StorCase Technology DE200i-SWC User Manual

StorCase® Technology

Data Express

®

DE200i-SW
DE200i-SWC

Removable
SCSI Wide Single-Ended
Drive Enclosures

User's Guide

StorCase® Technology

i

Data Express

®

DE200i-SW

DE200i-SWC

Removable

SCSI Wide Single-Ended

Drive Enclosures

User's Guide

Part No. D89-0000-0041 C01 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 DE200

DE200i-XSXX/XXX

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

1997

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

INSTALLATION ........................................................................................................................ 7

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

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

Installation (DE200i-SW) ...................................................................................... 8

Installation (DE200i-SWC) .................................................................................... 9

Installing the Receiving Frame ..................................................................................... 11

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

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

APPENDICES ...................................................................................................................... 17

Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions .................................................................... 18

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

Hot Swap Board ................................................................................................ 20

Appendix C - Attaching/Removing the ON/OFF Key ................................................... 24

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

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

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

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

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List of Figures

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

Figure 2: DE200 Receiving Frame and Carrier .................................................................. 2

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 6A: Drive Installation Assembly (DE200i-SW) .......................................................... 8

Figure 6B: Drive Installation Assembly (DE200i-SWC)........................................................ 9

Figure 7: Typical SCSI ID Select Connections (2mm Drive Pins) .................................... 10

Figure 8: Receiving Frame Connector J4 Pin Configuration ........................................... 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: DE200 Physical Dimensions.............................................................................. 19

Figure B-1: Attaching the Hot Swap Board ........................................................................ 21

Figure B-2: Hot Swap Board Jumper Options ..................................................................... 22

Figure C-1: Reconfiguring the Key Lock Mechanism ......................................................... 24

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

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

List of Tables

Table 1: Receiving Frame Motherboard Connector J4 Pin Configuration ......................... 11

Table 2: 16-Bit Wide Single-Ended Unit ID Display ............................................................. 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 Data Express 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 DE200 package contents include the following items. If any item is missing or damaged,
contact your StorCase dealer for a replacement.

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Introduction 3

GeneralDescription

The StorCase Technology Data Express® DE200i-SW and DE200i-SWC are removable drive
carrier and receiving frame systems designed to provide durable and reliable mounting for 3.5
SCSI drives within a 5.25" half-height peripheral slot (Figure 2).

The DE200 allows a drive to be removed and transported to another DE200-equipped 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 DE200 units can be attached to one host
adapter.

The DE200 (Figure 2) was specifically designed for use in high shock and vibration
environments (e.g. aircraft) which may also have non-PVC material requirements. The DE200
is equipped with manual lock down thumbscrews to secure the drive carrier within its receiving
frame, and a drive lock/power switch with a fixed key which can be reconfigured by the user
to be removable, if desired. The DE200 uses teflon ID select and power cables (DE200i-SW
only), and halogen-free I/O cables.

Figure 2: DE200 Receiving Frame and Carrier

(DE200i-SW shown)

This User's Guide describes the steps required to install the StorCase Data Express DE200
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 Data Express carrier.

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ReceivingFrameFrontPanel

 The Key Lock/Drive Power Switch performs three functions. The key lock 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 DE200 disk drive, the key must be turned
counterclockwise to the locked position.

The key lock/power switch can be configured with either a fixed (factory configu­ration) or removable key as shown in Appendix C.

 The Unit ID Number Indicator (Figure 4) displays the physical address of the

DE200 device carrier if the carrier is Installed and Locked in the receiving frame or
if the carrier is Removed from the receiving frame. If the carrier is Installed but Not
Locked in the receiving frame, 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 DE200.

 The Activity Indicator is a small dot next to the unit ID number which illuminates to

show when the host computer is accessing the data on the DE200 carrier. This dot
will flash during communication with the host computer.

 Device Spin Down/Up Timer may be disabled by removing Jumper J6 P1-P2

(Figure 5). The timer controls the length of time that the unit ID number display flashes
during device spin down/up, providing a visual indication of drive activity. Refer to
Figure 11 for switch settings.

Figure 3: Receiving Frame Front Panel

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Figure 4: Receiving Frame Unit ID Number and Activity Display

ReceivingFrameRearPanel

 I/O Connector (J2): The input/output connector provides a standard interface for

all SCSI signals. See Table 2 for J2 pin assignments.

 DC Power Connector (J3): The Data Express uses a standard 4-pin DC power

connector to accept DC power.

 ID Select Pins (J4): Pins 1-12 are reserved. Pins 13 -20 of this connector provide

unit SCSI ID selection for the computer system or expansion chassis. For remote
ID selection through an expansion chassis, the unit ID must be set to "0" or open (no
jumpers installed) on these pins. See Table 1 for J4 pin assignments.

 Enable Termination Power To/From SCSI Bus (W1): This jumper is installed

at the factory.

 Onboard (Receiving Frame) Termination (W2): Position "A" is installed at the

factory and will disable termination. Moving the jumper to position "B" will enable
termination.

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Figure 5: Receiving Frame (Rear View)

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Installation 7

INSTALLATION

InstallingtheDriveintotheCarrier

Preparation

While performing the steps in this section, work on a soft surface to prevent excessive shock
to the drive being installed. Also refer to the manufacturer's documentation provided with the
drive.

NOTE: A #2 Phillips screwdriver will be required during this procedure.

1. Remove the drive from its protective packaging.

2. Plastic Drive Bezel: If the drive came equipped with a plastic front bezel, it

must be removed.

3. SCSI Drive Termination: Disable or remove the termination resistor packs

from the drive. Termination is handled by an external terminator in the DE200
receiving frame (Figure 5). Refer to the documentation provided by the drive
manufacturer for the location of these terminators or jumpers.

4. SCSI Drive ID Select Jumpers (Applies to DE200i-SW only): Locate the

SCSI ID Select Jumper positions on the disk drive, and remove any jumper plugs
in this area. The SCSI ID cable will be installed into this section of the drive (Figure
6A).

5. SCSI ID Cable (Applies to DE200i-SW only): The DE200i-SW carrier is

supplied with one (1) 5-wire cable. This cable carries the SCSI ID signal
between the drive and the drive carrier. It permits easy unit ID selection via a
small switch located on the inside of the receiving frame (Figure 10). The cable
is designed to connect to drives with 2mm ID select connectors. Attach the five
(5) connectors from the SCSI unit ID cable to the appropriate drive pins (Figure

7).

The unit ID cable is made up of black, brown, red, orange, and yellow wires.
The black wire is plugged into the drive pin used to select ID0, the brown wire
plugs into the drive pin for ID1, the red wire plugs into the drive pin for ID2, and
the orange wire connects to ID3. Most drive manufacturers label these pins
as ID0, ID1, ID2, and ID3 ,or similar identification. The yellow wire plugs into
the drive activity LED pin.

Drives use a row of pins to provide ground to the ID signals. This row of pins
is not used for the DE200 installation. One end of the unit ID cable connects
to the signal row of ID pins on the drive. The other end of this cable attaches
to the unit ID connector on the inside of the carrier (Figures 6A & 7). Refer to
the drive manufacturer's documentation for more information.

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Installation

(Applies to DE200i-SW only)

1. Attach the I/O cable from the rear distribution board of the DE200i-SW carrier
to the drive (Figure 6A).

2. Attach the 4-pin power cable from the rear distribution board to the drive (Figure
6A).

3. Install the 5-pin ID select cable into the rear signal distribution board connector.
Refer to Figure 7 for a typical 2mm drive pin connection.

4. Carefully insert the drive into the carrier at an angle, cable-end first. Make sure
that none of the cables are pinched. Lower the front of the drive carefully
into place. Fasten the drive into the carrier with four (4) #6-32 Phillips Flat Hd.
screws provided.

5. Attach the provided cable cover with two (2) #6-32 Phillips Flat Hd. screws.

Figure 6A: Drive Installation Assembly

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Installation

(Applies to DE200i-SWC only)

1. Attach the 80-pin single-connect I/O cable from the rear distribution board of
the DE200i-SWC carrier to the drive (Figure 6B).

2. Carefully insert the drive into the carrier at an angle, cable-end first. Make sure
that the cable is not pinched. Lower the front of the drive carefully into
place. Fasten the drive into the carrier with four (4) #6-32 Phillips Flat Hd.
screws provided.

5. Attach the provided cable cover with two (2) #6-32 Phillips Flat Hd. screws.

Cable
Cover
(Provided)

Disk Drive
(Not Included)

I/O Cable

Drive Carrier

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Phillips Flat HD
Screw (6 Total)

Figure 6B: Drive Installation Assembly

(DE200i-SWC)

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TYPICAL 2MM DRIVE ID PIN CONFIGURATION

(Applies to DE200i-SW only)

Figure 7 illustrates a typical SCSI ID select connection to a drive with 2mm ID select pins. In
most cases, the drive manufacturer labels each pair of SCSI ID select pins in their significant
bit order (0, 1, 2, 3 as shown in Figure 7). In other cases, the manufacturer does not label
these pins in their significant bit order, but instead, assigns pin numbers only. In any case,
all odd numbered pins or all even numbered pins will be the signal row. The wires on the wire
harness connect to the positive pin (or signal pins) on the drive. Refer to the device
manufacturer's documentation for additional pin numbering and jumper option information.

Attach the ID select cable to the drive using the 2mm connectors. Align the ID0 pin with the
black wire. Attach the other end of the ID select cable to the ID select connector located on
the signal distribution board, inside the carrier. Refer to the manufacturers documentation
to disable termination on the drive.

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

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InstallingtheReceivingFrame

The drive should be installed into the carrier before installing the receiving frame into the
mounting bay of a computer or expansion chassis.

NOTE: Use a #2 Phillips screwdriver during this procedure.

1. Turn OFF power to the computer.

2. Open the computer system according to the manufacturers instructions. If
necessary, temporarily remove any expansion boards that may make installation
difficult.

3. To select the DE200 unit ID remotely through the computer system or external ex­pansion chassis, the appropriate cable from the system must be connected to the
ID select connector (J4) on the rear of the receiving frame as shown in Table 1
and Figure 8.

Table 1: Receiving Frame Motherboard Connector J4 Pin Configuration

Pin 1 RESERVED Pin 11 RESERVED
Pin 2 RESERVED Pin 12 RESERVED
Pin 3 RESERVED Pin 13 Ground
Pin 4 RESERVED Pin 14 ID3
Pin 5 RESERVED Pin 15 Ground
Pin 6 RESERVED Pin 16 ID2
Pin 7 RESERVED Pin 17 Ground
Pin 8 RESERVED Pin 18 ID1
Pin 9 RESERVED Pin 19 Ground

Pin 10 RESERVED Pin 20 ID0

Figure 8: Receiving Frame Connector J4 Pin Configuration

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IMPORTANT NOTE: In order to use remote ID selection from a computer or expansion

chassis, the Unit ID number on the DE200 receiving frame must
be set to "0" with the provided alignment tool. Refer to the section
"Selecting the Unit ID Number" later in this manual for the unit
ID selection procedure.

4. With the drive carrier locked in place inside the receiving frame, install the DE200
into the 5.25 drive opening in the computer or expansion chassis. Use the
appropriate guides to position the DE200, and fasten it into place with the four (4)
#6-32 Phillips screws provided. Figure 9 illustrates the location of the mounting
holes. Mounting holes are provided on each side and the bottom of the receiving
frame to accommodate a variety of mounting configurations. Use the mounting holes
which best suit the computer or expansion chassis configuration.

Front of Unit

Mounting

Mounting
Holes (Right)

Mounting
Holes (Bottom)

Holes (Left)

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Figure 9: Receiving Frame Mounting Holes

5. Adjust the front of the receiving frame so the carrier slides freely in and out on the
receiving frame guides. The position of adjoining peripheral units may require
adjustment.

6. To connect the drive to a Remote Activity LED in the computer system or expansion
chassis, connect the appropriate cable(s) to the receiving frame motherboard as
shown in Figure 5. Connect J6 Pins 4 and 6 to a remote activity LED.

7. Connect the I/O cable from the host adapter to the receiving frame. The Pin 1 indicator
on the cable must be properly aligned. Refer to Figure 5 for the correct Pin 1 location.

Make sure that only the last SCSI device is terminated. If the DE200 is at the end of
a daisy chain, the terminators on the receiving frame must be enabled. If the DE200
is in the middle of a daisy chain, termination should be disabled (factory setting).
Refer to jumper W2 in Figure 5.

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8. Connect the power cable from the DC power supply in the computer or expansion
chassis to the power connector on the DE200 receiving frame. Refer to Figure 5 for
the receiving frame power connector location.

9. Replace any expansion boards that may have been removed earlier. Replace the
system cover according to the manufacturers instructions.

10. Reconnect any system or peripheral cables removed earlier.

11. Turn on power to the computer. If the installation has been successful, and all cables
have been properly attached, the system should boot normally. Although the computer
may not recognize the DE200 yet, the appropriate front panel LED indicators on the
Data Express should illuminate.

NOTE: The lock on the DE200 receiving frame functions as a lock and a DC power switch

12. The new drive may need to be formatted or initialized prior to use with the operating

for the carrier unit. The lock must be engaged (turned counterclockwise) in order
to supply power to the carrier and installed drive unit.

system and applications software. Refer to the drive and/or computer manufacturer's
documentation for formatting information.

SelectingtheUnitID Number

1. Verify that power is turned on to the DE200 receiving frame by turning on the computer

or external expansion chassis. A number should appear in the unit ID display window
if the carrier is locked into place.

2. Unlock the DE200 carrier from the receiving frame. Unless the spin down/up timer has

been disabled, the unit ID number will begin flashing, indicating that the drive is spinning
down. DO NOT REMOVE THE CARRIER FROM THE RECEIVING FRAME WHILE THE UNIT
NUMBER IS FLASHING. The length of time that the unit ID number flashes is controlled
by a small timing switch located on the side of the receiving frame. Refer to Appendix
B for information on adjusting the timer.

WARNING: Unlocking the carrier unit switches DC power off to the drive. Since drives

3. A "u" will be displayed once the drive has completed spin down and is ready to be

removed from the receiving frame. The indicator will return to the SCSI ID number when
the carrier is removed from the receiving frame.

require a short amount of time to spin down, allow at least 15 seconds
before pulling the carrier unit out of the receiving frame to avoid possible
damage to the drive.

4. Use the alignment tool supplied with the DE200 to select the unit ID number of the disk

drive. Refer to Figure 10 for the location of the ID Select Switch inside the receiving
frame.

5. After selecting an appropriate unit ID number, replace the DE200 carrier in the receiving

frame, and LOCK IT IN PLACE.

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NOTE: The lock on the DE200 receiving frame functions as a lock and a DC power

switch for the carrier unit. The lock must be engaged (turned counterclock­wise) in order to supply power to the carrier and installed drive unit.

6. The new drive may need to be formatted or initialized prior to use with the operating
system and applications software. Refer to the drive and/or computer manufacturer's
documentation for formatting information.

Figure 10: Unit ID Select Switch Location

Table 2: 16-Bit Wide Single-Ended Unit ID Display

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8

9
10
11
12
13
14
15

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Installation 15

Adjusting the Spin Down/Up Timer

The timer for device spin down is controlled by a small selector, located in a cutout on the side
of the DE200 receiving frame as shown in Figure 11. When the key is turned to the OFF position,
and when the timer receives a NO SCSI Activity signal from the Isolator Board, it waits the
specified delay time before displaying a u on the front panel of the receiving frame. The
amount of time required for a disk drive to spin down is approximately 15 seconds or more.
This number can vary depending on the type of SCSI device and manufacturer (e.g. a Seagate
Barracuda may require 45 seconds). The factory configuration is set for 20 seconds. A
different delay time may be selected with the provided alignment tool. Refer to the SCSI device
manufacturers manual for more information on required device spin down time.

0

2

E

C

A

4

6

8

Front of
Receiving
Frame

Spin Down/Up Time

0 = 10 SECONDS 8 = 50 SECONDS
1 = 15 SECONDS 9 = 55 SECONDS
2 = 20 SECONDS A = 60 SECONDS
3 = 25 SECONDS B = 65 SECONDS
4 = 30 SECONDS C = 70 SECONDS
5 = 35 SECONDS D = 75 SECONDS
6 = 40 SECONDS E = 80 SECONDS
7 = 45 SECONDS F = 85 SECONDS

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Figure 11: Device Spin Down/Up Timer Switch

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APPENDICES

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Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions

SCSI Data Express subsystems conform to the Small Computer Systems Interface (SCSI)
Standard set by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).

Environmental Specifications

Operating Storage

Ambient Temperature -5° C to 50° C -45° C to 75° C
Relative Humidity
Altitude -1000 to 50,000 ft -1000 to 50,000 ft

(2)

Shock

(1)

Non-condensing with maximum gradient of 10% per hour.

(2)

11 msec pulse width 1/2 sine wave.

Physical
Specifications Carrier Receiving Frame

Height 1.68" (42.7mm) 1.70" (43.2mm)
Width 5.14" (130.6mm) 5.75" (146.1mm)
Depth 7.38 (187.5mm) 8.18 (207.8mm)

Weight 1.2lb (0.55kg) 1.3lb (0.59kg)

(1)

10% to 80% 10% to 90%

-304m to 15240m -304m to 15240m
25g 60g

(1)

(1)

With carrier removed.

Chassis Reliability/Maintainability

MTBF 500,000 Hours
MTTR 5 Minutes
Preventive
Maintenance None

Electrical Specifications

Input +5V 65mA

+12V 400µA

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Hot Swap/
Repeater Isolator
Board

8.18 (207.8mm)

7.38 (187.5mm)

0373

Figure A-1: DE200 Physical Dimensions

(DImensions are for reference only)

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Appendix B - Factory-Installed Options

Hot Swap Board

The DE200 Hot Swap Board allows the installation, removal or exchange of DE200 carriers
while your computer system is operating by monitoring and protecting the computer system
and other peripheral devices on the SCSI Bus. The Hot Swap option eliminates the need to
shut down your system when adding or removing a SCSI device by performing two functions:

1. Delays power up/down of the drive until the time period between SCSI bus cycles.
This prevents the interruption of any SCSI bus activity being done by other devices
on the bus.

2. Prevents drive power sequencing from generating noise on the SCSI bus, thus
preventing data transfer corruption on other devices.

Please note that, whereas UNIX and Apple-based systems provide mount/dismount drive
commands, most PC systems do not provide such a feature. When using one of these operating
systems, it may be necessary to reboot the computer after adding or changing a drive. This
reboot activity will force the SCSI host adapter to rescan its SCSI bus for physically attached
drives, and will then be able to access the new or changed drive.

Attaching the Hot Swap Board

The DE200 may be purchased with the Hot Swap option factory-installed. If the Hot Swap
Board has not already been attached to the DE200 receiving frame, follow the instructions
below to add the Hot Swap Board. Otherwise, proceed to the section "Using the Hot Swap
Board" for usage instructions.

NOTE: The drive carrier must be installed in the receiving frame when removing or

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attaching the Hot Swap Board to ensure proper connector alignment between the
motherboard and the carrier.

1. Remove the two (2) Phillips machine head screws from the receiving frame
motherboard and set the screws aside (Figure B-1).

2. Remove jumpers on the receiving frame motherboard locations J4 - Pins 7 & 8, and
J6 - Pins 1 & 2 (Figure 5). Verify that W2 is set to position "A" (default setting) to
disable onboard termination from the receiving frame motherboard.

3. Attach the two (2) provided stand-offs into the receiving frame motherboard holes
in place of the two removed screws. Carefully align the connectors of the Hot Swap
Board with the connectors on the receiving frame motherboard and gently push the
Hot Swap Board into position. Make certain that all connectors are properly mated.

4. Attach the Hot Swap Board to the receiving frame motherboard by using the two
screws removed earlier and insert them through the Hot Swap Board into the stand­offs.

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Figure B-1: Attaching the Hot Swap Board

Jumper Options

The jumper pins on the Hot Swap Board are similar to those on the SCSI Data Express
motherboard (Figure B-2). Removing the jumper at location JP1 will enable onboard receiving
frame termination. Location W1 provides remote ID selection. Jumper J4 Pins 4 & 6 provide
a signal to drive a remote activity LED (Pin 4 = Anode, Pin 6 = Cathode).

Using the Hot Swap Board

Carrier Removal

Follow the procedures below to remove the DE200 carrier from the receiving frame equipped
with the Hot Swap option.

1. Verify that the drive is not active. If the system is on a network, make certain other
users are not accessing the target drive, then disable it from the network. Dismount
the drive.

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Figure B-2: Hot Swap Board Jumper Options

2. Turn the DE200 key lock mechanism (located on the front of the receiving frame),
clockwise to the OFF position. This unlocks the drive from the receiving frame and
activates the Hot Swap Board. The unit ID number on the display will begin flashing.

WARNING: Be careful not to remove or disturb the carrier unit at this point. Although

3. As the unit ID number flashes, the Hot Swap Board monitors the activity of the SCSI
bus. When activity is no longer present, the Hot Swap Board will remove power from
the drive and then remove the device from the SCSI Bus. The unit ID number will continue
to flash during this period.

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the carrier is physically unlocked, the drive requires a minimum of 15
seconds to spin down and is subject to vibration and possible damage
during this period.

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4. After a short length of time the unit display will turn from a flashing unit ID number to
a steady u, indicating that the device is powered down, unlocked and ready to be
removed from the receiving frame.

NOTE: The timer for device spin down is controlled by a small selector, located in a cutout

on the side of the DE200 receiving frame as shown in Figure 11. When the key is
turned to the OFF position, and when the timer receives a No SCSI Activity signal
from the Hot Swap Board, it waits the specified delay time before displaying a u
on the front panel of the receiving frame. The amount of time required for a drive
to spin down is approximately 15 seconds or more. This number can vary
depending on the type of SCSI device and manufacturer (some drives may require
45 seconds or more). The factory configuration is set for 20 seconds. A different
delay time may be selected with the provided alignment tool. Refer to the SCSI
device manufacturers manual for more information on required device spin down
time.

Carrier Installation

Follow the procedures below to install the DE200 Carrier into the receiving frame equipped
with the Hot Swap option.

1. Install the carrier into the receiving frame. A "u" will be present on the front panel,
indicating that the carrier is in an unlocked condition.

2. Turn the key lock mechanism, located on the front of the receiving frame, counter
clockwise to the ON position. This locks the drive into the receiving frame and activates
the Hot Swap Board. The drive will begin to spin up and the unit ID number on the display
will begin flashing.

3. After a short length of time the unit display will stop flashing, indicating that the device
is ready to be used.

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Appendix C - Attaching/Removing the ON/OFF Key

The DE200 comes from the factory with a power/lock key which is attached to the locking
mechanism. This key can be reconfigured by the user to be removable. To reconfigure, follow
the steps below.

1. Make certain power is OFF to the receiving frame.

Locate the rectangular shaped key lock mecha­nism access hole on the inside of the receiving
frame. Note that the pawl is in an upright position.

Insert the key into the lock (skip this step if the key
is already fixed to the lock).

2. Rotate the key 90 degrees counterclockwise so
that the pawl is visible in the access hole as
shown in the figure at left.

3. Using the provided alignment tool, unscrew and
remove the pawl from the access hole.

4. Rotate the key 180 degrees clockwise.

5. Reinstall the pawl into the access hole with the
alignment tool.

The key lock has now been reconfigured.

Figure C-1: Reconfiguring the Key Lock Mechanism

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Appendix D - Optional Accessories

Carrying Case

Figure D-1: Carrying Case

The optional molded plastic carrying case is designed to transport the DE200 carrier from one
site to another in a safe, impact and moisture resistant environment. Its compact dimensions,
7 long x 9 wide x 3.5 high, make it easy to carry and to store. The foam lining is contoured
to fit a single Data Express carrier. Contact your StorCase dealer for further details and
ordering information.

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Drive Cover

1

Slip Drive Cover
Lip into Top Rear
of Carrier. The
Sides of the Cover
Will Fit Between
the Drive and the
Carrier. Mounting
Holes Must be
Towards Rear of
Carrier.

2

Swing Drive Cover
Down, Covering
the Drive. Make
Certain You Do
Not Damage
Connector Pins or
Cables.

1

3

Slide Drive Cover
Forward Making Certain
Front Cover Lip is Inside

2

Drive
Cover

Carrier. Fasten Screws.

3

Mounting
Holes

Disk
Carrier

Full Drive Cover (optional)

0488

Figure D-2: Full Drive Cover

The full drive cover (P/N DX100-COV) is an attractive metal cover which can provide additional
protection to the drive, preventing foreign material from coming in contact with the drive and
cables. The full drive cover is similar to the cable cover provided with the DE200 except the
full drive cover protects the drive as well as the cables. It is easily installed with two (2)
#6-32 Phillips Flat Hd. screws as shown in the illustration above.

NOTE: The full drive cover may not be compatible with all 3.5" half-height drives. Exact drive

height and fit within the Data Express frame can vary between drive manufacturers.
Please contact StorCase for technical assistance before ordering the full drive cover.

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