Preparing The Site And Host Server; Unpacking The Enclosure - Lenovo ThinkSystem DS Series Hardware Installation And Maintenance Manual

• A 5U enclosure—delivered without DDICs installed—requires four people to lift it from the box. A suitable
mechanical lift is required to hoist the enclosure for positioning in the rack.
Make sure you wear an effective anti-static wrist or ankle strap and obey conventional ESD precautions when
touching modules and components. Do not touch midplane, motherboard, or module connectors. See also
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This section provides important preparation requirements and handling procedures for use during product
installation.

Preparing the site and host server

Before beginning the enclosure installation, verify that the site where you will install your storage system has the
following:
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A standard AC power supply from a independent source or a rack power distribution unit with an
Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS).
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A host computer configured with the appropriate software, BIOS, and drives. Contact your supplier for the
correct software configurations.
Before installing the enclosure, verify the existence of the following:
• Depending upon the controller module: SAS, FC, or iSCSI HBA and appropriate switches (if used)
• Qualified cable options for host connection
• One power cord per PCM or PSU
• Rail kit (for rack installation)
Please refer to your supplier for a list of qualified accessories for use with the enclosure. The accessories box
contains the power cords and other accessories.

Unpacking the enclosure

1. Examine the packaging for crushes, cuts, water damage, or any other evidence of mishandling during transit.
If you suspect that damage has happened, photograph the package before opening, for possible future reference.
Retain original packaging materials for use with returns.
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