Tandberg Data RDX QuikStation 4 Operating and maintenance instructions

Quick Start Guide
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RDX® QuikStation™ 4
1U Storage Appliance
Step 1
It is essential to activate your warranty. Technical and warranty support are not
available until the warranty is active:
1. Go to http://Registration.tandbergdata.com/
and select Service & Support > My
Products.
2. At the Site Login, enter your email address
and password, and click GO.
3. Click Register New Product.
4. Fill in the information (including serial number)
and click Submit.
Your warranty certificate will be emailed to you. Follow the instructions included
in the email to complete the registration process.
Unpack the Unit
Place the unit and any supplied RDX cartridges on a secure surface. Ensure that
the airflow around the front and back of the unit is not obstructed, there is
minimal dust, and there is a minimum of 12 cm free space in front of the unit to
allow the operators to safely remove the RDX cartridges.
If using a desktop unit, proceed to Step 3.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to equipment, always
remove any power cords while working with the unit.
WARNUNG: Um das Risiko eines elektrischen Schlags oder Schäden am Gerät
zu vermeiden, ziehen Sie stets den Netzstecker, bevor Sie an der Einheit
arbeiten.
AVERTISSEMENT: Pour réduire le risque de choc électrique ou
endommagement de l'équipement, retirez toujours les cordons électriques en
travaillant avec l'appareil.
Rack-mount
Desktop
Enter
Enter
Step 2
Install Rails in Rack
The rack-mounted RDX QuikStation is designed for use in a a 19-inch rack using
1U of rack space. The length of the power cord and the Ethernet cables may
restrict placement.
1. Determine the 1U area where the
QuikStation is to be mounted, and
mark (4.45 cm/1.75 in) of space on
the front rack.
2. At the rear, mark the first and
third holes.
3. Measure the
length between the
front and rear rack
mount rails.
•If the
measurement is
shorter than
the length of the
QuikStation,
secure the first
and third rail
holes with
M4x12 screws, washers, and nuts.
•If the measurement is longer than the length of the QuikStation, secure
the second and fourth rail holes with M4x12 screws, washers, and nuts.
4. Adjust the left rail to the length determined in Step 3 using a 7 mm open-end
wrench and screwdriver.
5. Align the left-front flange with the two
marked holes on the front rack rail and
loosely attach the rail with one screw in
the top hole.
6. Align left-front flange with the two
marked holes on the rear rack rail and
loosely attach two screws in the marked
holes.
7. Verify the rail is level and securely
tighten all screws.
8. Repeat Steps 1–7 for the right rail
assembly.
Install the Unit in the Rack
1. Lift and position the unit
with the bracket holes
aligned with the appropriate
rack holes.
2. Using the two provided
screws, attach the
QuikStation 4 brackets to
the rack and tighten them
just enough to support the
appliance.
As needed, use any
appropriate hardware that
may be required for your type of rack.
3. Verify that the appliance is level, and tighten the screws.
IMPORTANT: Do not place anything on top of the rack-mounted unit when it is
extended from the rack.
QuikStation 4 1U
Mark
Mark
(Front)
Use these holes
if the rack length < unit
Use these holes
if the rack length ≥unit length
Step 3
Connect Network and Power Cords
All cabling, power connections, and cooling vents are located on the QuikStation
rear panel.
1. Connect one or two RDX QuikStation Ethernet network ports to network
ports on a switch, hub, or router on the same LAN as the host system used to
manage the QuikStation.
NOTE: Two network ports are recommended for failover protection and maximum
performance.
2. Connect the appropriate power cord to the QuikStation, and plug the power
cord into a UPS appliance or a properly grounded AC power source.
3. Turn the power on by pressing the power button on the front of the unit.
NOTE: If the unit does not power up, check that the power switch on the rear of the
unit is set to on.
Install Cartridges
1. Insert an RDX cartridge into the QuikStation 4 RDX dock.
2. Slide the cartridge in until it locks in place.
3. Repeat Steps 1–2 for each remaining cartridge.
Step 4
Obtain the IP Address
The default network configuration is set for dynamic IP addresses (DHCP), but
static IP addresses are also supported. To determine an IP address:
1. Attach a monitor to the VGA/display port.
2. Power on the unit by pressing the power button
After the unit initializes, the IP addresses display on the screen.
The IP address may also be obtained using a USB stick with a single MBR
partition formatted with either FAT32 or NTFS.
1. Create an empty network.info file on a USB stick.
2. Insert the stick in the USB port on the front of the unit and wait at least
30 seconds for the network configuration to download to the network.info
file.
3. Move the USB stick to a host computer and scan the updated
network.info file to determine the available IP addresses.
1 - AC Power Plug
2 - Power Switch
3 - USB 3.0 Ports
4 - VGA/Display Port
5 - USB 2.0 Ports
6 - Ethernet Port 1
7 - Ethernet Port 2
1 54 672 3 5
Power Button USB 3.0 Port
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us using the information found on the Contact Us page on our web site.
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Assign a Static IP Address
If DHCP support is not enabled, set a static IP address for the unit:
1. Create a network.conf file on a USB stick that contains the following
entries with IPv4 address, Default Gateway, and Prefix appropriate to the
user’s network.
NOTE: The Prefix is equivalent to the number of bits turned on in the Subnet Mask
(e.g., the Prefix for the mask 255.255.255.0 is 24).
BOND0_IP4_CONFIG=static
BOND0_IP4_ADDR=192.168.10.111
BOND0_IP4_GW=192.168.10.1
BOND0_IP4_PREFIX=24
2. Insert the stick in the USB port on the front of the unit and wait at least
two minutes for the network.conf file to update.
The Remote Management Console should now be available at the static IP
address selected. For more information on how to configure IP addresses,
refer to the RDX QuikStation User Guide.
Connect to Remote Management Console
Use a web browser to connect to the RDX QuikStation Remote Management
Console from any computer on the same network as the RDX QuikStation 4.
Supported operating systems include Microsoft Windows, Linux, and Apple
MacOS.
To connect to the Remote Management Console:
1. Obtain the unit’s IP address.
2. From a network host, type the RDX QuikStation IP address in a web
browser: http://<RDX QuikStation IP Address>
3. Sign in to the Console. The default user name is Admin and the default
password is Admin!.
NOTE: Passwords are case-sensitive.
Step 5
Configure the RDX QuikStation
You can configure your RDX QuikStation as RDX Disks (default) or RDX Logical
Volume. Refer to the RDX QuikStation User Guide for detailed information on
system configuration.
1. From the Remote Management Console (RMC), select the device type from
the dialog window.
2. Click OK .
The system restarts. When finished, the RMC displays your selected device
configuration.
NOTE: If you have any RDX cartridges loaded into the RDX QuikStation, the system
will eject the cartridges when it restarts.
Step 6
Connect to iSCSI Targets
In iSCSI terminology, a host computer is referred to as an initiator and the
storage device it connects to as the iSCSI target.
NOTE: The RDX QuikStation and the host computers must reside on the same network.
To establish an iSCSI connection in Windows Server 2012 R2:
1. Open Microsoft iSCSI Initiator and click the
Discovery tab.
2. Click
Discover Portal... to enter the IP address for the RDX QuikStation.
3. Click
OK .
4. Click on the
Targets tab.
5. Select the target you wish to connect to and click the
Connect button.
For more information on how to connect to targets, refer to the RDX
QuikStation User Guide and documentation for your operating system.
Prepare for and Perform a Backup
1. If needed, install a backup application. Software compatibility information
is available at www.tandbergdata.com.
NOTE: The backup application needs to be able to write to disk. Tape and Tape
Library devices are not supported by the QuikStation 4.
2. Launch and configure the backup application software to perform a
backup.
For questions regarding software installation, configuration, and operation,
refer to your backup software product documentation or contact your software
provider.
Step 7
User Guides
For detailed information on configuring your RDX QuikStation 4, refer to the RDX
QuikStation User Guide.
This and knowledge base articles are available online:
http://www.tandbergdata.com
Select your product from the drop-down menus to view the
documentation available.
Additional RDX Cartridges
To purchase RDX cartridges, contact your Tandberg Data
Partner, or contact Sales via our website:
http://www.tandbergdata.com
Warranty and Technical Support
For warranty and technical support information, see our
Technical Support Services web page:
http://www.tandbergdata.com
For information on contacting Tandberg Data Support, see our
Contact Support web page:
http://www.tandbergdata.com
Safety Precautions
WARNING: Be aware of the locations of the power on/off switch on the RDX
QuikStation chassis as well as the room’s emergency power-off switch,
disconnection switch, or electrical outlet. If an electrical accident occurs, you can
then quickly remove power from the system.
The RDX QuikStation 4 Rack-mount is intended for use when mounted in a
standard rack. It may be used on a shelf or table top as long as the area is free of
clutter to ensure proper ventilation.
The interior of the unit is intended for factory use only. Use an appropriate power
supply cord with a grounded plug and a grounded electrical outlet.
Power Ratings
FCC Compliance Notice
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit difference from that to which the
receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer on an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Input Voltage 100 - 240 VAC
Input Rated Current 2.0-1.0A
Rated Input Frequency 50-60 HZ