Installation Site Requirements - IBM DS8880 Series Introduction And Planning Manual

About this task
Use the following steps to ensure that your receiving area and loading ramp can
safely accommodate the delivery of your storage system:
Procedure
1. Find out the packaged weight and dimensions of the shipping containers in
2. Ensure that your loading dock, receiving area, and elevators can safely support
3. To compensate for the weight of the storage system shipment, ensure that the
Figure 13. Maximum tilt for a packed frame is 10°

Installation site requirements

You must ensure that the location where you plan to install your storage system
meets all requirements.
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your shipment.
the packaged weight and dimensions of the shipping containers.
Note: You can order a weight-reduced shipment when a configured storage
system exceeds the weight capability of the receiving area at your site.
loading ramp at your site does not exceed an angle of 10°. (See Figure 13.)
10°