Dot Hill Systems SANnet II 200, Installation, Operation And Service Manual

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CH A P T E R
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Site Planning
This chapter outlines the site-planning requirements and basic safety requirements for
the installation and use of SANnet II 200 SCSI arrays. Customers are asked to
complete a “Preinstallation Worksheet” on page 2-6 and to prepare the site for
installation according to the worksheet details and the specified site-planning
requirements.
Review the details of this chapter before installing a SANnet II 200 SCSI array. Topics
covered in this chapter are:
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“Customer Obligations” on page 2-1
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“Safety Precautions” on page 2-2
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“Environmental Requirements” on page 2-3
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“Electrical and Power Specifications” on page 2-3
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“Physical Specifications” on page 2-4
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“Layout Map” on page 2-4
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“Console and Other Requirements” on page 2-6
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“Preinstallation Worksheet” on page 2-6
Note –
Refer to the SANnet II 200 SCSI Array Release Notes for the current lists of
supported operating systems, host platforms, software, and qualified cabinets.
2.1 Customer Obligations
The customer is obliged to inform Dot Hill of any and all ordinances and regulations
that would affect installation.
Caution –
When selecting an installation site for the SANnet II 200 SCSI array,
choose a location that avoids excessive heat, direct sunlight, dust, or chemical
exposure. Such exposure greatly reduces the product’s longevity and might void your
warranty.