WiebeTech SS8 User Manual

ProSATA™ SS8

ULTRA 320 SCSI to SATA

Disk Subsystem

User Manual

Revised February 19, 2007

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Preface

About this Manual

Thank you for choosing WiebeTech products. If you have any questions, please
e-mail

This manual is designed and written for users of the ProSATA SS8. Users
should ideally be familiar and have some experience with RAID planning and
data storage operations. However, this manual will provide instructions and
education for those who have little or no experience in RAID to install and setup
the ProSATA SS8.

Notice

Product features and specifications described in this manual are subject to
change without notice.

The manufacturer shall not be liable for any damage, or for the loss of
information resulting from the performance or use of the information contained
herein.

[e-mail] or call our tech support.

Trademarks

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contained herein is the exclusive property of WiebeTech LLC and shall not be
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computer-readable form, or otherwise reproduced in any way, without the
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Copyright@2006, WiebeTech LLC
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Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Product Overview .......................................................... 5

1.1 Features........................................................................... 5

1.2 Specifications................................................................... 6

Chapter 2 Environment Setup........................................................ 7

2.1 Before installation ............................................................ 7

2.2 Product overview ............................................................. 8

2.3 Install SATA disks............................................................ 8

2.4 Connect cables................................................................ 9

Chapter 3 GUI Connection

3.1 GUI – http....................................................................... 10

3.2 RS-232 serial port.......................................................... 10

3.3 Remote control – secure shell ....................................... 10

3.4 LCM ............................................................................... 11

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Chapter 4 GUI operation ............................................................... 12

4.1 ProSATA SS8 Menu...................................................... 12

4.2 Login.............................................................................. 13

4.3 Quick install.................................................................... 14

4.4 System config ................................................................ 15

4.4.1 IP address................................................................ 16

4.4.2 Password.................................................................16

4.4.3 Date.........................................................................16

4.4.4 Mail.......................................................................... 17

4.4.5 SNMP ...................................................................... 17

4.4.6 Event log.................................................................. 18

4.5 Volume config................................................................ 18

4.5.1 Physical disk............................................................19

4.5.2 Volume group ..........................................................21

4.5.3 User data group.......................................................22

4.5.4 Cache volume..........................................................24

4.5.5 Logical unit............................................................... 25

4.6 Enclosure management................................................. 26

4.6.1 SAF-TE config ......................................................... 26

4.6.2 Voltage & Temperature............................................26

4.6.3 SMART .................................................................... 27

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4.7 Maintenance .................................................................. 27

4.7.1 Upgrade................................................................... 28

4.7.2 Info........................................................................... 28

4.7.3 Shutdown................................................................. 29

4.8 Logout............................................................................ 29

Chapter 5 Advanced operation .................................................... 30

5.1 Create volume group ..................................................... 30

5.2 Create user data volume................................................ 31

5.3 Attach and detach Bus ID, SCSI ID, and LUN............... 32

5.3.1 Attach LUN to UDV..................................................32

5.3.2 Detach Bus ID, SCSI ID and LUN from UDV........... 33

5.4 Create dedicated cache................................................. 34

5.5 Set global spare and dedicated spare disks .................. 35

5.6 Migration / Expansion .................................................... 36

Appendix

A Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)............................... 38

B RAID Explained.............................................................. 39

C Glossary......................................................................... 40

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Chapter 1 Product Overview

1.1 Features

ProSATA SS8 Subsystem is a high-performance RAID subsystem with the

features listed below:

• Single channel performance is over 240MB/sec

• SATA II drive interface (Backward-compatible)

• Configurable N-way mirror for high data protection

• On-line volume expansion with no system down-time

• Extensible APIs for host server integration

When properly configured, ProSATA SS8 provides non-stop data storage
service with a high degree of fault tolerance through the use of RAID technology
and advanced array management features.

ProSATA SS8 connects to the host system through an U320 SCSI interface for
optimized performance in speed. It can be configured to any RAID level to
provide the most reliable data protection and fastest data transfer rates as
required by user applications.

ProSATA SS8 is designed with a new level of polynomial technology to
implement the RAID 6 function. RAID 6 arrays allow up to two simultaneous HDD
failures without impact on the existing data, making the ProSATA SS8 the most
reliable RAID system.

ProSATA SS8 offers array migration and expansion technology to give users the
flexibility to change RAID levels and increase array capacity for increased
performance or data security to meet the changing demands of applications.

ProSATA SS8 is the most cost-effective disk array subsystem with completely
integrated high-performance and data-protection capabilities that meet or exceed
the highest industry standards.

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1.2 Technical Specifications

Product Name/Code
Supported RAID
Levels
Host Interface
Drive Compatibility
RAID Processor
Memory
RAID Management
Remote
Management
OS Independent &
Transparent
Security

LED Indicators
Thermal Monitoring

Cooling Fan
Power Supply

(300W)
Operating

Temperature
Non-operating
Temperature
Operating Humidity

Supported Operating
Systems

Shipping Weight
Dimensions
Certification

Warranty

ProSATA (SS8)
RAID 0, 1, 0+1, 3, 5, 6 & JBOD
Ultra320 SCSI

SATA1 and SATA2 hard disk drives
Intel IOP80331 500MHz 64-bit RISC Processor
512MB DDR333 DIMM
Web browser & SNMP

Via Ethernet Port

Yes
Separate key lock for each HDD

Drive failure indicator for each drive
Drive access indicators for each drive

Built-in heat and fan sensor with mutable alarm
1 x 8cm Hot-Swappable fan
Input Range: 100 to 240 VAC. 10%

Voltage: +5V/25A +12V/10A 47-63Hz
Agency Approval: EMI/RFI, CE, FCC B, BSMI
Safety: UL, CUL, CB, TUV, CCC

10°C ~ 35°C (50°F ~ 95°F)

10°C ~ 50°C
5% to 95% noncondensing

Windows 98, NT, 2000, Millennium, XP, 2003
Mac 9.1 and above, including OSX, OSX Server, XSERVE
Linux (all latest builds) which support SCSI.

32 pounds = 14.51kg (with drives)
12" x 6" x 17.5" (H x W x D)
FCC, CE
3-year limited warranty with advance replacement within first 90

days after purchase. See warranty statement for details and
limitations. 90 days of free phone support. For support by email,
contact [e-mail].

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Chapter 2 Environment Setup

2.1 Before installation

Requirement:

Prepare a host system with a SCSI HBA card. For optimized performance, a
SCSI Ultra 320 HBA is recommended. The host system should have one free
ethernet or COM port to be used for the initial setup. The management and
configuration web GUI can be accessed remotely after proper setup.

Package contents

Check the accessories packaged with your ProSATA. Please contact
WiebeTech if any items are missing or damaged. The box should contain:

ProSATA SS8 unit 1
Removable drive trays (inside unit) 8
Ultra320 SCSI terminator 1
Power cord 1
Key 1
Hard drive screws 32
User Manual and Warranty Statement (on CD)

• Before starting any type of hardware installation, please ensure that all

• To avoid overheating, ProSATA SS8 should be operated in a well-

• Static electricity can damage electronic components. To guard against

• Environmental requirements:

Caution

Temperature: 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F)
Humidity: 5% to 95%, non-condensing

power switches have been turned off and all power cords have
been disconnected to prevent personal injury and damage to the
hardware.

ventilated area and in such a way that sufficient airflow is
maintained across the controller chips.

such damage:

1. Work in a static-free environment

2. Wear a grounded anti-static wrist strap

3. Store uninstalled components in anti-static bags

4. Handle PCBs by their edges and avoid touching chips and
connectors.

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2.2 Product overview

Front view

Rear view

Power LED

ccess LED

Voltage Switch

Power Switch

RS-232 Port

SCSI to Hos

Terminato

Ethernet Por

Figure 2.2.1

Power Input

Figure 2.2.2

WARNING: Before connecting the
power cable, make sure the voltage
switch is set correctly for your location.

2.3 Install SATA disks

If the hard drives do not come with the RAID system, please follow the
instructions for installation below.

• Press the release button and pull the handle to remove the disk tray. The

trays may have to be unlocked first using the key provided.

• Insert the disk into the disk tray with the connectors directed toward the

open rear of the tray.

• Align the mounting holes of the disk with the tray.

• Mount the disk to the disk tray with the screws provided in the accessory

pack.

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• Slide the disk tray back into the empty slot of the chassis and make sure

the handle clicks into place.

• Lock the tray with key provided to ensure disk security.

Key Lock

Power LED

Access LED

Figure 2.3.1

2.4 Connect cables

Please see Figure 2.2.2 as reference for cable connections.

• Connect power cord.

• Connect SCSI Ultra 320 cable and SCSI Ultra 320 terminator. The

ProSATA SS8 controller does not have a terminator on board and will
need an external terminator to properly work.

• Connect console cable to the host server (RS-232).

• Connect LAN cable to your existing network setup (hub or switch), or

connect console cable (RS-232) to the host server.

Release

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Chapter 3 GUI Connection

3.1 GUI – http

ProSATA SS8 supports graphic user interface (GUI) to manage the system by any web

browser. Be sure to connect LAN cable to the network. The ProSATA will automatically
obtain an IP address if connected to a network that has DHCP support. Check the
ProSATA’s LCD for this address (found on the bottom side of the unit). The GUI can be
accessed by typing the IP address in the browser URL address bar, as follows:

http://192.168.0.200

If DHCP is not available on your network then manual configuration will be required. If
connecting directly from the ProSATA to your computer then you will need a cross-over
cable. You'll then need to set the IP of the ProSATA to something similar to the IP
address of your computer: YYY.YYY.YYY.XXX (Ys being the same numbers as your
computer's IP). More info on manually setting an IP address is found in section 4.4.1.

Upon clicking on any function for the first time, a dialog window will pop up to
authenticate login name and password.

Login name: admin
Default password: 1234

3.2 RS-232 serial port

Use RS-232 serial cable to connect console port.
Default baud rate: 115200, 8 bits, 1 stop bit, and no parity.
Terminal type: vt100
Login name: admin
Default password: 1234

3.3 Remote control – secure shell

SSH (secure shell) is required for ProSATA SS8 to remote login. The SSH client
software is available at the following web site:

SSHWinClient:
Putty:

Host name: 192.168.0.200
Login name: admin
Default password: 1234

http://www.chiark.greenend.org.uk

http://www.ssh.com

Note
Using ssh, the IP address has to be setup and the password is
required for login.

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3.4 LCM (LCD Control Module)

The LCM is found on the bottom side of the ProSATA. It has four buttons for
controlling functions: c(up), d(down), ENT (Enter), and ESC (Escape).

c and d are pressed to scroll through the functions and options.
ENT is pressed to enter functions and to accept selections.
ESC is used to exit to previous menu. Holding ESC will jump back to main menu.

After the system boots up, the following screen will be shown on the LCM:

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IP address) ↵

There are 6 functions accessible by the LCM: Alarm Mute, Reset/Shutdown,

Quick Install, View IP Setting, Change IP Config, and Reset to Default.

Alarm Mute

Select Alarm Mute to mute the alarm.

Reset/Shutdown

Quick Install

View IP Setting

Change IP Config

Reset to Default

Select Reset to restart the controller without powering
down.
Select Shutdown to prepare controller for shutdown prior
to powering off.

Before powering off system, it is recommended to do
Shutdown from the controller to clear the data from
cache.

Select Quick Install to setup a RAID array from the
available drives. Please see Appendix for RAID level
definitions and minimum requirements for each RAID
level.

Select View IP Setting to display current IP address, IP
subnet mask, and IP Gateway.

Select Change IP Config to modify IP address, IP subnet
mask, and IP Gateway.

Select Reset to Default to reset to original manufacture
settings. The login and password will return to default:
admin:1234, and the IP address to default: 192.168.0.1

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Chapter 4 GUI operation

4.1 ProSATA SS8 Menu

Password Administrative password change

Quick install Step 1 / Step 2 / Step 3 / Confirm

IP address DHCP / Static
Date Date and time setting

Mail Email alert setting
SNMP SNMP alert setting
Event log View event log

Physical disk Free disc / Global spares / Dedicated spares / Details
Volume group Create / Delete / Details / Rename / Migrate
User data volume Create / Delete / Attach LUN / Details / rename /

On/Off Line / Set read/write mode / Set priority

Cache Volume Create / Delete / Details / Resize

Logical unit Attach / Detach

SAF-TE config SAF-TE enable/disable

Voltage & View current voltage and temperature of system

Temperature

SMART View SMART disk monitor

Info Current system firmware version
Shutdown Reboot / Shutdown

Upgrade Remote upgrade firmware

Logout Logout of system menu

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4.2 Login

ProSATA SS8 supports graphic user interface (GUI) to operate and monitor the

system via any web browser. Be sure to connect LAN cable. The default IP for
the system is 192.168.0.200, but if the ProSATA has been connected to a
network with DHCP, this address will have been changed automatically. Open
the browser and type:

http://192.168.0.200

Clicking on any function for the first time, a dialog window will pop up to
authenticate login name and password.

Login name: admin
Default password: 1234

Please check section 4.4.1 for changing IP address.
After login, the selections listed can be accessed.

Figure 4.2.1

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