IBM TotalStorage FAStT700 Installation Manual
IBM®TotalStorage™FAStT700
Fibre Channel Storage Serv er
Installation Guide
IBM®TotalStorage™FAStT700
Fibre Channel Storage Serv er
Installation Guide
Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the general information under “Appendix B.
Warranty information” on page 51 and “Appendix C. Notices” on page 61.
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Safety
Before installing this product, read the Safety Information.
Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações de Segurança.
Pred instalací tohoto produktu si prectete prírucku bezpecnostních instrukcí.
Læs sikkerhedsforskrifterne, før du installerer dette produkt.
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Statement 1:
DANGER
Electrical current from power, telephone, and communication cables is
hazardous.
To avoid a shock hazard:
v Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation,
maintenance, or reconfiguration of this product during an electrical
storm.
v Connect all power cords to a properly wired and grounded electrical
outlet.
v Connect to properly wired outlets any equipment that will be attached to
this product.
v When possible, use one hand only to connect or disconnect signal
cables.
v Never turn on any equipment when there is evidence of fire, water, or
structural damage.
v Disconnect the attached power cords, telecommunications systems,
networks, and modems before you open the device covers, unless
instructed otherwise in the installation and configuration procedures.
v Connect and disconnect cables as described in the following table when
installing, moving, or opening covers on this product or attached
devices.
To Connect: To Disconnect:
1. Turn everything OFF.
2. First, attach all cables to devices.
3. Attach signal cables to connectors.
4. Attach power cords to outlet.
5. Turn device ON.
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1. Turn everything OFF.
2. First, remove power cords from outlet.
3. Remove signal cables from connectors.
4. Remove all cables from devices.
Statement 2:
CAUTION:
When replacing the lithium battery, use only IBM Part Number 33F8354 or an
equivalent type battery recommended by the manufacturer. If your system has
a module containing a lithium battery, replace it only with the same module
type made by the same manufacturer. The battery contains lithium and can
explode if not properly used, handled, or disposed of.
Do not:
v Throw or immerse into water
v Heat to more than 100°C (212°F)
v Repair or disassemble
Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations.
Statement 3:
CAUTION:
When laser products (such as CD-ROMs, DVD drives, fiber optic devices, or
transmitters) are installed, note the following:
v Do not remove the covers. Removing the covers of the laser product could
result in exposure to hazardous laser radiation. There are no serviceable
parts inside the device.
v Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than
those specified herein might result in hazardous radiation exposure.
DANGER
Some laser products contain an embedded Class 3A or Class 3B laser
diode. Note the following.
Laser radiation when open. Do not stare into the beam, do not view directly
with optical instruments, and avoid direct exposure to the beam.
Class 1 Laser statement
Class 1 Laser Product
Laser Klasse 1
Laser Klass 1
Luokan 1 Laserlaite
Appareil A Laser de Classe 1
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Safety v
Statement 4:
≥ 18 kg (39.7 lb) ≥ 32 kg (70.5 lb) ≥ 55 kg (121.2 lb)
CAUTION:
Use safe practices when lifting.
Statement 5:
CAUTION:
The power control button on the device and the power switch on the power
supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device. The device
also might have more than one power cord. To remove all electrical current
from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power
source.
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Statement 8:
CAUTION:
Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has the following
label atteched.
Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside any
component that has this label attached. There are no serviceable parts inside
these components. If you suspect a problem with one of these parts, contact
a service technician.
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Contents
Safety ............................iii
Figures ............................xi
About this book ........................xiii
How this book is organized ....................xiii
Notices and statements in this book .................xiii
Related publications .......................xiv
Chapter 1. Introduction ......................1
Inventory checklist ........................2
FAStT700 Storage Server components ................2
Operating specifications ......................5
Preparing for installation ......................6
Handling static-sensitive devices ...................6
Installing the FAStT700 Storage Server in a rack cabinet ..........7
Installing additional hardware ....................7
Installing hardware for host-agent (in-band) management .........8
Installing hardware for direct (out-of-band) management .........9
Installing hardware for cluster servers ................9
Installing drive enclosures in a rack cabinet ..............11
Chapter 2. Connecting the FAStT700 Storage Server ..........13
FAStT700 Storage Server mini-hub interface connections .........13
FAStT700 Storage Server interface ports ...............14
Host interface ports ......................14
Drive interface ports ......................14
Ethernet interface ports .....................15
Installing SFP modules ......................15
Removing SFP modules .....................17
Handling fiber-optic cables ....................18
Using LC-LC Fibre Channel cables .................18
Connecting an LC-LC cable to an SFP module ............19
Removing an LC-LC Fibre Channel cable ..............21
Using LC-SC Fibre Channel cable adapters ..............22
Connecting an LC-SC cable to a device...............23
Removing an LC-LC cable from an LC-SC cable adapter ........24
FAStT700 Storage Server and drive enclosure cabling overview .......25
Configuring the drive loops ....................26
Connecting a redundant drive loop to the FAStT700 Storage Server .....30
Connecting hosts directly to the FAStT700 Storage Server .........32
Connecting hosts using external devices ...............34
Setting the Link Rate Interface switch ................37
Setting data transfer rates on host-side mini hubs ...........38
Setting data transfer rates on drive-side mini hubs ...........38
Connecting Ethernet cables ....................38
Chapter 3. Starting the FAStT700 Storage Server ...........39
Connecting the power cords ....................39
Turning on the power ......................39
Turning off the power ......................40
Turning on the FAStT700 Storage Server alarm .............41
FAStT700 Storage Server indicator lights ...............42
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Installing the FAStT Storage Manager software .............45
Appendix A. Getting information, help, and service ..........47
Getting information .......................47
Using the World Wide Web ...................47
Getting information by fax ....................47
Getting help and service .....................47
Using the documentation and diagnostic programs ...........47
Calling for service .......................48
Telephone numbers ......................49
International Warranty Service ...................49
Purchasing additional services ...................50
Appendix B. Warranty information .................51
Warranty period ........................51
Warranty service and support ...................51
Before you call for service ....................51
Calling for service .......................52
IBM Statement of Limited Warranty Z125-4753-06 8/2000 .........52
Part 1 - General Terms .....................52
Part 2 - Country-unique Terms ..................55
Appendix C. Notices ......................61
Edition notice .........................61
Trademarks ..........................62
Important notes.........................62
Electronic emission notices ....................63
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) statement .........63
Industry Canada Class A emission compliance statement ........63
Australia and New Zealand Class A statement ............63
United Kingdom telecommunications safety requirement.........63
European Union EMC Directive conformance statement .........63
Taiwan electrical emission statement ................64
Japanese Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) statement . . . 64
Power cords ..........................64
Index ............................67
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Figures
1. IBM FAStT700 Fibre Channel Storage Server.....................2
2. IBM FAStT700 Fibre Channel Storage Server - front view ................3
3. IBM FAStT700 Fibre Channel Storage Server - back view ................4
4. Host agent (in-band) managed storage subsystems ..................8
5. Direct (out-of-band) managed storage subsystems ...................9
6. Installing host adapters in storage subsystems on a Fibre Channel network .........10
7. FAStT700 mini-hub interface connections ......................13
8. FAStT700 Storage Server interface ports ......................14
9. Host mini-hub ports ..............................14
10. Drive mini-hub ports..............................15
11. Ethernet ports ................................15
12. Small Form-Factor Pluggable (SFP) Module .....................17
13. Installing an SFP module in a mini hub.......................17
14. Unlocking the SFP module latch .........................18
15. LC-LC Fibre Channel cable ...........................19
16. Removing fiber-optic cable protective caps .....................20
17. Inserting an LC-LC Fibre Channel cable into an SFP module ..............20
18. Inserting an LC-LC Fibre Channel cable into an installed SFP module ...........21
19. LC-LC Fibre Channel Cable lever and latches ....................22
20. Removing the LC-LC Fibre Channel cable .....................22
21. LC-SC Fibre Channel cable ...........................23
22. Removing the LC-SC cable adapter protective caps ..................24
23. Connecting an LC-LC cable into the LC-SC cable adapter ...............24
24. LC-LS Fibre Channel Cable lever and latches ....................25
25. Removing the LC-LC Fibre Channel cable from an LC-SC Fibre Channel cable adapter.....25
26. Redundant drive loop cabling overview.......................26
27. Connecting two drive enclosures into drive loop A...................27
28. Drive enclosure environmental services monitor (ESM) board in and out ports ........28
29. Connecting two drive enclosures into redundant drive loop B ..............28
30. Connecting additional drive enclosures to drive loops A and B ..............29
31. Connecting a second redundant drive enclosure group (loops C and D) ..........30
32. Connecting drive loop A to the FAStT700 Storage Server ................31
33. Connecting redundant drive loops to the FAStT700 Storage Server ............31
34. Connecting two redundant drive enclosure groups ..................32
35. Connecting hosts directly to the controller......................33
36. Using two Fibre Channel switches to connect a host..................34
37. Using four Fibre Channel switches to connect multiple hosts ...............35
38. Adding hosts using cascading switches ......................37
39. Mini-hub Link Rate Interface switch and Speed indicator light ..............37
40. Ethernet port locations .............................38
41. Connecting the power cords and turning the power on and off ..............39
42. FAStT700 Storage Server alarm switch ......................41
43. RAID controller indicator lights ..........................42
44. FAStT700 Storage Server indicator lights ......................43
45. FAStT700 Storage Server indicator lights ......................43
46. Battery indicator lights .............................43
47. Power supply and fan and communications module indicator lights ............44
48. Mini-hub indicator lights ............................44
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About this book
This book provides instructions for setting up, installing, and connecting your
IBM®TotalStorage™FAStT700 Fibre Channel Storage Server. This installation guide
is intended for system operators and service technicians who have extensive
knowledge of Fibre Channel and network technology.
How this book is organized
“Chapter 1. Introduction” on page 1 introduces the IBM FAStT700 Fibre Channel
Storage Server and contains set up instructions. This chapter also includes an
overview of the IBM FAStT700 Fibre Channel Storage Server features and
components.
“Chapter 2. Connecting the FAStT700 Storage Server” on page 13 provides
information about the components that connect the FAStT700 Storage Server to the
Fibre Channel network and instructions for connecting the FAStT700 Storage
Server to other Fibre Channel devices.
“Chapter 3. Starting the FAStT700 Storage Server” on page 39 provides information
about connecting the power cords, turning the power on and off, checking the
indicator lights, and installing the IBM FAStT Storage Manager software.
“Appendix A. Getting information, help, and service” on page 47 describes how to
obtain help, service, and information about IBM products.
“Appendix B. Warranty information” on page 51 provides warranty statements.
“Appendix C. Notices” on page 61 provides product notices.
Notices and statements in this book
The caution and danger statements used in this book also appear in the multilingual
Safety Information book provided with your IBM FAStT700 Fibre Channel Storage
Server. Each caution and danger statement is numbered for easy reference to the
corresponding statements in the safety book.
The following types of notices and statements are used in this book:
v Note: These notices provide important tips, guidance, or advice.
v Important: These notices provide information or advice that might help you avoid
inconvenient or problem situations.
v Attention: These notices indicate possible damage to programs, devices, or
data. An attention notice is placed just before the instruction or situation in which
damage could occur.
v Caution: These statements indicate situations that can be potentially hazardous
to you. A caution statement is placed just before the description of a potentially
hazardous procedure step or situation.
v Danger: These statements indicate situations that can be potentially lethal or
extremely hazardous to you. A danger statement is placed just before the
description of a potentially lethal or extremely hazardous procedure step or
situation.
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Related publications
The following publications are available in Adobe Acrobat Portable Document
Format (PDF) on the IBM FAStT Storage Manager CD and at
http://www.ibm.com/pc/support/.
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v IBM®TotalStorage™FAStT700 Fibre Channel Storage Server User’s Guide
v IBM®FAStT700 Fibre Channel Cabling Instructions
v IBM®FAStT Storage Manager Version 8.0 Installation and User’s Guide for
Microsoft
v IBM®FAStT Storage Manager Version 8.0 Installation and User’s Guide for
Novell NetWare
v IBM
Hat Linux
v IBM®FAStT Storage Manager Version 8.0 Installation and User’s Guide for
HP-UX and Solaris
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v IBM®FAStT Storage Manager Version 8.0 FlashCopy Premium Feature Key
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Chapter 1. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing an IBM TotalStorage FAStT product. IBM Fibre Array
Storage Technology (FAStT) solutions are designed to support the large and
growing data storage requirements of business-critical applications. These scalable
FAStT solutions provide data access and protection to meet your existing enterprise
storage requirements and future needs.
Fibre Channel is a technology similar to a high-speed network that connects large
amounts of disk storage to a server or cluster of servers. Fibre Channel technology
helps increase performance, scalability, availability, and the distance that attached
storage subsystems can be from network servers. The IBM FAStT700 Fibre
Channel Storage Server (machine type 1742, models 1RU and 1RX) supports Fibre
Channel disk drives to maximize performance and redundancy.
Fibre Channel technology supports applications that require large amounts of disk
storage shared by two or more servers. With Fibre Channel, higher throughput rates
over longer distances (up to 10 km) are possible than with small computer system
interface (SCSI) or Serial Storage Architecture (SSA) technology.
The IBM FAStT700 Fibre Channel Storage Server (referred to throughout this book
as FAStT700 Storage Server) is a high-performance unit that provides dual,
redundant RAID controllers with Fibre Channel interfaces to both the host and drive
loops. The FAStT700 Storage Server has redundant cooling, redundant power, and
battery backup of the controller cache.
Designed to provide maximum host and drive-side redundancy, the FAStT700
Storage Server supports direct attachment of up to four hosts containing two host
adapters each. Using external Fibre Channel switches in conjunction with the
FAStT700 Storage Server, you can attach up to 64 hosts with two adapters each to
a FAStT700 Storage Server.
This chapter provides descriptions of the primary components of the FAStT700
Storage Server and contains setup instructions. The FAStT700 Storage Server is
used with rack-mounted drive enclosures (also referred to as expansion units).
Figure 1 on page 2 shows the IBM FAStT700 Fibre Channel Storage Server.
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Inventory checklist
The IBM FAStT700 Fibre Channel Storage Server comes with the following
hardware:
v Two power cords
v One rack-mounting hardware kit:
– Two rails (right and left)
– Eight black M6 hex-head screws
– Eight clip nuts
– Eight cage nuts
The IBM FAStT700 Fibre Channel Storage Server comes with the following
software and documentation:
v IBM FAStT Storage Manager version 8.0 CD including:
– IBM FAStT Storage Manager version 8.0
– Publications in Adobe Acrobat Portable Document Format (PDF)
v Rack mounting assembly kit including:
– Rack Mounting Instructions
– Rack Mounting Template
– White tape dots
v IBM FAStT700 Fibre Channel Cabling Instructions
For a list of available IBM FAStT700 publications, see “Related publications”
on page xiv.
To connect the FAStT700 Storage Server to other devices, you might need the
following hardware options, which are purchased separately:
v IBM Small Form-Factor Pluggable (SFP) Module
v IBM LC-LC Fibre Channel Cable
v IBM LC-SC Fibre Channel Cable Adapter
v IBM FAStT700 Mini Hub
FAStT700 Storage Server components
The FAStT700 Storage Server has the following removable components, called
customer replaceable units (CRUs). All CRUs are accessible from the front or back
of the FAStT700 Storage Server.
v Bezel (front cover)
v RAID controller (comes with two)
v Battery
v Storage server fan
v Power supply (comes with two)
v Host mini hub (comes with two, four maximum)
v Drive mini hub (comes with two, four maximum)
v Fan and communications module
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v Small Form-Factor Pluggable (SFP) module (must be purchased separately)
Figure 2 shows the FAStT700 Storage Server front bezel. The bezel is a removable
front cover with holes for viewing status lights and for boosting air circulation.
Figure 2 also shows the IBM FAStT700 Storage Server without the front bezel,
exposing the following components:
v Storage server fan - A removable unit that contains two cooling fans and
indicator lights.
v Battery - A removable unit that contains the cache battery, battery charger
circuitry, and status indicator lights for the controllers.
v Controllers - Two removable units that each contain one RAID controller with 1
Gb cache memory and status indicator lights.
Removable bezel
FAStT700
Storage server fan Controllers
Battery
Figure 2. IBM FAStT700 Fibre Channel Storage Server - front view
Chapter 1. Introduction 3
Figure 3 shows the FAStT700 Storage Server back view and the following
components:
v Host-side and drive-side mini hubs - Up to eight removable mini hubs with
indicator lights to which you can insert Small Form-Factor Pluggable (SFP)
modules and connect fiber-optic host and drive interface cables to the FAStT
Storage Server (the standard FAStT700 configuration includes two host and two
drive mini hubs).
v Power supplies - Two removable units that each contain a power supply and an
indicator light.
v Fan and communications module - A removable unit that contains the power
supply cooling fans, an indicator light, and Ethernet ports.
Fan and communications
module
Host mini hubs
Drive mini hubs
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2 Gb/s
2 Gb/s
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Power supply Power supply
Figure 3. IBM FAStT700 Fibre Channel Storage Server - back view
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Operating specifications
Table 1 summarizes the operating specifications of the FAStT700 Storage Server.
Table 1. IBM FAStT700 Fibre Channel Storage Server operating specifications
Size (with front panel and without
mounting rails):
v Depth: 63.5 cm (25 in.)
v Height: 17.45 cm (6.87 in.)
v Width: 48.2 cm (18.97 in.)
Weight:
Typical FAStT700 Storage Server fully
configured: 43.99 kg (97 lbs)
Electrical input:
v Sine-wave input (50 to 60 Hz) is
required
v Input voltage:
– Low range:
- Minimum: 90 V ac
- Maximum: 136 V ac
– High range:
- Minimum: 198 V ac
- Maximum: 257 V ac
– Input kilovolt-amperes (kVA)
approximately: 0.214 kVA
Environment:
v Air temperature:
– Altitude: 0 to 914 m (3000 ft):
10° to 35° C(50° to 95° F)
– Altitude: 914 m (3000 ft) to 2133
m (7000 ft): 10° to 32° C(50° to
90° F)
v Humidity:
10% to 80%
Acoustical noise emissions values:
For typical system configurations:
v Sound power (idling and operating):
6.5 bels
v Sound pressure (idling and
operating): 65 dBA
These levels are measured in
controlled acoustical environments
according to ISO 7779 and are
reported in accordance with ISO 9296.
The declared sound power levels
indicate an upper limit, below which a
large portion of machines operate.
Sound pressure levels in your location
might exceed the average 1-meter
values stated because of room
reflections and other nearby noise.
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Preparing for installation
Use the following procedure to prepare the FAStT700 Storage Server for installation
into a rack cabinet.
1. Prepare the site to meet all area, environmental, power, and site requirements.
For more information, see “Operating specifications” on page 5.
2. Move the FAStT700 Storage Server and its rack cabinet to the site.
Statement 4:
≥ 18 kg (39.7 lb) ≥ 32 kg (70.5 lb) ≥ 55 kg (121.2 lb)
CAUTION:
Use safe practices when lifting.
3. Remove the FAStT700 Storage Server from its shipping container and check
the contents (see “Inventory checklist” on page 2). If any items are missing,
contact your IBM reseller before proceeding.
4. Assemble the tools and equipment you will need for installation. These might
include:
v Power cords (comes with the FAStT700 Storage Server)
v Number two Phillips and medium flat-blade screwdrivers
v Antistatic protection (such as a grounding wrist strap)
v Fibre Channel (FC) and Ethernet interface cables and cable straps
v Rack-mounting hardware (comes with the FAStT700 Storage Server)
v IBM FAStT Storage Manager software to configure the storage subsystems
(comes with the FAStT700 Storage Server)
Handling static-sensitive devices
Attention: Static electricity can damage electronic devices and your system. To
avoid damage, keep static-sensitive devices in their static-protective package until
you are ready to install them.
To reduce the possibility of electrostatic discharge, observe the following
precautions:
v Limit your movement. Movement can cause static electricity to build up around
you.
v Handle the device carefully, holding it by its edges or its frame.
v Do not touch solder joints, pins, or exposed printed circuitry.
v Do not leave the device where others can handle and possibly damage the
device.
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v While the device is still in its static-protective package, touch it to an unpainted
metal part of the system unit for at least two seconds. (This drains static
electricity from the package and from your body.)
v Remove the device from its package and install it directly into your system unit
without setting it down. If it is necessary to set the device down, place it in its
static-protective package. Do not place the device on your system unit cover or
on a metal table.
v Take additional care when handling devices during cold weather because heating
reduces indoor humidity and increases static electricity.
Installing the FAStT700 Storage Server in a rack cabinet
The FAStT700 Storage Server comes with a rack-mounting hardware kit for
installation into a rack cabinet. It is easier to lift the FAStT700 Storage Server and
install it in a rack cabinet if you remove all CRUs first. A fully loaded FAStT700
Storage Server with a storage server fan, battery, fan and communications module,
two RAID controllers, two power supplies, and eight mini hubs installed weighs
43.99 kg (97 lbs). If you remove all the CRUs, you reduce the overall weight.
For detailed instructions about removing the CRUs and installing the FAStT700
Storage Server in a rack cabinet, refer to the Rack Mounting Template and Rack
Mounting Instructions that come with the FAStT700 Storage Server. If you have not
already done so, read “Preparing for installation” on page 6 before you begin.
Installing additional hardware
You might need to install additional hardware if your Fibre Channel network is
configured for the following:
v Host-agent (in-band) management of storage subsystem
v Direct (out-of-band) management of storage subsystem
v Cluster server environment
Use the information in the following sections to determine the additional hardware
that you need.
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Installing hardware for host-agent (in-band) management
If you are using the host-agent (in-band) method to manage storage subsystems,
the host-agent software is installed on the host computer. You must install at least
one management station and host computer; then, attach the Ethernet cables from
the host computer to the management station. Figure 4 shows host-agent (in-band)
managed storage subsystems.
Storage subsystems
Managed hub or
Fibre Channel switch
Controller
Controller
Controller
Controller
Storage subsystems
Host bus adapter
Host computer
Fibre Channel
I/O path
Management station
(one or more)
Running the
host-agent software
Running the
client software
Ethernet
Figure 4. Host agent (in-band) managed storage subsystems
You will connect fiber-optic cables to each controller later in the installation process.
After you install the hardware, if your Fibre Channel network environment is
configured for cluster servers, go to “Installing hardware for cluster servers” on
page 9.
If you are installing drive enclosures in a rack cabinet, go to “Installing drive
enclosures in a rack cabinet” on page 11. Otherwise, go to “Chapter 2. Connecting
the FAStT700 Storage Server” on page 13.
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Installing hardware for direct (out-of-band) management
If you are using the direct (out-of-band) method to manage storage subsystems,
use Ethernet connections from a management station to each controller. You must
install at least one management station and then attach Ethernet cables to each
management station and two Ethernet cables per FAStT700 Storage Server.
Figure 5 shows direct (out-of-band) managed storage subsystems.
Storage subsystems
Managed hub or
Fibre Channel switch
Controller
Controller
Controller
Controller
Storage subsystems
Host bus adapter
Host computer
Fibre Channel
I/O path
Running the
client software
Ethernet
Management station
Figure 5. Direct (out-of-band) managed storage subsystems
You will connect fiber-optic and Ethernet cables to each controller later in the
installation process.
After you install the hardware, if your Fibre Channel network environment is
configured for cluster servers, go to “Installing hardware for cluster servers”.
If you are installing drive enclosures in a rack cabinet, go to “Installing drive
enclosures in a rack cabinet” on page 11. Otherwise, go to “Chapter 2. Connecting
the FAStT700 Storage Server” on page 13.
Installing hardware for cluster servers
If the Fibre Channel network environment into which you are installing the storage
subsystem is configured for cluster servers, you must install two host bus adapters
per cluster node. Figure 6 on page 10 shows Fibre Channel connections using a
dual-path configuration for fully redundant environments.
(one or more)
Running the
client software
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Note: The interlink is used as the clustering heartbeat path.
Interlink
Node A
Host adapters
Node A
Host adapters
Mini hub
1
Storage
subsystem
controllers
Mini hub
Interlink
2
Node B
Host adapters
Fibre Channel
connection
(direct)
Storage subsystem
Node B
Host adapters
Fibre Channel
connection
(dual path)
Switch
Mini hub
1
Storage
subsystem
controllers
Mini hub
2
Switch
Storage subsystem
Figure 6. Installing host adapters in storage subsystems on a Fibre Channel network
Before you install the host adapters, note the following about the cluster server
Fibre Channel network environment:
v When using a dual-path configuration, each node has two paths to the storage
server providing greater redundancy protection if a connection problem occurs.
Install two single-channel host adapters in each node.
v Use the correct host adapter device driver. Refer to the FAStT Storage Manager
Installation Guide that is appropriate for your operating system and refer to the
10 IBM
®
TotalStorage™FAStT700 Fibre Channel Storage Server: Installation Guide
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