StorCase® Technology Data Express® SAS DX115 Removable SAS Drive Enclosure User's Guide
i StorCase® Technology Data Express® SAS DX115 Removable SAS Drive Enclosure User's Guide Part No. D89-0000-0304 A01 June 2006 StorCase Technology, Inc. 17600 Newhope Street Fountain Valley, CA 92708-9885 Phone (714) 438-1850 Fax (714) 438-1847 SAS DX115 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 Table of Contents INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................ Packaging Information ................................................................................................... Serial Numbers ............................................................................................................... Package Contents ..........................................................................................
vi List of Figures Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure Figure 1: 2: 3: 4: 5: 6: 7: 8: Figure A-1: Figure B-1: NOTICE: Package Contents .............................................................................................. 2 SAS DX115 Receiving Frame and Carrier ........................................................ 3 Front Panel .......................................................................................................... 4 Receiving Frame Motherboard (Rear View) ...
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 SAS DX115 package contents include the following items. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your StorCase dealer for a replacement. Carrier & Rec. Frame Carrier Only 1. Drive Carrier 1 1 2. Receiving Frame 1 One Data Express SAS Removable Enclosure Rec. Frame Only 1 4 4 3. M3 Phillips Machine Hd. Screws 4 4. #6-32 Phillips Flat Hd. Screws 4 4 (Extra) 5. DC-to-SATA Power Connector 1 1 6.
Introduction 3 General Description NOTES: For SAS operation, a SAS controller and SAS hard drive are required. Blue power switch indicates SAS DX115 receiving frame. Grey power switch indicates SATA 3Gbps DX115 receiving frame. SAS DX115 receiving frame supports SAS and SATA drives. SATA 3Gbps DX115 receiving frame supports SATA drives only (SAS drives are not supported).
4 Introduction Front Panel (Figure 3) Push Here to Eject Carrier Drive Ready/ Error LED Carrier Handle Drive Activity LED Fan Error LED Disable Switch Key Lock Power Switch Figure 3: Front Panel • Key Lock - This lock prevents unauthorized removal or installation of the carrier. • Carrier Handle - This handle allows the ejection and installation of the drive carrier. To eject the carrier, simply push on carrier handle. Once handle pivots outward, pull handle to remove carrier.
Introduction 5 • Power Switch (cont'd) OFF - Press and hold down switch until the Drive Ready LED starts to flash. Drive is ready to be removed when the Drive Ready LED is OFF. ON * - Press and hold down switch until the Drive Ready LED starts to flash. Drive is ready to be accessed when the Drive Ready LED is ON. * Only necessary if: 1. 2. Drive is inserted into the receiving frame after a system power-up. Drive was removed and inserted while system is powered on.
6 Introduction Receiving Frame Rear Panel (Figure 4) Power Connector (Port 1) GND 2 1 Drive Activity LED Pin 4 3 6 5 Reserved Pins Power Connector (Port 2) I/O Connector (SAS Port 1) I/O Connector (SAS Port 2) Cooling Fan Figure 4: Receiving Frame Motherboard (Rear View) • I/O Connectors - The SAS Port 1 and SAS Port 2 input/output connectors provides a standard interface for all SAS signals. • Power Connectors - Port 1 and Port 2 power connectors accept DC power.
Installation 7 INSTALLATION NOTE: For SAS operation, a SAS controller and SAS hard drive are required. Blue power switch indicates SAS DX115 receiving frame. Grey power switch indicates SATA 3Gbps DX115 receiving frame. SAS DX115 receiving frame supports SAS and SATA drives. SATA 3Gbps DX115 receiving frame supports SATA drives only (SAS drives are not supported). Preparation NOTE: A #1 and #2 Phillips screwdriver will be required during this procedure.
8 Installation Bottom-mount Drive with Four (4) #6-32 Phillips Flat Hd. Screws (Provided) Drive Carrier Board Figure 5: Drive Installation Assembly StorCase Technology, Inc. SAS DX115 User's Guide - Rev.
Installation 3. 9 Install the provided drive cover (Figure 6). 1 2 Insert this end into carrier first Lower cover until flush with carrier 3 Secure with Phillips Flat Hd. screws (1 per Side) Figure 6: Drive Cover Installation SAS DX115 User's Guide - Rev. A01 StorCase Technology, Inc.
10 Installation Installing the Receiving Frame NOTE: Use a #2 Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. The drive should be installed into the carrier before installing the receiving frame into the mounting bay of a computer or expansion chassis. 1. Turn OFF power to the computer. 2. Open the computer system according to the manufacturer’s instructions. If necessary, temporarily remove any expansion boards that may make installation difficult. 3.
Installation 11 5. Connect the I/O cable from the host adapter to the receiving frame. The Pin 1 indicator on the cable must be properly aligned. 6. Connect the SATA power cable from the the computer or expansion chassis to the SATA power connector on the DX115 receiving frame. Refer to Figure 4 for the receiving frame power connector location. NOTES: Either power connector may be used; it is not necessary to use both when connecting power.
12 Installation Replacing the Cooling Fan NOTE: StorCase recommends replacing a faulty fan immediately. Contact StorCase for spare fan ordering information. In the event of a fan failure, the DX115 cooling fan is easily field-replaceable by the user. 1. Remove the two (2) screws securing the cooling fan to the receiving frame (Figure 8). 2. Once the screws are removed, disconnect the fan cable from the receiving frame. 3. Once the cable is disconnected, remove the fan. 4.
Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions 13 APPENDICES SAS DX115 User's Guide - Rev. A01 StorCase Technology, Inc.
14 Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions Specifications and dimensions below are for reference only. Environmental Specifications Operating Non-Operating Ambient Temperature Relative Humidity (1) 0° C to 50° C 5% to 95% Altitude -1000 to 10,000 ft -305m to 3048m -40° C to 70° C 5% to 95% -1000 to 40,000 ft -305m to 12195m Shock 10g 60g (2) (1) Non-condensing with maximum gradient of 10% per hour. (2) Half-sine wave shock pulses at 2ms.
Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions 15 Receiving Frame with Carrier Installed 7.88 (200.2mm) 1.60 (40.6mm) 1.62 (41.1mm) 5.81 (147.6mm) 8.08 (205.2mm) 5.75 (146.1mm) Carrier Only 1.07 (27.2mm) 4.43 (112.5mm) 7.54 (191.5mm) 4.43 (112.5mm) Figure A-1: SATAII DX115 Physical Dimensions (Dimensions are for reference only) SAS DX115 User's Guide - Rev. A01 StorCase Technology, Inc.
16 Appendix B - Optional Accessories Appendix B - Optional Accessories Carrying Case Figure B-1: Carrying Case The optional molded plastic carrying case (P/N S20E101) is designed to transport one (1) DX115 carrier from one site to another in a safe, impact and moisture-resistant environment. Its compact dimensions, 10” long x 11” wide x 4.5” high, make it easy to carry and to store. The foam lining is contoured to fit a single Data Express carrier.
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