StorCase Technology Data Silo DS100 User manual

StorCase® Technology
Data Silo®
DS100
External SCSI Ultra320
Expansion Chassis
User's Guide
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DS100 (Ultra320) User's Guide - Rev. A02 StorCase Tec nology, Inc.
StorCase® Technology
Data Silo®
DS100
External
SCSI Ultra320
Expansion Chassis
StorCase Technology, Inc.
17600 Newhope Street
Fountain Valley, CA 2708- 885
Phone [phone] Fax [phone]
User's Guide
Part No. D89-0000-0208 A02 May 2003
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LIMITED WARRANTY
STORCASE TECHNOLOGY, Incorporated (StorCase) warrants t at its products will be free
from defects in material and workmans ip, subject to t e conditions and limitations set fort
below. StorCase will, at its option, eit er repair or replace any part of its product t at proves
defective by reason of improper workmans ip or materials. Repair parts or replacement
products will be provided by StorCase on an exc ange basis, and will be eit er new or
reconditioned to be functionally equivalent to new.
T is warranty does not cover any product damage t at results from accident, abuse, misuse,
natural or personal disaster, external power surge or failure, or any unaut orized disassem-
bly, repair or modification. StorCase will not be responsible for any software, firmware or ot er
customer data stored wit in, or interfacing wit a StorCase product.
Duration of Warranty
Seven-Year Warranty: T e following StorCase products are covered by t is warranty for
a period of seven (7) years from t e original date of purc ase from StorCase or its aut orized
reseller: all Data Express® removable device enclosures and all StorCase interface cables and
accessories specifically intended for use wit t ese products. Data Silo®, Data Stacker® and
InfoStation® products are covered by t is warranty for a period of seven (7) years, excepting
t e RAID controller, power supply, fan and blower components, w ic are covered by t e
t ree-year warranty described below.
Three-Year Warranty: T e following StorCase products are covered by t is warranty for
a period of t ree (3) years from t e original date of purc ase from StorCase or its aut orized
reseller: all R ino®JR external expansion c assis, all R inoJR removable drive enclosures,
and all RAID controller modules. In addition, t e following components of t e Data Express,
Data Silo, Data Stacker, InfoStation products are subject to warranty for a period of t ree (3)
years: all power supplies, fans and blowers.
Warranty Claim Requirements
To obtain warranty service, t e defective product must be returned to your local aut orized
StorCase dealer or distributor, or, wit prior StorCase approval, to t e StorCase factory
service center.
For defective products returned directly to StorCase, a Return Material Aut orization (RMA)
number must be obtained by calling StorCase Customer Service at [phone]. T e RMA
number must be prominently displayed on t e outside of t e return package. S ipments must
be freig t-prepaid and insured, and must include t e product serial number, a detailed
description of t e problem experienced, and proof of t e original retail purc ase date. Products
must be properly packaged to prevent damage in transit. Damage resulting from improper
packaging will not be covered by t is warranty. T e StorCase factory service center is located
at 17650 New ope Street, Receiving Dock, Gate #4, Fountain Valley, CA 92780, U.S.A.
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Free Technical Support
StorCase provides free tec nical support. If you experience any difficulty during t e
installation or subsequent use of a StorCase product, please contact StorCases Tec nical
Support Department prior to servicing your system. T is warranty covers only repair or
replacement of defective StorCase products, as described above. StorCase is not liable for,
and does not cover under warranty, any costs associated wit servicing and/or installation
of StorCase products.
StorCase Tec nical Support can be reac ed in t e U.S. at [phone] or toll-free at (888)
435-5460 (U.S. and Canada only). StorCase European Tec nical Support can be reac ed in
t e U.K. at [phone].
Disclaimers
The foregoing is the complete warranty for the products identified above and
supersedes all other warranties and representations, whether oral or written.
StorCase expressly disclaims all warranties for the identified products, which are
not stated herein, including, to the extent permitted by applicable law, any implied
warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. In no event will
StorCase be liable to the purchaser, or to any user of a StorCase product, for any
damages, expenses, lost revenues, lost savings, lost profits, or any other
incidental or consequential damages arising from the purchase, use or inability
to use a StorCase product, even if StorCase has been advised of the possibility
of such damages.
Copyrig t © 2003 StorCase Tec nology. All rig ts reserved. All registered
trademarks are t e property of StorCase Tec nology. All ot er logos and trademarks
are properties of t eir respective companies.
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Declaration of Conformity
StorCase Tec nology, Inc.
17600 New ope Street
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
17600 New ope Street
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Data Silo DS100 (Ultra320)
S30A12X
EN 50081-1: 1992 Generic Emission
- EN 55022/CISPR22 Class B
EN 50082-1: 1992 Generic Immunity
- IEC 1000-4-2 ESD
- IEC 1000-4-3 Radiated Immunity
- IEC 1000-4-4 Electrical Fast Transient
EN 60950
CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 950-93
UL 1950
EN 60950: 1988 EN 60950/A2: 1991
EN 60950/A1: 1990
FCC Part 15, Class B
AS/NZS 3548 Information Tec nology Equipment
2002
Company Name:
Corporate Office Address:
Manufacturing Address:
Product Name:
Model Number:
Conforms to t e following standards:
EMC Directives:
(8 /336/EEC)
Low Voltage Directive:
(73/23/EEC)
Safety Standards:
CSA (NRTL/C)
TUV
EMI Standards:
EMC Standards:
Year of Manufacture:
Signature:___________________
Full name: Dieter Paul
Position: President
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Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement
RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT
T is equipment as been tested and found to comply wit t e limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of t e FCC Rules. T ese limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against armful interference in a residential installation. T is equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance wit
t e instructions, may cause armful interference to radio communications. However, t ere
is no guarantee t at interference will not occur in a particular installation. If t is equipment
does cause armful interference to radio or television reception, w ic can be determined by
turning t e equipment off and on, t e user is encouraged to try to correct t e interference by
one or more of t e following measures:
 Reorient or relocate t e receiving antenna.
 Increase t e separation between t e equipment and receiver.
 Connect t e equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from t at to w ic t e
receiver
is connected.
 Consult t e dealer or an experienced radio/TV tec nician for elp.
Warning: A s ielded-type power cord is required in order to meet FCC emission limits and also
to prevent interference to t e nearby radio and television reception. It is essential t at only
t e supplied power cord be used.
Use only s ielded cables to connect I/O devices to t is equipment.
You are cautioned t at c anges or modifications not expressly approved by t e party
responsible for compliance could void your aut ority to operate t at equipment.
T is device complies wit part 15 of t e FCC rules. Operation is subject to t e following two
conditions: (1) T is device may not cause armful interference, and (2) T is device must
accept any interference received, including interference t at may cause undesired operation.
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Important Safety Instructions
1. Read all t ese instructions.
2. Save t ese instructions for later use.
3. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on t e product.
4. Do not use t is product near water.
5. T is product s ould be operated from t e type of power source indicated on t e
marking label. If you are not sure of t e type of power available, consult your dealer
or local power company.
6. Do not attempt to service t is product yourself, as opening or removing covers may
expose you to dangerous voltage points or ot er risk. Refer all servicing to service
personnel.
Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise
1. Diese Hinweise sollten vollständig durc gelesen werden.
2. Diese Hinweise für einen späteren Gebrauc aufbewa ren.
3. Allen auf dem Gerät angebrac ten Warnungen und Hinweisen folgen.
4. Das Gerät nic t in der Nä e von Wasser verwenden.
5. Das Gerät nur mit dem Aufkleber bezeic neten Netzspannung betreiben. Bei Fragen
über die Art der Netzspannung sollte der Händler oder das
Energieversorgungsunterne men zu rate gezogen werden.
6. Nic t versuc en das Produkt selbst zu reparieren. In allen Produkten existieren
gefä rlic e elektrisc e Spannugen. Nic t das Ge äuse öffnen.
7. Wartungsarbeiten nur von qualifiziertern Kundendienstpersonal ausfü ren laßen.
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Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................... 1
Packaging Information .................................................................................................. 1
Serial Number ................................................................................................................ 1
General Description ...................................................................................................... 2
Front Panel ............................................................................................................ 4
Rear Panel ............................................................................................................. 5
INSTALLATION ...................................................................................................................... 6
Installing t e Drive(s) into t e DS100 .......................................................................... 6
Removing t e DS100 Cover................................................................................. 6
Drive Preparation .................................................................................................. 7
Drive Installation ................................................................................................. 10
Connecting t e DS100 to t e Computer System ...................................................... 15
Selecting t e SCSI ID Number .................................................................................... 17
APPENDICES ........................................................................................................................ 19
Appendix A - Specifications/Dimensions .................................................................. 20
Appendix B - Fuse Removal ...................................................................................... 22
Reader's Comments ............................................................................................................ 23
L st of F gures
Figure 1: Data Silo DS100 Family .................................................................................. 2
Figure 2: Data Silo DS100 Drive Installation Overview ................................................ 3
Figure 3: DS100 Front Panel .......................................................................................... 4
Figure 4: DS100 Rear Panel .......................................................................................... 5
Figure 5: Cover Screw Location ................................................................................... 6
Figure 6: Removing t e Cover ....................................................................................... 7
Figure 7: 8-Bit SCSI ID Cable Connection ..................................................................... 8
Figure 8: 16-Bit SCSI ID Cable Connection ................................................................... 9
Figure 9: Removing t e Filler Panel ............................................................................. 10
Figure 10: Removing t e Drive Mounting Bracket ........................................................ 11
Figure 11: Attac ing t e 3.5" Adapter Brackets to t e Drive ...................................... 11
Figure 12: Installing t e Drive into t e Drive Mounting Bracket ................................... 12
Figure 13: Installing t e DS100 2-Bay Drive Mounting Bracket ................................... 13
Figure 14: Installing t e Drive into t e DS100 4-Bay Drive Mounting Bracket ............ 14
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L st of F gures (cont'd)
Figure 15: SCSI ID Selection Switc es ......................................................................... 16
Figure 16: Typical DS100 Connection........................................................................... 17
Figure A-1: DS100 P ysical Dimensions ........................................................................ 21
Figure B-1: Removing t e Fuse ...................................................................................... 22
NOTICE: T is User's Guide is subject to periodic updates wit out notice. W ile reasonable
efforts ave been made to ensure t e accuracy of t is document, StorCase
Tec nology, Inc. assumes no liability resulting from errors or omissions in t is
publication, or from t e use of t e information contained erein.
Please c eck t e StorCase web site at ttp://www.storcase.com or contact your
StorCase representative for t e latest revision of t is document.
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INT ODUCTION
Packag ngInformat on
T e StorCase Tec nology Data Silo® external expansion c assis is s ipped in a container
designed to provide protection and prevent damage during s ipment. T e Data Silo was
carefully inspected before and during t e packing procedure at t e factory. Evidence of any
damage to t e Data Silo s ould be reported to t e s ipper immediately.
If t e wrong Data Silo model as been received, please call your reseller or StorCase at (800)
435-0642 to arrange for a Return Material Aut orization (RMA). StorCase cannot accept
returns w ic do not display an RMA number on t e outside of t e package. Return t e unit
wit all t e original packing materials.
Before removing any component from its packaging, disc arge any static electricity by
touc ing a properly grounded metal object.
Ser al Number
T e DS100 is labeled wit a serial number. T is number must be reported to t e StorCase
Customer Service Representative in order to receive a Return Material Aut orization (RMA)
for warranty claims. Locate t e serial number label and record t e number in t e space
provided below.
Ser al Number:
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GeneralDescription
NOTE: T e Ultra320 DS100 does not support daisy-c aining.
T e StorCase Tec nology Data Silo® Ultra320 DS100 series of stand-alone expansion
c assis provide rugged and reliable ousing for SCSI Ultra320 storage devices. T is line of
storage enclosures is available in various versions, supporting 3.5" and 5.25" form factor, full-
eig t, alf- eig t, and low profile (1" ig ) devices.
T e DS100 is available in single, dual, and quad bay configurations (Figure 1). Eac c assis
is constructed of rugged steel and is equipped wit auto-switc ing power supply(ies), power-
on and drive status LEDs, ig ly-rated cooling fan(s), and all necessary internal wiring and
mounting ardware. Removable front filler panel(s) facilitate t e mounting of fixed media
devices.
T e DS100 U320 is available wit one (1) 68-pin VHDCI (for SCSI Ultra320) connector only.
All DS100 models come wit externally mounted SCSI ID selection switc (es) for easy unit
ID selection.
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Figure 1: Data Silo DS100 Family
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Figure 2: Data Silo DS100 Drive Installation Overview
(DS100 2-Bay Shown
T is User's Guide describes t e steps required for installing drive(s) into t e Data Silo DS100
external expansion c assis. T e illustrations and instructions contained in t is manual are
generally representative of all Data Silo DS100 models. Your Data Silo may differ slig tly from
t e illustrations s own. Alt oug eac Data Silo model contains different drive bay or I/O
configurations, t e installation process is basically t e same for all models.
T is guide is intended to supplement documentation provided wit t e ost computer system,
t e operating system, and t e drive(s) to be installed wit in t e Data Silo. Figure 2 below
illustrates a typical drive installation into a Data Silo DS100 external expansion c assis.
SCSI ID
FACTORYNEW
WARNING
RIGHT SIDE
LEFT SIDE
Fan
0530A
SCSI ID Cable
(Connects ID
Selection Switch
to Drive)
Terminator
I/O Matin
Connectors
SCSI ID Select
Connector
StorCase
I/O Cable
5.25 Drive
Mountin Bracket
DC Power Cable
3.5 Drive
Adapter Brackets
3.5 Drive
(Not Included)
Power
Supply
Power
ON LED
Removable
Front Filler
Panel
Drive
Fault LED
Drive
Activity
LED
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Figure 3: DS100 Front Panel
(DS100 2-Bay Shown
StorCase
FrontPanel
(Figure 3)
Chassis Power LED - Indicates t at power is being supplied to t e DS100 c assis.
Removable Filler Panels - Accommodate removable media devices (CD-ROM, DAT
drives, etc.)
Drive Activity Indicator - Provides a visual indication of drive activity. T is LED is
oused in t e removable filler panel(s) and provides connectors w ic can easily be
attac ed to t e installed drive(s) wit in t e DS100 c assis.
Drive Fault Indicator - Provides a visual indication of t e status of eac installed
drive. T is LED is oused in t e removable filler panel(s) and provides connectors
w ic can easily be attac ed to t e installed drive(s) wit in t e DS100 c assis. Not
all ard drives offer a drive fault feature (refer to t e drive manufacturer's documen-
tation for drive fault signal connection).
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DS100 RearPanel
(Figure 4)
 SCSI ID Select Switch(es) - Provide SCSI ID selection. T e DS100 uses one (1),
two (2), or four (4) rotating switc es depending on model (refer to Selecting the
SCSI ID Number for additional information).
 Fuse - A fuse located on t e rear panel protects t e DS100 circuitry (refer to Ap-
pendix B for fuse removal and installation information).
Power Switch - Provides power to t e DS100 c assis.
 A/C Connector - Accepts U.S. and ot er available international standard power
cables. Contact StorCase for furt er ordering information.
 I/O Connector - T e DS100 is available wit one (1) 68-pin VHDCI (for SCSI
Ultra320) connector.
NOTE: T e Ultra320 DS100 does not support daisy-c aining.
Figure 4: DS100 Rear Panel
(DS100 2-Bay Shown
S1 S2
SCSI I/D
Select Switches
Power
Switch
A/C
Power In
I/O Connector
(V DCI)
Fuse
0527C
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INSTALLATION
NOTE: T e Ultra320 DS100 does not support daisy-c aining.
Install ng the Dr ve(s) nto the DS100
W ile performing t e steps in t is section, work on a soft surface to prevent excessive s ock
to t e drive(s) being installed. Also refer to t e manufacturer's documentation provided wit
t e drive(s). A #2 P illips and a flat blade screwdriver will be required.
Remov ng the DS100 Cover
WARNING: Remove ALL power from t e Data Silo before removing t e cover. T e Data Silo
contains NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS inside t e unit.
1. Unplug t e DS100 and verify t at ALL cables ave been disconnected.
2. Turn t e DS100 over and place it on a soft clean surface, so t at t e bottom is facing
upward.
3. Loosen t e two (2) screws located on t e bottom of t e unit. T e DS100 4-bay cover
uses a t ird, center screw. Remove it completely from t e bottom of t e c assis.
4. Place t e DS100 in an uprig t position so t at it rests on its four rubber feet.
5. Remove t e screw(s) located on t e rear panel of t e c assis as s own in Figure 5.
6. Carefully slide t e top cover forward and off t e c assis (Figure 6).
Figure 5: Cover Screw Location
(2-Bay and 4-Bay Models Shown
S3S4
S1S2
S1S2
0532A
Remove
Center Screw
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Installation 7
Figure 6: Removing the Cover
(2-Bay Shown
Dr ve Preparat on
1. Remove t e drive from its protective packaging.
2. Plastic Drive Bezel - If installing a ard drive w ic is equipped wit a plastic front
bezel, remove t e drive bezel.
3. SCSI Drive Termination - Disable SCSI termination from t e drive. Refer to t e
documentation provided by t e drive manufacturer for t e location of t ese terminators
or jumpers. Termination is provided by an internal terminator on t e DS100.
4. SCSI Drive ID Select Jumpers - Locate t e SCSI ID select jumper pins on t e drive,
and remove any jumpers on t ese pins. T e DS100 SCSI ID cable will be attac ed to
t ese pins on eac drive (Figures 7 & 8).
5. SCSI ID Cable - Eac DS100 is supplied wit one SCSI ID select cable per drive bay.
T e ID cable permits external unit ID selection via a small switc located on t e rear
panel of t e DS100 (Figure 4). One end of t is cable attac es to t e drive SCSI ID pins
and t e ot er end attac es to t e DS100 unit ID select switc . T e cable is designed
to connect to drives wit 2mm ID select pins.
NOTE: Depending upon t e model, t e DS100 uses one of two different types of SCSI ID
select switc connectors. One connector contains 0.1" pin spacing wit a
matc ing SCSI ID cable. T e ot er type of SCSI ID connector contains 2mm pin
spacing wit a matc ing SCSI ID cable (Figures 7 & 8).
S1S2
0534A
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IF INSTALLING A 8-BIT SCSI DEVICE:
T e unit ID cable contains black, brown, red/black, and orange wires. Attac t ree (3)
connectors from t e SCSI ID select cable to t e appropriate 2mm drive pins (Figure 7). T e
fourt (orange) wire is not used for t e 8-bit installation.
T e single black wire plugs into t e drive pin used to select ID1, t e brown wire plugs into
t e drive pin for ID2, t e red/black wire plugs into t e drive pin for ID4. T e orange wire
is not used for t is interface.
In most cases, t e drive manufacturer labels eac pair of SCSI ID select pins in significant bit
order (0, 1, and 2). One row of drive pins is t e signal row, and one row is designated for
ground (refer to t e drive manufacturer's documentation for specific pin configurations).
T e DS100 ID select cable provides 2mm, 2-conductor drive connectors. A single wire
attac es to one side of eac connector (wit t e exception of t e red/black connector). T e
cable side of eac connector must align wit t e signal pin on t e drive. On t e red/black
connector, t e red wire aligns wit t e signal pin on t e drive and t e black wire aligns wit
t e ground pin.
NOTE: Some versions of t e Data Silo ave a reversible ID select cable. T is cable may
be attac ed to eit er 2mm or 1.25mm drive pins.
Figure 7: 8-Bit SCSI ID Cable Connection
ID Select Cable (2mm) from
Data Silo ID Select Connector
0
1
2
Typical Drive 8-Bit Single-Ended ID Select Pins
(Pins vary on each drive model. See Drive
Manufacturer's Manual.)
0538A
Signal Row
Black (ID0)
Brown (ID1)
Red (ID2)
Black (GND)
GND Row
ID Select
Cable
2mm Drive
Connectors
Black (ID0)
Brown (ID1)
Red (ID2)/Black (GND)
Orange (Not Used)
TO
SCSI ID Select
Connector (1.25mm)
SCSI ID Select
Connector (2mm)
ID0 ID1 ID2 Not Used
Ground
Row
Pin 1
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Figure 8: 16-Bit SCSI ID Cable Connection
IF INSTALLING A 16-BIT SCSI DEVICE:
T e unit ID cable contains black, brown, red/black, and orange wires. Attac four (4)
connectors from t e SCSI ID select cable to t e appropriate 2mm drive pins (Figure 8).
T e single black wire plugs into t e drive pin used to select ID1, t e brown wire plugs into
t e drive pin for ID2, t e red/black wire plugs into t e drive pin for ID4 and t e orange wire
plugs into t e drive pin to select ID8.
In most cases, t e drive manufacturer labels eac pair of SCSI ID select pins in significant bit
order (0, 1, and 2). One row of drive pins is t e signal row, and one row is designated for
ground (refer to t e drive manufacturer's documentation for specific pin configurations).
T e Data Silo ID select cable provides 2mm, 2-conductor drive connectors. A single wire
attac es to one side of eac connector (wit t e exception of t e red/black connector). T e
cable side of eac connector must align wit t e signal pin on t e drive. On t e red/black
connector, t e red wire aligns wit t e signal pin on t e drive and t e black wire aligns wit
t e ground pin.
NOTE: Some versions of t e Data Silo ave a reversible ID select cable. T is cable may
be attac ed to eit er 2mm or 1.25mm drive pins.
Signal Row
Black (ID0)
Brown (ID1)
Red (ID2)
Orange (ID3)
Black (GND)
GND Row
0
1
2
3
TO
Typical Drive 1 -Bit Single-Ended ID Select Pins
(Pins vary on each drive model. See Drive
Manufacturer's Manual.)
ID Select
Cable
ID Select Cable (2mm) from
Data Silo ID Select Connector
0537A
2mm Drive
Connectors
Orange (ID3)
Black (ID0)
Red (ID2)/Black (GND)
Brown (ID1)
SCSI ID Select
Connector
(1.25mm)
SCSI ID Select
Connector (2mm)
ID0 ID1 ID2 ID3
Ground
Row
Pin 1
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Dr ve Installat on
T e process of installing a drive into t e DS100 c assis varies slig tly, depending upon t e
model. DS100 1-bay and 2-bay models require t e removal of t e drive mounting bracket to
access drive mounting screws. T e DS100 4-bay does not require t e removal of t e drive
mounting bracket.
IF INSTALLING A DRIVE INTO THE DS100 1-BAY OR DS100 2-BAY:
1. Turn t e DS100 over and place it on a soft clean surface, so t at t e bottom is facing
upward.
2. Loosen but do not remove t e four (4) screws t at secure t e drive mounting bracket
to t e DS100 c assis (Figure 10).
3. Place t e DS100 in an uprig t position so t at it rests on its four rubber feet.
4. Remove t e drive mounting bracket from t e c assis by sliding it toward t e c assis
back panel, t en lifting upward.
Figure 9: Removing the Filler Panel
Use Flat Blade
Screwdriver to
Remove Filler Panel
0535A
Terminator
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Installation 11
SCSI ID
FACTORY NEW
WARNING
RIGHT SIDE
LEFT SIDE
3.5 Drive
(Not Included)
Adapter Bracket
(1 Pair per Drive Bay)
#6-32 Phillips
Pan Hd. Screw
(4 Plcs per Drive)
0543
Figure 11: Attaching the 3.5" Adapter Brackets to the Drive
5. If installing any 3.5" devices into t e DS100, attac t e 3.5" adapter brackets (included)
to t e drives before installing t em into t e drive mounting bracket (Figure 11). T e
adapter brackets can be attac ed to t e drive wit four (4) #6-32 P illips screws.
6. Attac t e drive activity and drive fault LED cables to t e appropriate drive pins (refer
to t e device manufacturer's documentation for t e location of t ese pins).
Figure 10: Removing the Drive Mounting Bracket
(DS100 2-Bay Shown
0540A
S1S2
Drive Mounting
Bracket Screws
(4 Plcs)
Drive Mounting
Bracket
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