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Rorke Data Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation And Hardware Manual

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Galaxy Raid
Model A16F-R2422
FC-4G to SATA-II RAID Subsystem
Redundant Controller
Installation and Hardware
Reference Manual
Version 0906
Version 1.0 (08, 2005)

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  • Page 1 Galaxy Raid Model A16F-R2422 FC-4G to SATA-II RAID Subsystem Redundant Controller Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Version 0906 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 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...............3-1 UBSYSTEM ONITORING VERVIEW...
  • 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 ..............5-4 5.3.
  • 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. GAL-9011 N ..................

  • 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: Chapter 1 Introduction

    1.1 Product Overview 1.1.1 Product Introduction This hardware manual briefly introduces the Galaxy A16F-R2422 FC-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 14: Enclosure Chassis

    Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual drive bays, accommodate SATA-II hard drives (backward compatible to SATA-I). Two (2) redundant, hot-swappable, dual-fan cooling modules protect the subsystem from overheating and two (2) redundant, hot-swappable, 2U 460W power supply units (PSUs) provide constant power to the subsystem.

  • Page 15: Physical Dimensions

    Chapter 1: Introduction NOTE: Components accessed through the front panel are referred to as “Front Panel Components” and components accessed through the rear panel are referred to as “Rear Panel Components.” 1.1.2.2 Physical Dimensions The A16F-R2422 comes in an enhanced 3U chassis with the following dimensions: •...

  • Page 16: Hard Drive Numbering

    Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual handle houses a 16x2 character LCD panel that can be used for subsystem configuration, troubleshooting and status checking. (Please refer to Section 1.2.1) 1.1.2.4 Hard Drive Numbering The front panel of the A16F enclosure houses sixteen (16) hard drives in a 4x4 configuration as shown in Figure 1-4.

  • Page 17: Backplane Board

    Chapter 1: Introduction factory default, the Controller A is the primary controller and the Controller B is the secondary controller that can be recognized by the management tools such as LCD panel, hyper terminal and RAIDWatch manager. NOTE: If the primary controller (controller A) should fail for any reason (hardware error, software error, removal from system, etc.), the secondary controller (controller B) will take over and become the new primary controller.

  • Page 18: Lcd Panel

    Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual that might occur while removing or installing these modules. Each component is further described below: 1.2.1 LCD Panel Figure 1-6: LCD Panel PN: GAL-9273CHandLLCD The LCD panel shown in Figure 1-6 consists of a 16x2-character LCD screen with push buttons and LED status indicators.
  • Page 19 Chapter 1: Introduction Be careful not to warp, twist, or contort the drive tray in any way (e.g., by dropping it or resting heavy objects on it). The drive tray has been customized to fit into the drive bays in the A16F-R2422 subsystem. If the drive bay superstructure is deformed or altered, the drive trays may not fit into the drive bay.

  • Page 20: Raid Controller Modules

    Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual 1.2.4 The RAID Controller Module Figure 1-9: Controller Module PN: GAL-83AF24RD16M5 ( with 512MB DDR RAM DIMM memory) The RAID controller module contains a metal bracket, a main circuit controller board, a management rear panel, and a pre-installed 512MB capacity or above DDR RAM DIMM module.

  • Page 21: Controller Module Interfaces

    Chapter 1: Introduction Cooling module speed detection: When the controller board temperature breaches the high temperature threshold, the cooling modules in the subsystem will automatically switch to high fan speed to cool the subsystem down. 1.2.5 Controller Module Interfaces All external interfaces that connect to external devices are located on the controller module rear panel shown in Figure 1-10.

  • Page 22: Dimm Modules

    Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual If the controller that you connect to has failed, you may have to disconnect the serial cable from the failed controller and connect it to the surviving controller. • LED indicators: Each controller board rear panel comes with six (6) LED indicators.

  • Page 23: Psus

    Chapter 1: Introduction details on the LED indicators.) You can check the status of the battery’s charge via RAIDWatch or the firmware. 1.2.8 Power Supply Units (PSUs) Figure 1-12: PSU PN: GAL-9273CPSU The A16F-R2422 is equipped with two (2) redundant, hot-swappable, 460W PSUs, which are located at the rear of the enclosure.

  • Page 24: Cooling Modules

    Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual 1.2.9 Cooling Modules Figure 1-13: Cooling Module PN: GAL-9273CFanMod The A16F-R2422 is equipped with two (2) 1U, dual-fan, redundant, hot- swappable cooling modules (GAL-9273CFanMod). They are installed in the cooling module slots located in the lower section of the PSU modules (see Figure 1-13).
  • Page 25 Chapter 1: Introduction NOTE: There are two values sets for the upper temperature thresholds. One is set for event notification and the other triggering higher fan rotation speed. The preset value for event notification can be changed using the firmware-embedded configuration utility, while the fan speed trigger is not a user’s option.

  • Page 26: I2C Bus

    Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Two (2) host connection modules are installed above the PSUs and are secured to the chassis by two (2) retention screws on the rear panel. Each module has two (2) ports that accept SFP transceivers. The default configurations do not include SFP transceivers on the FC ports.

  • Page 27: Firmware (Fw) And Raidwatch Gui

    Chapter 1: Introduction • RAID controllers (6 controller status LEDs and 2 Ethernet port status LEDs on each module) • BBUs (1 LED on each module) • Cooling modules (2 LEDs on each module) • PSUs (1 LED on each module) •...

  • Page 28: Components

    Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual without affecting the operational integrity of the subsystem. These components should only be removed from the subsystem when they are being replaced. At no other time should these components be removed from the subsystem.

  • Page 29: Chapter 2 Hardware Installation

    Chapter 2: Hardware Installation Chapter 2 Hardware Installation 2.1 Introduction 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 30: Safety Precautions

    Galaxy A16F-R2422 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 module: If you wish to change the pre-installed memory module, a separately purchased module must be installed.

  • Page 31: Static-Free Installation

    Chapter 2: Hardware Installation 8. Always make sure the subsystem has a safe electrical earth connection via power cords or chassis ground by the rack cabinet. 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.

  • Page 32: Installation Procedure Flowchart

    Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual 3. Install hard drives: Although hard drives have been preinstalled, a hard drive may need to be replaced. Follow the instructions in this procedure.(See Section 2.7) 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 33: Unpacking The Subsystem

    Chapter 2: Hardware Installation 2.5 Unpacking the Subsystem Use the Unpacking Checklist in your 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 34: Uninstalled Components

    Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual 2.6.2 Uninstalled Components You must install the following components: • Drive trays with hard drives pre-installed 2.7 Hard Drive Installation 2.7.1 Hard Drive Installation Prerequisites Hard drives for the Galaxy subsystem must be purchased separately. When purchasing the hard drives, the following factors should be considered: Capacity (MB/GB): Use drives with the same capacity.
  • Page 35 Chapter 2: Hardware Installation 2.7.2 Hard Drive Installation Step 1. Correctly orient the hard drive; making sure that the connector at the back of the drive is facing the back of the drive tray. This connector is connected to the MUX kit. Step 2.

  • Page 36: Drive Tray Installation

    Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual 2.8 Drive Tray Installation Once the hard drives have been installed in the drive trays, the drive trays can be installed into the A16F-R2422. WARNING! All drive trays must be installed into the enclosure even if they do not contain a hard drive.
  • Page 37 Chapter 2: Hardware Installation Figure 2-7: Installing a Drive Tray Step 4. Close the front flap on the drive tray. Make sure the front flap is closed properly to ensure that the SCA connector on the MUX kit at the back of the drive tray is firmly connected to the corresponding connector on the backplane board.

  • Page 38: Rack/Cabinet Installation

    Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Figure 2-9: Drive Tray Key-lock Rotation Step 6. Once the drive tray is inserted, the RAID controller will recognize the drive and scan it in automatically. 2.9 Rack/Cabinet Installation PN: GAL-9273CSlider36 PN: GAL-9273CSlider32 The A16F-R2422 subsystem has been designed to fit into a standard cabinet or rack.

  • Page 39: Chapter 3 Subsystem Monitoring

    Chapter 3: Subsystem Monitoring Chapter 3 Subsystem Monitoring 3.1 Subsystem Monitoring Overview The A16F-R2422 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 40: Status-Indicating Leds

    Galaxy A16F-R2422 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 41: Lcd Panel

    Chapter 3: Subsystem Monitoring Component LEDs per Module Total LEDs Definition LCD Panel See Section 3.2.2 Drive Trays See Section 3.2.3 Controller See Section 3.2.4 Modules Ethernet Ports See Section 3.2.5 Host See Section 3.2.6 Connection Modules BBUs See Section 3.2.7 PSUs See Section 3.2.8 Cooling...

  • Page 42: Drive Tray Leds

    Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Figure 3-1: LCD Panel 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 43: Controller Module Leds

    Chapter 3: Subsystem Monitoring Figure 3-2: Drive Tray LEDs Name Color Status FLASHING • When the LED flashes blue indicates controller A is writing to or reading date from the drive. The drive is busy. Blue/ Drive Busy • When the LED flashes amber indicates Amber controller B is writing to or reading date from the drive.
  • Page 44 Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Figure 3-3: LEDs on the A16F-R2422 Controller Module Name Color Status ON indicates the controller is active and operating properly. Ready Green OFF indicates the controller is not ready for operation. FLASHING indicates there activity on the host ports.

  • Page 45: Bbu Led

    Chapter 3: Subsystem Monitoring This enables you to manage your subsystem via the web. Two (2) LEDs located on the Ethernet port indicate the Ethernet connection status. See Figure 3-4 for the locations of the two (2) LED indicators. Refer to Table 3- 5 for the LED definitions.

  • Page 46: Psu Leds

    Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Figure 3-6: BBU LED 3.2.8 PSU LEDs Each PSU comes with a single LED at the back (see Figure 3-7), located just above the power switch that turns on the subsystem. This LED indicates the operational status of the PSU module.

  • Page 47: Audible Alarm

    Chapter 3: Subsystem Monitoring the LED is on, it indicates the fan has failed. When the LED is off, it indicates the fan is functioning properly. Figure 3-8: Cooling Module LEDs and Cooling Fan Locations The A16F-R2422 has a novel approach to stabilizing the temperature within the subsystem: When the intelligent sensors on the backplane detect higher temperature, such as high ambient temperature or the failure of any cooling or PSU module, the system will turn the cooling fans to high speed to...

  • Page 48: Default Threshold Values

    Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual 3.3.1 Default Threshold Values NOTE: The threshold values listed below are used to trigger a warning event and sound the alarm. A different value set is reserved for triggering the cooling fans to operate at a high rotation speed. The fan speed value set is not user-configurable.

  • Page 49: I2C Monitoring

    Chapter 3: Subsystem Monitoring NOTE: When the temperature exceeds a preset threshold, the controller’s charger circuits will stop charging. You will then receive a message that says “Thermal Shutdown/Enter Sleep Mode.” When the temperature falls back within normal range, the battery will resume charging. 3.4 I C Monitoring Presence detection and the general working status of the cooling fan and...
  • Page 50 Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual This page is intentionally left blank Subsystem Monitoring 3-12...

  • Page 51: 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 A16F-R2422. You can set the system up using these topologies or use them as a guide for developing your own unique topologies.

  • Page 52: Fc Lasers

    Galaxy A16F-R2422 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.

  • Page 53: Topology And Configuration Considerations

    Chapter 4: Subsystem Connection and Operation Other beneficial features of a typical SFP transceiver include a single power supply, low power dissipation, and hot-swap capability. It is also important that any transceiver you use meets the FC performance and reliability specifications.

  • Page 54: Host-Side Topologies

    Galaxy A16F-R2422 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 124 devices in a single loop.

  • Page 55: Unique Identifier

    Chapter 4: Subsystem Connection and Operation 4.2.6 Unique Identifier The unique identifier is a user-specified, 16-bit hexadecimal number that is used to assign a FC port number to the Primary Controller. Each controller is assigned a separate hexadecimal number and the firmware then determines which unique identifier to use.
  • Page 56 Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual CH0 & CH1 Hub Enable/Disable Enable Section 4.3.1 CH0 & CH1 Auto/4G/2G/1G Auto Section 4.3.2 Speed Selection 6 - 8 Reserved Table 4-1: DIP Switch Definition 4.3.1 DIP Switch 4: CH0 & CH1 Hub Enable/Disable The subsystem has internal hub through which host channels CH0 and CH1 are routed to four (4) FC connectors, two (2) connectors per each channel.
  • Page 57 Chapter 4: Subsystem Connection and Operation Figure 4-2: FC ports and Corresponding Controllers NOTE: Auto speed detection will determine FC speed by port 0; therefore it is important to first connect port 0. It is requested to set the same speed in the same Fibre loop environment.

  • Page 58: Sample Topologies

    Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual WARNING! When the DIP switch 5 is manually switched to the up and 6 to the down position for FC-AL loop running at 4Gbps speed, firmware that is running in the subsystem must also be adjusted accordingly. You may access the firmware by the LCD in front of the subsystem, RS-232C hyper terminal screen, telnet and RAIDwatch management program.
  • Page 59 Chapter 4: Subsystem Connection and Operation Figure 4-3: Direct Single Host Connection 4.4.2 Direct Connection to Single Host and Daisy Chain A16F-R2422 subsystems In the configuration shown below, one (1) A16F-R2422 is connected to single host computer and daisy chain A16F-R2422 subsystems. Adding more subsystems can expand the storage capacity.
  • Page 60 Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Figure 4-4: Direct Single Host Connection and Daisy Chain CAUTION! All necessary SFP transceivers and cables connections must be made between subsystems before turn on the subsystem. If you power on the subsystem before correctly connect cables, unexpected damages may occur.
  • Page 61 Chapter 4: Subsystem Connection and Operation Figure 4-5: Direct Dual Host Connection 4.4.4 Multi-Hosts Connection via Fibre Switch In the configuration shown below, one (1) A16F-R2422 is connected to a Fibre Channel SAN (Storage Area Network) using a Fibre Switch. Multiple logical drives or multiple partitions can be created and made available separately through different ID/LUN’s on the host ports.

  • Page 62: Power On

    Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Figure 4-6: Multi-Host Connection Via Switch NOTE: If multiple host IDs are used, connection from the host ports to switch ports should operate in FC-AL mode. Connection from switch ports to host HBAs can be using point-to-point mode.

  • Page 63: Power On Procedure

    Chapter 4: Subsystem Connection and Operation DIP switch settings: All the appropriate DIP switch settings have been made. The hub has been enabled/disabled (as required) and the speed of the host channel selected as auto-detect or fixed at 1Gbps. Cable connections: The host ports on the subsystem have been correctly connected to a host computer(s).

  • Page 64: Power On Status Check

    Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Figure 4-7: Power Sockets and 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 switches on. If only one (1) PSU is operating and that PSU fails, the whole system will crash.

  • Page 65: Lcd Screen

    Chapter 4: Subsystem Connection and Operation 7. Firmware and RAIDWatch: The overall status of the system may be checked using the pre-installed firmware or the RAIDWatch GUI. 8. Audible alarm: If any errors occur during the initialization process, the onboard alarm will sound in a hastily repeated manner. 9.

  • Page 66: Power Off Procedure

    Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual A16F-R2422 This screen appears after the initialization Modem Not Config process. It clearly shows the model name. A16F-R2422 Verifying installed cache memory. 256MB RAM, Wait… A16F-R2422 System is ready. You can now start to No Host LUN configure the subsystem.

  • Page 67: Chapter 5 Subsystem Maintenance

    Chapter 5: Subsystem Maintenance Chapter 5 Subsystem Maintenance 5.1 Overview 5.1.1 About Subsystem Maintenance Constant monitoring and maintenance of your A16F-R2422 minimizes subsystem downtime and preserves 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 68: General Notes On Component Replacement

    Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual 5.1.2 General Notes on Component Replacement • With the exception of the RAID controller module, all of the components on the A16F-R2422, including the PSU modules, cooling modules, and drive trays, are hot-swappable and can be changed while the subsystem is still in operation.

  • Page 69: Replacing Controller Module Components

    Chapter 5: Subsystem Maintenance 5.2 Replacing Controller Module Components The controller module in the A16F-R2422 consists of the following replaceable components: • DDR RAM DIMM module • Controller module If any of these components fails, it needs to be replaced. To replace any of these components, the controller module must be removed.
  • Page 70 Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Step 2. Remove the screws on the levers at the back of the controller module. (See Figure 5-1) Figure 5-1: Removing the Controller Module Screws Step 3. Remove the controller module by pressing down the two (2) levers at the back of the controller module.

  • Page 71: Replacing The Controller Module

    Chapter 5: Subsystem Maintenance 5.2.3 Replacing the Controller Module If the controller module itself has failed, it must be replaced. To replace a failed controller module: Step 1. Remove the controller module from the subsystem (see Section 5.2.2.) If the DIMM module is undamaged, it can be removed and reinstalled on the new controller module.

  • Page 72: Dimm Module Replacement

    Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Step 5. Secure the controller module to the subsystem by installing the two (2) screws on the levers. (See Figure 5-6) Figure 5-6: Installing the Controller Module Screws Step 6. Re-attach all the cables that were removed. These include the...

  • Page 73: Dimm Module Replacement Procedure

    Chapter 5: Subsystem Maintenance IMPORTANT! The DIMM modules for the dual controllers in the A16F-R2422 subsystem must have exactly the SAME SIZE and SPEED. • Installation considerations: When installing the DDR RAM DIMM module, it is necessary to remove the controller module. The controller board is more susceptible to damage than the other components and must be handled with extreme care.

  • Page 74: Replacing A Faulty Bbu

    Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual 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: Replacing A Bbu

    Chapter 5: Subsystem Maintenance • Do not immerse the BBU in water nor allow it to get wet. Its protective features can be damaged. Abnormal chemical reactions may occur, possibly causing functional defects, acid leak, and other hazardous results. • Do not disassemble or modify the BBU.
  • Page 76 Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Figure 5-10: Installing the BBU Step 3. Secure the BBU to the subsystem by fastening the two (2) retention screws on the back of the BBU. (See Figure 5-11) Figure 5-11: Fastening the BBU Retention Screws Step 4.
  • Page 77 Chapter 5: Subsystem Maintenance NOTE: The life expectancy of a BBU is more than one year. Follow the procedures above to replace an old BBU with a new one in order to maintain fault-tolerant subsystem functionalities. 5.5 Replacing a Faulty Host Connection Module The subsystem contains two (2) hot-swappable host connection modules.
  • Page 78 Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Figure 5-14: Loosening the Host Connection Module Hand Screw Step 3. Pull out the faulty host connection module and place it on a clean surface. (See Figure 5-15) Figure 5-15: Removing the Host Connection Module Step 4.
  • Page 79 Chapter 5: Subsystem Maintenance Step 5. Align a new host connection PCB board to the metal bracket. Make sure that the SFP cages on the board are attached to the host connection module rear panel firmly. Fasten the four (4) screws that were previously removed.

  • Page 80: Replacing A Faulty Psu Module

    Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Step 7. Fasten the retention screws on the host connection module rear panel to secure the module to the chassis. (See Figure 5-19) Figure 5-19: Fasten the retention screws Step 8. Re-insert the SFP transceiver(s) that were previously removed.

  • Page 81: Replacing The Psu Module

    Chapter 5: Subsystem Maintenance Figure 5-20: Label on the PSU Handle • 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 82 Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Figure 5-22: Removing the PSU Retention Screw Step 4. Remove the PSU module by pressing down the ejection handle found on the top of the PSU. (See Figure 5-23) This will dislodge the PSU module from the subsystem.
  • Page 83 Chapter 5: Subsystem Maintenance It is recommended that the replacement procedure is completed in less than five (5) minutes to prevent the subsystem from overheating. Step 7. Insert the previously removed cooling module into the new PSU module. (See Section 5.7.) Step 8.

  • Page 84: Cooling Module Maintenance

    Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual 5.7 Cooling Module Maintenance 5.7.1 Cooling Module Overview • Redundant cooling modules: The A16F-R2422 is equipped with two (2) redundant, hot swappable, dual-blower cooling modules located on the lower level of the subsystem rear panel. These cooling modules control the internal operational temperature of the subsystem and therefore their working integrity should be maintained at all times.

  • Page 85: Replacing A Failed Hard Drive

    Chapter 5: Subsystem Maintenance Figure 5-27: Removing the Cooling Module Step 2. Install the new cooling module by aligning the module with the cooling module slot on the lower section of the PSU module and gently sliding it in. The latches will hold the module in place. (See Figure 5-28) Figure 5-28: Installing the New Cooling Module 5.8 Replacing a Failed Hard Drive...

  • Page 86: Replacing A Hard Drive

    Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Figure 5-29: Open the Front Handles • Open flap: Once the flap on the drive tray has been opened, the drive tray must be removed from the subsystem. Failure to remove the drive tray from the subsystem after the flap has been opened may cause data errors.
  • Page 87 Chapter 5: Subsystem Maintenance Figure 5-30: Drive Tray Key-lock Rotation Step 3. Open the front flap by pushing the button at the front of the drive tray. (See Figure 5-31) The drive tray front flap will automatically be lifted and the drive tray will be dislodged from the chassis. Figure 5-31: Opening the Front Flap Step 4.

  • Page 88: Installation Procedure

    Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Figure 5-32: Removing a Drive Tray Step 5. Remove the four (4) retention screws located on the sides of the drive tray (two on each side.) (See Figure 5-33) Figure 5-33: Loosening the Hard Drive Screws Step 6.
  • Page 89 Chapter 5: Subsystem Maintenance 5.9 Replacing a MUX Kit If a MUX kit is damaged or broken, it needs to be replaced. To replace the MUX kit, please follow these instructions: Step 1. Remove the drive tray from the subsystem. (See Section 5.8) Step 2.

  • Page 90: Subsystem

    Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual See Figure 5-37. Make sure that the Fibre connector is facing the back of the drive tray. The Fibre connector will connect to the backplane board in the subsystem. Figure 5-37: Screw Locations on an Empty Drive Tray Step 6.

  • Page 91: Appendix B Specifications

    Appendix A: Specifications Appendix A Specifications A.1. Technical Specifications Environmental Specifications Humidity 5 to 95% (non condensing) Operating: 0º to 40ºC Temperature Non-operating: -20º to 60ºC Operating: 12,000 ft Altitude Packaged: 20,000 ft Power Requirements 100VAC @ 10A Input Voltage 240VAC @ 5A with PFC (auto-switching) 47-63Hz Frequency...
  • Page 92 Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Certifications • FCC Class-A • • UL60950 • • BSMI Shock Half-sine Operating: 10G peak, 11ms duration Non-operating: 100G, 180 in/sec 240G, 2ms, half-sine Square 240G, 2ms, half-sine Vibration 5 to 500Hz, 0.2G, X/Y/Z...

  • Page 93: Controller Specifications

    Appendix A: Specifications A.2. Controller Specifications A.2.1 Configuration Specification RAID Levels 0, 1(0 + 1), 3, 5, 6, 10, 30, 50, 60, JBOD, or NRAID Host O/S Host O/S independent Compatibility Host Interface 4Gbps FC Host Channels Pre-configured host channels Drive Interface Supports up to 16 channels of 3.0Gbps SATA-II All drive channels are pre-configured and cannot be...

  • Page 94: Power Supply Specifications

    Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual A.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 – 240VAC @ 5A with PFC Power Factor...

  • Page 95: Raid Management

    Appendix A: Specifications A.6. RAID Management Specification • Text-based firmware-embedded utility over RS- 232C through the included serial cable • Configuration LCD keypad panel • The RAIDWatch Manager program using in-band or Ethernet connection Performance Monitoring Remote Control and Monitoring Event Yes (via Java-based RAIDWatch Manager) Broadcast/Alert...
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  • Page 97: Appendix C Spare Parts And Accessories

    Appendix B: Spare Parts and Accessories Appendix B Spare Parts and Accessories B.1. Spare Parts Spare parts that come with the subsystem are listed in Table B-1. Model Name Description Fibre to SATA RAID controller module, for A16F-R2422 GAL-83AF24RD16 subsystem, no FC-4G SFP host connector, RAID 6 Fibre channel (FC-4G) IO board at left side, 4 SFP ports w/ on- GAL-9273CF4HIO4L1 board host hub...

  • Page 98: Accessories

    Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual B.2. Accessories Accessories that came with the subsystem are listed in Table B-2. Model Name Description GAL-9011 Null modem, DB-9 female to DB-9 male, wires swapped GAL-9270AYCab Serial port Y-cable for dual-controller subsystem, 2 audio jacks DB-9;...
  • Page 99 Appendix C: Pin Outs Appendix C Pin Outs C.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 100 Galaxy A16F-R2422 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 101 Appendix C: Pin Outs C.2 DB9 Audio Jack Pin Outs This cable connects the COM1 serial port on the controller module rear panel for terminal emulation management. PN: GAL-9270ASCab Figure C-2: RS-232C (Audio Jack) Pin Outs CN1 Pin Number Pin Name Ground CN2 Pin Number Pin Name...
  • Page 102 Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual C.3 DB9 Audio Jack Y-Cable Pin Outs The two (2) audio jacks to DB-9 Y-cable connects the COM1 serial ports on dual controller module rear panels for maintenance-free terminal emulation management during controller failover/failback.
  • Page 103 Appendix C: Pin Outs C.4 DB9 Audio Jack UPS Cable Pin Outs Use this cable to connect the COM2 serial port to a UPS. PN: GAL-9270CUPSCab Figure C-4: RS-232C (Audio Jack) Pin Outs CN1 Pin Number Pin Name Ground CN2 Pin Number Pin Name Ground Table C-4: RS-232C (Audio Jack) Pin Out Definitions...
  • Page 104 Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual C.5 DB9 Audio Jack UPS Y-Cable Pin Outs Use this cable to connect the COM2 serial port to a UPS. PN: GAL- 9CAB000149G0 Figure C-5: RS-232C (Audio Jack) Pin Outs CN1 Pin Number...
  • Page 105 Appendix C: Pin Outs C.6 Null Modem A null modem is used for wire-swap and is necessary for connecting COM1 CN2 to a PC serial port. PN: GAL -9011 Figure C-5: Null Modem Pin Outs Swap pin 2 and pin 3 Swap pin 4 and pin 6 Swap pin 7 and pin 8 Table C-6: Null Modem Pin Outs...
  • Page 106 Galaxy A16F-R2422 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual C.7 Ethernet Port Pin Outs Figure C-6: LAN Port Pin Outs Pin Name Pin Name LAN_TXP LAN_TXN LAN_RXN LAN_RXP Table C-7: Ethernet Port Pin Outs C.8 Main Power IEC-type receptacle. Pin Outs...

  • Page 107: Ups S Upplies

    Appendix D: Uninterruptible Power Supply Appendix D Uninterruptible Power Supply D.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 108 A16F-R2422 Galaxy Installation and Hardware Reference Manual use the correct cable. The cable pinouts are listed in Appendix C. D.4 Connecting the UPS to the Subsystem D.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.

  • Page 109: M Onitoring

    Appendix D: Uninterruptible Power Supply D.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 110 A16F-R2422 Galaxy Installation and Hardware Reference Manual D.6.2 UPS Messages The following messages may appear on the LCD screen: Message 1: “UPS connection is absent” This message appears when COM2 has not been connected to the UPS. Message 2: “UPS connection detected” This message appears when the COM2 ports on the subsystem have been connected to the UPS.
  • Page 111 Appendix D: Uninterruptible Power Supply D.6.3 UPS Message Summary Table D-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...
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