StorCase Technology 9-Bay 4U SCSI Ultra320 User Manual

StorCase® Technology

InfoSt ation

9-Bay SCSI Ultra320
External Expansion Chassis

User's Guide

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StorCase® Technology

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InfoSt ation

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9-Bay SCSI Ultra320

External Expansion Chassis

User's Guide

Part No. D89-0000-0163 C02 September 2003

StorCase Technology, Inc.

17600 Newhope Street

Phone [phone] Fax [phone]

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Fountain Valley, CA 92708-9885

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LIMITED WARRANTY

STORCASE TECHNOLOGY, Incorporated (StorCase) warrants that its products will be free
from defects in material and workmanship, subject to the conditions and limitations set forth
below. StorCase will, at its option, either repair or replace any part of its product that proves
defective by reason of improper workmanship or materials. Repair parts or replacement
products will be provided by StorCase on an exchange basis, and will be either new or
reconditioned to be functionally equivalent to new.

This warranty does not cover any product damage that results from accident, abuse, misuse,
natural or personal disaster, external power surge or failure, or any unauthorized disassem­bly, repair or modification. StorCase will not be responsible for any software, firmware or other
customer data stored within, or interfacing with a StorCase product.

Duration of Warranty

Seven-Year Warranty: The following StorCase products are covered by this warranty for

a period of seven (7) years from the original date of purchase from StorCase or its authorized
reseller: all Data Express® removable device enclosures and all StorCase interface cables and
accessories specifically intended for use with these products. Data Silo®, Data Stacker® and
InfoStation® products are covered by this warranty for a period of seven (7) years, excepting
the RAID controller, power supply, fan and blower components, which are covered by the
three-year warranty described below.

Three-Year Warranty: The following StorCase products are covered by this warranty for
a period of three (3) years from the original date of purchase from StorCase or its authorized
reseller: all Rhino®JR external expansion chassis, all RhinoJR removable drive enclosures,
and all RAID controller modules. In addition, the following components of the Data Express,
Data Silo, Data Stacker, InfoStation products are subject to warranty for a period of three (3)
years: all power supplies, fans and blowers.

Warranty Claim Requirements

To obtain warranty service, the defective product must be returned to your local authorized
StorCase dealer or distributor, or, with prior StorCase approval, to the StorCase factory
service center.

For defective products returned directly to StorCase, a Return Material Authorization (RMA)
number must be obtained by calling StorCase Customer Service at [phone]. The RMA
number must be prominently displayed on the outside of the return package. Shipments must
be freight-prepaid and insured, and must include the product serial number, a detailed
description of the problem experienced, and proof of the original retail purchase date. Products
must be properly packaged to prevent damage in transit. Damage resulting from improper
packaging will not be covered by this warranty. The StorCase factory service center is located
at 17650 Newhope Street, Receiving Dock, Gate #4, Fountain Valley, CA 92780, U.S.A.

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Free Technical Support

StorCase provides free technical support. If you experience any difficulty during the
installation or subsequent use of a StorCase product, please contact StorCases Technical
Support Department prior to servicing your system. This warranty covers only repair or
replacement of defective StorCase products, as described above. StorCase is not liable for,
and does not cover under warranty, any costs associated with servicing and/or installation
of StorCase products.

StorCase Technical Support can be reached in the U.S. at [phone] or toll-free at (888)
435-5460 (U.S. and Canada only). StorCase European Technical Support can be reached in
the U.K. at [phone].

Disclaimers

The foregoing is the complete warranty for the products identified above and
supersedes all other warranties and representations, whether oral or written.
StorCase expressly disclaims all warranties for the identified products, which are
not stated herein, including, to the extent permitted by applicable law, any implied
warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. In no event will
StorCase be liable to the purchaser, or to any user of a StorCase product, for any
damages, expenses, lost revenues, lost savings, lost profits, or any other
incidental or consequential damages arising from the purchase, use or inability
to use a StorCase product, even if StorCase has been advised of the possibility

of such damages.

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Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement

RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT

You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate that equipment.

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.

Important Safety Instructions

1. Read all these instructions.

2. Save these instructions for later use.

3. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

4. Do not use this product near water.

5. This product should be operated from the type of power source indicated on the
marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer
or local power company.

6. Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may
expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risk. Refer all servicing to service
personnel.

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Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise

1. Diese Hinweise sollten vollständig durchgelesen werden.

2. Diese Hinweise für einen späteren Gebrauch aufbewahren.

3. Allen auf dem Gerät angebrachten Warnungen und Hinweisen folgen.

4. Das Gerät nicht in der Nähe von Wasser verwenden.

5. Das Gerät nur mit dem Aufkleber bezeichneten Netzspannung betreiben. Bei Fragen
über die Art der Netzspannung sollte der Händler oder das
Energieversorgungsunternehmen zu rate gezogen werden.

6. Nicht versuchen das Produkt selbst zu reparieren. In allen Produkten existieren
gefährliche elektrische Spannugen. Nicht das Gehäuse öffnen.

7. Wartungsarbeiten nur von qualifiziertern Kundendienstpersonal ausführen laßen.

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Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................... 1

Packaging Information .................................................................................................. 1

Serial Number ................................................................................................................ 1

General Description ...................................................................................................... 2

Front Panel ............................................................................................................ 4

Rear Panel ............................................................................................................. 5

INFOSTATION USER INTERFACE ......................................................................................... 7

Display and Control Panel ............................................................................................ 7

Default Display Mode............................................................................................ 9

InfoStation Menu System ................................................................................... 11

InfoStation Environmental Information and Set-Up ................................................... 12

System Error Status ........................................................................................... 13

Drive Bay SCSI ID Configuration ........................................................................ 14

Spin-Up Option Set-Up ....................................................................................... 16

SAF-TE Processor Board SCSI ID Set-Up ........................................................ 18

SAF-TE Processor Board Multiple LUN Set-Up ................................................ 19

Enabling/Disabling the Buzzer ........................................................................... 20

Enclosure ID Set-Up ........................................................................................... 21

Changing the Blower Speed .............................................................................. 22

Serial Port Set-Up ............................................................................................... 23

Fibre Channel Speed Set-Up ............................................................................. 25

Banner Set-Up .................................................................................................... 26

Firmware Revision ............................................................................................. 27

Drive Bay Interface Panel .......................................................................................... 28

Insert/Remove Push Button ............................................................................... 29

Inserting a Drice Carrier (with Drive Installed) ................................................. 29

Removing a Drive Carrier (with Drive Installed) ............................................... 29

SCSI CHANNEL CONFIGURATIONS ................................................................................... 30

Termination of the SCSI Bus at the VHDCI Connectors ........................................... 30

Ultra320 I/O Module ............................................................................................ 30

Ultra160 I/O Repeater Module ............................................................................ 31

Single-Channel InfoStation ......................................................................................... 32

Dual-Channel InfoStation............................................................................................ 33

4-Channel InfoStation ................................................................................................. 34

Typical SCSI Channel Configurations........................................................................ 35

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APPENDICES ........................................................................................................................ 39

Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions .................................................................. 40

Appendix B - Optional Accessories......................................................................... 44

SCSI I/O Kits ........................................................................................................ 44

SAF-TE Processor Board .................................................................................. 46

RAID Controller Modules .................................................................................... 47

Slide Rail Kit......................................................................................................... 50

Optional Power Supply Module .......................................................................... 51

Optional Blower Module ..................................................................................... 52

Drive Carrier ........................................................................................................ 52

Carrying Case ..................................................................................................... 53

InfoStation Monitoring Utility (InfoMon) .............................................................. 54

Reader's Comments............................................................................................................ 55

List of Figures

Figure 1: InfoStation 9-Bay ............................................................................................ 2

Figure 2: InfoStation Front Panel ................................................................................... 4

Figure 3: InfoStation Rear Panel .................................................................................... 6

Figure 4: Display and Control Panel .............................................................................. 7

Figure 5: InfoStation Drive Carrier Interface .............................................................. 28

Figure 6: InfoStation VHDCI Connector (Ultra320 I/O Module) .................................. 30

Figure 7: InfoStation VHDCI Connectors (Ultra160 I/O Repeater Module) ................ 31

Figure 8: Single-Channel InfoStation I/O Module Location ......................................... 32

Figure 9: Dual-Channel InfoStation I/O Module Location............................................ 33

Figure 10: 4-Channel InfoStation I/O Module Location ................................................. 34

Figure 11: Typical Single SCSI Host Connection to InfoStation ................................... 35

Figure 12: Typical Dual SCSI Host Connection to InfoStation ...................................... 36

Figure 13: Typical Dual SCSI Host Connection to InfoStation ...................................... 37

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Figure A-1: InfoStation 9-Bay Physical Dimensions ...................................................... 43

Figure B-1: Ultra320 I/O Module Kit ................................................................................. 44

Figure B-2: Ultra160 I/O Repeater Module Kit ................................................................. 45

Figure B-3: SAF-TE Processor Board ............................................................................ 46

Figure B-4: SCSI-to-SCSI Dual RAID Controller Module Unit ......................................... 47

Figure B-5: FC-to-SCSI Dual RAID Controller Module Unit ............................................. 48

Figure B-6: Single RAID Controller Module Upgrade ...................................................... 49

Figure B-7: Rack Mount Slide Rail Kit .............................................................................. 50

Figure B-8: Power Supply Module .................................................................................. 51

Figure B-9: Blower Module .............................................................................................. 52

Figure B-10: Drive Carrier ................................................................................................. 52

Figure B-11: Carrying Case ............................................................................................... 53

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List of Tables

Table 1: Display and Control Panel Components .............................................................. 8

Table 2: InfoStation Menu Navigation Switches ............................................................. 11

Table 3: Default Bay SCSI ID Assignments ..................................................................... 14

Table 4: Motor Spin Functions ......................................................................................... 17

Table 5: Drive Carrier Interface Components ................................................................. 28

NOTICE: This User's Guide is subject to periodic updates without notice. While reasonable

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efforts have been made to ensure accuracy of this document, Storcase Technol­ogy, Inc. assumes no liability resulting from errors or omissions in this publication,
or from the use of the information contained herein.

Please check the StorCase web site at http://www.storcase.com or contact your
StorCase representative for the latest revision of this document.

Introduction 1

INTRODUCTION

CAUTION: The InfoStation contains NO USER SERVICEABLE parts inside the unit.

NOTES: The InfoStation 9-bay supports daisy-chaining for Ultra160 applications

Refer ALL servicing to qualified service personnel!

VHDCI connectors are easily damaged by improper handling. Visually
inspect each connector for bent contacts and carefully align prior to
insertion.

only.

The installation, configuration, and use of the StorCase InfoStation chas­sis requires a certain level of expertise and experience on the part of the
user/integrator. Since there are many configuration options and variables
(ie. host platforms, applications, etc), only general/typical configuration
guidelines will be discussed in this User's Guide.

For installation information, refer to the InfoStation Installation Guide.

PackagingInformation

The StorCase Technology InfoStation external expansion chassis is shipped in a container
designed to provide protection and prevent damage during shipment, as confirmed by the
International Safe Transit Association (ISTA Procedure 1A). The InfoStation was carefully
inspected before and during the packing procedure at the factory. Evidence of any damage
to the InfoStation should be reported to the shipper immediately.

If the wrong InfoStation model has been received, please call your reseller or StorCase at
[phone] to arrange for a Return Material Authorization (RMA). StorCase cannot ac­cept returns which do not display an RMA number on the outside of the package. Return the
unit with all the original packing materials.

Before removing any component from its packaging, discharge any static electricity by
touching a properly grounded metal object.

Serial Number

The InfoStation is labeled with a serial number. This number must be reported to the StorCase
Customer Service Representative in order to receive a Return Material Authorization (RMA)
for warranty claims. Locate the serial number label and record the number in the space
provided below.

InfoStation Serial Number:

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2 Introduction

GeneralDescription

The StorCase® Technology InfoStation® intelligent rack-mount expansion chassis is
designed to support the latest high-density, high-speed SCSI disk drive technologies for use
in network server, fault-tolerant and/or mission-critical applications. The InfoStation is
designed to support 3.5" form factor, half-height (up to 1.6" high) SCSI Ultra320 devices.

The InfoStation's dual backplane design can accommodate up to nine (9) single-connect SCA
SCSI devices (Figure 1). Each chassis is constructed of rugged steel, lightweight aluminum
and plastic, and is equipped with either one (1) or two (2) 450 watt redundant, hot-swappable
power supply modules, either one (1) or two (2) redundant, hot swappable blower modules
(depending on the model) and a User Interface module designed to provide continual chassis
data feedback and control of drive configurations.

The InfoStation SCSI backplane comes standard with either one (1), two (2), or four (4) Ultra320
I/O modules or Ultra160 repeater modules (for daisy-chaining applications). InfoStation can
easily be upgraded with optional interface kits to support up to four channels (refer to Appendix
B for further information).

Another unique feature of the InfoStation is the InfoMon® monitoring utility program. InfoMon
is a console utility that provides the InfoStation with web-based monitoring capability via a serial
connection. The latest versions of the InfoMon utility program and User's Guide can be
downloaded (free of charge) from the StorCase web site (http://www.storcase.com).
Contact StorCase for further information.

A SAF-TE Processor Board is also available as an InfoStation upgrade option. Refer to
Appendix B for further information on optional InfoStation accessories.

IFS9_3

Figure 1: InfoStation 9-Bay

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Introduction 3

Using a modular approach supported by redundant features and hot swapping capabilities,
the InfoStation will provide continued data availability and allow for ease of maintenance and
minimal system down time.

The modular and scalable design of the InfoStation chassis also allows a variety of future
product upgrades to be offered, such as future support for Fibre host interfaces. Dual RAID
Controller modules and upgrade modules (providing remote diagnostics capabilities and SES
or SNMP compliance, are also anticipated InfoStation options.

This User's Guide describes the steps required for installing drive(s) into the InfoStation
external expansion chassis. This guide is intended to supplement documentation provided with
the host computer system, the operating system, and the drive(s) to be installed within the
InfoStation.

Features:

 4U rack-mount chassis
 Nine (9) removable half-height SCA drive carriers

 SCSI Ultra320 drive support
 Scalable backplane design
 Corrosion-resistant steel construction
 One (2) or two (2) hot-swappable high-pressure/variable-speed blower modules

 One (1) or two (2) 450W hot-swappable power supply modules (depending on

 Eight-character scrolling display and control panel
 Audible alarm
 Status indicators at each bay
 1, 2, or 4-channel configurable
 RAID ready (Optional SCSI-to-SCSI and FC-to-SCSI RAID Controller Modules

 Web-based monitoring utility
 7-year warranty and free 24/7 technical support

(depending on model)

model)

available)

FrontPanel

(Figure 2)

 User Interface Module (UIM) - Provides control of drive set-up options while the

 SCA Drive Carrier(s) - Accommodate up to nine (9) 3.5" half-height or low-profile

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8-character LED panel displays system statuses, alarms, and warnings. Refer to
section "InfoStation User Interface" for further information.

single-connect SCSI devices. Backplane design with direct-connect SCA connec­tors eliminates cable connections to SCSI drives, increases data integrity, and sup­ports drive hot swappability.

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 Bay Identify LED(s) - Indicate that the drive bay is currently being selected for

SCSI ID set-up (via the UI Module).

 Drive Bay LED(s) - Provides the following information:

Drive Ready - Indicates that the drive is properly installed and

ready for access.

Drive Activity - Indicates that the drive is being accessed.

Drive Fault - Indicates a drive failure.

 Key Lock(s) - Assure proper seating of the drive carrier within the chassis and

 Insert/Remove Push Button(s) - Allow the drive carrier(s) to be removed and

 Chassis Handle(s) - Provide a sturdy grip for the installation and removal of the

prevent unauthorized removal or installation of the carrier.

NOTE: The key lock is only to prevent unauthorized removal or installation of the

drive carrier. Locking the key lock is not required for drive carrier oper­ation.

installed at anytime (Refer to the InfoStation Installation Guide for further infor-

mation).

rack-mount chassis.

UI

Module

Bay Identify

LED

Insert/Remove

Push Button

Key

Lock

Chassis

Handle

IFS9_4

SCA Drive

Carrier

Drive Carrier

Handle

Drive

Ready

Drive

Activity

LEDs

Drive
Fault

Figure 2: InfoStation Front Panel

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RearPanel

(Figure 3)

 I/O Module(s) - InfoStation comes equipped with either one, two, or four Ultra320

 I/O Blank Plate(s) - May be removed when installing additional I/O modules.

 Blower Module(s) - Depending on the model, either single or dual redundant, hot

I/O modules or Ultra160 I/O repeater modules (for daisy-chaining applications). Ad­ditional I/O interfaces are available, for up to four (4) channels. Refer to Appendix
B for further information.

NOTE: The InfoStation 9-bay supports daisy-chaining for Ultra160

applications only.

I/O Module LED(s) -

Error LED (Amber) - Flashing indicates a detection in either:

1. Over temperature

2. Low termination voltage

3. Invalid differential voltage

Diagnostic LED (Green) - ON indicates PASS.

OFF indicates FAILURE (Error LED will flash)

Refer to the UI Module or InfoMon for detailed information on I/O module status.

NOTE: Blank plate (provided) must be installed if any module slot is left

empty. Installation of the blank plate is necessary for proper
cooling inside chassis.

swappable modules each with two (2) high-pressure blowers inside, provide ample
cooling for high speed drives (79 CFM each module). Each module features blower
fault detection, total usage hours, and self-adjusting blowers for optimal cooling
performance.

Blower Module LED(s) -

Green LED - Steady glow indicates normal blower operation.

Red LED - Flashing indicates at least one blower failure.

Module Handle(s) - Provide a sturdy grip for the installation and removal of the
InfoStation modules.

WARNING: DO NOT USE MODULE HANDLES TO LIFT CHASSIS! These

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handles are specifically designed for the installation and re­moval of modules only!

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 Power Supply Module(s) - Depending on the model, either one (1) or two (2) 450W

redundant, hot swappable power supply modules. Each module features overvolt-

age and overcurrent protection, total usage hours, and power supply fault detection.

Power Supply Module LED(s) -

Green LED - Steady glow indicates normal power supply opera-

tion.
No glow indicates no A/C power or abnormal DC
voltage range.

Red LED - Flashing indicates temperature or over/undervoltage

conditions.

Power Supply Handle(s) with Locking Thumbscrew(s) - Lock the power

supply module into the InfoStation chassis and allow for easy installation and

removal of the power supply module(s).

Power Switch(es) - Rocker switch(es) control power to the power supply

module(s).

A/C Power In - Accepts U.S. and other available international standard power

cords.

 Module Option - Allows the installation of future StorCase upgrade products such

as optional Dual RAID controller modules and support for Fibre host interfaces.

Upgrade modules, providing remote diagnostics capabilities and SNMP compliance,

are also anticipated InfoStation options.

I/O Blank

Top

Plate

I/O

Module LEDs

Module

Option

Power Supply
Module LEDs

Power Supply

Handle

Power Supply

Module

Power

Switch

Locking

Thumbscrew

Blower

Module

LEDs

IFS14_5

I/O Module

Module
Handle

Blower

Module

Figure 3: InfoStation Rear Panel

(2-Channel Dual Power Supply and Blower Module Version shown)

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INFOSTATION USER INTERFACE

CAUTION: The User Interface Module contains NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS in-

side the unit. Warranty is VOID if module is opened. Refer all servicing
to qualified service personnel!

The StorCase InfoStation is an intelligent external expansion chassis. Each InfoStation is
equipped with a comprehensive User Interface (UI) which provides chassis status based on
several internal environmental sensors. This section describes the InfoStation UI features and
functions.

The UI has two (2) main functions:

1. To display the enclosure's environmental status and indicate alarm conditions

2. To interact with the User to select drive bay SCSI IDs and the Enclosure ID

The UI is comprised of the following two components:

1. Display and Control Panel

2. Drive Carrier Indicators (LEDs) and Insert/Remove Push Buttons (9 total)

Display and Control Panel

(Figure 4)

The InfoStation Display and Control Panel provides an 8-character scrolling display, system
status LEDs and control buttons (which allow the User to select system drive bay SCSI IDs,
Enclosure ID, etc.), and also to view up-to-date chassis environmental conditions.

Mute

LED

Drive

Shutdown

Override

LED

Shutdown

Override

Switch

Enter

Button

Cancel

Button

Scroll

Up

Button

Scroll
Down

Button

LED

Display

IFS_6

Hidden
Buzzer

RJ45

Connector

(Serial Port)

System

Error
LED

Buzzer

Master

Reset

Switch

Figure 4: Display and Control Panel

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Table 1: Display and Control Panel Components

NOTE: Alarm conditions cannot be reset! An alarm condition will automatically

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The UI Module (together with the drive bay, blower, power supply, and I/O modules) provides
the following enclosure monitoring and control capabilities:

1. Average internal temperature and the ambient external temperature of the InfoStation

2. InfoStation system 5V and 12V readings

3. SCSI mode for each channel

4. Type of RAID Controller Module installed

5. Buzzer enable/disable

6. Drive bay SCSI ID set-up

7. Drive bay spin-up options set-up

8. Start-up banner set-up

9. Enclosure ID set-up

10. Serial port set-up

11. Variable blower speed levels

12. Fibre channel speed set-up

13. SAF-TE SCSI ID set-up

14. SAF-TE Board multiple LUN set-up

chassis

Default Display Mode

After the InfoStation's start up sequence, the front panel display will show the temperature
inside the enclosure. Under normal operation, the display shows the average temperature
of the enclosure:

T e m p : x x C

This display mode shows the enclosure's average temperature reading, with xx representing
the degrees in Celsius. The colon (:) will blink, indicating that the InfoStation monitoring circuitry
is working.

NOTE: This display will be referred to as the Factory-Default Display.

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At the Factory-Default Display, the user can view the User-Selectable Default Displays
(shown below) by simply using the UP and DOWN keys (refer to section "InfoStation Menu
System" for further information).

B A N N E R

This display shows either the factory-default banner (StorCase), or a user-defined one. A
user-defined banner can be up to 8-characters long. The banner can be set with either the
UI Module (refer to section "Banner Set-Up" for further information) or via the InfoMon software
(refer to the InfoMon User's Guide for further information).

h h : m m z

This display shows the time maintained by the InfoStation. hh represents the hour and mm
is the minute. z represents A or P in the 12-hour time format (or blank if in the 24-hour time
format). The colon (:) will blink, indicating that the INFOSTATION monitoring circuitry is working.

NOTE: The 24-hour time format is factory-default. To change into the 12-hour time

(AM/PM) format, the InfoMon software must be used (refer to the InfoMon
User's Guide for further information).

E n c I D : x x

This display shows the enclosure ID, with xx representing the ID number. The colon (:) will
blink, indicating that the INFOSTATION monitoring circuitry is working.

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InfoStation Menu System

The menu system navigation is done using the Enter, Cancel, Up, and Down switches.

The following table describes the specific function of each navigation button.

Table 2: InfoStation Menu Navigation Switches

Switch

Enter

Description

This button is used to select an item at any level. If the Enter
button is pushed at the last menu item, a detailed description
of that particular menu item will be scrolled across the display.

Up
Down

These buttons are used to scroll through the available options
for any particular menu list.

This button is used to terminate the menu system and return

Cancel

to the Default Display Mode. The menu system will automatic­ally cancel after 15 seconds of User inactivity.

The first menu level is entered when the Enter button is pushed at the Default Display. Only
one menu item of a particular menu level can be displayed at one time.

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12 InfoStation User Interface

InfoStation Environmental Information and Set-Up

Status

The following steps show how to access the various InfoStation status information.

NOTE: Press CANCEL at anytime to exit the menu system and return to the Default

Display. The menu system will automatically cancel after 15 seconds of
User inactivity.

T E M P : x x C

ENTER

S t a t u s

ENTER

A v g : x x C

DOWN

D U A L x x x x

DOWN

1. Press ENTER at the Default Display so that

display = Status.

2. Press ENTER so that display = Avg:xxC.

This display shows the average temperature in­side the InfoStation chassis.

3. Press DOWN until display = DUALxxxx.

This display shows the type of RAID Controller
Module installed (if installed).

4. Press DOWN until display = Ch3:xxx.

This display shows the SCSI mode of Channel 3

UP/DOWN

DOWN

DOWN

C h 3 : x x x

C h 0 : x x x

5. Press DOWN until display = NumCha:x.

N u m C h a : x

6. Press DOWN until display = Fans:x.

(xxx represents either LVD or SE).

Press DOWN to scroll through Channels 2-0.

This display shows the number of channels
configured for the InfoStation chassis.

This display shows the number of blowers

DOWN

DOWN

F a n s : x

7. Press DOWN until display = 12.xxV.

1 2 . x x V

8. Press DOWN until display = 5.xxV.

5 . x x V

configured for the InfoStation chassis.

This display shows the InfoStation system 12V
reading.

This display shows the InfoStation system 5V
reading.

DOWN

E x t : x x C

9. Press DOWN so that display = Ext:xxC.

This display shows the temperature outside the
InfoStation chassis.

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System Error Status

The following steps show how to view InfoStation error conditions.

NOTE: Press CANCEL at anytime to exit the menu system and return to the Default

Display.

1. Press ENTER at the Default Display so that

display = Status.

2. Press DOWN until display = Error.

3. Press ENTER and any errors present will be

displayed.

Press Up or Down to scroll through the error list.

If no error is present, then display will read "No
Error".

NOTE: Press ENTER after each individual error to view a detailed description of

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the abbreviated error conditions. The error is reported in "real-time." For
this reason, it is possible that an error condition can appear during the first
pass-thru of the error list, but not on subsequent pass-thrus. It is also
possible for a new error condition to appear during subsequent pass­thrus.

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Drive Bay SCSI ID Configuration

Although the InfoStation will operate properly without the Display and Control Panel, no status
will be reported, and the drive bay SCSI IDs must be configured as follows:

- If a drive bay's SCSI ID has not been configured previously, the SCSI ID will default to the values
listed in Table 3 below.

- If a drive bay's SCSI ID has been configured previously, the configured SCSI ID will be
assumed.

Table 3: Default Bay SCSI ID Assignments

Bay SCSI ID

0

1

1

2

2

3

3

4

4

5

5

6

6

7
8

8

9

9

NOTE: Factory default SAF-TE Processor Board SCSI ID (if installed) is 15.

SCSI ID Indicators:

- A blinking SCSI ID value indicates that the bay is either empty or contains a drive
that is offline. SCSI ID can only be changed in this mode.

- A non-blinking SCSI ID value indicates that the bay contains a drive that is currently
active.

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The following steps show how to set-up the drive bay SCSI ID via the Display and Control Panel.

NOTE: Press CANCEL at anytime to exit the menu system and return to the Default

Display. The menu system will automatically cancel after 15 seconds of
User inactivity.

1. Press ENTER at the Default Display so that

display = Status.

2. Press DOWN until display = Bay Cfg.

3. Press ENTER so that display = SCSI ID.

4. Press ENTER again until display = BAY1:0.

The drive bay can be configured only when the
SCSI ID number is blinking. If the drive bay
contains a drive or is online, SCSI ID will not blink.

5. Press ENTER to change the SCSI ID.

The * next to the ID number indicates current
SCSI ID.

6. Press UP or DOWN to change the SCSI ID value.

7. Press ENTER to accept the change.

8. Press UP or DOWN to scroll through each bay

NOTE: The drive bay SCSI ID can only be set when the drive bay is inactive (e.g.

when Drive Ready LED is OFF).

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The ? indicates possible SCSI ID conflict with the
other drive bays in the same enclosure.

and repeat steps 5-7 to change bay configura­tion.

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Spin-Up Option Set-Up

The following steps show how to change the InfoStation drive bay spin-up option.

NOTE: Press CANCEL at anytime to exit the menu system and return to the Default

Display. The menu system will automatically cancel after 15 seconds of
User inactivity.

1. Press ENTER at the Default Display so that

display = Status.

2. Press DOWN until display = Bay Cfg.

3. Press ENTER so that display = SCSI ID.

4. Press DOWN until display = Spin up.

5. Press ENTER to change the spin-up option.

This is the current spin-up setting.

6. Press UP or DOWN to change the spin-up option.

7. Press ENTER to accept the change.

NOTE: If the enclosure is already powered up, then the spin-up option will be

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Table 4: Spin-Up Option Settings

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SAF-TE Processor Board SCSI ID Set-Up

The following steps show how to change the SAF-TE processor board SCSI ID.

NOTES: Only necessary if the optional SAF-TE processor board is installed.

Factory default SAF-TE Processor Board SCSI ID is 15.

Press CANCEL at anytime to exit the menu system and return to the Default
Display.The menu system will automatically cancel after 15 seconds of
User inactivity.

1. Press ENTER at the Default Display so that

2. Press DOWN until display = SAFT Cfg.

3. Press ENTER so that display = SCSI ID.

4. Press ENTER again so that display = SAFT1:xx.

5. Press UP or DOWN to change the SAF-TE pro-

6. Press ENTER to accept the change.

NOTE: The SAF-TE processor board SCSI ID can be changed anytime. However,

it will only take effect after a system power up.

display = Status.

This is the current SAF-TE SCSI ID.

cessor board SCSI ID.

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SAF-TE Processor Board Multiple LUN Set-Up

The following steps show how to change the SAF-TE processor board Multiple LUN set-up.
The Multiple LUN feature is only supported by the StorCase RAID Controller. Change the setting
(to Single LUN) when using the optional SAF-TE board in conjunction with a non-StorCase RAID
Controller (such as a PCI-based controller).

NOTES: Only necessary if the optional SAF-TE board is installed and used in con-

T E M P : x x C

ENTER

S t a t u s

DOWN

S A F T C f g

ENTER

S C S I I D

DOWN

M u l t i L U N

junction with a non-StorCase RAID Controller.

MulLUN 0 = Single LUN
MulLUN 1 = Multiple LUN (Factory Default)

Press CANCEL at anytime to exit the menu system and return to the Default
Display.The menu system will automatically cancel after 15 seconds of
User inactivity.

1. Press ENTER at the Default Display so that

display = Status.

2. Press DOWN until display = SAFT Cfg.

3. Press ENTER so that display = SCSI ID.

4. Press DOWN so that display = MultiLUN.

ENTER

M u l L U N = 1

UP/DOWN

M u l L U N = 0

ENTER

M u l L U N = 0

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5. Press ENTER so that display = MulLUN=x.

This is the current MultiLUN setting.

6. Press UP or DOWN to change the MultiLUN

setting.

7. Press ENTER to accept the change.

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Enabling/Disabling the Buzzer

The following steps show how to enable/disable the InfoStation alarm/warning buzzer.

NOTE: Press CANCEL at anytime to exit the menu system and return to the Default

Display. The menu system will automatically cancel after 15 seconds of
User inactivity.

1. Press ENTER at the Default Display so that

display = Status.

2. Press DOWN until display = Buzzer.

3. Press ENTER so that display = BUZ=ON (or
BUZ=OFF).
This is the current buzzer setting.

4. Press UP or DOWN to enable or disable the
buzzer.

5. Press ENTER to accept the change.

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Enclosure ID Set-Up

The following steps show how to view and change the InfoStation Enclosure ID.

NOTE: Press CANCEL at anytime to exit the menu system and return to the Default

T E M P : x x C

ENTER

S t a t u s

DOWN

ENTER

ENTER

E n c . I D = 0

UP/DOWN

E n c . I D = 8

ENTER

E n c . I D = 8

Display. The menu system will automatically cancel after 15 seconds of
User inactivity.

1. Press ENTER at the Default Display so that

display = Status.

2. Press DOWN until display = Setup.

S e t u p

3. Press ENTER so that display = Enc. ID.

E n c . ID

4. Press ENTER so that display = Enc. ID=x.

This is the current enclosure ID.

5. Press UP or DOWN to change the enclosure ID

number.

6. Press ENTER to accept the change.

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Changing the Blower Speed

The following steps show how to change the InfoStation blower speed.

NOTE: Press CANCEL at anytime to exit the menu system and return to the Default

T E M P : x x C

ENTER

S t a t u s

DOWN

ENTER

E n c . I D

DOWN

F a n S p e e d

ENTER

F A N S P D = 0

UP/DOWN

Display. The menu system will automatically cancel after 15 seconds of
User inactivity.

1. Press ENTER at the Default Display so that
display = Status.

2. Press DOWN until display = Setup.

S e t u p

3. Press ENTER so that display = Enc. ID.

4. Press DOWN until display = FanSpeed.

5. Press ENTER so that display = FANSPD=x.
This is the current blower speed level.

6. Press UP or DOWN to change the blower speed
level.

F A N S P D = 3

ENTER

F A N S P D = 3

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7. Press ENTER to accept the change.

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Serial Port Set-Up

The following steps show how to view and change the InfoStation serial port option.

NOTE: Press CANCEL at anytime to exit the menu system and return to the Default

T E M P : x x C

ENTER

S t a t u s

DOWN

ENTER

E n c . I D

DOWN

S e r . P o r t

ENTER

S - P o r t = 0

UP/DOWN

S - P o r t = 1

Display. The menu system will automatically cancel after 15 seconds of
User inactivity.

1. Press ENTER at the Default Display so that

display = Status.

2. Press DOWN until display = Setup.

S e t u p

3. Press ENTER so that display = Enc. ID.

4. Press DOWN until display = Ser.Port

5. Press ENTER so that display = S-Portx .

This is the current serial port set-up.

6. Press UP or DOWN to change the serial port

option.

ENTER

S - P o r t = 1

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7. Press ENTER to accept the change.

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Serial Port Set-Up (cont'd)

NOTES: Press CANCEL at anytime to exit the menu system and return to the Default

The following lists each InfoStation serial port option and its description.

S.Port0 = InfoMon monitoring via the UI Module Serial Port (refer to the InfoMon

S.Port1 = RAID configuration through the Primary RAID Controller Module via the

S.Port2 = RAID configuration through the Secondary RAID Controller Module via

S.Port3 = RAID configuration through the Primary RAID Controller Module via the

S.Port4 = RAID configuration through the Secondary RAID Controller Module via

Display. The menu system will automatically cancel after 15 seconds of
User inactivity.

Factory default Serial Port Set-Up is S.Port0.

User's Guide for further information).

UI Module Serial Port.

the UI Module Serial Port.

RAID Controller Module Serial Port.

InfoMon can also be monitored simultaneously via the UI Module Serial
Port.

the RAID Controller Module Serial Port.

InfoMon can also be monitored simultaneously via the UI Module Serial
Port.

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Fiber Channel Speed Set-Up

The following steps show how to change the InfoStation Fibre Channel Speed.

NOTE: Press CANCEL at anytime to exit the menu system and return to the Default

T E M P : x x C

ENTER

S t a t u s

DOWN

ENTER

E n c . I D

DOWN

F C S p e e d

ENTER

F C S P D = 1

UP/DOWN

F C S P D = 0

ENTER

Display. The menu system will automatically cancel after 15 seconds of
User inactivity.

1. Press ENTER at the Default Display so that

display = Status.

2. Press DOWN until display = Setup.

S e t u p

3. Press ENTER so that display = Enc. ID.

4. Press DOWN until display = FC Speed.

5. Press ENTER so that display = FC SPD=1.

This is the current Fibre Channel speed.

6. Press UP or DOWN to change the Fibre Channel

speed.

7. Press ENTER to accept the change.

F C S P D = 0

NOTES: FC Speed 0 = 1Gbps

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FC Speed 1 = 2Gbps

Factory default is 2Gbps (FC Speed 1).

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Banner Set-Up

The following steps show how to customize the InfoStation start-up banner.

NOTE: Press CANCEL at anytime to exit the menu system and return to the Default

T E M P : x x C

ENTER

S t a t u s

DOWN

ENTER

E n c . I D

DOWN

B a n n e r

ENTER

B a n n e r

UP/DOWN

C a n n e r

Display. The menu system will automatically cancel after 15 seconds of
User inactivity.

1. Press ENTER at the Default Display so that
display = Status.

2. Press DOWN until display = Setup.

S e t u p

3. Press ENTER so that display = Enc. ID.

4. Press DOWN until display = Banner.

5. Press ENTER to change the Banner.
The first letter/character will start to blink.

6. Press UP or DOWN to change the first letter/
character.

ENTER

C a n n e r

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7. Press ENTER to accept the new or existing
letter/character.

8. Repeat Steps 6-7 to change banner characters
2-8.

Pressing ENTER at the last letter/character will
accept the new banner altogether.

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Firmware Revision

The following steps show how to access InfoStation firmware revision information.

NOTE: Press CANCEL at anytime to exit the menu system and return to the Default

Display. The menu system will automatically cancel after 15 seconds of
User inactivity.

T E M P : x x C

ENTER

1. Press ENTER at the Default Display so that

display = Status.

S t a t u s

DOWN

V e r s i o n

ENTER

2. Press DOWN until display = Version.

3. Press ENTER to display the Firmware revision

number.

V x . x . x x

NOTE: This User Interface Module option can not be changed.

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Drive Bay Interface Panel

Each InfoStation drive bay provides a User interface for individual bay operation (Figure

5)

Key Lock

Drive Bay

LEDs

Bay Identify

LED

Drive Carrier

Handle

IFS9_9

Insert/Remove

Push Button

Figure 5: Drive Bay Interface Panel

The Drive Bay Interface Panel consists of the following indicators and buttons:

Table 5: Drive Bay Interface Components

Drive Ready LED

Drive Activity LED

Drive Fault LED

Bay Identify LED

Steady glow indicates that drive is inserted
and ready for access.

Flashing indicates that drive is inserted and
in the process of being powered up.

Steady glow indicates drive is being accessed.

Steady glow indicates drive failure.

Steady glow indicates drive bay SCSI ID
set-up mode active.

Insert/Remove
Push Button

Used to put the drive in Online (insert) or
Offline (remove) mode.

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Insert/Remove Push Button

NOTE: Refer to the InfoStation Installation Guide for detailed information on

The operator must follow the procedures below to remove or insert a drive carrier (with drive
installed) into the InfoStation drive bay.

inserting/ removing drives from the InfoStation chassis.

Inserting a Drive Carrier (with Drive Installed)

NOTES: A new drive can be inserted into an empty bay at anytime. However, the

1. Press and hold the Insert/Remove button in until the Drive Ready LED starts to flash
(approximately 3 seconds).

2. Drive is ready to be accessed when the Drive Ready LED glows instead of flashes.

drive will not be ready for access until the following procedure is
followed.

The key lock is only to prevent unauthorized removal or installation of the
drive carrier. Locking the key lock is not required for drive carrier oper­ation.

Refer to the InfoStation Installation Guide for detailed information on
inserting/removing drives from the InfoStation chassis.

Removing a Drive Carrier (with Drive Installed)

CAUTION: Proper procedure must be followed when removing a disk drive from the

NOTE: Refer to the InfoStation Installation Guide for detailed information on

1. Press and hold the Insert/Remove button in until the Drive Ready LED starts to flash
(approximately 3 seconds).

2. Drive is ready to be removed when the Drive Ready LED is OFF.

3. Unlock the key lock (if locked) and remove the drive carrier by pulling on carrier handle.

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drive bay. It is the responsibility of the operator to ensure that the host
does not access the drive while attempting to remove the disk drive, and
to follow the procedure outlined below. Failure to do so may result in loss
of data and/or damage to the drive itself!

inserting/removing drives from the InfoStation chassis.

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SCSI CHANNEL CONFIGURATIONS

Termination of the SCSI Bus at the VHDCI Connectors

Ultra320 I/O Module

CAUTION: VHDCI connectors are easily damaged by improper handling. Visually

inspect each connector for bent contacts and carefully align prior to
insertion.

NOTES: Port-A does not require a terminator (it is terminated internally).

Port-A connects to SCSI Host.

PORT A

ERR DIAG

SCSI LVD/SE

IFS14_12

Figure 6: InfoStation VHDCI Connector

(Ultra320 I/O Module)

I/O Module LEDs

Error LED (Amber) - Flashing indicates a detection in either:

1. Over temperature

2. Low termination voltage

3. Invalid differential voltage

Diagnostic LED (Green) - ON indicates PASS.

OFF indicates FAILURE (Error LED will flash)

Refer to the UI Module or InfoMon for detailed information on I/O module status.

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Ultra160 I/O Repeater Module

CAUTION: When using the double-stacked VHDCI connectors (Port A-1 & A-2)

simultaneously, offset VHDCI cable connectors must be used for proper
fit. Failure to use proper cables may result in damage to the I/O repeater
module VHDCI connectors!

VHDCI connectors are easily damaged by improper handling. Visually
inspect each connector for bent contacts and carefully align prior to
insertion.

NOTES: The InfoStation 9-bay supports daisy-chaining for Ultra160 applications

only.

Port-A1 and Port-A2 are connected internally.

Port-A requires an external terminator if:

1. It is connected to the end of an external SCSI cable.

2. It is "open" and not in use. In this case, only Port B is used.

Port-B does not require a terminator (it is terminated internally).

PORT B

(TERMINATED)

ULTRA160

ERR ACT

SCSI LVD/SE

PORT A-1

PORT A-2

IFS_8a

Figure 7: InfoStation VHDCI Connectors

(Ultra160 I/O Repeater Module)

I/O Repeater Module LEDs

Error LED (Amber) - Flashing indicates a detection in either:

1. Over temperature

2. Low termination voltage

3. Invalid differential voltage

Activity LED (Green) - ON indicates that activity is present.

OFF indicates that there is no activity present.

Refer to the UIM or InfoMon for detailed information on I/O repeater module status.

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Single-Channel InfoStation

NOTES: The InfoStation 9-bay supports daisy-chaining for Ultra160 applications

only.

Up to fifteen (15) drives maximum per SCSI channel.

Optional I/O interfaces are available as an upgrade. Refer to Appendix
B for further information.

The InfoStation scalable backplane design allows either a single, dual, or four channel
configuration.

Figure 8 below shows the location of the I/O Module on the chassis rear panel for a single­channel configuration.

Module #1

(Channel 1)

InfoStation Rear

Channel 1

IFS9_5

Figure 8: Single-Channel InfoStation I/O Module Location

(and Corresponding Drive Channel Assignment)

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Dual-Channel InfoStation

NOTES: The InfoStation 9-bay supports daisy-chaining for Ultra160 applications

only.

Up to fifteen (15) drives maximum per SCSI channel.

Optional I/O interfaces are available as an upgrade. Refer to Appendix
B for further information.

Figure 9 below shows the location of the I/O Modules on the chassis rear panel for a dual­channel configuration, and the corresponding drive-to-channel assignments.

Module #2

(Channel 2)

InfoStation Rear

Channel 1 Channel 2

Module #1

(Channel 1)

IFS9_6

Figure 9: Dual-Channel InfoStation I/O Module Location

(and Corresponding Drive Channel Assignments)

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4-Channel InfoStation

NOTES: The InfoStation 9-bay supports daisy-chaining for Ultra160 applications

only.

Up to fifteen (15) drives maximum per SCSI channel.

Optional I/O interfaces are available as an upgrade. Refer to Appendix
B for further information.

Figure 10 below shows the location of the I/O Modules on the chassis rear panel for a 4-channel
configuration, and the corresponding drive-to-channel assignments.

Module #4

(Channel 4)

Channel 1 Channel 2

Module #3

(Channel 3)

InfoStation Rear

Module #2

(Channel 2)

Channel 3 Channel 4

Module #1

Module #1

(Channel 1)

(Channel 1)

IFS9_7

Figure 10: 4-Channel InfoStation I/O Module Location

(and Corresponding Drive Channel Assignments)

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Typical SCSI Channel Configurations

CAUTION: VHDCI connectors are easily damaged by improper handling. Visually

inspect each connector for bent contacts and carefully align prior to
insertion.

NOTES: The InfoStation 9-bay supports daisy-chaining for Ultra160 applications

only.

The installation, configuration, and use of the StorCase InfoStation chas­sis requires a certain level of expertise and experience on the part of the
user/integrator. Since there are many configuration options and variables
(ie. host platforms, applications, etc), only general/typical configuration
guidelines will be discussed in this User's Guide.

Up to fifteen (15) drives maximum per SCSI channel.

Optional I/O interfaces are available as an upgrade. Refer to Appendix
B for further information.

SCSI Host

Terminate or Cascade

I/O Repeater

Module #1

to another InfoStation
(Ultra160 applications only)

IFS9_15

Figure 11: Typical Single SCSI Host Connection to InfoStation

(Single-Channel InfoStation with /O Repeater Module)

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SCSI Host

#2

SCSI Host

#1

Terminate or Cascade

I/O Repeater

Module #1

to another InfoStation
(Ultra160 applications only)

IFS9_16

Figure 12: Typical Dual SCSI Host Connection to InfoStation

(Single-Channel InfoStation with I/O Repeater Module)

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To Host #2

NOTES: InfoStation 9-Bay supports daisy-chaining

for Ultra160 applications only.

Maximum 15 Disks per SCSI Channel.

I/O Repeater

Module #2

Disk Ch. 2

(5 Disks)

T

I/O Repeater

Module #1

Disk Ch. 1

(4 Disks)

T

InfoStation #2

I/O Repeater

Module #2

Disk Ch. 2

(5 Disks)

I/O Repeater

Module #1

Disk Ch. 1

(4 Disks)

To Host #1

T

InfoStation #1

=Terminator

IFS9_17

Figure 13: Typical Dual SCSI Host Connection to InfoStation

(Dual-Channel InfoStation with I/O Repeater Modules)

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APPENDICES

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Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions

The following InfoStation 9-bay specifications and dimensions are provided for reference
only.

Environmental
Specifications

Ambient Temperature 0° C to 35° C -40° C to 70° C
Relative Humidity

(1)

Altitude

(2)

Shock

(1)

Non-condensing with maximum gradient of 10% per hour

(2)

11 msec pulse width 1/2 sine wave

Physical
Specifications

Height

Width

Depth

Weight

(1)

Includes base

(2)

Weight of empty chassis (no drives installed)

Operating

10% to 80% 10% to 90%

-1000 to 10,000 ft -1000 to 40,000 ft

-305m to 3048m -305m to 12195m
10g 60g

6.95" (176.5mm)

16.92" (429.8mm)

20.57" (522.5mm)

58.0 lbs (26.4kg)

(2)

Electrical
Specifications

(per 450W Power Supply Module)

AC Input

DC Output

Storage

Chassis Reliability/Maintainability

MTBF 100,000 Hours

Preventive
Maintenance

Power Supply Module
Blower Module
I/O Module

100 to 120VAC or 200 to 240VAC, 50/60 Hz

5V at 40A, 12V at 21A

Cooling

(per Blower Module)

79 CFM

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StorCase InfoStation

SCSI Ultra320 Rack Mount Enclosure

9 Bay

# of BaySupported 9

# of Drive Carriers Included 9

Max. # of Drives Supported 9

Max. Storage Capacity 1.6TB

(Based on 180GB Drives)

SCSI ID Setting Auto/SW Config
Hot Swappable Carriers Yes
Individual Bay Management Yes
LED Status Indicators Yes

Interface SCA

SCSI Protocol Ultra320
Transfer Rate 320MB/sec*

User Interface LED Read-Out and Yes
Control Panel

# of Power Supplies 1 or 2

Redundant Yes
Hot Swappable Yes

# of Cooling Fans 1 or 2

Redundant Yes
Hot Swappable Yes
Speed-Variable Auto
Blowers/Fans 2 Blowers Each

# of I/O Modules 1,2, or 4

Max. # of Configurable 4
I/O Channels

Distributed Environmental Monitoring Yes

Diffsense Validation on Auto
all SCSI Channels

* The InfoStation 9-bay supports daisy-chaining for Ultra160 applications only.

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StorCase InfoStation

SCSI Ultra320 Rack Model Enclosure

External Monitoring Utility Yes
via RS-232 Port

Power-On-Hour (POH) Yes
Monitoring

Audible Alarm Yes

Standard 19 Rack-Mount Height = 4U

Technical Support Toll-Free

Warranty 7 Years

Regulatory Approvals

EMI FCC/CE/C-tick
Safety Agency CSA/CSA US/TUV

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16.92

(429.8mm)

Front View

18.98

(482.1mm)

20.57
(522.5mm)

Top View

Figure A-1: InfoStation 9-Bay Physical Dimensions

(Dimensions are for reference only)

Right Side View

20.98

(532.89mm)

IFS9_1

6.95
(176.5mm)

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Appendix B - Optional Accessories

SCSI I/O Kits

Ultra320 I/O Module Kits

The InfoStation's scalable backplane design allows additional I/O module and terminator kits
to be offered, supporting a variety of Ultra320 drive-to-channel configurations. Additional
I/O module kits (P/N S10A117) are available to upgrade the single and dual-channel models
to a total of four (4) Ultra320 channels.

Each I/O module kit comes with an I/O module and terminator (Figures B-1). Contact StorCase
for further ordering information.

Ultra320 I/O Module

IFS9_18

Terminator

Figure B-1: Ultra320 I/O Module Kit

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Ultra160 I/O Repeater Kits

NOTE: The InfoStation 9-bay supports daisy-chaining for Ultra160 applications

only.

The InfoStation's scalable backplane design allows additional I/O repeater module and
terminator kits to be offered, supporting a variety of Ultra160 drive-to-channel configurations.
Additional I/O repeater module kits (P/N DXIFS-RPTR160-KIT) are available to upgrade the single
and dual-channel models to a total of four (4) Ultra160 channels.

Each I/O repeater kit comes with an I/O repeater module and terminator (Figures B-1). Contact
StorCase for further ordering information.

Ultra160 I/O Repeater Module

IFS14_35

Terminator

Figure B-2: Ultra160 I/O Repeater Module Kit

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SAF-TE Processor Board

(Figure B-3)

The SAF-TE Processor Board (P/N S10A100) is an optional upgrade for the InfoStation which
is easily installed on the InfoStation's I/O Repeater Module.

Features include:

- Monitors status of each InfoStation blower, power supply module, and bay

- Monitors all nine (9) chassis temperature sensors

- Dedicated, user-selectable SCSI ID (via the InfoStation User Interface)

- Supports multi-mode (LVD/S.E.) SCSI bus communication

- SAFTEmon® management software included

- Field-upgradable firmware

- Fully compliant with SAF-TE Specification Rev. 1.0

IFS_75

Figure B-3: SAF-TE Processor Board

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RAID Controller Modules

SCSI-to-SCSI RAID Controller Module

The SCSI-to-SCSI RAID Controller Module units are internal RAID controllers specifically
designed for the InfoStation chassis.

The Single RAID Controller Module unit (P/N S10A122) is an Ultra160-to-Ultra160 stand-alone,
dual host port controller with two SCSI disk channels (supporting 2x2 configurations).

The Dual RAID Controller Module unit (P/N S10A126) is an Ultra160-to-Ultra160 failover, dual
host port controller with two SCSI disk channels (supporting 2x2 configurations). See Figure
B-4 below.

A separate upgrade module (P/N S20A125) is also available to upgrade the Single RAID
Controller Module unit to a Dual RAID Controller Module configuration (Figure B-6).

Both units include a 10' RJ45-DB9 serial cable for connection between controller and ANSI
Display Terminal (or PC). RAID Controller "Kits" containing external I/O cables are also available.
Contact StorCase for further ordering information.

IFS9_13

Figure B-4: SCSI-to-SCSI Dual RAID Controller Module Unit

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FC-to-SCSI RAID Controller Module

The Fibre Channel-to-SCSI RAID Controller Module units are internal RAID controllers specifically
designed for the InfoStation chassis.

The Single RAID Controller Module unit (P/N S10C103) is an FC-to-SCSI (Ultra160) stand-alone,
dual host port controller with four (4) SCSI disk channels (supporting 2x4 configurations).

The Dual RAID Controller Module unit (P/N S10C104) is an FC-to-SCSI (Ultra160) failover, dual
host port controller with four (4) SCSI disk channels (supporting 2x4 configurations). See
Figure B-5 below.

A separate upgrade module (P/N S10C106) is also available to upgrade the Single RAID
Controller Module unit to a Dual RAID Controller Module configuration (Figure B-6).

Both units include a 10' RJ45-DB9 serial cable for connection between controller and ANSI
Display Terminal (or PC). RAID Controller "Kits" containing external I/O cables and SFP modules
are also available. Contact StorCase for further ordering information.

IFSII_FDR2

Figure B-5: FC-to-SCSI Dual RAID Controller Module Unit

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IFS9_14

Figure B-6: Single RAID Controller Module Upgrade

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Slide Rail Kit

The optional slide rail kit (P/N DXRCK-SLIDE) provides a convenient method to attach the
InfoStation to a rack mount enclosure (Figure B-7). These high quality, durable rails provide
24 ball bearing rollers and have a quick-release button which allows quick and easy installation
and removal of the InfoStation unit from its rack enclosure. Contact StorCase for further
ordering information.

IFS14_29

Figure B-7: Rack Mount Slide Rail Kit

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Optional Power Supply Module

CAUTION: The power supply module contains NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS inside

the unit. Warranty is VOID if module is opened. Refer ALL servicing to
qualified service personnel!

NOTE: Refer to the InfoStation Installation Guide for further information.

An optional second 450W power supply module (P/N S10A109) is available for the InfoStation
chassis as shown in Figure B-8. Contact StorCase for further ordering information.

IFS14_28

Figure B-8: Power Supply Module

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Optional Blower Module

CAUTION: The blower module contains NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS inside the

unit. Warranty is VOID if module is opened. Refer ALL servicing to
qualified service personnel!

NOTE: Refer to the InfoStation Installation Guide for further information.

An optional second blower module (P/N S10A110) is available for the InfoStation chassis as
shown in Figure B-9. Contact StorCase for further ordering information.

IFS14_27

Figure B-9: Blower Module

Drive Carrier

Spare drive carriers (P/N S10A108) are available for the InfoStation chassis as shown in Figure
B-10. Contact StorCase for further ordering information.

IFS4_17

Figure B-10: Drive Carrier

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Carrying Case

(Figure B-11)

The optional molded plastic carrying case (P/N DX100-DE-C) is designed to transport the
InfoStation drive carrier from one site to another in a safe, impact and moisture resistant
environment. Its compact dimensions, 7" long x 9" wide x 4" high, make it easy to carry and
store. The foam lining is contoured to fit a single InfoStation carrier. Contact your StorCase
dealer for further details and ordering information.

320FW_13

Figure B-11: Carrying Case

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InfoStation Monitoring Utility (InfoMon®)

The InfoStation InfoMon is a web-based monitoring utility that runs under the Windows
O/S. This free utility (and its accompanying User's Guide) is available for download at the
StorCase web site (http://www.storcase.com).

The primary purpose of InfoMon is to continuously monitor the environmental status and
indicate alarm conditions inside the InfoStation chassis via a serial connection to a PC. This
utility functions much like the User Interface Module, only more user-friendly!

InfoMon allows the User to monitor the statuses and temperatures of individual InfoStation
modules and drive bays, and will sound the PC speakers in the event of any alarms. This utility
also allows the user to customize the UI Module to suit individual needs.

To install and operate the InfoMon software, the computer system must meet the following
requirements:

Operating System Microsoft Windows 95/NT 4.0 or later
CPU IBM-compatible 486 or higher
Memory 16MB minimum
Hard Disk Space 2MB minimum
Monitor VGA or better
I/O Ports One available serial port minimum

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