Lenovo ThinkSystem DM3010H - 4.2. Detailed System Installation; 4.2.1. Prepare for Installation

Chapter 4. System installation and setup
4.1. Quick guide - DM3010H
This guide gives graphic instructions for a typical installation of your system
from racking and cabling, through initial system bring-up. Use this guide if you
are familiar with installing Lenovo systems.
Access the Installation and Setup Instructions PDF poster:
DM3010H Systems Installation and Setup Instructions
4.2. Detailed steps - DM3010H
This guide gives detailed step-by-step instructions for installing a typical Lenovo
system. Use this guide if you want more detailed installation instructions.
4.2.1. Step 1: Prepare for installation
Before you install your DM3010H, it is recommend that you create and account on the Lenovo
Support site and register your system. You also need to inventory the appropriate number and type
of cables for your system and collect specific network information.
You need to have access to the
Lenovo Press for information about site requirements as well as
additional information on your configured system. You might also want to have access to the
Release Notes for your version of ONTAP 9 for your version of ONTAP for more information about
this system.
You need to provide the following at your site:
•
Rack space for the storage system
•
Phillips #2 screwdriver
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Additional networking cables to connect your system to your network switch and laptop or
console with a Web browser
•
A laptop or client with a USB/serial connection and access to a web browser to configure your
system.
Steps
1.
Unpack the contents of all boxes.
2.
Record the system serial number from the controllers.
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