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Overview
This document describes the installation procedures for the following IBM Storage FlashSystem control enclosures. It also contains
information to help you plan the system configuration. This information applies to the following machine type and model (MTM) numbers.
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Important: This document is intended to be used by persons who are experienced with installing these systems. Before you use this
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Safety and environmental notices
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Notices
on page 12
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IBM Systems Environmental Notices
IBM Documentation (https://ibm.biz/BdqxdY) contains more information about preparing the physical environment before the installation;
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IBM Storage FlashSystem 5015 LFF Control
Enclosure
IBM Storage FlashSystem 5035 LFF Control
Enclosure
IBM Storage FlashSystem 5045 LFF Control
Enclosure
IBM Storage FlashSystem 5015 SFF Control
Enclosure
IBM Storage FlashSystem 5035 SFF Control
Enclosure
IBM Storage FlashSystem 5045 SFF Control
Enclosure
on page 11
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IBM Systems Safety Notices
SSR Install
Worksheet.
MTM
2072-2N2 / 4680-2P2 / 2072-W12
2072-3N2 / 2072-X12
4680-3P2
2072-2N4 / 4680-2P4 / 2072-W24
2072-3N4 / 2072-X24
4680-3P4
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- Page 1 Overview This document describes the installation procedures for the following IBM Storage FlashSystem control enclosures. It also contains information to help you plan the system configuration. This information applies to the following machine type and model (MTM) numbers.
- Page 2 Note: You need to download the pdf on your system to view or download the worksheet. Network cable connection worksheet Use the following tables to plan and record the cable connections for each control enclosure in your system. Ethernet connections Each node canister in the control enclosure can contain up to six Ethernet ports.
- Page 3 Fibre Channel connections Record the Fibre Channel (FC) port connections in the following table. FC connectivity is optional and requires a 4-port 16 Gbps FC host interface adapter. Control Enclosure 1: FlashSystem 5015, FlashSystem 5035, and FlashSystem 5045 Left Node Canister 1 Right Node Canister 2 Link Details Port 1...
- Page 4 Unpacking and verifying the contents Before you start the installation process, ensure that the following items are available. • Philips screw driver • Box knife • Flat-blade screw driver (optional) • Three Ethernet cables The control enclosure and the following related parts are included in one box. The enclosed inventory sheet lists the part numbers of the items that were ordered.
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Page 5: Installing Enclosures
Mounting holes Bracket pins Round, threaded Unscrew the medium pins and replace them with the smaller pins that are supplied with the rails. Square Unscrew the medium pins and replace them with the large pins that are supplied with the rails. 5. -
Page 6: Connecting Sas Cables
This task applies if you are installing one or more SAS-attached 2U expansion enclosures to your system. About this task For information about 5U expansion enclosures, see IBM Documentation (https://ibm.biz/BdqxdY) for your product. The following table summarizes the supported SAS chains and enclosures for each system. Follow the guidelines to ensure that your configuration is valid. - Page 7 FlashSystem 5015 FlashSystem 5035 and FlashSystem 5045 Connect networking cables To provide connectivity for the system, you must connect networking cables to the appropriate ports on the control enclosure. Ethernet ports on each node canister provide system management connections and iSCSI host connectivity. The onboard 10 Gbps Ethernet ports use RJ-45 connections.
- Page 8 Port Type Function 12 Gb SAS ports 1 and 2 SAS Expansion only (arrow that points away from the port indicates expansion). Connecting Ethernet cables 1. Connect Ethernet port 1 of each node canister to the IP network that provides the connection to the system management interfaces. FlashSystem 5015 FlashSystem 5035 and FlashSystem 5045 Ethernet port 1 can be used for iSCSI connectivity to the system by hosts on the network.
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Page 9: Powering On The System
Powering on the system After you install all hardware components, you must power on the system and check its status. Each control enclosure has two power supply units (PSUs). To provide redundancy in a power failure, connect the power cords to separate power circuits. Attention: Do not power on the system with any open drive bays or host interface adapter slots. - Page 10 Static IPv4 Address Subnet Mask Gateway 192.168.0.2 255.255.255.0 192.168.0.1 192.168.0.1 2. Locate the Ethernet port that is labeled T on the rear of the node canister. On FlashSystem 5015 systems, Ethernet port 2 also serves as the technician port. FlashSystem 5035 and FlashSystem 5045 systems have a dedicated technician port. Table 1: Location of the technician port on a node canister FlashSystem 5015 FlashSystem 5035 and FlashSystem 5045...
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Page 11: Browser Considerations
2. Locate the IBM Systems Safety Notices document with the user publications that were provided with your system hardware. 3. Find the matching identification number in IBM Systems Safety Notices. Then, review the topics about the safety notices to ensure that you are in compliance. -
Page 12: Environmental Notices
IBM may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in other countries. Consult your local IBM representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to an IBM product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that IBM product, program, or service may be used. -
Page 13: Homologation Statement
Such information may be available, subject to appropriate terms and conditions, including in some cases, payment of a fee. The licensed program described in this document and all licensed material available for it are provided by IBM under terms of the IBM Customer Agreement, IBM International Program License Agreement or any equivalent agreement between us. -
Page 14: Canada Notice
This product is in conformity with the protection requirements of Directive 2014/30/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council on the harmonization of the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility. IBM cannot accept responsibility for any failure to satisfy the protection requirements resulting from a non-recommended modification of the product, including the fitting of non-IBM option cards. - Page 15 Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA) Notice This statement applies to products less than or equal to 20 A per phase. This statement applies to products greater than 20 A, single phase. This statement applies to products greater than 20 A per phase, three-phase. Japan Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) Notice Korea Notice People's Republic of China Notice...
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Page 16: Taiwan Notice
Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to meet FCC emission limits. IBM is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors, or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment. - Page 17 This product is in conformity with the protection requirements of Directive 2014/30/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council on the harmonization of the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility. IBM cannot accept responsibility for any failure to satisfy the protection requirements resulting from a non-recommended modification of the product, including the fitting of non-IBM option cards.
- Page 18 Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA) Notice This statement applies to products less than or equal to 20 A per phase. These statements apply to products greater than 20 A, single phase. This statement applies to products greater than 20 A per phase, three-phase.
- Page 19 Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to meet FCC emission limits. Proper cables and connectors are available from IBM-authorized dealers. IBM is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment.
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Page 20: For Your Reference
This edition applies to version 8, release 6 and to all subsequent modifications until otherwise indicated in new editions. Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2020, 2023. © US Government Users Restricted Rights – Use, duplication or disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp. (1P) P/N: 03GH855...
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