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This document provides instructions for installing and customizing the configuration
of your IBM TotalStorage DS4500 Storage Subsystem. It also provides maintenance
procedures and troubleshooting information.
Who should read this document
This document is intended for system operators and service technicians who have
extensive knowledge of Fibre Channel and network technology.
How this document is organized
Chapter 1, “Introduction,” on page 1 describes the IBM TotalStorage DS4500
Storage Subsystem. This chapter includes an inventory checklist and an overview
of the storage subsystem features, operating specifications, and components.
Chapter 2, “Installing the storage subsystem,” on page 21 contains information on
how to install the DS4500 Storage Subsystem in a standard rack cabinet and
setting the interface options.
Chapter 3, “Cabling the storage subsystem,” on page 47 contains fibre channel and
power cabling information for the DS4500 Storage Subsystem.
Chapter 4, “Operating the storage subsystem,” on page 117 contains information on
how to power on and off the DS4500 Storage Subsystem, recover from an
overheated power supply and fan unit, troubleshoot, and interpret LEDs.
Chapter 5, “Replacing components,” on page 145 contains step-by-step instructions
about how to install or remove customer replaceable units (CRUs), such as power
supply, fan and communications module, redundant array of independent disk
(RAID) controllers, battery unit, mini hubs, and storage subsystem fan.
Chapter 6, “Hardware maintenance,” on page 163 describes problems and
symptoms that are specific to the DS4500 Storage Subsystem. It also provides a
parts list for the DS4500 Storage Subsystem.
Appendix A, “Records,” on page 167 provides a table that you can use to record
and update important information about your DS4500 Storage Subsystem, including
serial number and device records.
Appendix B, “Rack mounting template,” on page 171 provides the rack mounting
templates for installation of the DS4500 Storage Subsystem. If you want to tear out
the templates from the document for use during installation, use these copies of the
templates.
Appendix C, “Power cords,” on page 175 lists power cord information for the
DS4500 Storage Subsystem.
Appendix D, “Additional DS4000 documentation,” on page 179 lists additional
DS4000
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documents.
Appendix E, “Accessibility,” on page 189 details accessibility information.
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