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IBM FlashSystem 5000

IBM FlashSystem 5000
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IBM FlashSystem 5000
Control Enclosures
Getting Started Guide IBM
Sign up
If you own an IBM Spectrum
®
Virtualize product, you need to sign up to get started.
About this task
What you need to know about signing up:
Procedure
1. You need an IBM
®
ID. Go to Create your IBM account and complete the form.
2. Register your hardware product.
3. Go to Subscribe now! for notication alert.
Overview
This document describes the installation procedures for the following IBM FlashSystem
®
control enclosures. It also contains information to
help you plan the system conguration. This information applies to the following machine type and model (MTM) numbers.
System
MTM
IBM FlashSystem 5015 LFF Control Enclosure
IBM FlashSystem 5035 LFF Control Enclosure
2072-2N2 / 2072-W12
2072-3N2 / 2072-X12
IBM FlashSystem 5015 SFF Control Enclosure
IBM FlashSystem 5035 SFF Control Enclosure
2072-2N4 / 2072-W24
2072-3N4 / 2072-X24
Important: This document is intended to be used by persons who are experienced with installing these systems. Before you use this
information and the product it supports, read the following topics:
Safety and environmental notices on page 11
Notices on page 12
IBM Systems Environmental Notices and IBM Systems Safety Notices (provided on a DVD with your product order)
IBM Documentation (https://ibm.biz/BdqxdY) contains more information about preparing the physical environment before the installation;
it also provides information about conguring, managing, and servicing the system after installation. The IBMDocumentation is updated
between product releases to provide the most current information.
Planning worksheets
Worksheets can help you plan and install the system. Complete the worksheets for each system that you are installing.
Planning Worksheets can be downloaded from SSR Install Worksheet.
Note:
You need to download the pdf on your system to view or download the worksheet.
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IBM FlashSystem 5000 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Form Factor2U
EncryptionYes
Operating SystemIBM Spectrum Virtualize
ProcessorIntel Xeon
Host Interface16Gb FC, 10Gb iSCSI, 12Gb SAS
Drive TypesSSD
RAID Levels0, 1, 5, 6, 10
Controller TypeDual Active-Active

Summary

Sign up

About this task

Information about signing up for an IBM Spectrum Virtualize product.

Procedure

Steps required to sign up, including IBM ID creation and hardware registration.

Overview

Important Notes

Key safety and documentation references before using the system.

Planning Worksheets

Information on using worksheets for system planning and installation.

Network Cable Connection Worksheet

Ethernet Connections

Details on Ethernet ports per node canister and their connections.

Ethernet Cable Standards

Specifications for Ethernet cables, including port types, standards, and connectors.

Ethernet Port Connections

Tables for planning Ethernet connections to onboard and optional adapter ports.

Fibre Channel Connections

Instructions for recording Fibre Channel port connections for optional adapters.

SAS Connections

SAS Connections

Table to record SAS port connections for optional SAS adapters.

Management and Service Address Worksheet

Management and Service Address Worksheet

Worksheet to record management and service addresses for control enclosures.

Unpacking and Verifying Contents

Unpacking and Verifying Contents

List of items to check before starting the installation process.

Installing Support Rails

Procedure

Step-by-step guide for installing support rails in a rack cabinet.

Installing Enclosures

Before You Begin

Important cautions and requirements before installing the enclosure.

Procedure

Steps for physically installing the control enclosure into the rack.

Connecting SAS Cables

About This Task

Information on supported SAS chains and enclosures for expansion.

Procedure

Steps to connect control enclosure to expansion enclosures using SAS cables.

Connect Networking Cables

FlashSystem 5015 Onboard Ports

Location and purpose of onboard ports on the FlashSystem 5015.

FlashSystem 5035 Onboard Ports

Location and purpose of onboard ports on the FlashSystem 5035.

Connecting Ethernet Cables

Connecting Ethernet Cables

Instructions for connecting Ethernet port 1 and optionally port 2.

Connecting Other Networking Cables

Connecting Other Networking Cables

Details on optional networking adapters and cable connections.

Powering On the System

Attention: Powering On

Cautionary note about powering on the system with open bays.

Procedure

Steps for powering on the control enclosure and checking status LEDs.

Initializing the System

Before You Begin

Prerequisites and considerations before starting system initialization.

Procedure

Steps to configure an Ethernet port for system initialization via DHCP or manual settings.

Alternative Initialization Method

Alternative Initialization Method

Steps to initialize the system using the service assistant tool or CLI.

Browser Considerations

Browser Considerations

Supported browsers and required features for the management GUI.

Safety and Environmental Notices

Safety and Environmental Notices

Guidance on reviewing safety, environmental, and emission notices.

Compliance Standards

Compliance Standards

Information on product design, testing, and certification standards.

Notices

Notices

Information regarding product availability, patents, and IBM's warranty.

Trademarks

Trademarks

List of IBM and other company trademarks.

Homologation Statement

Homologation Statement

Statement on product certification for public telecommunications networks.

Electromagnetic Compatibility Class A Notices

Canada Notice (Class A)

Canadian notice for Class A digital devices regarding radio and TV interference.

European Community and Morocco Notice (Class A)

EU conformity notice for Class A electromagnetic compatibility requirements.

Germany Notice (Class A)

Germany Notice (Class A)

German EU directive compliance for Class A devices and EMVG law.

Japan Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) Notice

Japan VCCI Notice (Class A)

VCCI notice for Class A devices, advising on potential residential interference.

Korea Notice

Korea Notice

Notice for Korean users regarding suitability for business environments.

Peoples Republic of China Notice

China Notice

China notice for residential use, cautioning about radio interference.

Russia Notice

Russia Notice

Russian notice for Class A products in residential areas causing radio interference.

Taiwan Notice

Taiwan Notice

Taiwan notice for Class A IT equipment regarding residential use.

United Kingdom Notice

United Kingdom Notice

UK notice regarding residential use and electromagnetic emissions.

United States Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Notice

United States FCC Notice (Class B)

FCC notice for Class B digital devices, compliance, and interference.

Electromagnetic Compatibility Class B Notices

Canada Notice (Class B)

Canadian notice for Class B digital devices regarding radio and TV interference.

European Community and Morocco Notice (Class B)

EU conformity notice for Class B electromagnetic compatibility requirements.

Germany Notice (Class B)

Germany Notice (Class B)

German EU directive compliance for Class B devices and EMVG law.

Japan Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) Notice

Japan VCCI Notice (Class B)

VCCI notice for Class B devices, advising on potential residential interference.

Taiwan Notice

Taiwan Notice

IBM Taiwan contact information for product services.

United States Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Notice

United States FCC Notice (Class B)

FCC notice for Class B digital devices, compliance, and interference.

For Your Reference

For Your Reference

Links to IBM documentation, support, and fix central resources.

Related product manuals