StorCase® Technology InfoStation® 12-Bay FC-to-Serial ATA JBOD External Expansion Chassis User's Guide
i StorCase® Technology InfoStation® 12-Bay FC-to-Serial ATA JBOD External Expansion Chassis User's Guide Part No. D89-0000-0251 A00 April 2004 StorCase Technology, Inc. 17600 Newhope Street Fountain Valley, CA 92708-9885 Phone (714) 438-1850 Fax (714) 438-1847 InfoStation 12-Bay JBOD User's Guide - Rev. A00 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 ..................................................................................................................... 1 Packaging Information .................................................................................................. 1 Serial Number ................................................................................................................ 1 General Description .....................................................................................
vii 3 NVRAM ........................................................................................................... 3.1 Update NVRAM ................................................................................... 3.2 Erase NVRAM ..................................................................................... 3.3 Restart ................................................................................................. 23 23 23 23 Starting the Monitor Utility ...................................
viii List of Figures Figure 1: Figure 2: Figure 3: Figure 4: Figure 5: Figure 6: Figure 7: Figure 8: Figure 9: Figure 10: InfoStation 12-Bay JBOD Chassis ................................................................. 4 Front Panel ...................................................................................................... 5 Rear Panel ...................................................................................................... 7 UI Module .............................................
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 chassis contains NO USER SERVICEABLE parts inside the unit. Refer ALL servicing to qualified personnel! NOTES: The configuration and use of the InfoStation JBOD Controller 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.
Introduction 3 The latest versions of the InfoMon utility program and User's Guide can be downloaded (free of charge) from the StorCase web site (http://www.storcase.com). Contact StorCase for further information. Refer to Appendix B for further information on optional InfoStation accessories. 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.
4 Introduction Figure 1: InfoStation 12-Bay JBOD Chassis StorCase Technology, Inc. InfoStation 12-Bay JBOD User's Guide - Rev.
Introduction 5 Front Panel (Figure 2) 5.25" Bay - One bay can accommodate one (1) half-height SCSI device. JBOD Control Panel - Refer to Figure 8. Drive Carrier(s) - Accommodate up to twelve (12) 3.5" low-profile Parallel ATA or Serial ATA devices. Backplane design eliminates cable connections to drives, increases data integrity, and supports drive hot swappability.
6 Introduction Rear Panel (Figure 3) 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. UI Module - LED panel displays system statuses, alarms, and warnings. Refer to section "User Interface Module" for further information. I/O Panel - Provides two (2) DB9 connectors for RS-232 and Modem, and two (2) FC ports for dual FC-ALs. Also provides space for up to four (4) extra I/Os if desired.
Introduction 7 Fan Module Module Option UI Module DB9 Connectors I/O Panel Power Supply Module A/C Power In Power Switch FC Ports Figure 3: Rear Panel InfoStation 12-Bay JBOD User's Guide - Rev. A00 StorCase Technology, Inc.
8 User Interface LED Indicator and User Interface Panel Each InfoStation provides the user with a visual indication of chassis environmental and configuration statuses, in addition to providing an RS-232 connection for system environmental monitoring, configuration, and control (Figure 4).
User Interface 9 Drive Carrier Interface Panel Each InfoStation drive carrier provides a User interface for individual carrier operation. Drive Ready (or Drive Fault) Drive Activity Serial ATA Logo Carrier handle Key Lock LEDs Figure 5: InfoStation Drive Carrier Interface The Drive Carrier Interface consists of the following indicators: Table 1: Drive Ready/ Drive Fault LED Drive Carrier Interface Components BLUE glow indicates that drive is inserted and ready for access.
10 User Interface Inserting a Drive Carrier (with Drive Installed) NOTES: 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. The key lock is only to prevent unauthorized removal or installation of the drive carrier. Locking the key lock is not required for drive carrier operation. 1. Simply insert the drive carrier into the empty bay. 2. Drive is ready to be accessed when the Drive Ready LED glows BLUE.
FC Configurations 11 TYPICAL FIBRE CHANNEL CONFIGURATION CAUTION: DO NOT bend the LC (optical) cable beyond the cable's minimum bend radius, data transmission degradation may occur. Follow cable manufacturer's guidelines for bend radius limitation.
12 FC Configurations External Modem VT-100/ANSI Terminal To SCSI Host 1 To SCSI Host 0 or PCI-Based RAID Controller (or PCI-Based HBA) Figure 7A: Typical Dual FC Loops Connection to InfoStation (with PCI-Based RAID Controller or HBA) External Modem VT-100/ANSI Terminal FC RAID Head To PCI-Based HBA Figure 7B: Typical Dual FC Loops Connection to InfoStation (with FC "RAID Head" and PCI-Based HBA) StorCase Technology, Inc. InfoStation 12-Bay JBOD User's Guide - Rev.
JBOD Controller Configuration 13 JBOD CONTROLLER CONFIGURATION NOTES: The configuration and use of the InfoStation JBOD Controller 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. Also refer to the disk manufacturer's documentation for specific information regarding the disks.
14 JBOD Controller Configuration LEDs Activity Power Indicates data is being accessed Indicates power is ON Control Panel Buttons é ê ENT ESC Use to scroll UP through the menu items Use to scroll DOWN through the menu items Use to select a menu item, open a sub-menu, or to select a a value Use to exit a sub-menu and return to the previous menu Table 2: LCD Display Components Field Description IFS FC/xATA - J Model number* JJJJJJJJJJJX Disk status. The farthest J to the left is Disk 1.
JBOD Controller Configuration 15 Operation Mode The front panel LCD continuously displays the current status of the JBOD Controller. A typical display will look like the following: IFS FC/xATA - J JJJJJJJJJJJX Press Installed Memory MB Press Firmware Revision x.xxx Press Serial Number xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Press CPU Type 80303 Press Disk 1 Press Disk 12 InfoStation 12-bay JBOD User's Guide - Rev. A00 StorCase Technology, Inc.
16 JBOD Controller Configuration Mode Operation The FC-to-SATA JBOD Controller operates in three (3) modes: Self-Diagnostic Mode Configuration Mode Operation Mode Self-Diagnostic Mode To ensure flawless operation, the JBOD Controller has a built-in self-diagnostic utility. SelfDiagnostic Mode occurs automatically upon power up, or after the JBOD Controller has been reset. During this mode, all components are tested and any potential problems are reported.
JBOD Controller Configuration 17 The Main Menu consists of four (4) categories, as shown in Table 3.
18 JBOD Controller Configuration 0 JBOD Params NOTE: Configuration changes made in the JBOD Params menu must be saved and controller restarted before changes can take effect. Refer to section "3 NVRAM" for further information. 0 JBOD Params 0.1 Stripe Size 128 / 64 / 32 / 16 / 8 0.2 Performance Sequential / Random JBOD Params Menu 0.1 Stripe Size NOTE: Smaller stripe sizes provide faster access for small randomly-accessed files.
JBOD Controller Configuration 19 1 JBOD Info NOTE: Disk and environmental information will not be displayed on the LCD display. Information can only be viewed from the Monitor Utility. 1 JBOD Info 1.1 Disk Info Disk info will appear on VT-100 display (e.g. HyperTerminal) 1.2 Environment Info Environmental info will appear on VT-100 display (e.g. HyperTerminal) JBOD Info Menu 1.
20 JBOD Controller Configuration 2 System Params 2 System Params 2.1 Terminal Port 2.2 UPS Port Set 2.3 Password Info 2.1.1 Baud Rate 2400, 4800, 9600, 14400, 28800, 38400, 57600, or 115200 2.1.2 Stop Bit 1/2 2.1.3 Data Bit 7/8 2.1.4 Parity Bit None / Odd / Even 2.2.1 UPS Int Enable / Disable 2.2.2 UPS Port 1 Fail Fan 2.2.3 UPS Port 2 Warn Temp 2.2.4 UPS Port 3 Fail Power 2.2.5 UPS Port 4 Warn UPS 2.3.1 Password Check Enable / Disable 2.3.2 Set Password 2.
JBOD Controller Configuration 21 System Params Menu NOTE: 2.1 The InfoStation's terminal port settings must match the settings of the remote terminal on the host. Terminal Port This function enables the user to set the Baud Rate, Stop Bit, Data Bit, and Parity parameters for the terminal port to match those of the host. 2.1.1 Baud Rate Select either 2400, 4800, 9600, 14400, 19200, 28800, 38400, 57600, or 115200 (default). 2.1.2 Stop Bit Select either 1 (default) or 2. 2.1.
22 JBOD Controller Configuration 2.2.2 UPS Port 1 Fail Fan (default). 2.2.3 UPS Port 2 Temp Warn (default). 2.2.4 UPS Port 3 Fail Power (default). 2.2.5 UPS Port 4 Reserved. 2.3 Password Info This function enables the user to enable password security or change password. 2.3.1 Password Check Select either Enable or Disable (default). When enabled, the user will be prompted to enter a password when first accessing the main menu. 2.3.
JBOD Controller Configuration 23 3 NVRAM Saving Configurations CAUTION: Any changes made in this menu will permanently erase data on disks! JBOD controller should be offline before any configuration changes are made. NOTES: The JBOD controller must be restarted for any configuration changes to take effect. 3 NVRAM 3.1 Update NVRAM Yes / No 3.2 Erase NVRAM Yes / No 3.3 Restart Yes / No NVRAM Menu 3.1 Update NVRAM Select Yes or No (default).
24 JBOD Controller Configuration Starting the Monitor Utility NOTES: Microsoft® Windows® 3.x and Windows® NT 3.5x include a program called Terminal which does not support ANSI color. If using either O/S, select VT-100 for terminal emulation or use a third-party software program such as Procomm for Windows. Microsoft® Windows® 95/98/NT/2000 includes a program called HyperTerminal that supports ANSI color.
JBOD Controller Configuration 25 Set the communications parameters as follows: Table 4: Setting Baud Rate Terminal Program Communications Parameters Value Default Value 2400, 4800, 9600, 14400, 19200, 28800, 38400, 57600, 115200 115200 Stop Bits 1, 2 1 Data Bits 7, 8 8 None, Odd, Even None Parity Flow Control Software Flow Control (XON/XOFF) Enabled To start the Monitor Utility from the remote terminal (or terminal emulation program), press Ctrl-D.
26 JBOD Controller Configuration Selecting Menu Options Configuring the JBOD controller via the Monitor Utility is similar to the LCD Display. However, the Monitor Utility allows for easier navigation through the menu system.
Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions 27 APPENDICES InfoStation 12-Bay JBOD User's Guide - Rev. A00 StorCase Technology, Inc.
28 Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions The following InfoStation specifications and dimensions are provided for reference only.
Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions 29 StorCase InfoStation P/N FC-to-SATA Rack Mount Enclosures S10K105 & S10K106 # of Drives Supported 12 # of 5.25 Bays 1 # of Drive Carriers Included 12 Max. # of Drives Supported 12 Max. Storage Capacity: (Based on 250GB Ultra ATA/100 Drives) 3.0 TB 3.0 TB Hot Swappable Carriers LED Status Indicators Yes Yes (Based on 250GB Serial ATA Drives) Host Interface: Protocol Transfer Rate Max.
30 Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions StorCase InfoStation P/N FC-to-SATA Rack Model Enclosures S10K105 & S10K106 JBOD Features Max.
Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions 31 16.92 (429.8mm) 19.89 (505.2mm) Top View Front View Right Side View 6.95 (176.5mm) 18.98 (482.1mm) Figure A-1: InfoStation Physical Dimensions (Dimensions are for reference only) InfoStation 12-Bay JBOD User's Guide - Rev. A00 StorCase Technology, Inc.
32 Appendix B - Optional Accessories Appendix B - Optional Accessories 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-1). 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.
Appendix B - Optional Accessories 33 Optional 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 460W power supply module (P/N S10H104) is available for the InfoStation chassis as shown in Figure B-2. Contact StorCase for further ordering information.
34 Appendix B - Optional Accessories Replacement 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 S10H105) is available for the InfoStation chassis as shown in Figure B-3. Contact StorCase for further ordering information. Figure B-3: Fan Module StorCase Technology, Inc.
Appendix B - Optional Accessories 35 Drive Carrier Spare drive carriers (P/Ns S10B100 & S10J100) are available for the InfoStation chassis as shown in Figure B-4. Contact StorCase for further ordering information. Figure B-4: Drive Carrier SFP Module Spare LC (optical) SFP Modules (P/N S10D114) are available for the FC-to-SATA RAID InfoStation chassis as shown in Figure B-5. Contact StorCase for further ordering information.
36 Appendix B - Optional Accessories Carrying Case (Figure B-6) The optional molded plastic carrying case (P/N S20E101) 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. The foam lining is contoured to fit a single InfoStation carrier. Contact StorCase for further ordering information. 320FW_13 Figure B-6: Carrying Case StorCase Technology, Inc.
Appendix B - Optional Accessories 37 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.
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