Preparing the site (SG5700)
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Before installing the appliance, you must make sure that the site and the cabinet or rack you plan to use meet the specifications for a StorageGRID appliance.
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Confirm that the site meets the requirements for temperature, humidity, altitude range, airflow, heat dissipation, wiring, power, and grounding. See the NetApp Hardware Universe for more information.
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If you are installing the SG5760 model, confirm that your location provides 240-volt AC power.
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Obtain a 19-inch (48.3-cm) cabinet or rack to fit shelves of this size (without cables):
Appliance model Height Width Depth Maximum weight SG5712
(12 drives)
3.41 in.
(8.68 cm)
17.6 in.
(44.7 cm)
21.1 in.
(53.6 cm)
63.9 lb
(29.0 kg)
SG5760
(60 drives)
6.87 in.
(17.46 cm)
17.66 in.
(44.86 cm)
38.25 in.
(97.16 cm)
250 lb.
(113 kg)
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Install any required network switches. See the NetApp Interoperability Matrix Tool for compatibility information.