Western Digital OpenFlex Data24 4000 Series Installation Manual page 8

Installation Guide
1.2 Installation Safety
Safety is the number one priority for personnel responsible for installing the OpenFlex Data24 4000 Series
platform. This section outlines what to consider before performing an installation.
Protect Yourself and Others
Before installing an OpenFlex Data24 4000 Series , it is important to take precautions to keep all personnel
performing the installation—or individuals near the installation site—safe. Make sure all paths and floors are
clean and free of obstacles. Do not wear clothing that is loose or can become tangled or catch on anything,
or clothing that is too tight and may restrict movement. Read all safety labels and instructions in this manual
and on the equipment being used for installation. Never lift the OpenFlex Data24 4000 Series alone; it
should always be teamlifted. When installing the unit in a rack, it is highly recommended that you install it
at the lowest possible U height of the rack. This is intended to prevent an imbalanced load and it keeps the
center of gravity low on the rack to help prevent tipping hazards.
Protect Your Equipment
Always use the proper tooling outlined in this document during installation. This includes torque
specifications and driver heads when installing screws, lifting equipment, and safety equipment, as well
as the OpenFlex Data24 4000 Series itself. Always respect the ESD requirements outlined at your site.
Use ESD mitigation and prevention equipment to prevent discharges that may damage equipment. During
installation, do not tip the enclosure.
The following is a list of safety equipment that should be considered before proceeding:
• Safety Shoes/Steel-toed Boots (ESD Safe is a plus)
• Lifting equipment
• ESD mitigation equipment
• Safety vests and hard hats
• Rack support or anchoring equipment
1.3 Before You Begin
The installation process for the OpenFlex Data24 4000 Series happens in two basic phases, which are
described in the following procedures:
1.
Unpacking the OpenFlex Data24 4000 Series (page 8)
2.
Installation Procedure (page 9)
1.3.1 How to Report Damage
During the installation process, there are a number of inspection steps where the installation team should
be looking for damage to the product that may have occurred during shipment. If damage is found,
document the items using the following process.
Before you begin: Before reporting damage to the system, please locate the system information.
There is a small plastic tab located on the front of the Chassis that can be pulled out to show the vital
system details such as the part number, serial number, and chassis revision number.
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