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- Page 1 TrueNAS F-Series User Manual ® v.23121...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
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Page 3: Introduction
1 Introduction The TrueNAS F-Series is a 2U, 24-bay, High-Availability storage array with redundant power supplies� Your system comes with the TrueNAS SCALE operating system preloaded� Review the safety considerations and requirements before interacting with the F-Series� Drive Slots PSU 1 Controller 1 Controller 2 PSU 2... -
Page 4: Safety
Warning - PPE Wear proper PPE, like anti-static wrist straps and smocks before touching any sensitive equipment inside the chassis� If you are unsure how to properly replace any parts, contact iXsystems Support� 2.4 Handling the System Hold the system from the sides or bottom whenever possible� Always be mindful of loose cabling or connectors, and avoid pinching or bumping these elements�... -
Page 5: Specifications
3 Specifications 3.1 Enclosure Drive Count 24 2�5” NVMe SSD Cooling Fans 5 plus one 1 redundant Power Supplies Storage Controllers Dimensions (H x W x L) 3�43” x 17�2” x 27�44” 87mm x 438mm x 697mm Net Weight (Fully Loaded) 58�7 lbs 26�7 kg Operating Temperature... -
Page 6: Buttons, Ports, And Indicators
6 Buttons, Ports, and Indicators 6.1 Front Indicators Light Color and Indication Blue (Solid): Locate ID Active Amber (Solid): Component Fault Green (Solid): Component Ready 6.2 Drive Indicators Light Color and Indication Left LED Blue (Flashing): Locate ID Active Right LED Green (Flashing): Drive Activity Right LED Amber (Solid): Drive Fault... -
Page 7: 6�3 Rear Buttons, Ports, And Indicators
6.3 Rear Buttons, Ports, and Indicators Power TrueNAS Management (Top) Micro Supply 3.1 x2 OOBM (Bottom) HDMI Light / Button Color and Indication Blue (Solid): Locate ID active / Blue (Flashing): Service Allowed Amber (Flashing): Controller Fault Green (Solid): Controller Ready Powers the system on/off Resets the system�... -
Page 8: Racking Procedure
7 Racking Procedure 7.1 Remove Chassis Rail from Rack Rail The rail kit separates into two pieces, the inner chassis rail and the outer rack rail� Slide the inner chassis rail out of the rack rail until it stops, then pull the white tab and remove the chassis rail� Chassis Rail Rack Rail Page 6... - Page 9 7.2 Install the Chassis Rail on the System Fit the rail keyholes over the mounting pegs on the system and slide the rail toward the back of the system until it locks. Use a low-profile M4x4 screw to secure the rail to the chassis. Repeat the process for the second chassis rail. Page 7 v.
- Page 10 7.3 Install the Rack Rail in the Rack Tip - Rack Spacing To ease field servicing, we recommend you avoid installing the F-Series between two other systems if possible. Place the rail in the rack with the front end towards the front of the rack� Align the rear pins with the rear rack mounting holes in the bottom 2U of reserved rack space�...
- Page 11 7.4 Install the System in the Rack Team-lift the system and align the chassis rails with the rack rails� Slide the ends of the chassis rails into the rack rails and push the system into the rack until the metal safeties click and lock� Pull the blue release tabs towards the front of the system and finish pushing the system into the rack.
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Page 12: 7�5 Install The Cable Management Arm (Cma)
7.5 Install the Cable Management Arm (CMA) Starting with the left side, push the post onto the left bracket� On the right side, push the inner post onto the inner bracket, then push the outer post onto the outer bracket� The CMA posts click and lock when installed correctly� 8 Install Cables Open the black baskets on the CMA and route all the wires for both controllers�... -
Page 13: 8�1 Nic Cabling
Connect ethernet network cables from your local switch or management network to the OOBM and network ports on both controllers� Next, connect a monitor to one of the Micro HDMI ports using the VGA adapter, then connect a keyboard to a USB port on the same controller�... -
Page 14: Unracking Procedure
9 Unracking Procedure Unplug all PSU, networking, and display cables, then open the baskets on the CMA and remove all the cables� If you plan to re-install the system in the rack, be sure to label the cables so you can easily cable the system again� 9.1 Remove the CMA Starting with the right side, push the blue release on the outer post and pull the post off the bracket, then do the same for the inner post�... - Page 15 9.2 Uninstall the System from the Rack Loosen the thumbscrews on the each system ear and pull the system out of the rack until it stops� Pull the white security tab on each chassis rail, then finish sliding the system out and team lift it out of the rack. Page 13 v.
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Page 16: 9�3 Remove The Rack Rails
9.3 Remove the Rack Rails At the back of one of the rails, remove the M5 screw, then swing the gray latch handle open and slide the end of the rail off the rack. At the front of the rail, push the latch away from the rack and guide the rail pins out of the rack mounting holes� Repeat the process for the second rack rail�... -
Page 17: Drive Replacement
10 Drive Replacement 10.1 Remove Drive Tray To remove a drive tray, push the button on the bottom end of the tray to release the locking arm� Gently open the arm until it stops, then pull the tray out from the system� Page 15 v. -
Page 18: 10�2 Remove A Drive From A Tray
10.2 Remove a Drive From a Tray Uninstall both SSD screws securing the drive to the tray, then gently lift the drive out of the tray screw-side first. 10.2.1 Removing Air Baffles to Replace with Drives If you are replacing an air baffle with a new drive, uninstall both SSD screws securing the baffle to the tray, then gently lift the baffle out of the tray screw-side first. -
Page 19: 10�4 Install A Drive Tray In The System
10.4 Install a Drive Tray in the System To remove a drive tray, push the button on the bottom end of the tray to release the locking arm� Gently open the arm until it stops, then pull the tray out from the system� Page 17 v. -
Page 20: Bmc Credentials
11 BMC Credentials 11.1 Default Password The California Senate Bill 327 (SB 327) compliant default password for each baseboard management controller (BMC) can be found in your welcome email or the password stickers on each controller at the rear of the unit� 11.2 Changing BMC Password Note - Browser We recommend using the Firefox web browser to access the BMC web interface�... -
Page 21: Additional Resources
Additional hardware guides and articles are in the Documentation Hub’s Hardware section: https://www�truenas�com/docs/hardware The TrueNAS Community forums provide opportunities to interact with other TrueNAS users and discuss their configurations: https://www�truenas�com/community 13 Contacting iXsystems Having issues? Please contact iX Support to ensure a smooth resolution� Contact Method Contact Options https://support�ixsystems�com Email support@iXsystems�com...
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