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3PAR InServ® E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual3PAR Inc.4209 Technology DriveFremont, CA 94538 U.S.A.Part No. 320–200120 Rev FSep

1.23PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual1.1 AudienceThe information in this manual is intended for use by 3PAR customers

6.143PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual5782: 3PAR Management Service (unsecured)Used for InServ monitoring and configu

6.153PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual5783: 3PAR Management Service with SSL (secured)Used for InServ monitoring and

6.163PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual5988: WBEM CIM-XML (HTTP) (unsecured)Used for InServ monitoring and configurati

6.173PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual6.5 Required CablesThe quantities and lengths of the cables required for storag

6.183PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual6.6 External Cable ConnectionsTable 6-4 includes specific guidelines for conne

6.193PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual Each controller node supports one Ethernet connection to a switch or hub. Sep

6.203PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual6.7 Internal Cable ConnectionsFor storage servers housed in single cabinets, in

6.213PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual6.8 Cable Routing OptionsTypical storage server cabinets have both upper and lo

6.223PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual6.9 Service Processor ConnectionsThe Service Processor provides remote error de

6.233PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualTable 6-7 summarizes the connectivity options for both data transfer and remote

1.33PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual1.3 OrganizationThis manual is organized as follows:◆ Chapter 1, Introduction (t

6.243PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual6.9.1 Connecting the Service ProcessorThe service processor uses customer-suppl

3PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual7.1Third-Party Rack Mounting7Third-Party Rack MountingIn this chapter7.1 Introduc

7.23PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual7.2 Third Party Rack Mounting ConsiderationsSome installations may want to use

7.33PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualFigure 7-1. Required Dimensions for the InServ E200/F200 and the F400 Node Chas

7.43PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualFigure 7-2. Required Dimensions for the DC3 Drive Chassis19.00017.6505.06621.39

7.53PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualIf you are installing the 3PAR equipment in a Four Post Cabinet, it must meet th

7.63PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual7.3.1 Rack Space Considerations3PAR highly recommends installing node-chassis an

7.73PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual7.3.2 RETMA Rail SpacingThe Radio Electronics Television Manufacturers Associati

7.83PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual7.3.3 Maintaining Minimum ClearancesProper clearances should be maintained for a

7.93PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualFigure 7-6 shows the minimum clearances that should be reserved for the 2 post a

1.43PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual1.4 Typographical ConventionsThe following typographical conventions are used in

7.103PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual7.4 Rack Mounting KitsThere are two different rack-mounting kits available to a

7.113PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual7.4.1.2 Flush MountingFlush-mount shelves are mounted on the back of the posts.

7.123PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual7.5 Redundant Power RequirementsEach InServ Storage Server component is suppli

3PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualA.1Agency Compliance StatementsAAgency Compliance StatementsIn this appendixA.1 S

A.23PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualA.1 Safety PrecautionsTo be safe and to protect system data and equipment, alway

A.33PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualWAARSCHUWING: Deze eenheid dient te worden geïnstalleerd op een beperkt toeganke

A.43PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualFor storage servers with 3PAR cabinets, secure the system by locking the rear do

A.53PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualA.2.2 Battery Replacement and DisposalStorage server controller nodes contain 3-

A.63PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualADVERTENCIA: Existe el peligro de explosión si la batería de litio dentro del co

A.73PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualVORSICHT: Gebrauchte Batterien nur gemäß Herstelleranweisung entsorgen.ATTENTION

1.53PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual1.5 AdvisoriesBefore installing an InServ Storage Server, consult Appendix A, Ag

A.83PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualA.2.3 Controller NodesFor controller nodes installed in cabinets not provided by

A.93PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualWARNING: Hazardous energy located on rear connectors.ACHTUNG: An den rückwärtige

A.103PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualADVERTENCIA: Energía peligrosa localizada en los conectores traseros.WARNING: T

A.113PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualAVERTISSEMENT: Il y a un danger d'explosion si la batterie de lithium à l&

A.123PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualCAUTION: Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions

A.133PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualA.2.4 Drive ChassisFor drive chassis installed in cabinets not provided by 3PAR

A.143PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualWARNING: There is danger of an explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced

A.153PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualWAARSCHUWING: Er bestaat kans op een explosie als de batterij niet op de juiste

A.163PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualA.3 3PAR Power CablesEnglish Compliance StatementAll power cables provided by 3

3PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualIX.1Index Aaccess recommendations, physical 4.13altitude requirements and specifica

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IX.2Index3PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual structural requirements 4.4 to 4.6Hhumidity specifications for servers 2

IX.3Index3PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual Wweight and load for server 4.6

IX.4Index3PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual

3PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualRH.1Revision History Revision HistoryRelease Level Revision Summary320-200120 Rev A

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3PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual2.1System Components and Specifications2System Components and SpecificationsIn this

2.23PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual2.2 3PAR InServ Storage Server Components3PAR Utility Storage systems are based

2.33PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualFigure 2-1 and Figure 2-2 on page 2.4 show the front and rear views of a fully p

2.43PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualFigure 2-2. The Rear View of an F400 Storage Server with 4 Controller Nodes(Rea

2.53PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual2.3 Physical Dimensions Table 2-1 lists the physical dimensions for the E-Class

Revision NoticeThis is the sixth release of this manual. A complete revision history is provided at the end of this manual.ChangesThe material in thi

2.63PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualMaximum Load per leveling Foot 111 lbs/sq. in. 50.5 kg/sq. cmE200 Controller Nod

2.73PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualWeight: 4 Controller Nodes (fully populated)160 lbs. 72.6 kgDrive ChassisDimensi

2.83PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual2.4 System CapacityTable 2-2 lists system capacity specifications for the E-Clas

2.93PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualRAID 5 data to parity ratios2:1, 8:1 2:1, 8:1 2:1, 8:1RAID 6 data to parity rati

2.103PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual2.5 Power and Heat SpecificationsTable 2-3 describes electrical current requir

2.113PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual2 Meter CabinetMax. Watts per Cabinet (fully populated)*5,580Max. BTUs/hour per

2.123PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualE200 Controller Node ChassisWatts 730BTUs/hour (fully populated) 2491 BTUs/hr.I

2.133PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualF400 Controller Node Chassis (Quad Node)Watts 1460BTUs/hour (fully populated) 4

2.143PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualDrive Chassis Watts 525BTUs/hour (fully populated) 1,792 BTUs/hr.Input Voltage

2.153PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual4 x 1 TB NL DrivesWatts 47 32BTUs/hour 160 109Service ProcessorSupermicroWatts2

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits a

2.163PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual2.6 Environmental SpecificationsTable 2-4 lists the environmental specification

2.173PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualRelative humidity 20–80 percent non-condensing, maximum gradient 10 percent per

2.183PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual2.7 Cable SpecificationsTable 2-5 identifies the types of cables commonly requi

3PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual3.1General Site Planning3General Site PlanningIn this chapter3.1 Introduction 3.1

3.23PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual3.1 IntroductionThis chapter provides general recommendations for physical plann

3.33PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualAdequate power is necessary for the reliable functioning of electronic equipment

3.43PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual3.2.3 Preparing a Pre-Installation Site Planning GuidePrior to installation, the

3.53PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual3.3 Shipping and Acclimatization RequirementsSafe transport of InServ Storage Se

3.63PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual3.3.2 InServ Storage Server Cabinet Shipping ContainersA separate crate holds ea

3.73PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualWhen the equipment arrives, you must make sure that there is enough room to unlo

3.83PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual3.3.2.1 Cabinet Shipping Container (2 Meter)Measurements for the shipping contai

3.93PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualThe equipment is removed from the front of the container by pulling on two strap

3.103PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual Wooden cabinet crate (one per 1M rack cabinet): 52 5/8 in. (133.7 cm) x 34 in

3.113PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual3.3.3 AcclimatizationInServ Storage Servers shipped or stored at extreme temper

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3PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual4.1Structural/Environmental Considerations4Structural/Environmental ConsiderationsI

4.23PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual4.1 IntroductionThis chapter discusses the placement, housing and environmental

4.33PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual4.3 Establishing the Proper FoundationAs with any electronic equipment that gen

4.43PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual4.3.2 Raised Floor RequirementsThere are additional structural considerations wh

4.53PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualPlacing each storage server cabinet across two floor tiles is strongly recommend

vTable of Contents3PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualTable of Contents1 Introduction1.1 Audience 1.21.2 Related Docum

4.63PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualWhen placing cabinets with their weight shared by the same panels as shown in Fi

4.73PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual4.3.4 Tile Cutout SpecificationsFigure 4-3 defines the recommended tile cutout s

4.83PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual4.3.5 Anchoring Dimensions for InServ Storage ServersSome installations may want

4.93PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualFigure 4-6. Bottom View Dimensions for the InServ Storage ServerLeveler Foot (4

4.103PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual4.3.6 Additional Flooring RecommendationsConsider the following recommendations

4.113PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual◆ The resistance between adjacent tiles should not be less than 150 kilohms whe

4.123PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualA cold aisle has perforated floor tiles or grates that enable cold air to rise

4.133PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualWhen establishing an operating site for an InServ storage server, provide for a

4.143PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual4.5 Meeting Environmental ConditionsFor the 3PAR InServ Storage Servers, it is

4.153PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual4.5.1 Maintaining the Optimal TemperatureThe level of cooling required for the

viTable of Contents 3PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual3.2.2 Planning for Installation 3.33.2.3 Preparing a Pre-Insta

4.163PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manualfor any period negatively affects the system’s reliability and performance, and

4.173PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualThe air-conditioning units should have controls monitoring under the floor outp

4.183PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual Metal flakes or filings, such as those produced by sawing, filing, or drillin

4.193PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual4.5.4 Minimizing VibrationThe E-Class/F-Class Controller Chassis have been test

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3PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual5.1Power Requirements5Power RequirementsIn this chapter5.1 Introduction 5.25.2

5.23PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual5.1 IntroductionThis chapter defines the general power requirements for the 3PAR

5.33PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualFigure 5-1. Power Supplies Within the Power Domains3PAR cabinets contain four (

5.43PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualStorage server PDUs are equipped with NEMA® L6–30 or IEC 60309 connectors, depen

5.53PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual5.2.1 Power Distribution Units (PDUs)For each cabinet, the four Power Distributi

viiTable of Contents 3PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual5.3 Electrical Requirements and Limitations 5.75.3.1 Power an

5.63PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual5.2.2 Power Cord Connections3PAR InServ Storage Servers arrive with all internal

5.73PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual5.3 Electrical Requirements and LimitationsBefore physically installing an InSer

5.83PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualMax. BTUs/hour per cabinet (fully populated)9,825Input Voltage (VAC) (200 - 240

5.93PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualWatts 730BTUs/hour (fully populated) 2491 BTUs/hrInput Voltage 100-240 VACFreque

5.103PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualSupermicroBTUs/hour (fully populated)1370 BTUs/hr.Supermicro IIWatts280Supermic

5.113PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual5.3.2 Voltage RequirementsThe following are the voltage requirements for the In

5.123PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualTable 5-3 lists total current limitations for storage server systems depending

5.133PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual5.5 Voltage and Frequency ToleranceSteady state voltage must be maintained wit

5.143PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual5.8 Branch CircuitsThe individual panel branch circuits should be protected by

5.153PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualInServ Storage Servers with 3PAR cabinets support redundant power within the sy

viiiTable of Contents 3PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual7 Third-Party Rack Mounting7.1 Introduction 7.17.2 Third Par

5.163PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualFigure 5-5. Front View of the Power Domains Within theController Nodes and Dri

5.173PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualFigure 5-6. Rear View of the Power Domains Within the Controller Nodes and Dri

5.183PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualFigure 5-7 and Figure 5-8 illustrate standard redundant power configurations fo

5.193PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualFigure 5-8. Redundant Power Configuration E200 (1M)0390_L_R4Drive Chassis 0Dri

5.203PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualFigure 5-9 and Figure 5-10 illustrate standard redundant power configuration fo

5.213PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning ManualFigure 5-10. Redundant Power Configuration F400 (2M)Top Cable Routing AccessDr

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3PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual6.1Network, Cabling and Connectivity6Network, Cabling and ConnectivityIn this chapt

6.23PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual6.9.1 Connecting the Service Processor 6.246.1 IntroductionThis chapter provid

6.33PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual6.2.1.1 Shared NetworkWith a shared network topology, the storage server and ser

3PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual1.1Introduction1IntroductionIn this chapter1.1 Audience 1.21.2 Related Document

6.43PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual6.2.1.2 Split NetworkWith a split network topology, the storage server is on the

6.53PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual◆ Two Ethernet connections from the private network segment to the storage serve

6.63PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual◆ At least one management station on the private network segment.6.3 Adapter Co

6.73PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual6.3.1 E-Class Controller NodeAs shown in Figure 6-4, for the E200 node, there ar

6.83PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual6.3.2 F-Class Controller NodeAs shown in Figure 6-5, for the F-Class node, there

6.93PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual6.3.3 Controller Node Slot Loading OrderTable 6-1 shows the controller slot load

6.103PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual6.3.3.1 Slotting RulesWhen configuring an F-Class with FC adapters, there are t

6.113PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual6.3.4 Drive Chassis ConnectionsThe following guidelines should be followed for

6.123PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual6.4 TCP/IP Port AssignmentsTable 6-2 describes the TCP/IP port assignments for

6.133PAR InServ E-Class/F-Class Storage Server Physical Planning Manual162: SNMPTRAP Used by the 3PAR SNMP agent to send unsolicited alerts as SNMPv2c