Acer AcceleRAID 170 User Manual
AcceleRAID™ 170
PCI to Ultra 160 SCSI
RAID Controller
Installation Guide
Part Number 775064-01
08P4093
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About This Manual
This installation guide covers hardware set-up and configuration procedures
necessary for the installation of a Mylex AcceleRAID 170 single channel
RAID controller.
Chapter 1 describes the controller, standard package contents, and usersupplied items necessary for installation.
Chapter 2 describes the steps to be performed prior to controller installation
and the physical installation of the AcceleRAID 170 single channel RAID
controller.
Chapter 3 describes controller start-up and the BIOS options.
Appendix A provides hardware and environmental specifications.
Appendix B describes error messages and problem correction.
Appendix C describes the PCI Hot Plug feature.
Appendix D provides enclosure management information.
Appendix E provides regulatory agency information.
Conventions
Throughout the manual, the following conventions are used to describe user
interaction with the product:
prompt This style of type indicates screen display messages
Enter Press the key labeled “Enter” (or “Delete,” etc.)
☛ Note
Supplementary information that can have an effect on
system performance
Caution
Notification that a proscribed action has the potential
to adversely affect equipment operation, system
performance, or data integrity
WARNING
Notification that a proscribed action will definitely
result in equipment damage, data loss, or personal
injury
Contents
Chapter 1
Introduction
Product Description ........................................................................... 1-1
Controller Features .................................................................... 1-2
Channel Capabilities .................................................................. 1-2
Controller Capabilities ................................................................1-2
Operating System Support ......................................................... 1-3
Standard Package Contents ............................................................. 1-4
Hardware .................................................................................... 1-4
Software ..................................................................................... 1-4
User-supplied Items .......................................................................... 1-5
Chapter 2
Installation
Before You Begin ..............................................................................2-2
Safety Considerations ....................................................................... 2-3
Installation Checklist .......................................................................... 2-4
GET READY .............................................................................. 2-4
GET SET .................................................................................... 2-4
GO ..............................................................................................2-4
Connectors, LEDs, and Jumpers ....................................................... 2-5
PCI Hotplug ................................................................................2-5
Installation Process ........................................................................... 2-8
Installing the Controller .............................................................. 2-8
Preparing the SCSI Drives ....................................................... 2-10
SCSI Termination .....................................................................2-11
SCSI Cabling ................................................................................... 2-15
LVD Mode ................................................................................ 2-15
Single-ended Mode .................................................................. 2-15
Limitations on Mixing SCSI Drives .................................................. 2-16
Narrow with Wide SCSI Drives ................................................. 2-16
LVD with Single-ended Drives ................................................. 2-16
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Chapter 3
Controller Start-up
BIOS Options .....................................................................................3-1
Setting BIOS Options .................................................................3-2
BIOS Configuration Utility (RAID EzAssist) .......................................3-4
Operating System .............................................................................. 3-4
Operating System Device Drivers ......................................................3-4
Global Array Manager (GAM) Server ................................................3-4
Global Array Manager (GAM) Client .................................................. 3-5
In Case of Problems .......................................................................... 3-5
Appendix A
AcceleRAID 170 Specifications
General Hardware Specifications ......................................................A-1
AcceleRAID 170 .........................................................................A-1
Environmental Specifications .....................................................A-2
Appendix B
AcceleRAID 170 Error Messages
Start-up Error Messages ....................................................................B-1
Drive Check Error Messages .............................................................B-1
Installation Abort ................................................................................B-2
System Reboot or Power Down .........................................................B-3
Appendix C
PCI Hot Plug
Introduction ....................................................................................... C-1
Implementation ................................................................................. C-1
NetWare .................................................................................... C-1
Windows NT .............................................................................. C-3
Windows 2000 ........................................................................... C-3
Windows 64 ............................................................................... C-4
Appendix D
Enclosure Management
Introduction ....................................................................................... D-1
SAF-TE ............................................................................................. D-1
SES .................................................................................................. D-2
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Appendix E
Regulatory Information
Class B Compliance ..........................................................................E-1
Declaration of Conformity ..................................................................E-2
Declaration of Conformity ..................................................................E-3
Community of Europe ........................................................................E-4
Underwriters Laboratories Statement and Warning ..........................E-5
Glossary
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This chapter describes:
• The AcceleRAID™ 170 controller
• Standard package contents
• User supplied items
Chapter 1
Introduction
Figure 1-1. AcceleRAID 170 Controller
Product Description
The Mylex AcceleRAID 170 controller is a PCI to Ultra 160 SCSI single
channel RAID controller with 32-bit, 33MHz PCI capability. The
AcceleRAID 170 supports one external connector and one internal Ultra 160
SCSI connector. The AcceleRAID 170 controller provides the speed and
functionality required by high demand server platforms. AcceleRAID 170
achieves performance breakthroughs in PCI technology, eliminates storage
bottlenecks, and delivers scalable performance. Enclosure management and
PCI Hot Plug are standard features.
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Product Description
Controller Features
Features of the AcceleRAID 170 controller include:
• One QLogic ISP 10160A chip to support one Ultra 160 SCSI LVD
channel
• Intel i960RM RISC processor operating at 100MHz
• 32MB, 64MB, and 128MB ECC cache DIMM module
• PCI 2.2 compliant
• 1MB, 8-bit flash EEPROM for BIOS and code
• Built-in configuration utilities (in BIOS)
• Write-through and write-back cache support
• PCI Hotplug capability allows the AcceleRAID 170 to be swapped
with a replacement without powering down the system
Caution
Be sure the motherboard you are using supports
PCI Hotplug before attempting to use this feature,
or serious damage to the controller and/or the
motherboard could result. (The motherboard must be
PCI 2.2 compliant if using PCI Hot Plug.)
Channel Capabilities
15 Ultra 160 SCSI devices per channel
Controller Capabilities
• 15 physical drives in the drive group (array)
• 32 total logical drives on the controller
• Supports RAID levels 0, 1, 0+1, 3, 5, 10, 30, 50, and JBOD
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Introduction
Operating System Support
MS-DOS 5.x, 6.x, and above are supported using drivers that reside in the
AcceleRAID BIOS. Many drivers in the Disk Array Controller Software Kit,
included with the AcceleRAID 170 controller, support many other popular
operating systems (see the PCI Disk Array Controller Drivers Installation
Guide and User Manual).
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Standard Package Contents
Standard Package Contents
The following items are supplied with the standard shipping package:
Hardware
• AcceleRAID 170 Disk Array Controller with documentation included
on the CD-ROM and a printed Quick Installation Guide
• Standard DIMM Module: 32MB, 64MB, or 128MB (ECC)
Software
• On-board RAID EzAssist disk array controller configuration utility
with documentation on CD-ROM and a printed Quick Configuration
Guide
• Software Kit Driver diskettes with documentation on CD-ROM and a
printed PCI Drivers Installation Guide
• Global Array Manager (GAM) Server and Client software and
documentation on CD-ROM
Figure 1-2. Standard Package Contents
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Introduction
User-supplied Items
The following user-supplied items are required to perform this installation:
• IBM-PC™ compatible host system with PCI slot (PCI 2.2 compliant)
• Network operating system software (as required)
• SCSI cables to connect the controller and disk arrays
• Static grounding strap or electrostatic discharge (ESD) safe work area
• Disk array enclosure (or equivalent) with SCSI disk drives
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User-supplied Items
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Chapter 2
Installation
This chapter describes:
• Before You Begin
• Safety Considerations
• Installation Checklist
• Connectors, LEDs, Jumpers
• Installation Process (controller)
• SCSI Termination
• SCSI IDs
• SCSI Cabling
• Limitations on Mixing SCSI Drives
Mylex disk array controllers are designed to work in a variety of SCSI RAID
application environments. Certain configuration steps need to be performed
prior to installing the controller into a RAID environment. Each of the steps
described in this chapter are part of the installation process.
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Before You Begin
Before You Begin
Installing the AcceleRAID 170 single channel RAID controller is no more
difficult than installing any 32-bit PCI adapter controller. The AcceleRAID
170 single channel controller connects into any PCI 2.2 compliant slot on the
motherboard. Follow these steps and the installation procedures in this
chapter.
☛ Note
Recommended: Connect the AcceleRAID 170 into a
32-bit PCI slot to reserve the 64-bit PCI slot for 64-bit
controllers (although the AcceleRAID 170 will work
in a 64-bit slot).
WARNING
Working with the system covers off and power
applied to the system can result in shock and
serious injury.
1. Power off the system and disconnect the power cables before starting
the installation. Refer to the instructions provided in your system
documentation. Do not disconnect cables or power cords while system
power is on.
2. Read all of the instructions in this chapter completely before proceeding. Follow the Notes, Cautions, and Warnings described in this manual
and marked on the equipment.
3. Follow electrostatic discharge (ESD) safety procedures. Use a
grounded wrist strap or ESD safe footwear, and work in an ESD safe
area.
4. Perform a safety check of the installation before powering on the
system.
• Make sure that the cabling Pin 1 location is correct and that all
cables are firmly seated in the connectors.
• Make sure all SCSI conventions (cable type, cable length,
termination, etc.) are correct, see Table 2-3 on page 2-15.
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Safety Considerations
Be sure to observe the following precautions before beginning the controller
installation procedure:
Caution
Anti-static handling procedures are required. Leave
the controller in its anti-static bag until it is time to
plug the controller into the PCI slot. The use of a
grounded wrist strap and other ESD protective
measures are highly recommended.
WARNING
Disconnect the system from the electrical wall
outlet before opening the system cabinet. Working
with the system covers off and power applied to the
system can result in shock and serious injury.
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Installation Checklist
Installation Checklist
GET READY
☛ Note
It is recommended that you wear a grounded wrist
strap when performing hardware installation
procedures.
1. ____ Power off your computer system.
2. ____ Decide which available PCI slot will be used.
3. ____ Remove the plate from the I/O access port to the PCI slot.
4. ____ Remove the AcceleRAID 170 controller from the anti-static bag.
GET SET
☛ Note
Review Figure 2-1, Figure 2-2, and Figure 2-3;
Table 2-1 and Table 2-2 to get familiar with the layout
of the AcceleRAID 170 controller and the
Connectors, Jumpers, and LED descriptions.
5. ____ Plug the AcceleRAID 170 controller into a standard PCI 2.2
compliant slot.
6. ____ Secure the AcceleRAID 170 controller’s mounting bracket with a
screw or retainer.
7. ____ Connect the SCSI cable(s) from your drive(s) and/or device(s) to
the SCSI channel.
8. ____ Check SCSI termination for internal and/or external devices.
9. ____ Check disk drives. Be sure termination is set to the disabled
position on any disk drive(s) that will not be terminated. For more
information, see the documentation that accompanied the disk
drives.
10. ____ Set SCSI ID on the disk drive(s).
11. ____ Enable termination power on disk drive(s).
12. ____ Safety check the installation.
GO
13. ____ Go to Chapter 3, Controller Start-up.
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Connectors, LEDs, and Jumpers
There is one external and one internal Ultra 160 SCSI connector supported
on the AcceleRAID 170 controller as shown in Figure 2-1, and labeled as
CH 0.
The AcceleRAID 170 controller has three LEDs on the front side as shown
in Figure 2-2 and described in Table 2-1. The LEDs indicate SE (single
ended), LVD, and FAIL modes.
SCSI jumpers should normally be set to their default settings, no adjustments
are needed. Default jumper locations are shown in Figure 2-3 and are
described in Table 2-2.
When you have checked the termination requirements, completed the
connections of your desired SCSI devices, and other possible devices such as
a CD-ROM drive or a tape drive, close your system with the cover.
PCI Hotplug
☛ Note
Please see Appendix C for information on how to
implement the Hotplug feature for your system’s
requirements.
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Connectors, LEDs, and Jumpers
CH
CH 0
CH 0
Figure 2-1. AcceleRAID 170 Controller Channel Connectors
D1 D2 D4
Figure 2-2. AcceleRAID 170 LEDs
D1 SE (Single Ended)
D2 LVD (Low Voltage Differential)
D4 Fail (Processor Self Test)
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Table 2-1. LED Descriptions
Installation
J1
JP6
JP7
JP2
Figure 2-3. AcceleRAID 170 Jumper Locations
Table 2-2. AcceleRAID 170 Jumper Descriptions
J1 Manufacturing test point
JP2 Maintenance mode
JP6 Cache dirty (monitor cache write back) — LED header
JP7 BSY (SCSI activity) — LED header
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Installation Process
Installation Process
Installing the Controller
Follow these installation steps:
1. Choose any available 32-bit or 64-bit PCI slot as shown in Figure 2-4.
32 bit PCI slots
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Figure 2-4. Choose an Available PCI Slot
2. Remove the metal cover plate from the slot’s access port (at the back of
the cabinet), usually by releasing the black clip as shown in Figure 2-5.
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Figure 2-5. Remove the Metal Plate
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Caution
Be sure to wear a ground wrist strap at all times.
3. Handling the AcceleRAID 170 controller by the edges, remove it from
the anti-static bag as shown in Figure 2-6.
Ground wrist strap
Figure 2-6. Remove the Controller from the Anti-static Bag
4. Plug (install) the controller firmly into any 32-bit or 64-bit PCI slot as
shown in Figure 2-7.
32-bit PCI slot
AcceleRAID 170
Ground wrist strap
Figure 2-7. Plug the Controller into any 32-bit or 64-bit PCI Slot
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Installation Process
Preparing the SCSI Drives
To prepare the drives for installation, follow these steps:
1. Remove any terminators attached to the drive or set any drive
termination jumpers to the disabled position.
2. Set the SCSI IDs on the drives.
3. Enable term power on the drives.
Refer to the drive manual for specific information about drive configuration
settings.
Installing Cables and Setting Termination
Please refer to Table 2-3 on page 2-15 for SCSI Formats and Bus Length
requirements.
4. Connect the SCSI cable from the internal disk drive to the SCSI
connector on the AcceleRAID 170 controller as shown in
Figure 2-8. (The controller is already connected to the system board.)
Figure 2-8. Connecting Disk Drives to the AcceleRAID 170
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