Intel RMS25PB080 Hardware User's Manual

Integrated raid module
Hide thumbs Also See for RMS25PB080:
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

®
Intel
Integrated RAID Module
RMS25PB080, RMS25PB040,
RMS25CB080 and RMS25CB040
Hardware User's Guide
Intel Order Number: G37519-003

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Summary of Contents for Intel RMS25PB080

  • Page 1 ® Intel Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB080, RMS25PB040, RMS25CB080 and RMS25CB040 Hardware User’s Guide Intel Order Number: G37519-003...
  • Page 2 ® Intel is a trademark or registered trademark of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries. *Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others. Copyright © 2012 by Intel Corporation. Portions Copyright © 2012 by LSI* Corporation. All rights reserved.
  • Page 3: Preface

    ® This is the primary hardware guide for the Intel Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB080, RMS25PB040, RMS25CB080 and RMS25CB040, which can be used to manage SAS and SATA disk drives. It contains installation instructions and specifications. For details on configuring the storage adapters, and for an overview of the software ®...
  • Page 4: Related Publication

    Related Publication ® ® The Intel RAID Software User’s Guide is available under the link for this Intel Integrated RAID module at http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/server. Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Boot Strap ROM (SEEPROM) ..................19 NVSRAM ........................19 SDRAM (Cache) ......................19 Diagnostic Components ....................20 SAS/SATA Connectors ....................21 BBU/RMFBU Connector Pin-out .................23 PCI Interface ........................24 Host Board Interface ....................25 Mechanical Overview ....................27 LED Headers .......................28 Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 6 Appendix B: Installation/Assembly Safety Instructions ........39 English ..........................41 Deutsch ..........................42 Français ..........................43 Español ..........................45 Italiano ..........................46 Appendix C: Regulatory and Certification Information .........49 Product Safety and EMC Compliance ................. 49 Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 7 Figure 13. Internal SFF8087 SAS/SATA signal connectors............ 21 Figure 14. PCI Interface ......................25 ® Figure 15. Mechanical Drawing for Intel Integrated RAID Module RMS25CB0x0 ....28 Figure 16. LED Header ......................29 Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 8 Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 9 Table 8. Array Performance Features ..................30 Table 9. Fault Tolerance Features ..................31 Table 10. Actual Power Consumption Table ................32 Table 11. RAID Physical Drive Status ..................34 Table 12. RAID Virtual Drive Status ..................35 Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 10 Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 11: Chapter 1: Overview

    Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB080 and RMS25CB080 control 8 internal ® SAS/SATA ports through two SFF-8087 Mini SAS x4 internal connectors, and the Intel Integrated RAID Module MS25PB040 and RMS25CB040 control 4 internal SAS/SATA ports through one SFF-8087 Mini SAS x4 internal connectors. For more information about the use of expanders, see the ANSI SAS Standard, version 2.0 specification.
  • Page 12: Intel Integrated Raid Module Rms25Pb0X0 And Rms25Cb0X0

    The RAID modules are designed to fit various Intel Server Boards and systems. For the ® most up-to-date support list, see the Compatibility section under the link for these Intel Integrated RAID Modules at http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/server. Note: The modules will support PCI Express* Revision 3.0 at post launch.
  • Page 13: Usability

    Caution: Exceeding 50% rate may cause operating system errors due to waiting for controller access. • Background operating mode can be set for Rebuilds, Consistency Checks, Initialization (auto restarting Consistency Check on redundant volumes), Migration, OCE, and Patrol Read. Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 14: Redundancy And Error Handling

    • Failures are logged from controller and drive firmware, and SMART monitor. ® • Failures are logged in NVRAM, viewable from OS Event Log, Intel RAID Web Console 2, CIM, and LEDs. • Multiple cache options allow configuration-specific performance optimization: —...
  • Page 15: Sas/Sata Features

    To disable the alarm, choose Disable Alarm. To enable the alarm, choose Enable Alarm. To disable the alarm only until the next event or until next power cycle, choose SilenceAlarm. Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 16 Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 17: Chapter 2: Intel ® Integrated Raid Module Rms25Pb0X0 And Rms25Cb0X0 Hard- Ware Installation

    • SAS or SATA hard drives up to 6Gb/s speed. • SAS/SATA cable accessory kit, which can be ordered from Intel separately. Please see the Tested Operating System List for available cable accessory kits at http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/server. Note: Intel Corporation strongly recommends using an uninterruptible power supply (UPS). The ®...
  • Page 18: Figure 1. Changing The Bracket

    5. Connect the proper cables into the adapter using the 4-port combined end. Make sure the module and cables are properly attached and plug the cable into connector at the inside edge of the adapter. Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 19: Figure 3. Connecting Cable Between The Raid Module And Drives/Backplane

    ✧ Only connect to a SATA drive, SAS or SATA backplane, or an expander device. ✧ Route the cables carefully. ✧ Check that the module and cables are all properly attached. AF004424 Figure 3. Connecting Cable between the RAID Module and Drives/Backplane Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 20: Installing The Intel ® Integrated Raid Module Rms25Cb0X0

    3). Press down gently but firmly to ensure that the card is properly seated in the connectors, and ® then insert the four pin standoffs into the barrel standoffs respectively. The Intel RAID Module RMS25CB080 is shown for illustrative purpose (see Figure...
  • Page 21: Figure 5. Installing The Intel ® Integrated Raid Module Rms25Cb0X0

    ✧ Only connect to a SATA drive, SAS or SATA backplane, or an expander device. ✧ Route the cables carefully. ✧ Check that the module and cables are all properly attached. Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 22: Figure 6. Connecting Cable Between The Raid Module And Drives/Backplane

    AF004408 Figure 6. Connecting Cable between the RAID Module and Drives/Backplane 6. Install the server system cover and connect the power cords. See your server system documentation for instructions. Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 23: Configuring The Raid Module

    After you press the keys to enter the Intel RAID BIOS Console 2 software, the ® firmware takes several seconds to initialize and then display the Intel Integrated Module number and firmware version. The numbering of the RAID module follows the PCI slot scanning order used by the server board.
  • Page 24 Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 25: Chapter 3: Intel ® Integrated Raid Module Rms25Pb0X0 And Rms25Cb0X0 Char- Acteristics

    Battery Backup Unit the daughter card that contains the battery backup unit. J6A2 Activity LED header 2-pin connector Connects to an LED that indicates activity on the drives connected to the controller. Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 26: Figure 8. Rms25Cb0X0 Card Layout

    SAS Ports 4-7 internal SFF-8087 mini SAS 4i internal connector. connector Connects the controller by cable to SAS/SATA devices. ® J4B1 (Ports 4-7) is only available on Intel Integrated Module RMS25CB080. Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 27: Figure 9. Intel ® Integrated Raid Module Rms25Pb0X0 Hardware Block Diagram

    Ac vity LED Header miniSAS4 GPIO4 Internal Port 1 is not available on RAID Feature RMS25PB040 PCI-E* 3.0 x8 (PCI-E Slot) AF004602 ® Figure 9. Intel Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 Hardware Block Diagram Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 28: Major Components

    T10 End-to-End Data Protection (EEDP) • Local 72-bit DDR3 SDRAM interface with ECC checking • Fusion MPT message unit • PCI Express* interface supports x8, x4, and x1 lane configurations Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 29: Flash Rom

    It is connected remotely to the RAID module through a supplied cable. See the figure below (for reference only). Actual shape of the product may vary from the figure. ® Figure 11. Intel RAID Smart Battery AXXRSBBU9 Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 30: Diagnostic Components

    The drive failure tones repeat until the problem is corrected, or until the alarm is silenced or disabled. The alarm can be silenced or disabled on the controller’s properties page in ® the BIOS Console or by using the failed drive options pane in the Intel RAID Web Console 2.
  • Page 31: Sas/Sata Connectors

    Transmit pins connect to receive pins on the other device. The SAS/SATA connector is keyed at pin 1. These pin-outs for the serial ATA connector are not compatible with the legacy PATA connector. Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 32: Table 3. Sff8087 Internal Connector With One Sgpio Connector Pin-Out

    Pin Definition Pin # Pin Definition Port 0 RX0+ RX0- TX0+ TX0- Port 1 RX1+ RX1- TX1+ TX1- SB0/SCLK/SCL SCLK SGPIO SB1/SLOAD/SDA SLOAD SB2/GND SB3/GND SB4/SDATA_OUT/RS SDATAOUT0 SB5/SDATA_IN/ADD SB7/BP_TYPE SB6/CTLR_TYPE Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 33: Bbu/Rmfbu Connector Pin-Out

    Table 4. BBU/RMFBU Connector Pin-out Pin # Name Description BBU_INPLACE1_N BBU plug-in confirmation 1 P12V 12V Power P12V 12V Power Ground PWRGD_P1V5 1.5V VR power good Ground P3V3_AUX 3.3V auxiliary power Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 34: Pci Interface

    ® Intel Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB080 and RMS25PB040 must be installed into a standard x8 or larger PCI Express* slot that complies with the PCI Express Specification, Revision 3.0. The controller is PCI Express* 1.0 and 2.0 compatible and is backward- compatible with x8 or larger slots that are wired with x1, x2, and x4 PCI Express* lanes.
  • Page 35: Host Board Interface

    Express* lanes signaling as defined in the PCI Express Specification 3.0. These interfaces also provide +3.3 V power to the board. Note: The modules will support PCI Express* Revision 3.0 at post launch. AF004606 Figure 14. PCI Interface Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 36: Table 5. Host Board Interface Connector Pin-Out

    PCIe Gen3 Rp [5] PCIe Gen3 Tp [5] PCIe Gen3 Rn [5] PCIe Gen3 Tn [5] PCIe Gen3 Rp [6] PCIe Gen3 Tp [6] PCIe Gen3 Rn [6] PCIe Gen3 Tn [6] Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 37: Mechanical Overview

    LED_HDD_N RSVD_DN 3.3VSTBY RSVD_DP FM_rINTm_MODULE_EN 5VSB RSVD_SE FRU/TEMP ADDR [A0] 3.3V 3.3V 3.3V 3.3V Mechanical Overview ® The following figures display the Intel Integrated RAID Module RMS25CB040 and RMS25CB080 dimensions. Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 38: Led Headers

    Integrated RAID Module RMS25CB0x0 LED Headers There is one 2-pin header present on the RMS25PB080 and RMS25PB040 board and this header is used for connecting the external LED which indicates activity on any of the connected HDDs. Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 39: Technical Specifications

    2.713 inch x 6.600 inch (Low-profile) RMS25CB040 and RMS25CB080: ® See Intel Integrated RAID Module RMS25CB0x0 Mechanical overview Array interface to host Note: PCI Express* Revision 3.0 will be supported at post launch. Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 40: Array Performance Features

    6.4 Mbytes in 64 Kbyte stripes Maximum queue tags per As many as the drive can accept drive Stripe sizes 8, 16, 32, 64, 128, 256, 512, or 1024 KB Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 41: Fault Tolerance

    • Hot-plug • Hot-swap • Drive Rebuild Using Hot Spares Automatic at fail • Dedicated per Array • Global for any array • Auto-resume of initialization or rebuild on reboot Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 42: Electrical Characteristics

    Thermal and Atmospheric Characteristics The maximum board temperature is limited by the LSI SAS2208 ROC Processor since it uses the most power and will be the hottest component on the board. Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 43: Safety Characteristics

    (WHQL) at product launch. Supported Device Technology ® The various device technologies supported by the Intel Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB080, RMS25PB040, RMS25CB080 and RMS25CB040 is described in the subsections that follow. Support for Hard Disk Drive Devices ® Intel...
  • Page 44: Support For Non-Hard Disk Drive Devices

    The fundamental purpose of a RAID system is to present a usable data storage medium ® (virtual drive) with some level of redundancy to a host operating system. The Intel RAID firmware is based on the concept of associating physical drives in arrays and then creating a virtual drive from that array that includes a functional RAID level.
  • Page 45: Table 12. Raid Virtual Drive Status

    Offline The drive is not available to the operating system and is unusable. RAID Controller Drive Limitations Only drives that comply with the SAS and SATA specification extensions are supported. Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 46 Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 47: Appendix A: Drive Roaming And Drive Migration Install

    6. Install the server cover. For instructions, see your server system documentation. 7. Plug in and power on the system. The controller detects the RAID configuration from the configuration data on the drives (COD). Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 48: Drive Migration

    9. Install the server cover. For instructions, see your server system documentation. 10. Plug in and power on the system. When you start the system, the controller detects the RAID configuration from the configuration data on the drives. Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 49: Appendix B: Installation/Assembly Safety Instructions

    • Disconnect your computer and peripherals from their power sources. Also disconnect any telephone or telecommunications lines from the computer. Doing so reduces the potential for personal injury or shock. Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 50 When transporting a sensitive component, first place it in an antistatic container or packaging. • Handle all sensitive components in a static-safe area. If possible, use antistatic floor pads and workbench pads. Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 51: English

    4. Insert and lock the padlock to the system to prevent unauthorized access inside the system. 5. Connect all external cables and the AC power cord(s) to the system. Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 52: Deutsch

    5. Tragen Sie ein geerdetes Antistatik Gelenkband, um elektrostatische Ladungen (ESD) über blanke Metallstellen bei der Handhabung der Komponenten zu vermeiden. 6. Schalten Sie das System niemals ohne ordnungsgemäß montiertes Gehäuse ein. Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 53: Français

    Lisez attention toutes les consignes de sécurité et les mises en garde indiquées dans ce ® document avant de suivre toute instruction. Consultez Intel Server Boards and Server Chassis Safety Information sur le CD Resource CD ou bien rendez-vous sur le site http://www.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/sb/cs-010770.htm. Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 54 4. Remettez le cadenas en place et verrouillez-le afin de prévenir tout accès non autorisé à l'intérieur du système. 5. Rebranchez tous les cordons d'alimentation c. a. et câbles externes au système. Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 55: Español

    1. Desbloquee y extraiga el bloqueo de seguridad de la parte posterior del sistema, si se ha instalado uno. 2. Extraiga y guarde todos los tornillos de las tapas.Extraiga las tapas. Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 56: Italiano

    Il cavo è considerato il dispositivo d'interruzione dell'alimentazione principale (in c.a.). La presa alla quale si collega il sistema deve essere installata vicino all'unità e deve essere facilmente accessibile. Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 57 Se il sistema è stato a lungo in funzione, il microprocessore e il dissipatore di calore potrebbero essere surriscaldati. Fare attenzione alla presenza di piedini appuntiti e parti taglienti sulle schede e sul telaio. È consigliabile l'uso di guanti di protezione. Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 58 Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 59: Appendix C: Regulatory And Certification Information

    For information on end system certification, refer to the product regulatory certification for the end system level product. Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 60 Intel® Integrated RAID Module RMS25PB0x0 and RMS25CB0x0 Hardware User’s Guide...
  • Page 61 Mouser Electronics Authorized Distributor Click to View Pricing, Inventory, Delivery & Lifecycle Information: Intel RMS25CB080...

This manual is also suitable for:

Rms25pb040Rms25cb080Rms25cb040

Table of Contents