Product specifications

Chapter 1: Introduction
1.1.2.3 Front Panel Overview
The front section of the subsystem features a 4 x 4 layout for sixteen (16)
3.5-inch drives. The two (2) handles on the front of the subsystem enable
you to easily insert/extract the chassis into/from a rack or cabinet. The LCD
panel on the left handle provides an easy way for you to monitor and
configure your subsystem.
The front panel of the FALCON II RAID subsystem described in this
manual is shown in Figure 1-3. A description of each front panel
component is given below:
Figure 1-3: FALCON II Front View
The front panel shown in Figure 1-3 accommodates the following
components:
• Drive bays with drive tray canisters: The drive bays house the
FALCON II hard drives.
• Right handle and left handle with LCD panel: The subsystem has
right and left handles for easier rackmounting and handling. The
LCD panel shows system information and can be used to configure
and monitor the FALCON II. (Please refer to Section 1.2.1)
1.1.2.4 Hard Drive Numbering
The front panel of the FALCON II enclosure houses sixteen (16) hard
drives in a 4x4 configuration as shown in Figure 1-4. When viewed from
the front, the drive bays (slots) are numbered 1 to 16 from top to bottom,
from left to right.
Product Overview
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