Choosing a Location 3
DXi6701/DXi6702
Choosing a Location
Quantum recommends installing the DXi6701/DXi6702 system in a controlled or
restricted area to prevent access by untrained personnel. In addition, Quantum
recommends that system installation be performed only by qualified IT personnel.
When choosing an installation site for the DXi6701/DXi6702 system, consider the
following requirements:
• Installation Requirements on page 3
• Rack Space Requirements on page 3
• Environmental Conditions on page 3
Installation
Requirements
Review the
DXi6701 and DXi6702 Site Planning Guide
(PN 6-67200) to ensure that your
site meets the installation requirements for the DXi6701/DXi6702. You can obtain
DXi6701 and DXi6702 product documentation at:
http://www.quantum.com/
dxi6700docs
Rack Space
Requirements
Tab le 2 contains the rack requirements for the DXi6701/DXi6702 components.
Table 2 Rack Requirements
Environmental
Conditions
The installation site must have the following environmental conditions:
• Humidity: 20% to 80% (non-condensing)
• Temperature: 50° to 95°F (10° to 35°C)
• Altitude: –100 to 10,000 ft. (–30 to 3048 m)
Model 6701/6702 Node Expansion Module
Height 3U, 5.2 in. (13.2 cm) 2U, 3.5in (8.9 cm)
Width (side to side) 17.2 in. (43.7 cm) 17.2 in. (43.7 cm)
Depth (front to
back)*
26.5 in. (67.3 cm) 26.5 in. (67.3 cm)
Weight (stand alone) 72 lbs. (32.7 kg) 52 lbs. (23.6 kg)
Air Clearance Open 4 in. (10.2 cm) behind unit for proper air flow
* Without the round-hole to square-hole adapter, the depth of the node or expansion
module is 25.5 in. (64.8 cm).