Preparing for installation
Before installing the DS4700 Express Storage Subsystem, create a detailed plan of how this unit will be used in your storage configuration. The plan should include determining RAID levels, fallover requirements, operating systems to be used, and total storage capacity requirements.
Complete the following steps to prepare the DS4700 Express Storage Subsystem for installation into a rack cabinet:
1.Prepare the site to meet all area, environmental, power, and site requirements. For more information, see “Specifications” on page 22.
2.Move the shipping box that contains the DS4700 Express 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 mounting rails, mounting hardware, and line jumper cords from the DS4700 Express shipping box. Do not remove the DS4700 Express from the shipping box at this time.
Attention: The mounting rails, mounting hardware, and line jumper cords may be packed beneath the DS4700 Express in the shipping box. To remove these items from the shipping box without first removing the DS4700 Express, open the two long sides of the shipping box. Then open and fold flat the two short sides of the shipping box. This enables you to access the mounting rails, mounting hardware, and line jumper cords without first removing the DS4700 Express from the shipping box.
After you open the DS4700 Express shipping container and remove the mounting rails, mounting hardware, and line jumper cords, check the remaining contents (see “Inventory checklist” on page 3) without removing the DS4700 Express from the shipping box. If any items are missing, contact your IBM reseller or representatives before proceeding.
4.Verify that you have the appropriate host software kit for your operating system.
Depending on the DS4700 Express model you order, your DS4700 Express will ship with either the Microsoft Windows host software attachment kit or with your choice of host software kits (Windows, AIX, Linux, Netware, SUN Solaris,
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