Accusys ExaRAID A24U-SS User Manual
ExaRAID SYSTEM
USER'S GUIDE
A12/16/24R/U-SS
A12/16/24R/U-FS
Hardware User Manual
ExaRAID SYSTEM
A12/16/24R/U-SS
A12/16/24R/U-FS
Hardware User Manual
Table of Contents
Copyright ..................................................................................................................... i
CE Statement ............................................................................................................... i
BSMI............................................................................................................................ i
C-Tick .......................................................................................................................... i
FCC Statement............................................................................................................. i
CB Statement ............................................................................................................... i
Symbols used in this manual ....................................................................................... ii
Important Safety Instructions, Care and Handling ...................................................... ii
Chapter 1: Product Overview ............................................................................................. 1
1.1 Package Contents.................................................................................................... 1
1.2 System Requirements ............................................................................................. 3
1.3 Panel View.............................................................................................................. 4
1.4 Disk Tray ................................................................................................................ 7
1.5 Fiber Controller Rear View .................................................................................... 8
A12-FS ............................................................................................................. 8
A16-FS ............................................................................................................. 9
A24-FS ............................................................................................................. 10
1.6 SAS Controller Rear View ..................................................................................... 12
A12-SS ............................................................................................................. 12
A16-SS ............................................................................................................. 13
A24-SS ............................................................................................................. 14
1.7 Switch ID ................................................................................................................ 15
Chapter 2: Hardware Installation ...................................................................................... 16
1.8 Installing the Hard Disks ........................................................................................ 16
SAS hard disks.................................................................................................. 16
SATA hard disks .............................................................................................. 18
1.9 Mounting the RAID system.................................................................................... 21
Installing the Rail Extenders............................................................................. 22
Chapter 3: System Connections .......................................................................................... 23
1.10 Connecting to the Host ......................................................................................... 23
Connecting Fiber RAID System Controller to the Host................................... 23
Connecting SAS RAID System Controller to the Host.................................... 24
1.11 Connecting the GUI Management Port ................................................................ 24
1.12 Connecting the CLI Management Port ................................................................. 25
1.13 Connecting JBOD Enclosure ................................................................................ 25
1.14 Connecting and Turning On the Power ................................................................ 26
Chapter 4: Maintenance ...................................................................................................... 28
1.15 Replacing a Disk................................................................................................... 28
1.16 Replacing a Controller.......................................................................................... 29
1.17 Replacing a Power Supply.................................................................................... 31
1.18 Upgrading Memory............................................................................................... 33
1.19 Replacing a Fan Module ....................................................................................... 35
1.20 Installing Battery Backup Module........................................................................ 37
A12R/U-FS&SS BBM Installation .................................................................. 37
A16R/U-FS&SS BBM Installation .................................................................. 38
A24R/U-FS&SS BBM Installation .................................................................. 39
Appendix A: Specifications ................................................................................................. 41
Technical Specifications .............................................................................................. 41
Controller Specifications ............................................................................................. 42
Functional Specifications............................................................................................. 42
RAID Management...................................................................................................... 43
Appendix B: Accessories...................................................................................................... 44
Appendix C: Company Contact.......................................................................................... 45
Copyright
Copyright © 2008 by Accusys. All rights reserved. No part of this
publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form without prior
written permission of Accusys.
CE Statement
This device is in conformity with the EMC.
BSMI
The symbol indicates that this device has been reviewed by
the Bureau of Standards, Metrology and Inspection (BSMI)
and found to be in compliance with all related regulations.
C−Tick
The product complies with the Australian EMC standard "Limits
and methods of measurement of radio disturbance
characteristics of information technology equipment, AS/NZS
3548:1995 Class B."
Preface
FCC Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated
in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency engery and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential
area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his own expense.
CB Statement
This device meets the requirements of the CB standard for electrical
equipment with regard to establishing a satisfactory level of safety for
persons using the device and for the area surrounding the equipment.
This standard covers only safety aspects of the above equipment; it does
not cover other matters, such as style or performance.
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Preface
Symbols used in this manual
This manual highlights important information with the following icons:
Caution
This icon 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.
Note
This icon indicates useful tips on getting the most from your RAID
system.
Important Safety Instructions, Care and Handling
Before starting with the RAID installation, read this user manual carefully
and save it for later reference.
Do not place the RAID system near a radiator or other heat source.
If an extension cord or power center is used with the RAID system,
make sure that the total current consumption plugged into the wall
outlet does not exceed the ampere rating.
This power cord will only fit into a grounded type of power outlet.
Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet before cleaning or
servicing.
Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet and refer to qualified
service personnel under the following conditions:
• If the RAID system has been exposed to water or any liquid.
• If the RAID system has been dropped or the casing damaged.
Never push any kind of object through the slots and openings.
Slots and opening are for ventilation. Never block or cover them.
Never place the RAID system on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar
surfaces.
Do not place the RAID system near water or any liquid.
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Protect the RAID system from extremely high or low temperatures.
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Preface
Keep the RAID system away from magnetic objects.
Keep the RAID system away from dust, sand, or dirt.
Place the RAID system on a stable area. Protect the RAID system
from being dropped or mishandled, any of this may cause damage to
the product.
Ensure that the RAID system voltage corresponds to the supply
voltage.
Do not place the RAID system where the power cord may be stepped
on.
Do not attempt to service the RAID system yourself. Opening or
removing the cover may expose you to dangerous voltage or other
risks.
Do not remove the cover.
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Product Overview
Chapter 1: Product Overview
Congratulations on your purchase of this RAID system. Aiming at serving
versatile applications, this RAID system ensures not only data reliability but
also improves system availability. Supported with cutting-edge IO
processing technologies, the RAID system delivers outstanding
performance and helps to build dependable systems for heavy-duty
computing, workgroup file sharing, service-oriented enterprise
applications, online transaction processing, uncompressed video editing,
or digital content provisioning. With its advanced storage management
capabilities, the RAID system is an excellent choice for both on-line and
near-line storage applications. The following sections in this chapter will
present an overview of the features of this RAID system.
1.1 Package Contents
The following items come with your RAID system package, if any of them
is missing or damaged, please contact your supplier.
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A16R/U-FS/SS
A24R/U-FS/SS
Hardward User Manual
Hard disk tray x 12 (A12R/U-FS/SS)
x 16 (A16R/U-FS/SS)
x 24 (A24R/U-FS/SS)
Softward User Manual
User manuals Front panel key x 2
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Product Overview
Power cable: A12/A16R/U-FS/SS x 2
A24R/U-FS/SS x 3
Rail x 1 set
Screw pack M5 fix screw x 2 packs
External SAS: A12/A16/A24R-SS x 2
A12/A16/A24U-SS x 1
Rail extender x 1 set
M6 fix screw x 2 packs UNC # 10-32 fix screw x 2 packs
RS-232 cable
CD-ROM with Software User Manual
A12/A16/A24R-FS/SS x 2
A12/A16/A24U-FS/SS x 1
Caution
The RAID system is heavey, be careful when lifting or moving it.
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Product Overview
1.2 System Requirements
Operating Environment
• Ambient temperature of 5º C to 40º C
• Ambient non-operating temperature of -25º C to 60º C
• Non-condesing relative humidity of 20% to 80%
• Dust, smoke, and oil free environment
• No direct sunlight
• Flat and stable surface capable of supporting the RAID system
Ethernet Settings
The RAID system supports DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) to
establish an IP address. Or use the default IP address as follows:
• Controller A = 192.168.1.1
• Controller B = 192.168.0.1
Ethernet settings can be set using the LCD or CLI (Command Line
Interface). Please refer to the software manual for more information.
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1.3 Panel View
A16R/U-FS&SS
A24R/U-FS&SS
Note: Panel size may vary depending on the model.
A12R/U-FS&SS
Closed Front Panel
Product Overview
2 3 4
Power P/S Fail Access
Power P/S Fail Access
1
Enter ESC
5 6 7 8
2 3 4
Power P/S Fail Access
Power P/S Fail Access
1
Enter ESC
5 6 7 8
9
9
No. Item Description
2 3 4
Power P/S Fail Access
Power P/S Fail Access
1
Enter ESC
5 6 7 8
9
1 LCD panel Displays RAID system information.
2 Power LED Indicates RAID system is powered on.
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Product Overview
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
A12R/U-FS&SS
A16R/U-FS&SS
No. Item Description
3 Power supply failed
Indicates a failed power supply.
indicator
4 Host computer access
indicator
Indicates data activity is in progress
between the RAID system and the host
computer.
5 Up button Use to move up the LCD menu.
6 Down button Use to move down the LCD menu.
7 Enter button Use to confirm or select an item.
8 Escape button Use to return to the previous LCD
menu.
9 Lock Locks the front cover.
Open Front Panel
No. Item Description
1-12 Disk trays 1-12 Hot-swappable disk trays. Holds the disk drives.
13 Front panel door Protects the disk drives.
No. Item Description
1-16 Disk trays 1-16 Hot-swappable disk trays. Holds the disk drives.
17 Front panel door Protects the disk drives.
1172 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
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Product Overview
A24R/U-FS&SS
1
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25
No. Item Description
1-24 Disk trays 1-24 Hot-swappable disk trays. Holds the disk drives.
25 Front panel door Protects the disk drives.
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Product Overview
Front View
1.4 Disk Tray
13 2
4
No. Item Description
1 Disk LED indicator Indicates the disk status:
• Green - Disk is online
• Red - No disk or disk fail
2 Tray button Press to release the tray handle.
3 Access LED indicator Lights blue when the disk is being
accessed.
4 Tray handle Use to pull out or lock the disk tray into
place.
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Product Overview
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ON DIP
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COM LAN
CH 2
EXP
EXP Access
EXP Link CTRL Ready
CH 1
COM LAN
CH 2
EXP
EXP Access
EXP Link CTRL Ready
CH 1
1
12 13 14 15 1611
2 3 4 75 6
18 19 20 21 2217
8 9 10
A12R-FS A12U-FS
1.5 Fiber Controller Rear View
A12-FS
1
2 3 4 75 6 8 9 10
ON DIP
15
1
COM LAN
CH 2
A
EXP Access
EXP Link CTRL Ready
CH 1
EXP
12 13 14 15 1611
No. Item Description
1 AC power port Connects to the power source.
2 Power supply handle Use to pull out the power supply.
3 Power supply switch Use to switch the power on or off.
4 Cooling fan 1 System cooling fan.
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2
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5 Chassis ID Use for JBOD enclosure only. See 1.7
Switch ID on page 15.
6 UPS port Provides UPS powered data
connection.
7 AC power port Connects to the power source.
8 Power supply handle Use to pull out the power supply.
9 Power supply switch Use to switch the power on or off.
10 Cooling fan 2 System cooling fan.
11 Controller A RAID system controller A (Primary
controller).
12 Expansion port (Controller A) Use for JBOD expansion. (A12R-SJ)
13 Host channel 2 (Controller A) Connects to the host server.
14 Host channel 1 (Controller A) Connects to the host server.
15 RS-232 port Connects to external terminal for CLI
management.
16 Ethernet port Connects to LAN for GUI
management.
17 Controller B RAID system controller B (Secondary
controller).
18 Expansion port (Controller B) Use for JBOD expansion. (A12R-SJ)
19 Host channel 2 (Controller B) Connects to the host server.
20 Host channel 1 (Controller B) Connects to the host server.
21 RS-232 port Connects to external terminal for CLI
22 Ethernet port Connects to LAN for GUI
management.
management.
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Product Overview
Fan 1 Fan 3
Contraller A
Fan 2
Contraller B
P/S 1 P/S 2
VER 1.0
P/S
UPS
Chassis
ID
5
6
7
8
9
0
1
2
3
4
COM LAN
CH 2
EXP
EXP Access
EXP Link CTRL Ready
CH 1
COM LAN
CH 2
EXP
EXP Access
EXP Link CTRL Ready
CH 1
1 8
17 18 19 20 2116 24 2523
2 4 5 6 73 159 11 12 13 1410
22
A16R-FS A16U-FS
A16-FS
1 8
2 4 5 6 73 15
Fan 1 Fan 3
Contraller A
COM LAN
CH 2
EXP Access
EXP Link CTRL Ready
P/S 1 P/S 2
CH 1
EXP
P/S
Chassis
ID
UPS
5
6
4
7
3
8
2
9
1
0
Fan 2
Contraller B
VER 1.0
17 18 19 20 2116 24 2523
22
No. Item Description
1 Cooling fan 1 System cooling fan.
2 Controller A RAID system controller A (Primary
controller)
3 Expansion port (Controller A) Use for JBOD expansion. (A16R-SJ)
4 Host channel 2 (Controller A) Connects to the host server.
5 Host channel 1 (Controller A) Connects to the host server.
6 RS-232 port Connects to external terminal for CLI
management.
7 Ethernet port Connects to LAN for GUI
management.
8 Cooling fan 3 System cooling fan.
Controller B RAID system controller B (Secondary
controller)
10 Expansion port (Controller B) Use for JBOD expansion. (A16R-SJ)
11 Host channel 2 (Controller B) Connects to the host server.
12 Host channel 1 (Controller B) Connects to the host server.
13 RS-232 port Connects to external terminal for CLI
14 Ethernet port Connects to LAN for GUI
15 Cooling fan 2 System cooling fan.
16 AC power port Connects to the power source.
17 Power supply 1 Removable power supply.
18 Power supply handle Use to pull out the power supply.
19 Power supply switch Use to switch the power on or off.
20 Chasis ID Use for JBOD enclosure only.
21 UPS port Provides UPS powered data
22 IO tray Holds the IO board and BBMs.
23 AC power port Connects to the power source.
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management.
management.
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