Connecting the Server UPS Unit to the Power Synchronized Unit ................ 54 Connecting the AC Sensor Unit ..........................55 Connecting to the ETERNUS DX/AF ..................... 57 FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
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Replacing a Power Synchronized Unit ......................... 69 Replacing an AC Sensor Unit ..........................70 Troubleshooting ......................... 71 Check List ................................71 Trouble Record ..............................73 FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
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Operation timing chart when using a power synchronized unit (powering off) ........... 31 Figure 11 ETERNUS AF series, ETERNUS DX S5/S4/S3 series (excluding ETERNUS DX900 S5, ETERNUS DX8900 S4, and ETERNUS DX8700 S3/DX8900 S3), and ETERNUS DX200F setup (Setup Power Management screen) ... 44...
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Status and meanings of each LED (for AC sensor units)................25 Table 4 List of package contents (power synchronized unit)..................32 Table 5 List of package contents (AC sensor unit)....................32 FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
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Preface Fujitsu would like to thank you for purchasing our power synchronized unit for the ETERNUS AF/DX storage sys- tems. The power synchronized unit is a device that synchronizes power operations of the ETERNUS AF/DX storage systems with servers. Please carefully review the information outlined in this manual.
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Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference. Fujitsu pays careful attention to the safe use of its products to prevent user injury and/or material damage. To use the power synchronized unit properly, please follow the instructions in this manual.
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Preface ● Traditional Chinese Trademarks Third-party trademark information related to this product is available at: https://www.fujitsu.com/global/products/computing/storage/eternus/trademarks/ FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
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The black "Must Do..." circle indicates actions that must be taken. The required action is both illustrated inside the black circle and written above it (e.g. Unplug). FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
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The information in this manual is subject to change without notice for improvement and functionality expansion of the power synchronized unit. The latest version of this manual, and important service and support contacts (see "Contact Fujitsu") for Fujitsu Customer Service in your country of purchase are available at the following website: https://www.fujitsu.com/global/support/products/computing/storage/disk/manuals/manual.html...
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Doing so may cause a fire and damage the power synchronized unit. FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
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Passersby can shake the unit, damage it or cause malfunction. FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED...
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Do not use any products other than the optional products for the power synchro- nized unit. Doing so may cause electric shock, fire, or device failure. FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED...
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When the power synchronized unit is not used for a long period of time, unplug all power plugs. Failure to do so may lead to fire. FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED...
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Failure to do so may dam- age the power synchronized unit and lead to malfunction. FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED...
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• Remove any dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc on cable connectors. Failure to do so may cause the power synchronized unit to malfunction. FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
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It can be checked by pulling out the plate when the power synchronized unit is installed in a rack. ■ AC sensor unit Manufacturer’s label Indicates the model, serial number, etc. FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
■ Power synchronized unit Figure 1 External view of a power synchronized unit ■ AC sensor unit Figure 2 External view of an AC sensor unit FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
The status of the power synchronized unit and the status of the AC power output from the server UPS unit are displayed on the LED. If an error occurs, tracking the error and error recovery can be performed based on the LED information. FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
AC SENSOR port on the second power synchronized unit RCI port Not used AC IN port For power cord (for AC power input) connection FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
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The power synchronized unit is operating normally. (off) CHECK status of the power (Yellow) The power synchronized unit is starting up. (on) synchronized unit. FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
(green) nected server UPS AC output from server UPS units using the AC In port is detected. (on) unit. FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
Power cord (for AC power input) RS232C cable Provided cables are indicated by solid lines. Optional cables that can be added are indicated by dotted lines. FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
Cascade cable AC sensor port connection cable Provided cables are indicated by solid lines. Optional cables that can be added are indicated by dotted lines. FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
The server OS startup is suspended until the ETERNUS DX/AF startup is complete. For the set suspend time of the server, refer to "Figure 8 Operation timing chart when using a power synchronized unit (powering on)" (page 29). FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
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E1: Time that is required to complete ETERNUS DX/AF startup from the start of powering on of the ETERNUS DX/AF. For details, refer to the manual that is provided with the connected ETERNUS DX/AF. FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED...
Issuance of command to turn off the ETERNUS DX/AF from the power synchronized unit ETERNUS DX/AF shutdown Shutdown of the ETERNUS DX/AF UPS unit FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
E3: Battery operation time until ETERNUS DX/AF UPS unit shutdown when a power failure occurs. E3: Battery operation time until ETERNUS DX/AF UPS unit shutdown when a power failure occurs. FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED...
Install the power synchronized unit and the AC sensor unit in an area that meets all the conditions described in "Instructions for installation" (page 13) "Safety Precautions". FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
Do not use a power cord that does not satisfy the specifications of the power syn- chronized unit and the AC sensor unit. Doing so may cause failure, fire, or electric shock. FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
Failure to do so may dam- age the power synchronized unit and lead to malfunction. • Do not obstruct the air vents in the power synchronized unit. FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
Insert four M6 cage nuts in the 1st and 3rd holes above the power synchronized unit base line. (Rear rack pillars) 3rd position 1st position 1U (power synchronized unit size) Base line of power synchronized unit FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
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Use four M6 cross recessed head screws with captive washer to fasten the power synchronized unit in the rack. M6 cross recessed head screws with captive washer (Rear rack pillars) M6 cross recessed head screws with captive washer FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
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The blank panel should be attached at the same height as the power synchronized unit. (Front rack pillars) Blank panel (Rear rack pillars) End of procedure FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
Used when the holes in the rack pillars are square ❏ M6 cross recessed head screw ❏ Blank panel: 1 with captive washer: 4 FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
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L-shaped bracket M3 cross recessed head screws with captive washer M3 cross recessed head screws L-shaped bracket with captive washer FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
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Use four M6 cross recessed head screws with captive washer to fasten the shelf plate in the rack. M6 cross recessed head screws with captive washer (Rear rack pillars) M6 cross recessed head screws with captive washer FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
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The blank panel should be attached at the same height as the AC sensor unit. (Front rack pillars) Blank panel (Rear rack pillars) End of procedure FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
55). Connect the power synchronized unit to the ETERNUS DX/AF. For details, refer to "Connecting to the ETERNUS DX/AF" (page 57). End of procedure FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
• For the ETERNUS AF series and ETERNUS DX series (excluding the ETERNUS DX900 S5, ETERNUS DX8900 S4, and ETERNUS DX8700 S3/DX8900 S3) When the controllers for CM#0 and CM#1 both receive shutdown instructions, the shutdown process starts.
This section explains the setting items on the power synchronization setting screen for the ETERNUS DX60 S2. Figure 14 ETERNUS DX60 S2 setup (Setup Power Management screen) FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
Do not use a power cord that does not satisfy the specifications of the power syn- chronized unit and the AC sensor unit. Doing so may cause electric shock, fire, or device failure. FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
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Attach the release tie to the plug of the power cord (for AC power input) to firmly fix the power plug to ensure it does not become unplugged. Release tie FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
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When the power synchronized unit is not used for a long period of time, unplug all power plugs. Failure to do so may lead to fire. End of procedure FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
Do not forcibly bend or fold the cable. Doing so may damage the cable and cause the power synchronized unit to malfunction. Do not bend Do not fold more than 90 degrees FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
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Connect the connector at the other end of the cascade cable to the AC SENSOR port. AC SENSOR port Power synchronized unit#1 Cascade cable End of procedure FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
For details about settings for a server UPS unit that is connected to the power synchronized unit, refer to the man- ual that is provided with the server UPS unit and perform the appropriate settings. FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED...
Connect the plugs of the power cords (for AC sensor) to SENSOR#0 port and SENSOR#1 port on the power synchronized unit. Power cord (for AC sensor) SENSOR#0 port SENSOR#1 port FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
AC In port Connect the plug at the other end of the power cord (for AC sensor) to the outlet of the server UPS unit. FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED...
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Connect the connector at the other end of the AC sensor port connection cable to the AC SENSOR port on the power synchronized unit. AC SENSOR port Power synchronized unit AC sensor port connection cable FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
Up to four ETERNUS DX/AF storage systems can be connected to each power synchronized unit. When power syn- chronized units are cascaded, up to eight ETERNUS DX/AF storage systems can be connected. FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED...
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Connect the RS232C cable to the power synchronized unit. Connect the RS232C cable connector to the PWC port on the power synchronized unit. RS232C cable PWC ports FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
The ETERNUS DX/AF is requested to be turned on after detecting AC output from a server UPS unit. • The ETERNUS DX/AF is requested to be turned off after detecting no AC output from all of the server UPS units. FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
When two or more AC sensor units are used, connect the AC sensor units. For details about the connection procedure when using an AC sensor unit, refer to "Connecting the AC Sen- sor Unit" (page 55). FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
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(Must be obtained by customers) Added server Server#3 UPS unit for Server#3 End of procedure After the procedure is complete, check that power synchronization performs normally if necessary. FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
For details about how to connect an ETERNUS DX/AF to the power synchronized unit, refer to "Connecting to the ETERNUS DX/AF" (page 57). FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
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Turn on the added power synchronized unit. For details about how to turn on a power synchronized unit, refer to "Turning on the Power Synchronized Unit" (page 48). FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
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Power synchronized unit#0 Cascade cable (optional) AC SENSOR port ETERNUS DX/AF #0 Power synchronized unit#1 ETERNUS DX/AF #1 ETERNUS DX/AF #2 ETERNUS DX/AF #3 FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
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RS232C cables (optional) Added ETERNUS DX/AF storage systems End of procedure Power synchronization starts when connection is complete. Check that power synchronization performs normally. FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
Connect the replacement server to the server UPS unit. End of procedure After the procedure is complete, check that power synchronization performs normally if necessary. FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
To connect the cables, perform the procedure for disconnecting cables in reverse. Connect the RS232C cables last. End of procedure After completing cable connection, check that power synchronization performs normally if necessary. FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
To connect the cables, perform the procedure for disconnecting cables in reverse. Connect the RS232C cables last. End of procedure After completing cable connection, check that power synchronization performs normally if necessary. FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
The power cord (for AC power input) is not correctly connected to the AC IN port. • The CHECK LED is left on. The power synchronized unit must be replaced. Contact your sales representative or maintenance engineer. FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
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AC sensor unit. When the power synchronized units are cascaded, check the connection status of the cascade cables. FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
POWER SENSOR (On, Off, Blinking) POWER CONTROL CHECK (On, Off, Blinking) 4: Is the LED on the AC sensor unit on? (Yes, No) 5: Other FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF, ETERNUS DX Configuration Guide (Power Synchronized Unit) Copyright 2019 FUJITSU LIMITED P3AM-8012-14ENZ0...
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However, Fujitsu shall assume no responsibility for any operational problems as the result of errors, omissions, or the use of information in this manual. • Fujitsu assumes no liability for damages to third party copyrights or other rights arising from the use of any information in this manual.
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