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- Page 1 FlashBlade//E DC Quick Installation Guide 50-0215-00...
- Page 2 FURNISHING, PERFORMANCE, OR USE OF THIS DOCUMENTATION. THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENTATION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. Pure Storage, Inc. 2555 Augustine Drive, 1st Floor, Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA http:// www.purestorage.com Direct comments to DocumentFeedback@purestorage.com. CONFIDENTIAL-UNDER CUSTOMER AND PARTNER NDA.
- Page 3 Table of Contents Chapter 1 Conventions and Guidelines.................... 4 Chapter 2 Before You Begin....................... 7 Preparing for Installation............................. 7 Chapter 3 Unpacking the Chassis..................... 9 Chapter 4 Installing the Chassis Rails..................... 12 Mount the Chassis into the Rack........................13 Chapter 5 Installing DirectFlash Modules..................16 Chapter 6 Powering on Chassis Equipped with DC PSUs............
- Page 4 Chapter 1 Conventions and Guidelines The following convention symbols and guidelines appear in Pure Storage documentation. Document Conventions Symbol Meaning Potential for injury, physical damage, or loss of data or system configuration information Best practice Supplementary instruction For your information Indicates a need for login access to a FlashBlade or involvement from Pure Storage Technical Services.
- Page 5 Conventions and Guidelines protection devices connected to a UL certified 50A (or equivalent 50A) circuit breaker for each PSU. • Verify that all electrical connections are grounded before powering on the system. • Do not open chassis or other components unless you are a qualified service representative performing a procedure approved by Pure Storage.
- Page 6 Conventions and Guidelines • Ensure all components, including power supply modules (PSM), power supply units (PSU), and blank panels are installed before powering on or operating a FlashBlade or XFM-8400/EFM-3200e. • Do not remove faulty components until replacements are available. CONFIDENTIAL-UNDER CUSTOMER AND PARTNER NDA.
- Page 7 Chapter 2 Before You Begin Contact Pure Storage Technical Services for assistance. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. • Online and international technical support: https://support.purestorage.com • Email: support@purestorage.com • Telephone: (800) 379-7873 Preparing for Installation Installation Time: Approximately 3 to 4 hours.
- Page 8 Before You Begin | Preparing for Installation • Before connecting any network cables to the FlashBlade//E chassis and XFM-8400 / EFM-3200e modules, you must first upgrade the Purity//FB software to the appropriate version for all components. If necessary, contact Pure Storage Technical Services for guidance. •...
- Page 9 Chapter 3 Unpacking the Chassis FlashBlade//E systems are available with DC power supply units. Remove all protective packaging and covers from the components. Verify the package contains all the listed items in the shipping invoice and photograph any damages incurred during transit. If there are missing items or damages, contact Pure Storage Technical Services for assistance with findings.
- Page 10 Unpacking the Chassis Table 3.1 Packaged Contents Callout Description FlashBlade//E chassis and components: • 2 x Fabric I/O Modules • 4 x DC PSUs • 10 x blades Note: The chassis is attached to the pallet brackets. To remove the chassis: Remove the 3 screws from each bracket.
- Page 11 Unpacking the Chassis Table 3.1 Packaged Contents (continued) Callout Description Overpack cover CONFIDENTIAL-UNDER CUSTOMER AND PARTNER NDA.
- Page 12 Chapter 4 Installing the Chassis Rails The FlashBladeFlashBlade//E chassis packaging includes a pair of chassis rails which are labeled Right and Left. The rails have locating pins (for square- and round-hole racks) or positioning studs (visible if you unscrew and remove the locating pins for threaded-hole racks) for aligning with the holes in the rack. (Square-hole racks only) Install the #10-32 cage nuts (included with the rail kit) onto the back side of the front rack post.
- Page 13 Installing the Chassis Rails | Mount the Chassis into the Rack Extend the rear of the rail until the locating pins or positioning studs reach the rear mounting post, and press the rail into the rear post until the latch engages. The left rail is shown in this example. Figure 4.3 Installing a Rail (Rear Post) (All rack types) Secure the rear of each rail to the rack with the screws provided in the Rail Kit.
- Page 14 Installing the Chassis Rails | Mount the Chassis into the Rack Use a mechanical lift to raise the chassis to the desired height in the rack. Set the rear of the chassis onto the rails and remove the rear handles while using the mechanical lift to support the front of the chassis.
- Page 15 Installing the Chassis Rails | Mount the Chassis into the Rack Figure 4.7 Mounting on Rack, Part 3 Slide the chassis completely into the rack. Ensure the chassis ears are flush with the front of the rack. Secure the chassis ears to the front of the rack post with the two screws provided in the rail kit. Open the slam latches on the chassis front panel and thread the screw through each slam-latch hole that lines up with the cage nuts previously installed in the rack posts.
- Page 16 Chapter 5 Installing DirectFlash Modules DirectFlash Modules (DFMe) must be installed into the slot in sequential order (1-2-3-4). Each blade must have the same number of DFMes installed. Figure 5.1 DFMe Slot Numbers Locate the boxes with DirectFlash Modules and prepare them for installation. Working with one DFMe box at a time: Prepare the DFMe for insertion by opening the front latch fully.
- Page 17 Installing DirectFlash Modules Figure 5.2 Inserting the DFMe Carrier Continue populating the remaining slots with the DFMes in the box, 4 per blade. Make sure the drive module front panels are flush with the chassis front panel. Check the latch on each module is engaged by pulling gently on it unit you feel resistance.
- Page 18 Chapter 6 Powering on Chassis Equipped with DC PSUs Connect the Grounding Wire A qualified electrician must perform all connections to facility DC power and safety grounds. The system must be safety grounded at the cabinet frame. All electrical wiring must comply with applicable local or national codes and practices.
- Page 19 Powering on Chassis Equipped with DC PSUs Request for a qualified electrician to connect the unterminated end of the grounding cable to the rack ground stud. Attach the grounding wire to the metal surface of the rack or a grounding conductor. Connect the DC Power Cords A qualified electrician must perform all connections to facility DC power and safety grounds.
- Page 20 Powering on Chassis Equipped with DC PSUs Figure 6.3 2000W DC Power Cord Polarity The 2000W DC power cord wires are unterminated. The customer must supply wire terminals that fit their installation. Use a crimping tool to install terminals to the two wires in the cord. Insert the plug fully into the socket until it latches.
- Page 21 Powering on Chassis Equipped with DC PSUs Figure 6.5 Securing the Power Cord Connect the PSU1 and PSU2 power cords to an DC power distribution unit. After connecting the power, the Fabric I/O Module (FIOM) LEDs illuminate and the fans begin to spin up. Connect the PSU3 and PSU4 power cords to a separate DC power distribution unit for redundancy.
- Page 22 Powering on Chassis Equipped with DC PSUs Table 6.1 Power Supply Unit Status LED Callout LED Status Description PSU LED status (on each PSU) Green if OK. Amber if PSU faulty, or if it has no input power while the other PSU is powered. Off if power disconnected from entire chassis.
- Page 23 Chapter 7 Connecting Console and Management Cables Contact Pure Storage Technical Services for additional setup instructions. Do not proceed until directed. Connect a USB-to-Serial cable to FIOM 1 CONSOLE (IOIOI) port to start the initial setup process. Figure 7.1 FIOM Ports Table 7.1 FIOM Port Information Callout...
- Page 24 Chapter 8 Installing the Bezel on EC Chassis Install the bezel only on the EC chassis. Bezels are not included with EX chassis. Remove the bezel from the protective package. Remove the protective film from the front surface of the bezel. Align the bezel with the associated features on the EC chassis ears and press into place.
- Page 25 Chapter 9 Product Note For more information about the Pure Storage products, scan the QR code or follow the link (https:// support.purestorage.com/category/m_flashblade). Figure 9.1 Support QR Code CONFIDENTIAL-UNDER CUSTOMER AND PARTNER NDA.
- Page 26 Pure Storage, Inc. X: @purestorage 2555 Augustine Drive, 1st Floor Santa Clara, CA 95054 800-379-7873 Sales: sales@purestorage.com Support: support@purestorage.com Media: pr@purestorage.com General: info@purestorage.com...
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