QNAP ES1686dc-2142IT-128G User Manual

ES1686dc
User Guide
Document Version: 3 09/07/2019
ES1686dc User Guide

Contents

1. Preface
About This Guide.......................................................................................................................................... 3
Audience.......................................................................................................................................................3
Document Conventions................................................................................................................................ 3
2. Product Overview
Front Panel...............................................................................................................................................8
Front Panel Buttons..................................................................................................................................8
Front Panel LEDs..................................................................................................................................... 9
Front Panel OLED Display..................................................................................................................... 10
Rear Panel..............................................................................................................................................13
Rear Panel LEDs....................................................................................................................................15
Storage Controller Power Button............................................................................................................17
Reset Button...........................................................................................................................................17
Battery Backup Unit................................................................................................................................17
System Board.........................................................................................................................................18
Drive Numbering.....................................................................................................................................18
M.2 Drive Numbering..............................................................................................................................19
3. Installation and Configuration
Hardware Installation.................................................................................................................................. 21
Removing a Storage Controller.............................................................................................................. 21
Installing a Storage Controller................................................................................................................ 22
Drive Installation.....................................................................................................................................23
Installing Expansion Cards.....................................................................................................................30
Replacing Memory Modules...................................................................................................................33
Replacing the Fan Module......................................................................................................................35
Hot-swapping Redundant Power Supply Units.......................................................................................36
Replacing the Battery Backup Unit.........................................................................................................37
Expansion Unit Installation..................................................................................................................... 38
QES Installation.......................................................................................................................................... 45
Installing QES Using a Static IP Address...............................................................................................46
Installing QES Using a Dynamic IP Address..........................................................................................47
Installing QES Using Manual Setup....................................................................................................... 48
Service Port Configuration..........................................................................................................................49
Storage Controller Service Port..............................................................................................................50
Expansion Unit Service Port...................................................................................................................51
Management Port Configuration.................................................................................................................52
Multipath I/O Network Configuration...........................................................................................................53
4. Troubleshooting
Forcing Qfinder Pro to Locate the NAS...................................................................................................... 55
Hot-swapping Failed Drives........................................................................................................................55
Support and Other Resources.................................................................................................................... 56
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5. Glossary
6. Notices
Limited Warranty.........................................................................................................................................58
Disclaimer................................................................................................................................................... 58
BSMI Notice................................................................................................................................................58
CE Notice....................................................................................................................................................59
FCC Notice................................................................................................................................................. 59
SJ/T 11364-2006.........................................................................................................................................59
VCCI Notice................................................................................................................................................ 60
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ES1686dc User Guide

1. Preface

About This Guide

This guide provides information on the QNAP ES1686dc NAS and step-by-step instructions on installing the hardware. It also provides instructions on basic operations and troubleshooting information.

Audience

This document is intended for storage administrators. This guide assumes that the user is knowledgeable and qualified to install, maintain, and troubleshoot issues involving servers, server components, and storage systems. This guide also assumes that the user is trained to recognize hazards, including the appropriate actions the user needs to take to prevent personal injury and damage to data and property.

Document Conventions

Symbol Description
Notes provide default configuration settings and other supplementary information.
Important notes provide information on required configuration settings and other critical information.
Tips provide recommendations or alternative methods of performing tasks or configuring settings.
Warnings provide information that, when ignored, may result in potential loss, injury, or even death.
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2. Product Overview

This chapter provides basic information about the QNAP ES1686dc NAS.

About the ES1686dc

The ES1686dc is designed to deliver a scalable platform for enterprise-level solutions. It is equipped with a powerful multi-core processor, AES-NI hardware encryption engine, and both USB 3.0 and 10GbE ports, allowing it to deliver optimal performance for enterprise users. The ES1686dc supports up to 16 storage drives. This number can be increased by attaching multiple expansion units. It has M.2 drive support and redundant storage controllers and power supplies to provide the necessary reliability, serviceability, and read/ write speeds.

Hardware Specifications

Warning
If your QNAP product has hardware defects, return the product to QNAP or a QNAP­authorized service center for maintenance or replacement. Any attempt to repair or perform maintenance procedures on the product by you or an unauthorized third-party invalidates the warranty. QNAP is not responsible for any damage or data loss caused by unauthorized modifications and installation of unsupported third-party applications. For details, see the QNAP Warranty Terms and Conditions.
Ordering P/N CPU Memory Power supply
ES1686dc-2123IT-64G
ES1686dc-2145NT-96G
ES1686dc-2145NT-128G
Component ES1686dc-2123IT-64G
Processor
CPU
Frequency 4-core/8-thread 2.2 GHz base/3.0
Architecture x86 64-bit
Encryption engine AES-256
Memory
Intel® Xeon™ D-2123IT
Intel® Xeon™ D-2145NT
Intel® Xeon™ D-2145NT
Intel® Xeon™ D-2123IT Intel® Xeon™ D-2145NT
GHz turbo
64 GB (32 GB per controller)
96 GB (48 GB per controller)
128 GB (64 GB per controller)
Redundant
Redundant
Redundant
ES1686dc-2145NT-96G
ES1686dc-2145NT-128G
8-core/16-thread 1.9 GHz base/3.0 GHz turbo
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Component ES1686dc-2123IT-64G
ES1686dc-2145NT-96G
ES1686dc-2145NT-128G
Memory slots 8 x DDR4 RDIMM or LRDIMM slots per controller
Important
Use only QNAP memory modules to maintain system performance and stability. For NAS devices with more than one memory slot, use QNAP modules with identical specifications. Using unsupported modules may degrade performance, cause errors, or prevent the operating system from starting. You can only use one type of dual in-line memory module (DIMM) at a time. Do not use registered DIMM (RDIMM) with load-reduction DIMM (LRDIMM) memory.
Maximum memory 512 GB RAM: 8 x 64 GB
Flash memory 4 GB (dual boot OS protection)
Cache for Copy-to-Flash 64 GB per controller
Storage
Drive bays 16 x 3.5-inch SAS 12 Gbps
Note
The interface is backward compatible to SAS 6 Gbps.
Drive compatibility • 3.5-inch SATA hard disk drives
• 3.5-inch SAS hard disk drives
• 2.5-inch SATA hard disk drives
• 2.5-inch SATA solid-state drives
• 2.5-inch SAS hard disk drives
• 2.5-inch SAS solid-state drives
Tip
For the list of compatible drive models, go to https://
www.qnap.com/compatibility.
M.2 SSD slots 2 x M.2 SSD slots per controller
Note
These slots support SATA 6 Gbps and PCIe Gen 3 x4 NVMe SSDs.
M.2 SSD form factor 2280
SSD cache acceleration support • 3.5-inch drive bays 1 to 16
• M.2 SSD slots 1 to 2
• Optional: M.2 SSD slots on an M.2 SSD expansion card
Network
10 Gigabit Ethernet ports 4 x 10GbE SFP+ ports per controller
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Component ES1686dc-2123IT-64G
Gigabit Ethernet ports 3 x GbE RJ45 ports per controller
External I/O Ports & Expansion Slots
PCIe slots 2 x PCIe 3.0 x8 slots per controller
Tip
For the list of compatible expansion cards, go to
https://www.qnap.com/compatibility.
USB ports 2 x USB 3.0 Type-A ports per controller
Interface
Buttons NAS
• Power
Storage Controllers
• Power
• Reset
Dimensions
Form factor 3U Rackmount
Dimensions (H x W x D) 132 x 483.05 x 630.62 mm
(5.20 x 19.02 x 24.83 in)
Net weight 25.83 kg (56.95 lbs)
Others
Rail compatibility RAIL-E02
ES1686dc-2145NT-96G
ES1686dc-2145NT-128G
Note
Information on rail kit installation can be found in the installation guide included in the rail kit package.
Power supply unit 2 x 770W, 90-264V AC, 50/60 Hz
System battery CR2032 lithium battery (3V, 225 mAh)
Warning
To avoid potential battery explosion, causing injury or damage to components, ensure that you replace the existing battery with a battery of the same type.
Important
Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations or the instructions of the battery manufacturer.
Hot-swappable battery backup unit 2 x 10.8V, 2200 mAh
Sound level 55.8 db(A)
Note
The sound level was tested at a bystander position, which is within one meter of the NAS. The test NAS operated at low speed with the maximum number of drives installed.
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Component ES1686dc-2123IT-64G
Hot-swappable fan module System: 60 x 60 x 38 mm, 12V DC
Warning
To avoid potential injury or damage to components, do not touch the fans while the NAS is connected to a power source. To ensure proper cooling, replacement of the fan should be completed within 10 seconds.
Operating temperature 0˚C to 40˚C (32˚F to 104˚F)
Relative humidity • Non-condensing relative humidity: 5% to 95%
• Wet-bulb temperature: 27˚C (80.6˚F)
Tip
Model specifications are subject to change without prior notice. To see the latest specifications, go to https://www.qnap.com.
ES1686dc-2145NT-96G
ES1686dc-2145NT-128G

Package Contents

Item Quantity
ES1686dc NAS 1
Power cord 2
Ethernet cable 6
Screws for 2.5-inch drives 64
Screws for 3.5-inch drives 64
Screws for M.2 SSDs 4
RAIL-E02 rail kit 1
Quick Installation Guide (QIG) 1

Components

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Front Panel

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No. Component No. Component
1 OLED display 4 Drive status LED
2 System power LED 5 Drive activity LED
3 Status LED - -

Front Panel Buttons

Note
Pull the panel cover to access the front panel buttons.
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No. Component No. Component
1 OLED button 2 Power button
Operation User Action Result
Power on NAS Press the power button. • Both storage controllers power on.
• All storage and management services are disabled.
Tip
• System startup takes 10 to 15 minutes, depending on the number of installed drives and connected devices. Check the rear panel LEDs to determine the startup status. For details, see Rear Panel LEDs.
• This button can only be used to power on the two storage controllers. Use the respective rear panel storage controller power button to power off the storage controllers. For details, see Storage
Controller Power Button.
Power on OLED
Press the OLED button. The OLED display powers on.
display
Power off OLED
Press the OLED button. The OLED display powers off.
display

Front Panel LEDs

The front panel LEDs indicate system status and related information when the NAS is powered on. The following LED information applies only when the drive is correctly installed and when the NAS is connected to the network.
For details on the location of the LEDs, see Front Panel.
LED Status Description
System power Blue System powered on
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LED Status Description
System status Green System operating normally
Red • System errors or warnings (e.g. degraded RAID mode,
memory failure, fan/power supply failure, system/disk temperature too high, storage pool reaching threshold value) were detected. Refer to the QES User Guide for details.
• The system is performing takeover. The dual active­active controller system enables a single controller to take over the pool disk resources owned by the other controller in the event of a controller failure. Takeovers can be initiated manually or be set up with the automatic system failover protection. For more information, refer to the QES user guide.
• Power supply unit unplugged
Drive status Green Drive can be accessed
Flashing green slowly The QES Storage Manager Locate command is enabled
and is identifying the drive
Red Drive read/write error
Off Drive not installed
Drive activity Flashing green continuously
No drive activity
or slowly
Flashing green High activity on drive or drive being configured as part of
an array
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Front Panel OLED Display

The OLED display displays the status of the storage controllers and main components.
For details on the location of the OLED display, see Front Panel.
Icon name Icon Description
Controller power status
• On: Both controllers are powered on
• Flashing: Both controllers are booting
• On: Only controller A is powered on
• Flashing: Controller A is booting
• On: Only controller B is powered on
• Flashing: Controller B is booting
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Icon name Icon Description
Controller fan status • On: The fan modules of both controllers are operating
normally
• Flashing: The fan modules of both controllers are operating incorrectly or are not installed
If both controllers are installed:
• Flashing: The fan module in controller A is operating incorrectly or is not installed
If only controller A is installed:
• On: The fan module in controller A is operating normally
• Flashing: The fan module in controller A is operating incorrectly or is not installed
If both controllers are installed:
• Flashing: The fan module in controller B is operating incorrectly or is not installed
If only controller B is installed:
• On: The fan module in controller B is operating normally
• Flashing: The fan module in controller B is operating incorrectly or is not installed
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Icon name Icon Description
Controller battery backup unit
• On: The BBUs of both controllers are operating normally
• Flashing: The BBUs of both controllers are operating incorrectly
• Highlighted: The BBUs of both controllers are charging
• Off: The BBUs of both controllers are not detected
If both controllers are powered on:
• Flashing: The BBU in controller A is operating incorrectly or is not detected
• Highlighted: The BBU in controller A is charging
If only controller A is powered on:
• On: The BBU in controller A is operating normally
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• Flashing: The BBU in controller A is operating incorrectly or is not detected
• Highlighted: The BBU in controller A is charging
If both controllers are powered on:
• Flashing: The BBU in controller B is operating incorrectly or is not detected
• Highlighted: The BBU in controller B is charging
If only controller B powered on:
• On: The BBU in controller B is operating normally
• Flashing: The BBU in controller B is operating incorrectly or is not detected
• Highlighted: The BBU in controller B is charging
High availability status • On: In active state
• Flashing: Performing takeover or undergoing giveback
Highlighted: Controller A is in takeover state
Highlighted: Controller B is in takeover state
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Icon name Icon Description
Two-digit display The two-digit display shows the booting status of each
storage controller. The left digit is controller A, and right is controller B.
No Display: BIOS booting
1: Detecting device
2: Applying network settings
3: Applying system settings
4: Service starting
5: System self-testing
8: System initializing
0: System ready

Rear Panel

Tip
To view the full list of system components and their status, open High Availability in QES.
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No. Component No. Component
1 Power supply unit 9 Battery backup unit
2 Ethernet port 6 (10GbE SFP+) 10 Power button
3 Ethernet port 4 (10GbE SFP+) 11 Service port
4 Ethernet port 2 (GbE RJ45) 12 Ethernet port 5 (10GbE SFP+)
5 Ethernet port 1 (GbE RJ45, management
13 Ethernet port 7 (10GbE SFP+)
port)
6 Reset button 14 PCIe 3.0 x8 slot 1
7 USB 3.0 Type-A ports 15 PCIe 3.0 x8 slot 2
8 Ethernet port 3 (GbE RJ45) - -
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Rear Panel LEDs

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No. Component No. Component
1 Power supply LED 6 Battery backup unit status LED
2 Battery backup unit LED 7 Fan status LED
3 Gigabit Ethernet LED (port speed) 8 Status LED
4 Gigabit Ethernet LED (port activity) 9 10 Gigabit Ethernet LED (port activity)
5 High availability LED 10 10 Gigabit Ethernet LED (port speed)
The following LED information applies only when the drive is correctly installed and when the NAS is connected to the network.
LED Status Description
Power supply
Green • Powered on
unit
• Power supply functioning normally
Flashing green System powering off
Orange AC power cord unplugged or malfunctioning
Off One or more of the following conditions exist:
• AC power unavailable
• Power supply failed
Battery backup unit
Green Functioning normally
Red Malfunctioning
Orange Charging or learning
Off Not correctly attached to the ES1686dc
Status Green System operating normally
Flashing green System booting
Off System powered off
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LED Status Description
Fan Green Functioning normally
Orange Malfunctioning
Off Fans not detected
Battery backup unit status
Green Functioning normally
Orange Writing buffer for Copy-to-Flash
For details, see Battery Backup Unit.
Off One or more of the following conditions exist:
• Storage controller is powered off
• System cannot detect battery backup unit
High availability Green Active State
Flashing orange One of the following:
• Performing takeover: The dual active-active controller system enables a controller to take over the pool disk resources and access the data upon the failure of the other controller. Takeovers can be initiated manually or be set up with the automatic system failover protection. For more details, refer to the QES user guide.
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10 Gigabit Ethernet port speed
10 Gigabit Ethernet port activity
1 Gigabit Ethernet port activity
1 Gigabit Ethernet port speed
• Undergoing giveback: One of the storage controllers has taken over the system. The other storage controller has resumed operations and is ready to resume data service. Giveback can be initiated manually or be set up with automatic failback after system recovers. For more details, refer to the QES user guide.
Orange Storage controller has taken over from the other storage
controller
Off One or more of the following conditions exist:
• Storage controller failed
• Storage controller is powered off
Green 10GbE connection
Orange 1GbE connection
Off 100 Mbps connection
Green Network link active
Flashing green Network link active
Off No network link
Green Network link established
Flashing green Network link active
Off No network link
Green 1GbE connection
Orange 100 Mbps connection
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Storage Controller Power Button

Operation User Action Result
Power on Press the button once. The storage controller powers on.
Power off Press and hold the button for 5 seconds. The storage controller powers off.
Force power off Press and hold the button for 10 seconds. The storage controller shuts down.
Warning
Use this method only when the storage controller is unresponsive. This action may result in data loss.

Reset Button

Operation User Action Result
Basic system reset Press and hold the
button for 3 seconds.
The following settings are set to default values.
• System administrator password: admin
Advanced system reset
Press and hold the button for 10 seconds.
• TCP/IP configuration:
• IP address settings: Automatically obtained via DHCP
• Jumbo frames: Disabled
• Port trunking mode: Failover (multi-LAN models only)
• Security level: Low (Allow all connections)
• LCD panel password: (blank)
• VLAN: Disabled
• Service binding: NAS services can run on any available network interface
The device performs a basic system reset. All default system settings are also restored, deleting all previously created users, user groups, and shared folders. The user data stored on the disks is retained. To retrieve data after an advanced system reset, recreate the previous folder structure on the NAS.

Battery Backup Unit

The battery backup unit (BBU) protects the data integrity of each storage controller. If both power supply units fail during a power outage, the system uses the BBUs for power and activates the asynchronous DRAM refresh (ADR) feature of the processors. While the BBUs supply power, cached data stored in the DRAM are written to the M.2 SSDs. This process is called Copy-to-Flash. Once power is restored and the system restarts, any logs, archives, or other important data are reconstructed from the data stored on the M. 2 SSDs.
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Warning
During a power outage, do not remove storage controllers while their BBU status LEDs are orange. Removing a storage controller during this period interrupts the Copy-to-Flash process and may result in data loss.

System Board

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No. Component No. Component
1 Memory slot 1 7 Memory slot 7
2 Memory slot 2 8 Memory slot 8
3 Memory slot 3 9 PCIe 3.0 slot 1 (x8)
4 Memory slot 4 10 PCIe 3.0 slot 2 (x8)
5 Memory slot 5 11 M.2 SSD slot 2
6 Memory slot 6 12 M.2 SSD slot 1

Drive Numbering

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