Page 1 User Guide OpenFlex™ Data24 4000 Series FW Version 2.0.0 Regulatory Model: DCS0011 D018-000724-000 Doc. Version 02 December 2024...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
User Guide Table of Contents Table of Contents Revision History....................................... v Notices........................................... vi Points of Contact......................................vii Chapter 1. Overview......................1 OpenFlex™ Data24 4000 Series Overview..........................2 Design Details.........................................3 LEDs..........................................5 Cables.........................................8 Servicing Features.................................... 9 Electrical Specifications..................................9 Environmental Specifications................................9 Mechanical Specifications...................................10 System Level Block Diagram................................
Page 3 User Guide Table of Contents PSU Specifications..................................24 IO Module (IOM)......................................25 IOM Specifications..................................25 Drive Assembly......................................26 Drive Assembly Specifications.............................26 Drive Blank Assembly....................................27 Drive Blank Assembly Specifications..........................27 System Fan........................................28 System Fan Specifications..............................28 Rail Assembly.......................................29 Rail Assembly Specification..............................29 Chapter 3. Support......................30 Drive Assembly Replacement................................31 Drive Blank Assembly Replacement............................
Page 4 User Guide Table of Contents Login Page......................................114 Dashboard......................................116 Storage Device Page.................................120 Basic Operational Functions..............................127 Device Sharing....................................151 Maintenance..................................... 153 Firmware Upgrade....................................163 Downloading Firmware from the Support Portal....................163 Upgrading Firmware................................... 165 Drive Firmware Upgrade................................. 167 Enclosure Pullout Tabs..................................170 In-band Enclosure Management..............................170 NVMe-CLI........................................170 Supported NVMe-CLI Commands...........................
Page 5 User Guide Table of Contents Europe (CE Declaration of Conformity)..........................178 FCC Class A Notice....................................178 ICES-003 Class A Notice—Avis NMB-003, Classe A....................179 Japanese Compliance Statement, Class A ITE.......................179 South Korea Warning Label Statement, Class A ITE....................179 Taiwan Warning Label Statement, Class A ITE.......................180...
Page 6: Revision History
User Guide Revision History Revision History Date Revision Comment November 2024 Initial release December 2024 Updated the List of CRUs (page 20)
Page 7: Notices
Per Western Digital Terms and Conditions of Sale, the user of Western Digital products in life support applications assumes all risk of such use and indemnifies Western Digital against all damages.
Page 8: Points Of Contact
Points of Contact Points of Contact For further assistance with a Western Digital product, contact Western Digital Datacenter Platforms technical support. Please be prepared to provide the following information, as applicable: part number (P/N), serial number (S/N), product name and/or model number, software version, and a brief description of the issue.
Page 9: Chapter 1. Overview
Overview In This Chapter: - OpenFlex Data24 4000 Series Overview............... 2 - Design Details........................3 - Electrical Specifications....................9 - Environmental Specifications..................9 - Mechanical Specifications..................10 - System Level Block Diagram..................11 - Best Practices........................12 - Limitations & Restrictions...................14 - Rack Requirements....................... 16 - Space Requirements.....................16...
Page 10: Openflex™ Data24 4000 Series Overview
1.1 OpenFlex™ Data24 4000 Series Overview The OpenFlex™ Data24 4000 Series is a 2U rack mounted data storage enclosure built on the OpenFlex platform. OpenFlex is Western Digital’s architecture that supports Open Composable Infrastructure (OCI). The OpenFlex Data24 4000 Series is a Just-a-Bunch-Of-Flash (JBOF) platform...
Page 11: Design Details
1.2 Design Details 1.2 Design Details On the front of the OpenFlex Data24 4000 Series there are the 24 Small Form Factor (SFF) drive slots, and the enclosure status LEDs. Each drive is individually removable/serviceable. Below each drive slot is a status and activity LED embedded in the chassis.
Page 12 1. Overview User Guide 1.2 Design Details The enclosure measures 491.9 mm/19.37 in. wide by 628.65 mm/24.75 in. long. The height is 85.5 mm/3.37 in. or 2U. Figure 4: Enclosure Measurements...
Page 13: Enclosure Leds
1.2 Design Details 1.2.1 LEDs The OpenFlex Data24 4000 Series contains LEDs on the enclosure, PSU, drive slots, and the IOMs. This section defines the LED name, corresponding color, and the behavior of each of the LEDs on the system. Enclosure LEDs...
Page 14 1. Overview User Guide 1.2 Design Details Power Supply Unit (PSU) LED Figure 6: Power Supply Unit (PSU) LED Table 3: Power Supply Unit (PSU) LED Flash Patterns LED Name Color Behavior PSU is on and Solid: reporting no faults Blinking @ 2Hz: in firmware update Green...
Page 15 1. Overview User Guide 1.2 Design Details IO Module (IOM) LEDs Figure 8: IO Module (IOM) LEDs Management Management Link/Activity Speed Service Power State Fault QSFP28 Table 5: IOM LEDs Flash Patterns LED Name Color/Number Behavior No Connection Off: RJ45 Management Port Green Connected Solid:...
Page 16: Cables
1. Overview User Guide 1.2 Design Details 1.2.2 Cables The following table displays the CRU power cables available from Western Digital: Table 6: Available CRU Power Cables Type Part Number Length IEC C13 to IEC C14 Heavy 1EX1530 (Provided Duty 15A Power Cable...
Page 17: Servicing Features
1. Overview User Guide 1.3 Electrical Specifications 1.2.3 Servicing Features Toolless Servicing • External system components can be serviced without any additional tools. • IO Module (IOM) and Power Supply Unit (PSU) can be accessed from the rear, and have toolless latching mechanisms.
Page 18: Mechanical Specifications
1. Overview User Guide 1.5 Mechanical Specifications Specification Non-Operational Operational -300m to 12,000m / -300m to 3048m / Altitude -984 ft. to 39,370 ft -984 ft. to 10,000 ft. Cooling 4 System Fans (N+2 Supported) 1.5 Mechanical Specifications Table 11: Mechanical Specifications Specification Non-Operational Operational...
Page 19: System Level Block Diagram
1.6 System Level Block Diagram 1.6 System Level Block Diagram The system block diagram for the OpenFlex Data24 4000 Series is a conceptual depiction of the communication and power relationships between major components within the system. Figure 9: System Block Diagram...
Page 20: Best Practices
The following is a list of best practices to follow when using the OpenFlex™ Data24 4000 Series : 1. For best performance, recommend the following: a. Utilize the recommended network configuration for the product. Contact Western Digital for the best practices documentation on multi-path and network configuration.
Page 21 1. Overview User Guide 1.7 Best Practices • Enabling or Disabling Device Sharing will cause the IOM to reboot. For best results, wait for the first IOM to finish rebooting before changing the setting on the other IOM. • The Device Sharing setting must be the same on both IOMs. h.
Page 22: Limitations & Restrictions
User Guide 1.8 Limitations & Restrictions 1.8 Limitations & Restrictions The following are limitations and restrictions when using the OpenFlex Data24 4000 Series : 1. Drive related: a. Maximum of 24 drives and 32 namespaces per drive is supported. b. Namespaces from the same drive, should have the same block size (either 4096 or 512B).
Page 23 1. Overview User Guide 1.8 Limitations & Restrictions 3. OCAPI and GUI related: a. Maximum of one GUI or OCAPI client per enclosure is supported. Launch one GUI to display one dashboard and up to one device page. b. The Web Client needs to operate with the HTTP Conditional capability provided by the Web Service.
Page 24: Rack Requirements
1.9 Rack Requirements The OpenFlex Data24 4000 Series is designed to be installed into a rack that meets the EIA-310 standard with a minimum of 1000 mm (39.4 in.) of usable rack space, door to door. The vertical rack rails must be set between 650 mm –...
Page 25: Supported Skus
1. Overview User Guide 1.12 Supported SKUs 1.12 Supported SKUs The following table lists the versions of this Western Digital product that are supported by this document. Table 14: List of Supported SKUs Component Capacity OpenFlex Data24-0 4141 nTAA 1ES2364...
Page 26: List Of Compatible Devices
1. Overview User Guide 1.13 List of Compatible Devices 1.13 List of Compatible Devices Table 15: Western Digital Device List Drive Drive Part Device Volume Encryption Bandwidth Writes Firmware Number Western Digital Ultrastar DC SN655 SSD w/ 3.84 TB 3.3GB/s...
Page 27 User Guide 1.13 List of Compatible Devices Drive Drive Part Device Volume Encryption Bandwidth Writes Firmware Number Western Digital Ultrastar DC SN655 SSD w/ 30.72 TB 3.3GB/s RI-1DW/D RC610008 1EX3243 Carrier Western Digital Ultrastar DC SN655 SSD w/ 61.44 TB 3.3GB/s...
Page 28: List Of Crus
1.5 in. 1EX3060 1.1 lbs Fan Cable length: 254 mm / 10 in. List of 69.85 mm x 100.33 Western Digital Ultrastar DC Drives 0.49 kg / Compatible mm x 14.98 mm w/Carrier 1.1 lbs Devices (page 2.75 in x 3.95 in x...
Page 29: Third Party Licenses
This product may include or use open source software subject to open source licenses. If required by the applicable open source license, Western Digital may provide the open source code to you on request either electronically or on a physical storage medium for a charge covering the cost of performing such distribution, which may include the cost of media, shipping, and handling.
Page 30: In This Chapter
Components In This Chapter: - Chassis..........................23 - Power Supply Unit (PSU)................... 24 - IO Module (IOM)......................25 - Drive Assembly.......................26 - Drive Blank Assembly....................27 - System Fan........................28 - Rail Assembly........................29...
Page 31: Chassis
2. Components User Guide 2.1 Chassis 2.1 Chassis The chassis is the primary housing that contains and connects all of the system components. All of the drives are located at the front in the drive bay, and the rear houses the IO Modules, PSUs, and cable connections.
Page 32: Power Supply Unit (Psu)
2. Components User Guide 2.2 Power Supply Unit (PSU) 2.2 Power Supply Unit (PSU) The Power Supply Unit (PSU) inside the OpenFlex™ Data24 4000 Series are 800W, 80 Plus Titanium efficiency rated, and operate within a 100V - 240V voltage range. The PSUs are redundant and can be hotswapped one at a time.
Page 33: Io Module (Iom)
2. Components User Guide 2.3 IO Module (IOM) 2.3 IO Module (IOM) Each IOM contains three, chip down RapidFlex A2000s that provide system data connectivity through a QSFP28 cable, and supports cable lengths up to 10m. Out-of-Band Management (OOBM) features are accessed via an RJ45 port that supports a 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet connection.
Page 34: Drive Assembly
2. Components User Guide 2.4 Drive Assembly 2.4 Drive Assembly The Drive Assembly is comprised of two basic parts: the 2.5 in. SSD and the drive carrier. The drive carrier connects to the 2.5 in. drive enables toolless installation and replacement. The drive assembly is available in many different volumes, encryption, and block sizes.
Page 35: Drive Blank Assembly
2.5 Drive Blank Assembly The Drive Blank Assembly is a component that is used to fill empty drive slots in the chassis when a OpenFlex Data24 4000 Series enclosure is partially populated with drives. 2.5.1 Drive Blank Assembly Specifications Table 22: Drive Assembly Specification Summary...
Page 36: System Fan
2.6 System Fan 2.6 System Fan The System Fans provide the primary system cooling for the OpenFlex Data24 4000 Series . There are a total of four N+2 redundant fans. The System Fans are coldswap capable components, and require the system to be shut down for servicing and accessed by removing the chassis cover.
Page 37: Rail Assembly
User Guide 2.7 Rail Assembly 2.7 Rail Assembly The rails contained in the Rail Assembly included with the OpenFlex Data24 4000 Series are 2U, shelf style rails with inner arms that enable easy installation. 2.7.1 Rail Assembly Specification Table 24: Rail Assembly Specification Summary...
Page 38: Chapter 3. Support
Support In This Chapter: - Drive Assembly Replacement..................31 - Drive Blank Assembly Replacement..............35 - Power Supply Unit (PSU) Replacement..............39 - IO Module (IOM) Replacement.................43 - Rail Assembly Replacement..................48 - System Fan Replacement................... 61 - Chassis Replacement....................86 - Power Cable Replacement..................105 - QSFP28 Cable Replacement...................107...
Page 39: Drive Assembly Replacement
3. Support User Guide 3.1 Drive Assembly Replacement 3.1 Drive Assembly Replacement This procedure supports the replacement of the Drive Assembly. The Drive Assembly is a toolless replacement meaning that it does not require the use of any tools. Attention: Hot swappable CRUs must be replaced one at a time.
Page 40 3. Support User Guide 3.1 Drive Assembly Replacement Figure 18: Uninstall Drive Assembly Unpack and inspect the new Drive Assembly for damage. Step 2 : a. Inspect the packaging that the Drive Assembly replacement was shipped in and record any damage to the box. Large cuts, open boxes, and crushed corners should be reported. b.
Page 41 3. Support User Guide 3.1 Drive Assembly Replacement Figure 19: Drive Assembly Release Operation b. From the front of the rack, gently slide the Drive Assembly into the Drive Assembly slot until the release handle lifts up slightly, indicating that it is engaged with the Chassis. Figure 20: Drive Assembly Latch Engaged c.
Page 42 3. Support User Guide 3.1 Drive Assembly Replacement Figure 21: Drive Assembly Installation R esult: T he Drive Assembly has now been replaced.
Page 43: Drive Blank Assembly Replacement
3. Support User Guide 3.2 Drive Blank Assembly Replacement 3.2 Drive Blank Assembly Replacement This procedure supports the replacement of the Drive Blank Assembly. The Drive Blank Assembly is a toolless replacement meaning that it does not require the use of any tools. Replacement Requirements Personnel Required Average Replacement Time...
Page 44 3. Support User Guide 3.2 Drive Blank Assembly Replacement Figure 23: Uninstall Drive Blank Assembly Step 2 : Unpack and inspect the new Drive Blank Assembly for damage. a. Inspect the packaging that the Drive Blank Assembly replacement was shipped in and record any damage to the box.
Page 45 3. Support User Guide 3.2 Drive Blank Assembly Replacement Figure 24: Drive Blank Assembly Release Operation b. From the front of the rack, gently slide the Drive Blank Assembly into the Drive Blank Assembly slot until the release handle lifts up slightly, indicating that it is engaged with the Chassis.
Page 46 3. Support User Guide 3.2 Drive Blank Assembly Replacement Figure 26: Drive Blank Assembly Installation R esult: T he Drive Blank Assembly has now been replaced.
Page 47: Power Supply Unit (Psu) Replacement
3. Support User Guide 3.3 Power Supply Unit (PSU) Replacement 3.3 Power Supply Unit (PSU) Replacement This procedure supports the replacement of the PSU. The PSU is a toolless replacement meaning that it does not require the use of any tools. Attention: Hot swappable CRUs must be replaced one at a time.
Page 48 3. Support User Guide 3.3 Power Supply Unit (PSU) Replacement Figure 28: PSU Release Latch Operation b. Carefully pull the PSU out of the PSU slot. Figure 29: Uninstall PSU Unpack and inspect the new PSU for damage. Step 4 : a.
Page 49 3. Support User Guide 3.3 Power Supply Unit (PSU) Replacement b. Remove the PSU from the packaging and verify that there is no damage to the PSU. Dents, scratches, and broken parts should be reported. If major damage has occurred to the PSU, DO NOT use the replacement part.
Page 50 3. Support User Guide 3.3 Power Supply Unit (PSU) Replacement Figure 31: PSU Installation c. Verify that the PSU is fully seated and latched into the PSU slot by gently pulling on the handle. Step 6 : Connect the power cable to the PSU. a.
Page 51: Io Module (Iom) Replacement
3. Support User Guide 3.4 IO Module (IOM) Replacement 3.4 IO Module (IOM) Replacement This procedure supports the replacement of the IOM. The IOM is a toolless replacement meaning that it does not require the use of any tools. Attention: Hot swappable CRUs must be replaced one at a time.
Page 52 3. Support User Guide 3.4 IO Module (IOM) Replacement Figure 34: Disconnect Ethernet Cable Uninstall the IOM from the enclosure. Step 6 : a. Unlock the IOM by turning the thumbscrew counterclockwise until the screw threads are no longer engaged any longer. The location of the thumbscrew is shown in the following image. A screwdriver may be used if desired.
Page 53 3. Support User Guide 3.4 IO Module (IOM) Replacement Figure 36: IOM Release Handle Operation Figure 37: Uninstall IOM Step 7 : Unpack and inspect the new IOM for damage. a. Inspect the packaging that the IOM replacement was shipped in and record any damage to the box.
Page 54 3. Support User Guide 3.4 IO Module (IOM) Replacement Figure 38: Prepare IOM b. Gently slide the IOM into the IOM slot until the release handle is engaged with the Chassis. When the handle lifts up slightly, it is an indicator that the release handle is engaged with the Chassis.
Page 55 3. Support User Guide 3.4 IO Module (IOM) Replacement d. Verify that the IOM is securely latched into the Chassis by pulling on the release handle and ensuring the IOM does not move when pulled. Reinstall the IOM if it is not securely installed into the Chassis.
Page 56: Rail Assembly Replacement
3. Support User Guide 3.5 Rail Assembly Replacement 3.5 Rail Assembly Replacement This procedure supports the replacement of the Rail Assembly. This procedure requires the Chassis be placed on an ESD safe surface. Replacement Requirements Personnel Required Average Replacement Time 15 minutes Service Window Tool...
Page 57 3. Support User Guide 3.5 Rail Assembly Replacement Figure 44: Disconnect QSFP28 Cable Step 5 : Repeat the previous step to uninstall the remaining QSFP28 cable(s). Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the IOM Ethernet Management port. Step 6 : Figure 45: Disconnect Ethernet Cable Step 7 : Repeat the previous step to uninstall the remaining Ethernet cable.
Page 58 3. Support User Guide 3.5 Rail Assembly Replacement Figure 46: Captive Screw Loosen Figure 47: Captive Screw Location b. Carefully pull the Chassis out of the rack and ensure extra care is taken to support the weight of the Chassis when the Chassis is clear of the rack mount rails.
Page 59 3. Support User Guide 3.5 Rail Assembly Replacement Figure 48: Uninstall Chassis Carefully place the enclosure on a sturdy ESD safe surface. Step 9 :...
Page 60 3. Support User Guide 3.5 Rail Assembly Replacement Figure 49: Chassis on an ESD Safe Table Uninstall the Rail Assembly. Step 10 : a. From the front of the rack, using the T15 Torx screwdriver, uninstall the two screws and washers that secure the front of the left rack mount Rail Assembly and bracket to the rack. Figure 50: Uninstall Front Rack Mount...
Page 61 3. Support User Guide 3.5 Rail Assembly Replacement b. From the rear of the rack, using the T15 Torx screwdriver, uninstall the two screws and washers that secure the rear of the left rack mount Rail Assembly to the rack. Remove the Rail from the rack by rotating the front mount out and pulling the rear mount out of the rack.
Page 62 3. Support User Guide 3.5 Rail Assembly Replacement Figure 52: Rail Assembly U Location c. Secure the rear of the rack mount Rail Assembly to the rack using the T15 Torx screwdriver and secure the rail mount using the two washers and screws. Figure 53: Install Rear Rack Mount d.
Page 63 3. Support User Guide 3.5 Rail Assembly Replacement Figure 54: Install Front Rack Mount e. It is recommended at this point to use a level to ensure that the rails are installed in the appropriate position in the rack. Check each rail is installed level individually, and then ensure they are installed at the appropriate rack by spanning both rails.
Page 64 3. Support User Guide 3.5 Rail Assembly Replacement Figure 55: Rail Level Check Step 14 : Install the remaining Rail Assembly in the same way the first was installed. Install the Chassis onto the rack mounted rails. Step 15 : a. Carefully slide the Chassis onto the rails until the rack mounts are flush with the mounts on the rails.
Page 65 3. Support User Guide 3.5 Rail Assembly Replacement Figure 56: Chassis Installation b. Using the T15 Torx screwdriver, tighten the two Torx captive screws to secure the Chassis to the rail. Repeat this step to secure the remaining rack mount to the remaining rail.
Page 66 3. Support User Guide 3.5 Rail Assembly Replacement Figure 57: Captive Screw Tighten Figure 58: Captive Screw Location Step 16 : Connect the Ethernet cable into the Ethernet Management port on the IOM.
Page 67 3. Support User Guide 3.5 Rail Assembly Replacement Figure 59: Connect Ethernet Cable Step 17 : Repeat the previous step to install the remaining Ethernet cable. Connect the QSFP28 cable to the IOM to the QSFP the port. Step 18 : Figure 60: Connect QSFP28 Cable Repeat the previous step to install the remaining QSFP28 cable(s).
Page 68 3. Support User Guide 3.5 Rail Assembly Replacement Figure 61: Connect Power Cable b. Secure the power cable to the PSU by wrapping the hook and loop strap around the power cable. Step 21 : Repeat the previous step to install the remaining power cable. ...
Page 69: System Fan Replacement
3. Support User Guide 3.6 System Fan Replacement 3.6 System Fan Replacement This procedure supports the replacement of the System Fan. The enclosure has to be taken offline and uninstalled to replace the System Fan. Replacement Requirements Personnel Required Average Replacement Time 40 minutes Service Window Tool...
Page 70 3. Support User Guide 3.6 System Fan Replacement Figure 63: Disconnect QSFP28 Cable Step 5 : Repeat the previous step to uninstall the remaining QSFP28 cable(s). Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the IOM Ethernet Management port. Step 6 : Figure 64: Disconnect Ethernet Cable Step 7 : Repeat the previous step to uninstall the remaining Ethernet cable.
Page 71 3. Support User Guide 3.6 System Fan Replacement Figure 65: IOM Thumbscrew Operation b. Pull the release handle down until the IOM is unseated and can be removed from the IOM slot. Figure 66: IOM Release Handle Operation...
Page 72 3. Support User Guide 3.6 System Fan Replacement Figure 67: Uninstall IOM Repeat the previous step to uninstall the remaining IOM. Step 9 : Step 10 : Ensure that the IOMs are placed on a sturdy ESD safe surface. Step 11 : Uninstall the PSU from the enclosure. a.
Page 73 3. Support User Guide 3.6 System Fan Replacement Figure 69: Uninstall PSU Step 12 : Repeat the previous step to uninstall the remaining PSU. Step 13 : Ensure that the PSUs are placed on a sturdy ESD safe surface. Uninstall the Chassis from the rack mounted rails. Step 14 : a.
Page 74 3. Support User Guide 3.6 System Fan Replacement Figure 71: Captive Screw Loosen b. Carefully pull the Chassis out of the rack and ensure extra care is taken to support the weight of the Chassis when the Chassis is clear of the rack mount rails.
Page 75 3. Support User Guide 3.6 System Fan Replacement Figure 72: Uninstall Chassis Carefully place the enclosure on a sturdy ESD safe surface. Step 15 :...
Page 76 3. Support User Guide 3.6 System Fan Replacement Figure 73: Chassis on an ESD Safe Table Uninstall theChassis cover. Step 16 : Figure 74: Chassis Cover Location a. Using a T7 Torx screwdriver, remove the eight (8) screws from the top of the Chassis cover.
Page 77 3. Support User Guide 3.6 System Fan Replacement Figure 75: Top Chassis Cover Screw Locations Figure 76: Remove Top Chassis Cover Screws b. Using a T7 Torx screwdriver, remove the two (2) screws from the right side of the Chassis cover.
Page 78 3. Support User Guide 3.6 System Fan Replacement Figure 77: Right Chassis Cover Screw Locations c. Using a T7 Torx screwdriver, remove the two (2) screws from the left side of the Chassis cover. Figure 78: Left Chassis Cover Screw Locations d.
Page 79 3. Support User Guide 3.6 System Fan Replacement Figure 79: Rear Chassis Cover Screw Locations e. Carefully lift the end of the cover closest to the drive bay to about 15 degrees and slide the Chassis cover toward the rear of the Chassis until it is free of the Chassis. Figure 80: Slide Off the Rear Chassis Cover...
Page 80 3. Support User Guide 3.6 System Fan Replacement Figure 81: Removing the Rear Chassis Cover Step 17 : Locate the System Fan in need of replacement. a. Find the System Fan location by discovering the letter indicated in the system management. The fan bay is labeled A thought D.
Page 81 3. Support User Guide 3.6 System Fan Replacement b. Once the System Fan is located, find the System Fan connector. This can be done by locating the same position order as the fan module being replaced. For example, fan module A is located on the far left and the coinciding connector is on the far left and so on.
Page 82 3. Support User Guide 3.6 System Fan Replacement Figure 85: Disconnect the System Fan Connector Note: The System Fan cable may run under another System Fan. If this occurs, you may pull the System Fan that is in the way partially out of the fan bay so that it may have proper clearance for the cable and connector.
Page 83 3. Support User Guide 3.6 System Fan Replacement Figure 87: Remove the System Fan from the Fan Bay Step 19 : Unpack and inspect the new System Fan for damage. a. Inspect the packaging that the System Fan replacement was shipped in and record any damage to the box.
Page 84 3. Support User Guide 3.6 System Fan Replacement a. Feed the connector end of the System Fan cable through the cutout on the fan bay. Figure 88: System Fan Connector Feed (Start) The System Fan cable may run under another System Fan. If this occurs, Note: you may pull the System Fan that is in the way partially out of the fan bay so that it may have proper clearance to feed the cable and connector though the...
Page 85 3. Support User Guide 3.6 System Fan Replacement c. Set the System Fan taking care to not allow the cable to get bunched up under the System Fan. d. Seat the System Fan connector to the board by carefully pushing down on the System Fan connector until it is secured to the horizontal midplane.
Page 86 3. Support User Guide 3.6 System Fan Replacement b. Once the cover has cleared the tabs above the IOM bays, rotate the front part of the cover down to seat it into place over the Chassis. Figure 92: Seating the Chassis Cover c.
Page 87 3. Support User Guide 3.6 System Fan Replacement Figure 94: Install Top Chassis Cover Screws d. Using a T7 Torx screwdriver, install the two (2) screws on the right side of the Chassis cover. Figure 95: Right Chassis Cover Screw Locations e.
Page 88 3. Support User Guide 3.6 System Fan Replacement Figure 97: Rear Chassis Cover Screw Locations Step 22 : Install the Chassis onto the rack mounted rails. a. Carefully slide the Chassis onto the rails until the rack mounts are flush with the mounts on the rails.
Page 89 3. Support User Guide 3.6 System Fan Replacement b. Using the T15 Torx screwdriver, tighten the two Torx captive screws to secure the Chassis to the rail. Repeat this step to secure the remaining rack mount to the remaining rail. Figure 99: Captive Screws Tighten Figure 100: Captive Screw Location Step 23 :...
Page 90 3. Support User Guide 3.6 System Fan Replacement Figure 101: Power Port Location b. Carefully push the PSU into the PSU slot. Figure 102: PSU Installation c. Verify that the PSU is fully seated and latched into the PSU slot by gently pulling on the handle.
Page 91 3. Support User Guide 3.6 System Fan Replacement Repeat the previous step to install the remaining PSU. Step 24 : Step 25 : Install the IOM into the enclosure. a. Unlock the IOM by turning the thumbscrew counterclockwise until the screw threads are not engaged any longer.
Page 92 3. Support User Guide 3.6 System Fan Replacement Figure 105: IOM Secure d. Verify that the IOM is securely latched into the Chassis by pulling on the release handle and ensuring the IOM does not move when pulled. Reinstall the IOM if it is not securely installed into the Chassis.
Page 93 3. Support User Guide 3.6 System Fan Replacement Figure 107: Connect QSFP28 Cable Step 30 : Repeat the previous step to install the remaining QSFP28 cable(s). Connect the power cable to the PSU. Step 31 : a. Plug the power cable into the PSU power port. Figure 108: Connect Power Cable b.
Page 94: Chassis Replacement
3. Support User Guide 3.7 Chassis Replacement 3.7 Chassis Replacement This procedure supports the replacement of the Chassis. Replacement Requirements Personnel Required Average Replacement Time 60 minutes Tool # Needed Required vs. Optional T15 Torx screwdriver Required Safety List • ESD Sensitive •...
Page 95 3. Support User Guide 3.7 Chassis Replacement Figure 110: Disconnect QSFP28 Cable Step 6 : Repeat the previous step to uninstall the remaining QSFP28 cable(s). Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the IOM Ethernet Management port. Step 7 : Figure 111: Disconnect Ethernet Cable Step 8 : Repeat the previous step to uninstall the remaining Ethernet cable.
Page 96 3. Support User Guide 3.7 Chassis Replacement Figure 112: IOM Thumbscrew Operation b. Pull the release handle down until the IOM is unseated and can be removed from the IOM slot. Figure 113: IOM Release Handle Operation...
Page 97 3. Support User Guide 3.7 Chassis Replacement Figure 114: Uninstall IOM Repeat the previous step to uninstall the remaining IOM. Step 11 : Step 12 : Ensure that the IOMs are placed on a sturdy ESD safe surface. Step 13 : Uninstall the PSU from the enclosure. a.
Page 98 3. Support User Guide 3.7 Chassis Replacement Figure 116: Uninstall PSU Step 14 : Repeat the previous step to uninstall the remaining PSU. Step 15 : Ensure that the PSUs are placed on a sturdy ESD safe surface. Uninstall the Chassis from the rack mounted rails. Step 16 : a.
Page 99 3. Support User Guide 3.7 Chassis Replacement Figure 118: Captive Screw Loosen b. Carefully pull the Chassis out of the rack and ensure extra care is taken to support the weight of the Chassis when the Chassis is clear of the rack mount rails.
Page 100 3. Support User Guide 3.7 Chassis Replacement Figure 119: Uninstall Chassis Record the order of each Drive Assembly in order to ensure the drives are reinstalled in the same Step 17 : order. Step 18 : Uninstall the Drive Assembly from the enclosure. a.
Page 101 3. Support User Guide 3.7 Chassis Replacement Figure 120: Drive Assembly Release Operation b. Use the release handle to pull the Drive Assembly out of the enclosure. Figure 121: Uninstall Drive Assembly Step 19 : Repeat the previous step to uninstall the remaining Drive Assemblies. Step 20 : Ensure that the Drive Assemblies are placed on a sturdy ESD safe surface.
Page 102 3. Support User Guide 3.7 Chassis Replacement Figure 122: Drive Blank Assembly Release Operation b. Use the release handle to pull the Drive Blank Assembly out of the enclosure. Figure 123: Uninstall Drive Blank Assembly Step 22 : Repeat the previous step to uninstall the remaining Drive Blank Assemblies. Step 23 : Unpack and inspect the new Chassis for damage.
Page 103 3. Support User Guide 3.7 Chassis Replacement Figure 124: Drive Blank Assembly Release Operation b. From the front of the rack, gently slide the Drive Blank Assembly into the Drive Blank Assembly slot until the release handle lifts up slightly, indicating that it is engaged with the Chassis.
Page 104 3. Support User Guide 3.7 Chassis Replacement Figure 126: Drive Blank Assembly Installation Step 25 : Repeat the previous step to install the remaining Drive Blank Assemblies. Refer to the Drive Assembly list that was recorded earlier to ensure the drives are reinstalled in Step 26 : the same order.
Page 105 3. Support User Guide 3.7 Chassis Replacement Figure 127: Drive Assembly Release Operation b. From the front of the rack, gently slide the Drive Assembly into the Drive Assembly slot until the release handle lifts up slightly, indicating that it is engaged with the Chassis. Figure 128: Drive Assembly Latch Engaged c.
Page 106 3. Support User Guide 3.7 Chassis Replacement Figure 129: Drive Assembly Installation Repeat the previous step to install the remaining Drive Assemblies. Step 28 : Step 29 : Install the Chassis onto the rack mounted rails. a. Carefully slide the Chassis onto the rails until the rack mounts are flush with the mounts on the rails.
Page 107 3. Support User Guide 3.7 Chassis Replacement Figure 130: Chassis Installation b. Using the T15 Torx screwdriver, tighten the two Torx captive screws to secure the Chassis to the rail. Repeat this step to secure the remaining rack mount to the remaining rail.
Page 108 3. Support User Guide 3.7 Chassis Replacement Figure 131: Captive Screws Tighten Figure 132: Captive Screw Location Step 30 : Install the PSU into the enclosure. a. Orient the PSU with the power port located on the top and insert it into the PSU slot. The location of the power port is shown in the following image.
Page 109 3. Support User Guide 3.7 Chassis Replacement Figure 133: Power Port Location b. Carefully push the PSU into the PSU slot. Figure 134: PSU Installation c. Verify that the PSU is fully seated and latched into the PSU slot by gently pulling on the handle.
Page 110 3. Support User Guide 3.7 Chassis Replacement Repeat the previous step to install the remaining PSU. Step 31 : Step 32 : Refer to the IOM list that was recorded earlier to ensure the IOMs are reinstalled in the same order as the previous configuration. Install the IOM into the enclosure.
Page 111 3. Support User Guide 3.7 Chassis Replacement Figure 137: IOM Secure d. Verify that the IOM is securely latched into the Chassis by pulling on the release handle and ensuring the IOM does not move when pulled. Reinstall the IOM if it is not securely installed into the Chassis.
Page 112 3. Support User Guide 3.7 Chassis Replacement Figure 139: Connect QSFP28 Cable Step 39 : Repeat the previous step to install the remaining QSFP28 cable(s). Connect the power cable to the PSU. Step 40 : a. Plug the power cable into the PSU power port. Figure 140: Connect Power Cable b.
Page 113: Power Cable Replacement
3. Support User Guide 3.8 Power Cable Replacement 3.8 Power Cable Replacement This procedure supports the replacement of the power cable. The power cable is a toolless replacement meaning that it does not require the use of any tools. Attention: Power cables must be replaced one at a time.
Page 114 3. Support User Guide 3.8 Power Cable Replacement Figure 142: Connect Power Cable b. Secure the power cable to the PSU by wrapping the hook and loop strap around the power cable. R esult: T he power cable has now been replaced.
Page 115: Qsfp28 Cable Replacement
3. Support User Guide 3.9 QSFP28 Cable Replacement 3.9 QSFP28 Cable Replacement This procedure supports the replacement of the QSFP28 cable. The QSFP28 cable is a toolless replacement meaning that it does not require the use of any tools. Attention: QSFP28 cables must be replaced one at a time.
Page 116 3. Support User Guide 3.9 QSFP28 Cable Replacement Figure 144: Connect QSFP28 Cable R esult: T he QSFP28 cable has now been replaced.
Page 117: In This Chapter
Management In This Chapter: - Open Composable API....................110 - Open Composable GUI....................114 - Firmware Upgrade....................... 163 - Enclosure Pullout Tabs....................170 - In-band Enclosure Management................170 - NVMe-CLI........................170...
Page 118: Open Composable Api
4. Management User Guide 4.1 Open Composable API 4.1 Open Composable API The Open Composable API is a RESTful interface for OpenFlex that enables a Unified Fabric Control Plane for Storage Fabric Devices. This allows for composing disaggregated storage resources—with compute, networking, and memory—into virtual systems in the future.
Page 119: Discovering And Connecting To Nvme Devices Using The Open Composable Api
4. Management User Guide 4.1 Open Composable API 4.1.3 Discovering and Connecting to NVMe Devices using the Open Composable API Before you begin: The user needs to use the GUI or the REST API to set/get the IP address of the 100Gb high-speed links.
Page 120 4. Management User Guide 4.1 Open Composable API "Version": "1.2.0-301" "Devices": { "Self": "http://10.20.30.40:80/Devices/", "Members": [ "Self": "http://10.20.30.40:80/Storage/Devices/ofdata24-4XXX- <EncSerialNum>/", "SystemType": { "ID": 2, "Name": "Storage" "Name": "ofdata24-4XXX-<EncSerialNum>", "ID": "ofdata24-4XXX-<EncSerialNum>", "OperatingSystem": { "Self": "http://10.20.30.40:80/Storage/Devices/ ofdata24-4XXX-<EncSerialNum>/OperatingSystem/", "Name": "Vendor Firmware", "OSType": { "ID": 59, Truncated Example Step 3 : Determine the Adapters URL by sending a GET to the device ID gathered in the previous step.
Page 121 4. Management User Guide 4.1 Open Composable API "HostName": "ofdata24-4XXX-<EncSerialNum>-iom-a-rfx-a", "Ports": "http://10.20.30.40:80/Storage/Devices/ofdata24-4XXX- <EncSerialNum>/Ports/?adapterid=1" Truncated Example Determine the IP address of the adapter that is attached to your host using the ports link. This Step 5 : will be the IP that is used to perform an to find drives connected on the fabric.
Page 122: Open Composable Gui
4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI 4.2 Open Composable GUI The Open Composable Graphical User Interface (OCGUI) is the graphical representation of all of the data shared up to the fabric by the OCAPI. This GUI is presented to the user by browsing to the IP address of any device on the fabric and the management port for each IOM.
Page 123: Login Page
4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI 4.2.2 Login Page The login page displays two panels. The left panel provides username and password fields for logging into the device. This panel also displays two options: • Dashboard NOC : Selected by default. Will timeout after 30 minutes if NOC is not selected. The NOC option enables the dashboard to display in the Network Operations Center (NOC) mode without timing out the session.
Page 124: Dashboard
4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI 4.2.3 Dashboard The Dashboard is the first page that will load when one logs into any of the fabric-attached devices or management ports. It provides vital statistics on the health and performance of all devices on the subnet configured on the Enclosure Manager.
Page 125 4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI The System Health section provides an overview of the health of the fabric network showing all OpenFlex devices visible on the network. . The interfaces of all devices on the same subnet as the Storage devices are queried when the page loads, and the pie chart is updated with their responses.
Page 126 4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI 4.2.3.3 System Utilization The System Utilization section displays the total, free, and used storage on the fabric. For the OpenFlex Data24 4000 Series , all storage capacity is presented as Used. 4.2.3.4 System Performance The System Performance section provides general system performance information for devices on the fabric.
Page 127 4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI The Storage Health modal provides an overview of the health of all storage devices visible on the fabric (those in the subnets of what is configured on the enclosure). The modal provides separate tables for fabric devices that are presenting different health states up to the OCGUI.
Page 128: Storage Device Page
4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI 4.2.4 Storage Device Page The storage device page presents all of the vital information related to a specific storage resource.
Page 129 4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI 4.2.4.1 Storage Device Health The storage Device Health section provides a visual summary of the health of the enclosure, including drives on the device. 4.2.4.2 Storage Device Utilization The storage Device Utilization section provides a visual summary of the available and used storage on the device.
Page 130 4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI 4.2.4.3 Storage Device Temperature The storage Maximum Temperature Sensor section provides a visual summary of the current Maximum Temperature of the device. When the Maximum Temperature Sensor is selected it will display the device with the highest temperature.
Page 131: Storage Administration
4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI 4.2.4.5 Storage Administration The storage device's Administration section allows system administrators to perform important management functions to the device. 4.2.4.6 Storage Accounts The storage device's Accounts section provides a list of all accounts that can access the device, as well as options for creating, modifying, and deleting accounts.
Page 132: Storage Location
4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI 4.2.4.7 Storage Location The storage device's Location section provides information about the physical location of the device and controls for setting or clearing location attributes. 4.2.4.8 Controllers...
Page 133: Power Supplies
4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI The storage device's Controllers section provides access to the IOMs that are connected to the device, and provides options for rebooting and configuring the DNS settings of the controllers. 4.2.4.9 Power Supplies The storage device's Power Supplies section provides access to the Power Supplies health statistics. 4.2.4.10 Cooling Devices The storage device's Cooling Devices section provides access to the Fans health statistics.
Page 134 4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI 4.2.4.12 Storage Sensors The storage device's Sensors section lists all the sensors present on the device hardware and reports the readings from those sensors. 4.2.4.13 Storage Device OS The storage Device OS section displays the device's firmware version and can be used to upgrade firmware.
Page 135: Basic Operational Functions
4.2.5 Basic Operational Functions This section provides instructions for basic operational functions that the user is likely to perform during the initial operation of the OpenFlex Data24 4000 Series , such as checking the system health, creating a user account, and so on.
Page 136 4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI mDNS has the ability to connect to the system using http://openflex- Note: data24-4x00-<product_SN>-ioma|b.<domain> when the corporate DHCP Server IP list may not be available. Step 2 : Enter a valid username and password, and click the Login button: Note: The default username/password is admin...
Page 137: Checking The Device Information
4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI The Device Actions window appears: Step 6 : Click the Open in a new tab/window option to open the device page in a new window. The device's dashboard appears in a new tab/window. 4.2.5.2 Checking System Health This task provides instructions for checking the health of the using the OCGUI, including: •...
Page 138 4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI Step 3 : Review the device information and ensure that its health status reports OK in the header. Checking the Administration Information Step 4 : Click the storage device's Administration icon: The Administration information appears:...
Page 139 4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI Checking Accounts Step 5 : Click the storage device's Accounts icon: The Accounts information appears: Checking the Location Step 6 : Click the storage device's Location icon: The Location information appears:...
Page 140 4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI Checking Controllers Step 7 : Click the device's Controllers icon: The Controllers information appears:...
Page 141: Checking The Fans
4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI Checking the Power Supplies Step 8 : Click the chassis's Power Supplies icon: The Power Supplies information appears: Step 9 : Review the power supply information and ensure that both PSUs report OK in the Health column.
Page 142 4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI Checking the Ports Step 12 : Click the chassis's Ports icon: The Ports information appears: Step 13 : Review the port information and ensure that each port is reporting OK in the Health column. Checking the Sensors Step 14 : Click the device's Sensors icon:...
Page 143 4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI Figure 182: Threshold Information Example Checking the Operating System (OS) Step 16 : Click the device's OS icon: Figure 183: Storage Device OS Icon The Device OS information appears: Figure 184: Storage Device OS Information Checking the Media Step 17 : Click the device's Media icon:...
Page 144 4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI 4.2.5.3 Creating a Secure HTTPS Connection This task provides instructions for creating a secure HTTPS connection for the OpenFlex Data24 4000 Series using the OCGUI. The OCGUI provides a feature for uploading a customer-generated SSL/TLS certificate and key, based on the IP address and/or DNS name, to create a fully-secure HTTPS connection to a device.
Page 145 4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI Step 4 : Click the Select File button: Step 5 : Navigate to the location of the appropriate PEM files for the Certificate File and Key File fields: Note: The files are not validated. It is the user's responsibility to ensure that the correct file is chosen for the appropriate field.
Page 146 4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI Step 6 : Click the Next button: The TLS Certificate & Key Pair confirmation window updates, showing the Upload TLS Certificate & Key Pair step:...
Page 147 4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI Confirm that the correct files are listed for Certificate and Key . If so, select the Please Confirm Step 7 : checkbox and click the Upload Certificate & Key button: The TLS Certificate & Key Pair confirmation window closes, and the device's dashboard appears.
Page 148 4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI Figure 193: Storage Device Information Icon The Device Information appears: Figure 194: Storage Device Information Click the Device Logs button: Step 9 : The Device Log Viewer appears:...
Page 149: Creating Accounts
Confirm that the chosen certificate file is one of the selectable options. If so, a secure HTTPS connection has been established: 4.2.5.4 Creating Accounts This task provides instructions for creating a user account on the OpenFlex Data24 4000 Series using the OCGUI.
Page 150 4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI Accounts must be created on both IOMs. Note: Navigate to the storage device (see Step 1 : Navigating to a Device (page 127) Step 2 : Click the device's Accounts icon: Figure 197: Storage Device Accounts Icon The Accounts information appears: Figure 198: Storage Device Accounts Information Step 3 :...
Page 151 The Accounts information appears, showing the newly created account: Figure 203: Storage Device New Account 4.2.5.5 Configuring a Location This task includes instructions for configuring location information for the OpenFlex Data24 4000 Series using the OCGUI. Step 1 : Navigate to the storage device (see...
Page 152 4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI Click the device's Location icon: Step 2 : Figure 204: Storage Device Location Icon The Location information appears:...
Page 153: Changing The Default Administrator Password
4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI Each location attribute can be assigned a value by clicking its pencil icon in the Value column. Step 3 : Add the appropriate text to the field, and click the check mark to save the value. Enter all of the values that apply.
Page 154 4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI Step 5 : Type the new Administrator password into the Password and Confirmation fields. Note: The passwords need to match in order to continue. Step 6 : Click the Update button. The administrator password will be updated.
Page 155: Configuring An Ntp Server
4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI 4.2.5.7 Configuring an NTP Server This procedure will provide information on changing the default administrator password using OCGUI. It is highly recommended that this accomplished as part of the initialization process. Note: Navigate to the storage device (see Step 1 : Navigating to a Device (page 127) Step 2 :...
Page 156 4.2.5.8 Editing Port Information This task provides instructions for editing the port information for the OpenFlex Data24 4000 Series using the OCGUI. Step 1 : Navigate to the storage device (see Navigating to a Device (page 127) Step 2 :...
Page 157 4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI Figure 216: Storage Device Ports Information Step 3 : To edit the port information for an IOM, click the pencil icon next to that port's Adapter name. The port will be updated and reset, resulting in dropping any active Note: connections.
Page 158 4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI Step 5 : Select the Please Confirm checkbox to confirm the edits: Step 6 : Click the Update button to save the updates: 4.2.5.9 Obtaining the Drive NQN Value Navigate to the storage device (see Step 1 : Navigating to a Device (page 127)
Page 159: Device Sharing
4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI Click the device's Media icon: Step 2 : Figure 219: Storage Media Icon The Media information appears: Figure 220: Storage Media Information Step 3 : Review the Durable Name value next to the devices to view the NQN value. 4.2.6 Device Sharing Device sharing allows a single NVMe device to be shared across multiple RapidFlex A2000 Fabric Bridges.
Page 160 4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI The Management Processor is the only entity that can directly issue NVMe Admin commands to the backend NVMe device. Using Virtual NVMe Admin Queues, A2000 can be connected to the device switch and any host to which A2000 connects.
Page 161: Maintenance
Step 6 : Repeat the previous steps to enable the other device. 4.2.7 Maintenance For the OpenFlex Data24 4000 Series , maintenance includes the options to reboot, put a device to sleep, and factory reset the enclosure.. 4.2.7.1 Rebooting a Storage Device This task provides instructions for rebooting an OpenFlex™ Data24 4000 Series storage device using the OCGUI.
Page 162 4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI Step 3 : Click the Reboot button: A window appears, prompting the user to confirm the reboot: Click Reboot : Step 4 : Step 5 : The storage device will reboot, rendering it unavailable until the reboot is complete. 4.2.7.2 Putting the Storage Device to Sleep This task provides instructions for putting the storage device to sleep using the OCGUI.
Page 163 4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI The Administration information appears: Step 3 : Click the Sleep button: A window appears, prompting the user to confirm the reboot: Step 4 : Click Sleep : Step 5 : The storage device will go to sleep, rendering it unavailable.
Page 164 User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI 4.2.7.3 Factory Reseting a Storage Device This task provides instructions for factory reseting on an OpenFlex Data24 4000 Series storage device using the OCGUI. Before you begin: The Factory Reset feature does the following: • Sets the network setting back to default (100G and 1G ports on both IOMs) •...
Page 165 R esult: T he enclosure will shut down and automatically restart once the factory reset procedure is complete. 4.2.7.4 Enabling LDAP on a Storage Device This task provides instructions to enable LDAP on a OpenFlex Data24 4000 Series storage device using the OCGUI. Navigate to the storage device (see Step 1 :...
Page 166 4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI The LDAP / AD window will appear. Step 4 : Type a Hostname or IP Address and LDAP Domain in the fields of the LDAP / AD window. Step 5 : Click UPDATE . The LDAP / AD window will close and the IP Address and the Hostname will update in the LDAP Server section.
Page 167 4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI Step 6 : Click ADD GROUP . The Add Group window will appear. Step 7 : Type a Group Name and select a role from the options.
Page 168 4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI Step 8 : Click ADD GROUP . The Group and Role are added to the LDAP Server section. Step 9 : From the Add Group window, click Close .
Page 169 4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI Step 10 : From the LDAP Server, click MODIFY . The LDAP / AD window appears. Step 11 : From the LDAP / AD window, click the Disabled option slider to enable the LDAP Server. The slider option will now display as Enabled.
Page 170 4. Management User Guide 4.2 Open Composable GUI...
Page 171: Firmware Upgrade
The Western Digital Enterprise Support Center will appear. Step 2 : Log in to the Western Digital Enterprise Support Center using a valid email address and password: If you do not have registered Western Digital account, you may request Note: one by clicking Request access now and selecting Enterprise Support from the access options before proceeding with the request.
Page 172 4.3 Firmware Upgrade The support portal will appear. Click the Downloads option from the top banner. Step 3 : The Western Digital downloads page will appear. Choose a product from the Select Product dropdown list. Step 4 : Note: Filenames will vary, depending on the options chosen from the Select Product section.
Page 173: Upgrading Firmware
Download a file by clicking the chosen file. The file will automatically download. 4.3.2 Upgrading Firmware This task provides instructions for upgrading firmware on the OpenFlex Data24 4000 Series using the OCGUI. Before you begin: Ensure that there are no control/configuration operations occurring during the Attention: firmware upgrade.
Page 174 4. Management User Guide 4.3 Firmware Upgrade Figure 259: Storage Device OS Icon The Device OS information appears: Figure 260: Storage Device OS Information Step 3 : Click the Update OS button: The Update OS window appears, showing the Browse & Select File step: Step 4 : Click Select File , navigate to the location of the new firmware download, select the file, and click Open...
Page 175 4. Management User Guide 4.3 Firmware Upgrade The Upload OS window updates, showing an upload status: Step 7 : After the device has rebooted, click the storage device's OS icon: The Device OS information appears: Review the Device OS information to verify the firmware version by selecting the device and Step 8 : going to the Device Logs.
Page 176: Drive Firmware Upgrade
4. Management User Guide 4.3 Firmware Upgrade 4.3.3 Drive Firmware Upgrade This section provides instructions for updating drives firmware on the OpenFlex Data24 4000 Series using NVMe-CLI. Before you begin: Attention: Ensure that all drive I/O has been halted before initiating any drive firmware updates.
Page 177 4. Management User Guide 4.3 Firmware Upgrade to activate firmware and commit to install the loaded firmware version. Step 4 : fw-activate nvme fw-activate /dev/nvme3 -s 3 -a 3 Note: When updating drive firmware use nvme fw-activate action 3. The firmware is successfully committed and the SSDs will reset. Step 5 : Confirm the firmware version that is now loaded on the drive use and review the ouput.
Page 178: Enclosure Pullout Tabs
Figure 273: Chassis Pullout Tab Location 4.5 In-band Enclosure Management The OpenFlex Data24 4000 Series provides In-Band Enclosure Management functionality through the OCAPI and OCGUI. To leverage the In-Band Management features, users must install a standalone version of the openflex-api software onto an initiator or host and connect a management device that is presented up...
Page 179: Supported Nvme-Cli Commands
(drives only) Supported format Supported 4.6.2 Unsupported NVMe Drive Level Commands The following is a list of unsupported NVMe drive level commands for OpenFlex Data24 4000 Series . Table 36: Usupported NVMe Drive Command NVMe-MI Send/Receive Directive Send/Receive Virtualization Management...
Page 180: In This Chapter
Safety In This Chapter: - Electrostatic Discharge....................173 - Optimizing Location....................173 - Power Connections..................... 173 - Power Cords........................173 - Rack-Mountable Systems..................174 - Safety and Service...................... 174 - Safety Warnings and Cautions................175...
Page 181: Electrostatic Discharge
5.1 Electrostatic Discharge CAUTION Electrostatic discharge can harm delicate components inside Western Digital products. Electrostatic discharge (ESD) is a discharge of stored static electricity that can damage equipment and impair electrical circuitry. It occurs when electronic components are improperly handled and can result in complete or intermittent failures.
Page 182: Rack-Mountable Systems
All maintenance and service actions appropriate to the end-users are described in the product documentation. All other servicing should be referred to a Western Digital-authorized service technician. To avoid shock hazard, turn off power to the unit by unplugging both power cords before servicing the unit.
Page 183: Safety Warnings And Cautions
5. Safety User Guide 5.7 Safety Warnings and Cautions Use caution when accessing part of the product that are labeled as potential shock hazards, hazardous access to moving parts such as fan blades. 5.7 Safety Warnings and Cautions To avoid personal injury or property damage, before you begin installing the product, read, observe, and adhere to all of the following safety instructions and information.
Page 184: Chapter 6. Regulatory
Regulatory In This Chapter: - Country Certifications....................177 - Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Class A Compliance......177 - Restricted Access Location..................177 - Regulatory Statement of Compliance..............177 - Europe (CE Declaration of Conformity)...............178 - FCC Class A Notice....................178 - ICES-003 Class A Notice—Avis NMB-003, Classe A........179 - Japanese Compliance Statement, Class A ITE..........179 - South Korea Warning Label Statement, Class A ITE........
Page 185: Country Certifications
6. Regulatory User Guide 6.1 Country Certifications 6.1 Country Certifications Table 37: Country Certifications Country/Region Authority or Mark Australia/New Zealand European Union Great Britain UKCA Israel Japan VCCI Korea MSIP North America (Canada, USA) Nemko Taiwan BSMI 6.2 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Class A Compliance The DCS0011 complies with and conforms to the latest international standards as applicable: Emissions...
Page 186: Europe (Ce Declaration Of Conformity)
European Union, including the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (2014/30/EU) and the Low Voltage Directive (2014/30/EU). A “Declaration of Conformity” in accordance with the applicable directives has been made and is on file at Western Digital Europe. • Ecodesign Directive (2019/424/EU) • RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU...
Page 187: Ices-003 Class A Notice-Avis Nmb-003, Classe A
Any modifications made to this device that are not approved by Western Digital may void the authority granted to the user by the FCC to operate equipment.
Page 188: Taiwan Warning Label Statement, Class A Ite
6. Regulatory User Guide 6.10 Taiwan Warning Label Statement, Class A ITE 6.10 Taiwan Warning Label Statement, Class A ITE English translation: This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case, the user may be required to take adequate measures.

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