EqualLogic PS6500 - Introduction; Before You Begin; Installation Safety Precautions; Installation Environmental Requirements

PS6500 Rack Mount Instructions 1
Introduction
For proper operation, a PS6500 storage array must be installed in a rack. A PS6500 array uses a telescopic
rail system that enables you to pull the chassis away from the rack, opening the chassis cover and
exposing the disks drive slots.
See your PS Series support provider for information about supported racks.
Before You Begin
Before you begin to mount an array in a rack, you must:
 Read the installation safety precautions. See Installation Safety Precautions.
 Make sure the rack location meets the array’s environmental requirements. See Installation
Environmental Requirements.
 Make sure your rack meets the rack requirements. See Rack Requirements.
 Unpack the rail kit and make sure you have all the necessary parts and tools. The rail kit is located in
the array shipping box. You must supply your own tools. See Rail Kit Parts and Tool Requirements.
Installation Safety Precautions
Follow these safety requirements:
 It is recommended that only individuals with rack mounting experience install a PS6500 array in a
rack.
 Make sure the array is fully grounded at all times to prevent damage from electrostatic discharge.
 When handling the array hardware, you must use the electrostatic wrist guard shipped with the array
or a similar form of protection.
 You need at least two people to lift the array chassis from the shipping box. (Lifting straps are
included in the shipping box.) If possible, use a mechanical box lifter to move the chassis.
Installation Environmental Requirements
The rack location must meet the following environmental requirements:
 Only operate an enclosure from a power source with a voltage range of 100 to 240 VAC.
 Make sure your power source has sufficient electrical overload protection.
 In North America, connect the enclosure to a source of power with over-current protection provided
by a double pole 20A or less device (UL 489 circuit breaker). In Europe, the over-current protection
must be provided by a 20A or less device (IEC circuit breakers).
 Make sure there is sufficient space for air flow in front of and behind the array, and room in front of
the rack to fully open the array and access the channel cards, EIP card, and all the drive slots.
 Make sure the location is properly vented.
 Make sure the rack installation meets the array technical specifications in Table 1.