StorCase Technology InfoStation External SCSI Ultra160 User Manual

StorCase® Technology

InfoStation

®

External SCSI Ultra160
Expansion Chassis

User's Guide

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StorCase Technology, Inc.

17600 Newhope Street

Fountain Valley, CA 92708-9885

Phone [phone] Fax [phone]

StorCase® Technology

InfoStation

®

External SCSI Ultra160

Expansion Chassis

User's Guide

Part No. D89-0000-0126 B01 January 2003

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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.

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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Company Name:

Corporate Office Address:

Manufacturing Address:

Product Name:

Model Number:

EMC Directives:
(89/336/EEC)

Low Voltage Directive:
(73/23/EEC)

Safety Standards:
CSA (NRTL/C)

TUV

EMI Standards:

EMC Standards:

Year of Manufacture:

Signature:___________________
Full Name: Dieter Paul
Position: President

Conforms to the following standards:

StorCase Technology, Inc.

17600 Newhope Street
Fountain Valley, CA 92708

17600 Newhope Street
Fountain Valley, CA 92708

InfoStation

INFOSTATION-9X-XXXXXXX

EN 50081-1: 1992 Generic Emission

- EN 55022/CISPR22 Class A
EN 50082-1: 1997 Generic Immunity

- EN 61000-4-2 - EN 61000-4-6

- EN 61000-4-3 - EN 61000-4-8

- EN 61000-4-4 - EN 61000-4-11

- EN 61000-4-5

EN 60950

CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 950-95
UL 1950

EN 60950: 1992 EN 60950/A2: 1993
EN 60950/A1: 1993 EN 60950/A3: 1995

FCC Part 15, Class A

AS/NSZ 3548 Information Technology Equipment

2000

Declaration of Conformity

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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.

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 ............................................................................................................ 5

Rear Panel ............................................................................................................. 6

INFOSTATION USER INTERFACE ......................................................................................... 8

Display and Control Panel ............................................................................................ 8

Default Display Mode.......................................................................................... 10

InfoStation Menu System ................................................................................... 12

InfoStation Environmental Information and Set-Up ................................................... 13

System Error Status ........................................................................................... 14

Drive Bay SCSI ID Configuration ........................................................................ 15

Spin-Up Option Set-Up ....................................................................................... 17

SAF-TE Processor Board SCSI ID Set-Up ........................................................ 19

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

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

Serial Port Set-Up ............................................................................................... 22

Changing the Fan Speed .................................................................................... 23

Banner Set-Up .................................................................................................... 24

Firmware Revision ............................................................................................. 25

Drive Bay Interface Panel .......................................................................................... 26

Insert/Remove Push Button ............................................................................... 27

Inserting a Disk Drive.......................................................................................... 27

Removing a Disk Drive........................................................................................ 27

SCSI CHANNEL CONFIGURATIONS ................................................................................... 28

Termination of the SCSI Bus at the VHDCI Connectors ........................................... 28

Single-Channel InfoStation................................................................................. 29

Dual-Channel InfoStation ................................................................................... 30

4-Channel InfoStation ......................................................................................... 31

Typical SCSI Channel Configurations ........................................................................ 32

RAID CHANNEL CONFIGURATIONS ................................................................................... 33

Typical RAID Channel Configurations ....................................................................... 34

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List of Figures

Figure 1: InfoStation (Rack Mount Version) ................................................................. 2

Figure 2: InfoStation (Tower Version) ......................................................................... 3

Figure 3: InfoStation Drive Installation Overview ......................................................... 4

Figure 4: InfoStation Front Panel ................................................................................... 5

Figure 5: InfoStation Rear Panel .................................................................................... 7

Figure 6: Display and Control Panel .............................................................................. 8

Figure 7: InfoStation Drive Bay Interface Panel ......................................................... 26

Figure 8: InfoStation VHDCI Connectors .................................................................... 28

Figure 9: Single-Channel InfoStation I/O Repeater Module Location ......................... 29

Figure 10: Dual-Channel InfoStation I/O Repeater Module Location ............................ 30

Figure 11: 4-Channel InfoStation I/O Repeater Module Location ................................. 31

Figure 12: Typical Single SCSI Host Connection to InfoStation ................................... 32

Figure 13: Typical Dual SCSI Host Connection to InfoStation ...................................... 32

Figure 14: Typical InfoStation RAID Module SCSI Host Configuration ......................... 33

Figure 15: Typical InfoStation RAID Module Dual SCSI Host Configuration ................. 34

Figure A-1: InfoStation Rack Mount Physical Dimensions ............................................. 39

Figure A-2: InfoStation Tower Physical Dimensions ..................................................... 40

Figure B-1: InfoStation Ultra160 I/O Repeater Kit........................................................... 41

Figure B-2: InfoStation SAF-TE Processor Board ......................................................... 42

Figure B-3: InfoStation RAID Controller Modules ........................................................... 43

Figure B-4: InfoStation Tower-to-Rack Kit ..................................................................... 44

Figure B-5: Rack Mount Slide Rail Kit.............................................................................. 45

Figure B-6: Power Supply Module .................................................................................. 46

Figure B-7: Blower Module .............................................................................................. 46

Figure B-8: Drive Carrier ................................................................................................. 47

Figure B-9: Carrying Case ............................................................................................... 48

Table of Contents (cont'd)

APPENDICES ........................................................................................................................ 35

Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions.................................................................. 36

Appendix B - Optional Accessories......................................................................... 41

Ultra160 I/O Repeater Kit ................................................................................... 41

SAF-TE Processor Board .................................................................................. 42

Ultra160 RAID Controller Modules ..................................................................... 43

Rack-to-Tower Conversion Kit .......................................................................... 44

Slide Rail Kit ......................................................................................................... 45

Replacement Power Supply Module .................................................................. 46

Replacement Blower Module ............................................................................. 46

Drive Carrier ........................................................................................................ 47

Carrying Case ..................................................................................................... 48

InfoStation External Monitoring Utility ................................................................ 49

Reader's Comments............................................................................................................ 51

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

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.

List of Tables

Table 1: Display and Control Panel Components .............................................................. 9

Table 2: InfoStation Menu Navigation Switches ............................................................. 12

Table 3: Default Bay SCSI ID Assignments ..................................................................... 15

Table 4: Motor Spin Functions ......................................................................................... 18

Table 5: Drive Bay Interface Components ...................................................................... 26

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INTRODUCTION

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

ALL servicing to qualified service personnel!

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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Figure 1: InfoStation (Rack Mount Version)

GeneralDescription

The StorCase® Technology InfoStation® intelligent 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, and low profile (1" high) SCSI Single-Ended (S.E.) and
Ultra160 LVD/S.E. 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 two (2) 400W redundant, hot swappable power supplies,
two (2) redundant, hot swappable blower modules and a User Interface module designed to
provide continual chassis data feedback and control of drive configurations.

The InfoStation SCSI backplane comes standard with one (1), two (2), or four (4) Ultra160
channel interfaces, or can easily be upgraded with optional interface/repeater kits to support
a total of up to four (4) Ultra160 channels. InfoStation can also be uniquely daisy-chained for
Ultra160 operation, supporting up to fifteen (15) devices per channel.

Another unique feature of the InfoStation is the InfoMon® external monitoring utility program.
InfoMon is a console utility that provides the InfoStation with an external 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 website (http://www.storcase.com).
Contact StorCase for further information.

A conversion kit (which allow rack mount models to be converted to tower models), Ultra160
RAID controller modules, and a SAF-TE Processor Board are also available as InfoStation
upgrade options. Refer to Appendix B for further information on optional InfoStation
accessories.

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Figure 2: InfoStation (Tower Version)

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 and/or (with
a Fibre backplane version of the InfoStation) Fibre drives. 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. For consistency, most illustrations depict the InfoStation rack
mount model. Although cosmetically different on the exterior, the tower and rack mount models
are identical on the interior.

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. Figure 3 illustrates
a typical drive installation into an InfoStation external expansion chassis.

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Figure 3: InfoStation Drive Installation Overview

Drive

(Not Included)

InfoStation
Drive Carrier

#6-32 Phillips Head
Mounting Screw
(4 total)

InfoStation

Chassis

IFS_3

Features:

Nine (9) removable drive carriers
16-Bit SCSI Single-Ended or Ultra160 drive support
Scalable backplane design
Corrosion-resistant steel construction
Four (4) hot-swappable blowers
Two (2) 400W hot-swappable power supplies
Eight-Character scrolling display and control panel
Audible alarm
Status indicators at each bay
External monitoring utility
7-year warranty and free 24/7 technical support

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FrontPanel

(Figure 4)

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

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

 SCA Drive Carrier(s) - Accommodate up to nine (9) 3.5" 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.

 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.

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

ID set-up (via the InfoStation's User Interface Module).

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

installed at anytime.

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

mount chassis.

Figure 4: InfoStation Front Panel

Bay Identify

LED

Insert/Remove

Push Button

LEDs

Drive

Ready

Drive
Fault

Drive

Activity

User Interface

Module

IFS_4

SCA Drive

Carrier

Drive Carrier

Release Button

Drive Carrier

Handle

Chassis

Handle

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RearPanel

(Figure 5)

 Ultra160 I/O Repeater Module(s) - Enhances drive signal quality. Additional I/O

repeater modules are optional, for a total of four (4) Ultra160 channels. Refer to
Appendix B for further information.

Repeater Module LED(s) -

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 repeater module status.

 I/O Blank Plate(s) - May be removed when installing additional I/O Repeater

modules.

 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

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

 Blower Module(s) - Dual redundant, hot 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.

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Figure 5: InfoStation Rear Panel

 Power Supply Module(s) - Two (2) 400W redundant, hot swappable power

supply modules. Each module features overvoltage and overcurrent protection, total
usage hours, and power supply fault detection.

Power Supply Module LED(s) -

Green LED - Steady glow indicates normal power supply operation.

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

Red LED - Flashing indicates temperature or over/undervoltage condi-

tions.

 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

cables.

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

as optional RAID controller modules and support for Fibre host interfaces and/or
(with a Fibre backplane version of the InfoStation) Fibre drives. Upgrade modules,
providing remote diagnostics capabilities and SAF-TE, SES or SNMP compliance, are
also anticipated InfoStation options.

Blower

Module

Power

Supply

Module

A/C

Power In

Module
Handle

LVD I/O

Repeater

Module

Power
Switch

Power Supply

Module LEDs

Blower

Module

LEDs

I/O Blank

Plate

Module

Option

IFS_5

Repeater

Module LEDs

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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 Bay Indicators and Switch Panels (9 total)

Display and Control Panel

(Figure 6)

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.

Figure 6: Display and Control Panel

Master

Reset
Switch

RJ45

Connector

(Serial Port)

System

Error

LED

Buzzer

Mute

LED

Drive

Shutdown

Override

LED

Cancel

Button

Enter

Button

Scroll
Down
Button

Scroll

Up

Button

LED

Display

Hidden
Buzzer

Shutdown

Override

Switch

IFS_6

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Table 1: Display and Control Panel Components

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

the status of the failed component returns to normal.

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T e m p : x x C

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

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

2. InfoStation system 5V and 12V readings

3. SCSI mode for each channel - LVD, SE, or NC (Not Connected)

4. SCSI mode for each RAID channel - LVD, SE, or NC

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 fan speed levels

12. SAF-TE SCSI ID set-up

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:

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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B A N N E R

At the Factory-Default Display, the user can view the User-Selectable Default Displays
(shown below) by simply using the UP/DOWN keys (refer to section "InfoStation Menu
System" on page 12 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).

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" on page 24 for further information) or via the
InfoMon software (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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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.

Table 2: InfoStation Menu Navigation Switches

Enter

Switch

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.

Cancel

This button is used to terminate the menu system and return
to the Default Display Mode. The menu system will automatic­ally cancel after 15 seconds of User inactivity.

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.

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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.

ENTER

S t a t u s

T E M P : x x C

A v g : x x C

E x t : x x C

5 . x x V

1 2 . x x V

C h 1 : x x x

ENTER

DOWN

DOWN

DOWN

DOWN

UP/DOWN

DOWN

C h 4 : x x x

DOWN

R C h 1 : x x x

R C h 2 : x x x

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 = Ext:xxC.

This display shows the ambient external temper­ature of the InfoStation chassis.

4. Press DOWN until display = 5.xxV.

This display shows the InfoStation system 5V
reading.

5. Press DOWN until display = 12.xxV.

This display shows the InfoStation system 12V
reading.

6. Press DOWN until display = Ch1:xxx.

This display shows the SCSI mode of Channel 1.
xxx represents either LVD, SE, or NC (Not Con­nected).

Press DOWN to scroll through channels 2-4.

7. Press DOWN until display = RCh1:xxx.

This display shows the SCSI mode of RAID
Channel 1. xxx represents either LVD, SE, or NC
(Not Connected).

8. Press DOWN to display the SCSI mode of RAID

channel 2.

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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.

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

breviated 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 pass-thrus.

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".

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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

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.

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

Drive Ready LED is OFF).

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.

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

8. Press UP or DOWN to scroll through each bay

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.

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

the drive immediately after it has been inserted.

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.

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Table 4: Spin-Up Option Settings

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SAF-TE Processor Board SCSI ID Set-Up

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

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

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.

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

take effect after a system power up.

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 ENTER again so that display = SAFT1:xx.

This is the current SAF-TE SCSI ID.

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

cessor board SCSI ID.

6. 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 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.

3. Press ENTER so that display = Alarm.

4. Press DOWN until display = Enc. ID.

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

This is the current enclosure ID.

6. Press UP or DOWN to change the enclosure ID

number.

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 Display.

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

NOTE: Factory default is set to S.Port0.

S.Port0 = External Monitoring
S.Port1 = RAID Monitoring (use this setting for accessing the RAID Module via

the UIM Serial Port)

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

2. Press DOWN until display = Setup.

3. Press ENTER so that display = Alarm.

4. Press DOWN until display = Ser.Port

5. Press ENTER so that display = S-Port0
(or S-Port1).
This is the current serial port set-up.

6. Press UP or DOWN to change the serial port
option.

7. Press ENTER to accept the change.

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Changing the Fan Speed

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

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 = Setup.

3. Press ENTER so that display = Alarm.

4. Press DOWN until display = FanSpeed.

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

This is the current fan speed level.

6. Press UP or DOWN to change the fan speed

level.

7. Press ENTER to accept the change.

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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 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.

3. Press ENTER so that display = Alarm.

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.

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.

ENTER

S t a t u s

T E M P : x x C

V e r s i o n

DOWN

V x . x . x x

ENTER

1. Press ENTER at the Default Display so that

display = Status.

2. Press DOWN until display = Version.

3. Press ENTER to display the Firmware revision

number.

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

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

Table 5: Drive Bay Interface Components

Figure 7: InfoStation Drive Bay Interface Panel

Drive Bay Interface Panel

Each InfoStation drive bay provides a User interface for individual bay operation.

Drive Ready 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 failure.

Steady glow indicates drive is being accessed.

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

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

Insert/Remove
Push Button

Drive Activity LED

1

Drive Activity LED

Drive Ready LED

Drive Fault LED

Bay Identify LED

Insert/Remove
Push Button

Drive Bay

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NOTE: Refer to the InfoStation Installation Guide for detailed information on inserting/re-

moving drives from the InfoStation chassis.

Insert/Remove Push Button

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

Inserting a Drive Carrier (with Drive Installed)

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

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

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.

Removing a Drive Carrier (with Drive Installed)

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

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!

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.

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SCSI CHANNEL CONFIGURATIONS

Termination of the SCSI Bus at the VHDCI Connectors

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!

NOTES: 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).

Figure 8: InfoStation VHDCI Connectors

(I/O Repeater Module)

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PORT A-1

PORT A-2

PORT B

(TERMINATED)

ERR ACT

SCSI LVD/SE

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Figure 9: Single-Channel InfoStation I/O Repeater Module Location

(and Corresponding Drive Channel Assignment)

Single-Channel InfoStation

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

The INFOSTATION scalable backplane design allows either a single, dual, or four channel drive
config-uration.

Figure 9 below shows the location of the I/O Repeater Module on the InfoStation backplane
for a single-channel configuration.

IFS_A1

I/O Repeater

Module #1

I/O Repeater

Module #1

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Dual-Channel InfoStation

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

Figure 10 below shows the location of the I/O Repeater Modules on the InfoStation backplane
for a dual-channel configuration, and the corresponding drive-to-channel assignments.

IFS_A2

I/O Repeater

Module #1

I/O Repeater

Module #1

I/O Repeater

Module #2

I/O Repeater

Module #2

Figure 10: Dual-Channel InfoStation I/O Repeater Module Location

(and Corresponding Drive Channel Assignments)

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4-Channel InfoStation

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

Figure 11 below shows the location of the I/O Repeater Modules on the InfoStation backplane
for a 4-channel configuration, and the corresponding drive-to-channel assignments.

IFS_A3

I/O Repeater

Module #1

I/O Repeater

Module #1

I/O Repeater

Module #3

I/O Repeater

Module #2

I/O Repeater

Module #2

I/O Repeater

Module #4

I/O Repeater

Module #3

I/O Repeater

Module #4

Figure 11: 4-Channel InfoStation I/O Repeater Module Location

(and Corresponding Drive Channel Assignments)

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Figure 13: Typical Dual SCSI Host Connection to InfoStation

(Single-Channel InfoStation)

Typical SCSI Channel Configurations

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

Figure 12: Typical Single SCSI Host Connection to InfoStation

(Single-Channel InfoStation)

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Terminate
or Cascade
to another IFS

I/O Repeater

Module #1

SCSI Host

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Terminate
or Cascade
to another IFS

I/O Repeater

Module #1

SCSI Host

#1

SCSI Host

#2

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Disk Ch. 1

(4 Disks)

Disk Ch. 2

(5 Disks)

Terminator Terminator

Terminator

Terminator

To Host 0

To Host 1

I/O Repeater

Module #2

I/O Repeater

Module #1

RAID Module

Figure 14: Typical InfoStation RAID Module Dual SCSI Host Configuration

(Single InfoStation)

RAID CHANNEL CONFIGURATIONS

NOTE: The installation, configuration, and use of the DXINFOSTATION-160/RAID

module option for 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 guidelines will be discussed in this User's Guide.

CAUTION: Offset VHDCI cable connectors must be used for proper fit. Failure to use

proper cables may result in damage to the I/O VHDCI connectors on the
InfoStation I/O repeater modules and RAID Module! RAID Controller "Kits"
containing external I/O cables are available; contact StorCase for further
ordering information.

Typical RAID Channel Configurations

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Figure 15: Typical InfoStation RAID Module Dual SCSI Host Configuration

(Multiple InfoStation)

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Disk Ch. 1

(4 Disks)

Disk Ch. 2

(5 Disks)

Terminator Terminator

Terminator

Terminator

To Host 0

To Host 1

I/O Repeater

Module #2

I/O Repeater

Module #1

RAID Module

Disk Ch. 2

(5 Disks)

I/O Repeater

Module #2

I/O Repeater

Module #1

Terminator Terminator

I/O Repeater

Module #2

I/O Repeater

Module #1

Disk Ch. 1

(4 Disks)

Disk Ch. 2

(5 Disks)

Disk Ch. 1

(4 Disks)

InfoStation #3

InfoStation #2

InfoStation #1

NOTE: Maximum 15 Disks per SCSI Channel

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APPENDICES

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

Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions

Physical
Specifications

Rack Mount

Tower

Height

6.95" (176.5mm) 19.96" (507.0mm)

Width

16.92" (429.8mm)

8.47" (215.1mm)

(1)

Depth 20.57" (522.5mm) 22.96 (583.2mm)

(1)

Includes base

Environmental Specifications

Operating

Storage

Ambient Temperature 0° C to 35° C -50° C to 75° C
Relative Humidity

(1)

10% to 80% 10% to 90%

Altitude

-1000 to 50,000 ft -1000 to 50,000 ft

-304m to 15240m -304m to 15240m

Shock

(2)

10g 60g

(1)

Non-condensing with maximum gradient of 10% per hour

(2)

11 msec pulse width 1/2 sine wave

Weight

60.8 lbs

(2)

71.0 lbs

(2)

(2)

Weight of empty chassis

Total for 4 Blowers

158 CFM

Cooling

Electrical Specifications (for One Power Supply)

Auto Ranging 400 Watt Power Supply (500W Peak)

AC Input

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

DC Output

5V at 21.5 AMPS, 12V at 24.5 AMPS

Chassis Reliability/Maintainability

MTBF

100,000 Hours

MTTR 5 Minutes
Preventive

Maintenance

None

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StorCase InfoStation

SCSI Ultra160 Rack Mount or Tower Base Model

# of BaySupported 9

# of Drive Carriers Included 9

Max. # of Drives Supported 9

Max. Storage Capacity 324GB

(Based on 36GB Drives)

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

Interface SCA

SCSI Protocol LVD/SE Ultra160
Transfer Rate 160MB/sec

User Interface LED Read-Out and Yes
Control Panel

# of Power Supplies 2

Redundant Yes
Hot Swappable Yes

# of Cooling Fans 2

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

# of Repeater Modules 1

Max. # of Configurable 4
I/O Channels

Distributed Environmental Monitoring Yes

Diffsense Validation on Auto
all SCSI Channels

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StorCase InfoStation

SCSI Ultra160 Rack Mount or Tower Base Model

External Monitoring Utility Yes
via RS-232 Port

Power-On-Hour (POH) Yes
Monitoring

Audible Alarm Yes

Standard 19 Rack-Mount Height = 4U

Tower Height = 19.96

Technical Support Toll-Free

Warranty 7 Years

Regulatory Approvals

EMI FCC/CE/C-tick
Safety Agency CSA/CSA US/TUV

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Figure A-1: InfoStation Rack Mount Physical Dimensions

(Dimensions are for reference only)

Top View

Right Side View

Front View

6.95
(176.5mm)

20.57
(522.5mm)

16.92

(429.8mm)

18.98

(482.1mm)

20.98

(532.89mm)

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Figure A-2: InfoStation Tower Physical Dimensions

(Dimensions are for reference only)

Top View

21.04
(534.4mm)

22.96

(583.2mm)

Right Side View

Front View

8.47

(215.1mm)

19.96
(507.0mm)

10.12

(257.0mm)

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Figure B-1: InfoStation Ultra160 I/O Repeater Kit

(DXIFS-RPTR160-KIT)

Appendix B - Optional Accessories

Ultra160 I/O Repeater Kit

The InfoStation's scalable backplane design allows additional I/O repeater and terminator kits
to be offered, supporting a variety of Ultra160 drive-to-channel configurations. Additional
optional interface/repeater 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 repeater kit comes with
an I/O repeater module and terminator (Figure B-1). Contact StorCase for further ordering
information.

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SAF-TE Processor Board

(Figure B-2)

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 fourteen (14) 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

Figure B-2: InfoStation SAF-TE Processor Board

(S10A100)

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Ultra160 RAID Controller Module

The InfoStation RAID Controller Module (P/N DXIFS-160/RAID) is an Ultra160-to-Ultra160
internal RAID controller specifically designed for the InfoStation (Figure B-3). The
DXIFS-160/RAID is a stand-alone, dual host port controller with two SCSI disk channels
(supporting 2x2 configurations).

This module includes 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.

Figure B-3: InfoStation RAID Controller Module

(DXIFS-160/RAID)

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C

S

I

L

V

D

/

S

E

U

L

T

R

A

1

6

0

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InfoStation

Chassis

Left Cover

Bracket

Right Cover

Bracket

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Rack-to-Tower Conversion Kit

This kit (P/N DXIFS-TKIT) provides all the parts necessary to convert an existing rack mount
InfoStation to a tower conversion (Figure B-4). Contact StorCase for further ordering
information.

Figure B-4: InfoStation Rack-to-Tower Kit

(DXIFS-TKIT)

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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-5). 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.

Figure B-5: Rack Mount Slide Rail Kit

(DXRCK-SLIDE)

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Replacement Power Supply Module

A replacement 400W power supply module (P/N DXIFS-PS400) is available for the InfoStation
chassis as shown in Figure B-6. Contact StorCase for further ordering information.

Figure B-6: Power Supply Module

(DXIFS-PS400)

Replacement Blower Module

A replacement blower module (P/N DXIFS-FAN) is available for the InfoStation chassis as
shown in Figure B-7. Contact StorCase for further ordering information.

Figure B-7: Blower Module

(DXIFS-FAN)

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Drive Carrier

Spare drive carriers (P/N DXIFS-CARRIER) are available for the InfoStation chassis as shown
in Figure B-8. Contact StorCase for further ordering information.

Figure B-8: Drive Carrier

(DXIFS-CARRIER)

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Carrying Case

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.

Figure B-9: Carrying Case

(DX100-DE-C)

InfoStation
Drive Carrier

DX100-DE-C
Carrying Case

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InfoStation External Monitoring Utility (InfoMon)

The InfoStation is an external 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 website
(http://www.storcase.com).

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

The utility will sound the PC speakers in the event of alarms, and allows the User to set the
clock time on the User's Interface Module. This clock is used by the modules to provide
timestamping when logging errors.

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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