NEC M110 User manual

Setup Guide
NEC Storage M110/M310/M310F Disk Array Unit
Please read this document first.
This document describes the operating procedure based on the “NEC Storage
M110/M310/M310F Disk Array Unit User’s Guide”.
For details, please see the pages indicated by in the “Disk Array Unit User’s
Guide”.
・Before using this unit, please read the “Safety Precautions” attached to the unit.
・If the setup operation for this unit is performed by a maintenance service company,
check with maintenance personnel regarding the scope of work to be performed.
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１Starting the Setup: Preparation and Procedure
ProcedurePreparation
◆Make sure the following items are available:
・Application server, and client machine
・Installation CD
・LAN cable (shielded)
・Interface cable for connecting the application server
・IP addresses (for disk array unit and connection
ports)
・Network equipment (if necessary)
・Tool (Phillips screwdriver)
・At least three disk drives
・Operators (a minimum of two workers)
(When using PathManager)
◆Perform the following setup operations with respect to
the application server to which this unit is to be connected:
- Acquiring a host adapter WWPN
- Mounting the host bus adapter
- Installing the host bus adapter driver
- Installing PathManager
◆Perform the following procedure:
1) Starting the setup –Preparation and Procedure
2) Checking the package
3) Checking appearance and features
4) Installation
5) Connection –connecting the cables
6) Turning the power on
7) Installing and setting up the software
7-1 Preparation
7-2 Specifying the IP address
7-3 Installing NEC Storage Manager Agent Utility
8) Initializing the disk array unit
8-2 Initializing and configuring the disk array
8-3 Verifying the connection
9) Finish –setup complete
8-1 Collecting host information
7-4 Starting iSM client
3-1 Prerequisites
Ch. 2, Workflow - Installation to Operation

Checking the package
When opening the boxes, check the enclosed “Packing list” and make sure that all the listed items are
accounted for.
If there is any missing or damaged item, contact the sales department that services your account or the dealer
from which the system was purchased.
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Notice
◆Notes on handling cables:
Be sure to handle cables carefully. Careless handling might cause the characteristics to degrade or mechanical damage (cable
disconnection).
•Handle cable connectors carefully so that they are not dropped on the floor and damaged.
•Do not place excessive strain on the connector portion or cable portion of the connected cable.
•Do not pull strongly on the cable.
◆Notes on installing cables:
•Observe the defined minimum bending radius.(SAS cable: 100 mm, Optical cable: 50 mm)
•Install cables so that they do not cover the exhaust vents of the devices.
•Be sure to lock the cables.
•Form the base (connection portion) of the cable so as not to put excessive strain on it.
◆Notes on handling optical cables
If an optical cable that is dusty or dirty is inserted into a controller of the Disk Array Unit, the optical power may be attenuated,
causing a data error.
•Before inserting an optical cable, clean the connector portion.

Part Name –Checking Appearance and Features
Check the mount positions for the components and LED.
Disk Array Unit
[Front view]
[3.5-inch disk drive-mounting model]
[2.5-inch disk drive-mounting model]
(4)Disk drive/Dummy carrier
(3)POWER LED
(1) ID LED (2)SERVICE LED
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(4)Disk drive/Dummy carrier
(3)POWER LED
(1) ID LED (2)SERVICE LED
1-2-1 Disk Array Controller

[Rear view]
Dual controllers and AC power mounting model
The DC power supply is same as the Disk Enclosure’s. See the “Rear view” of the DC power mounting model Disk
Enclosure on the next page.
[With FC 2port or iSCSI Optical 2port controllers]
(1) Controller (CONT1)
(2) Power supply (PS1) (2) Power supply (PS0)
[With FC 4port or iSCSI Optical 4port or
FC 2port and iSCSI Optical 2port controllers]
[With iSCSI Copper 2port controllers]
[With FC 2port and iSCSI Copper 2port controllers]
[With iSCSI Copper 4port controllers]
[SAS 4port controllers]
(1) Controller (CONT0)

[Front view]
[Rear view]
Disk Enclosure
[Optional]
(1)Adapter (ADP1) (1) Adapter (ADP0)
(2) Power supply (PS1) (2) Power supply (PS0)
Same as the Disk Array Unit.
See the “Front view” of the Disk Array Unit.
1-2-2 Disk Enclosure (optional)
[AC power mounting model] [DC power mounting model]
(1)Adapter (ADP1) (1) Adapter (ADP0)
(2) Power supply (PS1) (2) Power supply (PS0)

Installation
Perform the installation safely by reading the following safety precautions.
Installing host port cards and cache memories
Step 1
Step 2 Installing SFP modules (only for FC ports or iSCSI Optical ports)
・SFP module is a precision component. Protect it from any shock or vibration.
・When connecting cables, remove and store the dustproof cover.
・There are three types of SFP modules: 8Gb FC, 16Gb FC, and 10Gb iSCSI.
・No extra lock screw is provided with the controller.
So, keep the removed screws in a safe place until the next time you use them.
・After installing optional components, be sure to firmly attach the ejector to the controller by using the
lock screws. Otherwise, there is a possibility that a failure or malfunction occurs in the controller.
3-2-3-1 Installing a host port card
3-2-3-2 Installing a cache memory (only for M310)
Install SFP modules into FC ports or iSCSI Optical ports.
3-2-3-3 Installing an SFP (only when a host port card is optical)
4-1 Assembling the controller
Install optional components if they are not already mounted in the controller. If they are all mounted, go to 4-2.
In the case you install an optional controller to a single controller model, be sure to install it AFTER finishing all
configuration of the Disk Array Unit as a single controller model.
Install host port cards and cache memories into the Disk Array Unit..
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・The disk array unit (with a 3.5-inch disk drive) weighs 33 kg; the disk enclosure, 29 kg.
・Mount the disk array enclosure and the disk array unit, top-down, in the indicated order.
・Mounting the unit on the rack should be performed by two or more persons working together.
・See the “Disk Array Unit Installation Guide”.
3-2-5 Mounting a Disk Array Unit on a Rack
Install the disk drive if it is not already mounted on the Disk Array Unit or the disk enclosure.
3-2-4 Installing Disk Drives
4-2 Installing Disk Drives
4-3 Mounting the disk array unit and the disk enclosure on the rack
・Disk drives are electronic devices.
・As system disks, install three disk drives, in locations 00, 01, and 02.
When handling a disk drive, take anti-static measures, such as wearing a wrist strap.
・On each disk drive, affix a system disk label and a location label(when 3.5-inch disk drives are installed).
・Store the removed dummy carrier in a safe place.

Connection –connecting the cables
■Connect the cables by checking the locations of cables (see figure below) .
Disk Array Unit Note: Connect the power cable to the outlet after the connection of other cables is completed.
[Dual controllers and AC power mounting model with a pair of FC 4port HPE]
DP1 DP0 DP1 DP0
Host port
Power plug
Disk port (DP0,DP1)
Management port To Application server
To disk enclosure
To a client machine
To power outlet
Power button
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1-2-3-3 Controller (CONT) Table 1-9
Connect the same way for Disk Array Units with other types of controller.
For details about name of each port, see the following section.
When connecting a disk enclosure, connect DP0 or DP1 (for M310)
on the Disk Array Controller with the DP0-IN on the disk enclosure
3-3 Connecting Disk Array Units

[Optional]
Note: Connect the power cable to the outlet after the connection of other cables is completed.
Power plug
Disk port (DP-OUT)
To Disk Enclosure on next level
To Disk Array Unit or
disk enclosure closer to Disk Array Unit
To power outlet
•When connecting a SAS cable, be sure to insert the connector in the correct direction. Connect the SAS cable so that the
pull tab faces down.
Note that the direction of the connector is opposite from that of the SAS host port (only for M110). In the case of the SAS
host port, the pull tab must face up.
•SAS cables have grooves in the connector that protect against incorrect insertion. Push the connector of the SAS cable
into the port securely until you hear a click. If you feel some resistance, the direction of the connector may be wrong. In
this case, do not insert the connector forcibly. Check the direction of the connector.
•When the connector has been inserted to the port correctly, it cannot be removed unless you pull the tab.
•If the link LED of the disk port does not turn on, or if the fault LED turns on, the direction of the connector may be wrong.
•A disk enclosure does not power on if both SAS cables are disconnected.
•When removing a SAS cable, be sure to remove the connector by pulling the pull tab straight along the cable.
DP0-IN
※A port next to DP0-IN is not used
DP-OUT
Disk port (DP0-IN)
8-3-4 Disk Enclosures
Disk enclosure
[AC power mounting model]
・Disk Array Unit
・Disk Array Unit
Disk port
・Disk Enclosure
SAS Host port

■Connecting
the SAS cables
Note: For wiring,
see the User’s Guide.
M310 2.5/3.5, M310F 2.5 inch
disk drive mounting model
M110 3.5-inch disk
drive mounting model
M110 2.5-inch disk
drive mounting model
M11e 3.5-inch disk
drive mounting model
M11e 2.5-inch disk
drive mounting model
Disk enclosure 19 units max
Disk enclosure 9 units max
Disk enclosure 1 unit max
Disk enclosure 3unit max
Disk enclosure 4unit max
DP0-IN
DP-OUT
DP0
DP1
Disk Array Unit
DE09
DE08
DE07
DE06
DE05
DE04
DE03
DE02
DE01
DE19
DE18
DE17
DE16
DE15
DE14
DE13
DE12
DE11
DE10

Turning the Power On
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3-4-1 Powering On the Disk Array Unit
Preparation
・Check the disk array controller and the disk enclosures are connected correctly.
・Do not connect the power supply input cable to the disk array controller or power on the Disk Array Unit.
Power on the units
Connect the power supply input cable to the units, in the order of the disk enclosure and the disk array
controller, or power on the units at the same time or in the order of the disk enclosure and the disk
array controller.
Check the LEDs
Do not operate the Disk Array Unit until the Power LED (green) located at the front of the Disk Array Unit
is lit and the Service LED (amber) goes off after cyclic flashing.
•In the case of the maximum configuration, it takes approximately six to eight minutes to performing
initialization and the self test after power-on. During this period, the Service LED (amber) flashes
cyclically.
•If the Service LED (amber) does not go off and the Power LED (green) is not lit after10 minutes, the
Disk Array Unit may be failing. See Chapter 10, "Troubleshooting" .
After checking the LEDs, power on the application servers.
For information on other power control systems, see the Users Guide.
Follow the steps below to power on the Disk Array Unit.
Make sure to power on the application servers after the Disk Array Unit is successfully started.
Step 0
Step 1
Step 2

Installing and Setting Up the Software
4-1 Configuring NEC Storage Manager
7-1 Preparation
4-3-1 Installing Network Setting Tool
7-2 Specifying the IP address
4-4 Installing NEC Storage Manager Agent Utility on Application Server
7-3 Installing NEC Storage Manager Agent Utility
Install the software required to prepare and set up the NEC Storage Manager client.
Install the network setup tool and then specify the IP address for the disk array. See the following sections:
Prepare the client machine on which NEC Storage Manager client will be used. See the following section:
Install NEC Storage ManagerAgent Utility on the application server. See the following section:
7-4 Starting NEC Storage Manager client
Start the NEC Storage Manager client on the client machine. See the following section:
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4-2 Configuring Internet Explorer and Java for NEC Storage Manager
4-3-2 Configuring IP Addresses by Using Network Setting Tool
4-3-3 Setting the Disk Array Unit Time Zone
4-5 Starting NEC Storage Manager Client

Initializing the Disk Array Unit
Initialize the disk array. The initialization method differs depending on the model.
8-1 Collecting host information for FC connection or iSCSI Opt connection
Collect host information from the application server. See the following section:
8-2 Initializing and configuring the disk array
Initialize and configure the disk array from the iSM client. See the following section:
FC connection
iSCSI connection
6-2 Initializing the iSCSI Connection
Initialize the disk array from the iSM client. Configure the disk array after setting up
the iSCSI initiator for the application server. See the following section:
・To automatically collect host information on an FC model, go to 8-2.
・If the Disk array unit has only iSCSI connection, go to 8-2.
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FC connection
SAS connection
5-2 Retrieving Host Information - Overview
7-2 Retrieving Host Information - Overview
5-3 Initializing the FC connection

Initialize and configure the disk array from the iSM client. See the following section:
SAS model
8-3 Verifying the connection
Verify the connection to the disk array from the application server to which the logical
disk has been assigned. See below.
FC connection
iSCSI connection
SAS connection
7-3 Initialization the SAS Connection
5-4 Checking Connection from Application Servers
6-3 Checking Connection from Application Servers
7-4 Checking Connection from Application Servers

* For a description on how to install/uninstall a controller, a disk drive, or a disk enclosure, see the following section:
Setup Complete
This concludes the setup. If any problem should arise, see the following section:
Chapter 10, Troubleshooting
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