Hitachi AMS 2100 User Manual (English)

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  If your host cannot access Hitachi storage, there may be a communication failure. Here's what you can do: 1. If using Fibre Channel, check the port activity LED on the Fibre Channel data ports. 2. Ensure all Fibre Channel cables are securely connected. 3. If using iSCSI, ping the array from the host to verify communication at the correct IP address. 4. Check other network devices like routers or switches for issues.
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  If a failure other than an array failure occurs with your Hitachi storage, consider the following: 1. Check that both the host and the array are powered on. 2. Make sure that all power cables are properly connected. 3. Verify the power source is working. 4. If there is a communication failure with the host, check the port activity LEDs on the Fibre Channel data ports. If they are not on, try a different port. Also, check the LUN Manager, mapping, and LUN settings.
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  To check for a failed array or part in your Hitachi storage, follow these steps: 1. Start Navigator 2. 2. Go to the Explorer pane and select Resources > Arrays. 3. In the Array List window, check for a failed array. If you find one, select Components > Trays. 4. From the Alerts screen, click Details to check for additional failed parts. 5. Read any detailed information about the failed part.
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  If Hitachi Navigator 2 fails to start, it might be due to a communication failure or a corrupt installation. Try the following: * Check and reset communication settings. * Check and reconnect LAN cables, replacing them if necessary. * Check LEDs and take appropriate action based on their status. * Check and restore power to the equipment as needed. * Verify that the computer acting as the management console meets the minimum requirements. * Check your browser settings and ensure the correct IP address is entered. * Verify that the Navigator 2 server is working and that the host has Java Runtime Environment (JRE) version 1.6 installed. * If the issue persists, reinstall the Navigator 2 software.
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Hitachi AMS 2100 Specifications

General

Brand	Hitachi
Model	AMS 2100
Category	Storage
Language	English

Summary

Preface

Intended audience

Defines the target audience for the document.

Product version

Specifies the firmware versions covered by this document.

Release notes and readme

Advises reading release notes for updates and restrictions.

Document revision level

Provides a history of document changes and revision levels.

Changes in this revision

Lists specific changes made in the current document revision.

Document organization

Explains how the document's chapters and appendices are organized.

Document conventions

Details symbols and typographic conventions used in the document.

Convention for storage capacity values

Defines how storage capacity values are calculated and presented.

Getting help

Provides guidance on how to contact support for assistance.

Comments

Instructions for submitting feedback on the document.

Safety guidelines

Personal safety

Outlines essential safety precautions for personnel.

Electrical safety

Details critical safety measures related to electrical hazards.

Equipment safety

Covers safety instructions to protect equipment from damage.

Safety and warning labels

Explains the meaning and purpose of various safety and warning labels.

Introduction

Overview

Provides a general overview of the Hitachi AMS 2000 storage system.

User maintenance tasks

Describes tasks for user maintenance and support programs.

System overview

Outlines the main components of the AMS 2000 Family storage system.

System components

Details the different units and components within the system.

System controls

Explains switches, connectors, and LEDs on the system units.

Identifying failed parts

Identifying a failed part

Describes how to determine if a part has failed.

Identifying the cause of a failure

Provides guidance on diagnosing the root cause of a failure.

Locating the failure

Explains how to pinpoint the location of a failure within the system.

Ordering replacement parts

Details the process for ordering necessary replacement parts.

Replaceable parts

Overview

Lists the parts that can be replaced in the AMS 2100/2300 system.

Base unit

Details replaceable parts located on the base unit.

AMS 2500 base unit parts - front

Lists front-panel replaceable parts for the AMS 2500 base unit.

Expansion unit

Describes replaceable parts for the expansion unit.

Replacing parts

Before starting maintenance

Covers essential precautions before performing any maintenance tasks.

Replacing a front bezel

Provides steps for replacing the front bezel on various units.

Replacing a disk drive

Details the procedure for replacing a disk drive.

Replacing a power supply

Explains how to replace power supply units.

Replacing a backup battery

Outlines the process for replacing cache backup batteries.

Replacing a control unit

Describes how to replace a control unit.

Replacing a host connector

Details the procedure for replacing a host connector.

Replacing an ENC unit

Explains how to remove and replace an ENC unit.

Replacing an ENC cable

Provides instructions for replacing ENC cables.

Replacing parts in a high-density expansion unit

Covers replacing parts in high-density expansion units.

Maintenance

Before starting general maintenance

Discusses periodic maintenance items and schedules.

Inspecting and cleaning the array

Provides instructions for inspecting and cleaning the array components.

Checking for loose or damaged cables or connectors

Advises checking cables and connectors for proper connection and damage.

Moving an array

Covers procedures and precautions for moving the storage array.

Long term array storage

Offers guidance on storing the array for extended periods.

Troubleshooting

Getting help

Directs users on how to obtain technical support.

Troubleshooting tables

Lists common problems, their causes, and suggested actions.

Troubleshooting flowcharts

Presents step-by-step flowcharts for common issues.

Recovering from failures

Guides users on how to recover from array failures.

Troubleshooting based on LED indications

Explains how to diagnose failures using LED indicators.

Errors

Error recovery

Details procedures for recovering from system errors.

Glossary

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Hitachi AMS 2100 User Manual

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Questions and Answers:

Hitachi AMS 2100 Specifications

Summary

Preface

Intended audience

Product version

Release notes and readme

Document revision level

Changes in this revision

Document organization

Document conventions

Convention for storage capacity values

Related documents

Getting help

Comments

Safety guidelines

Personal safety

Electrical safety

Equipment safety

Safety and warning labels

Introduction

Overview

User maintenance tasks

System overview

System components

System controls

Identifying failed parts

Identifying a failed part

Identifying the cause of a failure

Locating the failure

Ordering replacement parts

Replaceable parts

Overview

Base unit

AMS 2500 base unit parts - front

Expansion unit

Replacing parts

Before starting maintenance

Replacing a front bezel

Replacing a disk drive

Replacing a power supply

Replacing a backup battery

Replacing a control unit

Replacing a host connector

Replacing an ENC unit

Replacing an ENC cable

Replacing parts in a high-density expansion unit

Maintenance

Before starting general maintenance

Inspecting and cleaning the array

Checking for loose or damaged cables or connectors

Moving an array

Long term array storage

Troubleshooting

Getting help

Troubleshooting tables

Troubleshooting flowcharts

Recovering from failures

Troubleshooting based on LED indications

Errors

Error recovery

Glossary

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