Basic Storage Array Information; About The Ps4210 Array; Recommended Tools; Protecting Hardware - Dell EqualLogic PS4210 Hardware Owner's Manual

1 Basic Storage Array Information

This chapter includes information about the location and basic operation of the replaceable components in a
storage array, tools and equipment you will need, protecting hardware from electrostatic discharge, and power
on and off operations.

About the PS4210 Array

The PS4210 is a PS4x10 10GbE class EqualLogic® PS Series array that continues the focus by Dell™ on
industry-standard features and capabilities for the midrange iSCSI SAN market.
PS4210 Features
The PS4210 array is available in a 2U chassis with up to 24 2.5-inch drives, or 12 3.5-inch drives.
Features of the PS4210 array include:
• Two hot-swappable Type 19 control modules, which contain increased memory (8GB per controller) and a
more powerful processor than previous generation controllers
• Ethernet ports:
– Two pairs of 10Gb/s dual-media interfaces (10GBASE-T/SFP+)
– Ability to auto-negotiate down to 1Gb/s interface (10GBASE-T ports only)
• Support for ReadyRails™ II

Recommended Tools

You will need the following items to perform the procedures in this section:
• Bezel key
• Wrist grounding strap

Protecting Hardware

Protect your PS Series array from electrostatic discharge. When handling array hardware, use an electrostatic
wrist strap or a similar form of protection. To use a wrist strap:
1. Connect the steel snap on the coil cord to the stud on the elastic band. See
Figure 1: Using an Electrostatic Wrist Strap
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