Install Hardware (Sg6000); Register Hardware; Sg6060: Install 60-Drive Shelves Into Cabinet Or Rack - NetApp SG6000 Hardware Installation

Install hardware (SG6000)

Hardware installation entails installing the SG6000-CN controller and the storage
controller shelf into a cabinet or rack, connecting the cables, and applying power.

Register hardware

Registering the appliance hardware provides support benefits.
Steps
1. Locate the chassis serial number for the storage controller shelf.
You can find the number on the packing slip, in your confirmation email, or on the appliance after you
unpack it.
There are several serial numbers on the storage appliance. The serial number on the
storage controller shelf is the one that must be registered and used if you call for service or
support on the appliance.
2. Go to the NetApp Support Site at mysupport.netapp.com.
3. Determine whether you need to register the hardware:
If you are a...
Existing NetApp customer
New NetApp customer

SG6060: Install 60-drive shelves into cabinet or rack

You must install a set of rails for the E2860 controller shelf in your cabinet or rack, and
then slide the controller shelf onto the rails. If you are installing 60-drive expansion
Follow these steps...
a. Sign in with your username and password.
b. Select Products > My Products.
c. Confirm that the new serial number is listed.
d. If it is not, follow the instructions for new NetApp
customers.
a. Click Register Now, and create an account.
b. Select Products > Register Products.
c. Enter the product serial number and requested
details.
After your registration is approved, you can
download any required software. The approval
process might take up to 24 hours.
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