Accusys ACS-75170 User Manual
Preface
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Notice
Product features and specifications described in this manual are subject to change without
notice.
The manufacturer shall not be liable for any damage, or for the loss of information resulting
from the performance or use of the information contained herein.
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© Copyright 2008 Accusys, Inc.
All rights reserved.
This manual version 1.3
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About this manual
Intended user
This manual is designed and written for users of the ACS-75170 RAID controller. The user
should ideally be familiar with RAID planning and data storage operations and have
experience in electronic or computer engineering.
Organization of the manual
This manual consists of the following sections:
Chapter 1: Introduction provides details of key features, checklists of package contents
and user requirements, and an overview of the RAID box and its features.
Chapter 2: Before you begin contains all the information about RAID 1 array and lists
important pre-installation notices.
Chapter 3: Setting up the controller guides you through process of installing ACS-75170
in a system or externally and explains how to replace drives.
Chapter 4: Applications explains how to use the RAID according to different
configuration.
Appendix A: FAQ helps you deal with encountered problems in the form of Q&A.
Appendix B: Glossary defines relevant technical terms used in this manual.
Appendix C: Specifications list technical specification of ACS-75170.
Appendix D: Regulatory Information provides information of related certification and
standards.
Appendix E: Contact Us lists contact details of Accusys business units around the world.
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Using this manual
This guide contains all the information you need to set up and start using your RAID controller
and to monitor its performance in real time. The setup process will follow these steps:
Prepare:
Install:
Applications:
Familiarize yourself with the features and capabilities of
ACS-75170 (Chapter 1)
Information about RAID 1 array (Chapter 2)
Attach the necessary cables and either mount the RAID
box inside your system or set up the RAID box externally
(Chapter 3)
How to use the RAID according to different configuration
(Chapter 4)
When you have reached this point, your RAID controller will be ready for use. To get the most
from your controller, you should also set up the ACSView GUI on your system. With this
browser you can monitor the status of your array at any time and from any computer on your
LAN. You will find full installation instructions and information on the monitoring capabilities of
ACSView in the ACSView (7series GUI) User’s Manual. Ask your vendor for details.
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Guide to Conventions
Important information that users should be aware of is indicated with the following icons:
This icons indicates the existence of a potential hazard that could result in
personal injury, damage to your equipment or loss of data if the safety
instruction is not observed.
This icon indicates useful tips on getting the most from your RAID controller.
Important terms, commands and programs are put in Boldface font.
Screen text is given in screen font.
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Table of Contents
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TRADEMARKS ............................................................................................................ 1
ABOUT THIS MANUAL................................................................................................. 2
USING THIS MANUAL.................................................................................................. 3
GUIDE TO CONVENTIONS ........................................................................................... 4
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KEY FEATURES........................................................................................................... 8
MAKING SURE YOU HAVE EVERYTHING...................................................................... 8
FAMILIARIZING YOURSELF WITH THE CONTROLLER ................................................... 9
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Automatic drive rebuilding .................................................................................. 8
What's in the box.................................................................................................. 8
What else you need............................................................................................... 8
Overview.............................................................................................................. 9
Front view............................................................................................................ 9
Rear view ........................................................................................................... 11
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MOUNTING RAID BOX............................................................................................. 16
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Mounting RAID box in system ........................................................................... 16
LOADING DRIVES IN THE RAID BOX......................................................................... 17
Fixed connector drive carrier............................................................................ 17
REMOVING / REPLACING A DRIVE ............................................................................. 19
Swapping drives................................................................................................. 19
What if a disk fails?............................................................................................ 19
Removing a drive from a fixed connector drive carrier..................................... 19
FIRMWARE UPDATING STEPS.............................................................................. 20
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Application 1: Two new disk drives (identical or non-identical)....................... 22
Application 2: Installing one drive with data and one new drive ...................... 22
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ACCUSYS, INC.......................................................................................................... 28
ACCUSYS U.S.A., INC. ............................................................................................. 28
ACCUSYS KOREA, INC.............................................................................................. 28
ACCUSYS CHINA, INC............................................................................................... 28
ACCUSYS EU, BV.................................................................................................... 29
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Chapter 1 – Introduction
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This chapter introduces the features and capabilities of
ACS-75170.
You will find:
A full introduction to your ACS-75170 controller
Details of key features
A checklist of package contents
A checklist of what else you need to start installation
An overview of the RAID box and its features, including
connectors, LEDs and jumpers
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Overview
Congratulations on your selection of the Accusys 75170 (ACS-75170). The ACS-75170 is a
high-performance and extremely flexible solution for RAID 1 disk mirroring. With a cost
effective SATA approach, the ACS-75170 mirrors data to the other disk drive simultaneously,
and delivers optimized performance. If one drive fails, data is secured by the other drive and
alarm sounds to alert you.
Featuring intelligent online recovery, ACS-75170 let you hot swap a failed drive and it
automatically rebuilds the data to the new drive without any system down time. The 75170
RAID box features a user-friendly rack design that lets you easily install a backup drive, or
replace a drive that fails. Each hard drive carrier supports a one-inch high 3.5 inch for factor
disk drive. Additional data security is provided by a key-locking system, that prevents
unauthorized access to each disk drive.
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Key features
The ACS-75170 supports the following features:
Support 2 SATA-I disk channels
Support one SATA-I host channel
Support RAID level 1
OS independent (No driver needed)
2MByte memory buffer
Support front panel disk operation LED indicator
Disk hot swapping supported
Automatic drive failure detection
Automatic on-line drive re-build
Audible alarm on drive failure
Battery backup for disk rebuild status
Support ATA-6 big drive function
Support GUI 7 series spec. (Rev. 1.01 or above)
Hard drive hot swapping
Hot Swapping allows for the removal and installation of disk drives without the need to power
down the system while ACS-75170 is configured as a RAID 1 array.
Automatic drive rebuilding
If a member drive in a RAID 1 array is replaced on-line, the controller will automatically start to
rebuild data to the new drive.
Making sure you have everything
What's in the box
Some vendors may ship certain components as standard, while other vendors treat the same
component as optional. In its most basic configuration, your package should include the
following:
ACS-75170 RAID Box
ACS-75170 Controller User’s Manual and GUI management software
Two disk drive carriers with key locks
Disk drive mounting screws
Two keys for drive carriers (identical)
What else you need
In order to setup a working system the following user-supplied items are required:
System with SATA Interface
Case with two half-height 5 ¼” drive bays with front bezel access
One SATA channel cable connector
One free power supply connector at least
One 3-pin RS232 cable connector (data connection for GUI interface, if required)
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Familiarizing yourself with the controller
Overview
The RAID box has two drive carriers, accessed from the front.
The sides of the box each feature a guide rail channel and mounting scre w holes to enable
the box to be secured inside a computer case.
The connectors and jumpers are located on the rear panel.
Top /Down Drive carrier
Rebuilding activity/Error message
indicator
Disk status/ Rebuild indicators
Guide rail channel
Holes for mounting screws
Rear / Connectors & jumpers
Front view
T wo Drive Carriers
Disk Activity Indicators
Each drive carrier can hold a one-inch high 3.5-inch form factor hard disk drive. This makes it
easy to hot swap a drive in the event of a failure, without affecting the status of the remaining
drives.
Drive Carrier Lock
Drive Carrier Lock – Unlocked
orientation
Drive Carrier Lock – Locked
orientation
Green Disk Activity Indicator
Amber Disk Activity Indicator
Red Disk Activity Indicator
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