Dell Storage MD1400 Enclosures Hardware Owner's Manual
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Contents 1 About your enclosure........................................................................................... 5 Front-panel features and indicators..................................................................................................... 5 Front-bezel features and indicators..................................................................................................... 6 Hard disk drive indicator patterns...........................................................................
Installing the control panel........................................................................................................... 29 Backplane............................................................................................................................................ 29 Removing the backplane.............................................................................................................. 29 Installing the backplane............................................................
About your enclosure 1 Front-panel features and indicators Figure 1. Front-panel features and indicators Item Indicator, Button, or Connector Icon Description 1 System identification button The system identification button on the front control panel can be used to locate a particular enclosure within a rack. When the button is pressed, the system status indicators on the control panel and the EMM blink blue until the button is pressed again.
Front-bezel features and indicators Figure 2. Front-bezel features and indicators Item Indicator, Button, or Connector 1 Enclosure status LED Icon Description The enclosure status LED lights when the enclosure power is on. Lights solid blue during normal operation. Blinks blue when a host server is identifying the enclosure or when the system identification button is pressed. Blinks amber or remains solid amber for a few seconds and then turns off when the EMMs are booting or resetting.
Hard disk drive indicator patterns Figure 3. Hard disk drive indicators 1. hard disk drive activity indicator (green) 3. hard disk drive 2.
Hard disk drive- status indicator pattern (RAID Only) Condition Blinks green for three seconds, amber for three seconds, and turns off in six seconds. Rebuild aborted Back-panel features and indicators Figure 4. Back-panel features and indicators Item Indicator, Button, or Connector Description 1 Power supply unit or cooling fan module (PS1) 600 W power supply. Primary enclosure management module (EMM 0) The EMM provides: • a data path between the enclosure and the host server.
NOTE: At least one EMM must be installed in the enclosure. If only one EMM is installed in the enclosure, it must be installed in the primary EMM bay and a blank must be installed in the secondary EMM bay. See Installing an EMM blank . Figure 5.
Power indicator codes Figure 6. Power indicator codes Item LED 1 DC power Icon Color State Green • • ON — Normal operation. Power supply is connected to DC power and the power switch is on. The power supply module is supplying DC power to the array. OFF — Indicates any one of the following: – The power switch is off. – The power supply module is not connected to power. – There is a fault condition. 2 Power supply module fault Yellow • • • ON — Fault detected. OFF — OK.
• The OpenManage Server Administrator documentation provides information about managing your storage solution using the storage management service within the server administrator. • The Dell PowerEdge RAID Controller (PERC) H830 and Dell 12Gb SAS HBA User’s Guide provides information about configuring RAID.
Installing enclosure components Recommended tools You may need the following items to perform the procedures in this section: • Key to the system keylock • #2 Phillips screwdriver • Wrist grounding strap Front bezel (optional) Removing the front bezel 1. Using the system key, unlock the front bezel (if locked). 2. Lift the release latch next to the keylock. 3. Pull the left end of the bezel away from the front panel. 4. Unhook the right end of the bezel and pull the bezel away from the system.
Installing the front bezel 1. Hook the right end of the bezel onto the chassis. 2. Fit the free end of the bezel onto the system. 3. Secure the bezel with the keylock. Hard disk drives Safety: Models AMT, E03J, and E04J Models AMT, E03J, and E04J are intended for installation only in restricted access locations as defined in cl 1.2.7.3 of IEC 60950-1:2005. On the basis of your configuration, your enclosure either supports up to up to 12 3.5-inch SAS hard disk drives in internal drive bays.
Figure 8. Removing and installing a 3.5-inch hard disk drive blank 1. hard disk drive blank 2. release tab Installing a hard disk drive blank 1. If installed, remove the front bezel. See Removing the front bezel. 2. Insert the hard disk drive blank into the hard disk drive bay until the blank is fully seated. 3. Close the handle to lock the blank in place. 4. If applicable, install the front bezel. See Installing the front bezel.
Figure 9. Removing and installing a hard disk drive 1. release button 3. hard disk drive carrier handle 2. hard disk drive Installing a hard disk drive CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty.
Figure 10. Removing and installing a hard drive into a 3.5-inch hard disk drive carrier 1. screws (4) 3. hard disk drive carrier 2. hard disk drive Installing a hard disk drive into a hard disk drive carrier 1. Insert the hard disk drive into the hard disk drive carrier with the connector end of the hard disk drive at the back. 2. Align the screw holes on the hard disk drive with the back set of holes on the hard disk drive carrier.
Removing an EMM blank CAUTION: To maintain proper system cooling, make sure you install an EMM blank in the empty slot. 1. Remove EMM 0. See Removing an EMM blank. 2. To remove the EMM blank, press down on the release latch and pull the blank away from the enclosure. Figure 11. Removing and installing an EMM blank 1. EMM blank 2. release latch Installing an EMM blank To install an EMM blank, align the blank with the EMM bay and insert the blank into the chassis until it clicks into place.
NOTE: Stacking the EMM will damage the sensitive EMI contacts Figure 12. Removing and installing an EMM 1. release lever 3. release tab 2. EMM Installing an EMM CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty.
AC power supply unit or cooling fan module Your enclosure supports two hot-swappable power supply unit or cooling fan modules. While the enclosure can operate temporarily with one module, both the modules must be present for cooling the enclosure. CAUTION: A single power supply unit or cooling fan module can be removed from a turned on enclosure for a maximum period of five minutes. Beyond that time, the enclosure may automatically shut down to prevent damage.
Installing an AC power supply unit or cooling fan module 1. Slide the power supply unit or cooling fan module into the chassis until the release tab clicks into place. 2. Connect the power cable to the power supply unit or cooling fan module and plug the cable into a power outlet. 3. Secure the power cable using the Velcro strap. Figure 14. Securing the power cable 1. Velcro strap CAUTION: When connecting the power cable, secure the cable with the Velcro strap.
Figure 15. Power indicator codes Item LED Color State 1 Power output Green • • ON — Normal operation. Power supply is connected to DC power and the power switch is on. The power supply module is supplying DC power to the array. OFF — Indicates any one of the following: – The power switch is off. – The power supply module is not connected to power. – There is a fault condition. 2 Power supply module fault Yellow • • • ON — Fault detected. OFF — OK.
DC power supply module back panel features Figure 16. DC power supply module back panel features Item Feature Description 1 Power supply release lever Unlocks the power supply module for removal from the storage array. 2 Connector on the Connects the power supply module to the DC power supply module. power supply module 3 Power supply On or Off switch 4 Protective safety earth Provides grounding for the power supply module.
Required Wires • One UL 4 AWG, 2 m maximum (stranded) black wire [–(48–60) V DC] • One UL 4 AWG, 2 m maximum (stranded) red wire (V DC return) • One UL 4 AWG, 2 m maximum (stranded) green/yellow/green with a yellow stripe wire (safety ground) Assembling and connecting the safety ground wire WARNING: For equipment using –(48–60) V DC power supplies, a qualified electrician must perform all connections to DC power and to safety grounds.
Wiring the power cables WARNING: For equipment using –(48–60) V DC power supplies, a qualified electrician must perform all connections to DC power and to safety grounds. Do not attempt connecting to DC power or installing grounds yourself. All electrical wiring must comply with applicable local or national codes and practices. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow all safety instructions that came with the product.
Figure 19. Connecting the dc power cables 1. attached (trapped) finger screws 3. connector on the power supply module 2. connector on the power supply cable Removing a DC power supply WARNING: For equipment using –(48–60) V DC power supplies, a qualified electrician must perform all connections to DC power and to safety grounds. Do not attempt connecting to DC power or installing grounds yourself .All electrical wiring must comply with applicable local or national codes and practices.
Figure 20. Removing and installing a dc power supply module 1. release latch 3. power supply module handle 2. power supply module Installing a DC Power Supply Module WARNING: For equipment using –(48–60) V DC power supplies, a qualified electrician must perform all connections to DC power and to safety grounds. Do not attempt connecting to DC power or installing grounds yourself. All electrical wiring must comply with applicable local or national codes and practices.
NOTE: The line input LED lights up when the power cable is connected, even if the switches on the power supply modules are off. NOTE: When installing, hot-swapping, or hot-adding a new power supply, allow several seconds for the system to recognize the power supply module and determine its status. The power-supply status indicator turns green to indicate that the power supply module is functioning properly.
Technical specifications NOTE: The following specifications are only those required by law to ship with your system. For a complete and current listing of the specifications for your system, go to dell.com/support. Power AC Power Supply (per power supply) Watt 600 W Heat dissipation 2047 BTU/hr (redundant, 600 W power supply) NOTE: Heat dissipation is calculated using the power supply wattage rating.
Figure 21. Removing and installing the control panel 1. control panel 3. release tab 2. chassis Installing the control panel 1. Align the control panel with the slot on the enclosure. 2. Slide the control panel into the enclosure until the release tab clicks into place. 3. Install the hard disk drives in their respective slots. See Installing a hard disk drive. 4. Connect all the power cables to the enclosure. 5. Turn on the enclosure and the host server.
3. Remove the hard disk drives. See Removing a hard disk drive. 4. Remove the EMMs. See Removing an EMM. 5. Remove the power supply or cooling fan modules. See Removing an AC power supply unit or cooling fan module. 6. Remove the control panel. See Removing the control panel. 7. Remove the screws that secure the EMM or power supply cage to the chassis. 8. Hold the cage removal ring at the bottom center of the enclosure and pull the EMM or power supply cage toward the back of the chassis.
Figure 23. Removing and installing the backplane 1. screws (5) 3. backplane 2. captive screws (2) Installing the backplane 1. Align the holes on the backplane with the holes on the enclosure. 2. Tighten the captive screw to secure the backplane to the chassis. 3. Replace the screws that secure the backplane to the chassis. 4. Align the slots on the EMM or power supply cage with the tabs on the chassis. 5. Push the EMM or power supply cage toward the front of the enclosure. 6.
Troubleshooting your enclosure 3 Safety first—for you and your enclosure CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.
• If the AC power LED is not lit, check the power cord and power source into which the power supply is plugged. – Connect another device to the power source to verify if it is working. – Connect the cable to a different power source. – Replace the power cable. If the problem is not resolved, see Getting Help. • If the DC power LED is not lit, verify that the power switch is turned on. If the power switch is turned on, see step 2. • If the PSU’s fault indicator is lit, see Getting Help.
Troubleshooting Enclosure Management Modules CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.
6. Ensure that all the cables are attached correctly according to the enclosure mode you selected. For more information about enclosure modes, see Dell Storage MD1400 and MD 1420 Enclosure Hardware Deployment guide. 7. If you reseated the cables, reboot the host server. If the problem persists, see Troubleshooting loss of communication or see Getting Help. Troubleshooting enclosure connections 1.
• Hard disk drives • EMMs • Power supply unit or cooling fan modules • Control panel • Backplane 2. Ensure that all the cables are properly connected and that there are no damaged pins in the connectors. 3. Run diagnostics available in Server Administrator. If the test fails, see Getting Help.
Getting help 4 Contacting Dell NOTE: Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and service options. If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can find contact information on your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell product catalog. Availability varies by country and product, and some services may not be available in your area. To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer-service issues: 1. Go to dell.com/support. 2.
