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EXP2512 and EXP2524 Express Storage Enclosures Installation, User's, and
Maintenance Guide for additional information.
You are responsible for downloading or obtaining from IBM, and installing designated
Machine Code (microcode, basic input/output system code (called "BIOS"), utility
programs, device drivers, and diagnostics delivered with an IBM machine) and other
software updates in a timely manner from an IBM Internet website or from other
electronic media, and following the instructions that IBM provides. You may request
IBM to install Machine Code changes; however, you may be charged for that service.
Cable orders
RAID Controller and daisy-chain connections
Cables are required to connect an EXP2500 to a RAID controller port and to connect
an EXP2500 to another EXP2500 in a daisy-chain configuration.
The EXP2500 requires a mini SAS 4x cable terminated with an SFF-8088 connector.
As a convenience, a limited selection of cables can be ordered with an EXP2500:
• 1 m SAS Cable
• 3 m SAS Cable
Refer to the Product number section for feature numbers and part numbers.
In many situations, the required lengths and installation of host attachment cables
will be unique to each customer's configuration and facility specifications. IBM
Network Integration and Deployment Services, offered by IBM Global Services, can
provide assistance for these unique cabling and installation requirements.
Enclosure management
Cables are required if the EXP2500 will be managed "out of band" using the 10/100
Mbps Ethernet management port.
The EXP2500 requires a Category 5 or Category 5E Ethernet cable terminated
with an 8P8C modular connector (RJ45 compatible connector). This cable must be
supplied by the customer and is not available for ordering with an EXP2500.
Security, auditability, and control
This product uses the security and auditability features of host hardware.
The customer is responsible for evaluation, selection, and implementation of security
features, administrative procedures, and appropriate controls in application systems
and communications facilities.
Global Technology Services
Contact your IBM representative for the list of selected services available in your
country, either as standard or customized offerings, for the efficient installation,
implementation, and/or integration of this product.
IBM Electronic Services
IBM has transformed its delivery of hardware and software support services to
help you achieve higher system availability. Electronic Services is a Web-enabled
solution that offers an exclusive, no-additional-charge enhancement to the service
and support available for IBM servers. These services are designed to provide
the opportunity for greater system availability with faster problem resolution
and preemptive monitoring. Electronic Services comprises two separate, but
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