Step 2: Connect The Ps5500 To The Network - Dell EqualLogic PS Series Installation And Setup

Installation and Setup
3. Route the cables along the one-arm assembly (connected to the top of the left
and right rails), going from number 5 to number 6 in Figure 2-10.
After routing the cables, the installation should resemble Figure 2-12
Figure 2-12: Cables Attached to the Cable Management System
Note: Do not turn on power to the array. At this time, the power cables are only
for grounding purposes. Once you connect a power supply to a source of
power, the array will enter standby mode.
In standby mode, the array is fully grounded, and some array components
are supplied with power. For example, the power button is lit and the LCD
panel displays "standby." However, disks and control modules are not sup-
plied with power, and the array is not operational.

Step 2: Connect the PS5500 to the Network

A PS5500 array includes two control modules. Each control module has three
network interface ports, labeled Ethernet 0, Ethernet 1, and Ethernet 2.
One functioning network connection is required for array operation. Multiple
network connections are recommended for performance and high availability. See
Table 2-1 for additional network recommendations.
Obtain two to six network cables. Network cables are not included in the PS5500
array shipping box. Supported cables include Category 5E or Category 6 cables
with RJ45 connectors. Use Category 5 cables only if they meet the TIA/EIA
TSB95 standard.
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