Spectra nTier500 Quick Reference Manual
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- Page 1 Spectra nTier500 Upgrading Memory SpectraLogic.com...
- Page 2 Copyright Copyright © 2011 Spectra Logic Corporation. All rights reserved. This item and the information contained herein are the property of Spectra Logic Corporation. Notices Except as expressly stated herein, Spectra Logic Corporation makes its products and associated documentation on an “AS IS” BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, BOTH OF WHICH ARE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED. In no event shall Spectra Logic be liable for any loss of profits, loss of business, loss of use or data, interruption of business, or for indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages of any kind, even if Spectra Logic has been advised of the possibility of such damages arising from any defect or error. Information furnished in this manual is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed by Spectra Logic for its use. Due to continuing research and development, Spectra Logic may revise this publication from time to time without notice, and reserves the right to change any product specification at any time without notice. Part Number 90990066 Revision A Revision History Revision Date Description May 2011 Initial release for nTier500 May 2011 Upgrading Memory—Spectra nTier500...
- Page 3 Contacting Spectra Logic To obtain general information Spectra Logic Web Site: www.spectralogic.com United States Headquarters European Office Spectra Logic Corporation Spectra Logic Europe Ltd. 6285 Lookout Road Magdalen Centre Boulder, CO 80301 Robert Robinson Avenue Oxford Science Park OXFORD Phone: 1.800.833.1132 or 1.303.449.6400 OX4 4GA International: 1.303.449.6400 United Kingdom Fax: 1.303.939.8844 Phone: 44 (0) 870.112.2150 Fax: 44 (0) 870.112.2175 Spectra Logic Technical Support Technical Support Portal: support.spectralogic.com...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
............EFORE EGIN Estimated Time Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Materials and Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Prepare the Work Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Shut Down the nTier500 Appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 nTier500 Backup and Archive Appliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 nTier500 Deduplication Appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Disconnect the Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Remove the Front Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Remove the nTier500 from the Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Remove the Chassis Cover ... -
Page 5: I F You Need Assistance
Upgrading Memory ® These instructions describe upgrading the memory in the Spectra ™ nTier500 Backup and Archive appliance or the nTier500 V160 Deduplication appliance. These instructions refer to both appliances as the nTier500. The base memory in the nTier500 is 8 GB. The base memory can be upgraded to either 16 GB or 32 GB using 4 GB DIMMS (memory modules). Notes: The memory upgrade is only applicable to nTier500 Backup and Archive appliances using the 64‐bit Windows operating system. The maximum memory for a 32‐bit Windows operating system appliance is 4GB. The memory upgrade kit contains two 4 GB memory modules. The memory upgrade may require multiple memory upgrade kits. If your nTier500 contains memory modules smaller than 4 GB (for example,1 GB or 2 GB), you must replace all of the existing modules with 4 GB memory modules when you upgrade. Mixed memory modules and total memory amounts other than 8, 16, or 32 GB are not supported. SSISTANCE If you need assistance with any part of this procedure, contact Spectra Logic Technical Support (see Contacting Spectra Logic on page 3). EFORE EGIN Before beginning this replacement procedure, make sure that you address the requirements in the following sections. Estimated Time Required Installing the memory modules takes about 30 minutes. You must shut down and power off the nTier500 before starting the replacement procedure. -
Page 6: Materials And Tools
#2 Phillips screwdriver, magnetic if available Keys for the locks on the front cover, if installed A grounded static protection wristband Recommended An anti‐static mat Prepare the Work Area Ensure that the environment is free of conditions that could cause electrostatic discharge (ESD) — If possible, use an anti‐static mat and a grounded static protection wristband during installation. If a mat and wristband are not available, touch a known grounded surface, such as the nTier500’s metal chassis. Put on the anti‐static wristband and ground the strip. Leave the wristband on throughout the replacement procedure. Shut Down the nTier500 Appliance The shut down method you use depends on whether you have an nTier500 Backup and Archive appliance or an nTier500 Deduplication appliance. nTier500 Backup and Archive Appliance on this page. nTier500 Deduplication Appliance on page 7. nTier500 Backup and Archive Appliance Use the following steps to access the Windows desktop and shut down the system. Refer to the Spectra nTier500 Backup and Archive Appliance User Guide for detailed instructions. 1. Use your application software to stop all data transfer to and from the nTier500. 2. Connect to the Windows desktop either using a keyboard and mouse connected to the nTier500 or through the Remote Desktop application on another Windows‐based computer on an active network that has ... -
Page 7: Ntier500 Deduplication Appliance
Restarting or shutting down the VTL server will detach all virtual devices, breaking Caution the connection from the client backup servers to their virtual tape resources. To avoid data loss, stop all I/O to the virtual libraries and tapes before restarting or shutting down the nTier500. 2. Launch the VTL Console if it is not already running and connect the nTier500. The default user name is root, the default password is spectra. -
Page 8: Disconnect The Cables
(4) Figure 1 Disconnect the cables from the back panel. 1. Disconnect the power cords from each of the three power supply connectors on the back panel. 2. Disconnect the cables from their respective connectors on the back panel. The types of interface connectors present depend on your Notes: configuration. To simplify reconnecting the cables to the correct locations, label each cable before disconnecting it. Remove the Front Cover 1. If the front cover is installed, insert a key into the lock on each side of the cover. Turn both keys until they are in the vertical position to unlock the cover. 2. Carefully pull the cover straight out from the chassis to remove it. Set the cover aside. May 2011 Upgrading Memory—Spectra nTier500... -
Page 9: Remove The Ntier500 From The Rack
2. Grasp the handles on each side of the chassis and slide it out of the rack until it reaches the stops. The nTier500 is very heavy, especially with drives installed. Always use two people, Warning one on each side, when lifting or moving it. Most of the weight is toward the front. Warnung: Die nTier500 ist sehr schwer, vor allem mit Laufwerken installiert werden. -
Page 10: Remove The Chassis Cover
Upgrading Memory Before You Begin... Remove the Chassis Cover 1. Use a #2 Phillips screwdriver to remove the single screw that secures the cover to each side of the chassis. The screws are located toward the front of the chassis. Screw Figure 4 Remove the screws securing the top cover to the chassis. 2. Slide the cover toward the back of the chassis to disengage the locking tabs. 3. Lift the cover up and off the chassis and set it aside. May 2011 Upgrading Memory—Spectra nTier500... -
Page 11: Installing Or Replacing The Memory Modules
The connectors alternate blue and black. Note: Memory module connectors (blue) (black) Rear of chassis Figure 5 Memory module connectors in the nTier500. 2. Connect an anti‐static wristband to an unpainted metallic surface such as the chassis. The memory modules are extremely sensitive to electrostatic discharge and can be Caution permanently damaged if improperly handled. May 2011... - Page 12 Figure 6 Removing a memory module. b. Touching only the edges, lift the memory module out of the nTier500 and place it in an anti‐static bag. Caution Avoid touching the circuitry or the components on the memory module card. c. Repeat Step a and Step b to remove all of the existing memory modules. 4. Memory modules must be populated in the order A1, B1, C1, and D1, then A2, B2, C2, and D2 (see Figure 5 on page 11). Touching only the edges of the new memory module, align the new module with the empty connector. The edge connector on the memory module is keyed and only Note: fits into the slot one way. Do not force the module into the slot. 5. Press down firmly on the top edge of the memory module to seat it into the connector. May 2011 Upgrading Memory—Spectra nTier500...
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Page 13: Completing The Procedure
Upgrading Memory Completing the Procedure When the module is correctly seated, the white release tabs on each side of the connector lock into the notches in each end of the memory module. 6. Repeat Step 4 through Step 5 to install the remaining memory modules. OMPLETING THE ROCEDURE After you install the memory modules, complete the procedure as described in the following sections. Replace the Chassis Cover 1. Align the five tabs on the bottom edges of the cover with the corresponding slots in the top edge of the chassis. Fit the tabs into the slots. 2. With one hand pressing down on the front edge of the cover, use the other hand to push the cover forward until the forward edge fits under the lip on the front of the chassis. Cover Slot Figure 7 Push the chassis cover forward. May 2011 Upgrading Memory—Spectra nTier500... -
Page 14: Reinstall The Ntier500 Into The Rack
The nTier500 is very heavy, especially with drives installed. Always use two people, Warning one on each side, when lifting or moving it. Most of the weight is toward the front. Warnung: Die nTier500 ist sehr schwer, vor allem mit Laufwerken installiert werden. -
Page 15: Reconnect The Cables And Power-Up
1 port 2 (if present) (1 or 2) Power supply connectors Fibre Channel SCSI Monitor connectors connectors connector ports (4) Figure 11 Connect the cables from the back panel. 1. Reconnect any cables you disconnected in Step 2 on page 8 to their respective connectors on the back panel of the nTier500. Make sure that you reconnect the cables to the same connectors. May 2011 Upgrading Memory—Spectra nTier500... -
Page 16: Confirm That The Upgrade Was Successful
Upgrading Memory Completing the Procedure 2. Use a stylus or other similar non‐conductive object to press the recessed power button on the front panel until the button’s LED illuminates. Note: You can power on the original nTier500 either before or after installing the front cover. Power button Older nTier500 Backup and Recovery New nTier500 Figure 12 Press the power button. 3. Wait for the nTier500 to complete its power‐on sequence. Confirm That the Upgrade Was Successful 1. Use the BlueScale web interface to confirm that all components are functioning properly. a. Open a web browser on a computer connected to the same network as the nTier500. -
Page 17: Install The Front Cover
2. Examine the back of the cover. Using the keys, position the locking tabs on each end so they are in the unlocked position. Locking tab in unlocked position Cavity for the handle on front of chassis Figure 13 Set the locking tab to the unlocked position. 3. Install the front cover. If the front cover does not have an operator panel: a. While holding the keys in place, orient the cover so that the chassis handles fit into the cavities on each side of the cover (see Figure 13 on page 17). b. Push in on both keys and turn them to the horizontal (locked) position to secure the cover to the chassis. May 2011 Upgrading Memory—Spectra nTier500... - Page 18 PC card Figure 14 Attach the front cover. b. Gently press the cover onto the chassis so that it fits over the PC card extending from the front of the chassis and the chassis handles fit into the cavities on each side of the bezel. Make sure that the PC card on the back of the cover engages the connector on the front of the chassis. Caution Be careful not to bump or bend the PC card extending from the front of the chassis. c. Push in on each key and turn it to the horizontal (locked) position to secure the cover to the chassis. May 2011 Upgrading Memory—Spectra nTier500...
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