Chapter 1

Preparing and Installing

About this chapter

This chapter specifies the preparation requirements for a first-time installation of an R200. It also describes how to install the R200 in a mid-mount configuration. See the R200 Easy Installation Instructions for 2-post and 4-post rack flush-mount installation instructions.

Note
This guide does not provide instructions for configuring your new R200. See the Software Setup Guide for configuration information and instructions.

Topics in this chapter

This chapter discusses the following topics:

Required tools, equipment, and documentation
Installation rules and restrictions
Installing the hardware