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Shut Down and Pack Up

Shut down​

  1. Shut down the HCI cluster following your HCI vendor's procedure. Wait until all nodes are off.
  2. Press and hold the PDU power button. Wait until all outlets are off and the button stops blinking. HiveSight needs no separate shutdown.
  3. Unplug the cord from the wall, then from the PDU.

Pack up​

  1. Mast: disconnect the gateway cables, retract the pole, and unscrew it (counter-clockwise). Remove the gateway from the T-bar if you need to. Refit the rubber cover on the pole mount.
  2. Store the parts:
    • Main pole, T-bar, beacon and gateway in the top drawer (velcro strap around the pole)
    • Extension pole in Lid 1
    • Accessory pouch back in its drawer
  3. Bench and work surface: loosen the Work Surface Arm knob and lift Lid 1 off; store the arm under Lid 2. Remove the bench legs and store them in Lid 2.
  4. EDC legs: loosen the knobs, remove the legs and store them in Lid 1.
  5. Drawers: close and lock all of them.
  6. Lids: check nothing will be pinched, then fit both lids and close every latch.

Moving it​

  • Short moves while running are fine if the cables reach: move slowly, keep it level, two people on the side handles. Optional caster wheels are sold separately ("HiveRadar EDC - Set of Caster Wheels (4)").
  • Longer moves: shut down and pack up first.
  • In a vehicle: strap it down so it can't slide or tip, and don't stack heavy items on top.
  • Courier shipping or long-distance moves: refit the transport locks (see Unbox and Inspect), put the foam around the unit and the bag over the foam, and use the original box or equally protective packaging.
warning

Moving the P-EDC with the drawers unlocked can damage it and voids the warranty.

Storing it​

  • Shut down, unplug, lids on and latched, drawers locked
  • Indoors and dry, within -20 to 60 °C (-4 to 140 °F), nothing heavy on top
  • Every 3 months, power it on and install updates. We recommend this so firmware and HCI patches don't fall far behind; updates are never forced

Routine care​

WhenWhat
Every deploymentCheck the latches, wheels, legs and pole threads. Check the fans spin once the unit warms up
Every 3 months, or after a dusty sitePower off, blow dust out from front to rear with compressed air, check cables are seated
Every 3 monthsCheck for switch, PDU and HiveSight updates
NeverLiquids, solvents or a vacuum cleaner inside the case