Chapter 2: Basic Operations; Dxi4700 Node - Quantum DXi4700 User Manual

This chapter describes the hardware features and basic operation of DXi4700 systems and includes the
following sections:

DXi4700 Node

DXi4700 Expansion Module
DXi4700 Hard Drive Carrier Indicators
Turning On and Shutting Down the DXi4700
Locating DXi4700 Serial Numbers
DXi4700 Node
All DXi4700 systems include one Node. DXi4700 Node is a computer server that provides control for the
DXi software (host OS and software applications). The Node also stores support data for the DXi4700
system, such as metadata and indexes, and provides data storage. Depending on the configuration, the
Node contains 6 or 12 hard drive carriers. In addition, all network connections are made on the Node.
Note: Usable storage capacity can be upgraded at any time after purchase by adding a storage
capacity upgrade license to enable installed hardware capacity, or by adding additional hardware
capacity to the system. For information about upgrade options, see the DXi4700 Capacity Upgrade
Guide (6-68107), or contact your Quantum sales representative.
The DXi4700 Node has a series of LED indicators and buttons located on the front and back of each
component:
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