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Dell EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owner's Manual Version 1.0 Regulatory Model Series E11J - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 2
Inc. All rights reserved. Dell™ and EqualLogic® are trademarks of Dell Inc. Alltrademarks andregisteredtrademarksmentioned herein are the propertyof their respective owners. Information in this document is subject to change without notice. Reproduction of thismaterialin anymanner whatsoever - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 3
Table of Contents Preface v 1 Basic Storage Array Information 1 About the PS6610 Array 1 PS6610 Features 1 Recommended Tools 6 Hardware Protection 6 Shutting Down and Restarting an Array 6 2 Drive Maintenance 9 Supported Drives and Drive Types 9 Drive Installation Guidelines and - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 4
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PS6610 Hardware Owner's Manual Preface Use the following procedure to register for an EqualLogic customer support account, to log cases via the web, and to obtain software updates, further documentation, and resources. 1. Visit eqlsupport.dell.com or the Dell support URL specified in information - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 7
the PS6610 Array The PS6610 array is a PS6x10 10GbE class EqualLogic PS Series array that continues the focus by Dell on industry-standard features and capabilities for the midrange iSCSI SAN market. PS Series Storage Arrays version 8.0 introduces the PS6610. PS6610 Features The PS6610 array is - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 8
PS6610 Hardware Owner's Manual 1 Basic Storage Array Information Figure 1: Front Panel Features Table 1: Front Panel Feature Identification Item Description 1 Recessed Handle 2 Anti-Tamper Lock 3 Sideplane Status Indicator 4 Enclosure Status Indicator Figure 2: Anti- - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 9
PS6610 Hardware Owner's Manual 1 Basic Storage Array Information Figure 3: Sideplane Status Indicator Table 2: Sideplane Status Indicator Description Item Indicator 1 Sideplane OK/ Power Good 2 Drawer Fault 3 Logical Fault 4 Cable Fault 5 Activity Bar Graph - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 10
PS6610 Hardware Owner's Manual 1 Basic Storage Array Information Figure 4: Enclosure Status Indicator Table 3: Enclosure number. This display can be helpful when setting up and maintaining a multipleenclosure storage center. 2 Input Switch Used to set the Unit ID Display 3 Power Off - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 11
Manual 1 Basic Storage Array Information Item Indicator Fault 7 Drawer 2 Fault Description drawer 1 Amber when a drive, cable, or sideplane fault has occurred in drawer 2 Note: The LEDs are part of a built-in chassis control panel that is not hot-swappable and can be replaced only by support - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 12
Hardware Owner's Manual 1 Basic Storage Array Information 4 Power Supply PSU0 (left) Unit (PSU) PSU1 (right) power supply has one switch. Power supply module for array Recommended Tools • When performing any type of work on the PS6610 array, including inserting and removing disk drives, you - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 13
PS6610 Hardware Owner's Manual 1 Basic Storage Array Information • Use telnet or SSH to connect to a functioning IP address assigned to a network interface on the array. Do not connect to the group IP address. • Use the null modem cable, shipped with the array Copyright 2001-2014 Dell Inc. group1> - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 14
PS6610 Hardware Owner's Manual 1 Basic Storage Array Information 5. After performing array maintenance, you can turn on power to the array. When the array restart completes, the member and volumes will be set online. 8 - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 15
EqualLogic storage systems, and manages hard drive quality and firmware only for those drives. As a result, only Dell-provided hard drives are supported by PS Series arrays. Attempts to use unapproved hard drives in the PS6610 array will not be successful. Mixed-Drive (Hybrid) Arrays The PS6610ES - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 16
PS6610 Hardware Owner's Manual 2 Drive Maintenance • Protect drives from electrostatic discharge. Wear an carrier. This action will void your warranty and support contract. • Keep the shipping material. Return a failed drive to your array support provider in the packaging in which the replacement - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 17
Hardware Owner's Manual 2 Drive Maintenance Array Behavior When a Drive Fails The PS6610 firmware uses a copy-to-spare operation to replace failing drives. This operation can, in many cases, improve the performance of the drive replacement process by - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 18
PS6610 Hardware Owner's Manual 2 Drive Maintenance Table 7: Drive LED States Item Description Indicator States • Off - Drive OK and seating of hard drives in the chassis drawers is critical to the operation of the array. For proper cooling, do not remove a failed drive until it can be replaced - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 19
PS6610 Hardware Owner's Manual 2 Drive Maintenance Figure 8: Inserting a Drive in the Drive Bay Figure 9: Securing a Drive in the Drive Bay 4. Verify that the new drive is operational by examining - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 20
PS6610 Hardware Owner's Manual 2 Drive Maintenance Remove Disk Drives Note: Removing a drive is arrow (callout 1 in Figure 10). The drive latch opens and the drive will emerge partway from the array. Caution: When removing an active rotational drive, allow the drive to spin down for a few moments - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 21
array and storage management functions and features. Ideally, an array has two control modules (which must be of the same type) to avoid a single point of failure for the array. The PS6610 array about other supported control modules. About Control Module Configurations While an array can run - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 22
PS6610 Hardware Owner's Manual 3 Control Module Maintenance Dual Controller Configuration A dual control module configuration eliminates a single point of failure in the array. If the active control module fails, the secondary control module takes over automatically with no interruption of service - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 23
PS6610 Hardware Owner's Manual 3 Control Module Maintenance • Above the release latch is a column of three LEDs that indicate the status of the entire control module. See Table 9. Figure 12: - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 24
the right. If a control module fails, contact your PS Series support provider for a replacement. About Failover Behavior In a dual control module array, only one control module is active (processing network I/O and performing storage functions) at one time. Each control module stores recently used - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 25
PS6610 Hardware Owner's Manual card, contact your PS Series support provider, which is in most cases Dell EqualLogic Technical Support. Inform your provider of the on page 25. To display the firmware version running on an array, examine the GUI group member Controllers tab or use the following CLI - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 26
PS6610 Hardware Owner's Manual shut down any member (array) that has the standby button (PS4100, PS4110, PS6100, PS6110, PS6210, and PS6610 array models). You do not need you discover a problem in your lab environment, such as high temperature or a water leak, that might damage the array. Caution: In - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 27
PS6610 Hardware Owner's Manual 3 Control Module Maintenance Using the Standby On/Off button on microSD card. You can partially or completely remove a control module without shutting down the array if the remaining control module has at least one connected and functioning network interface. The - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 28
PS6610 Hardware Owner's Manual 3 Control Module Maintenance 1. Shut down the system with a full shutdown, as described in Shutting Down and Restarting an Array Use the following procedure to replace both control modules in the array: 1. Replace the secondary control module first, as described in - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 29
PS6610 Hardware Owner's Manual 3 Control Module Maintenance Figure 14: Removing a Control Module 3. Contact your PS Series support provider for information about returning hardware. Install a Control Module You can install a control module without shutting down the array. Caution: Replace control - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 30
PS6610 Hardware Owner's Manual 3 Control Module Maintenance Figure 15: Correct Control Module place. 5. Connect all cables (network and serial port). 6. If the array was shut down, turn on power to the array. 7. Make sure the control module is operational. See Interpreting Control Module LEDs - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 31
PS6610 Hardware Owner's Manual 3 Control Module Maintenance If two control modules are installed in the array, but only one is shown in contact your support provider. Caution: After a control module is installed in an array, do not restart or reinstall it, or upgrade firmware on the array, until - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 32
PS6610 Hardware Owner's Manual 3 Control Module Maintenance Caution: To reduce the risk of losing or damaging the microSD card, do not remove it until you are ready to install - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 33
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 PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 34
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PS6610 Hardware Owner's Manual 3 Control Module Maintenance Note: If the screw falls inside the control module, you might have to return the control module to Dell for servicing. 4. Using the screw tab as a handle, swing the battery cover up and to the left and lay it upside down on the control - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 36
PS6610 Hardware Owner's Manual 3 Control Module Maintenance Insert the New Battery 1. Attach the new battery unit to the connector, that conforms to your country's regulations. Alternatively, you can return the old battery back to Dell for proper disposal. See Shipping Requirements on page 28. 30 - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 37
array supports two hot-swappable power supply units. The array is capable of operating with one power supply temporarily, but both power supplies are required to maintain long-term reliability of the array. About Power Supplies The PS Series array viewing the rear of the array, power supply 0 is on - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 38
PS6610 Hardware Owner's Manual 4 Maintain Power Supply Units Item LED/Control 1 Release latch 2 PSU fault 3 AC fault 4 Power OK 5 Power Cord Connector 6 Power Switch Table 10: Power Supply Features Color (State) Description none Used to remove PSU from array Amber (steady) PSU - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 39
PS6610 Hardware Owner's Manual 4 Maintain Power Supply Units Figure 23: Removing a Power Supply Unit Install a Power Supply Unit To install a power supply unit: 1. Hold the power supply unit so - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 40
PS6610 Hardware Owner's Manual 4 Maintain Power Supply Units Figure 24: Inserting a Power Supply 3. Ensure the power switch is in the OFF position. 4. Connect the power cable to the power - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 41
Fan Modules The PS6610 array contains five cooling fan modules. The array is capable of operating with one failed fan module; however all five cooling modules are required to maintain long-term cooling and reliability of the array. Remove a Cooling Fan Module Although an array can operate with - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 42
PS6610 Hardware Owner's Manual 5 Maintain Fan Modules Install a Cooling Fan Module Caution: Do not allow the array to operate for more than 2 minutes without a fan module in place to maintain proper cooling of the array. How to Install a Cooling Fan Module Wear electrostatic protection when - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 43
security. Hardware Steps 1. Make sure your network environment can support a dedicated management network, with a subnet that is separate : Management Port Location Software Steps See the Dell EqualLogic Group Manager Administrator's Guide for the procedure to configure the management network in - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 44
PS6610 Hardware Owner's Manual 6 Advanced Networking Options 38 - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 45
Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product. Determining Service Tag Information Each array has an alphanumeric service tag (see Figure 29). You might need to provide this information to customer support when you contact Dell. On the PS6610, the service tag label is located on - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 46
PS6610 Hardware Owner's Manual 7 Troubleshooting Your Array • The array fault LEDs are lit. See Front-Panel Features and Indicators on page 1. • A constant scraping or grinding sound occurs when you access the hard drive. See Obtaining Technical Support and Customer Service on page v. Loss of - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 47
Owner's Manual 7 Troubleshooting Your Array • Ambient temperature is too high. See the technical specifications for the array in the Dell EqualLogic PS6610 Series Array Installation and Setup Guide. • External airflow is obstructed by cables or other items in the rack. If the problem is not - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 48
PS6610 Hardware Owner's Manual 7 Troubleshooting Your Array 42 - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 49
18 failure indications 18 features 15 firmware requirements 19 firmware version 19 handling requirements 19 installing in array 23 LEDs 16 locating 18 removing from array 21 synchronizing 19 verifying operational status 24 cooling module removing PSU 32, 35-36 D disks failure behavior - Dell EqualLogic PS6610E | EqualLogic PS6610 Storage Arrays Hardware Owners Manua - Page 50
19 power 32, 35-36 S safety 39 SD card 15 service tag 39 ship mode 28 shutting down an array 6 standby button 19 status control modules 18 T Technical Support v troubleshooting 39 connections 40 cooling problems 40 external connections 40 power supply/cooling fan module 40 startup
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