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Compaq StorageWorks Reference Manual

Compaq StorageWorks Reference Manual

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StorageWorks by Compaq
3U Rackmount Enclosure
Reference Guide
Part Number: 232797-003
Third Edition (March 2002)
This guide is to be used as step-by-step instructions for installation
and as a reference for operation, troubleshooting, and future upgrades
of the StorageWorks by Compaq 3U Rackmount Enclosure.

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  • Page 1 3U Rackmount Enclosure Reference Guide Part Number: 232797-003 Third Edition (March 2002) This guide is to be used as step-by-step instructions for installation and as a reference for operation, troubleshooting, and future upgrades of the StorageWorks by Compaq 3U Rackmount Enclosure.
  • Page 2 Compaq shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. The information is provided as is without warranty of any kind and is subject to change without notice. The warranties for Compaq products are set forth in the express limited warranty statements accompanying such products.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Compaq Technical Support ........
  • Page 4 Grounding Methods ........... B–1 Index StorageWorks by Compaq 3U Rackmount Enclosure Reference Guide...

  • Page 5: About This Guide

    CAUTION: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in damage to equipment or data. IMPORTANT: Text set off in this manner presents clarifying information or specific instructions. StorageWorks by Compaq 3U Rackmount Enclosure Reference Guide...

  • Page 6: Symbols On Equipment

    Power supplies or systems marked with these symbols indicate the presence of multiple sources of power. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from electrical shock, remove all power cords to completely disconnect power from the power supplies and systems. StorageWorks by Compaq 3U Rackmount Enclosure Reference Guide...

  • Page 7: Rack Stability

    24 hours a day, 7 days a week. NOTE: For continuous quality improvement, calls may be recorded or monitored. Outside North America, call Compaq technical support at the nearest location. Telephone numbers for worldwide technical support are listed on the Compaq website: http://www.compaq.com.

  • Page 8: Compaq Website

    • Detailed, specific questions. Compaq Website The Compaq website has the latest information on this product, as well as the latest drivers. Access the Compaq website at: http://www.compaq.com/storage. From this website, select the appropriate product or solution. Compaq Authorized Reseller For the name of your nearest Compaq Authorized Reseller: •...

  • Page 9: Introduction

    It is compatible with both Intel and AlphaServer platforms. Figure 1–1: StorageWorks by Compaq 3U Rackmount Enclosure StorageWorks by Compaq 3U Rackmount Enclosure Reference Guide 1–1...

  • Page 10: Standard Features

    200-Watt Wide Ranging Input power supply • Cable management Supported SCSI Controllers For a list of currently supported controllers, visit the Compaq website at: http://www.compaq.com/storage/siteindex.htm. Hardware Options For a list of currently supported hardware options, such as tape drives and media, visit the Compaq website at: http://www.compaq.com/storage/siteindex.htm.

  • Page 11: Cable Management System

    The following figure shows how the cable management system channels the system cables along the back of the storage enclosure and to the connection points on the rack. Figure 1–2: Cables routed at the rear of the enclosure StorageWorks by Compaq 3U Rackmount Enclosure Reference Guide 1–3...

  • Page 12: Identifying Front Panel Components

    Figure 1–3: Storage enclosure front panel components Tape drive bays Power indicator LED Power switch Identifying Rear Panel Components Figure 1–4: Storage enclosure rear panel components Power supply LVD/SE Wide SCSI connectors Cooling fan Power connector 1–4 StorageWorks by Compaq 3U Rackmount Enclosure Reference Guide...

  • Page 13: Identifying Internal Components

    Identifying Internal Components Figure 1–5: Storage enclosure internal components Fan assembly Power switch and LED cable Power switch assembly Internal LVD/SE Wide SCSI cables (2) Power supply Slide-out drive trays (2) StorageWorks by Compaq 3U Rackmount Enclosure Reference Guide 1–5...

  • Page 14: Tape Drive Installation

    Tape Drive Installation This chapter describes how to install a tape drive into the StorageWorks by Compaq 3U Rackmount Enclosure. Topics covered in this chapter include the following: • SCSI IDs • Removing and installing a tape drive • Cable configurations •...

  • Page 15: Installing A Tape Drive

    7. To position and align the tape drive in the slide-out drive tray, use the following table to determine which holes to use to align the tape drive. For more details, refer to the hood label. Hole Tape Drive SDLT and DAT AutoLoader DAT/AIT 2–2 StorageWorks by Compaq 3U Rackmount Enclosure Reference Guide...
  • Page 16 11. Secure the tape drive assembly by tightening the thumbscrew. NOTE: It is not necessary to replace the shipping screw. 12. After the slide-out drive tray is installed, connect the SCSI connector and the power supply to the tape drives. StorageWorks by Compaq 3U Rackmount Enclosure Reference Guide 2–3...

  • Page 17: Cable Configurations

    The 3U Rackmount Enclosure ships with two internal LVD wide SCSI cables attached to the SCSI connector panel. Up to two additional SCSI cables can be installed in the storage enclosure. 2–4 StorageWorks by Compaq 3U Rackmount Enclosure Reference Guide...
  • Page 18 3. Take out the screw located on the outside of the unit. 4. Remove the blank panel from the inside of the unit. Figure 2–4: Removing the external screw and internal blank panel StorageWorks by Compaq 3U Rackmount Enclosure Reference Guide 2–5...
  • Page 19 CAUTION: The screw locks may be damaged if they are overtightened with a nut driver. The screw threads have been treated with a thread-locking compound, so only moderate tightening is necessary. Figure 2–5: Attaching the internal SCSI cable to the connector panel 2–6 StorageWorks by Compaq 3U Rackmount Enclosure Reference Guide...

  • Page 20: Rack Installation

    Rack Installation Rack Mounting Kit The Rack Mounting Kit that ships with the StorageWorks by Compaq 3U Rackmount Enclosure contains: • A template to mark the rack for proper alignment of rack-mounting brackets. • A cable management system consisting of a cable reel and cable rack bracket.
  • Page 21 2. Mark the holes for the front tabs of the spring-loaded rack rails, and mark the top and bottom edges of the template for successive installation. Figure 3–1: Measuring with the template 3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 on the back of the rack. 3–2 StorageWorks by Compaq 3U Rackmount Enclosure Reference Guide...
  • Page 22 The rail locks into place securely. Figure 3–2: Aligning and inserting the spring-loaded rack rail (rear view) 6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 for the second spring-loaded rack rail. StorageWorks by Compaq 3U Rackmount Enclosure Reference Guide 3–3...
  • Page 23 9. From the rear of the rack, align the cable rack bracket with the hole in the spring-loaded rack rail and secure it with an M6 x 1.0-12L Phillips screw. Figure 3–4: Attaching the cable rack bracket 3–4 StorageWorks by Compaq 3U Rackmount Enclosure Reference Guide...
  • Page 24 12. Plug an external SCSI cable from the SCSI controller to the SCSI connector on the back of the chassis. 13. Repeat step 12 for each SCSI controller in your system. 14. Plug the AC power cord into the power cord connector. StorageWorks by Compaq 3U Rackmount Enclosure Reference Guide 3–5...
  • Page 25 15. Route the system cables to the cable reel and secure with the velcro strip. 16. Route the system cables to the cable rack bracket and secure with the velcro strip. Figure 3–6: Cables routed through cable management assembly 3–6 StorageWorks by Compaq 3U Rackmount Enclosure Reference Guide...

  • Page 26: A Regulatory Compliance Notices

    Regulatory Compliance Identification Numbers For the purpose of regulatory compliance certifications and identification, your product has been assigned a unique Compaq series number. The series number can be found on the product nameplate label, along with all required approval markings and information.

  • Page 27: Class A Equipment

    Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit that is different from that to which the receiver is connected • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television technician for help A–2 StorageWorks by Compaq 3U Rackmount Enclosure Reference Guide...

  • Page 28: Only

    Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Compaq Computer Corporation may void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Cables Connections to this device must be made with shielded cables with metallic RFI/EMI connector hoods in order to maintain compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations.

  • Page 29: Canadian Notice (Avis Canadien

    EN55024 (IEC61000-4-2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 11) - Electromagnetic Immunity • EN61000-3-2 (IEC61000-3-2) - Power Line Harmonics • EN61000-3-3 (IEC61000-3-3) - Power Line Flicker • EN60950 (IEC950) - Product Safety A–4 StorageWorks by Compaq 3U Rackmount Enclosure Reference Guide...

  • Page 30: Japanese Notice

    Regulatory Compliance Notices Japanese Notice Taiwanese Notice StorageWorks by Compaq 3U Rackmount Enclosure Reference Guide A–5...

  • Page 31: B Electrostatic Discharge

    • Use conductive field service tools. • Use a portable field service kit with a folding static-dissipating work mat. StorageWorks by Compaq 3U Rackmount Enclosure Reference Guide B–1...
  • Page 32 If you do not have any of the suggested equipment for proper grounding, have a Compaq authorized reseller install the part. NOTE: For more information on static electricity, or assistance with product installation, contact your Compaq authorized reseller. B–2 StorageWorks by Compaq 3U Rackmount Enclosure Reference Guide...
  • Page 33 A–4 enclosure command names, convention defined v front view 1–1 Compaq installing into the rack 3–1 authorized reseller viii standard features 1–2 technical support vii equipment symbols vi website viii StorageWorks by Compaq 3U Rackmount Enclosure Reference Guide Index–1...
  • Page 34 B–2 rails, installing 3–3 rear panel components 1–4 regulatory compliance information number A–1 heel straps, using B–1 help, obtaining vii hot surface, symbol and definition vi Index–2 StorageWorks by Compaq 3U Rackmount Enclosure Reference Guide...
  • Page 35 Compaq storage viii system, preventing electrostatic discharge to B–1 Compaq technical support vii wrist straps specifications B–1 using B–1 StorageWorks by Compaq 3U Rackmount Enclosure Reference Guide Index–3...

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