StorCase® Technology InfoStation® 10-Bay 1U SCSI Ultra320 External Expansion Chassis User's Guide
i StorCase® Technology InfoStation® 10-Bay 1U SCSI Ultra320 External Expansion Chassis User's Guide Part No. D89-0000-0275 A01 September 2004 StorCase Technology, Inc. 17600 Newhope Street Fountain Valley, CA 92708-9885 Phone (714) 438-1850 Fax (714) 438-1847 InfoStation 10-Bay U320 User's Guide - Rev. A01 StorCase Technology, Inc.
ii 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.
iii 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 (714) 445-3455. The RMA number must be prominently displayed on the outside of the return package.
iv Declaration of Conformity Company Name: StorCase Technology, Inc.
v 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.
vi Table of Contents INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................... Packaging Information ...................................................................................................... Serial Number ................................................................................................................ General Description .......................................................................................
vii List of Figures Figure 1: Figure 2: Figure 3: Figure 4: Figure 5: Figure 6: Figure 7: Figure 8: Figure 9: InfoStation 10-Bay Ultra320 Chassis ............................................................ 2 InfoStation Front Panel ................................................................................... 4 InfoStation Rear Panel .................................................................................... 6 Controller Module Panel .........................................................
Introduction 1 INTRODUCTION 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.
2 Introduction General Description CAUTION: The InfoStation contains NO USER SERVICEABLE parts inside the unit. Refer ALL servicing to qualified service personnel! This unit has more than one power supply cord. Disconnect two power supply cords before servicing to avoid electric shock. VHDCI connectors are easily damaged by improper handling. Visually inspect each connector for bent contacts and carefully align prior to insertion.
Introduction 3 Another unique feature of the InfoStation is the InfoMon® monitoring utility program. InfoMon is a console utility that provides the InfoStation with web-based monitoring capability via a serial connection. InfoMon also provides the User the ability to easily configure both device and chassis settings with a few clicks of the mouse! In addition, InfoMon allows the User to monitor the statuses and temperatures of individual InfoStation modules and drive bays, etc.
4 Introduction Front Panel (Figure 2) SCA Drive Carrier(s) - Accommodate up to ten (10) 2.5" SCSI Ultra320 devices. Backplane design with direct-connect SCA connectors eliminates cable connections to SCSI drives, increases data integrity, and supports drive hot swappability. Drive Carrier LED(s) - Provides the following information: Drive Ready (Blue) Indicates that the drive is properly installed and ready for access. Drive Activity (Yellow) Indicates that the drive is being accessed.
Introduction 5 Rear Panel (Figure 3) WARNING: DO NOT USE MODULE HANDLES TO LIFT CHASSIS! These handles are specifically designed for the installation and removal of modules only! NOTE: Blank plate (provided) must be installed if any module slot is left empty. Installation of the blank plate is necessary for proper cooling inside chassis. Controller Module - Two (2) Ultra320 I/O connectors for daisy-chaining applications.
6 Introduction Controller Module Power Supply Module Fan Module A SCSI Connectors Fan Module B A/C Power In Power Switch Figure 3: InfoStation Rear Panel StorCase Technology, Inc. InfoStation 10-Bay U320 User's Guide - Rev.
Controller Module 7 CONTROLLER MODULE PANEL RS-232 Serial Port (Mini USB) Reset LEDs VHDCI Connectors (Ch. 2) ULTRA320 SCSI LVD CH. 2 (IN) LAN Port CH. 2 (OUT) Fan A Dual Ch Config Fault Link 100 Mbps RST Activity Fan A LAN Port Ready Fan B Fault Over Temp On Fan B LEDs CH. 1 (IN) CH. 1 (OUT) RS-232 (InfoMon) VHDCI Connectors (Ch.
8 Controller Module LAN Port: 100 Mbps (Green) - Reserved Activity (Green) - Reserved Link (Green) - Reserved Fault: Fan A (Red) Fan B (Red) - ON = One or more fault conditions with Fan Module A* ON = One or more fault conditions with Fan Module B* * Buzzer will also sound Dual Ch Config (Green) - StorCase Technology, Inc. ON = Chassis is configured for dual-channel (Factory Default) OFF = Chassis is configured for single-channel InfoStation 10-Bay U320 User's Guide - Rev.
Controller Module 9 Inserting a Drive Carrier (with Drive Installed) NOTE: A new 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. Simply insert the drive carrier into the empty bay. Push handle in to lock carrier into place. 2. Drive is ready to be accessed when the Drive Ready LED glows BLUE.
10 Controller Module Configuring Device and Chassis Settings NOTES: The InfoStation is factory-set for dual channel configuration. Some InfoMon changes will only take effect after an InfoStation power OFF & ON. Refer to the InfoMon User's Guide for further information. If necessary, use InfoMon to change any factory default device or chassis settings. For example, the InfoStation is factory-set for dual channel configuration.
SCSI Channel Configurations 11 SCSI CHANNEL CONFIGURATIONS CAUTION: VHDCI connectors are easily damaged by improper handling. Visually inspect each connector for bent contacts and carefully align prior to insertion. NOTE: For daisy-chaining applications, total device-to-host cable length must be within 12m (approx. 39ft) per SCSI specifications. Drive-to-Channel Assignment Figure 7 below shows the corresponding drive-to-channel assignment for dual channel configurations. Bays 1-5 Ch. 1 Bays 6-10 Ch.
12 SCSI Channel Configurations Typical SCSI Channel Configurations CAUTION: VHDCI connectors are easily damaged by improper handling. Visually inspect each connector for bent contacts and carefully align prior to insertion. NOTES: The installation, configuration, and use of 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.
SCSI Channel Configurations 13 If necessary, use InfoMon to change the InfoStation to a single-channel configuration. Once the desired configuration is achieved, cycle the InfoStation chassis power (by turning OFF, then back ON) for changes to take effect. Refer to section "Configuring Device and Chassis Settings" on page 10 of this User's Guide and the InfoMon User's Guide for further information. Disk Ch. 1 To SCSI Host 0 Ch.
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Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions 15 APPENDICES InfoStation 10-Bay U320 User's Guide - Rev. A01 StorCase Technology, Inc.
16 Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions The following InfoStation specifications and dimensions are provided for reference only.
Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions 17 StorCase InfoStation Ultra320 Rack Mount Enclosure 10 Bay # of Drives Supported 10 # of Drive Carriers Included 10 Max. # of Drives Supported 10 Max.
18 Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions StorCase InfoStation Ultra320 Rack Mount Enclosure External Monitoring Utility via RS-232 Port Yes Audible Alarm Yes Standard 19 Rack-Mount Height = 1U Technical Support Toll-Free Limited Warranty 7 Years* Regulatory Approvals EMI Safety Agency FCC/CE/C-tick CSA/CSA US/TUV * 3-year limited warranty on Power & Cooling Modules StorCase Technology, Inc. InfoStation 10-Bay U320 User's Guide - Rev.
Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions 19 17.49 (444.2mm) Top View Front View Right Side View 1.70 (43.2mm) 19.80 (502.9mm) 18.98 (482.1mm) Figure A-1: InfoStation Physical Dimensions (Dimensions are for reference only) InfoStation 10-Bay U320 User's Guide - Rev. A01 StorCase Technology, Inc.
20 Appendix B - Optional Accessories Appendix B - Optional Accessories SAF-TE Processor Board The SAF-TE Processor Board (P/N S10A100) is an optional upgrade for the InfoStation which is easily installed onto the InfoStation's UI Module. Contact StorCase for further ordering information.
Appendix B - Optional Accessories 21 Spare Power Supply Module CAUTION: The power supply module contains NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS inside the unit. Warranty is VOID if module is opened. Refer ALL servicing to qualified service personnel! NOTE: Refer to the InfoStation Installation Guide for further information. A replacement 300W power supply module (P/N S10A180) is available for the InfoStation chassis. Contact StorCase for further ordering information.
22 Appendix B - Optional Accessories Spare Fan Module CAUTION: The fan module contains NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS inside the unit. Warranty is VOID if module is opened. Refer ALL servicing to qualified service personnel! NOTE: Refer to the InfoStation Installation Guide for further information. A replacement fan module (P/N S10A181) is available for the InfoStation chassis. Contact StorCase for further ordering information. Figure B-3: Replacement Fan Module StorCase Technology, Inc.
Appendix B - Optional Accessories 23 Drive Carrier Spare drive carriers (P/N S10A179) are available for the InfoStation chassis. Contact StorCase for further ordering information. Figure B-4: Drive Carrier Carrying Case The optional molded plastic carrying case (P/N S20E104) is designed to transport the InfoStation drive carrier from one site to another in a safe, impact and moisture resistant environment. Its compact design makes it easy to carry and store.
24 Appendix B - Optional Accessories InfoStation Monitoring Utility (InfoMon®) InfoMon is a web-based 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 web site (http://www.storcase.com). The primary purpose of InfoMon is to continuously monitor the environmental status and indicate alarm conditions inside the InfoStation chassis via a serial connection to a PC.
Reader's Comments 25 Reader's Comments Please take a few moments when your computer system is up and running to send us your ideas and suggestions for improving our products and documentation.
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