EonStor DS S48 Series Hardware Manual
2 Hardware Installation
This chapter describes how to install modular components, such as hard drives and
CBM, into the chassis. Please crosscheck with the unpacking list to ensure you have
received all components.
NOTE
The system enclosure
MUST
be installed into a rack or cabinet
BEFORE
hard drives
are installed into the system.
2.1
Installation Prerequisites
Static-free installation environment:
The system must be installed in
a static-free environment to minimize the possibility of electrostatic
discharge (ESD) damage.
Tools required:
a. Phillips screwdriver (mid-size)
b. Flat blade screwdriver (mid-size)
c. Flat blade screwdriver (small-size)
d. Anti-static
wrist
wrap
e. Host link cables
Component check:
Before installing the system, check to see that you
have received all the required components. If there are item(s) missing
or appear damaged, contact your vendor for a replacement.
Hard drives:
SAS/SATA hard drives must be purchased separately and
be available prior to installing the system.
Cabling:
All the cables that connect the system to the hosts must be
purchased separately. Refer to
for sample
topologies and configuration options. Contact your vendor for the list of
compatible cables.
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