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IBM System Storage DCS3700 User Manual

IBM System Storage DCS3700
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IB M System Storag e DCS3700
Installation, User, and Maintenance Guide
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IBM System Storage DCS3700 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelDCS3700
CoolingRedundant, hot-swappable fans
Supported Drive TypesSAS
Host Interfaces6 Gb SAS
RAID Levels0, 1, 5, 6, 10
Power SupplyRedundant, hot-swappable
WeightApprox. 55.1 lb (25 kg)
Operating Temperature10 to 35 °C
Operating Humidity20% to 80% non-condensing
Non-operating Temperature-40°F to 140°F (-40°C to 60°C)
Non-operating Humidity5% to 95% non-condensing

Summary

Chapter 1. Introduction

Chapter 2. Installing the DCS3700

Installation overview

Provides an overview of the storage enclosure installation process.

Installing the DCS3700 into a rack

Instructions for installing the storage enclosure into a rack cabinet.

Installing the drives

Procedures for installing disk drive modules into the DCS3700.

Chapter 3. Cabling the DCS3700

Cabling the DCS3700 Storage System

Provides information and instructions for cabling the DCS3700 storage system.

Storage subsystem management methods

Explains host-agent (in-band) and direct (out-of-band) management.

Chapter 4. Operating the DCS3700 storage system and expansion enclosure

Troubleshooting the storage subsystem

Diagnoses problems and recovers from hardware failures.

Performing an emergency shutdown

Steps to shut down the system during emergency situations.

Restoring power after an unexpected shutdown

Procedures to restore power after an unplanned shutdown.

Chapter 5. Replacing components

Working with controllers

Procedures for removing, installing, and replacing controllers.

Replacing an ac power supply

Procedures for replacing a failed AC power supply unit.

Chapter 6. Hardware maintenance

Solving problems

Information to help solve problems with the DCS3700 system or enclosure.

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