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  • Page 1 ® ™ TotalStorage FAStT700 Fibre Channel Storage Server Installation Guide...
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  • Page 4 Warranty information” on page 51 and “Appendix C. Notices” on page 61. First Edition (November 2001) © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2001. All rights reserved. US Government Users Restricted Rights – Use, duplication or disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp.
  • Page 5 Vor der Installation dieses Produkts die Sicherheitshinweise lesen. Prima di installare questo prodotto, leggere le Informazioni sulla Sicurezza Les sikkerhetsinformasjonen (Safety Information) før du installerer dette produktet. Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações sobre Segurança. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2001...
  • Page 6 Antes de instalar este producto lea la información de seguridad. Läs säkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten. Statement 1: DANGER Electrical current from power, telephone, and communication cables is hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: v Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation, maintenance, or reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm.
  • Page 7 Statement 2: CAUTION: When replacing the lithium battery, use only IBM Part Number 33F8354 or an equivalent type battery recommended by the manufacturer. If your system has a module containing a lithium battery, replace it only with the same module type made by the same manufacturer.
  • Page 8 Statement 4: ≥ 18 kg (39.7 lb) ≥ 32 kg (70.5 lb) ≥ 55 kg (121.2 lb) CAUTION: Use safe practices when lifting. Statement 5: CAUTION: The power control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device.
  • Page 9 Statement 8: CAUTION: Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has the following label atteched. Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside any component that has this label attached. There are no serviceable parts inside these components.
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  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    Turning on the FAStT700 Storage Server alarm ... . . 41 FAStT700 Storage Server indicator lights ....42 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2001...
  • Page 12 Calling for service ..... . . 52 IBM Statement of Limited Warranty Z125-4753-06 8/2000 ..52 Part 1 - General Terms .
  • Page 13: Figures

    Figures 1. IBM FAStT700 Fibre Channel Storage Server..... 2 2. IBM FAStT700 Fibre Channel Storage Server - front view ....3 3.
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  • Page 15: About This Book

    Fibre Channel and network technology. How this book is organized “Chapter 1. Introduction” on page 1 introduces the IBM FAStT700 Fibre Channel Storage Server and contains set up instructions. This chapter also includes an overview of the IBM FAStT700 Fibre Channel Storage Server features and components.
  • Page 16: Related Publications

    IBM LC-LC Fibre Channel Cable Option Information ® v IBM LC-SC Fibre Channel Cable Adapter Option Information 1. Printed publication that comes with the IBM FAStT700 Fibre Channel Storage Server. ® ™ TotalStorage FAStT700 Fibre Channel Storage Server: Installation Guide...
  • Page 17: Chapter 1. Introduction

    Storage Server and contains setup instructions. The FAStT700 Storage Server is used with rack-mounted drive enclosures (also referred to as expansion units). Figure 1 on page 2 shows the IBM FAStT700 Fibre Channel Storage Server. S tT © Copyright IBM Corp. 2001...
  • Page 18: Inventory Checklist

    Figure 1. IBM FAStT700 Fibre Channel Storage Server Inventory checklist The IBM FAStT700 Fibre Channel Storage Server comes with the following hardware: v Two power cords v One rack-mounting hardware kit: – Two rails (right and left) – Eight black M6 hex-head screws –...
  • Page 19: Ibm Fastt700 Fibre Channel Storage Server - Front View

    Figure 2 shows the FAStT700 Storage Server front bezel. The bezel is a removable front cover with holes for viewing status lights and for boosting air circulation. Figure 2 also shows the IBM FAStT700 Storage Server without the front bezel, exposing the following components: v Storage server fan - A removable unit that contains two cooling fans and indicator lights.
  • Page 20: Ibm Fastt700 Fibre Channel Storage Server - Back View

    1 Gb/s 1 Gb/s 1 Gb/s 1 Gb/s 1 Gb/s 1 Gb/s 1 Gb/s 1 Gb/s Power supply Power supply Figure 3. IBM FAStT700 Fibre Channel Storage Server - back view ® ™ TotalStorage FAStT700 Fibre Channel Storage Server: Installation Guide...
  • Page 21: Operating Specifications

    Operating specifications Table 1 summarizes the operating specifications of the FAStT700 Storage Server. Table 1. IBM FAStT700 Fibre Channel Storage Server operating specifications Size (with front panel and without Environment: Acoustical noise emissions values: mounting rails): For typical system configurations: v Air temperature: v Depth: 63.5 cm (25 in.)
  • Page 22: Preparing For Installation

    Fibre Channel (FC) and Ethernet interface cables and cable straps v Rack-mounting hardware (comes with the FAStT700 Storage Server) v IBM FAStT Storage Manager software to configure the storage subsystems (comes with the FAStT700 Storage Server) Handling static-sensitive devices Attention: Static electricity can damage electronic devices and your system.
  • Page 23: Installing The Fastt700 Storage Server In A Rack Cabinet

    v While the device is still in its static-protective package, touch it to an unpainted metal part of the system unit for at least two seconds. (This drains static electricity from the package and from your body.) v Remove the device from its package and install it directly into your system unit without setting it down.
  • Page 24: Installing Hardware For Host-Agent (In-Band) Management

    Installing hardware for host-agent (in-band) management If you are using the host-agent (in-band) method to manage storage subsystems, the host-agent software is installed on the host computer. You must install at least one management station and host computer; then, attach the Ethernet cables from the host computer to the management station.
  • Page 25: Installing Hardware For Direct (Out-Of-Band) Management

    Installing hardware for direct (out-of-band) management If you are using the direct (out-of-band) method to manage storage subsystems, use Ethernet connections from a management station to each controller. You must install at least one management station and then attach Ethernet cables to each management station and two Ethernet cables per FAStT700 Storage Server.
  • Page 26: Installing Host Adapters In Storage Subsystems On A Fibre Channel Network

    Note: The interlink is used as the clustering heartbeat path. Interlink Node A Node B Host adapters Host adapters Fibre Channel connection (direct) Mini hub Mini hub Storage subsystem Storage subsystem controllers Interlink Node A Node B Host adapters Host adapters Fibre Channel connection (dual path)
  • Page 27: Installing Drive Enclosures In A Rack Cabinet

    README file for information on supported host adapters and device drivers. This information is found on the IBM FAStT Storage Manager installation CD or at http://www.ibm.com/pc/support/. Make sure each host adapter and controller has a unique Fibre Channel ID. Refer to the documentation provided with your host adapters for installation requirements and procedures.
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  • Page 29: Chapter 2. Connecting The Fastt700 Storage Server

    /s b /s b /s b /s b /s b /s b /s b /s b /s b /s b /s Fiber-optic interface cable Drive mini-hub SFP module ports Figure 7. FAStT700 mini-hub interface connections © Copyright IBM Corp. 2001...
  • Page 30: Fastt700 Storage Server Interface Ports

    FAStT700 Storage Server interface ports The SFP mini-hub ports are used for data transfer between hosts or drive enclosures and RAID controllers in the FAStT700 Storage Server. Ethernet ports are available for storage subsystem-management. The FAStT700 Storage Server interface ports are shown in Figure 8. Ethernet interface ports 2 Gb/s 2 Gb/s...
  • Page 31: Ethernet Interface Ports

    Figure 10 shows the drive mini-hub ports. Drive C and D for redundant loop 2 Drive A and B for redundant loop 1 2 Gb/s 2 Gb/s 2 Gb/s 2 Gb/s 2 Gb/s 2 Gb/s 2 Gb/s 2 Gb/s 1 Gb/s 1 Gb/s 1 Gb/s 1 Gb/s...
  • Page 32 v The SFP module housing has an integral guide key designed to prevent you from inserting the SFP module improperly. v Use minimal pressure when inserting the SFP module into a mini-hub port. Forcing the SFP module into a port could cause damage to the SFP module or the port.
  • Page 33: Removing Sfp Modules

    2. Remove the protective cap from the SFP module, as shown in Figure 12 . Save the protective cap for future use. Plastic tab Protective cap SFP module Figure 12. Small Form-Factor Pluggable (SFP) Module 3. Remove the protective cap from the mini-hub port. Save the protective cap for future use.
  • Page 34: Handling Fiber-Optic Cables

    SFP module installed in a FAStT700 Storage Server mini hub v SFP module installed in an IBM Fibre Channel switch v Optical interface connector on an IBM FAStT FC-2 Host Bus Adapter (Part number 19K1246) ®...
  • Page 35: Connecting An Lc-Lc Cable To An Sfp Module

    LC-LC Fibre Channel cable. Note: If you are connecting a FAStT700 Storage Server to a FAStT EXP500 expansion unit or to an IBM FAStT host adapter, you must also use an LC-SC Fibre Channel cable adapter. For more information about using the Fibre Channel cable adapter, see “Using LC-SC Fibre Channel cable...
  • Page 36: Removing Fiber-Optic Cable Protective Caps

    DANGER Some laser products contain an embedded Class 3A or Class 3B laser diode. Note the following. Laser radiation when open. Do not stare into the beam, do not view directly with optical instruments, and avoid direct exposure to the beam. 1.
  • Page 37: Removing An Lc-Lc Fibre Channel Cable

    6. Connect the LC-LC Fibre Channel cable to one of the following devices: v SFP module that is installed in an IBM Fibre Channel switch v Optical interface connector on an IBM FAStT FC-2 Host Bus Adapter (Part Number 19K1246) v LC-SC Fibre Channel cable adapter (For information about using an LC-SC cable adapter, see “Using LC-SC Fibre Channel cable adapters”...
  • Page 38: Using Lc-Sc Fibre Channel Cable Adapters

    Lever Latches Figure 19. LC-LC Fibre Channel Cable lever and latches Figure 20. Removing the LC-LC Fibre Channel cable 2. Replace the protective caps on the cable ends. 3. Replace the protective cap on the SFP module. Using LC-SC Fibre Channel cable adapters The LC-SC Fibre Channel Cable Adapter is a fiber-optic cable that is used to connect the LC connector into one of the following devices that require SC connectors:...
  • Page 39: Connecting An Lc-Sc Cable To A Device

    Figure 21 shows an LC-SC Fibre Channel cable. LC connector SC connector Figure 21. LC-SC Fibre Channel cable The following sections provide the procedures for properly connecting and removing an LC-SC Fibre Channel cable. Connecting an LC-SC cable to a device To connect an LC-SC cable to a device, complete the following steps.
  • Page 40: Removing An Lc-Lc Cable From An Lc-Sc Cable Adapter

    5. Connect the SC connector end of the LC-SC cable to one of the following devices: v Optical interface connector on an IBM FAStT FC-2 Host Bus Adapter (Part number 19K1246) v GBIC installed in a FAStT EXP500 expansion unit (Machine type 3560)
  • Page 41: Fastt700 Storage Server And Drive Enclosure Cabling Overview

    Attention: To avoid damaging the LC-LC cable, make sure you press and hold the lever to release the latches before you remove the cable from an LC-SC cable adapter. Ensure that both levers are in the released position when removing the cable.
  • Page 42: Configuring The Drive Loops

    Attention: To prevent loss of drive enclosure redundancy, connect the drive enclosures as shown in Figure 26. Note: The illustrations in this document might differ slightly from your hardware. Drive loop A Drive enclosures Drive loop B group 1 Drive loop C Storage server Drive loop D Drive enclosures...
  • Page 43: Connecting Two Drive Enclosures Into Drive Loop A

    left ESM board in the second (next) drive enclosure. Last drive enclosure ESM boards Loop A Loop B Fibre Channel Fibre Channel cable cable First drive enclosure Storage server ESM board ESM board Figure 27. Connecting two drive enclosures into drive loop A Chapter 2.
  • Page 44: Drive Enclosure Environmental Services Monitor (Esm) Board In And Out Ports

    For the location of the ports on the drive enclosure ESM board, see Figure 28. Drive enclosure ESM board Figure 28. Drive enclosure environmental services monitor (ESM) board in and out ports 2. Connect the same first two drive enclosures to drive loop B, as shown in Figure 29.
  • Page 45: Connecting Additional Drive Enclosures To Drive Loops A And B

    unoccupied. Loop A Loop B Loop A Loop B Drive Drive enclosure enclosure group 1 group 1 Storage server Storage server Drive enclosure group 2 Loop C Loop D Figure 30. Connecting additional drive enclosures to drive loops A and B If you want to connect a second drive enclosure group, go to Step 4;...
  • Page 46: Connecting A Redundant Drive Loop To The Fastt700 Storage Server

    Loop A Loop B Loop A Loop B Drive Drive enclosure enclosure group 1 group 1 Storage server Storage server Drive enclosure group 2 Loop C Loop D Figure 31. Connecting a second redundant drive enclosure group (loops C and D) 5.
  • Page 47: Connecting Drive Loop A To The Fastt700 Storage Server

    Leave the Out port on the left ESM board on the first drive enclosure and the In (lower) connector on drive mini hub 4 unoccupied. Loop A Fibre Channel cables Loop B Fibre Channel cables Last drive enclosure First drive enclosure Out port on drive In port on drive mini hub 4...
  • Page 48: Connecting Hosts Directly To The Fastt700 Storage Server

    Leave the Out port on the left ESM board on the last drive enclosure in drive enclosure group 2 and the In (lower) port on the drive mini hub 2 unoccupied. 4. Connect drive loop D to the FAStT700 Storage Server, as shown in Figure 34. Starting with the last drive enclosure in drive enclosure group 2, connect the Out port on the right ESM board to the In (lower) port on mini hub 1.
  • Page 49: Connecting Hosts Directly To The Controller

    1. Connect the first host (Host 1) to the FAStT700 Storage Server, as shown in Figure 35. Connect Host Adapter 1 (HA1) from Host 1 to a port on host mini hub 1. Connect HA2 from Host 1 to mini hub 2. To connect a second host, continue with Step 2;...
  • Page 50: Connecting Hosts Using External Devices

    Connecting hosts using external devices Use the information in this section to connect five or more hosts to the FAStT700 Storage Server. When you use external Fibre Channel switches, the FAStT700 Storage Server supports up to 64 hosts (128 host adapters, 64 host adapters per controller) and two host adapters for each host.
  • Page 51: Using Four Fibre Channel Switches To Connect Multiple Hosts

    four Fibre Channel switches. Host 1 Host X Host X Host X 2 Gb/s 2 Gb/s 2 Gb/s 2 Gb/s 2 Gb/s 2 Gb/s 2 Gb/s 2 Gb/s 1 Gb/s 1 Gb/s 1 Gb/s 1 Gb/s 1 Gb/s 1 Gb/s 1 Gb/s 1 Gb/s Figure 37.
  • Page 52 Most Fibre Channel switches support eight to sixteen hosts. If your configuration requires more hosts than four Fibre Channel switches can support, you must add cascading switches, as shown in Figure 38 on page 37. ® ™ TotalStorage FAStT700 Fibre Channel Storage Server: Installation Guide...
  • Page 53: Setting The Link Rate Interface Switch

    Host 1 Host X Host X Host X Host X Host X SW X SW X SW X SW X 2 Gb/s 2 Gb/s 2 Gb/s 2 Gb/s 2 Gb/s 2 Gb/s 2 Gb/s 2 Gb/s 1 Gb/s 1 Gb/s 1 Gb/s 1 Gb/s 1 Gb/s...
  • Page 54: Setting Data Transfer Rates On Host-Side Mini Hubs

    Setting data transfer rates on host-side mini hubs To set the Link Rate Interface switch on the host-side mini hubs, complete the following steps. Note: Host-side mini-hub ports must be connected to devices that have the same data transfer rate. 1.
  • Page 55: Chapter 3. Starting The Fastt700 Storage Server

    Note: Always wait at least 30 seconds between the time you turn off a power switch and the time you turn on the power again. Use the following procedure to turn on the power for the FAStT700 Storage Server. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2001...
  • Page 56: Turning Off The Power

    1. Verify that all communication and power cables are plugged into the back of the FAStT700 Storage Server and to a properly grounded ac electrical outlet. 2. Check the system documentation for the hardware devices that you intend to power up, and then determine the proper startup sequence. Use the following power-on sequence, where applicable: a.
  • Page 57: Turning On The Fastt700 Storage Server Alarm

    2. The operating system software might require you to perform other procedures before you turn off the power. Use the storage-management software to check the status of the storage server. Correct problems that are reported before you turn off the power. 3.
  • Page 58: Fastt700 Storage Server Indicator Lights

    The pattern shown depends on whether the controller is active (online) or passive (offline). For more information, refer to IBM FAStT700 TotalStorage Fibre Channel Storage Server User’s Guide and the IBM FAStT Storage Manager Installation and Support Guide for your operating system. Storage server indicator lights ®...
  • Page 59: Fastt700 Storage Server Indicator Lights

    Figure 44. FAStT700 Storage Server indicator lights Power Power Green light indicates power is on. Green light indicates power is on. Normal status: On Normal status: On Problem status: Off Problem status: Off Power supply Power supply Amber light indicates a power supply fault. Amber light indicates a power supply fault.
  • Page 60: Power Supply And Fan And Communications Module Indicator Lights

    The indicator lights on the back of the FAStT700 Storage Server are shown in Figure 47 and Figure 48. Fault Amber light indicates a fault in the fan and communications module. Normal status: Off Problem status: On 2 Gb/s 2 Gb/s 2 Gb/s 2 Gb/s 2 Gb/s...
  • Page 61: Installing The Fastt Storage Manager Software

    Table 2. Mini-hub indicator lights (continued) Icon Indicator Color Normal Problem Condition indicated light operation indicator Bypass Amber The upper mini-hub port is bypassed. Loop good Green The drive loop is operational. Bypass Amber The lower mini-hub port is (lower port) bypassed.
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  • Page 63: Appendix A. Getting Information, Help, And Service

    (LANs). You can call the IBM Automated Fax System 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Follow the recorded instructions, and the requested information will be sent to your fax machine.
  • Page 64: Calling For Service

    README files and online help, that comes with the operating system or application program. Most IBM server products come with a set of diagnostic programs that you can use to help you identify hardware problems. See the troubleshooting information in your IBM documentation for instructions on using the diagnostic programs.
  • Page 65: Telephone Numbers

    If you travel with your server product or relocate it to a country where your server machine type is sold and serviced by IBM or by IBM resellers who are authorized to perform warranty service, International Warranty Service is available for your server product.
  • Page 66: Purchasing Additional Services

    Purchasing additional services During and after the warranty period, you can purchase additional services, such as support for IBM and non-IBM hardware, operating systems, and application programs; network setup and configuration; upgraded or extended hardware repair services; and custom installations. Service availability and service name might vary by country or region.
  • Page 67: Appendix B. Warranty Information

    Installation and configuration of machine code or licensed internal code that is designated as customer installable. If you do not register your server with IBM, you might be required to present proof of purchase to obtain warranty service. Before you call for service...
  • Page 68: Calling For Service

    Country-unique Terms. The terms of Part 2 replace or modify those of Part 1. The warranties provided by IBM in this Statement of Limited Warranty apply only to Machines you purchase for your use, and not for resale, from IBM or your reseller. The term “Machine” means an IBM machine, its features, conversions, upgrades, elements, or accessories, or any combination of them.
  • Page 69 WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND. Warranty Service To obtain warranty service for a Machine, contact IBM or your reseller. If you do not register your Machine with IBM, you may be required to present proof of purchase.
  • Page 70 IBM or your reseller of changes in a Machine’s location. IBM is responsible for loss of, or damage to, your Machine while it is 1) in IBM’s possession or 2) in transit in those cases where IBM is responsible for the transportation charges.
  • Page 71: Part 2 - Country-Unique Terms

    Trade Practices Act 1974 or other similar legislation and are only limited to the extent permitted by the applicable legislation. Limitation of Liability: The following is added to this Section: Where IBM is in breach of a condition or warranty implied by the Trade Practices Act 1974 or other similar legislation, IBM’s liability is limited to the repair or replacement of the goods...
  • Page 72 2. as to any other actual damage arising in any situation involving nonperformance by IBM pursuant to, or in any way related to the subject of this Statement of Limited Warranty, IBM’s liability will be limited to the charge paid by you for the individual Machine that is the subject of the claim.
  • Page 73 Machine in any of those countries from either (1) an IBM reseller approved to perform warranty service or (2) from IBM. If you purchase an IBM Personal Computer Machine in Albania, Armenia, Belarus, Bosnia...
  • Page 74 The minimum warranty period for Machines is six months. In case IBM or your reseller is unable to repair an IBM Machine, you can alternatively ask for a partial refund as far as justified by the reduced value of the unrepaired Machine or ask for a cancellation of the respective agreement for such Machine and get your money refunded.
  • Page 75 The following sentence is added to the end of item 2: IBM’s liability under this item is limited to the violation of essential contractual terms in cases of ordinary negligence. EGYPT Limitation of Liability: The following replaces item 2 in this Section: as to any other actual direct damages, IBM’s liability will be limited to the total amount you...
  • Page 76 Services Act 1982. Applicability of suppliers and resellers (unchanged). The following is added to the end of this Section: IBM’s entire liability and your sole remedy, whether in contract or in tort, in respect of any default shall be limited to damages.
  • Page 77: Appendix C. Notices

    Web sites. The materials at those Web sites are not part of the materials for this IBM product, and use of those Web sites is at your own risk. IBM may use or distribute any of the information you supply in any way it believes appropriate without incurring any obligation to you.
  • Page 78: Trademarks

    IBM. Maximum memory may require replacement of the standard memory with an optional memory module. IBM makes no representation or warranties regarding non-IBM products and ® services that are ServerProven , including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
  • Page 79: Electronic Emission Notices

    Unless otherwise stated, IBM makes no representations or warranties with respect to non-IBM products. Support (if any) for the non-IBM products is provided by the third party, not IBM. Some software may differ from its retail version (if available), and may not include user manuals or all program functionality.
  • Page 80: Taiwan Electrical Emission Statement

    Japanese Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) statement Power cords For your safety, IBM provides a power cord with a grounded attachment plug to use with this IBM product. To avoid electrical shock, always use the power cord and plug with a properly grounded outlet.
  • Page 81 The cord set should have the appropriate safety approvals for the country in which the equipment will be installed. IBM power cords for a specific country or region are usually available only in that country or region.
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  • Page 83: Index

    38 storage server 43 interface port drive 14 Ethernet interface ports 15 host 14 indicator light 43 inventory checklist 2 fan and communications module indicator light 44 FAStT Storage Manager software, installing 45 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2001...
  • Page 84 LC-LC Fibre Channel cable service summary 47 removing 21 SFP modules LC-SC Fibre Channel cable important information about 15 connecting 23 installing 16 removing 24 removing 17 lights, indicator shutdown sequence 40, 41 battery 43 specification, operating 5 fan and communications module 44 Speed indicator light 37 mini hub 44 startup sequence 40...
  • Page 86 Part Number: 32P0171 Printed in the United States of America on recycled paper containing 10% recovered post-consumer fiber. (1P) P/N: 32P0171...

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