Pelco C1607M User Manual

DX8000 Hard Drive

Upgrade Installation

to a Two-Drive Systems

DX8000

Digital Video Recorder

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Introduction

The following instructions serve as a guide for upgrading the storage capacity of the DX8000 series digital video recorder
(DVR). Included are step-by-step directions on how to install the DX8000-UP250 hard disk upgrade kit. The directions
illustrate how to upgrade your DVR to accommodate two hard disk drives.

IMPORTANT: If this upgrade requires the replacement of the DX8000’s primary/system hard disk drive (drive 1
nearest the CD/DVD drive), refer to the instructions for replacing the primary drive (manual number C1606M).
This manual should be included with this upgrade kit if a primary drive replacement is necessary.

PARTS LIST

NOTE: This upgrade kit includes one or more Pelco-certified hard disk drives. Using any other hard disk drives

with the DX8000 voids the manufacturer’s warranty for this product.

Qty Description

1-2 250 GB Hard Disk Drive(s)
0-1 80-pin Straight IDE Data Cable
2-4 Mounting screws

TOOLS NEEDED

1 Phillips-head screwdriver #1 (nonmagnetic)
1 Properly grounded ESD wrist strap and mat
4 Small containers for storing screws (optional)

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Getting Ready

1. Familiarize yourself with the instructions throughout this manual.

2. Check that you have all the necessary parts and tools. Refer to the

3. Shut down the DX8000 Series DVR unit. Refer to DX8000 Installation Manual or Operations and Programming
Manual for instructions on shutting down your unit.

4. Unplug the power cord from the wall socket and then from the rear of the DVR.

WARNING: For safety reasons, you must remove the power cord because current continues to flow
through the DX8000 even when the unit is off. Remove the power cord from the wall socket first and then
from the rear of the DVR. It is critical that the unit be unplugged for your safety.

Parts List

and

Tools Needed

sections.

Figure 1. Removing Power Cord from Wall

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Figure 2. Removing Power Cord from Unit

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5. Ensure that the DX8000 Series DVR and all of its components are protected against electrostatic discharge (ESD).
Before handling any electronic components, you should take steps to ground yourself properly so that any built-up
static electric charges are dissipated away from the unit. The most effective method for combating ESD is to use a
properly grounded wrist strap.

NOTE: If you do not have access to a grounded wrist strap, you can discharge any built-up static by
periodically touching an unpainted section of the chassis.

Figure 3. ESD Protection

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Preparing Unit for Drive Installation

IMPORTANT: If this upgrade requires the replacement of the DX8000’s primary hard disk drive (drive 1 nearest

the CD/DVD drive), refer to the instructions for replacing the primary drive (manual number C1606M). This
manual should be included with this upgrade kit if a primary drive replacement is necessary. Many of the steps
are the same for replacing the primary drive and for adding an additional drive. This manual provides instructions
for installing an additional drive. If you are also going to replace the primary drive, you may wish to review this
manual and manual C1606M before proceeding with the installation to avoid duplication of procedures.

OPEN THE UNIT CHASSIS

WARNING: The chassis assembly includes parts with sharp edges. To avoid injury, use caution when working in

and around the DX8000’s chassis and components.

1. If the DX8000 is mounted in a rack, remove it and transport it to an area that will provide full access to the unit
chassis:

a. Disconnect any cables or connections that might restrict access to or the removal of the unit.
b. Unscrew the fasteners that are securing the unit in the rack.
c. Carefully lift the unit out of the rack.

NOTE: Removing the DX8000 from a rack may require more than one person. Refer to the DX8000
Installation Manual for rack mounting information.

2. Place the DX8000 on a flat surface with ample workspace.

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3. Using a Phillips-head screwdriver, remove the chassis cover:

WARNING: Make sure unit is turned off and you are wearing a properly grounded ESD wrist strap
before attempting to open the DX8000 chassis cover. Refer to the

Getting Ready

section.

a. Remove the two top-most screws on the left and right side panels of the DX8000. Refer to Figure 4.

b. Remove the four silver screws fastening the cover to the rear of the unit. These screws are the ones closest to

the top of the unit. Refer to Figure 4.

c. Carefully remove the chassis cover by sliding it back and up. Set aside the cover. Figure 5 illustrates the

interior of the DX8000.

Figure 4. Removing Chassis Cover

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COMPONENT LAYOUT

Figure 5 shows the location of your DX8000 Series DVR’s major components. Certain cables and components have been
omitted from the illustration in this manual for the purpose of clarity.

CPU

REAR OF DVR

VGA CARD

PCI SLOT 1

POWER SUPPLY

2

3

4

5

6

REAR CROSS-BRACE

MOTHERBOARD
IDE CONNECTORS
(SECONDARY)

DIMM SOCKETS (RAM)

CD-RW

HARD DRIVE

FRONT OF DVR

FRONT CROSS-BRACE
MOTHER BOARD
IDE CONNECTORS
(PRIMARY)

Figure 5. DX8000 Interior

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Move the Front Cross-Brace

1. Unscrew and lift out the front cross-brace (found at the center of the unit). Moving this part out of the way will
make it easier for you to access the hard drive mounting baskets.

a. Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to remove the two flat-head screws that secure the front cross-brace. Refer to

Figure 6.

Figure 6. Removing Front Cross-Brace

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