American Megatrends StorTrends 3200 Setup Manual

American Megatrends StorTrends 3200 Setup Manual

American megatrends stortrends 3200: install guide
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StorTrends® 3200 Set Up Guide
MAN-3200-SG
01/16/07
Thank You
Thank you for purchasing the StorTrends® 3200 storage appliance. Please take a few
minutes to review this set up guide before beginning the installation process. If you
require a further explanation of any item covered in this guide, please refer to the
installation instructions on your CD.
This manual is written for the end-user to get up and running with the unit as quickly as
possible. Installation and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians
only.

Hardware Installation

This section provides a quick setup checklist to get your StorTrends® 3200 Storage
Appliance up and running. Following the steps in the order given should enable you to
have the system operational within a minimal amount of time.
Note:
Follow the steps in the order given to complete the installation process in a minimal
amount of time. Read this section in its entirety before you begin the installation
procedure outlined in this section.
Unpack the StorTrends® 3200 Storage Appliance
You should inspect the box the StorTrends® 3200 Storage Appliance was shipped in and
note if it was damaged in any way. If the server itself shows damage, you should file a
damage claim with the carrier who delivered it.
Decide on a suitable location for the rack unit that will hold the StorTrends® 3200
Storage Appliance. It should be situated in a clean, dust-free area that is well ventilated.
Avoid areas where heat, electrical noise and electromagnetic fields are generated. You
will also need it placed near a grounded power outlet. Read the Rack and Server
Precautions in the next section.
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  • Page 1: Hardware Installation

    StorTrends® 3200 Set Up Guide MAN-3200-SG 01/16/07 Thank You Thank you for purchasing the StorTrends® 3200 storage appliance. Please take a few minutes to review this set up guide before beginning the installation process. If you require a further explanation of any item covered in this guide, please refer to the installation instructions on your CD.
  • Page 2: Preparing For Setup

    Preparing for Setup The box the StorTrends® 3200 Storage Appliance was shipped in includes the following: • An 3200 Chassis • Two Power Cords • Rails • Rail Screws Note: Your StorTrends® 3200 may or may not ship with everything listed in the Retail Packing List.
  • Page 3 General Safety Precautions General Safety Precautions • Keep the area around the StorTrends® 3200 Storage Appliance clean and free of clutter. • The StorTrends® 3200 Storage Appliance weighs approximately 38 lbs. (17.3 kg) when fully loaded. When lifting the system, two people at either end should lift slowly with their feet spread out to distribute the weight.
  • Page 4: Rack Mounting Considerations

    Installing the System into a Rack This section provides information on installing the StorTrends 3200 into a rack with the rack rails provided. If the StorTrends 3200 has already been mounted into a rack, you can skip this step. There are a variety of rack units on the market that may mean the assembly procedure will differ slightly.
  • Page 5: Installing The Inner Rack Rails

    Installing the Inner Rack Rails To install the rack rails Steps Description Place the inner rack extensions on the side of the chassis aligning the hooks of the chassis with the rail extension holes. Slide the extension toward the front of the chassis. Secure the chassis with 4 screws as illustrated.
  • Page 6: Installing The Chassis Into The Server Rack

    Installing the Chassis into the Server Rack Outer Rack Rails Outer rails attach to the server rack and hold the server in place. The outer rails for the StorTrends 3200 chassis extend between 30 inches and 33 inches. To install the Outer Rack Rails Steps...
  • Page 7: Installing The Chassis Into A Rack

    Installing the Chassis into the Server Rack Installing the chassis into a rack Steps Description Confirm that the inner and outer rails are installed on the rack. Line chassis rails with the front of the rack rails. Slide the chassis rails into the rack rails, keeping the pressure even on both sides (you may have to depress the locking tabs when inserting).

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