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1. Diagram of the Home Network This diagram shows how various systems and devices are connected to the Home Network Connection Center The model you purchased may include some or all of these connections Telephone Service Providers Digital Antenna Data Links Cable TV Providers Satellite Security Camera s Al Home Network Connection Center Television s Telephone Network Home Office Fax ww VCR Modem a Business Je Phones IR Device Home Network Connection Center System Overview The Home Network Connection Center consists of four main network components e Home Network Connection Center e Cables and wires e Network connections called Tap Points e Network accessories such as video cameras May be provided by your Home Systems Integrator Network Connection Center The Home Network Connection Center Connection Center links the network together All incoming signals generated from external sources e g Cable TV or Satellite enter the Connection Center and are distributed throughout the network All outgoing signals generated from internal sources e g CCTV or Telephone are routed to the Connection Center and are either distributed throughout the system or sent out of the home The Connection Center houses any one of four different Video Distribution Amplifier Modules 8 TAP 8 TAP Dual Cable 16 TAP and 16 TAP DBS Satellite and a power supply The function of the Video2. Distribution Amplifier is to distribute signals across the network via coaxial cables connected to it In addition to the Video Distribution Amplifier there are other modules available for the Connection Center These modules will be described in the section labeled System Modules on page 9 Cables and Wires To ensure consistent and reliable data transmission only the highest quality cables and wires are used with the Connection Center There are two types of cables that are used in the Connection Center e Series 6 Coaxial Cables RG 6 e Category 5 Twisted Pair Wires Cat 5 The Connection Center uses these cables and wires to distribute signals throughout your home The RG 6 cables distribute RF modulated television and high frequency satellite signals throughout the system The Cat 5 wires distribute telephone and data signals throughout the system for your residential and home office telephones fax machines modems and other devices 4 Home Network Connection Center System Overview Options described in this document may not be available in all models of the Home Network Connection Center For more information about options please contact your IBM Authorized Home Systems Integrator Tap Points Tap points taps are wall mounted connections in various places throughout your home These taps are connected to the Home Network Connection Center by RG 6 cables and Cat 5 wires Network Accessories Some models may
3. It provides the signal input for the A TV cable B CABLE B This coaxial connector is only on the 8 TAP Dual Cable model and is for use in areas that have dual cable access It provides the signal input for the B TV cable CAMERA PORT This connector is on all video distribution amplifier models This connector receives signals from the Connection Center Camera Module and distributes the signals to all external coaxial ports on the network SURGE This indicator is on all video distribution amplifier models An illuminated red LED indicates that there has been an abnormal electrical surge on your cable or antenna system This feature is designed to protect your computer and entertainment equipment from extensive damage If the LED is lit contact your Home Systems Integrator to arrange service EXTERNAL PORTS These connections distribute amplified output from the video network The cables connected to them provide the signals to TV ports throughout your home A CABLE A EXTERNAL PORTS These coaxial connectors are only on the 8 TAP Dual Cable model and are for areas that have dual cable access They distribute amplified A cable signals to TV ports throughout your home B CABLE B EXTERNAL PORTS These coaxial connectors are only on the 8 TAP Dual Cable model and are for areas that have dual cable access They distribute amplified B cable signals to TV ports throughout your home DBS1 IN DBS2 IN These connectio
4. port is capable of accessing up to 2 of the 4 possible lines in various Home Network Connection Center 9 Phone line configurations can be rearranged and personalized according to your needs 70 reassign an individual line or combination of lines at a specific tap point location contact your IBM Authorized Home Systems Integrator A Caution If your Home Network Connection Center has a Residential Telcom Module do not touch telephone cords when there is lightning in the area 10 combinations as indicated on the module face A high speed data line may also be connected to this module IMPORTANT NOTE Depending upon the brand of phones you purchase or own as well as the telephone service available in your local area there is a limit to the number of phones that may be connected at any one time on any one line The determination of the number of phones which may ring is dependent upon the R E N or Ring Equivalency Number All phones have R E N s usually identified on a plate or embossed on the bottom of the phone To determine your total R E N in your household find the R E N for each phone connected to the same telephone line Add the numbers together and this figure will be your R E N A total per line R E N of 5 is typically available through telephone companies for all residential service Often a total R E N greater than 5 can be obtained without any noticeable service disruption However if you experienc
5. red to the base band video input connections on a modulator 2 Connectthe output port of the modulator to the internal port tap point in that room The signal will be sent back through the Home Network Connection Center You can view the signal on any TV by selecting the channel you set on the modulator l COMPUTER ul PHONE EXTERNAL f Multitap Network Tap Points Network Accessories The 16 TAP DBS Satellite Video Distribution Amplifier allows simultaneous local TV and optional satellite reception at any TV port using a splitter or diplexer available through your Home Systems Integrator Video Camera If your Home Network Connection Center is installed with a camera module you can have up to four CCTV cameras mounted at designated areas e g front door nursery play area etc These cameras provide high resolution black and white video with audio to any TV connected to aHome Network Connection Center TV port Once installed the cameras are always active To monitor a designated area turn on any television connected to a IV port and view the channel assigned for the desired camera Camera channels are preset by your Home Systems Integrator Your Home Systems Integrator should provide you with all camera channel designations Satellite Dish If your Home Network Connection Center is installed with a Digital Broadcast Satellite DBS dish a satellite decoder box is required for each te
6. this port or by converting a residential line by unplugging the Cat 5 cable that is labeled for the telephone data tap point you ve chosen to convert to a high speed line and connecting it to the Cat 5 OUT jack on the Residential Telcom Module For example if you wanted to use a tap port in line 2 Third Bank for an ISDN line you would after having that tap converted to ISDN plug that cable into the Cat 5 OUT port Cat 5 DATA IN The Residential Telecom Module supports a separate incoming Cat 5 high speed digital data line such as ISDN or ADSL All Home Network Connection Centers are wired for a data line to be plugged into this port Camera Module This option is available only on Connection Centers that have video distribution amplifiers installed Either 8 or 16 TAP The Camera Module displays the Connection Center video monitoring camera s mounted throughout your home or surroundings The module can support up to four cameras and has the following features Home Network Connection Center 11 Your IBM Authorized Home Systems Integrator may assist in setting up computers for network operation for an additional fee Otherwise refer to your computer operating system and your network card manual to configure your computers for network operation 12 INPUT PORTS Each port receives a modulated signal from an individual camera LED SIGNAL INDICATOR This indicator allows you to quickly check camera status A g
7. ull Home Network Connection Center Owners Manual First Edition January 1999 The following paragraph does not apply to any state or country where such provisions are inconsistent with local law INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION PROVIDES THIS PUBLICATION AS IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE References to IBM products programs or services do not imply that IBM intends to make them available outside the United States This publication could contain technical inaccuracies or typographical errors Changes are periodically made to the information herein these changes will be made in later editions IBM may make improvements and or changes in the product s and or program s at any time Address comments about this publication to Product Support Manager IBM Home Director IBM Corporation 3039 Cornwallis Rd Dept XJOA Research Triangle Park NC 27709 2195 USA Information you supply may be used by IBM without obligation For copies of publications related to this product call toll free 1 800 IBM 7282 in the Continental U S A In Canada call toll free 1 800 465 7999 Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 1999 All rights reserved Note to U S Government Users Documentation related to restricted rights Use duplication or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in GSA A
8. DP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp Notices Notices References in this publication to IBM products or services do not imply that IBM intends to make these available in all countries in which IBM operates Any reference to an IBM product program or service is not intended to state or imply that only IBM s product program or service may be used Any functionally equivalent product program or service that does not infringe any of IBM s intellectual property rights may be used instead of the IBM product program or service Evaluation and verification of operation in conjunction with other products except those expressly designated by IBM are the user s responsibility IBM may have patents or pending patent applications covering subject matter in this document The furnishing of this document does not give you any license to these patents You can send license inquiries in writing to the IBM Director of Licensing IBM Corporation 500 Columbus Avenue Thornwood NY 10594 General Information Intended Use The IBM Home Network Connection Center is intended for use in standard residential construction Supported system functions are listed in the IBM Official Published Specification for Home Director Important Notice Your IBM Authorized Home Systems Integrator has installed this unit to meet FCC requirements Modifying this unit beyond the original configuration can result in damage to your unit If you have any question
9. Module e Camera Module e Power Distribution Module e DC Power Patch Cords 3 e Network Connection Center Key e Publications Warranty Registration Card Home Network Connection Center 2000 Package e Residential Teleom Module e Video Distribution Amplifier e Power DC Power Cord e Network Connection Center Key e Publications Warranty Registration Card Home Network Connection Center xiii xiv Home Network Connection Center vii vii vii vili ao pop A oo DD 0 Table of Contents Notices General Information Safety Information Trademarks Conventions used in this book Highlighting Home Network Connection Center Home Network Connection Center 3000 Package Home Network Connection Center 2000 Package Introduction Terms used in this manual Diagram of the Home Network Home Network Connection Center System Overview Network Connection Center Cables and Wires Tap Points Network Accessories Home Network Connection Center Video Distribution Modules System Modules Network Tap Points Network Accessories Video Camera Satellite Dish Glossary of Terms XV xvi ull Features and Descriptions Introduction Terms used in this manual This manual provides you with basic information about the features of the Home Network Connection Center For your convenience there is a Glossary of Terms on page 19 Please refer to this section for questions concerning terms used in this document
10. cation throughout your home For information about upgrading your system to allow satellite distribution to all locations and simultaneous viewing of different satellite channels at multiple locations contact your IBM Authorized Home Systems Integrator POWER CONNECTION 15 volt DC power is supplied to the amplifier by the Power Distribution Module or from the junction box in the bottom of the Home Network Connection Center and is connected to this port POWER LED Indicates that power is being supplied to the module INTERNAL PORTS These connections allow modulated signals into the video network The cables connected to them distribute signals throughout your home Any signals transmitted to these connections will be available at every external port unless those ports are dedicated for satellite signals System Modules The Home Network Connection Center houses various modules have specific functions and are described in this section Computer Canara Network Module Module Power Residential Distribution Telcom Module Module Additional Module Plates Video Distribution Amplifier Residential Telcom Module The Residential Telcom Module distributes all residential phone and data lines to various Telcom telephone connections throughout your home This module distributes up to four incoming residential lines that can be distributed to as many as twenty four different locations throughout your home In addition each Telcom
11. ces that communicate with one another through Cat 5 cabling and a shared protocol A specialized printed circuit board on the Home Network Connection Center that can connect up to 4 computers Direct Broadcast Satellite A satellite system used in transmitting TV signals received by Home Satellite Dishes A device used to split combined incoming video signals according to frequency It enables more than one video signal to be sent to a TV by assigning a signal to a specific channel For example high frequency satellite signals may be assigned to one channel and lower frequency TV signals may be assigned to another channel A specific type of Local Area Network LAN protocol Ethernet is a widely implemented LAN protocol Integrated Services Digital Network A high speed telephone line for transferring large amounts of data at high speeds 64 000 bits per second A data communciations network spanning a limited geographical area typically within a building A LAN enables you to share disks files printers and other devices under a form of standard control Light Emitting Diode Small lights usually Red Green or Yellow that indicate electrical activity LED indicators are on many of the modules in the Home Connection Center Low Noise Block A specialized printed circuit board used for a specific purpose A device used to assign video signals to specific channels When a phone is in use or off the hook When a phone
12. d in If cords are not secure Modules may not receive power A Warning Do not plug devices into this unit which are not expressly approved for the Home Network Connection Center Doing so may cause damage to the unit 2 NETWORK PORTS Each module can support up to four separate home computers Each assigned port will connect to a separate computer tap 3 POWER LED Indicates that power is being supplied to the module 4 POWER INPUT 15 volt DC power is connected to this port 5 CASCADE PORT This port is located on the back of the Computer Networking Module and can be connected to a second Computer Networking Module With this option you can expand your computer network to a maximum of eight computers This option is available through your Home Systems Integrator Power Distribution Module The Power Distribution Module uses patch cords to distribute 15VDC power to modules that require it e g Computer Networking module Camera Module or a video distribution amplifier The module has the following features a TITTI 2 De awe porn rc cur 11 TDG ae 2 POWER PETEBLITION MOLLE THEY de POWER connections These connections labeled A through F connect to modules requiring power Any module can be connected to any unused port POWER LED Indicates that power is available at the amplifier The unit is protected by an automatically resetting fuse This fuse protects your Home Network Connection Ce
13. e a problem with your phone service reduce the total R E N per line to 5 or less Line banks or columns on the module are labeled Standard single line telephones have only a primary line available Two line phones will have both a primary and secondary line available from banks1 and 2 This section contains a description of the lines available at each port on the module 8 7 6 Pasta riad L AGE LE GUT ACTH Braz kann a Wen 141 ee RST AND SECOND BANKS These banks are designed for both two and one line hone connections For two line phones lines 1 and 4 are combined in these two anks using Line 1 as the primary line and Line 4 as the secondary line Up to twelve fferent taps can be connected to these banks to access both lines 1 and 4 Single line hones can also be connected to these banks but will only access line 1 71270 n HIRD BANK Line 2 is available in this bank Only line 2 will be available at any tap port connected to a jack in this bank Up to six different taps phones may be connected to this bank to access line 2 FOURTH BANK Line 3 is available in this bank Only line 3 will be available at any tap port connected to a jack in this bank Up to six different taps phones may be connected to this bank to access line 3 Home Network Connection Center If you choose to convert a telephone data tap to an ISDN or ADSL line that tap will no longer have access to any residential phone
14. include network accessories such as satellite dishes or cameras for the Television or CCTV Options Refer to Network Accessories on page 15 for more information Home Network Connection Center System Overview Home Network Connection Center Your Home Network Connection Center is pre installed by an IBM Authorized Home Systems Integrator with a specific installation configuration If you require changes to the configuration or if you experience problems with your system please contact your Home Systems Integrator This figure shows the Home Network Connection Center with a 16 TAP Video Distribution Amplifier and optional modules installed Video Distribution Modules Depending upon the options you have selected the Home Network Connection Center houses one of four video distribution amplifier models The characteristics of each model and the function of each cable connection is described in Module Feature Descriptions on page 8 Home Network Connection Center Features and Descriptions 8 TAP Video Distribution Amplifier 8 TAP Dual Cable Video Distribution Amplifier 2 1A 1B 3 Home Network Connection Center 16 TAP DBS Satellite Video Distribution Amplifier 1 2 3 Module Feature Descriptions CATV ANT Receives signals from your cable TV service provider or from an antenna A CABLE A This coaxial connector is only on the 8 TAP Dual Cable model and is for use in areas that have dual cable access
15. is not being used A specialized printed circuit board mounted in the Home Network Connection Center that distributes 15VDC power to modules that require it A specialized multi port circuit board mounted in the Home Network Connection Center that distributes all residential phone and data lines to various Telcom telephone connections throughout your home Term R E N Surge Tap Video Distribution Amplifier Description Ring Equivalency Number is the number of phones that can be connected at any one time and is usually found on the bottom plate of the phone The R E N varies according to the make and model of phone as well as the phone service available An unusual increase in the current transmitted along an electrical line which may happen during thunderstorms or other abnormal electrical events A specialized wall mounted outlet e g phone computer or video An 8 TAP or 16 TAP amplifier mounted in the Home Network Connection Center that receives amplifies and transmits signals across the Home Network 21
16. levision where you want satellite reception Decoder boxes may be available from your Home Systems Integrator or most electronic supply stores At the time of installation your satellite dish should be connected directly to the video distribution amplifier in the Home Network Connection Center Depending on the model installed the video distribution amplifier can receive and distribute DBS video audio and satellite Internet services to either selected or all TV ports Network Accessories 15 16 Network Accessories thy Glossary 18 Glossary of Terms Term 10Base T 10Base T Cable Connectors 10Base T Network Adapter Card ADSL Line Camera Module Cascade Port Category 5 Wire CCTV Coaxial Cable Collision Description The Ethernet standard for Local Area Networks LANs The 10Base T standard also called twisted pair Ethernet uses twisted pair cables with maximum lengths of 100 meters The system operates at 10 Mbps and uses baseband transmission methods Specialized connectors 8 pin RJ 45 that are at the ends of a Cat 5 wire A specialized printed circuit board that plugs into a computer It enables a computer to communicate with other computers or devices on a Local Area Network LAN Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line A high speed telephone line for Internet intranet and remote LAN access Available in some areas A specialized printed circuit board mounted in the Home Netw
17. line A Warning Do not terminate or cap unused camera input connections Doing so may cause damage to the module LED INDICATOR This module is equipped with LED indicators for diagnostic purposes A bright green light at the top of a bank indicates an active line or a line connected by your phone company On hook lines display a bright green light A dim green light indicates an off hook line A flashing green light indicates a ringing line No light indicates an inactive or an unused line To identify a line assignment call one of the residential numbers assigned by your phone company Then watch the LED display for the flashing green light RJ 31X JACK This port can be used by a home security system monitoring company to make an emergency call using your primary phone line Either a security panel or a shorting plug must be connected here in order to maintain a dial tone on your primary line number 1 A shorting plug is included when the module is installed LINE IN 1 4 The incoming lines from your local phone company are color coded blue line 1 orange line 2 green line 3 and brown line 4 and are carried from your service entrance through a single incoming larger blue Category 5 UTP wire connected to this jack Cat 5 OUT Data Out high speed digital data service can be made available at any voice data tap point within your home either by having a dedicated tap port installed and plugged into
18. marks of others Microsoft Windows and the Windows 95 logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation Notices viii Conventions used in this book Highlighting There are several ways that text is highlighted in this book Each highlighting convention has a specific purpose Highlight Bold Example Italic r Quotes Underline Purpose Bold font is used to identify terms on the screen which you should click or double click Bold font is also used in headings table titles and numbered lists Example font is used to show text that you need to type from your keyboard Italic font is used to show proper names of programs or books Italic font is also used in table footnotes and sidenotes Quotation marks are used to identify window screen and heading names Underline font is used to call special emphasis to a particular word or instruction Conventions used in this book Conventions used in this book ull Model Information xii Home Network Connection Center The following are lists of parts and features for the Home Network Connection Center In some cases model features and descriptions may change without notice or obligation by IBM For further information on option availability call your IBM Authorized Home Systems Integrator Home Network Connection Center 3000 Package e Residential Telcom Module e Video Distribution Amplifier e Computer Networking
19. ns receive input from a satellite dish Use one for a single LNB dish and both for a dual LNB dish DBS1 OUT DBS2 OUT These connections are on all models except the 16 TAP DBS Video Distribution Amplifier that has a special satellite signal distribution feature These connections supply the output signal from the satellite dish to one or two specified Home Network Connection Center Some models may be installed with different module versions Check with your Home Systems Integrator for details locations within the home For example if you have a satellite signal input at one of the IN connections 5 you may connect that cable to any one of the video cables that go out to various locations in your home Therefore when you connect a TV to the corresponding OUT terminal that TV will be dedicated specifically for satellite signal reception Other signals sent to the CATV ANT port 1 or the INTERNAL connections 9 will dedicate all other locations in the home specifically for those signals Connecting cables in this fashion will enable you to have televisions dedicated for either satellite reception or for the otehr signals cable TV or antenna and INTERNAL signals if provided To have both satellite and antenna cable TV reception on your televisions you must have a 16 TAP DBS Satellite Video Distribution Amplifier This amplifier has a premium audio and visual amplifier feature that allows satellite signals to be distributed to every lo
20. nter against power trouble If the red OVERCURRENT light turns on disconnect all modules and then reconnect them one at a time The red LED will reappear when you have located the problem module When you have identified the problem module contact your IBM Authorized Home Systems Integrator for assistance Home Network Connection Center 13 Network Tap Points Modulators receive input from the specific device video camera etc and put the signals back onto the network on a specific channel Modulators and necessary cables are not supplied but are sold separately by your IBM Authorized Home Systems Integrator To order call your IBM Authorized Home Systems Integrator Taps shown in this manual may differ from the taps installed in your home All unused external taps should be terminated with a terminator of appropriate resistance For more information contact your Home Systems Integrator 14 Tap points taps are wall mounted connections in various places throughout your home These taps are connected to the Home Network Connection Center by twisted pair wires Cat 5 or coaxial cables RG 6 These tap points may have a variety of ports that allow you to connect various devices such as telephones fax machines computers TV s or video cameras to your Home Network Connection Center For example an RJ 11 tap point for a telephone fax machine or computer modem provides a connection that can carr
21. ork Connection Center that controls video monitoring cameras A specialized port located on the back of the Computer Networking Module that allows connection of another Computer Networking Module that can expand network capacity to a maximum of 8 computers Wires that transmit information in a computer network or telephone system Cable is twisted pair and each end of the wire has an 8 pin RJ 45 connector One end plugs into a computer network card or telephone and the other end plugs into computer or telephone tap mounted in a wall Also called Cat 5 wire Closed Circuit Television Electrical cables designed to transmit RF modulated television and high frequency satellite signals throughout the system Also called RG 6 cable The result of two workstations trying to use a shared Cat 5 cable simultaneously The signals bump into each other distrupting both signals This disruption is represented by a red light at the Computer Networking Module If a collision occurs the signals are automatically transmitted again The entire process takes a less than a second and then the collision light will turn green 19 20 Term Computer Network Computer Network Module DBS Diplexer Ethernet ISDN Local Area Network LAN LED LNB Module Modulator Off hook On hook Power Distribution Module Residential Telcom Module Description A number of computers printers scanners and other computer devi
22. reen LED light indicates an active and trouble free camera An unlit LED light indicates either that there is no camera assigned to that port or that the camera is inactive OUTPUT PORT This port sends camera signals to the video distribution amplifier module for distribution throughout your home Camera signals can be received at all external TV connections on the network POWER INPUT 15 volt DC power is connected to this port POWER LED Indicates that power is being supplied to the module Computer Networking Module The Computer Networking Module connects up to four computer taps located throughout your home to a network To utilize the computer networking module each computer to be connected to your home network will require networking software refer to your operating system manual for configuring your computers for network use as well as 10BASE T network adapter cards available either from your Home Systems Integrator or at computer supply stores The module has the following features 1 INDEPENDENT LINK AND COLLISION INDICATORS These green and red indicators allow you to monitor the network Green lights indicate an active and trouble free connection Red lights indicate a collision meaning that the network is busy e g copying a large file across the network As soon as network resources are available the light will turn green Home Network Connection Center Make sure the patch cords are securely plugge
23. s concerning your system contact your IBM Authorized Home Systems Integrator This product has been thoroughly tested and found to comply with the requirements listed in FCC Regulations Part 15 for class B devices Compliance with these requirements provides a reasonable level of assurance that your use of this unit in a residential environment will not result in harmful interference with other electronic devices Option Availability Options described in this document may not be available in all models of the Home Network Connection Center For more information about options please contact your IBM Authorized Home Systems Integrator Safety Information Your Home Network Connection Center is installed by an IBM Authorized Home Systems Integrator with a specific configuration If you require changes to the configuration or if you experience problems with your system please contact your IBM Authorized Home Systems Integrator To avoid possible hazards due to fire or electrical shock only an IBM Authorized Home Systems Integrator should install or repair the unit If you have any questions concerning option installation configuration or repair contact your Home Systems Integrator Notices vii Trademarks The following terms are trademarks or registered trademarks of the IBM Corporation in the United States or other countries or both e IBM e Home Director Other company product and service names may be trademarks or service
24. y an internally generated telephone call to either an external or internal source An RJ 45 tap point provides a connection that enables one computer to communicate to other computers that are on your home computer network For more information about setting up a computer network Computer Networking Module on page 12 An RG 6 tap point provides a connection that carries externally generated signals to your television set or VCR from the Home Network Connection Center By connecting your TV to this tap point you may be able to view externally generated TV satellite cable TV or antenna signals depending on the model of video distribution amplifier you purchased Some types of RG 6 tap points enable you to distribute signals internally Certain tap points can be used to send signals such as VCR Laser Disc or video camera back to the Home Network Connection Center to be distributed to other tap points in your home For example from the TV in the master bedroom you can watch the VCR located in your family room NOTE Video signals sent through an internal port must be assigned to a specific channel through a modulator Here are general guidelines for using an internal port For specific instructions refer to the instructions that came with your modulator 1 Connect the base band video connections on your VCR video camera or Laser Disc these connections will be identified as video out and will typically be color coded yellow white and
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