easyRAID Q24P2-U4R4 Hardware Manual

Scsi channel to serial ata ii disk array system

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easyRAID Q24P2-U4R4
Hardware Manual
42-30000-5105
SCSI Channel to Serial ATA II
Disk Array System
Version 1.0

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  • Page 1 Q24P2-U4R4 Hardware Manual 42-30000-5105 SCSI Channel to Serial ATA II Disk Array System Version 1.0...
  • Page 3 Q24P2-U4R4 U320 SCSI Channel to Serial ATA II Disk Array System Hardware User Manual...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Preface........................i Chapter 1 System Requirements Operating Environment ..................1 VT100 Terminal Settings .................. 1 Host Interface ....................2 Chapter 2 Basic Configuration Unpacking ......................3 Components ......................5 Closed Front Panel ................... 5 Open Front Panel ..................... 6 Disk Tray ......................
  • Page 7: Preface

    Preface About this Manual This manual is designed to make the disk array system as easy to use as possible. Information contained in this document has been checked for accuracy, but no guarantee is given that the con- tents are correct. Information and specifications are subject to change without notice. Copyright Notice ©...
  • Page 8 Q24P2-U4R4 Serial ATA II Disk Array System Important Safety Instructions, Care and Handling Before starting, take a few minutes to read this manual. Read all of these instructions and save this manual for later reference. Protect the disk array system from extremely high or low temperatures.
  • Page 9 Q24P2-U4R4 Serial ATA II Disk Array System The appliance must be grounded. The disk array system is equipped with a 3-wire grounded type of power cord. This power cord will only fit into a grounded type of power outlet.
  • Page 10 Q24P2-U4R4 Serial ATA II Disk Array System Placement Notes • The disk array system LCD panel can be damaged by exposure to direct sunlight. Limit exposure to subdued or indirect sunlight only. • The disk array system should be used only in clean environments that are free from airborne contaminants such as dust, dirt, and smoke.
  • Page 11: Chapter 1 System Requirements

    1 System Requirements Ensure that the following requirements are met before installing the disk array system. Operating Environment • 15 cm (6-inches) of space around the disk array system for proper ventilation • ambient temperature of 5°C to 40°C (40°F to 104°F) •...
  • Page 12: Host Interface

    The disk array system has dual SCSI interfaces. Refer to the following sections to understand host interface system requirements. Small Computer Systems Interface The easyRAID Q24P2-U4R4 has dual U320 SCSI interfaces that are compatible with previous SCSI standards. Refer to the following table to understand SCSI bus requirements. Note Subtract the internal cable length (30 cm) from the maximum SCSI bus length to calculate the maximum external SCSI cable length.
  • Page 13: Chapter 2 Basic Configuration

    2 Basic Configuration This chapter describes disk array system connections and disk installation. Unpacking Contact your supplier if any of the following items are missing or damaged. Caution The disk array system is heavy. Be careful when lifting and moving it. Item Disk Array System 1 pcs...
  • Page 14 Q24P2-U4R4 Serial ATA II Disk Array System VHDC to VHDC Ultra320 SCSI Cable 1 pcs HPD to VHDC Ultra320 SCSI Cable 1 pcs Terminator VHDC 1 pcs Front Panel Keys 2 pcs Power Cables 3 pcs Screw pack 2 pack...
  • Page 15: Components

    Q24P2-U4R4 Serial ATA II Disk Array System Components Closed Front Panel Power P/S Fail Access Enter Name Description Displays warning, operating, and configuration LCD panel information. Power-on indicator Indicates the disk array system power is on. Power supply fail indicator Indicates a failed power supply.
  • Page 16: Open Front Panel

    Q24P2-U4R4 Serial ATA II Disk Array System Open Front Panel 14 16 18 20 22 24 13 15 17 21 23 Tray LED Indication Color Status Bule Access Green Disk Online No Disk Name Description 1-24 Disk trays 1-24...
  • Page 17: Disk Tray

    Q24P2-U4R4 Serial ATA II Disk Array System Disk Tray Front Name Description Power/Error indicator LED Different colors indicate different disk states: • Green – Disk online • Orange – Disk full • Red – No disk This blue LED indicates that the disk is being Access indicator LED accessed.
  • Page 18: Rear View

    Q24P2-U4R4 Serial ATA II Disk Array System Rear View Fan 1 Fan 3 Fan 4 Fan 2 Host Port 2 Host Port 1 P/S 1 P/S 3 P/S 2 Name Description Cooling fan 1 System cooling fan. Ethernet Port Used for browser-based configuration.
  • Page 19: Installing Disks

    Q24P2-U4R4 Serial ATA II Disk Array System Installing Disks This section describes how to install disks in the disk array system. 1 Unlock the front panel door, then pull it open. Tray LED Indication Color Status Bule Access Green...
  • Page 20 Q24P2-U4R4 Serial ATA II Disk Array System 5 Slide the disk tray back into the empty slot (A), then slowly close the disk tray handle (B). 6 Repeat steps 2 to 5 until all of the required disks have been installed.
  • Page 21: Making Connections

    Host Port 2 Host Port 1 P/S 1 P/S 3 P/S 2 2 Connect the Ultra320 SCSI cable (B) to the right bottom connector of the easyRAID Q24P2-U4R4 host port 1 (primary SCSI channel) at the rear of the disk array system.
  • Page 22: Connecting A Network

    Q24P2-U4R4 Serial ATA II Disk Array System Connecting a network Connect the network cable to the RJ-45 port at the rear of the unit. Fan 1 Fan 3 Fan 4 Fan 2 LA N Hos t Por t 2...
  • Page 23: Mounting In A Rack

    Q24P2-U4R4 Serial ATA II Disk Array System Mounting in a Rack When the disk array system is completely set up, it can be installed in a standard 19-inch rack. Follow the instructions in this section to install the disk array system in a rack.
  • Page 24: Installing The Rail Extenders

    Q24P2-U4R4 Serial ATA II Disk Array System Installing the Rail Extenders Follow these instructions to fit the rail extenders if required. 1 If required, bolt the rail extenders into place as shown using the small bolts provided. 2 Slide the disk array system into the rack and bolt it into place with the supplied fixing screws.
  • Page 25: Chapter 3 Maintenance

    3 Maintenance Replacing a Disk A disk failure is indicated when the Power/Error LED at the front of the drive tray turns red and the audible alert sounds. Note Turn off the audible alert by pressing the Up and Down function but- tons on the front panel twice simultaneously.
  • Page 26: Replacing A Power Supply

    Q24P2-U4R4 Serial ATA II Disk Array System Replacing a Power Supply The disk array system is equipped with a Power Supply Fail Indicator LED at the front of the unit that turns red when one of the power supplies fails. The message “Power x failure” also appears on the LCD panel, where x refers to power supply 1, 2 or 3, and an audible alert sounds.
  • Page 27 Q24P2-U4R4 Serial ATA II Disk Array System 3 Loosen the power supply retaining screw. Fan 1 Fan 3 Fan 4 Fan 2 LA N Hos t Port 2 Hos t Port 1 P/S 1 P/S 3 P/S 2 Power Supply retaining screw 4 Pull the power supply handle out.
  • Page 28 Q24P2-U4R4 Serial ATA II Disk Array System 6 Insert a new power supply. Fan 1 Fan 3 Fan 4 Fan 2 LA N Hos t Port 2 Hos t Port 1 CO M P/S 1 P/S 3 P/S 2 7 Push the power supply handle into place.
  • Page 29: Upgrading Memory

    Q24P2-U4R4 Serial ATA II Disk Array System Upgrading Memory The disk array system takes a single DDR-333 DIMM with a maximum capacity of 2 GB. Fol- low these instructions to upgrade the memory. 1 Loosen the screws holding the controller cage in place.
  • Page 30 Q24P2-U4R4 Serial ATA II Disk Array System 4 Gently push the new DIMM into the socket, then push the corners of the DIMM down. The DIMM is secured by the DIMM retaining clips. Note The DIMM module will fit in only one direction. Do not force the DIMM into place.
  • Page 31: Appendix

    Appendix Hardware Specifications Item Specification Host Interface SCSI Ultra 320 Disk Interface SATA II, 3.0 Gb/s Dimensions 176 mm (H) x 485 mm (W) x 565 mm (D) Weight 34 Kg without disks RAID Functions • Raid levels: JBOD, 0, 1, 3, 5, 6, 10, 30, 50, 60, NRAID •...

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