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Galaxy Raid
Model A16F-G2422
FC-4G to SATA-II RAID Subsystem
Installation and Hardware
Reference Manual
Version 070106
Version 1.0 (08, 2005)

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  • Page 1 Galaxy Raid Model A16F-G2422 FC-4G to SATA-II RAID Subsystem Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Version 070106 Version 1.0 (08, 2005)

  • Page 2: Contact Information

    Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Contact Information Americas Rorke Data Inc 9700 West 76 Eden Prairie, MN 55344 Tel: +1-800 328 8147 Fax: +1-952 829 0988 sales@rorke.com techsupport@rorke.com http://www.rorke.com...
  • Page 3 Product specifications are also subject to change without prior notice. Trademarks Galaxy and the Galaxy logo are registered trademarks of Rorke Data , Inc. ® PowerPC is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation and Motorola Inc.
  • Page 4 Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Warnings and Certifications (applies in the U.S. and Canada) FCC Class A Note This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device may accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 5 Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual This device is in conformity with the CB safety specifications. This device meets the requirements of the CB standard for electrical equipment with regard to establishing a satisfactory level of safety for persons using the device and for the area surrounding the apparatus. This standard covers only safety aspects of the above apparatus;...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Table of Contents CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION 1.1....................1-1 RODUCT VERVIEW 1.1.1 Product Introduction..................1-1 1.1.2 Enclosure Chassis ....................1-2 1.1.2.1 Chassis Overview......................1-2 1.1.2.2 Physical Dimensions ......................1-3 1.1.2.3 Front Panel Overview ....................... 1-3 1.1.2.4 Hard Drive Numbering .....................

  • Page 7: Chapter 5 Subsystem Maintenance

    Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual 2.7.3 Installation Procedure ..................2-7 2.8. HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION ................2-9 2.8.1 Hard Drive Installation Prerequisites ............... 2-9 2.8.2 SATA Drive Installation..................2-9 2.9. DRIVE TRAY INSTALLATION................2-10 2.10. RACK/CABINET INSTALLATION..............2-12 CHAPTER 3 SUBSYSTEM MONITORING 3.1.
  • Page 8 Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual 5.1.2 General Notes on Component Replacement............5-1 5.2. REPLACING CONTROLLER MODULE COMPONENTS ........5-2 5.2.1 Overview......................5-2 5.2.2 Notes on Controller Module Maintenance ............5-3 5.2.3 Removing the Controller Module ..............5-3 5.2.4 Replacing the Controller Module ..............
  • Page 9 Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual APPENDIX D PIN OUTS D.1. SFP C ..................D-1 ONNECTOR D.2. COM1 C : DB9 A ............D-3 ABLE UDIO D.3. COM2 C : DB9 A ............D-3 ABLE UDIO D.4. IFT-9011 N ...................D-4 ODEM D.5..................D-5 THERNET D.6.

  • Page 10: Esd Precautions

    Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual ESD Precautions Observe all conventional anti-ESD methods while handling system modules. The use of a grounded wrist strap and an anti-static work pad are recommended. Avoid dust and debris in your work area. About This Manual This manual: •...

  • Page 11: Related Documentation

    Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Related Documentation • User’s Operation Manual • RAIDWatch User’s Manual These two documents can be found in the product utility CD included with your subsystem package. Conventions Naming From this point on and throughout the rest of this manual, the GALAXY series is referred to as simply the “subsystem”...
  • Page 12 Warnings should be taken seriously. Software and Firmware Updates Please contact Rorke Data’s tech support (techsupport@rorke.com) for the latest software or firmware updates. Problems that occur during the updating process may cause unrecoverable errors and system down time. Always consult technical personnel before proceeding with any firmware upgrade.
  • Page 13 Index INDEX drive channel, 1-9 accessory items, 2-5 drive ID, 1-4 airflow clearance, 2-2 drive tray front panel, 1-6 Airflow, 2-2 drive tray installation, 2-10 alarm, 3-2 drive tray LED, 1-6, 3-4 ambient temperature, 4-7 drive tray maintenance, 5-14 audible alarm, 1-13, 3-2, 3-9, 3-10 drive tray, 1-6, 2-9, 2-10, 4-7, 5-15 audio jack cable, 2-5 Drive Trays, 3-3...
  • Page 14 Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual key-lock, 5-16 PSU module, replace, 5-10 LAN Port LED, 3-6 PSU printing mark, 5-9 laser types, 4-2 PSU, 1-4, 1-10, 3-7, 5-10 LC connector, 4-2 quick installation guide, 2-5 LCD panel, 1-3, 1-5, 3-2, 3-3 rack cabinet, 2-2 LCD Screen, 4-9 RAIDWatch User’s Manual, 2-5...

  • Page 15: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction 1.1. Product Overview 1.1.1 Product Introduction This hardware manual briefly introduces the Galaxy Fibre-4G to SATA-II storage subsystem shown in Figure 1-1. Through this manual, you will gain the knowledge of each hardware components, installation procedures, monitoring functions, connection topologies and hardware maintenances.

  • Page 16: Enclosure Chassis

    Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual The modular nature of the subsystem and the easy accessibility to all major components ensure the ease of the subsystem maintenance. NOTE: On receiving and unpacking your subsystem, please check the package contents against the included Unpacking List. If any modules are missing, please contact your subsystem vendor immediately.

  • Page 17: Physical Dimensions

    Chapter 1: Introduction 1.1.2.2 Physical Dimensions The GALAXY comes in an enhanced 3U chassis with the following dimensions: • With handles: 482.6mm x 131mm x 504.3mm (19 x 5.2 x 19.9 inches) (width x height x depth) • Without handles: 445mm x 130mm x 488.2mm (17.5 x 5.1 x 19.2 inches) (width x height x depth) 1.1.2.3 Front Panel Overview The front section of the subsystem features a 4x4 layout for sixteen (16) 3.5-...

  • Page 18: Hard Drive Numbering

    Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual 1.1.2.4 Hard Drive Numbering The front panel of the GALAXY enclosure houses sixteen (16) hard drives in a 4x4 configuration as shown in Figure 1-4. When viewed from the front, the drive bays (slots) are numbered 1 to 16 from top to bottom, from left to right.

  • Page 19: Back-Plane Board

    Chapter 1: Introduction • Cooling modules: The redundant cooling modules provide ventilation to reduce the temperature within the subsystem. (See Section 1.2.8.) 1.1.2.6 Back-plane Board Internal backplane boards separate the front and rear sections of the GALAXY. The PCB board provides logic level signals and low voltage power paths.

  • Page 20: Raid Controller Modules

    Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Figure 1-7: Drive Tray Each GALAXY subsystem comes with sixteen (16) drive trays. The front panel of each drive tray (see Figure 1-7) contains a locking mechanism that secures the drive tray to the enclosure and a latch that facilitates the removal and installation of the drive tray.

  • Page 21: Controller Module Interfaces

    Chapter 1: Introduction NOTE: If the pre-installed DIMM module is not damaged, it can be reused when the controller module is being replaced. The controller module, PN: IFT- 83AF24GD16 comes without DIMM module installed. The heart of the GALAXY RAID controller subsystem is the FC-4G to SATA-II controller board.

  • Page 22: Dimm Modules

    Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual ♦ COM ports: The controller module comes with two (2) COM ports. One port, COM1, is used for accessing the controller-embedded configuration utility through the network that allows you to configure and monitor your array and upgrade firmware over a VT-100 terminal emulation program running on a management computer.

  • Page 23: Bbu

    Chapter 1: Introduction 1.2.6 BBU Figure 1-10: BBU An optional, separately purchased Li-ION battery backup unit (BBU) (see Figure 1-10) can sustain cache memory after a power failure. If you purchased a BBU, it will be installed on the upper left side of the controller module in the rear subsystem chassis.

  • Page 24: Cooling Modules

    Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual designed to house both the PSU and a cooling module, which is mounted in the lower part of the 2U bracket. Hot-swapping the PSU requires the removal of the cooling module. As shown in Figure 1-11, each PSU comes with a single power socket for power cord plug-in, and a power switch on the right to turn the subsystem on and off.

  • Page 25: Galaxy Monitoring

    Chapter 1: Introduction 1. Component Failure: if one cooling fan, a PSU, or a temperature sensor fails, the remaining cooling fan(s) automatically raises its rotation speed. 2. Elevated Temperature: if the temperature breaches the upper threshold set for any of the interior temperature sensors, the cooling fans automatically raises its rotation speed.

  • Page 26: Firmware (Fw) And Raidwatch Gui

    Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual • LCD panel (3 LEDs) • Drive trays (2 LEDs on each tray) • RAID controllers (8 controller status LEDs and 2 Ethernet port status LEDs) • Optional BBU (1 LED) • Cooling modules (2 LEDs on each module) •...

  • Page 27: Hot Swappable Components

    Chapter 1: Introduction 1.4. Hot-swappable Components 1.4.1 Hot-swap Capabilities The GALAXY subsystem comes with a number of hot-swappable components. A hot-swap component is one that can be exchanged while the subsystem is still online without affecting the operational integrity of the subsystem.
  • Page 28 Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Chapter 1 Introduction ......................1-1 1.1. Product Overview...................... 1-1 1.1.1 Product Introduction ..................1-1 1.1.2 Enclosure Chassis....................1-2 1.1.2.1 Chassis Overview..................1-2 1.1.2.2 Physical Dimensions..................1-3 1.1.2.3 Front Panel Overview ................... 1-3 1.1.2.4 Hard Drive Numbering .................
  • Page 29 Chapter 1: Introduction power switch, 1-4 SFP connector, 1-7 PSU, 1-4, 1-10 SFP module, 1-8 PSU module, 1-1 status checking, 1-3 RAIDWatch, 1-13 terminal emulation program, 1-13 rear panel, 1-4, 1-5 troubleshooting, 1-3 SATA chip, 1-1 VT-100 terminal, 1-8 SATA hard drive, 1-1 Hot-swappable Components 1-15...

  • Page 30: Chapter 2 Hardware Installation

    Chapter 2: Hardware Installation Chapter 2 Hardware Installation 2.1. Installation Overview This chapter gives detailed instructions on how to install the controller module, hard drives, and drive trays into the subsystem. Installation into a rack or cabinet should occur before the hard drives or drive trays are installed into the subsystem.

  • Page 31: Safety Precautions

    Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual 5. SFP transceivers: If the FC cables that were previously purchased do not come with pre-installed SFP transceivers, transceivers must be separately purchased and connected to the FC cables. (See Section 4.1.4) 6. Memory modules: If you wish to change the pre-installed memory module, a separately purchased module must be installed.

  • Page 32: Static-Free Installation

    Chapter 2: Hardware Installation 9. Be sure that the rack cabinet in which the subsystem chassis is to be installed provides sufficient ventilation channels and airflow circulation around the subsystem. 10. Provide a soft, clean surface to place your enclosure on before working on it.

  • Page 33: Installation Procedure Flowchart

    Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Step 3. Install hard drives: Separately purchased SATA-II or SATA-I hard drives must be individually installed into the drive trays. (See Section 2.8) Step 4. Install drive trays: After the hard drives have been installed into the drive trays, the drive trays must be installed into the enclosure itself.

  • Page 34: Unpacking The Subsystem

    Chapter 2: Hardware Installation 2.5. Unpacking the Subsystem Use the Unpacking List in your subsystem package to verify package contents. Carefully check the items contained in each box before proceeding with installation. WARNING! Do not rely on the non-definitive, summarized unpacking list shown below--it is for reference only.

  • Page 35: Installing The Optional Bbu

    Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual 2.7. Installing the Optional BBU 2.7.1 BBU Installation Overview The BBU is an optional item that can sustain cache memory in the event of a power failure or in the extremely unlikely event of both PSUs failing. Purchasing and installing a BBU is highly recommended.

  • Page 36: Installation Procedure

    Chapter 2: Hardware Installation 2.7.3 Installation Procedure To install the BBU into the controller module, please follow these steps: NOTE: A new or replaced BBU takes 7 hours to charge to its full capacity. Reset the subsystem whenever a BBU is replaced or added for the new BBU to take effect.
  • Page 37 Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Figure 2-3: Use a Screwdriver to Remove the Metal Sheet Step 3. Install the BBU. After the metal sheet covering the BBU slot has been removed, the BBU can be installed. To do this, align the BBU with the slot from which the metal sheet was removed, and then gently push the BBU into the slot.

  • Page 38: Hard Drive Installation

    Chapter 2: Hardware Installation 2.8. Hard Drive Installation NOTE: Your hard drives have been preintegrated in drive trays and replacement hard drives will come preintegrated as well. The following procedures apply to the cases where you may have to replace or sway hard drives for troubleshooting purposes.

  • Page 39: Sata Drive Installation

    Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual 2.8.2 SATA Drive Installation Step 1. Place the SATA hard drive into the drive tray (as shown in Figure 2-5); making sure that the connector at the back of the drive is facing the back of the drive tray. Figure 2-5: Insert the Hard Drive and the Retention Screws Step 2.
  • Page 40 Chapter 2: Hardware Installation Figure 2-6: Front View of an Individual Drive Tray Step 2. Open the front flap on the drive tray (see Figure 2-7) by pushing the release button on the front of the drive tray. The front flap will open in an upward direction.

  • Page 41: Rack/Cabinet Installation

    Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Figure 2-9: Closing the Drive Tray Front Flap Step 5. Lock the flap into place by turning the key-lock until the groove on its face is pointing down (vertical orientation). Figure 2-10: Drive Tray Key-lock Rotation Step 6.
  • Page 42 Chapter 2: Hardware Installation 2-13...
  • Page 43 Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual CHAPTER 2..........................1 HARDWARE INSTALLATION....................1 2.1..................... 1 NSTALLATION VERVIEW 2.2..................1 NSTALLATION REQUISITES 2.3. :....................2 AFETY RECAUTIONS 2.3.1 Precautions and Instructions ................2 2.3.2 Static-free Installation..................3 2.4................3 ENERAL NSTALLATION ROCEDURE...

  • Page 44: Chapter 3 Subsystem Monitoring

    Chapter 3: Subsystem Monitoring Chapter 3 Subsystem Monitoring 3.1. Subsystem Monitoring Overview The GALAXY subsystem is equipped with a variety of self-monitoring features that help to keep subsystem managers informed of the subsystem operational status, providing vital feedback to help you maintain the operational integrity of the subsystem.

  • Page 45: Status-Indicating Leds

    Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual • Configuration Client: The Configuration Client is a powerful module that runs as an independent program from RAIDWatch and can be installed on different hosts. It is used for event notification via email, fax, LAN broadcast, SNMP traps, MSN Messenger, ICQ, SMS (Short Message Service), and the configuration utility screen.

  • Page 46: Lcd Panel

    Chapter 3: Subsystem Monitoring Component LEDs per Module Total LEDs Definition See Section 3.2.2 LCD Panel See Section 3.2.3 Drive Trays Controller See Section 3.2.4 Module(s) See Section 3.2.5 LAN Ports See Section 3.2.6 (optional) See Section 3.2.7 PSUs Cooling See Section 3.2.8 Modules Table 3-1: LED Distribution...

  • Page 47: Drive Tray Leds

    Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Name Color Status ON indicates that power is being supplied to the subsystem. Blue (Power) OFF indicates that no power is being supplied to the subsystem. FLASHING indicates that there is activity on the host/drive channels.

  • Page 48: Controller Module Leds

    Chapter 3: Subsystem Monitoring LED Name Color Status FLASHING indicates there Drive Busy Blue read/write activity on the drive. OFF indicates there is no read/write activity on the drive. GREEN indicates that a drive is installed in the drive tray Power Status Green/ Red RED indicates that there is a drive...

  • Page 49: Lan Port Leds

    Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual ON indicates that data is currently C_Dirty being cached in memory or is being (Cache Amber held up by the BBU during a system Dirty) power loss. ON indicates the BBU cannot sustain the cache memory.

  • Page 50: Bbu Led

    Chapter 3: Subsystem Monitoring Name Color Status Online Status Green ON indicates currently connected to a LAN LAN Activity Green BLINKING indicates active transmission Table 3-6: LAN Connector LED Definitions 3.2.6 BBU LED The BBU LED is located on the right side of the BBU on the subsystem rear panel.

  • Page 51: Psu Leds

    Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual IMPORTANT! In addition to BBU failure itself and the charger failure, the subsystem may also light the BBU fault LED when the following occur: The temperature sensor embedded with the charger circuit reports a temperature reading exceeding 45 degree Celsius. 2.

  • Page 52: Cooling Module Leds

    Chapter 3: Subsystem Monitoring Color Status The power supply has not been turned on. The PSU FLASHING Green module LED will blink when the subsystem is connected to a power source but not yet turned on. Static Green The PSU is operating normally and experiencing no problem.

  • Page 53: Audible Alarm

    Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual 3.3. Audible Alarm Different controller environmental and operational parameters (like temperature, etc.) have been assigned a range of values between which they can fluctuate. If either the upper or lower thresholds are exceeded, an audible alarm will automatically be triggered.

  • Page 54: Failed Devices

    Chapter 3: Subsystem Monitoring 3.3.2 Failed Devices If any of the following devices fail, the audible alarm will be triggered: • Cooling module • PSU module • • Hard drive NOTE: When the temperature exceeds a preset threshold, the controller’s charger circuits will stop charging.
  • Page 55 Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual This page is intentionally left blank 3-12 I2C Monitoring...
  • Page 56 Chapter 3: Subsystem Monitoring Chapter 3............................ 3-1 Subsystem Monitoring ......................3-1 3.1. Subsystem Monitoring Overview ................3-1 3.2. Status-indicating LEDs ..................... 3-2 3.2.1 Brief Overview of the LEDs ................3-2 3.2.2 LCD Panel ......................3-3 3.2.3 Drive Tray LEDs....................3-4 3.2.4 Controller Module LEDs ..................

  • Page 57: Chapter 4 Subsystem Connection And Operation

    Chapter 4: Subsystem Connection and Operation Chapter 4 Subsystem Connection and Operation This chapter outlines some basic configuration rules you should use when configuring a storage system and introduces basic information about Fibre cables and Fibre topologies for the GALAXY Raid. You can set the system up using these topologies or use them as a guide for developing your own unique topologies.

  • Page 58: Fc Lasers

    Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual 4.1.2 FC Lasers CAUTION! Lasers can be hazardous and may cause permanent eye damage or blindness, and therefore must be treated with respect and used with caution. Never look at lasers without knowing whether they are on or off. Wavelengths: The lasers on fiber optic cables emit either short wave (SW) beams (770nm-860nm) or long wave (LW) (1270nm-1355nm) beams.

  • Page 59: Topology And Configuration Considerations

    Chapter 4: Subsystem Connection and Operation that any transceiver you use meets the FC performance and reliability specifications. NOTE: SFP transceiver modules must be purchased separately. You can order the field-replaceable, SFP tranceivers from your subsystem vendor or contact them for a compatible list. 4.2 Topology and Configuration Considerations 4.2.1 Basic Configuration Rules When you are configuring your GALAXY Raid, the list below contains...

  • Page 60: Host-Side Topologies

    Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual • FC-AL: This is the most common topology currently in use. Fibre channel devices are all connected in a loop. Each device is assigned an arbitrated loop physical address (AL_PA). The FC-AL supports 127 devices in a single loop.

  • Page 61: Sample Topologies

    Chapter 4: Subsystem Connection and Operation 4.3 Sample Topologies The FC ports on the controller rear panel can be used to connect the GALAXY to the hosts, and/or external devices. The subsystem will automatically validate the dual-loop configuration, and the RAID controller will activate the enclosure monitoring service accordingly.

  • Page 62: Sample Topology - Direct-Attached

    Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual NOTE: To create dual-redundant data paths on the host side, it is necessary for third-party failover software to be installed on the host computer. 4.3.2 Sample Topology – Direct-Attached In the configuration shown in Figure 4-2, one (1) GALAXY subsystem is connected to a single host computer.

  • Page 63: Check List

    Chapter 4: Subsystem Connection and Operation 4.4.1 Check List BEFORE powering on the GALAXY Raid, please check the following: Memory module: Memory modules have been correctly installed on the controller boards. BBU: If BBU is installed, make sure BBU has been installed correctly.

  • Page 64: Power On Status Check

    Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual • Turn the two (2) power switches on. (See Figure 4-3) Each switch controls a single PSU, therefore make sure that both switches are turned on. Figure 4-3: GALAXY Raid Subsystem Power Switches CAUTION! Although the PSUs are redundant and a single PSU can provide sufficient power to the system, it is advisable to turn both the power...

  • Page 65: Lcd Screen

    Chapter 4: Subsystem Connection and Operation 6. Firmware and RAIDWatch: The overall status of the system may be checked using the pre-installed firmware or the RAIDWatch GUI. 7. Audible alarm: If any errors occur during the initialization process, the onboard alarm will sound in a hastily repeated manner. 8.

  • Page 66: Power Off Procedure

    Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual GALAXY This screen appears after the initialization Modem Not Config process. It clearly shows the model name. GALAXY Verifying installed cache memory. 256MB RAM, Wait… GALAXY System is ready. You can now start to No Host LUN configure the subsystem.
  • Page 67 Chapter 4: Subsystem Connection and Operation CHAPTER 4 SUBSYSTEM CONNECTION AND OPERATION......... 1 FC H ............... 1 ONNECTION REREQUISITES 4.1.1 Choosing the Fibre Cables .................. 1 4.1.2 FC Lasers ......................2 4.1.3 FC Speed Auto-detection ..................2 4.1.4 SFP Transceivers ....................2 ...........

  • Page 68: Overview

    Chapter 5: Subsystem Maintenance and Upgrading Chapter 5 Subsystem Maintenance 5.1. Overview 5.1.1 Maintenance Constant monitoring and maintenance of your GALAXY subsystem will minimize subsystem downtime and preserve the working integrity of the system for a longer period of time. If any of the subsystem components fail, they must be replaced as soon as possible.

  • Page 69: Replacing Controller Module Components

    Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual in general, it is strongly advised that you refer GALAXY maintenance to a suitably qualified maintenance engineer. • Normalized airflow depends upon the presence of all subsystem components. A subsystem component, even if it has failed, should not be removed from the subsystem until a replacement is readily at hand and can be quickly installed.

  • Page 70: Notes On Controller Module Maintenance

    Chapter 5: Subsystem Maintenance and Upgrading 5.2.2 Notes on Controller Module Maintenance • The GALAXY is a single-controller model subsystem; therefore, it is necessary to power down the subsystem to remove the controller. When replacing a DIMM or the controller itself, the whole subsystem needs to be powered down.

  • Page 71: Replacing The Controller Module

    Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Figure 5-1: Removing Screws from the Retention Levers Step 4. Remove the controller module by pressing down the two (2) levers at the back of the controller module. The controller module will automatically be eased out of the controller module bay. (See Figure 5-2) Figure 5-2: Removing the Controller Module Step 5.
  • Page 72 Chapter 5: Subsystem Maintenance and Upgrading Figure 5-3: Inserting the Controller Module Step 4. Reposition the controller module. Once fully inserted, lift up the levers at the back of the controller module. This will set the controller module in the correct position. Figure 5-4: Lifting the Controller Module Latches Upward Step 5.

  • Page 73: Dimm Module Replacement

    Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual 5.3. DIMM Module Replacement The subsystem comes with a pre-installed 256MB capacity or above DDR RAM DIMM module on the controller. The controller supports memory up to 2GB. If a DDR RAM DIMM module has been failed or a different size of DIMM module needs to be used, the pre-installed module must be removed and the new one installed.

  • Page 74: Replacing A Faulty Bbu

    Chapter 5: Subsystem Maintenance and Upgrading Figure 5-6: Removing the DIMM Module Step 3. Re-insert the new DIMM module. Align the new DDR RAM DIMM module with the DIMM socket and gently (but firmly) push it in. The white clips on either side of the slot should automatically close and lock the new DIMM module into place.
  • Page 75 Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual To replace a BBU, please follow these steps: Step 1. Remove the faulty BBU from the chassis. Loosen the two (2) retention screws located on both sides of the BBU, then pull out the BBU.

  • Page 76: Replacing A Faulty Psu Module

    Chapter 5: Subsystem Maintenance and Upgrading NOTE: A new or replaced BBU takes at least 7 hours to charge to its full capacity. Reset the subsystem whenever a BBU is replaced or added in order for the new BBU to take effect. NOTE: The life expectancy of a BBU is more than one year.

  • Page 77: Replacing The Psu Module

    Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual • Immediate replacement: When a PSU fails, it should be replaced immediately. However, do not remove the PSU module unless a replacement is readily available. Removing a PSU without a replacement will cause severe disruptions to the internal airflow and the subsystem will overheat, possibly causing irreparable damage to some of the subsystem components.
  • Page 78 Chapter 5: Subsystem Maintenance and Upgrading Step 4. Remove the PSU module by pressing down the ejection handle found on the top of the PSU. (See Figure 5-14) This will dislodge the PSU module from the subsystem. Figure 5-14: Removing the PSU Module Step 5.

  • Page 79: Cooling Module Maintenance

    Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Figure 5-16: Installing the new PSU Module Step 9. Secure the PSU to the subsystem by inserting the retention screw to the PSU. (See Figure 5-17) Figure 5-17: Fastening the PSU Retention Screw Step 10.

  • Page 80: Replacing A Cooling Module

    Chapter 5: Subsystem Maintenance and Upgrading • Replacing a cooling module: Once you are notified that a cooling module has failed, it should be replaced as soon as possible. A failed cooling module should only be removed from the subsystem when you have a replacement module immediately available that can be installed as soon as the failed cooling module has been removed.

  • Page 81: Replacing A Failed Hard Drive

    Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Figure 5-19: Installing the New Cooling Module 5.7. Replacing a Failed Hard Drive 5.7.1 Hard Drive Maintenance Overview • Hot-swappable drive trays: The drive trays are all hot-swappable. If a hard drive fails, it can be replaced while the subsystem is still running. •...

  • Page 82: Replacing A Hard Drive

    Chapter 5: Subsystem Maintenance and Upgrading 5.7.2 Replacing a Hard Drive When a hard drives fails, it needs to be replaced. To replace a hard drive, please follow these steps: WARNING! The hard drive is fragile; therefore always handle with extreme care. Do not drop the hard drive;...
  • Page 83 Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Step 3. Open the front flap by pushing the button at the front of the drive tray. (See Figure 5-22) The drive tray front flap will automatically be lifted and the drive tray will be dislodged from the chassis. Figure 5-22: Opening the Front Flap Step 4.
  • Page 84 Chapter 5: Subsystem Maintenance and Upgrading CHAPTER 5 SUBSYSTEM MAINTENANCE............1 5.1........................1 VERVIEW 5.1.1 Maintenance ......................1 5.1.2 General Notes on Component Replacement............1 5.2............2 EPLACING ONTROLLER ODULE OMPONENTS 5.2.1 Overview....................... 2 5.2.2 Notes on Controller Module Maintenance ............3 5.2.3 Removing the Controller Module ................

  • Page 85: Appendix A Uninterruptible Power Supply

    Appendix A: Uninterruptible Power Supply Appendix A Uninterruptible Power Supply A.1 Uninterruptible Power Supply Overview An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) is a separately purchased battery backup unit that is connected to an Infortrend subsystem. If the UPS is sufficiently large, it can be used to power the whole subsystem in the event of an AC power failure.

  • Page 86: Connecting The Ups To The Subsystem

    Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual A.4 Connecting the UPS to the Subsystem A.4.1 Connect the PSU Module Power Cords The two (2) power cords shipped with the subsystem must be plugged into the power cord sockets in the rear of the PSU modules. The plug at the other end of the power cord must be inserted into a socket on the UPS.

  • Page 87: Power On

    Appendix A: Uninterruptible Power Supply A.5 Power On When powering on the subsystem, the UPS must be powered on before the subsystem. For instruction on how to power on the UPS, please refer to the documentation that came with your UPS. Note that the power on sequence described in Chapter 4 will be altered as shown below: Step 1.
  • Page 88 Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Message 2: “UPS connection detected” This message appears when the COM2 ports on the subsystem have been connected to the UPS. Message 3: “Warning: UPS AC Power-Loss detected” This message appears when the UPS battery power level remains above 50% but its connection to the AC power supply has been disrupted in some way.

  • Page 89: Ups Message Summary

    Appendix A: Uninterruptible Power Supply A.6.3 UPS Message Summary Table A-1 below summarizes the UPS messages described above. It is important that you become familiar with these messages and their meanings to help maintain the integrity of the data running through your subsystem. Message AC Power Battery...
  • Page 90 Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual This page is intentionally left blank UPS Status Monitoring...
  • Page 91 Appendix A: Uninterruptible Power Supply APPENDIX A ...........................1 UNINTERRUPTIBLE POWER SUPPLY..................1 ............1 NINTERRUPTIBLE OWER UPPLY VERVIEW UPS S ..................1 OMPATIBLE UPPLIES ................. 1 ERIAL OMMUNICATION ABLE ..............2 ONNECTING THE TO THE UBSYSTEM A.4.1 Connect the PSU Module Power Cords .............. 2 A.4.2 Set the Baud Rate ....................

  • Page 92: Appendix B Specifications

    Appendix B Specifications Appendix B Specifications B.1. Technical Specifications Environmental Specifications Humidity Operating: 10% to 80% (non condensing) Non-operating: 10 to 95% (non condensing) Operating: 0º to 40ºC (32º F to 104º F) Temperature Non-operating: -40º to 60ºC (-40º F to 149º F) Altitude Operating: 3,658m (12,000 ft) Non-operating: 12,192m (40,000 ft)

  • Page 93: Technical Specifications

    Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual EMI/EMC • FCC Class-A • Safety Requirements • UL60950 • Shock Operating: 5G, 11ms duration, half-sine Non-operating: 15G, 11ms duration, half-sine Vibration Operating: 5~500Hz, 0.16G, X/Y/Z Sine Non-operating: 5~500Hz, 1.0G, X/Y/Z Sine Warning Alarms •...

  • Page 94: Controller Specifications

    Appendix B Specifications B.2. Controller Specifications B.2.1 Configuration Specification RAID Levels 0, 1(0 + 1), 3, 5, 6, 10, 30, 50, 60, JBOD, or NRAID Host O/S Compatibility Host O/S independent Host Interface 4Gb FC Host Channels Pre-configured host channels Drive Interface Supports up to 16 channels of 3Gbps SATA-II All drive channels are pre-configured and cannot be...

  • Page 95: Drive Tray Specifications

    Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual B.3. Drive Tray Specifications Specification Height 28mm Width 110mm Depth 218.92mm Key Lock B.4. Power Supply Specifications Specification Nominal Power 460W DC Output 12.0V: 32A 5.0V: 32A 3.3V: 30A Input Frequency 47 to 63Hz AC Input 100VAC @ 10A –...

  • Page 96: Cooling Module Specifications

    Appendix B Specifications B.5. Cooling Module Specifications Specification Max. Air Flow (each High speed: 31.8 CFM module) Low speed: 20.1 CFM 9W max. Input Power 0.89A max. Input Current DC 12V Rated Voltage High speed: 55dB max. Acoustic Noise Low speed: 44dB max. Operating: -10 to +60ºC Temperature Storage: -20 to +70ºC...

  • Page 97: Fault Tolerance Management

    Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual B.7. Fault Tolerance Management Specification Yes (with user-configurable detect only, clone Drive S.M.A.R.T Support and replace, and perpetual clone functions) Battery Back-up Option ISEMS (Simple Enclosure Management Service) via I Interface Automatic Drive Failure Detection Automatic Rebuild on Spare Drives...
  • Page 98 Appendix B Specifications APPENDIX B SPECIFICATIONS ..................1 B.1..................1 ECHNICAL PECIFICATIONS Vibration..........................2 B.2..................3 ONTROLLER PECIFICATIONS B.2.1 Configuration ....................... 3 B.2.2 Architecture......................3 B.3..................4 RIVE PECIFICATIONS B.4................... 4 OWER UPPLY PECIFICATIONS B.5................5 OOLING ODULE PECIFICATIONS...

  • Page 99: Appendix C Spare Parts And Accessories

    Appendix C: Spare Parts and Accessories Appendix C Spare Parts and Accessories C.1. Spare Parts Spare parts that come with the subsystem are listed in Table C-1. Model Name Description GAL 83AF24GD16 Fibre to SATA RAID controller module, for Galaxy single controller subsystem, 2 x FC-4G SFP host connectors, RAID 6 GAL 9273CDTray...
  • Page 100 Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Accessories that must be purchased separately are listed in Table C-3. Model Name Description GAL 9270CUPSCab UPS cable, audio-jack to DB9 GAL 9270CSFP2GA01 Agilent Fibre Channel 2.125 / 1.0625 GBd Small Form Pluggable Optical Transceiver, LC, waive- length 850nm, multi-mode GAL 9270CFCCab01 Optical FC cable, LC-LC, MM-62.5/125, Duplex,...

  • Page 101: Spare Parts

    Appendix C: Spare Parts and Accessories APPENDIX C SPARE PARTS AND ACCESSORIES ..........1 C.1......................... 1 PARE ARTS C.2......................... 1 CCESSORIES Accessories...
  • Page 102 Appendix D: Pin Outs Appendix D Pin Outs D.1. SFP Connector Pin Outs Each of the SFP host or expansion ports is comprised of a case bottom, an EMI case, and a 20-pin host connector. These port sockets receive Small- Form-Factor (SFP) fiber optic and copper-based transceivers.
  • Page 103 Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Pin Name Pin Description Transmitter ground (common with receiver ground) Transmitter fault; not supported FAULT Transmitter disable; laser output disabled on high or open MOD_DEF(2) Module definition 2; data line for serial ID MOD_DEF(1) Module definition 1;...
  • Page 104 Appendix D: Pin Outs D.2. DB9 Audio Jack Pin Outs This cable connects the COM1 serial port on the controller module rear panel for terminal emulation management. PN: IFT-9270ASCab Figure D-2: RS-232C (Audio Jack) Pin Outs CN1 Pin Number Pin Name Ground CN2 Pin Number Pin Name...
  • Page 105 Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual D.3. DB9 Audio Jack UPS Cable Pin Outs Use this cable to connect the COM2 serial port to a UPS. PN: IFT-9270CUPSCab Figure D-3: RS-232C (Audio Jack) Pin Outs CN1 Pin Number Pin Name Ground CN2 Pin Number Pin Name...
  • Page 106 Appendix D: Pin Outs D.4. Null Modem A null modem is used for wire-swap and is necessary for connecting COM1 CN2 to a PC serial port. PN: IFT-9011 Figure D-4: Null Modem Pin Outs Swap pin 2 and pin 3 Swap pin 4 and pin 6 Swap pin 7 and pin 8 Table D-4: Null Modem Pin Outs...
  • Page 107 Galaxy Raid Installation and Hardware Reference Manual D.5. Ethernet Port Pin Outs Figure D-5: LAN Port Pin Outs Pin Name Pin Name LAN_TXP LAN_TXN LAN_RXN LAN_RXP Table D-5: Ethernet Port Pin Outs D.6. Main Power IEC-type receptacle. Ethernet Port Pin Outs...
  • Page 108 Appendix D: Pin Outs APPENDIX D..........................1 PIN OUTS............................ 1 D.1. SFP C ..................1 ONNECTOR D.2. DB9 A ..................3 UDIO D.3. DB9 A UPS C ..............4 UDIO ABLE D.4........................ 5 ODEM D.5.................... 6 THERNET D.6.........................

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