IBM TotalStorage DR550 SMB Version 1.0 ------ 27 May 2005 Page 17
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Site Preparation and Planning
Before you install the IBM TotalStorage DR550 SMB, we recommend that you consider several
things to avoid problems during the installation and configuration. The DR550 SMB comes with
preloaded and preconfigured software. No changes should be made to the software during the
installation.
The DR550 SMB will ship as separate components. You will need to consider rack requirements,
power, cooling and security as you plan the installation. The DR550 SMB requires either 5U or 6U
of space in a rack. It is recommended that you place the flat panel monitor in the middle of the rack
for ease of use. Locations 21 or 22 are comfortable for many people. You can install the monitor at
any location that best meets your needs. The server should be installed within a few EIA units of the
monitor. You may want consider installing the server just below the monitor if space is available. I
can also go above the monitor if desired. If you have ordered the “tape ready” configuration, then
the 2005-H08 SAN Switch should be installed immediately between the monitor and server. This is
ensure that no warm air is allowed to circulate back to the front of the rack.
You will need to review the available power within the rack. The server requires a single line code,
while the monitor requires two line cords (one for the monitor, one for the LCM switch). A single line
cord is also required for the SAN Switch.
The table below shows selected factory IP address settings and provides a column to enter the IP
addresses to be used later when configuring the DR550 SMB. Other IP addresses within DR550 do
not need to be changed.
IP Description IP Address from Factory IP Address in Network
drs_engine 192.168.1.5
Refer to Configuring the System (P5 520 Server) section for additional information on IP
addresses used for the DR550 SMB.
Cabling to the customer’s Ethernet / IP Network
The DR550 SMB provides for connecting to the customers Ethernet network using either
10/100/1000 copper connections or gigabit fibre connections. For DR550 SMB, only one Ethernet
connection is needed. Typically, it is expected that the customer will connect the DR550 to their
existing network, including existing customer provided Ethernet switches.
The following diagrams show the connections from an Ethernet perspective. The type of connection
(copper or fiber optic) is based on the adapter in the DR550 SMB. This choice is made when the
DR550 SMB is ordered.
