LaCie 12big Rack Network
Foreword
User Manual
page 5
Safe Handling
CAUTION:
If this equipment is used in a
manner not specified by the manufacturer,
the protection provided by the equipment
may be impaired.
✦
All plug-in modules and blanking
plates are part of the fire enclosure
and must only be removed when a
replacement can be immediately
added. The system must not be run
without all units in place. In order
to comply with applicable safety,
emission and thermal requirements
no covers should be removed and
all bays must be fitted with plug-in
modules.
Permanently unplug the unit if you think
that it has become damaged in any way
and before you move it.
CAUTION:
A fully assembled LaCie
12big Rack Network enclosure can weigh
up to 30kg (66lb), 22kg (48.4lb) without
drives installed. Do not try to lift it by your-
self.
Do not lift the enclosure by the handles
on the power supplies, as they are not de-
signed to support that weight.
CAUTION:
The removal of the enclosure
top cover or the power supply mounting
cage must only be performed by a service
person. Potential hazards include: rotating
fans and hot surfaces.
The enclosure top cover must be secured
when the enclosure is in normal use, by
rotating the lock 90° to the “locked” po-
sition (this is to prevent users/operators
from accessing service areas).
Safety
✦
The LaCie 12big Rack Network
unit must only be operated from a
power supply input voltage range of
100 - 240 VAC, 50 - 60 Hz.
✦
The plug on the power supply cord
is used as the main disconnect de-
vice. Ensure that the socket outlets
are located near the equipment and
are easily accessible.
✦
This equipment is intended to oper-
ate with two working Power Supply
Units (PSUs) housed in a Power Sup-
ply Mounting Cage. Before remov-
al/replacement of a PSU disconnect
all supply power for complete isola-
tion.
✦
A faulty PSU must be replaced with
a fully operational PSU within 24
hours. Please refer to section
6.3.
Environment
.
✦
A safe electrical earth connection
must be provided to the power cord.
Check the grounding of the enclo-
sure before applying power.
CAUTION:
Bifurcated power cords
MUST NOT be used with the LaCie 12big
Rack Network enclosure, this system does
not support their use.
✦
Provide a suitable power source
with electrical overload protection
to meet the requirements laid down
in the technical specification.
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Hot surfaces (heatsinks) are exposed
when the enclosure top cover is re-
moved. Disconnect power and al-
low to cool before removal/replace-
ment of the SAS Expander PCB.
CAUTION:
Do not remove covers from
the PSU. Danger of electric shock inside.
Return the PSU to your supplier for repair.
BBU Battery Safety (RAID option)
Please refer to section
5.9. Replacing the
Battery Backup Unit
.
CAUTION:
There is a danger of explo-
sion if the battery is replaced by an incor-
rect type.
Dispose of used batteries in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions and
National regulations.
Equipment Handling
Precautions
CAUTION:
Operation of the Enclosure
with ANY drive carrier modules missing
will disrupt the airflow and the drives will
not receive sufficient cooling. It is ESSEN-
TIAL that all apertures are filled before
operating the unit. Dummy drive carrier
modules must be fitted to unused drive
bays.
CAUTION:
The RJ45 sockets on the
Motherboard/PCI cards are for Ethernet
connection only and must not be con-
nected to a telecommunications network.
CAUTION:
Boot drives are fragile and
must be handled with care during remov-
al/replacement.
Safety Guidelines
