Dulce systems PRO DQ G2 Installation And User Manual
Document 900-0020-0 v1.1
Designed for Video Editing
and
Content Creation Professionals
PRO DQ
generation 2
Installation and User’s Manual
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Table of Content
1. Introduction .............................................................................................................................. 3
1.1. Safety Considerations ...................................................................................................... 4
1.1.1. SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS .................................................................................. 4
1.1.2. CONSIDÉRATIONS DE SÉCURITÉ ........................................................................ 5
1.1.3. SAFTY BERÜCKSICHTIGUNGEN .......................................................................... 6
1.1.4. CONSIDERACIONES DE SEGURIDAD.................................................................. 7
1.2. System Requirements ...................................................................................................... 8
1.3. Technical Support ............................................................................................................ 8
2. Getting Started ........................................................................................................................ 9
2.1. Packaging ......................................................................................................................... 9
2.2. Check List ......................................................................................................................... 9
3. Overview ................................................................................................................................ 10
3.1. Removing the Bezel ....................................................................................................... 10
3.2. Disk Module.................................................................................................................... 10
3.3. Front, back and adapters ............................................................................................... 11
4. Installation ............................................................................................................................. 12
4.1. Disk Module Installation ................................................................................................. 12
4.2. Host Bus Extender Card (desktop) ................................................................................ 13
4.2.1. Switch Settings (HBE usage only) ......................................................................... 14
4.2.2. HBE Card Installation ............................................................................................. 14
4.2.3. HBE Cable Connection .......................................................................................... 16
4.2.4. Mac Connection ..................................................................................................... 16
4.2.5. Windows PC Connection ....................................................................................... 17
4.3. ExpressCard Adapter (laptop) ........................................................................................ 17
4.4. Driver Installation ........................................................................................................... 17
4.4.1. Mac Pro – Expansion Slot Utility settings .............................................................. 18
4.4.2. Mac Driver Installation ............................................................................................ 19
4.4.3. Windows XP/2000 Driver Installation ..................................................................... 20
4.4.4. Windows Vista Driver Installation ........................................................................... 20
4.5. RAID Console Installation .............................................................................................. 21
4.5.1. Apple Mac RAID Console Installation .................................................................... 21
4.5.2. Windows PC RAID Console Installation ................................................................ 21
4.6. E-mail notification ........................................................................................................... 21
5. RAID Console Operations ..................................................................................................... 22
5.1. Start RAID Console GUI ................................................................................................ 22
5.1.1. Start Apple Mac RAID Console GUI ...................................................................... 22
5.1.2. Start Windows PC RAID Console GUI ................................................................... 24
5.1.3. Built-in Ethernet ...................................................................................................... 25
5.2. Change RAID Mode – Deleting / Creating ..................................................................... 26
5.2.1. Delete the RAID Set ............................................................................................... 26
5.2.2. Create a RAID Set.................................................................................................. 27
5.2.3. Create >2TB RAID Set for Windows XP (32bit): .................................................... 28
6. Alarm Conditions / Degraded RAID Set ................................................................................ 30
6.1. Replacing a Disk Module ............................................................................................... 31
7. Formatting and Partitioning ................................................................................................... 32
7.1. Apple OS X Formatting .................................................................................................. 32
7.1.1. Erase an existing partition ...................................................................................... 32
7.1.2. Create a new partition ............................................................................................ 33
7.2. Windows XP / Vista Formatting ...................................................................................... 34
8. RAID Level Descriptions ....................................................................................................... 36
9. Limited Warranty ................................................................................................................... 37
10. Product Registration ........................................................................................................... 38
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1. Introduction
We appreciate your purchase of this product from Dulce Systems. You have
everything you need to quickly and easily connect the storage unit to your editing
computer. You are a short time way from your next blockbuster creation.
This Installation and User’s Manual is intended to streamline the process of
getting your RAID storage system up and running so you can get to work quickly.
For most typical video editing storage requirements, we have preconfigured the
PRO DQ for a much more streamlined installation. Refer to the Pre-configuration
Sheet for the exact pre-configuration of your PRO DQ, the default configured is
for RAID 5 (efficient protection mode) and pre-formatted for Mac OS X. Just
simply follow the installation steps outlined in this manual, and you will up and
running in no time. For Windows operation, a short format process will be
required.
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1.1. Safety Considerations
1.1.1. SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
WATER AND MOISTURE
To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose unit to rain or
moisture. Do not operate unit near water – such as: bathtub, washbowl, kitchen
sink or laundry tub, wet basement, or near a swimming pool.
STABILITY
Do not place this unit on an unstable cart, stand, bracket, or table. Unit may fall,
causing serious injury.
VENTILATION
Do not block front and rear ventilation. Proper airflow is required to ensure
reliable operation and prevents unit from over heating. Do not place unit in an
enclosed space where no or insufficient ventilation is available.
ELECTRICAL
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding power plug. The power cord
should be routed so that it is not likely to be walked on or pinched by items
placed upon or against them.
SERVICING
Do not attempt to service this unit yourself. Opening or removing the top, side
and rear covers will expose you to dangerous voltages or other hazards.
W A R N I N G
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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1.1.2. CONSIDÉRATIONS DE SÉCURITÉ
EAU ET HUMIDITÉ
Pour réduire le risque de feu ou de choc électrique, n'exposez pas d'unité pour
pleuvoir ou l'humidité. Ne faites pas marcher d'unité près de l'eau – comme; la
baignoire, la cuvette, l'évier ou la cuve de blanchisserie, la cave mouillée ou près
d'une piscine.
STABILITÉ
Ne placez pas cette unité sur un chariot instable, un éventaire, une parenthèse
ou une table. L'unité peut tomber, en provoquant la blessure sérieuse.
VENTILATION
Ne bloquez pas de devant et élevez la ventilation. L'écoulement d'air nécessaire
est tenu de garantir l'opération sûre et prévient l'unité de sur le chauffage. L'unité
ne peut pas placé dans un espace fermé où aucune ventilation ou dans suffisant
n'est disponible.
ÉLECTRIQUE
Ne vainquez pas le but de sécurité de la prise de courant de pouvoir de bases.
La corde de pouvoir devrait être mise en déroute pour qu'ils ne seront pas
probablement marchés sur ou pincés par les articles placés sur ou contre eux.
ENTRETIEN
N'essayez pas d'assurer l'entretien de cette unité vous-même. En s'ouvrant ou le
fait d'enlever le haut, le côté et les couvertures arrière vous exposeront aux
voltages dangereux ou à d'autres hasards.
AVERTISSEMENT
RISQUE DE DÉCHARGE ÉLECTRIQUE
N'OUVRIR PA
S
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1.1.3. SAFTY BERÜCKSICHTIGUNGEN
WASSER UND FEUCHTIGKEIT
Um eine Brand- oder Elektroschockgefahr weitgehend auszuschließen, Gerät
nicht Regen oder Feuchtigkeit aussetzen. Gerät nicht in der Nähe von Badeoder Waschwannen, Wasch- oder Spülbecken, feuchten Kellern oder
Schwimmbecken betreiben.
STABILITÄT
Das Gerät nicht auf wacklige Karren, Ständer, Halterungen oder Tische stellen,
da es herunterfallen und Verletzungen verursachen könnte.
BELÜFTUNG
Vordere und hintere Belüftungsöffnungen nicht versperren. Das Gerät muss
ausreichend be- und entlüftet werden können, damit es sich nicht während des
Betriebs überhitzt. Daher darf das Gerät nicht in geschlossenen Räumen
aufgestellt werden, in denen keine ausreichende Be- und Entlüftung
gewährleistet ist.
STROMVERSORGUNG
Nicht den Schukostecker modifizieren. Das Stromkabel sollte so verlegt werden,
dass es nicht durch Auftreten oder durch spitze oder scharfe Gegenstände
beschädigt werden kann.
WARTUNG
Das Gerät nicht eigenmächtig warten. Durch das Öffnen des Geräts (Abziehen
der oberen, seitlichen und hinteren Abdeckung) setzen Sie sich
lebensgefährlichen Spannungen aus.
W A R N U N G
ELEKTROSCHOCKGEFAHR
NICHT ÖFFNEN
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1.1.4. CONSIDERACIONES DE SEGURIDAD
AGUA Y HUMEDAD
Para reducir el riesgo de fuego o electrochoque, no exponga la unidad para
llover o humedad. No haga funcionar la unidad cerca del agua – como; bañera,
lavatorio, fregadero o tina de lavandería, sótano mojado o cerca de una piscina.
ESTABILIDAD
No coloque esta unidad en un carro inestable, soporte, soporte o mesa. La
unidad puede caerse, causando la herida seria.
VENTILACIÓN
No bloquee delantero y críe la ventilación. El corriente de aire apropiado es
requerido asegurar la operación confiable y previene la unidad de sobre la
calefacción. La unidad no puede colocado en un espacio incluido donde ninguna
ventilación o en suficiente está disponible.
ELÉCTRICO
No derrote el objetivo de seguridad del enchufe de poder que da buenos
conocimientos. La cuerda de poder debería ser derrotada de modo que ellos
probablemente no sean andados en o pellizcados por artículos colocados sobre
o contra ellos.
REVISIÓN
No intente atender esta unidad usted mismo. Abriéndose o quitar la cumbre, el
lado y las tapas traseras le expondrán a voltajes peligrosos u otros riesgos.
ADVERTENCIA
GEFAHR DES STROMSCHLAGS
NICHT ÖFFNEN
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1.2.
System Requirements
Operating Systems:
•
Windows XP / Vista
32/64
•
Mac OS X 10.4 or higher.
•
Apple G5 with one available PCI
•
Apple Mac Pro with one available PCI
•
Windows compatible PC
•
Internet connection
(to download drivers and utilities).
1.3. Technic
al Support
Phone
FAX
E-mail
Web
If the product requires service, please contact Dulce Systems’ Technical Support
and obtain an RMA number. Ship the product properly packaged to:
9
620
Chatsworth, CA 91311
-bit.
-e x8 slot.
-e x8 slot.
with one available PCI-e x8 slot.
818-435-6007
818-576-0324
support@dulcesystems.com
www.dulcesystems.com
Dulce Systems
Attn: RMA
Topanga Canyon Place,
Suite E
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2. Getting Started
The PRO DQ comes pre-assembled and ready for use, just install the drives and
the supplied PCI-e (PCI-express) HBE (Host Bus Extender) for desktop or the
ExpressCard Adapter if using a laptop, connect the cables, install the software
driver and RAID Console. If you are using a Mac, you are good to go, by default
the unit is pre-formatted for Mac OS X operation. For Windows, a small format
procedure is needed.
2.1. Packaging
Please do not discard the boxes and packing materials in case you
might need to reuse them later. Always ship the product in its original
packaging. Improperly packaged products will be subjected to shipping
damage, for which you will be liable for the repair.
2.2. Check List
• Installation and User’s Manual
• Power Cord (North America user only)
• A 8 Disk Modules generation 2 system enclosure
• 8 generation 2 disk Disk Modules
• A PCI-e x8 Host Bus Extender card or optional ExpressCard Adapter
• A 1-meter PCI-e x8 Extender Cable (3, 7 and 10-meters optional)
or optional 1-meter PCI-e x1 Extender Cable
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3. Overview
3.1. Removing the Bezel
The front bezel can be easily removed to access the Disk Modules. The bezel is
held on by four snap pins located at each of the four corners.
Pull from the slot just below the handle to remove the bezel.
3.2. Disk Module
The disk enclosure has stand alone self-monitoring features. It monitors
temperature and fan continuously. Should the temperature exceed a safe
operating range or the fan spin below a preset minimum, the alarms will be
triggered. A red indicator light will come on plus an audible alarm will sound.
Audible Alarm can be muted by pressing the green Mute button. The red
indicator remains on until the condition is corrected.
Disk Module
Lock Pin
Pull right
to unlock
during
insert and
removal.
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3.3. Front, back and adapters
Front and Rear Views
Host Bus Extender Card for desktop
PressCard 34 Adapter for laptop
Uplink Port x1
Config
Switches
Uplink Port x8
Link Status:
Cable Installed
Power On
4 or 8 Lane
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Mute Button
Config
Switches
Handle
Handle
Enclosure
Cooling Fan
Temp Alarm
Fan Alarm
Ethernet Port
Power Switch
Power is remotely
controlled by computer
Power Plug
Power Supply Fan
Disk Modules
Disk Modules
Uplink Port x1
Uplink Port x8
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4. Installation
Please follow these few steps to install the
about 20
minutes to complete.
Overview of installation:
•
Disk Module Installation
•
Host Bus Extender or ExpressCard
•
Connections of
Uplink cable
•
Driver Installation
•
RAID Console
Installation
The PRO DQ
is normally
pre-
formatted for Apple Mac OS X. After the driver installation step
and a reboot, the
PRO DQ
use.
Windows operation will require a format/partition process. The
DQ ship already pre
-
simply run the Windows Disk Management ut
for Windows usage.
4.1.
Disk Module Installation
Remove the front bezel. Install each marked Disk Module into the slot indicated.
Pull the Lock Pin to the right and insert drive tray fully, release Lock Pin to
secure.
PRO DQ. T
his process typically takes
Adapter installation
to the Drive Enclosure
shipped pre-configured in RAID 5
mode and
icon
will appear on the desktop ready for
PRO
configured in RAID 5. A
fter the driver installation,
ility to prepare the RAID
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