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Quantum DXi4700 Upgrade Manual

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Introduction
Preparing for the Capacity Upgrade
Capacity Upgrade Overview
Determining the DXi4700 Model
Unpacking the Upgrade Components
Shutting Down the System
Installing Components in the Node
6-68107-03 Rev C, December 2016
Quantum DXi4700 Capacity
Software Upgrades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Checking System Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Gathering Necessary Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Taking ESD Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Capacity Upgrade Major Steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Unpacking the Additional Node Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Unpacking the DXi4700 Expansion Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Installing the Node Hard Drives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Opening the Node Cover. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Installing the Memory Modules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Installing the H810/H830 RAID Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Closing the Node Cover. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Unpacking the Additional Node Components ......9 Unpacking the DXi4700 Expansion Module ......10...
  • Page 2 Locating the Mounting Position ........29 Installing the DXi4700 Expansion Module......29...
  • Page 3 December 2016 Introduction This document provides instructions for upgrading the storage capacity of a Quantum DXi4700 disk backup system. There are two methods for upgrading storage capacity: • Adding a Storage Capacity License - Upgrade the usable capacity of the system by adding license keys (6TB, 8TB, and 18TB) to enable hardware capacity that is already installed in the system.
  • Page 4 Quantum Products System, Safety, and Regulatory Information Guide that shipped with your system. The guide is also available http://quantum.com/cssp Before you begin the DXi4700 storage capacity upgrade, make the following preparations: • Software Upgrades •...

  • Page 5: Software Upgrades

    Tools • Small flat head screwdriver Taking ESD Precautions Some components within the DXi4700 system contain static-sensitive parts. To avoid damaging these parts while performing installation procedures, always observe the following precautions: • Keep static-sensitive parts in their original shipping containers until ready for installation.

  • Page 6: Capacity Upgrade Major Steps

    6-68107-03 Rev C December 2016 Capacity Upgrade Overview To upgrade the usable capacity of the DXi4700 by enabling hardware capacity that is already installed in the system, simply enter the storage capacity license keys (6TB, 8TB, and 18TB). Skip directly to Installing the Storage Capacity License on page 38.
  • Page 7 Determining the DXi4700 Model Before starting a capacity upgrade, you will need to determine if the DXi system is a DXi4700 G1 or DXi4700 G2. The DXi4700 model information is located on the pull-out information tag on the front of the Node (see Figure 1).
  • Page 8 Quantum DXi4700 Capacity Upgrade Guide 6-68107-03 Rev C December 2016 Figure 1 DXi4700 Information Pull out information tag to view system part number Figure 2 DXi4700 G2 Information Tag Figure 3 DXi4700 G1 Information Tag Determining the DXi4700 Model...

  • Page 9: Unpacking The Additional Node Components

    The packaging materials must be used if the system is relocated. WARNING: The DXi4700 G1 Node and Expansion module (JBOD) weigh 61.0 pounds (27.7 kg) and 62.6 pounds (28.4 kg) respectively. The DXi4700 G2 Node and Expansion module (JBOD) weigh 49.4 pounds (22.4 kg) and 59.2 pounds (26.8 kg) respectively.

  • Page 10: Unpacking The Dxi4700 Expansion Module

    Expansion Module separate boxes (see Capacity Upgrade Overview on page 6). The box containing each DXi4700 Expansion module contains the following items: • Rack mount rails • Cable management straps • Accessory kit, which includes the following: • C13 to C14 power cord (2) •...
  • Page 11 Quantum DXi4700 Capacity Upgrade Guide 6-68107-03 Rev C December 2016 Figure 5 Unpacking the DXi4700 Expansion Module Bezel (key taped to back) Rack mount rails Accessory kit Foam Expansion module (JBOD) Unpacking the Upgrade Components...
  • Page 12 December 2016 Shutting Down the System To shut down the system: Caution: Before shutting down the DXi4700, make sure that all backup and replication jobs are finished, and that space reclamation activity is complete. 1 In the remote management console, navigate to the Utilities > Reboot &...

  • Page 13: Installing The Node Hard Drives

    Quantum DXi4700 Capacity Upgrade Guide 6-68107-03 Rev C December 2016 Installing Components in the Node Depending on the upgrade, you may need to install additional components in the DXi4700 Node (see Capacity Upgrade Overview on page 6). To install the additional Node components, see the following sections: •...
  • Page 14 HDD Slot 5 HDD Slot 8 HDD Slot 11 To install the additional hard drives in the DXi4700 Node: Caution: Use appropriate ESD precautions, including the use of a grounding strap, when performing this procedure. 1 Remove the hard drive blank from each hard drive slot (slots 6–11):...

  • Page 15: Opening The Node Cover

    Close the drive carrier handle to lock the drive in place. Opening the Node To remove the DXi4700 Node from the rack and remove the top cover: Cover WARNING: Opening or removing the system cover when the system is on may expose you to a risk of electric shock.
  • Page 16 6 Lift the Node up and away from the rack and place it on a flat, stable surface. WARNING: The DXi4700 G1 Node and Expansion module (JBOD) weigh 61.0 pounds (27.7 kg) and 62.6 pounds (28.4 kg) respectively. The DXi4700 G2 Node and Expansion module (JBOD) weigh 49.4 pounds (22.4 kg) and 59.2 pounds (26.8 kg) respectively.
  • Page 17 Quantum DXi4700 Capacity Upgrade Guide 6-68107-03 Rev C December 2016 Figure 12 Node Power Button System Node (Front) Power Button 8 On the Node cover, rotate the latch release lock counterclockwise to the unlocked position (see Figure 13). Figure 13 Removing the Node...
  • Page 18 Installing the Cooling Fan Cooling fans Blue release levers Cooling fan connectors Guide pins 13 Lift the cooling-fan assembly out of the Node. Figure 16 illustrates the interior of the DXi4700 Node with the cover removed. Installing Components in the Node...

  • Page 19: Installing The Memory Modules

    - Optional X520 10GbE Network Memory modules Card (DXi4700 G1) Expansion card riser 1 - Optional X520 10 GbE Network Card (DXi4700 G1) Installing the Memory The Node has 24 memory sockets divided into 2 sets (A and B) of 12 slots each. Modules Each set (A or B) is dedicated to one CPU.
  • Page 20 Quantum DXi4700 Capacity Upgrade Guide 6-68107-03 Rev C December 2016 Table 4 DXi470 Memory DXi4700 Total System Configurations Capacity Memory Populated Memory Sockets 5 TB 32 GB • A1–A4 and B1–B4 ( white sockets) 11 TB 19 TB 27 TB...
  • Page 21 Quantum DXi4700 Capacity Upgrade Guide 6-68107-03 Rev C December 2016 Figure 17 Node Memory Module Locations White sockets - 8 memory modules are pre-installed at the factory for all configurations Black sockets - Install 8 memory modules for 45 TB, 63 TB, 81 TB, 99 TB, 117 TB, and 135 TB configurations...
  • Page 22 Quantum DXi4700 Capacity Upgrade Guide 6-68107-03 Rev C December 2016 To install the memory modules in the DXi4700 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 23: Installing The H810/H830 Raid Controller

    Installing the H810/ The PERC H810 RAID controller (DXi4700 G1) or PERC H830 RAID controller H830 RAID Controller (DXi4700 G2) allows you to connect up to three Expansion modules to the DXi4700 Node (see Table 5). If required for the upgrade, install the H810/H30...
  • Page 24 Controller Card Location PCIe Slot 6 H830 RAID controller card (DXi4700 G2) To install the H810 or H830 RAID controller card in the DXi4700 Node: Caution: Use appropriate ESD precautions, including the use of a grounding strap, when performing this procedure.

  • Page 25: Closing The Node Cover

    5 Push the expansion card latch down to lock the H810 or H830 card in place. Closing the Node Cover To close the DXi4700 Node cover: 1 Lift the latch on the cover (see Figure 23).
  • Page 26 Quantum DXi4700 Capacity Upgrade Guide 6-68107-03 Rev C December 2016 Figure 23 Replacing the Node Latch Latch release lock Cover Node cover 2 Place the cover onto the Node chassis and offset the cover slightly back so that it clears the chassis hooks and lays flush on the chassis.
  • Page 27 Quantum DXi4700 Capacity Upgrade Guide 6-68107-03 Rev C December 2016 Figure 24 Installing the DXi4700 Node in the Rack Rear rail standoffs Rear rail J-slots Slide-release lock button Inner slide rails Front of Node Lock lever 6 Locate the rear rail standoff on each side of the Node and lower them into the rear J-slots on the slide assemblies.
  • Page 28 (see Figure 25). • Make sure to leave enough space below the lowest installed component for future system expansion. The DXi4700 can be expanded to a maximum configuration requiring 8U of rack space (see Table Figure 25 Component Rack...
  • Page 29 6-68107-03 Rev C December 2016 Locating the Mounting The DXi4700 system is designed to fit in a standard 19 inch (48.3 cm) wide rack. Position It is important for the chassis installation to locate the hole pattern in the rack rails.
  • Page 30 Latch release button Installing the DXi4700 Expansion Module WARNING: A minimum of two people are required to lift the DXi4700 Expansion module chassis. To lift the chassis, use the slots in the packing foam to place your hands under the sides of the chassis.
  • Page 31 Quantum DXi4700 Capacity Upgrade Guide 6-68107-03 Rev C December 2016 Follow these steps to install the DXi4700 Expansion module: 1 Align the Expansion module with the rails, and then slide the Expansion module into the rack (see Figure 28). 2 Tighten the thumbscrews on each side of the Expansion module’s front panel.
  • Page 32 Table 7 Figure 30). Caution: On DXi4700 G2 models, the SAS cable locking tabs may hit the chassis when pushed straight into the connector. Move the cable left and right, up and down to ensure that the cable successfully locks into place. Gently pull the connector to confirm that the cable is locked.
  • Page 33 3 If the DXi4700 is configured with an optional additional Ethernet adapter (10 GbE or 10 GBase-T), connect the appropriate cable type: • Dual 10 GbE (SFP+) Option (DXi4700 G1) - Connect up to two 10 GbE cables (optical or Twinax) to the optional 10 GbE ports (4 and 5) (see Figure 31).
  • Page 34 Quantum DXi4700 Capacity Upgrade Guide 6-68107-03 Rev C December 2016 Figure 29 DXi4700 G1 SAS Cabling System Node (Rear) JBOD 1 (Rear) JBOD 2 (Rear) JBOD 3 (Rear) Cabling the System...
  • Page 35 Quantum DXi4700 Capacity Upgrade Guide 6-68107-03 Rev C December 2016 Figure 30 DXi4700 G2 SAS Cabling System Node (Rear) JBOD 1 (Rear) 12G-SAS-4 12G-SAS-4 JBOD 2 (Rear) 12G-SAS-4 12G-SAS-4 JBOD 3 (Rear) 12G-SAS-4 12G-SAS-4 Figure 31 DXi4700 G1 Optional 10 GbE Ethernet...
  • Page 36 Quantum DXi4700 Capacity Upgrade Guide 6-68107-03 Rev C December 2016 Figure 32 DXi4700 G2 Optional 10 GbE Ethernet Cabling System Node (Rear) To Optional 10 GbE Network iDRAC Port Service Port To 1 GbE Network (not for customer use) (not for customer use)
  • Page 37 AC Source AC Source Turning On the System To turn on the system: 1 Turn on the DXi4700 system components in the following order: a Turn on both power switches on the back of each Expansion module (see Figure 36). Wait 30 seconds for the Expansion modules to initialize.
  • Page 38 Quantum DXi4700 Capacity Upgrade Guide 6-68107-03 Rev C December 2016 Figure 36 Expansion Module Expansion module Power Switches Power switches b Press the power button on the front of the Node (see Figure 37). Wait for the system to boot before continuing with the procedure. (This can take up to 30 minutes.)
  • Page 39 Quantum DXi4700 Capacity Upgrade Guide 6-68107-03 Rev C December 2016 a In one browser, navigate to the Utilities > License Keys page in the DXi remote management console (see Figure 38). Note that the system serial number displays directly above the New Key box.
  • Page 40 Verify that the licensed capacity equals the expected total storage capacity of the system. Note: After installation, the DXi4700 performs background initialization of all new storage arrays. This process takes several days. You can use the DXi4700 normally during this time. To monitor the progress of background initialization, navigate to Status >...
  • Page 41 December 2016 Figure 40 License Details Click license link to display License Details below Verify licensed capacity Troubleshooting If you encounter problems while upgrading the DXi4700, see Table 8 troubleshooting steps. Table 8 DXi4700 Capacity Problem Corrective Action Upgrade Troubleshooting...
  • Page 42 Quantum DXi4700 Capacity Upgrade Guide 6-68107-03 Rev C December 2016 Problem Corrective Action The Home page does not Make sure the storage capacity license is display the expected total installed (see Installing the Storage Capacity Disk Capacity. License on page 38).

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