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Lightspeed K80 Server Guide 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...
Installation and Operation This guide provides important information that you should review before you install the Lightspeed K80 Server. The topics are listed in the order you should follow to get your Vantage Lightspeed Server up and running. Some topics provide information you need to know.
If the server or box contents are damaged in any way, you should file a claim with the carrier and notify Telestream immediately. Note: Save the shipping container and packaging materials and store them in a safe place.
This server is rated at up to 10 amps. Make certain that the power source circuit can supply 10 amps for any/all devices on the same circuit without overloading it. 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.
Telestream policy states: • Add-in card(s) are to be installed by Telestream, or an authorized agent, at or before commissioning. • Only Telestream-qualified add-in cards can be used. For the most up-to-date list...
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Information | Assistance). Note: The Lightspeed Server has no user-serviceable parts. Any repair or additional PCI card installation must be performed by Telestream or an authorized Telestream service technician. Lightspeed Server Front and Rear Panels This supplements system interface topics in the SuperMicro Server User’s Guide, Chapter 3.
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Rear Panel Ports and Connectors In addition to the ports and connectors specified in the SuperMicro Server User’s Guide, Chapter 1, the Lightspeed Server optionally can be configured with up to two Telestream approved and installed I/O expansion cards. See Optional PCI Cards, page Figure 2.
Upgrading Vantage > Adding a Server to a Vantage Domain and Adding a Lightspeed Server to an Existing Vantage Domain, and proceed as appropriate. You may also want to consult with Telestream Support for any specific instructions related to upgrading from your current Vantage version to the latest version.
Performance Tuning a Lightspeed Server Performance Tuning a Lightspeed Server The following adjustments can improve performance on your Lightspeed server. (For details, consult with your System Administrator or a Telestream Field Sales Engineer). 1. In Performance Options, set Windows Performance options: –...
Installation and Operation Renaming a Lightspeed Server 9. You may increase network throughput by increasing buffer size within your network adapter. Set your Network Adapter’s transmit and receive buffers to 1024: – Start > Control Panel > Network and Sharing > Change Adapter Settings > Local Area Connection >...
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Installation and Operation Renaming a Lightspeed Server 5. Click the Remove Service button in the toolbar. 6. Click Start > Administrative Tools > Server Manager. 7. Click Server Manager in the left pane. 8. Click Change System Properties in the right pane. 9.
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.
Installation and Operation Managing the Lightspeed Server Managing the Lightspeed Server IPMIView 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 connector is used to connect to storage, you can use the IPMI LAN connector to create an IPMI network among your Lightspeed Servers.
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...
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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