PELCO VXS2B-R96-N12 VideoXpert Storage User Guide
- June 13, 2024
- PELCO
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PELCO VXS2B-R96-N12 VideoXpert Storage User Guide
Before You Begin
Before you connect and configure your system:
- Update your new Video Xpert™ Software to the latest version, which is available at www.pelco.com.
- Ensure that the Microsoft OS on each computer on your system, including this server, has the
latest updates that address the most current known vulnerabilities. You can find this information at www.microsoft.com.
On a continual basis:
- Frequently update the OS to ensure newly discovered vulnerabilities are patched as soon as a patch is available.
- Frequently update anti-virus libraries with the latest patches.
Performing Initial System Configuration
Your system comes fully prepared for use with all drives and software installed. Plug in your system, and you are ready to begin using VideoXpert. For more information about your VideoXpert™ hardware and software, go to www.pelco.com.
Locating Connections on the Front Panel
VxStorage R-Series Server (VXS2-R), 8 drives
- Power button
- USB 2.0 port
- VGA monitor connection
- USB management port/iDRAC Direct
VxStorage E-Series Server (VXS2-E), 18 drives
- Power button
- VGA monitor connection
- USB 2.0 ports
- USB management port/iDRAC Direct
Locating Connections on the Back Panel
VxStorage R-Series Server (VXS2-R), 8 drives
- RJ-45 ports (10/100/1000 Mbps)
- iDRAC port
- USB 2.0 port (top) and USB 3.0 port (bottom)
- SFP+ ports (10 Gbps)
- VGA monitor connection
- Power connection
- Solid State Drives (SSD)
VxStorage E-Series Server (VXS2-E), 18 drives
- SFP+ ports (10 Gbps)
- iDRAC port
- Serial connection
- VGA monitor connection
- USB 3.0 ports
- RJ-45 ports (10/100/1000 Mbps)
- Power connection
- Additional hard drive ports
Setting Up Your System
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Unpack the server.
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Connect the system and its peripherals.
Note: You must connect a network cable from one of the network ports to the VX Network™. -
Connect the system to an electrical outlet.
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Power on the system by pressing the power button on the front panel or using iDRAC.
Adding the Video Xpert™ to the Video Xpert System™
Use VxToolbox™ to add the VideoXpert™ to the VideoXpert System™:
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Launch VxToolbox.
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In VxToolbox, click Devices, and then do one of the following:
- Click the Quick Discovery icon ( ) to perform a quick search for devices.
- Click the Advanced Discovery Options icon ( ) to the right of the Quick Discovery icon, and then click Quick Discovery.
- Click the Advanced Discovery Options icon ( ) to the right of the Quick Discovery icon, and then click Advanced Discovery. In the Discover Network Devices dialog box, in the
Discovery Method field, select Discover by IP or Hostname from the drop-down menu. Specify the Host address, and then click Discover.
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When the Pelco Storage Core™ or Media Gateway™ Server is found, click to select it.
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Click the Add and Commission icon ( ) at the lower right of the center panel.
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If the Authentication Notice dialog box opens, follow the instructions in the dialog box. The icon for the Video Xpert changes from Not commissioned ( ) to Added; commissioned ( ).
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