Chapter
2:
System controller
The storage systems are equipped with multiple 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.
CBL controller chassis
The controller chassis houses controllers, backup fan modules, and power supplies. The
chassis also includes specific functional LEDs located on the front and rear of controller
to provide its operating status.
The following table lists the controller board specifications.
Component
VSP G700
Chassis (4U)
DW850-CBL
Controller board
DW-F850-CTLM
Number of DIMM slot
8 per controller board
Cache memory capacity
64 GiB to 256 GiB
Data encryption
N/A
CBL controller front panel bezel LEDs
The following table describes the definitions of the CBL controller front panel bezel LEDs.
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