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IBM ioMemory VSL 3.2.6

HIGH IOPS HARDWARE INSTALLATION GUIDE

DECEMBER 11, 2013

Summary of Contents for ioMemory VSL 3.2.6

Page 1: ...IBM ioMemory VSL 3 2 6 HIGH IOPS HARDWARE INSTALLATION GUIDE DECEMBER 11 2013...

Page 2: ...n 5 Introduction 6 Overview 6 Software Compatibility 6 Compatible Software Driver 6 Compatible Operating Systems 6 IBM Adapters 6 Enterprise Value IBM Flash Adapters 7 Memory Attributes 7 Second Gener...

Page 3: ...stem Cooling 10 Sufficient System Memory RAM 11 Firmware Requirements 11 In the Box 11 Installing the Device 13 Installation Instructions 13 Installing the Half Height Bracket 16 Installing Power Cabl...

Page 4: ...usion io Inc All rights reserved Fusion io is a trademark of Fusion io Inc Part Number D0003073 005_1 Published December 11 2013 FCC CFR 47 Part 15 Class A device This device complies with Part 15 of...

Page 5: ...nnect signal cables l Never turn on any equipment when there is evidence of fire water or structural damage l Disconnect the attached power cords telecommunications systems networks and modems before...

Page 6: ...s 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...

Page 7: ...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 Memor...

Page 8: ...module Maximum writes per card A3J3 MLC 365GB 1 365GB 4PB 4PB A3J4 MLC 785GB 1 785GB 11PB 11PB A3DY MLC 1 2TB 1 1 2TB 17PB 17PB A3DZ MLC 2 4TB 2 1 2TB 17PB 34PB 2 1 Single Level Cell SLC Multi Level C...

Page 9: ...Attributes Feature Code NAND Type 1 Total Memory Memory Modules Module Capacity Maximum writes per memory module Maximum writes per card 0096 SLC 160GB 1 160GB 75PB 75PB 0097 SLC 320GB 2 160GB 75PB 1...

Page 10: ...formation on providing additional power via a power cable see Installing Power Cables on page 18 Adequate System Cooling 300 LFM To maximize the longevity and performance of IBM High IOPS Adapters we...

Page 11: ...the version of the ioMemory VSL software For more information including a chart on RAM required per GB of IBM High IOPS Adapter capacity consult the IBM ioMemory VSL Release Notes for the version of i...

Page 12: ...llation Guide for ioMemory VSL 3 2 6 l Half height bracket used on low profile systems l External Power Cable s On the USB Key if available are the following items l Environmental Notices document l I...

Page 13: ...are properly grounded before beginning any hardware installation procedure Attention Do Not Disassemble the Device If you disassemble your IBM High IOPS Adapter you will void the product warranty Remo...

Page 14: ...installation instructions in Installing the Half Height Bracket on page 16 and then return to this section 6 Power Cable If your device includes a power cable included with some products you may insta...

Page 15: ...Replace the computer s access panel 10 Plug in the computer s power cable and turn on the computer 11 Your operating system may detect the IBM High IOPS Adapter and ask if you want it to install a ha...

Page 16: ...h IOPS Adapter package Attention Use care in removing the retaining screws Do not twist or pull on the bracket until both screws are out as this can cause damage to the components 2 To prevent damage...

Page 17: ...IBM High IOPS Hardware Installation Guide for ioMemory VSL 3 2 6 5 Attach the half height bracket using a Phillips 1 tip screwdriver to tighten the two screws 17...

Page 18: ...ore 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...

Page 19: ...IBM High IOPS Hardware Installation Guide for ioMemory VSL 3 2 6 IBM High IOPS Duo Adapters 19...

Page 20: ...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...

Page 21: ...to 90 of the equipment can be re used as new material saving the use of virgin raw materials and energy of producing these For above reasons Fusion io Inc expects end users to dispose of the material...

Page 22: ...The first two numbers on the label indicate the last two numbers of the calendar year and the next two numbers indicate the week of that year In this example the first four numbers are 1113 this stan...

Page 23: ...M 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 th...

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