Lenovo ThinkSystem D3284 User Manual

ThinkSystem DS Series and DS EXP/D3284
Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide
Machine Type: 4619/4617/4599/4588/6413

Lenovo ThinkSystem D3284 Specifications

General

Brand	Lenovo
Model	ThinkSystem D3284
Category	Storage
Language	English

Summary

Safety guidelines

Safe handling

Provides essential precautions for safely handling and lifting storage enclosures and components.

Electrical safety

Details safety requirements related to power connections, grounding, and voltage specifications.

Rack system safety precautions

Outlines safety considerations for mounting enclosures in a rack, including weight and stability.

System overview

Installation

Installation checklist

Outlines the sequential steps required for installing and configuring the enclosure system.

Planning for installation

Preparing the site and host server

Installing the 2U enclosure

Step-by-step instructions for installing the 2U enclosure into a rack.

Installing the 5U enclosure

Step-by-step instructions for installing the 5U enclosure into a rack.

Connecting the controller enclosure and optional expansion enclosures

Host system requirements

Specifies the requirements for host computers connecting to the DS Series controller enclosures.

Connecting the enclosure to hosts

Describes supported host interface protocols and common cabling configurations for connecting hosts.

Updating firmware

Provides steps to verify and update firmware for controller and expansion modules.

New user setup

Guides the creation of a new user account for managing the system.

Obtaining IP values

Configure controller network ports

Operation

Powering on/powering off

Describes the correct sequence for powering enclosures on and off.

Troubleshooting and problem solving

Initial start-up problems

Covers common issues encountered during initial configuration and setup.

2U enclosure LEDs

5U enclosure LEDs

Troubleshooting 2U enclosures

Addresses common problems in 2U enclosures, including PCM faults and thermal issues.

Thermal monitoring and control

Troubleshooting 5U enclosures

Fault isolation methodology

Presents the basic methodology for locating faults within the storage system.

Basic steps

Dealing with hardware faults

Isolating a host-side connection fault

Firmware updates

Module removal and replacement

ESD precautions

Details precautions and preventive measures to avoid electrostatic discharge damage.

CRU replacement for 2U chassis

Provides procedures for replacing Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) in 2U chassis.

Replacing a power cooling module

Step-by-step guide for replacing a failed Power Cooling Module (PCM).

Replacing a drive carrier module

Instructions for removing and installing disk drive carrier modules.

Replacing an IOM

Procedures for replacing I/O modules (controller or expansion modules).

Verifying component operation

CRU replacement for 5U chassis

Provides procedures for replacing Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) in 5U chassis.

Accessing drawers

Replacing a DDIC

Detailed steps for removing and installing a Disk Drive in Carrier (DDIC).

Replacing a PSU

Step-by-step guide for replacing a failed Power Supply Unit (PSU).

Replacing an FCM

Step-by-step guide for replacing a Fan Cooling Module (FCM).

Removing an IOM

Procedures for removing I/O modules (controller or expansion modules).

Installing an IOM

Procedures for installing I/O modules (controller or expansion modules).

Technical specifications

Power cooling module

Power supply unit

SFP option for CNC ports

Install an SFP transceiver

Verify component operation