SGI® NAS ISS3124-RP2 Server and IS2224 JBOD Setup Guide 007-5922-001
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Contents 1 Related Publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xii Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 . . . . . . System Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Optional IS2224 JBOD Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 IS2224 JBOD Front-Panel Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Next Steps . 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents 3 IS2224 JBOD Enclosure Cable Guide and Chassis Location . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Check all Cable Connections and Airflow . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Supply Power to the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 ISS3124-RP2 NAS Operation and GUI Startup . Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents A BIOS Error Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 B System Specifications and Regulatory Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Operating Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Regulatory Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 007-5922-001 . . . . . . .
Figures 007-5922-001 Figure 1-1 SGI ISS3124-RP2 NAS Enclosure Example (Top View) . . . . . 2 Figure 1-2 ISS3124-RP2 NAS Server Front View Example . . . . . . 3 Figure 1-3 ISS3124-RP2 NAS Server Rear Components Example . . . . . . 3 Figure 1-4 IS2224 JBOD Storage Enclosure Example (Front View) . . . . . 4 Figure 1-5 IS2224 JBOD Enclosure Front Status Panel Example . . . . . . 5 Figure 1-6 IS2224 JBOD Storage Enclosure Example (Rear View) . . . . .
Figures x Figure 3-4 NAS Software License Agreement Screen Example . . . . . . . 34 Figure 3-5 Appliance Product Registration Screen Example . . . . . . . 35 Figure 3-6 Primary Network Interface Selection Screen Example . . . . . . 36 Figure 3-7 WEB GUI Protocol and Port Selection Screen Example . . . . . . 37 Figure 3-8 Initial Configuration Wizard URL Access Screen Example . . . . . 38 Figure 4-1 Installing the Onboard Battery . . . . . . . . . . . .
About This Guide This Setup Guide provides an overview of the hardware and software general setup steps necessary to installing the SGI® NAS ISS3124-RP2 Server and IS2224 JBOD system. Booting information and descriptions of the major components in the system are covered. This guide also provides basic troubleshooting and maintenance information, BIOS references, and important safety and regulatory specifications.
About This Guide • Chapter 4, “System Safety,” provides general system safety information necessary for proper setup and operation of the system. • Chapter 5, “Troubleshooting Information,” provides best practice procedures to identify, troubleshoot and correct minor problems with an SGI NAS system. • Appendix A, “BIOS Error Codes,” provides a brief listing of BIOS (beep) error codes.
About This Guide : The pluggable module is designed to provide a single point of control to manage all storage related aspects of a virtualized infrastructure. • SGI NAS FC Plug-in User Guide Release 3.1.x, publication number, 007-5902-00x For users who have purchased the optional SGI NAS FC plug-in software, this guide provides information on how the software continuously monitors system configuration, and can take snapshots of the system at configurable intervals without user intervention.
About This Guide SGI systems include a set of Linux® man pages, formatted in the standard UNIX® “man page” style. Important system configuration files and commands are documented on man pages. These are found online on the internal system disk (or DVD-CD) and are displayed using the man command. For additional information about displaying man pages using the man command, see man(1). In addition, the apropos command locates man pages based on keywords.
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Chapter 1 1. Introduction The SGI ISS3124-RP2 NAS is a 2U rackmount system (see Figure 1-1 on page 2 for an example).
1: Introduction Figure 1-1 SGI ISS3124-RP2 NAS Enclosure Example (Top View) System Overview The SGI ISS3124-RP2 network-attached storage (NAS) server is a file-level compute data storage system connected to a computer network and providing data access to a heterogeneous group of clients. The ISS3124-RP2 NAS system not only operates as a file server but is specialized for this task by its hardware, software, and configurations of those elements.
System Overview Figure 1-2 ISS3124-RP2 NAS Server Front View Example M A B L C E D Figure 1-3 G F I H K J ISS3124-RP2 NAS Server Rear Components Example The rear panel of the ISS3124-RP2 NAS server (see Figure 1-3) has multiple interface and functional components as follows: (A) Power Supply Module #1 and (B) Power Supply Module #2, including the server’s two power connectors. (C), (D), (E) and (F) are NICs one through four.
1: Introduction Optional IS2224 JBOD Storage IS2224 JBODs are 2U, rack-mountable storage enclosures based on 6Gb/s SAS technology and powered by the LSI SAS2x36 6Gb/s SAS expander IC. They offer hot-swappable drive bays that support 3Gb/s and 6Gb/s SAS hard disk drives (HDDs) or solid-state drives (SSDs). The following paragraphs and illustrations provide an overview of the IS2224 JBOD; for more detailed information see the SGI InfiniteStorage IS2224 Installation and Overview Guide, P/N 007-5830-00x.
System Overview 1 2 3 4 5 Figure 1-5 IS2224 JBOD Enclosure Front Status Panel Example Retention of critical data is enabled by optional, fully redundant and hot-swappable Environmental Services Modules (ESMs). Each ESM features three 6Gb/s SAS ports, providing connectivity for two host devices and an expansion port to connect additional JBOD enclosures via SFF-8088 connections.
1: Introduction (1) ESM A canister (2) Host SFF-8088 connector 1 (3) Host SFF-8088 connector 2 (4) Seven segment display indicators (5) Serial connector (6) Ethernet connector (7) Expansion port SFF-8088 connector (8) Power/Fan canisters (9) Power connectors (10) Power switch locations (11) ESM B canister location (not installed in this example) 1 2 3 8 Figure 1-6 4 5 6 7 9 10 11 8 9 10 IS2224 JBOD Storage Enclosure Example (Rear View) Next Steps Important: Be sure to read the additional s
System Overview Un-Racked NAS System Setup If you need to install and configure the ISS3124 NAS hardware components and cables, go to Chapter 2, “ISS3124-RP2 Server and IS2224 JBOD NAS System Hardware Installation.” Continue the drive and cable installation using the subsections that follow in Chapter 2. Finish the system setup using the information in Chapter 3, “ISS3124-RP2 NAS Operation and GUI Startup.
Chapter 2 2. ISS3124-RP2 Server and IS2224 JBOD NAS System Hardware Installation This chapter provides a hardware setup checklist and instructions to help you get the SGI NAS system hardware operational. If the NAS hardware is already installed in a rack and cabled together as a system, continue on to Chapter 3, “ISS3112-RP2 NAS Operation and GUI Startup,” to start your system hardware and confirm your SGI NAS GUI operation settings.
2: ISS3124-RP2 Server and IS2224 JBOD NAS System Hardware Installation • Has the Tiltwatch indicator been removed? • After removing the packaging, is there any visible damage? 2. Record any issues/problems (if applicable): • Use the bill of lading to record any issues discovered during the inspection. • Sign for the shipment after making notes on the bill of lading. 3.
Warnings and Precautions ! Warning: Extend the leveling jacks on the bottom of the rack to the floor with the full ! Warning: Attach stabilizers to the rack in single rack installations. Failure to do so can ! Warning: Couple racks together in multiple rack installations. Failure to do so can result ! Warning: Be sure the rack is stable before extending a component from the rack. Failure ! Warning: Extend only one component at a time.
2: ISS3124-RP2 Server and IS2224 JBOD NAS System Hardware Installation • Install the heaviest enclosure components in the bottom of the rack first, and then work up. • Use a regulating uninterruptible power supply (UPS) to protect the server from power surges and voltage spikes and to keep your system operating in case of a power failure. • Allow the hot-pluggable drives and power supply modules to cool before touching them.
Installing the ISS3124-RP2 NAS Server into a Rack Reliable Ground A reliable ground must be maintained at all times. To ensure this, the rack itself should be grounded. Particular attention should be given to power supply connections other than the direct connections to the branch circuit (for example, the use of power strips, and so on). Installing the ISS3124-RP2 NAS Server into a Rack Use the following steps to install the ISS3124-RP2 NAS server rail kit in the rack.
2: ISS3124-RP2 Server and IS2224 JBOD NAS System Hardware Installation 2. Fully extend the rail slides as shown in the example in Figure 2-3.
Installing the ISS3124-RP2 NAS Server into a Rack 3. Attach the chassis to the rail slides as shown in the example in Figure 2-4.
2: ISS3124-RP2 Server and IS2224 JBOD NAS System Hardware Installation 4. Push the release tab and push the chassis into the rack as shown in the example in Figure 2-5.
Rackmounting an Optional IS2224 JBOD Enclosure Rackmounting an Optional IS2224 JBOD Enclosure Use two people whenever installing the IS2224 JBOD enclosure as the unit can weigh up to 40 lbs (18.1 kg). Be sure the airflow through the unit matches with other components installed in the rack, Figure 2-6 shows the airflow pattern from the front (1) to the rear (2).
2: ISS3124-RP2 Server and IS2224 JBOD NAS System Hardware Installation Position the IS2224 Mounting Rails Position the mounting rails in the rack using the following steps, see Figure 2-7 as a reference.
Rackmounting an Optional IS2224 JBOD Enclosure 1. Attach the mounting rails to the rack by performing these substeps: – Make sure that the adjustment screws on the mounting rail are loose so that the mounting rail can extend or contract as needed. – Place the mounting rail inside the cabinet, and extend the mounting rail until the flanges on the mounting rail touch the inside of the cabinet.
2: ISS3124-RP2 Server and IS2224 JBOD NAS System Hardware Installation Figure 2-9 Alignment Spacers on the IS2224 Mounting Rail Use the Alignment Spacers to help properly place the rails into the rack and follow these substeps to secure the rails in place. 1. Insert one M5 (12mm) screw through the front of the cabinet, and screw into the top captured nut in the mounting rail. 2.
Rackmounting an Optional IS2224 JBOD Enclosure – The mounting holes on the front flanges of the storage enclosure align with the mounting holes on the front of the mounting rails. – The rear edge of the storage enclosure sheet metal fits into the clip on the mounting rail (reference Figure 2-10). – The holes in the storage enclosure sheet metal for the rear hold-down screws align with the captured nuts in the side of the mounting rails.
2: ISS3124-RP2 Server and IS2224 JBOD NAS System Hardware Installation Figure 2-11 Securing the IS2224 Storage Enclosure to the Rack’s Front 9. Insert one M5 (12mm) screw through the bottom hole of a flange on the storage enclosure so that the screw goes through the rack’s vertical front rail and engages the bottom captured nut in the mounting rail. 10. Repeat this process for the opposite side of the enclosure and tighten the screws after both are properly aligned and in place. 11.
Rackmounting an Optional IS2224 JBOD Enclosure Figure 2-12 Attaching End Caps to the IS2224 Storage Enclosure IS2224 JBOD Enclosure Cable Guide and Chassis Location Figure 2-13 shows an example connection between the ISS3124-RP2 and one IS2224 JBOD unit. Your system may have different options than those shown, check with your service provider.
2: ISS3124-RP2 Server and IS2224 JBOD NAS System Hardware Installation Figure 2-14 shows example connections between the ISS3124-RP2 and two IS2224 JBOD units. Figure 2-14 ISS3124-RP2 NAS Server with Two IS2224 JBOD Expansions Cabling Example Figure 2-15 shows example connections between the ISS3124-RP2 and three IS2224 JBOD units.
Rackmounting an Optional IS2224 JBOD Enclosure JBOD-A JBOD-B JBOD-C Figure 2-15 ISS3124-RP2 NAS Server with Three IS2224 JBOD Expansions Cabling Example Figure 2-16 shows a cabling example for an ISS3124-RP2 NAS server interconnected with four IS2224 JBOD expansion units.
2: ISS3124-RP2 Server and IS2224 JBOD NAS System Hardware Installation JBOD-A JBOD-B JBOD-C JBOD-D Figure 2-16 26 ISS3124-RP2 NAS Server with Four IS2224 JBOD Expansions Cabling Example 007-5922-001
Supply Power to the System Check all Cable Connections and Airflow Make sure all power and data cables are properly connected and not blocking the system airflow. Check the Airflow The system component layout was carefully designed to direct sufficient cooling airflow to the components that generate the most heat. Note: Make sure that all power and data cables have been routed in such a way that they do not block the airflow generated by the enclosure fans.
Chapter 3 3. ISS3124-RP2 NAS Operation and GUI Startup Overview This chapter covers basic hardware operation and GUI startup for your ISS3124-RP2 NAS system. Front Bezel and Control Panels On the chassis front you can see a control panel (reference Figure 3-1). There is a control panel on each ISS3124-RP2 NAS head server enclosure. There is also a status/control panel for each JBOD expansion unit on an SGI NAS.
3: ISS3124-RP2 NAS Operation and GUI Startup Figure 3-2 ISS3124 NAS Server Front Panel Controls and Indicators Example Table 3-1 describes the control panel components and their functions. Table 3-1 ISS3124-RP2 Control Panel Components and Functions Label Button/LED Color Condition Function A System ID button with LED Blue On Highlights targeted system. Can be activated by the button or software.
Overview Table 3-1 Label ISS3124-RP2 Control Panel Components and Functions (continued) Button/LED Color Condition Function On System ready/No alarm. Blink System ready, but degraded: – Redundancy lost such as a pwr supply or fan fail. – Non-critical temp/voltage threshold. – Battery failure. – Predictive power supply failure.
3: ISS3124-RP2 NAS Operation and GUI Startup • If the system is not powered down normally, it is possible the Power LED will blink at the same time the system status LED is off due to a failure or configuration change that prevents the BIOS from running.
ISS3124-RP2 NAS GUI Startup • End User Name • Email Address • Telephone Your permanent key(s) will be emailed to you. If your purchase was for add-on plug-ins only, open a Supportfolio case as described earlier and SGI will upload the functionality for the plug-in to your original base software key(s). Registering the SGI ISS3124-RP2 NAS Software Boot the SGI ISS3124-RP2 NAS appliance. After the appliance boots up, review and accept the SGI NAS software license agreement.
3: ISS3124-RP2 NAS Operation and GUI Startup SGI NAS licenses are based on raw disk drive capacity and log, cache and spare devices are excluded from the calculation. Follow the instructions on the appliance’s NAS management console (NMC) screen to register the appliance software. Note: The screenshots in this document are examples and may show different configuration information than what you see. Ensure you enter the product registration key exactly as it appears in the email sent when you register.
ISS3124-RP2 NAS GUI Startup The software key is case sensitive. Make sure to enter the key exactly as specified in the auto-generated e-mail. The ‘-’ separating groups of key characters needs to be entered as well.
3: ISS3124-RP2 NAS Operation and GUI Startup Tip: In most cases it is preferable to configure the appliance’s primary IP interface statically. Follow your general local area network administration guidelines. After you have reconfigured the Primary Network Interface, you should see an “Enabling message” on the screen similar to: Enabling ae0 via DHCP...OK. After choosing your primary IP settings, you need to select no to the reconfigure prompt at the bottom of the interface screen, see Figure 3-6.
ISS3124-RP2 NAS GUI Startup Figure 3-7 on page 37 shows an example screen with a WEB GUI port selected to 2000 (the default). The example screen also shows the primary networking interface and its (configured) settings. At this point you should be able to ping the appliance from an external host. Figure 3-7 WEB GUI Protocol and Port Selection Screen Example Note: During the process of network configuring you can specify the WEB GUI port.
3: ISS3124-RP2 NAS Operation and GUI Startup Figure 3-8 Initial Configuration Wizard URL Access Screen Example You will notice a brief instruction set displayed on the console above the login prompt. It is essential to follow these instructions and use the internet browser to perform a few basic configuration steps. Finishing Initial Configuration The appliance is now almost ready for use. As per the instructions shown in Figure 3-8, use the displayed URL (in this example case it is http://192.168.0.
ISS3124-RP2 NAS GUI Startup Tip: If your internet browser does not connect to the appliance, it is likely because the primary networking interface is misconfigured. Recheck the procedures you executed in the previous two subsections.
Chapter 4 4. System Safety This chapter describes basic safety precautions for working with the SGI ISS3124-RP2 NAS systems. Electrical Safety Precautions Basic electrical safety precautions should be followed to protect yourself from harm and the Modular InfiniteStorage system from damage, as follows: 007-5922-001 • Be aware of the locations of the power on/off buttons on the chassis as well as the room's emergency power-off switch, disconnection switch or electrical outlet.
4: System Safety NAS Node Serverboard Battery Caution: There is a danger of explosion if an onboard battery is installed upside down, which will reverse its polarities (see Figure 4-1). This battery must be replaced only with the same or an equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Check with your service representative if you have any questions. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.
ESD Precautions • Place the chassis top cover and any system components that have been removed away from the system or on a table so that they won't accidentally be stepped on. • While working on the system, do not wear loose clothing such as neckties and unbuttoned shirt sleeves, which can come into contact with electrical circuits or be pulled into a cooling fan.
Chapter 5 5. Troubleshooting Information This chapter includes basic troubleshooting information and best practice procedures to work with an SGI ISS3124-RP2 NAS system. This chapter covers the following troubleshooting topics: • Detecting Component Failures • No Video • Loss of System Setup Configuration • Safe Power-Off • Checking System Air Flow Note: Some software products are protected with software license keys derived from the Media Access Control (MAC) Ethernet address.
5: Troubleshooting Information Handling NAS Internal Components ! Caution: Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage electrostatic-sensitive devices inside the NAS enclosure. Use the ESD precautions described below when you handle printed circuit boards or other components in the system. The following measures are generally sufficient: • Use a grounded wrist strap designed to prevent electrostatic discharge. • Touch a grounded metal object before removing any board from its antistatic bag.
Handling NAS Internal Components Activity LED Status LED Figure 5-1 ISS3124-RP2 Disk Drive LEDs Table 5-1 describes the meaning of the RP2 NAS server’s disk drive status LED. Table 5-1 LED Color Amber RP2 HDD Status LED Functions LED Behavior Drive Status Off No access and no fault. Solid On Hard drive fault has occurred. Blink – RAID rebuild in progress (1Hz). – Identify (2Hz). Table 5-2 describes the functions of the ISS3124-RP2 disk green drive activity LED.
5: Troubleshooting Information ISS3124-RP2 Server Power Supply LEDs There is a single bi-color LED (green/amber) to indicate the ISS3124-RP2 server power supply status. Table 5-3 describes the different states of the LED. Table 5-3 ISS3124-RP2 Power Supply LED States LED State Power Supply (PS) State Off No AC power to any PS. Green Output on and Ok. Green, 1Hz blink AC present (only 12VSB on). PS off or PS in cold redundant state. Green, 2Hz blink PS firmware updating.
Handling NAS Internal Components Safe Power-Off There are several safe power-off methods for an SGI NAS Server or JBOD. They include, • Using the OS GUI power-off button at the console screen, if a keyboard/mouse/video monitor is connected. • Pushing and holding the Power button on the front panel (see “Front Bezel and Control Panels” in Chapter 3). • When logged in via an ssh session and executing a “shutdown” or “poweroff” command.
Appendix A A. BIOS Error Codes During Power-On Self-Test (POST) routines, which are performed each time the system is powered on, errors may occur. Non-fatal errors are those which, in most cases, allow the system to continue the boot-up process. The error messages normally appear on the screen. The BMC may generate beep codes upon detection of failure conditions that do not allow the system to fully boot.
Appendix B B. System Specifications and Regulatory Overview This appendix provides basic environmental operating requirements and regulatory information for the ISS3124-RP2 NAS server and IS2224 JBOD disk expansion. Operating Environment Table B-1 describes the technical specifications for the ISS3124-RP2 NAS server.
B: System Specifications and Regulatory Overview Table Table B-2 outlines the operating environment and specifications for the IS2224 JBOD disk enclosures.
Regulatory Compliance California Best Management Practices Regulations for Perchlorate Materials: This Perchlorate warning applies only to products containing CR (Manganese Dioxide) Lithium coin cells. “Perchlorate Material-special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.
