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NEC Storage M100 Series - User Manual

NEC Storage M100 Series
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June 2012
Disk Array Unit
User’s Guide
Release 6.0
NEC Storage
NEC Storage M100/M300 Series
*856-857386-101-A*
856-857386-101-A

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Questions and Answers

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    Melissa MunozAug 15, 2025
    What to do if READY LED is on and FAULT LED blinks on NEC Storage M100?
    • S
      Sheryl WallaceAug 15, 2025
      If the READY LED (green) is on, and the FAULT LED (orange) blinks (on for 1 second and off for 1 second) on your NEC Disk array system, the issue might be that subsequent disk enclosures are not turned on. The solution is to turn on the disk enclosures.
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    John MorrisAug 18, 2025
    Why is the INPUT GOOD LED (green) off on my NEC Storage M100 Disk array system?
    • M
      michaelthompsonAug 18, 2025
      If the INPUT GOOD LED (green) is off on your NEC Disk array system, it means AC input is not being supplied. Check whether the power supply cable is correctly connected. If the cable is correctly connected, replace the power supply.
  • S
    Shawn HinesAug 22, 2025
    What to do if POWER LED and SERVICE LED blink on NEC Storage M100?
    • M
      Michael DunnAug 22, 2025
      If the POWER LED (green) and SERVICE LED (orange) are blinking at intervals (on for 4 seconds and off for 8 seconds) on your NEC Disk array system, it indicates that the battery backup failed during the last power-off state. This can lead to file corruption, so restore those files using backup files. This may occur because a backup device such as a flash memory was destroyed (replace the controller), battery backup was performed past the battery life span, or the disk array unit was continuously used or has been used at a temperature higher than the predetermined temperature.
  • D
    debraclaytonAug 26, 2025
    Why are READY LED blinking and FAULT LED on NEC Storage M100 Disk array system?
    • D
      Dylan StarkAug 26, 2025
      If the READY LED (green) is blinking (on for 1 second and off for 1 second), and the FAULT LED (orange) is on on your NEC Disk array system, it means that subsequent disk enclosures cannot be found, or the disk ports are disconnected. Check whether the cables are correctly connected to the disk ports.
  • J
    Jeffery MckayAug 28, 2025
    How to fix POWER LED off on NEC Storage M100?
    • J
      James WrightAug 29, 2025
      If the POWER LED (green) is off on your NEC Disk array system, it means that starting the disk enclosure has not been completed. Check whether the INPUT GOOD LED of the disk enclosure power supply is on, indicating that the power is supplied to the disk enclosure. Check cable connection status to confirm whether this disk enclosure is normally connected to other disk enclosures or the disk array unit. Check POWER LED of the disk array unit to confirm whether the power of the disk array unit was turned on.
  • M
    Mark WarnerAug 31, 2025
    What does it mean if INPUT GOOD LED, FAULT LED, and DC GOOD LED are on NEC Storage M100 Disk array system?
    • R
      Ryan CruzSep 1, 2025
      If the INPUT GOOD LED (green), FAULT LED (orange), and DC GOOD LED (green) are on on your NEC Disk array system, it indicates a power fan error or that the temperature within the power supply has reached the warning value. The unit has a dual power supply configuration. Therefore, SERVICE LED turns on when FAULT LEDs of both PS0 and PS1 are on.
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    Douglas RomeroSep 4, 2025
    What does it mean when POWER LED and SERVICE LED are on NEC Storage M100 Disk array system?
    • L
      Lawrence MaySep 4, 2025
      If the POWER LED (green) and SERVICE LED (orange) are on on your NEC Disk array system, confirm that power is being supplied to both PS0 and PS1 in the disk array unit or connected disk enclosure. To ensure that power is being supplied, confirm that POWER LEDs of the disk array unit and disk enclosure are on. When SERVICE LED of the connected disk enclosure is on, refer to the description of 'SERVICE LED is on'. When the last operation is maintenance, processing such as disk recovery may take time. Ask the maintenance personnel for the estimated time of completion. If the disk is not recovered beyond the estimated time, ask the maintenance personnel to investigate.
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    jamescarolynSep 7, 2025
    Why is logical disk in disk array not visible from application server on NEC?
    • Q
      qchapmanSep 7, 2025
      If a logical disk in your NEC Disk array system is not visible from the application server (host), there might be an inconsistency in the 'Data Rate' or 'Server Connection Type' settings. Confirm the Server Connection Type between the application server (host) and the disk array unit, and also confirm the Data Rate between the host port and the disk array unit.
  • A
    Anne BrownSep 12, 2025
    What does it mean if READY LED and FAULT LED are on NEC Storage M100 Disk array system?
    • D
      Donald PenaSep 12, 2025
      If the READY LED (green) and FAULT LED (orange) are on on your NEC Disk array system, it means a failure has been detected in the system. Analyze the error and then remove the cause.

Summary

About This Document

Conventions in This Document

Explains symbols and formatting used in the manual.

Document Organization

Describes the structure and content of the manual chapters.

About Other Documents

Lists related NEC Storage product documentation for further reference.

Introduction

Supported Connection Servers and Operating Systems

Lists supported host systems for the disk array.

Supported Configurations

Describes supported network configurations like SAN and DAS.

About Warning Labels

Disk Array Controller Warnings

Details warning labels and safety precautions for the controller unit.

Disposing of Your Used Product

Provides guidelines for product disposal in the EU and outside.

Chapter 1 Overview

1.1 Features

Describes high performance, large capacity, reliability, and management features.

1.2 Components

Details the physical parts of the disk array system, including controllers and enclosures.

1.3 Basic Operation

Covers essential operations like powering the system on and off.

Chapter 3 Installing the Disk Array System

3.1 Preparation

Lists required accessories, tools, and preliminary server setup steps.

3.2 Installation

Guides on mounting the disk array unit and disk enclosure in a rack.

3.3 Connection

Explains how to connect cables for disk array units, enclosures, and servers.

Chapter 4 NEC Storage Manager

4.1 How NEC Storage Manager is Provided

Explains the availability and types of NEC Storage Manager software.

4.2 Before Starting NEC Storage Manager Client

Details pre-configuration steps for the web browser and Java.

4.3 Setup

Guides on installing the Network Setting Tool and configuring the system.

4.5 Starting NEC Storage Manager Client

Provides instructions on launching and logging into the management client.

Chapter 5 Initializing a Disk Array (FC)

5.3 Initialization by NEC Storage Manager

Details the process of initializing the disk array using the wizard.

5.4 Checking Connection from Application Servers

Explains how to verify the connection after FC initialization.

Chapter 6 Initializing a Disk Array (iSCSI)

6.2 Initialization by NEC Storage Manager

Details the process of initializing the disk array using the wizard and iSCSI tool.

6.3 Checking Connection from Application Server

Explains how to verify the connection after iSCSI initialization.

Chapter 7 Initializing a Disk Array (SAS)

7.3 Initialization by NEC Storage Manager

Details the process of initializing the disk array using the wizard.

7.4 Checking Connection from Application Servers

Explains how to verify the connection after SAS initialization.

Chapter 8 Installing Optional Parts

8.1 Optional Parts

Lists available optional components for the disk array.

8.2 Preparation

Covers precautions and procedures for installing optional parts, including ESD countermeasures.

8.3 Installation and Removal

Provides step-by-step instructions for installing and removing components.

Chapter 10 Troubleshooting

10.1 Troubleshooting According to Device Conditions

Classifies problems based on LED status and device location.

10.3 NEC Storage Manager Errors

Details common errors encountered when using the management software.

10.4 iSCSI Setup Tool Errors

Lists problems and solutions specific to the iSCSI setup tool.

10.10 User Support

Provides information on unit life span, maintenance, and how to contact support.

Appendix C How to Set;Check Application Server (Windows) (iSCSI)

C.1 Initializing Application Server

Details the steps for initializing an application server for iSCSI in Windows.

C.3 Checking Connection from Application Server

Explains how to verify iSCSI connection in Windows.

Appendix F How to Set;Check Application Server (Linux) (iSCSI)

F.1 Initializing Application Server

Details the steps for initializing application servers for iSCSI in Linux.

F.3 Checking Connection from Application Server

Explains how to verify iSCSI connection in Linux.

Appendix H How to Set;Check Application Server (VMware) (iSCSI)

H.1 Initializing Application Server

Guides on initializing VMware application servers for iSCSI.

H.2 Checking Connection from Application Server

Explains how to verify connection in a VMware environment.

Appendix I Installing NEC Storage PathManager

I.1 For Windows Application Server

Steps to install PathManager on Windows.

I.2 For Linux Application Server

Steps to install PathManager on Linux.

Appendix J LED Inspection Checksheet

J.1 Disk Array Unit

Details LED status for the disk array unit front and back.

J.2 Disk Enclosure

Details LED status for the disk enclosure front and back.

Appendix O CHAP Authentication

O.3 Description of Operation Modes

Explains CHAP and Bidirectional CHAP authentication modes.

O.5 Correspondence between Microsoft iSCSI Software Initiator Secret Setting and iSMCLI

Maps settings between Microsoft iSCSI Initiator and iSMCLI.

Glossary

NEC Storage M100 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelM100 Series
CategoryDisk array system
Drive Bays12
RAID Levels0, 1, 5, 6, 10
Interface12Gbps SAS
Management SoftwareNEC Storage Manager
Form Factor2U
Supported Drives2.5" SAS/SATA HDD/SSD
Host InterfaceSAS
Host ConnectivitySAS
Power SupplyRedundant power supplies

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