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Rev. 4.0
20070131

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  • Page 1 AR3016G Hardware & User's Guide Rev. 4.0 20070131...
  • Page 2 Product specifications are also subject to change without prior notice. Trademarks Uniwide, Uniwide logo, AR3016G and RAIDWatch are all registered trademarks of Uniwide Technologies, Inc. Other names prefixed with “AR” is trademarks of Uniwide Technologies, Inc.
  • Page 3 AR3016G Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Warnings and Certifications (applies in the U.S. and Canada) FCC Class A Note This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device may accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 4 AR3016G Installation and Hardware Reference Manual This device is in conformity with the EMC. (Certified Worldwide) This device meets the requirements of the CB standard for electrical equipment with regard to establishing a satisfactory level of safety for persons using the device and for the area surrounding the apparatus. This standard covers only safety aspects of the above apparatus;...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    AR3016G Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Table of Contents CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION 1.1....................1-1 RODUCT VERVIEW 1.1.1 Product Introduction ..................1-1 1.1.2 Enclosure Chassis ....................1-2 1.1.2.1 Chassis Overview......................1-2 1.1.2.2 Physical Dimensions ...................... 1-3 1.1.2.3 Front Panel Overview ....................1-3 1.1.2.4 Hard Drive Numbering ....................1-4 1.1.2.5 Rear Panel Overview .....................
  • Page 6 AR3016G Installation and Hardware Reference Manual 2.7.3 Installation Procedure..................2-7 2.8. HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION ................2-9 2.8.1 Hard Drive Installation Prerequisites ..............2-9 2.8.2 SATA Drive Installation ...................2-9 2.9. DRIVE TRAY INSTALLATION ................2-10 2.10. RACK/CABINET INSTALLATION..............2-12 CHAPTER 3 SUBSYSTEM MONITORING 3.1...............3-1 UBSYSTEM...
  • Page 7 AR3016G Installation and Hardware Reference Manual 5.1.2 General Notes on Component Replacement .............5-1 5.2. REPLACING CONTROLLER MODULE COMPONENTS ........5-2 5.2.1 Overview......................5-2 5.2.2 Notes on Controller Module Maintenance ............5-3 5.2.3 Removing the Controller Module ..............5-3 5.2.4 Replacing the Controller Module ..............5-4 5.3.
  • Page 8 AR3016G Installation and Hardware Reference Manual APPENDIX D PIN OUTS D.1. SFP C ................... D-1 ONNECTOR D.2. COM1 C : DB9 A ............D-3 ABLE UDIO D.3. COM2 C : DB9 A ............D-4 ABLE UDIO D.4. IFT-9011 N ..................D-5 ODEM D.5.
  • Page 9: Safety Precautions

    Prior to powering on the subsystem, ensure that the correct power range is being used. • The Uniwide subsystem comes with sixteen (16) drive bays. Leaving any of these drive bays empty will greatly affect the efficiency of the airflow within the enclosure, and will consequently lead to the system overheating, which can cause irreparable damage.
  • Page 10: About This Manual

    AR3016G Installation and Hardware Reference Manual About This Manual This manual: • Introduces the Uniwide RAID subsystem series. • Describes all the active components in the subsystem. • Provides recommendations and details about the hardware installation process. • Briefly describes how to monitor the subsystem.
  • Page 11 AR3016G Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Conventions Naming From this point on and throughout the rest of this manual, the Uniwide series is referred to as simply the “subsystem” or the “system” and AR3016G is frequently abbreviated as “AR.” Lists Bulleted Lists: Bulleted lists are statements of non-sequential facts.
  • Page 12 AR3016G Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Software and Firmware Updates Please contact your system vendor or visit Uniwide’s Website (www.uniwide.com) for the latest software or firmware updates. Problems that occur during the updating process may cause unrecoverable errors and system down time. Always consult technical personnel before proceeding with any firmware upgrade.
  • Page 13: Chapter 1 Introduction

    “controller module.” The controller module is accessed through the rear of the AR3016G and is comprised of a PCB board, a rear faceplate, and a metal canister. An optional battery backup unit (BBU) can be installed in the middle of the controller module when viewed from the rear of the subsystem.
  • Page 14: Enclosure Chassis

    1.1.2 Enclosure Chassis 1.1.2.1 Chassis Overview The AR3016G RAID storage subsystem chassis is an enhanced 3U metal chassis divided into front and rear sections, which are respectively accessed through front and rear panels. Pre-drilled mounting holes in the sides of the 3U RAID subsystem enclosure allow you to attach separately purchased slide rails so that you can install the enclosure into a rack or cabinet.
  • Page 15: Physical Dimensions

    The front panel of the AR3016G RAID subsystem described in this manual is shown in Figure 1-3. A description of each front panel component is...
  • Page 16: Hard Drive Numbering

    (2) power supply units (PSUs), and two (2) cooling modules. A metal sheet covers the lower section of controller model slot and BBU slot. The rear panel of the AR3016G described in this manual is shown in Figure 1-5. A description of each rear panel component is given below:...
  • Page 17: Back-Plane Board

    They contain no user-serviceable components. 1.2. AR3016G Components The AR3016G houses many active components and most of them can be accessed through either the front or rear panel. The modular design of the active components facilitates their easy installation and removal. Hot-swap mechanisms are incorporated to eliminate power surges and signal glitches that might occur while removing or installing these modules.
  • Page 18: Drive Trays

    Figure 1-7: Drive Tray PN: IFT-9273CDTray Each AR3016G subsystem comes with sixteen (16) drive trays. The front panel of each drive tray (see Figure 1-7) contains a locking mechanism that secures the drive tray to the enclosure and a latch that facilitates the removal and installation of the drive tray.
  • Page 19: Controller Module Interfaces

    The controller module, PN: IFT- 83AF24GE16 comes without DIMM module installed. The heart of the AR3016G RAID controller subsystem is the FC-4G to SATA-II controller board. The controller comes with two (2) pre-set FC-4G host channels, CH0 and CH1.
  • Page 20 Please refer to Appendix A for instructions on connecting a UPS. ♦ Ethernet ports: The controller module on the AR3016G comes with a 10/100M Ethernet port used for remote management through the network. Shielded cables must be used to protect against emissions.
  • Page 21: Dimm Modules

    LED on the BBU rear panel and the fifth LED on the rear panel of the controller module will flash slowly. (See Chapter 3.2.8 for details on the LED indicators.) You can check the status of the battery’s charge via RAIDWatch or the firmware. AR3016G Components...
  • Page 22: Psus

    Figure 1-11: PSU Module PN: IFT-9273ECPSU The AR3016G is equipped with two (2) redundant, hot-swappable, 530W PSUs, which are located at the rear of the enclosure. (See Figure 1-5) The PSU is permanently mounted into a 2U (dual-level) bracket especially designed to house both the PSU and a cooling module, which is mounted in the lower part of the 2U bracket.
  • Page 23: Cooling Modules

    Figure 1-12: Cooling Module PN: IFT-9273ECFanMod The AR3016G is equipped with two (2) redundant, dual-fan cooling modules. They are installed in the slots located in the PSU modules (see Figure 1-12). Two (2) LEDs indicates the internal cooling fans status.
  • Page 24: Ar3016G Monitoring

    The cooling module specifications are listed in Appendix B. 1.3. AR3016G Monitoring The AR3016G RAID subsystem comes with several monitoring methods to give you constant updates on the status of the system and individual components. The following monitoring features are included in the subsystem.
  • Page 25: Firmware (Fw) And Raidwatch Gui

    Whenever you hear an audible alarm from the AR3016G, it is imperative that you determine the cause and rectify the problem immediately. Event notification messages indicate the completion or status of array configuration tasks and are always accompanied by two (2) or three (3) successive and prolonged beeps.
  • Page 26: Components

    AR3016G Installation and Hardware Reference Manual 1.4.2 Components The following components are hot-swappable: • PSU with cooling module • Optional BBU • Hard drive NOTE: Instructions on how to replace these hot-swappable components are given in Chapter 5. 1.4.3 Normalized Airflow Proper subsystem cooling is referred to as “normalized”...
  • Page 27: Chapter 2 Hardware Installation

    (ESD) damage. (See Section 2.3) 2. Component check: Before installing the AR3016G subsystem, you should first check to see that you have received all the required components. (See Section 2.5) If any items appear damaged, contact your vendor for a replacement.
  • Page 28: Safety Precautions

    AR3016G Installation and Hardware Reference Manual 5. SFP transceivers: If the FC cables that were previously purchased do not come with pre-installed SFP transceivers, transceivers must be separately purchased and connected to the FC cables. (See Section 4.1.4) 6. Memory modules: If you wish to change the pre-installed memory module, a separately purchased module must be installed.
  • Page 29: Static-Free Installation

    Chapter 2: Hardware Installation 9. Be sure that the rack cabinet in which the subsystem chassis is to be installed provides sufficient ventilation channels and airflow circulation around the subsystem. 10. Provide a soft, clean surface to place your enclosure on before working on it.
  • Page 30: Installation Procedure Flowchart

    AR3016G Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Step 3. Install hard drives: Separately purchased SATA-II or SATA-I hard drives must be individually installed into the drive trays. (See Section 2.8) Step 4. Install drive trays: After the hard drives have been installed into the drive trays, the drive trays must be installed into the enclosure itself.
  • Page 31: Unpacking The Subsystem

    Manual (Firmware), RAIDWatch Management Software and the RAIDWatch User’s Manual. 2.6. Installation Overview 2.6.1 Pre-installed Components The following components have been pre-installed in the AR3016G and therefore do not need to be installed: • 1 - LCD module • 2 – Front handles (right and left) •...
  • Page 32: Installing The Optional Bbu

    If this is discovered when you first use the BBU, return it to Uniwide or your system vendor. Installing the Optional BBU...
  • Page 33: Installation Procedure

    Chapter 2: Hardware Installation 2.7.3 Installation Procedure To install the BBU into the controller module, please follow these steps: NOTE: A new or replaced BBU takes 7 hours to charge to its full capacity. Reset the subsystem whenever a BBU is added for the new BBU to take effect. Step 1.
  • Page 34 AR3016G Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Figure 2-3: Use a Screwdriver to Remove the Metal Sheet Step 3. Install the BBU. After the metal sheet covering the BBU slot has been removed, the BBU can be installed. To do this, align the BBU with the slot from which the metal sheet was removed, and then gently push the BBU into the slot.
  • Page 35: Hard Drive Installation

    1-inch-high hard drives. It is highly recommended that you do not try to use drives of any other size. Drive type: The AR3016G described in this manual can use SATA-II or SATA-I hard drives. Please ensure that you purchase the correct hard drives.
  • Page 36: Sata Drive Installation

    AR3016G Installation and Hardware Reference Manual 2.8.2 SATA Drive Installation Step 1. Place the SATA hard drive into the drive tray (as shown in Figure 2-5), making sure that the connector at the back of the drive is facing the back of the drive tray.
  • Page 37 Chapter 2: Hardware Installation Figure 2-7: Open Drive Tray Front Flap Step 3. Align the drive tray with the slot in which you wish to insert it. Make sure that it is resting on the rails inside the enclosure, and then gently slide it in.
  • Page 38: Rack/Cabinet Installation

    PN: IFT-9273CSlider36 PN: IFT-9273CSlider32 The AR3016G subsystem has been designed to fit into a standard cabinet or rack. Two (2) slide rails are available for installing the subsystem into a rack or cabinet. Please contact your system vendor for further details. The subsystem should be installed in the rack or cabinet before the hard drives and the drive trays are installed.
  • Page 39: Chapter 3 Subsystem Monitoring

    Firmware (FW): The controllers in the AR3016G come with pre- installed FW, which can be accessed using either the LCD panel or a PC hyper-terminal. The AR3016G can be connected to a PC hyper-terminal through the COM ports. Device status information can be obtained from the FW.
  • Page 40: Status-Indicating Leds

    3.2. Status-indicating LEDs 3.2.1 Brief Overview of the LEDs The AR3016G has status-indicating LEDs distributed over the active components that inform subsystem managers about each component operational status. The list in Table 3-1 shows the number of LEDs assigned to each component.
  • Page 41: Lcd Panel

    Chapter 3: Subsystem Monitoring Component LEDs per Module Total LEDs Definition See Section 3.2.2 LCD Panel See Section 3.2.3 Drive Trays Controller See Section 3.2.4 Module(s) See Section 3.2.5 LAN Ports See Section 3.2.6 (optional) See Section 3.2.7 PSUs Cooling See Section 3.2.8 Modules Table 3-1: LED Distribution...
  • Page 42: Drive Tray Leds

    AR3016 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Name Color Status ON indicates that power is being supplied to the subsystem. Blue (Power) OFF indicates that no power is being supplied to the subsystem. FLASHING indicates that there is activity on the host/drive channels. BUSY White OFF indicates that there is no actively on the...
  • Page 43: Controller Module Leds

    Chapter 3: Subsystem Monitoring LED Name Color Status Drive Busy Blue FLASHING indicates there read/write activity on the drive. OFF indicates there is no read/write activity on the drive. GREEN indicates that a drive is installed in the drive tray Power Status Green/ Red RED indicates that there is a drive...
  • Page 44: Lan Port Leds

    A shielded Ethernet cable must be used to connect the RJ-45 Ethernet port to a hub on a network after you assign a permanent IP to the AR3016G. This enables you to manage your subsystem via the web. Two (2) LEDs located on the Ethernet port indicate the Ethernet connection status.
  • Page 45: Bbu Led

    Chapter 3: Subsystem Monitoring Name Color Status Online Status Green ON indicates currently connected to a LAN Green LAN Activity BLINKING indicates active transmission Table 3-6: LAN Connector LED Definitions 3.2.6 BBU LED The BBU LED is located on the right side of the BBU on the subsystem rear panel.
  • Page 46: Psu Leds

    AR3016 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual IMPORTANT! In addition to BBU failure itself and the charger failure, the subsystem may also light the BBU fault LED when the following occur: The temperature sensor embedded with the charger circuit reports a temperature reading exceeding 45 degree Celsius. 2.
  • Page 47: Cooling Module Leds

    Figure 3-7: Cooling Module LEDs and Cooling Fan Locations The AR3016G has a novel approach to stabilizing the temperature within the subsystem: When the intelligent sensors on the backplane detect higher temperature, such as high ambient temperature or the failure of any cooling or PSU module, the system will turn the cooling fans to high speed to extract more heat.
  • Page 48: Audible Alarm

    A different value set is reserved for triggering the cooling fans to operate at a high rotation speed. The fan speed value set is not user-configurable. Table 3-9 shows the default threshold values for the AR3016G. If any of these values are surpassed, the alarm will sound: Parameter...
  • Page 49: Failed Devices

    Chapter 3: Subsystem Monitoring 3.3.2 Failed Devices If any of the following devices fail, the audible alarm will be triggered: • Cooling module • PSU module • • Hard drive NOTE: When the temperature exceeds a preset threshold, the controller’s charger circuits will stop charging.
  • Page 50: Chapter 4 Subsystem Connection And Operation

    This chapter outlines some basic configuration rules you should use when configuring a storage system and introduces basic information about Fibre cables and Fibre topologies for the AR3016G. You can set the system up using these topologies or use them as a guide for developing your own unique topologies.
  • Page 51: Fc Lasers

    AR3016G Installation and Hardware Reference Manual 4.1.2 FC Lasers CAUTION! Lasers can be hazardous and may cause permanent eye damage or blindness, and therefore must be treated with respect and used with caution. Never look at lasers without knowing whether they are on or off.
  • Page 52: Topology And Configuration Considerations

    4.2 Topology and Configuration Considerations 4.2.1 Basic Configuration Rules When you are configuring your AR3016G, the list below contains some basic rules that should be followed. NOTE: Please adhere to these basic configuration rules. They are provided for your convenience to ensure that your storage system will run smoothly and effectively.
  • Page 53: Host-Side Topologies

    NOTE: Rather you are going to connect the AR3016G to hosts, or external devices, be sure to have SFP transceivers and Fibre cables ready. You may purchase the SFP transceivers and Fibre cables from your subsystem vendor.
  • Page 54: Sample Topology - Direct-Attached

    (See Figure 4-1). 4.3.2 Sample Topology – Direct-Attached In the configuration shown in Figure 4-2, one (1) AR3016G subsystem is connected to a single host computer. Data path redundancy makes sense when the following configurations are available: 1.
  • Page 55: Power On

    CH1, are connected to two separate HBAs on a host computer. 4.4 Power On Once all of the components have been installed in the AR3016G and the host channels have been connected to the host, the subsystem can be powered on.
  • Page 56: Power On Procedure

    Step 1. Power on the Fibre Channel connection devices. These devices include the hubs, switches, and any other such device that have been connected to the AR3016G. Please refer to the manual that came with your FC device to see the power on procedure.
  • Page 57: Power On Status Check

    4.4.3 Power On Status Check Once the AR3016G has been powered on, the status of the entire subsystem should be checked to ensure that everything is running smoothly and that there are no complications or malfunctions.
  • Page 58: Lcd Screen

    LCD screen. Wait for the front panel LCD to show “READY” or “No Host LUN” before the host boots up. Refer to Figure 4-4 on how to read the screens. Model Name AR3016G Ready Status/Data Transfer Indicator Figure 4-4: The LCD Start-up Screen The LCD screen startup sequence is shown and described in the sequence below.
  • Page 59: Power Off Procedure

    Ready System is ready for I/Os. 4.5 Power Off Procedure If you wish to power down the AR3016G, please follow these steps: NOTE: If you wish to power down the subsystem, please ensure that no time- consuming processes, like “Regenerate Logical Drive Parity” or a “Media Scan,”...
  • Page 60: Chapter 5 Subsystem Maintenance

    • Qualified engineers who are familiar with the AR3016G should be the only ones who make component replacements. If you are not familiar with the AR3016G or with RAID subsystem maintenance...
  • Page 61: Replacing Controller Module Components

    If the module comes with extraction levers or retention screws, use them to secure the module. 5.2. Replacing Controller Module Components 5.2.1 Overview The controller module in the AR3016G consists of the following replaceable components: • DDR RAM DIMM module •...
  • Page 62: Notes On Controller Module Maintenance

    Chapter 5: Subsystem Maintenance and Upgrading 5.2.2 Notes on Controller Module Maintenance • ES AR3016G is a single-controller model subsystem; therefore, it is necessary to power down the subsystem to remove the controller. When replacing a DIMM or the controller itself, the whole subsystem needs to be powered down.
  • Page 63: Replacing The Controller Module

    AR3016G Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Figure 5-1: Removing Screws from the Retention Levers Step 4. Remove the controller module by pressing down the two (2) levers at the back of the controller module. The controller module will automatically be eased out of the controller module bay. (See...
  • Page 64 Chapter 5: Subsystem Maintenance and Upgrading Figure 5-3: Inserting the Controller Module Step 4. Reposition the controller module. Once fully inserted, lift up the levers at the back of the controller module. This will set the controller module in the correct position. Figure 5-4: Lifting the Controller Module Latches Upward Step 5.
  • Page 65: Dimm Module Replacement

    DIMM module: • Pre-installed DDR RAM DIMM module: The AR3016G RAID subsystem comes with a 256MB capacity or above DDR RAM DIMM pre-installed on each controller board. If you wish to change the size of the DDR DIMM, then a new DIMM must be installed.
  • Page 66: Replacing A Faulty Bbu

    (See Section 5.2.3) 5.4. Replacing a Faulty BBU The AR3016G houses one (1) BBU that can sustain cache memory in the event of a power failure or in the extremely unlikely event of both PSUs failing. The BBU provides additional data security and helps minimize the loss of data during power shutdowns.
  • Page 67 AR3016G Installation and Hardware Reference Manual To replace a BBU, please follow these steps: Step 1. Remove the faulty BBU from the chassis. Loosen the two (2) retention screws located on both sides of the BBU, then pull out the BBU. (See Figure 5-8) Figure 5-8: Removing the BBU Step 2.
  • Page 68: Replacing A Faulty Psu Module

    5.5. Replacing a Faulty PSU Module 5.5.1 PSU Module Overview • Two (2) redundant PSU modules: The AR3016G is preinstalled with two (2) 530W, fully redundant, hot-swappable PSU modules. These modules are located at the rear of the subsystem. •...
  • Page 69: Replacing The Psu Module

    WARNING! Although the PSU modules are fully redundant, it is not advisable to run the AR3016G with a single PSU module for an extended period of time. If the second PSU module fails, the subsystem will be shut down. To replace a PSU, please follow these steps: Step 1.
  • Page 70 Chapter 5: Subsystem Maintenance and Upgrading Step 4. Remove the PSU module by grabbing the ejection handle from underneath and pulling the handle upwards. The ejection handle should gracefully disconnect the PSU from the backplane connectors. (See Figure 5-14) Figure 5-14: Removing the PSU Module Step 5.
  • Page 71 AR3016G Installation and Hardware Reference Manual the slot and when you feel the contact resistance push the handle downward to secure the module. (See Figure 5-16) Figure 5-16: Installing the new PSU Module Step 9. Secure the PSU to the subsystem by fastening the retention screw through the PSU ejection lever.
  • Page 72: Cooling Module Maintenance

    • Although the cooling modules are fully redundant, it is not advisable to run the AR3016G with a single cooling module for an extended period of time. If the remaining cooling module fails, the system is at risk of sustaining irreparable damage.
  • Page 73 AR3016G Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Step 1. To remove the cooling module, remove the PSU module first. Please follow the PSU removal process listed in the previous discussion. Step 2. Use a medium-size Phillips screwdriver to remove the six screws from the top of the PSU module.
  • Page 74 Chapter 5: Subsystem Maintenance and Upgrading Figure 5-19: Removing the New Cooling Module Step 4. Install the new cooling module by aligning the module with the module bay on the PSU module and gently lowering it into. The fan outlet should be aligned with the PSU faceplate and that the side with screw holes should be facing up.
  • Page 75: Replacing A Failed Hard Drive

    • Remove drives slowly: When removing a drive tray from the AR3016G, pull the drive tray out only about one inch and then wait for at least 30 seconds for the hard drive motor to spin down before taking it out completely.
  • Page 76 Chapter 5: Subsystem Maintenance and Upgrading Step 1. Identify the drive tray that contains the hard drive that needs to be replaced. Step 2. Open the front flap by pushing the button at the front of the drive tray. (See Figure 5-2) The drive tray front flap will automatically be lifted and the drive tray will be dislodged from the chassis.
  • Page 77 AR3016G Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Step 5. Remove the hard drive from the drive tray. Step 6. Install the new hard drive. Please refer to the complete hard drive installation procedures in Section 2.7.3. Step 7. Install the drive tray with the hard drive to the chassis. See Section 2.8.
  • Page 78: Appendix A Uninterruptible Power Supply

    A.1 Uninterruptible Power Supply Overview An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) is a separately purchased battery backup unit that is connected to an Uniwide subsystem. If the UPS is sufficiently large, it can be used to power the whole subsystem in the event of an AC power failure.
  • Page 79: Connecting The Ups To The Subsystem

    AR3016G Installation and Hardware Reference Manual A.4 Connecting the UPS to the Subsystem A.4.1 Connect the PSU Module Power Cords The two (2) power cords shipped with the subsystem must be plugged into the power cord sockets in the rear of the PSU modules. The plug at the other end of the power cord must be inserted into a socket on the UPS.
  • Page 80: Power On

    Step 1. Power on Fibre Channel connection devices (including hubs and switches). Step 2. Power on the UPS. Step 3. Power on the AR3016G subsystem. Step 4. Power on the host computers. Step 5. Trigger the firmware to allow the subsystem to detect the UPS.
  • Page 81 AR3016G Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Message 2: “UPS connection detected” This message appears when the COM2 ports on the subsystem have been connected to the UPS. Message 3: “Warning: UPS AC Power-Loss detected” This message appears when the UPS battery power level remains above 50% but its connection to the AC power supply has been disrupted in some way.
  • Page 82: Ups Message Summary

    Appendix A: Uninterruptible Power Supply A.6.3 UPS Message Summary Table A-1 below summarizes the UPS messages described above. It is important that you become familiar with these messages and their meanings to help maintain the integrity of the data running through your subsystem. Message AC Power Battery...
  • Page 83: Appendix B Specifications

    Appendix B Specifications Appendix B Specifications B.1. Technical Specifications Environmental Specifications Humidity Operating: 10% to 80% (non condensing) Non-operating: 10 to 95% (non condensing) Temperature Operating: 0º to 40ºC (32º F to 104º F) (w/o BBU) Operating: 0º to 35ºC (32º F to 95º F) (w/BBU) Non-operating: -40º...
  • Page 84: Technical Specifications

    AR3016G Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Certifications • FCC Class-A • • UL60950 • • BSMI Shock Operating: 5G, 11ms duration, half-sine Non-operating: 15G, 11ms duration, half-sine Vibration Operating: 5~500Hz, 0.16G, X/Y/Z Sine Non-operating: 5~500Hz, 1.0G, X/Y/Z Sine Warning Alarms •...
  • Page 85: Controller Specifications

    Appendix B Specifications B.2. Controller Specifications B.2.1 Configuration Specification RAID Levels 0, 1(0 + 1), 3, 5, 6, 10, 30, 50, 60, JBOD, or NRAID Host O/S Compatibility Host O/S independent Host Interface 4Gb FC Host Channels Pre-configured host channels Drive Interface Supports up to 16 channels of 3Gbps SATA-II All drive channels are pre-configured and cannot be...
  • Page 86: Drive Tray Specifications

    AR3016G Installation and Hardware Reference Manual B.3. Drive Tray Specifications Specification Height 28mm Width 110mm Depth 218.92mm Key Lock B.4. Power Supply Specifications Specification Nominal Power 530W DC Output 12.0V: 32A 5.0V: 32A 3.3V: 30A Input Frequency 47 to 63Hz AC Input 100VAC @ 9A –...
  • Page 87: Cooling Module Specifications

    Appendix B Specifications B.5. Cooling Module Specifications Specification Max. Air Flow (each High speed: 90 CFM module) Low speed: 70.7 CFM 9W max. Input Power 0.89A max. Input Current DC 12V Rated Voltage High speed: 51dB max. Acoustic Noise Low speed: 46 dB max. Operating: -10 to +60ºC Temperature Storage: -20 to +70ºC...
  • Page 88: Fault Tolerance Management

    AR3016G Installation and Hardware Reference Manual B.7. Fault Tolerance Management Specification Yes (with user-configurable detect only, clone Drive S.M.A.R.T Support and replace, and perpetual clone functions) Battery Back-up Option ISEMS (Infortrend Simple Enclosure Management Service) via I C Interface Automatic Drive Failure...
  • Page 89: Appendix C Spare Parts And Accessories

    Spare parts that come with the subsystem are listed in Table C-1. Model Name Description IFT-83AF24GE16 Fibre to SATA RAID controller module, for Uniwide AR3016G subsystem, 2 x FC-4G SFP host connectors, RAID 6 IFT-9273CDTray Drive tray, Type-III bezel and Type-II LED lightpipe IFT-9273ECPSU...
  • Page 90: Accessories

    AR3016G Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Accessories that must be purchased separately are listed in Table C-3. Model Name Description IFT-9270CUPSCab UPS cable, audio-jack to DB9 IFT-9270CSFP4GA01 Agilent Fibre Channel 4.25/2.125/1.0625 GBd Small Form Pluggable Optical Transceiver, LC, waive- length 850nm, multi-mode IFT-9270CFCCab01 Optical FC cable, LC-LC, MM-62.5/125, Duplex,...
  • Page 91: Appendix D Pin Outs

    Appendix D: Pin Outs Appendix D Pin Outs D.1. SFP Connector Pin Outs Each of the SFP host or expansion ports is comprised of a case bottom, an EMI case, and a 20-pin host connector. These port sockets receive Small- Form-Factor (SFP) fiber optic and copper-based transceivers.
  • Page 92 EonStor A16F-G2430 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual Pin Name Pin Description Transmitter ground (common with receiver ground) Transmitter fault; not supported FAULT Transmitter disable; laser output disabled on high or open MOD_DEF(2) Module definition 2; data line for serial ID MOD_DEF(1) Module definition 1;...
  • Page 93 Appendix D: Pin Outs D.2. DB9 Audio Jack Pin Outs This cable connects the COM1 serial port on the controller module rear panel for terminal emulation management. PN: IFT-9270ASCab Figure D-2: RS-232C (Audio Jack) Pin Outs CN1 Pin Number Pin Name Ground CN2 Pin Number Pin Name...
  • Page 94 EonStor A16F-G2430 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual D.3. DB9 Audio Jack UPS Cable Pin Outs Use this cable to connect the COM2 serial port to a UPS. PN: IFT-9270CUPSCab Figure D-3: RS-232C (Audio Jack) Pin Outs CN1 Pin Number Pin Name Ground CN2 Pin Number Pin Name...
  • Page 95: Modem

    Appendix D: Pin Outs D.4. Null Modem A null modem is used for wire-swap and is necessary for connecting COM1 CN2 to a PC serial port. PN: IFT-9011 Figure D-4: Null Modem Pin Outs Swap pin 2 and pin 3 Swap pin 4 and pin 6 Swap pin 7 and pin 8 Table D-4: Null Modem Pin Outs...
  • Page 96: Ethernet Port Pin Outs

    EonStor A16F-G2430 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual D.5. Ethernet Port Pin Outs Figure D-5: LAN Port Pin Outs Pin Name Pin Name LAN_TXP LAN_TXN LAN_RXN LAN_RXP Table D-5: Ethernet Port Pin Outs D.6. Main Power IEC-type receptacle. Ethernet Port Pin Outs...

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