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StorageWorks by Compaq Network
Storage Router N1200
Installation Guide
Part Number 283394-002
April 2002 (Second Edition)
Product Version: 1.0
TM
The StorageWorks
provides bi-directional connectivity for Narrow/Wide Fast/Ultra-2 SCSI
buses in either a Fibre Channel Switched Fabric (FC-SW) or a Fibre
Channel Arbitrated Loop (FC-AL) environment.
This installation guide provides instructional information for installing
and connecting the router.
Network Storage Router N1200 by Compaq
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- Page 1 Part Number 283394-002 April 2002 (Second Edition) Product Version: 1.0 The StorageWorks Network Storage Router N1200 by Compaq provides bi-directional connectivity for Narrow/Wide Fast/Ultra-2 SCSI buses in either a Fibre Channel Switched Fabric (FC-SW) or a Fibre Channel Arbitrated Loop (FC-AL) environment.
- Page 2 All other product names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective companies. Compaq shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. The information in this document is provided “as is” without warranty of any kind and is subject to change without notice.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Symbols on Equipment ....................vii Rack Stability ........................ix Symbols in Text......................... ix Text Conventions ........................x Related Documents......................x Getting Help ........................xi Compaq Technical Support..................xi Compaq Website......................xii Compaq Authorized Reseller..................xii Chapter 1 Introduction External Features Overview .................... 1-2 Power Indicator...................... - Page 4 Contents Installing the Router in a Rack..................2-3 Chapter 3 Connection Connecting the Power Cord .....................3-2 Connecting the Interfaces ....................3-3 Fibre Channel Connections ..................3-4 SCSI Connections .....................3-6 Ethernet Connections ....................3-7 Serial Port Connections .....................3-8 Setting up Serial Port Communications................3-9 Appendix A Electrostatic Discharge Grounding Methods ......................
- Page 5 Contents Laser Product Label ....................B-8 Laser Information .....................B-8 Index List of Figures Router illustration ..................... 1-2 Separating the inner and outer rails ................2-4 Aligning the bracket face with the rack ..............2-5 Attaching inner rails to the router ................2-6 Installing the router into the rack ................
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Page 6: About This Guide
About This Guide This guide provides step-by-step instructions for installation and connection for the StorageWorks Network Storage Router N1200 by Compaq. Intended Audience This guide is intended for administrators with a moderate knowledge level about network environments. Important Safety Information Before installing this product, read the Important Safety Information document provided. - Page 7 About This Guide This symbol indicates the presence of hazardous energy circuits or electric shock hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from electric shock hazards, do not open this enclosure. Refer all maintenance, upgrades, and servicing to qualified personnel.
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Page 8: Rack Stability
About This Guide Rack Stability WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment, be sure that: • The leveling jacks are extended to the floor. • The full weight of the rack rests on the leveling jacks. •... -
Page 9: Text Conventions
About This Guide Text Conventions This document uses the following conventions: • Italic type is used for complete titles of published guides or variables. Variables include information that varies in system output, in command lines, and in command parameters in text. •... -
Page 10: Getting Help
Compaq Technical Support In North America, call the Compaq Technical Support Phone Center at 1-800-OK-COMPAQ. This service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For continuous quality improvement, calls may be recorded or monitored. Outside North America, call the nearest Compaq Technical Support Phone Center. Telephone numbers for worldwide Technical Support Centers are listed on the Compaq website, www.compaq.com... -
Page 11: Compaq Website
About This Guide Compaq Website The Compaq website has information on this product as well as the latest drivers and flash ROM images. You can access the Compaq website at www.compaq.com Compaq Authorized Reseller For the name of your nearest Compaq authorized reseller: •... -
Page 12: Introduction
Introduction The StorageWorks Network Storage Router N1200 by Compaq provides bi-directional connectivity for Narrow/Wide Fast/Ultra-2 SCSI buses in either a Fibre Channel Switched Fabric (FC-SW) or a Fibre Channel Arbitrated Loop (FC-AL) environment. This chapter introduces the following topics: External features overview •... -
Page 13: External Features Overview
Introduction External Features Overview Figure 1-1 illustrates an I/O panel view of the router. Fibre LVD/SE SCSl Link/ Channel Pwr. Serial Ethernet Figure 1-1: Router illustration Table 1-1: External Features Item I/O Port Serial Ethernet Fibre Channel SCSI Network Storage Router N1200 Installation Guide... -
Page 14: Power Indicator
Introduction Power Indicator The router has one power LED located on the back-side of the router. Power indicator LED definition: Green - Power has been applied to this module Yellow - Power-On-Self-Test (POST) in process or processor problems Fibre Channel Port One Fibre Channel port with LED indicators is included in the router. -
Page 15: Ethernet Port
Introduction Ethernet Port One Ethernet port with an LED indicator is included in the router. See Figure 1-1 for the location of the Ethernet port. Ethernet port LED definition: Activity - Port activity Link - Valid Ethernet link Serial Port The router is equipped with one serial port. -
Page 16: Installation
Installation This chapter describes how to unpack and install the Network Storage Router N1200. The router can be set up in either a desktop or a rack configuration. NOTE: Read this chapter and Chapter 3, “Connection,” carefully and completely before configuring the router. -
Page 17: Selecting A Location
Installation CAUTION: To prevent static shock, which can damage electrical equipment, use industry accepted handling practices when unpacking and moving the router and its components. See Appendix A, “Electrostatic Discharge” for more information. Selecting a Location The router can be placed on a desktop or mounted in a standard 19-inch rack. When considering a location for the router, make sure the airflow area surrounding the front and the back of the router is unobstructed. -
Page 18: Installing The Router In A Rack
Bag of mounting hardware (8 #10-32x.6 Phillips screws, 8 #6-32x.312 Phillips screws) • Compaq bezel blank NOTE: The installation process requires a #2 Phillips and a #2 flat-head screwdriver. To install the router in the rack: 1. Remove the router from its protective bag. - Page 19 Installation View From Opposite Side Extension Bracket Spring Latch Front of Outer Rail Front of Inner Rail Circular Grasping Hole Figure 2-1: Separating the inner and outer rails d. Repeat Step 3 to separate the other set of rails. 4. Attach the front-end and back-end of each outer rail assembly to the rack. a.
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Page 20: Aligning The Bracket Face With The Rack
Installation Figure 2-2: Aligning the bracket face with the rack c. With the outer rail assembly face flush against the inside front of the rack-mounting holes, insert and tighten the top and bottom screws of the bracket face. Use two of the 10-32x.6 Phillips screws. Do not insert a screw in the center hole of the bracket face. -
Page 21: Attaching Inner Rails To The Router
Installation 5. Attach an inner rail to each side of the router. See Figure 2-3 for an illustration. a. With the spring latch facing away from the router and the circular grasping hole facing the front-side of the router, align the front-most screw hole on the router with the center screw hole on the rail. -
Page 22: Installing The Router Into The Rack
Installation c. When the rails lock in place, press in the spring latches on each of the inner rails and push in the rest of the way. Figure 2-4: Installing the router into the rack Network Storage Router N1200 Installation Guide... -
Page 23: Attaching The Bezel To The Rack
Installation 7. Attach the Compaq bezel blank to the front-side of the rack. See Figure 2-5 for an illustration. a. Align the bezel blank over the unused center hole of the bracket faces on the rack. b. Attach the bezel blank to the rack, using the thumbscrews. - Page 24 Connection This chapter describes how to connect the Network Storage Router N1200. The router can be set up in either a desktop or a rack configuration. NOTE: Read this chapter and Chapter 2, “Installation,” carefully and completely before configuring the router. The following considerations and procedures are included in this chapter: •...
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Page 25: Connecting The Power Cord
Connection Connecting the Power Cord The internal power supply will support 100 - 240 VAC (Auto Sensing). The power cord shipped with the router is a 120 VAC three-conductor power cord for use in the United States and Canada. If the router is being installed outside the United States or Canada, the appropriate power cord should be purchased. -
Page 26: Connecting The Interfaces
Connection Connecting the Interfaces There are four types of interfaces to connect on the router: • Fibre Channel connections • SCSI connections (LVD/SE) • Ethernet connections • Serial port connections Figure 3-2 is an illustration of the port locations on the router. Serial Ethernet Link/... -
Page 27: Fibre Channel Connections
Connection For convenience in configuring ports, key information is indicated on a label located on the underside of the router. WWNN: 100000E00200N000 WWPN: 100000E00Y00N000 ENET MAC ID: 00:E0:02:00:00:XY Figure 3-3: WWN/MAC ID label Fibre Channel Connections In typical installations, the router may be connected to: •... -
Page 28: Configuration With Tape Library Using Arbitrated (Or Private) Loop
Connection Fibre Channel Hub Max 10 Km Distance Host Max 10 Km Distance StorageWorks Router Serial Ethernet FC HBA Link/ Pwr. LVD/SE SCSl Fibre Channel SCSI Tape Library Tape Library Fibre Channel SCSI Figure 3-4: Configuration with tape library using arbitrated (or private) loop Both Fibre Channel switches and hubs may allow individual ports to be configured for different media types. -
Page 29: Scsi Connections
CAUTION: The router has been qualified with a specific set of SFPs. Using an SFP that has not been qualified by Compaq may cause the router to operate improperly. See the Laser Safety section from Appendix B, “Regulatory Compliance Notices” for more information. -
Page 30: Ethernet Connections
To allow configuration capabilities via this port, the IP network address must be set. The IP network address can be manually assigned or dynamically assigned using DHCP. Refer to the StorageWorks by Compaq Network Storage Router User Guide for details on setting the IP network address. -
Page 31: Serial Port Connections
Connection Ethernet interfaces include Telnet, SNMP, FTP, and an HTTP interface known as StorageWorks Visual Manager™ (VM). For more information on router management, refer to the StorageWorks by Compaq Network Storage Router User Guide. Serial Port Connections The RJ-11 connector provides a serial port that is compliant with the EIA 562 standard and is RS-232 signaling-level compatible. -
Page 32: Setting Up Serial Port Communications
Connection Setting up Serial Port Communications To set up serial port communications: 1. Connect the serial cable between the host computer serial port (COM1 or COM2) and the router serial port. 2. Power on the router. 3. Power on the server. 4. -
Page 33: Appendix A Electrostatic Discharge
Electrostatic Discharge To prevent damaging the system, be aware of the precautions you need to follow when setting up the system or handling parts. A discharge of static electricity from a finger or other conductor may damage system boards or other static-sensitive devices. -
Page 34: Grounding Methods
Use a portable field service kit with a folding static-dissipating work mat. 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. -
Page 35: 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 label, along with the required approval markings and information. -
Page 36: Class A Equipment
Regulatory Compliance Notices The rating label on the device shows the classification (A or B) of the equipment. Class B devices have an FCC logo or FCC ID on the label. Class A devices do not have an FCC logo or FCC ID on the label. After the Class of the device is determined, refer to the corresponding statement in the following sections. -
Page 37: Declaration Of Conformity For Products Marked With The Fcc Logo, United States 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 38: Power Cords
1.00 mm² or 18AWG, and the length of the cord must be between 6 feet (1.8 m) and 12 feet (3.6 m). If you have questions about the type of power cord to use, contact your Compaq authorized service provider. -
Page 39: Mouse Compliance Statement
Regulatory Compliance Notices Mouse Compliance Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. -
Page 40: Japanese Notice
Regulatory Compliance Notices Japanese Notice Taiwanese Notice Network Storage Router N1200 Installation Guide... -
Page 41: Laser Device
Regulatory Compliance Notices Laser Device All Compaq systems equipped with a laser device comply with safety standards, including International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 825. With specific regard to the laser, the equipment complies with laser product performance standards set by government agencies as a Class 1 laser product. The product does not emit hazardous light;... -
Page 42: Laser Product Label
Regulatory Compliance Notices Laser Product Label The following label or equivalent is located on the surface of the Compaq supplied laser device. This label indicates that the product is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT. This label appears on a laser device installed in your product. -
Page 43: Index
CDRH B-7 LED indicators 1-4 Center for Devices and Radiological location of 1-4 Health See CDRH external features, overview 1-2 Compaq authorized reseller xii Compaq series number B-1 Compaq website xii connections FCC notices Ethernet 3-8 Class A Equipment B-2... - Page 44 3-3 regulatory compliance notices Canadian B-4 Class A equipment B-2 Class B equipment B-2 key information label, illustrated 3-4 Compaq series number B-1 device modifications B-3 European Union B-5 identification number B-1 laser device Japanese B-6 product classification label B-8...
- Page 45 B-1 grounding plug 3-2 Small Form Factor Pluggables (SFP) 3-5 rack stability 2-5 standby power button websites location of 1-4 Compaq xii static-safe containers wrist straps storing products in A-1 specifications A-2 transporting products in A-1 using A-2 symbols in text ix...
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