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Adding VNX5300 DAEs 
2U, 2.5 inches, 25 Disk-array enclosure front
6 Gb
SAS
X4
#
6 Gb
SAS
X4
#
Rear
3U, 3.5 inches, 15 Disk-array enclosure front
Rear
A
B
#
X4
6Gb SAS
X4
6Gb SAS
DAEs are optional. They use 2U rail kit for a 2U, 25 disk DAE or 3U rail kit for a 3U, 15 disk DAE. Rails 
for the DAEs are installed exactly like the rails for the DPEs. 
If DAEs are used they should be installed immediately above the DPE. Either type of DAE may be 
installed up to a total of 125 disks
. 
The DAE is heavy and should be installed into a rack by two people. To avoid personal
injury and/or damage to the equipment, do not attempt to lift and install the enclosure into a 
rack without a mechanical lift or help from another person.
 
CAUTION