Chapter 2. Installing the storage subsystem and storage
enclosure
This section provides instructions for installing the DS3500 storage subsystem and
the EXP3500 storage enclosure in a rack.
To install the DS3500 storage subsystem in a rack, see Chapter 2, “Installing the
storage subsystem and storage enclosure.” To install the EXP3500 storage enclosure
in a rack, see “Installing the EXP3500 storage enclosure” on page 29.
Before you begin the installation, review the safety information in “Safety” on page
ix and “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 27.
Installing the DS3500 storage subsystem
This section provides instructions for installing the DS3500 storage subsystem in a
rack.
Inventory checklist
Guidelines on verifying the inventory checklist is listed here.
After you unpack the DS3500 storage subsystem, ensure 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)
– Storage controllers (up to 2)
– AC power supply and fan units (2) (models C2A, E2A, C4A, and E4A)
– DC power supply and fan units (2) (models C4T and E4T)
– AC power cables (2 jumper line cords) (models C2A, E2A, C4A, and E4A)
– DC power jumper cables (2) (models C4T and E4T)
– 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 ac power models do not have
region-specific power cords. You must obtain the IBM-approved ac power cords
for your region. The DS3500 and EXP3500 dc power models do not have the 20
A rated disconnect device (circuit-breaker) that is required for the -48V DC
power connection. See “Power cords” on page 179 for the IBM-approved ac
power cords for your region.
v Software and documentation
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