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1. Configuration Utility Manage Event Task Settings Drive Status O G SPEED esPro Configuration Utility cri a tta a Manage Event Task Settings Drive Status Logical Device Information Type Capacity Cache Policy BlockSize SectorSize OS Name Status Logical Device Information Name Type Capacty Cache Policy BlockSize SectorSize OS Name RAID_0_0 RAIDO 4 0078 Write Back h 5128 HPT DISK O_1 Array Information Physical Device Information Model Max Free Hitachi HDE72101 STNSOAMH13SMIB 1 00 Ta Mitachi MDE72101 5TNGOAMHL2SPIB Hitachi HDE72101 STN604MH12HPOB 1 00 TB Hitachi HOE72101 STNOOSMHIRGMZW Hitachi HDE72101 STN604MH12PT9B 1 00 TB Hitachi HDE72101 STN6OSMHIRNXZW Hitachi HDE72101 STNGO4MH125P36 Hitachi HDET72101 STNEOSMHIRPISW Hitachi HDE72101 STNEOSMHINGMZW ee 7 o e ne e 7 mM Mitachi MDE72101 STNOOSMHIPZESW Hitachi HDE72101 STN6GOSMHIRNXZW Rescam Berner Mute Hitachi HDE72101 STNGOSMHIRPSSW O PO E E Hitachi HDE72101 STNGOSMH1PZOSW G Technology inc Web RAID Management F F i G Technology Inc Web RAID Management 12 Click the lt Create Array gt button The Create Array window 10 Click the lt Delete gt button and the following window will appear will appear a http localhost 7412 All data on the array you selected will be deleted Do you want to contine Cancel gt WARNING This will delete any data stored on G SPE2. G SPEED eS PRO INSTALLATION GUIDE for use with G Tech RAID controller G SPEED eS PRO Mac Installation Guide with G Tech PCle RAID controller TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 INTRODUCTION Pg 4 2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 3 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS 4 WHAT S IN THE BOX 5 G SPEED eS PRO OVERVIEW Pg 5 6 G TECH PCle x8 RAID CONTOLLER OVERVIEW 7 G SPEED eS PRO AUDIBLE ALARMS Pg 6 8 SETTING UP G SPEED eS PRO WITH THE G TECH PCle RAID CONTROLLER 9 G TECH RAID CONTROLLER WEB GUI Pg 8 10 CHANGING THE G TECH RAID CONTROLLER MODE Pg 9 11 CONFIGURING TWO G SPEED eS PRO UNITS IN RAID 5 MODE Pg 11 12 WHAT TO DO IN THE EVENT OF A DISK DRIVE FAILURE Pg 15 13 TECHNICAL SUPPORT Pg 17 G Technology by Hitachi 14 LIMITED WARRANTY Tel 310 449 4599 APPENDIX A DETAILED INFORMATION ON USING THE WEB GUI Fax 310 449 4670 support g technology com APPENDIX B EXPLANATION OF RAID LEVELS APPENDIX C NOTES P N G SPEED eS PRO v1 2 11 11 A Page 1 G SPEED eS PRO INSTALLATION GUIDE for use with G Tech RAID controller IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MO
3. Ne pas utiliser d accessoires non recommand s par le fabricant de l appareil car ils peuvent repr senter un danger 6 EAU ET HUMIDIT Ne pas utiliser l appareil dans un endroit ou il risque d tre mouill notamment dans un sous sol humide et proximit d une baignoire d un lavabo d un vier d une cuve lessive ou d une piscine 7 BAIES ET SUPPORTS Ne pas placer l appareil dans une baie ou sur un support un tr pied une console ou une table instable L appareil pourrait tomber et subir des dommages importants ou infliger de graves blessures 8 AERATION Le bo tier de l appareil comporte des fentes d a ration a l avant et a l arri re pour assurer le bon fonctionnement de l appareil et le prot ger de la surchauffe Ces fentes ne doivent pas tre obstru es ni recouvertes Eloigner l appareil de toute source de chaleur telle les radiateurs et autres l ments de chauffage Ne pas placer l appareil dans un meuble encastr tel une biblioth que ou un bati qui ne procure pas une a ration ad quate 9 ALIMENTATION Ne brancher l appareil que dans une prise de courant du type d crit sur l tiquette signal tique En cas de doute sur le type A AA d alimentation disponible consulter la compagnie d lectricit ou le distributeur local 10 MISE ALA TERRE ET POLARISATION 11 Le cordon d alimentation fourni avec l appareil est dot d une fiche polaris e a trois branch es de style am ricain a u
4. configured at the factory in RAID 0 mode RAID 1 3 5 6 and JBOD modes are also available The web GUI is used to change the mode of operation Follow the directions below to change modes Page 9 G SPEED eS PRO INSTALLATION GUIDE for use with G Tech RAID controller 4 Click on the lt DELETE gt button The following window will 6 Click the lt Create Array gt button The Create Array window appear Click the lt OK gt button to proceed will appear 7 Select your desired RAID level in this example RAID 5 for Array Type enter G SPEED eS PRO R5 for Array Name select Foreground and Write Back for Initialization Method and http localhost 7412 on Cache Policy respectively and click the lt Select All gt button All data on the array you selected will be deleted Do you want to contine Cane OD G Technology Web RAID Management Create Array ip ji o z PS Y B ES E http localhost 7412 arrman cgitfunc ShowCreatesuserid r E Q G SPEED es Pro Configuration Utility La Yee fear Manage Event Task Settings Drive Status WARNING This will delete any data stored on G SPEED eS PRO Create Arra Array Type RAID 5 4 5 The GUI will refresh and the array is now deleted adi JE Initialization Method Foreground 000 G Technology Web RAID Management Array Management E http Jlocalhost 74 12 arrman cgi userid RAID os Cache Pol
5. 3 TB Disk failure results in drop in performance Useable storage Capacity equals total Capacity of all drives in the array less the capacity of two drives For example a 4x 1TB RAID 5 yields a useable capacity of 3 TB Disk failure results in drop in performance No fault tolerance Ideal For Content creation applications requiring highest storage capacity Applications in which data security is paramount Content creation applications requiring data protection Content creation applications requiring data protection Audio applications A Page 23 APPENDIX C Notes When the G Tech web GUI is open dropped frames may occur in editing applications such as Final Cut PRO We recommend not having the GUI open while working in these programs Two G SPEED eS PRO storage units can be attached to the G Tech RAID controller for up to 8TB of capacity and over 600 MB sec of performance Replacements extra G SPEED eS PRO disk modules are available for purchase online at www g technology com products g speed es cfm
6. The purchaser shall bear all shipping packing and insurance costs and all other costs excluding parts and labor necessary to effectuate repair replacement or refund under this warranty All returned Product must be shipped to G Tech in the original shipping container e Operating system and version e Computer brand and model e Amount of memory installed e Other devices attached to your computer Thank you for purchasing G SPEED eS PRO If you have any comments or questions about this manual or the Product please call 310 449 4599 or send an email to info g technology com For more information on how to obtain warranty service an RMA number or to acquire shipping materials contact G Technology at 3528 Hayden Ave Culver City CA 90232 310 449 4599 or support g technology com IN THE EVENT A PRODUCT BECOMES DEFECTIVE DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD THE PURCHASER S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY SHALL BE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED ABOVE INCIDENTAL OR CONSEPROUENTAL DAMAGES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION LOSS OF DATA ARISING FROM BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ARE NOT THE RESPONSIBILITY OF G TECH AND TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED BOTH FOR PROPERTY DAMAGE AND TO THE EXTENT NOT UNCONSCIONABLE FOR PERSONAL INJURY DAMAGE A Page 17 G SPEED eS PRO INSTALLATION GUIDE for use with G Tech RAID controller APPENDIX A WEB GUI 5 Drive Status Check the status of all connected hard drives in
7. necessary to install this software Continue A Page G SPEED eS PRO INSTALLATION GUIDE for use with G Tech RAID controller 4 After restarting your system the G SPEED eS PRO will mount on your desktop Your G SPEED eS PRO is shipped from the factory in RAID 0 mode The G Tech RAID controller also supports RAID 1 3 5 6 and JBOD modes Refer to Section 10 below if you wish to change the mode of operation 8 4 Uninstalling the G Tech PCle RAID Controller Software 1 Double click on the uninstall command file located in the Manuals Drivers G SPEED es Proz folder on the included CD as shown above 2 A Terminal window will open and you may be prompted to enter your password to delete the installed driver Note A and web GUI 9 G TECH RAID CONTROLLER WEB GUI The G Tech RAID controller web GUI is used to configure and monitor the G SPEED eS PRO system The GUI is accessed using any web browser such as Safari Internet Explorer or equivalent See appendix A 4 5 for instructions on changing password 9 1 Accessing the G Tech PCle RAID Controller Web GUI 1 Open your web browser and enter the following address http localhost 7412 eS PRO Web GUI file located in the folder Manuals Drivers G SPEED eS Pro Shortcut to Web GUI to your Documents folder Drag the file from the Documents folder to the dock as shown below Click on the icon to access the web GUI NOTE A shortcut has been provi
8. ACI N Aberturas al frente y en la parte posterior de la unidad se proporcionan para ventilaci n y para asegurar una operaci n estable as como para proteger a la unidad de sobrecalentamiento Estas aberturas no deber n ser obstruidas o cubiertas Esta unidad nunca se deber de colocar cerca o encima de un radiador o fuente de calor Esta unidad no se deber de colocar en muebles construidos a la medida tales como libreros o estantes salvo que se proporcione ventilaci n adecuada FUENTES DE ENERG A La unidad deber operar nicamente a partir del tipo de fuente de energ a indicada en la etiqueta correspondiente Si no est seguro del tipo de fuente de energ a en su edificio consulte a su distribuidor local o compa a de suministro de energ a el ctrica A AA 10 PUESTAA TIERRA Y POLARIZACION El equipo se entrega con un cable alimentador con un enchufe con puesta a tierra de 3 alambres en un extremo y un enchufe estandar IEC Comit Electrot cnico Internacional de tres alambres en el otro El enchufe con puesta a tierra de 3 alambres se conecta a un tomacorri ente con puesta a tierra y el conector IEC tiene por objeto enchufarse a una unidad Medea El enchufe con puesta a tierra de 3 alambres es una medida de seguridad Si no le es posible conectar el enchufe a un tomacorriente no lo fuerce P ngase en contacto con un electricista para sustituir el tomacorriente obsoleto NO FRUSTRE LA MEDIDA DE SEGURI
9. CIR EL RIESGO DE DESCARGA EL CTRICA NO RETIRE LA CUBIERTA O CUBIERTA POSTERIOR NO HAY ADENTRO PARTES REPARABLES POR EL USUARIO PERMITA QUE EL SERVICIO LO REALICE PERSONAL DE SERVICIO CALIFICADO ADVERTENCIA PARA PREVENIR LA POSIBILIDAD DE PROVOCAR UN INCENDIO O DE RECIBIR UNA DESCARGA EL CTRICA NO EXPONGA ESTE MISE EN GARDE AFIN DE PR VENIR TOUT RISQUE D INCENDIE OU D LECTROCUTION NE PAS EXPOSER L APPAREIL A LA PLUIE NI A LHUMIDIT SISTEMA A LA LLUVIA O HUMEDAD LEA LAS INSTRUCCIONES Deber leer todas las instrucciones sobre seguridad y operaci n antes de operar la unidad GUARDAR LAS INSTRUCCIONES Deber guardar las instrucciones sobre seguridad y operaci n para refer encia futura PRESTE ATENCION A ADVERTENCIAS Deber cumplir con todas las Advertencias indicadas en la unidad o en las instrucciones de operaci n SIGA LAS INSTRUCCIONES Deber seguir todas las instrucciones sobre operaci n y uso ACCESORIOS No utilice accesorios que no hayan sido recomendados por el fabricante de la unidad en virtud de que pueden crear un peligro AGUA Y HUMEDAD No utilice esta unidad cerca de agua por ejemplo cerca de una tina lavabo fregadero o tinaco en un s tano mojado o cerca de una piscina EQUIPO AUXILIAR No coloque esta unidad sobre carritos bases tripodes soportes o mesas inestables La unidad se podr caer causando lesiones graves y da os severos a la unidad VENTIL
10. D 5 7 00 TB Write Back 64k 512B HPT DIS ES mt Se Create Array Page 16 G SPEED eS PRO INSTALLATION GUIDE for use with G Tech RAID controller 13 TECHNICAL SUPPORT 14 LIMITED WARRANTY If you encounter any difficulties while installing G SPEED eS PRO G Technology by Hitachi warrants your Product against any defect please contact G Tech Technical Support via one of the following in material and workmanship under normal use for the designated warranty period If the Product should become defective within the Telephone 310 449 4599 warranty period G Tech will at its discretion repair or replace the Fax 310 449 4670 Product Repair or replacement parts or Products will be furnished E mail support g technology com on an exchange basis and will be either new or reconditioned All Internet http www g technology com support replaced parts or Products shall become the Property of G Tech This warranty shall not apply if the Product has been damaged by When contacting Technical Support make sure to be in front of your accident misuse abuse or as a result of unauthorized service or computer and have the following information readily available parts Warranty service is available to the purchaser by obtaining a Return Material Authorization number RMA and by delivering the e Your G SPEED eS PRO serial number on bottom of unit Product during the warranty period to an authorized G Tech service facility or to G Tech
11. DAD INCORPORADA POR EL ENCHUFE CON PUESTA A TIERRA Para uso en pa ses extranjeros p ngase en contacto con su distribuidor local de Medea o su representante para obtener un cable alimentador con un enchufe con puesta a tierra de 3 alambres en un extremo y un enchufe est ndar IEC de tres alambres en el otro compatible en su pa s PROTECCION DEL CABLE ALIMENTADOR Los cables alimentadores se deber n de colocar de manera que se evite que sean pisados o pellizcados por alg n equipo o mueble puestos encima de ellos o contra ellos poniendo especial atenci n al enchufe del cable alimentador recept culos de protecci n o el punto en que se conectan a la unidad 1 bh 12 SERVCIOS No intente dar servicio a esta unidad por s mismo en virtud de que abrir la unidad o retirar alguna cubierta lo puede exponer a voltajes peli grosos u otros riesgos Permita que el servicio lo realice personal de servicio calificado 1 LIRE LES DIRECTIVES Lire toutes les directives concernant la s curit et le fonctionnement de l appareil avant de l utiliser 2 CONSERVER LES DIRECTIVES Conserver les directives concernant la s curit et le fonctionnement de l appareil pour r f rence ult rieure 3 RESPECTER LES MISES EN GARDE Respecter toutes les mises en garde sur l appareil et dans le manuel d utilisation 4 SUIVRE LES DIRECTIVES Suivre toutes les directives concemant le fonctionnement et l utilisation de l appareil 5 ACCESSOIRES
12. ED eS PRO Page 13 G SPEED eS PRO INSTALLATION GUIDE for use with G Tech RAID controller 13 Click the lt OK gt button The following window will appear to indicate that the G SPEED eS PRO is initializing G SPEED esPro 9 Configuration Utility la Manage Event Task Settings Drive Status www Q tech nology com G SPEED es Pro lt a Configuration Utility Gene r Create Arra Array Type RAD S Arani Meme C SPEED AS Manage Event Task Settings Drive Status Intkaltzation Method foreground 64 Logical Device Information Cache Policy Write Back ed e Cach os Name Type Capacity Policy BlockSize SectorSize Nape atus Biock Size x al G SPEED RAID Initializing Foreground e SProRS 5 7 00 TB Write Back 64k 5128 0 A nce Number of RAIDS member disks Create Array Select AN Location Model Capacty Max Free wv opt Hitachi HDE72101 STNGO4MHI25MIB 1 00 TB 1 00 TR Physical Device Information 92 Hitachi MDE72101 STNGOAMMIIMPOB 1 00 TB 1 00 TB Location Model Capacity Max Free u Hitachi MDR72101 STNGOAMHI2PTSB 1 00 TB 1 00 TB a ES 1 Hitachi HDE72101 STN604MH135M1B 1 00 TB 0 00 GB ya Hitachi MDE72101 STNGOAMMIISPIB 1 00 TB 1 00 TR us Hitachi HERT2101 STNSOBMEILAGMEW 1 00 TS 1 00 18 g 2 Hitachi HDE72101 STNGO4MH12HPOB 1 00 TB 0 00 GB 6 Hitachi HDE72101 STNGOSMMIRMKZW 1 00 TB 1 00 TB amp 3 Hitachi HDE72101 STNGO4MH12PT9B 1 00 TB 0 00 GB 7 Hitachi HDE72101 STNGOS
13. EFAHR EINES ELEKTRISCHEN SCHLAGES ZU VERRINGERN DARF DAS GER T WEDER REGEN NOCH FEUCHTIGKEIT AUSGESETZT WERDEN 10 ERDUNG UND POLUNG Zur Ausstattung Sele ein Stromkabel mit einem amerikanischen Schutzkontakt Stecker mit Erdung auf der einen Seite und einem Kaltger te Stecker auf der anderen IEC Standard Der Schutzkontaktstecker passt in eine amerikanische Schutzkontaktsteckdose und de Kaltgeratestecker in ihr Medea Ger t Der Schutzkontaktstecker ist eine Sicherheitseinrichtung Sollten Sie ihn nicht ich Ihre Steckdose stecken k nnen wenden Sie keine Gewalt an Setzen Sie sich mit Ihrem Elektriker in Verbindung um die Steckdose auszuwechseln Zerst ren Sie unter keinen Umst nden die Sicherheitseinrichtung an Ihrem Stecker Zur Anwendung in anderen L ndem setzen Sie sich mit Ihrem Medea H ndler in Verbindung der Ihnen ein Landes bliches Stromkabel mit einem Schutzkontaktstecker auf der einen und einem Kaltger testecker auf der anderen Seite zur Verf gung stellt STROMKABEL ISOLIERUNG Stromkabel sollten so gelegt werden dass man nicht auf sie tritt oder Geganst nde auf ihnen stehen bzw gegen sie sto en Besondere Aufmerksamkeit sollte Leitungen und Steckem sowie Kupplungen und die Stelle an der sie das Ger t verlassen gewidment werden 12 SERVICE Versuchen Sie keinesfalls das Ger t selbst ndig zu warten oder das Geh use zu ffnen Dies kann Sie gef hrlicher Spannung oder andem Gefahren aussetzen Uberl
14. IDE for use with G Tech RAID controller 2 Attach the other end of the mini SAS cable to Port 1 leftmost port on the G Tech RAID controller as shown below PORT 1 ES e AY PLA ee se 6000 9 9 99 OOOO A eee eeeee000 3 Attach the power cord to the back of G SPEED eS PRO and connect the other end to AC power 4 Power on G SPEED eS PRO 8 3 Loading the G Tech PCle RAID Controller Software Check for software updates at http www g technology com Support If you are upgrading software you must un install the previous version first See section 8 4 for details 1 Double click on the G SPEED eS PRO icon located in the Manuals Drivers folder on the included CD as shown below s a vr ay ay gt G RAD min G RAID mini 2 G SAFE 3 4 ts 7 z C SPEED C SPEED es G SPEED es Pro gt eSATA Lx PCle Adapter SATA 4x PCle Adapter Legacy Products Check for updates sf 2 Double click on the G Tech RAID Controller installer package as shown below 4 items 109 8 MB available p G SPEED eS Pro Manual 05 09 pdf k G SPEED eS PRO 1 0 gt 2 Shortcut to Web GUI uninstall command 3 The following window will appear Follow the instructions to load the software Install G Tech G SPEED eS PRO RAID Controller Welcome to the G Tech G SPEED es PRO RAID Controller Installer Welcome to the Mac OS X Installation Program You will be Introduction guided through the steps
15. ISTURE 1 READ INSTRUCTIONS All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference HEED WARNINGS All Warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS All operating and use instructions should be followed ATTACHMENTS Do not use attachments not recommended by the unit s manufacturer as they may cause hazards WATER AND MOISTURE Do not use this unit near water for example near a bathtub washbowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool ACCESSORIES Do not place this unit on an unstable cart stand tripod bracket or table The unit may fall causing serious injury and serious damage to the unit VENTILATION Openings in the front and back of the unit are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation and to protect it from over heating These openings must not be blocked or covered This unit should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat source This unit should not be placed in a built in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided POWER SOURCES This unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rating label If you are not sure of the type of power supply in your facility consult your local de
16. MMIRPISW 1 00 TB 1 00 TR g 4 Hitachi HDE72101 STNGO4MH12SP3B 1 00 TB 0 00 GB da Hitachi MDR72101 STNSOSMHIPZESW 1 00 TB 1 00 TB g s Hitachi HDE72101 STNGOSMH1RGMZW 1 00 TB 0 00 GB Capacty According to the max as MB free space on the selected disks SS 6 Hitachi HDE72101 STNGOSMH1RNXZW 1 00 TB 0 00 GB Sector Size 128 Sa 7 Hitachi HDE72101 STNGOSMH1RPISW 1 00 TB 0 00 GB 6E 8 Hitachi HDE72101 STNGOSMHiPZBSW 1 00 TB 0 00 GB Rescan Beeper Mute 13 Select RAID 5 for Array Type enter Tach nate Iac Wob RAID Marena G SPEED eS PRO R5 for Array Name select Foreground and Write Back for Initialization Method and Cache Policy respectively and click the lt Select All gt button then Click the 16 ul Br 9 gal O eee as A pet eCrestesbuti n of final capacity Once the initialization process is complete the GUI will indicate Type as RAID 5 and Status as Normal 14 The following window will appear http localhost 7412 RAID 5 Array G SPEED eSProR5 has been created successfully Disk 1 Hrachi HDE72101 STNED4MH135MIB 1 Disk 2 Hrrachi HDE72101 STN604MH12HPOB 2 Disk 3 Hitachi HDE72101 STNGO4MM12PT9B 3 Disk 4 Hitachi HDE72101 STN604MH125P38 4 Disk 5 Hitachi HDE72101 STNGOSMHIRGMZW 5 Disk 6 Hitachi HDE72101 STNGOSMHIRNXZW 6 Disk 7 Hitachi HDE72101 STNGOSMHIRPSSW 7 Disk 8 Hitachi HDE72101 STNEOSMHIPZBSW 8 nn Page 14 G SPEED eS PRO INSTALLATION G
17. SProR5 has been created successfully Disk 1 Hitachi HDE72101 STN604MH135M1B 1 Disk 2 Hitachi HDE72101 STN604MH12HPOB 2 Disk 3 Hitachi HDE72101 STN604MH12PT9B 3 Disk 4 Hitachi HDE72101 STN604MH12SP3B 4 ok 9 Click the lt OK gt button The following window will appear The GUI will indicate that the G SPEED eS PRO is initializing ano G Technology Web RAID Management Array Management ts a e gt mut amp a JE aX hp localhost 7412 Jarrman cgi userid RAID Ta G SPEED UN SPEE ui D XL XL SAS a e o www g lechinology com G SPEED es Pro SR Configuration Utility Manage Event Task Settings Drive Status Logical Device Information Cache BiockSize SectorSize OS Name Type Capacity Policy Nam G SPEED zen 3 00 TB Write Back 64k 5128 Initializing Foreground eSProR5 0 Hajntenance Create Array Physical Device Information Location Model Capacity Max Free SJ 1 Hitachi HDE72101 STN604MH135M1B 1 00 TB 0 00 GB J 2 Hitachi HDE72101 STNGOAMHL2HPOB 1 00 TB 0 00 GB 3 Hitachi HDE72101 STNGO4MH12PT9B 1 00 TB 0 00 GB 4 Hitachi HDE72101 STN604MH125P3B 1 00 TB 0 00 GB Rescan Beep Mut G Technology Inc Web RAID Management 10 The RAID 5 initialization process takes approximately one hour per TB of final capacity Once the initialization process is complete the GUI will indicate Type as RAID 5 and Status as Normal 11 The Mac OS will dis
18. UIDE for use with G Tech RAID controller 17 The Mac OS will display the Disk Insertion window indicating the G SPEED eS PRO is now ready to be initialized Click on the lt Initialize gt button to launch the Apple Disk Utility and refer to your system documentation for instructions Disk Insertion y The disk you inserted was not readable by this computer Initialize Ignore Eject 12 WHAT TO DO IN THE EVENT OF A DISK DRIVE FAILURE The G Tech RAID controller continually monitors the health of each of the disk drives in G SPEED eS PRO In the event of a disk failure an audible alarm will sound The web GUI will also report the failed drive and its physical position NOTE If G SPEED eS PRO was configured in a protected RAID mode RAID 1 3 or 5 a drive failure does not result in data loss However the array is now in an unprotected state and the failed drive should be replaced as soon as possible to avoid data loss NOTE If G SPEED eS PRO was configured in RAID 6 mode up to two drives can fail with no loss of data Replace any failed drive as soon as possible Follow the steps below to identify and replace a failed drive 1 Launch the web GUI 2 Mute the alarm by clicking on the lt Beeper Mute gt button The GUI will display information like that shown below An exclamation mark on the G SPEED eS PRO icon indicates that the Status of the array is Critical The lower portion o
19. aler or power company The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating maintenance servicing instructions literature accompanying the appliance AA 10 GROUNDING AND POLARIZATION This equipment is supplied with a power cord with a US style 3 wire grounding type plug at one end and a 3 wire lEC standard connector at the other The 3 wire grounding type plug will fit into a US style grounding type power outlet and the IEC connector is intended to plug into the Med a unit The 3 wire grounding type plug is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet do not force it Contact your electrician to replace the obsolete outlet DO NOT DEFEAT THE SAFETY PURPOSE OF THE GROUNDING TYPE PLUG For use in Foreign Countries contact your local Med a dealer or representative to obtain a power cord with a locally compatible 3 wire grounding plug on one end and a 3 wire IEC standard connector on the other POWER CORD PROTECTION Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them paying par
20. apacity Number of RAIDS member disks 8 Capacity Enter the desired capacity of the new array Default O Sa is the Maximum capacity available Location Model Capacity Max Free Y gm 1 Hitachi HDE72101 STN604MH135M1B 1 00 TB 1 00 TB ei G2 Mitachi MDE72101 STNGO4MMI2MPOB 1 00 TB 1 00 TB 9 Create As expected selecting this will begin the array Y ga 3 Hitachi HDE72101 STN604MH12PT9B 1 00 TB 1 00 TB creation process Y 4 Hitachi HDE72101 5TN604MH125P3B 1 00 TB 1 00 TB free space on the selected disks Maximum mB Sector Size sis Create O G Technology Inc Web RAID Management 1 Array Type select the RAID level for new array A 4 Physical Device Information A Page 20 G SPEED eS PRO INSTALLATION GUIDE for use with G Tech RAID controller Physical Device Information Location Model Capacity O Max Free 1 4p Hitachi HDE72101 STN604MH135M1B 1 00 TB 0 00 GB J 2 Hitachi HDE72101 STN604MH12HPOB 1 00 TB 0 00 GB 3 Hitachi HDE72101 STN604MH12PT9B 1 00 TB 0 00 GB EJ 4 Hitachi HDE72101 STN604MH12SP3B 1 00 TB 0 00 GB O 0 G Technology Inc Web RAID Management 1 Location Shows the location of disks attached to the controller 2 Model Displays the drive model and serial number of disks currently attached to the controller 3 Capacity Displays the advertised capacity of the disks currently attached to the controller 4 Max Free Displays the maximum free capacity of the disks currently attached to the c
21. assen sie alle Wartungsarbeiten qualifiziertem Service Personal pers h A Page 2 G SPEED eS PRO INSTALLATION GUIDE for use with G Tech RAID controller MEDIDAS PREVENTIVAS IMPORTANTES MISES EN GARDE IMPORTANTES El simbolo del rayo con fecha dentro de un tri ngulo equil tero tiene por objeto alertar al usuario de la presencia de voltaje peligroso y sin aislamiento en el interior del producto que pudiera ser de la sufi dente magnitud como para constituir el riesgo de recibir una descarga el ctrica Le symbole d clair dans un triangle quilat ral indique la pr sence d une tension suff isamment lev e pour engendrer un risque de chocs lectriques PRECAUCION ATTENTION RIESGO DE DESCARGA EL CTRICA NO ABRIR El simbolo de el signo de exclamaci n dentro de un tri ngulo equil tero tiene por objeto alertar al usuario de la existencia de instrucciones importantes para la operaci n y mantenimiento servicios en los documentos que acompa an el equipo Le point d exclamation dans un triangle quilat ral indique que le manuel d utilisation inclus avec l appareil contient d importantes recommandations quant au fonctionnement et a l entretien de ce demier APN DE PR VENIR LES AISQUES D ELECTROCUTION NE PAS ENLEVER LE COUVERCLE NI LE PANNEAU ARRI RE DE LAPPAREL AUCUNE PIECE INT RIEURE NE PEUT ETRE R PAR E PAR LUTLSATEUR POUR TOUTE R PARATION CONSULTER UN TECHNICEN COMP TENT PRECAUCI N PARA REDU
22. ck to see if the fan is spinning and move the unit to a cooler location If you require a new fan contact G Tech Support for a replacement 7 2 The G Tech RAID controller is also equipped with an audible alarm that sounds when 1 A disk drive failure occurs or 2 When the G SPEED eS PRO is removed from the RAID controller without first selecting Unplug in the Array Maintenance menu in the web GUI If you hear an audible alarm coming from the G Tech RAID controller see Section 12 What to do in the Event of a Disk Drive Failure See Appendix A 2 for information on the proper way to hot Unplug G SPEED eS PRO 8 SETTING UP G SPEED eS PRO WITH THE G TECH PCle RAID CONTROLLER G SPEED eS PRO comes pre configured in RAID 0 mode and formatted for MAC OS X Connecting G SPEED eS PRO to your Mac PRO and configuring your system takes just a few steps as outlined below 8 1 Installing the G Tech PCle RAID Controller 1 Install the G Tech RAID controller into SLOT 4 top slot of your Mac PRO workstation 2 Secure the RAID controller in place NOTE If you are using an AJA Blackmagic Design or equivalent video capture card install it in SLOT 3 unless otherwise instructed by the card vendor 8 2 Attaching G SPEED eS PRO to the G TECH RAID Controller 1 Attach one end of the supplied mini SAS cable to the mini SAS port located on the back of G SPEED eS PRO Page 6 G SPEED eS PRO INSTALLATION GU
23. cluding detailed SMART data The HDD Temperature Threshold adjusts the threshold of the hard drive aaa G Tech G SPEED eS Configuration Utility Array Management a a I 6 Mirmo localnost 7402 arrman coPuserid admin_ 6f 4e43 OBA coogie temperature to trigger a warning email Default is 140 F IN G SPEED es Apple 33 Amazon eBay Yahoo News 92 and should not be changed G SPEED eS PRO Conf tion Utilit v Aadne anaa A 1 Manage Array Manage Event Tasks Settings Drive Status G SPEED es Pro 1 g Manage N 3 Configuration Utility Array This is the main screen of the G SPEED eS PRO Manage Event Task Settings Drive Status web GUI G SPEED eS is configured and monitored from a Logical Device Information this page See Appendix A 1 for details ER j Name Type Capacity Cache Policy BlockSize SectorSize OS Name Status Devices Hard drive parameters are modified on this page c sPeen espro RAIDO 4 0078 WriteBack 64k 5128 HPTDISKO_O Normal Maintenance ee O 8 17 you should not make any changes on this page as the drives are configured for optimal performance with the G SPEED eS PRO Information about the RAID controller is displayed here and this page is also used to update the RAID firmware Spare Pool When configured in protected mode drives can be assigned to a spare pool sometimes called hot spare These drives will be automatically added to the Array in the event of a d
24. de please refer to Section 10 For an explanation of supported RAID levels please refer to Appendix B Section 10 if you wish to change the mode of operation G SPEED eS Pro sold before November 2011 are configured for use with the G Tech PCle RAID controller Units purchased after this date are set up for use with the ATTO R680 RAID controller See section 10 to configure units purchased after November 2001 for use with the G Tech RAID controller G SPEED eS PRO has been set up at the factory in RAID 0 mode The controller also supports RAID 1 3 5 6 and JBOD modes Refer to Page 5 G SPEED eS PRO INSTALLATION GUIDE for use with G Tech RAID controller 7 G SPEED eS PRO AUDIBLE ALARMS 7 1 The G SPEED eS PRO enclosure is equipped with an audible A alarm that sounds when 1 The internal temperature of the G SPEED eS PRO enclosure reaches a temperature of 60 centigrade and or 2 When the main FAN fails or the RPM of the fan slows to a state where the fan can no longer adequately cool the system To silence the alarm push the mute button located on the back of the G SPEED eS PRO as shown below Mute Button located on rear of unit MiniSAS In addition to the audible alarm the Temperature Fan Warning LED located on the front bezel of G SPEED eS PRO will illuminate If you hear an audible alarm and see the RED warning LED on the front of G SPEED eS PRO stop using G SPEED eS PRO immediately Che
25. ded to access the web GUI Drag the G SPEED 2 The following will appear in your browser window Enter admin as the User Name and 0000 four zeros as the Password and click on the lt Login gt button To view this page you need to log in to area G Technology Web RAID Management on localhost 7412 Your log in information will be sent securely Password eeee Remember this password in my keychain Cancel Login Note See appendix A 4 5 for instructions on changing the password Page 8 G SPEED eS PRO INSTALLATION GUIDE for use with G Tech RAID controller 3 The main screen of the web GUI will appear as shown below Note 10 1 Changing from RAID 0 to RAID 5 that the G SPEED eS PRO is set up as a RAID 0 Each of the four drives in the unit are displayed in the lower Section of the GUI 1 Unmount G SPEED eS PRO by dragging the icon to the trash IES A http bocalhost 74 12 arrman cgifuserid RAID G SPEED eS PRO G SPEED es Pro a Configuration Utility Manage Event Task Settings Drive Status 2 Launch the G Tech RAID Controller web GUI Logical Device Information Name Type Capacity Cache Policy BiockSize SectorSize OS Name Status G sPeeo esPro RAIDO 4 0078 Write Back 64k 5128 MPTDISKO_O Normal Maintenance 3 Click on the Maintenance Link The window shown below will appear ane G Technology Web RAID Management Array Management Phy
26. f the GUI indicates which drive in which G SPEED eS PRO unit has failed ano G Technology Web RAID Management Array Management CS BEE 404 http tocalhost 7412 arrman cgluserid RAID o CY www Q fechoology nT Configuration Utility Manage Event Task Settings Drive Status Logical Device Information Name Type Capacty Cache Policy BlockSize SectorSize OS Name Status G SPEED oSProRS RAIDS 7 00 TB Write Back 64k 5128 HPT DISK O_O Critical Maintenance Create Array Physical Device Information Location Model Capacity Max Free ae 1 Hitachi HDE727101 STN6D04MH135M1M 1 00 Tn 0 00 GN amp 2 Hitachi HDE77101 STN604MH12HPOB 1 00 TB 0 00 GB Sy 3 Hitachi HDE72101 STMN604MMH12PT9B 1 00 TB 0 00 GB ae 4 Hitachi HDE72101 STNG6O04MH1 25 38 1 00 TB 0 00 GB 5 Hitachi HDE72101 STNGOSMHIRGMZW 1 00 TB 0 00 GB y 6 Hitachi HDE72101 STNGOSMHIRNXZW 1 00 TB 0 00 GB ey 7 Hitachi HDE72101 STNGOS5MH1RP3SW 1 00 TB 0 00 GB ag Hitachi MDE72101 STNEOSMHIPZUSW 1 00 Tn 0 00 Gu R Beeper M G Technology Inc Web RAID Management In this example there are two G SPEED eS PRO units connected to the G Tech RAID controller Drive 7 ofthe G SPEED eS PRO connected to Port 2 ofthe G Tech RAID controller has failed Page 15 G SPEED eS PRO INSTALLATION GUIDE for use with G Tech RAID controller 3 Remove the failed drive In this example Drive 3 ofthe G 7 WARNING Make absolutely sure that you remove t
27. figuration Utility Event Task Settings Drive Status Logical Device Information Type Capacity Cache Policy BlockSize SectorSize OS Name Status Create Array array A RAID 0 Array Information G SPEED De 1 eSPro JDevice_1Urplus Y Change Cache Policy 4 Device_2 Device_3 Device_4 1 Delete Deletes current Array WARNING THIS OPERATION WILL DELETE THE ARRAY AND ALL DATA ON IT 2 Unplug This will disconnect the Array from the controller sure to unmount all volumes from the system before using this option This enables G SPEED eS PRO units to be unplugged from the system without causing an alarm NOTE While the controller is hot pluggable we recommend shutting the system down when connecting or disconnecting G SPEED eS PRO from the controller Www q tech JOG Y COM 3 Change Cache Policy Write back Data written to the array is cached This will result in higher performance but data loss may occur in case of a power failure Write through Data written to the array is always passed directly to the disks Subsequent reads may still be completed from the cache if appropriate 4 Rename Renames array as displayed in the GUI 5 Shows the devices currently part of the Array their location and status RAID 5 Array Information Verify Me Write Back get Change Cache Policy 6 Verify Verifies the integrity of the RAID set 7 Cha
28. he failed drive indicated by Rare En a to AUE the G u Be d the GUI If multiple G SPEED eS PRO units are connected to the G Tech RAID contro er y inserting the provided key in to the lock hole an controller it is a good idea to follow the cable to ensure you know which Port gently sliding the drive module out of the enclosure the array is connected to on the RAID controller G SPEED eS PRO in Port 1 Mode REMOVING THE WRONG DRIVE WILL RESULT IN THE LOSS OF THE ARRAY AND ALL OF THE CONTENT STORED ON G SPEED eS PRO 3 Hitachi H 3 e 4 Replace the failed drive with a new disk module and secure in a Hitachi I place Once the drive has spun up to speed the GUI will _ dig ies l jj n indicate that the array is rebuilding The Status shows Rn Rebuilding and the percentage complete as shown below The E Hitachi rebuild time is approximately 2 hours per TB o fer Hitachi o l Logical Device Information peame Hitachi Name Type Capacity Cache Policy BlockSize SectorSize OS Name Status X pee Hitachi H Y G SPEED eSProR5 RAID 5 7 00 TB Write Back 64k 512B HPT on Maintenance Create Array j a9 _Rescan Beeper Mute G SPEED eS PRO in Port 2 o 5 Once the rebuild is complete G SPEED eS PRO is back to Normal and protecting your valuable data once again PORT 1 PORT 2 Logical Device Information Name Type Capacity Cache Policy BlockSize SectorSize OS Name atu A G SPEED eSProR5 RAI
29. icy write Back 8 Block Size esk Fe maw g technology corm Number of RAIDS member disks G SPEED es Pro Configuration Utility Select All Location Model Capacity Max Free 1 Hitachi HDE72101 STNG0AMH135M1B 1 00 TB 1 00 TB Event Task Settings Drive Status ee 42 Hitachi HDE72101 STNGO4MH12HPOB 1 00 TB 1 00 TB Logical Device Information Name Type Capacity Cache Policy BiockSize SectorSize OS Name Y g 3 Hitachi HDE72101 STNG604MH12PT9B 1 00 TB 1 00 TB 4 oye Hitachi HDE72101 STNG6O04MH12SP3B 1 00 TB 1 00 TB Create Array Capacity According to the max ey free space on the selected disks Mungia MB Physical Device Information Sector Size 5128 Location Model Capacity Max Free ETIC Hitachi HDE72101 STN604MH135M1DB 1 00 TB 1 00 TB 7 reate Hitachi HDE72101 STN604MH12HPOB 1 00 TB 1 00 TB Hitachi HDE72101 STN604MH12PT9B 1 00 TB 1 00 TB G Technology Inc Web RAID Management Hitachi HDE72101 STN604MH12SP3B 1 00 TB 1 00 TB Rescan Beeper Mute NOTE In this example we are creating a RAID 5 The system can also be set up in RAID 1 3 6 or JBOD mode by selecting the appropriate setting in the Array Type pull down menu G Technology inc Web RAID Management Page 10 G SPEED eS PRO INSTALLATION GUIDE for use with G Tech RAID controller 8 Click the lt Create gt button The following window will appear http localhost 7412 RAID 5 Array G SPEED e
30. ie SectorSize 05 Name RAID_0_0 RAIDO 4 00 TB Write Back 64 RAID 0 RAIDO Crease Array 3 Both systems will mount to the desktop Hitachi NHOE72101 STNOO4MH12PT98 Hitachi HOE72101 STNHEO4HMH1I5P3B Hitachi HDE72101 STNSOSMHIRGMZIW 4 Unmount both G SPEED eS PRO units by dragging the icons to the trash Hitachi NHOET2101 5TNEOSMMIRNKZW Hitachi HOE72101 STNSCOSMHIRE SSW a Hitachi HOE72101 STNEOSMHIPZESW Rescan Beeper Mute 5 Launch the G Tech RAID Controller web GUI With the two units attached to the G Tech RAID controller the GUI will display AR information like that shown below G SPEED es Pro aean 7 Click the lt Delete gt button The following window will appear Configuration Utility Manage Event Task Settings Drive Status ogical Device Information men a men stp localhost 7412 All data on the array you selected will be deleted Do you want to contine s Hitech HOTTIIOL STHEO4HNI ISNI D gt zeig gt a WARNING This will delete any data stored on G SPEED eS PRO Oa 8 Click the lt OK gt button to delete the array Page 12 G SPEED eS PRO INSTALLATION GUIDE for use with G Tech RAID controller 9 Click on the Maintenance link next to the array with OS Name 11 Click the lt OK gt button to delete the array Both arrays have HP Disk 0_1 The window below will appear now been deleted as shown below n G SPEED es Pro
31. ler 9 NCQ Default Enabled DHCP y 1P Address Subnet Mask 255 255 10 Adapter Mode Default RAID adapter mode Gateway DNS Server Ethernet MAC Address 00 19 3c 42 00 07 2 Settings User Used to change the GUI password Default 0000 G Technology Inc Web RAID Management ww technclogy com 5 Settings Email G SPEED es Pro En N Nef Configuration Utility nter your email information and password to enable Sierras mail notification in the event of a fault with G SPEED eS Pro Manage Event Task Settings Drive Status M Enable Event Notification The password length can not be larger than 8 Server Address name or IP mail youcdomain com Password Mail From E mail address you ygurdomain com Confirm Login Name you yourdomain com Change Password Password essssess SMTP Port 25 Submit Reset G Technology Inc Web RAID Management Te E mail Name Event Level Add Recipient nnd Ema SNMP ie C Not cu rrently supported A Event Level C Information C Warning Error Add Test 4 Settings Network Enables G SPEED eS Pro to be remotely monitored and configured Attach a network cable to the ethernet connector on the G Tech RAID controller and and restart your Mac Enter the IP 6 Settings address in any web browser to access the web GUI NTP Not currently supported G Technology Inc Web RAID Manage
32. ment Appendix A 5 Drive Status Displays the status of all connected hard drives including detailed SMART data The HDD Temperature Threshold adjusts the threshold of the hard drive temperature to trigger a warning email Default is 140 F and should not be changed A Page 2 2 G SPEED eS PRO INSTALLATION GUIDE for use with G Tech RAID controller APPENDIX B RAID levels explained RAID Level 0 JBOD Description Disk striping Mirroring Disk striping with distributed parity Disk striping with dual distributed parity Just a bunch of disks Advantage Offers the highest performance and a useable storage capacity of 100 of total available storage capacit Maximum level of data protection as identical data is written to multiple drives High read performance medium write performance with data protection in case of a drive failure High read performance medium write performance with data protection in case of up to two drive failures Each drive can be accessed as an individual volume Useable storage capacity is 100 of total available storage Disadvantage No fault tolerance failure of one drive in the array results in complete data loss Useable storage space is 50 of total available capacity Useable storage Capacity equals total capacity of all drives in the array less the Capacity of one drive For example a 4x 1TB RAID 5 yields a useable capacity of
33. n oder in der n he eines Pools 7 ZUBEHOR Stellen Sie das Ger t nicht auf einen wackeligen Rollcontainer St nder Stativ Regal oder Tisch Das Ger t k nnte herunterfallen was einen bleibenden bzw irreparablen Schaden an dem Ger t hervorrufen k nnte 8 BELUFTUNG ffnungen an der Vor und R ckseite des Ger tes sind f r die Bel ftung vorgesehen um eine zuverl ssige Funktion zu garantieren und gegen Uberhitzung vorzubeugen Diese finungen d rfen weder verstellt noch zugedeckt werden Das Ger t sollte niemals in der N he einer Heizung oder einer anderen Warmequelle aufgestellt werden Das Ger t sollte au erdem nicht in einem Einbaugeh use wie einem Schrank oder einem Rack installiert werden solange eine ausreichende Bel ftung nicht sichergestellt ist 9 NETZANSCHLUB STROMVERSORGUNG Das Ger t sollte nur mit der Spannungsversorgung die auf dem Ger teaufkleber ausgewiesen ist betrieben werden Sollten Sie nicht sicher sein welche Art der Spannungsversorgung in Ihrem Betrieb ver wendet wird fragen Sie bei Ihrem m oder der Stromversorgungsgesellschaft nach Dieses Symbol soll den Benutzer darauf aufmerksam machen dass er hier unisolierte gef hrliche Spannung innerhalb des Geh uses antrifft die ausreichend gef hrlich ist um einen Stromschlag hervorzurufen Dieses Symbol ist gedacht um den Anwender darauf hinzuweisen dass sich im Handbuch wichtige Hinweise befinden A AA warnung UM DIE G
34. ne extr mit et d un connecteur femelle CE standard a l autre extr mit La fiche polaris e a trois branches peut tre branch e dans une prise de courant polaris e de style americain et le connecteur CEI doit tre rac cord a l appareil Medea La fiche polaris e trois branches constitue une mesure de s curit Si elle ne s ins re pas ais ment dans la prise ne pas la forcer Contacter un lectricien pour remplacer la prise d su te NE PAS TENTER DE CONTOURNER CETTE MESURE DE SECURITE Pour utiliser l appareil l tranger se procurer un cordon d alimentation compatible avec la configuration lectrique locale aupr s du distributeur ou du repr sentant Medea local PROTECTION DU CORDON D ALIMENTATION Les cordons d alimentation doivent tre plac s de mani re quils ne soient pas pi tin s ou cras s par des objets et une attention particuli re doit tre port e a la fiche ala prise et au point de sortie de l appareil 12 REPARATION Ne pas tenter de r parer l appareil car l ouverture ou le retrait du bo tier peut vous exposer a des tensions dangereuses ou a d autres risques Confier toute r paration a un technicien qualifi A Page 3 G SPEED eS PRO INSTALLATION GUIDE for use with G Tech RAID controller 1 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing G SPEED eS PRO from G Technology by Hitachi Specifically designed for professional content creation applications G SPEED eS PRO featu
35. nge Cache Policy See A 2 3 Above Manage Events Tasks Settings Drive Status ogical Device Information e 19 G SPEED eS PRO INSTALLATION GUIDE for use with G Tech RAID controller 2 Array Name This is the name that will be displayed in the MAIN page of the GUI 3 Initialization Method Sets the priority of the RAID creation process Quick Init Default for RAID O arrays NOT recommended for creation of RAID 3 5 or RAID 6 arrays A 3 Create Array Foreground All controller resources are used for the creation Click on Create Array and the following will appear process and the array is not available until complete Background Minimal controller resources are used for the ene SA creation process and the array is available for immediate use l aje l e IEJ l 9 http localhost 74 12 arrman cgi func ShowCreatesuserid R Q uo o G SPEED es Pro a Configuration Utility A NOTE RAID protection is not available until initialization is complete 4 Cache Policy See section 7 3 Manage Event Task Settings Drive Status 5 Block Size Default 64K Array Type O RAID 5 a 6 Select All Simple method to select all disks Array Name a G SPEED KSProRS Initialization Method S 7 Available Disks Displays disks currently available for array Cache Policy wine Back 8 creation showing location drive model serial number size of mas wa the disk and current free c
36. ontroller 5 Rescan Rescans the mini SAS bus to detect any new devices attached 6 Beeper Mute Mutes audible beeper A NOTE Beeper will sound when a drive fails or an array is disconnected from the system without first selecting Unplug in the Array Maintenance menu Appendix A 4 Settings 1 Settings System System Setting SAF TE Config File rr4320 gtech H O Audible Alarm Enables 69 B Staggered Spinup amp Disabled a Spin down idle disk minutes Disabled a 14 Rebuild Priority O Medium wed Auto Rebuild Enabled 599 Continue Rebuilding on Error 17 Disabled a INT 13 Support Enabled 8 18 NCQ O ca Adapter Mode RAID adapter mode a 110 Reset no file selected G Technology Inc Web RAID Management 1 SAF TE Config File Not currently supported 2 Audible Alarm Enables or disables the audible alarm Default Enabled 3 Staggered Spinup Not currently supported Default Disabled 4 Spin down idle disk Not currently supported Default Disabled 5 Rebuild Priority Default Medium 6 Auto Rebuild Enables or disables the auto rebuild feature When enabled a critical RAID 1 3 5 or RAID 6 array will automatically rebuild when a new drive is inserted See Section 12 Default Enabled 7 Continue Rebuilding on Error Default Disabled 8 INIT13 Support Default Enabled Page 21 G SPEED eS PRO INSTALLATION GUIDE for use with G Tech RAID control
37. play the Disk Insertion window indicating the G SPEED eS PRO is now ready to be initialized Click on the lt Initialize gt button to launch the Apple Disk Utility and refer to your system documentation for instructions Disk Insertion The disk you inserted was not readable by this computer Initialize Ignore Eject 11 CONFIGURING TWO G SPEED eS PRO UNITS IN RAID 5 MODE Each G SPEED eS PRO unit is configured at the factory with the G Tech RAID controller in RAID O mode RAID 1 3 5 6 and JBOD modes are also available The web GUI is used to change the mode of operation Follow the directions below to configure two G SPEED eS PRO arrays in RAID 5 mode using the G Tech RAID controller 1 Ensure that the G Tech RAID controller is properly installed and the driver and web GUI are loaded 2 Attach both G SPEED eS PRO units to the G Tech RAID controller as shown below power the units and restart your computer A Page 111 G SPEED eS PRO INSTALLATION GUIDE for use with G Tech RAID controller gt Click on the Maintenance link next to the array with OS Name HP PORT 1 PORT 2 Disk 0_0 The window shown below will appear _ G Technology Web RAID Management Array Management DB EA mp localhost 7412 jarrman cgPaserideRAJO G SPEED es Pro Ss Configuration Utility ee tm Manage Event Task Settings Drive Status Logical Device Information Nam Tyee Capacity Cache Policy BlockS
38. res a high speed mini SAS interface and provides RAID 0 1 3 5 RAID 6 and JBOD functionality when used in conjunction with the G Tech PCI Express PCle mini SAS RAID controller Two G SPEED eS PRO units can be attached to the G Tech RAID controller for storage capacities to 8 TB and data rates over 600 MB sec G SPEED eS PRO supports multi stream video editing workflows on Mac PRO workstations If you purchased G SPEED eS PRO with the G Tech PCle RAID controller before November 2011 the system has been set up at the factory for use with the G Tech PCle RAID controller in RAID 0 mode The controller also supports RAID 1 3 5 6 and JBOD modes Refer to Section 10 if you wish to change the mode of operation 2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS The disk drives contained in your G SPEED eS PRO are delicate electronic instruments and are susceptible to damage due to excessive physical shock Place the unit in a vented area away from moisture or liquids Please handle the unit with care Do not open the case Doing so will void the warranty f the Product is returned with damage caused by improper handling the warranty will be void and liability will rest with the user 3 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS e Apple Mac PRO Intel Mac workstation e MacOSX 10 4 x or higher e G Tech PCle x8 mini SAS RAID Controller 4 WHAT S IN THE BOX Take a moment to ensure that the following items are included in the box If anything is missing please call G Tech a
39. rive failure reate Array 1 Name Array name as shown in GUI only 2 Type Displays RAID level of array 3 Capacity you guessed it capacity of the array 4 Cache Policy Displays current write cache policy for RAID 2 Event All events of the G SPEED eS PRO controller are protected arrays for more info see appendix A 1 7 7 recorded here such as array changes and failures These events can be emailed by setting up email notification under the Settings tab 5 Block Size Displays current block size 3 Tasks Schedule the G Tech controller to automatically 6 Sector Size Displays current sector size Very DENE EV ONNE RA NOUE 7 OS Name Controller assigned name that will display in Disk Utility 4 Settings Configure the G SPEED eS PRO controller settings such as login password and email notification See 8 Status Displays current status of array Appendix A 4 for details Normal All OK l Critical Drive failure has occurred Initializing Building RAID 1 3 5 or 6 array Rebuilding Parity data being reconstructed A Page 18 G SPEED eS PRO INSTALLATION GUIDE E for use sumin G Tech RAID controller A 2 Maintenance Displays configuration and maintenance options for current array The options differ depending on RAID level of the Manage Name g G SPEED eSPro RAIDO 4 00 TB Write Back 64k 5128 HPT DISK 0_0 Normal Maintenance l G technology inc G SPEED es Pro Con
40. sical Device Information Location Model Capacity oy 1 Hitachi HDE72101 STNGOAMH135M1B 1 00 TB a 2 Hitachi HDE72101 STN6O4MH12HPOB 1 00 TB G t P E D eS Pro 3 Hitachi HDE72101 STN6O4MH12PTIB 1 00 TB ne gt Configuration Utility Lale Ic Maul He no nocamost7412 arrman cgrusend rAmn QMO coge J www g technolagy corr G torte Ej 4 Hitachi HDE72101 STN6O4MH125P36 1 00 TB Manage Event Task Settings Drive Status Rescan Beeper Mute Logical Device Information Name Type Capacty Cache Policy BlockSize SectorSize OS Name Status G Technology Inc Wed RAID Management PR g G SPEED SPro RAIDO 4 00 TB Write Back 64k 512B HPTDISKO_O Normal Maintenance Array Information Create Array fwrite Back BY Change Cache Policy Location Model Max Free u LE Rename 0 00 GB as 2 0 00 GB ar 0 00 GB NOTE Please refer to APPENDIX A for detailed information on the features of a 4 Hitachi HDE72101 STN6O4MH12SP368 1 00 ru 0 00 GB the G Tech RAID Controller web GUI ee G Technology Inc Web RAID Management 10 CHANGING THE G TECH RAID CONTOLLER MODE NOTE G SPEED eS Pro purchased after November 2011 will not be setup at the factory for use with the G Tech PCle RAID controller and will not be mounted on the desktop as shown in the following steps To configure the unit for use with the G Tech RAID controller skip to Step 5 The G SPEED eS PRO G Tech RAID controller combination is
41. t 310 449 4599 Please keep the shipping container and packing materials In the unlikely event that you need to return G SPEED eS PRO to us for any reason you must use the G Tech shipping container If the Product is returned damaged caused by improper packaging the warranty will be void and liability will rest with the user e G SPEED eS PRO storage system e 4 removable SATA drive modules installed in unit e 2 disk module keys e 2 meter mini SAS cable e AC Power cable e Optional G Tech PCle x8 RAID controller e Configuration Utility amp Installation CD A Page 4 G SPEED eS PRO INSTALLATION GUIDE for use with G Tech RAID controller 5 G SPEED eS PRO Overview Drive Module Power Activity LED 4 Removable Disk Drive Modules Disk Module Lock Hole Power Supply LED Temperature Fan RPM Warning LED Removable Fan Alarm Mute Button mini SAS Port ON OFF AC Input Switch Cable Lock smart Hole cooling fan 6 G TECH PCle x8 RAID CONTOLLER OVERVIEW The G Tech PCle RAID controller connects G SPEED eS PRO to any Mac PRO workstation and provides RAID 0 1 3 6 amp JBOD functionality RAID Engine PCIe x8 interface 2 High speed mini SAS ports 6 1 Supported RAID Levels G SPEED eS PRO was shipped from the factory configured in RAID 0 mode The controller also supports RAID 1 3 5 6 and JBOD configurations If you wish to change the RAID mo
42. ticular attention to cords at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit the unit 12 SERVICING Do not attempt to service this unit yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other hazards See Caution Symbol at rear of power supply chasis Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel WICHTIGE SICHERHEITSHINWEISE WARNUNG Gefahr eines elektrischen Schlages Nicht ffnen WARNUNG Um die Gefahr eines elektrischen Schlages zu verringern sollten Sie niemals eine Verkleidung oder Abdeckung enteren Keines der enthaltenen Teile kann selbst gewartet werden berlassen Sie dies qualifiziertem Servicepersonal 1 LESEN SIE DIE HINWEISE Lesen Sie bitte alle Sicherheitshinweise und die Bedienungsanleitung bevor Sie das Gerat in Betrieb nehmen 2 AUFBEWAHREN DER HINWEISE Bewahren Sie die Bedienungsanleitung und alle Sicherheitshinweise flr spatere Verwendung auf 3 BEACHTEN SIE DIE WARNUNGEN Alle Warnungen and Hinweise auf dem Gehause und in der Anleitung sollten unter allen Umstanden beachtet werden 4 FOLGEN SIE DEN ANWEISUNGEN Alle Benutzer und Bedienungsanweisungen sollten befolgt werden 5 ERWEITERUNGEN Benutzen Sie keine Erweiterungen die nicht vom Hersteller empfohlen wurden um Gefahren zu vermeiden 6 WASSER UND FEUCHTIGKEIT Benutzen Sie das Gerat nicht in der Nahe von Wasser z B Badewanne Waschschissel Sp le Waschwanne feuchter Fu bode
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