LaCie 12big Rack Fibre 8 User Manual

LaCie 12big Rack Serial 

Table of Contents

User Manual 

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Table of Contents

1.  System Overview ......................................................................................................... 6

1.1.  LaCie 12big Rack Serial SAS Enclosure ........................................................................................... 6

1.2.  The Enclosure Core Product ........................................................................................................... 7

1.2.1.  The Enclosure As Supplied ................................................................................................. 7

1.2.1.1.  Product Feature Codes ........................................................................................ 7

1.2.2.  Drive Carrier Modules....................................................................................................... 7

1.2.3.  Cables............................................................................................................................. 8

1.2.4.  StorView ® Storage Management Software ......................................................................... 8

1.3.  Enclosure Components .................................................................................................................. 8

1.3.1.  Enclosure Chassis ............................................................................................................. 8

1.3.2.  Operator’s Panel .............................................................................................................. 9

1.3.3.  Alarms ............................................................................................................................. 9

1.3.3.1.  Visible Alarms ..................................................................................................... 9

1.3.3.2.  Audible Alarms ................................................................................................. 10

1.4.  The Plug-in Modules ................................................................................................................... 10

1.4.1.  Dual Power Supply Operation ......................................................................................... 10

1.4.2.  AC Power Supply ............................................................................................................ 11

1.4.3.  Dual Fan Cooling Module............................................................................................... 11

1.4.4.  I/O Module ................................................................................................................... 12

1.4.5.  Drive Carrier Module ...................................................................................................... 13

1.4.5.1.  Drive Status Indicators ....................................................................................... 13

1.4.5.2.  Anti-tamper Locks ............................................................................................. 13

1.4.6.  Dummy Carrier Modules ................................................................................................. 13

1.4.7.  Blank Modules ............................................................................................................... 13

2.  Installation ................................................................................................................ 14

2.1.  Introduction ................................................................................................................................ 14

2.2.  Planning Your Installation ............................................................................................................ 14

2.2.1.  Enclosure Drive Bay Numbering Convention ..................................................................... 15

2.2.2.  Drive Carrier Configuration ............................................................................................. 15

2.2.3.  Enclosure Expansion ....................................................................................................... 15

2.3.  Enclosure Installation Pre-Requisites .............................................................................................. 16

2.3.1.  Preparation of Site and Host Server .................................................................................. 16

2.3.2.  Unpacking the Enclosure System ...................................................................................... 16

2.4.  Installation Procedures ................................................................................................................ 17

2.4.1.  Special Tools and Equipment ........................................................................................... 17

2.4.2.  Rack Installation Pre-Requisites ........................................................................................ 17

2.4.2.1.  Rack Mounting Rail Kit ...................................................................................... 17

2.4.3.  Rack Installation Procedure.............................................................................................. 18

2.4.3.1.  Parts Checklist .................................................................................................. 18

2.4.3.2.  Installation Procedure........................................................................................ 18

2.4.4.  Chassis Installation ......................................................................................................... 19

2.4.4.1.  Parts Check List ................................................................................................ 19

2.4.4.2.  Procedure ........................................................................................................ 19

2.5.  Module Installation ..................................................................................................................... 20

2.5.1.  Drive Slot Arrangement ................................................................................................... 20

2.5.1.1.  Drive Spindle Start ............................................................................................ 21

2.5.2.  Engaging the Drive Carrier Anti-tamper Locks ................................................................... 21

2.5.2.1.  Activating the Locks .......................................................................................... 21

2.6.  Power Cord Connection .............................................................................................................. 22