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SimpliVity OmniCube CN-3000 - User Manual

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OmniCube™ CN-Series
Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide
CN-2000
CN-2200
CN-3000
CN-5000

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Questions and Answers

  • M
    Melinda WhiteAug 12, 2025
    What to do if the SimpliVity Server drive indicator flashes amber because a drive fails?
    • U
      ujenkinsAug 12, 2025
      If the drive indicator flashes amber, it means a drive has failed. Contact Customer Support to obtain a replacement drive of the same type, size, and speed.
  • P
    Patrick JosephAug 16, 2025
    What to do if a power supply fails in SimpliVity Server?
    • J
      Jason MurphyAug 16, 2025
      If a power supply fails, contact Customer Support for a replacement of the same type and wattage.
  • M
    Mr. Ronald PhillipsAug 20, 2025
    What to do if a network interface fails on SimpliVity Server?
    • D
      Diana RandallAug 20, 2025
      If a network interface fails, contact Customer Support to have it replaced.
  • B
    Brenda ScottAug 23, 2025
    How to fix a firmware load error on SimpliVity Server Accelerator card?
    • C
      codyballAug 25, 2025
      If you encounter a firmware load error on the Accelerator card, try shutting down the server. Wait three minutes to allow the server to fully shut down, and then restart the server.
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    Stephanie StephensonAug 27, 2025
    What to do if SimpliVity OmniCube CN-3000 Storage OmniCube can't detect Accelerator card?
    • M
      Mia YoungAug 28, 2025
      If the OmniCube is unable to detect or communicate with an Accelerator card due to a firmware load error, try shutting down and restarting the OmniCube. This prompts the Accelerator card to revert to its backup firmware, potentially resolving the issue.
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    Mary BrownAug 31, 2025
    What to do if SimpliVity OmniCube CN-3000 Storage drive failed?
    • L
      lisa21Aug 31, 2025
      If a drive fails or is failing, contact your support provider to obtain a replacement drive of the same type, size, and speed.
  • A
    Anna ChavezSep 4, 2025
    What to do if SimpliVity OmniCube CN-3000 Storage power supply fails?
    • C
      charles63Sep 4, 2025
      If a power supply fails, contact your support provider for a replacement of the same type and wattage.
  • J
    Jessica VanceSep 8, 2025
    What to do if SimpliVity OmniCube CN-3000 Accelerator card fails?
    • D
      devindavisSep 8, 2025
      If an Accelerator card fails, contact your service representative to have it replaced.

Summary

Preface

Overview of the CN-Series System

Introduces the CN-Series system, its role in SimpliVity architecture, and supported models.

Technical Support and Contact Information

Provides information on how to get support and lists contact details.

Introduction to CN-Series Hardware

CN-Series Hardware Components

Details the components of the 2U CN-Series system models, including CPU, storage, and memory.

Front and Back Panel Descriptions

Describes the components and indicators on the front and back panels of CN-Series systems.

Environmental and Technical Specifications

System Specifications and Limits

Provides enclosure dimensions, weights, and environmental limits like altitude and contaminants.

Power, Thermal, and Environmental Requirements

Details power consumption, heat dissipation, and temperature/humidity limits for CN-Series systems.

CN-Series Hardware Installation

Installation Guidelines and Tasks

Covers general installation guidelines, safety, unpacking, rail kits, rack requirements, and network understanding.

Installing the System in a Rack

Guides on installing rail kits and mounting the CN-Series system enclosure into the rack.

Connecting Power and Network Cables

Details connecting power cables to supplies and network cables to interfaces.

System Configuration

Configuring IPMI for Remote Management

Guides users through configuring IPMI for remote system management access.

VMware ESXi Configuration Steps

Covers accessing ESXi, configuring network adapters, IP, DNS, and VLAN settings.

Basic Troubleshooting and Monitoring

Diagnostic Indicators and System Status

Describes front panel indicators and viewing system events/alarms in vSphere.

Monitoring Drives and Power Supplies

Explains drive status LEDs, monitoring drives/power supplies in vSphere.

Accelerator Card and Network Interface Monitoring

Covers monitoring accelerator card status, detecting issues, and network interface status.

Drive and Power Supply Maintenance

Drive Maintenance Procedures

Provides guidelines for maintaining drives, including removal and installation.

Power Supply Maintenance Procedures

Offers guidelines for maintaining power supplies, including removal and installation.

Network Configuration Options

SimpliVity OmniCube CN-3000 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelCN-3000
Network Interfaces2 x 10 GbE ports
Power SupplyRedundant hot-swappable power supplies
StorageSSD and HDD hybrid
Data ReductionInline deduplication and compression
Network Connectivity10 GbE
Hypervisor SupportVMware vSphere
ManagementSimpliVity management software

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