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Installation requirements - AFF A70 and AFF A90

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Review the equipment needed and the lifting precautions for your AFF A70 or AFF A90 storage system and storage shelves.

Equipment needed for install

To install your storage system, you need the following equipment and tools.

  • Access to a Web browser to configure your storage system

  • Electrostatic discharge (ESD) strap

  • Flashlight

  • Laptop or console with a USB/serial connection

  • Phillips #2 screwdriver

Lifting precautions

Storage systems and shelves are heavy. Exercise caution when lifting and moving these items.

Storage system weight

Take the necessary precautions when moving or lifting your storage system.

The storage system can weigh up to 151.68 lbs (68.8 kg). To lift the storage system, use four people or a hydraulic lift.

AFF A90 AFF A70 and C80 weight caution icon

Shelf weight

Take the necessary precautions when moving or lifting your shelf.

An NS224 shelf can weigh up to 66.78 lbs (30.29 kg). To lift the shelf, use two people or a hydraulic lift. Keep all components in the shelf (both front and rear) to prevent unbalancing the shelf weight.

NS224 NSM100 lifting caution
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What's next?

After you've reviewed the hardware requirements, you prepare to install your AFF A70 or AFF A90 storage system.