Step 2: Install the storage system into the rack

Virtual Storage Platform One Block 20 Installation Guide

Version
A3-02-2x
Audience
anonymous
Part Number
MK-23VSP1B008-01

Install the storage system into the Hitachi Universal Rack or into a 4-post EIA 310-D compliant 19-inch rack with square mounting holes and rear-facing power distribution units (PDUs).

Note: The rail kit comes with pins that fit racks with square or circular shaped holes. Use the correct pin type for your rack.


Number Item
1 Pin for square holes
2 Pin for round holes
  • Install the rack stabilizers.
  • Confirm that the rack is secure and cannot fall over.
  • Verify that all power cables are removed from the AC power receptacles on the rear of the storage system.
  1. Attach the stopper with three screws to the rear of the rail. Repeat step for both rails.


    Number Item
    1 Stopper
    2 Screws
    3 Rail
  2. Insert pins on the front and back of the rail into the holes on the front and back of the rack, and hold in place using the rail clips. Repeat step for both sides.
  3. Install the rear side of the rail with a washer and binding screw. Repeat step for both sides.


    Number Item
    1 Pin
    2 Clip
    3 Washer and bind screw
  4. Position the controller so the front faces the front of the rack, and then slide the controller gently onto the rails. Stop sliding when the mounting flanges on the front of the controller touch the vertical face of the rack.
    Note: Check the rear of the controller chassis to make sure the chassis is fit securely into the stoppers.


    Number Item
    1 Stopper
  5. On the front of the controller chassis, attach the two bind screws and washers to each side of the rack.


    Number Item
    1 Bind screws
Install the drive boxes into the rack.