321 Studios GHDX2-2430S-24F4D User Manual

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Hardware Installation 
 
 
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 Chapter 2 
Hardware Installation
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2.1. Installation 
Overview 
This chapter gives detailed instructions on how to install hard disk drives and drive trays 
into the subsystem. Installation into a rack or cabinet should occur before hard drive 
installation. Please confirm that you received all of the components listed on a printed 
copy of Unpacking List included in the shipping package before proceeding with the 
installation process.  
 
2.2. Installation 
Pre-requisites 
1.  Static-free installation environment: The subsystem must be installed in a static-
free environment to minimize the possibility of electrostatic discharge (ESD) 
damage. (See Section 2.3) Use of anti-static wristband and static-control devices 
such as ionizers, is recommended. 
2.  Component check: Before installing the subsystem, you should confirm that you 
have received all of the required components by checking the package contents 
against the Unpacking List. 
3.  Memory modules: If you wish to change the pre-installed memory modules, it is 
preferred that you install the separately purchased modules during the initial 
installation stage. (See Section 2.6.2
4.  Hard drives: Up to 24 hard drives have been pre-integrated into drive trays.  On the 
rare occasion that a drive needs to be replaced, use this procedure. (See Section 2.7
5.  Cabling: All optical FC cables and SFP transceivers are user-supplied and should be 
purchased separately. (See Chapter 4