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General| Input Frequency | 50/60 Hz |
|---|---|
| Topology | Double Conversion Online |
| Waveform Type | Sine wave |
| Form Factor | Tower |
| Nominal Output Voltage | 208/240 V |
| Nominal Input Voltage | 208/240 V |
| Input Connections | Hardwired |
| Output Connections | Hardwired |
| Audible Noise at 1 Meter | 65 dB |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 40 °C |
| Operating Relative Humidity | 0 to 95% (non-condensing) |
| Control panel | LCD display |
| Battery Type | Sealed Lead-Acid (SLA) |
| Interface Ports | USB |
Explains the content and purpose of the user guide.
Specifies the target audience and their assumed knowledge.
Details compliance with European regulations for IT equipment.
Defines roles like Service Person and User/Operator.
Provides safety instructions for lifting and handling.
Important safety guidelines for installing enclosures in racks.
Recommends ESD precautions for handling modules and components.
Notes on handling disk units and ensuring data security.
Lists key features of the SGI InfiniteStorage 15000 controller.
Details the components and specifications of the controller hardware.
Describes the power supply and fan modules and their status LEDs.
Explains the rear panel I/O ports and status LEDs on the controller.
Recommends using a UPS for system power protection during failures.
Details the initial hardware setup and installation of the controller system.
Procedures for inspecting and unpacking the controller system components.
Steps for connecting disk enclosures to the controller via SAS cables.
Explains tiers, RAID groups, and their configurations (8+1/8+2 modes).
Details connecting a terminal for initial setup and configuration.
Step-by-step guide for powering on the controller unit(s).
Information on configuring the controller, using CLI examples.
Steps to log in as an administrator using default credentials.
How to adjust the system time and date for accurate timestamps.
Uses 'tier' command to display tier status and check disk health.
Checks dual controller status and communication paths.
Steps to create and format LUNs (Logical Units) for storage.
Defines user access rights and configurations (authorized user, port zoning).
Details user identification, access rights, and security settings.
Provides minimum security via zoning, granting general admission.
Overview of tools for managing network storage and resources.
Accessing management info locally via serial or remotely via Telnet.
Explains login process and user access levels for management.
Manages host ports and storage assets across heterogeneous SANs.
Obtains status information for each host port.
Displays disk configuration and status of ten disk channels.
Displays current status and configuration of tiers (RAID groups).
Displays detailed tier configuration including health and status.
Displays current status of LUNs, indicating condition and progress.
Adding or removing tiers, which are automatically detected.
Commands for configuring network interface settings like IP, Netmask, Gateway.
Procedures for restarting the controller unit.
Safely shutting down the controller unit before powering off.
Using the SAVE command to save system configuration to non-volatile memory.
Using the DEFAULTS command to restore the system to its default state.
Manages storage pooling and creation of virtual volumes (LUNs).
Steps to add 32-bit or 64-bit LUNs, including capacity and block size.
How the controller recovers from drive failures using spare drives.
Identifies failing drives before they fail using SMART technology.
Describes two configurations: cache coherent and non-cache coherent.
Manages pre-fetch and cache efficiency through LUNs.
Keeps LUN data in cache for faster access by locking it.
Monitors pre-fetch, cache efficiency, and transfer rates by port.
Logs controller events for monitoring and troubleshooting.
Various utility commands for system monitoring and configuration.
Performs diagnostics tests on specified disks.
Manages the controller locally or remotely via Telnet.
Configures the controller's IP address, netmask, and Telnet capability.
Explains changing administrator and user login credentials.
Sets up the host computer to monitor controller events using SNMP traps.
Procedures for performing error recovery on the controller.
How to recover from failures of redundant components like power supplies.
How the system operates in degraded mode after a drive failure.
How the system handles single drive failures and initiates rebuilds.
Procedures to restore optimal state after replacing a failed drive.
Troubleshooting steps for simultaneous drive or channel failures.
Handling component failures within drive enclosures using SES messages.
Overview of the dense 4U 60 disk drive enclosure.
Describes the main components of the drive enclosure subsystem.
Describes the PCM modules, their LEDs, and voltage requirements.
Explains I/O modules for enclosure management and SAS interfacing.
Describes the drive carrier, handle functions, and drive status LED.
Explains FRU and status LEDs indicating component states.
Explains status LEDs and the audible alarm behavior.
Provides physical and environmental specifications for the drive enclosure.
Familiarization with configuration requirements and module positions.
Explains the numbering schemes for drive bays in the enclosure.
Important safety and handling procedures for rack mounting enclosures.
Importance of safety electrical earth connection and checking it.
Procedures for powering the enclosure on and off.
Shows fault and status conditions of I/O Panel LEDs.
Common issues encountered during initial system setup.
Explains LED indicators for normal and fault conditions.
Common problems and solutions for the drive enclosure system.
Explains thermal monitoring and airflow for temperature control.
Ensures replacement modules are ready before removing faulty ones.
General warnings and procedures for replacing modules.
Warnings and steps for removing and replacing PCM modules.
Warnings and steps for removing and installing I/O modules.
Procedures and cautions for replacing drive carrier modules.
Lists controller specs like host interface, cache, LUNs, and drives.
Details controller reliability features like SES support and redundant components.
Specs for chassis dimensions, power, environment, and certifications.
Illustrates drive addressing for 1x60 and 2x30 configurations.
Illustrates proper cabling for 2 controllers/5 enclosures and 2 controllers/10 enclosures.
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