HP StorageWorks 1000i Virtual Library System - Manual (Page 28)

Installing VLS1000i cables
1. Connect a standard Ethernet (CAT-5e or better) cable from your local IP network (LAN) to the
10/100/1000 NIC 1 (RJ-45) connector ( Figure 10 ).
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1 NIC connector (RJ–45) 1 2 AC power connector
Figure 10 Appliance rear view
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not plug telephone
or telecommunications connectors into RJ-45 (NIC) connectors.
For best results, HP strongly recommends that you use a dedicated GbE network to share the storage
resources on the VLS among multiple backup servers.
To ensure optimum performance, always use the appropriate patch cables to connect the VLS to the
backup-server storage network. To select the appropriate cables, use the following guidelines:
• You must use Category 5e (or better) cables for GbE connections.
• If you intend to connect the VLS to a 100 BaseT network, use Category 5 (or better) shielded
(screened) or unshielded 100-ohm twisted-pair RJ-45 network cables.
• The maximum length of cable for any Ethernet-based network connection is 328 feet (100
meters).
NOTE:
For smaller environments, you can attach the VLS directly to a single application/backup server
without the user of a switch. If the server has a Gbit connection you can do this using a standard
Category 5E cable, but if the server has a 10/100Mbit connection then you need a special
LAN cross-over cable (not included).
2. Connect the appliance power supply AC power connector to an AC power source using the power
cable provided ( Figure 10 ).
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the equipment:
• Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. The grounding plug is an important
safety feature.
• Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) electrical outlet that is easily accessible
at all times.
• Unplug the power cord from the power supply to disconnect power to the equipment.
• Do not route the power cord where it can be walked on or pinched by items placed
against it. Pay particular attention to the plug, electrical outlet, and the point where
the cord extends from the node.
3. Press the power button located on the front of the appliance.
28 Setting up the VLS1000i hardware