HPE 3PAR StoreServ 9000 Customer Self Install Manual page 14

Prerequisites
CAUTION: Ensure that precautions have been taken to ensure rack stability and safety. Observe all
cautions and warnings included in the installation instructions.
• When the equipment arrives, verify that there is enough space to unload and unpack the HPE
3PAR StoreServ Storage system. The specific amount of space for unpacking the storage
system is based on the dimensions of the container, ramp, and room. This space is required to
access the storage system so that it can be removed from the crate and moved to its final
location.
• Verify that the delivered shipment matches the order by referring to the packing slip and SKUs.
• Observe local occupational safety requirements and guidelines for heavy equipment handling.
• Verify that the total weight of the rack is within the floor loading limit.
• Due to the weight of the rack, use extreme caution when unpacking and moving the rack to avoid
tipping the rack.
• When unloading the rack from the pallet, always use at least three people and do not stand in
front of the rack.
• To make the rack bottom-heavy and more stable, always load the heaviest item first from the
bottom of the rack and up.
Procedure
1. Inspect the packaging for damage and report any issues to the Hewlett Packard Enterprise Support
Center.
2. From the cardboard shipping container, remove the banding and top cover.
Figure 3: Removing the banding, HPE rack shipping container
14 Unpacking the factory-integrated-in-rack option: Process overview