Quantum DXI5500, DXI3500 User Manual

DXi3500 and DXi5500

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DXi3500 and DXi5500

Quick Start Guide

This quick start guides provides basic installation and configuration instructions for both the DXi3500 and DXi5500 systems (see figure 1 more information, see the documentation CD provided with your DXi3500 or DXi5500 system.

This instruction uses the following conventions:

Note: Notes emphasize important information related to the main

topic.

Caution: Cautions indicate potential hazards to equipment and are

included to prevent damage to equipment.

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Choosing a Location................................... 2

Rack Space Requirements ....................... 2

Environmental Conditions ...................... 3

Preparing for the Installation.................... 3

Providing Necessary Tools ...................... 3

Taking ESD Precautions........................... 3

Unpacking the DXi3500/DXi5500 ............... 4

Installing the DXi3500/DXi5500 System .... 7

Locating the Mounting Position............. 7

Installing the DXi3500/DXi5500 Chassis . 9

Cabling the DXi3500/DXi5500 .................. 18

Cabling a DXi3500 System ....................18

Cabling a DXi5500 System ....................18

Initial Configuration ................................19

Creating a Partition.................................. 29

Deleting the Default Partition ...............29

Creating a New Partition .......................32

Creating Device Mappings.....................33

Creating a NAS Share ...............................35

Warning: Warnings indicate potential hazards to personal safety and

are included to prevent injury.

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Figure 1 DXi3500 and DXi5500

Choosing a Location

The DXi3500/DXi5500 must be installed in a restricted access location per specification

EN69050-1. This system must only be installed by qualified IT service personnel. This is

required to prevent untrained personnel from allowing body parts or electrically conductive items to penetrate into the interior of the system when replacing or installing drives, fans, and power supplies.

When choosing an installation site for the DXi3500/DXi5500 system, consider the following requirements:

• Rack Space Requirements

• Environmental Conditions

Rack Space Requirements 0

Table 1 Rack Requirements

Table 1 contains the rack requirements for both the DXi3500 and DXi5500.

Depth 27 in (68.6 cm) 25.4 in (64.5 cm)

Width 19 in (48.3 cm) 19 in (48.3 cm)

Height 3.5 in (8.9 cm), 2U 8.75 (22.2 cm), 5U

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Weight 50 lbs (22.68 kg) 122 (55.34 kg)

Air Clearance Open 4 in (10.2 cm) behind unit for proper air flow

Environmental Conditions 0

The installation site must have the following environmental conditions:

• Humidity: 20%-80% non-condensing

• Temperature: 10°C-35°C (50°F-95°F)

• Altitude: 0 to 10,000 feet (0 to 3048 meters)

These environmental conditions apply when the DX-Series system is in operation.

Note: For additional specifications, refer to the Quantum DXi3500 and DXi5500 User’s

Guide (PN 81-81701)

Preparing for the Installation

Before you begin the installation procedure in this section, make the following preparations as described in this section:

• Providing Necessary Tools

• Taking ESD Precautions

Providing Necessary Tools 0

Taking ESD Precautions 0

Provide the following tools for unpacking and installing the DXi3500 and DXi5500 systems:

• #1 PHILLIPS® screwdriver

• #2 PHILLIPS screwdriver

• #1 Flat head screwdriver

• Antistatic wrist strap included in accessory kit

Some components within the DXi3500 and DXi5500 systems contain static-sensitive parts. To avoid damaging these parts while performing installation procedures, always observe the following precautions:

• Keep the DXi3500/DXi5500 system turned off during all installation procedures.

• Use an antistatic wrist strap (included in the accessory kit).

• Keep static-sensitive parts in their original shipping containers until ready for installation.

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• Do not place static-sensitive parts on a metal surface. Place them inside their protective shipping bag or on an antistatic mat.

• Avoid touching connectors and other components.

Note: Dry climates and cold-weather heating environments have lower relative

humidity and are more likely to produce static electricity.

Unpacking the DXi3500/DXi5500

This section explains how to unpack both the DXi3500 and DXi5500 system components and move them to their final installation location.

By following these instructions, you help ensure that the system will continue to be safeguarded after it arrives at the installation site.

Unpack and remove the following components from the packing materials (see figure 2 and figure 3

Caution: Do NOT discard the packing materials after the system is unpacked. The

• DXi3500 or DXi5500 chassis

• Hard drive sleds

• Accessory kit

Warning: The DXi3500 weighs 38 lbs (17.24 kg) and the DXi5500 weights 85 lbs

packaging materials must be used if the system is relocated.

(38.56 kg) without hard drives. Two people are required to lift either unit.

4 Unpacking the DXi3500/DXi5500

Figure 2 Unpacking the

Foam

DXi3500 chassis

Battery Backup Unit (BBU)

Ethernet cables (2)

Hard drive sleds

Rail kit (rails, screws, clip nuts)

Antistatic bag

Lift point

Antistatic bag

Power cables (2)

• Documentation CD

• Serial number sheet

• StorageCare Guardian flyer

• New Customer Guide

• Drive Configuration

• China RoHS Component List

• User’s Guide Addendum

• ESD wrist strap

Hard drive number label

Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) document

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Corrugated cap

Foam

DXi5500 chassis

Hard drive sleds

Antistatic bag

Lift point

Accessory Kit Items:

• Documentation CD

• Serial number sheet

• StorageCare Guardian flyer

• New Customer Guide

• Drive Configuration

• China RoHS Component List

• User’s Guide Addendum

• Battery Backup Units (2)

• Registration card

• Rail kit (outer rails, screws, clip nuts)

• Power cords (4)

• Ethernet cables (2)

• ESD wrist strap

Hard drive number label

Foam

Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) document

Figure 3 Unpacking the DXi5500

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Installing the DXi3500/DXi5500 System

Installing the DXi3500/5000 in a rack consists of the following steps:

• Locating the Mounting Position

• Installing the DXi3500/DXi5500 Chassis

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Locating the Mounting Position 0

Both the DXi3500 and DXi5500 systems are designed to fit in a standard 19 inch wide rack. It is important to the chassis installation to locate the hole pattern in the rack rails (see

figure 4

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7U of rack space

1 DXi3500 System (2U)

1U = 1.75 in (44.45mm)

1 DXi5500 System (5U)

1U = 1.75 in (44.45mm)

.625 in (15.9 mm) .625 in (15.9 mm)

.5 in (12.7 mm) .625 in (15.9 mm) .625 in (15.9 mm)

Top of rack

.312 in (7.92 mm)

.5 in (12.7 mm)

Hole pattern

The marks above (X) indicate the location of mounting hardware on the rack rails. Ensure that any necessary mounting hardware is installed on the rack rails prior to installing the chassis.

Figure 4 Rail Hole Pattern

Warning: If the rack is empty at the time of installation, do NOT install the DXi3500

or DXi5500 chassis too high in the rack. The weight of the chassis may cause the rack to become “top heavy” and unstable if installed in the top of an empty rack.

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Clip nuts

Note: Quantum ships sufficient clip nuts to support mounting the DXi3500/DXi5500

rack rails and also to secure the front of the chassis to the rails.

Installing the DXi3500/ DXi5500 Chassis 0

To install the DXi3500/DXi5500 chassis:

Note: Ensure that clip nuts are installed on the rails (see figure 4

) prior to installing

the DXi5500 rails.

1 Assemble the DXi3500/DXi5500 support brackets figure 5

•

For the DXi5500 - The DXi5500 rails are preset for easy installation. Loosen the two

nuts securing the back portion of the rail so the rail can adjust to the depth of the rack.

•

For the DXi3500 - The DXi3500 rails are preset for 28 in (71.1cm). Loosen the nuts

to adjust the rails to the depth of the rack.

Note: Two sizes of support brackets are included with the DXi3500 rails to

support various rack depths. Measure the depth of the rack to determine the depth. The to 31 in (71.1 to 78.7 cm). The

short brackets (5 in., 12.7cm) are used for rack depths of 28

long brackets (10 in., 25.4 cm) are used for

rack depths of 32 to 36 in (81.3 to 91.4 cm). Use the appropriate support bracket for your rack.

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DXi3500: The brackets are secured with four #8 PHILLIPS screws and four nuts.

DXi3500: Bracket (short brackets pre installed)

DXi5500: Adjustment screws; adjusts to the depth of your rack

DXi5500: Front mounting bracket preset. Ensure the screws are in the correct position.

Figure 5 Assembling the Rack Rails

2 Install the left and right chassis support brackets at the beginning of a hole pattern

(see Locating the Mounting Position

) and secure as follows (see figure 6):

Note: The support brackets extend to accommodate rack depths of 30 to 36 in.

(76.2 to 91.4 cm).

•

DXi3500 - One 10-32 x .25 in. Slotted screw and a three hole nut plate on each rail

at the front and back of the rack. 10-32 x .25 in. PHILLIPS screws and nuts are also provided for racks with threaded holes (M5 x 32 metric also provided).

Note: The DXi3500 support brackets must be installed on the inside rack rails.

•

DXi5500 - Two 10-32 x .50 in. PHILLIPS screws on each rail at the front and back of

the rack for the DXi5500 (M5 x 32 metric also provided).

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Figure 6 Installing the Chassis

DXi5500 support brackets

DXi3500 support brackets

10-32 x .50 PHILLIPS screws

Clip nuts

Three hole nut plate, use middle hole (two types of threaded nut plates are provided)

10-32 x .25 slotted screw

DXi5500 support brackets

DXi3500 support brackets

Support Brackets (DXi3500 and DXi5500)

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3 Once the rails are secured to the rack, tighten the rail adjustment nuts on each rail.

Note: Ensure that the rails are level front to back and side to side when installed

4 With the support brackets installed, prepare the chassis mounting holes if necessary

(see figure 7 rack.

in the rack.

for hole location). These are the holes used to secure the chassis to the

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Chassis mounting holes

Figure 7 DXi3500/DXi5500 Chassis Mounting Holes

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5 Carefully slide the chassis into the rack.

Warning: The DXi3500 weighs 38 lbs (17.24 kg) and the DXi5500 weights 85 lbs

(38.56 kg) without hard drives. Two people are required to lift either unit.

6 Secure the DXi3500/DXi5500 chassis to the rack with the following hardware (see

figure 8

•

DXi3500 - two 10-32 x .5 in.black PHILLIPS screws on each side of the front of the

chassis. Tighten to 5 in/lbs.

•

DXi5500 - two 10-32 x .5 in. black PHILLIPS screws on each side of the front of the

chassis.

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