PS4000 Storage Arrays Rack Mount Instructions Part Number: F464T Rev.
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Table of Contents Introduction ......................................................................................................................................1 Before You Begin ............................................................................................................................1 Installation Safety Precautions...................................................................................................1 Installation Environmental Requirements...............................
Introduction For proper operation, a PS4000 storage array must be installed in a rack. See your PS Series support provider for information about supported racks. Before You Begin Before you begin to mount an array in a rack, you must: • Read the installation safety precautions. See Installation Safety Precautions. • Make sure the rack location meets the array’s environmental requirements. See Installation Environmental Requirements. • Make sure your rack meets the rack requirements.
Table 1: PS4000 Array Specifications Specification Value Weight of fully loaded array 35 kg (77.
Rail Kit Parts The rail kit includes the parts described in Table 2. Not all parts are used in all racks. • Parts for round racks are included in bag labeled ROUND. • Parts used in multiple racks are included in the bag labeled COMMON. • No additional parts are required for tapped racks.
Steps for Mounting an Array in a Rack Follow these steps to mount a PS4000 array in a rack: 1. Change the mounting rail hardware, if necessary. 2. Determine where to place the mounting rails in the rack. 3. Attach the mounting rails to the rack. 4. Slide the chassis into the rack. 5. Attach the chassis to the brackets on the mounting rails and to the front of the mounting rails. 6. Install the bezel. These steps are described in detail in the following sections.
Figure 1 Front Pole Screw Locations Figure 1 Description Indicates the top of the PS4000 array chassis. Location of the upper mounting rail screw. Location of the captive chassis thumbscrew (between the two locator pins). Indicates the bottom of the PS4000 array chassis. The array rests on the lip of the mounting rails.
2. Orient the mounting rail in its proper position. Each rail is stamped with either “LH Front” or “RH Front.” When the rails are properly positioned, the brackets are closer to the rear of the rack and pointing up. See Figure 2. Figure 2 Adjusting the Length of a Mounting Rail 3. Attach the front of the rail to the inside of the front pole (Figure 3, callout screw, one spring washer, and one plain washer from the COMMON bag. ) using one Phillips head 4.
Step 4: Slide the Chassis into the Rack Caution: Be careful when lifting the chassis. 1. With assistance, lift the chassis and slide it into the mounting rails. Keep the chassis level. See Figure 4. 2. Make sure the chassis captive fasteners on the front of the array line up with the lower clip nuts in the front of the mounting rails.
Step 5: Attach the Chassis to the Mounting Rails Secure the chassis to the mounting rails as follows: 1. On both sides, tighten the captive fasteners on the front of the chassis into the lower clip nuts. See Figure 5. 2. On both sides, attach the rear of the chassis to the brackets on the left and right rails using the Posi screws from the COMMON bag. Insert the screws from the inside of the rack, as shown in Figure 5 (shows only one side for clarity). You must secure the array to the rear brackets.
Step 6: Install the Bezel 1. Facing the front of the rack, fit the right side of the bezel into the right side of the chassis. See Figure 6. Figure 6 Attaching the Bezel to the Chassis 2. Push the bezel toward the chassis until the left side of the bezel engages with the chassis. 3. Insert the bezel key (attached to the bezel) and turn it counter-clockwise to lock the bezel to the chassis. See Figure 7. Make sure you store the key in a safe location.
Where to Go Next See the Installation and Setup manual for information about completing the array hardware installation. Technical Support Dell's support service is available to answer your questions about PS Series arrays. If you have an Express Service Code, have it ready when you call. The code helps Dell's automated-support telephone system direct your call more efficiently. Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and service options.
