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- Page 1 E6 19" Rackmount Ultra 160 SCSI to IDE Disk Array System User's Guide Version 2.20A Jan. 2002...
- Page 2 Warning and Certifications (applies in the U.S. and Canada) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B 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 residential installation.
- Page 3 Important ! Safety Instructions, Care and Handling 1. Before starting, take a few minutes to read this manual, read all of these instructions and save this manual for later reference. 2. Protect the Disk Array from extremely high or low temperatures.
- Page 4 11. If an extension cord or a power center is used with this product, make sure that the total of all products plug into the wall outlet does not exceed the ampere rating. 12. Do not place the Disk Array where the cord will be walked on.
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Page 5: Operating Environment
Operating Environment When selecting a suitable working location, please consider : Ventilation Temperature Dust and dirt Electromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference. Security The selected location should provide at least six inches of open space around the Disk Array cabinet for proper air flow. Your Disk Array functions best at normal room temperature. -
Page 6: About This Manual
About This Manual This manual serves as a useful guide you can refer to when you wish to install and operate your Disk Array. It includes the following information : Chapter 1 : " Introduction " Introduces you to your new Disk Array's features and general RAID concepts. -
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Contents Chapter 1 : Introduction Features General RAID concepts RAID Level 0 RAID Level 1 RAID Level 3 RAID Level 5 1-10 Summary Comparison of RAID Levels 1-12 Supported RAID Levels 1-13 Multi-SCSI Format support 1-14 Chapter 2 : Getting Started General Overview Unpacking &... - Page 8 Configuration Procedures Starting the Configuration Configuration from VT100 Terminal Mode Configuration Procedures Main Screen Re-config RAID 3-10 Set RAID Level 3-11 Hot Spare Disk 3-12 Set SCSI ID# 3-13 Termination 3-14 Password 3-15 Save & Restart 3-16 Chapter 4 : Advanced Information Memory Expansion RAID Controller Block Diagram Updating Firmware...
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Page 9: Chapter 1 : Introduction
Chapter 1 : " Introduction " This chapter will introduce you to your new Disk Array's features and provide information on general RAID concept. -
Page 10: Features
Introduction Features This section provides an overview of the features. For more detailed information, please refer to the technical specifications appendix at the end of this manual . Your Disk Array includes the following features : Easy Operation As everyone knows, conventional Disk Arrays are designed for experienced computer specialists. - Page 11 Introduction Solid reliability Automatic failed disk drive detection. Auto rebuild : when a replacement disk installed (or by using hot spare disk ), The system provides automatic data rebuild without any commands or functions keyed in. ( Transparent to Host ) Efficient maintenance An LCD status panel displays a comprehensive readout of the operating status, and the HDD LED indicators on each HDD tray...
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Page 12: General Raid Concepts
Introduction General RAID Concepts Correct installation of the disk array requires an understanding of RAID technology and the concepts described in this section. Definition RAID is an acronym of Redundant Array of Independent Disks . A RAID is a Disk Array in which part of the storage capacity is used to record redundant information about the user data stored on the remainder of the storage capacity. -
Page 13: Raid Level 0
Introduction RAID Levels RAID Level 0 : " Disk Striping " High I/O Performance Data Disk Array Controller Array Management Software Provides Logical to Physical Mapping Disk 1 Disk 2 Disk 3 Disk 4 Disk 5 Disk 6 Physical Improved I/O performance is the major reason for using RAID level 0. No protection is provided against data loss due to member disk failures. - Page 14 Introduction RAID level 0 arrays are not particularly suitable for : Applications which make sequential requests for small amount of data. These applications will spend most of their I/O time waiting for disks to spin, whether or not they use striped arrays as storage media.
- Page 15 Introduction RAID Level 1 : " Disk Mirroring " High Data reliability Data Disk Array Controller Array Management Software Provides Logical to Physical Mapping Disk 1 Disk 2 Disk 3 Disk 4 Disk 5 Disk 6 Physical Optional RAID level 1 provides both very high data reliability and continued data availability in the event of a failure of an array member.
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Page 16: Raid Level 3
Introduction RAID Level 3 : " Parallel Transfer Disks with Parity " High Data Reliability & Highest Transfer Capacity Data Disk Array Controller Array Management Software Provides Logical to Physical Mapping Disk 1 Disk 2 Disk 3 Disk 4 Disk 5 Disk 6 Physical P : Parity... - Page 17 Introduction The distinctive performance characteristics of RAID Level 3 : RAID Level 3 provides excellent performance for data transfer-intensive applications. RAID level 3 in not well suited for transaction processing or other I/O request-intensive applications.
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Page 18: Raid Level 5
Introduction RAID Level 5 : " Independent Access Array with Rotating Parity " High Data Reliability & Transfer Capacity Data Disk Array Controller Array Management Software Provides Logical to Physical Mapping Disk 1 Disk 2 Disk 3 Disk 4 Disk 5 Disk 6 Physical P : Parity... -
Page 19: Raid Level
Introduction RAID level 5 arrays have unique performance characteristics : The data can be recalculated or regenerated, using parity, when any drive in the array fails. When the failed drive is replaced, either automatically if the subsystem contained a hot spare drive, or by user intervention during a scheduled maintenance period, the system will be restored its full data redundancy configuration by rebuilding all of the data that had been stored on the failed drive onto the... -
Page 20: Summary Comparison Of Raid Levels
Introduction Summary Comparison of RAID Levels Data RAID Common Description Array's Data Transfer Level Name Capacity Reliability Capacity Data distributed across the Disk disks in the array. ( N ) Very S t r ip i n g No redundant Information disks High provided. -
Page 21: Supported Raid Levels
Introduction Supported RAID Levels Based on the needs of a Disk Array's capacity, data availability, and overall performance, you can select a proper RAID level for your Disk Array. The supported RAID levels are shown in below : RAID Function Drives required Level Description... -
Page 22: Multi-Scsi Format Support
Introduction Multi-SCSI Format support The Disk Array provides one LVD Ultra 160 SCSI channel for connect to your host system. With proper cabling, it may support Narrow or Wide; Standard, Fast or Ultra /Ultra 2 /Ultra 160 SCSI formats. ( single ended ) Overall cable length For secure data transfer , please refer to the cable length limitations as below :... -
Page 23: Chapter 2 : Getting Started
Chapter 2 : " Getting Started " General Overview This chapter helps you get ready to use the Disk Array. It gives you : Unpacking & Checklist Choosing a place for Disk Array Identifying Parts of Disk Array Power Source Installing the Hard Disk Drives Host Linkage Power-On and Self-test... -
Page 24: Unpacking & Checklist
Getting Started Unpacking & Checklist Before unpacking your Disk Array , prepare a clean and stable place to put the contents of your Disk Array's shipping container on. Altogether, you should find the following items in the package : The Disk Array One AC power cord One External SCSI cable Keys ( For HDD Trays ) -
Page 25: Choosing A Place For Disk Array
Getting Started Choosing a place for Disk Array When selecting a place to set up your Disk Array, be sure to follow the guidelines as below: Place on a flat and stable surface. Use a stand that supports at least 50 kgs for this Disk Array. (HDD included ) Place the Disk Array close enough to the computer for the Disk Array's External SCSI cable to reach it. -
Page 26: Identifying Parts Of Disk Array
Getting Started Identifying Parts of the Disk Array Front View Figure : Front View 1. LCD Status Display Panel 2. HDD Trays 1 ~ 3 (From Up to Down) 3. HDD Trays 4 ~ 6 4. Function Keys ( , , Enter , ESC ) 5. -
Page 27: Rear View
Getting Started REAR VIEW Figure : Rear View 1. RS-232 Adapter (Terminal Port) 2. Reserved 3. Power Supply Main Switch (0 / I) 4. Power Supply Unit 1 5. Power Supply Unit 2 6. AC Power Input Socket 7. SCSI Channel Port 8. -
Page 28: Power Source
Getting Started Power Source Choosing a Working Voltage The system can run either on AC 115V (+/10%) or AC 230V (+/10%), Slide the AC voltage select switch on both of the two power supply units to the correct position which corresponds with the wall outlet supply voltage. -
Page 29: Installing The Hard Disk Drive
Getting Started Installing the Hard Disk Drives Step 1 : Unlock the HDD tray by turning the Key-lock to the correct position. Step 2 : Gently Pull out the HDD tray. Figure : Installing HDD step 1, 2... - Page 30 Getting Started Step 3 : Insert HDD into the tray Step 4 : Screw in the hard drive. ( Use the correct size, type and thread ) Step 5 : Cabling, Connect the Data cable and Power cable. Cabling SCREWS SCREWS Figure : Installing HDD step 3, 4, 5...
- Page 31 Getting Started Step 6 : Gently slide in the HDD tray. Step 7 : Lock the HDD tray. When powered on, the Green LED will light up. Figure : Installing HDD step 6, 7...
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Page 32: Host Linkage
Getting Started Host Linkage With the HDD(s) installed correctly, you are ready to connect the Disk Array to your Host computer. Use a shielded twisted-pair SCSI cable to connect your Host computer to the Disk Array's built-in 68 pin SCSI adapter port. Connect the Host computer as shown below : SCSI Plug... -
Page 33: Power-On & Self-Test
Getting Started Power-On and Self-Test When you connect the Disk Array to the Host computer, You should press the ON/OFF Power Supply Switch on both of the power supply Hot-Swap units and the Main Switch. It will turn the Disk Array on and the Self-Test will be started automatically. -
Page 34: Led Display & Function Keys
Getting Started LED Display & Function Keys LED Display Shown below is the LED Display. Please refer to the illustration, the LEDs inform you of the Disk Array's current operating status. Upon activating a certain function, the corresponding LED indicator should turn on indicating that the feature is engaged. Figure : LED Display Descriptions "Green"... -
Page 35: Function Keys
Getting Started Function Keys The four function keys at the top of the front panel perform the following functions : ( ) Up Arrow / Right Arrow Use to scroll the cursor Upward / Rightward ( ) Down Arrow / Left Arrow Use to scroll the cursor Downward / Leftward ( Enter ) Use to confirm a selected item... -
Page 36: Lcd Status Panel
Getting Started LCD Status Panel Located the LCD panel, the LCD status panel informs you of the Disk Array's current operating status at a glance. Upon activating a certain function, a symbol or icon corresponding to that function will appear in the display window. The symbol will remain in the display window indicating the status of the Disk Array. -
Page 37: Chapter 3 : Configuration
Chapter 3 : " Configuration " After completing the hardware installation, the disk array must be configured and the logical unit must be initialized before it is ready to use. This can be accomplished through the following user interfaces : Front Panel function keys ( LCD Display ) VT100 terminal connected through the serial port ( Monitor Port ) The LCD display panel and a VT100 terminal can not be used at... -
Page 38: Configuration From The Front Panel
Configuration Configuration from the front Panel The LCD Display front panel function keys are the primary user interface for the Disk Array. Except for the "Firmware update" ,all configuration can be performed through this interface. Function Key Definitions The four function keys at the top of the front panel perform the following functions : ) Up Arrow / Right Arrow Use to scroll the cursor Upward / Rightward... -
Page 39: Configuration Procedures
Configuration Configuration procedures (via Front Panel) Main screen Re-Config RAID RAID Level ( 5, 3, 1, 0, 0+1, None ) Hot Spare Disk ( Yes / No ) Set SCSI ID ( 0 ~ 14 ) Termination (Enable / Disable) Set Password ( 4 Digital ) Save Configuration... -
Page 40: Starting The Configuration
Configuration Starting the configuration 1. Power-on the Disk Array. At the end of the power-on self test program, the LCD displays the current system status. 2. Press the front panel " Enter " key to access the built-in configuration program. 3. - Page 41 Configuration 5. Set RAID Level Move cursor ( ) to the desired RAID Level ( 5, 3, 1, 0, 0+1, None ), press " Enter " to confirm. Warning All data on the disk drives will be lost by changing the RAID Level. * RAID Level "...
- Page 42 Configuration 8. Termination Terminating a SCSI chain is achieved by adding a terminator to each end of the SCSI bus. The Disk Array supports active termination at the controller's SCSI end. Termination "enabled" must be set when the Disk Array is at one end of the SCSI Bus.
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Page 43: Configuration From Vt100 Terminal Mode
Configuration Configuration from VT100 Terminal Mode By connecting a VT100 compatible terminal or a PC operating in a terminal emulation mode, a configuration can be performed through this interface. To ensure proper communications between the "Disk Array" and the "Terminal", Please configure the VT100 terminal settings to the values shown below : VT100 Terminal ( or compatible ) Set up Connection... -
Page 44: Configuration Procedures
Configuration Configuration procedures ( VT100 Terminal ) Main screen Re-Config RAID RAID Level ( 5, 3, 1, 0, 0+1, None ) Hot Spare Disk ( Yes / No ) Set SCSI ID ( 0 ~ 14 ) Termination (Enable / Disable) Set Password ( 4 Digital ) Save Configuration... -
Page 45: Main Screen
Configuration Main Screen... -
Page 46: Re-Config Raid
Configuration Re-Config RAID Select " No" for setting : " SCSI ID ", " Terminator ", " Password " Select " Yes " for setting all the configurations 3-10... -
Page 47: Set Raid Level
Configuration Set RAID Level Move the cursor to the desired RAID Level ( 5, 3, 1, 0, 0+1, none ), and Press " Enter " to confirm it. Warning All Data will be lost by changing the RAID level. 3-11... -
Page 48: Hot Spare Disk
Configuration Hot Spare Disk Select " Yes " to set One Disk Drive as a Hot Spare Disk. This Function is valid in RAID level 5 and RAID level 3, the total Disk Drives installed must be more than 3 Disk Drives. ( Disk Drives number >... -
Page 49: Set Scsi Id
Configuration Set SCSI ID# Each device on a SCSI bus must be configured for a Target address (which is a "SCSI ID"), which is different from any other device on the SCSI Bus. The default ID for this Disk Array is ID#0 If you need assign a different ID# for your Disk Array, The available SCSI ID# for this system is ID# 0 ~14 You must assign a different SCSI ID to each SCSI device on the... -
Page 50: Termination
Configuration Termination Terminating a SCSI chain is achieved by adding a terminator to each end of the SCSI Bus. The Disk Array supports active termination in the controller's SCSI end. Termination "enabled" must be set when the Disk Array is at one end of the SCSI Bus. -
Page 51: Set Password
Configuration Set Password Press " Enter " to activate the password setting when you key-in the desired " Number " or " Character ". Press " ESC " for no change to the password. 3-15... -
Page 52: Save & Restart
Configuration Save & Restart Select the Save & Restart function and press " Enter " to save and activate your selections. STOP STOP Warning! All data will be lost if you change the RAID level WARNING Saving configuration changes causes the disk array controller's working parameters to change. -
Page 53: Chapter 4 : Advanced Information
Chapter 4 : " Advanced Information " This chapter describes more information about your Disk Array. The following items are describes in detail. Memory Expansion RAID Controller Updating Firmware Capacity Expansion (On-Line Expand) -
Page 54: Memory Expansion
Advanced Information Memory Expansion Your Disk Array comes with 64MB of memory that is expandable to a total of 128MB by installing additional memory modules. The optional memory expansion socket is provided for installing memory module. These expansion memory module can be purchased from your dealer. - Page 55 Advanced Information Installing Memory Modules : 1. Unscrew & Remove cover Unscrews Figure : Remove Cover...
- Page 56 Advanced Information 2. Install the memory a. The DIMM memory modules will only fit in one orientation. b. Press the memory module firmly into socket from a 45 degree angle, make sure that all the contacts are aligned with the socket.
- Page 57 Advanced Information Disk Array Controller Block Diagram i960 Main RISC Flash memory Micro- processor EPROM i960 Local BUS RS232 NVRAM Bridge Terminal Port PCI BUS Ultra 160 Dual Dual Dual Wide Channel Channel Channel SCSI Controller Controller Controller controller Host Disk Disk Disk...
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Page 58: Updating Firmware
Advanced Information Updating Firmware 1. Setup your VT100 Terminal Please configure the VT100 terminal setting to the values shown below : VT100 terminal ( or compatible ) set up Connection Serial Port ( COM1 or COM2 ) Protocol RS232 ( Asynchronous ) Cabling Null-Modem cable Baud Rate... - Page 59 Advanced Information Setup VT100 Terminal Example : Setup VT100 Terminal in Windows 95 Step 1.
- Page 60 Advanced Information Step 2.
- Page 61 Advanced Information Step 3. Enter a name for your Terminal.
- Page 62 Advanced Information Step 4. Select a connecting port in your Terminal. 4-10...
- Page 63 Advanced Information Step 5. Port parameter settings 4-11...
- Page 64 Advanced Information Step 6. 4-12...
- Page 65 Advanced Information Step 7. Select emulate VT100 mode After you have finished the VT100 Terminal setup, you may restart your Disk Array and press " Ctrl + D " keys ( in your Terminal )to link the Disk Array and Terminal together. Press Ctrl to display the disk array Monitor Utility...
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Page 66: Start To Update Firmware
Advanced Information Start to Update Firmware 1. Move the cursor to " Update ROM " and press "Enter". Warning ! Unpredictable results will occur if firmware update is attempted during Host computer and Disk Array activity. All activity to the controller should be stopped before updating firmware. - Page 67 Advanced Information 2. Press " Y " to download the new firmware and press " Y " again to confirm the Update. 4-15...
- Page 68 Advanced Information 3. Select transfer " Send Text File " and press Enter. 4-16...
- Page 69 Advanced Information 4. Locate the new Firmware file on your PC. 4-17...
- Page 70 Advanced Information 5. Press " Go " to confirm to download the new firmware. 4-18...
- Page 71 Advanced Information 6. Type " Go " to reconfirm and the firmware will begin to be reprogrammed. 7. After verifying, please restart the Disk Array to activate the new firmware. 4-19...
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Page 72: Capacity Expansion
Advanced Information Capacity Expansion The RAID capacity can be expanded by add one or more Disk Drive into the existing RAID group and properly setup procedures. 1. Add new HDD into the RAID system. 2. Configuration through the RS-232 Terminal mode, move the cursor to "... - Page 73 Advanced Information 3. Select the " Save & Restart " function and press " Enter " to save and activate your selection. 4-21...
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Page 74: Chapter 5 : Hot Swap
Chapter 5 : " Hot Swap " This chapter explains how to remove and install the "Hot-Swap" parts without interrupting the data access while the disk array is on. The "Hot-Swap" parts include : Hard Disk Drives Redundant Power Supply Units Cooling Fans Follow the steps below and refer to the diagrams to remove and install the "Hot-Swap"... -
Page 75: Removing / Installing Hard Disk Drive
Hot Swap Removing / Installing Hard Disk drives a. Unlock the HDD tray (When a HDD error occurs, the HDD LED indicator lights up "RED") Figure : Swap HDD ( Unlock ) - Page 76 Hot Swap b. Gently pull-out the HDD tray Figure : Swap HDD ( Pull-out )
- Page 77 Hot Swap c. Unscrew and unplug the cables Unplug Cables Unscrew Figure : Swap HDD ( Unplug cables )
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Page 78: Hot Swap
Hot Swap d. Replace with a new Hard Disk Drive It must be same capacity or greater than the faulty drive, if you replace with a Hard disk Drive of insufficient capacity, the Disk Array's built-in buzzer will sound and the intelligent Auto-Rebuild function will not be started. - Page 79 Hot Swap Removing / Installing the Redundant P/S Unit There are two LED indicators on the front panel which display the status of the redundant power supplies. While the power supply is working properly the two LED indicators light up " Green ", if any one of them fail, the LED indicator will go off and the redundant power supply buzzer alarm will sound.
- Page 80 Hot Swap b. Replace with a new power supply unit Figure : Swap P/S unit ( swap with a new unit )
- Page 81 Hot Swap c. Press the Power Supply Reset switch When you replace a new power supply unit, you should then push the power supply reset switch on the power supply to stop the buzzer alarm and link the two power supply units together. The new power supply unit will link with the other unit immediately and will start working after you press the power supply reset switch, and the buzzer warning noise will stop.
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Page 82: Removing / Installing Cooling Fan
Hot Swap Removing / Installing Cooling Fans Unscrew the Fan door and open the door. ! Caution : Be careful , the high speed rotating fans may harm you. Don't touch the rotating Fans, If necessary, Unplug the Fan power connector first. Unscrew Figure : Swap cooling Fan ( Unscrew the Fan Door) - Page 83 Hot Swap Unplug the Fan connector Unscrew the faulty cooling fan and replace with a good one Important ! The cooling fan's air flow must point to the fan door, please refer to the label on the cooling fan. Plug in the fan connector, close the fan door and screw it in ! Caution : The cooling fan will rotate immediately when you...
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Page 84: Appendix
Appendix Technical Specifications Microprocessor Intel i960 RN (64-bit RISC processor) Cache Memory 64MB* Maximum 128MB DRAM Slots Module Type 144 Pin DIMM DRAM Type SDRAM DRAM Speed 60ns RAS access time CAS access time Parity Non-Parity Read Cache Read-Ahead Write Cache Write Back* Firmware Flash EEPROM ,256K x 8... - Page 85 Appendix Interface : Host Channel 1* Ultra 160 LVD SCSI (68 pin) Disk Channels 6* EIDE ATA-100 Drives Hot Swap, User Replaceable Up to Six 3.5" drives ( 1" height ) Maximum Fault >400GB Tolerant Capacity Drive MTBF >1,000,000 hrs Host Requirement Host Independent Operating Systems...