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If you order more than one host software kit, the additional kits might also be
shipped in the DS3950 shipping box.
– Activation kit, including a storage partition kit with two storage partitions
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IBM System Storage DS3950 Storage Subsystem Installation, User's, and
Maintenance Guide
– IBM System Storage Quick Start Guide for the DS3950
– IBM Safety Information
– IBM License Agreement
– Statement of Limited Warranty
– Box ID labels (used to label the enclosure IDs on the front of the DS3950)
Note: If you ordered additional premium features or entitlements, the premium
features activation or entitlement kits might also be shipped inside the
box.
If an item is missing or damaged, contact your IBM reseller or your IBM marketing
representative.
A rack mounting template and instructions for installing the support rails and the
storage subsystem are provided in “Installing the support rails” on page 33.
To connect your DS3950 to other devices, use the following options:
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IBM SFP module (preinstalled)
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IBM LC-LC Fibre Channel cable
Note: You must order these options separately.
Product updates and support notifications
Be sure to download the latest versions of the DS Storage Manager host software,
DS3950 storage subsystem controller firmware, storage expansion enclosure ESM
firmware, and drive firmware at the time of the initial installation and when
product updates become available.
Important:
Keep your system up to date with the latest firmware and other
product updates by subscribing to receive support notifications.
For more information about support notifications or the My Support feature,
including instructions on how to register, see the following IBM Support Web page:
http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/storage/subscribe/moreinfo.html
You can also check the Stay Informed section of the IBM Disk Support Web site:
http://www.ibm.com/servers/storage/support/disk/index.html
Best practices guidelines
To achieve optimal system operation, always follow these best practices guidelines:
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Make sure that your system is in an optimal state before you shut it down.
Never turn the power off if any Needs Attention LED is lit; be sure to resolve
any error conditions before you shut down the system.
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Back up the data on your storage drives periodically.
Chapter 1. Introduction
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