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Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, read the general information in Appendix C, “Notices,” on page 1 15 and see the Warranty Information document that comes with the storage subsystem. Sixth Edition (October 2009) © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2006, 2009. US Government Users Restricted Rig[...]

Contents Figures ........................... v i i T ables ............................ i x Safety ............................ x i Chapter 1. Introduction ...................... 1 Overview ........................... 1 Notices and statements in this document ................ 3 Features and operating specifications ................. 4 Models and op[...]

One dual-controller DS3200 and one storage expansion enclosure .... 3 0 One dual-controller DS3200 and two storage expansion enclosures . . . 30 One dual-controller DS3200 and three storage expansion enclosures . . . 31 Adding a storage expansion enclosure to a dual-controller configuration that is running ......................... 3 1 Upgrading a [...]

Replacing the drives one at a time ................ 8 0 Replacing a power supply ..................... 8 2 Replacing a battery ....................... 8 7 Replacing the memory cache DIMM ................. 8 9 Removing the DIMM ...................... 8 9 Installing the DIMM ...................... 9 1 Replacing the bezels ....................... 9 3 [...]

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Figures 1. Example of DS3200 serial number label, product name, and machine type and model number locations .................................. 2 2. DS3200 hot-swap drive bays and bezels ...................... 7 3. Bezel (left side) ................................ 8 4. Bezel (right side) ............................... 8 5. Rear view , single-contr[...]

50. Removing a battery unit from the controller ..................... 8 8 51. Memory cache DIMM location .......................... 8 9 52. Removing a controller ............................. 9 0 53. Removing the battery from the controller ...................... 9 0 54. Removing the DIMM from the controller ...................... 9 1 55. Installin[...]

T ables 1. Features and operating specifications ........................ 4 2. Software and firmware levels for the DS3200 storage subsystem ............. 1 2 3. DS3200 weights ............................... 1 3 4. DS3200 component weights ........................... 1 4 5. T roubleshooting ............................... 1 0 0 6. Parts listing fo[...]

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Safety Before installing this product, read the Safety Information. Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações de Segurança. Pred instal ací tohoto produkt u si prectete pr írucku bezpecnostních i nstrukcí. Læs sikkerhedsforskrifterne, før du installerer dette produkt. Lees voordat u dit product installeert eerst de veiligheidsvoo[...]

Important: Each caution and danger statement in this document is labeled with a number . This number is used to cross reference the English-language caution or danger statement with translated versions of the caution or danger statement in the IBM Systems Safety Notices document. For example, if a caution statement is labeled “D005a,” translati[...]

DANGER Rack-mounted devices are not to be used as shelves or work spaces. (L002) Safety xiii[...]

DANGER Multiple power cords. The product might be equipped with multiple power cords. T o remove all hazardous voltages, disconnect all power cords. (L003) 1 2 or ! 1 2 xiv System Storage DS3200 Storage Subsystem: Installation, User ’s, and Maintenance Guide[...]

DANGER When working on or around the system, observe the following precautions: Electrical voltage and current from power , telephone, and communication cables are hazardous. T o avoid a shock hazard: v Connect power to this unit only with the provided power cord. Do not use the provided power cord for any other product. v Do not open or service an[...]

CAUTION: or >18 kg (39.7 lb) or 18-32 kg (39.7-70.5 lb) The weight of this part or unit is between 18 and 32 kg (39.7 and 70.5 lb). It takes two persons to safely lift this part or unit. (C009) xvi System Storage DS3200 Storage Subsystem: Installation, User ’s, and Maintenance Guide[...]

Chapter 1. Introduction This chapter describes the operating specifications, features, and components of the IBM ® System Storage ™ DS3200 storage subsystem (hereafter referred to as DS3200 or storage subsystem ). This chapter also includes an inventory checklist and important information about best practices guidelines and product updates for y[...]

T o check for updates, complete the following steps: 1. Go to http://www .ibm.com/servers/storage/support/. 2. On the “Support for System Storage and T otalStorage products” page, under Select your product ,i nt h e Product family field, select Disk systems . 3. In the Product field, select IBM System Storage DS3200 . 4. Click Go . 5. Make the [...]

Use T able 9 on page 1 10 to keep a record of the hard disk drives that are installed in or attached to the DS3200. This information can be helpful when you install additional hard disk drives or if you have to report a hardware problem. Make a copy of this table before you record information in it, in case you need extra space to write new values [...]

Features and operating specifications T able 1 contains a summary of the features and operating specifications of the DS3200. Depending on your DS3200 model, some features might not be available, or some specifications might not apply . T able 1. Features and operating specifications General: v Modular components – High-capacity disk drives – R[...]

Models and optional devices The DS3200 RAID controller cache size, partitions, and other features vary depending the DS3200 model and optional devices. Contact your IBM marketing representative or authorized reseller for more information about the DS3200 models and options. Operating-system support The following operating systems are supported for [...]

6. On the “My support” page, click the Edit profile tab; then, click Subscribe to email . 7. In the menu, select Storage . 8. On the next page, select the check boxes for the following items: v Please send these documents by weekly email v Downloads and drivers v Flashes v Any other topics that you are interested in Then, click Update . 9. Clic[...]

v A storage subsystem in an optimal state should recover automatically from an unexpected shutdown and unattended simultaneous restoration of power to system components. After power is restored, call your IBM technical-support representative if any of the following conditions occur: – The storage subsystem logical drives and subsystems are not di[...]

Bezel (left side) The left bezel contains the DS3200 LEDs, as shown in the following illustration. For a description of the LEDs, see “Front LEDs” on page 53. Bezel (right side) The right bezel contains the hard disk drive identification information, as shown in the following illustration. The DS3200 supports up to twelve 3 Gbps SAS or SA T A h[...]

Attention: 1. After you remove a drive from a bay , wait 70 seconds to allow the drive to spin down before you replace or reseat the drive . Failure to do so might cause unpredictable results. 2. Never hot-swap a drive when its associated green activity LED is flashing or its associated amber fault LED is flashing. Hot-swap a drive only when its as[...]

Figure 5 shows a single-controller DS3200 without the optional SAS host port adapter installed. Figure 6 shows a dual-controller DS3200 with the optional SAS host port adapter installed in each controller . Power supply and fans The storage subsystem has two removable power-supply units. Each power-supply unit contains one power supply and two fans[...]

Figure 8 shows the airflow through the storage subsystem. Battery units Each RAID controller contains 512 MB of cache memory (or more, if you have upgraded the memory). It also contains a sealed, rechargeable lithium ion battery that maintains data in the cache for up to 3 days in the event of a power failure. Figure 9 shows the locations of the ba[...]

Software and firmware support code upgrades T o enable support for the DS3200, you must make sure that your system software and firmware are at the levels shown in T able 2, or later . Note: SA T A hard disk drive support requires that the DS3200 controller and any storage expansion enclosures are at the firmware levels listed in the following tabl[...]

Drive Enclosure v ESM firmware version Specifications The specifications of the DS3200 are listed in T able 1 on page 4. This section provides additional site specifications for the DS3200 storage subsystem. Before you install the storage subsystem, you must either make sure that your planned installation site meets these requirements or prepare th[...]

T able 3. DS3200 weights (continued) DS3200 Weight Maximum 1 Empty 2 1 Chassis with all components and 12 hard disk drives. 2 Chassis without components and hard disk drives but with front cage frame, midplane, and hard disk drive filler panels. T able 4. DS3200 component weights Unit Weight Hard disk drive 0.95 kg (2.10 lb) Power supply with fan 2[...]

The agency ratings for the DS3200 storage subsystem are 6 amps at 100 V ac and 2.5 amps at 240 V ac. These are the overall maximum operating currents for this system. AC power recovery After normal power is restored after a total ac power failure, the storage subsystem performs power-on recovery procedures automatically without operator interventio[...]

v T o correct airflow in each rack, the rack filler plates must be installed in unused positions. Also, all the gaps in the front of the racks must be sealed, including the gaps between the storage subsystems. 120 cm (48 in.) cold aisle width 244 cm (96 in.) between center lines of hot and cold aisle Perforated tiles or gratings back back T42 racks[...]

Chapter 2. Installing the storage subsystem This chapter provides the information about installing the storage subsystem into a rack cabinet. Before you begin the installation, review the safety information in “Safety” on page xi and “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 19. “Installation overview” on page 18 provides an overview [...]

If an item is missing or damaged, contact your IBM marketing representative or authorized reseller . Instructions for installing the DS3200 in a rack cabinet are provided in the Rack Installation Instructions . T o connect your DS3200 to other devices, use the following options, which must be purchased separately: v IBM IM SAS cable v IBM 3M SAS ca[...]

Attention Before you power-on the storage subsystem, it must contain at least four drives. If at least four drives are not installed in each attached storage expansion enclosure and in the DS3200 storage subsystem, when you power-on the DS3200 and its attached storage expansion enclosures, your standard storage partition key might be lost and you m[...]

v While the device is still in its static-protective package, touch it to an unpainted metal part of the system unit for at least 2 seconds. This drains static electricity from the package and from your body . v Remove the device from its package and install it directly into your system unit without setting it down. If it is necessary to set down t[...]

v Rack power jumper cords that come with the DS3200 v Rack-mounting hardware that comes with the DS3200 v SAS cables (1-meter or 3-meter) Preparing the site This section lists the floor space requirements and weight information for the DS3200. For information about interface cables and connections, see Chapter 3, “Cabling the storage subsystem,?[...]

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Chapter 3. Cabling the storage subsystem After the storage subsystem is installed in its permanent location, you must cable it to hosts, drives, and other external devices, depending on your hardware configuration. SAS controller connectors Figure 13 shows controller A, the host ports, and the drive expansion port at the rear of a single-controller[...]

Enclosure ID settings The controller automatically sets the enclosure ID number . Y ou can change the setting through the storage management software, if necessary . Both controller enclosure ID numbers are identical under normal operating conditions. The allowable range of enclosure ID settings is 0 through 99. However , for best results, do not s[...]

Attention: T o avoid damage to the SAS cables, consider the following precautions: v When you route the cable along a folding cable-management arm, leave enough slack in the cable. v Route the cable away from places where it can be damaged by other devices in the rack cabinet. v Do not put excess weight on the cable at the connection point. Make su[...]

T o remove a mini-SAS cable, complete the following steps: 1. Put one finger into the hole on the blue plastic tab on the mini-SAS connector and gently pull on the tab to release the locking mechanism. 2. As you pull on the tab, pull out the connector to remove it from the port. Connecting storage expansion enclosures to the DS3200 Attention Before[...]

System Storage DS3000 Support CD. Incorrect drive migration might cause loss of configuration and other storage subsystem problems. Contact your IBM technical-support representative for additional information. Redundant drive channel pair Each RAID controller on the DS3200 has a drive expansion channel that contains an x4 SAS port. The storage expa[...]

Overview of steps to connect storage expansion enclosures to a storage subsystem T o connect storage expansion enclosures to the storage subsystem, complete the following steps: 1. Follow the instructions in the Installation, User's, and Maintenance Guide for your storage expansion enclosure and the Rack Installation Instructions to set up and[...]

One single-controller DS3200 and one or more storage expansion enclosures T o cable one single-controller DS3200 to one or more single-ESM storage expansion enclosures, connect them as shown in Figure 19. Note: In storage expansion enclosures that are connected to a dual-controller storage subsystem, you must install the optional second ESM to supp[...]

One dual-controller DS3200 and one storage expansion enclosure T o cable one dual-controller DS3200 to one storage expansion enclosure, connect them as shown in Figure 20. One dual-controller DS3200 and two storage expansion enclosures T o cable one dual-controller DS3200 and two storage expansion enclosures, connect them as shown in Figure 21. DS3[...]

One dual-controller DS3200 and three storage expansion enclosures T o cable one dual-controller DS3200 and three storage expansion enclosures, connect them as shown in Figure 22. Adding a storage expansion enclosure to a dual-controller configuration that is running The following procedures provide instructions for adding storage expansion enclosur[...]

4. Power-on the storage expansion enclosure. 5. Connect one end of a Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) cable to the Drive expansion port on Controller A in the DS3200 storage subsystem. 6. Connect the other end of the SAS cable to the In port on the left ESM in the storage expansion enclosure. 7. Connect one end of a second SAS cable to the Drive expansio[...]

Upgrading a single-controller to a dual-controller when there is no attached EXP3000 enclosure If you are upgrading a single-controller DS3200 storage subsystem to a dual-controller DS3200 storage subsystem and there are no EXP3000 storage expansion enclosures attached to the DS3200 storage subsystem, see “Installing a controller” on page 64. U[...]

Important: 1. T o minimize security risks, do not connect the DS3200 to a public LAN or public subnet. Use a local private network for the DS3200 and the management station Ethernet connectors. 2. For proper EMI shielding, always use quality braided and shielded serial cables. 34 System Storage DS3200 Storage Subsystem: Installation, User ’s, and[...]

Connect an Ethernet cable from the management station to the Ethernet connector on controller A on the rear of the storage subsystem. For a dual-controller storage subsystem, you can connect a second Ethernet cable from the management station to the Ethernet connector on controller B. Figure 23 shows the locations of the Ethernet management connect[...]

Host-agent (in-band) management method This method requires that host-agent software be installed on the host server . The host-agent software enables the DS3000 Storage Manager client program to manage the DS3200 storage subsystem by using the same connections between the host server and the storage subsystem. Y ou must install at least one manage[...]

Installing the storage subsystem configuration Using the information from the previous sections, install the host systems and host bus adapters (HBAs). Notes: 1. See the documentation that comes with the HBAs for installation requirements and procedures. 2. Use the correct HBA device driver . For the latest supported HBAs and device drivers, go to [...]

T o connect a SAS host bus adapter (HBA) to the DS3200 storage subsystem, complete the following steps: 1. Connect a SAS cable from the DS3200 RAID controller host port to the SAS HBA that is in the host. Figure 13 on page 23 shows the location of the DS3200 host ports. 2. Create a redundant host connection: v If the DS3200 is a single-controller s[...]

The following illustration shows a direct-attached SAS connection to dual HBAs in a single-host (redundant host connection). The following illustration shows a direct-attached SAS connection to single HBAs in multiple hosts. Host system with dual host adapters DS3200 Figure 27. Single-controller direct-attached connection to dual HBAs in a single-h[...]

Direct-attached dual-controller connections The following illustration shows a direct-attached SAS connection from each controller to a single HBA in the same host (redundant host connection). Host system with dual host adapter DS3200 Figure 29. Dual-controller direct-attached connection to two HBAs in the same host (redundant host connection) 40 S[...]

The following illustration shows multiple redundant direct-attached SAS host connections. This configuration is also the configuration to use for a dual-node cluster configuration. Overview of installing an IBM BladeCenter configuration to connect to a DS3200 This section gives an overview and guidelines for installing an IBM BladeCenter configurat[...]

3. Install the IBM BladeCenter SAS Connectivity Modules in the I/O bays in BladeCenter unit. See the documentation that comes with the SAS connectivity modules for installation requirements and procedures. 4. Go to “Connecting BladeCenter hosts to the DS3200.” Connecting BladeCenter hosts to the DS3200 The dual-controller DS3200 comes with one [...]

Figure 32 shows an example of a DS3200 that is connected to one BladeCenter unit. Cabling the DS3200 power supplies T o connect the DS3200 power-supply cords, complete the following steps: 1. Connect a power cord to a power supply in the DS3200. 2. Attach the power cord to the strain relief guide that is on the underside of the power-supply handle.[...]

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Chapter 4. Operating the storage subsystem This chapter describes operating procedures for the DS3200. T o ensure optimal operation of the storage subsystem, see “Best practices guidelines” on page 6. Performing the DS3000 Health Check process The DS3000 Health Check process is a sequence of suggested actions that were developed by IBM to help [...]

4. Use the Storage Subsystem Profile or DS3000 Profile to make sure that the following functions are enabled: v For all DS3000 models, enable Media Scan both at the controller level and at the LUN level. v For all DS3000 models, enable the read/write cache. In addition, use the Storage Subsystem Profile to make sure that cache is matched between th[...]

The following procedure addresses two situations: v The entire storage subsystem has been shut down (the main circuit breakers for the rack cabinet are off). v Some storage expansion enclosures are being powered-on while others remain online (the main circuit breakers for the rack cabinet are on). Y ou might encounter this if you are adding a stora[...]

each storage enclosure powers-on, the green and amber LEDs on the front and rear of the storage expansion enclosure turn on and off intermittently . The cache battery backup self-test might take up to an additional 15 minutes to be completed. During this time, the LEDs on the front and rear of the storage subsystem might flash intermittently . 6. D[...]

Before any planned system shutdown or after any system additions, removals, or modifications (including firmware updates, logical drive creations, storage partitioning definitions, hardware changes, and so on), save the storage subsystem profile as explained in the DS3000 Storage Manager guide for the operating system. Save the profile in a locatio[...]

For example, the recovery procedure for a PF A flag (impending drive failure) on a drive varies depending on the drive status (hot spare, unassigned, RAID level, current logical drive status, and so on). Depending on the circumstances, a PF A flag on a drive can indicate a high risk of data loss (if the drive is in a RAID 0 volume) or a minimal ris[...]

Attention: Failure to observe the limitations, prerequisites, sequences, and dependencies in the readme file might result in a loss of data access. Unless the readme file contains special requirements for the sequence in which you upgrade firmware, perform firmware upgrades in the following sequence: 1. ESM firmware for the storage expansion enclos[...]

Checking the LEDs The LEDs indicate the status of the storage subsystem and components. Green LEDs indicate a normal operating status; amber LEDs (needs attention) indicate a possible failure; a blue LED on a component indicates that it is safe to remove that component. The DS3200 also has a blue system locator LED that is lit when the menu functio[...]

Front LEDs This section describes the primary LEDs and controls on the front of the DS3200 storage subsystem. Power-on LED (green) When this green LED is lit, it indicates that the power supply is turned on and is supplying both 5-volt and 12-volt dc power to the DS3200. System locator LED (blue) This blue LED can be lit by the DS3000 Storage Manag[...]

If the optional SAS host port adapter is installed in the RAID controller , the host port adapter contains two additional SAS host connectors with LEDs. SAS link service action (amber) When this LED is lit, it indicates a problem with the SAS link that requires service action. The normal condition of this LED is of f. SAS link up (green) When this [...]

T urning off the storage subsystem The DS3200 is designed to run continuously . After you turn it on, do not turn it off. T urn off the power only in the following situations: v Instructions in a hardware or software procedure require that you turn off the power . v An IBM technical-support representative instructs you to turn off the power . v A p[...]

Power-off overview Review the following information before you continue with the power-off procedure: T urn off the power to each device according to the following shutdown sequence: 1. T urn off power to the host before the storage subsystem. If the host must stay powered-on to support a network, see the operating-system documentation for informat[...]

c. When the recovery procedure is completed, click Recheck in the Recovery Guru. This action runs the Recovery Guru again to make sure that the problem is corrected. d. If the problem has not been corrected, contact your IBM technical-support representative. Do not turn off power until all problems are corrected. 5. Check the cache active LED, and [...]

v Y es: Do not continue with this procedure. Contact your IBM technical-support representative for assistance. Depending on the current service agreements, you might have to return the equipment to the factory or local service center for repair . v No: Go to step 2. Attention: T o avoid potential data loss, make sure that the storage subsystem and [...]

v An unusually high room temperature v Fan failures in the power-supply units v Defective circuitry in a power supply v Blocked air vents v Failures in other devices in the configuration or rack cabinet If a fan failure causes overheating, the system-error LED and overtemperature LEDs on the storage subsystem are lit. The fault LED on the power sup[...]

v No: Go to step 6. 6. T urn off both power switches on the DS3200 (see Figure 33 on page 47) and then power-off all connected storage expansion enclosures. W ait 1 minute and then turn on power to all connected storage expansion enclosures. While a storage expansion enclosure powers-on, the LEDs on the front and the rear of the enclosure flash int[...]

Cache memory Cache memory is memory on the RAID controller that is used for intermediate storage of read and write data on the DS3200 RAID controllers. Using cache memory can increase system performance. The data for a read operation from the host might be in the cache memory from a previous operation (thus eliminating the need to access the drive [...]

If the battery fails the learn-cycle test, the battery fault LED is lit, indicating a battery fault, and a Defect Battery error message is displayed in the event log. In the Storage Manager software, if the battery age timer indicates that the battery is 2 years old, but the battery is not reported as failed, do not call your IBM technical-support [...]

Chapter 5. Replacing components This chapter contains information about replacing the storage subsystem components. It also contains information about installing an optional SAS host port adapter in a RAID controller . Attention: Always replace a failed component as soon as possible. The Recovery Guru in the DS3000 Storage Manager software identifi[...]

3. Disconnect all attached interface cables from the failed controller . Be sure to label each cable so that you can reconnect it correctly . 4. Remove the controller from the chassis. a. On the left side of the controller , press the orange release tab to the right just enough to release the handle; then, rotate the handle upward. b. Slowly pull t[...]

4. Start the command-line interface; then, enter the following command to change controller A from simplex (single-controller) mode to duplex (dual-controller) mode: Smcli ctlr_A_IP_address -c "set storageSubsystem redundancyMode=duplex;" 5. Shut down the storage subsystem, and then start it again (see “T urning on the storage subsystem[...]

12. Make sure that all storage expansion enclosure connections with each other have been completed (see the dual-controller topologies in “DS3200 storage subsystem drive cabling topologies” on page 28); then, connect the SAS drive expansion cable from the right ESM in the last storage expansion enclosure in the chain to the drive expansion port[...]

5. Is the service action allowed LED lit? v Y es: Go to step 6. v No: Another component might require attention before you can remove the controller . Use the Recovery Guru in the DS3000 Subsystem Management window to identify and correct any additional failures. If there are none, proceed with step 6 to replace the controller . Attention: Static e[...]

1 1. Remove the battery from the failed controller . a. T urn the blue captive fastener counterclockwise until the battery can move in the direction that is indicated by the arrow . b. Slide the battery unit out of the controller in the direction that is indicated by the arrow . c. Set the battery aside. 12. If the capacity of the DIMM in the contr[...]

19. Check the LEDs on the new controller to make sure that the controller is fully operational. 20. Use the DS3000 Storage Manager Subsystem Management window to check the status of all components in the storage subsystem. v If the new controller is online and the DS3000 Storage Manager Subsystem Management window indicates normal operation, go to [...]

4. Remove the controller from the chassis. a. On the left side of the controller , press the orange release tab to the right just enough to release the handle; then, rotate the handle upward. b. Slowly pull the handle away from the chassis to remove the controller from the bay , as shown in Figure 42. c. T urn over the controller and lay it on a fl[...]

7. Align the SAS host port adapter as shown in the following illustration. Secure the front end of the adapter to the controller with the two screws that you removed in step 5 on page 70, and then tighten the two blue captive fasteners. 8. Insert the controller into the chassis: a. Slide the controller into the empty controller bay in the storage s[...]

15. V erify the state of the LEDs on the newly inserted controller . See “Controller LEDs” on page 53. Y ou can also use the DS3000 Storage Manager Subsystem Management window to identify any new faults. Do any storage subsystems have a fault (Needs Attention) status? v Y es: Click Recovery Guru in the Subsystem Management window toolbar , and [...]

Attention Before you power-on the storage subsystem, it must contain at least four drives. If at least four drives are not installed in each attached storage expansion enclosure and in the DS3200 storage subsystem, when you power-on the DS3200 and its attached storage expansion enclosures, your standard storage partition key might be lost and you m[...]

Removing a hard disk drive T o remove a hot-swap hard disk drive, complete the following steps. Note: The hard disk drive comes installed in a drive tray . Do not attempt to detach the drive from the tray . 1. Use T able 9 on page 1 10 to record the location and identify the hard disk drives. Record this information so that you can replace the hard[...]

Installing a hard disk drive Except during the DS3200 storage subsystem initial power-on, you can add hard disk drives while the storage subsystem is turned on and running. T o install hot-swap hard disk drives in the storage subsystem, complete the following steps. Attention: After you remove a drive, wait 70 seconds to allow the drive to spin dow[...]

This includes transmission problems between the host controllers and the drives. This section explains how to replace a failed hard disk drive. Note: If you want to remove a hard disk drive that is not in a failed or bypass state, always use the Storage Manager software either to place the drive in a failed state or to place the array that is assoc[...]

8. Make sure that the drive is shown in the DS3000 Storage Manager Subsystem Management window . Note: If you are replacing more than one hard disk drive, replace only one drive at a time. Replacing multiple drives This section provides guidelines for upgrading the drives in the storage subsystem. Read the software documentation and this entire sec[...]

v Which method most closely matches the recommended drive upgrade procedure that is provided in the operating-system or storage-management software documentation. v Which RAID level is used on the affected drives (RAID 0 requires you to replace all the drives at the same time). v How much downtime is acceptable as you swap the drives. v The number [...]

Attention: When you handle static-sensitive devices, take precautions to avoid damage from static electricity . For details about handling static-sensitive devices, see “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 19. 4. Unpack the new drives. Set the drives on a dry , level surface away from magnetic fields. Save the packing material and docume[...]

enclosures, turn on the power-supply switches on the rear of the storage subsystem. Y ou must turn on both power-supply switches to take advantage of the redundant power supplies. 10. Check the green drive activity LEDs and the amber drive fault LEDs above the new drives. Make sure that the drive activity LEDs are lit and the drive fault LEDs are o[...]

Set the drives on a dry , level surface away from magnetic fields. Save the packing material and documentation in case you have to return the drives. 5. Use the DS3000 Storage Manager software to make sure that the array that was defined using these drives is in Optimal (not Degraded) state before you manually fail the first drive that you want to [...]

9. When reconstruction is finished on the new drive, repeat step 5 on page 81 through step 8 on page 81 for each additional drive that you want to install. 10. Use the DS3000 Storage Manager software to configure the additional space on the new drives. Replacing a power supply (L003) 1 2 or ! 1 2 The power-supply unit is a component that includes a[...]

is optimal (no overheating has occurred, all electrical receptacles are working, and so on). For more information, see “Restoring power after an unexpected shutdown” on page 57. If both power supplies fail or if the power supplies cannot maintain an internal temperature below 70°C (158°F), the power supplies in the storage subsystem will auto[...]

labels on the power supply to mark the LEDs correctly . The label sheet contains the peel-off labels that you actually place on the power supply . 5. Using the information on the instruction sheet, place the labels on the power supply to correctly mark the LEDs. 6. T urn off the power switch on the new unit. 7. Check the fault LED to locate the fai[...]

DANGER When working on or around the system, observe the following precautions: Electrical voltage and current from power , telephone, and communication cables are hazardous. T o avoid a shock hazard: v Connect power to this unit only with the provided power cord. Do not use the provided power cord for any other product. v Do not open or service an[...]

10. On the left side of the power supply , press the orange release tab to the right just enough to release the handle; then, rotate the handle downward. 1 1. Slowly pull the handle away from the chassis to remove the power-supply unit, as shown in Figure 48. 12. Place the power-supply unit on a level surface. 13. Slide the new power-supply unit in[...]

v Make sure that the power cord is working and fully seated into the electrical receptacle and the power supply ac connector . v Reinstall the power-supply unit. If these tasks do not solve the problem, contact your IBM technical-support representative. 20. Complete any remaining Recovery Guru procedures, if needed. 21. Check the status of each com[...]

4. Remove the controller from the chassis. a. On the left side of the controller , press the orange release tab to the right just enough to release the handle; then, rotate the handle upward. b. Slowly pull the handle away from the chassis to remove the controller from the bay , as shown in Figure 49. c. Place the controller on a level surface. 5. [...]

8. Insert the controller into the chassis: a. Slide the controller into the empty controller bay in the storage subsystem. Make sure that the handle is pulled straight out as you slide the controller into the bay . b. Make sure that the guide pins on the side of the controller fit into the notches on the DS3200 chassis. See Figure 49 on page 88. c.[...]

2. Remove the controller from the chassis. a. On the left side of the controller , press the orange release tab to the right just enough to release the handle; then, rotate the handle upward. b. Slowly pull the handle away from the chassis to remove the controller from the bay . c. Place the controller on a level surface. 3. Remove the battery from[...]

4. Remove the DIMM from the connector . a. W ait 60 seconds before you proceed, to allow any residual charge to drain from the controller . b. Open the retaining clip on each end of the DIMM connector . c. Lift the DIMM out of the connector . 5. If the DIMM is functional (not failed), place the DIMM in a static-protective package until you are read[...]

7. If you are installing the DIMM as part of replacing a controller , return to step 13 on page 68. Otherwise, continue to step 8. 8. Reinstall the battery: a. Slide the battery into the controller until the battery connector pins are firmly seated in the controller battery connector . b. T urn the captive fastener clockwise to secure the battery i[...]

Replacing the bezels The left bezel contains the LEDs; the right bezel contains the hard disk drive identification information. See the illustrations in “Disk drives and bezels” on page 7. Removing the bezels T o remove either the left or right bezel, complete the following steps: 1. If the DS3200 is on a table or other flat surface, elevate th[...]

Replacing the release tab on a controller or power supply The miscellaneous hardware kit contains two replacement release tabs: one for a power supply and one for a controller or controller filler panel. Obtain a miscellaneous hardware kit if you have to replace a release tab (see T able 6 on page 106). Before you replace a release tab, read the fo[...]

4. Close the handle to move it out of the way . The following illustration shows how to remove the release tab on a power supply . 5. Use a #1 or #0 Phillips screwdriver to remove the screw that secures the release tab to the controller or power supply; then, remove the release tab. Save the screw to install the new release tab. 6. Insert the align[...]

The following illustration shows a drive compatibility key . T o replace a drive compatibility key , complete the following steps: 1. Read the safety information that begins on page xi and “Best practices guidelines” on page 6. 2. T urn off the DS3200, or wait until the DS3200 is shut down for maintenance. 3. Remove the three hard disk drives t[...]

flush with the side wall, the tab is covered, and the front of the key extends approximately 1 mm [0.04 in.] in front of the short metal upper guide). 6. Reinstall the hard disk drives in the bays from which they were removed. See “Replacing a hot-swap hard disk drive” on page 75. 7. If you turned off the DS3200 in step 2 on page 96, turn it on[...]

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Chapter 6. Solving problems This chapter contains information to help you solve some of the simpler problems that you might have with the storage subsystem. It describes the problem indicators, error messages, and suggested actions. For instructions for obtaining service and technical assistance for the storage subsystem and other IBM products, see[...]

T able 5. T roubleshooting Problem indicator Component Possible cause Possible solutions Amber LED is lit Drive (drive fault LED) Drive failure Replace the failed drive. Drive uncertified V erify the drive and part number to make sure that it is supported by the DS3200. (See http://www .ibm.com/systems/ storage/disk/ds3000/ds3200/.) RAID controller[...]

T able 5. T roubleshooting (continued) Problem indicator Component Possible cause Possible solutions Amber and green LEDs are lit Power supply (fault and power LEDs are lit) Power supply failure Replace the failed power supply . All amber and green LEDs are slowly flashing All drives (activity and fault LEDs are not lit) Check for and solve one of [...]

T able 5. T roubleshooting (continued) Problem indicator Component Possible cause Possible solutions Green LED is flashing slowly (once every 2 seconds) Drives The DS3200 was not powered-on, or all SAS connections between the storage expansion enclosures and the DS3200 storage subsystem have failed. Perform one of the following actions: v Power-on [...]

T able 5. T roubleshooting (continued) Problem indicator Component Possible cause Possible solutions Hard disk drive is not visible in the Storage Manager software Several components Drive failure Replace the failed drive or drives. SAS cable failed Replace the SAS cable. RAID controller failure Replace RAID controller . Midplane failure Replace th[...]

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Chapter 7. Parts listing, DS3200 storage subsystem The replaceable components that are available for the DS3200 storage subsystem are described in this chapter . T o check for an updated parts listing on the W eb, complete the following steps: 1. Go to http://www .ibm.com/servers/storage/support/. 2. On the “Support for System Storage and T otalS[...]

T able 6. Parts listing for DS3200 Index Description CRU part number (Tier 1) CRU part number (Tier 2) FRU part number 1 Chassis and midplane assembly 39R6545 2 Bezel kit - chassis 39R6546 3 Filler panel, hard disk drive 39M4375 4 Hard disk drive varies 5 2U rail kit 39R6550 6 Power supply , ac 42C2140 7 Filler panel, controller 39R6548 8 SAS host [...]

For units intended to be operated at 1 15 volts: Use a UL-listed and CSA-certified cord set consisting of a minimum 18 AWG, T ype SVT or SJT , three-conductor cord, a maximum of 15 feet in length and a parallel blade, grounding-type attachment plug rated 15 amperes, 125 volts. For units intended to be operated at 230 volts (U.S. use): Use a UL-list[...]

T able 7. IBM power cords (continued) IBM power cord part number Used in these countries and regions 39M5165 Chile, Italy , Libyan Arab Jamahiriya 39M5172 Israel 39M5095 220 - 240 V Antigua and Barbuda, Aruba, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Bolivia, Brazil, Caicos Islands, Canada, Cayman Islands, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominican Republic,[...]

Appendix A. Records Whenever you add optional devices to the DS3200, be sure to update the information in this appendix. Accurate, up-to-date records make it easier to add other devices and provide needed data whenever you contact your IBM technical-support representative. Identification numbers Record and retain the following information. T able 8[...]

Hard disk drive locations Use T able 9 to keep a record of the hard disk drives that are installed in or attached to the DS3200. This information can be helpful when you install additional hard disk drives or if you have to report a hardware problem. Make a copy of this table before you record information in it, in case you need extra space to writ[...]

Storage subsystem and controller information record T able 10 provides a data sheet for recording storage subsystem names, management types, Ethernet hardware addresses, and IP addresses. Make a copy of this table and complete the information for your storage subsystems and controllers. Use the information to set up the BOOTP table for the network [...]

T able 1 1 shows a sample information record. This network contains storage subsystems that are managed by using both the direct-management and host-agent-management method. T able 1 1. Sample information record Storage subsystem name Management method Controller Ethernet and IP addresses, and host name Host IP address and host name Controller A Co[...]

Appendix B. Getting help and technical assistance If you need help, service, or technical assistance or just want more information about IBM products, you will find a wide variety of sources available from IBM to assist you. This section contains information about where to go for additional information about IBM and IBM products, what to do if you [...]

Y ou can find service information for IBM systems and optional devices at http://www .ibm.com/systems/support/. Software service and support Through IBM Support Line, you can get telephone assistance, for a fee, with usage, configuration, and software problems with System x and xSeries servers, BladeCenter products, IntelliStation workstations, and[...]

Appendix C. Notices This information was developed for products and services offered in the U.S.A. IBM may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in other countries. Consult your local IBM representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to an IBM product, [...]

Adobe and PostScript are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries. Cell Broadband Engine is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment, Inc., in the United States, other countries, or both and is used under license therefrom. Intel, Intel Xeon, Itanium, and Pentium are trad[...]

Some software might differ from its retail version (if available) and might not include user manuals or all program functionality . Particulate contamination Attention: Airborne particulates (including metal flakes or particles) and reactive gases acting alone or in combination with other environmental factors such as humidity or temperature might [...]

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European Union EMC Directive conformance statement This product is in conformity with the protection requirements of EU Council Directive 2004/108/EC on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility . IBM cannot accept responsibility for any failure to satisfy the protection requirements resulting from[...]

IBM verändert bzw . wenn Erweiterungskomponenten von Fremdherstellern ohne Empfehlung der IBM gesteckt/eingebaut werden. EN 55022 Klasse A Geräte müssen mit folgendem W arnhinweis versehen werden: “W arnung: Dieses ist eine Einrichtung der Klasse A. Diese Einrichtung kann im Wohnbereich Funk-Störungen verursachen; in diesem Fall kann vom Betr[...]

Index A ac power LED 52 ac power recovery 15 ac power supply specifications 4 accessible documentation 1 17 activity LED, hard disk drive 53 airflow 10, 15 area requirements 13 assistance, getting 1 13 attention notices 3 B battery LEDs 1 1, 61 overview 1 1 replacing 61, 87 bays, drive 7 best practices 6 bezels drive labels 8 LEDs 8, 53 replacing 9[...]

enclosure ID (continued) setting 24 environmental specifications 4 Ethernet cabling 19 connection to management station 33 connectors 9, 35 F fault LED battery 1 1, 53 hard disk drive 73 power supply 52 FCC Class A notice 1 18 features and operating specifications 4 field replaceable units (FRUs) 105 filler panels 72 firmware levels, determining 12[...]

notices (continued) FCC, Class A 1 18 safety and caution xi notices and statements 3 numbers, enclosure ID 9 O operating specifications 4 out-of-band management method 36 overheating, power supplies 58 overview of the product 1 P part numbers, power cords 107 particulate contamination 1 17 parts listing 105 planned shutdown, powering off 55 power c[...]

storage subsystem (continued) sample information record 1 12 startup sequence 46 troubleshooting 51 turning off 55 turning on 46 storage subsystem configuration, installing 37 storage subsystem profile 6 support, web site 1 13 T telephone numbers 1 14 temperature and humidity 14 temperature specifications 4 temperature, maximum 58 trademarks 1 15 t[...]

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