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Formatting
The DX4500/DX4600 automatically detects when a new drive is installed or when a current drive is
switched to a different SATA connector. After the DX4500/DX4600 starts, the system prompts you to
format the newly installed drive. Drives that have not been switched to a different SATA connector are not
reformatted.
1. On the front panel or remote control, press and hold the Power button until your hear a beep,
and then release the button. After a few seconds, the DX4500/DX4600 startup screen appears.
2. Wait until the DVR displays the “HDD configuration has been changed” dialog box in the application
window.
Figure 15. Application Window and GUI Toolbar
WARNING: Before initiating a format procedure, verify that the drives are reinstalled in the same
position and reconnected to their orginal SATA connectors. For information, refer to Before You
Begin on page 6 and the DX4500/DX4600 server operation/programming manual (C2674M).