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1.3 Supported clients
• Microsoft Windows (all versions)
• Linux
• Unix
• Mac OS 8.0, 9.0 and MAC OS X
1.4 Supported network protocols
• TCP/IP
• SNMP
1.5 Required tools
Grounding strap or mat in order to avoid electrostatic discharge (ESD)
Tools for opening the computer's enclosure (typically, a screwdriver)
1.6 Safety precautions
1.6.1 Personal safety
High voltages may occur inside computer equipment. Before removing
the enclosure, please turn off the power switch and disconnect the
power cords.
1.6.2 Safety for your data
If you are not using new hard drives for operating Open-E iSCSI, please backup all
important data prior to installation. Adding a hard drive to Open-E iSCSI goes hand
in hand with complete formatting of the hard drive, which can possibly delete
existing data.
1.6.3 ESD precautions
In order to avoid damage to your computer or to Open-E iSCSI, please ensure you
are grounded before opening the PC or the ESD package that contains Open-E
iSCSI. Using grounding straps or mats is the best way to ensure this safety. If you
don't have grounding equipment handy, please make sure you are grounded before
working with Open-E iSCSI, for instance, by touching a heater.
• Avoid unnecessary touching of the components inside the PC
• Please touch Open-E iSCSI only on the edges