StorCase Technology DE100i-SWU2X User Manual

StorCase® Technology

Data Express

®

DE100i-SWU2X

Removable
SCSI Wide Ultra2

Drive Enclosure

User's Guide

StorCase® Technology

i

Data Express

®

DE100i-SWU2X

Removable

SCSI Wide Ultra2

Drive Enclosure

User's Guide

Part No. D89-0000-0094 B01 January 2003

StorCase Technology, Inc.

17600 Newhope Street

Fountain Valley, CA 92708-9885

Phone [phone] Fax [phone]

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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 and all RAID controller modules. In addition,
the following components of the 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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Copyright © 2003 StorCase Technology. All rights reserved. All registered
trademarks are the property of StorCase Technology. All other logos and trademarks
are properties of their respective companies.

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Declaration of Conformity

Company Name:

Corporate Office Address:

Manufacturing Address:

Product Name:

Model Number:

Conforms to the following standards:

EMC Directives:
(89/336/EEC)

Low Voltage Directive:
(73/23/EEC)

Safety Standards:
CSA (NRTL/C)

TUV

StorCase Technology, Inc.

17600 Newhope Street
Fountain Valley, CA 92708

17600 Newhope Street
Fountain Valley, CA 92708

Data Express DE100

DE100i-XXXXX/X

EN 50081-1: 1992 Generic Emission

- EN 55022/CISPR22 Class B
EN 50082-1: 1992 Generic Immunity

- IEC 1000-4-2 ESD

- IEC 1000-4-3 Radiated Immunity

- IEC 1000-4-4 Electrical Fast Transient

EN 60950

CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 950-93
UL 1950

EN 60950: 1988 EN 60950/A2: 1991
EN 60950/A1: 1990

EMI Standards:

EMC Standards:

Year of Manufacture:

Signature:___________________
Full name: Dieter Paul
Position: President

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FCC Part 15, Class B

AS/NZS 3548 Information Technology Equipment

1999

Table of Contents

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

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

Serial Numbers ............................................................................................................... 1

Package Contents ......................................................................................................... 2

General Description ....................................................................................................... 3

Receiving Frame Front Panel .............................................................................. 4

Receiving Frame Rear Panel ............................................................................... 5

INSTALLATION7

Installing the Drive into the Carrier ................................................................................ 7

Preparation .......................................................................................................... 7

Installation ............................................................................................................ 8

Installing the Receiving Frame .................................................................................... 10

Selecting the Unit ID Number ....................................................................................... 13

Adjusting the Spin Down/Up Timer ............................................................................. 15

APPENDICES ...................................................................................................................... 16

Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions................................................................... 17

Appendix B - Factory-Installed Options ..................................................................... 19

DE100 Ultra2 (LVD) Isolator Board .................................................................. 19

Solenoid Drive Lock........................................................................................... 23

Appendix C - Attaching the ON/OFF Key to Non-Solenoid Units .............................. 24

Appendix D - Optional Accessories .......................................................................... 25

Carrying Case .................................................................................................... 25

Drive Cover ........................................................................................................ 26

Drive Plug ........................................................................................................... 26

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Reader's Comments............................................................................................................... 27

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List of Figures

Figure 1: Package Contents ............................................................................................... 2

Figure 2: DE100i-SWU2X Receiving Frame and Carrier ................................................... 3

Figure 3: Receiving Frame Front Panel .............................................................................. 4

Figure 4: Receiving Frame Unit ID Number and Activity Display ...................................... 5

Figure 5: Receiving Frame (Rear View) ............................................................................ 6

Figure 6: Drive Installation Assembly................................................................................. 8

Figure 7: Typical ID Select Connections (2mm Drive Pins) ............................................... 9

Figure 8: Receiving Frame Motherboard Option Pins ...................................................... 11

Figure 9: Receiving Frame Mounting Holes ..................................................................... 12

Figure 10: Unit ID Select Switch Location ......................................................................... 14

Figure 11: Device Spin Down/Up Timer Switch ................................................................ 15

Figure A-1: DE100i-SWU2X Physical Dimensions ............................................................... 18

Figure B-1: Isolator Board Details ........................................................................................ 20

Figure B-2: J4 Jumpers ........................................................................................................ 21

Figure B-3: Attaching the Isolator Board ............................................................................. 21

Figure B-4: Solenoid Mechanism ......................................................................................... 23

Figure C-1: Attaching the ON/OFF Key ............................................................................... 24

Figure D-1: Carrying Case .................................................................................................... 25

Figure D-2: Full Drive Cover ................................................................................................. 26

Figure D-3: Drive Plug ........................................................................................................... 26

List of Tables

Table 1: Option Pin Signal Descriptions .............................................................................. 10

Table 2: Unit ID Display Hex Reference Table ................................................................... 14

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

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efforts have been made to ensure the 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

PackagingInformation

The StorCase Technology Data Express® system is shipped in a container designed to provide
protection and prevent damage during shipment. The Data Express unit was carefully in­spected before and during the packing procedure at the factory. Bent or broken connectors,
or evidence of other damage to the Data Express should be reported to the shipper immediately.
Refer to Figure 1 for the package contents.

If the wrong Data Express 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 Numbers

Both the DE100i-SWU2X receiving frame and carrier are labeled with serial numbers. These
numbers 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
labels and record the numbers in the spaces provided below.

Receiving Frame:

Drive Carrier:

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PackageContents

The DE100i-SWU2X package contents include the following items. If any item is missing or
damaged, contact your StorCase dealer for a replacement.

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9. 1.25mm/2mm ID Select Cable

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0430B

Figure 1: Package Contents

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Introduction 3

GeneralDescription

The StorCase Technology Data Express® DE100i-SWU2X is composed of a receiving frame
which supports SCSI Ultra2 Low Voltage Differential (LVD) or Single-Ended interfaces and
fits within a 5.25" half-height peripheral slot (Figure 2). This 16-bit I/O can support up to 80MB/
sec (Fast 40) transfer rates. The receiving frame contains one removable drive carrier
designed to provide durable and reliable mounting for one 3.5" form factor, Wide Ultra2 (LVD)
SCSI drive.

The DE100i-SWU2X allows a drive to be removed and transported to another DE100i-SWU2X­equipped computer or expansion chassis, and also provides the ability to secure sensitive data
by removing and storing the drive safely for future use. Up to fifteen (15) DE100i-SWU2X units
can be attached to one host adapter.

NOTES: For SCSI Ultra2 (LVD) operation, the DE100i-SWU2X requires LVD chassis and

cabling.
The DE100i-SWU2X supports LVD implementations with a maximum of 15 drives
within one external enclosure (for enhanced, bus-isolating hot swap capability, the
DX1/200-U2/RH Isolator Board is required).

Figure 2: DE100i-SWU2X Receiving Frame and Carrier

This User's Guide describes the steps required to install the DE100i-SWU2X removable
enclosure inside a computer peripheral bay or external expansion chassis. This guide
supplements documentation provided with the host computer system, operating system, and
the drive to be installed within the carrier.

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ReceivingFrameFrontPanel

 Key Lock/Drive Power Switch- This key switch assures proper seating of the

drive carrier within the receiving frame, turns power to the drive carrier on and off,
and prevents unauthorized removal or installation of the carrier. For the computer
to access data on the disk drive, the key must be turned counterclockwise to the
locked position.

The key may also be permanently attached to the locking mechanism as shown in
Appendix C.

 Unit ID Number Indicator- (Figure 4) This LED displays the physical address of

the DE100i-SWU2X drive carrier when the carrier is Installed and Locked in the
receiving frame or Removed from the receiving frame. If the drive carrier is Installed
but Not Locked, a "u" will be displayed to indicate an unlocked condition. The unit
ID number is selected by means of the unit ID select switch inside the receiving frame
using a special alignment tool supplied with the DE100i-SWU2X.

 Activity Indicator- A small dot next to the Unit ID Number which illuminates to indicate

that the host computer is accessing the data on the DE100i-SWU2X carrier. This
dot will flash during communication with the host computer.

 Device Spin Down/Up Timer Switch- This switch controls the length of time that

the activity indicator flashes during device spin down/up, providing a visual
indication of drive activity. Refer to Figure 11 for timer settings.

Figure 3: Receiving Frame Front Panel

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