Dell EqualLogic PS6210 Setup Poster

Setting Up a PS Series Storage Array

PS6210 Installation 4 Install the Array into a Rack Before You Begin Warning! The array is heavy. Do not attempt to lift the array without assistance. This poster is a condensed reference. Read the PS6210 Storage Arrays Installation and Setup Guide (provided in the box) for complete installation information. Mount the array into a four-post, 19-inch rack. Register for a Dell™ Equal Logic® Customer Support Account. 1. Slide the array onto the rails. If you do not have a customer service support account, go to eqlsupport.dell.com/secure/login.aspx and create one. 2. Hand-tighten the thumbscrews to the front of the rack. Download and Read the Release Notes from the Support Site. The PS Series Storage Arrays Release Notes contain the latest product information. Review Safety Guidelines. Review the safety instructions in your Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Information booklet located in the shipping box. Prepare for Installation:  Environmental requirements Make sure the installation location meets the power, cooling, and ventilation requirements described in the PS6210 Storage Arrays Installation and Setup Guide (located in the shipping box).  Networking requirements - Standard Ethernet and TCP/IP networking rules apply to a PS Series SAN - 10 Gigabit Ethernet  Hardware requirements (not supplied) - Standard 19-inch, four-post rack - For Ethernet connections (use a minimum of one 10Gb E port per controller):  With the 10GBASE-T port, CAT6 (or better) cable for up to 55 meters, CAT6A for up to 100 meters  With the SFP+ port, optical cable or copper SFP+ cable - For Management connections (optional): CAT5 cable with RJ45 connector

1 Unpack the Shipping Box

Software Configuration PS Series Storage Arrays

PS Series Groups

Multi-Member PS Series Group Step 1: Install the Host Integration Tools Step 2: Collect Configuration Information

Software Configuration Methods Group1 in the following tables. To configure the PS Series software, you need the information Step 3: Run the Remote Setup Wizard

Subnet mask Array IP address Member name Array Configuration

Caution: Protect sensitive hardware. Use an electrostatic RAID policy Default gateway

Step 4: Start Using the SAN

Administration Group name Group IP address Membership Group Configuration

CHAP password CHAP user name password

wrist strap or a similar form of protection when handling hardware.

Where to Go Next

Shipping box contents:

 Setup poster (this document) 5 Install the Front Bezel

Installation & Setup Manual PS SERIES STORAGE ARRAYS

 Rail kit (if ordered)

 Power cables 1. Hold the bezel with the array model number and Dell logo upright.  Documentation 2. Hook the right end of the bezel onto the right side of the chassis.  PS Series Storage Array 3. Swing the left end of the bezel toward the left side of the chassis. 4. Press the bezel into place until the release latch closes. 5. Using the provided key, lock the front bezel. Store the key in a safe place.

2 Remove the Front Bezel 1. Using the bezel key, unlock the bezel. 2. Holding the bezel, lift the latch on the left side of the bezel and swing the left side away from the array. 3. Lift the right side of the bezel off the right side of the array. 4. Set the bezel aside.

3 Install the Rails into the Rack 1. Remove the rail kit from the shipping box. 2. Install the rails into the rack. See the Rack Installation setup poster for detailed instructions.