NEC Storage S1300 User Manual

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Mounting the Disk Array Unit into a Rack CabinetUnpacking the Rack Mounting HardwareAlthough the rack mounting hardware is inspected and carefully packaged at thefactory, damage may occur during shipping. Follow these steps for unpacking.1. Visually inspect the shipping containers; notify your carrier immediately of anydamage.2. Carefully remove the rack mounting hardware and verify the parts (see Table 2-2).If parts are missing or the hardware is damaged, notify your sales agent.Table 2-2 Rack Mount PartsDescription QuantityFixed Rail Assembly 2 (L + R)Rail Support 2 (L + R)M5 Bolts 8Before You BeginBefore you begin, please review the following warnings. Be sure that power to the system is turned off and unplugged. All voltage isremoved only when the power cords are unplugged. Avoid excessive vibration and shock. Dropping an electronic component cancause serious damage.Installing the Rail Assemblies to the Rack CabinetThe following subsection describes how to install your rack-mount disk array unit into astandard EIA 19-inch rack cabinet.Before you begin select an appropriate location in your rack cabinet for the rack-mountunit. To improve rack stability, mount heavier items towards the bottom of the rackcabinet. If the rack is a stand-alone unit and the rack is more than 75% filled withcomponents, consider installing an optional stabilizer kit.Note: When planning your system configuration for the rackcabinet you should consider the length of the cables thatinterconnect system components.Figure 2-3 shows how rail assemblies should be installed in the rack cabinet.Setting Up the System 2-5