20 Sun StorageTek 2500 Series Array Hardware Installation Guide • March 2007
To see a list of the hardware components that can be replaced at the customer site
refer to Service Advisor in the Sun StorageTek Common Array Manager software.
The Service Advisor also provides information and procedures for replacing array
components.
Overview of the Installation Process
Before you begin to install the array, you must do the following:
■ Read the Sun StorageTek 2500 Series Array Release Notes for any late-breaking
information related to the installation of the array.
■ Prepare the site as described in these books:
■ Sun StorageTek 2500 Series Array Regulatory and Safety Compliance Manual
■ Sun StorageTek 2500 Series Array Site Preparation Guide
The following checklist (
TABLE 1-8) outlines all of the tasks required for installing the
Sun StorageTek 2500 Array hardware and tells you where you can find detailed
procedures. To ensure a successful installation, perform the tasks in the order in
which they are presented.
TABLE 1-8 Sun StorageTek 2500 Series Array Hardware Installation Checklist
Step Installation Task Where to Find Procedure
1. Unpack the cabinet and move it into
position.
Unpacking guide attached to the outside of
the shipping carton
2. Install and secure the cabinet. • Sun StorageTek Expansion Cabinet Installation
and Service Manual
• Sun Rack Installation Guide
3. Unpack the rackmounting kit and
check its contents.
“Preparing the Universal Rail Kit” on page 24
4. Unpack the tray box and check its
contents.
“Preparing the Tray” on page 25
5. Prepare the cabinet for installation. “Preparing the Cabinet” on page 26
6. Attach the rails to the cabinet. “Attaching the Rails to a Cabinet” on page 27
7. Mount the controller tray and
expansion trays in the cabinet.
“Installing a Tray in a Cabinet” on page 37
8. Attach the power cables. “Connecting the Power Cables” on page 42
9. Cable the controller tray and
expansion trays.
“Intertray Cabling” on page 42