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SimpliVity CN-2200 Hardware Installation And Maintenance Manual

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  • Page 1 OmniCube™ CN-Series Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide OmniStack™ Software Version 2.1.5...
  • Page 2 SimpliVity, the SimpliVity logo, OmniCube, OmniStack, OmniCube Accelerator, CN-2000, CN-2200, CN-3000, CN-5000 and Data Virtualization Platform are trademarks or registered trademarks of SimpliVity Corporation in the United States and certain other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table Of Contents Preface 1 - Introduction to the CN-Series Hardware CN-Series Hardware Components CN-Series Enclosure Front Panel CN-Series Enclosure Back Panel CN-Series Enclosure Interior CN-Series Environmental and Technical Specifications Enclosure Size and Weights Power and Thermal Temperature and Humidity Vibration and Shock Limits Altitude and Airborne Contaminants Agency Compliance...
  • Page 5 OmniCube CN-Series Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide Appendix A - Installing and Using the Rail Kit Rail Kit Components Installing the Rail Kit Mounting the Enclosure into the Rails Index...

  • Page 6: Preface

    Overview of the CN-Series system The foundation of the SimpliVity architecture is two or more high-performance and highly-available CN-Series systems. After installing the hardware in a rack and connecting power and network cables, you can create a datacenter within vCenter™...
  • Page 7 Technical Support and Customer Service Support services from SimpliVity are available to answer your questions about the CN-Series system. SimpliVity provides online and telephone-based support services. Availability varies by country and product, and some services might not be available in your area.

  • Page 8: Introduction To The Cn-Series Hardware

    Federation. When you need more capacity or performance, you can add more OmniCube systems to the Federation, with no disruption to users. Table-1 describes the components of the 2U CN-Series system models. Table-1 CN-Series system Model-specific Components Component CN-2000 CN-2200 CN-3000 CN-5000 Model Intel Xeon Intel Xeon Intel Xeon...

  • Page 9: Cn-Series Enclosure Front Panel

    CN-2000 or CN-3000 with the bezel removed. Figure-2 shows the front panel of a CN-2200 with the bezel removed. Table-2 describes the components of the front panel. Figure-1: CN-2000 or CN-3000—Front View (Bezel Removed)
  • Page 10 Drives 0 to 3 are SSDs and drives 4 to 11 are HDDs. For the CN-2200, the drives are numbered from 0 to 9, top to bottom, and left to right. Drives 0 and 1 are SSDs and drives 2 to 9 are HDDs. Drives 10 and 11 are empty.

  • Page 11: Cn-Series Enclosure Back Panel

    OmniCube CN-Series Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide 1 - Introduction to the CN-Series Hardware Figure-3: CN-5000—Front View (Bezel Removed) Table-3 CN-5000—Front Panel Callout Component Description Power button Controls power to the CN-Series system and indicates whether there is power to the CN-Series system.
  • Page 12 Two 10GbE network interfaces, numbered 1 and 2. Each 10GbE interface has link (top) and activity (bottom) round LEDs. These interfaces are dedicated to SimpliVity Federation networks. Identifying Network Interface Problems on page 44 for LED details.

  • Page 13: Cn-Series Enclosure Interior

    Expansion card riser 2, which contains the OmniCube Accelerator in slot 5 (bottom). Expansion card riser 3, which contains the PERC H310 Disk controller. Bays for the back panel hard drives. Both drives are reserved by SimpliVity for system use only. Memory DIMMs (up to 24 DIMMs, depending on the CN-Series model).

  • Page 14: Cn-Series Environmental And Technical Specifications

    Maximum depth (from rack flange) 28.50 723.0 28.5 Table-7 describes the weight of all CN-Series system models with all storage drives installed. Table-7 Maximum Enclosure Weights Specification CN-2000, CN-2200, and CN-3000 32.5 71.5 CN-5000 29.5 65.0 Power and Thermal Table-8 describes the power and thermal specification for a CN-Series system with two redundant power supplies.

  • Page 15: Temperature And Humidity

    OmniCube CN-Series Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide 1 - Introduction to the CN-Series Hardware Specification CN-2000, CN-2200, and CN-3000 CN-5000 max.) Maximum inrush current 55A Energy efficiency Energy Star, spec version 1.0 Energy Star, spec version 1.0 Power supply efficiency 90-96% efficient (load dependent)

  • Page 16: Agency Compliance

    OmniCube CN-Series Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide 1 - Introduction to the CN-Series Hardware Agency Compliance Table-12 lists agency compliance for all CN-Series systems. Table-12 Agency Standards Compliance Standard FCC 47 CFR Part 15 Subpart B: 2012 EN 55022:2010 COR 2011 CISPR 22:2008 EN 55024:2010 CISPR 24:2010...

  • Page 18: Installing The Cn-Series System

    See the OmniCube Release Notes for configuration constraints that apply in this release. General Guidelines for Installing Hardware in a Rack SimpliVity recommends that you install the hardware in a rack according to the following guidelines: • Follow all safety guidelines stated in the rack's documentation, particularly when installing components into the locations at the top of the rack.

  • Page 19: Task 1-Perform The Pre-Installation Tasks

    Unpacking the Shipping Carton When unpacking the shipping carton, be aware that: • The systems are heavy. Two or three people are required to lift and unpack the cartons and SimpliVity recommends the use of a datacenter equipment lift. • Pallet shipping straps might have considerable tension. Cut these with an appropriate tool and use...
  • Page 20 OmniCube CN-Series Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide 2 - Installing the CN-Series System Figure-6 shows the carton contents for a 2U model. Figure-6: Shipping Carton Contents Follow these steps to unpack a CN-Series system shipping carton: Remove the shrink wrap from the palleted cartons and carefully cut any straps that hold the cartons to the pallet.

  • Page 21: Obtaining Hardware That Is Not Supplied

    Cable management arm Contains the cable management arm (CMA) assembly and installation documentation. USB flash drive Contains the SimpliVity vSphere™ Extension and SimpliVity Arbiter software and recovery software for resetting the system. PDF copies of the following documents are provided: •...

  • Page 22: Rack Requirements

    OmniCube CN-Series Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide 2 - Installing the CN-Series System Hardware Description Application on page 22. 1GbE Data Cables For each CN-Series system, two Connect the 1GbE network interfaces on a CN-Series Category 5E or Category 6 cables system to a 1GbE switch.

  • Page 23: Understanding The Networks Used In A Federation

    It is important to understand the networking guidelines for a properly functioning Federation, including the minimum and recommended network configurations. See the OmniCube Release Notes for configuration constraints that apply to this release. For a list of the ports SimpliVity uses for network communication, see Ports Required for Network Communication on page Note: Network configuration is a complex and integral part of any networked storage solution.

  • Page 24: Task 2-Install The Cn-Series Enclosure In A Rack

    • You use the IPMI port for the initial setup and remote management. See the OmniCube for vSphere Client Help for information about setting up IPMI. • SimpliVity supports three physical network configurations for a minimal two-OmniCube Federation. See: ◦...

  • Page 25: Task 3-Connect The Power Cables

    Connect both CN-Series system power supplies to power sources. For high availability, connect each power supply to a different circuit. In addition, SimpliVity recommends that you use redundant uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems to protect against a complete power outage.

  • Page 26: Task 4-Connect The Network Cables

    OmniCube CN-Series Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide 2 - Installing the CN-Series System Figure-8: Connecting Power Cables Figure-9: Using the Cable Strain Relief Task 4—Connect the Network Cables Each CN-Series system includes four network interfaces that are required for OmniCube Federation networks.

  • Page 27: Minimum (10Gbe-Only) Omnicube Network Configuration

    Figure-11 shows the minimum network configuration for a two-OmniCube Federation that uses redundant 10GbE connections to two 10GbE switches and uses VLANs to separate the SimpliVity Storage, Federation, and Management networks. See the OmniCube Release Notes for information about configurations supported in this release.

  • Page 28: Minimum Configuration For A Direct-Connected Storage Network

    • For each CN-Series system, use two SFP+ Direct Attach cables (or Fiber Optic cables) to connect the 10GbE ports to different 10GbE switches. • Separate the SimpliVity Storage, Management, and Federation networks by using VLANs on each switch. Minimum Configuration for a Direct-Connected Storage...

  • Page 29: Minimum Configuration For A Switch-Connected Storage Network

    OmniCube CN-Series Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide 2 - Installing the CN-Series System Minimum Configuration for a Switch-Connected Storage Network Figure-13 shows a minimum two-OmniCube network configuration that uses redundant connections to 10GbE switches for the Storage and Federation networks, and redundant connections to 1GbE switches for the Management network.

  • Page 30: Organizing Cables

    You can change this to specify a rack location, your own asset number, or any other identifiable reference. • If you use DHCP to assign an IP address instead of using a static IP, SimpliVity recommends that you check the option: , and use the DNS RAC to reference the OmniCube.
  • Page 31 OmniCube CN-Series Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide 2 - Installing the CN-Series System ◦ [Optional] Up to two DNS servers (static or assigned by DHCP). • An Ethernet cable to connect to the rack-mounted switch that can reach your network (as specified in the preceding network address requirements).
  • Page 32 Use the default user name and the default password to log in. root calvin Click the tab to open the Virtual Console and click the link. Console Launch Virtual Console The SimpliVity OmniCube ESXi console opens. Press F2 to enter System Customization...

  • Page 33: Task 6-Configuring The Esxi Host

    ESXi host in your local environment. After you configure the ESXi host, you can then power on the OmniCube system. For a list of the ports SimpliVity requires for network communication, see Ports Required for Network Communication on page 45.
  • Page 34 OmniCube CN-Series Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide 2 - Installing the CN-Series System Ensure that are not selected. vmnic0 vmnic1 Ensure that are selected. vmnic2 vmnic3 Press Enter to return to the screen. Configure Management Network Optionally, select the appropriate VLAN identifier for your network. Configuring the Management Network IP Settings for the ESXi Host To configure the IP settings for the management network: Select...

  • Page 35: Task 7-Turn On Power

    OmniCube CN-Series Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide 2 - Installing the CN-Series System Figure-18: ESXi Configure Network—DNS Configuration Screen Select Use the following DNS server addresses and hostname Enter your primary and alternate DNS servers and host name. Press Enter to accept the changes and return to the screen.

  • Page 36: Attaching And Removing The Bezel

    OmniCube CN-Series Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide 2 - Installing the CN-Series System Figure-20: Health Diagnostic Indicator Note: If an error occurs when starting a CN-Series system, contact your service provider. See Table-14 more information about the indicators. Attaching and Removing the Bezel Attach the bezel to ensure proper airflow and prevent accidental removal of drives.
  • Page 37 OmniCube CN-Series Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide 2 - Installing the CN-Series System Note: The Illustrations show the CN-3000. the Bezel attaches in the same way for all CN-Series models. To remove the bezel: Hold the blue cube handle to remove the bezel and push up on the release latch, as shown in Figure-24. Figure-24: Removing the Bezel Rotate the left side of the bezel outward from the front panel and pull to the left, to simultaneously disengage the tabs (callout 1 in Figure-22) on the right side of the bezel.

  • Page 38: Basic Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    Federation events and alarms appear in the vSphere Client. When you configure the CN-Series system as an OmniCube in a Federation, you can also view the health status of CN-Series system components by selecting an OmniCube in the vSphere inventory and clicking the SimpliVity Tab. Diagnostic Indicators The CN-Series system front panel includes diagnostic indicators that display when the CN-Series system is functioning properly and when a hardware-related error occurs.

  • Page 39: Identifying Drive Problems

    A 2U CN-Series system also includes two hot-swappable, 2.5" drives in the back panel used for internal operations. The drives are numbered 12 and 13, from left to right, in the CN-2000, CN-2200, and CN-3000. In the CN-5000, the drives are numbered 24 and 25.
  • Page 40 OmniCube CN-Series Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide 3 - Basic Maintenance and Troubleshooting Note: The LEDs are in the same location and use the same icon, even if the drive is oriented vertically as in the CN-5000. Figure-26: Drive LEDs Table-15 describes the drive LEDs and LED signal information.

  • Page 41: Identifying Omnicube Accelerator Problems

    • Viewing the CN-Series system hardware status. In vSphere Client, expand the datacenter that contains the Federation OmniCube, select the OmniCube (ESXi host), and click the SimpliVity tab. • Viewing events and alarms. In vSphere Client, expand the datacenter that contains the Federation OmniCube and select the OmniCube (ESXi host).
  • Page 42 OmniCube CN-Series Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide 3 - Basic Maintenance and Troubleshooting Table-16 OmniCube Accelerator LEDs System LED 1 LED 2 Status Description State Power up PCIe 12V power is not present. Power up Configuration Programmable Logic Device (CPLD) Steady red detected power failure or CPLD is not configured.
  • Page 43 OmniCube CN-Series Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide 3 - Basic Maintenance and Troubleshooting It is possible that a failure to load the OmniCube Accelerator firmware has rendered it temporarily unable to communicate with the OmniCube. To try to correct this problem, you can prompt the OmniCube Accelerator to fail over to a backup firmware as follows: Reboot the OmniCube from your vSphere Client.

  • Page 44: Identifying Network Interface Problems

    OmniCube CN-Series Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide 3 - Basic Maintenance and Troubleshooting Identifying Network Interface Problems Each CN-Series system has four network interfaces shown in Figure-28. These interfaces are numbered 1 to Figure-28: 2U CN-Series system Network Interfaces • Network interfaces 1 and 2 are 10GbE (Callout 1). •...

  • Page 45: Ports Required For Network Communication

    Storage eth2 Storage traffic between OmniCube systems and when Mapper enabled existing ESX hosts are configured to use SimpliVity datastores. Identifying Power Supply Problems A CN-Series system has two power supplies, numbered 1 and 2, from left to right. • Make sure that the power supply is fully inserted and locked in by a spring-loaded clip with an orange handle (Callout 2 in Figure-29).

  • Page 46: Opening And Closing The Enclosure Cover

    You should perform troubleshooting and simple repairs only as authorized in the product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by SimpliVity is not covered by your warranty.
  • Page 47 OmniCube CN-Series Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide 3 - Basic Maintenance and Troubleshooting Locate the latch release lock on the top of the enclosure. Using a screwdriver, rotate the latch release lock to the unlocked position. Lift the latch completely to disengage the cover from the enclosure. Grasp the cover on both sides and carefully lift the cover away from the enclosure.

  • Page 48: Closing The Cn-Series 2U Enclosure Cover

    For hardware upgrade information, see the OmniCube Release Notes or contact your support provider. Warning: Never install additional options in the CN-Series system other than those approved for installation by SimpliVity. Doing so will void your warranty and might cause serious system instability and potential data loss.

  • Page 50: Appendix A - Installing And Using The Rail Kit

    Appendix A - Installing and Using the Rail Kit This section provides an overview of rail kit installation and enclosure installation. Complete instructions are included in the rail kit, and first time installers should read those instructions. Warning: Before you begin, read the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide supplied with your CN-Series system.

  • Page 51: Installing The Rail Kit

    OmniCube CN-Series Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide Appendix A - Installing and Using the Rail Kit Figure-31: Rail Kit Components Table-18 Rail Kit Description Callout Component Front rail bracket—secures the rail to a rack column, using holes at position 1 and 4 in the 2U space. Rear rail bracket—secures the rail to a rack column, using holes at position 3 and 6 in the 2U space.

  • Page 52: Mounting The Enclosure Into The Rails

    OmniCube CN-Series Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide Appendix A - Installing and Using the Rail Kit Repeat through for the right rail. Step 1 Step 5 Note: The blue bracket latches will not close properly if the front and rear rail brackets are not level. Make sure that both rails are level, and that they occupy the same U location in the rack.
  • Page 53 OmniCube CN-Series Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide Appendix A - Installing and Using the Rail Kit Press the rail lock button A and slide the enclosure into the rack (arrow E). Make sure the enclosure retention lock F closes completely. You can now cable the CN-Series system as described in Task 3—Connect the Power Cables on page 25.

  • Page 54: Index

    OmniCube CN-Series Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide Index shipping 20 Index circuit redundancy 25 CISPR compliance 16 CMA 20 organizing cables 30 straps 30 10GbE CN-Series network interfaces 24 components 8 19" rack 22 installing 18 1GbE interior 13 network interfaces 24 mounting on rails 52 overview 6 power on 35...
  • Page 55 OmniCube CN-Series Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide Index SSD 39 diagnostic fan 9 indicators 10 descriptions 38 cooling assembly 13 icons 38 power supply 12 LED 12 fastener power-on 36 power cable 25 dimensions 14 FCC compliance 16 DIMMs 13 Federation 6 indicator 38 dedicated network interfaces 12...
  • Page 56 Management 29 management network 34 minimum configuration 27 IPMI 9 recommended configuration 23 DHCP 30 redundancy 24 network 26 requirements 23 port 12 SimpliVity Federation 12 remote management 24 Storage 29 switch-connected 29 switch guide 23 KVM 10, 12 understanding 23...
  • Page 57 19 high availability 25 contents 20-21 indicator 39 unpacking 20 power supply 9, 12 shock limits 15 identifying problems 45 SimpliVity LED 45 Federation networks 12 rack distribution 23 vSphere Extension 21 specifications 14 size voltage 14 CN-Series 14...
  • Page 58 OmniCube CN-Series Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide Index OmniCube system 21 quick start poster 21 uninterruptible power supply 25 SimpliVity vSphere™ Extension 21 unpacking 19 specifications accessory pack 20 altitude 15 bezel 20 contaminants 15 cable management arm 20 dimensions 14...

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