Lynx Studio E44 - Manual (Page 6)

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2 Before you begin
We recommend that you read through the entire manual to acquire an overview of the
installation procedure and use of the E22/E44.
It is highly recommended that you have a good working knowledge of Windows and/or
Macintosh operating system basics and an understanding of computer hardware basics. This
information is widely available on the web and from various computer hardware and
software manufacturers.
We also strongly recommend you familiarize yourself with the basics of digital audio and
computer recording, and particularly with the basic functionality of your chosen audio
software. A solid grasp of the operational fundamentals of your Digital Audio Workstation
software and its user interface will go a long way toward enhancing your experience with the
E22/E44.
2.1 In the box
The following items are included in your E22/E44 carton:
¾ E22/E44 card in an antistatic bag
¾ Quick Start Guide
If any items are missing or damaged, please contact your dealer or Lynx at
www.lynxstudio.com.
Please note that the cables are sold separately.
2.2 Operational requirements
To use the E22/E44 you must have a computer with an available PCI Express slot. It can be
any size from x1 through x16. An alternative is an expansion chassis that accepts PCIe cards,
and connects to the computer via Thunderbolt or some other method. If considering this
route, check with Lynx Technical Support for recommendations of chassis that have been
verified with Lynx cards.
It also is important to note that most professional audio applications place significant
demands on your computer’s resources, and it is therefore recommended that you meet or
exceed the recommended system requirements for your Digital Audio Workstation software,
which will likely be greater than those listed for the E22/E44. Please refer to your audio
software’s documentation for more information. Also, installing multiple cards will place
greater demands on the host computer than the minimum requirements.