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xStack Storage User’s Guide vii
Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction .......................................................................................................................... 11
1.1 Models 12
1.2 Benefits and Features ........................................................................... 13
1.3 System Overview ................................................................................. 14
Chapter 2 Identifying Hardware Components..................................................................................... 15
2.1 Front Panel Components ........................................................................ 15
2.1.1 LEDs .................................................................................. 16
2.1.2 Key Lock and Latches................................................................... 16
2.1.3 Drive Bays ................................................................................ 17
2.1.4 Front Vents ............................................................................... 21
2.2 Back Panel Components ......................................................................... 21
2.2.1 Switches .................................................................................. 22
2.2.2 External Interfaces...................................................................... 23
2.2.3 Rear Vents ................................................................................ 25
Chapter 3 Installing the xStack Storage Array.................................................................................... 27
3.1 Site Considerations ............................................................................... 27
3.2 Safety Considerations ............................................................................ 28
3.3 Unpacking the xStack Storage Array .......................................................... 28
3.4 Items Supplied by the User ..................................................................... 29
3.5 Installing the xStack Storage Array without a Rack ........................................ 30
3.6 Installing the xStack Storage Array in a Rack................................................ 30
3.7 Connecting to the xStack Storage DSN-2100 Host Network Connection Ports ......... 30
3.8 Connecting to the xStack Storage Management Port....................................... 31
3.9 Connecting the Battery Pack ................................................................... 32
3.10 Connecting the Power Cords ................................................................... 33
3.11 Booting the xStack Storage Array.............................................................. 34
Chapter 4 Starting the xStack Storage Array for the First Time........................................................ 35
4.1 Initial Startup and Welcome .................................................................... 35
4.2 Entering Initial Management Port Settings................................................... 36
4.3 Entering Administrator Account Password ................................................... 37
4.4 Entering the System Date and Time........................................................... 38
4.5 Setting Up Email Notifications ................................................................. 39
4.6 Completing the OOBE Setup Wizard........................................................... 40
Chapter 5 Configuring the xStack Storage Array ............................................................................... 43
5.1 Launching the xStack Storage Management Console ....................................... 44
5.2 Understanding the Main Screen ................................................................ 47
5.2.1 Menu / Tool Bar Area................................................................... 48
5.2.2 Resources Pane .......................................................................... 49
5.2.3 Main Display Area ....................................................................... 51