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Chapter 2. Installing the DCS3700

This chapter provides the information that you need to prepare the storage enclosure for installation into

a rack cabinet.

“Installation overview” provides an overview of the storage enclosure installation process. Read this

overview before you begin the installation.

Installation overview

This product is to be installed and serviced only by qualified IBM service representatives. The DCS3700

can be ordered pre-installed in the cabinet, or it can be added to an existing cabinet. The installation

requires a minimum of two people for a safe installation.

Attention: Refer to “Safety” on page xi for general safety instructions and Appendix C, “Specifications

for non-IBM rack installation,” on page 147 before performing any installation or service procedures.

56.7 kg (125 lbs)

102 kg (225 lbs)

(12 x 5)

(60X)

CAUTION:

1. The weight of this unit in the drive-ready state (without drive modules installed) is 56.7 kg (125

lb). Fully configured (with 60 drive modules installed) the unit weighs 102.1 kg (225 lb). It takes

two specially trained IBM personnel with a lifting device to safely lift this unit.

2. A fully populated DCS3700 weighs approximately 102.1 kg (225 lb). Before you install it, verify

that the additional weight of the chassis does not exceed the rack’s weight limit or unbalance the

rack cabinet. When you calculate the additional weight, include the weights of all components that

can potentially be added, to avoid overloading in the future.

Ordering the lift tool

Note: The lift tool is required only when you install a DCS3700 or when you install or remove the

DCS3700 from the cabinet. Make sure that the lift tool is available on location at the time of the

installation. The ordering procedures for the lift tool vary depending on your location. You should

direct questions about these procedures to your regional representative.

World trade locations

The following ordering procedures are for world trade locations:

v Order the lift tool by using the parts order system, like any other part.

v Use the following part numbers when you order: Lift tool: Part number 09P2481.

v You do not record parts usage.

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