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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,
HP-UX, Linux on POWER, or VMware). The host software kit grants you
permission to attach host servers using the appropriate operating system to the
DS4700 Express.
34 IBM System Storage DS4700 Express Storage Subsystem: Installation, User’s and Maintenance Guide