Overview
This chapter describes the procedures to install one or two compute nodes, one
Primary Storage Shelf, and up to three Expansion Storage Shelves.
Installing a storage shelf
You can use this installation procedure for a Primary Storage Shelf and up to three
Expansion Storage Shelves. For the systems that include one or more Expansion
Shelves, install those units first followed by the Primary Shelf. Always load hardware
into a rack from the bottom to ensure personal safety and proper weight distribution
of equipment.
From the inside of the front post to the inside of the rear post the rails measure
713mm to 884mm (28in to 34.8in). Be sure that your rack accommodates this
distance. Allow extra space to accommodate power strips, power cords, and other
cables.
Warning:
A storage shelf without disk drives weighs up to 61.65kg (135.72lbs). To
avoid potential equipment damage and personal injury, do not install disk drives
into the storage shelves before mounting them into the rack. The added weight of
the disk drives hinders the ability to safely install the storage shelves. Use the lifting
straps that are provided with the shelf to remove the shelf from the shipping
container. Use a mechanical lift or have three people raise the shelf into position.
The rear of the shelf is heavier than the front of the shelf.
To install the storage shelf rails
Veritas recommends that two people install the rails. One person works at the back
of the rack and one person is at the front of the rack.
A magnetic Philips-head screwdriver is required to install screws into the storage
shelf rails.
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Hardware installation procedures
Overview
