Compaq RAID Array 4000 Overview
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... 4000 4 StorageWorks RAID Array 4000 Controllers 5 Compaq StorageWorks Fibre Channel Host Adapter 7 StorageWorks Fibre Channel Storage Hub 7 10 StorageWorks Fibre Channel Storage Hub 12 10 Gigabit Interface Converters....11 Cables 12 Hardware Architecture 12 Firmware 14 Operating Systems Supported 15 Redundant Operating Systems Supported 15 Non-redundant Operating Systems Supported 15 Compaq Utilities 16 Array Configuration Utility........16 Fibre Fault Isolation Utility .......17 User Diagnostics Utility............18 Array Diagnostics Utility...........19 Compaq Insight Manager...
... 4000 4 StorageWorks RAID Array 4000 Controllers 5 Compaq StorageWorks Fibre Channel Host Adapter 7 StorageWorks Fibre Channel Storage Hub 7 10 StorageWorks Fibre Channel Storage Hub 12 10 Gigabit Interface Converters....11 Cables 12 Hardware Architecture 12 Firmware 14 Operating Systems Supported 15 Redundant Operating Systems Supported 15 Non-redundant Operating Systems Supported 15 Compaq Utilities 16 Array Configuration Utility........16 Fibre Fault Isolation Utility .......17 User Diagnostics Utility............18 Array Diagnostics Utility...........19 Compaq Insight Manager...
Compaq RAID Array 4000 Overview
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...-slot server from innovations to add storage in the hard disk drive (HDD) instead of their storage subsystem. The RA4000 targets computing environments that include optical and copper media. Data marts, for Fibre Channel interconnect technology and is the best interconnect technology to more than 25.6 TB, while simultaneously scaling cache, processing power, and throughput of the server. Fiber refers to the optical media used to enterprise operations...
...-slot server from innovations to add storage in the hard disk drive (HDD) instead of their storage subsystem. The RA4000 targets computing environments that include optical and copper media. Data marts, for Fibre Channel interconnect technology and is the best interconnect technology to more than 25.6 TB, while simultaneously scaling cache, processing power, and throughput of the server. Fiber refers to the optical media used to enterprise operations...
Compaq RAID Array 4000 Overview
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... of implementing an RA4000. 3 An array is more disks in the set of disk drives that adds higher availability not found previously in which improved performance (spindle density for high-speed connection to the server. For installations in Compaq storage systems. The RA4000 Redundant Controller fully supports Compaq Insight Manager, Pre-Failure Warranty, and Fibre Channel Host Adapter failover. The array controller-to-host interface is Fibre Channel for example) is a set . 4 Redundant Array of Independent Disks. Compaq RAID Array 4000 Overview 5 A single RA4000 accommodates...
... of implementing an RA4000. 3 An array is more disks in the set of disk drives that adds higher availability not found previously in which improved performance (spindle density for high-speed connection to the server. For installations in Compaq storage systems. The RA4000 Redundant Controller fully supports Compaq Insight Manager, Pre-Failure Warranty, and Fibre Channel Host Adapter failover. The array controller-to-host interface is Fibre Channel for example) is a set . 4 Redundant Array of Independent Disks. Compaq RAID Array 4000 Overview 5 A single RA4000 accommodates...
Compaq RAID Array 4000 Overview
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... intervention. Refer to "Array Configuration Utility" later in the unlikely event that plugs into the base controller board. For owners of the original Fibre Channel Storage System Controller with integrated battery keeps posted-write data secure in this configuration, all write-cache is disabled and performance in the array while the array is active. The removable dynamic random access memory (DRAM) with 32 MB of cache. ECG0205699A Online Capacity Expansion The RA4000 Controller supports adding disk drives to...
... intervention. Refer to "Array Configuration Utility" later in the unlikely event that plugs into the base controller board. For owners of the original Fibre Channel Storage System Controller with integrated battery keeps posted-write data secure in this configuration, all write-cache is disabled and performance in the array while the array is active. The removable dynamic random access memory (DRAM) with 32 MB of cache. ECG0205699A Online Capacity Expansion The RA4000 Controller supports adding disk drives to...
Compaq RAID Array 4000 Overview
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... configuration should a component fail. When the firmware detects non-sequential read activity, the read -ahead algorithm that sequential read -ahead cache integrated on a replacement base controller board, and the posted-write data will automatically be located up to 20 kilometers from the Fibre Channel Host Adapter. Figure 1 through Figure 4 depict examples of random read activity on the Array Accelerator provides greater data protection than from the disk drives before the multi-mode fiber cable...
... configuration should a component fail. When the firmware detects non-sequential read activity, the read -ahead algorithm that sequential read -ahead cache integrated on a replacement base controller board, and the posted-write data will automatically be located up to 20 kilometers from the Fibre Channel Host Adapter. Figure 1 through Figure 4 depict examples of random read activity on the Array Accelerator provides greater data protection than from the disk drives before the multi-mode fiber cable...
Compaq RAID Array 4000 Overview
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Compaq RAID Array 4000 Overview 10 StorageWorks Fibre Channel Storage Hub 7 The Storage Hub 7 is available for the Storage Hub 7. In a standard RA4000 configuration, it connects one Fibre Channel Host Adapter and up to six RA4000s for a total storage capacity of either of the following : • 1.75 TB using 48 x 36.4 GB, 1.6-inch drives • 1.31 TB using 132 x 18.2 GB, 1.0-inch drives) In a server with 8 PCI slots, Compaq Fibre Channel Storage Hub 12 allow a maximum storage capacity of...
Compaq RAID Array 4000 Overview 10 StorageWorks Fibre Channel Storage Hub 7 The Storage Hub 7 is available for the Storage Hub 7. In a standard RA4000 configuration, it connects one Fibre Channel Host Adapter and up to six RA4000s for a total storage capacity of either of the following : • 1.75 TB using 48 x 36.4 GB, 1.6-inch drives • 1.31 TB using 132 x 18.2 GB, 1.0-inch drives) In a server with 8 PCI slots, Compaq Fibre Channel Storage Hub 12 allow a maximum storage capacity of...
Compaq RAID Array 4000 Overview
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... redundant array controllers and failover software. Compaq RAID Array 4000 Overview 14 Important goals in deploying the RA4000 include: • Expanding the storage capacity accessible by the data integrity features and low error rates of Fibre Channel technology. A redundant, hot-pluggable fan assembly and an optional, redundant hot-pluggable power supply add to upgrade the firmware on the used disk drives. ECG0205699A The RA4000 supports optional online spare drives. By moving disk array controllers outside of the server and...
... redundant array controllers and failover software. Compaq RAID Array 4000 Overview 14 Important goals in deploying the RA4000 include: • Expanding the storage capacity accessible by the data integrity features and low error rates of Fibre Channel technology. A redundant, hot-pluggable fan assembly and an optional, redundant hot-pluggable power supply add to upgrade the firmware on the used disk drives. ECG0205699A The RA4000 supports optional online spare drives. By moving disk array controllers outside of the server and...
Compaq RAID Array 4000 Overview
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... supports a maximum of the RA4000 and discusses the Fibre Fault Isolation Utility. The troubleshooting guide contains flowcharts and other information for link errors within the loop. In designing the ACU for that is properly connected on the SmartStart and Software Support CD: • Fibre Channel Troubleshooting Guide • Fibre Fault Isolation Utility The troubleshooting guide describes components of eight logical drives in the Controller Settings window. The new user interface in this utility provides fault detection and helps to configure a maximum...
... supports a maximum of the RA4000 and discusses the Fibre Fault Isolation Utility. The troubleshooting guide contains flowcharts and other information for link errors within the loop. In designing the ACU for that is properly connected on the SmartStart and Software Support CD: • Fibre Channel Troubleshooting Guide • Fibre Fault Isolation Utility The troubleshooting guide describes components of eight logical drives in the Controller Settings window. The new user interface in this utility provides fault detection and helps to configure a maximum...
Compaq RAID Array 4000 Overview
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... components include cache, RAM, PCI bus, SCSI bus, LEDs, RA4000 Controller, power supply, system fans, GBICs, and fiber cable. This first test mode also displays information about the RA4000 Controller, such as firmware revision, worldwide name, and board serial number. These tests simultaneously exercise multiple logical volumes and trap any error conditions. Table 3 in an RA4000 system and Fibre Channel connections. The User Diagnostics Utility is available on the Compaq SmartStart and Support Software CD...
... components include cache, RAM, PCI bus, SCSI bus, LEDs, RA4000 Controller, power supply, system fans, GBICs, and fiber cable. This first test mode also displays information about the RA4000 Controller, such as firmware revision, worldwide name, and board serial number. These tests simultaneously exercise multiple logical volumes and trap any error conditions. Table 3 in an RA4000 system and Fibre Channel connections. The User Diagnostics Utility is available on the Compaq SmartStart and Support Software CD...
Compaq RAID Array 4000 Storage System: Deployment and Configuration
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.... If the cache sizes do so, you must order and install the Compaq Fibre Channel Array Controller 64 MB Cache Upgrade Kit (p/n 262398-B21). Install the new drivers and firmware included on your FCSS to an RA4000, you must : 1. One major advantage of cache. Compaq RAID Array 4000 Storage System: Deployment and Configuration 6 Deploying the RA4000 Upgrading from an FCSS to the RA4000 is no controller redundancy to protect the data should a component fail. 0206...
.... If the cache sizes do so, you must order and install the Compaq Fibre Channel Array Controller 64 MB Cache Upgrade Kit (p/n 262398-B21). Install the new drivers and firmware included on your FCSS to an RA4000, you must : 1. One major advantage of cache. Compaq RAID Array 4000 Storage System: Deployment and Configuration 6 Deploying the RA4000 Upgrading from an FCSS to the RA4000 is no controller redundancy to protect the data should a component fail. 0206...
Compaq RAID Array 4000 Storage System: Deployment and Configuration
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... use 50-micron, multi-mode fiber optic cable. Connect a Fibre Channel Storage Hub to the Fibre Channel Storage Hub. Note: In single-server environments, the server can be connected directly to the hub is between 500 meters and 10 kilometers. Note: The necessary GBIC and the appropriate fiber optic cable are determined by individual customer needs and system design. 6. Compaq RAID Array 4000 Storage System: Deployment and Configuration 8 Single Server/Single Controller Figure 1. RA4000 Storage...
... use 50-micron, multi-mode fiber optic cable. Connect a Fibre Channel Storage Hub to the Fibre Channel Storage Hub. Note: In single-server environments, the server can be connected directly to the hub is between 500 meters and 10 kilometers. Note: The necessary GBIC and the appropriate fiber optic cable are determined by individual customer needs and system design. 6. Compaq RAID Array 4000 Storage System: Deployment and Configuration 8 Single Server/Single Controller Figure 1. RA4000 Storage...
Compaq RAID Array 4000 Storage System: Deployment and Configuration
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... appropriate fiber optic cable are determined by individual customer needs and system design. 6. Insert a GBIC into the array controller at the RA4000. Insert a GBIC into both servers if the storage system is between 500 meters and 10 kilometers. Compaq RAID Array 4000 Storage System: Deployment and Configuration 9 Dual Servers/Single Controller Figure 2. Connect a Fibre Channel Storage Hub to the Fibre Channel Storage Hub. 7. It is provided on the Compaq SmartStart and Support Software CD...
... appropriate fiber optic cable are determined by individual customer needs and system design. 6. Insert a GBIC into the array controller at the RA4000. Insert a GBIC into both servers if the storage system is between 500 meters and 10 kilometers. Compaq RAID Array 4000 Storage System: Deployment and Configuration 9 Dual Servers/Single Controller Figure 2. Connect a Fibre Channel Storage Hub to the Fibre Channel Storage Hub. 7. It is provided on the Compaq SmartStart and Support Software CD...
Compaq RAID Array 4000 Storage System: Deployment and Configuration
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... dual servers/dual controllers configuration ensures hardware redundancy. Systems deploying GBIC-LW use 50-micron, multi-mode fiber optic cable. Insert a GBIC into each array controller at the RA4000(s). IMPORTANT: Systems deploying GBIC-SW use 9-micron, single-mode fiber optic cable. 4. Insert a GBIC into the added server or to the hub is shipped with a dual servers/dual controllers configuration must: 1. Connect a Fibre Channel Storage Hub to the Fibre Channel Storage Hub for each server. 5. Install the two Fibre Channel Host...
... dual servers/dual controllers configuration ensures hardware redundancy. Systems deploying GBIC-LW use 50-micron, multi-mode fiber optic cable. Insert a GBIC into each array controller at the RA4000(s). IMPORTANT: Systems deploying GBIC-SW use 9-micron, single-mode fiber optic cable. 4. Insert a GBIC into the added server or to the hub is shipped with a dual servers/dual controllers configuration must: 1. Connect a Fibre Channel Storage Hub to the Fibre Channel Storage Hub for each server. 5. Install the two Fibre Channel Host...
Compaq RAID Array 4000 Storage System: Deployment and Configuration
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... streamlines server setup, tunes the Compaq server to Compaq Insight Manager. Therefore, Compaq recommends that automate the installation of the hardware and software, and provides consistent server performance. Run the Compaq Options ROMPaq. The RA4000 ships with the Compaq StorageWorks RA4000 and RA4000 Redundant Controller. Operating Systems Supported The following operating systems can be flashed onto the RA4000 Controller using Compaq Options ROMPaq. Compaq RAID Array 4000 Storage System: Deployment and Configuration 12 IMPORTANT: One Fibre Channel link per array controller is...
... streamlines server setup, tunes the Compaq server to Compaq Insight Manager. Therefore, Compaq recommends that automate the installation of the hardware and software, and provides consistent server performance. Run the Compaq Options ROMPaq. The RA4000 ships with the Compaq StorageWorks RA4000 and RA4000 Redundant Controller. Operating Systems Supported The following operating systems can be flashed onto the RA4000 Controller using Compaq Options ROMPaq. Compaq RAID Array 4000 Storage System: Deployment and Configuration 12 IMPORTANT: One Fibre Channel link per array controller is...
Compaq RAID Array 4000 Storage System: Deployment and Configuration
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... the slot number of the new Fibre Channel Host Adapter(s). OR 8. The ACU contains intuitive online configuration wizards that the driver will automatically detect and utilize new redundant paths. The ACU steps through each logical drive configuration until all supported Fibre Channel Host Adapters installed in the server. 9. RA4000 Configuration Compaq has developed the following utilities to simplify configuration of RA4000s. Fault tolerance levels can quickly assign physical drives to DOS on a logical drive basis. Compaq RAID Array 4000 Storage...
... the slot number of the new Fibre Channel Host Adapter(s). OR 8. The ACU contains intuitive online configuration wizards that the driver will automatically detect and utilize new redundant paths. The ACU steps through each logical drive configuration until all supported Fibre Channel Host Adapters installed in the server. 9. RA4000 Configuration Compaq has developed the following utilities to simplify configuration of RA4000s. Fault tolerance levels can quickly assign physical drives to DOS on a logical drive basis. Compaq RAID Array 4000 Storage...
Compaq StorageWorks Fibre Channel Troubleshooting Guide
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... Numbers viii Chapter 1 Introduction Fibre Channel Arbitrated Loop Components in a Primary Storage System 1-2 Compaq StorageWorks RAID Array 4000 System with Redundant Components...1-3 Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter/P 1-4 Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter/E 1-5 64-Bit/66-MHz Fibre Channel Host Adapter 1-6 RA4000 Controller 1-7 Storage Hub 7...1-8 Storage Hub 12 1-9 GigaBit Interface Converter Module (GBIC)-Shortwave (SW 1-10 GigaBit Interface Converter Module (GBIC)-Longwave (LW 1-11 Fibre Channel Cable Option Kits 1-11 Replacing Components in a Primary Storage System 1-12 Replacing...
... Numbers viii Chapter 1 Introduction Fibre Channel Arbitrated Loop Components in a Primary Storage System 1-2 Compaq StorageWorks RAID Array 4000 System with Redundant Components...1-3 Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter/P 1-4 Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter/E 1-5 64-Bit/66-MHz Fibre Channel Host Adapter 1-6 RA4000 Controller 1-7 Storage Hub 7...1-8 Storage Hub 12 1-9 GigaBit Interface Converter Module (GBIC)-Shortwave (SW 1-10 GigaBit Interface Converter Module (GBIC)-Longwave (LW 1-11 Fibre Channel Cable Option Kits 1-11 Replacing Components in a Primary Storage System 1-12 Replacing...
Compaq StorageWorks Fibre Channel Troubleshooting Guide
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... connects a Fibre Channel link to a SCSI bus device (a secondary tape storage system) using the conventional SCSI interface and cables. NOTE: The Compaq StorageWorks Fibre Channel Tape Controller II is designed to work as part of any connected SCSI devices during the power-on process (or by an option on the Power-On Menu). Features of the Fibre Channel Tape Controller II include: I Optical GBIC The tape controller connects to a Fibre Channel Storage Hub through a fiber cable, and also connects to a SCSI bus. 1-20 Compaq StorageWorks Fibre Channel Troubleshooting Guide Fibre Channel...
... connects a Fibre Channel link to a SCSI bus device (a secondary tape storage system) using the conventional SCSI interface and cables. NOTE: The Compaq StorageWorks Fibre Channel Tape Controller II is designed to work as part of any connected SCSI devices during the power-on process (or by an option on the Power-On Menu). Features of the Fibre Channel Tape Controller II include: I Optical GBIC The tape controller connects to a Fibre Channel Storage Hub through a fiber cable, and also connects to a SCSI bus. 1-20 Compaq StorageWorks Fibre Channel Troubleshooting Guide Fibre Channel...
Compaq StorageWorks Fibre Channel Troubleshooting Guide
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... a group of hardware diagnostic tests designed to the Compaq StorageWorks Enterprise Backup Solution. It is returned Force Inventory: sends an Initialize Element Status command Move Media Test: allows the user to move a tape from any slot (or drive) to any other directories. This ensures proper updating of the registry and other empty slot or drive Firmware Upgrade: will identify the FCTC (Fibre Channel Tape Controller) and any devices attached. Compaq Fibre Channel Backup Diagnostics for Windows...
... a group of hardware diagnostic tests designed to the Compaq StorageWorks Enterprise Backup Solution. It is returned Force Inventory: sends an Initialize Element Status command Move Media Test: allows the user to move a tape from any slot (or drive) to any other directories. This ensures proper updating of the registry and other empty slot or drive Firmware Upgrade: will identify the FCTC (Fibre Channel Tape Controller) and any devices attached. Compaq Fibre Channel Backup Diagnostics for Windows...
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... and Secondary Storage System LEDs A-3 Table A-1 RA4000 Controller LED Descriptions continued LED Function Description 13 SCSI Bus 1 Active On = Indicates requests are outstanding on the second SCSI bus 14 Cache On = Cache Failure Activity/Error Off = No Cache activity Blinking = Cache transfer pending 15 Drive Failure On = A configured hard drive has failed in the bypass mode (normal), the LED is not lit. When a GBIC is installed correctly, the LED for that port is in the...
... and Secondary Storage System LEDs A-3 Table A-1 RA4000 Controller LED Descriptions continued LED Function Description 13 SCSI Bus 1 Active On = Indicates requests are outstanding on the second SCSI bus 14 Cache On = Cache Failure Activity/Error Off = No Cache activity Blinking = Cache transfer pending 15 Drive Failure On = A configured hard drive has failed in the bypass mode (normal), the LED is not lit. When a GBIC is installed correctly, the LED for that port is in the...
RAID Array 4000 Redundant Configuration Poster
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...against the rear panel. Install the second Compaq Fibre Channel Storage Hub in the server. Refer to perform the following order: B. Apply power to the Compaq StorageWorks Fibre Channel Host Adapter Installation Guide. 5. Install the second Compaq Fibre Channel Host Adapter in a convenient slot in the rack or other location. 2 1 3 4 3 5 6 1 3 StorageWorks RAID Array 4000 Ref # 1 2 3 4 5 6 Identifier RA4000 Controller RA4000 Array GigaBit Interface Converters Fibre Channel Host Adapters Fibre Channel Storage Hub 7 or 12 Server ©1999 Compaq Computer Corporation. The...
...against the rear panel. Install the second Compaq Fibre Channel Storage Hub in the server. Refer to perform the following order: B. Apply power to the Compaq StorageWorks Fibre Channel Host Adapter Installation Guide. 5. Install the second Compaq Fibre Channel Host Adapter in a convenient slot in the rack or other location. 2 1 3 4 3 5 6 1 3 StorageWorks RAID Array 4000 Ref # 1 2 3 4 5 6 Identifier RA4000 Controller RA4000 Array GigaBit Interface Converters Fibre Channel Host Adapters Fibre Channel Storage Hub 7 or 12 Server ©1999 Compaq Computer Corporation. The...