Introduction
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a good idea to read through all chapters to familiarize yourself with the configuration
procedures for the following reasons:
• Many suspected problems with your system may be due to loosened connections or
improperly configured devices. This guide helps you troubleshoot problems by providing
information about properly configured systems.
• If you need to call Customer Support, familiarity with this guide puts you in a better position
to provide diagnostic information.
• If you want to move your system at any time, or upgrade certain hardware components,
information in this guide is crucial.
This guide, in conjunction with the Autodesk Stone Direct 2008 Configuration Guide, provides
complete information regarding configuring hardware components. But hardware
configuration should only be performed by an experienced hardware integrator familiar with
the Linux operating system, HP workstations, and peripherals associated with professional,
high-performance video and post-production of film.
Your Autodesk system consists of high-performance hardware that must be configured in an
environment suited to its operational needs. The following sections discuss:
• Memory requirements
• Proper environmental conditions
• Power and air-conditioning
• Rack-mounting
• Static discharges
• Audio grounding
Memory Requirements
The HP xw9400 supports up to 16 GB of memory, and uses DDR2-667 ECC Registered /
Unbuffered DIMMs. The amount of memory required for your Autodesk Effects or Editing
system depends on the resolution of your projects, the type of work you perform and, in some
cases, the platform on which you are running the application. Refer to the Software Installation
Guide for your product to determine the memory requirements for your Effects or Editing
application.
