Chapter 2: Basic Operations
DXi4700 Node
Quantum DXi4700 User’s Guide
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DXi4700 Node Rear Panel Features
and shows the connectors located on the rear panel of the DXi4700 G1 Node.
and shows the connectors located on the rear panel of the DXi4700 G2 Node.
describes each item.
Note:
Refer to the port numbering label on the rear of the system to help you determine the correct port
connections.
Caution:
Do not disconnect any SAS cables from the Node during normal system operation.
Unplugging a SAS cable while the system is powered on may result in data loss.
10 GbE Cable Types
Depending on the configuration, Quantum DXi4700 systems support one of the following 10 GbE cable
types:
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10 GbE optical cable lengths of up to 300 meters with OM3 cables and up to 100 meters
with OM2 cables
- Quantum recommends using the two 10 meter LC to LC type optical cables that
are shipped with the DXi4700 system. Consult your 10 GbE optical switch/SFP documentation for
additional information on optical cable requirements.
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10 GbE Twinax cable
- Quantum recommends using the approved 5 meter Twinax cable type that is
shipped with the DXi4700 system. This cable is compatible with Cisco 5000 Series Data Center Class
switches.
The 10 GbE Copper (Twinax) cable options that Quantum provides do not support all switches.
Please note the supported switches during the purchase-configuration process, and if the Twinax
cables supplied by Quantum are not compatible with your switch, then you will need to provide your
own compatible Twinax cables from your switch vendor. Be sure to have these available before the
system installation takes place.
