Moving Or Relocating The Ds4500 Storage Server - IBM TotalStorage DS4500 User Manual

Moving or relocating the DS4500 Storage Server

Use the following procedure to remove all component CRUs before you move or
relocate the DS4500 Storage Server.
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1. Prepare the DS4500 Storage Server for shutdown. Refer to "Turning off the
power" on page 23.
2. Label the host Fibre Channel and interface cables and disconnect them.
Attention: Handle and install fiber-optic cables properly to avoid degraded
performance or loss of communications with devices. When working with
fiber-optic cables, do not pinch them, step on them, or locate them in aisles or
walkways. Do not bend the cables to a radius of less than 38 mm (1.5 in.).
3. Disconnect all remaining cables from the DS4500 Storage Server and label
them so that you can correctly reconnect them later.
Attention: When you handle static-sensitive devices, take precautions to
avoid damage from static electricity. For details about handling static-sensitive
devices, see "Handling static-sensitive devices" on page 43.
4. Remove all CRUs from the DS4500 Storage Server. For information about
removing and replacing CRUs, see Chapter 3, "Replacing the DS4500 Storage
Server components," on page 43.
5. Remove the two screws from the inside rear of the DS4500 Storage Server;
then, remove the two screws from the inside front of the DS4500 Storage
Server. Save the screws for later. For detailed information, see the Rack
Mounting Instructions that come with the storage server.
Attention: Do not remove the black hex head screws. These secure the rails
that support your DS4500 Storage Server.
Statement 4:
≥ 18 kg (39.7 lb)
CAUTION:
Use safe practices when lifting.
6. Slide the DS4500 Storage Server out of the rack cabinet and set it on a level,
dry surface.
7. Perform one of the following tasks:
v If you are shipping the DS4500 Storage Server to another location, replace
all CRUs in the DS4500 Storage Server. Carefully pack the unit in its
original shipping container. You are finished with this procedure.
v If you are moving the DS4500 Storage Server to another rack cabinet,
remove the support rails and power cords from the old rack cabinet and
install them in the new one.
≥ 32 kg (70.5 lb) ≥ 55 kg (121.2 lb)