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IBM High IOPS Adapter Hardware Installation Guide for ioMemory VSL 3.2.2

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IBM High IOPS Adapter software and documentation are available on the web at the following address:

http://www.ibm.com/support/entry/portal/docdisplay?lndocid=MIGR-65723

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IBM High

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IOPS software matrix

IBM part number 00D2421

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Page 1: ...IBM High IOPS Adapter Hardware Installation Guide FOR IOMEMORY VSL 3 2 3 SEPTEMBER 23 2013 1 no notes on this page ...

Page 2: ...lation Guide for ioMemory VSL 3 2 3 3 Safety Information 4 Introduction 5 Software Compatibility 5 IBM Adapters 5 Hardware Requirements 9 In the Box 11 Installing the Device 12 Half Height Bracket Installation 14 Power Cables for Second Generation IBM High IOPS Duo Adapters 16 IBM Support 19 2 no notes on this page ...

Page 3: ...rdware Installation Guide for ioMemory VSL 3 2 3 Legal Notices Copyright International Business Machines 2013 All rights reserved Copyright 2006 2013 Fusion io Inc All rights reserved Fusion io is a trademark of Fusion io Inc Part Number D0003073 003_3 September 23 2013 Published 3 no notes on this page ...

Page 4: ... connect or disconnect signal cables Never turn on any equipment when there is evidence of fire water or structural damage Disconnect the attached power cords telecommunications systems networks and modems before you open the device covers unless instructed otherwise in the installation and configuration procedures Connect and disconnect cables as described in the following table when installing m...

Page 5: ... Adapter Software Compatibility Compatible Software Driver The ioMemory VSL software is more than just a hardware driver it is the secret sauce that gives IBM High IOPS Adapters their amazing performance Each release of the ioMemory VSL software is compatible with certain IBM High IOPS Adapters For a list of devices that are compatible with the version of the ioMemory VSL software that you are ins...

Page 6: ...S 00AE864 IBM Flash Adapter F1650 Enterprise Value for System x Gen2 x8 Half height half length clearance 78 C 85 C 78 C 83 C A4WT 00AE867 IBM Flash Adapter F3200 Enterprise Value for System x Gen2 x8 Full height half length clearance 93 C 100 C 78 C 83 C Gen2 x8 slot with at least 4 lanes that are electrically active Memory Attributes Feature Code NAND Type 1 Total Memory Memory Modules Module Ca...

Page 7: ...ight half length clearance 93 C 100 C 78 C 83 C A3DY 90Y4377 IBM 1 2TB High IOPS MLC Mono Adapter Gen2 x8 Half height half length clearance 93 C 100 C 78 C 83 C A3DZ 90Y4397 IBM 2 4TB High IOPS MLC Duo Adapter Gen2 x8 Full height half length clearance 93 C 100 C 78 C 83 C Memory Attributes Feature Code NAND Type 1 Total Memory Memory Modules Module Capacity Maximum writes per memory module Maximum...

Page 8: ...h IOPS MS Class SSD PCIe Adapter Gen1 x4 Half height half length clearance 78 C 85 C 5985 81Y4519 640GB High IOPS MLC Duo Adapter for IBM System x Gen1 x8 or Gen2 x4 Full height half length clearance 78 C 85 C A1NE 81Y4535 320GB High IOPS SLC Adapter for IBM system x Gen1 x4 Half height half length clearance 78 C 85 C A1ND 81Y4539 640GB High IOPS SLC Duo Adapter for IBM System x Gen1 x8 or Gen2 x4...

Page 9: ...e the URL below http www ibm com support entry portal docdisplay lndocid SERV IOPS Shipping Considerations Legacy Adapters Legacy High IOPS adapters do not support shipping installed or transported inside IBM System x servers The Legacy adapters must be packaged in the original box electrostatic discharge ESD bag and packing materials An alternate packaging equivalent intended for fragile ESD sens...

Page 10: ...us temperature Newer devices such as IBM High IOPS Adapters also monitor the NAND boards to prevent overheating of the NAND flash components If your device is throttled or shuts down due to thermal issues the ioMemory VSL software will log the event in the system logs In an attempt to contain temperatures within an optimal range the ioMemory VSL software will start throttling write performance onc...

Page 11: ...for example MIN FW XXXXXX This label indicates the minimum version of the firmware that is compatible with your device NOTE For firmware and upgrade considerations consult the for the version you IBM ioMemory VSL Release Notes wish to install Attention Do not downgrade the IBM High IOPS Adapter to an earlier version of the firmware Earlier versions of the firmware may not be compatible with the de...

Page 12: ...ntion If you disassemble your IBM High IOPS Adapter you will void the Do Not Disassemble the Device product warranty Removing and replacing the bracket as instructed in this guide is considered not disassembly These installation instructions are for any IBM IBM High IOPS Adapter Locate the serial number label s on your device and record the number s for future reference NOTE The serial number labe...

Page 13: ... is required for newer products with multiple IBM High IOPS Adapters For best results plug in the power cable See Power Cables for Second Generation IBM High IOPS Duo for instructions and to see if the power cable is required for your device For more information Adapters on using the PCIe slot to provide additional power see Hardware Requirements Grasp the IBM High IOPS Adapter by the top edge and...

Page 14: ... High IOPS Hardware Installation Guide on your operating system Half Height Bracket Installation For half height installation such as in low profile systems you need to replace the full height retaining bracket with the included half height bracket Attention Electrostatic discharge ESD can damage electronic components Be sure you are properly grounded before starting any hardware installation proc...

Page 15: ... half height bracket Insert the bracket screw holes in the same manner as the full height bracket was inserted Refer to the example below that matches your device configuration Attach the half height bracket using a Philips 1 tip screwdriver to tighten the two screws Attention Do not over tighten This can cause damage to the device 15 no notes on this page ...

Page 16: ...re than the 25W to function Second Generation IBM High IOPS Duo Adapters do require additional power through the provided power cable Installing the Cable To use the external power cable plug one end of the supplied cable into the product s power connection circled below refer to the example that matches your device configuration and the other into the auxiliary power source Additional power is on...

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Page 18: ... one Duo and a 2x4 pin supporting three Duos These power cables mate directly to the corresponding aux power connectors available in most IBM servers However some IBM servers utilize a different aux power connector typically white in color which is physically a 2x4 but will not accept the 2x4 cable supplied For these applications the 2x3 pin cable is to be used Care should be taken to insure that ...

Page 19: ...BM Support IBM High IOPS Adapter software and documentation are available on the web at the following address http www ibm com support entry portal docdisplay lndocid MIGR 65723 follow that link and then select IBM High IOPS software matrix IBM part number 00D2421 19 no notes on this page ...

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