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Page 1: Lightspeed G-Series Server Guide
Lightspeed G-Series Server Guide Lightspeed G-Series Server Guide Serial # February 2018 240858... -
Page 2: Copyrights And Trademark Notices
Copyrights and Trademark Notices Copyrights and Trademark Notices Copyright © 2018 Telestream, LLC. All rights reserved worldwide. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, altered, or translated into any languages without the written permission of Telestream. Information and specifications in this document are subject to change without notice and do not represent a commitment on the part of Telestream. - Page 3 VoiceAge. This product is manufactured by Telestream under license from VoiceAge Corporation. x264 LLC. The product is manufactured by Telestream under license from x264 LLC. Xceed. The Software is Copyright ©1994-2012 Xceed Software Inc., all rights reserved. ZLIB. Copyright (C) 1995-2013 Jean-loup Gailly and Mark Adler.
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Page 4: Mpeg Disclaimers
MPEG Disclaimers MPEG Disclaimers MPEGLA MPEG2 Patent ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT IN ANY MANNER OTHER THAN PERSONAL USE THAT COMPLIES WITH THE MPEG-2 STANDARD FOR ENCODING VIDEO INFORMATION FOR PACKAGED MEDIA IS EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED WITHOUT A LICENSE UNDER APPLICABLE PATENTS IN THE MPEG-2 PATENT PORTFOLIO, WHICH LICENSE IS AVAILABLE FROM MPEG LA, LLC, 4600 S. -
Page 5: Limited Warranty And Disclaimers
Software Updates Except as may be provided in a separate agreement between Telestream and You, if any, Telestream is under no obligation to maintain or support the Software and Telestream has no obligation to furnish you with any further assistance, technical support, documentation, software, update, upgrades, or information of any nature or kind. -
Page 6: Damages
Limited Warranty and Disclaimers Limitations on Remedies—YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES, AND THE ENTIRE LIABILITY OF TELESTREAM, LLC WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT, SHALL BE AS STATED IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. Your sole and exclusive remedy for any and all breaches of any... -
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Contents Lightspeed G-Series Server Guide Copyrights and Trademark Notices MPEG Disclaimers MPEGLA MPEG2 Patent MPEGLA MPEG4 VISUAL MPEGLA AVC MPEG4 SYSTEMS Limited Warranty and Disclaimers Warranty Remedies Software Updates Restrictions and Conditions of Limited Warranty Limitations of Warranties Damages Introduction Overview System Power Drives... - Page 8 Contents Server Installation and Maintenance Installing the Server Unpacking Rack Installation Assembling the Rails Installing Outer Rails into a Rack Installing the Server in the Rack Making Connections Data and Signal Connections Power Requirements and Connections Power and General Cautions and Warnings Operating System Microsoft Activation Key Microsoft Updates...
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Page 9: Introduction
Introduction This chapter presents an overview of Telestream’s Lightspeed G-5 Server. ■ Overview – System Power – Drives – Front Control Panel – Cooling System – – Expansion Input Card Slots ■ Front Panel – LEDs (left to right) –... -
Page 10: Overview
Introduction Overview Overview The Lightspeed G5 Server is a high speed, high-end Windows server configured specially for media processing using Telestream Vantage software. The following table summarizes the Lightspeed G5 Server hardware details, followed by more detailed descriptions of some components. -
Page 11: System Power
Dual air shrouds direct air flow to the dual CPUs and components that require cooling. The power supply module also includes a cooling fan. The GPU in the Lightspeed G5 Server accelerates video processing, and H.264/H.265 media creation. Using the GPU in combination with Lightspeed's powerful multi-core CPU processors enables rapid transcoding and processing in Vantage. -
Page 12: Expansion Input Card Slots
Telestream products be used in accordance with the following product policy. It is critical that our product policy be adhered to when using add-in cards: • Add-in cards are to be installed by Telestream, or an authorized agent, at or before commissioning. •... -
Page 13: Front Panel
Introduction Overview Front Panel The Lightspeed Server has a removable front bezel. By removing the bezel, you can access the system interface buttons and LEDs, drives, and 2 front USB ports. Front Panel Features The removable front bezel provides visibility of the system monitoring LED indicators and allows pinhole access to the recessed UID and power buttons. -
Page 14: Rear Panel
PCI expansion slots for Telestream approved GPU Card cards only AC Power Connectors 2 USB 4 Onboard 10GB IPMI port Ethernet LAN ports (dedicated) Additional PCI cards can be optionally installed by Telestream in the PCI expansion slots. Lightspeed G-Series Guide... -
Page 15: Server Installation And Maintenance
Server Installation and Maintenance This chapter explains how to install the Lightspeed G5 Server into an equipment rack and configure it for operation. Maintenance and support instructions are also provided. This chapter covers the following topics: ■ Installing the Server ■... -
Page 16: Installing The Server
During unpacking, inspect the container and the contents for damage. If there is any damage, report it immediately to the freight carrier and to Telestream Support. The server is heavy. Unpack the server on a strong, well-balanced table that can support the full weight of the server and shipping container without tipping. -
Page 17: Rack Installation
Server Installation and Maintenance Installing the Server Rack Installation The Lightspeed G5 Server is designed to fit into a standard 19-inch (483 mm) equipment rack with support front and rear, using supplied rack rails and rear support extensions. Assembling the Rails The inner rail extensions install on each side of the chassis as shown. -
Page 18: Installing Outer Rails Into A Rack
Server Installation and Maintenance Installing the Server Installing Outer Rails into a Rack Next, install the outer rails into the rack as shown in the next figure. Align the square pegs on the front of the rail with the square holes in the front of the rack (C). Push the rail into the rack until the quick release bracket snaps into place, securing the rail to the rack. -
Page 19: Installing The Server In The Rack
Server Installation and Maintenance Installing the Server Installing the Server in the Rack When selecting a position in a rack to place the server, be sure to allow a minimum of 30 inches of clearance at the back of the server for sufficient cooling airflow and servicing. -
Page 20: Making Connections
Connect devices, such as a keyboard and mouse, to the USB connectors (optional). • Connect a dedicated IPMI LAN to the IPMI port (optional). • Connect a monitor to the VGA connector (optional). Lightspeed G5 Server Rear Panel: PCI expansion slots for GPU Card Telestream approved cards only... -
Page 21: Power Requirements And Connections
Be certain to observe the following AC power and connection requirements and all applicable electrical codes. The Lightspeed G5 Server is rated at 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, 9.5-4.5 Amps. These are the detailed specifications: In Rush Current (On Boot/Idle/Full Load) -
Page 22: Power And General Cautions And Warnings
Failure to do so could present a severe electric shock hazard that could result in injury or death. CAUTION: Telestream recommends connecting computer equipment to AC power through an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) with surge protection. Fluctuations in commercial supply voltage can damage unprotected electronic equipment. -
Page 23: Operating System
(see your system administrator). Windows User ID and Password After the Lightspeed Server boots up, you can log into it with the following Windows user account. Lightspeed Server Windows User Account User Administrator Password telestream!1 Lightspeed G-Series Guide... -
Page 24: Maintaining The Server
Server Installation and Maintenance Maintaining the Server Maintaining the Server This section describes common server maintenance tasks that you may need to perform from time to time: ■ Performance Tuning a Lightspeed Server ■ Backing up the Lightspeed Server ■ Managing the Lightspeed Server ■... -
Page 25: Performance Tuning A Lightspeed Server
Lightspeed Server. The settings are supplied here in the event they have been changed and you need to restore them to factory original settings. (For details, consult your System Administrator or a Telestream Field Sales Engineer). 1. In Performance Options, set Windows Performance options: –... -
Page 26: Backing Up The Lightspeed Server
Maintaining the Server Backing up the Lightspeed Server In order to protect your Lightspeed Server from data loss, Telestream highly recommends that you create an image of the Operating System drive (C:\) drive immediately upon taking delivery of your server and that you perform periodic back- ups of all critical data on the server. -
Page 27: Managing The Lightspeed Server
Server Installation and Maintenance Maintaining the Server Managing the Lightspeed Server IPMI View management software provides remote network management of one or more Lightspeed Servers using IPMI messages over Ethernet LAN or a dedicated IPMI LAN. If your Lightspeed Ethernet connectors are used to connect to storage, you can use the IPMI LAN connector to create an IPMI network among your Lightspeed servers. -
Page 28: Installing New Or Replacement Hard Drives
Server Installation and Maintenance Maintaining the Server Installing New or Replacement Hard Drives Follow these steps to replace a failing hard drive or install a new one. Drives may be removed or replaced with power on. See the Drives topic in the Introduction chapter for new or replacement drive specifications. -
Page 29: Rebuilding The Lightspeed Raid
The PWR Fail LED will illuminate and remain on until the failed unit has been replaced. Replace with the same model. Replacement units can be ordered from Telestream. See Obtaining Support | Information | Assistance later in this chapter. -
Page 30: Obtaining Support | Information | Assistance
Vantage Reseller Support If you purchased your Lightspeed Server from a reseller, please contact your reseller for support. International Reseller Website: www.telestream.net Support See the Telestream website for your regional authorized Telestream reseller. Telestream Technical Email: techwriter@telestream.net Writers If you have comments or suggestions about improving this document, or other Telestream documents—or if... -
Page 31: Return Material Authorization (Rma) Procedure
Provide your organization name, and contact information, the serial number of the inoperative unit, and request a Return Material Authorization. Before returning your Lightspeed Server, Telestream recommends that you back up the entire contents of all server drives. See Backing up the Lightspeed Server for details.
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