Handling Static-Sensitive Devices; Preparing For Installation - IBM DS5100 Installation, User's, And Maintenance Manual

14. Review and perform the procedures described in "Performing the DS4000,

Handling static-sensitive devices

Attention:
avoid damage, keep static-sensitive devices in their static-protective packages until
you are ready to install them.
To reduce the possibility of electrostatic discharge (ESD), observe the following
precautions:
v Limit your movement. Movement can cause static electricity to build up around
v Handle the device carefully, holding it by its edges or its frame.
v Do not touch solder joints, pins, or exposed printed circuitry.
v Do not leave the device where others can handle and possibly damage the
v While the device is still in its static-protective package, touch it to an unpainted
v Remove the device from its package and install it directly into your system unit
v Take additional care when handling devices during cold weather because heating

Preparing for installation

Before installing the DS5100 and DS5300, create a detailed plan of how this unit
will be used in your storage configuration. The plan should include determining
RAID levels, failover requirements, operating systems to be used, and total storage
capacity requirements.
Complete the following steps to prepare the DS5100 and DS5300 for installation
into a rack cabinet:
1. Prepare the site to meet all area, environmental, power, and site requirements.
2. Move the shipping box that contains the DS5100 and DS5300 to the site.
DS5100, and DS5300 Health Check process" on page 128.
Static electricity can damage electronic devices and your system. To
you.
device.
metal part of the system unit for at least two seconds. This drains static electricity
from the package and from your body.
without setting it down. If it is necessary to set the device down, place it in its
static-protective package. Do not place the device on your system unit cover or
on a metal table.
reduces indoor humidity and increases static electricity.
For more information, see "Specifications" on page 25.
Attention: The DS5100 and DS5300 shipping box weighs up to 53.8 kg
(118.4 lb).
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