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SuperSonix
®
-NG
&
SuperSonix
®
-NG PCIe
User's Manual
Logicube, Inc.
Chatsworth, CA 91311
USA
Phone: 818 700 8488
Fax: 818 700 8466
Version: 2.1
Date: 08/17/17
MAN-SUPERSONIX_NG
-NG User's Manual
®
Logicube SuperSonix
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  • Page 1 SuperSonix ® & SuperSonix ® -NG PCIe User’s Manual Logicube, Inc. Chatsworth, CA 91311 Phone: 818 700 8488 Fax: 818 700 8466 Version: 2.1 Date: 08/17/17 MAN-SUPERSONIX_NG -NG User’s Manual ® Logicube SuperSonix...
  • Page 2: Limitation Of Liability And Warranty Information

    Limitation of Liability and Warranty Information Logicube Disclaimer LOGICUBE IS NOT LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO PROPERTY DAMAGE, LOSS OF TIME OR DATA FROM USE OF A LOGICUBE PRODUCT, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES RESULTING FROM PRODUCT MALFUNCTION OR FAILURE OF (INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, THOSE RESULTING FROM: (1) RELIANCE ON THE MATERIALS PRESENTED, (2) COSTS OF REPLACEMENT GOODS, (3) LOSS OF USE, DATA OR PROFITS, (4) DELAYS OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTIONS, (5) AND ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE OR...
  • Page 3 DEFECTIVE DATA LOADING. LOGICUBE WILL MAKE EFFORTS TO SOLVE OR REPAIR ANY PROBLEMS IDENTIFIED BY PURCHASER, EITHER UNDER THE WARRANTY SET FORTH BELOW OR ON A TIME AND MATERIALS BASIS. LIMITED WARRANTY FOR ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF SALE (THE “WARRANTY PERIOD”) LOGICUBE WARRANTS THAT THE PRODUCT (EXCLUDING CABLES, ADAPTERS, AND OTHER “CONSUMABLE”...
  • Page 4: Rohs Certificate Of Compliance

    LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM JURISDICTION TO JURISDICTION. RoHS Certificate of Compliance LOGICUBE PRODUCTS COMPLY WITH THE EUROPEAN UNION RESTRICTION OF THE USE OF CERTAIN HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES IN ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT, ROHS DIRECTIVE (2002/95/EC). THE ROHS DIRECTIVE PROHIBITS THE SALE OF CERTAIN ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT CONTAINING SOME HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES SUCH AS MERCURY, LEAD, CADMIUM, HEXAVALENT CHROMIUM AND CERTAIN FLAME-RETARDANTS IN THE EUROPEAN UNION.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents SUPERSONIX ® -NG & SUPERSONIX ® -NG PCIE USER’S MANUAL ............I LIMITATION OF LIABILITY AND WARRANTY INFORMATION ..................I ............................ I OGICUBE ISCLAIMER ..............................I ARRANTY HS C ....................... III ERTIFICATE OF OMPLIANCE ................... III OGICUBE ECHNICAL UPPORT ONTACT...
  • Page 6 3.2.1 Step-by-step instructions – Drive Hash ................... 18 3.3 W ..........................19 ORMAT 3.3.1 Step-by-step instructions – Wipe .................... 19 3.4 T ............................20 ACRO 3.4.1 Step-by-step instructions – Task Macro .................. 21 3.5 L ..............................24 3.5.1 Step-by-step instructions – Viewing or exporting logs ............24 3.5.2 Deleting Log Files ........................
  • Page 7 5.9.2 HTTP Proxy ..........................72 5.9.2.1 Server ..........................72 5.9.2.2 Username/Password ......................73 5.10 S ..........................73 OFTWARE PDATE 5.11 P ............................73 OWER 6: UPDATING/LOADING/RE-LOADING THE SUPERSONIX-NG SOFTWARE ............74 6.0 U – I ..............74 PDATING OADING LOADING OFTWARE NTRODUCTION 6.1 U ..............
  • Page 8 6.2 F ....................... 76 IRMWARE OADING NSTRUCTIONS 7: REMOTE OPERATION ............................. 77 7.0 R ....................77 EMOTE PERATION NTRODUCTION 7.1 W ..........................77 NTERFACE 7.2 C (CLI) ......................77 OMMAND NTERFACE 7.2.1 Connecting via Telnet ......................78 7.2.2 Connecting via SSH ........................78 7.3 Z ) ...................
  • Page 9: 1: Introduction

    High-speed cloning. The SuperSonix-NG will clone at blazing speeds of 24GB/min*. • The SuperSonix-NG supports SATA, USB3 and PCIe with 2 SATA, 1 USB 3.0 and 1 PCIe master • port, and 2 SATA, 1 USB3.0, and 1 PCIe target port.
  • Page 10: In The Box

    QR code clickable link within the user interface on SuperSonix-NG. 1.2 In the Box The SuperSonix-NG is shipped in a cardboard carrying case that includes a custom protective foam insert ready to drop into a standard Pelican-type hard case.
  • Page 11: Options

    INTRODUCTION 1.3 Options There are several options for the SuperSonix-NG (listed below). To purchase any of the following options, please contact Logicube Sales: sales@logicube.com. SAS Option. Software option enables SAS support on all SATA ports (2 masters, 2 targets). •...
  • Page 12 INTRODUCTION WARNINGS: • Avoid dropping the Logicube device or subjecting it to sharp jolts. When in use, place it on a flat surface. • Keep the unit dry. If the Logicube device needs to be cleaned, use a lightly damp, lint free cloth. Avoid using soap or other cleaning agents particularly those containing bleach, ammonia, alcohol or other harsh chemicals.
  • Page 13: 2: Getting Started

    2: Getting Started 2.0 Overview of the SuperSonix-NG Throughout this manual the use of the product name “SuperSonix-NG” applies to the PCIe enabled version of the product as well, and unless specified otherwise all features/functions of SuperSonix- NG apply to the PCIe enabled version of the product Special Icons –...
  • Page 14 GETTING STARTED Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 15 GETTING STARTED Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 16: Turning The Supersonix-Ng On And Off

    1.8” PATA/IDE (optional) • eSATA (optional) • mSATA (optional) • Flash Media (optional) • M.2 NVMe or AHCI (optional for use with the F-SUPERSONIX-NG-P) • M.2 SATA (optional) • mPCIe (optional for use with the F-SUPERSONIX-NG-P) • PCIe HHHL •...
  • Page 17 SAS/SATA S2 port without having anything connected to the S1 port. Never connect a Master drive to the Target ports of the unit. Data may be overwritten if a drive is connected to a Target port. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 18: Connecting Target Drives

    Target drives do not have to be connected in order. For example, a single SATA Target drive does not have to be connected to the SAS/SATA D1 port. It can be connected to the SAS/SATA D2 port without having anything connected to the D1 port. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 19: Using Usb/Firewire/Esata Drives Or Enclosures

    SAS drive, one SATA drive, one USB drives, and one FireWire drive can all be connected at the same time, when all required options have been activated. Most of the SuperSonix-NG ports are hot swappable. Some drives are not hot swappable. Please check with the drive manufacturer to find out if the drive being used does not support hot swapping.
  • Page 20: Front And Rear Ports

    There are two USB 2.0 host ports and one USB 3.0 (Micro-B) device port. 2.4.1.1 USB 2.0 host ports These ports are used to connect peripherals such as USB keyboards, mice, and printers. These ports are also used for exporting audit log and debug log files. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 21: Micro-B Usb 3.0 Device Port

    2.5 Touch screen The SuperSonix-NG features a 7” color LCD capacitive touch screen that allows the user to quickly input commands. The screen is bright, easy to read, and supports swipe gestures.
  • Page 22: 3: Quick Start

    3.0 Quick Start Guide This chapter gives a basic overview and steps on how to perform different types of operations using the SuperSonix-NG (Clone, Hash, Wipe, etc.). Complete details on each operation, menu, or selection, and the different screens can be found in...
  • Page 23: Clone

    This type of operation allows the imaging of a Master drive to one or more Target drives. There are three different imaging modes and several settings to choose from Drives can be cloned using Mirror (bit-for-bit copy) or Clever (copies only data areas, Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 24: Step-By-Step Instructions - Clone

    • Master drive. This is also known as a native copy or mirror copy. Image to Drive – Restores an image created by the SuperSonix-NG to one or more Target drives. • Drive to Image – Creates a Logicube SuperSonix-NG image file to a Target drive or Repository.
  • Page 25: Hash

    5. Tap the Target (or Image File) icon and select the Target or Image File then tap the OK icon. For Drive to Image, the SuperSonix-NG must be used to format drives. If the Target drive is not formatted by the SuperSonix-NG, the Format icon will appear in the Format column.
  • Page 26: Step-By-Step Instructions - Drive Hash

    7. When finished, the status will show “COMPLETED”. At this point, it is recommended to tap Reset Task to reset the task, so the drive bays properly reset and not show as being used or assigned for other tasks. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 27: Wipe / Format

    Drives connected to the Target ports (right side) can be wiped or formatted. Unless formatted (with the SuperSonix-NG), when a drive is wiped, there will be no file system on the Target drive. The following methods are available in the Wipe menu:...
  • Page 28: Task Macro

    This operation allows up to five (5) macros that can be set. Each macro can run up to nine (9) tasks sequentially (one after another). For example, a macro can be set to perform these tasks in order: Wipe then Clone. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 29: Step-By-Step Instructions - Task Macro

    (for example, Wipe 1) and clone (for example, Image 1) has been set up, the Task Macro can be set. 3.4.1 Step-by-step instructions – Task Macro Tapping this icon allows the user to set specific tasks for each macro. The following window will appear: Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 30 To set a macro to perform a Wipe using Secure Erase on SAS_T1, immediately followed by performing a Drive to Drive Clone from SAS_M1 to the newly wiped (secure erased) drive on SAS_T1, the Wipe and Clone Tasks first need to be set up. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 31 6. Tap the field next to Operation 2 to set the second operation. Since the second task to be run is the Drive to Drive Clone task, select Clone 1 then tap OK. 7. The screen should now show Wipe 1, Clone 1 as the Tasks for the macro. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 32: Logs

    In addition to viewing, the logs can be exported to an external USB location such as a USB flash drive. Logs are exported in PDF, HTML and XML format. Details for the Logs screen can be found in Section 5.5: Logs. 3.5.1 Step-by-step instructions – Viewing or exporting logs Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 33: Deleting Log Files

    Connect a formatted USB drive (USB flash drive or USB external drive) to one of the two USB ports located on the front of the SuperSonix-NG. Tap the Export icon to export the log file via USB. The log will be exported/copied to the attached USB drive and will be in HTML, PDF, and XML formats.
  • Page 34: Accessing The Logs Over A Network

    2. A Windows security screen will appear prompting to enter a User name and Password to connect to the unit. Login with the following credentials: User name: it • Password it • 3. Once connected, an auditlog folder will appear. Open the auditlog folder. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 35: Statistics

    Network Interface Stats – Displays the Network Interface statistics (Receive and Transfer bytes, • packets, drops, and errors, and the link status). Debug Logs – Allows the export of debug logs for support purposes. • Help – Contains a QR code linking to the user’s manual. • Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 36: Manage Repositories

    Networks that have a proxy server for internet access will require proxy settings for devices like this to connect to the Internet. This typically includes a server (or IP address), a host port, a username and password. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 37: Software Updates

    POWER OFF – The unit can be remotely turned off or restarted by going to this tab. Additionally the unit’s screen can be refreshed. DRIVE POWER – Inactive drives connected to the unit can be set to go to standby mode in this tab. The default is set to 0 minutes (OFF). Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 38: 4: Clone

    This type of operation allows the cloning of a Master drive or image created by the SuperSonix-NG to one or more Targets. There are three different clone modes and several settings to choose from. These selections should be performed in order from left to right.
  • Page 39: Bios, Uefi, Partitioning Schemes, And Sector Sizes

    Depending on the Operating System and cloning method used, there may be limitations to cloning the drive. 4.0.2 BIOS, UEFI, Partitioning Schemes, and Sector Sizes The SuperSonix-NG supports the following: BIOS & UEFI – Drives that come from devices that use BIOS or UEFI are •...
  • Page 40: Mirror Copy Limitations

    Another option is to first decrypt the drive before cloning. This will completely remove all key protectors from the drive. Once decrypted, the drive can be cloned using Mirror Copy or Clever Copy. If Clever Copy is used, the partition can be resized to a larger size. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 41: Mode

    Drive to Image – Creates an image file from the Master drive. The image file can be written to a • connected drive or a network repository. 4.2 Master/Image File Tap this icon to select the Master drive to be imaged. SuperSonix-NG will list all the drives connected to the Master position(s). Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 42: Settings

    CLONING When Image to Drive mode is selected, the Image File window will list all available drives that may contain SuperSonix-NG image files. (More Info) icon displays more information on the drive. The drive details window will appear showing information about the drive.
  • Page 43: Job Info

    Master drive. When bad sectors are encountered, and error handling is set to Skip, the unit will write a zero on the corresponding sector or position in the Target drive. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 44: Hash/Verification Method

    MD5 – Uses the MD5 algorithm to hash the Master. This is available when using • the following mode: Drive to Drive Verification Method/Verify – Available selections are YES or NO. Select YES to hash the Target and verify that hash with the hash calculated from the Master. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 45: File Image Method Settings

    1 to 100 will determine what percentage of the Target drive(s) will be used. For example, setting the percentage value to 100% would instruct the unit to use the entire remainder of the Target drive for that partition. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 46: Target

    An unformatted drive on SAS_T2 that can be formatted to be used as a repository • to store images (the SuperSonix-NG can format a drive using EXT4, NTFS, exFAT, or FAT32 for repository purposes) A formatted drive on SAS_T1, USB_T, and PCIE_T that can be used as a repository •...
  • Page 47: Starting The Cloning Operation

    A confirmation screen will appear. Tap the Yes icon to continue. A progress bar will appear at the bottom of the screen showing the bytes processed, the rate (speed), elapsed time, time remaining, and bad sectors (on the Master drive, if any). Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 48 When finished, the status will show “COMPLETED”. At this point, it is recommended to tap Reset Task to reset the task, so the drive bays properly reset and not show as being used or assigned for other tasks. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 49: 5: Types Of Operations

    5.0 Types of Operations - Introduction There are up to 11 types of operation available on the SuperSonix-NG. The left side of the screen shows the different operation types that can be set. Detailed information on all the different operations and their screens can be found in this section.
  • Page 50 • configuration changes. Language/Time Zone – Sets the language on the menu and change the system’s Time • Zone. Notifications – Sets audible beeps/notifications for when a task successfully completes • or if an error appears. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 51: Clone

    • 5.1 Clone The SuperSonix-NG has three modes of operation to clone virtually any drive (Hard Disk Drives or Solid-State Drives). Drives can be cloned using Mirror (bit-for-bit copy) or Clever (copies only data areas, skips blank sectors, and partitions can be resized).
  • Page 52: Target

    TYPES OF OPERATIONS When the SuperSonix-NG finishes hashing the drive, the ‘COMPLETED’ screen will appear showing the task completed. Tap the Info icon on the left of the completed screen to see both the expected hash value and the computed hash value.
  • Page 53: Settings

    LBAs. If multiple drives are selected to be hashed, the unit will hash up to the LBA value of the smallest capacity drive. 5.2.2.1.1 Hash Method Select one of the following hash methods: SHA-1 • SHA-256 • Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 54: Hash Values

    By default, the length is set to 100% (whole drive) and the starting percentage is set to 0% (start of the drive). Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 55: Job Info

    Format – Formats the Destination drive with one of the following user selectable file systems • (with or without encryption): EXT4, NTFS, exFAT, FAT32. There are three selections when performing a wipe: Destination • Settings • Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 56: Target

    Choose ON to Secure Erase the selected Destination drive(s). Most drives support this function. Secure Erase will send a command to the drive instructing it to reset itself to the specifications the drive manufacturer has set. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 57: Wipe Patterns

    5.3.2.2.1 Mode Selecting Mode will open the Wipe Mode screen showing the following options: NONE – Choosing this will instruct the unit not • to perform a wipe using Wipe Mode. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 58: Hpa/Dco

    Users can edit the pass values if desired by tapping the edit icon. The default value for a custom pass is 00. Editing one or more of the passes in DOD or CUSTOM mode will bring up this screen: Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 59: Format

    (EXT4, NTFS, exFAT, FAT32). When set to OFF, the Target drive will not be formatted. File System – Select the file system to be used to format the • Target drive. Users can select EXT4, NTFS, exFAT, or FAT32. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 60: Job Info

    To set a macro to perform a Wipe using Secure Erase on T1, immediately followed by performing a Drive to Drive Clone from M1 to the newly wiped (secure erased) T1, the Wipe and Imaging Tasks first need to be set up. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 61: Logs

    9. Tap the Start icon to begin the macro. The macro will run the Wipe 1 task first, then Clone 1. 5.5 Logs The SuperSonix-NG keeps logs of all clone, hash, and wipe operations. Logs can be viewed directly on the SuperSonix-NG or from a computer’s browser (if the SuperSonix- NG is connected to a network).
  • Page 62: Statistics

    TYPES OF OPERATIONS The log file may contain several sections, depending on what settings and options were chosen during the operation, including: Information on the SuperSonix-NG and its settings • Job info (if entered) • Master and Target hashes •...
  • Page 63: Options

    The Options tab displays available software options and which options are installed on the unit. To purchase an option, please contact Logicube Sales: sales@logicube.com. If an option has been purchased but is not showing as installed, please contact Logicube Technical Support: support@logicube.com. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 64: Network Interface Stats

    USB ports). To access the Debug Logs tab in the System Settings screen, tap the right navigation arrow below the SuperSonix-NG logo (located on the top-right of the screen): To export the debug logs: 1. Connect a formatted USB flash drive to the one of the two USB ports located in the front panel of the unit.
  • Page 65: Help

    Once configured, networked repositories can be used to clone drive images created by the SuperSonix-NG using the Drive to Image mode of cloning. Images created by the Supersonix-NG to networked repositories can also be Repositories can also be cloned to drives using the Image to Drive mode of cloning.
  • Page 66 Tap Add Repository to add a repository. The Add Repository window will appear. Tap Name to set the name of the repository. Tap the OK icon when finished. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 67 TYPES OF OPERATIONS Tap Drive to select network share to set as a repository. Tap the OK icon when finished. Tap Network Settings to enter the network settings. See the example below. Tap the OK icon when finished. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 68: Iscsi

    Once the iSCSI Target has been setup, click Settings. Input the iSCSI target portal, username and password. Tap the OK icon when finished. Tap Role and input the role for the iSCSI server then tap OK. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 69: System Settings

    Image to Drive: 1. Turn the unit off then back on. This will reset all settings to the loaded profile. This is an important step to help ensure only the changes desired will be the changes saved. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 70: Passwords

    Key: Local HTTP – A key can be set to lock the local touch screen on the unit. If • this key is set, a key prompt will appear, and the correct key must be entered before allowing access to the local touch screen. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 71: Setting Key Passwords

    The keys for Log File Deletion, Local HTTP, Remote HTTP, and Config Lock can be saved into a user profile and loaded each time the unit is turned on. See Section 5.8.1 for more information on saving and loading a user profile. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 72: Config Lock Notes

    Config Lock. Manage Repositories – A managed repository • cannot be added, edited, or deleted without the Config Lock unlock key. System Settings – This entire section cannot be • accessed without the Config Lock unlock key. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 73: Forgotten Password For Any Keys

    (*) before the name is the current database or configuration being loaded each time the unit is turned on. 5. Type db load initial.db then press the Enter key to load the default database. There should be a Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 74: User Account Passwords

    The User Account Passwords do not need to be saved into a user profile. Changing any of these two passwords will take effect immediately. If the new User Account password is forgotten, contact Tech Support assistance. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 75: Language/Time Zone

    NTP and adjust the time as needed. The unit also has a time zone setting. Tap Time Zone to select the time zone region. Tap the OK icon to continue. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 76: Notifications

    After selecting the region, select the desired time zone. Tap the OK icon to set the time zone. 5.8.4 Notifications The SuperSonix-NG can produce audible notification (beeps) when a task finishes successfully or if an error appears. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 77: Network Settings

    Configuration type (DHCP or Static), MTU, and the status. This tab also allows enabling or disabling certain services. To edit the network interface configuration, tap the Ethernet adapter name then tap the Edit Configuration button. The configuration screen should appear: Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 78: Configuring A Static Ip Address

    Type box and select STATIC then tap the OK icon. The IP SETTINGS box should now be selectable. 2. Tap the IP SETTINGS box to manually set the IP address, NetMask, Gateway, and DNS Server. When finished, tap the OK icon. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 79: Enabling/Disabling Network Services

    There are 7 services that can be disabled (enabled by default): SSH – Disabling this will block Secure Shell (SSH) traffic. • Telnet – Disabling this will block Telnet traffic. • HTTP – Disabling this will block web browser connections to the • unit. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 80: Http Proxy

    This typically includes a server (or IP address), a host port, a username and password. 5.9.2.1 Server Tap the Server icon to set the IP address (or server name) and port of the proxy server. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 81: Username/Password

    From the web through a network connection or from a USB drive. For the latest step-by-step instructions on how to update the software, please read the SuperSonix-NG Software readme file located on the SuperSonix-NG Support page on the Logicube website at https://www.logicube.com/knowledge/supersonix-ng.
  • Page 82: 6: Updating/Loading/Re-Loading The Supersonix-Ng Software

    6.0 Updating/Loading/Re-loading Software – Introduction New and improved software will be released from time to time and will always be available on the SuperSonix-NG’s support page. Browse to http://www.logicube.com. Point your mouse to Tech Support and select Product Knowledge Base or go directly to https://www.logicube.com/knowledge/supersonix-...
  • Page 83: From Usb Drive (Through A Software File Download)

    7. Turn the unit off. Wait at least 5 seconds then turn the unit back on. 8. Verify the software version is correct by going to the Software Updates screen. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 84: Firmware Loading Instructions

    120 seconds. When the firmware update finishes, the unit will reboot automatically. b. FIRMWARE UPGRADE NOT AVAILABLE – This message will appear if the device does not require a firmware update. No further action is necessary if this message appears. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 85: 7: Remote Operation

    7: Remote Operation 7.0 Remote Operation - Introduction Two 10GbE and two Gigabit Ethernet network connections are available in the back of the unit. Connecting the unit to a network allows remote access from any computer within the same network. DHCP is enabled by default.
  • Page 86: Connecting Via Telnet

    Login with the username “it” (without the quotes) and the password “it” (without the quotes). A command prompt should appear in the SSH window. The unit can now be configured or managed via the command line interface. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 87: Zero Configuration Networking (Zeroconf)

    (connected via a network cable) directly to a Windows based computer that is DHCP enabled, both the unit and the Windows based computer will automatically configure themselves to be seen by each other using TCP/IP with a 169.254.x.x IP address configuration. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 88: 8: Usb Boot Client

    8.2 Creating the USB Boot Client Here are the steps to create the USB Boot Client with the software necessary to be bootable, and when used to boot a computer, will allow the SuperSonix-NG to use the computer’s drive as a Master or Target drive.
  • Page 89 7. In the folder where the files were downloaded (in step 2), select the USB Boot Client *.img file and click the Open icon. 8. The Image file should now be seen in the Win32 Disk Imager screen under ‘Image File’. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 90 No. This will take you back to the previous screen where you can select the correct drive letter (back to step 9). 11. The USB flash drive is now being prepared and the progress bar should be advancing. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 91: Allowing Drives To Be Used As Destination/Target

    Explorer or Windows Explorer to show file extensions. 2. Browse to the ISCS_LIVE flash drive that was just created. 3. Look for the file “iscsi-live” or “iscsi-live.cfg” 4. Right-click the “iscsi-live.cfg” file and choose “Open with”. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 92 9. Save the file and close the text editor. 10. The USB Boot Client is now ready to be used. When booting a computer with this USB boot Client, all connected drives will appear as both Master and Destination/Target. Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 93: Using The Usb Boot Client

    8.4 Using the USB Boot Client Drives connected to the computer can be used by the SuperSonix-NG as a Master drive over a network connection if the USB Boot Client is used to boot computer. The USB Boot Client is set to DHCP.
  • Page 94: 9: Frequently Asked Questions

    Q. What file format does SuperSonix-NG use when formatting target drives? A. SuperSonix-NG can format target drives using the NT File System (NTFS) or EXT4 file system. Q. Does cloning performance slow down when multiple drives are imaged at the same time? -NG User’s Manual...
  • Page 95 SuperSonix-NG and are accessible by pressing the log file icon from the left-side navigation bar on the SuperSonix-NG screen. Q. If I am imaging to or from USB enclosures, will the SuperSonix-NG’s USB ports power my devices, or will an additional power source be required? A.
  • Page 96: 10: Index

    User interface (UI), 11 Network, 57 Warranty, Parts and Labor, I, III Master, 8, 33 Website, Logicube, III Mirror Settings, 37 Wipe, 19, 47 mPCIe, 11 Wipe Patterns, 47, 49 network connection, 77 Zeroconf, 79 Network Settings, 69 Logicube SuperSonix-NG™ User’s Manual...
  • Page 97: Technical Support Information

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