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ActiveScale with ActiveScale OS 6.1.0 software X100 Site Requirements Guide 6-68842-04, Rev. A...
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Quantum ActiveScale™ X100 Site Requirements Guide, 6-68842-04, March 2022, Product of USA. Quantum Corporation provides this publication “as is” without warranty of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Quantum Corporation may revise this publication from time to time without notice.
ActiveScale™ X100 Site Requirements Guide 1 Document summary This chapter defines the scope of this document and provides a brief overview of the system site requirements. It also lists the regulatory compliance information relevant to the product. Topics: • Scope on page 10 •...
ActiveScale X100 solution into their data centers. 1.2 Product overview The ActiveScale X100 is a 42U, scalable, object-based data storage system that allows you to easily keep up with data growth and deliver on your business objectives.
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ActiveScale™ X100 Site Requirements Guide 1.3 System specification summary The following table is a summary of specifications relevant to the ActiveScale X100. Condition (fully configured) Non-operating Operating Altitude -984 ft to 39,3711 ft -984 ft to 10,000 ft (-300 m to 12,000 m) (-300 m to 3048 m) •...
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ActiveScale™ X100 Site Requirements Guide Condition (fully configured) Non-operating Operating Thermal output Base configuration (one column of populated sleds): • 8.53/11.26 KBTU/h Base +1 configuration (two column of populated sleds): • 10.75/13.59 KBTU/h Base +2 configuration (three column of populated sleds): •...
ActiveScale™ X100 Site Requirements Guide 2 Site requirements The site requirements for the ActiveScale X100 are broken down into each subject that a user must address in order to support the installation and operation of the system. Topics: • Airflow considerations on page 14 •...
2.1 Airflow considerations Ensure that both the front and rear of the ActiveScale X100 stay clear of any materials that may block or disrupt the airflow in any way. Disrupting the airflow can cause the system to overheat which may affect performance or cause damage to the system.
Management Interconnect 1.9kg/4.14lbs. 2.3 PDU requirements for rackless systems PDUs are not supplied for the rackless version of ActiveScale X100. Follow these PDU requirements to ensure that the system will function as designed. This section provides information that is necessary in making the determination about selecting a PDU that will effectively and safely support the power consumption of the system.
2.3.2 Mechanical requirements Redundancy The PDUs selected must have at least 35 receptacles available for ActiveScale X100 components. Preferably, these would be split into two, redundant, PDUs, to protect the system from PDU or power failure. Each component would have one connection to each PDU.
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ActiveScale™ X100 Site Requirements Guide Mounting in System Quantity 2 or 4 each (depending on input power configuration). System Mounting Requirements Can be mounted in the rear of the rack and be contained fully within the outer dimensions of the rack except for the input power cord. Neither the PDU nor its mounting hardware will interfere with servicing FRUs in the rack.
PDU monitoring is a requirement in your environment. Local Monitoring The monitoring requirement is optional. However, Quantum Corporation recommends that each PDU shall include local (on board) indicators of the status of each branch circuit. These will show the following information: Branch Circuit Protection Device State:Closed circuit: Open circuit.
3-5 seconds for each device Storage Nodes For an example of the exact programming sequence used by Quantum Corporation power supplies, refer to the cabling section of the ActiveScale X100 Support Guide. Safety The PDU used shall comply with the safety standards of the country that rack is installed in.
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ActiveScale™ X100 Site Requirements Guide Input Power Available 8.6kVA at 208VAC, 24Amp Input Connector and Wiring Input Wire Connections 3P+PE (3-Poles plus Protective Earth), 4-wire Input Plug Compliant To NEMA L15-30P Input Plug Color Code Input Plug Ground Socket Position Input Cord Wire Gauge 10AWG or equivalent Output Voltage...
ActiveScale™ X100 Site Requirements Guide 2.3.5.2 3-Phase Delta, 208V, 48A, NA Input Power Configuration Number PDUs required by system including redundancy 2 ea. Input Configuration 3-Phase Delta Nominal Input Voltage (line-to-line) 208VAC Input Voltage Operating Range 180VAC-220VAC Nominal Frequency 60Hz Input Current/Power Input Current, Steady State Available 48A, North American de-rated...
ActiveScale™ X100 Site Requirements Guide Height 70.5 in. / 1791 mm Depth 2.2 in / 55 mm Weight 18 lbs. / 8.2 kg 2.3.5.3 3-Phase WYE, 230V, 16A, Europe, Global Input Power Configuration Number PDUs required by system including Input Configuration 3-Phase WYE Nominal Input Voltage (line-to-neutral) 230VAC...
ActiveScale™ X100 Site Requirements Guide C19 Steady State Current C19 Short Term Peak Current Dimensions and weights Width 2.2 in. / 55 mm Height 70.5 in. / 1791 mm Depth 2.2 in / 55 mm Weight 18 lbs. / 8.2 kg 2.3.5.4 1-Phase 220V, 24A, NA Input Power Configuration Number PDUs required by system including redundancy...
ActiveScale™ X100 Site Requirements Guide Short Term Peak (per branch) <=16A Output Connector Ratings C13 Steady State Current C13 Short Term Peak Current C19 Steady State Current C19 Short Term Peak Current Dimensions and weights Width 2.2 in. / 55 mm Height 69 in.
2.3.6 Load balancing PDUs When selecting a PDU for use with the ActiveScale X100 it is important to consider how to balance the electrical load of the system on the PDU to prevent damaging power equipment or the system itself.
ActiveScale™ X100 Site Requirements Guide 2.4.1 About shipping pallets and boxes The components of a rackless ActiveScale X100 system are shipped on three pallets. Table 2-5. Contents of ActiveScale X100 shipping pallets Pallet Boxes Contents 4 x Storage Enclosure Basic Box...
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ActiveScale™ X100 Site Requirements Guide 6 x Storage Nodes Each Storage Node box: Pallet weight: 288kg Box weight: 30kg (65lbs) • Rail kits (635lbs) Pallet • Screws and fasteners Dimensions: • Storage Node 965 x 1155 x 955mm • Power cables (38 x 45 x 37.5in) 3 x System Nodes Each System Node box:...
2.5 Servicing space requirement The ActiveScale X100 requires that enough space be available at the front and the rear of the system to install and service system components. The front space requirement is based on the length of the longest system component, plus the space necessary to fit a person servicing the system.
ActiveScale™ X100 Site Requirements Guide Contacting Quantum Contacting Quantum For further assistance, contact the Quantum Contact Support Center. Region Support Contact North America 1-800-284-5101 (toll free) +1-720-249-5700 EMEA +1-800-7826-8888 (toll free) +49 6131 324 185 Asia Pacific +800-7826-8887 (toll free)
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