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G15 & G15+ RAID Systems
15-bay Rackmount and Tower Enclosures
Installation Guide
May 31, 2002 • Revision A
Patent Pending
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II
Copyright
Copyright 2000, 2001 by JMR Electronics, Inc. All Rights Reserved. No part of this publication may be
reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language, in any form or
by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the express written
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Sales and Ordering Information
JMR Electronics, Inc.
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Phone: 818-993-4801
Fax: 818-993-9173
Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., Pacific Standard Time
European Corporate Headquarters
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Phone: + 44-118-973-6018
Fax: + 44-118-973-7191
E-Mail: Iain@jmr.com
Internet: http://www.jmr.com
Trademarks
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brand names are the property of their respective holders.
Changes
The material in this document is for information only and is subject to change without notice. JMR Electronics,
Inc. reserves the right to make changes to this manual and the equipment described herein without notice. JMR
has made all reasonable efforts to ensure that the information in this manual is accurate and complete. However,
JMR shall not be liable for any technical or editorial errors or omissions made herein or for incidental, special,
or consequential damage of whatsoever nature resulting from the furnishing of this manual, or operation and
performance of equipment with this manual.
Disclaimer
The original product packaging has been tested and is safe under normal shipping circumstances. Reshipping
the product without using the original product packaging will void the warranty. Do not ship the unit with
canisters or power supplies installed as this will void the warranty and could cause damage to the unit and drives.
The canisters should be packaged separately within the product packaging as provided.
FCC Information
The FORTRAequipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy. If the FORTRAArray is
not installed and used properly (that is, in strict compliance with these instructions), it may cause interference to
radio and television reception.
The FORTRAequipment and its contents are designed to comply with the limits for a Class A computing
device in accordance with the specifications in Part 15 of FCC rules. These rules are designed to provide
reasonable protection against radio interference in a commercial installation. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is
likely to cause interference, in which case the user, at his own expense, will be required to take whatever
measures are necessary to correct the interference.
Y ou may find the FCC booklet, How to Identify and Resolve Radio Interference Problems, helpful. This booklet
is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402. Stock #004-000-00345-4.
Printed in the USA
Part Number PUB-00281
Revision A, May, 2002 SCS
Patent Pending
WARNING: Changes or modifications, not expressly approved by the
manufacturer, could void the user's authority to use the equipment.
WARNUNG: Nicht ausdrücklich durch den Hersteller genehmigte Änderungen
oder Modifikationen können die Erlaubnis Zur benutzung der Produkte
gefährden.
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Table of Contents
1. Introduction
FORTRAProduct Family Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1
FORTRA
Force4G15 RAID System Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2
FORTRA
Force4G15+ RAID System Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2
Rackmount Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2
Tower Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3
Fibre Channel Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3
Loop Expansion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3
Loop Bypass and Clock Timing Circuit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3
SFP CONNECTOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3
Dual Loops (A & B) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3
ID Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-4
SES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-4
2. Hardware Specification
Environmental Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1
Electrical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1
Agency Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1
Packaging Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1
Disclaimer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2
Thermal Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2
Rotation Vibration Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2
Fault Indication Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2
Fault Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2
Audible Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2
SYS-FLT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3
3. Device Installation
SCA Connection and Hot-Swapping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1
Canister Removal/Insertion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1
Drive Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-2
4. Fibre Channel JBOD Setup
Slot Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1
Setting ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2
1G Option Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3
ID Conflict . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3
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Option Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-4
Delayed Start Option Jumper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-4
Remote Start Option Jumper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-4
Front Status LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-4
External I/O Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5
CH-A and CH-B (Top) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5
CH-A and CH-B (Bottom) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5
System/SES Fault LED & Audible Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5
Mute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-6
SYS Activity LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-6
Loop Expansion (daisy chaining) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-6
SES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-6
5. Blower Operation
Blower Removal/Insertion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-1
Blower Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-2
6. Power Supply Operation
Power Supply Removal/Insertion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-1
Low Power Mode (Standby Power) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-2
Power Supply Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-2
7. FR15 Cabinet Installation
Rail Mounting Kit Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-2
Spare Hardware Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-2
Rail Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-2
8. SES Operation
9. Installing the Intel PCI RAID Controller
Installing the PCI Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-1
Configuring RAID Sets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-1
10. Product Support
US Corporate Headquarters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-1
Manual Changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-1
Appendix A. Drive and Controller Manufacturers
Drive Manufacturers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-1
RAID Controller Manufacturers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-1
Host Bus Adapter Manufacturers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-2
IV
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G15 & G15+ RAID Systems are prepackaged 2G Fibre
to 2G Fibre RAID solutions designed to be used with the included Intel PCI Dual
2G Fibre Channel host controller to provide a high-end RAID system solution.
The following is a summary of the FORTRA
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Systems features:
• The FORTRA
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G15 RAID Systems Tower enclosure supports
up to fifteen 3.5" LP SCA 40-pin SCA drives. This 2G Fibre Channel
enclosure has dual ports (A & B) and has additional connections on each
port for loop expansion. The G15 RAID System comes with the Intel PCI
Dual 2G Fibre Channel RAID Controller.
• The FORTRA
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G15 & G15+ RAID System Rackmount
enclosures are 19" wide, 3U (5-1/4") high rackmount enclosures that
supports up to fifteen 3.5" LP SCA 40-pin SCA drives. All other features
are the same as the FORTRA
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G15 RAID System Tower.
FORTRAProduct Family Features
FORTRAand StorBladeTMare families of high-end RAID Systems
enclosures. The following table shows the features of the FORTRA
and
StorBlade
TM
products:
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1. Introduction
2-bay
4-bay
1,3
6-bay
*1,3
8-bay110-bay
*1,2
12-bay
15-bay
*1,3
StorBlade
Number of Device Bays 2 4 6 8 10 12 15 4
Number of Blowers 1 1 1 or 2 2 2 2 2 2
Number of Power Supplies 1 1 1 or 2 2 2 2 2 1 or 2
Number of I/O Channels (SCSI Only) 1 1 2 2 2 2 2
SCSI SE/LVD Supported
2 2 2 2 2 2 2
Fibre Channel Supported
2 2 2 2 2 2
Hot-Swap Canisters
2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
Removable Power Supplies
2 2 2 2 2 2 2
Fibre only
Removable Blowers
2 2 2 2 2 2 2
Fibre Only
N+1 Power Supplies
2 2 2 2 2
Fibre only
N+1 Blowers
2 2 2 2 2 2
MIA Support (FC Only)
2 2 2 2
Loop Expansion Support (FC Only)
2 2 2 2 2 2
Daisy Chainable (SCSI Only)
2 2 2 2 2 2
Built-in Termination (SCSI Only)
2 2 2 2
Auto Termination (SCSI Only)
2 2 2 2
SAF-TE/SES Ready (Optional)
2 2 2 2
Fibre only
SAF-TE/SES Compatible
2 2 2 2
Fibre only
SCSI to SCSI RAID Support
2 2 2 2
Fibre to SCSI RAID Support
2 2
Fibre to Fibre RAID Support
2 2 2
Fibre to ATA RAID Support
2
SCSI to ATA RAID Support
2
(D)esktop/(T)ower/(R)ackmount D D DTR T TR R TR R
* 6/10/15-bay unit features apply to both Tower and Rackmount models
1 Features are based on a standard configuration with no internal host controller(s) installed
2 Fibre channel 10/15-bay enclosures have built-in SES
3 Fibre Channel 2Gb Model available. 2Gb models use SFP transceivers.
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products use advanced mid-plane technology developed by
JMR, which allows power supplies, drives, and all other enclosure components to
interface into a single board. This provides superior performance and easy
connectivity.
The host interface supports a SFP (Small Formfactor Plug) Fibre Channel
transceiver at 2Gb/s.
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G15 & G15+ RAID Systems Fibre enclosures have builtin SES on the personality card that allows control and monitoring of some
enclosure components using SES commands through the host.
FORTRA
Force
4
G15 RAID System Components
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G15 RAID System contains the following components:
One - Fortra
15-bay Rackmount or Tower Enclosure
One - Intel 2G PCI Fibre RAID Controller
Fifteen - Seagate 73G HDDs
Two - 2G Copper Fibre Cables (HSSDC to HSSDC2)
FORTRA
Force
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G15+ RAID System Components
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G15+ RAID System contains the following components:
Two - Fortra
15-bay Rackmount Enclosures
One - Intel 2G PCI Fibre RAID Controller
Thirty - Seagate 36G or 73G HDDs
Two - 2G Copper Fibre Cables (HSSDC to HSSDC2)
Rackmount Specifications
Dimensions/Weight
Unit Weight 40 lbs. (18.2kg)
Height 5-1/4" (3U) (133mm)
Width 19" (483mm)
Depth 23" (584mm)
Power Supply (Each power supply includes internal cooling fan)
Quantity: 2
Power: 430 Watts each (N+1) Power Factor Correction
Input: 100-260 VAC; 50-60Hz
Output: +5V @ 35A
+12V @ 30A
Blower
Quantity: 4 (2 per cannister)
Size: 97mm (3.82") each
Air Flow: 25.42CFM (0.72m3/min) each
Noise: 52dB(A)
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Tower Specifications
Dimensions/Weight
Unit Weight 43 lbs. (19.5kg)
Height 20-1/2" (521mm)
Width 9-5/8" (235mm)
Depth 24" (610mm)
Power Supply (Each power supply includes internal cooling fan)
Quantity: 2
Power: 430 Watts each (N+1) Power Factor Correction
Input: 100-260 VAC; 50-60Hz
Output: +5V @ 35A
+12V @ 30A
Blower
Quantity: 4 (2 per cannister)
Size: 97mm (3.82") each
Air Flow: 25.42CFM (0.72m3/min) each
Noise: 52dB(A)
Fibre Channel Features
Loop Expansion
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G15 and G15+ 2Gb/s Fibre Channel enclosures include a
loop expansion I/O connector on each port. This allows the connection to other
Fibre Channel enclosures, switches, servers, hubs, and other Fibre devices.
Loop Bypass and Clock Timing Circuit
Each port (A & B) includes a loop bypass circuit that monitors each slot for a loop
connection. It has two modes of operation: NORMAL and BYPASS. In
NORMAL mode, the device is connected to the loop. In BYPASS mode, the
device is either absent or non-functional and data bypasses to the next available
device until the correct device is located.
The unit also has a built-in clock recovery circuit that adjusts the timing for any
input or output that is going through the enclosure.
SFP CONNECTOR
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G15 and G15+ 2Gb/s Fibre Channel enclosures use
Small Formfactor Plugs (SFP) as the Fibre I/O ports.
Dual Loops (A & B)
A single loop is required for unit operation however both loops can be used to
connect to different hosts, dual host adapters, and other devices, for flexible and
even redundant configurations. For specific connection and installation
information, refer to Chapter 4
.
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ID Selection
0-127 device ID addresses are addressable and can be easily set-up via ID rotary
switches located on the personality modules. For specific connection and
installation information, refer to Chapter 4
.
SES
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G15 and G15+ 2Gb/s fibre channel enclosures have a built-
in SES processor on the personality card. See Chapter 8
for SES information.
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G15
Tower and G15+ Rackmount or Tower enclosures.
Environmental Specifications
Operating Temperature: 5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F)
Storage Temperature: 0°C to 65°C (32°F to 149°F)
The maximum recommended ambient temperature depends on the
recommendation of the manufacturer for the devices being installed.
Electrical Specifications
AC Inlet Type: IEC320/EN60320
Power Cord: NEMA5-15P
Power Supply: Auto-switching for 110/220V operation
Agency Compliance
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G15 and G15+ enclosures have been designed and built to
comply with the FCC Class A, UL, CSA/TUV, CE, and C-Tick standards. For
more information on FCC Class A compliances, see page 2.
Packaging Specifications
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G15 and G15+ packaging has been designed to be reusable
and recyclable. Drives may be installed and shipped in the canisters as long as
the canisters are not installed in the enclosure. Shipping the unit with canisters
and/or power supplies installed in the enclosure may cause damage to the
enclosure or to the drives and will void the warranty.
Packaging complies with ISTA (International Safe Transit Association) standards
and has been ISTA certified.
Each canister is pre-packaged in an anti-static bag. Do not throw the packaging
away if the product is intended for re-shipping. When transporting or shipping a
JMR approved shipping container must be used.
SAFETY TIP: Reshipping the enclosure with canisters, drives, or power
supplies installed in the enclosure may cause damage to these
components and will void the warranty
SICHERHEITSHINWEIS: Der Versand des Gehäuses mit eingebauten
Einschüben, Platten und Netzteilen kann zur Beschädigung dieser
Komponenten führen und somit den Garantieanspruch gefährden.
2. Hardware Specification
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Disclaimer
The original product packaging has been tested and is safe under normal shipping
circumstances. Reshipping the product without using the original product
packaging will void the warranty. Do not ship the unit with canisters and/or
power supplies installed in the enclosure as this will void the warranty and could
cause damage to the unit and drives. The canisters should be packaged separately
within the product packaging, as provided.
Thermal Specifications
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G15 and G15+ enclosures have been designed to meet the
air-flow/cooling requirements for popular 7,200, 10,000, and 15,000 RPM disk
drives. Using high performance blowers, air is pulled in from all open vents and
exhausted out the back of the unit.
Rotation Vibration Specifications
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G15 and G15+ enclosures have been designed to meet the
rotation vibration/shock requirements for popular 7,200, 10,000, and 15,000 RPM
disk drives.
Fault Indication Features
This section reviews the indicators that will notify the user of a power supply or
blower that is in a fault state. More information is available in Chapter 5
(blowers) and Chapter 6 (power supply).
Fault Indicators
On a blower fault, all the front status LEDs will blink 'Red'. The blower LED on
the back of the unit will light red and an audible alert will sound.
On a power supply fault, all the front status LEDs will also blink 'Red'. The
power supply fault LED will light and an audible alert will sound. The audible
alert can be turned off through SES.
Audible Alert
There are three audible enclosure alerts that are controlled through the SES
processor:
Two beeps indicate a temperature issue.
Three beeps indicate a blower failure;
Five beeps indicate a power supply failure;
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SAFETY TIP: Reshipping the enclosure with canisters, drives, or power
supplies installed in the enclosure may cause damage to these
components and will void the warranty
SICHERHEITSHINWEIS: Der Versand des Gehäuses mit eingebauten
Einschüben, Platten und Netzteilen kann zur Beschädigung dieser
Komponenten führen und somit den Garantieanspruch gefährden.
SYS-FLT
The SYS-FLT LED on the back of the unit indicates an error on the SES bus. It
also indicates whether an active loop connection is established. If no loop
connections are established, the LED will light 'Red'.
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G15 and G15+ rackmount and tower enclosures.
SCA Connection and Hot-Swapping
The unit uses SCA-2, 40-pin connectors which provide a safe means of
connection/disconnection when hot-swapping devices. In order to hot-swap
devices, the host adapter or RAID controller and host operating software must
support the feature. Any SCA drive is capable of plugging directly into the
backplane of the unit and should not require any additional cabling or
connections.
Canister Removal/Insertion
1. The photo to the right shows the canister in a
locked position.
2. Pull the handle out to unlock the canister from the
FORTRA
unit. Ensure that the thumb is placed
below the line. Pressing the thumb against the
Status LED lens could break it. Notice that the
locking tab slides down as the handle is pulled
out.
3. Pull the canister straight out to remove. Ensure
that any installed devices are spun down before
full removal to prevent damage to the drive.
SAFETY TIP: After disengaging a device from the enclosure, allow 10 seconds
before pulling the canister out of the unit. This allows the device to
properly spin/shut down before transport.
SICHERHEITSHINWEIS: Nachdem ein Einschub vom Gehäuse wie in "Step
3" gezeigt gelöst wurde, warten Sie bitte ca. 10 Sekunden bevor der
Einschub ganz heraus gezogen wird Dies ermöglicht den Auslauf der
Festplatte bis zum vollständigen Stillstand der rotierenden Scheiben für
einen sicheren Transport.
3. Device Installation
Follow the steps in reverse to reinstall.
Drive Installation
Device mounting screws are included with the unit for device mounting. The
JMR part number for the #6-32" mounting screws is HDS-01906.
1. After removing the canister, place it on a static free surface along with the
device to be installed.
2. Place the device in the canister and mount it using the provided screws
(use 4 screws to mount the drive).
3. Replace the canister into the unit by following the steps for Removal of a
Device Canister but in reverse order.
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Device Mounting Holes (4)
Status Indicators
Handle
WARNING: Before device installation, alleviate any electro-static discharge by
touching a grounded metal assembly. Static can be potentially damaging
to enclosure components.
WARNUNG: Berühren Sie vor der Festplatteninstallation geerdete
Metallgegenstände, um elektro statische Aufladung abzuleiten. Statische
Aufladung kann elektronische Gehäusekomponenten schwer beschädigen.
WARNING: The #6-32 mounting screws that are provided have been specially
designed to fit the canisters. Do not install the device using any other
screws than the ones provided.
WARNUNG: Die mitgelieferten Befestigungsschrauben #6-32 wurden speziell
für die Einschübe angefertigt und zur Befestigung der Festplatte sollten
Sie keinesfalls andere als diese verwenden.
4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 until all devices are installed, then move onto
step 5 to complete unit setup and installation.
5. Configure ID and other options as required. See Chapter 4
for Fibre
Channel device setup.
6. Install and configure SES and other optional features. See Chapter 8
.
7. For rackmount units, refer to Chapter 7
to install the enclosure into a
cabinet.
8. Establish host connection. See Chapter 4
for Fibre Channel host
connection.
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G15 and G15+ have built-in SES on the personality card.
Refer to Chapter 8
for SES operation. Please take note of the installation
warnings below before beginning setup.
Slot Settings
The pictures to the right show the slot
numbering sequence and the default ID
settings. Default ID settings are based on both
ID rotary switches set to a value of 0.
WARNING: Take care when connecting the unit to an AC power source to
ensure that it is plugged-in to a circuit of the appropriate rating (110v or
220v). For safe operation, the circuit should have over-current protection
to prevent damage to the unit in the event of circuit overloading.
WARNUNG: Vergewissern Sie sich, daß die Netzspannung (220V / 110V)
korrekt eingestellt ist, bevor Sie das Gerät mit dem Stromnetz verbinden.
Zur Sicherheit sollte das Netz über einen Überspannungsschutz zur
Vermeidung von Schäden im Falle einer Überlast verfügen.
WARNING: When connecting the unit to an AC outlet or power strip, ensure
that the outlet has the proper connection for grounding. The AC power
cables included with the unit have three prongs, one of which is used for
the ground connection. Do not use a two prong AC cable with the unit
since this will not allow for proper unit grounding and could cause
problems with normal unit operation.
WARNUNG: Bei der Verbindung der Unit mit einer Steckdose oder einer
Verteilerdose sollten sie auf eine korrekte Erdung derselben achten. Die
mitgelieferten Kaltgeräteanschlußkabel habe 3 Kontakte, von denen
einer zur Erdung verwendet wird. Verwenden Sie kein Stromkabel mit 2
Anschlüssen, da dieses keine korrekte Erdung ermöglicht und Probleme
während des regulären Betriebs verursachen kann.
Slot 0, ID 0
Slot 1, ID 1
Slot 2, ID 2
Slot 3, ID 3
Slot 4, ID 4
Slot 5, ID 5
Slot 6, ID 6
Slot 7, ID 7
Slot 8, ID 8
Slot 9, ID 9
Slot 10, ID 10
Slot 11, ID11
Slot 12, ID 12
Slot 13, ID 13
Slot 14, ID 14
Slot 0, ID 0
Slot 1, ID 1
Slot 2, ID 2
Slot 3, ID 3
Slot 4, ID 4
Slot 5, ID 5
Slot 6, ID 6
Slot 7, ID 7
Slot 8, ID 8
Slot 9, ID 9
Slot 10, ID 10
Slot 11, ID11
Slot 12, ID 12
Slot 13, ID 13
Slot 14, ID 14
4. Fibre Channel JBOD Setup
Setting ID
Rotary switch settings only affect Slot 0 and all other slots are sequentially
increased by a value of one after that slot.
The ID is set
sequentially starting
from a base address.
The base address, or
starting address, is
set via a 0-7
position rotary
switch located on
the back of the unit.
There is a second 015 position rotary
switch which can be
changed to modify
the base address
setting. Both the top
and bottom
switches must be
set identically.
The default value
for both switches is
0.
The 0-7 switch is used to set the base address which is multiplied by 16, and the
0-15 switch is used to set the offset modifier to the base address. The formula for
setting the ID is: x(16)+y, where x is the 0-7 switch and y is the 0-15 switch.
Example: The 0-7 switch is set to 2, the 0-15 switch is set to 6. This sets the base
address to 38 (2*16=32, +6=38). So Slot 0 ID = 38, Slot 1 ID = 39, Slot 2 ID =
40, Slot 3 ID = 41, etc… up to Slot 14 ID = 52.
The table below provides the Slot 0 Starting (Base) Address Settings.
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0-7 ID Switch
(base address)
0-15 ID Switch
(base modifier)
0-7 ID Switch
(base address)
0-15 ID Switch
(base modifier)
1G Option Setting
By setting the rotary switch settings to “7” - “F”, the enclosure will operate in 1G
mode. Both the upper set of switches and lower set of switches must be set to the
same value. The drive ID’s will revert to the default value of 0-14 and can not be
changed. Therefore, if daisy chaining to another enclosure, care must be taken
not to use the same drive ID’s on the same loop.
ID Conflict
When two devices share the same ID, a conflict occurs. This should not happen
unless two or more enclosures are daisy chained together. If devices in one
enclosure conflict with devices in another enclosure, the devices will re-arbitrate
ID and resolve the conflict.
Option Settings
Two option settings are located on the mid-plane board. To access the jumpers,
the cover must be removed and the personality boards removed. The diagram
below shows the location of the option settings on the mid-plane board.
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0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
0 0 16 32 48 64 80 96 112
1 1 17 33 49 65 81 97 113
2 2 18 34 50 66 82 98 114
3 3 19 35 51 67 83 99 115
4 4 20 36 52 68 84 100 116
5 5 21 37 53 69 85 101 117
6 6 22 38 54 70 86 102 118
7 7 23 39 55 71 87 103 119
8 8 24 40 56 72 88 104 120
9 9 25 41 57 73 89 105 121
10 10 26 42 58 74 90 106 122
11 11 27 43 59 75 91 107 123
12 12 28 44 60 76 92 108 124
13 13 29 45 61 77 93 109 125
14 14 30 46 62 78 94 110 126
15 15 31 47 63 79 95 111 127
Delayed Start Option Jumper
Header W1 pins 1 & 2.
Jumper on = enabled.
Jumper off = disabled (default).
Remote Start Option Jumper
Header W1 pins 3 & 4.
Jumper on = enabled.
Jumper off = disabled (default).
Front Status LEDs
A status indicator is located on each canister. A 'Blue' light indicates normal drive
activity . A 'Red' light indicates a device fault. If all canisters display a 'Red' light
that is blinking on and off it indicates that there is a system fault. A system fault
is either a power supply or blower failure. Check the back of the unit to determine
which fault has occurred. Refer to Chapter 5
for blower fault indicator location
and to Chapter 6
for power supply fault indicator location.
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Status
Indicators
A blue light on a single canister
indicates device activity or busy.
A red light on a single canister
indicates a device fault.
WARNING: Before opening the cover, disconnect the AC power cord from
both AC inlets to prevent injury.
WARNUNG: Vor dem Entfernen der Abdeckung sind beide 220V Netzkabel
(Kaltgeräteanschlußkabel) zu entfernen, um Verletzungen zu vermeiden.
W1*
Delayed Start
& Remote Start
* Located on the mid-plane
board.
External I/O Connection
The external I/O connections are located on the personality card There are four
SFP tranceiver connectors accessible from the rear of the unit.
CH-A and CH-B (Top)
Input and output connections for Loop 1. These are SFP (2Gb/s) transceiver
connectors used to connect to a host system or to an expansion chassis.
CH-A and CH-B (Bottom)
Input and output connections for Loop 2. These are SFP (2Gb/s) transceiver
connectors used to connect to a host system or to an expansion chassis.
System/SES Fault LED & Audible Alert
This red LED will light along with a buzzer if a system fault occurs. A system
fault includes over temperature, power fault, or blower fault. The buzzer will
sound off with a sequence of beeps to indicate the fault that has occurred.
2 beeps = Temperature Fault
3 beeps = Blower Fault
5 beeps = Power Supply Fault
The light will stay on red if a fault occurs. During normal operation, the red light
will blink to notify that internal SES monitoring is working.
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Mute
Mute
CH-B
CH-A
0-7 ID
Switch
0-15 ID
Switch
0-15 ID
Switch
0-7 ID
Switch
CH-A
CH-B
SES-ACT
SES-ACT
SYS-
FAULT
SYS-
FAULT
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Mute
This is a push button used to silence the Audible Alarm.
SYS Activity LED
This is an LED for SES that will blink whenever there is activity between a host
SES unit and the JMR SES processor
Loop Expansion (daisy chaining)
To connect two JMR enclosures together on the same bus, the OUT port of the
first enclosure is connected to the IN port of the second enclosure.
SES
A built-in SES processor provides in-band bus management for the unit. Refer to
Chapter 8
for information about the SES processor.
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G15 and
G15+ units. Refer to Chapter 1 for blower specifications. The blowers are hot
swappable and can be removed or installed while the enclosure continues to
function, however, failure to replace a non-working blower within a reasonable
period of time may expose drives to extreme heat, which could cause loss of data.
The blowers are located on the back of the
unit and each has its own fault LED that will
light if the blower is non-operational.
Blower Removal/Insertion
The blower is designed to be easily installed and removed.
1. Unfasten the blower thumbscrew by
turning counterclockwise. A Philips
head screwdriver can be used if the
thumbscrew is too tight to turn by hand.
2. Remove the blower sled by pulling out
on the handle and grasping the side of
the blower tray. Wait for the blower to
stop completely before removing it
from the unit.
Reverse the steps to reinstall the blower.
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Fault LED
WARNING: To prevent injury when removing or installing the blower, do not
grab the bottom of the tray which is used for blower access intake. The
blower operates at high speeds and continues to spin for a short time
after power is disconnected.
WARNUNG: Um Verletzungen während der Entfernung oder Installation des
Gebläses zu vermeiden, berühren Sie nicht dessen Unterseite, da hier
der Lufteintritt erfolgt. Das Gebläse arbeitet mit hohen
Geschwindigkeiten und läuft nach Abschalten der Versorgungsspannung
noch einige Zeit nach.
WARNING: Blowers are a system critical component. Non-operating blowers
should be replaced as soon as possible to avoid data loss or device failure.
WARNUNG: Gebläse sind für die Funktion wichtige Komponenten. Nicht
funktionierende Gebläse sollten so schnell wie möglich ersetzt werden,
um Datenverluste oder Fehlfunktionen zu vermeiden.
5. Blower Operation
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User’s removing or installing a blower must be awarre of the
blower access hole. Contact with the access hole must be
avoided while the blower is running to prevent injury.
Blower Replacement
If the blower has stopped running or the fault LED indicator is lit, the blower may
need to be replaced. Before replacing, the connection should be checked to ensure
that the connector is firmly seated and that there is nothing blocking the blower
blades that could cause interference.
If a blower is believed to be in a nonfunctional state, please contact the place of
purchase for repair or replacement.
The JMR part number for a replacement blower is shown below. The assembly
includes the tray along with the blower.
Model JMR Part Number
15-bay SBA-05207
WARNING: Avoid direct contact with the blower intake access hole while the
blower is running. The blower operates at high speeds and can cause
injury.
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This chapter covers all operations of the power supplies. For operation, the AC
cord (included) must be connected to the AC Inlet on each supply, and the power
supply must be switched ON. The 'OK LED' will light to indicate the power
supply is functioning properly. If the power supply experiences a problem and
cannot operate within its normal specifications, the Fault LED will light and the
power supply will shut itself off.
The power supplies also have their own fan included to maintain proper cooling
within each supply and also provide some additional, but minimal airflow through
the rest of the enclosure.
Power Supply Removal/Insertion
Follow the following steps to either remove a power supply in a 10/15-bay unit.
1. Unfasten the power supply thumbscrew by
turning counterclockwise. A Philips head
screwdriver may be used if the thumbscrew is
too tight to turn by hand.
2. Remove by pulling out on the handle.
Reverse the steps to reinstall the power supply.
On/Off Switch
Fault LED
OK LED
Thumbscrew
Handle
AC Inlet
6. Power Supply Operation
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Low Power Mode (Standby Power)
When both power supplies are turned off, the unit will switch to low power or
standby mode and the power supply fans will continue to run. The unit blowers
will remain operational if a single power supply is turned off, not installed, or fails,
in order to maintain the proper low temperature within the unit. To stop the power
supply fans and turn the unit off completely, it must be disconnected from the AC
power source.
Power Supply Replacement
If the Power Supply Fault LED indicator is lit, the power supply may need to be
replaced. Before replacing, the power supply should be turned off, removed from
the enclosure, and reinstalled. The AC cable connection should be checked to
ensure that the connector is firmly seated and the power supply should be firmly
inserted with the thumbscrew tightly securing it. If the Fault LED indicator is still
coming on, then the power supply should be replaced.
If the fan in the power supply is not functioning but the power supply still works,
the power supply unit should be replaced as soon as possible. Leaving the power
supply running without the fan could cause the power supply to overheat and
shutdown at any time.
If you believe a power supply is in a nonfunctional state, please contact the place
of purchase for repair or replacement.
JMR part number for a replacement power supply is shown below. The assembly
includes the power supply installed in the canister.
Model JMR Part Number
15-bay PSS-00721
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SAFETY TIP: Both power supplies should be installed into the unit at all times
to maintain proper cooling and airflow within the enclosure. In the event
of a power supply failure, the faulty supply should be left in the enclosure
until a replacement power supply is available.
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This chapter covers the installation of the Rackmount enclosure into a standard
19" (483mm) wide and 30" (762mm) to 36" (914mm) deep cabinet that meets the
EMA/RETMA standards.
Before beginning rail installation, please take note of the following precautions:
NOTE: When installing the unit into a cabinet or closed environment, the
operating ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater
than the maximum recommended ambient temperature. Consideration
must be taken to meet the maximum recommended ambient temperature
(Tmra) for the best unit operation.
HINWEIS: Wenn das Gerät in einen Gehäuseschrank oder eine sonstige
geschlossene Umgebung verbaut wird, kann die Umgebungstemperatur
über die maximal zulässige Betriebstemperatur ansteigen. Maßnahmen
bzgl. der maximalen, empfohlenen Betriebstemperatur (Tmra) müssen
getroffen werden, um eine bestmögliche Funktion des Gerätes zu
gewährleisten.
WARNING: Ensure that the front and back of the unit are not blocked when
installing the unit into a cabinet or closed area. Blocking the front or
back of the unit can cause reduced air- flow that will compromise the
safe operating environment within the unit.
WARNUNG: Vergewissern Sie sich, daß das Gerät an Vorder- und Rückseite
nicht abgedeckt ist, wenn das Gerät in einem Gehäuseschrank oder
einer geschlossenen Umgebung verbaut wird. Abdeckung der Vorderund Rückseite kann verminderte Kühlung zur Folge haben und somit
sichere Betriebsbedingungen negativ beeinflussen.
WARNING: When loading the unit into a cabinet, ensure that a hazardous
condition is not achieved due to uneven mechanical loading. To prevent
injury, remove the power supplies and drives before loading, and reinstall them after the unit has been secured in the cabinet.
WARNUNG: Vermeiden Sie während des Einbaus des Gerätes in einen
Gehäuseschrank jegliche gefährliche Aktionen, selbst wenn diese nur
mechanischer Art sind. Um Verletzungen zu vermeiden, entfernen Sie
die Netzteile und Laufwerke vor der Montage und installieren Sie diese
erst erneut, wenn das Gerät im Gehäuseschrank gesichert
ist.Vergewissern Sie sich, daß das Gerät an Vorder- und Rückseite nicht
abgedeckt ist.
7. FR15 Cabinet Installation
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Rail Mounting Kit Hardware
• Ten #10-32 Screws
• Four each #8-32 Screws/Washers/Nuts
Spare Hardware Parts
Check with a JMR Sales Representative for pricing and availability of spare
hardware parts.
Description JMR Part Number
#10-32 Screw HDS-01580
#8-32 Screw HDS-00350
#8-32 Nut HDN-00040
#8-32 Washer HDW-00080
Rail Installation
A completed rail assembly without the unit uinstalled would look like this:
1. Affix the extension brackets to the main rail using the #8-32
screw/washer/nut assemblies. Adjust to the correct length for the cabinet
depth being used.
Two #1032 screws
Two #8-32 screw
assemblies
Two #10-32
screws
Cabinet/Unit
Front
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2. Affix the extension bracket to
the rear of the unit using two
#10-32 screws. There are 3
holes in the extension bracket
for mounting. Depending on the
hole pattern that is being used in
the cabinet, two holes should
always be available for securing
the extension bracket.
3. The fronts of the rails
have three holes. Two of
the holes (top and
bottom) are used to
secure the rail to the
cabinet. The middle
hole is used to secure the
enclosure to the rail and
cabinet. Secure the front
of each rail to the cabinet
vertical rails using two
#10-32 screws for each
rail.
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Extension Bracket
Two #10-32
screws to secure
rail to cabinet.
4. Slide the unit into the cabinet and secure it to the cabinet with a single
#10-32 screw on each side.
5. Snap the end cap over the screw on each side of the unit to finish the
installation.
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G15 and G15+ 2G Fibre channel
enclosures have a built-in SES processor designed to meet the SFF-8067
specification.
In order to communicate with the SES processor, at least one device must be
present in the enclosure.
8. SES Operation
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This chapter covers the installation of the Intel PCI RAID Controller that is
shipped with the FORTRA
Force4G15 and G15+ RAID Systems. The model
number of the PCI RAID Controller is ICP Vortex number GDT8522RZ (ICP
Vortex is a wholly owned subsidiary of Intel Corporation)
Installing the PCI Controller
To install the PCI Controller, perform the following steps:
1) Switch off the PCI computer and disconnect all cables. Ensure that
the power cord is removed first.
2) Following the instructions in the computer manual, open the case of
the PCI computer, so that you have easy access to the PCI expansion
slots.
3) Select a free 64 Bit PCI bus-master slot or 32 Bit PCI bus-master slot
and remove the metal bracket, following the instructions in your PCI
computer manual. It is essential that the ICP Controller is plugged
into a bus-master slot (it will NOT work in a slave or non-busmaster
slot).
4) Push the ICP Controller firmly into the correct PCI bus-master slot.
Make sure that the controller fits tightly into it, and that the external
connectors stick out of the computer case. Now, fix the ICP Controller
by tightening the screw of its bracket.
5) Reconnect the PCI computer systems covers, cables and lastly the
power cord.
6) Before powering up the PCI computer system, connect the Fibre
Channel cable/cables to the G4 sub-system. The cable to be used
should have a HSSDC connector at one end and a HSSDC2 connector
at the other end.
7) The PCI computer system is now ready to be powered up.
Configuring RAID Sets
To configure the RAID sets, refer to the ICP Vortex User Manual located on the
CD shipped with the FORTRA
Force4G15 and G15+ RAID Systems.
9. Installing the Intel
PCI RAID Controller
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For current information on this product, including updates to the manual and
technical support related issues, please contact the sales support section of our
web page at www.jmr.com, or you can contact our Technical Support division
directly at the address below.
US Corporate Headquarters
JMR Electronics, Inc.
ATTN: Technical Support Division
20400 Plummer St.
Chatsworth, CA 91311
Customer Support: (818) 739-1140
E-mail: techsupport@jmr
.com
Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., Pacific Standard Time
Internet: http://www
.jmr.com
Manual Changes
Revision A - Initial Release
10. Product Support
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Drive Manufacturers
Fujitsu
Internet Address: www
.fcpa.com
Hitachi
Internet Address: www
.hitachi.com
IBM (International Business Machines Corporation)
Internet Address: www
.ibm.com
Maxtor
Internet Address: www
.maxtor.com
Seagate Technology
Internet Address: www
.seagate.com
RAID Controller Manufacturers
Adaptec, Inc.
Internet Address: www
.adaptec.com
Chaparral Network Storage
Internet Address: www
.chaparralnet.com
Digi-Data Corporation
Internet Address: www
.digidata.com
Infortrend Corporation
Internet Address: www
.infortrend.com
Intel ICP VORTEX (Intelligent Computer Peripherals)
Internet Address: www
.icp-vortex.com
Mylex Corporation
Internet Address: www
.mylex.com
Silicon Image, CMD Storage Systems
Internet Address: www
.cmd.com
Appendix A. D
RIVE AND
C ONTROLLER
M
ANUFACTURERS
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Adaptec, Inc.
Internet Address: www
.adaptec.com
Antares Microsystems
Internet Address: www
.antares.com
Emulex Corporation
Internet Address: www
.emulex.com
JNI Corporation
Internet Address: www
.jni.com
QLogic Corp.
Internet Address: www
.qlogic.com
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