Chapter 2. Installing the storage subsystem and expansion
enclosure
This chapter provides instructions for installing the DS3500 storage subsystem and
the EXP3500 expansion enclosure in a rack. To install the DS3500 storage
subsystem in a rack, see “Installing the DS3500 storage subsystem.” To install the
EXP3500 expansion enclosure in a rack, see “Installing the EXP3500 expansion
enclosure” on page 21.
Before you begin the installation, review the safety information in “Safety” on page
xiii and “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 19.
Installing the DS3500 storage subsystem
This section provides instructions for installing the DS3500 storage subsystem in a
rack.
Inventory checklist
After you unpack the DS3500 storage subsystem, make sure that you have the
following items. Depending on your order, your shipping box might contain
additional items that are not on the list.
v Hardware
– Hard disk drives or drive filler panels:
- DS3512 (12)
- DS3524 (24)
– RAID controllers (up to 2)
– Power supplies (2)
– Power cables (2 jumper line cords)
– Rack installation hardware kit:
- Support rails (2) (right and left assembly)
- M5 black hex-head slotted screws (8)
- M5 Washers (6)
- Small diameter spacers (8) (these come installed, four in each rail)
- Large diameter spacers (8)
- M4 pan-head screws (2)
Attention: The DS3500 storage subsystem does not come with region-specific
power cords. You must obtain the IBM-approved power cords for your region.
See “Power cords” on page 138 for the IBM-approved power cords for your
region.
v Software and documentation
– IBM System Storage DS3500 Support DVD
The support DVD contains the IBM DS Storage Manager host software. The
DVD also includes firmware, online help, and the following documentation in
Adobe Acrobat Portable Document Format (PDF):
- IBM System Storage DS3500 and EXP3500 Installation, User's, and
Maintenance Guide (this document)
- DS Storage Manager 10 Installation and Host Support Guide for your
operating system
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