Deployment Guide

• Dell recommends that only individuals with rack-mounting experience install the SCv2000/SCv2020 in a rack.
• Make sure the storage system is always fully grounded to prevent damage from electrostatic discharge.
• When handling the storage system hardware, use an electrostatic wrist guard (not included) or a similar form of protection.
The chassis must be mounted in a rack. The following safety requirements must be considered when the chassis is being mounted:
• The rack construction must be capable of supporting the total weight of the installed chassis. The design should incorporate
stabilizing features suitable to prevent the rack from tipping or being pushed over during installation or in normal use.
• To avoid danger of the rack toppling over, slide only one chassis out of the rack at a time.
Electrical Safety Precautions
Always follow electrical safety precautions to avoid injury and damage to Storage Center equipment.
WARNING: Disconnect power from the storage system when removing or installing components that are not hot-
swappable. When disconnecting power, first power down the storage system using the storage client and then unplug
the power cords from the power supplies in the storage system and storage system.
• Provide a suitable power source with electrical overload protection. All Storage Center components must be grounded before
applying power. Make sure that a safe electrical earth connection can be made to power supply cords. Check the grounding
before applying power.
• The plugs on the power supply cords are used as the main disconnect device. Make sure that the socket outlets are located
near the equipment and are easily accessible.
• Know the locations of the equipment power switches and the room's emergency power-off switch, disconnection switch, or
electrical outlet.
• Do not work alone when working with high-voltage components.
• Use rubber mats specifically designed as electrical insulators.
• Do not remove covers from the power supply unit. Disconnect the power connection before removing a power supply from the
storage system.
• Do not remove a faulty power supply unless you have a replacement model of the correct type ready for insertion. A faulty
power supply must be replaced with a fully operational module power supply within 24 hours.
• Unplug the storage system chassis before you move it or if you think it has become damaged in any way. When powered by
multiple AC sources, disconnect all power sources for complete isolation.
Electrostatic Discharge Precautions
Always follow electrostatic discharge (ESD) precautions to avoid injury and damage to Storage Center equipment.
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) is generated by two objects with different electrical charges coming into contact with each other.
The resulting electrical discharge can damage electronic components and printed circuit boards. Follow these guidelines to protect
your equipment from ESD:
• Dell recommends that you always use a static mat and static strap while working on components in the interior of the storage
system chassis.
• Observe all conventional ESD precautions when handling plug-in modules and components.
• Use a suitable ESD wrist or ankle strap.
• Avoid contact with backplane components and module connectors.
• Keep all components and printed circuit boards (PCBs) in their antistatic bags until ready for use.
General Safety Precautions
Always follow general safety precautions to avoid injury and damage to Storage Center equipment.
• Keep the area around the storage system chassis clean and free of clutter.
• Place any system components that have been removed away from the storage system chassis or on a table so that they are not
in the way of other people.
• While working on the storage system chassis, do not wear loose clothing such as neckties and unbuttoned shirt sleeves. These
items can come into contact with electrical circuits or be pulled into a cooling fan.
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