Falcon 24 Dual Fibre Installation and Hardware Reference Manual
Safety Precautions
Precautions and Instructions
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Prior to powering on the subsystem, ensure that the correct power range is being
used.
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This Falcon 24 Bay subsystem comes with twenty-four (24) drive bays. Leaving
any of these drive bays empty will greatly affect the efficiency of the airflow
within the enclosure, and will consequently lead to the system overheating,
which can cause irreparable damage.
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If a module fails, leave it in place until you have a replacement unit and you are
ready to replace it.
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Airflow Consideration: The subsystem requires an airflow clearance, especially at
the front and rear.
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Handle subsystem modules using the retention screws, extraction levers, and the
metal frames/faceplates. Avoid touching PCB boards and connector pins.
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To comply with safety, emission, or thermal requirements, none of the covers or
replaceable modules should be removed. Make sure that during operation, all
enclosure modules and covers are securely in place.
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Be sure that the rack cabinet into which the subsystem chassis will be installed
provides sufficient ventilation channels and airflow circulation around the
subsystem.
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Provide a soft, clean surface to place your subsystem on before working on it.
Servicing on a rough surface may damage the exterior of the chassis.
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If it is necessary to transport the subsystem, repackage all disk drives separately. If
using the original package material, other replaceable modules can stay within the
enclosure.
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Dual redundant controller models come with two controller modules that must
be installed into the subsystem. Single controller models come with one
controller module and a metal sheet is placed over the lower controller bay at the
rear of the subsystem. Since single controller models cannot be upgraded, this
metal sheet should NEVER be removed.
ESD Precautions
Observe all conventional anti-ESD methods while handling system modules. The use
of a grounded wrist strap and an anti-static work pad is recommended. Avoid dust
and debris or other static-accumulating materials in your work area.
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