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  • Page 1 Getting Started Guide Drobo Model B1200i...
  • Page 2 All rights reserved. Information supplied by Drobo, Inc. is believed to be accurate and reliable at the time of printing, but Drobo, Inc. assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this document.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Safely Shutting Down your Drobo Device Using Drobo Dashboard Safely Shutting Down your Drobo Device Manually Using the Online User Guide Using Context-Sensitive Help Using the Knowledge Base Getting Support INDEX drobo.com | Getting Started Guide for Drobo B1200i |...

  • Page 4: Before You Begin

    Before You Begin Congratulations on your new Drobo! This Getting Started Guide will help you get Drobo set up in just a few steps. Before you begin, it’s a good idea to check your system and hardware requirements. In this chapter, you will:...

  • Page 5: Checking Box Contents

    Check to ensure your operating system and cable interfaces are supported. Operating Systems Supported for iSCSI Connectivity The following is the list of operating systems that Drobo B1200i supports for iSCSI Note: For the most current list of supported operating systems, navigate to www.drobo.com/products/index.php, click Drobo B1200i and then click the...

  • Page 6: Operating Systems Supported For The Drobo Dashboard Management Application

    Drobo Dashboard is the software companion to the Drobo B1200i. It can be installed on client computers which connect to the Drobo B1200i via a network in order to set up, manage, and use the Drobo B1200i. The following is the list of operating systems that Note: For the most current list of supported operating systems, navigate to www.drobo.com/products/index.php, click Drobo B1200i and then click the...

  • Page 7: Checking The Hardware You Need

    Drobo devices are not compatible with IDE, parallel SCSI, or SATA hard drives. Warning: Any pre-existing data on the drives will be erased when inserted into the Drobo B1200i. If you wish to keep the data, copy it to another drive or medium before using with the Drobo device.

  • Page 8: Determining How Much Hard Drive Space You Need

    RJ45 connectors. Using a Switch If you plan to share Drobo B1200i with more than three servers, you will need to use a switch; otherwise, a switch is not necessary. Note that when connecting Drobo drobo.com | Getting Started Guide for Drobo B1200i |...

  • Page 9: Working With Field Replaceable Units

    Drobo B1200i comes with a redundant system of two power supply units already installed. There is nothing you need to do at this time. If a single power supply happens to fail, Drobo B1200i can operate normally on a single power supply.

  • Page 10: Setting Up In Just A Few Steps

    2-post or 4-post rack/cabinet. Drobo B1200i comes with rack mount ears already Drobo B1200i mounts to two rack rails only. If you have a 4-post rack/cabinet, you do not need to mount anything to the rear two rails.
  • Page 11 1. Place the installation tool below the rack unit where you would like to mount the the image below. 2. Place the Drobo B1200i onto the installation tool, slide it into place, and use recommended that one person stabilize the rear of the Drobo B1200i while the other person in the front secures the screws.

  • Page 12: Inserting The Hard Drives

    Inserting the Hard Drives After rack mounting the Drobo B1200i, you are ready to insert hard drives into it. For more information on hard drive requirements, see “Checking the Hardware You Need” on page 8. Warning: Any pre-existing data on the hard drives will be erased, as the drives will be automatically formatted.

  • Page 13: Configuration Options For Your Drobo B1200I

    Configuration Options for Drobo B1200i Before connecting cables, it is important to know how you plan to set up the Drobo B1200i in your environment. With three iSCSI data ports on the Drobo B1200i, you have the flexibility to configure the ports to optimally meet your specific needs.

  • Page 14: Connecting The Management Port

    “Configuration Options for Drobo B1200i” on page 14. Finally, you connect the power cables and turn on the Drobo device. As you follow the steps, refer to Figure 2 on page 3, which shows the back of a Drobo B1200i. Connecting the Management Port 1.

  • Page 15: Installing Drobo Dashboard

    Installing Drobo Dashboard Drobo Dashboard is the management software companion to the Drobo device, enabling you to easily set up and manage Drobo B1200i. Drobo Dashboard can also manage more than one Drobo device at a time. You first install Drobo Dashboard on a client computer on the LAN to which you connected Drobo B1200i via its management port.
  • Page 16 When finished, you are returned to the InstallShield Wizard to continue installation. 4. Follow the directions of the Installation Wizard, clicking the Next or Continue button after each page, as appropriate. drobo.com | Getting Started Guide for Drobo B1200i |...
  • Page 17 6. If you are on a Mac, you will be prompted to restart your computer in order to complete installation. Do this. 7. After installation is complete, leave the Launch Drobo Dashboard check box selected and click the Finish button.

  • Page 18: Installing Drobo Dashboard From The Website

    The Drobo Dashboard application opens and now takes a few moments to “discover” the Drobo B1200i and display it on the All Drobos page. The next step is to set the administrator username and password for Drobo B1200i. Please refer to "Setting the Administrator Username and Password" on page 20.

  • Page 19: Setting The Administrator Username And Password

    Setting the Administrator Username and Password 1. In Drobo Dashboard, make sure the Drobo B1200i is selected from the All Drobos page. 2. Click the Tools option on the Navigation menu. 3. Click the link that reads: Click here to password protect this Drobo device.

  • Page 20: Configuring Iscsi Settings For Your Drobo B1200I

    Configuring iSCSI Settings for the Drobo B1200i Before using Drobo B1200i, you will need to configure the settings for its iSCSI data ports. Network settings include IP addresses for the three iSCSI data ports available on Drobo B1200i, as well as the related subnet mask. Network settings also include the ability to You can modify the MTU settings in order to support the use of jumbo frames.
  • Page 21 4. In the IP Settings area, enter or modify the information as needed. Notes: - If you are setting up Drobo B1200i on a network with a DHCP server, ensure you the size you enter is supported by your computer and router or switch. There needs to be end-to-end matching of MTU settings, from Drobo B1200i to your switch or router to the host computer/server.

  • Page 22: Creating And Formatting Volumes For The Drobo B1200I

    Creating and Formatting Volumes for Drobo B1200i Once Drobo B1200i is connected via its iSCSI connections, you will then need to create and format volumes. Before doing the steps for this, however, it is important to know the number of volumes, or file system format you will choose when you format them.
  • Page 23 - You can create and manage multiple volumes, each with its own size and supported file format. After creating volumes, each will display uniquely, rather than as a single volume. On the Drobo B1200i, you can create up to 256 volumes of up to 16TB each.

  • Page 24: Creating Volumes With Windows And Mac Os X

    Drobo Dashboard automates this process for a Windows or Mac operating system Dashboard on the host server that is connected to Drobo B1200i via one of its iSCSI If you are running VMware, XenServer or Linux on the host server, see the next section, “Creating Volumes with Other Operating System Platforms”...
  • Page 25 Depending on your operating system the window displays different options: drobo.com | Getting Started Guide for Drobo B1200i |...
  • Page 26 4. Select the appropriate file format for your operating system. Important Note: If you plan to use Drobo B1200i in a virtual environment, you must select the Multi Host option. Otherwise, only one server in that environment/cluster 5. Afterwards, click the Next button.
  • Page 27 9. You can create additional volumes by repeating steps 3 through 8. 10. When finished, click the Apply button. The Confirm dialog box opens, asking if you want to apply volume changes. drobo.com | Getting Started Guide for Drobo B1200i |...

  • Page 28: Creating Volumes With Other Operating System Platforms

    You can now set a CHAP password to protect one or more volumes, if desired. See this topic in the Online User Guide. Now that Drobo B1200i is set up, you can easily mount the volumes you just created by checking the mount box in Drobo Dashboard. You can also add Drobo B1200i to your virtual environment.
  • Page 29 Drobo B1200i, by providing the IP address. address and CHAP settings for the Drobo B1200i. Now that Drobo B1200i is set up, you can add Drobo B1200i to your virtual environment. For more information, see the Online User Guide.

  • Page 30: Where To Go From Here

    Where to Go from Here After you’ve set up the Drobo B1200i, you’re ready to use it to store and back up data. Next steps include: manage and use the Drobo device Using Best Practices Although the Drobo device provides redundancy and automatically protects your data against a hard drive failure, it should only be one part of an overall, digital asset management strategy.

  • Page 31: Safely Shutting Down Your Drobo B1200I

    Safely Shutting Down Drobo B1200i If you plan to shut down the Drobo device for any reason, it is very important that you always do so safely. Incorrectly shutting down a Drobo device may cause file corruption and/or data loss.

  • Page 32: Safely Shutting Down Your Drobo Device Using Drobo Dashboard

    This indicates that the Drobo device is busy working to protect your data. Wait until these lights are a solid green. 3. Press and hold the power toggle button on the back of the Drobo device for three full seconds.

  • Page 33: Using The Online User Guide

    Using the Online User Guide After you’ve set up the Drobo device, you’re ready to use it to store and back up data. To learn how to manage and use the Drobo device, refer to the Online User Guide for your product, which can be found within Drobo Dashboard by clicking the Help &...

  • Page 34: Index

    14, 30 installing Drobo Dashboard, 14 username, administrator, 18 virtual environment, 27 installing software updates, 30 iSCSI, 6, 12 volume, 21 setting up Drobo B1200i with, 19 creating, 21, 22, 23 drobo.com | Getting Started Guide for Drobo B1200i |...
  • Page 36 Cleaning – Unplug Drobo, DroboPro, DroboElite, Drobo FS, Pro FS, B800i, B800fs or B1200i from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners; use a damp cloth. If Drobo, DroboPro, DroboElite, Drobo FS, Pro FS, B800i, B800fs or B1200i comes in contact with any liquid, unplug the power adaptor and let Drobo dry thoroughly before plugging back in.
  • Page 37 Non-operating (storage): -10°-60°C (14°-140°F); Operating Humidity: 5% - 80%; Dimensions: 12.17” wide x 5.46” tall x 14.1” long (309mm wide x 138.9mm tall x 357.4mm long); Weight: 16 lb 3 oz.; Storage: Accepts up to eight 3.5” SATA I or II internal desktop hard drives; Interfaces: USB 2.0, FireWire 800, and iSCSI; Drobo Dashboard Application (required for iSCSI): Microsoft®...
  • Page 38 (VCCI) B1200i Specifications & Systems Requirements – Power Supply: AC Input: 100/240 VAC, 8A/5A, 50/60 Hz; Operating Temperature: 10°C-35°C (50°-95°F); Non- operating (storage): -10°-60°C (14°-140°F); Operating Humidity: 20% - 80%; Dimensions: 17.17” wide x 5.20” tall x 21.85 ” long (436.1 mm wide x 132.1 mm tall x 555.0 mm long);...
  • Page 39 Battery Disposal Your Drobo, DroboPro, DroboElite, DroboShare, Drobo FS, DroboPro FS, B800i, B800fs and B1200i have internal batteries that preserve settings when the unit is off. Do not attempt to change the battery. Only a Data Robotics, Inc. certified technician can change the battery. When the product has reached the end of its useful life, please dispose of it according to your local environmental laws and guidelines.
  • Page 40 RMA in accordance with the Product return instructions, Drobo shall ship to you a replacement Product by standard ground shipping. In the event the Product is to be repaired or replaced, if You choose to provide Your credit card information to Drobo at the time You are issued an RMA, Drobo will Advance Ship to You a replacement Product, and You agree to promptly return Your Product at issue within seven (7) days of issuance of the RMA number.
  • Page 41 Product was originally purchased), a Drobo representative or Drobo Authorized Reseller will help determine whether Your Product requires service and, if it does, will inform you how Drobo will provide it. Drobo or its Drobo Authorized Resellers will provide warranty service on Products that are tendered or presented for service during the Warranty Period, as permitted by law.
  • Page 42 WHAT THIS DOCUMENT IS ABOUT This document gives you additional legal protection for faulty Drobo products. It is in addition to and not in substitution for your statutory rights as a consumer against Drobo, where you bought the product direct from our online store or the retailer who you bought the product from relating to faulty or misdescribed goods or services.
  • Page 43 RMA in accordance with the Product return instructions, Drobo shall ship to you a replacement Product by standard ground shipping. In the event the Product is to be repaired or replaced, if You choose to provide Your credit card information to Drobo at the time You are issued an RMA, Drobo will Advance Ship to You a replacement Product, and You agree to promptly return Your Product at issue within seven (7) days of issuance of the RMA number.
  • Page 44 NOTES drobo.com | Safety and Warranty |...

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