Quantum DXi6900

Chapter 2: Basic Operations
DXi6900 Node
Quantum DXi6900 User’s Guide 45
DXi6900 Node Rear Panel Features
Figure 19 on the next page shows the connectors located on the rear panel of the DXi6900 G1 Node. Table
1 on the next page describes each item. Table 2 on page 47 describes the PCI slot configuration options.
Figure 20 on page 48 shows the connectors located on the rear panel of the DXi6900 G2 and DXi6900-S
Nodes. Table 3 on page 48 describes each item. Table 4 on page 49 describes the PCI slot configuration
options.
Note:Refer to the port numbering labels on the back of the Node chassis to help you determine the
correct port connections.
Caution:Do not disconnect any SAS cables from the Node during normal system operation.
Unplugging a SAS cable while the system is powered on may result in data loss.
10GbECableTypes
Depending on the configuration, Quantum DXi6900 systems support one of the following 10 GbE cable
types:
l 10GbEopticalcablelengthsofupto300meterswithOM3cablesandupto100meters
withOM2cables - Quantum recommends using the two 10 meter LC to LC type optical cables that
are shipped with the DXi6900 system. Consult your 10 GbE optical switch/SFP documentation for
additional information on optical cable requirements.
l 10GbETwinaxcable - Quantum recommends using the approved 5 meter Twinax cable type that is
shipped with the DXi6900 system. This cable is compatible with Cisco 5000 Series Data Center Class
switches.
The 10 GbE Copper (Twinax) cable options that Quantum provides do not support all switches.
Please note the supported switches during the purchase-configuration process, and if the Twinax
cables supplied by Quantum are not compatible with your switch, then you will need to provide your
own compatible Twinax cables from your switch vendor. Be sure to have these available before the
system installation takes place.