Quantum DXi6902 Operator's manual

READ THIS FIRST
THIS DOCUMENT PROVIDES INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE DXi6902 SYSTEM.
IMPORTANT - BEFORE YOU BEGIN:
1. Read this entire document before your
start to unpack or install the system.
2. Make sure that you have all boxes that
shipped with the system.
3. Install and cable all elements of the
complete system in a rack before following
the power on sequence.

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DXi6902
DXi6902 Installation and
Configuration Guide
This guide provides hardware installation and initial system configuration
instructions for the Quantum DXi6902 disk backup system (see Figure 1).
For more information, see the Quantum DXi6902 User’s Guide (6-68159).
Note: Make sure to take the online training for the DXi6902 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 DXi6902 Components
Note: This Installation and Configuration Guide is for DXi6902 with DXi
3.0.2_69 Software.
DXi6902 Node
DXi6902 Array Module (RBOD) and Expansion Module (EBOD)
Contents
DXi6902 Configurations......................... 2
Choosing a Location .............................. 4
Installation Requirements.................. 4
Rack Space Requirements .................. 4
Environmental Conditions ................. 4
Preparing for the Installation ................ 5
Necessary Tools .................................. 5
Taking ESD Precautions ...................... 5
DXi6902 Installation Overview .............. 6
Unpacking the DXi6902 ......................... 7
Unpacking the DXi6902 Node............ 7
Unpacking the Additional Node
Components....................................... 9
Unpacking the DXi6902 Array Module
or Expansion Module ....................... 10
Installing Components in the DXi6902
Node..................................................... 12
Opening the Node Cover ................. 12
Installing the Memory Modules....... 15
Installing the Optional i350 or X520
Network Card................................... 18
Closing the Node Cover ................... 21
Installing the DXi6902 System in the
Rack...................................................... 22
Determining the Order of the
Components in the Rack.................. 22
Locating the Mounting Position ...... 24
Installing the DXi6902 Array Module
or Expansion Module ....................... 24
Installing the DXi6902 Node............ 26
Cabling the DXi6902 ........................ 29
Initializing the Storage Arrays and
Software............................................... 35
Performing Initial Configuration ......... 45
Completing the Getting Started
Wizard .............................................. 45
Connecting the Ethernet Cables ...... 54
Installing the Capacity License ........ 56
Taking Next Steps............................. 58
Troubleshooting ................................... 61

2DXi6902 Configurations
DXi6902 Installation and Configuration Guide
DXi6902 Configurations
The Quantum DXi6902 can be ordered in the following configurations (see Table 1).
Table 1 DXi6902
Configurations
Configuration
Licensed
Usable
Capacity**
Nominal
Capacity*
System
Memory
Array
Modules
(RBODs)
Expansion
Modules
(EBODs)
To t a l R a c k
Space
Required
DXi6902
•1Node(2U)
•8x6GbSASports(4
usable)
• 4 x 8 Gb Fibre Channel ports
(ingest and read)
• 2 x 8 Gb Fibre Channel ports
(path to tape, or ingest and
read)
• 2 x 10 GbE (SFP+) Ethernet
ports
• 3 x 1 GbE Ethernet ports
• (Optional) Additional
network adapter providing
2 x 10 GbE (SFP+) Ethernet
ports or 4 x 1 GbE Ethernet
ports
17 TB /
34 TB
48 TB 128 GB 104U
51 TB /
68 TB
96 TB 128 GB 116U
85 TB /
102 TB
144 TB 128 GB 128U
119 TB /
136 TB
192 TB 256 GB 1310U
153 TB /
170 TB
240 TB 256 GB 1412U
187 TB /
204 TB
288 TB 256 GB 1514U
221 TB /
238 TB
336 TB 256 GB 1616U
255 TB /
272 TB
384 TB 256 GB 1718U
289 TB /
306 TB
432 TB 256 GB 2720U
323 TB /
340 TB
480 TB 256 GB 2822U
357 TB /
374 TB
528 TB 256 GB 2924U
391 TB /
408 TB
576 TB 256 GB 210 26U
425 TB /
442 TB
624 TB 256 GB 211 28U

DXi6902 Configurations 3
DXi6902
459 TB /
476 TB
672 TB 256 GB 212 30U
493 TB /
510 TB
720 TB 256 GB 213 32U
* 1 TB = 1,000,000,000,000 bytes
** Usable storage capacity for installed Array or Expansion modules can be upgraded at any time after purchase in increments of
17 TB, up to a total of 34 TB per module. Storage capacity upgrades are enabled simply by adding a license key. 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
DXi6902 User’s Guide (6-68159) for instructions on completing the capacity
upgrade.
Configuration
Licensed
Usable
Capacity**
Nominal
Capacity*
System
Memory
Array
Modules
(RBODs)
Expansion
Modules
(EBODs)
To t a l R a c k
Space
Required

4Choosing a Location
DXi6902 Installation and Configuration Guide
Choosing a Location
Quantum recommends installing the DXi6902 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 DXi6902 system, consider the following
requirements:
•Installation Requirements
•Rack Space Requirements
•Environmental Conditions
Installation
Requirements
Review the DXi6902 Site Planning Guide (6-68161) to ensure that your site meets the
installation requirements for the DXi6902.
Rack Space
Requirements
Tabl e 2 contains the rack requirements for the DXi6902 components.
Table 2 DXi6902 Rack
Requirements
Environmental
Conditions
The installation site must have the following environmental conditions:
•Humidity: 20% to 80% (non-condensing) with a maximum humidity gradient of
10% per hour
•Temperature: 10° to 35°C (50° to 95°F) with a maximum temperature gradient of
10°C per hour
•Altitude: –16m to 3048 m (–50 to 10,000 ft)
DXi6902 Node Array Module (RBOD)
Expansion Module
(EBOD)
Height 2U, 3.4 inches (8.7 cm) 2U, 3.4 inches (8.7 cm) 2U, 3.4 inches (8.7 cm)
Width (side to side) 17.5 inches (44.4 cm) 17.8 inches (45.1 cm) 17.8 inches (45.1 cm)
Depth (front to back) 28.6 Inches (72.6 cm) 21.8 inches (55.2 cm) 21.8 inches (55.2 cm)
Weight (stand alone) 53.0 pounds (24.0 kg) 59.0 pounds (26.8 kg) 57.0 pounds (25.9 kg)
Air Clearance Open 4 inches (10.2 cm) behind unit for proper air flow

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These environmental conditions apply when the DXi6902 system is in operation. For
additional specifications, refer to the
DXi6902 Site Planning Guide (6-68161).
Preparing for the Installation
Before you begin the installation procedure, make the preparations described in the
following sections:
•Necessary Tools
•Taking ESD Precautions
Necessary Tools The following tools are required for unpacking and installing the DXi6902 system:
• #2 Phillips screwdriver
• Small flat head screwdriver
• Notebook computer and Ethernet cable (for initial system configuration)
Note: The service password is required to perform initial system configuration.
(Contact Quantum ASPS for the service password.)
Taking ESD Precautions Some components within the DXi6902 system contain static-sensitive parts. To avoid
damaging these parts while performing installation procedures, always observe the
following precautions:
• Keep the DXi6902 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.

6DXi6902 Installation Overview
DXi6902 Installation and Configuration Guide
DXi6902 Installation Overview
Depending on the configuration, the DXi6902 system components ship in one or more
boxes. Each box includes a label that notes the number of the box and the total number
of boxes in the shipment (for example, box 1 of 3). MAKE SURE THAT YOU HAVE ALL
BOXES IN THE SHIPMENT BEFORE YOU BEGIN THE INSTALLATION.
Tabl e 3 provides an overview of the installation process for each DXi6902 configuration.
Locate your configuration in the table to see the components you need to install and the
procedures to follow. YOU MUST INSTALL ALL NODE COMPONENTS, INSTALL THE
NODE, ARRAY MODULES, AND EXPANSION MODULES IN THE RACK, AND CONNECT
ALL CABLES BEFORE FOLLOWING THE POWER UP SEQUENCE.
Table 3 DXi6902 Component
Installation Overview
DXi6902
Configuration Components to Install Procedures to Complete
17–34 TB 1 DXi6902 Node
• (Optional) Dual Port X520 10 GbE
Card
or Quad Port i350 1 GbE Card
1 Array Module (RBOD)
1Unpacking the DXi6902 on page 7
2(Optional) Installing Components in the DXi6902 Node
on page 12
aOpening the Node Cover on page 12
bInstalling the Optional i350 or X520 Network Card
on page 18
cClosing the Node Cover on page 21
3Installing the DXi6902 System in the Rack on page 22
51–102 TB 1 DXi6902 Node
• (Optional) Dual Port X520 10 GbE
Card
or Quad Port i350 1 GbE Card
1 Array Module (RBOD)
1 or 2 Expansion Modules (EBODs)
1Unpacking the DXi6902 on page 7
2(Optional) Installing Components in the DXi6902 Node
on page 12
aOpening the Node Cover on page 12
bInstalling the Optional i350 or X520 Network Card
on page 18
cClosing the Node Cover on page 21
3Installing the DXi6902 System in the Rack on page 22
119–510 TB 1 DXi6902 Node
• 16 GB Memory Module x 8
• (Optional) Dual Port X520 10 GbE
Card
or Quad Port i350 1 GbE Card
1 or 2 Array Modules (RBODs)
3 to 13 Expansion Modules (EBODs)
1Unpacking the DXi6902 on page 7
2Installing Components in the DXi6902 Node on
page 12
aOpening the Node Cover on page 12
bInstalling the Memory Modules on page 15
cInstalling the Optional i350 or X520 Network Card
on page 18
dClosing the Node Cover on page 21
3Installing the DXi6902 System in the Rack on page 22

Unpacking the DXi6902 7
DXi6902
Unpacking the DXi6902
By following these unpacking instructions, you help ensure that the system will continue
to be safeguarded after it arrives at the installation site:
•Unpacking the DXi6902 Node
•Unpacking the DXi6902 Array Module or Expansion Module
Caution: Make sure to retain all packing materials, as well as the documentation and
other items included in the shipping box. The packaging materials
must be
used if the system is relocated.
WARNING: The DXi6902 Node, Array module (RBOD), and Expansion module (EBOD)
weigh 53.0 pounds (24.0 kg), 59.0 pounds (26.8 kg), and 57.0 pounds
(25.9 kg) respectively. A minimum of two people are required to lift either
chassis.
Unpacking the DXi6902
Node
The box containing the DXi6902 Node contains the following items:
• Rack mount rails
• Cable management straps
• Accessory kit, which includes the following:
• Documentation kit:
• Installation Guide
• DXi6902 User Essentials
• Quantum Products Regulatory Documentation CD
• Registration (Warranty) card
•BaseNodekit:
• C13 to C14 power cord (2)
• North American power cord (2)
• Cable, CAT6, RJ45, non-plenum, blue solid, 25 feet (3)
• Cable kit Fibre Channel HBA (1):
• Cable, 10 GB, 6 meter (6)
• Node bezel and bezel keys
One of the following 10 GbE network cable kits ships with the Node in a separate box,
depending on configuration:
• Cable kit dual 10 GbE NIC (Optical) - Cable, 10 GbE, 10 meter, with SFP+ (2)
• Cable kit dual 10 GbE NIC (Twinax) - Cable, 10 GbE, 5 meter (2)

8Unpacking the DXi6902
DXi6902 Installation and Configuration Guide
Carefully unpack and remove the components from the packing materials (see Figure 2).
Figure 2 Unpacking the
DXi6902 Node
DXi6902 Node
Box
Bezel (key taped to back)=
Rack mount rails
Accessory kit
Foam

Unpacking the DXi6902 9
DXi6902
Unpacking the
Additional Node
Components
Depending on the configuration, additional Node components may ship in separate
boxes along with the rest of the system (see DXi6902 Installation Overview on page 6):
• 16 GB memory module (8)
• i350 1 GbE network card or X520 10 GbE network card
One of the following network cable kits ships with the optional network card,
depending on configuration:
• Cable kit quad 1GbE NIC - Cable, CAT6, RJ45, non-plenum, blue solid, 25 feet (4)
• Cable kit dual 10 GbE NIC (Optical) - Cable, 10 GbE, 10 meter, with SFP+ (2)
• Cable kit dual 10 GbE NIC (Twinax) - Cable, 10 GbE, 5 meter (2)
Carefully unpack and remove the components from the packing materials (see Figure 3).
Figure 3 Unpacking the
Additional DXi6902 Node
Components
16 GB Memory Module
i350 1 GbE Card X520 10 GbE Card

10 Unpacking the DXi6902
DXi6902 Installation and Configuration Guide
Unpacking the DXi6902
Array Module or
Expansion Module
Depending on the configuration, 1–2 Array Modules (RBODs) and 0–13 Expansion
Modules (EBODs) ship in separate boxes along with the rest of the system (see DXi6902
Installation Overview on page 6).
Caution: Make sure to retain all packing materials, as well as the documentation and
other items included in the shipping box. The packaging materials
must be
used if the system is relocated.
Caution: DXi6902 NetApp Co-Branded EMEA systems contain NetApp Array
Modules (RBOD) and Expansion Modules (EBOD). Do not mix Quantum
Modules with NetApp Modules.
WARNING: The DXi6902 Array Module (RBOD) and Expansion Module (EBOD) weigh
59.0 pounds (26.8 kg) and 57.0 pounds (25.9 kg) respectively. A
minimum of two people are required to lift either chassis.
The box containing the DXi6902 Array module (RBOD) or Expansion module (EBOD)
contains the following items:
• Rack mount rails
• Screws and spacers
• Accessory kit, which includes the following:
• C13 to C14 power cord (2)
• North American power cord (2)
• (Array Module) 2m mini-SAS to mini-SAS HD interconnect cable (4)
Note: NetApp Co-Branded EMEA Array Module mini-SAS cables ship in a
separate box.
• (Expansion Module) 1m mini-SAS interconnect cable (2)
•Endcapset
Carefully unpack and remove the components from the packing materials (see Figure 4).

Unpacking the DXi6902 11
DXi6902
Figure 4 Unpacking the
DXi6902 Array Module or
Expansion Module
Foam
DXi6902 Array/Expansion module
Box
Rack mount rails
End caps
SAS and AC power cables

12 Installing Components in the DXi6902 Node
DXi6902 Installation and Configuration Guide
Installing Components in the DXi6902 Node
If the DXi6902 shipped with additional Node components, you must install these
additional components in the Node before installing the system in the rack and turning
it on (see DXi6902 Installation Overview on page 6).
To install the additional Node components, see the following sections:
•Opening the Node Cover on page 12
•Installing the Memory Modules on page 15
•Installing the Optional i350 or X520 Network Card on page 18
•Closing the Node Cover on page 21
Opening the Node
Cover
To open the DXi6902 Node cover:
WARNING: The DXi6902 Node (including hard drives) weighs 53.0 pounds (24.0 kg).
A minimum of two people are required to lift the chassis.
1Set the Node on a flat, stable surface.
2Make sure that no cables (power, Ethernet, Fibre Channel, or SAS) are connected to
the Node.
3Press and hold the power button on the front of the Node for three seconds to fully
drain the system of stored power prior to removing the cover (see Figure 5).
Figure 5 Node Power Button
System Node (Front)
Power Button

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4On the Node cover, rotate the latch release lock counterclockwise to the unlocked
position (see Figure 6).
Figure 6 Removing the Node
Cover
5Lift the latch on top of the Node and slide the cover back.
6Grasp the cover on both sides, and carefully lift the cover away from the Node.
7Remove the cooling shroud by holding the touch points and lifting the shroud away
from the Node (see Figure 7).
Figure 7 Removing the
Cooling Shroud
Node cover
Latch Latch release lock
Cooling shroud

14 Installing Components in the DXi6902 Node
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Figure 8 illustrates the interior of the DXi6902 Node with the cover removed.
Figure 8 Inside the DXi6902
Node
1
0
2
3
1
0
2
3
Cooling shroud
Memory modules
Expansion card riser 1
- Optional X520 network card
or
- Optional i350 network card

Installing Components in the DXi6902 Node 15
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Installing the Memory
Modules
The Node has 24 memory sockets divided into 2 sets (A and B) of 12 slots each. Each set
(A or B) is dedicated to one CPU. The Node ships from the factory with 16 GB memory
modules (DIMMs) pre-installed in 8 memory sockets, for a total of 128 GB of memory.
For 119 TB and larger configurations, install the 8 provided 16 GB memory modules in
the Node (see Ta ble 4). Memory modules
must be installed in the correct sockets in
order for the system to function properly (see Figure 9).
Note: Memory socket numbers are displayed on the clear window on the cooling
shroud.
Table 4 DXi6902 Memory
Configurations DXi6902
Configuration
Total System
Memory Actions to Take
17–102 TB
1 RBOD
1–2 EBODs
128 GB • No action required. 8 memory modules are
pre-installed in slots A1–A4 and B1–B4
(white sockets).
119–510 TB
1 or 2 RBODs
3 or more EBODs
256 GB • Leave the pre-installed modules in slots
A1–A4 and B1–B4 ( white sockets).
• Install 8 memory modules in slots A5–A8
and B5–B8 ( black sockets).

16 Installing Components in the DXi6902 Node
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Figure 9 Node Memory
Module Locations
White sockets - 8 memory modules are pre-installed at the factory for all configurations
Black sockets - Install 8 memory modules for 119 TB and larger configurations
Green sockets - Not used

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DXi6902
To install the memory modules in the DXi6902 Node:
Caution: Use appropriate ESD precautions, including the use of a grounding strap,
when performing this procedure.
Caution: Handle the memory modules by the card edges and avoid touching the
components on the memory module.
1Remove the plastic memory blank from the socket by pressing down and out on the
ejectors on each end of the socket until the memory blank pops out of the socket
(see Figure 10). (The plastic memory blanks are recyclable.)
Figure 10 Installing a Memory
Module
2Align the memory module’s edge connector with the alignment key of the memory
module socket, and insert the memory module in the socket.
Note: The memory module socket has an alignment key that allows you to install
the memory module in the socket in only one way.
3Press down on the memory module with your thumbs until the ejector latches snap
into a locked position.
4Repeat steps 1–3 for each memory module.
5Replace the cooling shroud:
aAlign the tabs on the cooling shroud with the securing slots on the chassis (see
Figure 11).
Memory module
Ejector latch
Socket alignment key

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Figure 11 Replacing the
Cooling Shroud
bLower the cooling shroud into the chassis until it is firmly seated.
Note: For proper seating of the cooling shroud in the chassis, ensure that the
cables inside the system are routed along the chassis
Installing the Optional
i350 or X520 Network
Card
The following network card options are available for all DXi6902 configurations (see
Tabl e 5):
•Dual port 10 GbE (X520) card - Provides two 10 GbE (SFP+) Ethernet ports.
•Quad port 1 GbE (i350) card - Provides four 1 GbE Ethernet ports.
The additional Ethernet ports can be used for management, replication, or data traffic.
If ordered with the configuration, install the provided optional network card in PCIe slot
2, located in expansion card riser 1 (see Figure 12).
Cooling shroud