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Rackable Systems OMNISTOR 4000f SERIES User Manual

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Rackable Systems OMNISTOR 4000f SERIES Specifications

General IconGeneral
Form FactorRack-mountable
ManagementWeb-based management interface
Drive TypeSATA
RAID SupportRAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60
Power SupplyRedundant
CoolingRedundant Fans

Summary

Getting Started

At a Glance

Visual overview of OmniStor 4000F Series Storage System components.

Components

Detailed description of major system components.

Front Bezel

Details the front bezel, its LEDs, and access to drives.

Power System

Information on AC and DC hot-swappable power supplies.

Cooling Fan Module

Describes the cooling fan module and its monitoring.

SES Controller Card

Information on the SES Controller Card for monitoring and configuration.

Disk I/O Card

Details the Disk I/O Card for Fibre Channel connectivity.

Control and Monitoring

Explains enclosure monitoring via LEDs and system controls.

Status Indicator LEDs

Describes front bezel LEDs for system status.

Drive LEDs

Explains Drive Status and Activity LEDs.

Audible Alarm

Discusses the audible alarm for abnormal conditions.

Topologies and Operating Modes

Operating Mode Overview

Overview of JBOD topology and its two operating modes: split bus and single bus.

JBOD Topology

Details the Split Bus Dual-Loop Mode for JBOD configurations.

Fibre Channel Media Types

Discusses supported copper and optical media types for Fibre Channel connections.

Setup and Installation

Overview

Introduces procedures for installing and setting up the OmniStor 4000F Storage System.

Storage System Detailed Installation

Guides through hardware installation, cabling, and topology configurations.

Installing the Storage System Enclosure into the Rack Cabinet

Step-by-step instructions for rack mounting the storage system enclosure.

Installing the Storage System into the Tower Stand

Step-by-step instructions for installing the storage system in a tower stand.

Completing the Installation

Final steps for physical installation, including disk drive and bezel attachment.

Before You Continue...

Prepares for the next sections on configuration and cabling.

Special Note for Microsoft Windows 2000 Installations

Instructions for Windows 2000 installations regarding driver setup.

Managing and Monitoring

Enclosure Component Monitoring

Covers front bezel LEDs and the "One-Touch Annunciation" system for status.

Status Indicator LEDs

Describes front bezel LEDs for system status.

Drive LEDs

Explains Drive Status and Activity LEDs.

Audible Alarm

Discusses the audible alarm for abnormal conditions.

One-Touch Annunciation Configuration Display

Describes the press-to-touch display for SES Controller, fan, and I/O settings.

VT-100 Interface Enclosure Monitoring

Details accessing the enclosure's monitoring via a VT-100 terminal.

SES Commands Debug

Allows monitoring of read/write command buffers for SES processors.

Uploading SES Controller Card Firmware

Procedures for updating the SES Controller card firmware.

Enclosure Fan Speed Control

Explains software control for fan speed, including whisper mode.

Troubleshooting

General Enclosure Problems

Solutions for common issues like power failure and non-responsiveness.

Common Fibre Loop/Bus Problems

Troubleshooting for issues related to cabling, transceivers, and speed settings.

Common Problems and Interpreting the LEDs

Explains common symptoms and LED indicators for faults.

Terminal and COM Port Problems

Addresses issues with terminal emulator communication and settings.

Problems During Bootup

Covers issues encountered during Power On Self-Test (POST).

Maintenance

Removing the Front Bezel

Steps to unlock and remove the front bezel for access.

Replacing the Cooling Fans

Procedure for replacing the hot-swappable cooling fan module.

Replacing an AC Power Supply

Steps for replacing a hot-swappable AC power supply.

Replacing a DC Power Supply

Steps for replacing a hot-swappable DC power supply.

Replacing a Disk Drive

Procedure for replacing a disk drive, including ESD precautions.

Replacing the Disk I/O Card

Steps for removing and replacing the hot-swappable Disk I/O Card.

Replacing the SES Controller Card

Procedure for replacing the SES Controller Card, requiring power down.

Replacing the Enclosure

Instructions for replacing the entire storage system enclosure.

Technical Information

Specifications

Technical specifications for the OmniStor 4000F Storage System.

Port Information

SES Controller Card Service Port

Details the RS-232 service port for monitoring and firmware updates.

Null-Modem Cable

Information on the DB-9 female-to-female null-modem cable.

Optical SFP Transceiver

Description of SFP transceivers used in Disk I/O cards and safety notes.

Regulatory Information

Compliance Information Statement

Manufacturer's declaration of conformity with FCC Part 15.

FCC Class A Radio Frequency Interference Statement

Statement regarding compliance with FCC Class A device limits.

Class A Taiwanese Statement

Regulatory statement for Class A devices in Taiwan.

Class A Japanese Statement

Regulatory statement for Class A devices in Japan.

CE Notice

Indicates compliance with European Community directives.

Power Cord Selection

Guidelines for selecting appropriate power cords for different regions.