Huge Systems MediaVault U320-RX User manual

Document number 800009 rev C2.
Huge MediaVault
U320-RX
User’s Guide
Rack Mount
Tower

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Copyright ©2003,2004, Huge Systems Inc.
All rights reserved. Printed in the U.S.A.
HMV U320-RX Max, HMV U320-RX DualMax, HMV U320-R, Huge MediaVault Max,
Huge HMV U320, Huge Systems name and logo are registered trademarks of Huge Systems Inc.
All other trademarks are the property of their respective holders.
Specifications and procedures in this document are subject to change without notice.
Published by: Huge Systems Inc.

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Table of Contents
Thank You................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Features and benefits............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 4
Important Safety Considerations (English)..........................................................................................................................................................................5
Les Considérations importantes de Sûreté (French)............................................................................................................................................................6
Wichtige Sicherheitsberücksichtigungen (German)............................................................................................................................................................6
Agency Approvals................................................................................................................................................................................................................7
Model Numbering................................................................................................................................................................................................................7
Specifications....................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Technical Support.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................7
Serviceability........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 7
Firmware Update..................................................................................................................................................................................................................7
Getting Started ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................8
Unpacking ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 8
Check List ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................8
Editing System Requirements..............................................................................................................................................................................................8
Hardware Installation and configuration ....................................................................................................................................................................................9
Rack Mounting..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Tower Configuration............................................................................................................................................................................................................9
SCSI Host Adapters ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................10
Rear View...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................11
POWER IN.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................11
POWER SWITCH ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 11
REMOVABLE POWER SUPPLIES.................................................................................................................................................................................11
SCSI ID.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 11
MODE Selection (RAID Level) ........................................................................................................................................................................................12
Double Beep................................................................................................................................................................................................................12
MODE SET Button............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 14
SCSI IN / OUT................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Host connections.........................................................................................................................................................................................................14
Terminator...................................................................................................................................................................................................................14
Daisy chaining.............................................................................................................................................................................................................15
DIAG - Diagnostic Port .....................................................................................................................................................................................................15
Front View - Indicators......................................................................................................................................................................................................16
POWER..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................16
POWER SERIVCE............................................................................................................................................................................................................16
RAID 3...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................16
DRIVE 1 to DRIVE 5........................................................................................................................................................................................................16
U320................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
U160................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
SERVICE........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
Audible Alarm...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................17
6 Rapid Beeps During Boot Time......................................................................................................................................................................................17
6 Rapid Beeps During Normal Operation.......................................................................................................................................................................... 17
Slow Beeps......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 17
Constant Solid Beep...........................................................................................................................................................................................................17
Power Supply Replacement...............................................................................................................................................................................................17
Drive Replacement............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 18
Remove the front panel......................................................................................................................................................................................................18
Removing disk drive module.............................................................................................................................................................................................18
Rebuilding a down drive (RAID 3 mode only) .................................................................................................................................................................18
Formatting and Partitioning......................................................................................................................................................................................................19
Macintosh G4 / G5 in OS X...............................................................................................................................................................................................19
Preparing a single channel U320-RX Max................................................................................................................................................................. 19
Preparing a dual channel U320-RX Dual Max (striping)...........................................................................................................................................21
Windows NT Partition / Format ........................................................................................................................................................................................23
Preparing a HMV U320-RX Max (single channel).................................................................................................................................................... 23
Preparing a HMV U320-RX Dual Max (dual channel)..............................................................................................................................................23
Windows 2000 and XP Partition / Format.........................................................................................................................................................................24
Preparing a HMV U320-RX Max (single channel).................................................................................................................................................... 24
Preparing a HMV U320-RX Dual Max (dual channel)..............................................................................................................................................24
Application Notes .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................26
General...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................26
Video Resolution Data Rates......................................................................................................................................................................................26
Hours per Terabyte Table............................................................................................................................................................................................ 26
Macintosh...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................27
RAID Compatibility....................................................................................................................................................................................................27
Windows NT / 2000 / XP................................................................................................................................................................................................... 28
RAID Compatibility....................................................................................................................................................................................................28
MaximumSGList.........................................................................................................................................................................................................28
ATTO striping.............................................................................................................................................................................................................29
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Thank You
Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the Huge MediaVault U320-RX product from Huge Systems
Inc. A leader in huge performance, huge quality, and huge cost savings storage product for your video
editing and storage requirements.
Your HMV (Huge MediaVault) U320-RX storage system utilizes the latest SCSI Ultra320 technology.
SCSI Ultra320 affords system operations at blazing speeds, enabling you to maximize valuable system time
and the highest of video quality resolutions.
HMV U320-RX Dual Max contains two independent RAID controllers and ten removable disk modules.
HMV U320-RX Max contains two RAID controller and five removable disk modules and five un-used
drive bays for future expansion. HMV U320-RX uses the latest in high performance disk drives and the
latest transfer mode. Huge throughput per disk drive pumping data into our RTR (Real Time RAID)
engine for fault tolerant and maximum transfer rates, coupled with the RTC (Real Time Cache) at an
internal data rate of 500MBytes/sec per controller, this translates to a huge performance at the SCSI
interface, upward of 320MBytes/sec burst and 200MBytes/sec of sustained data rate per controller.
Data protection are available with the built-in RAID 3@512 and RAID 3@2k mode. A simple and easy to
use Mode Selection switch selects either RAID 0 or RAID 3@512 or RAID 3@2k operations.
If you have any comments, suggestions or questions, please call, FAX or e-mail us. We value input from
the most important people, you our customer.
Again, we thank you.
Features and benefits
•Max Burst Data Rate 320MBytes/sec per SCSI channel.
•Internal disk rate from 300MB/sec to no less than 130MB/sec.
•Sustained Data Rate 200MBytes/sec per SCSI channel in HD Turbo (HDT) mode.
•Up to two Ultra320 SCSI channels
•Up to two RAID controllers
•RAID 0 or RAID 3@512 or RAID 3@2k
•RTR - Real Time RAID reconstructs data “on the fly” should a drive “glitch”
•HDT - High Definition Turbo mode insures 200 Mbytes per second per channel (with reduction of
capacity).
•Ultra320 SCSI interface. Compatible with Ultra320/Ultra160/Ultra 2/LVD, Single Ended, Ultra Wide,
Fast, SCSI-3, SCSI-2, SCSI interface and protocol.
•Daisy chain of multiple SCSI devices with the built-in “In and Out” SCSI connectors.
•Five or ten high performance removable hot swappable hard disk modules.
•Multiple cooling fans.
•Easy user selection of functionality via Mode Selection and Mode Set switches. No complicated
software setup or maintenance.
•Serial port for detail level maintenance and support.
•Audible Alarm and LED indicators.
•Dual redundant hot swappable power supplies.
•Convertible Rack mount or Tower kit included.

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Important Safety Considerations (English)
Do not attempt to service this unit yourself other than the removal of the front panel,
and the disk drive modules. The removable power supplies must be serviced by
trained personnel only, call our technical support department for additional
instructions. Opening or removing the top, rear and side covers will expose you to
dangerous voltages or other hazards.
Risk of Shock: The power supplies are removable, hazardous voltage levels
maintained on removable module. After disengaging, do not completely remove the
power supply module for 30 seconds to permit power dissipation.
Risk of Damage: The power supplies are removable. After disengagement of power
supply, wait 30 seconds before re-engagement.
Do not use this unit near water – such as; bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink or laundry
tub, in a wet basement of near a swimming pool.
Do not place this unit on an unstable cart, stand, bracket or table. The unit may fall, causing serious injury
and damage to the unit.
Do not block the front and rear ventilation. Proper airflow is required to ensure reliable operation and to
protect the product from over heating.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding power plug. Use a grounding type power outlet and the
power connector intended for the unit. The power cord should be routed so that they are not likely to be
walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them.
Power cord provided is for North America use only. Outside of North America the proper power cord must
be procured and used.

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Les Considérations importantes de Sûreté (French)
Pas la tentative pour entretenir cette unité vous autrement que l'enlèvement du panneau de devant, et les
modules de lecteur de disque. Les alimentations détachables doivent être entretenues en train le personnel
seulement, appeler notre département de soutien technique pour les instructions supplémentaires.
L'ouverture ou enlever le sommet, l'arrière et les couvertures latérales vous exposera aux tensions
dangereuses ou aux autres dangers.
Le risque de Choc: Les alimentations sont les niveaux de tensions détachables et hasardeuses ont maintenu
sur le module détachable. Après avoir déclenché, ne pas complètement enlever le module d'alimentation
pour de 30 seconde pour permettre la dissipation de pouvoir.
Le risque de Dommages: Les alimentations sont détachables. Après le désengagement d'alimentation,
attendre de 30 seconde avant le re-engagement.
Ne pas bloquer le devant et la ventilation postérieure. Le flux d'air correct est exigé assurer l'opération
fiable et protéger le produit de par-dessus le chauffage.
Ne pas battre le but de sûreté de la prise de courant mettree à terre. Utiliser une sortie de pouvoir qui met à
la terre et l'arrivée secteur a projeté pour l'unité. Le cordon d'alimentation devrait être mis en déroute pour
qu'ils ne sont pas probables être marché sur ou pincé par les articles placés sur ou contre eux.
Le cordon d'alimentation fourni est pour l'usage d'Amérique du nord seulement. Hors de l'Amérique du
nord que le cordon d'alimentation correct doit être procuré et doit être utilisé.
Wichtige Sicherheitsberücksichtigungen (German)
Versuchen Sie nicht, diese Einheit sich zu warten, anders als die Enthebung vom vorderen Unterausschuß,
und den Plattenlaufwerkenmoduln. Das abnehmbare Kraftzubehör muß von ausgebildetem Personal nur
gewartet werden, ruft unsere technische Stützenabteilung für zusätzliche Anweisungen. Öffnung oder
Herausnehmen des Oberteils, der Hinterseite und der Seitendecken werden Sie zu gefährlichen Spannungen
oder anderen Gefahren entblößen..
Risiko des Schocks: Das Kraftzubehör ist abnehmbare, gefährliche Spannungshöhen, die auf abnehmbarem
Modul beibehalten werden. Nachdem Entkuppeln, nimmt den Netzteilmodul für 30 Sekunden nicht
vollständig heraus, Kraftauflösung zuzulassen.
Risiko des Schadens: Das Kraftzubehör ist abnehmbar. Nach Freimachung des Netzteils wartet 30
Sekunden vor Betr. Verabredung.
Hemmen Sie die Front und die hintere Belüftung nicht. Passender Luftstrom ist erfordert, zuverlässigen
Betrieb zu sichern, und, das Produkt von über Heizung zu schützen.
Besiegen Sie den Sicherheitszweck Stöpsel der Erdungskraft nicht. Benutzen Sie einen Erdungstyp
Netzanschluß und den Kraft Verbinder haben vorgehabt für die Einheit. Das Netzkabel sollte umgeleitet
werden, damit sie nicht wahrscheinlich sind, auf gelaufen zu werden, oder zusammengedrückt durch
Punkte, die auf oder gegen sie gestellt werden.
Netzkabel hat für Nördlich Amerika Gebrauch nur versorgt ist. Außerhalb Nördlich Amerikas des
passenden Netzkabels muß verschafft werden und muß benutzt werden.

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Agency Approvals
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
EC Declaration of Conformity:
Conforms to Standards EN 50081-1:1992 EN 55022: 1998
Model Numbering
The HMV U320-RX model numbers are in the following pattern: HMV - U320 - RX - (size) (channels)
Where HMV is Huge MediaVault
U320 designate Ultra320 SCSI interface.
RX designate the removable drive modules and rack mountable.
(size) is the capacity of the Media Vault in Gigabytes in RAID 0 mode.
(channels) is either DualMax for 2 SCSI channels or Max for single SCSI channel.
HMV U320-RX-2500-DM would represent removable rack mount 2.5 Terabytes of dual SCSI channels.
Specifications
Physical Dimensions: 19 wide x 7 high x 12.25” deep
4Urackmount
Power: Auto switching 100-240 VAC 50-60 Hz
Operating temperature: 5-40 degrees Celsius
Max (Single) DualMax (Dual)
Weight: 40 lbs / 12 Kg 50 lbs / 16 Kg
Current draw 117VAC: Start-up 1.0A / 117W 2.0A / 234W
Seek 0.6A / 75W 1.28A / 150W
Idle 0.4A / 47W 0.8A / 94W
Current draw 220VAC: Start-up 0.53A / 117W 1.0A / 234W
Seek 0.34A / 75W 0.68A / 150W
Idle 0.21A / 47W 0.43A / 94W
Technical Support
Huge Systems web site: www.hugesystems.com
Huge Systems knowledge base: Go to web site, click on Support, click on Knowledge Base
Huge Systems support e-mail: [email protected]
Creative Cow: www.creativecow.net
Phone Support: 818-991-1188 M-F: 8AM – 5PM PST.
FAX: [phone]
Serviceability
The U320-RX is designed to provide easy disk drive module and power supply replacement. Should a
component needs replacement, simply un-plug the defective unit and install the new. Please refer to the
“Important Safety Considerations” section for the power supply replacement and the “Drive Replacement”
section for disk drive module replacement.
Firmware Update
From time to time firmware updates are made available to maintain compatibility with latest software
releases or correct problems. If you are experiencing problems with the MediaVault you might want to go
on-line and visit our web site (www.hugesystems.com) to check for any available firmware download for
the MediaVault.

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Getting Started
The HMV U320-RX comes pre-assembled and ready to be connected to the SCSI Ultra320 compatible
SCSI interfaces of your video edit computer equipment right out of the box.
Unpacking
•Remove all components from the shipping container. Retain all boxes and packing materials in
case you might need to reuse them later.
•Examine the components for shipping damage. Contact the freight carrier immediately if damage
exists.
Check List
•HMV U320-RX – Max or Dual Max External Disk Array.
•Rack mounting hardware and tower configuration hardware.
•One or two SCSI terminator - Ultra320/160/LVD/SE dual mode.
•One or two SCSI cables - Ultra320 compatible.
•A Power Cord (for North America use only).
•A Diagnostic cable.
•This User’s Guide.
Editing System Requirements
•Ultra320 or compatible Single or Dual channel SCSI host adapter
•Windows 9x/NT/ME/2000,XP, Mac OS9.2/X, IRIX, Linux
•Video Capture card
•Video Editing software
•Video player or other source of video input

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Hardware Installation and configuration
The U320-RX comes pre-configured for stand 19” rack mounting. Additional hardware is provided to
convert the U320-RX to the tower configuration.
Rack Mounting
The U320-RX rack mount requires 4U (7 inch) of rack space for mounting. Place the U320-RX in the rack
and secure the unit with the appropriate screws using the four mounting points.
Tower Configuration
For tower configuration, remove the left and right rack mount ears:
Install the handle and feet as shown, then rotate the U320-RX clockwise to it’s upright tower position:

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SCSI Host Adapters
Recommended Ultra 320 SCSI Host Adapters
Ultra320 Apple G4 Apple G5 Intel & Compatibles
Dual Channel
SCSI Adapters ATTO UL4D ATTO UL4D
ATTO UL4D
Adaptec 39320
Single Channel
SCSI Adapters ATTO UL4S ATTO UL4S
ATTO UL4S
Adaptec 29320
Recommended Ultra 160 SCSI Host Adapters
Ultra160 Apple G4 Apple G5 Intel & Compatibles
Dual Channel
SCSI Adapters ATTO UL3D-000 Adaptec 39160 ATTO UL3D-66 Adaptec 39160
ATTO UL3D-000
ATTO UL3D-66
Adaptec 39160
Single Channel
SCSI Adapters ATTO UL3S-000 Adaptec 29160 ATTO UL3S-66 Adaptec 29160
ATTO UL3S-000
ATTO UL3S-66
Adaptec 29160
The HMV U320-RX communicates with your computer using the industry standard SCSI Ultra320
interface. You must have a compatible SCSI Host Adapter installed in your computer to work with the
HMV U320-RX storage system. Some computers have a built-in native SCSI port, check your computer
for availability.
To maximize the HMV U320-RX’s Ultra320 interface, the SCSI Host Adapter in your computer should
also be rated for Ultra320. However, the slower Ultra160, Ultra2 and Ultra Wide SCSI rated host adapters
will work but at a lower transfer rate.
Check to make sure the Host Adapter is physically installed correctly and the appropriate Host Adapter
drivers are loaded and functioning properly before connecting the HMV U320-RX to your computer
system.