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OpenFlex™ F3x00 and E3000
1ET2212
Version 1.1
December 2020

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  • Page 1 User Guide OpenFlex™ F3x00 and E3000 1ET2212 Version 1.1 December 2020...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    User Guide Table of Contents Table of Contents Revision History............................ iv Notices..............................v Points of Contact..........................vi Chapter 1. Overview......................1 OpenFlex F3x00 and E3000........................2 Servicing Features.........................3 Composable Infrastructures......................3 NVMe-oF............................4 Supported SKUs..........................4 System Architecture Overview......................5 System High Speed Data Ingest Architecture................5 System Thermal and Cooling......................
  • Page 3 User Guide Table of Contents Chassis Specifications......................... 21 PSU..............................22 PSU Specifications........................22 Fan Module............................23 Fan Module Specifications......................23 BMC Module............................24 BMC Module Specifications....................... 24 Rails..............................25 Rails Specifications........................25 OpenFlexF3x00........................... 26 OpenFlexF3x00 Specifications....................26 OpenFlex E3000 Fabric Device Blank....................27 E3000 Fabric Device Blank Specifications................27 List of Field/Customer Replaceable Units..................
  • Page 4 User Guide Table of Contents OpenFlexF3x00 Replacement....................123 Rails Replacement........................127 Chassis Replacement........................ 145 Chapter 4. Safety......................166 Electrostatic Discharge........................167 Optimizing Location..........................167 Power Connections...........................167 Power Cords............................167 Rackmountable Systems........................168 Restricted Access Location......................168 Safety and Service..........................168 Safety Warnings and Cautions......................169 Chapter 5.

  • Page 5: Revision History

    User Guide Revision History Revision History Date Revision Comment July 2020 Initial Release December 2020 Added UK Import Representation Contact...

  • Page 6: Notices

    Per Western Digital Terms and Conditions of Sale, the user of Western Digital products in life support applications assumes all risk of such use and indemnifies Western Digital against all damages.

  • Page 7: Points Of Contact

    Email: support@wdc.com Website: https:/ /portal.wdc.com/Support/s/ UK Import Representation Contact Western Digital UK Limited Hamilton House, Regent Park, Kingston Road Leatherhead, Surrey KT22 7PL, GB, United Kingdom Telephone: +44 1372 366000...

  • Page 8: Chapter 1. Overview

    Western Digital Overview In This Chapter: - OpenFlex F3x00 and E3000......2 - System Architecture Overview..... 5 - Electrical Specifications.........7 - Environmental Specifications......8 - Mechanical Specifications......8 - Performance Specifications......9 - Physical Design..........11 - Restrictions and Limitations......16 - Site Requirements.........17...

  • Page 9: Openflex F3X00 And E3000

    1.1   OpenFlex F3x00 and E3000 The OpenFlex F3x00 and E3000 is a 3U rack mounted data storage enclosure built on the OpenFlex platform. OpenFlex is Western Digital’s architecture that supports Open Composable Infrastructure (OCI). The OpenFlex F3x00 and E3000...

  • Page 10: Servicing Features

    1.1.2.2   Open Composable API (OCAPI) Western Digital’s Open Composable API is a RESTful interface for OpenFlex that enables a Unified Fabric Control Plane for Storage Fabric Devices. This allows for composing disaggregated storage resources—...

  • Page 11: Nvme-Of

    100Gb/s Ethernet protocol. This allows for a complex network of computing devices to all share the same storage resources with very high performance. 1.1.4   Supported SKUs The following table lists the versions of Western Digital product that are supported by this document. Table 1: Devices Part...

  • Page 12: System Architecture Overview

    1. Overview User Guide 1.2 System Architecture Overview Part Device Volume Bandwidth Drive Writes Encryption Number OpenFlex F3100 Fabric Device 25.6TB 12GB/s RI-2DW/D 1EX2414 OpenFlex F3200 Fabric Device 25.6TB 12GB/s RI-2DW/D 1EX2270 OpenFlex F3000 Fabric Device 30.72TB 12GB/s RI-1DW/D 1EX1909 OpenFlex F3000 Fabric Device 30.72TB 12GB/s RI-1DW/D...
  • Page 13 1. Overview User Guide 1.2 System Architecture Overview The following image displays the thermal zones as viewed from the top of the enclosure. When viewing the enclosure from the front, the right device zone is on the right-hand side and the left device zone is on the left-hand side.

  • Page 14: Electrical Specifications

    1. Overview User Guide 1.3 Electrical Specifications The System Thermal Algorithm contains minimum and maximum thresholds related to the ambient temperature of the system. The system is designed to maintain a maximum ambient temperature of 35°C. Exceeding 35°C may result in damage to the hardware and potentially void the product warranty. These thresholds allow for the best possible operating conditions.

  • Page 15: Environmental Specifications

    1. Overview User Guide 1.4 Environmental Specifications Specification Value Inrush Current Maximum (per PSU) AC line inrush current shall not exceed 40A peak, for up to one-quarter of the AC cycle after which, the input current should be no more than the specified maximum input current.

  • Page 16: Performance Specifications

    1. Overview User Guide 1.6 Performance Specifications Specification Non-Operational Operational Swept Sine: 0.50G, 0 - peak swept sine; 5 - 500Hz; 1 complete sweep @ 1/2 octave per minute Weight 107.04 kg / 236 lbs. Dimensions W: 448.8 mm x L: 1000 mm x H: 176.7 mm / W: 17.6 in. x L: 39.4 in. x H: 6.9 in.
  • Page 17 1. Overview User Guide 1.6 Performance Specifications Table 8: Performance Specifications Specification Value Number of Device Slots 10 Dual-port Fabric Device Bays Data Transfer Rates 12GBps NVMe-oF Max Raw Data Storage Capacity 614TB Ethernet Ports 20 x 50Gbps QSFP28 ( 2 per Fabric Device) 1 x 10/100/1G Ethernet Table 9: F3000 Performance Specifications by CRU P/N 1EX1906/...

  • Page 18: Physical Design

    1. Overview User Guide 1.7 Physical Design CRU P/N 1EX2413 1EX2416 1EX2414 1EX2417 1EX2415 1EX2418 Random Write 1493K 1433K 1431K 1397K 1464K 1400K (4KB, QD=1024) IOPs IOPs IOPs IOPs IOPs IOPs Random Mixed 2199K 2137K 2183K 2188K 2227K 2251K 70R/30W IOPs IOPs IOPs...
  • Page 19 1. Overview User Guide 1.7 Physical Design The OpenFlex F3x00 and E3000 physical design emphasizes easy access to hot-swappable components, maximization of data storage capacity in the rack, and bold aesthetic design. Figure 4: OpenFlex F3x00 and E3000 Layout The enclosure measures 447.2 mm/17.6 in. wide by 828.04 mm/32.6 in. long. It's height is 130.9 mm/5.2 in. or 3U.

  • Page 20: Leds

    1. Overview User Guide 1.7 Physical Design 1.7.1   LEDs Chassis LEDs Figure 6: Chassis Rear IO LEDs Table 12: Chassis Rear IO LED Flash Patterns LED Name Color Behavior Ethernet Link/Activity Green Solid On: Connected Blink: Activity Off: No Connection Ethernet Speed Green Solid On : Operating at 100 Mbps...
  • Page 21 1. Overview User Guide 1.7 Physical Design LED Name Color Behavior Off: Enclosure is powered off Fault Amber Solid On: Enclosure is not ready or BMC is not present Blink @ 2 Hz: Enclosure has a fault Off: Enclosure has no fault PSU LED Figure 7: PSU LED Table 13: PSU LED Flash Patterns...
  • Page 22 1. Overview User Guide 1.7 Physical Design BMC Module LEDs Figure 9: BMC Module LEDs Table 15: BMC Module LED Flash Patterns LED Name Color Behavior Identification Blue Blink @ 1 Hz: BMC or any component being identified (fans, PSUs, etc.) Fault Amber Blink @ 2 Hz:...

  • Page 23: Cables

    IEC C14 to IEC C15 Heavy (Provided in Accessory Kit) 6 ft. Duty 15A Power Cable Note: The following Ethernet cables are compatible with the OpenFlex F3x00 and E3000 but are not provided by Western Digital. Table 17: Compatible Passive Cables Manufacturer Model Length...

  • Page 24: Site Requirements

    1. Overview User Guide 1.8 Restrictions and Limitations 1.8   Restrictions and Limitations The OpenFlex F3x00 and E3000 have the following restrictions and limitations on functionality: • The E3000 chassis must be full for proper airflow. If there is only one F3x00 storage device installed, the rest of the slots must be filled with device blanks.

  • Page 25: Thermal And Cooling Requirements

    1. Overview User Guide 1.9 Site Requirements The E3000 is designed to be installed into a rack that meets the EIA-310 standard with a minimum of 1000 mm (39.4 in.) of usable rack space, frame to frame. The vertical rack rails must be set between 718 mm (28.26 in.) –...
  • Page 26 1. Overview User Guide 1.9 Site Requirements Space Requirements Installation of the OpenFlex F3x00 and E3000 requires two people and enough space in front of the rack for a safe installation. The recommended forward clearance is 889 mm / 35 in. from the front of the rack and 609.6 mm / 24 in.

  • Page 27: Chapter 2. Components

    Western Digital Components In This Chapter: - Chassis............21 - PSU..............22 - Fan Module............23 - BMC Module..........24 - Rails..............25 - OpenFlex F3x00..........26 - OpenFlex E3000 Fabric Device Blank..27 - List of Field/Customer Replaceable Units..............28...

  • Page 28: Chassis

    2. Components User Guide 2.1 Chassis 2.1   Chassis The OpenFlex E3000 chassis is the primary housing that contains and connects all of the system components that comprise the OpenFlex F3x00 and E3000 . The chassis contains ten device slots and one BMC Module slot on the front, and the rear contains slots for the redundant PSUs and four Fan Modules.

  • Page 29: Psu

    2. Components User Guide 2.2 PSU 2.2   PSU The OpenFlex E3000 chassis contains toolless redundant 1600W Power Supply Units (PSU). Each PSU requires an input voltage of between 200V - 240V. The PSUs are certified 80 PLUS Platinum and use the C16 connector type.

  • Page 30: Fan Module

    2. Components User Guide 2.3 Fan Module 2.3   Fan Module The OpenFlex E3000 contains four toolless Fan Modules to maintain the cooling across the entire system. The Fan Modules are connected to the rear of the Chassis using a handle to seat the module in place and a captive screw to secure the Fan Module into the fan bay.

  • Page 31: Bmc Module

    2. Components User Guide 2.4 BMC Module 2.4   BMC Module The OpenFlex E3000 contains a toolless BMC Module that is installed into the center slot at the front of the Chassis. The BMC Module is accessed using a 1G Ethernet management RJ45 port on the rear IO of the Chassis.

  • Page 32: Rails

    2. Components User Guide 2.5 Rails 2.5   Rails The E3000 is installed onto shelf style rails. The rail length can be adjusted between 850.31 mm / 33.47 in (max) and 693.69 mm / 27.31 in. (min) in order to fit into different vertical rack rail settings. Once the enclosure is installed onto the rails, it may be secured to the rails using the provided M5 screws.

  • Page 33: Openflexf3X00

    2. Components User Guide 2.6 OpenFlex F3x00 2.6   OpenFlex F3x00 The F3x00 is a fabric device that contains a maximum of 61.4TB of raw data storage capacity per device. The device supports Open Composable Infrastructure (OCI) through storage disaggregation using NVMe-over- Fabrics (NVMe-oF).

  • Page 34: Openflex E3000 Fabric Device Blank

    2. Components User Guide 2.7 OpenFlex E3000 Fabric Device Blank 2.7   OpenFlex E3000 Fabric Device Blank The OpenFlex E3000 chassis may contain up to 9 E3000 Fabric Device Blanks . The chassis must contain at least one device, and the remaining slots must be populated with either devices or device blanks to avoid compromising the cooling of the enclosure.

  • Page 35: List Of Field/Customer Replaceable Units

    2. Components User Guide 2.8 List of Field/Customer Replaceable Units 2.8   List of Field/Customer Replaceable Units The following table lists the replaceable components and their part numbers. Table 29: List of Field/Customer Replaceable Components Component Part Number Chassis 1EX1919 1EX1916 Fan Module 1EX1915...

  • Page 36: Chapter 3. Management

    Western Digital Management In This Chapter: - OCGUI............30 - Part Replacement........113...

  • Page 37: Ocgui

    3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI 3.1   OCGUI 3.1.1   Compatible Browsers The OCGUI is compatible with the following web browsers. Table 30: OCGUI Browser Compatibility Browser Version Google Chrome 71.0.3578.98 and higher Mozilla Firefox 40.15063.674.0 and higher Microsoft Edge 60.5.0 and higher Note: The OCGUI is not compatible with Internet Explorer.

  • Page 38: Dashboard

    3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI 3.1.3   Dashboard The Dashboard is the first page that will load when one logs into any of the fabric-attached devices. It provides vital statistics on the health and performance of all devices on the subnet configured on the BMC. In addition, it provides a clickable list that allows users to navigate to the device page for any device on the subnet.
  • Page 39 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Figure 22: System Health States The System Health pie chart contains segments for grouping fabric devices by their health states. Clicking on a segment will bring up a modal window that provides a summary of the devices in that state. The following is a sampling of modal windows: 3.1.3.2  ...
  • Page 40 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI The System Utilization section displays the total, free, and used storage on the fabric in TB. 3.1.3.3   System Performance The System Performance section provides general, bitwise system performance information for all devices on the fabric. 3.1.3.4  ...
  • Page 41 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI The Storage Health modal provides an overview of the health of all storage devices visible on the fabric (those in the subnets of what is configured on the chassis's BMC and storage devices). The modal provides seperate tables for fabric devices that are presenting different health states up to the OCGUI.
  • Page 42 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI The Devices list provides summary details about all devices visible on the fabric. Users can also link to the device page for the OpenFlex device of their choosing for management purposes. Vital information is provided, such as the version of firmware code loaded on each device, the type of device that was discovered, and the UUID.

  • Page 43: Storage Device Page

    3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI 3.1.4   Storage Device Page The storage device page presents all of the vital information related to a specific storage resource. 3.1.4.1   Storage Device Health The storage Device Health section provides a visual summary of the health of pools and volumes on the device.
  • Page 44 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI The storage Device Utilization section provides a visual summary of the available and used storage on the device. 3.1.4.3   Storage Device Performance The storage Device Performance section provides a visual summary of the current IO performance of the device.
  • Page 45 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI The storage Device Information section provides information about the device itself, such as the ID, Serial Number, and performance statistics. 3.1.4.5   Storage Administration The storage device's Administration section allows system administrators to perform important management functions to the device.
  • Page 46 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI The storage device's Accounts section provides a list of all accounts that can access the device. 3.1.4.7   Storage Location The storage device's Location section provides information about the physical location of the device. 3.1.4.8  ...
  • Page 47 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI The storage device's Ports section provides access to the networking settings for the ports that exist on the device. 3.1.4.9   Storage Sensors The storage device's Sensors section lists all the sensors present on the device hardware and reports the readings from those sensors.
  • Page 48 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI The storage device's Pools section shows all of the pools configured on the storage device. The number of pools can be set to 1, 2, 4, or 8. 3.1.4.12   Storage Volumes The storage device's Volumes section displays all of the volumes configured on the device and allows for volumes to be added, modified, or deleted.
  • Page 49 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI 3.1.4.14   Storage VLANs The storage device's Virtual LANs (VLANs) section displays all of the VLANs that have been created on the device and allows for VLANs to be created, modified, or deleted. 3.1.4.15   Storage Paths The storage device's Paths section lists all of the current paths available to the storage volumes.

  • Page 50: Chassis Device Page

    3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI 3.1.5   Chassis Device Page The chassis device page presents all of the vital information related to a specific chassis resource. 3.1.5.1   Chassis Device Health The chassis's Device Health section shows a visual summary of the general health of devices on the network.
  • Page 51 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI The chassis's Power Utilization section gives a summary of the sensor data that is being reported by the power supplies. Charts display the current amps and volts being consumed by the system, as well as the temperature.
  • Page 52 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI The chassis's Device Information section provides information about the device itself, such as the ID and Serial Number. 3.1.5.5   Chassis Administration The chassis's Administration section provides access to maintence and system administration functions. 3.1.5.6  ...
  • Page 53 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI The chassis's Accounts section provides a list of all the accounts that can access the device. 3.1.5.7   Chassis Location The chassis's Location section provides information regarding the physical location of the device. 3.1.5.8   Chassis Power Supplies The chassis's Power Supplies section provides health and status information of the power supplies installed in the device.
  • Page 54 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI The chassis's Fans section shows the status and health of all the fans installed in the device (2 rotors per Fan Module, plus 2 PSU fans). 3.1.5.10   Chassis Ports The chassis's Ports section provides access to the networking settings for the ports that exist on the device.
  • Page 55 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI The chassis device's Sensors section lists all the sensors present on the chassis hardware and reports the readings from those sensors. 3.1.5.12   Chassis Slots The chassis's Slots section provides information about the devices installed in each slot. 3.1.5.13  ...
  • Page 56 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI The chassis's Device OS section displays the firmware version and can be used to upgrade firmware.

  • Page 57: Basic Operational Functions

    3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI 3.1.6   Basic Operational Functions This section provides instructions for basic operational functions that the user is likely to perform during the initial operation of the OpenFlex F3x00 and E3000 , such as checking the system health, creating a user account, etc.
  • Page 58 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Note: The default username/password is admin admin The system dashboard appears. In addition, the Devices section provides access to all other fabric-connected devices: Step 3 : If needed, click the Devices banner to expand the list of all connected devices: Step 4 : From the list, identify the device to which you want to navigate.
  • Page 59 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI The device's dashboard appears in a new tab/window. 3.1.6.2   Checking System Health This task provides instructions for checking the health of the E3000 chassis device using the OCGUI, including: • Device Information • Device Logs •...
  • Page 60 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Checking the Device Logs Step 4 : Click the Device Logs button: The Device Log Viewer appears: Step 5 : Select one of the log types by clicking its radio button. The Device Log Viewer updates to show the selected log information, which can then be exported by clicking the Export button at the bottom of the viewer:...
  • Page 61 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Checking the Power Supplies Step 6 : Click the chassis's Power Supplies icon: The Power Supplies information appears: Step 7 : Review the chassis's power supply information and ensure that both PSUs report OK in the Health column.
  • Page 62 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Step 9 : Review the chassis's fan information and ensure that each fan reports OK in the Health column. Checking the Ports Step 10 : Click the chassis's Ports icon: The Ports information appears: Step 11 : Review the chassis's port information and ensure that each port is reporting OK in the Health column.
  • Page 63 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Step 13 : Review the chassis's sensor information and ensure that each sensor is reporting OK in the Health column. Checking the Slots Step 14 : Click the chassis's Slots icon: The Slots information appears: Step 15 : Review the chassis's slot information and ensure that each slot with an installed device is reporting OK in the Health column.
  • Page 64 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI 3.1.6.3   Creating a Secure HTTPS Connection This task provides instructions for creating a secure HTTPS connection for the OpenFlex F3x00 and E3000 using the OCGUI. The OCGUI provides a feature for uploading a customer-generated SSL/TLS certificate and key, based on the IP address and/or DNS name, to create a fully-secure HTTPS connection to a device.
  • Page 65 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI The TLS Certificate & Key Pair window appears, showing the Browse & Select Certificate & Key Pair step: Step 4 : Click the Select File button: Step 5 : Navigate to the location of the appropriate PEM files for the Certificate File and Key File fields: Note: The files are not validated.
  • Page 66 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Step 6 : Click the Next button: The TLS Certificate & Key Pair confirmation window updates, showing the Upload TLS Certificate & Key Pair step:...
  • Page 67 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Step 7 : Confirm that the correct files are listed for Certificate and Key. If so, select the Please Confirm checkbox and click the Upload Certificate & Key button: The TLS Certificate & Key Pair confirmation window closes, and the device's dashboard appears.
  • Page 68 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Figure 83: Chassis Device Information Icon Figure 84: Storage Device Information Icon The Device Information appears: Figure 85: Chassis Device Information...
  • Page 69 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Figure 86: Storage Device Information Step 9 : Click the Device Logs button: The Device Log Viewer appears:...
  • Page 70 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Step 10 : Confirm that the chosen certificate file is one of the selectable options. If so, a secure HTTPS connection has been established: 3.1.6.4   Creating Accounts This task provides instructions for creating a user account on the OpenFlex F3x00 and E3000 using the OCGUI.
  • Page 71 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Step 1 : Navigate to the chassis or storage device (see Navigating to a Device (page 50)). Step 2 : Click the device's Accounts icon: Figure 89: Chassis Device Accounts Icon Figure 90: Storage Device Accounts Icon The Accounts information appears: Figure 91: Chassis Device Accounts Information Figure 92: Storage Device Accounts Information...
  • Page 72 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Step 4 : Type a User Id, choose a Role, and type a Password: Step 5 : Click the Create button to create the account: Step 6 : Click Close to close the Create Accounts window: The Accounts information appears, showing the newly created account:...
  • Page 73 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Figure 97: Chassis Device New Account Figure 98: Storage Device New Account 3.1.6.5   Configuring a Location This task includes instructions for configuring location information for the OpenFlex F3x00 and E3000 using the OCGUI. Step 1 : Navigate to the chassis or storage device (see Navigating to a Device (page 50)).
  • Page 74 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Step 3 : Each location attribute can be assigned a value by clicking its pencil icon in the Value column. Add the appropriate text to the field, and click the check mark to save the value. Enter all of the values that apply.
  • Page 75 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Figure 104: Chassis Device Ports Information Figure 105: Storage Device Ports Information Step 3 : To edit the port information for a device, click the pencil icon next to that port's Adapter name. The Update Port window appears, showing the Address Type, IP, MTUBytes step:...
  • Page 76 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Figure 106: Chassis Device Update Port Window Figure 107: Storage Device Update Port Window Step 4 : Edit the port information for the device and click the Next button: The Confirmation step appears:...
  • Page 77 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Step 5 : Select the Please Confirm checkbox to confirm the edits: Step 6 : Click the Update button to save the updates:...
  • Page 78 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI 3.1.6.7   Setting up IPv6 on the Chassis Management Port This task provides instructions for setting up IPv6 on the E3000 chassis device's management port using the OCGUI. Note: IPv6 is only available on the E3000 management port; it is not available on the F3x00 storage device's data ports.
  • Page 79 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Step 4 : From the drop-down list, select the option: DHCPv6 Step 5 : Click the Next button: The Confirmation step appears:...
  • Page 80 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Step 6 : Select the Please Confirm checkbox to confirm the selection: Step 7 : Click the Update button to save the update: A modal appears for a brief moment, showing the progress of the IPv6 configuration. Step 8 : When the Ports information appears again, review the Network Type column for the edited port to ensure that IPv6 is now configured:...
  • Page 81 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI 3.1.6.8   Checking Sensors This task provides instructions for checking the sensors of the OpenFlex F3x00 and E3000 using the OCGUI. Step 1 : Navigate to the chassis or storage device (see Navigating to a Device (page 50)).
  • Page 82 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Figure 116: Chassis Device Sensors Information Figure 117: Storage Device Sensors Information Step 3 : The sensor section provides an Identifier or name for each sensor, its Type, and Current Reading. The chassis's sensor information also includes a Health status. Hovering over the information icon in the temperature column will provide specific information related to that component's temperature thresholds, if applicable.
  • Page 83 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Figure 118: Chassis Device OS Icon Figure 119: Storage Device OS Icon The Device OS information appears: Figure 120: Chassis Device OS Information Figure 121: Storage Device OS Information Step 3 : Review the operating system information for the device. If the OS requires updating, see Upgrading Firmware (page 106).
  • Page 84 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Step 3 : The information list provides an Identifier for each pool, its Remaining Capacity, Health, and Predicted Life Left Percent. Hovering over the information icon in the Remaining Capacity column will provide details about the pool's remaining capacity. 3.1.6.11  ...
  • Page 85 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Step 3 : Review the listed volumes on the storage device. Step 4 : Click the Create Volumes button: The Create Volumes window appears, showing the Pool & Capacity step: Step 5 : Select a Pool from the drop-down list, and use the Capacity slider to assign a capacity to the volume being created.
  • Page 86 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Step 6 : Click the Next button to continue: The Names & Description step appears: Step 7 : Type a name in the Volume Name field. The remaining fields for Description, NQN, and Allow Any Host are optional:...
  • Page 87 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Step 8 : Click the Next button to continue: The Confirmation step appears: Step 9 : Review the volume entries and edit or update each as needed. Then check the Please Confirm checkbox:...
  • Page 88 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Step 10 : Click the Create button to create the new volume(s): The Creation step appears, showing creation progress and providing confirmation when the volume creation is complete:...
  • Page 89 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Step 11 : Click Close and review the Volumes information to verify that the newly created volume(s) appears on the list. 3.1.6.12   Extending Volumes This task provides instructions for extending (increasing) the capacity of an existing volume within an F3x00 storage device using the OCGUI.
  • Page 90 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Step 3 : Click the pencil icon in the Capacity column of the volume to be extended: The Extend Volume Capacity window appears:...
  • Page 91 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Step 4 : To extend (increase) the capacity of the volume, click and drag the capacity slider to the right, or type the capacity increase into the text field on the right. Step 5 : Click the Update button to complete the capacity extension for the volume: A progress modal appears for a brief moment.
  • Page 92 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI The Create Hosts window appears, showing the Name & Description step: Step 4 : Type a Host Name and Description for the host. Step 5 : Click the Next button: The Create Hosts window updates, showing the Confirmation step:...
  • Page 93 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Step 6 : Click the checkbox next to Please Confirm, and then click the Create button: The newly created host will appear in the list on the storage device's Hosts page. 3.1.6.14   Checking and Creating VLANs This task provides instructions for checking and creating VLANs on an F3x00 storage device using the OCGUI.
  • Page 94 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Step 3 : Review the listed VLANs for the storage device. Step 4 : Click the Create VLANS button: The Create VLANs window appears, showing the Ports, Tags & Increments step: Step 5 : Select the checkbox beside the applicable port to create a VLAN on that port. Use the Tag field to define an identifier (any number between 2 and 4094) that will be used for segregating the VLAN's traffic:...
  • Page 95 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Step 6 : Click the Next button: The Confirmation step appears: Step 7 : Review the VLAN(s) selections and edit each as necessary. The IP Address field is required; enter a valid IPv4 address and CIDR that does not conflict with an existing IP address. Then check the Please Confirm checkbox:...
  • Page 96 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Step 8 : Click the Create button: A modal appears for a brief moment to show the VLAN creation progress. Step 9 : When the VLANs information is visible again, check the list to ensure that the created VLAN(s) is included.
  • Page 97 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Note: A path is a dedicated channel of communication, which cannot be established until both the volume and host have been created. Note: The following instructions define how to create a path to a host through the storage device's Volumes section.
  • Page 98 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Step 4 : If needed, disable the Allow Any Host setting for that volume by clicking the on/off toggle switch: When the user hovers over the path arrows beside the volume Name, the tooltip will indicate that this volume is now expecting a host path: Step 5 : Click the path arrows beside the volume Name.
  • Page 99 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Step 7 : Select the checkbox beside Please Confirm, and then click the Map Hosts button: A dedicated path between the selected volume and hosts(s) is created. Step 8 : To verify that the path was created, click the storage device's Paths icon: The Paths information appears:...
  • Page 100 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Step 9 : Review the listed paths to identify the one referencing the previously selected volume and host(s); the volume and host NQNs will be listed under the Volume NQN and Host NQN columns. 3.1.6.16   Configuring a Path to a VLAN This task provides instructions for configuring a path between a volume and a VLAN on an F3x00 storage device using the OCGUI.
  • Page 101 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI • When the user hovers over the path arrows beside the volume Name, the tooltip will indicate that this volume is expecting a host path, not a VLAN path: Step 4 : If needed, enable the Allow Any Host setting for that volume by clicking the on/off toggle switch: When the user hovers over the path arrows beside the volume Name, the tooltip will indicate that this volume is now expecting a VLAN path:...
  • Page 102 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI The Confirmation step appears, showing the chosen VLAN: Step 7 : Select the checkbox beside Please Confirm, and then click the Map VLANs button: A path between the selected volume and VLAN is created. Step 8 : To verify that the path was created, click the storage device's Paths icon: The Paths information appears:...

  • Page 103: Maintenance

    3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Step 9 : Review the listed paths to identify the one referencing the previously selected volume and VLAN; the volume NQN and VLAN identifiers will be listed under the Volume NQN and VLAN columns. 3.1.7   Maintenance For the OpenFlex F3x00 and E3000 , maintenance includes the options to power cycle, initialize, and sanitize selected devices.
  • Page 104 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Step 5 : The chassis device will reboot, rendering it unavailable until the reboot is complete. However, installed devices will remain functional. 3.1.7.2   Power Cycling a Storage Device This task provides instructions for power cycling an F3x00 storage device using the OCGUI. Step 1 : Navigate to the storage device (see Navigating to a Device (page 50)).
  • Page 105 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI 3.1.7.3   Secure Erasing a Storage Device This task provides instructions for performing a Secure Erase on an F3x00 storage device using the OCGUI. Before you begin: The Secure Erase feature provides the following options for securely erasing the storage device: •...
  • Page 106 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI The user is asked to confirm the deletion: Step 4 : Click the OK button to delete the path. Step 5 : If other paths are present, repeat these steps to delete any remaining paths. Step 6 : Review the Paths information to verify that all paths have been deleted: Deleting the Volumes Step 7 : Click the storage device's Volumes icon: The Volumes information appears:...
  • Page 107 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Step 8 : Click the trash can icon in the Name column to delete the volume: The user is asked to confirm the deletion: Step 9 : Click the OK button to delete the volume. Step 10 : If other volumes are present, repeat these steps to delete any remaining volumes. Performing the Secure Erase Step 11 : Click the storage device's Administration icon:...
  • Page 108 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI The Administration information appears. If all paths and volumes have been deleted, the Initialize button will be enabled: Step 12 : Click the Initialize button: A window appears, prompting the user to confirm the initialization. Drop-down lists provide options for selecting the number of pools on the storage device and the following secure erase types: •...
  • Page 109 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI   R esult:   W hen the progress modal disappears, and the Administration information is displayed, the secure erase procedure is complete. 3.1.7.4   Sanitizing a Storage Device This task provides instructions for performing a Sanitize on an F3x00 storage device using the OCGUI. Before you begin: Note: Before performing a Sanitize, all paths and volumes on the storage device must be deleted.
  • Page 110 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Step 3 : Click the trash can icon next to the path: The user is prompted to confirm the deletion: Step 4 : Click the OK button to delete the path. Step 5 : If other paths are present, repeat these steps to delete any remaining paths. Step 6 : Review the Paths information to verify that all paths have been deleted: Deleting the Volumes Step 7 : Click the storage device's Volumes icon:...
  • Page 111 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI The Volumes information appears: Step 8 : Click the trash can icon next to the volume: The user is prompted to confirm the deletion: Step 9 : Click the OK button to delete the volume. Step 10 : If other volumes are present, repeat these steps to delete any remaining volumes.
  • Page 112 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Sanitizing the Device Step 11 : Click the storage device's Administration icon: The Administration information appears. If all paths and volumes have been deleted, the Sanitize button will be enabled: Step 12 : Click the Sanitize button: A window appears, prompting the user to confirm the sanitization.

  • Page 113: Firmware Upgrade

    /portal.wdc.com/Support/s/. The Western Digital Enterprise Support Center will appear. Step 2 : Log in to the Western Digital Enterprise Support Center using a valid email address and password: Several support options will appear on the page. Step 3 : Click the Downloads option: The Western Digital downloads page will appear.
  • Page 114 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI The Select Files for Download section updates with the applicable options: Step 5 : From the Select Files for Download section, expand the Firmware option and select the checkbox for the appropriate firmware file(s): Note: Filenames will vary, depending on the options chosen in the Identify Product section.
  • Page 115 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Step 7 : If needed, remove an unwanted file by clicking its red X. Step 8 : Select the appropriate archive file format by clicking either Zip or Tar. Step 9 : Click the Download Files button to download the selected files. Step 10 : If needed, unzip/extract the file to the desired location.
  • Page 116 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Figure 186: Storage Device OS Information Step 13 : Click the Update OS button: The Update OS window appears, showing the Browse & Select File step: Step 14 : Click the Select File button and select the firmware upgrade file that was previously downloaded.
  • Page 117 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Note: Filenames will vary, depending on the device type and firmware version involved. Step 15 : Click the Next button: The Upload OS window updates to show the Upload OS & Activate step: Step 16 : Click the checkbox beside Please Confirm. Then click the Upload button:...
  • Page 118 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI The Upload OS window updates, showing an upload status: Step 17 : An activation and reboot cycle will be required after the upload is complete. Choose one of the following options: • Click the Auto Activate checkbox to automatically activate the firmware and reboot the device after the upload is complete.
  • Page 119 3. Management User Guide 3.1 OCGUI Step 18 : After the device has rebooted, click the storage device's OS icon: The Device OS information appears: Step 19 : Review the Device OS information to verify the firmware version has been updated.

  • Page 120: Part Replacement

    3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement 3.2   Part Replacement Caution: In the event of multiple/simultaneous part failures, the order of hot replacement should be as follows: 1. Fans 2. PSUs 3. All other CRUs Table 31: Summary of Part Replacement Times Part Name Replacement Time Fan Module...
  • Page 121 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 196: Fan Module Release Handle Unlocked b. Pull the release handle out until the Fan Module is unseated and can be removed from the fan bay. Figure 197: Remove Fan Module c. Remove each Fan Module in the same way the first was removed. Step 3 : Install the new Fan Module into the enclosure.
  • Page 122 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 198: Prepare Fan Module b. Gently slide the Fan Module into the fan bay until the release handle is engaged with the chassis. When the handle lifts up slightly, it is an indicator that the release handle is engaged with the chassis.

  • Page 123: Psu Replacement

    3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 200: Fan Module Secure d. Verify that the Fan Module is securely latched into the chassis by pulling on the release handle and ensuring the Fan Module does not move when pulled. Reinstall the Fan Module if it is not securely installed into the chassis.
  • Page 124 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 201: Enclosure Power and Data Connections a. Move to the rear of the rack and open the cable retention clip on the PSU and disconnect the power cable from the PSU. Figure 202: Cable Retention Clip Operation Step 3 : Remove the PSU from the enclosure.
  • Page 125 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 203: PSU Release Latch Operation (Top View) b. Carefully pull the PSU out of the PSU Bay. Figure 204: Remove PSU Step 4 : Install the new PSU into the enclosure. a. Orient the PSU with the power socket oriented to th sideshown in the image and insert it into the PSU slot.
  • Page 126 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 205: PSU Installation b. Verify that the PSU is fully seated and latched into the PSU slot by gently pulling on the handle. Step 5 : Connect the power cable into the new PSU. Figure 206: Enclosure Power Connections a.

  • Page 127: Bmc Module Replacement

    3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 207: Cable Retention Clip Operation b. Slide the retention clip forward on the PSUs until it stops near the cable connectors. Doing this will ensure that the retention clips function properly in the event the cable is pulled on. 3.2.3  ...
  • Page 128 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 208: BMC Module Release Handle Operation b. Lower the release handle until the BMC Module is fully unseated (this occurs at about 60°). Pull the BMC Module out of the chassis, ensuring that you support the under side of the module with your other hand: Figure 209: Remove BMC Module c.
  • Page 129 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 210: BMC Module MAC Address Label Step 3 : Install the new BMC Module into the enclosure. a. Grasp the release handle with your forefinger on the bottom and thumb on the top of the release latch and press the release latch with your thumb.

  • Page 130: Openflexf3X00 Replacement

    3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 212: BMC Module Installation c. Lift the release handle up and press it into the BMC Module to secure it into the slot: Figure 213: Secure BMC Module d. Verify that the BMC module is securely latched into the chassis by pulling on the latch and ensuring the BMC module does not move when pulled.
  • Page 131 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Table 35: Replacement Procedure Info Required Tools # of People Required Time Required None 2 minutes Step 1 : Unpack and inspect the new OpenFlex F3x00 for damage. a. Inspect the packaging that the OpenFlex F3x00 replacement was shipped in and record any damage to the box.
  • Page 132 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 215: Remove OpenFlex F3x00 Step 3 : Install the new OpenFlex F3x00 into the enclosure. a. Press the release button on the front of the OpenFlex F3x00 . The release handle will eject outward.
  • Page 133 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 217: OpenFlex F3x00 Install Figure 218: Release Handle Engage c. Rotate the release handle up and press it into the OpenFlex F3x00 to secure it into the slot. When it is fully installed the user will feel the handle snap and lock into place.

  • Page 134: Rails Replacement

    3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 219: Secure OpenFlex F3x00 d. Verify that the F3x00 is securely latched into the chassis by pulling on the latch and ensuring the device does not move when pulled. Reinstall the device if it is not securely installed into the chassis.
  • Page 135 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 220: Enclosure Power and Data Connections a. Move to the rear of the rack and open the cable retention clip on both of the PSUs and disconnect the power cables from each of the two PSUs. Figure 221: Cable Retention Clip Operation b.
  • Page 136 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 222: Device Blank Release Operation b. Use the release handle to pull the device blank out of the enclosure part way. Then grasp the device blank from the underside to support it as you pull it the rest of the way out of the enclosure.
  • Page 137 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 224: Device Blank Hand Placement c. Remove each device blank in the same way the first was removed. Step 4 : Remove the OpenFlex F3x00 s from the enclosure. a. Press the release button on the front of the OpenFlex F3x00 . The release handle will eject outward.
  • Page 138 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 226: Remove OpenFlex F3x00 c. Remove each OpenFlex F3x00 in the same way the first was removed. Step 5 : Remove the Chassis from the rack. Tip: A T15 Torx screwdriver is required for this step. a.
  • Page 139 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 228: Chassis Screw Removal c. Carefully pull the chassis out of the rack ensuring that you take extra care to support the weight of the chassis when the chassis is clear of the rack mount rails. Figure 229: Remove Chassis Step 6 : Remove the Rack Mount Rails.
  • Page 140 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 230: Rear Rack Mount Rail Screw Removal b. Move to the front of the rack and using the T15 Torx screwdriver, remove the T15 screw that secure the rail to the vertical rack rails. Repeat this step to remove the remaining T15 screw that secure the remaining rail to the vertical rack rail.
  • Page 141 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 232: Rack Mount Rail Removal d. Remove the remaining rail in the same way the first was removed. Step 7 : Install the new Rack Mount Rails. Tip: A T15 Torx screwdriver with torque measuring capabilities is recommended for this step.
  • Page 142 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement b. Insert the front pin into the front vertical rack rail and slide the spring loaded rail until the rear pins line up with the rear vertical rack rail. Figure 234: Rail Pin Installation c.
  • Page 143 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 236: Front Rack Mount Rail Screw Installation e. Install the remaining rail in the same way the first was Installed. f. Verify the following to ensure that the rails have been properly installed: •...
  • Page 144 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 238: Chassis Screw Installation c. Verify that the Chassis is secured to the rails and does not move when pulled. If the enclosure is not secured to the rack, remove the screws and try again. d.
  • Page 145 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 240: OpenFlex F3x00 Slot Identification b. Press the release button on the front of the OpenFlex F3x00 . The release handle will eject outward. Figure 241: OpenFlex F3x00 Release Operation c. Gently slide the F3x00 into the E3000 slot until the release handle lifts up slightly, indicating that it is engaged with the chassis.
  • Page 146 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 242: OpenFlex F3x00 Install Figure 243: Release Handle Engage d. Rotate the release handle up and press it into the OpenFlex F3x00 to secure it into the slot. When it is fully installed the user will feel the handle snap and lock into place.
  • Page 147 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 244: Secure OpenFlex F3x00 e. Verify that the F3x00 is securely latched into the chassis by pulling on the latch and ensuring the device does not move when pulled. Reinstall the device if it is not securely installed into the chassis.
  • Page 148 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 245: OpenFlex F3x00 Slot Identification Step 10 : (Optional) Install the device blanks into the enclosure. Attention: This step is optional because not all configurations contain device blanks. If the configuration contains a device blank, this step will be required. Blanks must be installed in any empty slots to ensure proper cooling.
  • Page 149 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 247: Device Blank Install Figure 248: Release Handle Engage c. Lift the release handle up and press it into the device blank to secure it into the slot.
  • Page 150 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 249: Secure Device Blank d. Verify that the device blank is securely latched into the chassis by pulling on the release handle and ensuring the device blank does not move when pulled. Reinstall the device blank if it is not securely installed into the chassis.
  • Page 151 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement a. Unlock the Fan Module by turning the thumbscrew counterclockwise until the screw threads are not engaged any longer. The location of the thumbscrew is shown in the following image. Figure 251: Prepare Fan Module b.

  • Page 152: Chassis Replacement

    3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 253: Fan Module Secure d. Verify that the Fan Module is securely latched into the chassis by pulling on the release handle and ensuring the Fan Module does not move when pulled. Reinstall the Fan Module if it is not securely installed into the chassis.
  • Page 153 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 254: Enclosure Power and Data Connections a. Move to the rear of the rack and open the cable retention clip on both of the PSUs and disconnect the power cables from each of the two PSUs. Figure 255: Cable Retention Clip Operation b.
  • Page 154 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 256: Fan Module Release Handle Unlocked b. Pull the release handle out until the Fan Module is unseated and can be removed from the fan bay. Figure 257: Remove Fan Module c. Remove each Fan Module in the same way the first was removed. Step 4 : Uninstall the PSUs from the enclosure.
  • Page 155 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 259: Remove PSU c. Uninstall the remaining PSU in the same way the first was uninstalled. Step 5 : (Optional) Remove the device blanks from the enclosure. Attention: This step is optional because not all configurations contain device blanks.
  • Page 156 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement b. Use the release handle to pull the device blank out of the enclosure part way. Then grasp the device blank from the underside to support it as you pull it the rest of the way out of the enclosure.
  • Page 157 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 263: OpenFlex F3x00 Release Operation b. Use the release handle to pull the OpenFlex F3x00 out of the enclosure part way. Then grasp the OpenFlex F3x00 from the underside to support it as you pull it the rest of the way out of the enclosure.
  • Page 158 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 265: BMC Module Release Handle Operation b. Lower the release handle until the BMC Module is fully unseated (this occurs at about 60°). Pull the BMC Module out of the chassis, ensuring that you support the under side of the module with your other hand: Figure 266: Remove BMC Module Step 8 : Remove the Chassis from the rack.
  • Page 159 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 267: Remove Rack Ear Covers b. Using the #2 Phillips Head screwdriver, remove the two M5 screws that secure the chassis to the rail. Repeat this step to remove the two M5 screws that secure the chassis to the remaining rail.
  • Page 160 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 269: Remove Chassis Step 9 : Install the new Chassis into the rack. Tip: A T15 Torx screwdriver is required for this step. a. Carefully slide the chassis onto the rails' inward-facing flanges until the chassis mounts are flush with the mounts on the rails: Figure 270: Chassis Installation b.
  • Page 161 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 271: Chassis Screw Installation c. Verify that the Chassis is secured to the rails and does not move when pulled. If the enclosure is not secured to the rack, remove the screws and try again. d.
  • Page 162 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 273: BMC Module Release Handle Operation b. Gently slide the BMC Module into the center chassis slot until the release handle lifts up slightly, indicating that it is engaged with the chassis: Figure 274: BMC Module Installation c.
  • Page 163 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 275: Secure BMC Module d. Verify that the BMC module is securely latched into the chassis by pulling on the latch and ensuring the BMC module does not move when pulled. Reinstall the BMC module if it is not securely installed into the chassis.
  • Page 164 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 276: OpenFlex F3x00 Slot Identification b. Press the release button on the front of the OpenFlex F3x00 . The release handle will eject outward. Figure 277: OpenFlex F3x00 Release Operation c. Gently slide the F3x00 into the E3000 slot until the release handle lifts up slightly, indicating that it is engaged with the chassis.
  • Page 165 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 278: OpenFlex F3x00 Install Figure 279: Release Handle Engage d. Rotate the release handle up and press it into the OpenFlex F3x00 to secure it into the slot. When it is fully installed the user will feel the handle snap and lock into place.
  • Page 166 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 280: Secure OpenFlex F3x00 e. Verify that the F3x00 is securely latched into the chassis by pulling on the latch and ensuring the device does not move when pulled. Reinstall the device if it is not securely installed into the chassis.
  • Page 167 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 281: OpenFlex F3x00 Slot Identification Step 12 : (Optional) Install the device blanks into the enclosure. Attention: This step is optional because not all configurations contain device blanks. If the configuration contains a device blank, this step will be required. Blanks must be installed in any empty slots to ensure proper cooling.
  • Page 168 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 283: Device Blank Install Figure 284: Release Handle Engage c. Lift the release handle up and press it into the device blank to secure it into the slot.
  • Page 169 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 285: Secure Device Blank d. Verify that the device blank is securely latched into the chassis by pulling on the release handle and ensuring the device blank does not move when pulled. Reinstall the device blank if it is not securely installed into the chassis.
  • Page 170 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement a. Unlock the Fan Module by turning the thumbscrew counterclockwise until the screw threads are not engaged any longer. The location of the thumbscrew is shown in the following image. Figure 287: Prepare Fan Module b.
  • Page 171 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 289: Fan Module Secure d. Verify that the Fan Module is securely latched into the chassis by pulling on the release handle and ensuring the Fan Module does not move when pulled. Reinstall the Fan Module if it is not securely installed into the chassis.
  • Page 172 3. Management User Guide 3.2 Part Replacement Figure 291: Cable Retention Clip Operation Step 16 : Verify the status of E3000 powerup by checking the operational status of the enclosure components in the management GUI. Step 17 : Connect the power and data cables to the enclosure.

  • Page 173: Chapter 4. Safety

    Western Digital Safety In This Chapter: - Electrostatic Discharge......167 - Optimizing Location........167 - Power Connections........167 - Power Cords..........167 - Rackmountable Systems......168 - Restricted Access Location....... 168 - Safety and Service........168 - Safety Warnings and Cautions....169...

  • Page 174: Electrostatic Discharge

    4.1 Electrostatic Discharge 4.1   Electrostatic Discharge CAUTION: Electrostatic discharge can harm delicate components inside Western Digital products. Electrostatic discharge (ESD) is a discharge of stored static electricity that can damage equipment and impair electrical circuitry. It occurs when electronic components are improperly handled and can result in complete or intermittent failures.

  • Page 175: Rackmountable Systems

    4. Safety User Guide 4.5 Rackmountable Systems Use only tested and approved power cords to connect to properly grounded power outlets or insulated sockets of the rack's internal power supply. If an AC power cord was not provided with your product, purchase one that is approved for use in your country or region.

  • Page 176: Safety Warnings And Cautions

    All maintenance and service actions appropriate to the end-users are described in the product documentation. All other servicing should be referred to an Western Digital-authorized service technician. To avoid shock hazard, turn off power to the unit by unplugging both power cords before servicing the unit.

  • Page 177: Chapter 5. Regulatory

    Western Digital Regulatory In This Chapter: - Europe (CE Declaration of Conformity)..171 - FCC Class A Notice........171 - ICES-003 Class A Notice—Avis NMB-003, Classe A............171 - Japanese Compliance Statement, Class A ITE..............171 - KCC Notice (Republic of Korea Only), Class A ITE...............172...

  • Page 178: Europe (Ce Declaration Of Conformity)

    Directive (2014/30/EU). A “Declaration of Conformity” in accordance with the applicable directives has been made and is on file at HGST Europe. UK Import Representation Contact Western Digital UK Limited Hamilton House, Regent Park, Kingston Road Leatherhead, Surrey KT22 7PL, GB, United Kingdom Telephone: +44 1372 366000 5.2  ...

  • Page 179: Kcc Notice (Republic Of Korea Only), Class A Ite

    5. Regulatory User Guide 5.5 KCC Notice (Republic of Korea Only), Class A ITE This is a Class A product based on the Technical Requirement of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Information Technology (VCCI). In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take corrective actions.

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