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- Page 1 Rackable Systems S3118 3U STORAGE SERVER USER’S MANUAL Revision 1.0.1 S3118-Manual-1.0.1 June 30, 2005 Page 1 of 15...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Server Components ..................... 3 Server Installation ........................ 4 Unpacking the Server ....................4 Preparing for Setup...................... 4 Installing the S3118 into a Rack ................4 Moving the S3118 Within/Between Racks ............... 6 System Interface ........................6 Front I/O Panel ......................6 Drive Carrier I/O ...................... -
Page 3: Introduction
1.1 Overview Figure 1: S3118 Storage Server The Rackable Systems S3118 server (figure 1) is a high-end, 3U rack mount storage server featuring some of the most advanced technology currently available. It is designed with today's most state-of-the- art features: •... -
Page 4: Server Installation
2.1 Unpacking the Server On receipt of the S3118 server, please inspect the box that the system was shipped in for signs of shipping damage before opening it. If you see any, you will need to file a damage claim with the carrier who delivered it before proceeding. - Page 5 Installing the Server into a 19” Rack The S3118 comes with two rails that should be used for installation into a standard 19” rack. First, attach one rail on each side of the system using appropriately sized screws. Then slide the unit between the mounting rails of the rack.
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Page 6: Moving The S3118 Within/Between Racks
2.4 Moving the S3118 Within/Between Racks If you later need to move the S3118 server, please carefully remove all drive carriers from the unit prior to moving the unit. Once you have re-racked the server in the new location, reinsert the drives into their original locations as shown above. -
Page 7: Drive Carrier I/O
The S3118 server’s front I/O panel (figure 6) provides (left to right) a power on/off button; power, hard drive activity, and management LEDs; and an RJ45 serial port supporting serial redirection for remote management. At the far left (not pictured), there is also an LCD screen that can be programmed via the remote management card or from the host operating system. -
Page 8: Configuring Hardware Raid
4.2 Configuring Software RAID The S3118 server will typically be set up configured for hardware RAID 5. To configure the system for software RAID, follow the hardware RAID setup instructions above to enter the RAID card manufacturer’s BIOS screen and then erase any RAID arrays that have been created previously, leaving all drives exported as single drives (JBOD or “single disk”... -
Page 9: Software Installation And Tuning
NAS Server: preinstalled & configured turnkey server for use as a dedicated NAS appliance, suitable for use with Linux/Unix, Windows, and Macintosh clients • Linux Server: by installing a compatible version of Linux, the S3118 can easily be set up as a Linux file server or application server. •... -
Page 10: Linux Server Configuration
Operating System Installation If your S3118 configuration includes a single or mirrored pair of boot drives accessible from the rear of the server, you may want to consider installing the operating system there in order to provide an isolated boot environment from the RAID. - Page 11 To access drives on the second 3Ware card, you need to first determine any device name that resides on the second controller card. Using hardware RAID and one RAID volume per card, typically you would S3118-Manual-1.0.1 June 30, 2005 Page 11 of 15...
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Page 12: Windows Server Configuration
S3118 to create a standard Windows file server or application server. If your S3118 configuration includes a single or mirrored pair of boot drives accessible from the rear of the server, you may want to consider installing the operating system there in order to provide an isolated boot environment from the RAID. -
Page 13: General Safety Precautions
Keep the area around the S3118 clean and free of clutter. • The S3118 weighs approximately 85 lbs. When lifting the system, two people at either end should lift slowly with their feet spread out to distribute the weight. Always keep your backs straight and lift with your legs. - Page 14 19 x 5.25 x 27.3 in. (W x H x D) Weight Gross: Full System: 85 lbs. (As measured with 18 hard drives, two CPUs, three PCI cards, floppy/CD- ROM, Remote Management card and LCD) S3118-Manual-1.0.1 June 30, 2005 Page 14 of 15...
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Page 15: Contacting Rackable Systems
8 Contacting Rackable Systems Rackable Corporate Headquarters: Email: sales@rackable.com (General Information) Rackable Systems, Inc. support@rackable.com (Technical Support) 1933 Milmont Dr. Milpitas, CA 95035 USA Web Site: http://www.rackable.com Tel: +1.408.321.0290 Fax: +1.408.321.0293 S3118-Manual-1.0.1 June 30, 2005 Page 15 of 15...