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Hitachi VSP N800 User Manual

Hitachi VSP N800
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Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform N800
83-06-0x
Hardware Reference Guide
This document provides information about the system hardware components, mechanical, and
environmental specifications for the VSP N800 storage system.
MK-94HM8054-02
March 2021

Table of Contents

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Hitachi VSP N800 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelVSP N800
ConnectivityFibre Channel, iSCSI, FCoE
Form FactorRack-mountable
Installed Devices / Modules QtyVaries by configuration
High AvailabilityYes
Drive Types SupportedSSD
RAID Levels SupportedRAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, RAID 10
Power SupplyRedundant
Supported ProtocolsFC, iSCSI, FCoE
Data Reduction FeaturesDeduplication, Compression
ScalabilityYes
Management SoftwareHitachi Command Suite
CoolingRedundant cooling fans

Summary

Preface

Intended Audience

Identifies target readers for the document.

UEFI Development Kit 2010

Mentions the included UEFI Development Kit and its source.

Product Version Information

Release Notes Guidance

Advises checking release notes for updates and corrections.

Document Conventions Overview

Explains typographic conventions used in the document.

Storage Capacity Conventions

Physical Capacity Unit Definitions

Defines units for calculating physical storage capacity.

Logical Capacity Unit Definitions

Defines units for calculating logical storage capacity.

Accessing Product Documentation

Getting Help and Support

Provides resources for technical support and community forums.

Document Feedback

Instructions on how to provide feedback on the document.

Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform N800 Hardware Overview

Block Configuration

Describes the system configuration for block-level storage access.

Unified Configuration

Explains configurations supporting file and block access.

VSP N800 Model Details

Details the VSP N800 system architecture and interfaces.

VSP N800 Features

Lists key features and specifications of the VSP N800.

Scalability Features

Describes the system's pay-as-you-grow scalability.

Supported VSP N800 Configurations

Lists supported drive trays and drive counts.

Maximum Mounted Drive Trays

Details maximum drive trays and drives per controller.

Virtual Storage Platform N800 Controller

CBLH Controller Overview

Introduces the CBLH controller and its status indicators.

CBLH Front Panel Bezel LEDs

Defines the LEDs on the CBLH controller's front panel.

CBLH Front Panel LEDs (Without Bezel)

Details the LEDs on the front panel when the bezel is removed.

CBLH Rear Panel LEDs

Defines the LEDs on the rear panel of the CBLH controller.

CBLH Power Supply Unit LEDs and Connectors

Describes LEDs and connectors on the power supply unit.

Host, Network, and Drive Tray Ports and LEDs

Explains interfaces and LEDs for system management.

Front-end Module LEDs and Connectors

Details LEDs and connectors for various front-end interface boards.

PCIe Module Port Assignments

Lists port assignments for the PCIe module.

LAN Blade LEDs and Connectors

Describes LEDs and connectors for the LAN blade.

Back-end Module LEDs and Connectors

Details LEDs and connectors for back-end modules.

Drive Trays

Small Form-Factor Drive Tray (DBS/DBSE)

Describes the physical specifications of SFF drive trays.

SFF Front Panel Bezel LEDs

Defines the LEDs on the SFF drive tray front panel.

SFF Front Panel Without Bezel LEDs

Details LEDs on the SFF drive tray front panel without bezel.

SFF Rear Panel LEDs and Connectors

Describes LEDs and connectors on the SFF drive tray rear panel.

SFF/LFF AC Power Supply Unit LEDs and Connectors

Details LEDs and connectors for AC power supplies in SFF/LFF trays.

SFF DC Power Supply Unit LEDs and Connectors

Details LEDs and connectors for DC power supplies in SFF trays.

Large Form-Factor Drive Tray (DBL/DBLE)

Describes the physical specifications of LFF drive trays.

LFF Front Panel Bezel LEDs

Defines the LEDs on the LFF drive tray front panel.

LFF Front Panel Without Bezel LEDs

Details LEDs on the LFF drive tray front panel without bezel.

LFF Rear Panel LEDs and Connectors

Describes LEDs and connectors on the LFF drive tray rear panel.

SFF DC Power Supply Unit LEDs and Connectors

Details LEDs and connectors for DC power supplies in SFF trays.

Flash Module Drive Tray (DBF)

Describes the physical specifications of the Flash Module Drive tray.

FMD Front Panel Bezel LEDs

Defines the LEDs on the FMD drive tray front panel.

FMD Front Panel Without Bezel LEDs

Details LEDs on the FMD drive tray front panel without bezel.

FMD Rear Panel LEDs and Connectors

Describes LEDs and connectors on the FMD drive tray rear panel.

High-Density Intermix Drive Tray (DB60)

Describes the physical specifications of the DB60 drive tray.

Dense Intermix Drive Tray Front Panel Bezel LEDs

Defines the LEDs on the dense intermix drive tray front panel.

Dense Intermix Drive Tray Display LEDs

Details the LEDs on the dense intermix drive tray.

Dense Intermix Drive Tray Rear Panel LEDs and Connectors

Describes LEDs and connectors on the dense intermix drive tray rear panel.

Host Port Expansion Chassis

Host Port Expansion Chassis Front Panel Bezel LEDs

Defines the LEDs on the front panel bezel of the host port expansion chassis.

PCIe Switchboard

Details the PCIe switchboard and its status LED.

Host Port Expansion Chassis Fan LEDs

Describes the ALM LED for the expansion chassis fan.

PCIe Cable Connector LEDs

Details LEDs for the PCIe cable connector.

Host Port Expansion Chassis Power Supply LEDs

Describes LEDs and connectors for the power supply.

NAS Module

NAS Module Ports and LEDs

Details the ports and status LEDs for the NAS module.

Maintaining the Storage System

Storing the Storage System

Provides guidelines for storing the storage system.

Powering Off the Storage System

Outlines the procedure to safely power off the storage system.

Battery Unit Information

Discusses battery lifetime, treatment, and replacement period.

Removing Cables

Provides instructions for removing SAS cables.

Mechanical Specifications for VSP N800

Controller Mechanical Specifications

Details the mechanical specs of the controller chassis.

Drive Tray Mechanical Specifications

Details the mechanical specs of various drive trays.

NAS Module Mechanical Specifications

Details the mechanical specs of the NAS module.

Drive Size Specifications

Lists dimensions for different drive types.

Data Capacity Specifications

Lists data capacities for various drive types.

Rotational Speed Specifications

Lists rotational speeds for different drive types.

Maximum Mountable Quantity

Details maximum drive counts and spare drives.

Battery Specifications

Lists battery specifications related to intake temperature.

Host Interface Specifications

Details interface types, data transfer speeds, and port counts.

RAID Specifications

Details RAID levels and volume/group limits.

Shared Memory and Data Assurance

Discusses memory components and data assurance.

Chassis Size Specifications

Lists dimensions for different chassis types.

Mass Specifications

Lists the mass of different system components.

Required Height Specifications

Lists the required height (in U) for components.

Cache Specifications

Details cache capacity and backup methods.

Insulation Performance

Specifies insulation withstand voltage and resistance.

Electrical Specifications for VSP N800

Electrical Specifications Details

Covers input voltage, frequency, current, heat, and power consumption.

Environmental Specifications for VSP N800

Temperature Specifications

Details operating, non-operating, and transport temperature ranges.

Humidity Specifications

Details operating, non-operating, and transport humidity levels.

Vibration Specifications

Details vibration limits for operating, non-operating, and transport.

Impact Specifications

Details vibration impact levels in m/s².

Altitude Specifications

Details operating and non-operating altitude limits.

Atmosphere Guidelines

Provides guidelines for atmospheric conditions.

Acoustic Noise Specifications

Details noise levels for operating and non-operating states.

Noise Level Guidelines

Provides guidelines for noise levels, especially fire suppression.

iSCSI Standards and Specifications

iSCSI Standards

Lists standards applicable to iSCSI configuration and ports.

iSCSI Specifications Overview

Details supported iSCSI target functions.

iSCSI Copper Cables

Details cable specifications for iSCSI copper interfaces.

iSCSI Standards and Compliance

Lists standards applicable to iSCSI configuration.

iSCSI Specifications Details

Details iSCSI ports, connection methods, and transfer speeds.

Replacement Parts

Battery Unit Information

Discusses battery lifetime, treatment, and replacement period.

Data and Power Cables

Required Cables

Lists cables required for storage system installation.

Fibre Channel Cables

Details Fibre Channel connections and cable requirements.

iSCSI Optical Cables

Details cable specifications for iSCSI optical interfaces.

Managing Cables

Provides guidelines for organizing and protecting cables.

Bend Radius Values

Lists minimum bend radius values for different cable types.

Protecting Cables

Offers guidelines to protect cables from damage.

Cabling Full-Width Modules

Provides guidelines for cabling NAS modules and similar.

Ensuring Adequate Airflow

Advises on cable routing for proper airflow.

Preparing for Future Maintenance

Guides on designing cable infrastructure for future work.

Power Cable Assemblies

Details components and types of power cables.

AC Connections

Describes types of AC connections and their country standards.

Power Cable Usage Guidelines

Provides guidelines for using power cables with storage systems.

Three-Phase Power Considerations

Discusses the use of three-phase power for racks.

Cable Management

Offers solutions for managing cable congestion.

Port Address Mapping

Fibre Channel Port Address Mapping

Provides default and available addresses for Fibre Channel ports.

Non-Hitachi Racks

Non-Hitachi Rack Support

Outlines requirements for installing in non-Hitachi racks.

Hitachi Universal V2 Rack Rail Kits

Lists rail kit information for V2 racks.

Hitachi Universal V2 Rack Accessories

Lists rack accessory information for VSP G series.

Third-Party Rack Support for DB60 Trays

Provides guidelines for mounting DB60 trays in third-party racks.

Regulatory Compliance

Country Specifications and Certifications

Details country-specific certifications and product markings.

Environmental Notices

Disposal Guidelines

Explains proper disposal of electrical and electronic equipment.

Recycling Information

Details recycling of nickel-metal hydride batteries.

Index

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