Chapter 4. Installation And Configuration; Using The Library Configuration Form; Installing Your Library; Choosing A Location - Dell PowerVault TL2000 User Manual

Chapter 4. Installation and Configuration

Using the Library Configuration Form

Installing Your Library

Choosing a Location

Table 4-1. Location criteria
Criteria
Room temperature
Power source
Note: Review the information in "Installation Planning" before installing your
library.
To install a desktop or rack mounted 2U library or 4U library, perform the
procedures in this chapter in the order they are presented.
Before beginning the installation and configuration of your library, make a copy of
the Appendix G, "Library Configuration Form," on page G-1. Enter library
information (such as serial numbers, types of drives, etc.) and configuration
settings on the Library Configuration Form and store in a safe location for future
reference. Be sure to update this form any time changes are made to your library
hardware or configuration.
Complete these procedures to install your library hardware.
1. "Choosing a Location."
2. "Unpacking the Library" on page 4-2.
3. "Verifying the Shipment" on page 4-2.
4. "Installing the Library Foot Pads (for Desktop Installation ONLY)" on page 4-3.
5. "Removing and Storing the Shipping Lock" on page 4-4.
6. "Rackmounting the Library (for Rack Installation ONLY)" on page 4-5.
7. "Connecting the Host Interface Cable" on page 4-11.
8. "Connecting a Power Cord" on page 4-13.
Choose a location that meets the following criteria:
Definition
10° - 35° C (50° - 95° F )
Note: If the temperature in the room where the library will be installed varies by 15° C (30°
F) from the room where the library was stored, allow the library to acclimate to the
surrounding environment for at least 12 hours before unpacking it from the shipping
container.
v AC power voltage: 100-127 VAC; 200-240 VAC (4 - 2 A)
Note: The 4U library requires two separate power sources to implement redundant
power.
v Line frequency: 50-60 Hz
Place the library near an AC outlet. The AC power cord is the product's main AC
disconnect device and must be easily accessible at all times. Two separate power sources
must be available for redundant power.
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