Planning Overview; Dlm System Presite Considerations; Physical Specifications; Pre-Installation Responsibility Summary - Dell EMC DLm8500 Data Domain Physical Planning Manual

Physical Planning Overview

Planning overview

DLm system presite considerations

Physical specifications

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This section provides an overview of the planning requirements for EMC
for mainframe (DLm) installation. It reviews EMC responsibilities and outlines your
responsibilities as a DLm user for the following DLm systems:
DLm8500 with Data Domain
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DLm8500 with VMAX
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Note
This document contains information about the VTEC cabinet and the VNX VG8
cabinet of a DLm8500 with VMAX. Refer to the EMC VMAX Family Physical
Planning Guide for information about the VMAX.
Note
Inform EMC of any labor union-based restrictions or security clearance requirements
prior to delivery.
The DLm systems must be installed in a properly equipped computer room with
controlled temperature and humidity, proper airflow and ventilation, proper power and
grounding, system cable routing facilities, fire equipment, and so on. A raised floor is
recommended, although it is not required. One or more planning sessions with your
Systems Engineer and Customer Support Representative will be necessary to close all
the details related to installation. The table below lists the responsibility summary at
the first planning session.
Table 1 Pre-installation responsibility summary
EMC
Provide all details necessary for site planning
and preparation.
Complete and process the Installation
Planning Task Sheet and Presite Survey.
Arrange for shipment and delivery through an
appropriate method.
Install a properly working system.
When planning the installation site for your DLm system, meet with your EMC
representative to complete the presite plan.
The physical and environmental specifications section provides overall system
dimensions for the following DLm systems:
You
Provide an environment that supports safe
installation of the DLm system and promotes
its reliable long-term operation.
Provide appropriate power, cooling and
ventilation, humidity control, floor load
capability, and service clearances as required.
Participate in planning sessions as required to
ensure a smooth and uncomplicated
installation.
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