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Adding a disk module
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This document describes how to add disk modules in an AX100-Series
storage system. Topics include
Configuration Rules and Recommendations ....................................2
Handling FRUs ......................................................................................3
Adding a Disk Module .........................................................................5
For greater clarity, the illustrations in this document show the storage-system
chassis independent of a cabinet or deskside mounting hardware.
AX100-Series
Adding a Disk Module
November 22, 2004
Revision A02
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  • Page 1 AX100-Series Adding a Disk Module Revision A02 November 22, 2004 This document describes how to add disk modules in an AX100-Series storage system. Topics include Configuration Rules and Recommendations ........2 Handling FRUs ..................3 Adding a Disk Module .................5 For greater clarity, the illustrations in this document show the storage-system chassis independent of a cabinet or deskside mounting hardware.
  • Page 2 Configuration Rules and Recommendations Configuration Rules and Recommendations The following rules and recommendations apply to all AX100-Series systems. If possible, all drives in an AX100-Series enclosure should have the same speed and capacity. All disks in a disk pool should have the same capacity. Since all disks in a pool are bound to match the smallest capacity disk, you will waste disk space if the disks do not have the same capacity.
  • Page 3 Handling FRUs Handling FRUs This section describes the precautions that you must take and the general procedures you must follow when removing, installing, and storing disk drive modules or any other Field Replaceable Unit (FRU). Power Issues and AX100-Series storage systems are designed to be powered up FRUs continually.

  • Page 4: Emergency Procedures (Without An Esd Kit)

    Handling FRUs Use the ESD kit when handling any FRU. If an emergency arises and the ESD kit is not available, follow the procedures in the Emergency Procedures (Without an ESD Kit) section. Emergency In an emergency when an ESD kit is not available, use the following Procedures (Without procedures to reduce the possibility of an electrostatic discharge by an ESD Kit)
  • Page 5 Adding a Disk Module Adding a Disk Module CAUTION Disk modules are extremely sensitive electronic components. Always handle a disk module gently, and observe the following guidelines: Whenever possible or practical, replace a disk module with another of the same model. Refer to the AX100 support website or contact your sales/service representative for a list of approved disk replacements.
  • Page 6 Adding a Disk Module Unlocking and Removing the Front Bezel Follow these steps to remove the front bezel and gain access to the disk modules. Refer to Figure 1. 1. Insert the key that shipped with your storage system into the bezel lock, and turn it to release the lock.

  • Page 7: Removing A Disk Filler Module

    Adding a Disk Module Removing a Disk Filler Module Locate the slot where you want to install the disk module, and remove the filler module, as shown in Figure 2. Filler EMC2810 Figure 2 Removing a Disk Filler Module Installing a Disk Module 1.
  • Page 8 Adding a Disk Module Disk Label (Push Here) EMC2812 Installing a Disk Module Figure 3 The disk module’s Active light flashes to indicate the disk’s spin-up sequence. 4. Use Navisphere® Express to verify that the new disk is operational. a. From a network-connected station, start Navisphere® Express for the AX100-Series storage system by entering the IP address in a browser window.
  • Page 9 Adding a Disk Module 3. Secure the bezel by turning the key in the lock. EMC2935a Figure 4 Installing and Locking the Front Bezel ® What Next? Use Navisphere Express software to organize your new capacity for data storage into disk pools and virtual disks. Refer to the AX100 support website or the documentation CD for configuration and planning guidance, and to the Navisphere Express online help for detailed information.
  • Page 10 Adding a Disk Module Copyright © 2004 EMC Corporation. All Rights Reserved. EMC believes the information in this publication is accurate as of its publication date. The information is subject to change without notice. THE INFORMATION IN THIS PUBLICATION IS PROVIDED "AS IS." EMC CORPORATION MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND WITH RESPECT TO THE INFORMATION IN THIS PUBLICATION, AND SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.