StorageWorks Family, SF200 DECarray Installation Guide

This document, titled "StorageWorks Family SF200 DECarray Installation Guide" (Order Number: EK–SF2XX–IG. D01), is a technical manual published by Digital Equipment Corporation.

It provides comprehensive instructions for qualified personnel on how to install and configure the SF200 DECarray cabinet, along with SF-series storage enclosures (SF3x and SF7x disk enclosures) and TF-series magazine tape Integrated Storage Elements (ISEs) within it.

The guide covers:

• Product Overview and Specifications: Descriptions and technical specifications for the DECarray cabinet and SF-series storage enclosures.
• Site Preparation: Requirements for the installation environment, including power, space, and grounding.
• Physical Installation: Detailed steps for unpacking, removing from the shipping pallet, positioning, and leveling the DECarray cabinet.
• Configuration Types: Installation procedures for various system configurations, including single-system, DSSI VAXcluster, and stripeset setups.
• Component Installation: Step-by-step instructions for installing SF3x disk enclosures, SF7x disk enclosures, and TF-series magazine tape ISEs into the DECarray cabinet, covering aspects like slide mount installation, power connections, and DSSI node ID settings.
• Cabling and Labeling: Extensive information on connecting DSSI cables for different configurations and applying appropriate labels to cables and operator control panels (OCPs).
• Powering Up and Verification: Procedures for applying power to the cabinet and individual storage components, followed by steps for final verification of correct operation.
• Upgrade Kits and System Conversion: Instructions for installing SF3x-HK and SF7x-UK upgrade kits, and for converting a single-system configuration to a DSSI VAXcluster setup.
• VAX 4000 System Integration: Specific guidelines for installing the DECarray cabinet with VAX 4000 systems.
• Troubleshooting: A dedicated section to diagnose and resolve common installation-related problems for storage enclosures and magazine tape ISEs.

The manual emphasizes safety precautions, including electrostatic discharge (ESD) procedures and proper handling of heavy equipment. It is intended for trained service personnel rather than end-users.