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3. Connect the power supply for SP A to Power Distribution Unit (PDU) A as shown in Figure 11. 
4. Connect the power supply for SP B to PDU B.
5. Connect the power cable for LCC A to PDU A. 
6. Connect the power cable for LCC B to PDU B. 
7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 as appropriate for all other DAEs.
Figure 11  Power cables and power up sequence
The enclosures start powering up immediately once they are connected to AC power.
8. Dress the cables as necessary.
It takes approximately 10-15 minutes for the system to power up. Monitor the system as it powers 
up. The LEDs will show the progression of the power. Green, blue, and amber activity lights blink 
during the power-on period. The SP Power LEDs will then become steady ON.
Note: For information about powering down the system, see “Shut down the system” in the Unisphere 
online help system.
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6Gb SAS
6Gb SAS
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1
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6Gb SAS
6Gb SAS
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SP B SP A
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6Gb SAS
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6Gb SAS
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6Gb SAS
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6Gb SAS
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Disk-array enclosure
LCC B LCC A
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