Product manual

Chapter 2: VessRAID Installation

This chapter covers the following topics:

• Unpacking the VessRAID (below)

• Installing the LCD Panel (Optional) (page 11)

• Mounting VessRAID in a Rack (page 13)

• Installing Disk Drives (page 15)

• Making Data and Management Connections (page 18)

• Setting Up Serial Cable Connections (page 20)

• Connecting the Power (page 21)

Unpacking the VessRAID

The VessRAID box contains the following items:

A Battery Backup Unit (BBU) is optional on the VessRAID subsystem. In the

event of a power failure, the BBU powers the controller cache to preserve any

data it contains.

• VessRAID Unit

• Quick Start Guide printed

• RJ11-to-DB9 serial data cable

• Screws for disk drives

(70 pieces for 16-bay, 50 pieces

for 12-bay)

• 1.5m (4.9 ft) Power cords

(1700s models, 1; 1800s models, 2)

• CD with SNMP files, Product

Manual and Quick Start Guide in

PDF format

Caution

• There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by the

incorrect type.

• Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions that

accompany the battery.

Warning

The electronic components within the VessRAID enclosure are

sensitive to damage from Electro-Static Discharge (ESD).

Observe appropriate precautions at all times when handling the

VessRAID or its subassemblies.