APEXX Workstation Manual
APEXX Workstation Manual
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PRODUCT SUPPORT & WARRANTY GUIDE
t a b l e o f c o n t e n t s
4 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Owner/System Administrator Tasks
5 SAFETY
Setting up Your Equipment
Using Your Equipment
Performing Maintenance
8 QUICK SETUP
Windows® GML/COA location
9 SYSTEM DIAGRAMS
13 CPU/MEMORY ACCESS
16 RACKMOUNT INSTRUCTIONS (APEXX 4 & 5)
18 HOW TO OBTAIN TECHNICAL SUPPORT
BOXX Technologies Legendary Technical Support
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CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR PURCHASE
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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SAFETY
Every user should review the following safety information prior to setting up
equipment. This information should be followed to prevent damage to your
equipment, personal injury, or death. Please follow the guidelines below.
Lift heavy objects with your legs bent while keeping your back straight.
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SAFETY
230V/50Hz in most of Europe, the Middle East, and the Far East.
Using the product power switch does not guarantee that power is off
or that power is not supplied to the product.
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SAFETY
PERFORMING MAINTENANCE
Preventative and scheduled maintenance can extend the life of your
equipment. However, performing maintenance can also create hazardous
conditions for you and your equipment.
Always unplug the power cord from the wall outlet and the back of
your equipment before maintenance begins.
Turning the system power switch off does not guarantee that power
is not being supplied to the product.
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QUICK SETUP
WINDOWS® GML/COA LOCATION
This quick setup guide describes the steps involved in unpacking a system,
attaching peripherals, and loading the operating system.
1 Save all of the packing materials when unpacking the shipping box. If
the system is ever returned for service and is damaged in transit due
to improper packaging, the warranty may be voided.
4 To power up the system, press the black power button on the front
of the system.
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/howtotell/hardware-pc-purchase
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APEXX 1
SYSTEM DIAGRAM
Power Button
Power LED
Reset Button
Speaker Jack
Microphone Jack
For illustrative purposes only. Front I/O ports may vary among models. 9
APEXX 3
SYSTEM DIAGRAM
Speaker Jack
Microphone Jack USB Type-A Ports
Power Button
USB Power LED
Type-C Port
Reset Button
Hard Drive LED
Removable Grill
10 For illustrative purposes only. Front I/O ports may vary among models.
APEXX 4
SYSTEM DIAGRAM
Microphone Jack
Speaker Jack
Power Button
Power LED
Hard Drive LED
Reset Button
Removable Grill
For illustrative purposes only. Front I/O ports may vary among models. 11
APEXX 5
SYSTEM DIAGRAM
Power Button
Reset Button
Power LED
Speaker Jack
Microphone Jack
Removable Grill
12 For illustrative purposes only. Front I/O ports may vary among models.
APEXX 1
CPU/MEMORY ACCESS
1| Remove
screws (2).
2| Lift power
supply bay.
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APEXX 4 & 5
RACKMOUNT INSTRUCTIONS
COMPONENTS
This kit secures the APEXX 4 chassis to 19” racks with 3/8" square holes
with a thickness of 0.090” to 0.126”. The kit contains extra hardware.
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APEXX 4 & 5
RACKMOUNT INSTRUCTIONS
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HOW TO OBTAIN TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Email: support@boxx.com
Phone (Toll Free): 1-877-877-BOXX (2699)
Phone: 512-835-0400 (Outside North America)
7 a.m.–6 p.m.
CST Monday–Friday
ONLINE
Detailed information regarding the full portfolio of BOXX Technologies solutions
is available online at www.boxx.com.
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ABOUT BOXX TECHNOLOGIES
DATA SCIENCE
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WARRANTY INFORMATION
WARRANTY SUPERSESSION
This warranty offer expressly supersedes any conflicting warranty
terms listed in purchase orders, verbal agreements, or other warranty
information set forth by BOXX Technologies, (BOXX). This warranty
constitutes an offer or counter-offer subject only to the terms and
conditions set forth herein. In addition, this warranty is conditional
upon the buyer’s agreement to the terms and conditions described
within this warranty whether in writing or by conduct. Conduct includes
product retention, use, acceptance of, or payment for BOXX products or
services and constitutes acceptance through conduct. If this warranty is
not acceptable to the buyer, the buyer should contact their BOXX sales
representative immediately.
GENERAL INFORMATION
BOXX offers Buyers of the APEXX, renderPRO, and renderBOXX a
three-year limited warranty and Buyers of the GoBOXX Series Mobile
Workstation a one-year limited warranty, each as described and limited
in this Agreement. The term “Buyer” includes individuals, businesses,
third-party vendors, or organizations that render payment for any
Product. This limited warranty offered by this Agreement extends only
to Buyer and is not transferable to anyone who subsequently purchases,
leases or otherwise obtains Product from Buyer. This limited warranty
does not cover software or non-BOXX branded products. During year
one, this limited warranty covers parts, Operating System telephone
support, and return shipment costs. During years two and three, this
limited warranty covers parts and Operating System telephone support
only. Buyer assumes shipment costs during years two and three. (BOXX
offers service contracts for additional technical support and support
services. Buyer should contact its BOXX sales representative for service
contract information and terms.) However, this limited warranty does not
include products manufactured by third-party vendors. Thus, this limited
warranty does not cover third-party peripherals offered with BOXX
Products. In the event of a third-party peripheral failure, Buyer should
contact the third-party peripheral manufacturer for warranty redemption.
Please see the third-party warranty information supplied with Buyer’s
order for more information.
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WARRANTY INFORMATION
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WARRANTY INFORMATION
While BOXX may supply third-party peripherals with BOXX Products, Buyer should
consult the third-party peripheral manufacturer for warranty claims related to third-party
peripherals. Consult the third-party peripheral manufacturer’s warranty information
supplied with Buyer’s order for more information.
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WARRANTY INFORMATION
It is possible that the contents of the hard drive will be lost or reformatted in the
course of service and BOXX will not be responsible for any damage to or loss of any
programs, data, or other information stored on any media or any part of any Product
serviced. IF DURING THE REPAIR OF THE PRODUCT THE CONTENTS OF THE HARD
DRIVE ARE ALTERED, DELETED, OR IN ANY WAY MODIFIED, BOXX IS NOT
RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY LOSS OF DATA WHATSOEVER. BUYER’S PRODUCT WILL BE
RETURNED CONFIGURED TO THE ORIGINAL FACTORY CONFIGURATION (SUBJECT TO
AVAILABILITY OF SOFTWARE). Before shipping Buyer’s BOXX Product to BOXX, Buyer
should back up all data on the hard-disk drive(s) and storage device(s) used in the
Product. In addition, remove any portable media, such as diskettes, CDs, or PC Cards
before returning the Product to BOXX. BOXX does not accept liability for lost data or
software. Buyer accepts full responsibility for all software and data stored on Products
returned to BOXX. BOXX is not required to advise or remind Buyer of appropriate
backup procedures. Buyer should note that BOXX uses new and/or reconditioned parts
made by various manufacturers in performing warranty repairs and when building
replacement Products. In addition, Buyer should also note that BOXX owns all parts
removed from replacement or repaired Products. Replacement parts and repaired
Products do not extend the Limited Warranty Term described in this Agreement.
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WARRANTY INFORMATION
Upon arrival, BOXX will verify the defective part and issue Buyer a replacement part
within twenty-four hours. The twenty-four hour replacement assumes that BOXX and
its suppliers carry the items in inventory and have them available in inventory. If BOXX
determines that the part is not defective, BOXX Technical Support will contact Buyer
with additional instructions. Buyer should note that BOXX provides replacement parts
made by various manufacturers when replacing parts and warranties these parts for
the remainder of the applicable Limited Warranty Term.
GENERAL PROVISIONS
This Limited Warranty Agreement is applicable to all Products, regardless of Buyer’s
location, and may be enforced in any country or region where BOXX or its authorized
service providers offer warranty service for the same Product model number subject to
the terms and conditions set forth in this Limited Warranty Agreement.
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WARRANTY INFORMATION
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY AGREEMENT GIVES BUYER SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS THAT
VARY FROM STATE TO STATE (OR JURISDICTION TO JURISDICTION). BOXX’S
RESPONSIBILITY FOR MALFUNCTIONS AND DEFECTS IN HARDWARE IS LIMITED TO
REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT AS SET FORTH IN THIS AGREEMENT. ALL WARRANTIES FOR
THE PRODUCT ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH
ABOVE AND NO WARRANTIES WILL APPLY AFTER SUCH PERIOD. EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE
PROVIDED HEREIN OR UNDER APPLICABLE LAW, ALL PRODUCTS ARE PROVIDED “AS IS”
AND WITH ALL FAULTS, AND BOXX HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES AND
CONDITIONS, EITHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED, OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED
TO, WARRANTIES OF TITLE AND NON-INFRINGEMENT, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES,
DUTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY, OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE. SOME STATES (OR JURISDICTIONS) DO NOT ALLOW TIME LIMITATIONS
ON WARRANTIES. THUS, THE PRECEDING LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO BUYER.
HOWEVER, THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS SHALL BE ENFORCED, OR REFORMED IF NECESSARY,
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT ALLOWED UNDER APPLICABLE LAW.
BOXX DOES NOT ACCEPT LIABILITY BEYOND THE REMEDIES SET FORTH IN THIS
AGREEMENT OR LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, PUNITIVE, INDIRECT OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY LIABILITY
FOR PRODUCTS NOT BEING AVAILABLE FOR USE, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS,
INTERRUPTION OF COMMUNICATION SERVICE, FOR LOST DATA, LOST SOFTWARE, LOST
PROFITS, OR LOSSES ARISING FROM EVENTS BEYOND BOXX’S CONTROL (SUCH AS
ACTS OF GOD, VIRUSES, PROPERTY DAMAGE BY BUYER OR THIRD-PARTY), OR OTHER
CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE OR SPECIAL DAMAGES, HOWSOEVER CAUSED, WHETHER
FOR BREACH OF WARRANTY, CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), STRICT
LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE. IN
ANY CASE, BOXX’S LIABILITY TO BUYER WILL NOT EXCEED THE PRICE BUYER PAID FOR
PRODUCT.
If any provision contained in this Agreement is for any reason held invalid, illegal
or unenforceable in any respect, such invalidity, illegality or unenforceability will
not affect any other provision of this Agreement. This Agreement will be construed
as if such invalid, illegal or unenforceable provision had never been included,
unless the invalidity of any such provision substantially deprives either party of the
practical benefits intended to be conferred by this Agreement. Notwithstanding the
foregoing, any provision of this Agreement held invalid, illegal or unenforceable only
in part or degree will remain in full force and effect to the extent not held invalid or
unenforceable, and the determination that any provision of this Agreement is invalid,
illegal or unenforceable as applied to particular circumstances will not affect the
application of such provision to circumstances other than those as to which it is held
invalid, illegal or unenforceable.
Neither BOXX nor its affiliates assume any responsibility for inaccuracies, errors, or
omissions that may be contained herein. Neither BOXX nor its affiliates will be held
liable for direct, indirect, special, punitive, incidental, or consequential damages
resulting from document defects or information omission within this document,
even if advised of the possibility of such damages. BOXX reserves the right to make
improvements or changes to this document and the Products and services described
at any time without notice or obligation.
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WARRANTY INFORMATION
Listed next is a summary of our services. Please distribute this information within your
organization to those who need and require warranty services information for your
computer hardware.
The following details the procedure to follow when you have a service need. If at any
time you would like to upgrade your existing plans please feel free to contact us by
calling toll free: 1-877-877-BOXX (2699) (press 4) or e-mailing us at sales@boxx.com.
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WARRANTY INFORMATION
Note: To insure immediate response for 24x7 service requests, call BOXX
Technologies at 512.835.0400 (press 4) Support requests sent via e-mail or
submitted on-line may only be monitored during normal business hours. The
BOXX Technologies’ Help Desk is staffed live 24/5 Monday through Friday.
Calls taking place ‘after hours’ will be answered by an answering service and
will prompt you to leave a message under “support.” One of our after hours
help desk technicians will telephone you back within one hour of your call to
begin diagnosis.
For all Service warranty calls, please be prepared to provide the site name,
address, telephone number, the site contact name, the model and serial
number(s) of the affected equipment and a brief description of the problem.
It is very important that you have the system serial number so our Help Desk
can immediately look up your information in our database for quicker and
more effective diagnosis of your problem. On-sites can not be scheduled
without the serial number of the impacted system.
A service call will be logged into our service call system, and a technical
service representative will call the site contact within one hour.
Your warranty purchase requires that the technician is provided contact information
and can access the faulty hardware.
Your designated contact will be informed regularly of the progress of open service
calls.
The BOXX Technologies Help Desk is available 24x7 for assistance in diagnosis of
problems with systems that have valid 24x7 onsite service contracts. This does not
include support for products that do not include valid 24x7 contracts, or assistance
with system administration or software setup / configuration. The Help Desk is
available for after-hours assistance in hardware troubleshooting and break / fix
resolution only.
24x7 Help Desk does not include assistance with data backup / recovery, RAID
configuration, LVM setup or administration, or OS installation.
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WARRANTY INFORMATION
24X7 SERVICES: 24/7 HELP DESK WITH NEXT BUSINESS DAY (NBD) RESPONSE:
Technical help desk support available around the clock, 24 hours /7 days/ week.
If call takes place after standard services hours (8PM Friday Evening to 8AM
Monday Morning Eastern Time), the call is answered via an automated attendant
which electronically notifies one of our 24X7 technical support staff. The call will be
returned within one hour (typically 15 minutes).
Due to parts logistics capabilities, the diagnosis must be complete (parts needed
identified) by 3pm CST for next business day on-site to take place. If the diagnosis
is not complete by 3pm CST, next business day becomes the following business day.
Spare / replacement parts must have arrived on-site before BOXX Technologies will
dispatch the already acquired and prepared technician.
BOXX Technologies will respond to the end-user location as soon as possible and
no later than the next business day.
WARRANTY COVERAGE AND LIMITATIONS
THE BOXX TECHNOLOGIES WARRANTY SERVICE PLAN PURCHASED BY YOU DETERMINE THE SERVICES PROVIDED
AND THE PERIOD OF WARRANTY COVERAGE. THE WARRANTY SERVICE PLAN PROVIDES FOR THE REPLACEMENT
OF SERVER/WORKSTATION COMPONENTS THAT FAIL DUE TO MANUFACTURING DEFECTS IN MATERIALS
AND WORKMANSHIP. EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY COVERAGE ARE ACTS OF NATURE, SUCH AS ELECTRICAL
STORMS, FLOODS, FIRE, ETC., ACTS OF WAR AND TERRORISM, CRIMINAL ACTS, AND CUSTOMER DAMAGE
AND NEGLIGENCE. UPON RECEIPT OF A SERVICE REQUEST FROM YOU, BOXX TECHNOLOGIES’ HELP DESK WILL
CONTACT YOU PROMPTLY TO BEGIN DIAGNOSIS AND ARRANGE A TIME FOR THE DELIVERY OF SERVICE. AFTER
DIAGNOSIS HAS BEEN PERFORMED, THE HELP DESK WILL THEN COORDINATE THE DISPATCH OF SERVICE PARTS
AND FIELD ENGINEERS TO YOUR SITE WITHIN THE TERMS OF YOUR WARRANTY SERVICE PLAN. UNDER THE
TERMS OF THE SERVICE PLAN, YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR PROVIDING OUR FIELD SERVICE ENGINEERS WITH
ACCESS TO YOUR SERVER/WORKSTATION IN A SAFE ENVIRONMENT. IF SPARE PARTS HAVE BEEN SHIPPED TO
YOU, SHIPPING LABELS WILL HAVE BEEN INCLUDED FOR THE RETURN OF UNUSED AND DEFECTIVE PARTS AFTER
SERVICE IS COMPLETE. YOU AGREE TO PROPERLY PACKAGE PARTS FOR RETURN AND DELIVER THE PACKAGE(S)
TO THE SELECTED COURIER FOR RETURN TO THE APPROPRIATE ADDRESS ON THE RETURN SHIPPING LABEL.
PLEASE CONTACT BOXX TECHNOLOGIES AT 512-835-0400 (PRESS 4) IMMEDIATELY FOR ASSISTANCE WITH PARTS
RETURN ISSUES.
©1998-2020 BOXX® TECHNOLOGIES. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. BOXX®, APEXX®, GOBOXX, RENDERPRO, AND
RENDERBOXX® ARE REGISTERED TRADEMARKS OF BOXX TECHNOLOGIES, REGISTERED IN THE U.S. PATENT AND
TRADEMARK OFFICE.
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