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XCubeFAS 3126
Hardware Manual
May 2023
Advanced Computer & Network Corp.
5001 Baum Blvd., Ste 680
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
jetstor.com
support@acnc.com

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  • Page 1 XCubeFAS 3126 Hardware Manual May 2023 Advanced Computer & Network Corp. 5001 Baum Blvd., Ste 680 Pittsburgh, PA 15213 jetstor.com support@acnc.com...

  • Page 2: Announcement

    © document may be reproduced or transmitted without written permission from Advanced Computer & Network Corp. JetStor believes the information in this publication is accurate as of its publication date. The information is subject to change without notice. Trademarks JetStor, the JetStor logo, JetStor.com, XCubeFAS, XCubeSAN, XCubeNXT, XCubeNAS, ▪...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    XCubeFAS 3126 Hardware Manual ABLE OF ONTENTS Announcement ........................... i Notices ............................vi Regulatory Statements ......................vii FCC Statement ......................... vii CE Statement ........................... vii UL Statement ........................... vii Preface ............................. xii About This Manual ........................xii Related Documents ......................... xii Technical Support ........................
  • Page 4 XCubeFAS 3126 Hardware Manual 3.4. Wake-on-LAN (Option) ....................24 3.5. Installing Memory Modules (Option) ................24 Support and Other Resources ..................28 4.1. Getting Technical Support .................... 28 4.2. Documentation Feedback..................... 29 Appendix ..........................30 End-User License Agreement (EULA) ..................30 Announcement ©...
  • Page 5 XCubeFAS 3126 Hardware Manual IGURES Figure 1-1 XF3126 Form Factor ....................... 1 Figure 2-1 System Controls and Indicators ..................3 Figure 2-2 Disk Drive Numbering ....................5 Figure 2-3 Disk Drive Indicators ...................... 6 Figure 2-4 Rear Panel Layout ......................7 Figure 2-5 Controller Module Components ..................
  • Page 6 XCubeFAS 3126 Hardware Manual ABLES Table 2-1 Descriptions of the System Controls and Indicators............4 Table 2-2 Descriptions of the Disk Drive Indicators ................ 6 Table 2-3 Rear Panel Layout ......................7 Table 2-4 Descriptions of the Controller Module Components ............. 8 Table 2-5 Descriptions of Controller LEDs ..................

  • Page 7: Notices

    Information contained in this manual has been reviewed for accuracy. But it could include typographical errors or technical inaccuracies. Changes are made to the document periodically. These changes will be incorporated in new editions of the publication. JetStor may make improvements or changes in the products. All features, functionality, and product specifications are subject to change without prior notice or obligation.

  • Page 8: Regulatory Statements

    XCubeFAS 3126 Hardware Manual EGULATORY TATEMENTS FCC Statement This device has been shown to be in compliance with and was tested in accordance with the measurement procedures specified in the Standards and Specifications listed below. Technical Standard: FCC Part 15 Class A IC ICES-003 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.
  • Page 9 XCubeFAS 3126 Hardware Manual 1. Elevated Operating Ambient - If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater than room ambient. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the equipment in an environment compatible with the maximum ambient temperature (Tma) specified by the manufacturer.
  • Page 10 XCubeFAS 3126 Hardware Manual CAUTION CAUTION: (English) Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by incorrect type. Please replace the same or equivalent type battery use and dispose of used batteries according to the instructions. ATTENTION: (French) IL Y A RISQUE D'EXPLOSION SI LA BATTERIE EST REMPLACEE PAR UNE BATTERIE DE TYPE INCORRECT.
  • Page 11 XCubeFAS 3126 Hardware Manual CAUTION Replacing incorrect type of battery will have the risk of explosion. Please replace the same or equivalent type battery use and dispose of used batteries according to the instructions. CAUTION RESTRICTED ACCESS LOCATION This system is intended for installation only in restricted access locations as defined where both these conditions apply: ...
  • Page 12  Battery Backup Module or super capacitor module (applies for cache-to- flash module): 1-year limited warranty from date of original purchase. For more detail warranty policy, please refer to JetStor official web site: https://www.JetStor.com/warranty © 2023 AC&NC All rights reserved.

  • Page 13: Preface

    REFACE About This Manual This manual provides technical guidance for designing and implementing JetStor XCubeFAS series flash-based array system, and it is intended for use by system administrators, SAN designers, storage consultants, or anyone who has purchased these products and is familiar with servers and computer networks, network administration, storage system installation and configuration, storage area network management, and relevant protocols.

  • Page 14: Technical Support

    XCubeFAS 3126 Hardware Manual Technical Support Do you have any questions or need help trouble-shooting a problem? Please contact JetStor Support, we will reply to you as soon as possible. ▪ Via the Web: https://www.acnc.com/support ▪ Via Email: support@acnc.com Information, Tip, and Caution This manual uses the following symbols to draw attention to important safety and operational information.

  • Page 15: Conventions

    XCubeFAS 3126 Hardware Manual Conventions The following table describes the typographic conventions used in this manual. CONVENTIONS DESCRIPTION Indicates text on a window, other than the window title, including menus, menu options, buttons, fields, and labels. Bold Example: Click the OK button.

  • Page 16: Product Overview

    1.1. Introduction to XCubeFAS Series JetStor XCubeFAS series is a flash-based array system, the system is composed of system hardware and the XEVO operating system, the system hardware is a modular design and FRU (Field Replacement Unit) optimized.

  • Page 17: Hardware Specifications

    XCubeFAS 3126 Hardware Manual 1.2. Hardware Specifications For detailed hardware specifications, please refer to the XF3126 Datasheet which can be downloaded from the website. 1.3. Package Contents For detailed package contents, please refer to the Quick Installation Guide which can be downloaded from the website.

  • Page 18: System Components Overview

    XCubeFAS 3126 Hardware Manual YSTEM OMPONENTS VERVIEW This chapter outlines the key hardware components or modules of the system. After reading this chapter, you will have a basic understanding of each part of the hardware and give you the ability to be able to successfully configure and operate your system.

  • Page 19: Table 2-1 Descriptions Of The System Controls And Indicators

    XCubeFAS 3126 Hardware Manual Table 2-1 Descriptions of the System Controls and Indicators NUMBER DESCRIPTION DEFINITION Power Button  Press the button one time to turn ON the system power and keep pressing for 4 seconds to turn OFF the system power.

  • Page 20: Figure 2-2 Disk Drive Numbering

    XCubeFAS 3126 Hardware Manual degraded, pool failure, SSD cache pool degraded, or SSD cache pool failure.  Off: The system is healthy. USB Port The USB port can be plug in the LCM (LCD Module) 2.1.2. System Disk Drive Numbering The figure below illustrates the disk drive numbers in multiple rows from top to bottom and left to right.

  • Page 21: Figure 2-3 Disk Drive Indicators

    XCubeFAS 3126 Hardware Manual Figure 2-3 Disk Drive Indicators Table 2-2 Descriptions of the Disk Drive Indicators NUMBER DESCRIPTION DEFINITION  Solid Blue: The disk drive is inserted and no data access.  Blinking Blue: The disk drive is accessing Disk Drive Power LED data.

  • Page 22: Rear Panel

    XCubeFAS 3126 Hardware Manual 2.2. Rear Panel In this section, we will describe the name and location of the key components and modules in the rear panel. The following content outlines the detail of the rear panel and components. 2.2.1. Rear Panel Layout Figures and the table below illustrate the system rear panel layout.

  • Page 23: Figure 2-5 Controller Module Components

    XCubeFAS 3126 Hardware Manual 2.2.2. Controller Module The following image and table illustrate each component of a controller module. Figure 2-5 Controller Module Components Table 2-4 Descriptions of the Controller Module Components ITEM NUMBER DESCRIPTION 10 GbE iSCSI Port 1...

  • Page 24: Figure 2-6 Controller Leds

    XCubeFAS 3126 Hardware Manual Console cable (NULL modem cable) connects from console port of the storage system to a RS 232 port on the management PC. The console settings are on the following: Baud rate: 115,200, 8 data bit, no parity, 1 stop bit, and no flow control;...

  • Page 25: Power Supply Units

    XCubeFAS 3126 Hardware Manual  Off: No link detected.  Solid Green: The connection is built and Management Port normal. Connection LED  Off: No connection is built. Management Port  Blinking Amber: Data is being accessed. Access LED ...

  • Page 26: Figure 2-7 Location Of The Power Supply Unit

    XCubeFAS 3126 Hardware Manual Figure 2-7 Location of the Power Supply Unit Table 2-6 Descriptions of the Location of the Power Supply Units ITEM NUMBER DESCRIPTION PSU 1 PSU 2 Please refer to the following for the definition of component and LED behavior.

  • Page 27: Cache-To-Flash Memory Protection

    XCubeFAS 3126 Hardware Manual Table 2-7 Descriptions of the Power Supply Unit Components ITEM NUMBER DESCRIPTION PSU Handle PSU Buckle Belt PSU Power Cord Connect PSU LED Indicator PSU Release Tab Table 2-8 Descriptions of the Power Supply Unit LED...

  • Page 28: Figure 2-9 Location Of The Cache-To-Flash Module

    XCubeFAS 3126 Hardware Manual pluggable with zero system downtime for extra availability and reliability. Images and tables below illustrate the location and mechanical components of the cache-to-flash modules. Figure 2-9 Location of the Cache-to-Flash Module Table 2-9 Descriptions of the Location of the Cache-to-Flash Modules...

  • Page 29: Figure 2-10 Cache-To-Flash Workflow

    XCubeFAS 3126 Hardware Manual Figure 2-10 Cache-to-Flash Workflow Cache-to-Flash technology will first flush CPU cache to memory, then flush memory to M.2 flash module to maintain the upmost data consistency. It leverages the strength of both BIOS and CPU to quickly backup memory data to the flash module. In order to quickly move data from memory to flash module, M.2 PCI‐Express interface flash module is selected for better...

  • Page 30: Host Cards (Option)

    There are several types of host cards that are available for selection. You can configure a fibre channel by using JetStor 32 Gb or 16 Gb fibre channel host card, or choose an iSCSI host card © 2023 AC&NC All rights reserved.
  • Page 31 XCubeFAS 3126 Hardware Manual using 25 GbE via SFP28 or 10 GbE via SFP+ or RJ45. Following figure is the overview of the host card installation slots. CAUTION You must remove the controller module from the system chassis before starting the host card removing / installing procedures.

  • Page 32: Figure 2-12 2-Port 32Gb Fibre Channel Host Card (Sfp28) Leds

    XCubeFAS 3126 Hardware Manual 2.5.1. 2-port 32Gb Fibre Channel Host Card (SFP28) LEDs Figure 2-12 2-port 32Gb Fibre Channel Host Card (SFP28) LEDs Table 2-11 Descriptions of 2-port 32Gb Fibre Channel Host Card (SFP28) LEDs NUMBER DESCRIPTION DEFINITION  Solid Green: Asserted when the link is established (Link OK without I/O).

  • Page 33: Figure 2-13 4-Port 16Gb Fibre Channel Host Card (Sfp+) Leds

    XCubeFAS 3126 Hardware Manual 2.5.2. 4-port 16Gb Fibre Channel Host Card (SFP+) LEDs Figure 2-13 4-port 16Gb Fibre Channel Host Card (SFP+) LEDs Table 2-12 Descriptions of 4-port 16Gb Fibre Channel Host Card (SFP+) LEDs NUMBER DESCRIPTION DEFINITION  Solid Green: Asserted when the link is established (Link OK without I/O).

  • Page 34: Figure 2-14 2-Port 16Gb Fibre Channel Host Card (Sfp+) Leds

    XCubeFAS 3126 Hardware Manual 2.5.3. 2-port 16Gb Fibre Channel Host Card (SFP+) LEDs Figure 2-14 2-port 16Gb Fibre Channel Host Card (SFP+) LEDs Table 2-13 Descriptions of 2-port 16Gb Fibre Channel Host Card (SFP+) LEDs NUMBER DESCRIPTION DEFINITION  Solid Green: Asserted when the link is established (Link OK without I/O).

  • Page 35: Figure 2-15 2-Port 25Gbe Iscsi Host Card (Sfp28) Leds

    XCubeFAS 3126 Hardware Manual 2.5.4. 2-port 25GbE iSCSI Host Card (SFP28) LEDs Figure 2-15 2-port 25GbE iSCSI Host Card (SFP28) LEDs Table 2-14 Descriptions of 2-port 25GbE iSCSI Host Card (SFP28) LEDs NUMBER DESCRIPTION DEFINITION  Blinking Green: Asserted when the link is...

  • Page 36: Figure 2-16 4-Port 10Gbe Iscsi Host Card (Sfp+) Leds

    XCubeFAS 3126 Hardware Manual 2.5.5. 4-port 10GbE iSCSI Host Card (SFP+) LEDs Figure 2-16 4-port 10GbE iSCSI Host Card (SFP+) LEDs Table 2-15 Descriptions of 4-port 10GbE iSCSI Host Card (SFP+) LEDs NUMBER DESCRIPTION DEFINITION  Blinking Green: Asserted when the link is...

  • Page 37: Figure 2-17 2-Port 10Gbase-T Iscsi Host Card (Rj45) Leds

    XCubeFAS 3126 Hardware Manual 2.5.6. 2-port 10GBASE-T iSCSI Host Card (RJ45) LEDs Figure 2-17 2-port 10GBASE-T iSCSI Host Card (RJ45) LEDs Table 2-16 Descriptions of 2-port 10GBASE-T iSCSI Host Card (RJ45) LEDs NUMBER DESCRIPTION DEFINITION  Blinking Green: Asserted when the link is...

  • Page 38: Installing System Hardware

    XCubeFAS 3126 Hardware Manual NSTALLING YSTEM ARDWARE This chapter will guide you through the installation process. 3.1. Basic System Installation For basic system installation, please refer to the Quick Installation Guide which can be downloaded from the website. You can learn to install the disk drives, optional host cards, rail kits, and power on the storage system to discover and setup the system.

  • Page 39: Wake-On-Lan (Option)

    XCubeFAS 3126 Hardware Manual 3.4. Wake-on-LAN (Option) You can power on the system remotely using the Wake-on-LAN feature. It can work with any available Wake-on-LAN freeware and shareware. 3.5. Installing Memory Modules (Option) If you purchase additional optional memory module for your storage system, please refer to the following image and table for the suggested sequence of memory module installation.

  • Page 40: Figure 3-1 Memory Module Slot Number

    XCubeFAS 3126 Hardware Manual Figure 3-1 Memory Module Slot Number The following table is the suggested installation sequence for optional memory module. © 2023 AC&NC All rights reserved. Official www.acnc.com Document...

  • Page 41: Table 3-1 Optional Memory Module Installation Sequence

    64GB 64GB 384GB CAUTION To ensure system stability, you MUST install genuine JetStor memory modules to expand the system memory size. The platform does not support mixed installation of DIMMs, so mixed installation of memory combinations is not allowed. © 2023 AC&NC All rights reserved.
  • Page 42 XCubeFAS 3126 Hardware Manual Insert two DIMMs or more will boost performance. © 2023 AC&NC All rights reserved. Official www.acnc.com Document...

  • Page 43: Support And Other Resources

    XCubeFAS 3126 Hardware Manual UPPORT AND THER ESOURCES 4.1. Getting Technical Support After installing your device, locate the serial number on the sticker located on the side of the chassis or from the XEVO -> System -> Maintenance > System Information and use it to register your product.

  • Page 44: Documentation Feedback

    XCubeFAS 3126 Hardware Manual Package button to download. Then the system will automatically generate a zip file the default download location of your web browser. © 2023 AC&NC All rights reserved. Official www.acnc.com Document...

  • Page 45: Appendix

    WHERE YOU PURCHASED IT FOR A REFUND IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE RESELLER'S APPLICABLE RETURN POLICY. General Advanced Computer & Network Corp. ("JetStor") is willing to grant you (“User”) a license of software, firmware and/or other product sold, manufactured or offered by JetStor (“the Product”) pursuant to this EULA.
  • Page 46 KIND. JetStor MAKES NO WARRANTY THAT THE PRODUCT WILL BE FREE OF BUGS, ERRORS, VIRUSES OR OTHER DEFECTS. IN NO EVENT WILL JetStor BE LIABLE FOR THE COST OF COVER OR FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, PUNITIVE, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SIMILAR DAMAGES OR LIABILITIES...
  • Page 47 JetStor reserves the right to modify this EULA. ▪ JetStor reserves the right to renew the software or firmware anytime. ▪ JetStor may assign its rights and obligations under this EULA to any third party without ▪ condition. ▪ This EULA will be binding upon and will inure to User’s successors and permitted assigns.

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