HP PRO RX User Manual
Designed for Video Editing
and
Content Creation Professionals
PRO RX
Installation and User’s Manual
Document 900-0009-0 v1
PRO RX Installation and User’s Manual
PRO RX Installation and User’s Manual
1. Introduction .............................................................................................................................. 3
Table of Content
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. The Bezel ....................................................................................................................... 10
3.2. Disk Modules, Indicators, Controls, Connections .......................................................... 10
4. Installation ............................................................................................................................. 12
4.1. Rackmount Installation ................................................................................................... 12
4.2. Disk Module Installation ................................................................................................. 13
4.3. Host Bus Extender Card ................................................................................................ 14
4.3.1. Switch Settings ....................................................................................................... 14
4.3.2. HBE Card Installation ............................................................................................. 15
4.4. Making the Connections ................................................................................................. 16
4.4.1. PCI-e Extender Cable ............................................................................................ 16
4.4.2. Mac Connection ..................................................................................................... 16
4.4.3. Windows PC Connection ....................................................................................... 17
4.5. Driver Installation ........................................................................................................... 18
4.5.1. Mac Pro – Expansion Slot Utility settings .............................................................. 18
4.5.2. Mac Driver Installation ............................................................................................ 19
4.5.3. Windows XP/2000 Driver Installation ..................................................................... 20
4.5.4. Windows Vista Driver Installation ........................................................................... 20
4.6. RAID Console Installation .............................................................................................. 21
4.6.1. Apple Mac RAID Console Installation .................................................................... 21
4.6.2. Windows PC RAID Console Installation ................................................................ 21
4.7. Built-in Ethernet Configuration ....................................................................................... 22
4.8. E-mail notification ........................................................................................................... 22
5. RAID Console Operations ..................................................................................................... 23
5.1. Start RAID Console GUI ................................................................................................ 23
5.1.1. Start Apple Mac RAID Console GUI ...................................................................... 23
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. Product Registration .............................................................................................................. 38
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 RX for a much more streamlined installation. Refer to the Pre-configuration
Sheet for the exact pre-configuration of your PRO RX, 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
W A R N I N G
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.
1.1.2. CONSIDÉRATIONS DE SÉCURITÉ
AVERTISSEMENT
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.
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1.1.3. SAFTY BERÜCKSICHTIGUNGEN
W A R N U N G
ELEKTROSCHOCKGEFAHR
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.
1.1.4. CONSIDERACIONES DE SEGURIDAD
ADVERTENCIA
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.
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1.2. System Requirements
Operating Systems:
• Windows XP / Vista / 2003/ 2000 / 32 & 64-bit.
• Mac OS X 10.4 or higher.
• Apple Power Mac G5 with one available PCI-e x8 slot.
• Apple Mac Pro with one available PCI-e x8 slot.
• Windows compatible PC with one available PCI-e x8 slot.
• Internet connection (to download drivers and utilities).
1.3. Technical Support
Phone 818-435-6007
FAX 818-576-0324
E-mail support@dulcesystems.com
Web www.dulcesystems.com
If the product requires service, please contact Dulce Systems’ Technical Support
and obtain an RMA number. Ship the product properly packaged to:
Dulce Systems
Attn: RMA
9620 Topanga Canyon Place,
Suite E
Chatsworth, CA 91311
2. Getting Started
The PRO RX comes pre-assembled and almost ready for use, just install the
Disk Modules, the PCI-e (PCI-express) Host Bus Extender (HBE), 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).
• Set of keys.
• A 12 or 16 disk bay system enclosure.
• 8, 12, or 16 Disk Modules.
• A PCI-e x8 Host Bus Extender card.
• A PCI-e x8 Extender Cable.
• Rackmount rails
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4 or 8 Lane Mode
3.1. 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.
Use both hands, push from behind the left and right side of the bezel. Access
through the rack mount handles.
Front view with bezel removed
Mute Button, Fan Alarm, Temp Alarm
Drive Bays
3.2. Disk Modules, Indicators, Controls, Connections
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
Power (white)
Activity (blue)
Back view
Power Supply
Removable Cooling Fans
Management
Ethernet port
PCI-e Port
Config Switches
Link Status:
Cable Installed
Power On
Host Bus Extender Card
PCI-e Port
Config
Switches
Link Status:
Cable Installed
Power On
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4. Installation
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Please follow these few steps to install the PRO RX. This process typically takes
about 20 minutes to complete.
Overview of installation:
• Rackmount installation
• Disk Module Installation
• Host Bus Extender Card Installation
• PCI-express Extender Cable Installation
• Driver Installation
• RAID Console Installation
The PRO RX ship pre-configured in RAID 5 mode and pre-formatted
for Apple Mac OS X. After the driver installation step and a reboot, the
PRO RX icon will appear on the desktop ready for use.
Windows operation will require a format/partition process. The PRO
RX ship already pre-configured in RAID 5. After the driver installation,
simply run the Windows Disk Management utility to prepare the RAID
for Windows usage.
Rail mounted
to rack.
4.2. Disk Module Installation
Remove the front bezel. Install each marked Disk Module into the slot indicated.
Pull the lock of the Disk Module left to open the latch. Insert into slot until latch
begins to close, close latch to lock Disk Module into place.
4.1. Rackmount Installation
The PRO RX can be rackmounted to a standard 19” rack. 3u height space is
required. A set of mounting rails are supplied and can be mounted to various
rack depths.
Mount the left and right rails to the rack, ensure sufficient 3u space is available.
Adjust depth as required.
Mount the left and right sliders on the PRO RX.
Install the PRO RX carefully on the rack by aligning the sliders in the rails.
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