Intergraph InterRAID-12, Hardware User'S Manual

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Preface
The InterRAID Hardware User’s Guide provides user and technical information about the
InterRAID-6, InterRAID-8, and InterRAID-12 disk array cabinet. It provides instructions
for installing and expanding the disk array cabinets for use with Intergraph’s servers. This
guide provides hardware and software installation procedures, specifications, and
troubleshooting information.
About This Document
The InterRAID Hardware User’s Guide is organized as follows:
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Chapter 1, “Getting Started,” provides unpacking instructions for the InterRAID
cabinets. It covers identifying the operating system disk drives, selecting a location, and
common disk array features.
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Chapter 2, “Setting Up and Expanding InterRAID-6,” describes setting up and
expanding the InterRAID-6 cabinet.
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Chapter 3, “Setting Up and Expanding InterRAID-8,” describes setting up and
expanding the InterRAID-8 single-channel and dual-channel cabinets.
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Chapter 4, “Setting Up and Expanding InterRAID-12,” describes setting up and
expanding the InterRAID-12 cabinet.
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Chapter 5, “Using DAC InterRAID Utilities,” describes how to install and use the Disk
Array Controller Administrator (DACADM) and the Disk Array Controller Monitor
(DACMON) utilities. It describes using the RAID controller’s Basic Input Output
System (BIOS) and the Disk Array Controller Configuration (DACCF) utility to manage
the disk arrays. It also covers DACCF error conditions and common procedures.
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Chapter 6, “Using MegaRAID BIOS,” describes using the MegaRAID BIOS
Configuration utility to manage the disk arrays.
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Chapter 7, “Using Power Console,” describes using the MegaRAID Power Console
graphics user interface to manage the disk arrays.
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Chapter 8, “Servicing the Disk Array,” provides information on servicing the disk array.
This chapter includes maintenance procedures for replacing parts of the system.
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Chapter 9, “Identifying the RAID Controller Board,” illustrates the three types of RAID
controllers used: DAC960P, DAC960PD, and MegaRAID. It provides jumper locations
and identifies internal and external ports.