StorageWorks Wide Expansion Storage Pedestal
A–4
Order Number: EK–SMCPC–UG. A01
A.5 Environmental Stabilization
To ensure proper operation of Digital storage devices, the SBB temperature must be
within 18–29° C (65-85° F). Table A–4 specifies the time required to thermally stabilize
SBBs based on the ambient shipping temperature.
CAUTION
Always stabilize storage devices in the operating environment
prior to installation or operation. Otherwise, the media or
associated electronics may be damaged when power is
applied to the unit.
If condensation is visible on the outside of the storage device:
Stabilize the device and the SBB in the operating environment for 6 hours or
until the condensation is no longer visible, whichever is longer. Do not insert the
storage device into the pedestal until it is fully stabilized.
If condensation is not visible on the outside of the storage device:
Thermally stabilize the device for the amount of time specified in Table A–4.
Table A–4 Thermal Stabilization Specifications
Ambient Temp. Range
°°
C
Ambient Temp. Range
°°
F
Minimum Stabilization Time
60 to 66
140 to 151
3 hours
50 to 59
122 to 139
2 hours
40 to 49
104 to 121
1 hour
30 to 39
86 to 103
30 minutes
18 to 29
65 to 85
None
10 to 17
50 to 64
30 minutes
0 to 9
32 to 49
1 hour
-10 to -1
14 to 31
2 hours
-20 to -11
-4 to 13
3 hours
-30 to -21
-22 to -5
4 hours
-40 to -31
-40 to -21
5 hours
