ExaSAN B08S3-PS User Manual

ExaSAN B08S3-PS User Guide

Support Host Bus Adapter:

 PCIe 2.0: Z1M-G2  PCIe 3.0: Z2M-G3, Z2D-G3

Support Host Convertor:  Thunderbolt 2 to PCIe 2.0: C1M-G2

Support Switch System:  PCIe 2.0: SW08-Q4, SW16, SWF16

Accusys Storage Ltd.,

Version: V2.0

Reversion

Date

Revision Description

V1.0

11/10/2012

Initial release on CD.

V1.1

12/19/2012

Modify page 4-3(erase clear log explanation and add DAS and SAN log file path)

V1.1.1

02/26/2013

Delete 5M copper cable on page 1-4 and 1-6

V1.1.2

12/24/2013

Modify Heartbeat LED indicator to flash on page 3-5

V1.1.3

09/22/2014

Modify item 3.3.4.2 Installing driver on Linux and RAIDGuardX Installation

V1.2

11/30/2014

 Add C1M-G2,  Add Z2M-G3  Add Chapter plan you SAN  Add Chapter create array

V2.0

07/15/2016

Content updated

Revision Sheet

User Guide

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Caution

This 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 indicates useful tips on getting the most from your RAID system.

PREFACE

Notice

The product features and specifications described in this guide are subject to change without notice.

The manufacturer shall not be liable for any damage, or the loss of data resulting from the performance or use of the information contained herein.

About This Guide

Congratulations on your purchase of the ExaSAN (pronounced X-sa-SAN) B08S3-PS. The 8

bay PCIe 3.0 tower model of the ExaSAN family, specifically designed for media streaming

workflow. It delivers stability, outstanding performance and scalability. This guide contains instructions for installing and using the B08S3-PS .

Guide to Conventions

Inside the double boxes is important information that users should be aware of:

Trademarks

Accusys and the names of Accusys products and logos referenced herein are trademarks and/or service marks or registered trademarks and/or service marks of Accusys Storage Ltd.

Xsan, Mac, Mac OS, and Macintosh are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Apple. Other product and company names mentioned herein may be trademarks and/or service marks of their respective owners.

All contents of this manual are copyrighted by Accusys Storage Ltd. The information contained herein is the exclusive property of Accusys Storage Ltd. and shall not

be copied, transferred, photocopied, translated on paper, film, electronic media, or computerreadable form, or otherwise reproduced in any way, without the express written permission of Accusys Storage Ltd..

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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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ExaSAN B08S3-PS User Guide

Table of content

Page #

Notice............................................................................................................................................................. ii

About This Guide ........................................................................................................................................ ii

Guide to Conventions ............................................................................................................................... ii

Trademarks .................................................................................................................................................. ii

Table of content ......................................................................................................................................... iv

1. Introducing ExaSAN PCIe 3.0 Storage System .............................................................................. 1-1

1.1 Overview .................................................................................................................................. 1-1

1.1.1 What is the ExaSAN Solution.............................................................................................................1-1

1.1.2 ExaSAN B08S3-PS features ...............................................................................................................1-3

1.2 What’s in the Box ................................................................................................................... 1-4

1.3 Your B08S3-PS at a Glance ................................................................................................... 1-5

1.3.1 Front view ...........................................................................................................................................1-5

1.3.2 Disk Mapping .....................................................................................................................................1-5

1.3.3 Disk Tray and LED Indicators ............................................................................................................1-5

1.3.4 Rear Panel ...........................................................................................................................................1-6

1.3.5 Z2M-G3 ..............................................................................................................................................1-7

2. Preparing to Install ExaSAN B08S3-PS ......................................................................................... 2-1

2.1 Precaution for Handling the System ..................................................................................... 2-1

2.2 Choosing the Location for the System .................................................................................. 2-1

2.3 Electrical Power ...................................................................................................................... 2-1

2.4 Operating Environment ......................................................................................................... 2-2

2.5 Security .................................................................................................................................... 2-2

3. Installing the ExaSAN B08S3-PS ................................................................................................... 3-1

3.1 Installing Disk Drive ............................................................................................................... 3-1

3.2 Installing the HBA Card ........................................................................................................ 3-2

3.3 Install driver and GUI ............................................................................................................ 3-3

3.3.1 Installing driver and GUI on MAC and Windows ..............................................................................3-3

3.3.2 Installing driver and GUI on Linux ....................................................................................................3-4

3.3.2.1 Driver Installation .....................................................................................................................3-4

3.3.2.2 RAIDGuardX Installation .........................................................................................................3-6

3.4 Create Array ........................................................................................................................... 3-7

4. Using RAIDGuardX GUI ................................................................................................................. 4-1

4.1 RAIDGuardX Overview ........................................................................................................ 4-1

4.1.1 Menu Bar ............................................................................................................................................4-1

4.1.2 RAIDGuardX main console ................................................................................................................4-2

4.2 Add/Remove Controller ......................................................................................................... 4-3

4.2.1 Add Controller ....................................................................................................................................4-3

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4.2.2 Remove Controller ..............................................................................................................................4-3

4.3 Create/Delete an Array .......................................................................................................... 4-4

4.3.1 Create Array................................................................................................................................ ........4-4

4.3.2 Delete an Array ...................................................................................................................................4-6

4.4 Email Notification ................................................................................................................... 4-7

4.5 Preference ................................................................................................................................ 4-8

4.5.1 Disk Lag Proof ....................................................................................................................................4-8

4.5.2 NCQ ....................................................................................................................................................4-9

4.5.3 SMART Mode ....................................................................................................................................4-9

4.5.4 Beeper ...............................................................................................................................................4-10

4.5.5 Equalization Mode ............................................................................................................................4-10

4.5.6 Cache ................................................................................................................................................4-10

4.5.7 MISC ................................................................................................................................................4-11

4.6 Option .................................................................................................................................... 4-13

4.6.1 Slicing ...............................................................................................................................................4-13

4.6.2 LUN Map ..........................................................................................................................................4-14

4.6.3 Expansion .........................................................................................................................................4-15

4.6.4 Migrations .........................................................................................................................................4-16

4.6.5 Snapshot ............................................................................................................................................4-19

4.6.6 Health Center ....................................................................................................................................4-22

4.6.7 Unlock Drives ...................................................................................................................................4-23

4.7 Updating the ExaSAN RAID system Firmware ................................................................ 4-24

4.8 Download controller log ....................................................................................................... 4-25

4.9 Disk RW Test ........................................................................................................................ 4-25

5. RAID Overview ................................................................................................................................. 5-1

5.1 How RAID Works .................................................................................................................. 5-1

5.2 RAID Levels ............................................................................................................................ 5-1

5.2.1 RAID 0: Striping .................................................................................................................................5-1

5.2.2 RAID 1: Mirroring ..............................................................................................................................5-2

5.2.3 RAID 5: Striping disks with distributed parity ...................................................................................5-2

5.2.4 RAID 6: Independent data disks with two Independent parity schemes .............................................5-2

5.2.5 RAID 0+1: Striped set with Mirroring ................................................................................................5-3

5.2.6 Enhance JBOD: Single disk ................................................................................................................5-3

6. Appendices ........................................................................................................................................ 6-1

Appendix A: FAQs .............................................................................................................................. 6-2

Appendix B: Customer Service and Support .................................................................................... 6-5

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1. Introduction

1. Introducing ExaSAN PCIe 3.0 Storage System

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1. Introduction

1. Introducing ExaSAN PCIe 3.0 Storage System

1.1 Overview

1.1.1 What is the ExaSAN Solution

Developed by Accusys Storage Ltd., a worldwide leader in RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) storage systems, ExaSAN (pronounced “X-sa-SAN”) is a family of storage and switch products that take advantage of well known PCIe (PCI Express) technology speeds, standards, and roadmap.

The current ExaSAN products employ PCIe3.0 protocol that provides 8 Gb/s per lane transfers. With 4 lane QSFP (Quad SFP) connector and cable, ExaSAN can transfer up to 32 Gb/s by using single connection.

Post production work including non-linear editing (NLE) requires high bandwidth storage to quickly move the volume of data being processed and ExaSAN storage solution meets those demands. The high bandwidth provided by ExaSAN technology allows the client to complete editing tasks in a much shorter time to save time and money.

ExaSAN solution, including its complete line of rack mount RAID systems, tower RAID systems, PCIe switch systems and accessories, for different application purpose, user can build as DAS (directly attached storage) via PCIe3.0 interface to provide extremely performance, in addition, Accusys provide SAN (storage attached network) turnkey solution to build a fast and shareable storage.

Standard DAS Environment

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1. Introduction

DAS with Z2D-G3, refer to below link to know more detail about Z2D-G3

http://www.accusys.com.tw/Accessories/HBA-Cable.html

Thunderbolt 2 DAS with C1M-G2, refer to below link to know more detail about C1M-G2

http://www.accusys.com.tw/Accessories/C1M.html

SAN environment. Refer to link for more detail of how to build a SAN environment.

http://www.accusys.com.tw/ExaSAN/SW16.html#

Whether it’s collaborative video editing in a post-production workgroup, or a shared research project in a university, the ExaSAN solution offers a range of performance levels and storage capacities that scale to meet the needs of small-to-medium-sized organizations. Equally important and useful is its integrated design, centralized administration and monitoring, and a suite of built-in management tools; which eliminate the need for a staff of experts to install and maintain a SAN for the workgroups

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1. Introduction

1.1.2 ExaSAN B08S3-PS features

1. Hardware Specifications

 One PCIe3.0 8Gb/s x4 lanes host port, transfers up to 32 Gb/s  Hardware XOR/Multi-Parity engine  2GB DDRIII memory, ECC-protected  Support 8 x 2.5” SAS/SATA drive and SSD

2. Software Specifications

 Multiple RAID levels: 0,1,5,6, 0+1 and enhance JBOD  Up to 5 disk array groups  Up to 16 disk array slices  Up to 64 LUNs  Selective initialization method (on-the-fly and performance evaluation)  Online RAID set expansion and level migration  Support write-back and write-through caching of controller and drive  Automatic rebuilding  Disk health monitoring by S.M.A.R.T.  Disk RW Test to measure the real IO throughput on each disk  Array roaming and disk traveling  Dual firmware images for firmware recovery  Disk Lag Proof technology to guarantee disk timely response  Equalization mode to smooth the performance of sequential data transfers

3. Management

 Java-based GUI, RAIDGuardX, centralized multiple RAID system management  LED indicator to monitor status of RAID enclosure  Event notification by email (SMTP)  Support SNMP traps

4. Enclosure

 Dimensions: L: 374mm, W:175mm, H:394mm  Weight: 11.5 Kg (w/o drives)

5. Support OS

 Windows 7, 8, 10, 2008 and 2012 (32/64bit)  Linux: Red Hat, SUSE, Fedora, CentOS etc.  MAC: OS X 10.5, 10.6, 10.7, 10.8, 10.9, 10.10 and 10.11.

6. Operating Conditions

 Humidity: 5% - 85%  Operating Temperature: 0C – 40C

7. Certification

 Humidity: 5% - 85%  Operating Temperature: 0C – 40C

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1. Introduction

 Certification: RoHS, CE, FCC, BSMI

8. Support Cable

 Copper 2M (standard), Optical 10M, 30M, 50M and100M.

1.2 What’s in the Box

Your ExaSAN B08S3-PS is shipped in special packaging to provide protection during transportation. Carefully check your carton contents against the included packing list, or the inside flap of the box, and your original purchase order. You should have the items as described in the sections below.

Contact your Accusys System Integrator/Value Added Reseller or Accusys Customer Service (see Appendix C “Customer Service and Technical Support” for more information) to report any missing item. The Accessories package includes the following items. These items can also be ordered and shipped separately from Accusys.

1. Installation DVD (x1)

2. AC power cord cable (x1)

3. Screw pack for disk tray (x2)

4. 2M QSFP copper cable (x1)

5. Plug adapter (x3)

6. ExaSAN B08S3-PS storage (x1)

7. Z2M-G3 HBA (x1)

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Name

Description

Power status

Blue indicates the power is working normally

Access

Flashing Blue indicates the host is accessing

System Fan

Blue Fan normal Red Fan failed

Heartbeat

Blue indicates the controller is active

Disk 1

Disk 5

Disk 2

Disk 6

Disk 3

Disk 7

Disk 4

Disk 8

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1.3 Your B08S3-PS at a Glance

This section helps you get familiar with the physical appearance of your ExaSAN B08S3-PS.

1.3.1 Front view

1.3.2 Disk Mapping

1.3.3 Disk Tray and LED Indicators

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Disk Status

LED #1 (Access LED)

LED #2 (Status LED)

Disk Online/Locked

Steady Green

No Disk/Disk Fail

Steady Red

Disk Access/Initialization

Flashing Blue

Steady Green

Disk Rebuild

Flashing Blue

Switching in Red and Green

Disk Expansion

Flashing Blue

Extend Drives: Steady Red Original Drives: Steady Green

Disk Migration

Flashing Blue

Migrate Drives: Steady Red Original Drives: Steady Green

No.

Name

Description

FAN

System cooling FAN

QSFP host port

PCIe3.0 host port

LED(left)

Green PCIe3.0 link status Flash Green PCIe2.0 link status

LED(right)

Blue Data access status

Debug port

For engineer debugging only

Power Button

Click to power up Push for 5 seconds to shut down

Power Supply

Connects to a power source with a power cord.

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1.3.4 Rear Panel

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No.

Name

Description

QSFP Port 1

For connection with switch.

LED1

Amber SAN mode enable

LED2

Green PCIe3.0 Link status Flash Green PCIe2.0 link status

LED3

Blue Data access status

QSFP Port 2

For connection with ExaSAN storage directly.

LED1

Reserve

LED2

Green PCIe3.0 Link status Flash Green PCIe2.0 link status

LED3

Blue Data access status

1. Introduction

1.3.5 Z2M-G3

Refer to the link

http://www.accusys.com.tw/Document/HBA_Cable/Z2M_G3_QSG_20141216.pdf, for more

detail about Z2M-G3.

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2. Preparation

2. Preparing to Install ExaSAN B08S3-PS

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2. Preparation

2. Preparing to Install ExaSAN B08S3-PS

To ensure safe and smooth operation of your ExaSAN B08S3-PS, it is essential that you choose an appropriate location for the system, provide an appropriate operating environment, and adequate power for all components of the system. As you plan for installation, follow the guidelines below to ensure that the system and its environment are safely and appropriately positioned for efficient operation and service.

2.1 Precaution for Handling the System

Take the following precautions to avoid damage to the system or potential injury to you.

1. Prepare a flat, sturdy surface before removing the system from its packaging. The table or cart that will hold the system should be as close as possible to the system carton.

2. Ensure that all power switches have been turned off and all power cords disconnected to prevent personal injury and damage to the hardware.

3. Static electricity can damage electronic components of your system. Follow the guidelines below to avoid such damage:

a. Work in a static-free environment b. Wear a grounded anti-static wrist strap c. Store uninstalled components in anti-static bags d. Handle circuit boards by their edges and avoid touching chips and connectors

2.2 Choosing the Location for the System

The ExaSAN B08S3-PS is designed as a tower solution. Depending on where your desk or rackmount cabinet or other install location is, you should keep the following points in mind when determining where to place your system.

1. Measure the amount of available space on your desk. The amount of space required for the B08S3-PS is L: 265mm, W:175mm, H: 87mm

2. Measure the distance between any two components that need to be connected via cable(s). This measurement will help you determine the length of the required cable(s). Or if you’ve already purchased the cables, determine the proximity of the components in question.

3. Leave sufficient room, at least two inches, around the unit to allow air ventilation.

4. Do not block or cover any of the ventilation holes in the front and back panels of the unit. Consistent airflow is essential to keeping the system operating efficiently.

5. Allow additional room at the front and back of the unit for service.

6. The ExaSAN B08S3-PS uses several cables and cords. It’s a good idea to determine how they will be arranged at the rear of the system, and where the cables will be routed to connect to the host systems and RAID disk systems.

2.3 Electrical Power

At your chosen location for the ExaSAN B08S3-PS, make sure that the electrical circuitry and power outlets are sufficient for the combined power needs of all hardware components. To plan for safe and adequate power to the system, follow these guidelines:

1. Check the documentation for all hardware components at the chosen location to determine their power requirements. Then make sure that the available power supply for that location is sufficient for the planned components.

2. When possible use surge protectors or power conditions as part of the installation.

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2. Preparation

3. When planning for electrical power, make sure you have more power than the total power requirements specified for all components. Also make certain that the power load is distributed evenly among circuits to that location. Consult an electrician or other expert if you need assistance with planning for the power needs for your components.

4. Make sure that the power outlets for all hardware components are grounded according to local and national standards. Consult an electrician if you need assistance with grounding.

2.4 Operating Environment

The operating environment for the ExaSAN B08S3-PS must meet certain requirements:

1. Verify that the temperature range of the chosen location is within the limits established for the system and all other components.

2. Make certain that the chosen location has adequate ventilation to maintain the necessary temperature range.

3. If there are multiple hardware components installed at the chosen location, consider additional cooling measures to assure efficient operation of the system and other components.

4. Environment parameters:

a. Operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) b. Operating humidity: 5-85%, non-condensing c. Storage humidity:5%-95%, non-condensing

2.5 Security

To ensure the security of the ExaSAN B08S3-PS, make certain that the chosen location meets your security requirements.

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3. Installation

3. Installing the ExaSAN B08S3-PS

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Note

The hard drives in a RAID system should match in size and speed. All drives in an array should be identical models with the same firmware version.

Note Caution

PCIe slots on some motherboards are for graphics cards only. Check with the motherboard vendor for compatibility.

3. Installation

3. Installing the ExaSAN B08S3-PS

Follow the steps in this chapter to prepare your ExaSAN B08S3-PS system for installation.

3.1 Installing Disk Drive

Follow the steps below to install your HDDs. .

1. Place the HDD with connector align with the edge of the disk tray.

2. Secure HDD with screws as below figure.

3. Slide the disk tray into the disk bays on the back of the chassis.

4. Push the tray inward until the tray firmly connects and you hear the tray click into place.

5. Repeat for all drives to be installed into the B08S3-PS.

Before the ExaSAN B08S3-PS is ready to be connected and powered on, you must install the HBA card in the workgroup client system. The HBA card is compatible with PCIe x8, x16 slots and both PCIe 2.0, 3.0 standards. Note, recommend to use PCIe x16 slots.

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