# 2. Physical installation and setup

### 2.1 Unbox the machine

Your NOVA will arrive in a box on a pallet. Before installing NOVA, make sure you have another person available to help lift the equipment.

1. Open the box and lift NOVA out by the base. Do not lift it using the bridge or gantry system. Doing so will damage the machine’s calibration.
2. Place NOVA indoors, in a dry, well ventilated location, and on a flat, level surface. Be sure to position NOVA so the power and communication ports are clear and easily accessible.
3. Make sure to keep all packaging in case the product must be transported in the future.

### 2.2 Prepare to connect

You must have a computer with an Ethernet port to set up NOVA. If your computer does not have an Ethernet port, use an Ethernet-to-USB adapter.

1. Plug in the provided Wi-Fi dongle into one of NOVA’s USB ports.
2. Connect the provided Ethernet cable between NOVA’s Ethernet port and your computer.
3. Plug in the power cable to NOVA.
4. Push the power button to turn on NOVA. NOVA’s LED lights should turn on and cycle white.


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