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XCubeSAN Series Hardware

Owner’s Manual

Applicable Models:

XS5224D, XS5216D, XS5212D, XS5212S, XS5226D, XS5226S, XS3224D

XS3224S, XS3216D, XS3216S, XS3212D, XS3212S, XS3226D, XS3226S

QSAN Technology, Inc.

www.QSAN.com

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March 2017

This edition applies to QSAN XCubeSAN XS5200 / XS3200 series SAN storage systems. QSAN believes the information in this publication is accurate as of its publication date. The information is subject to change without notice.

Trademarks QSAN, the QSAN logo, XCubeSAN, and QSAN.com are trademarks or registered trademarks of QSAN Technology, Inc.

Intel, Xeon, Pentium, Intel Inside, and the Intel Inside logo are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States and other countries.

Other trademarks and trade names used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products are the property of their respective owners.

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Notices

Model Name

Controller Type

Form Factor, Bay Count, and Rack Unit

XS5224D

Dual Controller

LFF 24-disk 4U Chassis

XS3224D

Dual Controller

LFF 24-disk 4U Chassis

XS3224S

Single Controller

LFF 24-disk 4U Chassis

Model Name

Controller Type

Form Factor, Bay Count, and Rack Unit

XS5216D

Dual Controller

LFF 16-disk 3U Chassis

XS3216D

Dual Controller

LFF 16-disk 3U Chassis

XS3216S

Single Controller

LFF 16-disk 3U Chassis

Model Name

Controller Type

Form Factor, Bay Count, and Rack Unit

XS5212D

Dual Controller

LFF 12-disk 2U Chassis

XS5212S

Single Controller

LFF 12-disk 2U Chassis

XS3212D

Dual Controller

LFF 12-disk 2U Chassis

XS3212S

Single Controller

LFF 12-disk 2U Chassis

XS5226D

Dual Controller

SFF 26-disk 2U Chassis

XS5226S

Single Controller

SFF 26-disk 2U Chassis

XS3226D

Dual Controller

SFF 26-disk 2U Chassis

XS3226S

Single Controller

SFF 26-disk 2U Chassis

This XCubeSAN hardware owner’s manual is applicable to the following XCubeSAN models:

XCubeSAN Storage System 4U 19” Rack Mount Models

XCubeSAN Storage System 3U 19” Rack Mount Models

XCubeSAN Storage System 2U 19” Rack Mount Models

Information contained in this manual has been reviewed for accuracy. But it could include typographical errors or technical inaccuracies. Changes are made to the document periodically. These changes will be incorporated in new editions of the publication. QSAN may make improvements or changes in the products. All features, functionality, and product specifications are subject to change without prior notice or obligation. All statements,

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information, and recommendations in this document do not constitute a warranty of any kind, express or implied.

Any performance data contained herein was determined in a controlled environment. Therefore, the results obtained in other operating environments may vary significantly. Some measurements may have been made on development-level systems and there is no guarantee that these measurements will be the same on generally available systems. Furthermore, some measurements may have been estimated through extrapolation. Actual results may vary. Users of this document should verify the applicable data for their specific environment.

This information contains examples of data and reports used in daily business operations. To illustrate them as completely as possible, the examples include the names of individuals, companies, brands, and products.

All of these names are fictitious and any similarity to the names and addresses used by an actual business enterprise is entirely coincidental.

Regulatory Statements

FCC Statement

This device has been shown to be in compliance with and was tested in accordance with the measurement procedures specified in the Standards and Specifications listed below.

Technical Standard: FCC Part 15 Class A

IC ICES-003

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

VCC1-A

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CE Statement

CAUTION:

The main purpose of the system left and right ears are for 19” rack use only. Do NOT use those ears to carry or transport the system.

This device has been shown to be in compliance with and was tested in accordance with the measurement procedures specified in the Standards and Specifications listed below.

Technical Standard: EMC DIRECTIVE 2014/30/EU

(EN55022 / EN55024)

UL Statement

Rack Mount Instructions - The following or similar rack-mount instructions are included with the installation instructions:

1. Elevated Operating Ambient - If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the

operating ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater than room ambient. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the equipment in an environment compatible with the maximum ambient temperature (Tma) specified by the manufacturer.

2. Reduced Air Flow - Installation of the equipment in a rack should be such that the

amount of air flow required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised.

3. Mechanical Loading - Mounting of the equipment in the rack should be such that a

hazardous condition is not achieved due to uneven mechanical loading.

4. Circuit Overloading – Careful consideration should be given to the connection of the

equipment to the supply circuit and the effect that overloading of the circuits might have on overcurrent protection and supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate ratings should be used when addressing this concern.

5. Reliable Earthing - Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment should be maintained.

Particular attention should be given to supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit (e.g. use of power strips).

The ITE is not intended to be installed and used in a home, school or public area accessible to the general population, and the thumbscrews should be tightened with a tool after both initial installation and subsequent access to the panel.

Warning: Always remove all power supply cords before service

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CAUTION: (English)

Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by incorrect type. Please replace the same or equivalent type battery use and dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.

ATTENTION: (French)

IL Y A RISQUE D'EXPLOSION SI LA BATTERIE EST REMPLACEE PAR UNE BATTERIE DE TYPE INCORRECT. METTRE AU REBUT LES BATTERIES USAGEES CONFORMEMENT AUX INSTRUCTIONS.

VORSICHT: (German)

Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemasem Austausch der Batterie. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Anleitung.

ADVERTENCIA: (Spanish)

Las baterias pueden explotar si no se manipulan de forma apropiada. No desmonte ni tire las baterias al fuego. Siga las normativas locales al desechar las baterias agotadas.

: (Simplified Chinese)

: (Traditional Chinese)

This equipment intended for installation in restricted access locations.

 Access should only be allowed by qualified SERVICE PERSONS or by USERS who have

been instructed about the reasons for the restrictions applied to the location and about any precautions that shall be taken.

 Access is through the use of a TOOL or lock and key, or other means of security, and is

controlled by the authority responsible for the location.

 Recommended operation temperature: 0 ~ 40 (31.99 ~ 103.99 F); operation rating

(100-127 Vac, 50-60Hz, 10.0A; 200-240 Vac, 50-60Hz, 5.0A)

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INFORMATION:

QSAN provides limited warranty for QSAN-branded hardware products:

 System hardware and peripheral product (s): 3 years limited warranty

from date of original purchase.

 Battery Backup Module or super capacitor module (applies for cache-

to-flash module): 1 year limited warranty from date of original purchase.

For more detail warranty policy, please refer to QSAN official web site:

https://qsan.com/warranty

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Table of Contents

Notices ............................................................................................................................ i

Regulatory Statements .................................................................................................................... ii

Preface ......................................................................................................................... xiv

About This Manual ........................................................................................................................ xiv

Related Documents ....................................................................................................................... xiv

Technical Support ......................................................................................................................... xiv

Information, Tip, and Caution ........................................................................................................ xv

Conventions .................................................................................................................................... xv

1. Overview ................................................................................................................. 1

1.1. XCubeSAN Series Product Overview ................................................................................. 1

1.2. XCubeSAN Series Hardware Features .............................................................................. 3

1.3. XCubeSAN Series Hardware Specifications ..................................................................... 4

1.4. XCubeSAN Series Package Contents ................................................................................ 7

1.5. XCubeSAN Series Optional Accessories ........................................................................... 8

2. System Components Overview .............................................................................. 11

2.1. Front Panel ........................................................................................................................ 11

2.2. System Disk Drive Numbering ......................................................................................... 14

2.3. Supported Disk Drives and SSDs ..................................................................................... 15

2.4. Rear Panel ......................................................................................................................... 16

2.4.1. Rear Panel Layout .............................................................................................. 16

2.4.2. Controller Module ............................................................................................... 17

2.5. Power Supply Unit ............................................................................................................. 19

2.6. Fan Module ........................................................................................................................ 21

2.7. Cache-to-Flash Memory Protection ................................................................................. 23

2.7.1. Mechanism of Cache Data Protection .............................................................. 25

2.7.2. Features of the Cache-to-Flash Module ........................................................... 26

3. Installing the System Hardware ............................................................................. 27

3.1. Installation Checklist ........................................................................................................ 27

3.2. Installing Disk Drives into the Trays ................................................................................ 27

3.3. Installing the Optional Host Cards ................................................................................... 34

3.4. Installing the Optional Memory Modules ........................................................................ 41

3.5. Installing the Optional Cache-to-Flash Modules ............................................................. 44

3.6. Installing the Optional Slide Rails .................................................................................... 49

3.7. Installing the Trays into the System ................................................................................ 52

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3.8. Connecting the System to a Host .................................................................................... 53

3.8.1. Connecting to the Management Ports ............................................................. 53

3.8.2. Dual Path (MPIO) Deployment .......................................................................... 54

3.8.3. Expansion Deployment ...................................................................................... 55

3.9. Connecting Power Cords and Powering ON the System ............................................... 56

3.10. Powering OFF the System ................................................................................................ 58

3.11. Wake-on-LAN / Wake-on-SAS to Power ON / OFF the System ...................................... 59

3.12. Connecting a UPS ............................................................................................................. 60

3.13. Connecting the Optional USB LCM .................................................................................. 61

3.14. Discover and Carry Out the Initial Configuration for the System ................................... 62

4. Deployment Types and Cabling ............................................................................. 63

4.1. Deployment Types ............................................................................................................ 63

4.2. Cabling the System ........................................................................................................... 64

4.2.1. Expansion Configuration Rules ......................................................................... 64

4.2.2. Single Path Deployment..................................................................................... 66

4.2.3. Dual Path (MPIO) Deployment .......................................................................... 67

4.2.4. Multi-server Attached Cabling Deployment ...................................................... 69

4.2.5. Expansion Topology and Deployment .............................................................. 72

4.2.6. Introduction of Remote Replication .................................................................. 75

5. Descriptions of LEDs and Buttons ......................................................................... 79

5.1. Front Panel ........................................................................................................................ 79

5.1.1. System Controls and Indicators ........................................................................ 79

5.1.2. Disk Drive LEDs .................................................................................................. 81

5.2. Rear Panel ......................................................................................................................... 82

5.2.1. Controller LEDs ................................................................................................... 82

5.2.2. Power Supply Unit LED ...................................................................................... 83

5.2.3. Host Card LEDs .................................................................................................. 84

5.2.4. Cache-to-Flash Module LEDs and Button ......................................................... 86

6. Quick Maintenance ............................................................................................... 88

6.1. Removing / Installing the Controller Module .................................................................. 88

6.2. Removing / Installing the Power Supply Unit .................................................................. 93

6.3. Removing / Installing the Fan Module ............................................................................. 96

6.4. Removing the Host Card ................................................................................................ 100

6.5. Removing the Cache-to-Flash Modules ........................................................................ 102

7. Support and Other Resources.............................................................................. 106

7.1. Getting Technical Support .............................................................................................. 106

7.2. Online Customer Support ............................................................................................... 108

7.3. Accessing Product Updates ........................................................................................... 112

7.4. Documentation Feedback .............................................................................................. 113

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Appendix ..................................................................................................................... 114

End-User License Agreement (EULA) ........................................................................................ 114

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Figures

Figure 1-1 Form Factors of All XCubeSAN Series Models .............................................................. 2

Figure 2-1 System Controls and Indicators .................................................................................... 12

Figure 2-2 LFF & SFF System Front Panel Components ............................................................... 13

Figure 2-3 Disk Drive Indicators of LFF & SFF Disk Drive Tray ...................................................... 13

Figure 2-4 System Disk Drive Numbering for the XCubeSAN Series ............................................ 15

Figure 2-5 LFF & SFF Rear Panel Layout ......................................................................................... 17

Figure 2-6 General View of the Controller Module ......................................................................... 18

Figure 2-7 Components of the Controller Module ......................................................................... 18

Figure 2-8 Location of the Power Supply Unit in the LFF or SFF System ..................................... 20

Figure 2-9 Components of the Power Supply Unit ......................................................................... 21

Figure 2-10 Location of Each Fan Module Installed in the LFF or SFF System ............................. 22

Figure 2-11 Mechanical Components of the Fan Module ............................................................... 23

Figure 2-12 Location of the Cache-to-Flash Module ........................................................................ 24

Figure 2-13 The Cache-to-flash Module – BBM (Battery Backup Module) Pack ........................... 25

Figure 2-14 The Cache-to-flash Module – SCM (Super Capacitor Module) Pack ......................... 25

Figure 2-15 Cache-to-Flash Workflow ............................................................................................... 25

Figure 3-1 Front Side Components of LFF & SFF Disk Drive Trays ............................................... 28

Figure 3-2 Unlock and Open the Carrier Handle of a Disk Drive Tray (LFF) ................................. 29

Figure 3-3 Unlock and Open the Carrier Handle of a Disk Drive Tray (SFF) ................................. 29

Figure 3-4 Hold the Carrier Handle and Pull out the Disk Drive Tray (LFF) .................................. 30

Figure 3-5 Hold the Carrier Handle and Pull out the Disk Drive Tray (SFF) .................................. 30

Figure 3-6 Align a Disk Drive & Install into a Tray (LFF-to-LFF) ..................................................... 31

Figure 3-7 Align a Disk Drive & Install into a Tray (SFF-to-LFF) .................................................... 32

Figure 3-8 Align a Disk Drive & Install into a Tray (SFF-to-SFF) .................................................... 33

Figure 3-9 Host Card Installation Slots ........................................................................................... 35

Figure 3-10 Mechanical Components of the Controller Module ..................................................... 38

Figure 3-11 Steps of Removing the Controller Module .................................................................... 39

Figure 3-12 Procedures of Removing the Host Card Dummy Cage ............................................... 39

Figure 3-13 Procedures of Installing the Host Card ......................................................................... 40

Figure 3-14 Connection and Status of the Host Cards .................................................................... 41

Figure 3-15 The Installation Sequence of the Memory Module ...................................................... 42

Figure 3-16 Location of the Cache-to-Flash Module ........................................................................ 46

Figure 3-17 Components of the Cache-to-Flash Modules ............................................................... 46

Figure 3-18 The Dummy Cage Screw Location of the Cache-to-Flash Module ............................. 47

Figure 3-19 Installing the Flash Module ............................................................................................ 47

Figure 3-20 Installing the Power Module .......................................................................................... 48

Figure 3-21 Status and Information of Cache-to-Flash Module ...................................................... 48

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Figure 3-22 First Step of the Slide Rails Installation ........................................................................ 50

Figure 3-23 Second Step of the Slide Sails Installation ................................................................... 50

Figure 3-24 Third Step of the Slide Rails Installation ....................................................................... 51

Figure 3-25 Fourth Step of the Slide Sails Installation ..................................................................... 52

Figure 3-26 Install a Tray into the System and Lock the Release Button Lock (LFF) .................... 53

Figure 3-27 Install a Tray into the System and Lock the Release Button Lock (SFF) .................... 53

Figure 3-28 Cabling Example of the Administrator to the XCubeSAN Management Port ............ 54

Figure 3-29 One Server / One HBA / Two Switches / One XCubeSAN / Dual Path ....................... 55

Figure 3-30 One Server / One HBA / One XCubeSAN / One XCubeDAS / Dual Path ..................... 56

Figure 3-31 Press the Power Button One Time to Power on the System ....................................... 57

Figure 3-32 PSU Power Cord Connects ............................................................................................ 57

Figure 3-33 Power off the System by Power Button ........................................................................ 58

Figure 3-34 Power off the System via Web UI .................................................................................. 59

Figure 3-35 Wake-on-LAN and Wake-on-SAS Technology .............................................................. 60

Figure 3-36 Location for the UPS System Connection .................................................................... 61

Figure 4-1 One Server / One XCubeSAN / Single Path .................................................................. 66

Figure 4-2 One Server / One XCubeSAN / One XCubeDAS / Single Path ..................................... 67

Figure 4-3 One Server / One HBA / Two Switches / One XCubeSAN / Dual Path ....................... 68

Figure 4-4 One Server / One HBA / One XCubeSAN / One XCubeDAS / Dual Path ..................... 69

Figure 4-5 Two Servers / One HBA per Server / One XCubeSAN / Single Path ........................... 69

Figure 4-6 Two Servers / One HBA per Server / Two Switches / One XCubeSAN / Dual Path ... 70

Figure 4-7 Ten Servers / One HBA per Server / One XCubeSAN / Dual Path ............................... 71

Figure 4-8 Cascade Topology: One XCubeSAN / One XCubeDAS / Dual Path ............................ 72

Figure 4-9 Cascade Topology: One XCubeSAN / Two XCubeDAS / Dual Path ........................... 73

Figure 4-10 Reverse Topology: One XCubeSAN / Two XCubeDAS / Dual Path ............................. 74

Figure 4-11 Tree Topology: One XCubeSAN / Two XCubeDAS / Dual Path ................................... 75

Figure 4-12 One-Directional Remote Replication ............................................................................. 76

Figure 4-13 Bi-Directional Remote Replication ................................................................................. 76

Figure 4-14 One-to-Many Remote Replication .................................................................................. 76

Figure 4-15 Many-to One Remote Replication .................................................................................. 77

Figure 4-16 Many-to Many Remote Replication ............................................................................... 77

Figure 5-1 System Controls and Indicators .................................................................................... 79

Figure 5-2 Disk Drive Indicators of LFF & SFF Disk Drive Tray ...................................................... 81

Figure 5-3 The Controller LEDs ........................................................................................................ 82

Figure 5-4 The Power Supply Unit LED ........................................................................................... 83

Figure 5-5 4-port 16Gb Fibre Channel Host Card (SFP+) LEDs ..................................................... 84

Figure 5-6 4-port 10GbE iSCSI Host Card (SFP+) LEDs ................................................................. 85

Figure 5-7 2-port 10GBASE-T iSCSI Host Card (RJ45) LEDs ......................................................... 85

Figure 5-8 4-port 1GBASE-T iSCSI Host Card (RJ45) LEDs ........................................................... 86

Figure 5-9 Flash Module LEDs and Button ..................................................................................... 87

Figure 6-1 Warning Message of Failed Controller Module in the SANOS UI ................................ 89

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Figure 6-2 Warning Message of Controller Module by the Status LED ........................................ 90

Figure 6-3 Mechanical Components of the Controller Module ..................................................... 90

Figure 6-4 Procedures of Removing the Controller Module .......................................................... 91

Figure 6-5 Detailed Procedures of the Controller Module installation ......................................... 92

Figure 6-6 Screenshot of the Controller Module Successfully Installed in SANOS UI ................ 92

Figure 6-7 Warning Message of Failed PSU in SANOS UI ............................................................. 93

Figure 6-8 Mechanical Components of the PSU ............................................................................ 94

Figure 6-9 Procedures of Removing the Power Supply Unit ......................................................... 95

Figure 6-10 Installing the Power Supply Unit in the System Chassis ............................................. 96

Figure 6-11 Screenshot of the PSU Successfully Installed in the SANOS UI ................................. 96

Figure 6-12 Warning Message of Failed Fan Module in the SANOS UI .......................................... 97

Figure 6-13 Mechanical Components of the Fan Module ............................................................... 98

Figure 6-14 Procedures of Removing the Fan Module .................................................................... 99

Figure 6-15 Procedures of Installing the Fan Module .................................................................... 100

Figure 6-16 Screenshot of the Fan Module Successfully Installed in the SANOS UI .................. 100

Figure 6-17 Example of a Failed Port on the 10GbE iSCSI Host Card .......................................... 101

Figure 6-18 Procedures of Removing the Host Card from the Controller Cage .......................... 102

Figure 6-19 Procedures of Pull out the Host Card and Install Dummy Host Card Cage ............. 102

Figure 6-20 The Finished Installed Dummy Host Card Cage ........................................................ 102

Figure 6-21 Example of a Failed Power Module ............................................................................. 103

Figure 6-22 Example of a Failed Flash Module .............................................................................. 103

Figure 6-23 Pressing Attention Button of the Flash Module ......................................................... 104

Figure 6-24 The Procedure of Removing the Flash Module from the System Chassis .............. 105

Figure 6-25 The Procedure of Removing the Power Module from the System Chassis ............. 105

Figure 7-1 Download Service Package in the SANOS UI ............................................................. 107

Figure 7-2 Appearance of a Console Cable .................................................................................. 108

Figure 7-3 Connect the Console Cable ......................................................................................... 108

Figure 7-4 The Procedures of Setup Serial Console by HyperTerminal ..................................... 110

Figure 7-5 The Procedures of Setup Serial Console by PuTTY ................................................... 112

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Tables

Table 1-1 XCubeSAN Series Storage System 4U 19” Rack Mount Models .................................. 2

Table 1-2 XCubeSAN Series Storage System 3U 19” Rack Mount Models .................................. 2

Table 1-3 XCubeSAN Series Storage System 2U 19” Rack Mount Models .................................. 3

Table 1-4 XS5200 Series Hardware Specifications ........................................................................ 4

Table 1-5 XS3200 Series Hardware Specifications ........................................................................ 6

Table 1-6 XCubeSAN Series Accessories ....................................................................................... 8

Table 2-1 Descriptions of System Controls and Indicators ......................................................... 12

Table 2-2 LFF & SFF System Front Panel Components ............................................................... 13

Table 2-3 Disk Drive Indicators of LFF & SFF Disk Drive Tray ...................................................... 14

Table 2-4 Supported Disk Drive Types ........................................................................................... 15

Table 2-5 LFF & SFF Rear Panel Layout ......................................................................................... 17

Table 2-6 Description of the Controller Module Components ..................................................... 18

Table 2-7 Location of the Power Supply Unit in the LFF or SFF System ..................................... 20

Table 2-8 Components of the Power Supply Unit ......................................................................... 21

Table 2-9 Location of Each Fan Module Installed in the LFF or SFF System ............................. 22

Table 2-10 Mechanical Components of the Fan Module ............................................................... 23

Table 2-11 Location of the Cache-to-Flash Module ........................................................................ 24

Table 2-12 Protection Memory Capacity by Different Cache-to-Flash Module ............................ 26

Table 3-1 Installation Checklist ...................................................................................................... 27

Table 3-2 Front Side Components of LFF & SFF Disk Drive Trays ............................................... 28

Table 3-3 Available Disk Drive Trays for XCubeSAN Series ......................................................... 33

Table 3-4 Available Host Cards for XCubeSAN Series ................................................................. 34

Table 3-5 Host Card Installation Slots of a Controller .................................................................. 35

Table 3-6 Supported Installing Location and Combination of the Host Cards ........................... 35

Table 3-7 Mechanical Components of a Controller Module ........................................................ 38

Table 3-8 Memory Modules for XCubeSAN Series ....................................................................... 42

Table 3-9 The Suggested Installation Sequence for Optional Memory Module ......................... 43

Table 3-10 Available Cache-to-flash Modules for XCubeSAN Series ............................................ 45

Table 3-11 Components of the Cache-to-Flash Modules ............................................................... 46

Table 3-12 Available Slide Rails for XCubeSAN Series ................................................................... 49

Table 3-13 Available Expansion Cable for XCubeSAN Series ........................................................ 59

Table 3-14 Available UPS Cable for XCubeSAN Series .................................................................. 61

Table 3-15 Available USB LCM for XCubeSAN Series .................................................................... 62

Table 4-1 Deployment Types .......................................................................................................... 63

Table 4-2 The List of Available Cable for XCubeSAN Series ....................................................... 64

Table 4-3 SAN System and Expansion Enclosure Configuration Rules ...................................... 65

Table 5-1 Descriptions of the System Controls and Indicators LEDs ......................................... 80

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Table 5-2 Descriptions of Disk Drive LEDs .................................................................................... 81

Table 5-3 Descriptions of XCubeSAN Series Controller LEDs ..................................................... 82

Table 5-4 Descriptions of the Power Supply Unit LED .................................................................. 83

Table 5-5 Descriptions of 4-port 16Gb Fibre Channel Host Card (SFP+) LEDs .......................... 84

Table 5-6 Descriptions of 4-port 10GbE iSCSI Host Card (SFP+)LEDs ....................................... 85

Table 5-7 Descriptions of 2-port 10GBASE-T iSCSI Host Card (RJ45) LEDs .............................. 85

Table 5-8 Descriptions of 4-port 1GBASE-T iSCSI Host Card (RJ45) LEDs ................................ 86

Table 5-9 Descriptions of Flash Module LEDs and Button ........................................................... 87

Table 6-1 Mechanical Components of the Controller Module ..................................................... 90

Table 6-2 Mechanical Components of the PSU ............................................................................ 94

Table 6-3 Mechanical Components of the Fan Module ............................................................... 98

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CAUTION:

Do NOT attempt to service, change, disassemble or upgrade the equipment’s components by yourself. Doing so may violate your warranty and expose you to electric shock. Refer all servicing to authorized service personnel. Please always follow the instructions in this owner’s manual.

Preface

About This Manual

This manual provides technical guidance for designing and implementing QSAN XCubeSAN series SAN system, and it is intended for use by system administrators, SAN designers, storage consultants, or anyone who has purchased these products and is familiar with servers and computer networks, network administration, storage system installation and configuration, storage area network management, and relevant protocols.

Technical Support

Do you have any questions or need help trouble-shooting a problem? Please contact QSAN

Support, we will reply to you as soon as possible.

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 Via the Web: https://qsan.com/support

INFORMATION:

INFORMATION provides useful knowledge, definition, or terminology for reference.

TIP:

TIP provides helpful suggestions for performing tasks more effectively.

CAUTION:

CAUTION indicates that failure to take a specified action could result in damage to the system.

Conventions

Description

Bold

Indicates text on a window, other than the window title, including menus, menu options, buttons, fields, and labels. Example: Click the OK button.

 Via Telephone: +886-2-7720-2118 extension 136

(Service hours: 09:30 - 18:00, Monday - Friday, UTC+8)

 Via Skype Chat, Skype ID: qsan.support

(Service hours: 09:30 - 02:00, Monday - Friday, UTC+8, Summer time: 09:30 - 01:00)

 Via Email: support@qsan.com

Information, Tip, and Caution

This manual uses the following symbols to draw attention to important safety and operational information.

Conventions

The following table describes the typographic conventions used in this manual.

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Indicates a variable, which is a placeholder for actual text provided by the user or system. Example: copy <source-file> <target-file>.

[ ] square brackets

Indicates optional values. Example: [ a | b ] indicates that you can choose a, b, or nothing.

{ } braces

Indicates required or expected values. Example: { a | b } indicates that you must choose either a or b.

| vertical bar

Indicates that you have a choice between two or more options or arguments.

/ Slash

Indicates all options or arguments.

underline

Indicates the default value. Example: [ a | b ]

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1. Overview

INFORMATION:

For how to use the SANOS operating system, please refer to the

XCubeSAN SANOS 4.0 User’s Manual

Thank you for purchasing QSAN Technology, Inc. products. The QSAN XCubeSAN series is a high-performance SAN storage solutions combining outstanding performance with high availability, reliability, flexibility, and simple management.

1.1. XCubeSAN Series Product Overview

QSAN XCubeSAN series is a SAN storage system, the system is composed of system hardware and the SANOS operating system, the system hardware is a modular design and FRU (field replacement unit) optimized. All the hardware modules are inside the rack mount chassis including: system controllers, front panel, rear panel, redundant power supply and fan modules, cache-to-flash module ( by using battery backup module or super capacitor module), and expansion slots for optional Fibre Channel or 10GbE / 1GbE iSCSI host cards. This manual will direct you step by step to familiarize you with the XCubeSAN hardware components, how to install the system, carry out the initial configuration, and provide you with some quick maintenance guidelines.

XCubeSAN series supports several standard form factors:

 LFF (Large Form Factor): 12-bay 19” rack mount 2U chassis, 16-bay 19” rack mount 3U

chassis, and 24-bay 19” rack mount 4U chassis.

 SFF (Small Form Factor): 26-bay 19” rack mount 2U chassis.

Overview 1

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Model Name

Controller Type

Form Factor, Bay Count, and Rack Unit

XS5224D

Dual Controller

LFF 24-bay 4U Chassis

XS3224D

Dual Controller

LFF 24-bay 4U Chassis

XS3224S

Single Controller

LFF 24-bay 4U Chassis

Model Name

Controller Type

Form Factor, Bay Count, and Rack Unit

XS5216D

Dual Controller

LFF 16-bay 3U Chassis

XS3216D

Dual Controller

LFF 16-bay 3U Chassis

XS3216S

Single Controller

LFF 16-bay 3U Chassis

Figure 1-1 Form Factors of All XCubeSAN Series Models

The following tables provide detailed information about all XCubeSAN Series models arranged by form factors.

Table 1-1 XCubeSAN Series Storage System 4U 19” Rack Mount Models

Table 1-2 XCubeSAN Series Storage System 3U 19” Rack Mount Models

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Table 1-3 XCubeSAN Series Storage System 2U 19” Rack Mount Models

Model Name

Controller Type

Form Factor, Bay Count, and Rack Unit

XS5212D

Dual Controller

LFF 12-bay 2U Chassis

XS5212S

Single Controller

LFF 12-bay 2U Chassis

XS3212D

Dual Controller

LFF 12-bay 2U Chassis

XS3212S

Single Controller

LFF 12-bay 2U Chassis

XS5226D

Dual Controller

SFF 26-bay 2U Chassis

XS5226S

Single Controller

SFF 26-bay 2U Chassis

XS3226D

Dual Controller

SFF 26-bay 2U Chassis

XS3226S

Single Controller

SFF 26-bay 2U Chassis

1.2. XCubeSAN Series Hardware Features

The following is a list of the key hardware components and optional components of the XCubeSAN series for reference.

 Dual-Active (Active/Active) controller design architecture  Intel Xeon D-1500 family 4-core processor for XS5200 series and Intel D1500 family 4-

core processor for XS3200 series

 Standard system memory capacity: DDR4 8GB for XS5200 series and DDR4 4GB for

XS3200 series.

 XS5200 maximum system memory capacity: 128GB per controller (four DDR4 32GB)  XS3200 maximum system memory capacity: 64GB per controller (four DDR4 16GB)  SAS 3.0 backplane board  Built-in two 10GbE iSCSI ports per controller  Redundant power supply units  Redundant fan modules  Storage capacity expansion with XCubeDAS XD5300 series 12Gb SAS RAID expansion

enclosure(s)

 Each controller has two host card slots allowing you to select your desired host cards

configuration. Optional host cards are on the following.

。 4-port 16Gb Fibre Channel (SFP+) (only for slot 1) 。 4-port 10GbE iSCSI (SFP+) (for both slot 1 and slot 2, slot 2 provides 20 Gb

bandwidth)

。 4-port 1GBASE-T iSCSI (RJ45) (for both slot 1 and slot 2)

 A Cache-to-Flash module is also available for the protection of the system cache data in

your XCubeSAN system

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Model name

XS5224D (Dual)

XS5216D (dual)

XS5212D (Dual) XS5212S (Single)

XS5226D (Dual) XS5226S (Single)

Form Factor

4U 24-bay, LFF

3U 16-bay, LFF

2U 12-bay, LFF

2U 26-bay, SFF

RAID Controller

Dual-active or Single-upgradable controller

Processor

Intel Xeon D-1500 family 4-core processor

Memory (per

Controller)

DDR4 ECC 8GB, up to 128GB (four DIMM slots, insert two DIMMs or more will

boost performance)

Host Connectivity

(per Controller)

Optional Host Cards at Slot 1 (PCIe Gen3 x 8)

 4 x 16Gb FC (SFP+) ports  4 x 10GbE iSCSI (SFP+) ports  4 x 1GbE iSCSI (RJ45) ports

Optional Host Cards at Slot 2 (PCIe Gen2 x 4)

 4 x 10GbE iSCSI (SFP+) ports

 4 x 1GbE iSCSI (RJ45) ports

Built-in 2 x 10GBASE-T iSCSI (RJ45) ports Built-in 1 x 1GbE management port

Expansion Connectivity (per

Controller)

Built-in 2 x 12Gb/s SAS wide ports (SFF-8643, internal) connectors

(connect with the SAS cable by using mini-SAS HD SFF-8644 connector)

Drive Type

Mix & match 3.5" & 2.5" SAS, NL-SAS, SED2 HDD

2.5” SAS, SATA3 SSD

2.5" SAS, NL-SAS,

SED2 HDD

。 BBM (Battery Backup Module) + flash module 。 SCM (Super Capacitor Module) + flash module

 You can also use SSDs to boost your overall system speed. If you purchase SATA SSDs

for your dual controller XCubeSAN system; you have to purchase 6G MUX board from QSAN channel partners. Because there are different LFF and SFF disk drive trays, 6G MUX board is needed to adapt to the type of bracket:

。 SATA 6Gb MUX board for installing 2.5” SATA SSD into LFF 3.5” disk drive tray 。 SATA 6Gb MUX board for installing 2.5” SATA SSD into SFF 2.5” disk drive tray

1.3. XCubeSAN Series Hardware Specifications

Following tables are hardware specifications of XS5200 and XS3200 series.

Table 1-4 XS5200 Series Hardware Specifications

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2.5” SAS, SATA3

SSD

Expansion Capabilities

Up to 10 expansion units using XD5300 series 12Gb SAS expansion enclosure

 XD5324 (4U 24-bay, LFF)  XD5316 (3U 16-bay, LFF)  XD5312 (2U 12-bay, LFF)  XD5326 (2U 26-bay, SFF)

Max. Drives Supported

284

276

272

286

Dimension

(H x W x D)

19” Rack mount

170.3 x 438 x 515 mm

19” Rack mount

130.4 x 438 x 515 mm

19” Rack mount 88 x 438 x 515 mm

19” Rack mount 88 x 438 x 491 mm

Memory Protection

Cache-to-Flash module (optional) Battery backup module + Flash module (To protect all memory capacity) Super capacitor module + Flash module (To protect up to 16GB memory per

controller)

LCM (LCD Module)

USB LCM (optional)

Power Supply

80 PLUS Platinum, two redundant 770W (1+1) AC Input

 100-127V 10A, 50-60Hz  200-240V 5A, 50-60Hz

DC Output

 +12V 63.4A  +5VSB 2.0A

Fan Module

2 x hot pluggable/redundant fan modules

Temperature

 Operating temperature 0 to 40°C  Shipping temperature -10°C to 50°C

Relative Humidity

 Operating relative humidity 20% to 80% non-condensing  Non-operating relative humidity 10% to 90%

Slot 2 provides 20Gb bandwidth.

SED drive support will be available in Q2 2017.

6Gb MUX board needed for 2.5" SATA drives in dual controller system.

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Model name

XS3224D (Dual) XS3224S (Single)

XS3216D (Dual) XS3216S (Single)

XS3212D (Dual) XS3212S (Single)

XS3226D (Dual) XS3226S (Single)

Form Factor

4U 24-bay, LFF

3U 16-bay, LFF

2U 12-bay, LFF

2U 26-bay, SFF

RAID Controller

Dual-active or Single-upgradable controller

Processor

Intel D1500 family 4-core processor

Memory (per

Controller)

DDR4 ECC 4GB, up to 128GB (four DIMM slots, insert two DIMMs or more will

boost performance)

Host Connectivity

(per Controller)

Optional Host Cards at Slot 1 (PCIe Gen3 x 8)

 4 x 16Gb FC (SFP+) ports  4 x 10GbE iSCSI (SFP+) ports  4 x 1GbE iSCSI (RJ45) ports

Optional Host Cards at Slot 2 (PCIe Gen2 x 4)

 4 x 10GbE iSCSI (SFP+) ports

 4 x 1GbE iSCSI (RJ45) ports

Built-in 2 x 10GBASE-T iSCSI (RJ45) ports Built-in 1 x 1GbE management port

Expansion Connectivity (per

Controller)

Built-in 2 x 12Gb/s SAS wide ports (SFF-8643, internal) connectors

(connect with the SAS cable by using mini-SAS HD SFF-8644 connector)

Drive Type

Mix & match 3.5" & 2.5" SAS, NL-SAS, SED2 HDD

2.5” SAS, SATA3 SSD

2.5" SAS, NL-SAS,

SED2 HDD

2.5” SAS, SATA3

SSD

Expansion Capabilities

Up to 10 expansion units using XD5300 series 12Gb SAS expansion enclosure

 XD5324 (4U 24-bay, LFF)  XD5316 (3U 16-bay, LFF)  XD5312 (2U 12-bay, LFF)  XD5326 (2U 26-bay, SFF)

Max. Drives Supported

284

276

272

286

Dimension

(H x W x D)

19” Rack mount

170.3 x 438 x 515 mm

19” Rack mount

130.4 x 438 x 515 mm

19” Rack mount 88 x 438 x 515 mm

19” Rack mount 88 x 438 x 491 mm

Memory

Cache-to-Flash module (optional)

Table 1-5 XS3200 Series Hardware Specifications

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Protection

Battery backup module + Flash module (To protect all memory capacity) Super capacitor module + Flash module (To protect up to 16GB memory per

controller)

LCM (LCD Module)

USB LCM (optional)

Power Supply

80 PLUS Platinum, two redundant 770W (1+1) AC Input

 100-127V 10A, 50-60Hz  200-240V 5A, 50-60Hz

DC Output

 +12V 63.4A  +5VSB 2.0A

Fan Module

2 x hot pluggable/redundant fan modules

Temperature

 Operating temperature 0 to 40°C  Shipping temperature -10°C to 50°C

Relative Humidity

 Operating relative humidity 20% to 80% non-condensing  Non-operating relative humidity 10% to 90%

Slot 2 provides 20Gb bandwidth.

SED drive support will be available in Q3 2017.

6Gb MUX board needed for 2.5" SATA drives in dual controller system.

1.4. XCubeSAN Series Package Contents

Following list are the package contents for the XCubeSAN series models.

 System Chassis (x1)  Disk Drive Trays

。 XS5224 / XS3224 (4U 24-bay, LFF): 3.5” Disk Drive Tray (x24) 。 XS5216 / XS3216 (3U 24-bay, LFF): 3.5” Disk Drive Tray (x16) 。 XS5212 / XS3212 (2U 12-bay, LFF): 3.5” Disk Drive Tray (x12) 。 XS5226 / XS3226 (2U 26-bay, SFF): 2.5” Disk Drive Tray (x26)

 AC Power Cords (x2)  RS-232 Console Cable (x2) for Dual Controller Model; (x1) for Single Controller Model  Screws Pack for Disk Drives  Quick Installation Guide

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Model Name

Picture

Description

Applied Models

DIM-D44GB

DDR4 ECC 4GB Memory Module

XS5224 XS5216 XS5212 XS5226 XS3224 XS3216 XS3212 XS3226

DIM-D48GB

DDR4 ECC 8GB Memory Module

DIM-D416GB

DDR4 ECC 16GB Memory Module

DIM-D432GB

DDR4 ECC 32GB Memory Module

C2F-BM128G

Cache-to-Flash Module : C2F-BBMD + C2F-FLHMD

C2F-SP128G

Cache-to-Flash Module : C2F-SP16G + C2F-FLHMD

(Protect up to 16GB memory per controller)

C2F-BBMD

Battery Backup Module for Cache-to-Flash

C2F-SP16G

Super Capacitor Module for Cache-to-Flash

(Protect up to 16GB memory per controller)

C2F-FLHMD

Flash Module for Cache-toFlash

HQ-16F4S2

4-port 16Gb Fibre Channel Host Card (SFP+)

HQ-10G4S2

4-port 10GbE iSCSI Host Card

(SFP+)

HQ-01G4T

4-port 1GBASE-T iSCSI Host Card (RJ45)

GBC-SFP+16Gb-J

16G Fibre Channel SFP+ Optical Transceiver

1.5. XCubeSAN Series Optional Accessories

Following list are optional components for all XCubeSAN series models. If you want to purchase these optional components, please contact your nearest local reseller or visit

QSAN official web site: https://qsan.com/location

Table 1-6 XCubeSAN Series Accessories

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GBC-SFP+10Gb-F

10GBASE-SR SFP+ Optical Transceiver

GBC-SFP+8Gb-F

8G Fibre Channel SFP+ Optical Transceiver

CBL-OPL500

Optical FC Cable, LC-LC, 5 Meters

CBL-OPL200

Optical FC Cable, LC-LC, 2 Meters

CBL-CNL

Console Cable, Phone-jack, 1 Meter

CBL-UPS

UPS Cable, Phone-jack, 1 Meter

CBL-12SW150

SAS 12G Expansion Cable with Wake-on-SAS, SFF-8644 to SFF-8644, 1.5 Meters

(This cable is not suitable for connecting HBA or RAID card)

CBL-12SH150

SAS 12G Expansion Cable, SFF-8644 to SFF-8644, 1.5 Meters

LCM-U162

Portable USB LCM

SLR-RM3640

Slide Rail HDT-351

3.5” Disk Drive Tray

XS5224 XS5216 XS5212 XS3224 XS3216 XS3212

HDM-351

SATA 6Gb MUX Board and Bracket for HDT-351

(2.5" SATA drives only)

HDT-251

2.5” Disk Drive Tray

XS5226

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XS3226

HDM-251

SATA 6Gb MUX Board and Bracket for HDT-251

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2. System Components Overview

This chapter outlines the key hardware components or modules of the XCubeSAN system. After reading this chapter, you will have a basic understanding of each part of the XCubeSAN hardware and give you the ability to be able to successfully configure and operate your XCubeSAN system. Following is the list of key components or modules of XCubeSAN:

 Front Panel  System Disk Drive Numbering  Supported Disk Drives and SSDs  Rear Panel  Power Unit  Fan Module  Cache-to-Flash Module

2.1. Front Panel

The XCubeSAN Series features a unique design: the system controls and indicators is located on the right ear. The system controls and indicators module integrates functional buttons and system state indicators, which can be easily operated and read by user. The figure below contains detailed information about the button and indicators module. For a greater understanding of the related colors and behaviors of each indicator on the front panel, please refer to the chapter 5.1, Front Panel section in the Descriptions of LEDs and Buttons chapter.

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Number

Description

System Power Button/LED

UID (Unique Identifier) Button/LED

System Access LED

System Status LED

USB Port (for USB LCM module)

Figure 2-1 System Controls and Indicators

Table 2-1 Descriptions of System Controls and Indicators

Figures and the table below illustrate LFF & SFF system front panel components.

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Figure 2-2 LFF & SFF System Front Panel Components

Number

Description

System Left Ear

Disk Drive Tray

System Right Ear

The System Controls and Indicators

Table 2-2 LFF & SFF System Front Panel Components

 Disk Drive Tray Indicators: figures and the table below illustrate LFF and SFF disk drive

tray indicators.

Figure 2-3 Disk Drive Indicators of LFF & SFF Disk Drive Tray

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Number

Description

Disk Drive Power LED

Disk Drive Status LED

Table 2-3 Disk Drive Indicators of LFF & SFF Disk Drive Tray

For a greater understanding of the related color and the behavior of the disk drive, please refer to the chapter 5.1, Front Panel section in the Descriptions of LEDs and Buttons chapter.

2.2. System Disk Drive Numbering

Figures below illustrate the XCubeSAN system disk drive numbering. The disk drive numbering for LFF system starts from the top of first row in left column; this kind of disk drive numbering rule helps to balance the system weight distribution and enable easy management of disk drives zoning. The SFF system disk drive numbering is single row from left to right. If you want to check the disk drive numbering rule while installing the disk drives into the system, for LFF, you can find a disk drive numbering sticker on the right side of the system chassis top cover; for SFF system, the disk drive numbering is printed on the lower part of the system front.

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Figure 2-4 System Disk Drive Numbering for the XCubeSAN Series

TIP:

Please plug-in any of the first four hard drives, then event logs can be saved and displayed in next system boot up. Otherwise, the event logs cannot be saved.

Form Factor of Disk Drive Tray

Drive Type

Connection Interface

LFF 3.5” HDD

SAS, NL-SAS

SSD

SAS, SATA4

SFF 2.5” HDD

SAS, NL-SAS

SSD

SAS, SATA5

INFORMATION:

When installing SATA SSDs in dual controller models, it needs to install

optional SATA 6Gb MUX board and bracket for 3.5” disk drive tray (model name: HDM-351).

2.3. Supported Disk Drives and SSDs

The table below shows supported disk drives and SSDs for all XCubeSAN series models. This can be a reference for you to purchase suitable disk drives or SSDs for your system.

QSAN has qualified the popular SAS HDDs and SAS/SATA SSDs available in the market; to ensure that you have the highest level of flexibility in choosing the most advanced HDDs or SSDs available from the manufacturers or purchase the best cost/performance SAS HDDs or SAS/SATA SSDs from the market, to suit your budget/performance. We hope that this will significantly reduce your IT infrastructure investment cost. If you want to check the compatible HDDs or SSDs for your XCubeSAN system, please refer to the Compatibility

Matrix table.

Table 2-4 Supported Disk Drive Types

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When installing SATA SSDs in dual controller models, it needs to install

optional SATA 6Gb MUX board and bracket for 2.5” disk drive tray (model name: HDM-251).

Please contact a QSAN authorized reseller for details purchasing information.

2.4. Rear Panel

The following content outlines the detail of the XCubeSAN series rear panel and components. In this section, you will learn the name and location of the key components and modules in the rear panel.

2.4.1. Rear Panel Layout

Figures and the table below illustrate the LFF and SFF system rear panel layout.

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Figure 2-5 LFF & SFF Rear Panel Layout

Number

Description

Power Supply Unit 1

Fan Module 1

Slot for Cache-to-Flash Module: Flash Module

Controller Module 16

Controller Module 2

Fan Module 2

Power Supply Unit 2

Slot for Cache-to-Flash Module: Power Module

INFORMATION:

If the XCubeSAN chassis is configured with a single controller module,

the controller module MUST be installed in the upper slot.

Table 2-5 LFF & SFF Rear Panel Layout

2.4.2. Controller Module

The following image and table illustrate each component of a controller module. In this section, you will learn the name and location of each port, LED and host cards (optional parts).

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= Controller Status LED

= Dirty Cache LED

= Master/Slave LED

= Unique Identifier LED

Number

Description

Host Card Slot 1 (host card is an optional part)

Buzzer Mute Button

Host Card Slot 2 (host card is an optional part)

Reset to Factory Default Button

Console Port (3.5mm jack to RS232)7

Service Port (UPS) 8

Management Port

USB Port 1

USB Port 2

10GbE iSCSI (RJ45) Port 1

Figure 2-6 General View of the Controller Module

Figure 2-7 Components of the Controller Module

Table 2-6 Description of the Controller Module Components

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10GbE iSCSI (RJ45) Port 2

12Gb/s SAS Wide Port 1 (SFF8644)

12Gb/s SAS Wide Port 2 (SFF8644)

INFORMATION:

Console cable (NULL modem cable) to connect from console port of the

storage system to a RS 232 port on the management PC. The console settings are on the following: Baud rate: 115,200, 8 data bit, no parity, 1 stop bit, and no flow control; terminal Type: vt100.

XCubeSAN series supports traditional UPS via a serial port and network

UPS via SNMP. If using the UPS with a serial port, connect the system to the UPS via the included cable for communication. (The cable plugs into the serial cable that comes with the UPS.) Then set up the shutdown values for when the power goes out.

For a greater understanding of the related color and the behavior of the controller module, please refer to the chapter 5.2, Rear Panel section in the Descriptions of LEDs and Buttons chapter.

2.5. Power Supply Unit

All XCubeSAN series models are equipped with two redundant and hot swappable PSUs (Power Supply Units). The PSU for 3U/4U systems and 2U systems are the same, but the installation direction is different. (If you pull out the PSU from the system chassis, for 4U/3U system, the sticker on the PSU will be at down side; for 2U system, the sticker will be at right side).The images and the table below illustrate the location of PSU in the LFF or SFF system.

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Number

Description

PSU 1

PSU 2

Figure 2-8 Location of the Power Supply Unit in the LFF or SFF System

Table 2-7 Location of the Power Supply Unit in the LFF or SFF System

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Number

Description

PSU Release Tab

PSU Power Cord Connect

PSU Handle

PSU LED Indicator

Figure 2-9 Components of the Power Supply Unit

Table 2-8 Components of the Power Supply Unit

If you want to learn more about the related color and behavior of the PSU LED, please refer to the chapter 5.2, Rear Panel section in the Descriptions of LEDs and Buttons chapter.

2.6. Fan Module

All XCubeSAN series models are equipped with two redundant and hot swappable fan modules. The fan module for 4U/3U systems are the same, however 2U systems are different. Each fan module includes two fans. Images and tables below illustrate the location and mechanical components of the fan module that is installed in the LFF and SFF system.

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Number

Description

Fan 1 and Fan 2

Fan 3 and Fan 4

Figure 2-10 Location of Each Fan Module Installed in the LFF or SFF System

Table 2-9 Location of Each Fan Module Installed in the LFF or SFF System

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Number

Description

Fan Module Release Tab

Fan Module Handle

Figure 2-11 Mechanical Components of the Fan Module

Table 2-10 Mechanical Components of the Fan Module

2.7. Cache-to-Flash Memory Protection

In the event of power loss, the I/O cache data stored in the volatile memory will be lost; this can cause data inconsistency especially in database applications. The XCubeSAN series can provide an optional Cache-to-Flash memory protection function that will safely transfer the memory cache data to a non-volatile flash device for permanent preservation. The optional Cache-to-Flash module comes with an M.2 flash module and either a BBM (Battery Backup Module) or a SCM (Super Capacitor Module).

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Number

Description

Slot for Flash Module

Slot for Power Module

Figure 2-12 Location of the Cache-to-Flash Module

Table 2-11 Location of the Cache-to-Flash Module

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Figure 2-13 The Cache-to-flash Module – BBM (Battery Backup Module) Pack

Figure 2-14 The Cache-to-flash Module – SCM (Super Capacitor Module) Pack

2.7.1. Mechanism of Cache Data Protection

The following image is the working sequence of QSAN Cache-to-Flash workflow.

Figure 2-15 Cache-to-Flash Workflow

Cache-to-Flash technology will first flush CPU cache to memory RAM, then flush memory RAM to M.2 flash module to maintain the upmost data consistency. It leverages the strength of both BIOS and CPU to quickly backup memory RAM data to the flash module. In order to quickly move data from memory RAM to flash module, M.2 PCI‐Express interface

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Device

Protection Memory Capacity

Battery Backup Module + Flash Module

Protect all memory capacity

Super Capacitor Module + Flash Module

Protect up to 16GB memory per controller

flash module is selected for better performance and less power consumption. In

Cache‐to‐Flash recovery phase, BIOS will check C2F flag status. If C2F flag is ON, I/O cache

data will be recovered from the M.2 flash module and then continue normal booting. If C2F flag is OFF, the normal booting process continues. Compared with traditional BBM solution of 72 hours standard, Cache-to-Flash technology is more efficient, less risky and consumes less power.

2.7.2. Features of the Cache-to-Flash Module

The optional Cache-to-Flash module comes with a M.2 flash module and either a BBM or a SCM. All modules are hot pluggable with zero system downtime for extra availability and reliability. M.2 flash module can be plugged in on the left hand side from the rear of the chassis. Power module can be plugged in on the right hand side from the rear of the chassis.

Please be noted that the BBM can protect all memory capacity. But the SCM can protect up to 16GB memory per controller. If your controller memory is higher than 16GB, please select BBM solution.

Table 2-12 Protection Memory Capacity by Different Cache-to-Flash Module

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3. Installing the System Hardware

Step

Task

Where to Find the Detail Procedure

Installing disk drives into the trays

Chapter 3.2

Installing the optional host cards

Chapter 3.3

Installing the optional memory modules

Chapter 3.4

Installing the optional cache-to-flash modules

Chapter 3.5

Installing the optional slide rails

Chapter 3.6

Installing the trays into the system

Chapter 3.7

Connecting the system to a host

Chapter 3.8

Connecting power cords and powering on the system

Chapter 3.9

Connecting a UPS

Chapter 3.12

Connecting the optional USB LCM

Chapter 3.13

Discover and carry out the initial configure for the system

Chapter 3.14

This chapter will show you the detailed procedure of the XCubeSAN series hardware installation and initial configuration.

3.1. Installation Checklist

To ensure a successful system installation and initial configuration, you can follow the procedures in the checklist below by order.

Table 3-1 Installation Checklist

3.2. Installing Disk Drives into the Trays

Key Components of the Disk Drive Tray

The following content illustrates the key components of both LFF and SFF disk drive trays.

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Item Number

Description

Carrier Handle Release Button

Release Button Lock

Carrier Handle

Figure 3-1 Front Side Components of LFF & SFF Disk Drive Trays

Table 3-2 Front Side Components of LFF & SFF Disk Drive Trays

Unlock the Disk Drive Tray and Remove from the System

The standard position of the disk drive tray is locked to prevent damage during transport. You must unlock disk drive trays before starting to install drives into the system chassis. The following content is the detailed steps for removing a disk drive tray from the system:

 Unlock release button lock: shift the lock from left to right. (LFF and SFF trays)  Procedure of opening the LFF disk drive tray carrier handle: shift the carrier handle

release button from right to left; then carrier handle will automatically pop out.

 Procedure of opening the SFF disk drive tray carrier handle: shift the carrier handle

release button from up to down; then carrier handle will automatically pop out.

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Figure 3-2 Unlock and Open the Carrier Handle of a Disk Drive Tray (LFF)

Figure 3-3 Unlock and Open the Carrier Handle of a Disk Drive Tray (SFF)

 The following content is the procedure for removing disk drive trays from the system:

。 Hold the carrier handle and pull the disk drive tray out until it is free of the disk drive

bay.

。 Repeat steps above for another empty disk drive trays that you would like to remove.

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Figure 3-4 Hold the Carrier Handle and Pull out the Disk Drive Tray (LFF)

Figure 3-5 Hold the Carrier Handle and Pull out the Disk Drive Tray (SFF)

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Installing a Disk Drive into a Tray

Following contents and figures are detail steps of installing a disk drive into the tray.

 For installing an LFF disk drive into an LFF tray

。 Place a disk drive tray onto a stable surface. 。 Align the disk drive to the tray (with disk connector facing away from carrier handle)

and align four disk drive tray screw holes located on both sides of the hard drive

。 Install and tighten all four screws to secure the disk drive within the tray.

Figure 3-6 Align a Disk Drive & Install into a Tray (LFF-to-LFF)

 For installing an SFF disk drive into an LFF tray

。 Place a disk drive tray onto a stable surface. 。 Align the disk drive to the tray with the connector facing away from the carrier

handle.

。 Align four disk drive tray screw holes (front row at the bottom side of the tray for

SAS interface disk drive; a rear row for SATA interface SSD) to the disk drive.

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。 Install and tighten all four screws to secure disk drive.

Figure 3-7 Align a Disk Drive & Install into a Tray (SFF-to-LFF)

 For installing an SFF disk drive into an SFF tray

。 Place a disk drive tray onto a stable surface. 。 Remove the supporting bracket. Then align the disk drive with the connector facing

away from the carrier handle.

。 Align four disk drive tray screw holes on both sides of the disk tray. 。 Install and tighten all four screws to secure disk drive within the tray.

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Figure 3-8 Align a Disk Drive & Install into a Tray (SFF-to-SFF)

TIP:

Please plug-in any of the first four hard drives, then event logs can be saved and displayed in next system boot up. Otherwise, the event logs cannot be saved.

Model Name

Picture

Description

Applied Models

HDT-351

3.5” Disk Drive Tray

XS5224 XS5216 XS5212 XS3224 XS3216 XS3212

HDM-351

SATA 6Gb MUX Board and Bracket for HDT-351

(2.5" SATA drives only)

HDT-251

2.5” Disk Drive Tray

XS5226 XS3226

HDM-251

SATA 6Gb MUX Board and Bracket for HDT-251

The table below shows the available disk drive trays, MUX board with bracket, and their descriptions.

Table 3-3 Available Disk Drive Trays for XCubeSAN Series

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Model Name

Picture

Description

Applied Models

HQ-16F4S2

4-port 16Gb Fibre Channel Host Card (SFP+)

XS5200 Series XS3200 Series

HQ-10G4S2

4-port 10GbE iSCSI Host Card

(SFP+)

HQ-01G4T

4-port 1GBASE-T iSCSI Host Card (RJ45)

CAUTION:

 You must remove the controller module from the system chassis

before starting the host card installing procedures.

 Host card can NOT hot plug in the controller module. Hot plug in the

host card might cause system hang up. You should remove the controller module from the system chassis before installing / removing host card. Please DO NOT attempt to hot plug in the host card.

3.3. Installing the Optional Host Cards

The XCubeSAN series comes with two on-board 10GbE iSCSI ports on each controller. If you want to expand the number of host ports, purchase QSAN host cards (optional components) will be the fastest and most cost-efficiency choice.

There are four types of host cards that are available for selection. You can configure a Fibre Channel SAN by using QSAN 16Gb Fibre Channel host cards; you can choose a iSCSI SAN by using 10GbE via SFP+, 10GBASE-T, or 1GBASE-T iSCSI host cards. The table below shows the available host card types, model names, and their descriptions.

Table 3-4 Available Host Cards for XCubeSAN Series

Following figure is the overview of the host card installation slots.

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Item Number

Description

Host Card Slot 1

Host Card Slot 2

Connection Type

Model Type

Controller

Number

Slot 1

Slot 2

FC SAN

16Gb FC (SFP+)

Single Controller

CTRL 1

HQ-16F4S2

N/A

Dual Controller

CTRL 1

HQ-16F4S2

N/A

CTRL 2

HQ-16F4S2

N/A

iSCSI SAN

10GbE (SFP+)

Single Controller

CTRL 1

HQ-10G4S2

N/A

Dual Controller

CTRL 1

HQ-10G4S2

N/A

CTRL 2

HQ-10G4S2

N/A

CTRL 1

HQ-10G4S2

HQ-10G4S25

CTRL 2

HQ-10G4S2

HQ-10G4S25

iSCSI SAN

10GBASE-T (RJ45)

Single Controller

CTRL 1

HQ-10G2T

N/A

Dual Controller

CTRL 1

HQ-10G2T

N/A

CTRL 2

HQ-10G2T

N/A

CTRL 1

HQ-10G2T

CTRL 2

HQ-10G2T

iSCSI SAN

Single Controller

CTRL 1

HQ-01G4T

N/A

Figure 3-9 Host Card Installation Slots

Table 3-5 Host Card Installation Slots of a Controller

Please refer to following tables for supported installing location and combination of host cards to keep the optimized system performance and prevent any unexpected incidents.

Table 3-6 Supported Installing Location and Combination of the Host Cards

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1GBASE-T (RJ45)

N/A

Single Controller

CTRL 1

HQ-01G4T

N/A

Dual Controller

CTRL 1

HQ-01G4T

N/A

CTRL 2

HQ-01G4T

N/A

Dual Controller

CTRL 1

HQ-01G4T

CTRL 2

HQ-01G4T

iSCSI SAN

10GbE (SFP+) +

10GBASE-T (RJ45)

Single Controller

CTRL 1

HQ-10G4S2

HQ-10G2T

N/A

Dual Controller

CTRL 1

HQ-10G4S2

HQ-10G2T

CTRL 2

HQ-10G4S2

HQ-10G2T

iSCSI SAN

10GbE (SFP+) +

1GBASE-T (RJ45)

Single Controller

CTRL 1

HQ-10G4S2

HQ-01G4T

N/A

Dual Controller

CTRL 1

HQ-10G4S2

HQ-01G4T

CTRL 2

HQ-10G4S2

HQ-01G4T

iSCSI SAN

10GBASE-T (RJ45)

+ 1GBASE-T (RJ45)

Single Controller

CTRL 1

HQ-10G2T

HQ-01G4T

N/A

Dual Controller

CTRL 1

HQ-10G2T

HQ-01G4T

CTRL 2

HQ-10G2T

HQ-01G4T

Mix SAN

16Gb FC (SFP+) +

10GbE (SFP+)

Single Controller

CTRL 1

HQ-16F4S2

HQ-10G4S25

N/A

Dual Controller

CTRL 1

HQ-16F4S2

HQ-10G4S25

CTRL 2

HQ-16F4S2

HQ-10G4S25

Mix SAN

16Gb FC (SFP+) +

10GBASE-T (RJ45)

Single Controller

CTRL 1

HQ-16F4S2

HQ-10G2T

N/A

Dual Controller

CTRL 1

HQ-16F4S2

HQ-10G2T

CTRL 2

HQ-16F4S2

HQ-10G2T

Mix SAN

16Gb FC (SFP+) +

1GBASE-T (RJ45)

Single Controller

CTRL 1

HQ-16F4S2

HQ-01G4T

N/A

Dual Controller

CTRL 1

HQ-16F4S2

HQ-01G4T

CTRL 2

HQ-16F4S2

HQ-01G4T

Slot 2 provides 20Gb bandwidth.

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CAUTION:

 If you change the host card type in the same slot, the system needs to

be reset to factory default to make the host card change effective. If you want to learn more about how to reset your system to factory, please refer to the chapter 6.5.5, Rest to Factory Default section in the

XCubeSAN SANOS 4.0 User’s Manual.

 All dual controller XCubeSAN series models must have installed the

same type of host cards into the same slot number to keep the optimized system performance.

INFORMATION:

 Due to the total bandwidth of slot 2 is 20Gb. It CAN NOT satisfy four

ports of 10GbE iSCSI with full speed, we strongly recommend combining two ports by enabling link aggregation for failover. Such as combining port 1 and port 2 as LAG (Link Aggregation Group) 1, port 3 and port4 as LAG 2. If you want to learn more about how to setup link aggregation, please refer to the chapter 7.3.1, Configure iSCSI Ports section in the XCubeSAN SANOS 4.0 User’s Manual.

Procedures of the Host Card Installation

The following content and images are detailed steps for installing a host card into the system.

 Remove the controller from the system chassis.

The following image and table are the introduction of the mechanical components of a controller module.

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Number

Description

Release Lever

Screw

Figure 3-10 Mechanical Components of the Controller Module

Table 3-7 Mechanical Components of a Controller Module

 The following content and images are detailed steps for removing the controller module

from the system chassis.

 Use a Phillips screwdriver to loosen the thumb screws on each release levers.  Pull down both levers at the same time and then pull out about half length of the

controller module by holding two release levers.

 Use one hand to hold one end of the controller module (the side with release levers) and

the other hand hold the bottom of the controller; pull out the controller module until it is free from the system chassis.

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Figure 3-11 Steps of Removing the Controller Module

 Remove the dummy host card cage by loosening two screws of the dummy host card

cage and then take dummy host card cage from controller module.

Figure 3-12 Procedures of Removing the Host Card Dummy Cage

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 Align the host card to the slot to be installed and then push all the way into the controller

cage until hear a “click” sound and make sure the host card is well connected with the

connector in the controller module.

Figure 3-13 Procedures of Installing the Host Card

 Repeat procedures above if there are other host adapter cards need to be installed.  You must install GBIC (s) for the Fibre Channel or 10GbE host cards before connecting

the cables from the XCubeSAN to the host sides.

 Install the controller module into the system chassis if the host card installation

completed.

Confirm the Host Card Installation

If the host card is installed properly, you can check the host card connections status in SANOS UI -> HOST CONNECTIVITY -> Overview. If your host cards are properly installed, the status column will show the connection speed.

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Figure 3-14 Connection and Status of the Host Cards

3.4. Installing the Optional Memory Modules

Standard system memory capacity for XCubeSAN series models: 4GB DDR4 for XS3200 and 8GB DDR4 for XS5200. If you purchase additional optional memory module for your XCubeSAN, please refer to the following image and table for the suggested sequence of memory module installation. It is requested that the installation slot and capacity of the memory module MUST be exactly the same for both controller.

The table below shows the available memory modules and their descriptions.

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Model Name

Picture

Description

Applied Models

DIM-D44GB

DDR4 ECC 4GB Memory Module

XS5200 Series XS3200 Series

DIM-D48GB

DDR4 ECC 8GB Memory Module

DIM-D416GB

DDR4 ECC 16GB Memory Module

DIM-D432GB

DDR4 ECC 32GB Memory Module

Table 3-8 Memory Modules for XCubeSAN Series

The installation sequence for the memory module with the same capacity should be: #3   #2  #4 due to slot #1 and #2 are memory bank 1; slot #3 and #4 are bank 2. Balance

the memory size of two banks will keep the optimized system performance (The installation sequence is applicable for dual or single controller module).

Figure 3-15 The Installation Sequence of the Memory Module

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The following table is the suggested installation sequence for optional memory module.

Bank 1

Bank 2

Total Memory

Slot #1

Slot #2

Slot #3

Slot #4

4GB - - - 4GB

4GB

4GB - 8GB

4GB

8GB - 12GB

4GB

8GB

20GB

4GB

16GB - 20GB

4GB

16GB

36GB

4GB

4GB 12GB

4GB

16GB

4GB

8GB 16GB

4GB

8GB

24GB

4GB

16GB - 24GB

4GB

16GB

40GB

8GB - - - 8GB

8GB

8GB - 16GB

8GB

16GB - 24GB

8GB

16GB

40GB

8GB

8GB - 24GB

8GB

32GB

8GB

16GB - 32GB

8GB

16GB

48GB

16GB - - - 16GB

16GB

16GB - 32GB

16GB

16GB - 48GB

16GB

64GB

32GB - - - 32GB

32GB

32GB - 64GB

32GB

32GB - 96GB

32GB

128GB

Table 3-9 The Suggested Installation Sequence for Optional Memory Module

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CAUTION:

To ensure the system stability, you MUST install genuine QSAN memory modules for system memory size expansion. In addition, the DIMM type of 32GB is RDIMM, and the others are UDIMM. The platform does not support mixing of DIMM, so there are not allowed the combinations of mixing 32GB.

TIP:

Insert two DIMMs or more will boost performance.

3.5. Installing the Optional Cache-to-Flash Modules

The Cache-to-Flash module is a combination of a flash memory and a power module for write-back data protection in the event of a sudden and unexpected power loss. The table below is the available Cache-to Flash module list. If you want to purchase cache-to-flash module, please contact your nearest local reseller or visit QSAN official web site:

https://qsan.com/location

The table below shows the available cache-to-flash modules and their descriptions.

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Table 3-10 Available Cache-to-flash Modules for XCubeSAN Series

Model Name

Picture

Description

Applied Models

C2F-BM128G

Cache-to-Flash Module : C2F-BBMD + C2F-FLHMD

XS5200 Series XS3200 Series

C2F-SP128G

Cache-to-Flash Module : C2F-SP16G + C2F-FLHMD

(Protect up to 16GB memory per controller)

C2F-BBMD

Battery Backup Module for Cache-to-Flash

C2F-SP16G

Super Capacitor Module for Cache-to-Flash

(Protect up to 16GB memory per controller)

C2F-FLHMD

Flash Module for Cache-toFlash

CAUTION:

The flash module of Cache-to-Flash is hot swappable because it is a PCIe device. Before removing the flash module from the system chassis, you must press the attention button until the flash module status LED finished blinking. Otherwise, the flash module maybe damage. For more information about Cache-to-Flash modules, please refer to the chapter

5.2.4, Cache-to-Flash Module LEDs and Button section and the chapter

6.5, Removing the Cache-to-Flash Modules section.

Installing Cache-to-Flash Modules

The following content and images are steps for installing cache-to-flash modules.

 Install locations for the cache-to-flash modules

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Item

Number

Description

Flash Module

Flash Module Release Tab

Flash Module Attention Button

Flash Module Handle

Flash Module Status LED

Flash Module Power LED

Power Module

Power Module Release Tab

Power Module Handle

Figure 3-16 Location of the Cache-to-Flash Module

 Components of the cache-to-flash modules

Figure 3-17 Components of the Cache-to-Flash Modules

Table 3-11 Components of the Cache-to-Flash Modules

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 Remove the dummy cache-to-flash cage by losing the screw on it and then remove the

dummy cage from the system chassis. Follow the same procedure for both sides.

Figure 3-18 The Dummy Cage Screw Location of the Cache-to-Flash Module

 Align the flash module cage to the slot and then push it all the way into the system

chassis until hear a “click” sound (for 4U/3U chassis, release tabs of both flash and power modules are facing left hand side while installing into the system; 2U chassis release tabs of both flash and power modules are facing upward while installing into the system).

Figure 3-19 Installing the Flash Module

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 Align the power module cage to the slot and then push it all the way into the system

chassis until hear a “click” sound.

Figure 3-20 Installing the Power Module

Confirm the Cache-to-Flash Module Installation

After the cache-to-flash modules are installed, you can check the status and information about cache-to-flash module in the SANOS UI -> SYSTEM SETTINGS -> Power -> Cache to Flash. If you flash and power module of cache-to-flash module is properly installed, the status will show Good.

Figure 3-21 Status and Information of Cache-to-Flash Module

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3.6. Installing the Optional Slide Rails

Model Name

Picture

Description

Applied Models

SLR-RM3640

Slide Rail

XS5200 Series XS3200 Series

INFORMATION:

Slide rails is an optional part of all XCubeSAN series models, if you did not purchase QSAN qualified slide rails, you can skip the fourth step of the system installation tasks. If you want to purchase QSAN qualified slide rails: full extension and thin slide with tool-less bracket: AA612508 series, please contact QSAN authorized reseller.

CAUTION:

The populated XCubeSAN system can be very heavy, to avoid any potential injury or harm to installers, or damage to the system, we strongly recommend at least two certified operators or engineers perform the system installation.

TIP:

Install the disk drive trays into the system after the system chassis is mounted in the rack. Doing this can reduce the loading of the overall weight when you mount the system chassis in the rack.

If you did not purchase QSAN qualified slide rails, please skip this section. The table below shows the available slide rail, model name, and its description.

Table 3-12 Available Slide Rails for XCubeSAN Series

1. First step of the slide rails installation

。 Take the slide rails from the carton. 。 Pull the inner rail out and slide the intermediate rail back.

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Figure 3-22 First Step of the Slide Rails Installation

2. Second step of the slide rails installation

。 Install the inner member onto the chassis.

Figure 3-23 Second Step of the Slide Sails Installation

3. Third step of the slide rails installation

。 Install the outer rail/bracket assembly to the frame. 。 Repeat this installation step for the other side.

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INFORMATION:

If you purchase optional slide rails, M5x20 screws that are dedicated for

optional slide rails are packed in the screws pack.

Figure 3-24 Third Step of the Slide Rails Installation

4. Fourth step of the slide rails installation

。 Pull the middle member fully extended in locked position. 。 Ensure ball bearing retainer is located at the front of the middle member. 。 Insert chassis into middle-outer member. 。 When hitting the stop, pull/push release tab to unlock and retract chassis into rack. 。 Use M5x20 screws to fasten the chassis ear.9

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Figure 3-25 Fourth Step of the Slide Sails Installation

3.7. Installing the Trays into the System

Before installing, please check if the carrier handle is at the open position. The following procedure is for installing a tray into both LFF and SFF systems.

The following content and images are detailed steps for installing a tray into the system.

 Align a disk drive with the tray to the empty bay you would like to install and then push it

all the way into the disk drive bay until the carrier handle is at closed position.

 Lock the release button lock by pushing the lock from right to left.  Refer to the label on the system chassis for disk drive numbering. (Disk drive

numberings of 2U 26-bay are printed on the chassis.)

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Figure 3-26 Install a Tray into the System and Lock the Release Button Lock (LFF)

Figure 3-27 Install a Tray into the System and Lock the Release Button Lock (SFF)

3.8. Connecting the System to a Host

The XCubeSAN series products are equipped with two on-board 10GbE iSCSI (RJ45) ports per controller for data host connections and dual SAS3 expansion ports for expansion by adding up to nine XCubeDAS series enclosures. To learn more about advanced types of cabling, please refer to the chapter 4, Deployment Types and Cabling.

3.8.1. Connecting to the Management Ports

XCubeSAN series models are equipped with one 1Gb BASE-T (RJ45) management port onboard per controller to allow access to the web based SAN OS management system. The following image is the example of the cabling for the XCubeSAN management ports.

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XCubeSAN

Switch

Figure 3-28 Cabling Example of the Administrator to the XCubeSAN Management Port

3.8.2. Dual Path (MPIO) Deployment

The following images illustrate some examples of deployment types for dual controller XCubeSAN series. MPIO (MultiPath I/O) configurations are designed to provide HA (High Availability) data connections to ensure data consistency in the rare event of a failure in the host connectivity from a single path.

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One Server / One HBA / Two Switches / One XCubeSAN / Dual Path

XCubeSAN

Switch

Server

The following figure shows an example of a dual controller, connect enclosure configuration with one server accessing the storage via switches. One server is connected to a dual controller XCubeSAN series using CAT 6 network cables.

Figure 3-29 One Server / One HBA / Two Switches / One XCubeSAN / Dual Path

3.8.3. Expansion Deployment

One Server / One HBA / One XCubeSAN / One XCubeDAS / Dual Path

The following figure shows an example of a dual controller, connect enclosure configuration with one server accessing the storage. One server is connected to a dual controller XCubeSAN series using CAT 6 network cables. And a dual controller XCubeSAN series connected to a dual controller XCubeDAS XD5300 series using mini SAS HD to mini SAS HD cable (SAS 12G expansion cable with Wake-on-SAS, SFF-8644 to SFF-8644).

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XCubeSAN

XCubeDAS

Wake-on-SAS Cable

Server

Figure 3-30 One Server / One HBA / One XCubeSAN / One XCubeDAS / Dual Path

3.9. Connecting Power Cords and Powering ON the System

Before you power on your XCubeSAN system for the first time, please make sure following tasks are done:

 Check the power cord type. The power cords for the XCubeSAN series will vary

depending on your country/region. If you find the power cords included with your

XCubeSAN system doesn’t match your current country/region, you may need to buy an

adapter for each power cord to connect the power outlet.

Power cord ratings:

。 100 – 127V~ 10A 。 200 – 240 V~ 5A

 Install all disk drives in the system so the controllers can identify and configure them at

power-up.

 Connect cables that connect the management port and data ports to your network, and

then power cords to the system; finally press the power button once to power on the XCube SAN.

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INFORMATION:

The power cord rating is the minimum requirement. The rating of the power cord that you purchase must equal to or higher than the minimum requirement to ensure the system safety and reliability.

INFORMATION:

The Following are the operational conditions for all XCubeSAN series models:

Temperature:

 Operating temperature 0 to 40°C  Shipping temperature -10°C to 50°C

Relative Humidity:

 Operating Relative Humidity 20% to 80% non-condensing  Non-Operating Relative Humidity 10% to 90%

Figure 3-31 Press the Power Button One Time to Power on the System

Figure 3-32 PSU Power Cord Connects

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TIP:

The XCubeSAN series will remember the current power state when the power failed by accent. If the system is online state, after power is recovered, the system will power on automatically. If the system is offline, the system will keep power off.

3.10. Powering OFF the System

To power off the system, please follow the steps outlined below:

 Stop all I/O from all hosts to the SAN systems.  Shut down the SAN system by one of the methods that are described below:

。 Press and hold the power button for 4 seconds.

Figure 3-33 Power off the System by Power Button

。 Via SANOS UI to shut down the system power. If you want to power off the system

via Web UI, please go to SYSTEM SETTINGS -> Maintenance -> Reboot / Shutdown; click Shutdown to power off the system.

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Figure 3-34 Power off the System via Web UI

Model Name

Picture

Description

Applied Models

CBL-12SW150

SAS 12G Expansion Cable with Wake-on-SAS, SFF-8644 to SFF-8644, 1.5 Meters

(This cable is not suitable for connecting HBA or RAID card)

XS5200 Series XS3200 Series

3.11. Wake-on-LAN / Wake-on-SAS to Power ON / OFF the System

QSAN’s Wake-on-SAS technology allows you to remotely power on/off all cascaded XD5300 expansion enclosures by using QSAN proprietary SAS cables. You can power on the XS3200 SAN system remotely using the Wake-on-LAN feature. The XS3200 can work with any available Wake-on-LAN freeware and shareware. Wake-on-SAS ensures that expansion enclosures will not run idly, consuming electricity after the SAN storage system is shut down for maintenance or other purposes. Wake-on-SAS can avoid unnecessary electricity

waste by allowing your devices to be on only when it is necessary. A further advantage of

Wake-on-SAS is that when you turn on the SAN, the expansion enclosures will wake automatically, so there is no need to worry about degrading a volume if you forget to turn them on first.

The table below shows the available expansion cable, model name, and its description.

Table 3-13 Available Expansion Cable for XCubeSAN Series

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The following diagram shows that after the XS3200 SAN storage receives the magic packet being sent from the client’s computer, it powers on automatically and uses Wake-on-SAS functionality to power-on the attached XD5300 expansion enclosures.

Figure 3-35 Wake-on-LAN and Wake-on-SAS Technology

3.12. Connecting a UPS

If users want to install a UPS (uninterruptible power supply) to provide clean power and also offer protection against mains power failures, please follow the following instructions.

 Before you purchase a UPS system, please check QSAN XCubeSAN series supported

UPS interfaces and communication types.

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 Supported types  UPS via SNMP, Serial UPS with COM port, and USB UPS.

Model Name

Picture

Description

Applied Models

CBL-UPS

UPS Cable, Phone-jack, 1 Meter

XS5200 Series XS3200 Series

 Communication types  network UPS via SNMP, Serial UPS with COM port, and USB

UPS. Serial communication is the only supported type.

 Connect the UPS to the XCubeSAN.

The following image is the location for the UPS connection.

Figure 3-36 Location for the UPS System Connection

The table below shows the available UPS cable, model name, and its description.

Table 3-14 Available UPS Cable for XCubeSAN Series

For checking the UPS connection and status, please refer to the chapter 6.3.3, UPS Settings and Status in the XCubeSAN SANOS 4.0 User’s Manual.

3.13. Connecting the Optional USB LCM

If you purchased the USB LCM, please use the enclosed USB extension cable (A-male to Afemale) to connect to the system. The Following procedures are for the USB LCM connection:

 Connect the USB LCM to the female side of the USB extension cable.  Connect the male side of the USB extension cable to the USB port on the system front

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Model Name

Picture

Description

Applied Models

LCM-U162

Portable USB LCM

XS5200 Series XS3200 Series

The table below shows the available USB LCM, model name, and its description.

Table 3-15 Available USB LCM for XCubeSAN Series

To learn more how to use USB LCM, please refer to the chapter 4.4, Accessing the Management USB LCM in the XCubeSAN SANOS 4.0 User’s Manual.

3.14. Discover and Carry Out the Initial Configuration for the System

After powering on the system, the next step is to discover the system on the network and start the initial configuration. To discover the system, we suggest downloading our QFinder application from the QSAN web site; this will hunt the network for your new SAN and allow you to access it via the SANOS GUI. For more information about discovering your system and the initial configuration, please refer to the chapter 3, Getting Started in the XCubeSAN

SANOS 4.0 User’s Manual.

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4. Deployment Types and Cabling

Deployment Type

Description

Single Path (for single or dual controller models)

In a single path deployment, one path is connected from the host/server to the XCubeSAN system. In this deployment, only one controller in the enclosure is used.

Dual Path (for dual controller models)

In a dual path deployment, two paths are connected from the host/server to the XCubeSAN system. In this deployment, both controllers in the system are used. Because dual path deployments provide two paths to the XCubeSAN system for redundancy even in the event of device, cable, or power failure. In dual-path deployment environment, disk drives must support dual paths I/O (SAS interface).

Server Attached (for single or dual controller models)

In multi-server attached deployment, more than one server is connected to the XCubeSAN system. In multi-server attached deployment, both single and dual path deployment modes are supported.

This chapter will show detailed deployment types and cabling for the XCubeSAN series. You can start to build up a deployment plan for your Fibre channel or iSCSI storage environment by deploying your XCubeSAN systems to your desired host. For expansion you can also attach the XCubeDAS series RAID expansion enclosures.

4.1. Deployment Types

XCubeSAN series supports following deployment types:

Table 4-1 Deployment Types

For more detail deployment type and cabling, please refer following sections.

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Model Name

Picture

Description

Applied Models

CBL-12SW150

SAS 12G Expansion Cable with Wake-on-SAS, SFF-8644 to SFF-8644, 1.5 Meters

(This cable is not suitable for connecting HBA or RAID card)

XS5200 Series XS3200 Series

CBL-12SH150

SAS 12G Expansion Cable, SFF-8644 to SFF-8644, 1.5 Meters

4.2. Cabling the System

The following examples illustrate how to configure the cabling for the XCubeSAN series. Recommended SAS cable length for the host connection is less than 3 meters. If you want to enable wake on SAS for the XCubeDAS enclosures, the QSAN genuine SAS cable with sideband is required to enable this feature. The XCubeSAN supports a maximum of up to 286 drives for the system storage space expansion; both single and dual path cabling are supported.

The table below shows the available cable, model name, and its description.

Table 4-2 The List of Available Cable for XCubeSAN Series

4.2.1. Expansion Configuration Rules

The table below shows the rule of configuration for the XCubeSAN series and XCubeDAS expansion enclosures. You can refer the table below for maximum number of extension enclosures and disk drives prior to performing system deployment.

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Table 4-3 SAN System and Expansion Enclosure Configuration Rules

SAN Models

Expansion Enclosures

Max. No. of Expansion Units

Max. No. of Disk Drives Max. Raw Capacity

(LFF 8 TB, SFF 2 TB)

(LFF 10 TB, SFF 2 TB)

XS5212 / XS3212 (2U 12-bay, LFF)

XD5312 (2U 12bay, LFF)

12 + 10 x 12 = 132

1,056 TB

1,320 TB

XD5316 (3U 16bay, LFF)

12 + 10 x 16 = 172

1,376 TB

1,720 TB

XD5324 (4U 24bay, LFF)

12 + 10 x 24 = 252

2,016 TB

2,520 TB

XD5326 (2U 26bay, SFF)

12 + 10 x 26 = 272

616 TB

640 TB

XS5216 / XS3216 (3U 16-bay, LFF)

XD5312 (2U 12bay, LFF)

16 + 10 x 12 = 136

1,088 TB

1,360 TB

XD5316 (3U 16bay, LFF)

16 + 10 x 16 = 176

1,408 TB

1,760 TB

XD5324 (4U 24bay, LFF)

16 + 10 x 24 = 256

2,048 TB

2,560 TB

XD5326 (2U 26bay, SFF)

16 + 10 x 26 = 276

648 TB

680 TB

XS5224 / XS3224 (4U 24-bay, LFF)

XD5312 (2U 12bay, LFF)

24 + 10 x 12 = 144

1,152 TB

1,440 TB

XD5316 (3U 16bay, LFF)

24 + 10 x 16 = 184

1,472 TB

1,840 TB

XD5324 (4U 24bay, LFF)

24 + 10 x 24 = 264

2,112 TB

2,640 TB

XD5326 (2U 26bay, SFF)

24 + 10 x 26 = 284

712 TB

760 TB

XS5226 / XS3226 (2U 26-bay, SFF)

XD5312 (2U 12bay, LFF)

26 + 10 x 12 = 146

1,012 TB

1,252 TB

XD5316 (3U 16bay, LFF)

26 + 10 x 16 = 186

1,332 TB

1,652 TB

XD5324 (4U 24bay, LFF)

26 + 10 x 24 = 266

1,972 TB

2,452 TB

XD5326 (2U 26bay, SFF)

26 + 10 x 26 = 286

572 TB

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XCubeSAN

Server

4.2.2. Single Path Deployment

The following images illustrate some examples of deployment types for single controller XCubeSAN series.

One Server / One XCubeSAN / Single Path

The following figure shows an example of a single controller, direct connect enclosure configuration with one server accessing the storage. One server is direct connected to the built-in 10GBASE-T iSCSI port in a single controller XCubeSAN series using CAT 6 network cable.

Figure 4-1 One Server / One XCubeSAN / Single Path

One Server / One XCubeSAN / One XCubeDAS / Single Path

The following figure shows an example of a single controller XCubeSAN series connected to a single controller XCubeDAS XD5300 series using mini SAS HD to mini SAS HD cable (SAS 12G expansion cable with Wake-on-SAS, SFF-8644 to SFF-8644).

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Figure 4-2 One Server / One XCubeSAN / One XCubeDAS / Single Path

XCubeSAN

Server

XCubeDAS

Wake-on-SAS Cable

4.2.3. Dual Path (MPIO) Deployment

One Server / One HBA / Two Switches / One XCubeSAN / Dual Path

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XCubeSAN

Switch

Server

Figure 4-3 One Server / One HBA / Two Switches / One XCubeSAN / Dual Path

One Server / One HBA / One XCubeSAN / One XCubeDAS / Dual Path

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Figure 4-4 One Server / One HBA / One XCubeSAN / One XCubeDAS / Dual Path

XCubeSAN

Server

XCubeSAN

XCubeDAS

Wake-on-SAS Cable

Server

4.2.4. Multi-server Attached Cabling Deployment

The following images illustrate some examples of multi-server deployment types.

Two Servers / One HBA per Server / One XCubeSAN / Single Path

The following figure shows an example of a single controller, direct connect enclosure configuration with two servers accessing the storage. Two servers are direct connected to the built-in 10GBASE-T iSCSI port in a single controller XCubeSAN series using CAT 6 network cables.

Figure 4-5 Two Servers / One HBA per Server / One XCubeSAN / Single Path

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XCubeSAN

Switch

Server

Two Servers / One HBA per Server / Two Switches / One XCubeSAN / Dual Path

The following figure shows an example of a dual controller, connect enclosures configuration with two servers accessing the storage via switches. Two servers are connected to a dual controller XCubeSAN series using CAT 6 network cables.

Figure 4-6 Two Servers / One HBA per Server / Two Switches / One XCubeSAN / Dual Path

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Ten Servers / One HBA per Server / One XCubeSAN / Dual Path

If customers purchase optional host cards, the following is the cabling example. The following figure shows an example of a dual controller, direct connect enclosure configuration with ten servers accessing the storage. Two servers connect to the on-board 10GbE iSCSI (RJ45) ports. Eight servers connect to the optional host cards. To learn more about host cards support and installation, please refer to the chapter 3.3, Installing the

Optional Host Cards.

Figure 4-7 Ten Servers / One HBA per Server / One XCubeSAN / Dual Path

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XCubeSAN

XCubeDAS

Wake-on-SAS Cable

4.2.5. Expansion Topology and Deployment

The following images illustrate some examples of expansion topology and deployment types for dual controller XCubeSAN series.

Cascade Topology: One XCubeSAN / One XCubeDAS / Dual Path

The following figure shows an example of a dual controller XCubeSAN series connected to a dual controller XCubeDAS XD5300 series using mini SAS HD to mini SAS HD cable (SAS 12G expansion cable with Wake-on-SAS, SFF-8644 to SFF-8644).

Figure 4-8 Cascade Topology: One XCubeSAN / One XCubeDAS / Dual Path

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Cascade Topology: One XCubeSAN / Two XCubeDAS / Dual Path

XCubeSAN

XCubeDAS 1

XCubeDAS 2

Wake-on-SAS Cable

The following figure shows an example of a dual controller XCubeSAN series connected to a dual controller XCubeDAS XD5300 series which is in turn connected to the second dual controller XCubeDAS XD5300 series using mini SAS HD to mini SAS HD cable (SAS 12G expansion cable with Wake-on-SAS, SFF-8644 to SFF-8644).

Figure 4-9 Cascade Topology: One XCubeSAN / Two XCubeDAS / Dual Path

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INFORMATION:

Reverse topology is available in SANOS firmware 1.1.0.

XCubeSAN

XCubeDAS 1

XCubeDAS 2

Wake-on-SAS Cable

Reverse Topology: One XCubeSAN / Two XCubeDAS / Dual Path

The XCubeDAS can be connected in redundant connection mode based on forward direction and backward direction. This provides the optimal networking reliability.

Figure 4-10 Reverse Topology: One XCubeSAN / Two XCubeDAS / Dual Path

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Tree Topology: One Server / Two XCubeDAS

INFORMATION:

Tree topology is available in SANOS firmware 1.1.0.

XCubeSAN

XCubeDAS 1

XCubeDAS 2

Wake-on-SAS Cable

The XCubeDAS can be connected in tree topology to reduce the latency.

The following figure shows an example of a dual controller XCubeSAN series connected to two dual controller XCubeDAS XD5300 series using mini SAS HD to mini SAS HD cable (SAS 12G expansion cable with Wake-on-SAS, SFF-8644 to SFF-8644).

Figure 4-11 Tree Topology: One XCubeSAN / Two XCubeDAS / Dual Path

4.2.6. Introduction of Remote Replication

If users purchase two or more XCubeSAN series systems and plan to deploy them in different locations, the Remote Replication function in QSAN SANOS supports multiple topologies to suit various disaster recovery configurations. The following remote replication topologies are possible using native replication:

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One-Directional

Figure 4-12 One-Directional Remote Replication

A Source Volume (S) in Site A is replicating to a Target Volume (T) in Site B. This is the most basic remote replication topology.

Bi-Directional

Figure 4-13 Bi-Directional Remote Replication

Each system in a two system topology acts as a replication target for the other’s production data. A Source Volume (S1) in Site A is replicating to a Target Volume (T1) in Site B. And a Source Volume (S2) in Site B is replicating to a Target Volume (T2) in Site A.

One-to-Many

Figure 4-14 One-to-Many Remote Replication

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A single source system replicates different storage resources to multiple target systems. A Source Volume (S1) in Site A is replicating to a Target Volume (T1) in Site B. At the same time, a Source Volume (S2) in Site A is replicating to a Target Volume (T2) in Site C. So does S3 in Site A to T3 in Site D.

Many-to-One

Figure 4-15 Many-to One Remote Replication

Multiple source systems replicate to a single target system. A Source Volume (S1) in Site B is replicating to a Target Volume (T1) in Site A. At the same time, a Source Volume (S2) in Site C is replicating to a Target Volume (T2) in Site A. So does S3 in Site D to T3 in Site A.

Many-to-Many

Figure 4-16 Many-to Many Remote Replication

Combination with bi-Directional, one-to-many, and many-to-one, remote replication also supports Many-to-Many topology. Multiple source systems replicate to multiple target

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TIP:

Note that all supported topologies have a 1-to-1 configuration for each individual replication session in the topology.

The maximum replication task quantity per system is 32. It means that 32 systems are the maximum quantity of any many-to-one or one-to-many replication configuration.

systems. A Source Volume (S1) in Site A is replicating to a Target Volume (T1) in Site B. At the same time, a Source Volume (S2) in Site B is replicating to a Target Volume (T2) in Site A. And does S3 to T3, S4 to T4, …, S8 to T8.

If you want to learn more about the operations on remote replication, please refer to the Chapter 12.3, Managing Remote Replications in the XCubeSAN SANOS 4.0 User’s Manual.

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5. Descriptions of LEDs and Buttons

In this chapter, you can find all LED definitions and button behaviors of the XCubeSAN series models. By reviewing this chapter, you will have a basic understanding about the current status of the system or specific components by recognizing the LED status.

5.1. Front Panel

In this session, we will describe the system controls and indicators, and the disk drive LEDs in the front panel.

5.1.1. System Controls and Indicators

XCubeSAN features the button and indication module on the right ear. Please refer to the following content for definitions of LED behaviors.

Figure 5-1 System Controls and Indicators

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Number

Description

Definition

Enclosure Power Button/LED

Power Button

 Press the button one time to turn ON the

system power and keep pressing for 4 seconds to turn OFF the system power.

Power LED

 Solid White: Power is ON (at least one

power supply unit is supplying power to the system).

 Blinking White: The system is in the stage

of boot or shutdown.

 Off: The system is shutdown.

UID Button/LED

UID (Unique Identifier) button

 Press the button one time to turn it ON;

press it again to turn it OFF.

UID (Unique Identifier) LED

 Press the button to turn it ON, and press it

again to turn it OFF.

 Solid Blue: The system has been

identified.

 Off: The system has not been identified.

Enclosure Access LED

(Indicate the host interface connectivity.)

 Blinking Blue: The host interface activity

is on-going.

 Off: There is no host interface activity.

Enclosure Status LED

Status LED

(Indicate current health status of the system.)

 Solid Amber: System has errors including

PSU failure, abnormal voltage, abnormal temperature, any fan module failed or removed, controller degraded, pool degraded, pool failure, SSD cache pool degraded, or SSD cache pool failure.

 Off: The system is healthy.

USB Port The USB port can be plug in the LCM (LCD

Module).

Table 5-1 Descriptions of the System Controls and Indicators LEDs

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5.1.2. Disk Drive LEDs

Number

Description

Definition

Disk Drive Power LED

 Solid Blue: The disk drive is inserted and no

data access.

 Blinking Blue: The disk drive is accessing

data.

 Off: There is no disk drive inserted.

Disk Drive Status LED

 Solid Amber: There is disk drive error.  Blinking Amber (interval of 0.5 sec): The disk

drive is rebuilding.

 Blinking Amber (interval of 0.05 sec): Identify

the disk drive.

 Off: The disk drive is healthy.

Please refer to the following content for definitions of LED behaviors.

Figure 5-2 Disk Drive Indicators of LFF & SFF Disk Drive Tray

Table 5-2 Descriptions of Disk Drive LEDs

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Number

Description

Definition

Controller Status LED

 Solid Green: Controller status is normal.  Solid Red: System is booting or the controller

is failed.

Master / Slave LED (only for dual controllers)

 Solid Green: This is the Master controller.  Off: This is the Slave controller.

Dirty Cache LED

 Solid Amber: Data on the cache is waiting for

flush to disks.

 Off: There is no data on the cache.

UID (Unique Identifier) LED

 Solid Blue: The enclosure has been

identified.

 Off: The enclosure is not being identified.

Management Port Connection LED

 Solid Green: The connection is built and

normal.

 Off: No connection is built.

5.2. Rear Panel

In this session, we will describe the system control LEDs, PSU LEDs, host card LEDs, and the cache-to-flash module LED in the rear panel.

5.2.1. Controller LEDs

Please refer to the following content for definitions of the LED behaviors.

Figure 5-3 The Controller LEDs

Table 5-3 Descriptions of XCubeSAN Series Controller LEDs

Qsan XS5212D, XS5226D, XS5212S, XS5216D, XS5226S Hardware Owner's Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Notices

Regulatory Statements

Preface

About This Manual

Related Documents

Technical Support

Conventions

Information, Tip, and Caution

1. Overview

1.1. XCubeSAN Series Product Overview

1.2. XCubeSAN Series Hardware Features

1.3. XCubeSAN Series Hardware Specifications

1.4. XCubeSAN Series Package Contents

1.5. XCubeSAN Series Optional Accessories

2. System Components Overview

2.1. Front Panel

2.2. System Disk Drive Numbering

2.3. Supported Disk Drives and SSDs

2.4. Rear Panel

2.4.1. Rear Panel Layout

2.4.2. Controller Module

2.5. Power Supply Unit

2.6. Fan Module

2.7. Cache-to-Flash Memory Protection

2.7.1. Mechanism of Cache Data Protection

2.7.2. Features of the Cache-to-Flash Module

3. Installing the System Hardware

3.1. Installation Checklist

3.2. Installing Disk Drives into the Trays

3.3. Installing the Optional Host Cards

3.4. Installing the Optional Memory Modules

3.5. Installing the Optional Cache-to-Flash Modules

3.6. Installing the Optional Slide Rails

3.7. Installing the Trays into the System

3.8. Connecting the System to a Host

3.8.1. Connecting to the Management Ports

3.8.2. Dual Path (MPIO) Deployment

3.8.3. Expansion Deployment

3.9. Connecting Power Cords and Powering ON the System

3.10. Powering OFF the System

3.11. Wake-on-LAN / Wake-on-SAS to Power ON / OFF the System

3.12. Connecting a UPS

3.13. Connecting the Optional USB LCM

3.14. Discover and Carry Out the Initial Configuration for the System

4. Deployment Types and Cabling

4.1. Deployment Types

4.2. Cabling the System

4.2.1. Expansion Configuration Rules

4.2.2. Single Path Deployment

4.2.3. Dual Path (MPIO) Deployment

4.2.4. Multi-server Attached Cabling Deployment

4.2.5. Expansion Topology and Deployment

4.2.6. Introduction of Remote Replication

5. Descriptions of LEDs and Buttons

5.1. Front Panel

5.1.1. System Controls and Indicators

5.1.2. Disk Drive LEDs

5.2. Rear Panel

5.2.1. Controller LEDs