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2nd Edition

Detailed Installation Guide

(Information for an installation contractor)

DATA ARCHIVER

Model No. 

LB-DH7 series

Thank you for adopting Panasonic DATA ARCHIVER.

This document contains the detailed installation procedures for the DATA ARCHIVER. Please contact an 
installation contractor about preparatory work for installation, rack installation, and connection.

This document has example procedures that include combinations using typical peripheral devices from 
other manufacturers, but these examples are not intended to make use of these devices obligatory.

As this document may be revised, there may be differences between the product described by this 
document and the actual product you are using. Check for the latest information on our website 
before installing.

The products, tools, etc., from other manufacturers used in the explanations in this document may be 
subject to change without notice, so the actual items may differ from those described in this document.

Before using this unit, read “Cautions for regulations and safety/Overview/Disclaimers” and observe 
the instructions in that document.

You should also carefully read the operating instructions included with the peripheral devices and 
ensure that you use them safely.

If there is a difference between the instructions in this document and the operating instructions of the 
peripheral device, prioritize the instructions in the operating instructions of the peripheral device.

The DATA ARCHIVER LB-DH7 series includes the following modules and units.

Model Name

Product Number

Base Module (Model Number: LB-DH70A)

LB-DH70A0G

Bottom Module (Model Number: LB-DF81)

LB-DF81Z1G

Extension Module (without the Writer Unit)

Extension Unit (Model Number: LB-XH82) and Control Unit (Model Number: LB-XC82)

LB-DH82Z1G

Extension Module (with the Writer Unit)

Extension Unit (Model Number: LB-XH82) and Writer Unit (Model Number: LB-XD73A)

LB-DF72A0G

Summary of Contents for LB-DH7 Series

Page 1: ...ions in this document may be subject to change without notice so the actual items may differ from those described in this document Before using this unit read Cautions for regulations and safety Overview Disclaimers and observe the instructions in that document You should also carefully read the operating instructions included with the peripheral devices and ensure that you use them safely If ther...

Page 2: ...k or trademark of Linus Torvalds in each nation Inspur is a registered trademark or trademark of Inspur Technologies Co Ltd in each nation Dell is a registered trademark or trademark of Dell Inc in each nation Fujitsu is a registered trademark or trademark of Fujitsu Limited in each nation All other titles company names product names etc mentioned in this document are generally trademarks or regis...

Page 3: ...n 34 Removing of the Control Unit Writer Unit 40 Installing of the Control Unit Writer Unit 41 Removing the unit from the rack 42 Power supply installation 43 Preparing the power source 43 Adjusting the voltage 43 Connecting the DC cable 44 Checking voltage 46 Connecting the converter 47 Power supply settings 47 Connection 48 Connecting to the Base Module exclusive use connection cable Bottom Modu...

Page 4: ...ks Model number HFE1600 S1U 12V power supply unit Model number HFE1600 12 S 24V power supply unit Model number HFE1600 24 S Server Install DATA ARCHIVER control software and the driver for the interface adapter For the attachment and setup procedures refer to pertinent server and interface adapter manuals System configuration Extension Module without the Writer Unit External power supply Server DA...

Page 5: ...s for their weights Refer to the operating instructions for other devices to be mounted for information about them Install the panel mount frames so that the ones on the front and rear sides are 660 mm 26 0q to 790 mm 31 1q apart Install the drawer side s panel mount frames so that the distance between an imaginary line formed by these frames and an imaginary line extending horizontally from the p...

Page 6: ...ial number etc D Control interface port Connect external servers the Bottom Module Control Unit and Writer Unit with the supplied exclusive use connection cables E Drive interface port Serves as a port for data transfer There are two ports SAS1 SAS2 Connects to external servers SAS interface port connector SFF 8644 Mini SASHD F LED Indicates the operating state of the unit The LEDs are numbered fr...

Page 7: ...screws and one M3 screw To add the Extension Unit to the top of the Base Module remove the top panel from the Base Module and then install it on the uppermost Extension Unit A Ventilation hole Serves for air ventilation of the unit Care should be taken not to block the hole Base Module_Top panel Interface side Base Module_Side panel Interface side Interface side ...

Page 8: ...the Base Module via the supplied exclusive use connection cable C Nameplate Describes a model number ratings serial number etc A Bottom panel The panel is fastened with four screws Remove the panel only during installation work Reattach the panel after the work is complete Bottom Module LB DF81 _Interface side panel Bottom Module_Bottom panel ...

Page 9: ...ing a magazine and magazine drawer in the Operator Guide The drawers must be unlocked manually only when preparing to install For more information refer to Preparation of the Base and Extension Modules 19 A Nameplate Describes a model number serial number etc B Ventilation hole Serves for air ventilation of the unit Care should be taken not to block the hole Extension Unit LB XH82 Base Module_Draw...

Page 10: ...e supplied exclusive use connection cable B Nameplate Describes a model number serial number etc C Handle Use this part to remove the Control Unit from the Extension Unit Do not use this part for any purpose other than the above such as lifting this unit by holding this part Control Unit LB XC82 _Interface side panel ...

Page 11: ...rface port connector SFF 8644 Mini SASHD E LED Indicates the operating state of the unit The LEDs are numbered from left to right LED 1 FAN LED 2 CHANGER LED 3 DRIVE Running illuminates in green Stopped off LED 4 INFORMATION Always off LED 5 POWER While energized illuminates in green While de energized off F Fan ventilation hole Serves as a hole for air ventilation of the unit during a fan operati...

Page 12: ... LB XC82 Attached to the Extension Unit when the product was purchased Cautions for regulations and safety Overview Disclaimers Support angle 2 M5 screw 8 Metal fastening for positioning 2 Cushion sheet 1 SMT0017 99 mm 3 9q 1 Cushion sheet 2 SMT0018 131 mm 5 2q 2 Cushion sheet 3 SMT0015 660 mm 26 0q 2 Cushion sheet 4 SMT0016 363 mm 14 3q 1 Exclusive use connection cable A Extension Module with the...

Page 13: ...hing cage nuts recommended Nut driver for Hex Nut M6 Application Installation of the DC cable 1 8 mm 0 07q width flat blade screwdriver Application Adjusting the adjustment trimmer on the power supply shelf Multimeter Application Checking DC voltage DA power checker 2 Application Checking the installation of the DC power source Cutter knife Application Opening packaging Gloves Application Performi...

Page 14: ...aintenance Determine the position in the lower part where the Bottom Module is to be installed The lower part of the Base Module or Extension Module is placed in the 4U upper position from the lower part of the Bottom Module Confirm that there is no deformation of the panel mount frame in the rack We recommend replacing the rack if there is any deformation Make a record of any deformations etc in ...

Page 15: ... top screws On the other hand when securing the support angle on the interface side fasten both the top and bottom screws Fasten the bottom screws on the drawer side when mounting the unit Tighten the 4 screws that have been loosened in Step 5 7 Attach the rack ground By attaching a rack ground static electricity that occurs within the rack such as when a worker charged with static electricity tou...

Page 16: ...ndling of heavy equipment When installing or moving the unit remove all magazine drawers to reduce the weight of this unit When lifting or securing the unit for installation or removal be sure to have two workers or more with non slip gloves do the work For details on how to attach the panel mount frame make sure with the manufacturer of the 19 inch rack When moving the unit hold the shaded area a...

Page 17: ...t is fastened by two M3 screws at the 14 mm 0 6q position 14 Adjust the mounting bracket position as needed Check the shape and orientation of the mounting brackets to attach them correctly Match the two locating protrusions on the mounting bracket with the locating holes on the Bottom Module 4 Remove the bottom panel of the Bottom Module Remove the four screws Preparation of the Bottom Module Con...

Page 18: ...nstallation Confirm that the changer unit is correctly installed in the Bottom Module Confirm that a 0 09 mm 0 004q gap gauge cannot be inserted between the four changer unit seats at the front and back and the bottom panel of the Bottom Module It will be necessary to perform the tasks to install the changer unit in the Bottom Module if a 0 09 mm 0 004q gap gauge can be inserted Refer to Appendix ...

Page 19: ...ower front part of the bottom magazine drawer on each side has a convex shape so place the drawer vertically not horizontally Preparation of the Base and Extension Modules Top panel Unlock lever Drawer side Before drawing out the magazine drawer make sure to unlock it Drawing out the magazine drawer by force may cause damage to it Do not draw out the magazine drawer too hard Do not put your hand i...

Page 20: ... unit during transportation Remove six screws and then remove the plates Store the screws and the plates safely 6 Remove the securing screw of the gear rack of the Base Module or Extension Module It is not necessary to remove the securing screw from the Base Module when placing the Base Module at the top Remove the securing screws of the gear rack of all modules except the module to be installed o...

Page 21: ...ith the M2 6 screw Torque 0 5 Nm n10 4 5 in lbs n10 8 Tighten the screws while pressing the gear rack for the module to be placed at the top against the bottom surface 3 locations k3 This step is not required if the Base Module is to be placed at the top Module to be placed at the top Base Module Gear rack It is easier to remove the connection plate by removing the screws and lifting the gear rack...

Page 22: ... 3 Position and smooth the left cushion sheet 3 Ensure the drawer side of cushion sheet 3 meets the drawer side line of cushion sheet 2 Smooth the sheet firmly and do not leave a gap between cushion sheets 2 and 3 Straighten the cushion sheet 3 and smooth it to fill the gap in the joint 4 Position and smooth cushion sheet 4 Smooth the sheet firmly referring to the dotted line below and do not leav...

Page 23: ... placed at the top Remove the tape affixed to the four thumbscrews at the interface side of the unit prior to installation and make sure the thumbscrews are fully tightened If the thumbscrew is loose tighten firmly If the installation is completed with loose thumbscrews it may damage the unit or cause heavy objects to fall Confirm that there is no dust or dirt on the surface of the changer unit so...

Page 24: ... at the bottom Excluding the power supply however When adding Extension Modules with the Writer Unit they need to be added in increments of two Magazines are transported faster when the Writer Units are placed on top of each other Example Place them at the second and third levels or fourth and fifth levels From a performance perspective in a configuration with 2 or more Extension Modules without t...

Page 25: ...ther into the back of the rack along the right panel mount frame When inserting into the rack do not hold this unit by the top surface When inserting into the rack do not press the panel part of this unit 4 For the Base Module or Extension Module Secure the metal fastenings for positioning at two locations Insert the pins of the metal fastenings for positioning into the elongated holes on the rear...

Page 26: ...M5 cage nuts using the M5 screws Attach the brackets so that they are in contact with the top of the module Bottom Module Base Module or Extension Module ACCEPT No Yes Support angle Confirm that a 0 5 mm 0 02q gap gauge cannot be inserted Module Gap under 0 5 mm 0 02q Attempt to insert a 0 5 mm 0 02q gap gauge between the drawer side module and support angle to check that the module and support an...

Page 27: ...til it stops Check that the protruding part is at the lowest part 3 Connect the right gear rack on the interface side Insert your hand into the opening at the bottom panel side and turn the right handle clockwise to raise the gear rack The right gear rack on the interface side and the gear rack on the drawer side are linked While pushing up the protruding part on the bottom panel side turn the han...

Page 28: ...ck on the interface side If it is difficult to check the interface side it is possible to temporarily remove the Control Unit or the Writer Unit 40 If it is difficult to check directly with eyesight use an inspection mirror etc to check the connection Check the connection of the gear rack on the drawer side If it is difficult to check the drawer side it is possible to temporarily remove the Contro...

Page 29: ... arms are pulled out to the engage line 7 Use a 0 09 mm 0 004q gap gauge to check the connection of the gear racks Insert a 0 09 mm 0 004q gap gauge between all of the module connections on the left and right gear racks on the interface side and the gear rack on the drawer side checking that they are all connected without gaps Left handle Clamping lever Engage Clutch Default Shipping Release Clutc...

Page 30: ... the gap between the gear rack on the drawer side and the UD guide by moving the fixture down Under 1 5 mm 0 06q 1 5 mm 0 06q or more Refer to the following Error flow chart OK Error Gap under 1 5 mm 0 06q Check the gap between the gear rack on the drawer side and the UD guide by moving the fixture up Under 1 5 mm 0 06q 1 5 mm 0 06q or more Refer to the following Error flow chart OK Error Gap unde...

Page 31: ...arting from Installing in the rack 25 Gap under 1 5 mm 0 06q Use the washers supplied with the Bottom Module to readjust the front and back of the module and perform the installation 32 so that the gap becomes under 1 5 mm 0 06q If there was an error in checks in patterns 1 to 3 gaps of 1 5 mm 0 06q or more OK Error ACCEPT UD guide check fixture Use these parts Gap under 1 0 mm 0 04q Put the fixtu...

Page 32: ...the tasks starting from Installing in the rack 25 Gap under 1 0 mm 0 04q Use the washers supplied with the Bottom Module to readjust the front and back of the module and perform the installation right so that the gap becomes under 1 0 mm 0 04q If there was an error in checks in patterns 1 and 2 gaps of 1 0 mm 0 04q or more OK Error ACCEPT Readjust the forward backward module position If the joints...

Page 33: ...e over objects or fall from the area Guide rails on the chassis side Part with the bend on the side of the magazine drawer Do not carry a magazine drawer with its mounting surface down Failure to observe this instruction may cause the magazine to drop Do not touch any mechanical portion other than portions indicated in the instructions of the procedure Failure to observe this instruction may cause...

Page 34: ... gauge cannot be inserted between the changer unit seats and the bottom panel of the Bottom Module If the 1 5 mm 0 06q gap gauge can be inserted it will not be possible to turn off the drive transmission of the changer unit Contact the vendor 3 Turn off the drive transmission of the changer unit Insert your hands into the opening to left and right Then push the clutch release arm Make sure that th...

Page 35: ... rack on the drawer side Loosen the three securing screws and remove the gear rack fixture The gear rack on the drawer side is linked to the right gear rack on the interface side and it is not automatically lowered 7 Disconnect the right gear rack on the interface side Insert your hand into the opening at the bottom panel side of the Bottom Module and turn the right clamping lever counterclockwise...

Page 36: ...n location this step must be performed with both hands at an elevated height Ensure that the work area is safe and be careful not to stumble over objects or fall from the area 10Remove the securing screw of the gear rack of the Base Module or Extension Module Remove the securing screws of the gear rack of all modules except the module to be installed on the top Store the securing screws you have r...

Page 37: ...river with the M2 6 screw Torque 0 5 Nm n10 4 5 in lbs n10 12Tighten the screws while pressing the gear rack for the module to be placed at the top against the bottom surface 3 locations k3 This step is not required if the Base Module is to be placed at the top Module to be placed at the top Module that was placed at the top prior to this extension work Gear rack It is easier to remove the connect...

Page 38: ... and smooth the left cushion sheet 3 Ensure the drawer side of cushion sheet 3 meets the drawer side line of cushion sheet 2 Smooth the sheet firmly and do not leave a gap between cushion sheets 2 and 3 Straighten the cushion sheet 3 and smooth it to fill the gap in the joint 4 Position and smooth cushion sheet 4 Smooth the sheet firmly referring to the dotted line below and do not leave a gap bet...

Page 39: ...following steps 5 to 6 in Preparation of rack 14 steps 2 to 5 in Preparation of the Base and Extension Modules 19 and the work procedure for the Base Module in Installing in the rack 25 16Attach the module holder bracket Attach the module holder brackets to the locations of the M5 cage nuts using the M5 screws Attach the brackets so that they are in contact with the top of the module 17Connect all...

Page 40: ...per handle comes out 2 While holding the interface side handle hold the upper handle with the other hand and pull out the Control Unit slowly Writer Unit 1 Hold the interface side handle and pull out the Writer Unit to a position just behind the lines indicated by the red arrows The Writer Unit weighs approximately 14 kg If you pull out the Writer Unit beyond the lines indicated by the red arrows ...

Page 41: ...o the interface side of the Extension Unit Control Unit Hold the upper handle and push the Control Unit in Writer Unit Hold the upper handles with both hands and push the Writer Unit in until the lines indicated by the red arrows are hidden 2 Push the Control Unit or the Writer Unit all the way inside Lightly push the A portion all the way inside 3 Tighten the four thumbscrews Loosely fasten all f...

Page 42: ...g from two devices the module to be removed excluding the Bottom Module and the module above it 25 If the thumbscrews on the metal fastenings for positioning are too tight use a cross slot screwdriver to rotate them 4 Remove the screws that hold the module to be removed to the rack 5 Have two workers one on each side of this unit hold the A portion and pull out this unit from the rack Removing the...

Page 43: ...he lock engages 1 Use a 1 8 mm 0 07q width flat blade screwdriver or similar tool to turn the adjustment trimmer clockwise until you hear a click to set the correct voltage Initially the adjustment trimmer is set to about j13 of the correct voltage Preparing the power source Power supply unit PSU Power shelf rack Power supply unit lock Adjusting the voltage Adjustment trimmer ...

Page 44: ... power supply using the DC cable for i24 V i12 V Connecting the DC cable 24V GND A 24 V power source i terminal B 24 V power source j terminal White triangle pointing down G N D 12V G N D 24V A 24 V power source i terminal B 24 V power source j terminal C 12 V power source i terminal D 12 V power source j terminal White triangle pointing to the right Important Before connecting check which shelf r...

Page 45: ... power shelf racks 2 Attach the bus bar protection cover to the power shelf rack 3 Check whether connections are correct Important Have the connections checked by multiple workers to ensure that the i plus voltage and j GND terminals are correctly connected Bus bar 1 Flat washer 2 DC cable 4 Nut 3 Spring washer 5 Tighten with the nut driver for Hex Nut M6 1 Protection cover 3 Attach the covers to ...

Page 46: ...tension Modules with the Writer Unit 4 in the below image If the voltage is outside of the specification ranges recheck the connections and the adjustment trimmer When not using the DA power checker Measure the voltage using the following procedure when you do not have a DA power checker 1 Use the multimeter to check the voltage Before connecting to the DATA ARCHIVER module use a multimeter to che...

Page 47: ...bands supplied with the converter to secure to the rail of a rack etc 1 Set the switches on the TDK Lambda power shelf as follows Connecting the converter Exclusive use connection cable C 3 m 118 1q Server 12 V power supply 24 V power supply Converter Width 105 mm 4 1q k Height 35 mm 1 4q k Depth 70 mm 2 8q Exclusive use connection cable B 85 cm 33 5q Exclusive use connection cable A 15 cm 5 9q To...

Page 48: ...dule and Control Unit Use the supplied exclusive use connection cable B to connect the Base Module to the Writer Unit Connect all of the Bottom Module Control Unit and Writer Unit to the Base Module The control interface ports 1 to 8 are identical Connecting to the Base Module exclusive use connection cable Bottom Module Control Unit Writer Unit Writer Unit Control Unit Base Module Bottom Module S...

Page 49: ...straight and branch cables Use exclusive use SAS cables optional Connect the straight cable to the SAS1 terminal Connect the branch cable to the SAS2 terminal The drive interface connectors are fixed at a tilt angle of 15 Hold the SAS cables parallel to the connectors to insert them Connecting to a drive interface SAS cable Base Module Writer Unit 15 Straight Straight Branch Writer Unit Control Un...

Page 50: ...V to the power supply connectors of the Bottom Module 2 Connect the connectors of the DC cable for 24 V 12 V to the power supply connectors of the Base Module and all the Writer Units Connect all the modules Base Module Bottom Module Writer Unit Connect all the modules to the same external power supply Connecting to a server exclusive use connection cable Base Module Connecting an external power s...

Page 51: ...xternal power supply make sure not to connect each ring terminal pair to the output terminal pair of opposite polarity In addition do not mix up the 24 V and 12 V connections There is a danger of electrical shock once the unit is energized Be sure to connect the AC cable last Do not use an external power supply in such a way that its electrical load exceeds the rated value or use it with a voltage...

Page 52: ...g to the external power supply manual turn off the external power supply and disconnect the AC cable from the AC outlet 3 Remove the DC cable from the unit 1 Turn a portion A in an arrow direction 2 With the portion A turned pull the DC cable off in an arrow direction 3 Remove the DC cable from the external power supply For details refer to the external power supply manual Removing the external po...

Page 53: ... or SSDs of a server to which DA control software is to be installed For information on how to set up RAID refer to the operating instructions for the server and OS 1 Install CentOS 7 or Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7 Use a DVD disc or USB memory stick to install CentOS 7 or Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7 Contact the vendor for information on the advanced version of the supported OS 2 Extract the DA contr...

Page 54: ...tion is complete when the message below appears If the domain status which appears after the installation is indicated as running the software has started up correctly 3 Install DA control software mkdir p media cdrom mount dev sr0 media cdrom The devise name dev sr0 is different according to the server cd opt DA3Controller_XXXX XXXX represents the version number setup sh install libOptArc input n...

Page 55: ...in X X XX represents the version number from Manage Update Software of the Web interface then select Update If the screen below appears when F5 is pressed DA control software is restarting The update is complete when the screen below appears 4 DA control software update after installation Browse ...

Page 56: ...unit is automatically initialized To check the progress of the initialization go to System Status A in the right pane of the Web interface or go to Monitor System Status B When the initialization is complete Ready is displayed Before using the Web interface configure the network settings such as the IP address setting of the server to be connected to the unit When using the unit operate the Web in...

Page 57: ...pport Contact Support Name Setting contact phone number of your support service provider Configure Support Contact Support Phone Setting contact email address of your support service provider Configure Support Contact Support Email Setting SNMP Configure SNMP For recommended setup items For details of the settings below refer to the Operator Guide Setting system name Configure System System Name S...

Page 58: ...authentication Off Disables CHAP authentication Target Performs one way CHAP authentication The DATA ARCHIVER as a target authenticates the initiator using Target Name and Target Secret Target Initiator Performs mutual CHAP authentication The DATA ARCHIVER as a target authenticates the initiator using Target Name and Target Secret and then attempts to connect to authenticate the initiator using In...

Page 59: ...e problem is caused by a fault with the module so contact the vendor Changer unit checks pattern 1 1 Remove the gear rack fixture 2 Elevate the changer unit 3 Secure the gear rack 4 Check the changer unit installation Changer unit checks pattern 2 1 Slide the top of the changer unit 2 Release the clutch levers of the changer unit 3 Elevate the changer unit 4 Return the clutch levers of the changer...

Page 60: ...e rear of the changer unit too strongly There is danger of your fingers getting caught Note Do not lift by inserting your fingers in the holes above the designated parts There is danger of your fingers getting caught Lower the changer unit slowly 3 Secure the gear rack Turn the left handle clockwise until it stops Turn the right handle counterclockwise until it stops Confirm that the lowermost par...

Page 61: ... black part of the gear rack is lower than the module s border line 4 Check the changer unit installation Confirm that a 0 09 mm 0 004q gap gauge cannot be inserted between the four changer unit seats at the front and back and the bottom panel of the Bottom Module The gear rack is fully lowered Right clamping lever Border line The gear rack is fully lowered Left clamping lever Border line You can ...

Page 62: ...l number sticker 2 Release the clutch levers of the changer unit There are two clutch lever on the sides of the front of the changer unit Press the left clutch lever to the outside Lift the clutch lever with your finger until it reaches the edge of the changer unit Press the right clutch lever to the outside Lift the clutch lever with your finger until it reaches the edge of the changer unit Both ...

Page 63: ... both hands while lifting Note Do not grip the designated parts of the rear of the changer unit too strongly There is danger of your fingers getting caught Note Do not lift by inserting your fingers in the holes above the designated parts There is danger of your fingers getting caught Lower the changer unit slowly 4 Return the clutch levers of the changer unit to their original positions The clutc...

Page 64: ... of the changer unit Both clutch levers have been lowered down 5 Check the changer unit installation Confirm that a 0 09 mm 0 004q gap gauge cannot be inserted between the four changer unit seats at the front and back and the bottom panel of the Bottom Module If the 0 09 mm 0 004q gap gauge can be inserted contact the vendor You can check the front through the opening if the seats of the changer u...

Page 65: ... the metal terminal of an external connector power supply interface control interface directly by hand or do not put a charged material closer to the metal terminal When you plug or unplug a cable to an external connector we recommend that you should take advanced countermeasures against static electricity such as wearing an earth strap or touching large metal components Do not put a cable connect...

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