Galaxy Raid GHDX2-2430S-16U4D Installation and Hardware Reference Manual
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Hot-swappable
Components
1.4.3 Firmware (FW) and RAIDWatch GUI
Firmware:
The firmware (FW) is pre-installed software that manages the
subsystem. The FW can be accessed either through the front LCD keypad
panel or a terminal emulation program running on a management computer
that is connected to the subsystem’s serial port.
RAIDWatch:
RAIDWatch is a web-based Graphical User Interface (GUI)
that can be installed on an adjacent or remote computer. The manager
communicates with the array via the connection of the existing host
interface (In-Band) or Ethernet link (Out-of-Band) to the subsystem’s
Ethernet port.
1.4.4 Audible
Alarms
The subsystem comes with audible alarms that are triggered when certain
active components fail or when certain (controller or subsystem) thresholds
are exceeded. Whenever you hear an audible alarm from the subsystem, it is
imperative that you determine the cause and rectify the problem
immediately.
Event notification messages indicate the completion or status of array
configuration tasks and are always accompanied by two (2) or three (3)
successive and prolonged beeps.
WARNING!
Failing to respond when an audible alarm is heard can lead to permanent
damage of the subsystem. When an audible alarm is heard, rectify the
problem as soon as possible.
1.5 Hot-swappable
Components
Proper subsystem cooling is referred to as “normalized” airflow.
Normalized airflow ensures the sufficient cooling of the subsystem and is
only attained when all components are properly installed. Therefore, a failed
component should only be hot-swapped when a replacement is available. If
a failed component is removed but not replaced, permanent damage to the
subsystem can result.
1.5.1 Hot-swap
Capabilities
The subsystem comes with a number of hot-swappable components that can
be exchanged while the subsystem is still online without affecting the
operational integrity of the subsystem. These components should only be
removed from the subsystem when a faulty unit needs to be replaced. At no
other time should these components be removed from the subsystem.