IBM zSeries 800 Installation Manual

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v Installation services, including physical routing and labeling, to integrate thecabling system into the customer’s infrastructure.v Documenting the fiber optic cable installed.External I/O cables and cable routing are a customer responsibility.If you elect not to use the zSeries Fiber Cabling Service offered by IBM, then youwill be responsible for performing the following tasks prior to system installation.1. All cable planning and support2. All purchasing of correct qualified cables3. All installation of any required mode conditioners4. All installation of any required conversion cables5. All installation of any required jumper cables6. All routing of cables to correct front/back cable tailgates for proper installation tothe machine7. All labeling of cables with CHPID numbers for proper installation to the machine.Failure to accomplish these cabling tasks properly could lead to additionalservice charges during the machine installation in order to correct anyproblems incurred.If you are planning a non-raised floor installation, it is imperative that youprotect fiber optic cabling from damage. Proper strain relief and routing of fiber opticcable is essential to achieve advertised cable performance.Level 04a, June 21, 20046-2 zSeries 800: Installation Manual for Physical Planning