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General| Form Factor | 2U |
|---|---|
| RAID Support | RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10 |
| Controllers | Dual Controllers |
| Host Connectivity | iSCSI, Fibre Channel |
| Product Type | Storage Array |
| Storage Type | SAN |
| Management Software | Dell Storage Manager |
| Processor | Intel Xeon |
| Maximum Raw Capacity | 480 TB |
| Power Supply | Dual |
| Protocols | iSCSI, Fibre Channel |
| Max Storage | 480 TB |
| Drive Type | SSD, HDD |
| Drive Types Supported | SSD |
| Operating Temperature | 10° to 35°C (50° to 95°F) |
| Host Interface | 8/16 Gb Fibre Channel, 10 Gb iSCSI |
| Host Port Speed | 8/16 Gb Fibre Channel, 10 Gb iSCSI |
Details the physical components of the SCv2000/SCv2020 storage system, including controllers, switches, and enclosures.
Describes the core SCv2000/SCv2020 storage system, its features, and drive support.
Covers the role of enterprise-class switches and expansion enclosures in the storage solution.
Outlines different deployment configurations for the SCv2000/SCv2020 system.
Explains the communication methods for data transfer and administration.
Steps to unpack the storage system and identify shipment contents.
Guidelines for ensuring the installation site is ready for the storage system.
General safety guidelines to prevent injury and equipment damage during installation.
Specific safety measures for rack mounting and handling the hardware.
Critical safety guidelines for electrical connections and power handling.
Measures to prevent damage from static electricity to electronic components.
General safety practices to follow during installation and operation.
Detailed steps for mounting the storage system securely into a rack.
Explains methods to achieve redundancy and failover for front-end connections.
Guides on connecting host servers via Fibre Channel, iSCSI, or SAS interfaces.
Details connecting servers using Fibre Channel fabrics and controllers.
Details connecting servers using iSCSI over Ethernet networks.
Covers connecting host servers directly using SAS interfaces.
Instructions for labeling front-end cables for clear identification.
Instructions for connecting management and replication ports via Ethernet.
Explains using embedded Ethernet ports for iSCSI host connectivity.
Outlines the principles for cabling expansion enclosures using SAS chains.
Describes common back-end cabling configurations for systems with and without expansion enclosures.
Instructions for labeling back-end SAS cables for identification.
Steps for connecting power cables and turning on the storage system and enclosures.
Identifies methods for finding the unique service tag for the storage system.
Provides worksheets to record essential system and network configuration data.
Details recording WWNs for Fibre Channel zoning configuration.
Instructions for downloading, installing, and launching the Dell Storage Client software.
Steps for discovering and selecting an uninitialized storage center for configuration.
Setting up the storage system name, IP addresses, and administrator credentials.
Entering network details for iSCSI fault domains during setup.
Performing initialization tasks and verifying the storage center configuration.
Configuring access for localhost, VMware vSphere, and vCenter hosts.
Steps to test system connectivity, controller failover, and MPIO functionality.
Creating test volumes, copying data, and testing controller restart for IO continuity.
Procedures to test MPIO functionality by disconnecting paths and restarting controllers.
Steps to delete test volumes after verification is complete.
Instructions for sending diagnostic data and labeling expansion enclosures.
Steps to add multiple or single expansion enclosures to a live storage system.
Guides on cabling enclosures together to form a chain.
Procedures to check the current disk count before adding expansion enclosures.
Steps for connecting enclosures to the A-side and B-side of the SAS chain.
Procedures for safely removing an expansion enclosure from a live chain.
Steps to release disks from an enclosure before removal.
Details on disconnecting A-side and B-side cables for enclosure removal.
Steps to diagnose and resolve issues with storage controller functionality.
Procedures for diagnosing and resolving issues related to hard drives.
Steps to identify and resolve common problems with expansion enclosures.
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