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6-67036-04 Rev C, June 2016
Quantum DXi8500 Array
and Expansion Module
Array and Expansion Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
New DXi8500 Systems Shipped from the Factory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
DXi8500 Capacity Expansion Strategy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Providing Necessary Tools and Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Taking ESD Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Verifying the Health of the DXi8500 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Ensuring that All Processes Have Been Stopped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Unpacking Boxed Array and Expansion Modules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Installing the DXi8500 Array and Expansion Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Taking ESD Precautions ......... . 14 Verifying the Health of the DXi8500 ....... . 15 Ensuring that All Processes Have Been Stopped .
  • Page 2 Corporation may revise this publication from time to time without notice. COPYRIGHT STATEMENT © 2016 Quantum Corporation. All rights reserved. Your right to copy this manual is limited by copyright law. Making copies or adaptations without prior written authorization of Quantum Corporation is prohibited by law and constitutes a punishable violation of the law.

  • Page 3: Introduction

    (EBOD) contains 12 hard drives and provides a usable capacity of 15TB (Array) or 30TB (Expansion). New DXi8500 Systems Customers can purchase a DXi8500 system with all 2TB drives or a DXi8500 Shipped from the system with all 3TB drives.

  • Page 4: Dxi8500 Capacity Expansion Strategy

    Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 DXi8500 Capacity Customers can expand the capacity of their DXi8500 system by adding Array Expansion Strategy modules and Expansion modules. Expanding 1TB Base Systems For capacity upgrades, Array and Expansion modules can be purchased with 2TB drives.
  • Page 5 3TB Array and Expansion modules only. Caution: To add a 3TB Array module or Expansion modules to a 2TB base system, the DXi8500 must be running DXi 2.1.2_85 Software or later. Expanding 3TB Base Systems For capacity upgrades, Array and Expansion modules can be purchased with 3TB drives.
  • Page 6 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 1 DXi8500 Base Rack (1TB and 2TB) Introduction...
  • Page 7 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 2 DXi8500 Expansion Rack (1TB) Expansion module 10 Expansion module 9 Expansion module 8 Expansion module 7 Additional upgrades: one to ten Expansion modules in expansion rack (blank off plates...
  • Page 8 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 3 DXi8500 Expansion Rack (2TB) Introduction...
  • Page 9 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 4 DXi8500 Base Rack (3TB) Expansion Module 2-5 Expansion Module 2-4 Expansion Module 2-3 Expansion Module 2-2 Expansion Module 2-1 Array Module 2 Ethernet Switch with RPS...

  • Page 10: Overview

    Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Overview This section provides a list of major steps in upgrading the DXi8500 system with additional Array and Expansion modules (see Table Table 1 Major Installation Steps...
  • Page 11 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 The Quantum DXi8500 system with 1TB and 2TB drives consists of the following components (see Figure • One System Node • One to two Metadata modules • One to ten Array modules (RAID) •...
  • Page 12 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 The Quantum DXi8500 system with 3TB drives consists of the following components (see Figure • One System Node • One to two Metadata modules • One to two Array modules (RBOD) •...

  • Page 13: Verifying System Requirements

    Verifying System Requirements Before proceeding with the upgrade, check the DXi Software version installed on the DXi8500 to make sure that it meets the requirements for the upgrade. The software version displays on the Home page in the remote management console.

  • Page 14: Preparing For The Installation

    This would result in data loss. Caution: Before performing the capacity expansion, make sure that there are no USB flash drives inserted into any USB ports on the DXi8500. If a USB drive is detected by the system, the capacity upgrade will abort.

  • Page 15: Verifying The Health Of The Dxi8500

    Verifying the Health of Before beginning the Array/Expansion module upgrade procedure: the DXi8500 1 Verify the health of the DXi8500 by obtaining a Storage Array Diagnostics File from the remote management console, Utilities > Diagnostics > Storage Array Diag File.
  • Page 16 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 /opt/DXi/bpw/bin/bpwutil dump files Run this command on both the source and target systems. The command outputs a list of open files. If there are open files, wait three minutes and run the command again. Repeat every three minutes as long as files are open.
  • Page 17 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 8 Blockpool Example with Store Operation in Process 8 Shut down the system from the remote management console: • 1.x Software: Go to Utilities > Node Management and select the Shutdown option.

  • Page 18: Unpacking The Array And Expansion Modules

    Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Unpacking the Array and Expansion Modules The upgrade Arrays and Expansion modules can be unpacked in two ways, depending on how the components are shipped: • Unpacking Boxed Array and Expansion Modules •...
  • Page 19 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 9 Array Module (RAID) and Expansion Module (EXP-MOD) Packaging (2TB) Accessory kit items Ethernet, Fibre, and AC power cables Foam Rack mount rails (rails for Drive Slot...
  • Page 20 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 10 Array Module (RBOD) and Expansion Module (EBOD) Packaging (3TB) Rack mount rails - Pre-racked systems: rails in box - Un-racked systems: rails in bubble wrap...
  • Page 21 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 11 Metadata Module Packaging Hardware Accessory kit items Ethernet switch shelf Bezel Rack mount rails Foam Metadata module Unpacking the Array and Expansion Modules...

  • Page 22: Unpacking Pre-Racked Array Modules And Expansion Modules

    A fully-configured (2TB) expansion rack (with 1 Array module 6 Expansion modules) weighs approximately 972 pounds (441 Kg). WARNING: At least two people are required to move and install the DXi8500 pre-racked system. Unpacking the Pre-Racked Expansion Rack Follow these steps to unpack the pre-racked expansion rack: 1 Check the packing list and verify that all components have been received.
  • Page 23 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Note: Unpacking the pre-racked expansion rack requires a minimum of 3 feet (91 cm) on all sides. For the side being used for the ramp, unboxing the pre-racked expansion rack requires an additional 7 feet (2.13 m) for a total of 10 feet (3.05 m) on that side.
  • Page 24 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 13 Packaged Rack Pallet Shipping straps 5 Remove the ramp and edge guards from the packaging (see Figure 14). Unpacking the Array and Expansion Modules...
  • Page 25 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 14 Removing the Shipping Straps Edge guards Back Ramp Edge guards 6 Remove the remaining packaging materials and remove the straps securing the rack to the pallet (see Figure 15).
  • Page 26 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 15 Removing the Remaining Packaging Materials Box cover Back Front 7 Remove the remaining shipping materials and secure the ramp to the pallet (see Figure 16).
  • Page 27 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 d Ensure that the stabilizing feet at the base of the rack are secured in the up position. e From the back of the rack, remove the two shipping bolts securing the shipping strap to the pallet.
  • Page 28 WARNING: At least two people are required to move and install the DXi8500 pre-racked system. 11 Guide the DXi8500 system to its final location and then do the following steps: a Loosen the lock nuts first, and then lower the lock-down feet at the base of the rack.
  • Page 29 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 d Lower the stabilizing foot, and then tighten the nuts securing the stabilizing foot and the cosmetic panel to the rack. Figure 18 Locating the Cosmetic Panel...

  • Page 30: Installing The Array And Expansion Modules

    Configuration) For DXi8500 1TB base systems: • The DXi8500 base rack with 1TB drives can be populated with up to nine Array modules, one System Node, up to two Metadata modules, one Fibre Channel switch, one Ethernet switch, and one redundant power unit (see Figure 20).
  • Page 31 For DXi8500 3TB base systems: • The DXi8500 base rack with 3TB drives can be populated with up two 3TB Array modules, up to ten 3TB Expansion modules, one System Node, up to two Metadata modules, one Ethernet switch, and one redundant power...
  • Page 32 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 20 DXi8500 Base Rack (1TB and 2TB) Installing the Array and Expansion Modules...
  • Page 33 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 21 DXi8500 Expansion Rack (1TB) Expansion module 10 Expansion module 9 Expansion module 8 Additional upgrades: one to ten Expansion module 7 Expansion modules in expansion rack (blank off plates...
  • Page 34 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 22 DXi8500 Expansion Rack (2TB) Installing the Array and Expansion Modules...
  • Page 35 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 23 DXi8500 Base Rack (3TB) Expansion Module 2-5 Expansion Module 2-4 Expansion Module 2-3 Expansion Module 2-2 Expansion Module 2-1 Array Module 2 Ethernet Switch with RPS...

  • Page 36: Locating The Mounting Position (Un-Racked Configuration)

    Configuration) For DXi8500 1TB base systems: • The DXi8500 un-racked base rack with 1TB drives can be populated with up to eight Array modules (RAID), one System Node, up to two Metadata modules, one Fibre Channel switch, one Ethernet switch, two power...
  • Page 37 • The second Metadata module is required when there are two 3TB Array modules. Note: The following figures illustrate the recommended installation positions for the DXi8500 components. It is possible to install the DXi8500 components in different locations within a rack, however Quantum recommends keeping the additional rack space available for future component upgrades.
  • Page 38 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 24 DXi8500 Un-Racked Base Rack (1TB and 2TB) Array (RAID) Module 8 Array (RAID) Module 7 Array (RAID) Module 6 Array (RAID) Module 5 PDU #2 (back of rack)
  • Page 39 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 25 DXi8500 Un-Racked Expansion Rack (with 1TB Drives) Expansion (EXP-MOD) module 10 Expansion (EXP-MOD) module 9 Expansion (EXP-MOD) module 8 Expansion (EXP-MOD) module 7 PDU # 4 (located at the back)
  • Page 40 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 26 DXi8500 Un-Racked Expansion Rack (2TB) PDU # 4 (located at the back) Expansion (EXP-MOD) module 6 Expansion (EXP-MOD) module 5 Expansion (EXP-MOD) module 4 Expansion (EXP-MOD) module 3...
  • Page 41 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 27 DXi8500 Un-Racked Base Rack (3TB) PDU #4 (back of rack) PDU #2 (back of rack) Expansion (EBOD) Module 2-5 Expansion (EBOD) Module 2-4 Expansion (EBOD) Module 2-3...

  • Page 42: Installing The Dxi8500 Array And Expansion Modules

    Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Installing the DXi8500 To install a 2TB or 3TB Array or Expansion module in a pre-racked or un-racked Array and Expansion configuration, refer to the correct procedure: Modules •...
  • Page 43 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 29 Installing 10-32 Zinc Screws 4 Install the rail and tighten the screws (see Figure 30). Figure 30 Installing the Rails 5 Install nut clips on the front of rack (see Figure 31).
  • Page 44 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 31 Installing Nut Clips 6 Install the rail and tighten the screws (see Figure 32). Figure 32 Installing the Rails 7 Install the unit. 8 Secure the front of the Array/Expansion modules with screws. For 2TB modules, use 4 black oxide 10-32 screws, two per side.
  • Page 45 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 33 Securing the front of the Array/Expansion Modules 9 (2TB modules only) Secure the back of the Array/Expansion modules with 2 zinc 6-32 screws one per side. The screw goes into the fixed rail. (see Figure 34).
  • Page 46 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 35 Expanding the Mounting Rails (2TB) Left mounting rail Nut plate screws 2 Beginning at the 1U and 3U rack positions, install the left and right mounting rails for both the array and Expansion modules.
  • Page 47 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 36 Installing the Mounting Rails (2TB) M5 hex head screws and spacers (x 4) sets Left and right mounting rails for array and Expansion modules M5 hex head...
  • Page 48 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 a Install the Array module chassis at the base of the rack and secure with two 5/16 hex head screws (included on the rack rails) on each side of the...
  • Page 49 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Note: If the hard drives were removed to reduce the weight of the Array module chassis, install the hard drives back into the chassis. Refer to the hard drive location list shipped with each array. Ensure that each hard drive is installed in the correct location.
  • Page 50 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 f Tighten the adjustment screws on the mounting rail. Caution: Do not tighten the hex screws more than 30 in/lbs. You can strip the threads on the mounting rails if the hex screws are over-tightened.

  • Page 51: Installing The Metadata Module (If Required)

    Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Installing the Metadata Module (If Required) You must install a second Metadata module in any of the following scenarios: • Installing the fifth Array module in a 1TB or 2TB base system.
  • Page 52 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 two M5 hex head screws (Phillips screws are also provided) and square spacers back of the mounting rails in the back (see Figure 41). Caution: Do not tighten the hex screws more than 30 in/lbs. You can strip the threads on the mounting rails if the hex screws are over-tightened.
  • Page 53 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 c To remove the module from the rack, loosen the thumbscrews and slide the system out of the rack. Note: Use one pair of screws on the front of each mounting rail and two pairs of screws on the back.

  • Page 54: Connecting The Power Cables In A Pre-Racked Configuration

    1 Connect the components to the power receptacles in the racks as indicated for each system configuration: • For DXi8500 base systems with 1TB and 2TB drives: Connect the power cables for the DXi8500 base rack as shown in Table 2 Figure...
  • Page 55 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 DXi8500 Component and Rack Position Power Supply Power Strip and Receptacle Array module 7 AC 1 L2 circuit, Bank 4, J4-C AC 2 R2 circuit, Bank 4, J4-C...
  • Page 56 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 43 Base Rack Power Strips (1TB and 2TB Systems) LSI Array #9 2.72A 1.97A 1.97A LSI Array #8 2.72A LSI Array #7 1.97A 1.97A 2.72A LSI Array #6 2.72A...
  • Page 57 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Table 3 DXi8500 Expansion Rack Power Connections (1TB and 2TB Systems) DXi8500 Component and Rack Position Power Supply Power Strip and Receptacle Expansion module 10 AC 1...
  • Page 58 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 44 Expansion Rack Power Strips (1TB and 2TB Systems) 15 Amp 1.97A 15 Amp 1.97A LSI JBOD #10 (12) (12) 1.97A 1.97A LSI JBOD #9 3.94A 3.94A...
  • Page 59 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Table 4 DXi8500 Base Rack Power Connections (3TB Systems) DXi8500 Component and Rack Position Power Supply Power Strip and Receptacle Expansion Module 2-5 AC 1 L2 circuit, Bank 4, J4-C...
  • Page 60 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 DXi8500 Component and Rack Position Power Supply Power Strip and Receptacle Expansion Module 1-2 AC 1 L1 circuit, Bank 1, J1-C AC 2 R1 circuit, Bank 1, J1-C...
  • Page 61 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 45 Base Rack Power Strips (3TB Systems) EBOD #2-5 1.5A EBOD #2-4 15 Amp 1. 5A 15 Amp (12) (12) EBOD #2-3 1.5A EBOD #2-2 Primary 1.
  • Page 62 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 2 Connect base rack the power strips to a power source as follows (see Figure 46): a Connect the power cable from power strip A1 to the primary AC power source.

  • Page 63: Connecting The Power Cables In An Un-Racked Configuration

    (separate circuit) Secondary AC power source (separate circuit) Connecting the Power The DXi8500 (un-racked configuration) components are connected to specific Cables in an Un-Racked receptacles on the power strips. You MUST connect the components to the correct receptacle. Configuration...
  • Page 64 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Table 5 DXi8500 Base Rack Power Connections (Un-Racked Configuration) (1TB and 2TB) DXi8500 Component and Rack Position Power Supply Power Strip and Receptacle Array module 8 AC 1...
  • Page 65 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 48 DXi8500 Base Rack Power Connections (Un-Racked Configuration) (1TB and 2TB) DXi8500 Power Cabling...
  • Page 66 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Table 6 DXi8500 Expansion Rack Power Connections (Un- Racked Configuration) (1TB and 2TB) DXi8500 Component and Rack Position Power Supply Power Strip and Receptacle Expansion module 10...
  • Page 67 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 49 DXi8500 Expansion Rack Power Connections (Un- Racked Configuration) (1TB and 2TB) DXi8500 Power Cabling...
  • Page 68 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Table 7 DXi8500 Base Rack Power Connections (Un-Racked Configuration) (3TB) DXi8500 Component and Rack Position Power Supply Power Strip and Receptacle Expansion Module 2-5 AC 1 PD #3, Bank 4, J4-D...
  • Page 69 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 DXi8500 Component and Rack Position Power Supply Power Strip and Receptacle Expansion Module 1-2 AC 1 PDU #1, Bank 2, J2-B AC 2 PDU #2, Bank 2, J2-B...
  • Page 70 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 51 DXi8500 PDU 3 and 4 Power Connections (Un- Racked Configuration) (3TB) Expansion 2-5 (AC 2) PDU #4 back PDU #4 front PDU #3 front PDU #3 back...
  • Page 71 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 DXi8500 Ethernet Cabling Connect Ethernet cables from the Ethernet switch to the Array modules as indicated for each system configuration: For 1TB and 2TB base systems: Connect Ethernet cables from the Ethernet switch to the Array modules (RAID)
  • Page 72 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Array Module, Array Module, Ethernet Switch Ports Controller A (ETH 1) Controller B (ETH 1) Array Module 10 Array Module 10 DXi8500 Ethernet Cabling...
  • Page 73 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 52 1TB and 2TB Systems: Ethernet Switch to Array Modules (1 through 4) 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 Ethernet switch 2 4 6 8 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2...
  • Page 74 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 53 1TB and 2TB Systems: Ethernet Switch to the Array Modules (5 through Array module 9 Controller A Controller B Array module 8 Controller A Controller B...
  • Page 75 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 54 1TB and 2TB Systems: Ethernet Switch to the Array Module 10 Ethernet switch Fibre Channel 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 91 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1...

  • Page 76: Ethernet Cable Length

    Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Table 9 3TB Arrays: Array Module, Array Module, Connecting the Ethernet Controller A Controller B Ethernet Switch Ethernet Cable Switch to the Array Modules (ETH 1) (ETH 1)
  • Page 77 Modules The hard drives located in the new Array/Expansion modules MUST be in an optimal state prior adding it to the DXi8500 configuration. After you have unpacked, installed, and cabled the nwe Array/Expansion modules: 1 Turn on the power switches of the new Array/Expansion module (see...
  • Page 78 June 2016 Enabling the Storage Capacity Option Before the additional Array and Expansion modules are available to the DXi8500 system, you must enable the additional storage capacity. Note: At the end of this procedure when the system recognizes the new capacity, the DXi8500 may generate a service ticket indicating an error.

  • Page 79: Booting Up The System

    LCD panel does NOT indicate that the system has completed its booting process; it indicates that the System Node has booted successfully. 4 After the System Node has completed the boot process, the DXi8500 is ready for the Array/Expansion module upgrade. Enabling the Storage Capacity Option...

  • Page 80: Enabling The Fibre Channel Ports

    IP address: 10.17.21.1. 5 Press <Enter>. The system prompts you for a username and password. 6 Enter root for the user name and the service password. Contact Quantum Customer Support for the password. 7 At the command prompt type: /opt/DXi/scripts/service.sh...

  • Page 81: Enabling The Second Metadata Module (If Installed)

    Enabling the Storage Capacity through the Service Menus on page 85 To add the second Metadata module to the DXi8500 configuration: 1 Connect the Ethernet port of the service laptop to ETH 21 on the Ethernet switch. 2 Set the service laptop to IP address: 10.17.21.200.
  • Page 82 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 5 Enter root for the user name and the service password. Contact Quantum Customer Support for the password. 6 At the command prompt type: /opt/DXi/scripts/service.sh 7 Press <Enter>.
  • Page 83 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 The External RAID JBOD Configuration menu displays (see Figure 63). Figure 63 External RAID JBOD Configuration Menu *** External RAID JBOD Configuration Menu *** 0) Add second JBOD - Add additional second JBOD expansion.
  • Page 84 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 64 Connecting the SAS Cables EMM0 Metadata module 2 EMM1 Power Power switch switch Node 14 Remove the front bezel from the System Node. 15 Turn on the new Metadata module. To do this, turn on both power switches located on the rear of the Metadata module.

  • Page 85: Enabling The Storage Capacity Through The Service Menus

    System Node has booted successfully. 17 Replace the front bezel on the System Node. After the System Node has completed the boot process, the DXi8500 is ready for the Array/Expansion module upgrade. Enabling the Storage...
  • Page 86 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 67 Hardware Configuration Menu *** Service Hardware Configuration Menu *** 0) Setup IPMI >>> - Setup the iDRAC/IPMI. 1) Setup Ethernet Switch - Configure the Ethernet Switch.
  • Page 87 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 • Adding an Expansion Module Adding an Array Module Caution: Before adding a DXi8500 Array Module, review the Requirements - READ FIRST on page 78. To add an Array module: 1 From the Service Setup Array Menu, type the number for Add an Array and press <Enter>.
  • Page 88 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 When the Array module comes online, status information displays. This takes approximately 5 minutes. 6 On the Service Setup Array Menu, type the number for Upgrade Array Firmware.
  • Page 89 Caution: Make sure to scan for arrays prior to expanding the file system. Otherwise, the storage expansion may not be successful. Adding an Expansion Module Caution: Before adding a DXi8500 Expansion Module, review the Requirements - READ FIRST on page 78.
  • Page 90 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 73 Turning on the Expansion Modules (3TB) Expansion Module Power Switches 6 After you turn on the cable the Expansion module and turn on the power switches, press <Enter>.
  • Page 91 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Reconfiguring tray 4 for addition Turning tray 4 Volume Groups online Setting Volume Group 51 online Attempt 1 for show importDependencies on group 51 Attempt 1 for import on group 51...

  • Page 92: Enabling The Storage Capacity License Keys

    Note: The figures below show screens from DXi 2.x Software. The screens in DXi 1.x Software have a different appearance but function the same. 1 On a customer host system on the same subnet as the DXi8500, launch a web browser. Enter the IP address for the DXi8500 into the web browser address box and press Enter.
  • Page 93 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 76 Login Page 2 Select Administrator and enter password for the password. The Home page displays (see Figure 77). Figure 77 Home Page System serial number 3 Click the Utilities menu, and then click the License Keys tab.

  • Page 94: Run Factory Detect Hardware

    2 When complete, type q to return to the Service Menu. Enabling Data-at-Rest (3TB base systems only) If Data-at-Rest Encryption is enabled on the DXi8500, Encryption (3TB you must upload a Premium Feature Key (PFK) file to a newly installed Array module before expanding the file system.
  • Page 95 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 1 In the remote management console, check the Data-at-Rest Encryption status on the Home page (see Figure 79). • If the status is Enabled, you must upload a PFK file to the new Array module.

  • Page 96: Expanding File System To Use The New Storage Capacity

    Use the New Storage Capacity Caution: The DXi8500 must NOT be in the following states: - Ensure that no backups are running to the DXi8500 system for VTL partitions and NAS shares. - Ensure that all space reclamation has stopped.
  • Page 97 Note the system capacity on the Home page to verify the expansion. b Restart the reclamation services c Restart the replication services d Ensure all DXi8500 components are in a Normal state by checking the Hardware page from the remote management pages. The file system expansion is complete.

  • Page 98: Array And Expansion Module Cabling For 1Tb And 2Tb Systems

    Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Cabling This section provides information on the Fibre Channel and SAS cabling for the DXi8500 system. Refer to the following sections: Caution: The Fibre Channel or SAS cabling should not be completed until instructed by the service menu.
  • Page 99 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Fibre Channel Switch Array Module, Array Module, Ports Controller A (CH 1) Controller B (CH 1) Array Module 5 Array Module 6 Array Module 6 Array Module 7...
  • Page 100 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 82 1TB and 2TB Systems: Fibre Channel Switch to Array Modules (1 through 4) 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 Ethernet switch 2 4 6...
  • Page 101 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 83 1TB and 2TB Systems: Fibre Channel Switch to Array Modules (5 through 9) Controller A Array module 9 Controller B Controller A Array module 8...
  • Page 102 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 84 1TB and 2TB Systems: Fibre Channel Switch to the Array Module 10 Ethernet switch Fibre Channel 0 1 2 3 8 91 1 1 1 1 1...
  • Page 103 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Table 12 1TB and 2TB Systems: Connecting the Array Modules to the Expansion Modules Array Module, Array Module, Expansion Module, Expansion Module, Controller A (P1) Controller B (P1)
  • Page 104 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 85 1TB and 2TB Systems: Connecting the Array Modules to the Expansion Modules (Array Modules 1 through 4) Controller A Controller B Controller A Controller A...
  • Page 105 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 86 1TB and 2TB Systems: Connecting the Array Modules to the Expansion Modules (Array Modules 5 through 9) Controller A Controller B Controller A Controller A...
  • Page 106 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 87 1TB and 2TB Systems: Connecting the Array Modules to the Expansion Modules (Array Modules 10) Controller A Controller B Controller A Controller B DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Cabling...

  • Page 107: Array And Expansion Module Cabling For 3Tb Modules In 2Tb Systems

    Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Array and Expansion For cabling 3TB Array modules (RBOD) and Expansion modules (EBOD) in 2TB Module Cabling For 3TB base systems, refer to the following section to connect the Array modules to the...
  • Page 108 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Fibre Channel Switch Array Module (RBOD), Array Module (RBOD), Ports Controller A (CH 1) Controller B (CH 1) Array Module 7 Array Module 7 Array Module 8...

  • Page 109: Array And Expansion Module Cabling For 3Tb Systems

    Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Array and Expansion For cabling the 3TB Array modules (RBOD) and Expansion modules (EBOD) in Module Cabling For 3TB 3TB base systems, refer to the following sections: Systems •...
  • Page 110 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 89 3TB Systems: Array Modules to Node Controller A Controller B Array Module 2 System Node Controller A Controller B Array Module 1 DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Cabling...
  • Page 111 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Connecting 3TB Array Modules to 3TB Expansion Modules This section describes the SAS cable connections between the Array modules and the Expansion modules. All 1m SAS cables are pre-connected as shown in...
  • Page 112 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 90 3TB Systems: Array Modules to Expansion Modules Controller A Controller B Expansion Module 2-1 Controller A Controller B Array Module 2 Controller A Controller B...
  • Page 113 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Connecting 3TB Expansion Modules This section describes the SAS cable connections between the Expansion modules. All 1m SAS cables are pre-connected as shown in Table Figure Figure...
  • Page 114 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 91 3TB Systems: Expansion Modules to Expansion Modules (Lower Rack) Controller A Controller B Expansion Module 1-5 Controller A Controller B Expansion Module 1-4 Controller A...
  • Page 115 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 Figure 92 3TB Systems: Expansion Modules to Expansion Modules (Upper Rack) Controller A Controller B Expansion Module 2-5 Controller A Controller B Expansion Module 2-4 Controller A...
  • Page 116 Quantum DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Upgrade Instructions 6-67036-04 Rev C June 2016 DXi8500 Array and Expansion Module Cabling...

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