Product manual

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Chapter 2: VessRAID Installation
This chapter covers the following topics:
• Unpacking the VessRAID (below)
• Installing the LCD Panel (Optional) (page 12)
• Mounting VessRAID in a Rack (page 14)
• Installing Disk Drives (page 17)
• Making Data and Management Connections (page 20)
• Setting Up Serial Cable Connections (page 34)
• Connecting the Power (page 35)
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- and 8-bay)
• 1.5m (4.9 ft) Power cords
(1700 models, 1; 1800 models, 2)
• CD with SNMP files, Product
Manual and Quick Start Guide in
PDF format
Warning
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product
may cause radio interference in which case the user may be
required to take adequate measures.
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.