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General| Form Factor | 3U |
|---|---|
| Drive Types Supported | SAS, SATA |
| Maximum Number of Drives | 12 |
| RAID Levels Supported | 0, 1, 3, 5, 6, 10 |
| Power Supply | Dual redundant power supplies |
| Operating Temperature | 10°C to 35°C |
| Warranty | 1 year |
| Host Interfaces | SAS |
| Storage Type | Disk |
| Management Interface | Web-based GUI |
Introduces the IBM System Storage DS3300, its purpose, and key benefits.
Explains the standard notices and statements used throughout the document for clarity.
Summarizes the essential features and operating specifications of the DS3300 storage subsystem.
Details the main removable components of the DS3300, including drives, bezels, and controllers.
Describes the power supply units, fans, and battery units that support the DS3300's operation.
Covers compatibility, upgrade procedures for software and firmware, and determining levels.
Outlines site requirements like area, dimensions, weight, and environmental conditions.
Lists hardware and software items to verify after unpacking the DS3300.
Provides a summary of the DS3300 installation process, including key steps and cautions.
Offers precautions for safely handling static-sensitive components during installation to prevent damage.
Lists site requirements and preparation activities needed before installing the DS3300 in a rack.
Details iSCSI controller connectors and enclosure ID settings.
Covers Ethernet and SAS cable specifications, routing, and handling precautions.
Provides steps and topologies for connecting storage expansion enclosures to the DS3300.
Explains management methods and initial subsystem configuration steps.
Details procedures for performing health checks, hardware inspection, and status monitoring.
Covers turning the storage subsystem on, off, performing emergency shutdowns, and restoring power.
Explains the status indicators for power supplies, front panel, controllers, and iSCSI ports.
Discusses cache memory, cache battery functions, and battery age timer management.
Details service action LEDs and general guidelines for replacing system components.
Covers removing, installing, and replacing RAID controllers and hot-swap hard disk drives.
Details procedures for replacing power supply units, batteries, DIMMs, bezels, and tabs.
Provides a table of problem indicators, possible causes, and solutions for common storage subsystem issues.
Contains compliance statements related to electronic emissions from various regulatory bodies like FCC.
Addresses particulate contamination limits and the product's documentation format (PDF).
Provides fields for recording essential product identification numbers like serial and model numbers.
Offers tables for logging hard disk drive locations and subsystem controller information for reference.
Lists essential troubleshooting steps to perform before contacting IBM support for assistance.
Guides users to various IBM resources, documentation, and web support for product information and help.
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