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Dell PowerStore Installation and Service Guide for PowerStore 1000, 1200, 3000, 3200, 5000, 5200, 7000, 9000, and 9200

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Summary of tasks for adding an expansion enclosure

To add an expansion enclosure to a running system, complete the tasks below in the order in which they appear. This document provides instructions for completing each task.

NOTE:When adding an expansion enclosure to a running system, you must power on the expansion enclosure before attaching the back-end cables.
  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. Install the cable management arms.
  7. Apply cable labels.
  8. Route the data cables and power cords through the cable management arms.
  9. Attach the power cables to the new expansion enclosure.
  10. Close the cable management arms.
  11. Test the cable management arms.
  12. Plug the power cables into the power source.
  13. Attach the expansion (back-end) cables to the new expansion enclosure.
  14. If the new expansion enclosure shipped without its drives installed, install the drives in the expansion enclosure.
  15. Install the front bezel on the new expansion enclosure.

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