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SnapServer GuardianOS 6.5 Setup Guide
SnapServer Hardware Checklists
SnapServer 620 Hardware Checklist
The following checklist shows the required and optional hardware to install a
SnapServer 620, and indicates whether a component comes with the server or must be
supplied by the customer.
Component
Description
Network and
Power
;
Ethernet Cables (2 per enclosure)
Required to connect the Ethernet ports to the network.
;
Power Cables (3 per enclosure)
Required to plug into the mains (1 US, 1 UK, 1 EU).
Ethernet Switches
Use switches that support GbE.
Ethernet PCI Adapter (optional)
Expand the number of Ethernet ports to four by installing a dual-Gigabit Ethernet
PCI Adapter.
APC-Brand UPS Devices (optional)
SnapServers are designed to work with a USB-based or network-based APC-brand
UPS. Visit the
for a listing of optimal APC models.
Memory
;
Memory Upgrade (optional)
Memory can be upgraded to a maximum of 4 GB.
Rack
;
Slide Rail Assemblies (2 per enclosure)
Two (2) slide rails and screws for attaching the server to a rack.
32 inch/36 inch, Four-post Rack
You must use a 32-inch (or greater) four-post rack to mount this server.
Backup
;
SCSI Card (integrated SCSI connector on motherboard)
Required to connect a tape device locally to the SnapServer.
SCSI Cable or USB 2.0 cable
• To attach a tape device via a SCSI connection to the SnapServer, you need a
68-pin Ultra160-LVD cable.
• To attach a tape device via a USB connection, you need a USB 2.0 cable.
Note:
For a list of compatible backup solutions, see “SnapServer Backup
Solutions Feature Comparison Chart” on page 3.
Tape Backup Devices
For a list of compatible tape drives/libraries, see the appropriate backup software
vendor's supported tape device list on their website.
Expansion
;
SAS Card
Required to connect to an S50 expansion array.
