Site-readiness

The selection of a site for information technology equipment is the first consideration in planning and preparing for the installation.

Determine whether a new site is to be constructed or alterations are to be performed on an existing site. This section provides specific information on building location, structure, and space requirements for present and future needs.

Power and communication facilities must be available in the quantities that are required for operation. If these are inadequate, contact the utility company to determine whether additional services can be made available.

Pollution, flooding, radio or radar interference, and hazards that are caused by nearby industries can cause problems to information technology equipment and recorded media. Any indication of exposure in these areas should be recognized and included in the planning of the installation.

Ensure that IBM Storage Fusion appliance is installed in a restricted access location, such that the area is accessible only to skilled and instructed persons with proper authorization.

For additional environment information, see Operating environment section of Hardware Announcement AG21-0050.