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Dell EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays Hardware Owner's Manual Version 1.0 - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 2
Inc. All rights reserved. Dell™ and EqualLogic® are trademarks of Dell Inc. All trademarks and registered trademarks mentioned herein are the material in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell is strictly forbidden. Published: November 2014 Part Number: 110-6215-EN-A01 - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 3
Array Behavior When a Drive Fails 8 Drive Handling Requirements 9 Drive Installation Guidelines and Restrictions 9 3 Maintaining Control Modules 15 Control Module Features 15 About Power Supplies 31 Identifying Power Supply Failures 31 5 Troubleshooting Your Array 35 Index 37 iii - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 4
Table of Contents iv - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 5
Preface This manual describes how to install Dell™ EqualLogic® PS4210 storage array hardware, configure the software, and start using the iSCSI SAN array. With one or more PS Series storage arrays, you can create a PS Series group-a self-managing, iSCSI storage area network (SAN) that is affordable - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 6
You can learn about Dell products and services by visiting dell.com (or the URL specified in any Dell product information). Warranty Information The PS4210 array warranty is included in the shipping box. For information about registering a warranty, visit onlineregister.com/dell. Note, Caution, and - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 7
class EqualLogic® PS Series array that continues the focus by Dell™ on industry-standard features and capabilities for the midrange iSCSI SAN market. auto-negotiate down to 1Gb/s interface (10GBASE-T ports only) • Support for ReadyRails™ II Recommended Tools You will need the following items to - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 8
PS4210 Hardware Owner's Manual 1 Basic Storage Array Information 2. Fit the band tightly around side of the array. 4. Set the bezel aside. Installing the Bezel The steps for installing the bezel are the same for all array models: 1. Hook the right end of the bezel onto the right side of the - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 9
PS4210 Hardware Owner's Manual 1 Basic Storage Array Information Front-Panel Features and Indicators a built-in chassis control panel that is not hot-swappable and can be replaced only by support personnel. During the array power-up sequence, these LEDs will cycle through different states until the - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 10
PS4210 Hardware Owner's Manual 1 Basic Storage Array Information Back-Panel Features and Indicators remove a redundant component without affecting operation if a functioning component is available. Otherwise, Dell recommends that you cleanly shut down the array and turn off power before removing a - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 11
PS4210 Hardware Owner's Manual 1 Basic Storage Array Information • Use telnet or SSH to 3. Enter the shutdown command, as follows: login: grpadmin Password: Welcome to Group Manager Copyright 2001-2014 Dell Inc. group1> shutdown If you are using a serial connection to shut down an array, it is - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 12
PS4210 Hardware Owner's Manual 1 Basic Storage Array Information 6 - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 13
the array remains running. About Drive Types Depending on your configuration, your array supports up to 24 2.5-inch SAS and SSD drives or up cannot be installed in other Dell arrays, or arrays not from Dell Inc. Dell uses specially qualified and tested hard drives for its EqualLogic storage systems, - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 14
PS4210 Hardware Owner's Manual Figure 6: LEDs on 3.5-inch Drives 2 Maintaining Drives Figure 7: LEDs on No power to drive Array Behavior When a Drive Fails In firmware version 5.2.5 and later, Dell implemented a copy-to-spare operation to replace failing drives. This operation can, in many cases - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 15
Owner's Manual 2 warranty and support contract. • Do not remove a drive from its carrier. This action will configured into a RAID set. This time interval allows multiple drives to be simultaneously configured in an array, which is more efficient than installing a single drive, configuring - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 16
Hardware Owner's Manual 2 Maintaining Drives For example, when you install a drive, the timer starts. If you install another drive before 2 minutes have elapsed, the timer is restarted. If no other drives are installed, the drive is configured after a delay of 2 minutes. • If you install a drive - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 17
PS4210 Hardware Owner's Manual 2 Maintaining Drives Installing a 2.5-inch Drive The 2.5-inch drives are installed vertically, with the drive release latch on the top and the drive label on the bottom. 1. Wear electrostatic protection when handling a drive. See Protecting Hardware - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 18
PS4210 Hardware Owner's Manual 2 Maintaining Drives Verify that the new drive is operational by examining the LEDs on the front panel, as described in Interpreting Drive LEDs on page 7. - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 19
PS4210 Hardware Owner's Manual 2 Maintaining Drives Installing a 3.5-inch Drive The 3.5-inch drives are installed horizontally, with the drive release latch to the left and the drive label to the right. 1. Wear electrostatic protection when handling a drive. See Protecting Hardware - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 20
PS4210 Hardware Owner's Manual 2 Maintaining Drives Verify that the new drive is output. Removing a Drive Blank To maintain proper system cooling, all empty drive slots must have drive blanks installed. 1. Remove the bezel. See Removing the Bezel on page 2. 2. Press the release tab and slide - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 21
an array. Always make sure both control modules are the same type and color. See the latest PS Series Release Notes for information about other supported control modules. About Control Module Configurations While an array can run using only one control module, it is not recommended because this - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 22
PS4210 Hardware Owner's Manual 3 Maintaining Control Modules Only one control module is active (providing service. This automatic transition gives you time to replace the failed control module while your volumes and data remain accessible. In addition, a dual control module configuration supports - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 23
PS4210 Hardware Owner's Manual 3 Maintaining Control Modules • The Ethernet ports and the Management port each have LEDs that indicate the port's status and activity. See Table 6. • Below the release - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 24
Manual command output shows the control module status not installed. When viewed from the rear of the array module fails, contact your PS Series support provider for a replacement. Understanding Failover is enabled and utilized. See Dual Controller Configuration on page 16 for details. • Control - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 25
PS4210 Hardware Owner's Manual 3 Maintaining Control Modules If a cable is connected to a network does not match the firmware running on an array, do not install it. Instead, contact your array support provider. Control Module Handling Requirements Follow these control module handling requirements - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 26
PS4210 Hardware Owner's Manual 3 Maintaining Control Modules Figure 16: Standby Button Location where you do not have access to the Group Manager GUI or CLI. For example, you discover a problem in your lab environment, such as high temperature or a water leak, that might damage the array. In - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 27
PS4210 Hardware Owner's Manual 3 Maintaining Control Modules You will also need to the SD card from the control module, as described in Removing the MicroSD Card on page 24. 3. Install the SD card in the replacement control module, as described in Inserting the MicroSD Card on page 25. - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 28
Manual Module Before removing a control module: • Review the information at the beginning of Replacing a install it in the replacement control module. Using the card from the failed control module ensures that the new control module is running the correct firmware and a correct array configuration - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 29
control module in the packaging in which the replacement module was shipped. Contact your PS Series support provider for information about returning hardware. Installing a Control Module You can install a control module without shutting down the array. Replace control modules with the same type only - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 30
Manual elapsed, the controller might not be properly installed. Try to remove the module by rotating GUI (or CLI), contact your support provider. If you interrupt the configuration as the other control module in the array. Before you begin the procedure to replace a microSD card: • Review - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 31
PS4210 Hardware Owner's Manual 3 Maintaining Control Modules 1. Firmly push the card into its housing to release the spring mechanism (callout 2 in Figure 20). The microSD card is partially ejected - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 32
due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with your system. For information on removing and reinstalling system parts, see the system's Hardware Owner's Manual, available at support.equallogic.com. Control - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 33
PS4210 Hardware Owner's Manual 3 Maintaining Control Modules Shipping Requirements If you plan to move a previously installed array geographically, for safety reasons, discharge the battery to a lower charge level. To discharge the battery, shut down the array using the halt -b command. This - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 34
PS4210 Hardware Owner's Manual 3 Maintaining Control Modules Set the screw aside before you remove the cover; otherwise, the screw might fall inside the control module. If this occurs, you might have to return the control module to Dell for servicing. 4. Using the screw tab as a handle, swing the - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 35
Owner's Manual 3 regulations. Alternately, you can return the old battery back to Dell for proper disposal. See Shipping Requirements on page 27. Advanced configuration, available if your environment requires this level of security. Hardware Steps 1. Make sure your network environment can support - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 36
PS4210 Hardware Owner's Manual 3 Maintaining Control Modules Software Steps See the Dell EqualLogic Group Manager Administrator's Manual for the procedure to configure the management network in the Group Manager GUI. 30 - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 37
Power Supply and Cooling Modules The array can support two hot-swappable power supply and cooling modules contains two cooling fans. The cooling fans contained in the power supply unit are not serviceable. If fan failures occur, the entire power supply unit must be replaced. Identifying Power - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 38
a list of warning or critical level faults, see the Dell EqualLogic Group Manager Administrator's Manual. ON-Fault detected. 2 Fault Amber OFF-OK. Blinks an array without affecting array operation if the second module is installed and functioning. However, to maintain proper airflow in the array - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 39
PS4210 Hardware Owner's Manual 4 Maintaining Power Supply and Cooling Modules The module is heavy. Support it with two hands. Figure 27: Removing a Power Supply and Cooling Module Installing a Power Supply and Cooling Module To install a power supply and cooling module: 1. Hold the power supply - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 40
PS4210 Hardware Owner's Manual 4 Maintaining Power Supply and Cooling Modules Figure 28: Inserting a Power Supply and Cooling Module 3. Ensure the power switch is in the OFF position. 4. Connect the - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 41
should perform troubleshooting and simple repairs only as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 42
. See the Technical Specifications for the array in the Dell EqualLogic PS4210 Series Array Installation and Setup Guide. • External airflow is obstructed by cables or other items in the rack. If the problem is not resolved, see Contacting Dell on page v. Control Module Failures 1. Check the control - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 43
7 fans removing PSU 32 firmware identifying version 19 requirements 19 front panel features 3 I identifying the firmware version 19 indicators power 3 installing drive blank 14 front bezel 2 power supply/cooling fan module 33 L LEDs control module 16 disks 7 network interfaces 16 M microSD card - Dell EqualLogic PS4210X | EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays - Hardware Owners Man - Page 44
control modules 19 cooling 32 disks 9 firmware 19 power 32 S safety 35 shutting down an array 4 standby button 19 status control modules 18 T troubleshooting 35 connections 35 cooling problems 36 external connections 35 power supply/cooling fan module 35 startup failure 35 V vertical failover 16 38
Dell EqualLogic PS4210 Storage Arrays
Hardware Owner's Manual
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