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Fibre Channel User's Guide
Congratulations on purchasing Intergraph's state-of-the-art Fibre Channel storage solution. If
you are a manager, you will find this solution gives you matchless performance in a cost-
competitive storage device. If you are a technician, you will find this solution easy to install,
reliable, and easy to maintain. If you are a user, you will enjoy fast access to a vast expanse of
storage space.
Using This Document
The Fibre Channel User's Guide contains all the information you need to install and use your
Fibre Channel disk array. This document is organized as follows:
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SS-1200 FCAL Rack Installation and User Guide describes how to install, configure, and
connect the Fibre Channel enclosure to your system, and how to use and maintain it.
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SS-1200 FCAL LRC Input/Output Module Installation Guide describes how to install the
Fibre Channel Arbitrated Loop (FCAL) Loop Resiliency Circuit (LRC) input/output (I/O)
modules in the Fibre Channel enclosure.
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SS-1200 FCAL Drive Carrier Module Installation Guide describes how to install the FCAL
drive carrier modules in the Fibre Channel enclosure.

Before You Begin

CAUTION
To protect the Fibre Channel enclosure and related equipment from electrostatic
discharge, wear an anti-static wrist strap when setting up or reconfiguring the
enclosure.
WARNING
To avoid damage to the enclosure's power supply, set the voltage range
switch on the power supply to the proper AC line voltage for your location
(115 V or 220 V) before you connect the power cord and turn on power to
the enclosure.

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hardware maintenance, system administration, and network consulting. Hardware purchased
from Intergraph Computer Systems includes a factory warranty ranging from 30 days to three
years. A detailed warranty description is available on the World Wide Web; see the Support
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  • Page 1: Before You Begin

    Using This Document The Fibre Channel User’s Guide contains all the information you need to install and use your Fibre Channel disk array. This document is organized as follows: SS-1200 FCAL Rack Installation and User Guide describes how to install, configure, and connect the Fibre Channel enclosure to your system, and how to use and maintain it.
  • Page 2 On these pages, you can get news and product information, technical support information, software updates and fixes, and more. On the Intergraph Bulletin Board Service (IBBS), you can get technical support information, software updates and fixes, and more. Using a modem (eight data bits, no parity, one stop bit, any baud rate up to 14,400), call 1-256-730-8786.
  • Page 3 SS-1200-FCAL Rack Installation and User Guide Part No. 19933-01 Issue 1.0 June 01, 1998...
  • Page 4 SS-1200-FCAL User Guide Notices The information in this document is subject to change without notice. While every effort has been made to ensure that all information in this document is accurate, the Authors accept no liability for any errors that may arise. No part of this document may be transmitted or copied in any form, or by any means, for any purpose, without the written permission of the Authors.

  • Page 5: International Standards

    Preface International Standards The Xyratex SS-1200 series storage system complies with the requirements of the following agencies and standards: • CE to IEC 950/EN60951 • UL • cUL Potential for Radio Frequency Interference USA Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.

  • Page 6: Moving And Handling

    SS-1200-FCAL User Guide • A trifurcated power cord, as supplied with the SS-1200-FCAL system, must be used in order to safely provide a single power disconnect point. • If a power cord is not supplied with your SS-1200-FCAL system, a power cord suitable for the country of destination and for use with the SS-1200 system application should be provided.

  • Page 7: Data Security

    Preface Data Security • Power down your host computer and all attached peripheral devices before beginning installation. • Each enclosure contains up to 12 removable disk drive modules. Disk units are fragile. Handle them with care, and keep them away from strong magnetic fields. •...

  • Page 8: Preface

    Who should use this guide This user guide assumes that you have a working knowledge of the Fibre Channel Arbitrated Loop (FC-AL) environment into which you are installing the SS-1200-FCAL system. If you do not have these skills, or are not confident with the instructions in this guide, do not proceed with the installation.

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents International Standards ............................iii Potential for Radio Frequency Interference ......................iii European Regulations ............................. iii Safety ..................................iii Moving and Handling ............................. iv Data Security ................................v ESD Precautions ............................... v Year 2000 Compliance ............................. v Special Tools and Equipment ........................... v Preface ..................................
  • Page 10 SS-1200-FCAL User Guide 2.3.2 Rack Mounting Rail Kit ........................15 2.3.3 Chassis Installation ......................... 16 2.3.4 Power Supply/Cooling Module Installation ..................17 2.3.5 ESI/Ops Panel Module Installation ....................19 2.3.6 Other Plug-in Modules ........................22 2.3.7 Interface Cabling ..........................22 2.3.8 Blank Plates .............................

  • Page 11: Introduction

    Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction 1.1 The SS-1200-FCAL System Figure 1–1 The SS-1200-FCAL System 1.2 The Enclosure Core Product The SS-1200-FCAL design concept is based on a subsystem together with a set of plug-in modules. The Salient SS- 1200-FCAL subsystem as supplied comprises: •...

  • Page 12: Enclosure Chassis

    SS-1200-FCAL User Guide • An Enclosure System Interface/Operators Panel (ESI/Ops) plug-in module (see Figure 1–5). • Blank plates, as required to complete your required configuration and installation. • FC-AL Drive Carrier Modules and associated front dummy fascia plates. (See Figure 1–10).

  • Page 13: Tower Option

    Introduction 1.2.2 Tower Option An optional tower kit is available, which can be fitted to the rack chassis described here. Separate documentation is provided with this option. 1.3 The Plug-in Modules An SS-1200-FCAL Enclosure requires one or more of the following modules for normal operation: 1.3.1 Power Supply/Cooling Module Two Power Supply/Cooling modules are supplied mounted in the rear of the enclosure as part of the subsystem core...

  • Page 14: Enclosure System Interface/Operators Panel Module

    SS-1200-FCAL User Guide 1.3.2 Enclosure System Interface/Operators Panel Module Supplied as part of the Enclosure core product, a typical Enclosure System Interface/Operators (ESI/Ops) panel module is shown in Figure 1–5. Figure 1–5 ESI/Ops Panel Module The(ESI/Ops) Panel provides the enclosure with a micro controller which is used to monitor and control all elements of the Enclosure.
  • Page 15 Introduction ESI/Ops Panel Figure 1–7 ESI/Ops Panel (Rear mounting) Important Because the physical dimensions of the rear or front facing variants are different and they are not interchangeable, they must each be ordered under their own unique part number. 1.3.2.1 Ops Panel Indicators and Switches The Operator Panel includes Light Emitting diodes (LEDs) which show the status for all modules and an Audible Alarm which indicates when a fault state is present.
  • Page 16 SS-1200-FCAL User Guide System Drive Power/Cooling Standby Securing Latch Alarm Mute Run/Service Figure 1–8 Ops Panel Indicators and Switches 1.3.2.2 Manual Spin up Jumper A manual spin-up jumper can be fitted to the rear panel of the ESI/Ops module, it is used to disable the auto spin start function.

  • Page 17: Drive Carrier Modules

    Introduction 1.3.3 Drive Carrier Modules Please refer to separate installation guide for device specific information. Figure 1–10 Drive Carrier Module 1.3.4 Loop Resiliency Circuit Input/Output Module (FC) Please refer to separate installation guide for details. (SS-1200-FCAL LRC I/O Module Installation Guide). The FC-AL Backplane incorporates two independent loops formed by Port Bypass Circuits within the Loop Resiliency Circuit (LRC) I/O modules.

  • Page 18: Blank Plates

    SS-1200-FCAL User Guide 1.3.5 Blank Plates Blank plates must be fitted over all vacant bays at the rear of the enclosure as shown in Figure 1–12. There are three sizes of blank plate available: – Single bay Rear blank plates –...

  • Page 19: Anti-Tamper Locks

    Introduction 1.3.8 Anti-tamper Locks Anti-tamper locks may be fitted in the drive carrier handles (Figure 1–13) and are accessed through the hole in the lower part of the handle trim piece.These are provided to disable the normal “Push/Push” latch action of the handle. To lock turn 90º...

  • Page 20: Power Cord

    SS-1200-FCAL User Guide Power consumption (Normal 800 VA operation 12 x 9GB Drives) Power supply peak & operational 6.5 A Nominal @ 110V 10.5 A Peak @ 110V currents (per supply) Inrush Current 40/80 A @ 110/220VAC (25° cold start 1 PSU) 1.4.4 Power Cord (minimum requirements)

  • Page 21: Interfaces

    Introduction 1.4.6 Interfaces Drive support See drive carrier specification Attachment Dual 12 drive FC-AL Loops Passive Backplane with 2 Loop Resiliency Circuit (LRC) I/O Module. FC-AL DB9 cables Maximum external cable length: Tx/Rx - 30m Tx only (daisy chain) - 15m MIA supported Tx/Rx connector only 1.4.7...
  • Page 22 SS-1200-FCAL User Guide...

  • Page 23: Getting Started

    Getting Started Chapter 2 Getting Started 2.1 Introduction In this chapter, you are shown how to install your SS-1200-FCAL Enclosure and plug-in modules into an industry standard 19 inch rack cabinet. Caution When connecting up the SS-1200-FCAL subsystem, use only approved power cords. 2.2 Planning Your Installation Before you begin installation you should become familiar with the configuration requirements of your SS-1200- FCAL system, detailed in...
  • Page 24 SS-1200-FCAL User Guide Table 2–1 SS-1200-FCAL Configuration Module Location I/O Modules The Primary Module must be fitted in Bay 3/1. A second module (providing a second loop path to all drives) may be fitted in Bay 3/3. ESI/Ops Panel (variants •...

  • Page 25: Enclosure Bay Numbering Convention

    Getting Started 2.2.1 Enclosure Bay Numbering Convention The enclosure bay numbering convention is shown in Figure 2–1. A Bay is defined as the space required to house a single 1.6" high 3.5 inch disk drive in its carrier module. e.g. a 1 x 3 bay module would take the space of 1 drive width by 3 drive bays high (in the rack mount configuration).

  • Page 26: Chassis Installation

    SS-1200-FCAL User Guide Figure 2–2 Rack Mounting Rail kit 2.3.2.1 Parts Check List • Rack Mounting Rail Kit. 2.3.2.2 Installation Procedure Please see detail drawings supplied with the rack mounting rail kit for assembly details. 2.3.3 Chassis Installation 2.3.3.1 Parts Check List •...

  • Page 27: Power Supply/Cooling Module Installation

    Getting Started If supplied, fit the rear hold down brackets at the rear of the unit (4 screws) do not tighten. Screw the 4 front rack mount screws through the flanges and tighten. If supplied, tighten the rear hold down bracket ensuring the bracket is in tight contact to both the side and top of the chassis to avoid any movement of the chassis in the rack.
  • Page 28 SS-1200-FCAL User Guide PSU/Cooling Module Bay Figure 2–4 Power Supply/Cooling Module Location (Bay 4 shown) Hold the latch while pushing the module gently home into the bay, ensure that it is fully engaged and that the retention latches are engaged into the chassis (See Figure 2–5).

  • Page 29: Esi/Ops Panel Module Installation

    Getting Started Figure 2–6 Fitting the Earth Screw 2.3.5 ESI/Ops Panel Module Installation 2.3.5.1 Parts Check List • Front ESI/Ops Panel Module OR Rear ESI/Ops Panel Module • Ops panel key(s) • Jumper 2 pin 2.3.5.2 Manual Spin-up Jumper This jumper is provided to disable the auto spin start function. Caution If this jumper is fitted the Enclosure services will not attempt to auto start any of the drives in the enclosure.
  • Page 30 SS-1200-FCAL User Guide Manual Spin up Jumper Figure 2–7 Manual Spin -up Jumper Figure 2–8 Installing the ESI/Ops Panel (Front Mounting)
  • Page 31 Getting Started Figure 2–9 ESI/Ops Panel: Front Installation Figure 2–10 Installing the ESI/Ops Panel (Rear Mounting) 2.3.5.4 ESI/Ops Panel Installation Procedure Caution Check that the Ops panel keys are included with the module. If they cannot be accounted for they may have been discarded with the packaging.

  • Page 32: Other Plug-In Modules

    SS-1200-FCAL User Guide Figure 2–11 ESI/Ops Panel: Rear Installation 2.3.6 Other Plug-in Modules Please refer to the relevant SS-1200-FCAL Installation Guides for information on the ILRC I/O Module and Drive Carrier Module installation procedures. Important Ensure that all plug-in modules are installed BEFORE fitting blanking plates (see Section.2.3.8). 2.3.7 Interface Cabling Please refer to the SS-1200-FCAL LRC I/O Module Installation manual for details of interface cable attachments.

  • Page 33: Power Cord Connection

    Getting Started 2.3.8.1 Parts Check List where applicable: • Single bay Rear Blank plates • 1x2 bay Rear Blank plates • 1x3 bay Rear Blank plates Operation of the enclosure with ANY blank plates or rear modules missing will disrupt the airflow Warning and the drives will not receive sufficient cooling.
  • Page 34 SS-1200-FCAL User Guide...

  • Page 35: Operation

    Operation Chapter 3 Operation 3.1 Before You Begin Before powering up the enclosure please ensure that all the modules are firmly seated in their correct bays and that Blank plates are fitted in any remaining bays. 3.2 Power On Do not operate the subsystem until the ambient temperature is within the specified operating range. If the drives have been recently installed ensure they have had time to acclimatize before operating them.

  • Page 36: Run Mode (Normal Operation)

    SS-1200-FCAL User Guide Notes All LEDs on the Ops panel should be lit Green at power up to indicate that the system is functioning correctly. (The UPS LED will be lit Green with or without UPS fitted.) If any alarms sound shortly after power on then a problem exists and the procedure in , ”Troubleshooting and Problem Solving”...

  • Page 37: Starting The Drives

    Operation Under Normal conditions the following LEDs should all be illuminated constant GREEN LED Indicators Symbol System Status Drive Status Power & Cooling Status UPS Status Power Standby Status Switches • Push-button Audible Alarm Mute • Push-button Standby/Operational switch • Rotary Keylock - Run/Service activate If a problem is detected the ESI processor will change the color of the relevant LED to AMBER.

  • Page 38: Disk Drives Leds

    SS-1200-FCAL User Guide • The 'Manual start' option jumper has been fitted to the ESI/Ops panel module during installation, thus disabling the drive auto start function. If manual start has been selected, then Drive Start commands must be issued to each drive in order to start their motors •...

  • Page 39: Troubleshooting And Problem Solving

    Troubleshooting Chapter 4 Troubleshooting and Problem Solving 4.1 Overview The SS-1200-FCAL Enclosure includes a processor and associated monitoring and control logic to enable it to diagnose problems within the enclosure’s power, cooling and drive systems. The Enclosure Services Processor is housed along with the Operator Panel either in the front or rear of the enclosure. The sensors for power, cooling and thermal conditions are housed within the Power Supply/Cooling modules.

  • Page 40: Audible Alarm

    SS-1200-FCAL User Guide Table 4–1 Ops Panel LED Status Green Steady Green/Amber Amber Steady Section Flashing Ref No. Power/ Cooling Power off/ All PSUs & Fans Not Used Any PSU or Fan 4.5.2 Standby fault UPS Status Not used on FC-AL Enclosure Standby No AC supply Standby OR...

  • Page 41: Audible Alarm Mute

    Troubleshooting 4.3.1 Audible Alarm Mute When the Audible Alarm sounds, it may be muted by pressing the Alarm Mute push-button until a double beep is heard (approximately 1 second). The Alarm Mute push-button is located beneath the indicators on the Operator Panel (see Figure 4–1).

  • Page 42: Power Supply/Cooling Faults

    SS-1200-FCAL User Guide 4.5.2 Power Supply/Cooling Faults Symptom Cause Action 1 Operator Panel Power 1 Any power fault. 1 Check Power On/Off Switch on rear of Supply/Cooling LED Power Supply/Cooling module is 2 A fan failure. AMBER (~ and Fan switched ON.(not accessible on later Symbol).

  • Page 43: Thermal Alarm

    Troubleshooting 4.5.4 Thermal Alarm Symptom Cause Action 1 Operator Panel Power If the internal temperature 1 Check local ambient environment Supply/Cooling LED measured in the airflow through temperature is below the upper 40°C AMBER (~ and Fan the enclosure exceeds a pre-set specification.

  • Page 44: Fc-Al Drive Carrier Module Faults

    SS-1200-FCAL User Guide 4.6 FC-AL Drive Carrier Module Faults Disk drive status is monitored by a Green LED and an Amber LED mounted on the front of each Drive Carrier Module, providing the following indications: Condition Status Action GREEN • No drive fitted •...

  • Page 45: Power Supply/Cooling Module

    Troubleshooting 4.9.1 Power Supply/Cooling Module 4.9.1.1 Removing the Module Warning Do not remove the faulty Power Supply/Cooling module unless you have a replacement unit of the correct type ready for insertion. If a power supply unit or its fan is faulty, you must replace the whole power supply/cooling module. If you have two or three power supply units installed, you can continue working while replacing the faulty module.

  • Page 46: Esi/Ops Panel Module

    SS-1200-FCAL User Guide Figure 4–3 Fitting the Grounding Screw 4.9.2 ESI/Ops Panel Module 4.9.2.1 Removing the Module Important This module is designed for Hot Plug replacement. In order to ensure that there is no loss of system availability during replacement, the enclosure DEFAULT state with the ESI module removed is Power On.

  • Page 47: List Of Spare Parts And Ancillary Items

    Troubleshooting 4.9.2.2 Inserting the Module Install the module by sliding into the correct bay (1/1 at front or 3/1 at rear) ensuring the module has docked with the connector and the retention clip has engaged with the chassis. (Figure 4–5) Caution TheESI/Ops panel module variants are not interchangeable, a front mountied module cannote be installed in the rear mounting position and vice versa.
  • Page 48 SS-1200-FCAL User Guide...

  • Page 49: Glossary

    Glossary Glossary In glossary definitions, italics are used for items defined elsewhere in the glossary and bold is used for the items shown in brackets after the main heading of the entry. ASCII American Standard Code for Information Interchange. A 7-bit binary code (0’s, 1’s) used to represent letters, numbers, and special characters such as $,!, and /.
  • Page 50 SS-1200-FCAL User Guide Hot swap Hot swapping is the term used for manually swapping a failed disk unit with a replacement while the SS-1200-FCAL subsystem is in normal use. Hz (Hertz) a frequency measurement unit used internationally to indicate cycles per second. Initialize To prepare a hardware device for use.

  • Page 51: Index

    Index Index AC Mains 33 fan failure 32, 33 Alarm Mute 8, 31, 34 Alarm Mute push-button 31 Anti-tamper lock 9 Audible Alarm 5, 8, 30, 31, 32, 33 Hot Plug 36 auto spin start 6, 19 auto start 28 I/O Module 13, 14, 22, 37 IEC 320 connector 23 Backplane 1, 7, 15, 34, 37...
  • Page 52 SS-1200-FCAL User Guide Rack mounting 2 rack mounting rail kit 15, 16, 37 Run Mode 26 Run/Service keyswitch 25, 26 STANDBY LED 23, 25, 27, 33 STANDBY Mode 25, 26, 28 SYSTEM LED 27, 31 Test Mode 31, 34 tower 3 Tri-furcated power cord 23, 37 UPS 30 Visible and Audible Alarms 8...

  • Page 53: June

    SS-1200-FCAL LRC Input/Output Module Installation Guide Part No. 19934-01 Issue 1.0 June 01, 1998...
  • Page 54 FCAL LRC I/O Module Notices The information in this document is subject to change without notice. While every effort has been made to ensure that all information in this document is accurate, the Authors accept no liability for any errors that may arise. No part of this document may be transmitted or copied in any form, or by any means, for any purpose, without the written permission of the Authors.
  • Page 55 Contents Contents European Regulations ............................... v Safety ..................................v Moving and Handling ............................... v ESD Precautions ............................... v Year 2000 Compliance ............................. v Preface ..................................vi 1 Installation ............................1 1.1 Introduction ..............................1 1.2 Package Contents ............................2 1.3 Preparation ..............................2 1.4 Planning Your Installation ...........................
  • Page 56 FCAL LRC I/O Module...

  • Page 57: European Regulations

    Preface European Regulations When installed in the SS-1200 chassis, this equipment complies with all applicable European Regulations. Safety Warning To ensure safe and correct operation of the I/O module installed in a SS-1200-FCAL subsystem all safety precautions and instructions referred to in this installation guide must be followed thoroughly.

  • Page 58: Preface

    FCAL LRC I/O Module Preface What is in this guide This installation guide gives you step-by-step instructions on how to install the FC-AL LRC I/O modules in your SS-1200-FCAL enclosure system Who should use this guide This installation guide assumes that you have s a working knowledge of the FC-AL environment into which you are installing the SS-1200-FCAL system with its associated plug-in modules.

  • Page 59: Installation

    Installation Chapter 1 Installation 1.1 Introduction The plug-in Input/Output (I/O) module described in this manual has been designed for integration into a SS-1200- FCAL storage subsystem, utilizing FCAL interfacing with the host computer system. This chapter describes the procedures for installing the FCAL I/O module in a SS-1200-FCAL enclosure. The SS-1200-FCAL storage subsystem includes an enclosure with rear facing bays which house the plug-in I/O modules, ESI/Ops panel module and Power Supply/Cooling modules .Two I/O modules are housed in Bays 3/2 and 3/3.

  • Page 60: Package Contents

    FCAL LRC I/O Module Figure 1–2 FCAL LRC IO Module 1.2 Package Contents • This I/O Module Installation Guide • I/O module 1.3 Preparation Check the shipping container for damage. If the container is damaged, look for damage to the module. Unpack the module Check for obvious damage.

  • Page 61: Fc-Al Physical Organization

    Installation and 3/3 which contain Port Bypass Circuits (PBC) that provide loop resiliency in the event of unplugged or failing drives. Loop 1 Loop 2 Drive Bays - Front View Device ID (Low Order Bits) Bay Number Figure 1–3 FC-AL Logical Layout Notes Figure 1–3 shows the logical routing of the FC-AL interface through the drive bays.

  • Page 62: Fc-Al Interface

    Tx/Rx connector on the next enclosure. Each I/O or Loop Resiliency Circuit board houses Port Repeater chips that re-drive the Fibre Channel signals. Each of the LRC I/O boards also houses a number o Port Bypass circuits. The function of these circuits is to bypass the...

  • Page 63: Module Installation

    Installation Splitter Tx/Rx Host Enclosure 1 Tx/Rx Enclosure 2 Figure 1–6 Daisy Chaining Multiple Enclosures Note If the host connections are via a single connector a splitter must be used to separate the Tx and Rx signals. A suitable cable is available (Part Number.19859-01). Important Loss of power to any enclosure within such a loop will cause the loop to fail.

  • Page 64: Select Id And Al_Pa

    FCAL LRC I/O Module Insert the module in the bay and press fully home (Figure 1–9). Figure 1–9 Installing a FCAL LRC I/O Module Note Removal Is achieved by pushing the latch to the right and pulling the module out. 1.8 Select ID and AL_PA The Select ID of each drive bay can be set to one of eight ranges.

  • Page 65: Solving Setup Problems

    Installation Table 1–1 Hexadecimal AL_PA Values Switch Setting Bay 1/1 AL_PA D2 Soft N/A Bay 2/1 AL_PA 2A 46 D3 Soft N/A Bay 3/1 AL_PA 2B 47 D4 Soft N/A Bay 4/1 AL_PA 2C 49 D5 Soft N/A Bay 1/2 AL_PA 2D 4A D6 Soft N/A Bay 2/2 AL_PA...
  • Page 66 FCAL LRC I/O Module...

  • Page 67: Arbitrated Loop Physical Address (Al_Pa) Values

    AL_PA Values Chapter 2 Arbitrated Loop Physical Address (AL_PA) Values Indicates AL_PAs selectable within SS-1200-FCAL. Table 2–1 AL_PA Values AL_PA SEL ID Setting AL_PA SEL ID Setting AL_PA SEL ID Setting (hex) (hex) (dec) (hex) (hex) (dec) (hex) (hex) (dec)
  • Page 68 FCAL LRC I/O Module Table 2–1 AL_PA Values AL_PA SEL ID Setting AL_PA SEL ID Setting AL_PA SEL ID Setting (hex) (hex) (dec) (hex) (hex) (dec) (hex) (hex) (dec) Host Soft...

  • Page 69: Installation Guide

    SS-1200-FCAL Drive Carrier Module Installation Guide Part No. 19935-01 Issue 1.0 June 01, 1998...
  • Page 70 FC-AL Drive Module Notices The information in this document is subject to change without notice. While every effort has been made to ensure that all information in this document is accurate, the Authors accept no liability for any errors that may arise. No part of this document may be transmitted or copied in any form, or by any means, for any purpose, without the written permission of the Authors.
  • Page 71 Contents Contents European Regulations ............................... v Safety ..................................v Moving and Handling ............................... v Data Security ................................v ESD Precautions ..............................vi Year 2000 Compliance ............................vi Preface ..................................vi 1 Installation ............................1 1.1 Introduction ..............................1 1.1.1 Drive Carrier Modules ........................2 1.1.2 FC-AL Front Dummy Fascias ......................
  • Page 72 FC-AL Drive Module...

  • Page 73: European Regulations

    Preface European Regulations When installed in the SS-1200 chassis, this equipment complies with all applicable European Regulations. Safety Warning To ensure safe and correct operation of the drive carrier modules installed in a Salient subsystem all safety precautions and instructions referred to in this installation guide must be followed thoroughly.

  • Page 74: Esd Precautions

    FCAL Drive Module ESD Precautions Warning Ensure that you have checked and fitted a suitable anti-static wrist or ankle strap and observe all conventional ESD precautions when handling SS-1200-FC-AL plug-in modules and components. Avoid contact with backplane components and module connectors, etc. Year 2000 Compliance It is confirmed that all SS-1200 subsystem products have been designed and developed with Year 2000 compliance.

  • Page 75: Installation

    Installation Chapter 1 Installation 1.1 Introduction The plug-in FC-AL drive carrier modules described in this manual has been designed for integration into a SS-1200- FCAL storage subsystem which utilizes a FC-AL interface with the host computer system. The SS-1200-FCAL storage subsystem includes an enclosure with front facing drive bays housing up to 12 plug-in drive carrier modules (see Figure 1–1).

  • Page 76: Drive Carrier Modules

    FCAL Drive Module The following disk drives have been qualified for use with the SS-1200 series enclosure: Manufacturer Family Model Capacity Speed Drive types supported () indicates recommended type Seagate Barracuda 4LP/4XP 4.5GB 7,200 0, 1, (2) ,3, 7F Seagate Barracuda 9.00 9.1GB...

  • Page 77: Fc-Al Front Dummy Fascias

    Installation 1.1.2 FC-AL Front Dummy Fascias FC-AL front dummy fascias are provided for fitting in all unused drive bays. They are designed as integral drive module front caps with handles and must be fitted to all unused drive bays to maintain a balanced air flow. 1.1.3 Anti-tamper Locks Anti-tamper locks are provided to disable the normal ’Push/Push’...

  • Page 78: Module Installation

    FCAL Drive Module Table 1–1 Minimum PSU Configurations Average Operating Minimum No. PSUs No. PSUs with Drive Power (12 drives of same Redundancy type installed) <13 14 - 21 22 - 30 1.2.3.1 Overload Shutdown In order to protect against overload due to incorrect configuration, the enclosure will shutdown if more than 8, 10 000 rpm, 9Gb FF drives (drive type 3, i.e.
  • Page 79 Installation Cam the carrier home - Press on the handle, the camming lever on the right of the carrier will engage into a slot in the chassis, (Figure 1–7) continue to push firmly until the handle fully engages with the carrier cap. A click should be heard as the latch engages and holds the handle closed.

  • Page 80: Engaging The Anti-Tamper Locks

    FCAL Drive Module Figure 1–7 Installing an FC-AL Drive Carrier Module (4) Note Removal Is the reverse of this procedure (press on the indentation to release the latch). 1.4 Engaging the Anti-tamper Locks The anti-tamper locks are fitted in the drive carrier handles and are accessed through the small rectangular cutout in the lower part of the handle trim piece.

  • Page 81: Organizing Backups

    Installation De-activation is the reverse of this procedure, that is: • Rotate the key through 90 degrees in a clockwise direction until the indicator visible in the centre aperture of the handle shows black. Note A drive carrier cannot be installed if its anti-tamper lock is activated outside the Enclosure. 1.5 Organizing Backups You should still make backups.
  • Page 82 FCAL Drive Module...

  • Page 83: Troubleshooting And Problem Solving

    Troubleshooting Chapter 2 Troubleshooting and Problem Solving 2.1 Drive Module Faults Disk drive status is monitored by a Green LED and an Amber LED mounted on the front of each Drive Carrier Module, providing the following indications: Condition Status Action GREEN •...

  • Page 84: Dealing With Hardware Faults

    FCAL Drive Module 2.2 Dealing with Hardware Faults Warning If the SS-1200-FCAL storage subsystem is powered up and you remove a drive module, replace it immediately. If it is faulty, replace it with a drive module of the same type and capacity. All drive bays must be fitted with either an FC-AL Drive Carrier Module or a front dummy fascia in order to maintain a balanced air flow.

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