IBM DS8880 Series, Introduction And Planning Manual

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Planning for safety
You must consider various safety issues when you plan your storage system
location.
The following list identifies some of the safety issues you must consider:
v Fire suppression
v Earthquake safety
Providing a fire-suppression system
Set up an environment that supports the temperature, cooling, and operating
requirements of your storage system. You are responsible for providing a fire
suppression system for your storage system.
About this task
IBM designs and manufactures equipment to internal and external standards that
require certain environments for reliable operation. Because IBM does not test any
equipment for compatibility with fire-suppression systems, IBM does not make
compatibility claims of any kind. IBM does not provide recommendations on
fire-suppression systems.
Procedure
1. Consult your insurance underwriter, local fire marshal, or local building
inspector about selecting a fire-suppression system that provides the correct
level of coverage and protection.
2.
Set up an environment that supports the temperature and cooling requirements
for your storage system as described in the environmental temperature
requirements-planning area.
Earthquake preparedness alternatives
If you are installing your storage system in an area that is prone to earthquakes,
plan for special installation methods to minimize earthquake damage to your
system.
An unsecured base or expansion frame can topple or be displaced during an
earthquake. This displacement puts both the storage system and your personnel in
danger. To help prevent damage, restrain your storage system by using one of the
following two methods:
Restraint method
Allows some system movement and provides for both personnel safety
and protection of your storage system. The DS8000 earthquake resistance
kit provides this type of earthquake protection.
Hard mounting
Physically attaches your system to the floor. This method increases the
safety of personnel during an earthquake. However, the method damages
the storage system because the system absorbs most of the shock. IBM
does not support hard mounting.
Planning for network and communications requirements
You must locate your storage systems in a location that meets the network and
communications requirements.
Keep in mind the following network and communications issues when you plan
the location and interoperability of your storage systems:
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