symbios logic J21971S-0398, Installation Manual

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Getting Started
About the Installation Procedures
Revision A, March 1998 Installation Instructions 3
Depending on how the command module was ordered, other items
may be included with the command module, such as interface
cables, 16-bit terminators, mounting hardware, or additional
documentation. Refer to the shipping list or invoice included with
the command module for a complete list of items.
Tools and Equipment You May Need
To complete this installation procedure, you will need some or all of
the following:
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Power cords (shipped with unit)
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Screwdrivers and wrenches (various sizes)
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Antistatic protection (such as a grounding wrist strap)
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Interface cables, terminators, and tie wraps
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Mounting hardware (for rackmount installations)
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Table or cart (optional)
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Software (to configure the disk array)
About the Installation
Procedures
The step-by-step procedures in this chapter will guide you through
the entire installation process for both the deskside and rackmount
command modules. These procedures include:
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Preparing the Data Center cabinet (rackmount installation only)
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Preparing drive modules that you intend to attach to the
command module
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Preparing the command module
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Installing the command module
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Completing the installation
You should perform these tasks in the order that they are given,
beginning with one of the following:
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To install one or more rackmount command modules, g o to
“Preparing the Data Center Cabinet” on page 4 .
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To install one or more deskside command modules, move the
command module to the installation location, and go to
“Set the Drive SCSI IDs” on page 8.