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USB 3.0-to-SATA II
RAID SUBSYSTEM
User's Manual
Revision 1.0

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  • Page 1 USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID SUBSYSTEM User’s Manual Revision 1.0...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem Contents Preface ............................. 3 Before You Begin ........................4 Chapter 1 Introduction ...................... 6 Technical Specification ..............................7 Identifying Parts of the RAID Subsystem ......................8 1.2.1 Front View ................................8 1.2.2 Rear View ................................10 1.3 RAID Concepts ................................

  • Page 3: Preface

    USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem Preface About this manual his manual provides information regarding the quick installation and hardware features of the mini-EPICa USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID subsystem. This document also describes how to use the storage management software. Information contained in the manual has been reviewed for accuracy, but not for product warranty because of the various environment/OS/settings.

  • Page 4: Before You Begin

    USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem Before You Begin efore going through with this manual, you should read and focus on the following safety guidelines. Notes about subsystem’s controller configuration and the product packaging and delivery are also included. To provide reasonable protection against any harm on the part of the user and to obtain maximum performance, user is advised to be aware of the following safety guidelines particularly in handling hardware components: Upon receiving of the prodct:...
  • Page 5 USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem Unpacking the Subsystem The package contains the following items: RAID subsystem unit One (1) power cord One (1) USB 3.0 cable Key Token (Optional) Two (2) screw handle Four (4) Rubber Feet Installation Reference Guide / CD User’s Manual...

  • Page 6: Chapter 1 Introduction

    USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem Chapter 1 Introduction The RAID Subsystem Unsurpassed Value - Most cost-effective SATA II RAID subsystem. - Compact Desktop size with stylish design. Application Flexibility - Extends useful life by adapting to future IT/SOHO requirements. Easy Installation & Maintenance - Provide a fast and easy way to install and manage the storage.

  • Page 7: Technical Specification

    USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem 1.1 Technical Specification Model iS05AAUW8 RAID Processor Integrated Micro-processor RAID Levels 0, 1, 3, 5, 10, LARGE, CLONE Host Bus Interface USB 3.0 Number of Host Channel Data Transfer Rate Up to 5.0Gbps Drive Bus Interface SATAII (Up to 3.0Gbps)

  • Page 8: Identifying Parts Of The Raid Subsystem

    USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem 1.2 Identifying Parts of the RAID Subsystem The illustrations below identify the various parts of the subsystem. 1.2.1 Front View User’s Manual...

  • Page 9: Led Indicators

    USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem 1.2.1.1 Disk Drive Carrier HDD Status Indicator Part Function HDD Access LED This LED will blink blue when the hard drive is being accessed. HDD Fault LED Green LED means HDD is detected/good. Red LED indicates hard drive has failed. No LED light means no hard drive in the slot.

  • Page 10: Rear View

    USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem 1.2.2 Rear View USB 3.0 Port - The subsystem has USB 3.0 port for connecting to Host/Server. - The fan provides proper ventilation for the RAID subsystem. Power On/Off Switch - Use the Power On/Off System Switch to turn on or off the RAID subsystem.

  • Page 11: Raid Concepts

    USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem 1.3 RAID Concepts The basic idea of RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) is to combine multiple inexpensive disk drives into an array of disk drives to obtain performance, capacity and reliability that exceeds that of a single large drive. The array of drives appears to the host computer as a single logical drive.
  • Page 12 USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem Failure in a hard disk will cause the RAID controller to enter into degraded mode. The host controller can still read/write data to the RAID without knowing any hard disk defect. Users have to replace the hard disk then the RAID controller will enter in on-line rebuild mode automatically.
  • Page 13 USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem Concatenating (Large) This mode is also named “Large”. In this mode, the RAID controller will concatenate all of the hard drives into a single hard drive with larger capacity. For example, if three 500GB hard disks are connected to the RAID subsystem in Large Mode, user will get a single hard disk with capacity of 1,500GB.

  • Page 14: Raid Levels Summary

    USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem 1.3.2 RAID Levels Summary No. of RAID Allowed Min. # of Description Level Failed Drives Drives Block striping is provided and yields higher None performance than with individual drives. There is no redundancy. Drives are paired and mirrored. All data is 100% duplicated on an equivalent drive.

  • Page 15: Raid Modes

    USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem 1.4 RAID Modes Normal Mode Normal mode means all of the configured hard drives exist and in good condition and the RAID controller is not in rebuild condition. Degrade Mode In degrade mode, some hard disk in RAID is removed or defective. No other RAID drive is under rebuilding condition.
  • Page 16 USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem On-line Auto Rebuild When the RAID controller enters degraded mode, it will search possible spare drive to do RAID rebuild automatically with the following searching priority: 1. Search the original RAID drive related hard disk. 2.
  • Page 17 USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem IMPORTANT: If a new/replacement hard disk (HDD) will be used to replace a failed hard disk, make sure of the following conditions: a. The new/replacement HDD is in good condition. b. The new/replacement HDD is same hard disk model (same capacity) or has bigger capacity.

  • Page 18: Chapter 2 Getting Started

    USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem Chapter 2 Getting Started This section describes the physical locations of the hard drives supported by the subsystem and give instructions on installing a hard drive. The subsystem supports hot- swapping allowing you to install or replace a hard drive while the subsystem is running. This also discusses on how to power-on the subsystem in preparation for operation.
  • Page 19 USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem c. Place the hard drive in the disk tray. Make sure the holes of the disk tray align with the holes of the hard drive. d. Install the mounting screws on the bottom part to secure the drive in the disk tray. e.

  • Page 20: Installing The Rubber Feet

    USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem 2.1.1 Installing the Rubber Feet Four (4) rubber feet can be attached to the base of the unit to provide stable stand. The following are the steps in installing the rubber feet: 1. Prepare the four (4) rubber feet. 2.

  • Page 21: Using The Key Token (Optional)

    USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem 2.2 Using the Key Token (Optional) NOTE: The key token provides data encryption. When key token is in the key token port, and the RAID subsystem is powered on and then the RAID volume is formatted and data is stored, the data is encrypted.

  • Page 22: Preparing The Subsystem And Powering On

    USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem 2.3 Preparing the Subsystem and Powering On Here are the steps to prepare the RAID subsystem for use. 1. Connect the USB 3.0 cable from RAID subsystem to the SATA port on Host/Server. Insert the key token into the key token port (if your RAID subsystem has Key Token).

  • Page 23: Chapter 3 Configuration Utility

    USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem Chapter 3 Configuration Utility The subsystem has a setup configuration utility containing important information about the configuration as well as settings for various optional functions in the subsystem. This chapter explains how to use and make changes to the setup utility. Configuration Method The RAID subsystem can be configured using the Application Program provided with the subsystem.

  • Page 24: Installing The Ap In Microsoft Windows

    USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem 3.1 Installing the AP in Microsoft Windows 1. Insert the CD that comes with the subsystem into the CD-ROM drive of your Windows host system. Navigate to “Raid Manager” folder and open “Windows AP- x.xx.xx” folder. 2.
  • Page 25 USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem 3. Click Install to begin the installation. The setup wizard will start installing. 4. Click Finish to exit the wizard. The application will be launched immediately. User’s Manual...
  • Page 26 USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem The mini-EPICa Application Program main screen will be displayed. User’s Manual...

  • Page 27: Starting The Ap In Linux

    USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem 3.2 Starting the AP in Linux To configure the RAID subsystem when connected to Linux system: 1. Insert the CD that comes with the subsystem into the CD-ROM drive of your Linux host system. Copy the application files from CD (RAID Manager/Linux AP- x.xx.xx/Linux_Fedora or Linux_uBuntu subdirectory) into local directory.

  • Page 28: Starting The Ap In Mac Os

    USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem 3.3 Starting the AP in Mac OS To configure the RAID subsystem when connected to Mac OS X Server: 1. Insert the CD that comes with the subsystem into the CD-ROM drive of your Mac host system.

  • Page 29: Mini-Epica Management Gui

    USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem 3.4 Mini-EPICa Management GUI The mini-EPICa management GUI contains the following menu options: Basic Mode: Provides information about RAID and disk drives. This also have Advanced information which shows System Information such as RAID and Disk Information temperature, fan speed and voltage levels.

  • Page 30: Other Buttons Of The Mini-Epica Management Gui

    USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem 3.4.1 Other Buttons of the mini-EPICa Management GUI Minimize Window button – Used to minimize the mini-EPICa GUI into taskbar. Close Windows button – Used to close the mini-EPICa GUI. Note that the AP is still running in the background. To exit the AP, right-click the mini-EPICa icon in the task bar then select Quit from the pop-up menu.
  • Page 31 USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem About button – Used to display the current mini-EPICa AP version. User’s Manual...
  • Page 32 USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem Turn Off the Buzzer – Use this to silence the alarm buzzer. User’s Manual...

  • Page 33: Chapter 4 Raid Management

    USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem Chapter 4 RAID Management This chapter provides details about configurations and options available in the RAID subsystem. There are two modes of operation: Basic Mode and Advanced Mode. 4.1 Basic Mode Under Basic Mode, there are three menu options that can be selected: RAID and Disk Information, Event Log Viewer, and Basic Raid Configuration.

  • Page 34: Raid Information

    USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem RAID Information: Disk Drives are RAID 5 member. RAID Information: RAID Level – Shows the RAID Level of the RAID Status – Shows the current status of the RAID. Status can be: Normal – No failed disk drive. Degrade –...
  • Page 35 USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem NOTE: In the left panel of the RAID and Disk Information, the status of a hot spare disk will be shown as “S0” for first host spare, “S1” for second hot spare, and so on. Disk Information: Model Name –...

  • Page 36: Event Log Viewer

    USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem 4.1.2 Event Log Viewer The RAID controller event log can be viewed from this menu. It will show the Number of Events, the Issued Module, Date, Type, and Message. Event Log Buttons: Save To File – This option allows the event logs to be saved as a log text file (.log). Enter the filename you want for the log file and click “Save”.

  • Page 37: Basic Raid Configuration

    USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem 4.1.3 Basic Raid Configuration This menu provides function for creating basic RAID configuration. This function will use all available disk drives in the RAID subsystem. NOTE: If you want to create a hot spare disk, use the Advanced Raid Configuration function.
  • Page 38 USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem To create a RAID using Basic Raid Configuration: 1. In the Configure RAID option, select the RAID Level you want for the RAID. Click “Apply” to save the RAID configuration. 2. When a dialog box is displayed, select “Yes” to confirm creating RAID. 3.
  • Page 39 USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem 4. An information message will be displayed. Click “OK”. 5. The RAID is created successfully. The RAID will be available to the Host/Server immediately and a new disk device will be detected. User’s Manual...
  • Page 40 USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem 6. Check the new disk drive in your Host/Server. Example: Connection via USB 3.0 In Microsoft Windows under Device Manager, the new disk drive (5Bays H/W RAID5 USB Device) is displayed. NOTE: If your RAID subsystem’s host interface is USB 3.0, you can create up to two RAIDs.

  • Page 41: Advanced Mode

    USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem 4.2 Advanced Mode 4.2.1 Email Notification and Event Settings This function provides option to configure email for sending event notifications when events happen. Email Notification Options: SMTP Server Name – Enter the SMTP Server name or IP address SMTP Server Port –...

  • Page 42: Advanced Raid Configuration

    USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem 4.2.2 Advanced Raid Configuration This function provides option to customize RAID configuration and select disk drive members. NOTE: Advanced Raid Configuration will automatically set any unreleased disk(s) as hot spare disk(s). Any unreleased disk(s) can still be used to create another RAID.
  • Page 43 USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem To create a RAID using Advanced Raid Configuration: 1. In the Configure RAID option, select Create RAID. 2. Select the RAID Level you want for the RAID. 3. Select the disk drives you want to become member of the RAID. 4.
  • Page 44 USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem 7. An information message will be displayed. Click “OK”. 8. The RAID is created successfully. The RAID will be available to the Host/Server immediately and a new disk device will be detected. NOTE: Any unreleased disk(s) will automatically become hot spare disk(s).
  • Page 45 USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem 9. Check the new disk drive in your Host/Server. Example: Connection via USB 3.0 In Microsoft Windows under Device Manager, the new disk drive (5Bays H/W RAID5 USB Device) is displayed. NOTE: If your RAID subsystem’s host interface is USB 3.0, you can create up to two RAIDs.

  • Page 46: Firmware Information

    USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem 4.2.3 Firmware Information Shows information about current firmware and provides function to upgrade the firmware version. Firmware Information – shows the Product Name, Firmware version, Manufacturer, and Flash Number. Firmware Upgrade Buttons: Browse – Use this button to browse and select the firmware file. After selecting the firmware file, the Select Firmware box will show the selected firmware file.
  • Page 47 USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem To upgrade firmware: 1. Select “Browse” and locate the firmware file. 2. Select “Update” to proceed with firmware upgrade. 3. The firmware will be upgraded. Click “OK”. 4. To reboot the RAID subsystem, uninstall the disk drive from the host system then power cycle the RAID subsystem.

  • Page 48: Raid Settings

    USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem 4.2.4 RAID Settings The RAID Settings provides options such as RAID Stand-by Timer and RAID Rebuild Priority. RAID Stand-by Timer Settings – Use this option to select time option, in minutes, before the RAID comes into stand-by mode. When there is no host access to the RAID, after the preset time (minutes), the RAID will be in standby mode.

  • Page 49: Chapter 5 Additional Information

    USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem Chapter 5 Additional Information 5.1 How to Change the USB 3.0 IO Interface Board to USB/1394 IO Interface Board NOTE: Prepare the USB/1394 IO Kit. Disconnect the host, power off the RAID subsystem, and remove the USB 3.0 cable from the USB 3.0 port.
  • Page 50 USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem Steps: 1. Prepare the 2 screw handles that is shipped with the RAID subsystem. 2. Remove 2 screws from the USB 3.0 IO interface board. 3. Insert the screw handle into the middle hole of the USB 3.0 IO interface board and tighten the screw handle.
  • Page 51 USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem 4. Carefully pull the screw handle to remove the USB 3.0 IO interface board. 5. Insert the USB/1394 IO interface board into the IO interface slot. Take note of the proper position of the IO interface board. If inserted in the wrong position, it will not attach to the IO interface.

  • Page 52: How To Change The Usb 3.0 Io Interface Board To Esata Io Interface Board

    USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem 5.2 How to Change the USB 3.0 IO Interface Board to eSATA IO Interface Board NOTE: Prepare the eSATA IO Kit. Disconnect the host, power off the RAID subsystem, and remove the USB 3.0 cable from the USB port. Contents of the eSATA IO Kit: One (1) eSATA IO Interface Board One (1) eSATA cable...
  • Page 53 USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem Steps: 1. Prepare the screw handle that is shipped with the RAID subsystem. 2. Remove 2 screws from the USB 3.0 IO interface board. 3. Insert the screw handle into the middle hole of the USB 3.0 IO interface board and tighten the screw handle.
  • Page 54 USB 3.0-to-SATA II RAID Subsystem 4. Carefully pull the screw handle to remove the USB 3.0 IO interface board. 5. Insert the eSATA IO interface board into the IO interface slot. Take note of the proper position of the IO interface board. If inserted in the wrong position, it will not attach to the IO interface.

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