P3AM-4822-12ENZ0 ETERNUS DX80 S2/DX90 S2 Disk storage system User's Guide -Site Planning-
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Preface Fujitsu would like to thank you for purchasing our ETERNUS DX80 S2/DX90 S2 Disk storage system. The ETERNUS DX80 S2/DX90 S2 Disk storage system is designed to be connected to Fujitsu (PRIMEQUEST or PRIMERGY) or non-Fujitsu servers. This manual describes the environmental requirements that are necessary to install and use the ETERNUS DX80 S2/DX90 S2 Disk storage system. This manual is intended for use of ETERNUS DX80 S2/DX90 S2 Disk storage system in regions other than Japan.
About this Manual Organization This manual is composed of the following four chapters: ● Chapter 1 Hardware Configurations This chapter describes the main components and the relative optional products that are installed in the ETERNUS DX80 S2/DX90 S2 Disk storage system. ● Chapter 2 ETERNUS DX Disk Storage System Installation This chapter describes the installation specifications, the installation environment, and the power requirements.
About this Manual Warning Notations Warning signs are shown throughout this manual in order to prevent injury to the user and/or material damage. These signs are composed of a symbol and a message describing the recommended level of caution. The following explains the symbol, its level of caution, and its meaning as used in this manual.
Table of Contents Chapter 1 1.1 1.1.1 1.1.2 1.2 1.2.1 1.2.2 Hardware Configurations 11 Controller Enclosure .......................................................................................................... 11 Controllers ..................................................................................................................................................... 15 Power Supply Units ..........................................................................................................
Table of Contents Chapter 3 3.1 3.1.1 3.1.2 3.2 3.2.1 3.2.2 Connections 46 Host Connections .............................................................................................................. 46 Host Interfaces .............................................................................................................................................. 46 Host Connection Path ......................................................................................................................
List of Figures Figure 1.1 Figure 1.2 Figure 1.3 Figure 1.4 Figure 1.5 Figure 1.6 Figure 1.7 Figure 1.8 Figure 1.9 Figure 1.10 Figure 1.11 Figure 1.12 Figure 1.13 Figure 1.14 Figure 1.15 Figure 1.16 Figure 1.17 Figure 1.18 Figure 1.19 Figure 1.20 Figure 1.21 Figure 1.22 Figure 1.23 Figure 1.24 Figure 1.25 Figure 2.1 Figure 2.2 Figure 2.3 Figure 2.4 Figure 2.5 Figure 2.6 Figure 2.7 Figure 2.8 Figure 2.9 Figure 2.10 Figure 2.11 Figure 3.1 Figure 3.2 Figure 3.3 Figure 3.4 Figure 3.5 Figure 3.6 Figure 3.
List of Figures Figure 3.11 Figure 3.12 Figure 3.13 Figure 3.14 Figure 3.15 Figure 3.16 Figure 3.17 Figure 3.18 Figure 3.19 Figure 4.1 Figure 4.2 Figure 4.3 Figure 4.4 Figure 4.5 Figure 4.6 Figure 4.7 Figure 4.8 Figure 4.9 Figure 4.10 iSCSI connection for remote copy (using lines) ............................................................................................ Example of a LAN connection............................................................................................................
List of Tables Table 1.1 Table 1.2 Table 1.3 Table 1.4 Table 1.5 Table 1.6 Table 1.7 Table 1.8 Table 1.9 Table 1.10 Table 2.1 Table 2.2 Table 2.3 Table 2.4 Table 2.5 Table 2.6 Table 2.7 Table 2.8 Table 2.9 Table 2.10 Table 2.11 Table 3.1 Table 3.2 Table 3.3 Table 4.1 Table 4.2 Table 4.3 Table 4.4 Table 4.5 Table 4.6 Table 4.7 Host interface specifications........................................................................................................................
Chapter 1 Hardware Configurations This chapter explains hardware configurations for the ETERNUS DX Disk storage system. 1.1 Controller Enclosure This section explains the main components in the controller enclosure. The controller enclosure contains drives installed in the front, and controllers and power supply units in the rear. Since the power supply units are redundant, operations can continue even if one of them fails. There are two models: a single-controller type and a dual-controller type.
Chapter 1 Hardware Configurations 1.1 Controller Enclosure ● Rear view • Single-controller type Figure 1.2 Rear view of a 2.5" type controller enclosure (single-controller type) Host interface (CA#1) LAN (RMT) port LAN (MNT) port Controller (CM#0) PWC port Cover Power supply unit (PSU#0) Power supply unit (PSU#1) Drive interface (OUT) port Host interface (CA#0) • Dual-controller type Figure 1.3 Rear view of a 2.
Chapter 1 Hardware Configurations 1.1 Controller Enclosure ● Top view Figure 1.4 Top view of a 2.5" type controller enclosure ● Side view Figure 1.5 Side view of a 2.5" type controller enclosure ■ External views of a 3.5" type controller enclosure ● Front view Figure 1.6 Front view of a 3.5" type controller enclosure 3.5" disk or 3.
Chapter 1 Hardware Configurations 1.1 Controller Enclosure ● Rear view • Single-controller type Figure 1.7 Rear view of a 3.5" type controller enclosure (single-controller type) Host interface (CA#1) LAN (RMT) port LAN (MNT) port Controller (CM#0) PWC port Cover Power supply unit (PSU#0) Power supply unit (PSU#1) Drive interface (OUT) port Host interface (CA#0) • Dual-controller type Figure 1.8 Rear view of a 3.
Chapter 1 Hardware Configurations 1.1 Controller Enclosure ● Top view Figure 1.9 Top view of a 3.5" type controller enclosure ● Side view Figure 1.10 Side view of a 3.5" type controller enclosure 1.1.1 Controllers The controller contains a CPU, cache memory, System Capacitor Unit (SCU), non-volatile memory, host interfaces, drive interface ports, and LAN ports. The controller controls all operations in the ETERNUS DX Disk storage system. ■ CPU A single core processor is installed.
Chapter 1 Hardware Configurations 1.1 Controller Enclosure ■ Host interfaces A host interface (CA) is a board that has interface ports to connect a controller to a server. Up to two host interfaces can be installed in the controller of an ETERNUS DX Disk storage system. Different types of host interfaces can exist together in the same controller. For details about the installation rules, refer to "4.3.1 Host Interfaces" (page 70). FC, iSCSI, FCoE, and SAS are available as host interface.
Chapter 1 Hardware Configurations 1.1 Controller Enclosure ■ LAN ports Two LAN ports (RJ-45) are installed in each controller. Each LAN port is used for operation management (MNT port) and for remote support function (RMT port) respectively. The following table shows the LAN port specifications. Table 1.3 LAN port specifications for controllers Interface Ethernet (1000Base-T/100Base-TX/10Base-T) Transfer speed (max.
Chapter 1 Hardware Configurations 1.2 Drive Enclosures 1.2 Drive Enclosures This section explains the main components in the drive enclosure. The drive enclosure contains drives installed in the front, and I/O modules and power supply units in the rear. Up to 24 drives can be installed in a 2.5" type drive enclosure. Up to 12 drives can be installed in a 3.5" type drive enclosure. Since the power supply units are redundant, operations can continue even if one of them fails.
Chapter 1 Hardware Configurations 1.2 Drive Enclosures • Dual-IOM type Figure 1.13 Rear view of a drive enclosure (dual-IOM type) Drive interface (OUT) port I/O module (IOM6#0) Drive interface (OUT) port Drive interface (IN) port Drive interface (IN) port I/O module (IOM6#1) Power supply unit (PSU#1) Power supply unit (PSU#0) ● Top view Figure 1.14 Top view of a 2.5" type drive enclosure ● Side view Figure 1.15 Side view of a 2.
Chapter 1 Hardware Configurations 1.2 Drive Enclosures ■ External views of a 3.5" type drive enclosure ● Front view Figure 1.16 Front view of a 3.5" type drive enclosure 3.5" disk or 3.5" Solid State Drive (SSD) DE-ID display panel ● Rear view • Single-IOM type Figure 1.17 Rear view of a drive enclosure (single-IOM type) Drive interface (OUT) port I/O module (IOM6#0) Drive interface (IN) port Cover Power supply unit (PSU#1) Power supply unit (PSU#0) • Dual-IOM type Figure 1.
Chapter 1 Hardware Configurations 1.2 Drive Enclosures ● Top view Figure 1.19 Top view of a 3.5" type drive enclosure ● Side view Figure 1.20 Side view of a 3.5" type drive enclosure 1.2.1 I/O Modules The I/O module is a component that controls the interaction between the controller and the drives. The I/O module is connected to the controller or an I/O module on another drive enclosure. ■ Drive interface ports A drive interface port is used to connect a controller enclosure or drive enclosures.
Chapter 1 Hardware Configurations 1.3 Enclosure Connection Path 1.2.2 Power Supply Units The power supply unit transforms input AC power from a power socket to DC power and supplies power to each component. Two power supply units are installed in each drive enclosure. Each power supply unit contains fans. 1.3 Enclosure Connection Path For a dual-controller type, a controller enclosure (CE) is connected to drive enclosures (DE) with multiple paths.
Chapter 1 Hardware Configurations 1.4 Drives A connection path is not duplicated in a single-controller type. Figure 1.22 Enclosure connection path (single-controller type) DE #09 DI DE #0x DI DE #02 DI DI DE #01 DI DI CE DI: Drive interface port 1.4 Drives The following drives can be installed in a controller enclosure and drive enclosure. 1.4.1 2.5" Drives The following table shows the 2.5" drive specifications. Table 1.6 2.
Chapter 1 Hardware Configurations 1.5 Power Distribution Units (Only for Regions Other than EMEA&I) 1.4.2 3.5" Drives The following table shows the 3.5" drive specifications. Table 1.7 3.5" drive specifications Drive name Drive interface SAS disks Nearline SAS disks SSDs 1.
Chapter 1 Hardware Configurations 1.5 Power Distribution Units (Only for Regions Other than EMEA&I) The following table shows the specifications of a power distribution unit and the AC cables that are provided. Table 1.
Chapter 1 Hardware Configurations 1.5 Power Distribution Units (Only for Regions Other than EMEA&I) ■ Power distribution unit for DX80 S2/DX90 S2 (AC200-240V, 2U, Max 8 enclosures connection) There are 16 outlets. Figure 1.25 Power distribution unit (AC200-240V, 2U, Max 8 enclosures connection) Outlets (OUTPUT) The following table shows the specifications of a power distribution unit and the AC cables that are provided. Table 1.
Chapter 2 ETERNUS DX Disk Storage System Installation This chapter explains the installation of the ETERNUS DX Disk storage system. 2.1 Installation Specifications 2.1.1 ETERNUS DX80 S2 The following table shows the specifications of the ETERNUS DX80 S2. Table 2.1 ETERNUS DX80 S2 installation specifications ETERNUS DX80 S2 Item Dimensions (W × D × H) Maximum weight (*2) 2.5" drive configuration 3.
Chapter 2 ETERNUS DX Disk Storage System Installation 2.1 Installation Specifications ETERNUS DX80 S2 Item Maximum heat generation (*2) Maximum amount of exhaust air 2.5" drive configuration Controller enclosure AC 100 – 120V 2300kJ/h 2300kJ/h AC 200 – 240V 2300kJ/h 2200kJ/h Drive enclosure AC 100 – 120V 2100kJ/h 2000kJ/h AC 200 – 240V 2100kJ/h 2000kJ/h Controller enclosure 4.0m3/min Drive enclosure 4.
Chapter 2 ETERNUS DX Disk Storage System Installation 2.1 Installation Specifications 2.1.2 ETERNUS DX90 S2 The following table shows the specifications of the ETERNUS DX90 S2. Table 2.2 ETERNUS DX90 S2 installation specifications ETERNUS DX90 S2 Item Dimensions (W × D × H) Maximum weight (*2) 2.
Chapter 2 ETERNUS DX Disk Storage System Installation 2.1 Installation Specifications ETERNUS DX90 S2 Item Temperature 2.5" drive configuration Operating 10 – 40°C Not operating 0 – 50°C Shipping -40 – 60°C Temperature gradient Humidity Environmental conditions Vibration limit Noise emission (*3) *1: *2: *3: 3.
Chapter 2 ETERNUS DX Disk Storage System Installation 2.2 Storage System Dimensions 2.2 Storage System Dimensions 2.2.1 Controller Enclosure Dimensions ■ 2.5" type controller enclosure The following diagrams show the dimensions of a 2.5" type controller enclosure. The dimension values do not include any protruding parts (approximation). 645mm Figure 2.1 2.
Chapter 2 ETERNUS DX Disk Storage System Installation 2.2 Storage System Dimensions ■ 3.5" type controller enclosure The following diagrams show the dimensions of a 3.5" type controller enclosure. The dimension values do not include any protruding parts (approximation). 670mm Figure 2.2 3.
Chapter 2 ETERNUS DX Disk Storage System Installation 2.2 Storage System Dimensions Drive Enclosure Dimensions ■ 2.5" type drive enclosure The following diagrams show the dimensions of a 2.5" type drive enclosure. The dimension values do not include any protruding parts (approximation). 540mm Figure 2.3 2.5" type drive enclosure dimensions Side 482mm Top 88mm 2.2.
Chapter 2 ETERNUS DX Disk Storage System Installation 2.2 Storage System Dimensions ■ 3.5" type drive enclosure The following diagrams show the dimensions of a 3.5" type drive enclosure. The dimension values do not include any protruding parts (approximation). 555mm Figure 2.4 3.
Chapter 2 ETERNUS DX Disk Storage System Installation 2.3 Package Size 2.3 Package Size The ETERNUS DX Disk storage system is shipped in cardboard boxes. These boxes may not fit through some doorways or elevators. To make sure that the ETERNUS DX Disk storage system can be moved to the installation site, carefully check the transport route information. Refer to "2.1 Installation Specifications" (page 27) for the maximum weight of each enclosure.
Chapter 2 ETERNUS DX Disk Storage System Installation 2.4 Installation Area 2.4 Installation Area This section explains the installation area and the service area that are required for an ETERNUS DX Disk storage system that is installed in a Fujitsu 19-inch rack. Secure service areas that are 800mm or more in the front and rear of the ETERNUS DX Disk storage system. The size of the side areas varies depending on the rack specifications. Figure 2.
Chapter 2 ETERNUS DX Disk Storage System Installation 2.6 Outlet/Socket Specifications ● Ambient temperature An ETERNUS DX Disk storage system is cooled by taking in air through the front intakes and pushing out the exhaust air through the rear of the ETERNUS DX Disk storage system. If the intake air temperature does not meet the ambient environment conditions, a temperature error occurs and the power of the ETERNUS DX Disk storage system is shut down.
Chapter 2 ETERNUS DX Disk Storage System Installation 2.6 Outlet/Socket Specifications 2.6.1 Specifications for Optional Power Supply Products This section explains the specifications of optional power cords and power related optional products. When using power distribution units, the number of outlets that are required to connect the controller enclosure and drive enclosures should be taken into consideration.
Chapter 2 ETERNUS DX Disk Storage System Installation 2.6 Outlet/Socket Specifications ■ Power distribution units (only for regions other than EMEA&I) ● Power distribution unit for DX80 S2/DX90 S2 (AC200-240V, 1U, Max 2 enclosures connection) Table 2.7 Specifications for power distribution unit for DX80 S2/DX90 S2 (AC200-240V, 1U, Max 2 enclosures connection) Output Input Outlet type Plug type Socket type IEC60320-C13 NEMA L6-15P NEMA L6-15R Cable length 4.
Chapter 2 ETERNUS DX Disk Storage System Installation 2.6 Outlet/Socket Specifications 2.6.2 Required Number of Outlets/Sockets The number of power outlets/sockets required to install the ETERNUS DX Disk storage system depends on the number of drive enclosures and power distribution units. It is recommended that the power cords of the drive enclosures are connected to the power distribution units that are installed in the same rack.
Chapter 2 ETERNUS DX Disk Storage System Installation 2.7 Circuit Protectors ● Power distribution unit (2U) - Power distribution unit for DX80 S2/DX90 S2 (AC200-240V, 2U, Max 6 enclosures connection) Up to six enclosures can be connected. - Power distribution unit for DX80 S2/DX90 S2 (AC200-240V, 2U, Max 8 enclosures connection) Up to eight enclosures can be connected. Figure 2.7 Power distribution unit (2U) Input (2 sockets) Output (12 or 16 outlets) 2.
Chapter 2 ETERNUS DX Disk Storage System Installation 2.7 Circuit Protectors ■ Breaking characteristics The breaking characteristics (*1) of distribution board circuit protectors must be equivalent to or slower than D (IEC898), which is shown in Figure 2.8. *1: Relationship between the size of excess current and operation time Figure 2.8 Breaking characteristics of distribution board circuit protectors Minutes 180 120 60 40 20 10 1 40 20 10 Seconds Operation time 6 4 2 6 4 2 1 0.6 0.4 0.2 0.
Chapter 2 ETERNUS DX Disk Storage System Installation 2.7 Circuit Protectors ■ Connection diagrams The following diagrams show connections between the power distribution units, the ETERNUS DX Disk storage system, and the power sockets of the distribution boards. ● For power distribution unit (1U) connection The following diagram shows a power supply connection example when a power distribution unit for DX80 S2/DX90 S2 (AC200-240V, 1U, Max 2 enclosures connection) is used. Figure 2.
Chapter 2 ETERNUS DX Disk Storage System Installation 2.7 Circuit Protectors ● For power distribution unit (2U) connection The following diagram shows a power supply connection example when a power distribution unit for DX80 S2/DX90 S2 (AC200-240V, 2U, Max 6 enclosures connection) or a power distribution unit for DX80 S2/DX90 S2 (AC200-240V, 2U, Max 8 enclosures connection) is used. Figure 2.
Chapter 2 ETERNUS DX Disk Storage System Installation 2.7 Circuit Protectors ● For direct (no power distribution unit) connection The following diagram shows a power supply connection example when no power distribution units are used. Figure 2.
Chapter 3 Connections This chapter explains connections for the ETERNUS DX Disk storage system. 3.1 Host Connections FC, iSCSI, FCoE, and SAS are available as host interfaces. The server and the ETERNUS DX Disk storage system can be connected directly or via a switch. 3.1.1 Host Interfaces This section describes each host interface. ■ FC (Fibre Channel) FC supports two connection topologies: Fibre Channel Arbitrated Loop (FC-AL) and Fabric.
Chapter 3 Connections 3.1 Host Connections • Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN tagging) The VLAN tagging function is supported. A tag (VLAN ID) can be used for each port. When the ETERNUS DX Disk storage system is connected to multiple servers, use a LAN switch that has the VLAN function and allocate a separate segment to each server so that security can be maintained.
Chapter 3 Connections 3.1 Host Connections ■ SAS Simple, cost effective, and high performance network storage environment can be configured. Direct connections and switch connections to servers are available. The maximum transfer speed is 6Gbit/s. When SAS switches are used, zoning should be set for the SAS switches to ensure the security of data. 3.1.
Chapter 3 Connections 3.1 Host Connections Figure 3.2 Single path connection (switch connection) Server Server HBA Server HBA HBA Switch Port Port Port CA Port CA CM#0 CM#1 ETERNUS DX Disk storage system ■ Multipath configuration A multipath configuration connects the ETERNUS DX Disk storage system to a server via multiple paths (multipath). System reliability is improved due to the path redundancy. For multipath connections, driver software to control multipathing is required.
Chapter 3 Connections 3.1 Host Connections Figure 3.4 Multipath connection (switch connection) Server Server HBA HBA HBA Server HBA HBA Switch Port Port CA HBA Switch Port Port CA CM#0 CM#1 ETERNUS DX Disk storage system • When configuring multipathing for reliability, make sure to configure a redundant connection for the controllers of the ETERNUS DX Disk storage system. Configure paths to connect to different controllers (CM#0 and CM#1).
Chapter 3 Connections 3.1 Host Connections ■ Configurations that satisfy the system requirements System requirements should be taken into consideration for a connection configuration between the HBAs on the server and the host interface ports on the ETERNUS DX Disk storage system. The following figure shows a connection configuration for availability: Figure 3.
Chapter 3 Connections 3.2 Remote Connections 3.2 Remote Connections An FC or iSCSI interface is available for a remote connection. For remote connections, different types of interfaces (FC, iSCSI 10Gbit/s, iSCSI 1Gbit/s) cannot exist together on a REC path (connection between a local ETERNUS DX Disk storage system and a remote ETERNUS DX Disk storage system).
Chapter 3 Connections 3.2 Remote Connections 3.2.1 Remote Interfaces This section describes each remote interface. ■ FC (Fibre Channel) Data is transferred between multiple ETERNUS DX Disk storage systems by using host interfaces. The ETERNUS DX Disk storage system can be connected to the destination storage system directly or via switch. A digital service unit is required for a remote connection that is using a line.
Chapter 3 Connections 3.2 Remote Connections The IPsec function is not supported for iSCSI interfaces. To use the IPsec function when performing a remote copy with the ETERNUS DX90 S2, the ETERNUS DX410 S2/DX440 S2, or the ETERNUS DX8100 S2/DX8700 S2, use a LAN switch that has the IPsec function. 3.2.2 Connectable Models Remote copy is available for the ETERNUS DX90 S2.
Chapter 3 Connections 3.3 LAN Connection 3.3 LAN Connection The ETERNUS DX Disk storage system requires a LAN connection for operation management. In addition, information such as ETERNUS DX Disk storage system failures is notified to the remote support center. Make sure to connect each controller to the LAN for operation management. Figure 3.
Chapter 3 Connections 3.4 Power Supply Connection The following items are supported in firmware version V10L30 or later: • Internet Explorer 9.0 • Firefox ESR 10.0.x • IPv6 The following item is supported in firmware version V10L40 or later: • Internet Explorer 10.0 (desktop version) The following item is supported in firmware version V10L45 or later: • Firefox ESR 17.0.
Chapter 3 Connections 3.4 Power Supply Connection Input Power Supply Lines Multiple power supply facilities in the building or UPS units are recommended for power supply redundancy. When the ETERNUS DX Disk storage system power supply is redundantly configured, business can continue even if one of the power lines fails. Alternatively, optimal system design (including the server) may instead lead to the ETERNUS DX Disk storage system being configured with only a single power supply facility or UPS unit.
Chapter 3 Connections 3.4 Power Supply Connection Figure 3.16 Single-line power supply when connecting to a UPS unit ETERNUS DX Disk storage system Power distribution unit UPS PSU Line 0 PSU Figure 3.
Chapter 3 Connections 3.4 Power Supply Connection 3.4.2 UPS Connection It is recommended that an Uninterruptible Power Supply System (UPS) be used as the power supply source for the ETERNUS DX Disk storage system to cope with power outages and momentary voltage drops in the normal power supply. Note that when connecting an ETERNUS DX Disk storage system to a UPS with one power supply line, the total value of the power requirements for all the enclosures must not exceed the UPS output capacity.
Chapter 3 Connections 3.5 Power Synchronized Connections 3.5 Power Synchronized Connections This section describes connections to automatically control powering the ETERNUS DX Disk storage system on and off with a server. Do WARNING • In order to control powering the ETERNUS DX Disk storage system on and off with servers, the power control of the ETERNUS DX Disk storage system must be linked with all of the connected servers.
Chapter 3 Connections 3.5 Power Synchronized Connections • When connecting one or two servers Figure 3.18 Power control using a power synchronized unit (when connecting one or two servers) Turns on: 1 Turns off: 2 UPS setting Turns on: 2 Turns off: 1 Server UPS management software UPS Power synchronized unit 4 PWC RS232C cable ETERNUS DX Disk storage system PWC An instruction is issued to turn on/off the ETERNUS DX Disk storage system when AC output/no AC output is detected.
Chapter 3 Connections 3.5 Power Synchronized Connections ● Powering off sequence 1 Shutdown of all the servers 2 Shutdown of all the server UPS units 3 Issuance of command to turn off the ETERNUS DX Disk storage system from the power synchronized unit 4 ETERNUS DX Disk storage system shutdown • When connecting three or more servers Figure 3.
Chapter 3 Connections 3.5 Power Synchronized Connections ● Powering on sequence 1 Power on of all the server UPS units 2 Server startup The server OS startup is suspended until the ETERNUS DX Disk storage system startup is complete (*1). 3 Issuance of command to turn on the ETERNUS DX Disk storage system from the power synchronized unit 4 ETERNUS DX Disk storage system startup *1: The server must be set to suspend server OS startup until the ETERNUS DX Disk storage system startup is complete.
Chapter 4 Rack and Optional Product Installation This chapter explains the requirements for installation of racks and the optional products for an ETERNUS DX Disk storage system. 4.1 Rack Installation Requirements This section explains the requirements for installing the ETERNUS DX Disk storage system in a 19-inch rack. 4.1.1 Placement in the Rack Note the following when installing the ETERNUS DX Disk storage system in the rack.
Chapter 4 Rack and Optional Product Installation 4.1 Rack Installation Requirements 4.1.2 Cable Connection ■ Power supply connection It is recommended that the power cords (AC cables) of the enclosures are connected to the power distribution units that are installed in the same rack. Secure the necessary number of power outlets within the same rack to avoid connecting power cords to power outlets in different racks.
Chapter 4 Rack and Optional Product Installation 4.1 Rack Installation Requirements ■ Connections between enclosures If enclosures are installed in multiple racks or are installed with space in the same rack, the QSFP cables (0.75m) that are included with the ETERNUS DX Disk storage system may be too short for connections between enclosures. In this case, use the Extension cable between enclosures. The length of the Extension cable between enclosures that is provided is 3m or 6m.
Chapter 4 Rack and Optional Product Installation 4.2 Installable Racks Figure 4.3 QSFP cable connection (dual-controller type) Rack-1 Rack-2 DE DE DE DE DE DE DE CE DE ACS ACS : Cable supplied as standard : Extension cable between enclosures 4.2 Installable Racks This section explains the racks in which the ETERNUS DX Disk storage system can be installed. 4.2.1 Fujitsu Racks The ETERNUS DX Disk storage system can be installed in a Fujitsu 19-inch rack.
Chapter 4 Rack and Optional Product Installation 4.2 Installable Racks 4.2.2 Non-Fujitsu Racks ETERNUS DX Disk storage systems are developed and their operation is guaranteed on the assumption that they are installed in Fujitsu 19-inch racks. Since the ETERNUS DX Disk storage system cannot be tested (for cooling and strength) in non-Fujitsu 19-inch racks, the operations of ETERNUS DX Disk storage systems cannot be guaranteed.
Chapter 4 Rack and Optional Product Installation 4.3 Standard Installation Rules Before Shipment (Only for Regions Other than EMEA&I) Table 4.
Chapter 4 Rack and Optional Product Installation 4.3 Standard Installation Rules Before Shipment (Only for Regions Other than EMEA&I) 4.3.1 Host Interfaces This section explains the installation rules for host interfaces.
Chapter 4 Rack and Optional Product Installation 4.3 Standard Installation Rules Before Shipment (Only for Regions Other than EMEA&I) ■ For a dual-controller type Figure 4.6 Installation diagram for host interfaces (dual-controller type) Port Port Port Port Port Port Port #0 #1 #0 #1 #0 #1 #0 CA#0 CA#1 Controller 0 (CM#0) 4.3.2 CA#0 Expansion Controller 1 (CM#1) Port #1 CA#1 Expansion Drive Enclosures This section explains the installation rules for drive enclosures. 2.5" type and 3.
Chapter 4 Rack and Optional Product Installation 4.3 Standard Installation Rules Before Shipment (Only for Regions Other than EMEA&I) 4.3.3 Drives This section explains the installation rules for drives. ■ 2.5" drives The following table shows the priority order of 2.5" drive installation. Table 4.6 Priority order of 2.
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Chapter 4 Rack and Optional Product Installation 4.3 Standard Installation Rules Before Shipment (Only for Regions Other than EMEA&I) ■ 3.5" drives The following table shows the priority order of 3.5" drive installation. Table 4.7 Priority order of 3.
Chapter 4 Rack and Optional Product Installation 4.3 Standard Installation Rules Before Shipment (Only for Regions Other than EMEA&I) Priority order Type Drive capacity/quantity RAID level 30 600GB/15krpm x 2 RAID1 31 600GB/15krpm x 6 RAID1+0 32 600GB/15krpm x 6 RAID5 33 600GB/15krpm x 6 RAID6 34 600GB/15krpm x 1 Hot spare 35 1TB/7.2krpm x 2 RAID1 36 1TB/7.2krpm x 6 RAID1+0 37 1TB/7.2krpm x 6 RAID5 38 1TB/7.2krpm x 6 RAID6 39 1TB/7.2krpm x 1 Hot spare 40 2TB/7.
Chapter 4 Rack and Optional Product Installation 4.3 Standard Installation Rules Before Shipment (Only for Regions Other than EMEA&I) 4.3.4 Drive Installation Examples This section provides examples of drive installation at shipment. ■ 2.5" type controller enclosure For a 2.5" type controller enclosure, 2.5" type drive enclosures are installed before 3.5" type drive enclosures. 2.5" drives are installed in the 2.5" type controller enclosure and drive enclosures, and 3.5" drives are installed in the 3.
Chapter 4 Rack and Optional Product Installation 4.3 Standard Installation Rules Before Shipment (Only for Regions Other than EMEA&I) ■ 3.5" type controller enclosure For a 3.5" type controller enclosure, 3.5" type drive enclosures are installed before 2.5" type drive enclosures. 3.5" drives are installed in the 3.5" type controller enclosure and drive enclosures, and 2.5" drives are installed in the 2.5" type drive enclosures. Figure 4.10 Drive installation example at shipment (3.
ETERNUS DX80 S2/DX90 S2 Disk storage system User's Guide -Site PlanningP3AM-4822-12ENZ0 Date of issuance: June 2013 Issuance responsibility: FUJITSU LIMITED • The content of this manual is subject to change without notice. • This manual was prepared with the utmost attention to detail. However, Fujitsu shall assume no responsibility for any operational problems as the result of errors, omissions, or the use of information in this manual.
