The kit includes a DS4000 Storage Manager Support CD that has the appropriate IBM DS4000 Storage Manager host software. If you order more than one host software kit, the additional kits may also be shipped in the DS4700 Express shipping box.
The CD also includes the DS4000 Storage Subsystem controller firmware. For the latest controller firmware, check the IBM support Web site for DS4000 storage products:
www.ibm.com/systems/support/storage/disk
5.Read the appropriate readme files that are included in the Storage Manager host software or DS4700 Express controller firmware packages for any updated information about hardware, software, or firmware products. See “Finding DS4000 readme files” on page xxvii to learn how to access the DS4000 readme files on the Web.
6.Continue with “Preparing the site.”
Tools and hardware required
Gather the tools and equipment you will need for installation. These might include:
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v5/16 (8 mm) hex nut driver
v#2 Phillips screwdriver
vAntistatic protection (such as a grounding wrist strap)
vFibre channel (FC) and Ethernet interface cables and cable straps
vRack power jumper cords that are shipped with the DS4700 Express
vSFP modules
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Preparing the site
This section lists the floor space requirements and weight information for the storage subsystem. For information on interface cables and connections, see Chapter 3, “Cabling the storage subsystem,” on page 55.
Floor space: The floor area at the installation site must provide the following conditions:
vSufficient space to install the storage subsystem
vEnough stability to support the weight of the fully configured storage subsystem and associated systems. See “Weight” on page 23 for weight specifications
Ensure that all requirements, such as floor space, air conditioning, and electrical service, have been met. Other site preparation activities include the following tasks:
vTo ensure that there is enough room to move around the cabinet and install modules, clear space at the installation area.
vInstall uninterruptible power supply (UPS) devices.
vIf applicable, install host servers with fibre channel host bus adapters (HBAs), fibre channel switches, or other devices.
vRoute interface cables from the fibre channel HBA ports in the hosts or fibre channel switches to the installation area.
vRoute main power cords to the installation area.
Continue with “Preparing the rack cabinet” on page 36.
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