Chapter 2. Installing the FAStT EXP700
This chapter provides the information needed for preparing the FAStT EXP700 for
installation into a rack cabinet. This chapter also contains information about cabling,
setting interface options, and installing optional cables.
Preparing for installation
Complete the following steps to prepare the FAStT EXP700 for installation into a
rack cabinet.
1. Prepare the site to meet all area, environmental, power, and site requirements.
For more information, see “IBM FAStT EXP700 operating specifications” on
page 8.
2. Move the FAStT EXP700 and its rack cabinet to the site.
Statement 4:
≥
18 kg (39.7 lb)
≥
32 kg (70.5 lb)
≥
55 kg (121.2 lb)
CAUTION:
Use safe practices when lifting.
3. Remove the FAStT EXP700 from its shipping container and check the contents
(see “Inventory checklist” on page 1). If any items are missing, contact your IBM
reseller before proceeding.
4. Assemble the tools and equipment you will need for installation. These might
include:
v
Power cords (comes with the FAStT EXP700)
v
Number 2 Phillips and medium flat-blade screwdrivers
v
Antistatic protection (such as a grounding wrist strap)
v
Fibre Channel (FC) and Ethernet interface cables and cable straps
v
Rack-mounting hardware (comes with the FAStT EXP700)
v
IBM FAStT Storage Manager software to configure the storage subsystems
(comes with the IBM FAStT700 Fibre Channel Storage Server)
5. Continue with “Handling static-sensitive devices”.
Handling static-sensitive devices
Attention:
Static electricity can damage electronic devices and your system. To
avoid damage, keep static-sensitive devices in their static-protective packages until
you are ready to install them.
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