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- Page 1 CloudByte User Guide ElastiStor Appliance ESA - A100...
- Page 2 This product, including software and documentation, is the property of CloudByte and/or its licensors, and is supplied only under a license. Any use or repro- duction of this product is not allowed, except as expressly permitted by the terms of said license.
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Page 3: About This Manual
Preface About This Manual This manual is written for professional system integrators and PC technicians. It provides information for the installation and use of the CloudByte ElastiStor Appliance-A100 (ESA-A100). Installation and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only. The ESA-A100 is a high-end storage server solution based on the rackmount chas- sis and the dual processor serverboard. - Page 4 CloudByte ESA-A100 User's Manual Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Chapter 5 provides detailed information on the serverboard, including the loca- tions and functions of connections, headers and jumpers. Refer to this chapter when adding or removing processors or main memory and when reconfiguring the serverboard.
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
Server Chassis Features ................1-3 System Power ....................1-3 SAS Subsystem ....................1-3 Front Control Panel ..................1-3 Cooling System ....................1-3 Contacting CloudByte ..................1-5 SBB: Storage Bridge Bay ................1-6 Chapter 2 Server Installation Overview ......................2-1 Unpacking the System ..................2-1 Preparing for Setup .................. - Page 7 Table of Contents Ambient Operating Temperature ..............2-3 Reduced Airflow ..................2-3 Mechanical Loading ................... 2-3 Circuit Overloading ..................2-3 Reliable Ground ..................2-3 Installing the System into a Rack ..............2-4 Installing the Inner Rack Rails ................ 2-4 Installing the Outer Rack Rails ............... 2-5 Installing the Chassis into a Rack..............
- Page 8 CloudByte ESA-A100 User's Manual Chapter 5 Advanced Serverboard Setup Handling the Serverboard ................5-1 Precautions ..................... 5-1 Cable and Device Connections............... 5-2 Power Connections ..................5-2 Fan Cabling ....................5-2 Control Panels .................... 5-2 Installing the Processor and Heatsink ............5-3 Installing an LGA 1356 Processor ..............
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Page 9: Appendix A
Appendix A: BIOS Error Beep Codes Appendix A BIOS Error Beep Codes During the POST (Power-On Self-Test) routines, which are performed at each system boot, errors may occur. Non-fatal errors are those which, in most cases, allow the system to continue to boot. - Page 10 CloudByte ESA-A100 User's Manual Notes...
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Page 11: System Specifications
Appendix B: System Specifications Appendix B System Specifications Processors (each node) Single or dual Intel® Xeon E5-2400 of up to 95W in B2 type sockets (both CPUs must be of the same type) Note: Please refer to our web site for a complete listing of supported processors. Chipset Intel C602J BIOS... -
Page 12: Power Supply
CloudByte ESA-A100 User's Manual Chassis SC927ETS-R1200NDBP (2U rackmount) Dimensions: (WxHxD) 17.2 x 3.5 x 26.75 in. (437 x 88 x 679 mm) Weight (Net): 56 lbs. (25.5 kg.) Weight Gross (Bare Bone): 85 lbs. (38.6 kg.) System Cooling Three sets of 4-cm counter-rotating fans above each node, two sets of counter-... -
Page 13: Regulatory Compliance
Appendix B: System Specifications Regulatory Compliance Electromagnetic Emissions: FCC Class A, EN 55022 Class A, EN 61000-3-2/-3-3, CISPR 22 Class A Electromagnetic Immunity: EN 55024/CISPR 24, (EN 61000-4-2, EN 61000-4-3, EN 61000-4-4, EN 61000-4-5, EN 61000-4-6, EN 61000-4-8, EN 61000-4-11) Safety: CSA/EN/IEC/UL 60950-1 Compliant, UL or CSA Listed (USA and Canada), CE Marking (Europe) California Best Management Practices Regulations for Perchlorate Materials:... - Page 14 User's Manual (continued from front) The products sold by CloudByte are not intended for and will not be used in life support systems, medical equipment, nuclear facilities or systems, aircraft, aircraft devices, aircraft/emergency com- munication devices or other critical systems whose failure to perform be reasonably expected to result in significant injury or loss of life or catastrophic property damage.
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Page 15: Introduction
Please refer to our web site for information on operating systems that have been certified for use with the system (www.cloudbyte.com). In addition to the serverboard and chassis, various hardware components have been included with the ESA-A100, as listed below. -
Page 16: Serverboard Features
Two serverboards are included in the storage system. Please refer to the serverboard description pages on our web site for a complete listing of sup- ported processors (www.cloudbyte.com). Memory Each X9DBS-F has six DIMM slots that can support up to 192 GB of Registered (RDIMM) ECC/Non-ECC DDR3-1866/1600/1333/1066/800 memory. -
Page 17: Rear Chassis Ports
Chapter 1: Introduction Rear Chassis Ports The rear of each serverboard includes two mini SAS HD ports, two 1 GB Ethernet ports and a KVM connector (includes USB, VGA and COM ports). Graphics Controller The serverboard features an integrated Matrox G200eW video controller. The G200eW is a 2D/3D/video accelerator chip with a 128-bit core. - Page 18 CloudByte ESA-A100 User's Manual Figure 1-1. Intel C602J Chipset: System Block Diagram Note: This is a general block diagram. Please see Chapter 5 for details.
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Page 19: Contacting Cloudbyte
Chapter 1: Introduction Contacting CloudByte Headquarters Address: 20863 Stevens Creek Blvd, Suite 530 Cupertino, CA 95014 USA Tel: +1-855-380-BYTE (2983) Fax: +1-(408)-663-6900 Email: info@cloudbyte.com (General Information) support@cloudbyte.com (Technical Support) Web Site: www.cloudbyte.com... -
Page 20: Sbb: Storage Bridge Bay
CloudByte ESA-A100 User's Manual SBB: Storage Bridge Bay The ESA-A100 Super SBB was designed to function as a fully redundant, fault- tolerant "cluster-in-a-box" system. The standard support for 24 3.5" hot-swap HDDs (SAS1 or SAS2) may be expanded to support additional storage with the optional SBB JBOD configuration. -
Page 21: Server Installation
Chapter 2: Server Installation Chapter 2 Server Installation Overview This chapter provides a quick setup checklist to get your ESA-A100 up and running. Following these steps in the order given should enable you to have the system operational within a minimum amount of time. This quick setup assumes that your system has come to you with the processors and memory preinstalled. -
Page 22: Warnings And Precautions
CloudByte ESA-A100 User's Manual • This product is for installation only in a Restricted Access Location (dedicated equipment rooms, service closets and the like). • This product is not suitable for use with visual display work place devices acccording to §2 of the the German Ordinance for Work with Visual Display Units. -
Page 23: Rack Mounting Considerations
Chapter 2: Server Installation Rack Mounting Considerations Ambient Operating Temperature If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the ambient operating tempera- ture of the rack environment may be greater than the ambient temperature of the room. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the equipment in an environment compatible with the manufacturer’s maximum rated ambient tempera- ture (Tmra). -
Page 24: Installing The System Into A Rack
CloudByte ESA-A100 User's Manual Installing the System into a Rack This section provides information on installing the chassis into a rack unit with the quick-release rails provided. There are a variety of rack units on the market, which may mean the assembly procedure will differ slightly. You should also refer to the installation instructions that came with the rack unit you are using. -
Page 25: Installing The Outer Rack Rails
Chapter 2: Server Installation Installing the Outer Rack Rails Outer rails attach to the server rack and hold the server in place. The outer rails for the SC937 chassis extend between 30 inches and 33 inches. Installing the Outer Rails 1. -
Page 26: Installing The Chassis Into A Rack
CloudByte ESA-A100 User's Manual Figure 2-3. Installing the Chassis into the Rack Installing the Chassis into a Rack Installing into a Rack 1. Confirm that the inner and outer rails are properly installed. 2. Line up the inner (chassis) rails with the front of the outer (rack) rails. -
Page 27: System Interface
Chapter 3: System Interface Chapter 3 System Interface Overview There are several LEDs on two control panels as well as others on the drive carriers to keep you constantly informed of the overall status of the system as well as the activity and health of specific components. -
Page 28: Overheat/Fan Fail
CloudByte ESA-A100 User's Manual Overheat/Fan Fail: When this LED flashes, it indicates a fan failure. When on continuously it indicates an overheat condition, which may be caused by cables obstructing the airflow in the system or the ambient room temperature being too warm. Check the routing of the cables and make sure all fans are present and operating normally. -
Page 29: Power
Chapter 3: System Interface Power Indicates power is being supplied to the system's power supply units. This LED should normally be illuminated when the system is operating. Drive Carrier LEDs Each drive carrier has two LEDs: • Green: When illuminated, the green LED on the drive carrier indicates the drive is powered on. - Page 30 CloudByte ESA-A100 User's Manual Notes...
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Page 31: Standardized Warning Statements For Ac Systems
The following statements are industry standard warnings, provided to warn the user of situations which have the potential for bodily injury. Should you have questions or experience difficulty, contact Cloudbyte's Technical Support department for assistance. Only certified technicians should attempt to install or configure components. -
Page 32: Installation Instructions
CloudByte ESA-A100 User's Manual Installation Instructions Warning! Read the installation instructions before connecting the system to the power source. Circuit Breaker Warning! This product relies on the building's installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection. Ensure that the protective device is rated not greater than: 250 V, 20 A. -
Page 33: Battery Handling
Chapter 4: Warning Statements for AC Systems Battery Handling Warning! There is the danger of explosion if the battery is replaced incorrectly. Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions... -
Page 34: Redundant Power Supplies
AC adaptors. Using any other cables and adaptors could cause a malfunction or a fire. Electrical Appliance and Material Safety Law prohibits the use of UL or CSA -certified cables (that have UL/CSA shown on the code) for any other electrical devices than products designated by Cloudbyte only. - Page 35 Chapter 4: Warning Statements for AC Systems Notes...
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Page 36: Advanced Serverboard Setup
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Chapter 5 Advanced Serverboard Setup This chapter provides detailed information on the serverboard. All serverboard jumpers and connections are described. A layout and quick reference chart are also included in this chapter for your reference. Remember to completely close the chassis when you have finished working with the serverboard to better cool and protect the system. -
Page 37: Cable And Device Connections
CloudByte ESA-A100 User's Manual Cable and Device Connections All data and power connections between the serverboard to the system (including the power supplies and the hard drives) are provided through the midplane. Most of these connections are made automatically when the system is assembled. "Right"... -
Page 38: Installing The Processor And Heatsink
CPU socket cap is in place and none of the socket pins are bent; otherwise, contact your retailer immediately. • Refer to the CloudByte web site for updates on CPU support. Installing an LGA 1356 Processor 1. Press the socket clip to release the load plate covering the CPU socket from its locked position. - Page 39 CloudByte ESA-A100 User's Manual 5. Align the CPU key, which is a semi-circle cutout, against the socket key, which is the notch be- low the gold color dot on the side of the socket. 6. Align pin 1 of the CPU against pin 1 of the CPU socket.
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Page 40: Installing A Cpu Heatsink
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Installing a CPU Heatsink 1. Remove power from the system and unplug the AC power cord from the power supply. Screw #1 (behind) 2. Do not apply any thermal grease to the heatsink or the CPU die; the required amount has already been applied. -
Page 41: Introduction
Chapter 6 AMI BIOS Chapter 6 BIOS Introduction This chapter describes the AMI BIOS Setup utility for the serverboard. It also pro- vides the instructions on how to navigate the AMI BIOS Setup utility screens. The AMI ROM BIOS is stored in a Flash EEPROM and can be easily updated. Starting BIOS Setup Utility To enter the AMI BIOS Setup utility screens, press the <Del>... -
Page 42: Ipmi
CloudByte ESA-A100 User's Manual his feature displays the features that need to be enabled for the Intel Trusted Execution Technology to work properly in the system. VT-d Support: Intel Virtualization Technology with Direct I/O support VT Support: Intel Virtualization Technology support... - Page 43 Chapter 6 AMI BIOS Select Yes, On next reset to erase all system event logs upon next system reboot. Select Yes, On every reset to erase all system event logs upon each system reboot. Select No to keep all system event logs after each system reboot. The options are No, Yes, On next reset, and Yes, On every reset.
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Page 44: Boot
CloudByte ESA-A100 User's Manual This feature allows the user to select the source of the IP address for this computer. If Static is selected, you will need to know the IP address of this computer and enter it to the system manually in the field. If DHCP is selected, the BIOS will search for a DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server in the network that is at- tached to and request the next available IP address for this computer. -
Page 45: Security
Chapter 6 AMI BIOS This submenu allows the user to specify the boot priority sequence of a network device. 1st Device UEFI Boot Device BBS Priorities This submenu allows the user to specify the boot priority sequence of a UEFI bootable device. - Page 46 CloudByte ESA-A100 User's Manual settings can take effect. Select Save Changes and Exit, and press <Enter>. When the dialog box appears, asking you if you want to exit the BIOS setup without sav- ing, select Yes to quit BIOS without saving the changes, or select No to quit the BIOS and save changes.
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