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Changing Host Protocol in Base
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StorNext QD7000
Firmware 8.30.xx.xx
6-68568-01 Rev A

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  • Page 1 Changing Host Protocol in Base System StorNext QD7000 Firmware 8.30.xx.xx 6-68568-01 Rev A...
  • Page 2 Artico, Be Certain (and the Q brackets design), DLT, DXi, DXi Accent, DXi V1000, DXi V2000, DXi V4000, DXiV-Series, FlexTier, Lattus, the Q logo, the Q Quantum logo, Q-Cloud, Quantum (and the Q brackets design), the Quantum logo, Quantum Be Certain...
  • Page 3 Titan RAID controller, only). Refer to the NetApp to Quantum Naming Decoder section for additional information. This section provides the following information: • Audience • Prerequisites • NetApp to Quantum Naming Decoder • Product Safety Statements • Contacts • Comments • Quantum Global Services Audience This manual is intended for storage customers and technicians.

  • Page 4: Netapp To Quantum Naming Decoder

    Product Quantum-Storage Description Controller-Drive Tray Base System Quantum uses Base System when referring to a drive tray with the RAID controllers. Drive Tray Expansion Unit Quantum uses Expansion Unit when referring to a drive tray with the environmental services modules (ESMs).
  • Page 5 Preface E-Series NetApp Product Quantum-Storage Description E5560 or E5660 Quantum StorNext QD7000 (DE6600 4U drive enclosure with E5500 or E5600 RAID controllers) E5460 Quantum StorNext QD6000 (DE6600 4U drive enclosure with E5400 RAID controllers) E5424 Quantum StorNext QS2400 (DE5600 24-drive 2U...
  • Page 6 Preface Product Safety Quantum will not be held liable for damage arising from unauthorized Statements use of the product. The user assumes all risk in this aspect. This unit is engineered and manufactured to meet all safety and regulatory requirements. Be aware that improper use may result in bodily injury, damage to the equipment, or interference with other equipment.
  • Page 7 Preface Contacts For information about contacting Quantum, including Quantum office locations, go to: http://www.quantum.com/aboutus/contactus/index.aspx Comments To provide comments or feedback about this document, or about other Quantum technical publications, send e-mail to: doc-comments@quantum.com Changing Host Protocol in Base System...

  • Page 8: Quantum Global Services

    Online Service accounts are free from Quantum. That account can also be used to access Quantum’s Knowledge Base, a comprehensive repository of product support information. Get started at: http://www.quantum.com/customercenter/ For further assistance, or if training is desired, contact the Quantum Customer Support Center: North America 1-800-284-5101 (toll free) +1-720-249-5700...
  • Page 9 E-Series and EF-Series Changing the Host Protocol in the E5600 or EF560 by Replacing Hardware Components When you change the host protocol of an E5612, E5624, or E5660 storage array or an EF560 flash array by replacing hardware components, you must power off the storage array or flash array, remove hardware, install new hardware, and reapply power. Before starting the procedure, be aware of the following: •...
  • Page 10 Understanding the options for changing the host protocol Review the options for changing the host protocol in an E5600 storage array or an EF560 flash array to confirm that you are following the correct steps. The following figure provides a high-level overview of the options for changing the host protocol of an E5600 storage array or an EF560 flash array.
  • Page 11 2. Perform a software feature pack conversion to convert the IB protocol from iSER to SRP. Related information Converting a Fibre Channel Host Interface Card to iSCSI Converting an iSCSI Host Interface Card to Fibre Channel Converting a Fibre Channel Host Interface Card to Fibre Channel-iSCSI Split Mode Converting an iSCSI Host Interface Card to Fibre Channel-iSCSI Split Mode Converting a Host Interface Card from Fibre Channel-iSCSI Split Mode to Fibre Channel Converting a Host Interface Card from Fibre Channel-iSCSI Split Mode to iSCSI...
  • Page 12 Table 1: Hardware upgrades from Fibre Channel, iSCSI, or FC-iSCSI Starting Ending Procedure overview For detailed instructions protocol protocol FC, iSCSI Hardware upgrade Complete the steps in or FC- Determining the 1. Check the Replacement Part Number in SANtricity Storage Replacement Part iSCSI split Manager.
  • Page 13 Table 2: Hardware upgrades from SAS Starting Ending Procedure overview For detailed instructions protocol protocol IB-iSER HIC upgrade Follow the instructions in this document. 1. Remove the SAS HICs. 2. Install new IB HICs. IB-SRP HIC upgrade and conversion Follow the instructions in this document, and then 1.
  • Page 14 Table 3: Hardware upgrades from IB Starting Ending Procedure overview For detailed instructions protocol protocol IB (iSER HIC upgrade Follow the instructions in or SRP) this document. 1. Remove the IB HICs. 2. Install new SAS HICs. HIC upgrade Follow the instructions in this document.

  • Page 15: Cabling Considerations

    Managing Synchronous Mirroring The Synchronous Mirroring feature (also referred to as RVM) is supported only for Fibre Channel. About this task If you are currently using Synchronous Mirroring and want to change from Fibre Channel to any other protocol, you must delete any synchronous mirrored pairs and deactivate any synchronous mirroring relationships.
  • Page 16 Cable Data rate and Number of Connector Type Length protocol connectors 16 Gbps Fibre SFP+ OM2 SW optical 2, 3, 5, 10, Channel SFP+ OM3 SW optical 50-150m SFP+ OS2 LW optical 50-300m 12 Gbps SAS MiniSAS-HD Passive copper 1-5m MiniSAS-HD Active copper 8-15m...
  • Page 17 Gathering support data can temporarily impact performance on your storage array. Note: 2. Ensure that no I/O operations are occurring between the storage array and all connected hosts. For example, you can perform these steps: • Stop all processes that involve the LUNs mapped from the storage to the hosts. •...

  • Page 18: Powering Down

    The command syntax is verified, and the command is executed. 8. Record the chassis serial number for your storage array, as follows: Note: You must have this number to send an upgrade notification to NetApp technical support indicating that you have changed the configuration.
  • Page 19 • If you are using the Drive Security feature and you are replacing the controller canisters, you must have saved the drive security key. Steps 1. Turn off both power switches on the controller-drive tray. 2. Wait for all LEDs on the controller-drive tray to go dark. 3.
  • Page 20 Removing a controller canister from an E5612, E5624, or EF560 tray 51011-02 Release handles Controller canister Changing the Host Protocol in the E5600 or EF560 by Replacing Hardware Components...
  • Page 21 Removing a controller canister from an E5660 controller-drive tray Release handles Controller canister 5. Set the controller canister on a flat, static-free surface. 6. Repeat these steps to remove controller B. 7. Determine if you need to remove the batteries as follows: •...
  • Page 22 a. Press down on both of the top-cover latch buttons, and slide the top cover off the controller canister. b. Release the tab that secures the battery to the controller canister. 56000-00 Top-cover latch buttons Battery Locking tab c. Remove the battery by sliding it towards the rear of the controller canister. d.
  • Page 23 Removing the HICs (if upgrading only the HICs) If you are upgrading the HICs (instead of replacing the controller canisters), you must remove the HICs from both controller canisters before you can upgrade the host protocol. Before you begin You must have an ESD wristband or have taken other antistatic precautions. Steps 1.
  • Page 24 Top-cover latch buttons Top cover Thumbscrews Host interface card Faceplate Faceplate screws 5. Place the HIC in an antistatic bag. 6. Repeat these steps to remove the HIC from controller B. Installing the new HICs (if upgrading only the HICs) After removing the original HICs, you can install the new HICs and the new HIC faceplates.

  • Page 25: Reconnecting The Cables

    Replacing the controller canisters You must replace the controller canisters before you can reconnect cables to the controller and HICs. Steps 1. Reinstall the top cover on controller A by sliding it forward until the top cover latch buttons click. 2.
  • Page 26 If an amber LED is on, there is a problem with a component. Use SANtricity Storage Manager to help resolve the Note: problem. 6. Depending on the type of hardware upgrade you performed, do one of the following: • If you replaced only the HICs, go to After upgrading the hardware on page 18.
  • Page 27 SANtricity Storage Manager 11.25 Express Guide for VMware and Fibre Channel SANtricity Storage Manager 11.25 Express Guide for Windows and Fibre Channel SANtricity Storage Manager 11.25 Express Guide for Linux and InfiniBand SANtricity Storage Manager 11.25 Express Guide for Linux and SAS SANtricity Storage Manager 11.25 Express Guide for VMware and SAS SANtricity Storage Manager 11.25 Express Guide for Windows and SAS SANtricity Storage Manager 11.25 Express Guide for Linux and iSCSI...

  • Page 28: Copyright Information

    number is <FRU part number>. Verify the configuration before ordering replacement controllers and notify dispatch that the system has been upgraded." 6. Click Submit. Copyright information © Copyright 1994–2016 NetApp, Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in the U.S. No part of this document covered by copyright may be reproduced in any form or by any means—graphic, electronic, or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, taping, or storage in an electronic retrieval system—without prior written permission of the copyright owner.

  • Page 29: How To Send Comments About Documentation And Receive Update Notifications

    How to send comments about documentation and receive update notifications You can help us to improve the quality of our documentation by sending us your feedback. You can receive automatic notification when production-level (GA/FCS) documentation is initially released or important changes are made to existing production-level documents.

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