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Install the Sliding Rack Rails and Cable Management Arm Install the Bezel Log into Windows Server for the First Time Activate the ACC Software and Connect to Avigilon Cloud Services Activate ACC Software and Feature Licenses Connect to Avigilon Cloud Services Reactivating a License...
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Network Link Status Indicators Hard Drive RAID Status Indicators System Health and Identification Modes Resetting the iDRAC System For More Information Product User Guides...
The Avigilon Network Video Recorder (NVR5 Premium) is preloaded with Avigilon Control Center (ACC) software and is configured for exceptional performance and reliability. The Network Video Recorder offered in higher data storage capacities can be easily integrated into any existing Avigilon surveillance system or act as the base of a new site.
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Figure 2: Front view of NVR5 Premium 96TB - 224TB recorder with front bezel removed 1. Bezel Protects against unauthorized physical access to the hard drives. For more information, see Install the Bezel on page 11. 2. Power button Controls the power supply to the recorder.
Back View (192TB, 224TB) Figure 3: Back view of NVR5 Premium 192TB and 224TB recorder 1. System identification button Identifies a recorder deployed in a rack with other equipment. Also resets the iDRAC web interface without rebooting the operating system.
Back View (96TB, 128TB, 160TB) Figure 4: Back view of NVR5 Premium 96TB, 128TB and 160TB recorder 1. Two (2) 1 Gbps Ethernet ports Accepts Ethernet connections to multiple networks and includes LED indicators of the connections. 2. Out-of-Band Management (OOBM) port Accepts an OOBM RJ-45 connection and includes an LED indicator of the connection.
Package Contents Ensure the package contains the following: Avigilon NVR5 Premium Recorder Rack sliding rail assembly kit Cable management arm assembly kit Bezel and key Power cables 2 x C13 / C14 2 x region specific NA: NEMA 5-15P / C13...
Installation Connect Cables Refer to the diagrams in the Overview section for the location of the different connectors. Make the following connections as required: 1. Connect a KVM switch or separate keyboard, mouse and monitor to the recorder. The keyboard and mouse can be connected to any USB port on the recorder. The monitor can be connected to any video connector at the front or back of the recorder.
Install the Bezel The bezel can be installed on the front of the recorder to help protect the hard drives against unauthorized access. 1. Align and insert the right end of the bezel until it clicks into place. 2. Push the left end of the bezel into the front of the unit until it clicks into place. Install the Bezel...
9. Once the setup procedure is complete, the system will restart. Proceed to activate the license for the Avigilon Control Center software on your Network Video Recorder. Log into Windows Server for the First Time...
Activate the ACC Software and Connect to Avigilon Cloud Services After you have deployed your NVR5 Premium recorder, activate your ACC software and feature licenses and connect to Avigilon Cloud Services. Activate ACC Software and Feature Licenses You can activate, deactivate, and reactivate product or feature licenses. Licenses are called Product Keys in the ACC system, and Activation IDs in the licensing portal.
Network Configuration By default, the NVR5 Premium acquires an IP address on the network through DHCP. If you need to set up the workstation to use a static IP address or any specific network configuration, see the Windows Help and Support files for more information.
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Note: After operating system recovery, you need to reinstall the previously installed ACC software. Depending on when your NVR5 Premium was shipped, it is recommended that you connect to the network when possible to install updates for Windows and ACC Client software after system recovery is completed.
ACC software. The ACC software installation is covered in the following step. 6. Navigate to C:\Avigilon\Control Center Installation Files, and run the ACC installer for the version of ACC software in use at your site. If needed, connect to the internet and download the required ACC installers.
Maintenance Checking System Health You can check your system health through the ACC Client Site Health or with the Server Administrator software. ACC Client Site Health You can check on the health of the system components in the Site Health in the ACC Client software. See Site Health in the ACC Client User Guide for more information.
Guide for Avigilon Systems (link). The operating system and the Avigilon Control Center software are mirrored on two hard drives at the back of the recorder. If one of the hard drives fail, you can replace the failed drive while the recorder continues to run from the other.
If only one drive is used, install the drive in the drive bay with the lowest device number. For example: WARNING — Opening or removing the system cover while the system is powered on may expose you to a risk of electric shock. CAUTION —...
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1. Remove the bezel. a. Unlock the bezel. b. Push the release button next to the lock. c. Pull the left end of the bezel then unhook the right end to remove the bezel. 2. Press the release button and slide the blank out of the hard drive slot. 3.
the system to automatically redirect recording to the unused hard drive. To assign the new hard drive as a hot spare: a. In the Task list, select Assign and Unassign Global Hot Spare. b. Click Execute. If the new hard drive is not displayed in the Server Administrator, try one of the following: Refresh the browser.
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1. At the top of the recorder, unlock the latch release then lift and rotate the latch towards the back of the recorder. The cover slides back and is released from the recorder body. 2. Hold the cover from both sides and lift it off the recorder. 3.
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10. Place the new hard drive into the tray and push the handle down until the hard drive clicks into place. 11. Fold down the handles on the hard drive tray. Close and lock the recorder cover. After the operating system starts up, the recorder immediately starts rebuilding the hard drive. The progress is displayed in the Server Administrator.
Blinking blue — System identification mode is active. Steady amber — The system is in fail-safe mode. Note: If the system health indicates a degraded or critical state, contact Avigilon Technical Support for assistance. System health and System ID Blinking amber — The system is experiencing a fault. Check the System Event Log.
LED Indicator Description Steady amber — A memory error has occurred. Check the System Event Log and reseat the memory module, if the error persists. Memory Steady amber — A PCIe card error has occurred. Restart the system, upgrade the device firmware and reinstall the card, if the error PCIe persists.
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Figure 8: (1) The power status indicator for 96TB, 128TB and 160TB recorders LED Indicator Description Power is not connected. Green Power is supplied. Blinking amber There is a problem with the power supply. Blinking green A firmware update is being applied to the power supply unit. CAUTION —...
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Figure 9: (1) Link LED. (2) Connection activity LED. LED Indicator Description The recorder is not connected to a network. Link LED — green The recorder is connected to a network at the maximum port speed. Connection Activity LED — blinking green Link LED —...
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Activity LED flashes green when the hard drives are working. The following table describes what the Status LEDs indicate: LED Indicator Description Green The hard drive is online. The hard drive is ready for removal from the recorder. Note: The indicator remains off until all drives are initialized after the system is turned on.
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For information about using the iDRAC web interface to perform the reset, see the Enabling iDRAC Enterprise Features Setup Guide (link). Limited Warranty Avigilon warranty terms for this product are provided at avigilon.com/warranty. Resetting the iDRAC System...
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For More Information For additional product documentation and software and firmware upgrades, visit support.avigilon.com. Technical Support Contact Avigilon Technical Support at support.avigilon.com/s/contactsupport. Product User Guides Windows Upgrade and Recovery Guide for Avigilon Systems (link) Enabling iDRAC Enterprise Features Setup Guide (link)
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