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Setting

Description

Cluster join mode

The method that the cluster uses to add new nodes. Choose one of the
following options:

Manual join

Cluster join mode enables configured nodes in
the cluster, or new nodes to request to join the
cluster.

Secure join

A configured node in the existing cluster must
invite a new unconfigured node to join the
cluster.

NOTE:

 If you are installing a node that contains SEDs (self-encrypting drives), the node formats the drives now. The

formatting process might take up to two hours to complete.

Updating node firmware

To make sure that the most recent firmware is installed on a node, update the node firmware.

Follow instructions in the most current Node Firmware Release Notes to update your node to the most recent Node Firmware
Package.

Licensing and remote support

After configuring new hardware, update the OneFS license and configure the new hardware for remote support.

For instructions on updating OneFS license and configuring remote support (SRS), see the 

OneFS WebUI Administration Guide

or the 

OneFS CLI Administration Guide

.

Front panel LCD display

The LCD display provides system information, status, and error messages to indicate that the system is functioning correctly or
requires attention. The LCD display is also used to configure or view the system iDRAC IP address.

The following lists the status and conditions of the LCD display:

The LCD backlight is white during normal operating conditions.

When the system needs attention, the LCD backlight is amber, and displays an error code before the descriptive text.

When the system turns off and there are no errors, the LCD enters the standby mode after five minutes of inactivity. Press
any button on the LCD to turn it on.

If the LCD panel stops responding, remove the bezel and reinstall it. If the problem persists, see Getting help.

The LCD backlight remains off if LCD messaging is turned off through the iDRAC utility, the LCD panel, or other tools.

NOTE:

 If the system is connected to a power source and an error is detected, the LCD is amber whether the system is

turned on or off.

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F900 node configuration

Summary of Contents for PowerScale F900

Page 1: ...PowerScale F900 Node Installation Guide May 2021...

Page 2: ...ntial damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem WARNING A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage personal injury or death 2021 Dell Inc or its subsidiaries A...

Page 3: ...he front bezel 10 Connect and route cords and cables 11 Node ports 12 Dell Switch configuration 12 Chapter 3 F900 node configuration 13 Configure the node 13 Federal installations 13 SmartLock complia...

Page 4: ...nd of the rail 7 4 Installing screws 8 5 Extend rails from the cabinet 9 6 Install the system in the rails 9 7 Slide the system into the cabinet 10 8 Installing the front bezel on 2U system 11 9 CMA b...

Page 5: ...SEDs self encrypting drives on F900 nodes CAUTION Only install the drives that were shipped with the node Do not mix drives of different capacities in the node If you remove drive carriers from the ch...

Page 6: ...ulatory information document shipped with the system WARNING To avoid injury do not attempt to lift the system by yourself NOTE The figures in this document do not represent a specific system NOTE The...

Page 7: ...racket of the rail 3 Position the rail end piece labeled Left Front facing inward and orient the rear end piece to align with the holes on the rear cabinet flanges 4 Push the rail straight toward the...

Page 8: ...f the system retention bracket are seated on the designated U spaces 2 Insert and tighten the two screws using the Phillips 2 screwdriver Figure 4 Installing screws Install the system in the cabinet T...

Page 9: ...standoffs are seated in the J slots Figure 6 Install the system in the rails 4 Push the system inward until the lock levers click into place 5 Pull the blue slide release lock tabs forward on both rai...

Page 10: ...zel The procedure to install the front bezel with the LCD panel 1 Align and insert the right end of the bezel onto the system 2 Press the release button and fit the left end of the bezel onto the syst...

Page 11: ...a CMA use the two velcro straps to route and secure cords and cables at the rear of the system a Locate the CMA bracket slots on the rear end of both the rails b Bundle the cables gently pulling them...

Page 12: ...Switch configuration Install the configuration file depending on the switch you are using and the role for which it is being configured The following steps apply only to switches that are running DNOS...

Page 13: ...SmartLock compliance mode You can configure nodes to operate in SmartLock compliance mode If your data environment must comply with SEC rule 17 a4 f only then should you run the cluster in SmartLock c...

Page 14: ...e node restarts and returns to this step Selection 4 changes to enable you to disable SmartLock compliance mode Selection 4 is the last opportunity to back out of compliance mode without reformatting...

Page 15: ...value for IPv6 addresses is 64 If you enter a netmask value with dot decimal notation use IPv4 addresses for the IP range In the configuration wizard the following options are available Configure exte...

Page 16: ...nd configuring remote support SRS see the OneFS WebUI Administration Guide or the OneFS CLI Administration Guide Front panel LCD display The LCD display provides system information status and error me...

Page 17: ...r configurable information about the system This screen is displayed during normal system operation when there are no status messages or errors When the system is off and there are no errors the LCD e...

Page 18: ...t Model or User String for the system Number Displays the Asset tag or the Service tag for the system Power Displays the power output of the system in BTU hr or Watts The display format can be configu...

Page 19: ...mands with the iDRAC interface Shutdown power off Reboot power cycle Startup power on Power Status read only IDRAC does not require any additional software installation 1 After connecting the network...

Page 20: ...ort United States 1 800 SVC 4EMC 1 800 782 4362 Canada 1 800 543 4782 Worldwide 1 508 497 7901 Local phone numbers for a specific country or region are available at https www dell com support incident...

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