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IBM TotalStorage |
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DS4500 Storage |
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Subsystem Fibre |
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Channel Cabling | |
Guide |
Attention
This document contains important changes to the required cabling scheme for connecting storage expansion enclosures to the IBM® TotalStorage® DS4500 Storage Subsystem.
The fibre channel cabling instructions in
Additionally, if you are connecting DS4000 EXP700 or EXP710 storage expansion enclosures to a DS4500, follow the instructions provided in the this document and not the instructions on
This document contains information on the following topics:
v“Using IBM SFP modules and IBM fibre channel cables”
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Using IBM SFP modules and IBM fibre channel cables
The Small
Attention: Remove SFP modules from any unused mini hub ports (both
To avoid damage to your
vDo not route the cable along a folding
vFor devices on slide rails, leave enough slack in the cable so that it does not bend to a radius less than 38 mm (1.5 in.) when extended or become pinched when retracted.
vRoute the cable away from places where it can be damaged by other devices in the rack cabinet.
vDo not use plastic cable ties in place of the provided cable straps.
vDo not overtighten the cable straps or bend the cables to a diameter of less than 76 mm (3 in.), or a radius less than 38 mm (1.5 in.).
vDo not put excess weight on the cable at the connection point. Be sure that the cable is well supported.