Chapter
2:
Virtual Storage Platform G200
controllers
The Virtual Storage Platform G200 model equipped with dual controllers for
communicating with a data host.
Each controller includes the following internal components such as a processor, dual in-
line cache memory modules (DIMMs), cache flash memory (CFM), battery, and fans. The
controller has an Ethernet connection for out-of-band management using Hitachi Device
Manager - Storage Navigator. If the data path through one controller fails, all drives
remain available to data hosts using a redundant data path through the other controller.
The controller is equipped with LED indicators for monitoring its operating conditions
and notifying possible component replacement.
CBSS controller
The CBSS controller includes specific functional LEDs located on the front and rear of
controller and power supplies to provide its operating status.
CBSS controller with front panel bezel
The following table describes the definitions of the CBSS controller front panel bezel
LEDs.
Number
Item
Description
1
POWER
LED
Green: Storage system is
powered on.
Amber: Storage system is
receiving power.
2
READY
LED
Green: Normal operation.
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