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- Page 1 User Manual Rackmount Systems Models: RM5100, RM7100, RM7200, RM7400...
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Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
This carton has been specially designed to protect the computer during shipping, including shipping for upgrades or repairs to Spectral Computers (we also recommend that you insure the contents). Please contact Spectral Computers for a return authorization number to ensure proper handling and tracking of your computer. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
User Manual Table of Contents Spectral Diagrams Front Panel Diagrams ......2 Rear Panel Diagrams . -
Page 5: Front Panel Diagrams
Multi-Media Reset Button Thermal Controller Card Drive DVD/CD/RW Drive Front Power Switch USB Ports Door Lock Figure 1.0 Front View Spectral RM5100 and RM7100 Power LED HD LED Removable Backup Drive Serial Number Multi-Media Reset Button Thermal Controller Card Drive... -
Page 6: Rear Panel Diagrams
S- Video Output LAN Port (Ethernet 10/100/1000) DVI Output Express PCI Express VGA Output Digital Audio Output (Optional) Figure 1.3 Back View Spectral RM7100, RM7200, RM7400 with Intel Processors Ports Digital Audio Output FireWire LAN Ports (2 ports FireWire PCI Express... -
Page 7: Setting Up Your System
Rackmount Systems Setting Up Your System CAUTION: Do not place the computer near or above a radiator or heating vent. Keep cabinet or rack well ventilated and do not place in any area exposed to rain or water. Be careful not to spill liquid of any kind on or into the computer. When You First Open the Box Before setting up your computer or components, please inspect all items for any damage that may have accidentally occurred during shipment. -
Page 8: Monitors
6. Connect the other end of the power cord to a grounded three-prong power strip or wall outlet. 7. Turn on your computer. VGA Connector VGA from Monitor Figure 2.0 – Connecting RM5100 to a Single Analog Monitor DVI Connector VGA Connector VGA from Monitor Figure 2.1 – Connecting to a Single Analog Monitor... -
Page 9: Digital
Rackmount Systems Connecting a Digital Monitor 1. Turn off your computer. 2. Connect one end of the monitor’s signal cable to the video card’s DVI connector located on the back of your chassis. 3. Connect the other end of the signal cable to the monitor’s DVI connector located at the back of the monitor. -
Page 10: Dual
User Manual S-Video Connector DVI Connector VGA Connector VGA from Monitor VGA to DVI Monitor (if needed) VGA from Monitor Figure 2.3 – Connecting to Dual Monitors 11. Left-click your Start Menu. Scroll over Settings and left-click the Control Panel. 12. -
Page 11: Thermal Controller
Rackmount Systems Thermal Controller CAUTION: Do not attempt to install or repair the Thermal Controller unless you are a trained computer technician. It is easy to break delicate components in the process, which could void your warranty. Temperature CPU/SYS-r/SYS-f Fan Status HDD Icon Fan Speed Clock... -
Page 12: Usb/Firewire Device
Otherwise, Windows will automatically install the device with the driver in its database. We suggest updating the driver at a later date for maximum performance. For further information, please refer to your device’s operating manual. For the RM5100 and RM7100, only use the three FireWire ports located on the PCI card. -
Page 13: Upgrading The Ram
512MB Upgrading to 64-bit Processing Your new Spectral computer supports 64-bit EMT that can only be utilized by using an operating system that supports 64-bit, such as Windows XP x64 Edition. Also, to take full advantage of the 64-bit execution platform, your application must be written to support 64-bit processing. In addition, any additional hardware being used, such as audio cards, needs to have x64 drivers. -
Page 14: Digital Backup System
Backing up protects you from losing important data if the hard drive fails or you accidentally delete files. Your Spectral computer contains two or more hard drives: • The system drive for the Operating System, system files, programs and settings as well as other documents •... -
Page 15: Features
Rackmount Systems Features 100% Protection: Allows you to instantly recover from accidental disk formatting, file deletion, virus attacks or system crash. The Digital Backup System offers complete system protection, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Kills Viruses, Rescues Files: Infected or damaged files can be rescued in seconds by reversing the hard drive to a previous backup point. -
Page 16: Quick Backup
User Manual Quick Backup The Quick Backup option is used for quickly creating a new Incremental Backup point to backup your hard drive and protect your data. Click the Quick Backup button. The Digital Backup System will lock the hard drive. If any program is currently writing to the hard disk, the Digital Backup System will stop creating the Backup Point. -
Page 17: Restoring Your Computer
Rackmount Systems Restoring Your Computer CAUTION: When recovering from a backup point, all changes made to the system drive since the backup point will be erased when recovering. We strongly recommend moving new data created on the system drive after the backup point to a different hard drive or to a DVD prior to recovering. -
Page 18: Navigating The Digital Backup System Manager
User Manual Navigating in the Digital Backup System Manager 1. To activate the Digital Backup System Manager program, press the Space Bar after system POST (Power-on-self-testing), but before Windows begins to load. 2. Enter your password and press Enter to access the main screen of the Digital Backup System Manager. - Page 19 Rackmount Systems Using the arrow key, move to an appropriate Backup Point and press Enter to complete the selection. Tab down to OK and press Enter to activate the Digital Backup System restoration process. A complete restore can take from 20 seconds up to 10 minutes, depending on the number of files affected.
- Page 20 User Manual Creating/Restoring an advanced Complete Backup Point in Real Mode Not supported in this version. Digital Backup System Schedule Settings The Digital Backup System Settings window provides several options to manage your backup strategy. Settings › Change: This function allows you to set a time period for the automatic creation of Backup Points.
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Page 21: Registering Your Pc
Rackmount Systems Registering Your PC Please take a moment to register your new Spectral PC. Registration allows you to take full advantage of Technical Support, notice of Spectral proprietary software patches, notification of new products and additional benefits that are not extended to non-registered owners. -
Page 22: Warranty Information
SPECTRAL computers shall be free from defects in workmanship and materials, subject to normal use and service, for a period that is one year from the date of shipment of the SPECTRAL computers (such periods being hereinafter referred to as the “Warranty Period”). The sole and exclusive remedy of the foregoing limited warranty shall be limited to the repair or replacement of any defective or non-conforming component exclusively by Digital Corporation. -
Page 23: Technical Support
Rackmount Systems Technical Support Phone No: 818.981.3101 Fax No: 818.981.3102 E-mail: support@spectralcomputers.com Web Site: www.spectralcomputers.com Hours of Operation: Weekdays 9:30 am – 6:00 pm PST Mailing Address: Spectral Computers 4858 Van Nuys Blvd. Sherman Oaks, CA 91403 U.S.A. The Musician’s PC... - Page 24 www.spectralcomputers.com All trademarks and registered trademarks mentioned herein are recognized as the property of their respective holders. Made in the U.S.A. 0511-7533...
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