SGI InfiniteStorage IS2224 Installation and
Overview Guide
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The information in this document supports the SGI InfiniteStorage 2224 (IS2224) storage
system.
620J Storage Enclosure
Installation and Overview Guide
46129-00, Rev. A
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Document 46129-00, Rev. A. March 2010
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Contents
CHAPTER 1: PREPARING FOR AN INSTALLATION
Key Terms............................................................................................................................................................1-1
environmental services monitor (ESM)..............................................................................................1-1
storage array................................................................................................................................................1-2
storage enclosure ......................................................................................................................................1-2
Gathering Items ................................................................................................................................................1-2
Basic Hardware............................................................................................................................................1-2
Cables and Connectors ............................................................................................................................1-3
Tools and Other Items..............................................................................................................................1-3
Things to Know – Taking a Quick Glance at the Hardware ...............................................................1-4
CHAPTER 2: INSTALLING THE STORAGE ENCLOSURE
Things to Know – General Installation......................................................................................................2-1
Steps to Install – Storage Enclosure...........................................................................................................2-2
Steps to Install – Drives and Drive Canisters ..........................................................................................2-9
Things to Know – Connecting Power Cords........................................................................................2-10
Steps to Connect – Power Cords .............................................................................................................2-11
CHAPTER 3: CONNECTING THE STORAGE ENCLOSURE TO THE HOST
Key Terms............................................................................................................................................................3-1
drive channel...............................................................................................................................................3-1
Things to Know – Connecting the Storage Enclosure to a Host .....................................................3-2
Things to Know – Connecting the Storage Enclosure to Another Storage Enclosure ............3-2
Steps to Connect – Storage Enclosures with the Power Off.............................................................3-3
Steps to Connect – Storage Enclosure with the Power On...............................................................3-4
Things to Know – Basic Cabling Configurations ...................................................................................3-5
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CHAPTER 4: TURNING ON THE POWER AND CHECKING FOR PROBLEMS
Steps to Turn On – Power..............................................................................................................................4-1
Steps to Check for Problems – Storage Enclosure ...............................................................................4-2
LEDs on the Storage Enclosure.............................................................................................................4-3
ID Diagnostic Codes on the Seven-Segment Display...................................................................4-8
General Behavior of the LEDs ................................................................................................................4-9
Service Action LEDs................................................................................................................................ 4-11
APPENDIX A: ADDING A SECOND ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES MONITOR (ESM) CANISTER
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Preparing for an Installation
Use this document to install the 620J storage enclosure. If you are adding the storage
enclosure to an existing storage array, look at the profile for your storage array. The
profile shows information about the number of drives that are supported by your
storage array, such as the following:
• The number of drives that are currently attached to the host
• The number of drives that you are allowed to add to the host
Make sure that your storage array supports adding more drives.
ATTENTION Possible hardware damage – To prevent electrostatic discharge
damage to the storage enclosure, use proper antistatic protection
when handling the components.
Chapter 1
Navigational Aid
“Key Terms“Page 1-1
“Gathering Items“Page 1-2
“Things to Know – Taking a Quick Glance at the Hardware“Page 1-4
Key Terms
environmental services monitor (ESM)
A canister in the storage enclosure that monitors the status of the components. An ESM
also serves as the connection point to transfer data between the storage enclosure and
the host.
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storage array
A collection of both physical components and logical components for storing data.
Physical components include drives, controllers, fans, and power supplies. Logical
components include volume groups and volumes. These components are managed by
the storage management software.
storage enclosure
One enclosure with drives, one (or optionally, two) environmental services monitors
(ESMs), power supplies, and fans. A JBOD storage enclosure does not contain RAID
controllers.
Gathering Items
Before you start the installation, make sure that the hardware items and the software
items have been approved by the original manufacturer. If you need more information,
contact your Customer and Technical Support representative.
Basic Hardware
Basic Hardware and Tools Item
620J storage enclosure with end caps that are
packaged separately.
Mounting rails, clip nuts, and screws
The mounting rails that are available with the
storage enclosure are designed for an industrystandard cabinet.
Included with
the Storage
Enclosure
Optional
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Cables and Connectors
Included with
Item
Power cords
The power cords that are shipped with the storage
enclosure are for connection to an external power
source, such as a wall plug. Your cabinet might
have special power cords that you use instead of
the power cords that are shipped with the storage
enclosure.
SAS cables (for connections within the storage
array)
• Depending on your connection requirements,
you need to purchase additional cables or
cables of different lengths. Consult with your
system supplier.
the Storage
Enclosure
Not included
Tools and Other Items
• Labels – To help you to identify cable connections and to more easily trace cables
• A cart – To hold the storage enclosure and its components
• A Phillips screwdriver
• A flat-blade screwdriver
• Antistatic protection
• A flashlight
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Things to Know – Taking a Quick Glance at the
Hardware
ATTENTION Risk of equipment malfunction – To avoid exceeding the functional
and environmental limits, install only drives that have been approved
by your supplier. Drives might be shipped but not installed. System
integrators, resellers, system administrators, or users can install drives.
IMPORTANT Each storage enclosure in the storage array must have a minimum of
two drives for proper operation. If an enclosure has fewer than two
drives, a power supply error is reported.
Figure 1–1 620J Storage Enclosure – Front View
1 Left End Cap (has the storage enclosure LEDs)
2 Drive Canisters
3 Right End Cap
Figure 1–2 620J Storage Enclosure – Rear View
1 ESM A Canister
2 Host SFF-8088 Connector 1
3 Host SFF-8088 Connector 2
4 Seven Segment Display Indicators
5 Serial Connector
6 Ethernet Connector
7 Expansion Port SFF-8088 Connector
8 Power-Fan Canister
9 Power Connector
10 Power Switch
11 Blank ESM B Canister
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Installing the Storage Enclosure
Navigational Aid
“Things to Know – General Installation“Page 2-1
“Steps to Install – Storage Enclosure“Page 2-2
“Steps to Install – Drives and Drive Canisters“Page 2-9
“Things to Know – Connecting Power Cords“Page 2-10
“Steps to Connect – Power Cords“Page 2-11
Things to Know – General Installation
Chapter 2
IMPORTANT If you are installing the storage enclosure in a cabinet with other
enclosures, make sure that the combined power and weight
requirements of the storage enclosure and the other enclosures do not
exceed the capacity of your cabinet.
• Special site preparation is not required for this storage enclosure beyond what is
normally found in a computer environment.
• The power supplies meet standard voltage requirements for both domestic and
worldwide operation.
• If you are installing multiple storage enclosures within a cabinet, keep as much
weight as possible in the bottom half of the cabinet.
IMPORTANT After you install the storage enclosures, you might replace drives or
install additional drives. If you replace or add more than one drive
without powering down the storage enclosure, install the drives one at
a time. Wait 10 seconds after you insert each drive before inserting the
next one.
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ATTENTION Possible hardware damage – To prevent electrostatic discharge
damage to the storage enclosure, use proper antistatic protection
when handling storage enclosure components.
Steps to Install – Storage Enclosure
WARNING (W08) Risk of bodily injury –
Two persons are required to safely lift the component.
WARNING (W05) Risk of bodily injury – If the bottom half of the cabinet is empty,
do not install components in the top half of the cabinet. If the top half of
the cabinet is too heavy for the bottom half, the cabinet might fall and
cause bodily injury. Always install a component in the lowest available
position in the cabinet.
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This procedure describes how to install the mounting rails into an industry standard
cabinet.
1 Make sure that the cabinet is in the final location. Make sure that you meet the
clearance requirements shown in Figure 2–1.
Figure 2–1 Storage Enclosure Airflow and Clearance Requirements
1 76 cm (30 in.) clearance in front of the cabinet
2 61 cm (24 in.) clearance behind the cabinet
NOTE Fans pull air through the storage enclosure from front to back across the
drives.
2 Lower the feet on the cabinet to level it and to keep the cabinet from moving.
3 Remove the storage enclosure and all contents from the shipping carton.
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4 Position the mounting rails in the cabinet.
Figure 2–2 Positioning the Mounting Rails in the Cabinet
1 Mounting Rail
2 Existing Storage Enclosure
3 Clearance Above and Below the Existing Enclosure
4 Screws for Securing the Mounting Rail to the Cabinet (Front and Rear)
5 Industry Standard Cabinet
If you are installing the mounting rails above an existing storage enclosure,
position the mounting rails directly above the storage enclosure.
If you are installing the mounting rails below an existing storage enclosure,
allow 8.8-cm (3.5-in.) vertical clearance for a storage enclosure.
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