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READ THIS FIRST
THIS DOCUMENT PROVIDES INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE DXi6902 SYSTEM.
IMPORTANT - BEFORE YOU BEGIN:
1. Read this entire document before your
start to unpack or install the system.
2. Make sure that you have all boxes that
shipped with the system.
3. Install and cable all elements of the
complete system in a rack before following
the power on sequence.

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  • Page 1 READ THIS FIRST THIS DOCUMENT PROVIDES INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE DXi6902 SYSTEM. IMPORTANT - BEFORE YOU BEGIN: 1. Read this entire document before your start to unpack or install the system. 2. Make sure that you have all boxes that shipped with the system.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    (6-68159). Installing Components in the DXi6902 Node............. 12 Note: Make sure to take the online training for the DXi6902 in order to Opening the Node Cover ....12 make the best use of your product. The online training is available www.quantum.com/ServiceandSupport/StorageCareLearning/...

  • Page 4: Dxi6902 Configurations

    DXi6902 Installation and Configuration Guide DXi6902 Configurations The Quantum DXi6902 can be ordered in the following configurations (see Table Table 1 DXi6902 Configurations Licensed Array Expansion Total Rack Usable Nominal System Modules Modules Space Configuration Capacity** Capacity* Memory (RBODs) (EBODs)
  • Page 5 17 TB, up to a total of 34 TB per module. Storage capacity upgrades are enabled simply by adding a license key. To purchase a storage capacity upgrade license, contact your Quantum sales representative. After you obtain the storage capacity license, DXi6902 User’s Guide (6-68159)

  • Page 6: Choosing A Location

    DXi6902 Installation and Configuration Guide Choosing a Location Quantum recommends installing the DXi6902 system in a controlled or restricted area to prevent access by untrained personnel. In addition, Quantum recommends that system installation be performed only by qualified IT personnel.

  • Page 7: Preparing For The Installation

    DXi6902 These environmental conditions apply when the DXi6902 system is in operation. For DXi6902 Site Planning Guide additional specifications, refer to the (6-68161). Preparing for the Installation Before you begin the installation procedure, make the preparations described in the following sections: •...

  • Page 8: Dxi6902 Installation Overview

    DXi6902 Installation and Configuration Guide DXi6902 Installation Overview Depending on the configuration, the DXi6902 system components ship in one or more boxes. Each box includes a label that notes the number of the box and the total number of boxes in the shipment (for example, box 1 of 3). MAKE SURE THAT YOU HAVE ALL BOXES IN THE SHIPMENT BEFORE YOU BEGIN THE INSTALLATION.

  • Page 9: Unpacking The Dxi6902

    The packaging materials used if the system is relocated. WARNING: The DXi6902 Node, Array module (RBOD), and Expansion module (EBOD) weigh 53.0 pounds (24.0 kg), 59.0 pounds (26.8 kg), and 57.0 pounds (25.9 kg) respectively. A minimum of two people are required to lift either chassis.
  • Page 10 DXi6902 Installation and Configuration Guide Carefully unpack and remove the components from the packing materials (see Figure Figure 2 Unpacking the DXi6902 Node Bezel (key taped to back)= Accessory kit Rack mount rails DXi6902 Node Foam Unpacking the DXi6902...

  • Page 11: Unpacking The Additional Node

    Unpacking the Depending on the configuration, additional Node components may ship in separate Additional Node boxes along with the rest of the system (see DXi6902 Installation Overview on page 6): Components • 16 GB memory module (8) • i350 1 GbE network card...

  • Page 12: Unpacking The Dxi6902 Array Module

    59.0 pounds (26.8 kg) and 57.0 pounds (25.9 kg) respectively. A minimum of two people are required to lift either chassis. The box containing the DXi6902 Array module (RBOD) or Expansion module (EBOD) contains the following items: • Rack mount rails •...
  • Page 13 DXi6902 Figure 4 Unpacking the DXi6902 Array Module or Expansion Module Rack mount rails Foam DXi6902 Array/Expansion module End caps SAS and AC power cables Unpacking the DXi6902...

  • Page 14: Installing Components In The Dxi6902 Note: Make Sure To Take The Online Training For The Dxi6902 In Order To Node

    Opening the Node To open the DXi6902 Node cover: Cover WARNING: The DXi6902 Node (including hard drives) weighs 53.0 pounds (24.0 kg). A minimum of two people are required to lift the chassis. 1 Set the Node on a flat, stable surface.
  • Page 15 6 Grasp the cover on both sides, and carefully lift the cover away from the Node. 7 Remove the cooling shroud by holding the touch points and lifting the shroud away from the Node (see Figure Figure 7 Removing the Cooling Shroud Cooling shroud Installing Components in the DXi6902 Node...
  • Page 16 DXi6902 Installation and Configuration Guide Figure 8 illustrates the interior of the DXi6902 Node with the cover removed. Figure 8 Inside the DXi6902 Node Cooling shroud Memory modules Expansion card riser 1 - Optional X520 network card - Optional i350 network card...

  • Page 17: Installing The Memory Modules

    • Leave the pre-installed modules in slots 1 or 2 RBODs A1–A4 and B1–B4 ( white sockets). 3 or more EBODs • Install 8 memory modules in slots A5–A8 and B5–B8 ( black sockets). Installing Components in the DXi6902 Node...
  • Page 18 Module Locations White sockets - 8 memory modules are pre-installed at the factory for all configurations Black sockets - Install 8 memory modules for 119 TB and larger configurations Green sockets - Not used Installing Components in the DXi6902 Node...
  • Page 19 DXi6902 To install the memory modules in the DXi6902 Node: Caution: Use appropriate ESD precautions, including the use of a grounding strap, when performing this procedure. Caution: Handle the memory modules by the card edges and avoid touching the components on the memory module.

  • Page 20: Installing The Optional I350 Or X520 Network Card

    Note: For proper seating of the cooling shroud in the chassis, ensure that the cables inside the system are routed along the chassis Installing the Optional The following network card options are available for all DXi6902 configurations (see i350 or X520 Network Table Card •...
  • Page 21 Install optional i350 or X520 network card in slot 2 Node rear To install the optional network card in the DXi6902 Node: Caution: Use appropriate ESD precautions, including the use of a grounding strap, when performing this procedure. 1 Holding the touch points, lift the expansion card riser 1 from the riser connector on...
  • Page 22 Figure 14 Installing the Expansion card connector Optional Network Card in Riser Network card Expansion card latch tab 3 Remove the metal slot cover from slot 2 by sliding it out of the slot. Installing Components in the DXi6902 Node...

  • Page 23: Closing The Node Cover

    8 (Optical 10 GbE option only) Insert an SFP+ unit into each 10 GbE port on the X520 card. (The SFP+ units are included with the optional 10 GbE network card.) Closing the Node Cover To close the DXi6902 Node cover: 1 Lift the latch on the cover (see Figure 15).

  • Page 24: Installing The Dxi6902 System In The Rack

    Components in recommendations when installing the DXi6902 system in the rack: the Rack • A rack is not included with the DXi6902. A standard 40U rack can be ordered from Quantum as an optional purchase. • Figure 16 shows the recommended rack configuration for a maximum capacity DXi6902 configuration.
  • Page 25 EBOD 2-1 RBOD 2 DXi6902 Node EBOD 1-7 EBOD 1-6 EBOD 1-5 EBOD 1-4 EBOD 1-3 EBOD 1-2 Install components EBOD 1-1 from lowest in the rack to highest in the RBOD 1 rack Installing the DXi6902 System in the Rack...

  • Page 26: Locating The Mounting Position

    DXi6902 Installation and Configuration Guide Locating the Mounting The DXi6902 system is designed to fit in a standard 19 inch (48.3 cm) wide rack. It is Position important for the chassis installation to locate the hole pattern in the rack rails. You must allow 2U (3.4 inches or 8.7 cm) of vertical space for the DXi6902 Node and an...
  • Page 27 Latch release button Installing the DXi6902 Array or Expansion Module WARNING: The DXi6902 Array module and Expansion module (including hard drives) weigh 59.0 pounds (26.8 kg) and 57.0 pounds (25.9 kg) respectively. A minimum of two people are required to lift the chassis.

  • Page 28: Installing The Dxi6902 Node

    10-32 x 3/4 in. screw and nylon washer Installing the DXi6902 Installing the DXi6902 Node Rack Mounting Rails Node 1 Position the left and right rail end pieces labeled FRONT facing inward, and orient each end piece to seat in the holes on the front side of the vertical rack flanges (see Figure 20).
  • Page 29 Latch release button Installing the DXi6902 Node WARNING: The DXi6902 Node (including hard drives) weighs 53.0 pounds (24.0 kg). A minimum of two people are required to lift the chassis. Caution: Before proceeding, ensure that all hard drive latches are completely closed.
  • Page 30 Lift the system up and away from the rack and place it on a level surface. Figure 21 Node Installation Rear rail standoffs Rear rail J-slots Slide-release lock button Inner slide rails Lock lever Installing the DXi6902 System in the Rack...

  • Page 31: Cabling The Dxi6902

    DXi6902 Cabling the DXi6902 Follow these steps to cable the DXi6902: 1 Connect each Array module (RBOD) to the DXi6902 Node using the provided 2m mini-SAS HD to mini-SAS cables (see Figure 22). Note: Mini-SAS plugs are rectangular . Mini-SAS HD plugs are square Caution: The Mini-SAS HD plugs can be plugged in upside down.
  • Page 32 Connect SAS expansion port 1 (Controller A) on RBOD 2 to SAS port 1 (Controller A) on EBOD 2-1. d Connect SAS expansion port 1 (Controller B) on RBOD 2 to SAS port 1 (Controller B) on EBOD 2-1. Installing the DXi6902 System in the Rack...
  • Page 33 (Controller A) on the next EBOD in the sequence. b Connect the SAS expansion port (Controller B) on the EBOD to SAS port 1 (Controller B) on the next EBOD in the sequence. Installing the DXi6902 System in the Rack...
  • Page 34 ID/Diag EBOD 1-4 Port 1 Port 1 ID/Diag ID/Diag EBOD 1-3 Port 1 Port 1 ID/Diag ID/Diag EBOD 1-2 Port 1 Port 1 ID/Diag ID/Diag EBOD 1-1 Port 1 Port 1 ID/Diag ID/Diag Installing the DXi6902 System in the Rack...
  • Page 35 ID/Diag EBOD 2-4 Port 1 Port 1 ID/Diag ID/Diag EBOD 2-3 Port 1 Port 1 ID/Diag ID/Diag EBOD 2-2 Port 1 Port 1 ID/Diag ID/Diag EBOD 2-1 Port 1 Port 1 ID/Diag ID/Diag Installing the DXi6902 System in the Rack...
  • Page 36 (see Figure 26): Note: Quantum recommends connecting the Node and each Array and Expansion module power cord (two per unit) to a separate AC circuit to ensure system availability in case of a power failure. Power supplies should be checked periodically for audible and LED warnings.

  • Page 37: Initializing The Storage Arrays And Software

    Channel Cabling Initializing the Storage Arrays and Software The DXi6902 is not operational until you add the storage arrays to the system and initialize them, and initialize the software, using the Pick to Order (PTO) configuration tools on the Service Menu.
  • Page 38 DXi6902 Installation and Configuration Guide Figure 28 Powering on the Expansion Module (Rear) Expansion Modules Port 1 Port 1 ID/Diag ID/Diag Power Switches Figure 29 Powering on the Array Module (Rear) Array Modules |O|O| |O|O| Port 1 Port 2 Port 1...
  • Page 39 Node with the following IP address: 10.17.21.1 The terminal emulation window displays. 5 Enter root for the user name and then enter the service password. (Contact Quantum ASPS for the service password.) The command prompt displays. Initializing the Storage Arrays and Software...
  • Page 40 DXi6902 Installation and Configuration Guide 6 At the command prompt, type the following command and press <Enter>: sh /opt/DXi/scripts/service.sh The Service Menu displays (see Figure 33). The heading at the top of the Service Menu indicates the system is in PTO Mode.
  • Page 41 DXi6902 Note: If at any time you need to start over in the PTO configuration process, on the Pick to Order Menu, type the option for Reset PTO and press <Enter>, then proceed with Step 1 below. 1 On the Pick to Order Menu, type the option for Discover Hardware and press <Enter>.
  • Page 42 DXi6902 Installation and Configuration Guide Detecting -localnode- Detecting -name- Detecting -serial number- Detecting -motherboard- Detecting -ethernet- Detecting -bios- Detecting -cpu- Detecting -memory- Detecting -pci- Detecting -fc- Detecting -sas- Detecting -ipmi- Detecting -ipmi-monitor- Detecting -nodes- Probing for node 1: Found. Detecting -raid arrays- Probing for array 1 CTRL A: Found.
  • Page 43 DXi6902 Figure 36 PTO: Hardware Check Menu *** Pick to Order Hardware Check Menu *** 0) Check Memory - check memory size to number of trays. 1) Check NetApp Trays - check for valid tray combinations. 2) Check HBAs - check for valid PCI slots and cards.
  • Page 44 DXi6902 Installation and Configuration Guide 5 On the Hardware Check Menu, type the option for Check HBAs and press <Enter>. The system displays information about all expansion cards installed in the Node (see Figure 39). Make sure all of the installed expansion cards are detected. If one or more expansion...
  • Page 45 DXi6902 9 Verify that the number of Array Modules detected is correct, then type y and press <Enter>. The system begins background RAID initialization of the storage arrays (see Figure 40). Starting background RAID initialization can take several minutes. Figure 40 PTO: RAID Initialize Verifing storage...
  • Page 46 DXi6902 Installation and Configuration Guide Setting additional attributes for Volume TRAY_0_VOL_1. create TRAY_0_VOL_2 of size 15.756 TiB Creating TRAY_0_VOL_2 Setting additional attributes for Volume TRAY_0_VOL_2. Setting the Storage Array cache block size to 32. Setting the Storage Array media scan rate to enabled for every 30 days.

  • Page 47: Performing Initial Configuration

    (This can take up to 30 minutes.) Performing Initial Configuration Before the DXi6902 is operational, you must configure the system through the remote management console. You must also configure your backup software. Configuring the DXi6902 consists of four major steps. See the following subsections for...
  • Page 48 DXi6902 Installation and Configuration Guide Figure 41 Login Window 2 On the Login window, select Administrator, type password for the password, and click Login. The Welcome page displays (see Figure 42). Note: If a message on the page indicates the DXi is in Limited Mode, wait ten minutes, and then log on again.
  • Page 49 Wizard: License Agreement 4 Select the I have read and accept this License Agreement check box, and then click Next to continue. Note: If you do not accept the license agreement, the DXi6902 will not function. The Network page displays (see Figure 44).
  • Page 50 DXi6902 into your company’s network. If you set up the DXi6902 using the example below, you can always change the network settings as needed at a later time. For more information, see the Quantum DXi6902 User’s Guide...
  • Page 51 DXi6902 Figure 44 Getting Started Wizard: Network Performing Initial Configuration...
  • Page 52 (Optional) Enter the Default Gateway IP address. Specifying a default gateway is optional if all access is local to a particular subnet. For example, if the DXi6902 and all of its clients are on the same subnet, you do not need to specify a default gateway.
  • Page 53 • IP Address - The IP address of the DXi6902. • Netmask - The network mask of the DXi6902. • Gateway - The gateway of the DXi6902. (This is usually not the same as the default gateway.) c Select the Any check box to allow all traffic types (management, replication, and data) on the interface.
  • Page 54 For more information, see the User’s Guide , 6-68159). 12 In the Timezone drop-down box, select the time zone where the DXi6902 is located. 13 Next to Time Format, select the format to use when displaying times (24 hours or 12 hours).
  • Page 55 A message appears stating that completing the setup will restart the system. 17 Click Yes to restart the system. 18 Disconnect the computer from the DXi6902. Reset the computer network settings back to the default values. 19 Wait for the system to fully restart. This can take up to 30 minutes.

  • Page 56: Connecting The Ethernet Cables

    1 Connect up to three CAT6 Ethernet cables to the 1 GbE ports (1, 2, and 3) (see Figure 47). 2 There are two 10 GbE (SFP+) options available for the DXi6902 (Optical or Twinax). Connect the appropriate cable for your system (see Figure 47): •...
  • Page 57 Cabling - Optional 2 x 10 GbE Ports To 10 GbE Network 4 Install the protective bezel on the front of the DXi6902 Node. The bezel snaps into place on the front of the Node to prevent the removal of the system from the rack (see Figure 50).

  • Page 58: Installing The Capacity License

    Figure 50 Installing the Front Bezel Installing the Capacity A 17 TB storage capacity license is pre-installed on the DXi6902 at the factory. For 34 TB License and larger configurations, you must install a license to enable the additional purchased capacity.
  • Page 59 DXi6902 Figure 51 License Keys Page b In the other browser, enter the address for the License Key Management Web site (see Figure 52): http://www.quantum.com/licensekeys Figure 52 License Key Management Web Site Performing Initial Configuration...

  • Page 60: Taking Next Steps

    Click license link to display License Details below Verify licensed capacity Taking Next Steps Before the customer can begin using the DXi6902 for backups, they must configure the system. Here are next steps the customer can take: Performing Initial Configuration...
  • Page 61 Email Reports periodically sends system configuration and status information to Quantum, including any software upgrades you have installed using the Software Upgrade Utility. Quantum Support can use this information to provide a better support experience in the future. To configure Email Reports: 1 Make sure a valid outgoing e-mail server is specified on the Configuration >...
  • Page 62 • To configure your backup application to begin performing backups to the DXi, refer to your backup application documentation. Quantum DXi6902 User’s • To learn more about operating the DXi6902, refer to the Guide (6-68159). Or access the online help from the remote management console by clicking Help >...

  • Page 63: Troubleshooting

    DXi6902 Troubleshooting If you encounter problems while installing or configuring the DXi6902, see Table 6 troubleshooting steps. Table 6 DXi6902 Installation Problem Corrective Action Troubleshooting The system does not power on. Make sure all power cords are connected to a...
  • Page 64 ©2014 Quantum Corporation. All rights reserved. Quantum and the Quantum logo are registered trademarks of Quantum Corporation and its affliates in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Protected by Pending and Issued U.S.

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