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E-Series Systems

Quick start for E-Series

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To get up and running with E-Series systems, you install hardware components, configure host systems, and configure storage.

One Install hardware

To install the E-Series hardware, access the Installation and Setup instructions for your storage array and shelf type:

Two Set up cabinet

If you are setting up a new cabinet for the storage array, you need to move the cabinet to its permanent location, install the hardware, and connect it to a power source. To set up the cabinet, access the following instructions:

Three Install rails

When shipped, each shelf includes rack-mounting hardware. For detailed instructions on installing the rails, select your rail types:

Four Connect cables

The Installation and Setup instructions (Step 1) include instructions for connecting cables. However, if you need lists of supported cables and transceivers, best practices for cabling, and detailed information about the host ports for your controller, access the following instructions:

Five Configure hosts

To make storage available to a host, select a guide for the host's operating system type:

Six Configure storage

To configure storage, you can access the web-based interface, System Manager, by pointing a browser to the controller's IP address. A setup wizard helps you get started with system configuration. As an alternative, you can also use the command line interface (CLI).

Select the interface you want to use: