Figure 3-3, and Figure 3-4 show the three bracket mounting positions

on the chassis. The brackets are oriented for a 19-inch (48.26-cm) equipment rack.

Figure 3-2 Bracket Position for Front Mount

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Note For a rear mount, the rear of the chassis is turned to face the front of the rack.

Figure 3-5 shows the bracket orientation for a front mount in a 23-inch (58.42-cm)

equipment rack.

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Figure 3-5 Bracket Orientation for a 23-Inch (58.42-cm) Rack

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After you secure the brackets to the chassis, rack-mount the chassis by securing the brackets to two posts or mounting strips in the rack. (See Figure 3-6.) You need two people to install the chassis in the rack—one person to hold the chassis and one person to secure it to the rack.

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Note: The second bracket attaches to the other side of the chassis.

The inlet and exhaust ports for cooling air are located in the front and rear of the chassis, respectively; therefore, multiple IP/TV Servers can be stacked with little or no vertical clearance.

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Connecting Cables

To connect network, monitor, keyboard, and mouse cables to the Cisco IP/TV Server, follow these steps:

Step 1 Plug the monitor cable into the onboard video port on the IP/TV Server back

panel.

Step 2 Connect the other end of the monitor cable to a monitor. Step 3 Connect a keyboard and mouse to the keyboard port and mouse ports on the IP/TV

Server back panel.

Step 4 For network connections, insert a Category 5 UTP cable into the

Ethernet port labeled “Ethernet 0” on the IP/TV Server front panel. (See

Figure 3-7.) When active, the System LED on the left front corner of the Cisco

IP/TV 3400 Series Server is lit.

Note The console port and Ethernet port 1 are not used by Cisco IP/TV 3400

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Series Servers.

Figure 3-7 Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Servers—Front Panel Connectors

SCSI LVD only

CONSOLE ETHERNET 0 ETHERNET 1 SCSI LVD ONLY SLOT 0 SLOT 1

Ethernet 1 (not supported in IP/TV)

Ethernet 0

Console (not supported in IP/TV)

Step 5 Connect the other end of the network cable to a hub or switch in your network.

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Connecting Power and Booting the System

To connect AC power to the IP/TV Server, follow these steps:

Step 1 Plug the AC power cord into the power cord receptacle on the back of the IP/TV

Server. (See Figure 3-8.)

Step 2 Connect the other end of the power cord to a power source at your installation site. Step 3 Power on the device.

The system should begin booting. Once the operating system boots, you are ready to configure the IP/TV Server. (See Chapter 4, “Setting IP/TV Server

Configuration Parameters.”)

Figure 3-8 Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Servers—Rear View

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Power receptacle

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Place the unit in the desired location. You can mount the IP/TV Server unit in a rack for your convenience, or place it on a solid, stable surface. If you do not plan to install the IP/TV Server in an equipment rack, proceed to the “Installing the

IP/TV Server on a Tabletop” section on page 3-30.

This section discusses the following topics:

• Rack Requirements

• Tools and Parts Required

• Installing the Chassis in the Rack

• Connecting Cables

• Connecting Power and Booting the System

Rack Requirements

Install your IP/TV Server in a rack that meets the following requirements:

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• Four posts, 19 inches (48.3 cm) wide

• Minimum depth of 28.27 inches (71.8 cm) and maximum depth of 30 inches

(76.2 cm) between the front and rear mounting flanges

• Minimum depth of 2.76 inches (7.0 cm) between the front mounting flange

and inside of the front door (for cabinet-style racks)

• Minimum depth of 6.18 inches (15.7 cm) between the rear mounting flange

and inside of the rear door (for cabinet-style racks)

Racks are marked in vertical increments of 1.75 inches (4.44 cm). Each increment is referred to as a rack unit (RU). A 1-RU device is 1.75 inches (4.44 cm) tall.

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