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General| Model | Dell EqualLogic PS6500 |
|---|---|
| Category | Storage |
| Form Factor | 2U |
| Drive Type | SAS, SATA |
| Host Interface | iSCSI |
| Number of Controllers | 2 |
| Cache per controller | 4 GB |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 3.5 x 17.5 x 28.5 in |
| Operating Temperature | 50°F to 95°F (10°C to 35°C) |
| RAID Levels | 5, 10, 50 |
| Network Ports | 4 x 1 GbE |
| Power Supply | Dual redundant power supplies |
Describes the array's bezel, front panel, LEDs (hardware status, disk drive), and LCD panel.
Details the back panel, serial number label, and enclosure switch settings.
Covers ESD protection, chassis access, cable management, and power operations.
Guidelines for returning hardware, including packaging and contact information.
Explains the LEDs for disk drives and how to check their status.
Details disk drive numbering and how the array handles drive failures.
Covers essential requirements and precautions for handling disk drives.
Step-by-step instructions for removing and installing disk drives.
Identifies control modules, their ports, LEDs, and how to interpret status.
How to identify control module failures and the array's failover mechanism.
Covers handling requirements, firmware, microSD card replacement, and module installation/removal.
Guidelines for network setup and connecting network cables to control modules.
Explains the LEDs on power supply and cooling modules and how to check their status.
Describes array behavior during power supply failures and power requirements.
Step-by-step instructions for removing and installing power supply and cooling modules.
Details the LEDs on channel cards and how to interpret their status.
Explains array behavior during channel card failures and handling requirements.
Step-by-step instructions for removing and installing channel cards.
Details the LEDs on the EIP card and how to interpret its status.
Explains array behavior during EIP card failures and handling requirements.
Step-by-step instructions for replacing the EIP card.
Lists environmental, power, and physical specifications for the PS6500 array.
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