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DXi4000
Contents
DXi4000 Configurations.........................2
Choosing a Location...............................2
Installation Requirements ..................2
Rack Space Requirements ..................3
Environmental Conditions .................3
Preparing for the Installation.................4
Necessary Tools ..................................4
Taking ESD Precautions ......................4
Unpacking the DXi4000 .........................4
Installing the DXi4000 System ...............7
Locating the Mounting Position ........7
Installing the DXi4000........................8
Cabling the DXi4000 ........................11
Initial Configuration.............................12
Accessing the DXi4000, Remote
Management Console ......................12
Completing the Getting Started
Wizard ..............................................15
Connecting the Ethernet Cables ......21
Creating a Typical Backup
Configuration...................................23
DXi4000 Installation and
Configuration Guide
This guide provides basic installation and configuration instructions for the
DXi4000 system (see Figure 1). Make sure to read the DXi4000 Site
Planning Guide before starting your installation. The Site Planning Guide is
included on the documentation CD provided with your DXi4000 system.
Note: Make sure to take the online training for the DXi4000 in order to
make the best use of your product. The online training is available
at www.quantum.com/ServiceandSupport/StorageCareLearning/
Index.aspx
Figure 1 DXi4000 System
Note: This Installation and Configuration Guide is intended for DXi4000
with DXi 2.1.1 Software.

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DXi4000 Configurations
The DXi4000 is available in the following configurations (see Table 1):
Table 1 DXi4000
Configurations
DXi4000 Configuration Raw Capacity Usable Capacity
Number of Hard
Drives
Hard Drive
Capacity
Model 4510
(4 x 1GbE Ethernet ports)
4 TB 2.2 TB 8 500 GB
Model 4520
(4 x 1GbE Ethernet ports)
8 TB 4.4 TB 8 1 TB
Model 4601
(4 x 1GbE Ethernet ports)
4 TB*
8 TB*
12 TB*
3.87 TB
7.74 TB
11.61 TB
8 2 TB
* For DXi4601, raw storage capacity can be upgraded at any time after purchase in increments of 4 TB, up to a total of 12 TB.
Storage capacity upgrades are enabled simply by adding a license key and rebooting the system.To purchase a storage capacity
upgrade license, contact your Quantum sales representative. After you obtain the storage capacity license, refer to the section
“Adding a License Key” in the DXi4000 User’s Guide (6-67092) for instructions on completing the capacity upgrade.
Choosing a Location
Quantum recommends installing the DXi4000 system in a controlled or restricted area
to prevent access by untrained personnel. In addition, Quantum recommends that
system installation be performed only by qualified IT personnel.
When choosing an installation site for the DXi4000 system, consider the following
requirements:
•Installation Requirements on page 2
•Rack Space Requirements on page 3
•Environmental Conditions on page 3
Installation
Requirements
Review the DXi4000 Site Planning Guide (6-67093) to ensure that your site meets the
installation requirements for the DXi4000.

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DXi4000
Rack Space
Requirements
Table 2 contains the rack requirements for the DXi4000 components.
Table 2 Rack Requirements DXi4000
Height 2U, 3.40 in (8 6 cm)
Width (side to side) 17.19 in (43.6 cm)
Depth (front to back) 24.09 in (61 cm)
Weight (stand alone) 49.5 lbs (22.5 Kg)
Air Clearance Open 4 in (10.2 cm) behind unit for proper air flow
Environmental
Conditions
The installation site must have the following environmental conditions:
• Humidity: 20% to 80% (non-condensing)
• Temperature: 10 to 35 °C (50 to 95 °F) 35 °C Max, Altitude = 900 m or 2952.75 ft
(28 °C Max, Altitude = 3048 m or 10,000 ft)
These environmental conditions apply when the DXi4000 system is in operation.
Note: For additional specifications, refer to the Quantum DXi4000 User’s Guide (6-
67092) located on the documentation CD.

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Preparing for the Installation
Before you begin the installation procedure in this section, make the following
preparations as described in this section:
•Necessary Tools on page 4
•Taking ESD Precautions on page 4
Necessary Tools Provide the following tools for unpacking and installing the DXi4000:
• #2 PHILLIPS screwdriver
• Notebook PC (for setting up initial system configuration)
Taking ESD Precautions Some components within the DXi4000 system contain static-sensitive parts. To avoid
damaging these parts while performing installation procedures, always observe the
following precautions:
• Keep the DXi4000 system turned off during all installation procedures.
• Keep static-sensitive parts in their original shipping containers until ready for
installation.
• Do not place static-sensitive parts on a metal surface. Place them inside their
protective shipping bag or on an antistatic mat.
• Avoid touching connectors and other components.
Note: Dry climates and cold-weather heating environments have lower relative
humidity and are more likely to produce static electricity.
Unpacking the DXi4000
By following these instructions, you help ensure that the system will continue to be
safeguarded after it arrives at the installation site.
Unpack and remove the following components from the packing materials (see
Figure 1):
• DXi4000 chassis
• Front bezel with key
• (4) power cords, (2) U.S. and (2) International
• (2) Ethernet cables
• Left and right slide assemblies

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DXi4000
• Product Information Guide
• Document kit includes:
• DXi4000 Quick Reference and Documentation CD
• DXi4000 Installation and Configuration Instructions
• Advanced Reporting User Guide CD
• User essentials document
• Registration card
• Terms and conditions
Caution: Do NOT discard the packing materials after the system is unpacked. The
packaging materials must be used if the system is relocated.
WARNING: The DXi4000 weighs 49.5 lbs (22.5 Kg). Two people are required to lift the
chassis.

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Figure 1 Unpacking the
DXi4000
DXi4000
Slide rails
Tie bands
Chassis rails Front bezel

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DXi4000
Installing the DXi4000 System
Installing the DXi4000 in a rack consists of the following steps:
1Locating the Mounting Position on page 7
2Installing the DXi4000 on page 8
3Cabling the DXi4000 on page 11
Locating the Mounting
Position
The DXi4000 systems is designed to fit in a standard 19 inch wide rack. It is important
for the chassis installation to locate the hole pattern in the rack rails. You must allow 2U
(3.5 in (8.9 cm)) of vertical space for the DXi4000 system. Rack cabinets that meet EIA-
310 standards have an alternating pattern of three holes per rack unit with center-to-
center hole spacing (beginning at the top hole of a 1-U space) of 15.9 mm, 15.9 mm,
and 12.7 mm (0.625 inch, 0.625 inch, and 0.5 inch) for the front and back vertical rails
(see Figure 2). Rack cabinets may have round or square holes.
Figure 2 Rail Hole Pattern
1 U (44 mm [1.75 inches])
12.7 mm (0.5 inch)
15.9 mm (0.625 inch)
15.9 mm (0.625 inch)
12.7 mm (0.5 inch)
1 U (44 mm [1.75 inches])
WARNING: If the rack is empty at the time of installation, do NOT install the DXi4000
chassis too high in the rack. The weight of the chassis may cause the rack
to become “top heavy” and unstable if installed in the top of an empty
rack.
To mark the rack, perform the following step:
1Place a mark (or tape) on the rack's front vertical rails where you want to locate the
bottom of the system you are installing in the rack. The bottom of each 1-U space is
at the middle of the narrowest metal area between holes (marked with a horizontal
line on some rack cabinets).

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Installing the DXi4000 Installing the DXi4000 consists of the following steps:
1Installing the DXi4000 Rack Mounting Rails on page 8
2Installing the DXi4000 Chassis on page 10
Installing the DXi4000 Rack Mounting Rails
1Install the rack mounting rails (see Figure 3 for square holes and Figure 4 for Round
holes):
aPosition the left and right rail end pieces of the rail module labeled FRONT
facing inward and orient each end piece to seat in the square holes on the front
side of the vertical rack flanges. Align each end piece to seat the pegs in the
bottom hole of the first U space and the top hole of the second U space.
bEngage the back end of the rail until it fully seats on the vertical rack flange and
the second tooth on the latch locks in place.
Note: To remove the rack mounting rails, pull the Release latch located on the
front of the rail.
Figure 3 Installing the Rack
Mounting Rails (Square Holes)
Front side of rack rails
Front of rack
Back of rack
Rail teeth
Rail pegs
Second tooth
engaged
Release
button
Releas
e
button

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DXi4000
Figure 4 Installing the Rack
Mounting Rails (Round Holes)
2Place the DXi4000 on a level surface and align the four keyhole slots on the chassis
rails with the corresponding pins on the system. Slide the chassis rails towards the
back of the system until each one locks into place (see Figure 5).
WARNING: The DXi4000 weighs 49.5 lbs (22.5 Kg). Two people are required to lift the
chassis.
Note: To disengage the chassis rails, pull the latch and push the rails toward the front
of the chassis.
Front side of rack rails
Front of rack
Back of rack
Rail teeth
Rail pegs
Second tooth
engaged
Release
button
Releas
e
button

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Figure 5 Installing the Chassis
Rails
Front
Back
Chassis rails
Latch
Installing the DXi4000 Chassis
WARNING: Ensure that the system is properly supported until the chassis rails are
locked into the slide rails on both sides.
1To install the DXi4000 chassis (see Figure 6):
WARNING: The DXi4000 weighs 49.5 lbs (22.5 Kg). Two people are required to lift the
chassis.
aPull the slide rails out of the rack until they lock into place.
bAlign and insert the ends of the chassis rails into the ends of the slide rails. Push
the system inward until the chassis rails lock into place.
cPush or pull the blue tab located near the front of the system and slide the
system into the rack.

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DXi4000
Figure 6 Installing the
DXi4000 Chassis
Slide rails extended
DXi4000 chassis
Blue tab
Chassis rails
Cabling the DXi4000 To cable the DXi4000 (see Figure 7):
1Connect a power cable to each power supply (two).
Note: It is recommended that you connect each power cord to a separate AC
circuit to ensure system availability in case of a power failure.
2Do NOT connect any Ethernet cables at this time.

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Figure 7 Cabling the DXi4000
ST
1
3
2
1
2
Gb 2
Gb 1
2345
Power cables
Service ports (not
for customer use)
Not used
Back
Not used
Initial Configuration
Before the DXi4000 is operational, you must configure the system through the remote
management console. You must also configure your backup software.
Configuring the DXi4000 consists of four major steps. See the following subsections for
detailed instructions for completing each step:
1Accessing the DXi4000, Remote Management Console on page 12
2Completing the Getting Started Wizard on page 15
3Connecting the Ethernet Cables on page 21
4Creating a Typical Backup Configuration on page 23
Note: You will need a computer and an Ethernet cable to complete the initial setup.
Note: If you attempt to install multiple DXi4000 systems at the same time, an IP
address conflict can occur because each system is configured with the same
default IP address (10.1.1.1). To avoid this problem, install one system and
configure it to use a different IP address before you connect another system to
the network.
Accessing the DXi4000,
Remote Management
Console
To access the DXi4000 remote management console:
1Turn on the DXi4000 system by pressing the power button located on the front of
each chassis (see Figure 8).

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DXi4000
Note: Wait for the system to boot before continuing with the procedure. This can
take up to 30 minutes.
Figure 8 Power Buttons
Power button
The NMI button is recessed to prevent it
from being pressed accidently. Press only
when instructed by technical support
Front
2Using an Ethernet cable, connect the Ethernet port on the computer to Ethernet
port 2 on the back of the DXi4000. Ethernet port 2 is in the far left-hand Ethernet
port in the middle PCI slot (slot 2) as you face the back of the system (see Figure 9).
Figure 9 Ethernet Ports
ST
1
3
2
1
2
Gb 2
Gb 1
2345
Service port (not
for customer use)
Not used
Back
Ethernet port 2
Not used
3Configure the network settings on the computer:
Note: This procedure assumes you are running Windows XP on the computer. The
steps might be different if you are using another operating system.

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aOn the Windows Start menu, click Connect To > Show all connections.
bRight-click the network connection that corresponds to the Ethernet port on the
computer (for example, Local Area Connection), and click Properties.
cSelect Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) in the list of connections, and then click
Properties.
The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window displays (see Figure 10).
Figure 10 Internet Protocol
(TCP/IP) Properties Window
dSelect Use the following IP Address and then enter the following information:
Caution: Before changing the IP address information, write down the
original settings. This will be used later to reset the network
configuration.
•IP address - 10.1.1.2
•Subnet mask - 255.255.0.0
eClick OK.
fWait at least two minutes for the computer to set the IP addresses on the local
computer.
4On the computer, open a supported Web browser, type 10.1.1.1 in the Address
box, and press <Enter>.
The Login window displays (see Figure 11).
Note: For Web browsers, the DXi4000 supports either Internet Explorer 7 or
higher, or Firefox 7 or higher.

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DXi4000
Note: If the Login window does not display, verify that you entered the correct IP
address (10.1.1.1) and that the network settings on the computer are
correct. Wait five minutes, then try again. If the Login window still does
not display, contact Quantum Customer Support. (Contact information is
located on the last page of this document.)
Continue with the next section to log on to the system and complete the Getting
Started wizard.
Figure 11 Login Window
Completing the Getting
Started Wizard
To complete the DXi4000 Getting Started wizard:
1On the Login window, select Administrator, type password for the password, and
click Login.
The Welcome page displays (see Figure 12).
Note: If a message on the page indicates the DXi is in Limited Mode, wait ten
minutes, and then log on again.

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Figure 12 Getting Started
Wizard: Welcome
2Read the information about the wizard, and then click Next to continue.
The License Agreement page displays (see Figure 13).
Figure 13 Getting Started
Wizard: License Agreement
3Select the I have read and accept this License Agreement check box, and then
click Next to continue.
Note: If you do not accept the license agreement, the DXi4000 will not function.
The Network page displays (see Figure 14).

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DXi4000
Caution: Configuring network settings requires advanced networking
knowledge. When selecting network settings other than the options
recommended in the following procedures, contact your network
administrator for assistance.
If you choose to configure more than one network interface, refer to
the Quantum DXi4000 User’s Guide (6-67092) located on the
documentation CD for details.
Caution: For effective bonded network use, a properly configured network
switch is required. (A network switch is not supplied with the
DXi4000.) The DXi4000 bonding settings must match the switch
settings. If the switch settings and the DXi4000 settings do not match,
your system may become inaccessible through the switch.
Note: The figure below is for illustrative purpose only. The Network page will
reflect the actual number of physical ports in the system.

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Figure 14 Getting Started
Wizard: Network
4Under General, enter the following network information as provided by your
network administrator:
aEnter the Hostname used to identify the DXi4000 system.
b(Optional) Enter the Default Gateway IP address.
Specifying a default gateway is optional if all access is local to a particular
subnet. For example, if the DXi4000 and all of its clients are on the same subnet,
you do not need to specify a default gateway.

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Caution: Specifying a default gateway is required to enable connectivity
with all subnets other than those that the DXi4000 is directly
connected to. For example, if the DXi4000 and its clients are on
different subnets, you must specify a default gateway.
c(Optional) In the Domain Suffix Search List box, enter the local domain to
search first when resolving domain names.
The domain suffix is a single domain name. The domain name may contain only
letters (A–Z), numbers (0–9), dots (.), and hyphens (-).
d(Optional) In the Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary DNS IP Address boxes, enter
the IP address of up to three DNS servers used to resolve domain names and
translate them into IP addresses.
Caution: You must specify a DNS IP address if you plan to use hostname
format when configuring an NTP time server, outgoing e-mail
server, replication sources and targets, and other information.
5Under IP Address Configuration > Bonding Details, configure a single bonded
network interface:
aIf necessary, click the Show link to show the bonding details table.
bIn the bond0 interface row, select all Ethernet ports. This bonds all Ethernet
ports into a single network interface (logical port).
cIn the bond0 interface row, in the Bonding Mode column, select Round Robin
(Mode 0).
dClick Update to save the changes you made to the Bonding Details table.
6Do not make any changes under IP Address Configuration > Interface Details
unless directed by your network administrator.
7Under IP Address Configuration > IP Address Table, enter network information
for the bonded interface:
aSelect the first IP address row in the table, for example, bond0:2.
If there is no IP address row in the table, click the Add IP link to add one.
bEnter the following network information as provided by your network
administrator (all fields are required):
Caution: Make sure you enter the correct IP address information and that
you write this information down. If you enter the incorrect IP
address information and reboot, you will not be able to access the
system.
•IP Address - The IP address of the DXi4000.
•Netmask - The network mask of the DXi4000.
•Gateway - The gateway IP address. (The gateway for a directly connected
interface is the IP address.)

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cSelect the Any check box to allow all traffic types (management, replication, and
data) on the interface.
dClick Update to save the changes you made to the IP Address table.
8Do not make any changes under IP Address Configuration > Routing Details
unless directed by your network administrator.
9Click Next to continue.
The Date & Time page displays (see Figure 15).
Figure 15 Getting Started
Wizard: Date & Time
10 If necessary, select Manual Date & Time Settings to manually set the system date
and time.
Specify the New System Date by clicking Calendar. Specify the New System Time
using the drop-down boxes.
Note: You can also choose to synchronize the system time with an NTP time
server. To select a timeserver pool, you must have specified at least one DNS
IP address in step 5d above. Otherwise, you must specify the IP address of
the timeserver pool. For more information, see the Quantum DXi4000
User’s Guide (6-67092) located on the documentation CD.
11 In the Timezone drop-down box, select the time zone where the DXi4000 is located.
12 Next to Time Format, select the format to use when displaying times (24 hours or
12 hours).
13 Click Next to continue.
The Confirm page displays (see Figure 16).