Chapter 2
Planning and Preparing for System
Installation
This chapter describes what should be checked when planning SPARC M12 and PCI
expansion unit installation. Before installation, you need to understand the system
configuration and obtain all the prerequisite condition information for installation.
Safety Precautions
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Items Requiring Confirmation Before Installation
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Confirming the Physical Specifications of the System
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Confirming Rack Specifications
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Checking Environmental Conditions
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Checking Acoustic Noise Levels
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Checking Cooling Conditions
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Checking the Power Input Type
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Preparing Power Supply Facilities
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Checking External Interface Port Specifications
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Checking the Functions of the Operation Panel
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Safety Precautions
This section describes precautions regarding installation of the SPARC M12 and PCI
expansion unit. Be sure to follow the precautions below when performing installation
work. Failure to do so may lead to damage to the device or a malfunction.
Follow all the stated precautions, warnings, and instructions for the SPARC M12-1
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and PCI expansion unit.
The SPARC M12-1 and the PCI expansion unit is not suitable for use in locations
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where children are likely to be present. Therefore, care should be taken to place
the device in an environment away from children.
Do not insert any foreign object into the openings in the SPARC M12-1 or PCI
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expansion unit. Any object that touches a high-voltage part or causes a component
to short circuit may lead to fire or electric shock.
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