Dell Equallogic PS5000xv User Manual

Dell Equallogic PS5000xv User Manual

PS Series Storage Arrays

PS5000 Hardware Installation

Before You Begin

Environment

Be sure the site meets the array power and cooling requirements described in the PS5000 QuickStart.

Networking

Standard Ethernet and TCP/IP networking rules apply to a PS Series SAN.

Gigabit Ethernet is recommended for optimal performance. If using multiple switches, they must have inter-switch links.

Hardware Requirements

In addition to the hardware described in Step 1, you need:

-Standard 19” two or four-pole rack.

-One to six network cables. Copper-based networks require Cat 5E or Cat 6 cables with RJ45 connectors.

2. Install the array in a rack.

Mount the array in a two-pole or four-pole 19” rack. Instructions for rack assembly and mounting an array are included with each assembly kit in the array shipping box.

Air flow and ventilation. Be sure there is sufficient space for air flow in front of and behind the array. The location of the array must be properly vented.

Stabilize rack. It is recommended that you attach the rack to the floor for added stability.

Support array. Be sure to support the array until it is completely mounted in the rack.

Four-Pole Rack Installation

1. Unpack the PS Series shipping box.

Be sure you have all the necessary hardware, including the network cables and rack, which are not included in the box.

A PS5000 supports Type 4 control modules (gray faceplate) for use with SAS disks (black disk release button), and Type 5 control modules (olive faceplate, as shown in this poster) for use with SATA disks (gray disk release button).

The array is heavy! Do not attempt to lift it without assistance.

Protect sensitive hardware. When handling the chassis, disks, and control modules, be sure to use an electrostatic wrist strap.

Shipping Box Contents

Storage Array Chassis

Rear of chassis (Type 4 or Type 5 control modules, power supply and cooling modules, and operations panel)

Front of chassis (16 SAS or SATA disks or blanks)

Power Cables

Power cables for various electrical configurations may be provided. Use these cables only with this product.

Documentation

Serial Null Modem Cable

 

 

 

Hardware

Used for non-Windows installations and when

 

Maintenance

PS Series

SAN Setup

there is no network access to the array or group.

Poster

 

CD-ROM

 

QuickStart

 

 

 

 

Release Notes

 

Host Integration

Tools CD-ROM

Electrostatic Wrist Strap

Assembly Kit for Four-Pole Rack

Assembly Kit for Two-Pole Rack

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Instructions for assembly installation and racking are included in each kit.

Two-Pole, Mid-Mount Rack Installation

Non-Windows installation. If you will not be configuring the SAN from a Microsoft Windows system, you must connect the serial cable (shipped with the array) to a console terminal and run the setup utility to configure the SAN. See the PS Series QuickStart for details.

3. Connect the array power cables.

At this point, power cables are only for grounding purposes. Be sure to use the cable strain relief to secure each power cable to the array.

High availability. Connect each power supply to its own circuit. Wait! Do not turn on power to the array at this time.

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4. Connect the array to the network.

Connect a network cable to Ethernet 0 on each control module and to a network switch.

Minimum Network Configuration

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High performance and availability. Connect cables to all network interfaces and distribute the connections across multiple network switches.

High-Bandwith, High-Availability Network Configuration

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Hardware installation is complete.

After installing the hardware for all the PS Series arrays, turn the page for SAN configuration instructions.

Copyright 2008 EqualLogic, Inc.

PN: 110-5011-R1

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