To obtain the controller firmware version:

Right-click the Controller icon in the Physical View pane of the Subsystem Management window and select Properties. The Controller Enclosure properties window opens and displays the properties for that controller.

You must perform this step for each individual controller.

To obtain the drive firmware (and ATA translator card firmware) version: Right-click the Drive icon in the Physical View pane of the Subsystem Management window and select Properties. The Drive Properties window opens and displays the properties for that drive.

You must perform this step for each individual drive.

To obtain the ESM and drive enclosure component firmware versions:

1.In the Physical View pane of the Subsystem Management window, click the Drive Enclosure Component icon, which is the icon furthest to the right. The Drive Enclosure Component Information window opens.

2.Click the ESM icon in the left pane. The ESM information displays in the right pane of the Drive Enclosure Component Information window.

3.Locate the firmware version of each ESM in the drive enclosure.

Specifications

This section provides site specifications for the DS4700 Express Storage Subsystem. Before installing, you must either verify that your planned installation site meets these requirements, or prepare the site so that it does meet these requirements. Preparations might involve meeting area requirements, environmental requirements, and electrical requirements for DS4700 Express Storage Subsystem installation, service, and operation.

Area requirements

The floor space at the installation site must provide enough strength to support the weight of the storage subsystem and associated equipment; sufficient space to install, operate, and service the storage subsystem; and sufficient ventilation to provide a free flow of air to the unit.

Dimensions

Figure 14 on page 23 shows the dimensions of the DS4700 Express, which conforms to the 19-inch rack standard.

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