PAC STORAGE PS 3000 Gen 1 Series Hardware Manual Download

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About This Manual

The manual introduces hardware components of the PAC Storage PS 3000 Gen 1 Unified
Storage System and expansion enclosures. It also describes how to install, monitor, and
maintain them.

For non-serviceable components

, please contact our support site.

Firmware operation

: Consult the Firmware User Manual on the CD-ROM.

PAC Management Software:

Consult the PAC Management Software User Manual on the

CD-ROM.

Revision History

Version

Date

Description

1.0

Feb. 2016

Initial release

1.1

May. 2016

Safety precautions updated

1.2

June 2016

Rail kit and CBM installation updated

1.3

October 2016

Updated system connections, monitoring status, interface

LEDs

1.4

November 2016

Bug fixes

1.5

April 2017

Added a note about host board installation and replacement

Updated PSU & fan IDs, 3025A / 3025B models

1.6

June 2017

Added SAS 12G expansion board information

Added M3 screw information about 2.5” tray with MUX board

Wording fixes

1.7

August 2018

Corrected JBOD connection of using SAN expansion host

board

Summary of Contents for PS 3000 Gen 1 Series

Page 1: ...Version 1 7 PAC Storage PS 3000 Gen 1 Series Hardware Manual...

Page 2: ...els 11 Single Controller Models 12 Upgrading Single Controller to Dual Controller System 12 Connection Between Unified Storage System and Expansion Enclosures 12 Chassis 12 Front Panel 13 Rear Panel 1...

Page 3: ...Topologies 32 Host Side Parameters 32 Maximum Concurrent Host LUN Connection Nexus in SCSI 33 Maximum Queued I O Count 33 Fibre Host Connections 33 Fibre Host Topologies 34 Fibre Cabling 35 Simple End...

Page 4: ...LED Panel 62 Drive Tray LED 63 Unified Storage System Controller LEDs 64 1G Ethernet Management Port LEDs 65 12G SAS Expansion Port LEDs 66 10G Ethernet Port LEDs 66 16G Fibre Channel Port LEDs 67 8G...

Page 5: ...Guide 82 Slide Rail Kits 83 Enclosure Installation Prerequisites 83 Unpacking the System 83 Component Installation Procedure 83 Tools Required 84 Rackmount Slide Rail Kits 84 Rack Ear Mount Kit 84 Ki...

Page 6: ...round the rack cabinet Secure airflow clearance inside and around the rack cabinet Secure an 18 to 20cm clearance on the rear side Do not cover the enclosure openings Route the cables inside the rack...

Page 7: ...closure more than one person might be necessary due to its weight Drives should be removed from the enclosure beforehand Important Notice The use of PAC Storage certified components is strongly recomm...

Page 8: ...al on the CD ROM Revision History Version Date Description 1 0 Feb 2016 Initial release 1 1 May 2016 Safety precautions updated 1 2 June 2016 Rail kit and CBM installation updated 1 3 October 2016 Upd...

Page 9: ...ve capacity can be expanded by attaching expansion hard drive enclosures Model Variations Comprised of Unified Storage and expansion enclosure models Unified Storage Systems store hard drives and cont...

Page 10: ...FBM The embedded firmware features intelligent algorithms such as power saving modes variable fan speeds and exiled drive handling making this model a greener choice Expansion Enclosure Controller and...

Page 11: ...r module will take over in a manner that is transparent to application servers 2U models 3U models The top controller Controller A is the primary controller The bottom controller Controller B is the s...

Page 12: ...ation by adding another controller module and firmware upgrade see software manual For details please contact your vendor Connection between Unified Storage System and Expansion Enclosures The followi...

Page 13: ...ive tray is hot swappable and holds a 2 5 3 5 inch hard drive LED Panel 2 The panel has Service Power Cooling Fan Thermal System LEDs Mute button service LED 3 The mute button is to mute an alarm when...

Page 14: ...t of hard drive status LEDs right hand side or below of the hard drive tray to indicate operation status Rear Panel Description Description 1 Controller A 3 Power supply cooling module 2 Controller B...

Page 15: ...ard may lead to fatal damage of the system Also physical contact with the backplane board may cause electrical hazards Front Panel Components LED Panel Unified Storage System LED panel Expansion Enclo...

Page 16: ...Form Factor enclosure itself below each tray or top right 3U 36 bay WARNING Be careful not to warp twist or contort the drive tray in any way e g by dropping it or resting heavy objects on it If the...

Page 17: ...rts WARNING The controller module contains no user serviceable components The only time you should remove the controller is to install replace the CBM or a failed controller The controller is built of...

Page 18: ...escribed in the previous section With the super capacitor the cached data can be stored permanently in the flash backup module in case of a power outage NOTE The super capacitor is only charged partia...

Page 19: ...ans operate at high speed and return to low speed once the initialization process has completed and no erroneous condition detected NOTE There are two upper temperature thresholds one for event notifi...

Page 20: ...tem when connected with expansion enclosures acquires the component status within other enclosures via a proprietary enclosure monitoring service using the in band connectivity No additional managemen...

Page 21: ...the system and is only attained when all components are properly installed Therefore a failed component should only be removed when a replacement is available For instructions on how to replace these...

Page 22: ...d drives Installing the system into a rack or cabinet requires at least two people due to its weight 3 Install CBM if necessary Install the CBM Super Capacitor Flash Backup Module onto the controller...

Page 23: ...s recommended to use large storage capacity drives WARNING Even the drives by the same manufacturer of the same model and claiming the same rated capacity may actually carry different block numbers me...

Page 24: ...nal port is in standby mode 6 MUX Kit Port Selector Mechanism SAS Interface The SAS interface features a dual ported connectivity with pins on both sides of its connector that include SAS primary link...

Page 25: ...ives Handle drives with extreme care and observe all ESD prevention methods when installing drives Only use screws supplied with the system package Longer screws may damage the drive Hard Drive Design...

Page 26: ...release button and gently pull out the tray 3 5 inch 2 5 inch Place the hard drive into the drive tray making sure that the interface connector is facing the open side of the drive tray and its label...

Page 27: ...nto the drive tray Secure the clips shown as blue below to both sides of the tray Make sure they are fully attached to the tray With MUX board You can also insert a drive with MUX board Attach the MUX...

Page 28: ...ed below to the end of the tray Installing the Drive Tray into the Enclosure Once the drives have been installed in the drive trays install the drive trays into the system WARNING Each drive bay must...

Page 29: ...nto host board 2 which is on the right and you cannot insert two 2 SAS expansion host boards The firmware will automatically restore the system to factory settings when you add or replace a host board...

Page 30: ...o complete the installation Reinsert the controller back into the system Insert the controller slowly into the module slot When you feel the contact resistance use slightly more force and then push bo...

Page 31: ...he two retention screws 1 under the ejection levers 2 System Connection This chapter outlines the general configuration rules you should follow when cabling a storage system and introduces basic infor...

Page 32: ...include both SAS and SATA drives in a logical drive A spare drive should have a minimum capacity that is equivalent to the largest drive that it is expected to replace If the capacity of the spare is...

Page 33: ...operations per host channel that can be accepted from servers The predefined range is from 1 to 1024 I O operations per host channel or you can choose the Auto automatically configured setting The de...

Page 34: ...uring class 1 laser To ensure continued safety do not remove any covers or attempt to gain access to the inside of the product Refer all servicing to qualified personnel FC port dust plugs Each FC por...

Page 35: ...le 1 from its static protective package 2 Remove the dust plug 2 from the SFP transceiver module 3 Insert the SFP module into one of the system host ports The module will snap into place 4 Remove the...

Page 36: ...tware or Linux Device Mapper is necessary for controlling and optimizing the access to logical drives via multiple data paths DAS Direct Attached Connection NOTE If a logical drive has to be accessed...

Page 37: ...inks you can create more logical groups of drives These logical drives using more host channel IDs or LUN numbers If a server has multiple data paths to a Unified Storage System a multi path software...

Page 38: ...t paths Channel link bypass is provided on external FC switches Each of the application servers shown in the diagram is equipped with two HBAs with FC links via two FC switches to the SFP ports on ind...

Page 39: ...ss preferred paths Active IDs on data paths TPGS Target Port Group Service is supported so that I O s are routed to the preferred paths Switched Fabric Connection Single Controller Channels Controller...

Page 40: ...nicates with system firmware and performs load balance and automated distribution of I O If multiple servers can see a mapped volume you will need to avoid access contention using file locking softwar...

Page 41: ...41 DAS Direct Attached Storage Connection with Redundant Host Path Dual Controller models...

Page 42: ...you can create more logical groups of drives Avail these logical partitions using more LUN numbers NOTE MPIO multipath software or Linux Device Mapper is necessary for controlling and optimizing the...

Page 43: ...able requirements Ethernet cables are user supplied Cat5e shielded STP type network cables or better performance types important for meeting the requirements imposed by emission standards Straight thr...

Page 44: ...management software can vary from case to case In the following sections configuration diagrams will be provided to illustrate the possible uses of the PS system in an iSCSI network Note that host NIC...

Page 45: ...total of 8 host ports HBA iSCSI initiators preferably PCI E TCP IP offload engine TOE capable cards GbE cables GbE network cables GbE switch Ports divided into 2 virtual LANs to separate access from...

Page 46: ...r performance you can include drives from the expansion enclosure LD0 mapped to CH0 AID and CH0 BID LD assigned to controller A LD1 mapped to CH1 AID and CH1 BID LD assigned to controller A LD2 mapped...

Page 47: ...ork cables Software MPIO to manage the fault tolerant paths with failover failback and load balance RAID configuration 4 logical partitions created from 2 logical volumes 2 Logical Volumes each contai...

Page 48: ...N Recommended Cabling Method for Remote Replication Component Description Unified Storage system Redundant controllers with a total of 8 host ports HBA iSCSI initiators preferably PCI E TCP IP offload...

Page 49: ...rives can be created from drives in the expansion enclosure LD0 mapped to CH0 AID CH1 BID CH2 AID and CH3 BID LD has to be assigned to both controllers A and B to enable remote replication LD1 mapped...

Page 50: ...fied Storage system Redundant controllers with a total of 8 host ports HBA iSCSI initiators preferably PCI E TOE cards GbE cables GbE network cables port trunking indicated by the orange rectangles Gb...

Page 51: ...they can be used for remote replication or be used for host LUN mapping if users wish to do so Single Hybrid Unit Connected to FC iSCSI Hosts When connected to both FC host and iSCSI host the connect...

Page 52: ...and management LAN connection as well as a robust link for data protection volume copy mirror The PAC Management Software suite on which you configure the volume copy mirror settings will automatical...

Page 53: ...en There is a rotary ID switch on every expansion enclosure that is manually configured using a flat blade screwdriver Configuring enclosure IDs The configurable IDs for expansion enclosures are from...

Page 54: ...nsion link connects to the farthest expansion enclosure from the opposite direction and then to the nearest expansion enclosure Each expander controller on the SAS expansion enclosure controls a SAS D...

Page 55: ...oller A SAS exp IN 4 th expansion Controller A SAS exp OUT 4 th expansion Controller A SAS exp IN 6 th expansion Controller A SAS exp OUT Unified Storage Controller B left SAS exp IN 5 th expansion Co...

Page 56: ...56 Using a SAS expansion host board...

Page 57: ...p IN 1st expansion SAS exp OUT 1 st expansion SAS exp IN 3 rd expansion SAS exp OUT 3 rd expansion SAS exp IN 5 th expansion SAS exp OUT Unified Storage Controller right SAS exp IN 2nd expansion SAS e...

Page 58: ...58 Using a SAS expansion host board...

Page 59: ...f you are using a 3 rd party cable The serial port s defaults are Baud Rate 38400 Data Bit 8 Parity None Stop Bit 1 Flow Control Hardware For TCP IP connection and firewall configuration please refer...

Page 60: ...ables are designed to connect ONLY and DIRECTLY to be able to relocate power taps RPTs on server cabinets Power Cords Connections Use the included cables Connect them to the power sockets in blue for...

Page 61: ...er down the system please follow these steps NOTE If you wish to power down the system please ensure that no time consuming processes like Regenerate Logical Drive Parity or a Media Scan are taking pl...

Page 62: ...to monitor and manage the system locally or remotely over TCP IP network via the Ethernet Management port The management session is conducted using the Ethernet management port For more details see t...

Page 63: ...second mutes the audible alarm Pressing more than two seconds sends a service notification to the host computer 7 Rotary Switch N A Set up the expansion enclosures ID When connecting expansion enclos...

Page 64: ...Green Amber Green indicates that a controller is operating healthily Amber indicates that a component failure has occurred or inappropriate RAID configurations have caused system faults It is also li...

Page 65: ...Amber indicates cached data is being transferred to the flash module after the occurrence of a power outage Once the transfer is done all LEDs will turn off This signal is local to each controller 4 H...

Page 66: ...PHYs links has failed OFF Indicates all 4 PHYs links are offline 10G Ethernet Port LEDs Name Status Description 1 Speed Green Indicates 10Gb connection is established Amber Indicates 1Gb connection is...

Page 67: ...Indicates an 8Gb connection is established OFF Indicates a 4Gb or slower connection is established 8G Fibre Channel Port LEDs Each controller module houses Fibre channel host ports Each of these port...

Page 68: ...ical cables are not susceptible to EMI Converged Host Board Name Status Description 16G 8G Fibre Channel On Green Indicates 16G Fibre Channel mode 16G 8G Fibre Channel On Amber Indicates 8G Fibre Chan...

Page 69: ...4 PHYs are validly linked FLASHING Indicates one of the 4 PHYs links has failed OFF Indicates all 4 PHYs are offline Speed Green Indicates 12Gb link speed Amber Indicates 6 3Gb link speed OFF Indicate...

Page 70: ...Green The system is connected to power supply but the power switch has not turned on On Green The PSU cooling module is operating normally On Amber The PSU cooling module is faulty WARNING HAZARDOUS M...

Page 71: ...ible alarms System Maintenance WARNING Do not remove a failed component from the system until you have a replacement on hand If you remove a failed component without immediate replacement it will disr...

Page 72: ...button 8 System default has been restored when the Controller Status LED changes the color from amber to green 9 Restore previous settings using the Import NVRAM from reserved space or Restore NVRAM...

Page 73: ...d writes have been distributed to disk drives using firmware s Main Menu System Functions Shutdown controller function Power off the system and turn off the power switches and unplug the power cords f...

Page 74: ...are ID LUN mapping will be restored Replacing the Host Board To replace the existing host board loosen the thumb screw and push the release lever to detach the host board from the controller Thumb scr...

Page 75: ...mmended unless you have a similar Unified Storage System to test its integrity Installing the DIMM Module 1 Remove the controller module refer to Replacing the Controller Module 2 Wait for one minute...

Page 76: ...ercapacitor Use the replacement Supercapacitor supplied by your distributor Use of capacitors provided otherwise will void your warranty Dispose of used Supercapacitor at authorized battery disposal s...

Page 77: ...Remove the controller module refer to Replacing the Controller Module 2 Locate the flash backup module 3 Loosen the screw at the end of flash backup module and remove the flash backup module 4 Insert...

Page 78: ...ils Replacing Power Supply Unit A failed PSU should be replaced as soon as possible but only when you have a replacement module in your hand Contact your vendor for more details refer to Contact Infor...

Page 79: ...use another hand to support its weight while removing the module 4 Insert the replacement module Make sure the extraction handle is pointing outwards Push the replacement PSU into the chassis and when...

Page 80: ...replace a hard drive for GS 3025A and 2 5 drive for 3025B models please refer to the next section To replace the hard drive follow these steps below 1 Identify the drive tray Use the firmware utility...

Page 81: ...3025B models follow these steps below Gently pull out the clips on both sides of the tray If you are using a MUX board please loosen the M3 screw first and then remove the clips without MUX board wit...

Page 82: ...pen When fully inserted close the front bezel 3 5 inch 2 5 inch 6 Check for drive error Make sure that there is no more error reported Slide Rail Kit Installation Guide The table is categorized into m...

Page 83: ...ction Do not obstruct ventilation openings provide 20cm of free space at the front and back of the enclosure for air circulation keep the ambient temperature below 35 degrees Celsius Unpacking the Sys...

Page 84: ...lade screwdriver Rackmount Slide Rail Kits Rack Ear Mount Kit The following table shows all accessories that came with the rack ear mount kit Kit Contents Item Description Quantity 01 Mounting bracket...

Page 85: ...on position and M5 cage nut 5 insertion location Item Description 04 05a 05b Screws M5 x 9 0 mm Cage nuts M5 3U 4U position Cage nuts M5 2U position 2 Install the fixed rack ear mount to the rear post...

Page 86: ...cription 03 06 07 08 Screws 6 32L4 Screws M5 x 25 mm or Screws M6 x 25 mm or Screws 10 32 x 25 4mm Slide Rail Kit The following table shows all accessories that came with the slide rail kit Kit Conten...

Page 87: ...87 Installation Procedure 1 The installation begins with determining the installation position front and rear rack positions and M5 cage nut 5 insertion location...

Page 88: ...four screws on the slide to fix the length Item Description 05 Truss head screws M5 x 9 0mm 3 Attach the inner glides to BOTH sides of the enclosure using flathead screws 6 32 8 Item Description 04 Fl...

Page 89: ...system using two 20mm screws and cage nuts from the accessory box Item Description 07 08 09 Screws M5 x 25 mm or Screws M6 x 25 mm or Screws 10 32 x 25 4mm Once Mounted Once the enclosure has been mou...

Page 90: ...ely in safe packaging Modules came installed within the enclosure need not be removed When the system is in operation Module and drive bays must not be empty They must have a dummy cover plate in plac...

Page 91: ...24 channels of 3 6 12 Gbps SAS SATA II SATA III Near line SAS series iSCSI host Unified Storage Systems Host O S Compatibility Host O S independent iSCSI offload utilities and hardware Host Interface...

Page 92: ...Time At least 12ms at 115 230VAC full load after a loss of AC input Over temperature Protection Auto shutdown when lost cooling or exceeded ambient temperature over voltage protection is also availab...

Page 93: ...ing Sea level to 12 000ft Packaged Sea level to 40 000ft Shock Half sine Operating 5G half sine 11ms pulse width Non operating 15G half sine 11ms pulse width Vibration Random Operating 5 to 500Hz 0 25...

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