Usb hardware key (dongle), Third-party software, Documentation convention – FOCUS Enhancements MANL-1161-04 User Manual
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MA Series Media Archive Servers
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USB Hardware Key (Dongle)
USB Hardware Key (Dongle)
Before the MA Series Media Archive Server can operate, a USB hardware key (dongle) must be
inserted in to one of the server’s USB ports. The dongle authorizes the MA server applications.
The dongle must remain in the USB port for the applications to function.
There is no limit to the number of server Users.
Third-Party Software
Focus Enhancements recommends that, with the following exceptions, third-party software should
not be installed on the MA servers:
• P2 and Sony XDCAM/XDCAM-EX players on MA-10 and MA-50 servers, see
• PDF Reader on MA-10 and MA-50 servers.
These third-party applications must be installed on the MA server’s
Tools (T:)
drive, see
Documentation Convention
In general, information in this guide applies to all MA Series Media Archive Severs unless it is
specifically identified as MA-10 or MA-50.
About this Guide
It is assumed that the user of this guide is familiar with:
• Collection and use of tapeless content
• Use of tapeless media devices on Windows / Mac computer systems
• NLE (non-linear editing) workflow
This guide is divided into three sections: