Fastora DAS-208CC Manuel utilisateur

FASTORA DAS-208CC Disk Array

User Guide

For Ultra160 to Ultra160 RAID Subsystem

V. 1.0a

FASTORA DAS-208CC Disk Array

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The revision date for this guide is Sep. 17, 2004

Version 1.0

FCC Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class

A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are

designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a

residential installation.

This equipment generates and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not

installed and used according to the instructions, may cause harmful

interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that

interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does

cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which is found by

turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the

interference by one or more of the following measures:

--Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna

--Increase the separation between the equipment and device

--Connect the equipment to an outlet other than the receiver

--Consult a dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for assistance

CE Mark Warning

This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause

radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate

measures.

FASTORA DAS-208CC Disk Array

Chapter 1 General Information

This chapter provides general information of the FASTORA DAS-208CC Disk

Array.

The following topics are covered in this chapter:

◆ Introduction

◆ Key Features & Benefits

◆ Unpacking Your DAS-208CC Disk Array

◆ Components of DAS-208CC Disk Array

1.1 Introduction

The FASTORA DAS-208CC is an Ultra160 SCSI to Ultra160 SCSI RAID

(Redundant Array of Independent Disks) Disk Array. By implementing

sophisticated RAID technology and unique cache algorithm, this disk array

provides the best protection for the data stored on the array.

And thanks to today’s powerful disk technology, one RAID system can now

provide the capacity more than 1TB in a large cabinet. This offers a wealth of

significant advantages that would be attractive to almost any serious PC users.

Equipped with eight half-height 3.5” disk drives in hot-swappable canisters, the

FASTORA DAS-208CC Disk Array provides mass data capacity and easy

installation for the individual customers. In addition, this RAID system has dual

host channels and high availability software that ensures 24 hours a day,

seven days a week of nonstop service capability.

Throughout this manual, the FASTORA DAS-208CC Disk Array may be

referred to as FASTORA DAS-208CC,Disk Array, or simply as DAS-208CC.

FASTORA DAS-208CC Disk Array

1.2 Key Features and Benefits

Advanced LCD display panel

Four easy-to-use push buttons on front panel (↑, ↓, ENTER, ESC)

Selectable RAID levels (Level 0,1, 3,5,10)

FASTORA DAS-208CC 2 Ultra 3SCSI channels

2 Ultra 160 SCSI channels

8 driver bays 1” or 1.6” disk drive

2 Ultra160 SCSI host channel

Intel 80303 IO processor

Up to 512MB cache memory

Cable-less design for better reliability

Swappable design for faster and easier maintenance

Over 160MB/sec sequential performance

1.3 Unpacking Your FASTORA DAS-208CC

Before removing your FASTORA DAS-208CC from the shipping carton, you

should virtually inspect the physical condition of the container. The package of

FASTORA DAS-208CC should appear in good condition when you first

received it. If any damaged found, do not remove the components. Contact the

place of purchase for further instructions.

If the shipping container appears to be in good condition, unpack it and verify

that the FASTORA DAS-208CC and accessories are all there and in good

condition.

Your FASTORA DAS-208CC package should contain the following items:

FASTORA DAS-208CC Disk Array

If an item is missing or damaged, please contact the place of purchase for

assistance. Retain the shipping container and packing material for reuse.

Before you begin to use your FASTORA DAS-208CC, read

section 1.4 Components of the FASTORA DAS-208CC to learn

more about the major components or your RAID Disk Array.

Items Quantity

FASTORA DAS-208CC unit 1

Drive Canister 8

Ultra 3 Wide SCSI Cable 2

Power Cord 2

RS-232 Cable 1

Spare screws 40

Note

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FASTORA DAS-208CC Disk Array

1.4 Components of the FASTORA DAS-208CC

This section describes the major components of the FASTORA DAS-208CC,

including its front panel, LED display panel and rear panel. Read this section

before you start to use your RAID Disk Array Subsystem.

1.4.1 The Front Panel

Please refer to Figure 1-1 for the front panel of DAS-208CC Disk Array.

Figure 1-1

FASTORA DAS-208CC Disk Array

1.4.2 LCD Display Panel and Control Buttons

The control panel of the DAS-208CC consists of a LCD display panel and 4

control buttons. This is where you will check the configuration and status of the

disk array. Figure1-2 shows the general information, such as RAID status,

thermograph, and fan temperature of the Disk Array. Meanwhile, control

buttons allow you to use Up (▲) and Down (▼) arrow keys to go through the

information on the LCM display screen. The ENTER button is used to enter the

option you have selected and the ESC button can take you back to the

previous menu. Please refer to Table 1-1 for detailed information of each status.

For the status of each hard disk in Disk Array, please refer to Table 1-2.

Meanwhile, for fans and power error messages, alarm and indicators shown

on the LCD, please refer Table 1-3.

FASTORA DAS-208CC Disk Array

Table 1-1

Items Status Description

DAS-208CC Disk Array Indicates the model name of the

product

Installed Memory 64 Mbytes Indicates the capacity of the memory

CPU Type: 80321 4 Ultra160 Indicates the CPU model and

interface

Firmware Version v. 1.0 Indicates the version of the firmware

Serial Number: xxxxxxxxxxxxx Indicates the serial number of the

RAID controller

ZzZZZzzz Indicates the random display when

parity checking

z A single “z” appearing at the right end

of the LCD panel (eg. 11112222z )

indicates that memory is not enough

during read & write.

*Please note that RPM under 2200 will be considered fan failure; replace

the fan immediately for better performance.

FASTORA DAS-208CC Disk Array

Table 1-2

Hard Disk Status Letter shown on LCD

JBOD J

Disk Offline X

Disk Rebuilding A

Disk Removed R

Spare Disk S

Disk Initializing I

RAID Set 1 1

RAID Set 2 2

RAID Set 3 3

RAID Set 4 4

Too many bad

sector

Table 1-3

Item Error messages shown on LCD

LCD show Fan module#1 fail “Fan1 Failed”

LCD show Fan module#2 fail “Fan2 Failed”

LCD show power module#1 fail “PW1 Malfunction”

LCD show power module#2 fail “PW2 Malfunction”

Table 1-4

Function FAN status

Condition FAN 1 FAN 2

Temperature Sensor at 30℃≒6000 rpm ≒6000 rpm

Temperature Sensor at 31-

35℃≒6200 rpm ≒6200 rpm

Temperature Sensor at 36-

40℃≒6800 rpm ≒6800 rpm

Temperature Sensor over

40℃Full Speed(6800) Full

Speed(6800)

FAN 1 failed x Full

Speed(6800)

FAN 2 failed Full Speed(6800) x

Any power module failed Full Speed(6800) Full

Speed(6800)

FASTORA DAS-208CC Disk Array

1.4.3 The Rear Panel

The rear panel of DAS-208CC is shown below.

Refer to Table 1-4 for detailed description of each part on the rear panel of

DAS-208CC.

Table 1-4

Part Description

Modem port This is where you can connect your disk array to a

modem.

Console port This is a RS-232 serial port, allowing you to connect to a

terminal or a PC. You may configure this disk array, and

upgrade the firmware and RAID.

Primary and

Secondary Channels

DAS-208CC has two host channels—primary and

secondary—to allow you to connect to SCSI devices.

Fan There are 2 fans located at the rear of the system unit.

They are designed to provide good airflow and heat

dissipation.

Power The disk array comes with 2 hot-swappable power

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