Introduction
2-1
Chapter 2
Hardware Installation
2.1 Introduction
This chapter gives detailed instructions on how to install hard disk drives
and drive trays into the subsystem. Installation into a rack or cabinet should
occur before hard drive installation. Please confirm that you received all of
the components listed on a printed copy of
Unpacking List
included in the
shipping package before proceeding with the installation process.
CAUTION!
Carefully follow the installation instructions described in this manual to
prevent any difficulties and damages to your system.
2.2 Installation
Prerequisites
1.
Static-free installation environment:
The RAID subsystems must be
installed in a static-free environment to minimize the possibility of
electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage. (See
Section 2.3
)
2.
Component check:
Before installing the RAID subsystem, check to see
that you have received all the required components. (See
Section 2.5
) If
any items appear damaged or are missing, contact your vendor for a
replacement.
3.
Hard drives:
Up to sixteen (16) SATA-II or SATA-I hard drives
have been preinstalled into drive trays and are ready to be
installed in the Galaxy RAID subsystem. (See
Section
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4.
Cabling:
All the fiber optical cables that connect the subsystem to the
hosts should be purchased separately. We recommend using certified
fiber optical cables from Rorke to avoid compatibility problems. Please