EMC Symmetrix DMX-3, Product Manual

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284 EMC Symmetrix DMX-3 Product Guide
Planning and Installation
Planning overview
This section provides an overview of the physical details related to
planning an installation of the Symmetrix DMX system. It reviews all
the necessary installation details performed by EMC personnel and
outlines customer responsibilities.
Note: Inform EMC of any labor union-based restrictions or security clearance
requirements prior to delivery. For additional information on planning the
installation for your Symmetrix DMX-3, refer to the EMC Symmetrix DMX-3
Physical Planning Guide.
The Symmetrix DMX-3 is designed for installation in a properly
equipped computer room with raised floor, controlled temperature
and humidity, proper airflow and ventilation, proper power and
grounding, system cable routing facilities, fire equipment, and so on.
Although a raised floor is not required, it is recommended. One or
more planning sessions with your EMC Systems Engineer and
Customer Engineer may be necessary to close on all the details
related to installation.
Table 53 on page 284 lists the responsibility
summary at the first planning session.
Symmetrix DMX-3
presite
considerations When planning the installation site for your Symmetrix DMX-3, you
will need to meet with your EMC team to complete the presite plan.
The DMX-3 has one system bay and from one to eight storage bays.
The system bay, when fully configured can weigh approximately
1,626 lbs (737.5 kg). A single storage bay with 240 disk drives can
weigh approximately 2,422 lbs (1,098 kg).
Table 53 Preinstallation responsibility summary
EMC responsibility Customer responsibility
Provide all details necessary for site planning and preparation. Provide an environment that supports safe installation of the
Symmetrix DMX-3 and promotes its reliable long-term operation.
Complete and process the Installation Planning Task Sheet and
Presite Survey. Provide appropriate power, cooling and ventilation, humidity
control, floor load capability, and service clearances as required.
Arrange for shipment and delivery through appropriate method. Participate in planning sessions as required to ensure a smooth
and uncomplicated installation.
Install a properly working system as promised and on schedule.
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