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TO21-JS0 Storage Node System Installation Guide Rev. 1.0...
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GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Documentation Classifications In order to assist in the use of this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentation: User Manual: detailed information & steps about the installation, configuration and use of this product (e.g.
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Conventions The following conventions are used in this user's guide: NOTE! Gives bits and pieces of additional information related to the current topic. CAUTION! Gives precautionary measures to avoid possible hardware or software problems. WARNING! Alerts you to any damage that might result from doing or not doing specific actions.
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Server Warnings and Cautions Before installing a server, be sure that you understand the following warnings and cautions. WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the equipment: • Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. The grounding plug is an important safety feature.
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Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) CAUTION! ESD CAN DAMAGE DRIVES, BOARDS, AND OTHER PARTS. WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU PERFORM ALL PROCEDURES AT AN ESD WORKSTATION. IF ONE IS NOT AVAILABLE, PROVIDE SOME ESD PROTECTION BY WEARING AN ANTI-STATIC WRIST STRAP AT- TACHED TO CHASSIS GROUND -- ANY UNPAINTED METAL SURFACE -- ON YOUR SERVER WHEN HANDLING PARTS.
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Installing or removing jumpers: A jumper is a small plastic encased conductor that slips over two jumper pins. Some jumpers have a small tab on top that can be gripped with fin-gertips or with a pair of fine needle nosed pliers. If the jumpers do not have such a tab, take care when using needle nosed pliers to remove or install a jumper;...
Table of Contents Chapter 1 Storage System Hardware .................9 Installation Precautions ................9 Product Specifications ................10 System Block Diagram ................11 System Front and Rear HDD Backplane Board View ....... 11 Chapter 2 Storage System Appearance ..............12 Front View....................12 Top View ....................
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Chapter 1 Storage System Hardware Installation Precautions The motherboard/system contain numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can become damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Prior to installation, carefully read the service guide and follow these procedures: • Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or warranty sticker provided by your dealer.
Product Specifications Storage 15 x 3.5" and 2.5" HDD/SSD bays per node Total 45 x 3.5" and 2.5" HDD/SSD bays per system Front Panel 6 x Mini-SAS HD ports per system LED/Buttons 3 x System status LED ...
Chapter 2 Storage System Appearance Front View Description Node1 Node2 Node3 Server Management LAN Port Node 3 Front Panel LEDs and buttons miniSAS Hard Disk Drive Connectors #5 / #6 Node 2 Front Panel LEDs and buttons miniSAS Hard Disk Drive Connectors #3 / #4 Node 1 Front Panel LEDs and buttons miniSAS Hard Disk Drive Connectors #1 / #2 •...
Front Panel LED and Buttons Le Node Right Node No. Name Color Status Description Link between system and Management LAN Access LED network or no access for system Green (only on the node-3 for Data transmission or Blink whole system) receiving is occurring Green Indicates HDD operates normally.
System Management LAN LED Name Color Status Description Amber 1Gbps data rate Speed Green 100Mbps data rate Link between system and network or no access Green Link/Act Blinking Data transmissionor receiving is occuring No data transmission or receiving is occuring System Appearance - 17 -...
Chapter 3 Storage System Hardware Installation Pre-installation Instructions Computer components and electronic circuit boards can be damaged by discharges of static electricity. Working on computers that are still connected to a power supply can be extremely dangerous. Follow the simple guidelines below to avoid damage to your computer or injury to yourself.
Removing the Storage System from the Cabinet Follow these instructions to remove the storage system from the cabinet: Press the release latches inward while simultaneously pulling the handle for the system. Pull the system out of the cabinet. To install the system, push the system back into the cabinet. System Hardware Installation - 19 -...
Removing the Storage Node from the System Follow these instructions to remove the storage from the system: Press the release latch upward while simultaneously pulling the handle for the node. Pull the node out of the system. To install the node, push the node back into the system. System Hardware Installation - 20 -...
Installing the Hard Disk Drive Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the Hard disk drive: • Take note of the drive tray orientation before sliding it out. • The tray will not fit back into the bay if inserted incorrectly. •...
Replacing the Fan Assembly Follow these instructions to replace a fan assembly: Loosen the thumbscrew on the fan assembly and at the same time pull up the latch. Remove the fan assembly from the chassis. Reverse the previous steps to install the replacement fan assembly. System Hardware Installation - 22 -...
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