You should back up all data before installing any drive controller or storage peripheral. Promise Technology is not responsible for any loss of data resulting from the use, disuse or misuse of this or any other Promise Technology product. Notice...
Be sure to remove the packing foam from within the UltraTrak door. The UltraTrak and accessories include the following items: • UltraTrak RM4000 Unit • Quick Start Guide • Two drive-carrier keys • Null Modem Cable •...
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RM4000 is designed specifically for rackmount installation but may also serve on a bench top as well. The UltraTrak RM4000 installs directly to the rack with or without a shelf. Assemble the Mounting Brackets on each side of the RM4000 and set the unit into the rack.
Quick Start Guide Step 3: Install Hard Drives Before using, the UltraTrak must first be populated with ATA hard drives. Be sure to set the jumpers on the new hard drives for single or master operation. Consult the drive manual for the proper settings. Drive Latch Handle Front Panel UltraTrak Disk Drive Access...
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UltraTrak RM4000 Power Connector Hard Drive Mounting Holes (total of 4) Connector Insert the carrier into Handle the chassis this way UltraTrak Drive Carrier Figure 3. 7. Insert screws through the holes in the Drive Carrier and into the bottom of the hard drive. Snug each screw. Be careful not to over tighten.
SCSI Input Connector Serial (DB-9) Connector Power Connector SCSI Output Connector Serial (RJ-45) Connector Figure 4. Back of UltraTrak RM4000 Caution To prevent possible damage to the array or system, ensure that system power is OFF before connecting the cables.
UltraTrak RM4000 Step 5: SCSI Termination Correct SCSI termination procedures require that the first and last devices on the SCSI bus be terminated. If the first or last device is not terminated, or if devices other than the first and last are terminated, erratic SCSI bus performance may occur.
Power Switch Power Connector Figure 6. UltraTrak RM4000 power connector and switch Plug the UltraTrak and switch the power on. The power switch is located on the back of cabinet. After a few moments the LCD should display the following message: No Array is defined 30°C/86°F...
UltraTrak RM4000 Step 7: Enter the Password You are prompted for a password each time you access the UltraTrak Configuration Mode. A password consists of four digits. The default password is 0000. The active password digit is marked Please Enter Password: by an underscore.
Quick Start Guide Step 9: Configure the UltraTrak Following are the steps needed to create an array and get your UltraTrak running quickly. We’re using the automatic setup feature here, but you may also set the array up manually if you wish. Refer to the User’s Manual for details regarding the manual setup procedure.
UltraTrak. You should use matching drives for multiple-drive arrays to maximize capacity usage as well as performance. How do I learn more about configuring the UltraTrak? Refer to the UltraTrak RM4000 User Manual. That manual contains detailed information regarding configuration, troubleshooting and maintenance for your UltraTrak.
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