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... CAUTION: Only trained service technicians are trademarks of Dell Inc. NOTE: If you have two EMMs installed, both EMMs have the same firmware level. All rights reserved. Printed in trademarks and trade names other than its own. disclaims any of Dell Inc. The Dell™ PowerVault™ MD1000 storage enclosure with redundant enclosure management contains two...
... CAUTION: Only trained service technicians are trademarks of Dell Inc. NOTE: If you have two EMMs installed, both EMMs have the same firmware level. All rights reserved. Printed in trademarks and trade names other than its own. disclaims any of Dell Inc. The Dell™ PowerVault™ MD1000 storage enclosure with redundant enclosure management contains two...
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... Begin 19 Cabling Your Enclosure for Unified or Split Mode 19 Connecting the Enclosure 20 Using Your Enclosure to Expand a Dell PowerVault MD3000 Enclosure 21 Changing Your Enclosure's Operating Mode 24 Managing Your Storage Enclosure 25 Downloading Firmware 25 3 Installing Enclosure Components Recommended Tools 27 Removing and Replacing the Front Bezel 27 Contents 3
... Begin 19 Cabling Your Enclosure for Unified or Split Mode 19 Connecting the Enclosure 20 Using Your Enclosure to Expand a Dell PowerVault MD3000 Enclosure 21 Changing Your Enclosure's Operating Mode 24 Managing Your Storage Enclosure 25 Downloading Firmware 25 3 Installing Enclosure Components Recommended Tools 27 Removing and Replacing the Front Bezel 27 Contents 3
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... Power Supply/Cooling Fan Module 36 Removing a Power Supply/Cooling Fan Module 37 Installing a Power Supply/Cooling Fan Module 38 Removing and Installing the Control Panel 38 Removing the Control Panel 38 Installing the Control Panel 39 Removing and Installing the Midplane 40 4 Troubleshooting Your Enclosure Safety First-For You and Your Enclosure 43...
... Power Supply/Cooling Fan Module 36 Removing a Power Supply/Cooling Fan Module 37 Installing a Power Supply/Cooling Fan Module 38 Removing and Installing the Control Panel 38 Removing the Control Panel 38 Installing the Control Panel 39 Removing and Installing the Midplane 40 4 Troubleshooting Your Enclosure Safety First-For You and Your Enclosure 43...
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... event notification require Server Administrator version 4.5.1 or later. • CDs included with your rack solution describes how to install your enclosure. • Documentation for experienced users. NOTE: Always check for updates on support.dell.com and read the updates first because they often supersede information in other documents. • Release notes or...
... event notification require Server Administrator version 4.5.1 or later. • CDs included with your rack solution describes how to install your enclosure. • Documentation for experienced users. NOTE: Always check for updates on support.dell.com and read the updates first because they often supersede information in other documents. • Release notes or...
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..., at least one power supply is supplying power to limit access. Indicators on the Enclosure Bezel An optional locking bezel can be installed on the front of the enclosure to the enclosure. 3 Enclosure status (blue/amber) Steady amber: Power is on and enclosure is...Removing and Replacing the Front Bezel." Table 1-1 lists conditions indicated by the lights on the bezel. otherwise, the enclosure is OK. Figure 1-1. LEDs on installing and removing the bezel, see "Unified Mode and Split Mode." For information on the Front Bezel 1 2 3 Table 1-1. Flashing amber: Enclosure is in...
..., at least one power supply is supplying power to limit access. Indicators on the Enclosure Bezel An optional locking bezel can be installed on the front of the enclosure to the enclosure. 3 Enclosure status (blue/amber) Steady amber: Power is on and enclosure is...Removing and Replacing the Front Bezel." Table 1-1 lists conditions indicated by the lights on the bezel. otherwise, the enclosure is OK. Figure 1-1. LEDs on installing and removing the bezel, see "Unified Mode and Split Mode." For information on the Front Bezel 1 2 3 Table 1-1. Flashing amber: Enclosure is in...
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... unsupported drive is present Steady green Drive is online Green flashing (250 milliseconds Drive is being identified or is installed, it must be installed; Table 1-3. The enclosure requires at least one EMM to be installed. However, the enclosure can run temporarily on one EMM is being prepared for removal [ms]) Green flashing On...
... unsupported drive is present Steady green Drive is online Green flashing (250 milliseconds Drive is being identified or is installed, it must be installed; Table 1-3. The enclosure requires at least one EMM to be installed. However, the enclosure can run temporarily on one EMM is being prepared for removal [ms]) Green flashing On...
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...single EMM as it must be in the primary EMM bay (see Figure 1-4) and a blank module cover must be installed in the secondary EMM bay (see "Removing and Installing an EMM"). EMM connectors and components are shown in an Empty Bay"). The EMM connects to the host server NOTE:... Controlling access to the drives • Communicating enclosure attributes and states to the enclosure via the enclosure midplane (see "Installing an EMM Module Cover in Figure 1-5 and include: • Debug port (Dell use only) • SAS port connector (In) • SAS port connector (Out) • Three LEDs (In...
...single EMM as it must be in the primary EMM bay (see Figure 1-4) and a blank module cover must be installed in the secondary EMM bay (see "Removing and Installing an EMM"). EMM connectors and components are shown in an Empty Bay"). The EMM connects to the host server NOTE:... Controlling access to the drives • Communicating enclosure attributes and states to the enclosure via the enclosure midplane (see "Installing an EMM Module Cover in Figure 1-5 and include: • Debug port (Dell use only) • SAS port connector (In) • SAS port connector (Out) • Three LEDs (In...
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For a complete description of the roles of the audible alarm, enclosure LEDs, power supplies, and fans. Enclosure Failover When Two EMMs are Installed If two EMMs are installed, a certain degree of failover is lost between an EMM and its peer. A failover occurs whenever communication is offered. The surviving EMM then takes over the...
For a complete description of the roles of the audible alarm, enclosure LEDs, power supplies, and fans. Enclosure Failover When Two EMMs are Installed If two EMMs are installed, a certain degree of failover is lost between an EMM and its peer. A failover occurs whenever communication is offered. The surviving EMM then takes over the...
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...replaced without powering down the enclosure. Figure 1-8 shows the power supply/cooling fan module features and LED indicators. A power supply/cooling fan module can be installed to avoid overheating. Table 1-5 lists the LED indicator descriptions. EMM Thermal Shutdown If critical internal temperatures are reached, the enclosure will shut down automatically via...power LED 3 2 Power supply/cooling fan fault 4 LED AC power LED cooling fans (2) 6 5 AC power connector 6 on removing and replacing the modules, see "Removing and Installing the Power Supply/Cooling Fan Module." Figure 1-8.
...replaced without powering down the enclosure. Figure 1-8 shows the power supply/cooling fan module features and LED indicators. A power supply/cooling fan module can be installed to avoid overheating. Table 1-5 lists the LED indicator descriptions. EMM Thermal Shutdown If critical internal temperatures are reached, the enclosure will shut down automatically via...power LED 3 2 Power supply/cooling fan fault 4 LED AC power LED cooling fans (2) 6 5 AC power connector 6 on removing and replacing the modules, see "Removing and Installing the Power Supply/Cooling Fan Module." Figure 1-8.
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... EMMs to fail simultaneously. NOTE: It is disabled by default. Off: No power, or voltages not within specifications. Enclosure Alarms An audible alarm is not installed. Table 1-6. However, if this occurs, the enclosure cannot issue critical or noncritical event alarms for both ) fans are in warning range. Table 1-5. Off: No power...
... EMMs to fail simultaneously. NOTE: It is disabled by default. Off: No power, or voltages not within specifications. Enclosure Alarms An audible alarm is not installed. Table 1-6. However, if this occurs, the enclosure cannot issue critical or noncritical event alarms for both ) fans are in warning range. Table 1-5. Off: No power...
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... enclosure can be one host (for important safety, regulatory, and warranty information) - Operating Your Storage Enclosure 19 Documentation CD - Installation and Server Management CD (version 4.5.1 or later) - Server Administrator documentation - Readme files Cabling Your Enclosure for Unified or Split ... your enclosure is connected to a single port on the controller card in your host server. Power cord - Rack Installation Guide or Rack Installation Instructions - See Figure 2-1 for either unified or split mode. SAS interconnect cables - Before You Begin Before connecting...
... enclosure can be one host (for important safety, regulatory, and warranty information) - Operating Your Storage Enclosure 19 Documentation CD - Installation and Server Management CD (version 4.5.1 or later) - Server Administrator documentation - Readme files Cabling Your Enclosure for Unified or Split ... your enclosure is connected to a single port on the controller card in your host server. Power cord - Rack Installation Guide or Rack Installation Instructions - See Figure 2-1 for either unified or split mode. SAS interconnect cables - Before You Begin Before connecting...
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...configuration. NOTE: The enclosure mode switch must be set to the mode you can cable the enclosure to operate in the MD1000 host-based RAID solution. For installation instructions and supported operating systems, see your Server Administrator documentation. 2 Turn off the host system and all attached devices....connect the external SAS cable from the second host controller or port to the In port on the EMM module of Server Administrator is installed. Selection of a split mode configuration. the server or controller port attached to the In port on the primary EMM will control ...
...configuration. NOTE: The enclosure mode switch must be set to the mode you can cable the enclosure to operate in the MD1000 host-based RAID solution. For installation instructions and supported operating systems, see your Server Administrator documentation. 2 Turn off the host system and all attached devices....connect the external SAS cable from the second host controller or port to the In port on the EMM module of Server Administrator is installed. Selection of a split mode configuration. the server or controller port attached to the In port on the primary EMM will control ...
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...MD1000 Enclosure Perform the following the steps given in the Dell PowerVault Compatibility Matrix (available from support.dell.com.) Refer to an existing MD3000 enclosure. For Windows hosts, use the DKMS package. For Linux hosts, use the update package. On Linux hosts, you install...enclosure, following steps to attach a new MD1000 expansion enclosure to the PowerVault MD3000 Installation Guide for the MD1000 enclosure to function with the Modular Disk (MD) Storage Manager installation package. NOTICE: The mode selector switch must install multipath drivers manually. c Upgrade the ...
...MD1000 Enclosure Perform the following the steps given in the Dell PowerVault Compatibility Matrix (available from support.dell.com.) Refer to an existing MD3000 enclosure. For Windows hosts, use the DKMS package. For Linux hosts, use the update package. On Linux hosts, you install...enclosure, following steps to attach a new MD1000 expansion enclosure to the PowerVault MD3000 Installation Guide for the MD1000 enclosure to function with the Modular Disk (MD) Storage Manager installation package. NOTICE: The mode selector switch must install multipath drivers manually. c Upgrade the ...
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... steps in the Modular Disk Storage Manager. Expanding a New MD3000 Enclosure with MD Storage Management install. NOTICE: You cannot upgrade the firmware on an MD1000 expansion enclosure from support.dell.com). Refer to an MD3000 enclosure. On Windows hosts, the drivers are bundled with a Previously... LED is blinking amber, there is an error that can be directly migrated to an MD3000 enclosure or to an MD1000 enclosure connected to the PowerVault MD3000 Installation Guide for the enclosure status LED to an MD3000 enclosure. Wait for detailed information. For Linux hosts, use the...
... steps in the Modular Disk Storage Manager. Expanding a New MD3000 Enclosure with MD Storage Management install. NOTICE: You cannot upgrade the firmware on an MD1000 expansion enclosure from support.dell.com). Refer to an MD3000 enclosure. On Windows hosts, the drivers are bundled with a Previously... LED is blinking amber, there is an error that can be directly migrated to an MD3000 enclosure or to an MD1000 enclosure connected to the PowerVault MD3000 Installation Guide for the enclosure status LED to an MD3000 enclosure. Wait for detailed information. For Linux hosts, use the...
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... the optional front enclosure bezel. If your Product Information Guide Removing and Replacing the Front Bezel To access the drives in the bezel lock. Installing Enclosure Components 29 To remove the bezel: 1 If the bezel is unlocked, go to step 3. 2 Turn the key to the left to... Torx T10 driver • Wrist grounding strap, as explained in the safety instructions found in your enclosure does not have this bezel, skip this section. 3 Installing Enclosure Components This section explains how to unlock the bezel. 3 Push inward on the release tab on the bezel and lift it away from the...
... the optional front enclosure bezel. If your Product Information Guide Removing and Replacing the Front Bezel To access the drives in the bezel lock. Installing Enclosure Components 29 To remove the bezel: 1 If the bezel is unlocked, go to step 3. 2 Turn the key to the left to... Torx T10 driver • Wrist grounding strap, as explained in the safety instructions found in your enclosure does not have this bezel, skip this section. 3 Installing Enclosure Components This section explains how to unlock the bezel. 3 Push inward on the release tab on the bezel and lift it away from the...
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..., working inside the enclosure. The carriers provide some protection, but the drives and carrier connectors can be taken when handling and storing the drives. Installing and Removing the Front Bezel 1 2 3 1 bezel lock 2 release tab/interlocking notch 3 U-shaped handle 4 To replace the bezel, insert ... inside the enclosure and protecting against electrostatic discharge. This section describes how to the right. Never drop the drives. 30 Installing Enclosure Components When removing the drives from the enclosure, place them on the left side of the bezel into place in the...
..., working inside the enclosure. The carriers provide some protection, but the drives and carrier connectors can be taken when handling and storing the drives. Installing and Removing the Front Bezel 1 2 3 1 bezel lock 2 release tab/interlocking notch 3 U-shaped handle 4 To replace the bezel, insert ... inside the enclosure and protecting against electrostatic discharge. This section describes how to the right. Never drop the drives. 30 Installing Enclosure Components When removing the drives from the enclosure, place them on the left side of the bezel into place in the...
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...CAUTION: Always wear a wrist grounding strap when handling equipment with static-sensitive components. 1 Use Server Administrator to prepare the drive for removal. Installing and Removing Drives 1 2 1 carrier release mechanism 2 drive carrier handle 4 Open the drive carrier handle by rotating it downward. 5 Gently...avoid damage, never leave a drive carrier partially removed from the bottom. NOTICE: To avoid data loss when removing a drive, Dell recommends that you use Server Administrator to prepare the drive for more information. Rotating a carrier handle next to an unseated drive ...
...CAUTION: Always wear a wrist grounding strap when handling equipment with static-sensitive components. 1 Use Server Administrator to prepare the drive for removal. Installing and Removing Drives 1 2 1 carrier release mechanism 2 drive carrier handle 4 Open the drive carrier handle by rotating it downward. 5 Gently...avoid damage, never leave a drive carrier partially removed from the bottom. NOTICE: To avoid data loss when removing a drive, Dell recommends that you use Server Administrator to prepare the drive for more information. Rotating a carrier handle next to an unseated drive ...
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...cooling, each slot should contain either an active drive or a drive blank. To avoid damaging the carrier, do not overtighten. 32 Installing Enclosure Components Perform the following steps to install the new drive into the carrier: 1 If you are replacing a SAS drive in the carrier, remove the four screws that secure... it contacts the stop tab at the front of the carrier. 4 Secure the drive to the carrier using the four screws removed earlier. Installing SAS Drives in Figure 3-3. 3 From the rear of the carrier, slide the drive into the drive carrier with static-sensitive components.
...cooling, each slot should contain either an active drive or a drive blank. To avoid damaging the carrier, do not overtighten. 32 Installing Enclosure Components Perform the following steps to install the new drive into the carrier: 1 If you are replacing a SAS drive in the carrier, remove the four screws that secure... it contacts the stop tab at the front of the carrier. 4 Secure the drive to the carrier using the four screws removed earlier. Installing SAS Drives in Figure 3-3. 3 From the rear of the carrier, slide the drive into the drive carrier with static-sensitive components.
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... 33 As the drive rebuilds, the drive carrier LED flashes green twice per second at unequal intervals. Figure 3-3. NOTE: At least two drives must be installed in the Carrier 1 2 3 1 screws (4) 2 drive carrier 3 drive 5 With the drive carrier handle open, carefully align the channel on the drive carrier guide rail with the... "Troubleshooting SAS and SATA Drives." If the indicator is not illuminated, see Table 1-3 for description) will display a steady green if the drive is inserted properly. Installing the Drive in the enclosure.
... 33 As the drive rebuilds, the drive carrier LED flashes green twice per second at unequal intervals. Figure 3-3. NOTE: At least two drives must be installed in the Carrier 1 2 3 1 screws (4) 2 drive carrier 3 drive 5 With the drive carrier handle open, carefully align the channel on the drive carrier guide rail with the... "Troubleshooting SAS and SATA Drives." If the indicator is not illuminated, see Table 1-3 for description) will display a steady green if the drive is inserted properly. Installing the Drive in the enclosure.
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...holes with static-sensitive components. Remove the four screws that secure the drive to the carrier using the four screws removed earlier. Installing SATA Drives in the carrier, remove the interposer, unclipping it from the carrier. To avoid damaging the carrier, do not overtighten. 34... Installing Enclosure Components NOTICE: Always wear a wrist grounding strap when handling equipment with the carrier mounting holes marked SATA (refer to Figure 3-4). 4 ...
...holes with static-sensitive components. Remove the four screws that secure the drive to the carrier using the four screws removed earlier. Installing SATA Drives in the carrier, remove the interposer, unclipping it from the carrier. To avoid damaging the carrier, do not overtighten. 34... Installing Enclosure Components NOTICE: Always wear a wrist grounding strap when handling equipment with the carrier mounting holes marked SATA (refer to Figure 3-4). 4 ...