Chapter Overview And Task List; Safety Considerations; Personal Safety - Hitachi AMS 2100 Hardware Manual

Chapter overview and task list

The following table lists the main installation tasks. Click the page number
to display the detailed instructions for each task.
Step
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.

Safety considerations

Personal safety

Observe the following guidelines to ensure your safety. Failure to follow
these guidelines could result in bodily injury and/or damage to the array or
its components.
CAUTION! A fully populated AMS 2300 base unit weighs
approximately 125 pounds (57 kg). Do not attempt to lift or move
the unit alone. Use at least three people to lift and/or move the
unit. Before lifting the unit, always turn off the power to the unit
and unplug all data and power cables.
An expansion unit weighs 88 lbs (40Kg) Use at least two people to
unpack and install an expansion unit.
Install the base unit at the bottom of the rack. If the array is mounted at
the top of the rack, the rack may become unstable and fall.
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Table 5-1: Installation Roadmap
Review all safety considerations before you start the installation
process.
Prepare the site where you intend to install the array.
Unpack the array. Ensure that all items on the packing list are
accounted for and not damaged.
Obtain the required user-supplied items to perform the
installation.
Install the array in a rack.
Configure and manage your storage.
Consult the Hitachi AMS 2000 Family iSCSI Host Installation
Guide or Hitachi AMS 2000 Family Fibre Channel Host Installation
Guide.
Installation
Hitachi AMS 2100/2300 Storage System Hardware Guide
Description See Page
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