This section describes how to setup and install the Dell™ PowerVault™ 35F. This includes unpacking the PowerVault
35F for the first time, factors to consider when installing the PowerVault 35F and connecting to different types of
devices. Read this section carefully and completely before working with the PowerVault 35F.

A number of factors need to be considered in planning the installation of the PowerVault 35F. These factors include
the location of the unit, the use of the unit, and the type of devices to which the unit will be attached.

Location

The PowerVault 35F bridge can be placed on a desktop or mounted in a standard Dell rack depending on the specific
requirements of the installation. The operating environment should meet the requirements found in

Introducing the

PowerVault 35F

. If you plan to use the bridge on a tabletop, attach the stick-on feet to the bottom of the bridge to

protect the surface.

NOTE: The PowerVault 35F contains a cooling fan mounted in the rear of the enclosure and intake vents on the

front of the enclosure. The rear fan vent and the front intake vents should remain clear of obstructions to ensure
proper airflow.

Unpacking the Box

1. Remove all items from the shipping container. Check each one for damage. Keep the PowerVault 35F in the

protective bag until you are ready to install it.

2. Refer to the packing slip or contents list to make sure you received all the equipment you ordered. If an item is

missing, contact your Dell sales representative immediately.

3. Select a location that ensures the front intake vents and rear fan are clear of obstructions so air flows freely

through the bridge.

4. Do not connect any devices or cables to the PowerVault 35F until the device is secured in a Dell rack or placed

securely on a flat, level surface.

Interfaces and Connections

There are four types of physical interfaces to the PowerVault 35F:

Fibre Channel
SCSI
RS-232 (Serial port)
Ethernet

The RS-232 and Ethernet ports are used primarily for PowerVault 35F configuration and management. MIB
information for each interface is discussed in

Management Information Base (MIB)