Safely install and operate your Azure Data Box

To reduce the risk of bodily injury, electrical shock, fire, and equipment damage, read the following safety instructions and observe all warnings and precautions in this article before unpacking, installing, or maintaining this device.

Safety icon conventions

The signal words for hazard alerting signs are:

Icon	Description
	DANGER: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
	WARNING: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
	CAUTION: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

Hazard symbols identified in the manual are:

Icon	Description
or	Read all instructions first
	Hazard symbol
	Tip hazard
	Overload tip hazard
	Overload tip hazard
	Electric shock hazard
	Hot surface hazard
	Rotating Fan Blade hazard
	No user serviceable parts. Don't access unless properly trained.
	Crush or pinching hazard
	Multiple persons or mechanical aid might be necessary due to weight hazard.

Installation and handling precautions

DANGER:

• Before you begin to unpack the equipment, to prevent hazardous situations resulting in death, serious injury and/or property damage, read, and follow all warnings and instructions.
• Inspect the as-received equipment for damages. If the equipment enclosure is damaged, contact Microsoft Support to obtain a replacement. Don't attempt to operate the device.

CAUTION:

• If you suspect the device is malfunctioning, contact Microsoft Support to obtain a replacement. Don't attempt to service the equipment.
• Always wear the appropriate clothing to protect skin from sharp metal edges and avoid sliding any metal edges against skin. Always wear appropriate eye protection to avoid injury from objects that might become airborne.
• Laser peripherals or devices might be present. To avoid risk or radiation exposure and/or personal injury, don't open the enclosure of any laser peripheral or device. Laser peripherals or devices aren't serviceable. Only use certified and rated Laser Class I for optical transceiver products.

WARNING:

• When installing into an equipment rack, the rack must be anchored to an unmovable support to prevent it from tipping before the rack-mounted equipment is installed or extended from it. The equipment rack must be installed according to the rack manufacturer's instructions.
• When using an equipment rack, the rack might tip over causing serious personal injury. Verify the equipment rack is anchored to the floor and/or bayed to its adjacent equipment racks before installing, extending, or removing equipment. Failure to do so could allow the rack system to tip over leading to death, injury, or damage.
• When installed into an equipment rack, don't extend more than one equipment (for example, storage or server) from the rack at one time to prevent the equipment rack from becoming dangerously unstable.

WARNING:

• A fully configured enclosure can weigh up to 50 lbs (22.7 kg); don't try to lift it by yourself. Be aware that any attempts to lift this weight can cause severe injuries.
• Conform to local occupational health and safety requirements when moving and lifting this equipment. Use mechanical assistance or other suitable assistance when moving and lifting equipment.

WARNING:

• This equipment isn't to be used as shelves or work spaces. Don't place objects on top of the equipment. Adding any type of load to a rack or wall mounted equipment can create a potential tip or crush hazard which could lead to injury, death, or product damage.

CAUTION:

• Parts enclosed within panels containing this symbol contain no user-serviceable parts. Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside. Don't open. Return to manufacturer for servicing.
  Open a ticket with Microsoft Support.
• The equipment contains coin cell batteries. There's a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.

CAUTION:

• If the equipment has been running, any installed component, processor(s), and heat sink(s) might be hot. Allow the equipment to cool before opening the cover to avoid the possibility of coming into contact with hot component(s). Ensure that you're wearing proper personal protective equipment (PPE) with suitable thermal insulation when hot-swapping any components.

CAUTION:

• CAUTION: Avoid wearing loose clothing items, jewelry, or loose long hair when working near an actively spinning fan.

WARNING:

• The system is designed to operate in a controlled environment. Choose a site that is:
  • Indoors, not exposed to moisture or rain.
  • Well ventilated and away from sources of heat including direct sunlight and radiators.
  • Located in a space that minimizes vibration and physical shock.
  • Isolated from strong electromagnetic fields produced by electrical devices.
  • Provided with properly grounded outlets.
  • Provided with sufficient space to access the power supply cord, because it serves as the product's main power disconnect.
• To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, install the equipment/system in a temperature-controlled indoor area free of conductive contaminants. Don't place the equipment near liquids or in an excessively humid environment.
• Don't allow any liquid or any foreign object to enter the device. Don't place beverages or any other liquid containers on or near the device.

CAUTION:

• Elevated operating ambient - If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment might be greater than room ambient. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the equipment in an environment compatible with the maximum ambient temperature (Tma is 45°C) specified by the manufacturer.
• Reduced air flow - Installation of the equipment in a rack should be such that the amount of air flow required for safe operation of the equipment isn't compromised. Carefully route cables as directed to minimize airflow blockage and cooling problems.

NOTICE:

• For the proper operation of your device and to prevent product damage, ensure that the front and back doors are fully open while the device is running.

Electrical precautions

WARNING:

• Hazardous voltage, current, or energy levels are present inside this equipment and any component displaying this symbol: Don't service the equipment until all input power is removed, unless directed otherwise by the service instructions in an accompanying document for the component being serviced. To remove all input power, the equipment power cable must be disconnected from the AC electrical mains supply. Don’t remove cover or barrier on any component that contains this label: Servicing should only be performed by qualified trained technicians.

WARNING:

• Don’t install equipment into a rack or on a wall while they’re energized with external cables.
• Ensure power cords aren’t crushed or damaged during installation.
• Provide a safe electrical earth connection to the power supply cord. The AC cord has a three-wire grounding plug (a plug that has a grounding contact). This plug fits only a grounded AC outlet. Don’t defeat the purpose of the grounding contact.
• Given that the plug on the power supply cord is the main disconnect device, ensure that the socket outlets are located near the equipment and are easily accessible.
• Unplug the power cord (by pulling the plug, not the cord) and disconnect all cables if any of the following conditions exist:
  • The power cord or plug becomes frayed or otherwise damaged
  • You spill something into the device casing
  • The device is exposed to rain, excess moisture, or other liquids. The device has been dropped and the device casing is damaged
  • You suspect the device needs service or repair
• Permanently unplug the unit before you move it or if you think it has become damaged in any way.
• Provide a suitable power source with electrical overload protection to meet the power specifications shown on the equipment rating label provided with the equipment.
• Don’t attempt to modify or use AC power cord(s) other than the ones provided with the equipment.

WARNING:

• To reduce the risk of electrical shock, injury from moving parts, damage, or loss of data, always make sure to disconnect the equipment from the AC electrical source when working inside the equipment. Powering down the system doesn’t ensure there’s no electrical activity inside the equipment.

Electrostatic precautions

NOTICE:

• Electrostatic discharge (ESD) and ESD protection: ESD can damage drives, boards, and other parts. We recommend that you perform all procedures in this chapter only at an ESD work- station. If one isn’t available, provide some ESD protection by wearing an antistatic wrist strap attached to chassis ground any unpainted metal surface on the equipment when handling parts.
• ESD and handling boards: Always handle boards carefully. They can be extremely sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD). Hold boards only by their edges. After removing a board from its protective wrapper or from the equipment, place the board component side up on a grounded, static-free surface. Use a conductive foam pad if available but not the board wrapper. Don’t slide board over any surface.
• Wear a grounded wrist strap. If none is available, discharge any personal static electricity by touching the bare metal chassis of the server, or the bare metal body of any other grounded device.
• Humid environments tend to have less static electricity than dry environments. A grounding strap is warranted whenever danger of static electricity exists.

NOTICE:

• Leave all replacement components inside their static-proof packaging until you’re ready to use them.

Regulatory information

Regulatory model numbers: DB050

This equipment is designed for use with NRTL Listed (UL, CSA, ETL, etc.), and IEC/EN 60950-1 or IEC/EN 62368-1 compliant (CE marked) Information Technology equipment.

This equipment is designed to operate in the following environment:

• Temperature specifications
  • Operating temperature: 32° to 113° F (0° to 45° C)
  • Storage temperature: -40° to 140° F (-40° to 60° C)
• Relative humidity specifications
  • Operating relative humidity: 5% to 80% (noncondensing)
  • Storage relative humidity: 5% to 95% (noncondensing)
• Maximum altitude specifications
  • Operating: 10,000 ft (3,050 m)
  • Nonoperating: 30,000 ft (9,144 m)

For electrical supply ratings, refer to the equipment rating label provided with the unit.

NOTICE: Changes or modifications made to the equipment not expressly approved by Microsoft might void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

USA and Canada

NOTICE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, might cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at their own expense.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device might not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that might cause undesired operation of the device.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.

CAN ICES(A)/NMB(A)

Microsoft Corporation, One Microsoft Way, Redmond, WA 98052, USA.

United States: (800) 426-9400

Canada: (800) 933-4750

European Union

WARNING:

• This device is a class A product. In a domestic environment, this product might cause radio interference in which case the user might be required to take adequate measures.

Disposal of Waste Batteries and Electrical & Electronic Equipment:

This symbol on the product or its batteries or its packaging means that this product and any batteries it contains must not be disposed of with your household waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to hand it over to an applicable collection point for the recycling of batteries and electrical and electronic equipment. This separate collection and recycling will help to conserve natural resources and prevent potential negative consequences for human health and the environment due to the possible presence of hazardous substances in batteries and electrical and electronic equipment, which could be caused by inappropriate disposal. For more information about where to drop off your batteries and electrical and electronic waste, please contact your local city/municipality office, your household waste disposal service, or the shop where you purchased this product. Contact erecycle@microsoft.com for additional information on WEEE.

This product might contain Lithium-Ion and/or Lithium Metal battery(ies). The batteries contained in this product comply with regulatory requirements of EU REGULATION (EU) 2023/1542 as applicable.

Microsoft Ireland Sandyford Ind Est Dublin D18 KX32 IRL

Telephone number: +353 1 295 3826

Fax number: +353 1 706 4110

China

警告:在居住环境中,运行此设备可能会造成无线电干扰。

产品中有害物质或元素的名称及含量根据中国《电器电子产品有害物质限制使用管理办法》

China Declaration of Compliance

Management Methods on Control of Pollution from Electronic Information Products

Hazardous Substances Table:

Japan

この装置は、クラスA機器です。この装置を住宅環境で使用すると電波妨害を引き起こすことがあります。この場合には使用者が適切な対策を講ずるよう要求されることがあります。

South Korea

A 급 기기(업무용 정보통신기기)

이 기기는 업무용으로 전자파적합등록을 한 기기이오니 판매자 또는 사용자는 이 점을 주의하시기 바라며, 만약 잘못 판매 또는 구입하였을 때에는 가정용으로 교환하시기 바랍니다.

READ SAFETY AND HEALTH INFORMATION

Read all the safety information in this article before you use Azure Data Box. Failure to follow instructions could result in fire, electric shock, or other injuries, or damage to your properties.

Safety icon conventions

Here are the icons that you'll find when you review the safety precautions to be observed when setting up and running your Data Box.

Icon	Description
DANGER!	Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, result in death or serious injury. This signal word is to be limited to the most extreme situations.
WARNING!	Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION!	Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE:	Indicates information considered important, but not hazard-related.
Electrical Shock Hazard	High voltage.
Heavy Weight
No User Serviceable Parts	Don't access unless properly trained.
Read All Instructions First
Tip Hazard

Handling precautions

CAUTION

• Inspect the as-received device for damages. If the device enclosure is damaged, contact Microsoft Support to obtain a replacement. Don't attempt to operate the device.
• The device is equipped with tamper-proof screws. If you suspect the device is malfunctioning, contact Microsoft Support to obtain a replacement. Don't attempt to service the device.
• The device contains no user-serviceable parts. Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside. Don't open. Return the device to Microsoft for servicing.

WARNING!

• A fully configured enclosure can weigh up to 22.7 kg (50 lbs); don't try to lift it by yourself.
• Before moving the enclosure, always ensure that two people are available to handle the weight. Be aware that one person attempting to lift this weight can sustain injuries.

WARNING!

• Place the device on a flat, hard, and stable surface to avoid a potential tip hazard.
• Rack-mounted equipment isn't to be used as shelves or work spaces. Don't place the Data Box on top of rack-mounted equipment. Adding any type of load to an extended rack-mounted unit can create a potential tip hazard that could lead to injury, death, or product damage.

WARNING!

• Set up the device in a work area allowing for adequate air circulation around the device.
• Install the device in a temperature-controlled indoor area free of conductive contaminants and allow for adequate air circulation around the device.
• Keep the device away from sources of liquid and excessively humid environments.

Electrical precautions

WARNING!

• Provide a safe electrical earth connection to the power supply cord. The AC cord has a three-wire grounding plug (a plug that has a grounding pin). This plug fits only a grounded AC outlet. Don't defeat the purpose of the grounding pin.

• Given that the plug on the power supply cord is the main disconnect device, ensure that the socket outlets are located near the device and are easily accessible.

• Unplug the power cord (by pulling the plug, not the cord) and disconnect all cables if any of the following conditions exist:

  • The power cord or plug becomes frayed or otherwise damaged.
  • You spill something into the device casing.
  • The device is exposed to rain or excess moisture.
  • The device was dropped and the device casing is damaged.
  • You suspect the device needs service or repair.

• Permanently unplug the unit before you move it or if you think it is damaged in any way.

• Provide a suitable power source with electrical overload protection to meet the following power specifications:

  • Voltage: 100 V AC to 240 V AC
  • Current: 6 A, maximum
  • Frequency: 50 Hz to 60 Hz

CAUTION:

• This device contains coin cell batteries. Don't attempt to service the device. Batteries in this device aren't user serviceable.
• For service personnel only: Risk of Explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of the used batteries according to instructions.

NOTICE:

For the proper operation of your device and to prevent product damage:

• Ensure that the front and back doors are fully open while the device is running.

Regulatory information

This section contains regulatory information for Azure Data Box, regulatory model number DB010.

This device is:

• Evaluated as Information Technology Equipment (ITE), designed to operate in a typical data room environment. The suitability of this product for other environments may require further evaluation.
• Designed for use with NRTL Listed (UL, CSA, ETL, etc.), and IEC/EN 60950-1 or IEC/EN 62368-1 compliant (CE marked) Information Technology equipment.
• Designed to operate in the following environment.
  • Operating temperature: 50° to 95° F (10° to 35° C)
  • Storage temperature: -4° to 122° F (-20° to 50° C)
  • Relative humidity: 15% to 85% (noncondensing)
  • Operating altitude: Tested up to 6,500 feet (0 meters to 2,000 meters)

For electrical supply ratings, refer to the device rating label provided with the unit.

NOTICE:

Changes or modifications made to the device not expressly approved by Microsoft may void the user’s authority to operate the device.

CANADA and USA:

NOTICE:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user is required to correct the interference at their own expense.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standards. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

CAN ICES-3(A)/NMB-3(A)

Microsoft Corporation, One Microsoft Way, Redmond, WA 98052, USA.

United States: (800) 426-9400

Canada: (800) 933-4750

EUROPEAN UNION:

Request a copy of the EU Declaration of Conformity.

WARNING:

This device is a class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

Disposal of waste batteries and electrical and electronic equipment:

This symbol on the product or its batteries or its packaging means that this product and any batteries it contains must not be disposed of with your household waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to hand this over to an applicable collection point for the recycling of batteries and electrical and electronic equipment. This separate collection and recycling will help to conserve natural resources and prevent potential negative consequences for human health and the environment due to the possible presence of hazardous substances in batteries and electrical and electronic equipment, which could be caused by inappropriate disposal. For more information about where to drop off your batteries and electrical and electronic waste, contact your local city/municipality office, your household waste disposal service, or the shop where you purchased this product. Contact erecycle@microsoft.com for additional information on WEEE.

This product contains coin cell battery(ies).

Microsoft Ireland Sandyford Industrial Estate Dublin D18 KX32 IRL

Telephone number: +353 1 295 3826

Fax number: +353 1 706 4110

Japan