Maxtor NAS 6000 Computer Drive User Manual


 
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MaxAttach NAS 6000 Getting Started
Getting Started with Base Only Systems
7: Connect Network Cables and AC Power Cords
10/16/01 -- Revision 2.0.03
7: Connect Network Cables and AC Power Cords
In this section, you will connect your NICs to your network with user-supplied NIC
cables. You will also connect the AC power cords to the equipment shelves and connect
them to user-supplied AC power strips.
Network Connections
1. Connect the appropriate NIC cables.
n Between each NIC and the network.
n At least one network connection is required.
n You can also add a network connection from the CPU I/O panel network port
to your network for administrative functions.
AC Power Connections
2. On the Base Unit back panel, make sure all the power supply ON/OFF rocker
switches are in the OFF or “O” position.
n There are two back panel switches on the Base Unit.
3. On the Base Unit back panel, connect each AC power cord.
n Two AC power cords are required for each Base Unit.
4. Route the AC power cords to user-supplied AC power strips and connect.
5. Connect each AC power strip cord to local AC power source.
n Recommend that each AC power strip be on a separate circuit.
n Recommend that an UPS power back up system be used to provide additional
system safety.