Dell PowerStore 3200T EMC PowerStore Installation and Service Guide for PowerS - Page 15
Upgrade PowerStore software, Install a SAS expansion enclosure
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Upgrade PowerStore software PowerStore systems come pre-installed with the latest version of PowerStore software that was available at the time of shipment. After installing the PowerStore system, Dell recommends upgrading the PowerStore software to the latest available version. Refer to the PowerStore Software Upgrade Guide for detailed instructions. Install a SAS expansion enclosure Take the following actions to install a SAS expansion enclosure into the system during the initial system installation or to install the first SAS expansion enclosure into a running system. NOTE: During the initial system installation, do not power on the system until you have finished cabling all of the expansion enclosures. CAUTION: On a running cluster, if you are adding an expansion enclosure after installing the first expansion enclosure during initial system installation, you must power on the new expansion enclosure before attaching the back-end cables. Summary of tasks for installing an expansion enclosure To install an expansion enclosure, complete the tasks below in the order in which they appear. This document provides instructions for completing each task. 1. Verify the contents of the shipping package. 2. Choose the space in the cabinet for the new expansion enclosure. 3. Remove the filler panels that cover the cabinet space for the new expansion enclosure. 4. Install the rails for the new expansion enclosure in the cabinet. 5. Install the expansion enclosure on the rails. 6. If the new expansion enclosure shipped without its drives installed, install the drives in the expansion enclosure. 7. Install the front bezel on the new expansion enclosure. 8. Apply cable labels. 9. Attach the expansion (back-end) cables, and then attach the power cables. Verify shipping package contents Confirm that you received all the equipment that is required to install the new expansion enclosure. Verify that you received the following: Component Expansion enclosure Quantity 1 Rail kit, including 1 Snap-in rails (2) Screws (3 per rail) CL5583 Install a new base enclosure and optional expansion enclosure 15