Quantum DXi6701 Operator's manual

READ THIS FIRST
THIS DOCUMENT PROVIDES
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR
YOUR DXi6701 OR DXi6702 SYSTEM.
IMPORTANT: READ THIS ENTIRE
INSTALLATION DOCUMENT BEFORE
YOU START TO UNPACK OR INSTALL
YOUR DXi6701 OR DXi6702 SYSTEM.

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DXi6701/DXi6702
Contents
DXi6701 and DXi6702 Configurations... 2
Choosing a Location .............................. 3
Installation Requirements.................. 3
Rack Space Requirements .................. 3
Environmental Conditions ................. 3
Preparing for the Installation ................ 4
Necessary Tools .................................. 4
Taking ESD Precautions ...................... 4
Unpacking the DXi6701/DXi6702........... 5
DXi6701/DXi6702 Node Packaging .... 5
DXi6701/DXi6702 Expansion Module
Packaging........................................... 8
Installing the DXi6701 or DXi6702
System.................................................. 10
Locating the Mounting Position ...... 10
Installing the DXi6701 and DXi6702
Node................................................. 11
Installing the DXi6701 and DXi6702
Expansion Module ........................... 16
Cabling the DXi6701/DXi6702 ......... 20
Initial Configuration............................. 25
Accessing the DXi6701/DXi6702
Remote Management Interface ....... 25
Completing the Getting Started
Wizard .............................................. 28
Connecting the Ethernet Cables ...... 36
Creating a Typical Backup
Configuration................................... 38
DXi6701 and DXi6702
Installation and
Configuration Guide
This guide provides basic installation and configuration instructions for the
DXi6701 and DXi6702 systems (see Figure 1). For more information, see
the Quantum DXi6000 User’s Guide (PN 6-67199).
Note: Make sure to take the online training for the DXi6701 and
DXi6702 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 DXi6701/DXi6702 Components
Note: This Installation and Configuration Guide is for DXi6701 and
DXi6702 with DXi 2.3 Software.
DXi6701/DXi6702 Node
DXi6701/DXi6702 Expansion Module

2DXi6701 and DXi6702 Configurations
DXi6701/DXi6702 Installation and Configuration Guide
DXi6701 and DXi6702 Configurations
The DXi6701 and DXi6702 are available in the following configurations (see Table 1):
Table 1 DXi6701 and DXi6702
Configurations
Configuration Usable Capacity
Expansion
Modules with
1 TB Drive (Adds
8 TB Usable
Capacity)**
Expansion
Modules with
2 TB Drive (Adds
16 TB Usable
Capacity)**
Rack Space
Required
DXi6701
•1Node
• 2 or 4 RAID controller cards*
• 6 x 1 GbE Ethernet ports
• 4 x 8 Gb Fibre Channel ports
DXi6702
•1Node
• 2 or 4 RAID controller cards*
• 2 x 1 GbE Ethernet ports
• 2 x 10 GbE Ethernet ports (optical
or Twinax)
• 4 x 8 Gb Fibre Channel ports
8 TB – – 3U for node
2U for each
expansion
module
16 TB 1 –
24 TB 2 –
24 TB – 1
32 TB 3 –
32 TB 1 1
40 TB 4 –
40 TB – 2
48 TB 5 –
48 TB 1 2
56 TB 6 –
56 TB – 3
64 TB 7 –
64 TB 1 3
72 TB 8 –
72 TB – 4
80 TB 9 –
80 TB 1 4
* DXi6701 and DXi6702 configurations with 0 or 1 expansion modules include 2 RAID controller cards. All other configurations
include 4 RAID controller cards.
** Any combination of expansion modules (with 1 TB drives or 2 TB drives) may be ordered or used for field capacity upgrades as
long as the total capacity does not exceed 80 TB. The table does not list all possible combinations.

Choosing a Location 3
DXi6701/DXi6702
Choosing a Location
Quantum recommends installing the DXi6701/DXi6702 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 DXi6701/DXi6702 system, consider the
following requirements:
•Installation Requirements on page 3
•Rack Space Requirements on page 3
•Environmental Conditions on page 3
Installation
Requirements
Review the DXi6701 and DXi6702 Site Planning Guide (PN 6-67200) to ensure that your
site meets the installation requirements for the DXi6701/DXi6702. You can obtain
DXi6701 and DXi6702 product documentation at: http://www.quantum.com/
dxi6700docs
Rack Space
Requirements
Tab l e 2 contains the rack requirements for the DXi6701/DXi6702 components.
Table 2 Rack Requirements
Environmental
Conditions
The installation site must have the following environmental conditions:
• Humidity: 20% to 80% (non-condensing)
• Temperature: 50° to 95°F (10° to 35°C)
• Altitude: –100 to 10,000 ft. (–30 to 3048 m)
Model 6701/6702 Node Expansion Module
Height 3U, 5.2 in. (13.2 cm) 2U, 3.5in (8.9 cm)
Width (side to side) 17.2 in. (43.7 cm) 17.2 in. (43.7 cm)
Depth (front to
back)*
26.5 in. (67.3 cm) 26.5 in. (67.3 cm)
Weight (stand alone) 72 lbs. (32.7 kg) 52 lbs. (23.6 kg)
Air Clearance Open 4 in. (10.2 cm) behind unit for proper air flow
* Without the round-hole to square-hole adapter, the depth of the node or expansion
module is 25.5 in. (64.8 cm).

4Preparing for the Installation
DXi6701/DXi6702 Installation and Configuration Guide
These environmental conditions apply when the DXi6701/DXi6702 system is in
operation.
Note: For additional specifications, refer to the DXi6000 User’s Guide (PN 6-67199).
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 DXi6701/DXi6702 system:
• #2 PHILLIPS screwdriver
• Notebook PC (for setting up initial system configuration)
Taking ESD Precautions Some components within the DXi6701/DXi6702 system contain static-sensitive parts. To
avoid damaging these parts while performing installation procedures, always observe
the following precautions:
• Keep the DXi6701/DXi6702 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.
• Wear anti-static wrist bands when unpacking and handling the units, and 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 DXi6701/DXi6702 5
DXi6701/DXi6702
Unpacking the DXi6701/DXi6702
By following these instructions, you help ensure that the system will continue to be
safeguarded after it arrives at the installation site.
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 DXi6701/DXi6702 node and expansion module weighs 72 lbs.
(32.7 kg) and 52 lbs. (23.6 kg) respectively. A minimum of two people are
required to lift either chassis.
DXi6701/DXi6702 Node
Packaging
The box containing the DXi6701/DXi6702 node contains the following items:
• DXi6701/DXi6702 node
• Rack mount rails
• Bezel shipping bag (contains the front bezel)
• Accessory kit, which includes the following:
• Doc Kit — All models:
• Quantum Products Regulatory Documentation CD
• Registration (Warranty) card
• Terms and Conditions Document
• OST License Certificate
• Base Node Kit — All models:
• Adapter kit, Rapid Rail (1)
• Cable, CAT6, RJ45, Non-Plenum, Blue Solid, 25 ft. (2)
• Conical Spring Washer, M5, Zinc plated (8)
• Screw, M4X6, FH, Phillips (4) (Only 2 screws are required for installation. The
remaining 2 screws are extra.)
• Screw FHPH 10FX.50 SSBK 100° (8)
• Screw, 10–32 X 3/4 in., Black (2)
• C13 to C14 power cord (2)
• North American power cord (2)
•BezelKeys
• Cable Kit QUAD 1GbE NIC — DXi6701:
• Cable, CAT6, RJ45, Non-Plenum, Blue Solid, 25 ft. (4)

6Unpacking the DXi6701/DXi6702
DXi6701/DXi6702 Installation and Configuration Guide
• Cable Kit Dual 10 GbE NIC — DXi6702 Optical:
• Cable, 10 GbE, 10 meter (2)
• Cable Kit Dual 10 GbE NIC — DXi6702 Twinax:
• Cable, 10 GbE, 5 meter (2)
• Cable Kit DUAL FC HBA :
• Cable, 10 GB, 6 meter (2)
• Loose Items:
•Nodebezel
• Installation Guide
• Drive Slot Serial Number Map
Carefully unpack and remove the components from the packing materials (see Figure 1).

Unpacking the DXi6701/DXi6702 7
DXi6701/DXi6702
Figure 1 Unpacking the
DXi6701/DXi6702 Node
DXi6701/DXi6702 Node
Foam
Box
Rack mount rails
Front bezel
Accessory kit
Bezel shipping bag
Foam

8Unpacking the DXi6701/DXi6702
DXi6701/DXi6702 Installation and Configuration Guide
DXi6701/DXi6702
Expansion Module
Packaging
The box containing the DXi6701/DXi6702 expansion module contains the following
items:
• DXi6701/DXi6702 expansion module
• Rack mount rails
• Bezel shipping bag (contains the front bezel)
• Accessory kit, which includes the following:
• Base Expansion Module Kit – All Models:
• Adapter Kit, Rapid Rail (1)
• Screw, M4X6, FH, Phillips (4)
• Screw, 10–32 X 3/4 in., Black (2)
• Conical Spring Washer, M5, Zinc Plated (8)
• Screw FHPH 10FX.50 SSBK 100° (8)
• C13 to C14 power cord (2)
• North American power cord (2)
• SAS interconnect cable
• Storage Capacity License Certificate
• Loose Items:
• Expansion module bezel
• Drive Slot Serial Number Map
Carefully unpack and remove the components from the packing materials (see Figure 2).

Unpacking the DXi6701/DXi6702 9
DXi6701/DXi6702
Figure 2 Unpacking the
DXi6701 and DXi6702
Expansion Module
Expansion module
Foam
Box
Rack mount rails
Front bezel
Accessory kit
Bezel shipping bag
Foam

10 Installing the DXi6701 or DXi6702 System
DXi6701/DXi6702 Installation and Configuration Guide
Installing the DXi6701 or DXi6702 System
Installing the DXi6701/DXi6702 in a rack consists of the following steps:
1Locating the Mounting Position on page 10
2Installing the DXi6701 and DXi6702 Node on page 11
3Installing the DXi6701 and DXi6702 Expansion Module on page 16
4Cabling the DXi6701/DXi6702 on page 20
Locating the Mounting
Position
The DXi6701/DXi6702 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 3U (5.2 in. / 13.2 cm) of vertical space for the DXi6701 and DXi6702 node
and 2U (3.5in. / 8.9 cm) of vertical space for each expansion module installed in the rack.
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 1U
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 3 for the DXi6701 and DXi6702 node and
Figure 4 for the expansion module). Rack cabinets may have round or square holes. For
more information, refer to the DXi6701 and DXi6702 Site Planning Guide (PN 6-67200).
Figure 3 Rail Hole Pattern
(DXi6701/DXi6702 Node)
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)

Installing the DXi6701 or DXi6702 System 11
DXi6701/DXi6702
Figure 4 Rail Hole Pattern
(Expansion Module)
WARNING: If the rack is empty at the time of installation, do NOT install the DXi6701/
DXi6702 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.
Installing the DXi6701
and DXi6702 Node
Installing the DXi6701 and DXi6702 node consists of the following steps:
1Installing the DXi6701/DXi6702 Node Rack Mounting Rails on page 11
2Installing the DXi6701/DXi6702 Node on page 15
Installing the DXi6701/DXi6702 Node Rack Mounting Rails
Follow these steps to install the DXi6701/DXi6702 node rack mounting rails:
1Expand each rack mounting rail, disengage the quick release latch, and remove the
internal chassis rail from the rack mounting rail (see Figure 5).
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)

12 Installing the DXi6701 or DXi6702 System
DXi6701/DXi6702 Installation and Configuration Guide
Figure 5 Removing the
Internal Chassis Rail (Right-
hand Shown)
2Install the internal chassis rails on the chassis tabs (see Figure 6):
aSlide the internal chassis rail toward the front of the chassis to engage the
chassis tabs.
bSecure with a single Phillips screw on each side of the node chassis.
Quick release latch
Rack mounting rail (expanded)
Internal chassis rail

Installing the DXi6701 or DXi6702 System 13
DXi6701/DXi6702
Figure 6 Installing the Internal
Chassis Rails (Node)
3Install the rack mounting rails into the rack and secure them by engaging the rail
tabs into the hole pattern of the rack rails. If the rack rails have round holes, use the
adapter bracket provided in the accessory kit (see Figure 7).
Note: The rack mounting rails extend to support rack depths from 26.5 to 36.4
inches (67.3 to 92.5 cm).
Internal chassis rail
Internal chassis rail
Chassis tabs
Phillips screw
Phillips screw

14 Installing the DXi6701 or DXi6702 System
DXi6701/DXi6702 Installation and Configuration Guide
Figure 7 Installing the Rack
Mounting Rails
Rack mounting rails
Rack mounting rail tabs
Rackfront
Rack rail hole pattern (square holes)
Adapter bracket
Phillips screws
Rack rail hole pattern
(round holes)
Rack mounting
rail tabs
1U
1U
1U
Slide release latch

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DXi6701/DXi6702
Installing the DXi6701/DXi6702 Node
1Install the DXi6701/DXi6702 node chassis onto the extended inner rack mounting
rails. Secure the chassis to the front of the rack with one Phillips screw (included on
the rack rails) on each side of the chassis (see Figure 8).
Caution: Quantum recommends that you do not remove the hard drives from
the chassis. If they have been removed for any reason during or after
the installation, you MUST install the hard drives in the same position in
which they were removed. Refer to the
DXi6701 and DXi6702 Drive
Slot Serial Number Map
, which is included with the system for proper
hard drive positions.
Figure 8 Installing the
DXi6701/DXi6702 Node
Chassis
Caution: Ensure that all hard drive latches are completely closed.
DXi6701/DXi6702 node
chassis installed
DXi6701/DXi6702 node chassis
Inner rails extended
and locked

16 Installing the DXi6701 or DXi6702 System
DXi6701/DXi6702 Installation and Configuration Guide
Installing the DXi6701
and DXi6702 Expansion
Module
Installing the DXi6701/DXi6702 expansion module consists of the following steps:
1Installing the Expansion Module Rack Mounting Rails on page 16
2Installing the Expansion Module Chassis on page 19
Installing the Expansion Module Rack Mounting Rails
Follow these steps to install the expansion module rack mounting rails:
1Expand each rack mounting rail, disengage the quick release latch, and remove the
internal chassis rail from the rack mounting rail (see Figure 9).
Figure 9 Removing the
Internal Chassis Rail (Right-
hand Shown)
2Install the internal chassis rails on the chassis tabs (see Figure 10):
aSlide the internal chassis rail toward the front of the chassis to engage the
chassis tabs.
bSecure with two Phillips screws on each side of the expansion module chassis.
Quick release latch
Rack mounting rail (expanded)
Internal chassis rail

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DXi6701/DXi6702
Figure 10 Installing the
Internal Chassis Rails
(Expansion Module)
3Install the rack mounting rails into the rack and secure them by engaging the rail
tabs into the hole pattern of the rack rails. If the rack rails have round holes, use the
adapter bracket provided in the accessory kit (see Figure 11).
Note: The rack mounting rails extend to support rack depths from 26.5 to 36.4
inches (67.3 to 92.5 cm).
Phillips screws (x 2)
Internal chassis rail
Phillips screws (x 2)
Internal chassis rail
Chassis tabs

18 Installing the DXi6701 or DXi6702 System
DXi6701/DXi6702 Installation and Configuration Guide
Figure 11 Installing the Rack
Mounting Rails
Rack mounting rails
Rackfront
Rack mounting rail tabs
Rack rail hole pattern (square holes)
Adapter bracket
Phillips screws
Rack rail hole pattern
(round holes)
Rack mounting
rail tabs
1U
1U
Slide release latch