StorCase® Technology Data Express® DE400 Removable Serial ATA Drive Enclosure with Fan User's Guide
i StorCase® Technology Data Express® DE400 Removable Serial ATA Drive Enclosure with Fan User's Guide Part No. D89-0000-0235 B00 December 2003 StorCase Technology, Inc. 17600 Newhope Street Fountain Valley, CA 92708-9885 Phone (714) 438-1850 Fax (714) 438-1847 DE400 User's Guide - Rev. B00 StorCase Technology, Inc.
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v Table of Contents INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................... Packaging Information .................................................................................................. Serial Numbers .............................................................................................................. Package Contents ................................................................................................
vi List of Figures Figure 1: Figure 2: Figure 3: Figure 4: Figure 5: Figure 6: DE400 Receiving Frame and Carriers ........................................................... 3 Drive Carrier Front Panel ............................................................................... 5 Receiving Frame (Rear View) ....................................................................... 6 Option Pin Assignments .................................................................................
Introduction 1 INTRODUCTION Packaging Information The StorCase Technology Data Express® system is shipped in a container designed to provide protection and prevent damage during shipment. The Data Express unit was carefully inspected before and during the packing procedure at the factory. Bent or broken connectors, or evidence of other damage to the Data Express should be reported to the shipper immediately. Refer to Figure 1 for the package contents.
2 Introduction Package Contents NOTE: Package contents may vary, depending on model. The DE400 package contents include the following items. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your StorCase dealer for a replacement. Table 1: Package Contents Carrier(s) & Rec. Frame Carrier Only 1. Drive Carrier(s) 4 1 2. Receiving Frame 1 3. #6-32 Phillips Pan Hd. Screws 8 One Data Express Serial ATA Removable Enclosure 1 8 4. #6-32 Phillips Flat Hd. Screws 16 4 5.
Introduction 3 General Description NOTES: For Serial ATA (1.5Gbps) operation, a Serial ATA controller and appropriate Serial ATA cable are required. A mounting bracket (not included) may be required for the installation of the DE400. Refer to your chassis manufacturers documentation for further information. The StorCase Technology Data Express® DE400 is composed of a receiving frame which supports Serial ATA interfaces and fits within 5.25" full-height peripheral slots.
4 Introduction Drive Carrier Front Panel (Figure 2) Key Lock: NOTE: The key lock prevents unauthorized removal or installation of the carrier. The key lock is only to prevent unauthorized removal or installation of the drive carrier. Locking the key lock is not requried for drive carrier operation.
Introduction 5 Drive Ready/ Drive Fault Drive Activity Serial ATA Logo Carrier Handle Key Lock LEDs Figure 2: Drive Carrier Front Panel DE400 User's Guide - Rev. B00 StorCase Technology, Inc.
6 Introduction Receiving Frame Rear Panel (Figure 3) DC Power Connector(s): The Data Express uses two (2) standard 4-pin DC power connectors to accept DC power. NOTE: Both DC power connectors must be provided with power for proper operation. Serial ATA I/O Connectors (Bays 0, 1, 2 & 3): The input/output connectors provides a standard interface for Serial ATA signals. Fan Module: Fan module provides enhanced heat dissipation (23.7 CFM).
Introduction 7 Activity LED Bay 0 Pin 2 Bay 0 Bay 1 Pin 4 Bay 1 Bay 2 Pin 6 Bay 2 Bay 3 Pin 8 Bay 3 Fault LED Pin 10 GND Remote LED Reserved Pin 12 Reserved Reserved Pin 14 Reserved Reserved Pin 16 Reserved Reserved Pin 18 Reserved Pin 20 Pin 22 Pin 23 Pin 24 Pin 25 Pin 26 Pin 27 Pin 28 Fan LED Enable Pin 29 Pin 30 Fan Buzzer Enable Factory-Installed Jumpers Figure 4: Option Pin Assignments Activity LED: Your Serial ATA host controller may provide support for the ActivityI
Installation 7 INSTALLATION NOTES: For Serial ATA (1.5Gbps) operation, a Serial ATA controller and appropriate Serial ATA cable are required. A mounting bracket (not included) may be required for the installation of the DE400. Refer to your chassis manufacturers documentation for further information. Installing the Drive in the Carrier Preparation While performing the steps in this section, work on a soft surface to prevent excessive shock to the drive being installed.
8 Installation Installation 1. Carefully insert the drive into the carrier. Slide the drive towards the Drive Carrier Board, so that the I/O connector on the drive mates with the connector on the Drive Carrier Board. Drive(s) must be bottom-mounted into the drive carrier(s) using four (4) Phillips Flat Hd. screws (Figure 5). NOTE: 2. The Parallel ATA DE400 carrier has a DC Power Cable that must be connected prior to mating with the Drive Carrier Circuit Board.
Installation 9 Inserting a Drive into the DE400 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. Drive is ready to be accessed when the Drive Ready LED glows.
10 Installation Installing the Receiving Frame The drives should be installed into the carrier before installing the receiving frame into the mounting bay of a computer or expansion chassis. NOTE: Use a #2 Phillips screwdriver during this procedure. 1. Turn OFF power to the computer. 2. Open the computer system according to the manufacturers instructions. If necessary, temporarily remove any expansion boards that may make installation difficult. 3.
Installation 11 10. Turn ON power to the computer. If the installation has been successful, and all cables have been properly attached, the system should boot normally. Although the computer may not recognize the DE400 yet, the appropriate front panel LED indicators on the DE400 should illuminate. 11. The new drives may need to be formatted or initialized prior to use with the operating system and applications software.
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Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions 13 APPENDICES DE400 User's Guide - Rev. B00 StorCase Technology, Inc.
14 Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions Dimensions are for reference only. Environmental Specifications Operating Storage Ambient Temperature 0° C to 40° C -40° C to 70° C Relative Humidity (1) 10% to 80% 10% to 90% Altitude -1000 to 10,000 ft -1000 to 40,000 ft Shock (2) -305m to 3048m -305m to 12195m 10g 60g Non-condensing with maximum gradient of 10% per hour. 11 msec pulse width 1/2 sine wave.
Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions Receiving Frame with Carriers Installed 15 3.12 (79.2mm) 2.06 (52.3mm) 0.47 (11.9mm) 5.02 (127.5mm) 1.25 (31.8mm) 0.47 (11.9mm) 0.39 (9.9mm) 5.82 (147.8mm) #6-32 x 8 (Side) 8.63 (219.2mm) 1.11 (28.2mm) 5.75 (146.1mm) 5.50 (139.7mm) 0.15 (3.8mm) #6-32 x 4 (Bottom) 3.12 (79.2mm) 0.32 (8.1mm) Carrier Only 1.06 (26.9mm) 4.82 (122.4mm) 8.00 (203.2mm) 4.57 (116.
16 Appendix B - Optional Accessories Appendix B - Optional Accessories Replacement Fan Module A replacement fan module is available for the DE400 as shown in Figure B-1. Contact StorCase for further ordering information. Figure B-1: Replacement Fan Module StorCase Technology, Inc. DE400 User's Guide - Rev.
Appendix B - Optional Accessories 17 Drive Carrier Spare drive carriers (P/Ns S10B100 & S10J100) are available for the DE400 as shown in Figure B-2. Contact StorCase for further ordering information. Figure B-2: Drive Carrier DE400 User's Guide - Rev. B00 StorCase Technology, Inc.
18 Appendix B - Optional Accessories Carrying Case (Figure B-3) 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 DE400 carrier. Contact StorCase for further ordering information. 320FW_13 Figure B-3: Carrying Case StorCase Technology, Inc. DE400 User's Guide - Rev.
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