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Infortrend S12 Series User Manual

Infortrend S12 Series
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Infortrend
Infortrend EonStor / EonStor DS
S12/ S16/ S24 Series
Hardware Manual
Version 2.6

Table of Contents

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Infortrend S12 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelS12 Series
CategoryStorage
Drive Bays12
Supported Drives3.5-inch SATA HDDs
InterfaceSATA
RAID Levels0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60
Host ConnectivitySAS
Host InterfaceSAS
ControllerDual active-active controllers
Power SupplyRedundant power supplies
CoolingRedundant cooling fans
Form Factor2U Rackmount

Summary

Safety Precautions

Installation and Operation

Instructions for installing and operating the EonStor DS RAID system and JBODs.

Service and Maintenance

Important Notice

Recommends using Infortrend certified components for compatibility and quality.

ESD Precautions

Major Components

Chassis and Front Panel

Front Panel Components

JBOD LED Panel

Host Port Interfaces

Fibre-Host RAID Models (SxxF Series)

Details Fibre-Host RAID models, listing host port types and showing port locations for different speeds.

SAS-Host RAID Models (SxxS Series)

Details SAS-Host RAID models, listing host port types and showing port locations for 6Gb/s SAS and iSCSI ports.

Cache Backup Module (CBM) for RAID Models

System Monitoring Features

Hot-swapping

Hardware Installation

Installation Prerequisites

Lists requirements for hardware installation: static-free environment, component check, drives, cabling, and rack installation.

Installation Procedures Overview

Provides an overview of the system installation steps: unpacking, rack mounting, component installation, cabling, and powering up.

Installing Controller Modules

Installing Hard Drives

Hard Drive Installation Prerequisites

Lists factors to consider when purchasing and installing hard drives: capacity, profile, and drive type.

MUX Board Installation

SAS Interface Details

Installing Hard Drive into Drive Tray

Installing Hard Drive Tray into Enclosure

CBM Installation and Controller Removal

Installing CBM for RAID Models

Explains the installation of the Cache Backup Module (CBM) on the controller before rack-mounting.

Removing the RAID Controller

Provides steps to remove the RAID controller from the chassis by loosening screws and pushing ejection levers.

Controller Types and BBU Installation

Installing the BBU (Type I)

Details the procedure for installing the Battery Backup Unit (BBU) Type I into the controller.

Installing Flash Backup Module (FBM)

Installing the BBU (Type II)

Installing the RAID Controller

Earth Lead Kit Installation

System Connection

Fibre-Host RAID Connections

Fibre-Host Topologies

Fibre Cabling Procedures

Simple End-to-End Connection

DAS (Direct-Attached) Connection

Switched Fabric Connection (Dual-Controller)

Switched Fabric Connection (Single-Controller)

SAS-Host RAID Connections

SxxS-R/G2240-4 Controllers in DAS Configuration

DAS Connection with Redundant Host Path

DAS Connection to Two Servers

iSCSI-Host RAID Connections

Network & Host Connection Topologies

High Availability IP SAN with Redundant RAID Controller

Single-Controller with Fault-Tolerant Path

High Availability IP SAN for Remote Replication

High Availability IP SAN with Port Trunk

Single-Controller with Trunk

Hybrid Host Connections

Utilizing Hybrid iSCSI ports for Data Replication

JBOD Connections

SAS Expansion Links

Configuration Rules for SAS Interfaces

Management Console Connections

Power Connections

Checklist Before Powering On

Provides a pre-power-on checklist for CBM, hard drives, drive trays, cables, and ambient temperature.

DC Power Supply Power Cord Connection

Connecting Power Cords

Power On Procedure

Power On Status Check

LCD Panel LEDs

Explains the status LEDs on the LCD keypad panel (PWR, BUSY, ATTEN) and their meanings.

Controller LEDs

Details the status LEDs for controller modules: Ctrl Status, C_Dirty, Temp LED, and CBM Status LED.

PSU LEDs

Explains PSU and Cooling fan LEDs, indicating power status and fan failure.

LCD Screen Status

Power Off Procedure

System Monitoring

Monitoring Features

Lists system monitoring features: firmware access via terminal, and SANWatch GUI for monitoring.

Front Panel Controls

LCD Panel LED Definitions

JBOD LED Panel Definitions

Controller LEDs for RAID Models

Controller LEDs for JBOD Models

Alarms and I2C Bus

Restoring Default System Settings

Restoring Default Settings Procedure

Provides steps to restore default settings for dual-controller models, including stopping I/O and exporting NVRAM.

System Maintenance

Replaceable Components Overview

Warns against removing failed components without replacements and lists replaceable components: controller, memory, CBM, PSU, and hard drive.

Replacing Controller Modules

Replacing Controller Modules: Single / Dual / Simultaneous Upgrade

Provides instructions and warnings for replacing or upgrading controller modules, emphasizing firmware matching.

Restoring NVRAM Data

Replacing Memory Module on RAID Systems

Replacing CBM for RAID Models

BBU Fault Conditions and Precautions

Replacing the BBU

Replacing the FBM

Replacing Power Supply/Cooling Module

Detecting a Failed PSU

Lists indicators for detecting a failed PSU: PSU status LEDs, audible alarms, firmware utility, and SANWatch.

Replacing the Power Supply Unit

Replacing 2UL-Gxxxx Model PSU

Replacing 4U RAID System PSU

Replacing a Cooling Module

Replacing 2UL-Gxxxx RAID System Cooling Module

Replacing 4U RAID Systems Cooling Module

Replacing a Hard Drive

Replacing the Enclosure

Differential Diagnosis for Backplane Failure

Enclosure Replacement Considerations

Enclosure Replacement Procedure

Earth Lead Kit Installation for DC PSU Systems

Slide Rail Installation Guides

Slide Rail Kit Installation Guide

Lists slide rail kits for RAID/JBOD models, categorized by model numbers for easy identification.

Enclosure Installation Prerequisites

Lists warnings for proper enclosure installation and functionality, including component checks and environmental conditions.

IFT-9272 Slide Rail Kit Installation

IFT-9272CESlide28-0030 / IFT-9272CESlide36-0030 Kit Contents

Details accessories for IFT-9272 slide rail kits, designed for 2U enclosures and specific rack depths.

IFT-9272 Slide Rail Installation Procedure

Details installing IFT-9272 rack mount slide rails, attaching clip nuts to rack posts.

IFT-9273 Slide Rail Kit Installation

IFT-9273CESlide32-0010 / IFT-9273CESlide36-0010 Kit Contents

Details accessories for IFT-9273 slide rail kits, designed for 3U enclosures and specific rack depths.

IFT-9273 Slide Rail Installation Procedure

Details installing IFT-9273 slide rails, inserting clip nuts, and determining slide rail length.

IFT-9279 Slide Rail Kit Installation

IFT-9279CSlider36 Kit Contents

Details accessories for IFT-9279CSlider36 slide rail kits, designed for 36” deep racks.

IFT-9279 Slide Rail Installation Procedure

Details installing IFT-9279 slide rails, securing rails to posts, and placing cage nuts.

Removing the Enclosure

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