Proware EP-3163J/JD-SCSC User manual

SAS to SAS/SATA
JBOD Subsystem
User Manual
Revision 1.0

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction.........................................................................................3
1.1 Features ..................................................................................................................................................................3
1.2 Technical Specifications ..................................................................................................................................4
1.3 Unpacking the JBOD Subsystem ................................................................................................................5
1.4 Identifying Parts of the JBOD Subsystem ..............................................................................................6
1.4.1 Front View....................................................................................................................................................6
1.4.2 Rear View......................................................................................................................................................7
1.4.3 JBOD Controller Module ....................................................................................................................... 8
1.4.3.1 JBOD Controller Panel...................................................................................................................8
1.5 Power Supply Fan Module (PSFM)............................................................................................................9
1.5.1 PSFM Panel.................................................................................................................................................. 9
1.6 LCD Display Panel ...........................................................................................................................................11
1.6.1 LCD Panel LED..........................................................................................................................................11
1.6.2 LCD Panel Function Buttons..............................................................................................................12
1.7 Drive Carrier Module......................................................................................................................................13
1.7.1 Disk Drive Status Indicators...............................................................................................................13
1.7.2 Drive Carrier Lock Indicator...............................................................................................................14
Chapter 2 Installation of JBOD Subsystem ................................................. 15
2.1 Powering On ......................................................................................................................................................15
2.2 Disk Drive Installation....................................................................................................................................16
2.2.1 Installing a 3.5” SAS Disk Drive in a Disk Tray .........................................................................16
2.2.2 Installing 2.5” Disk Drive in a Disk Tray .......................................................................................19
2.2.3 Installing a 3.5” SATA Disk Drive (Dual Controller Mode) in a Disk Tray....................21
2.2.4 Installing 2.5” SATA Disk Drive (Dual Controller Mode) in a Disk Tray........................25
2.3 Connecting the JBOD Subsystem ............................................................................................................29
2.3.1 Connecting to SAS HBA ......................................................................................................................29
2.3.2 Connecting to RAID Subsystem ......................................................................................................29
Chapter 3 Maintenance ..................................................................................... 30
3.1 Monitoring the RAID Environment..........................................................................................................30
3.2Upgrading Firmware.......................................................................................................................................32
3.3Replacing JBOD Subsystem Components............................................................................................34
3.3.1 Replacing JBOD Controller Module ...............................................................................................34
3.3.1.1 Replacing Controller Module with Controller Blanking Plate...................................34
3.3.2 Replacing Power Supply Fan Module...........................................................................................35
3.3.2.1 Replacing Power Supply Fan Module with Plate Cover..............................................36

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Chapter 1 Introduction
The 16 bays JBOD Subsystem
This JBOD subsystem is a 19-inch 3U rackmount JBOD unit. It is a versatile SAS3 /
SATA3 disk expansion system, ideal for high capacity and scalability storage in IT
demands. It offers high density storage, hardware redundancy and easily integrates
into versatile applications that request high performance and high scalability.
This JBOD subsystem comes with either dual or single JBOD controller configuration
for options. It features a modular architecture for all key components which ease
system maintenance and management.
1.1 Features
Hig he st D e nsit y A v aila b le
- 3U chassis with 16 bays carriers
- Support the 2.5” / 3.5" enterprise class SAS3/SATA3 HDD drives
Hig h Av a ila b il ity
- Single or dual SAS JBOD controller module
- Each SAS JBOD controller module consist of three 4x mini SAS HD ports
- DataBolt™ Bandwidth Optimizer for balance faster host and slower SAS or SATA
devices
Pow e r S u pp l y
- Power supply and cooling system contained in 1 module for efficient cooling
- Two 500W redundant hot swappable power supplies
Encl os ure
- Incorporates a cableless design for maximum signal integrity
- Utilizes industry-standard SCSI enclosure services (SES) to monitor enclosure and
disk environmental conditions
E nc l o s u re m o n i to r i n g
- S.E.S. support for standard enclosure management
- System LED indications
- Fan speed monitoring
- Power supply monitoring
- System voltage monitoring
- System temperature monitoring
- System alarm

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1.2 Technical Specifications
JBOD Controller
Single / Redundant
Host Interface
One 4x mini SAS HD (12Gb/s) / Two 4x mini SAS HD (12Gb/s)
Disk Interface
12Gb/s SAS, 6Gb/s SATA
SAS expansion
Two 4x mini SAS HD (12Gb/s) / Four 4x mini SAS HD (12Gb/s)
Enclosure
Platform
Rackmount
Form Factor
3U
# of Hot Swap Trays
16
Tray Lock
Yes
Disk Status Indicator
Access / Fail LED / Power LED
Backplane
SAS / SATA Single BP
# of PS/Fan Modules
500W x 2 w/PFC
# of Fans
4
Monitor port support
Yes
Power requirements
AC 90V ~ 264V Full Range, 10A ~ 5A, 47Hz ~ 63Hz
Environmental
Relative Humidity
10% ~ 85% Non-condensing
Operating Temperature
10°C ~ 40°C (50°F ~ 104°F)
Physical Dimension
590(L) x 482 (W) x 131(H) mm
Weight
24 / 25 Kg (Without Disk)
Specification is subject to change without notice.

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1.3 Unpacking the JBOD Subsystem
The shipping package contains the following:
JBOD Subsystem Unit
Two (2) power cords
One (1) external serial cable RJ11-to-DB9
for single JBOD controller
Note: Two (2) serial cables for dual JBOD
controllers
One (1) external SAS cable (mini SAS HD
to mini SAS HD)
Note: Two (2) SAS cables for dual JBOD
controllers
One(1) JBOD Controller Module Plate
Cover
NOTE: For Dual JBOD Controller
One(1) PSFM Plate Cover
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NOTE: If any damage is found, contact the dealer or vendor for
assistance.

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1.4 Identifying Parts of the JBOD Subsystem
The illustrations below identify the various parts of the expansion chassis.
1.4.1 Front View

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1.4.2 Rear View
Single JBOD Controller
Dual JBOD Controller

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1.4.3 JBOD Controller Module
1.4.3.1 JBOD Controller Panel
Part
Description
SAS In Port
Use to connect to SAS HBA or to RAID
subsystem’s SAS Expansion Port.
SAS Expansion Port
Use to connect to the SAS In Port of another
JBOD subsystem.
RS-232 Port
Use to upgrade the firmware of the JBOD
controller. Connect the RJ11-to-DB9 serial
cable to your system’s serial port.
Indicator
Color
Description
Link LED
Green
Indicates expander has connected or linked.
Activity LED
Blinking
Blue
Indicates the expander is busy and being
accessed.

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1.5 Power Supply Fan Module (PSFM)
The JBOD subsystem contains two 500W Power Supply / Fan Modules. All
PSFMs are inserted into the rear of the chassis.
1.5.1 PSFM Panel
The panel of the Power Supply/Fan Module contains: the Power On/Off Switch,
the AC Inlet Plug, and a Power On/Fail Indicator showing the Power Status LED,
indicating ready or fail.
Each fan within a PSFM is powered independently of the power supply within
the same PSFM. So if the power supply of a PSFM fails, the fan associated with
that PSFM will continue to operate and cool the enclosure.

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When the power cord connected from main power source is inserted to the AC
Power Inlet, the power status LED becomes RED. When the switch of the PSFM
is turned on, the LED will turn GREEN. When the Power On/Fail LED is GREEN,
the PSFM is functioning normally.
NOTE: Each PSFM has one Power Supply and two Fans. PSFM 1
has Power#1, Fan#1 and Fan#2. The PSFM 2 has Power#2,
Fan#3 and Fan#4. When the Power Supply of a PSFM fails, the
PSFM need not be removed from the slot if replacement is not yet
available. The fan will still work and provide necessary airflow
inside the enclosure.
In replacing the failed PSFM, refer to section 3.3.2 of this manual.
NOTE: After replacing the Power Supply Fan Module and turning
on the Power On/Off Switch of the PSFM, the Power Supply will
not power on immediately. The Fans in the PSFM will spin-up until
the RPM becomes stable. When Fan RPM is already stable, the
RAID controller will then power on the Power Supply. This
process takes more or less 30 seconds. This safety measure helps
prevent possible Power Supply overheating when the Fans cannot
work.

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1.6 LCD Display Panel
1.6.1 LCD Panel LED
Parts
Function
Power LED
Green indicates power is ON.
Power Fail LED
If one of the redundant power
supply unit fails, this LED will turn
to RED and alarm will sound.
Fan Fail LED
When a fan fails or the fan’s
rotational speed is below
500RPM, this LED will turn red
and an alarm will sound.
Over Temperature LED
If disk temperatures exceed 60oC,
the Over Temperature LED will
turn RED and alarm will sound.
Voltage Warning LED
An alarm will sound if detected
voltage in the controller is
abnormal and LED will turn RED.

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1.6.2 LCD Panel Function Buttons
Parts
Function
Up and Down
Arrow buttons
Use the Up or Down arrow keys to
go through the information on the
LCD screen. This is also used to
move between each menu.
Select button
This is used to enter the option
you have selected.
Exit button EXIT
Press this button to return to the
previous menu.

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1.7Drive Carrier Module
The Drive Carrier Module houses a 3.5 inch hard disk drive. It is designed for
maximum airflow and incorporates a carrier locking mechanism to prevent
unauthorized access to the HDD.
1.7.1 Disk Drive Status Indicators
Part
Function
Disk Activity Indicator
This LED will blink blue when the hard drive is being
accessed.
Disk Status Indicator
Green LED indicates power is on and hard drive status is
good for this slot. If there is no hard drive, the LED is
Red. The fault indicator depends on the RAID card or
RAID Controller definition.
Disk Activity
Indicator
Disk Status
Indicator

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1.7.2 Drive Carrier Lock Indicator
Every Drive Carrier is lockable and is fitted with a lock indicator to indicate
whether or not the carrier is locked into the chassis or not. Each carrier is also
fitted with an ergonomic handle for easy carrier removal.
When the Lock Groove is vertical, then the Drive Carrier is unlocked.
When the Lock Groove is horizontal, this indicates that the Drive Carrier is
locked.
Lock and unlock the Drive Carriers by using a flat-head screw driver.
Drive Carrier
is locked
Drive Carrier
is unlocked

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Chapter 2 Installation of JBOD Subsystem
2.1 Powering On
1. Plug in the power cords into the AC Power Input Socket located at the rear of
the subsystem.
NOTE: The subsystem is equipped with redundant, full range
power supplies with PFC (power factor correction). The system
will automatically select voltage.
2. Turn on each Power On/Off Switch to power on the subsystem.
3. The Power LED on the front panel will turn green.

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2.2 Disk Drive Installation
This section describes the physical locations of the hard drives supported by the
subsystem and give instructions on installing a hard drive. The subsystem
supports hot-swapping allowing you to install or replace a hard drive while the
subsystem is running.
2.2.1 Installing a 3.5”SAS Disk Drive in a Disk Tray
NOTE: These steps are the same when installing SATA disk
drive in Single Controller Mode.
1. Unlock the Disk Trays using a flat-head screw driver by rotating the Lock
Groove.
2. Press the Tray Open button and the Disk Tray handle will flip open.
3. Pull out an empty disk tray.
Tray
Open
Button

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4. Place the hard drive in the disk tray. Turn the disk tray upside down. Align the
four screw holes of the SAS disk drive in the four Hole A of the disk tray. To
secure the disk drive into the disk tray, tighten four screws on these holes of
the disk tray. Note in the picture below where the screws should be placed in
the disk tray holes.
NOTE: The mounting hole locations of the new 6-disk are
different from the existing drives.
3-, 4-, and 5-disk
6-disk
Four bottom mounting holes of drive
Four bottom mounting holes of drive

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NOTE: All the disk tray holes are labelled accordingly.
5. Slide the tray into a slot.
6. Press the lever in until you hear the latch click into place. The HDD Fault LED
will turn green when the subsystem is powered on and HDD is good.
7. If necessary, lock the Disk Tray by turning the Lock Groove.
Tray Hole A
Tray Hole A
Different screw positions: Comparing 6-Disk Drive to
existing Drive

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2.2.2 Installing 2.5” Disk Drive in a Disk Tray
1. Remove an empty disk tray from the subsystem.
2. Place the disk drive in the disk tray. Turn the disk tray upside down. Align the
four screw holes of the disk drive in the four Hole w of the disk tray. To
secure the disk drive into the disk tray, tighten four screws on these holes of
the disk tray. Note in the picture below where the screws should be placed in
the disk tray holes.

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NOTE: All the disk tray holes are labelled accordingly.
3. Slide the tray into a slot.
4. Press the lever in until you hear the latch click into place. The HDD Fault LED
will turn green when the subsystem is powered on and HDD is good.
Tray Hole w