Table of Contents Introduction Confirm Package Contents Recommended Tools Installing the NVR5 Premium 2nd CPU Kit Opening the Cover Installing the CPU Installing Additional RAM Reattaching the Cover Confirming the Installation For More Information...
Introduction Avigilon provides an optional 2 CPU kit for the NVR5 Premium. These kits provide all the components needed to add CPU redundancy to an NVR. Part Number Description NVR5-PRM-2NDCPU NVR5 Premium 2 CPU Kit Confirm Package Contents Confirm that the kit you are installing contain the following components: 2nd CPU Kit (NVR5-PRM-2NDCPU): 1 ×...
Installing the NVR5 Premium 2 CPU Kit Note: If the NVR5 is an operating part of your security system, be aware that it must be shut down to complete this procedure. Before starting to install the kit: 1. Turn off the NVR5, including all attached peripherals. Press the power button on the front panel, and wait for the light to stop blinking to indicate shutdown is complete.
Opening the Cover 1. At the top of the NVR5, unlock the latch release then lift and rotate the latch towards the back of the unit. The cover slides back and is released from the body. Tip: Use a Phillips #2 screwdriver to remove the shipping screws before unlatching the cover if you are removing the cover of an NVR5 for the first time.
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3. Remove the mid drive tray: a. Lift the drive tray handles 90 degrees upward. b. Hold the drive tray handles, and lift the drive tray out of the system. 3. View the interior of the NVR5 and identify the locations where the components of the kit will be installed.
Note: The other components pointed out in the diagram are not affected by installing the NVR5 Premium 2 CPU Kit. Installing the CPU You need the processor bracket, processor (CPU), and heatsink provided in the kit to complete this procedure. With the NVR5 open and the protective cover removed: 1.
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Important: To avoid damaging the fins on the heat sink, do not press down on the heat sink fins. Ensure that the 2 guide pin holes on the bracket match the guide holes on the heat sink. Ensure that the pin 1 indicator on the heat sink (circled red in the image below) is aligned with the pin 1 indicator on the bracket before placing the heat sink onto the processor and bracket.
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Important: Do not force the processor into the socket. The processor should slide easily into the socket when aligned correctly. 9. Use the star-shaped screwdriver #T30 to tighten the screws on the heat sink in the following order: a. Partially tighten the first screw (approximately 3 turns). b.
Installing Additional RAM Important: To prevent damage to the DIMM or memory module socket during installation: Do not bend or flex the DIMM. Handle each DIMM only by the edges to ensure that you don't touch the middle of the memory module or the metallic contacts.
Reattaching the Cover When all the components of the kit have been installed: 1. Ensure all expansion card latches are closed and there are filler covers for all empty slots. 2. Reinstall the mid drive tray: a. Lift the drive tray handles to 90 degrees upward. b.
The number of connected cameras should be the same as before the NVR5 was upgraded, and the analytics load should be about half of what it was prior to the upgrade. Limited Warranty Avigilon warranty terms for this product are provided at avigilon.com/warranty. Confirming the Installation...
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