Dell Equallogic PS5000xv User Manual

PS Series Storage Arrays

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PS5000 Hardware Installation

Before You Begin

Environment

Be sure the site meets the array power and cooling requirements
described in the PS5000 QuickStart.

Networking

Standard Ethernet and TCP/IP networking rules apply to a
PS Series SAN.

Gigabit Ethernet is recommended for optimal performance.

If using multiple switches, they must have inter-switch links.

2. Install the array in a rack.

Mount the array in a two-pole or four-pole 19” rack. Instructions

for rack assembly and mounting an array are included with each
assembly kit in the array shipping box.

Air flow and ventilation. Be sure there is sufficient space
for air flow in front of and behind the array. The location of
the array must be properly vented.

3. Connect the array power cables.

At this point, power cables are only for grounding purposes.
Be sure to use the cable strain relief to secure each power
cable to the array.

High availability. Connect each power supply to its own circuit.

Wait! Do not turn on power to the array at this time.

4. Connect the array to the network.

Connect a network cable to Ethernet 0 on each control module
and to a network switch.

Minimum Network Configuration

Network Switch

Ethernet 0

Hardware Requirements

In addition to the hardware described in Step 1, you need:

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Standard 19” two or four-pole rack.

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One to six network cables. Copper-based networks

require Cat 5E or Cat 6 cables with RJ45 connectors.

1. Unpack the PS Series shipping box.

Be sure you have all the necessary hardware, including the
network cables and rack, which are not included in the box.

A PS5000 supports Type 4 control modules (gray faceplate)
for use with SAS disks (black disk release button), and Type 5
control modules (olive faceplate, as shown in this poster) for
use with SATA disks (gray disk release button).

The array is heavy! Do not attempt to lift it without assistance.

Protect sensitive hardware. When handling the chassis, disks,

and control modules, be sure to use an electrostatic wrist strap.

Shipping Box Contents

Rear of chassis (Type 4 or Type 5 control modules,
power supply and cooling modules, and operations panel)

Storage Array Chassis

EqualLogic

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Power cables for various electrical

Power Cables

configurations may be provided. Use
these cables only with this product.

Stabilize rack. It is recommended that you attach the rack
to the floor for added stability.

Support array. Be sure to support the array until it is
completely mounted in the rack.

Four-Pole Rack Installation

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Ethernet 0

High performance and availability. Connect cables to all
network interfaces and distribute the connections across
multiple network switches.

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High-Bandwith, High-Availability Network Configuration

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Documentation

PS Series
CD-ROM

Front of chassis (16 SAS
or SATA disks or blanks)

Hardware
Maintenance

SAN Setup
Poster

QuickStart

Release Notes

Serial Null Modem Cable

Used for non-Windows installations and when
there is no network access to the array or group.

Two-Pole, Mid-Mount Rack Installation

Host Integration
Tools CD-ROM

Electrostatic Wrist Strap

Assembly Kit for Four-Pole Rack

Instructions for assembly installation and racking are included in each kit.

Assembly Kit for Two-Pole Rack

Non-Windows installation. If you will not be configuring the SAN from a Microsoft Windows
system, you must connect the serial cable (shipped with the array) to a console terminal and
run the setup utility to configure the SAN. See the PS Series QuickStart for details.

5. Turn on power to the array and switches.

Press - on the rocker switch on both power supplies. When
all the components are fully initialized, the power LED will be
green on both control modules, both power supply and cooling
modules, and the operations panel.

Stop! If an LED remains red, contact your PS Series support
provider.

Hardware installation is complete.

After installing the hardware for all the PS Series arrays,
turn the page for SAN configuration instructions.

Network Switch

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