3.5-inch Mirror Drive AT MODEL AXRB
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1. 33 Storage Vision Co Ltd Status output signal internal wiring is shown below 5VDC O 100 1040 160mA FUSE Status output signal connector Pint Pin2 Pin3 Status 2 Pin4 Status 1 Pin5 Status 0 Status output signal uses LSO6 open corrector Each output has a 10KQ pull up resistor Connector Specifications Pin6 Part name Manufacturer Mirror Drive header DF11 6DP 2DSA Hirose Electric Co Ltd External connectors connector side DF11 6DS 2C Hirose Electric Co Ltd recommended eB etna CONN EROS comecton cup DF11 2428SCF SC Hirose Electric Co Ltd contacts recommended 34 3 5 inch Mirror Drive AT Model User s Manual A 2 2 External LED Output Signal This table shows the pin configuration status definitions external connection circuit diagram electrical specifications and connector specifications for the external LED output signal connector Connector signal pins are as below INCH owe unereace gt _ _ e rena OOO Output signals and Mirror Drive status indicators correspond as below Mirror Drive Drive status indicators External LED output signal Pin 1 Pin 3 Pin 4 Pin 6 Drive unit 1 green LED On Off Off Off Drive unit 1 red LED Off On Off Off Drive unit 1 orange LED On On Off Off Drive unit 2 green LED Off Off On Off Drive unit 2 red LED Of2. provide sufficient NM Caution cooling in order to ensure that the surface temperature of the drive unit remains below 60 C Storage Vision Co Ltd 3 3 Cable Connection lt 1 gt Connect a 4 pin internal power cable that supplies DC 5V lt 2 gt Use a 40 pin IDE ATA cable to connect to the host computer 2 ER ACC 0 80 e IDE connector DC power connector When using Ultra DMA66 mode use the 80 conductor Ultra AN Caution AtA cabe 3 4 Turning on Main Power Before turning on the host computer open the bezel lock gently press the front face of each drive unit to confirm that they are firmly inserted close the bezel and confirm that the bezel lock is firmly fixed Close the bezel and confirm that the bezel lock is firmly fixed Gently press each drive unit to confirm that they are firmly attached Next turn on the host computer main power supply and confirm that the unit is correctly recognized by the host computer Before turning on the host computer confirm that the master AN Caution slave settings are correct and that both the IDE ATA and power cables are correctly connected 3 5 inch Mirror Drive AT Model User s Manual 4 Settings 4 1 Configuration Switch The settings switches are used to set the data transfer rate with the host computer Ultra DMA66 mode set the write cache on and off and set the buzzer mode on and off The set
3. thus making data rebuilding impossible If during data rebuilding there are sectors that cannot be read on the normally operating drive unit data rebuilding will skip these sectors and continue These skipped sectors will no longer be readable However if new data is written to those sectors those sectors will become readable Q If the data recovery process skips errors during data im po rtant rebuilding then the data on those sectors will be lost It is recommended you make periodic backups 31 Storage Vision Co Ltd Appendix A Specifications A 1 Main Unit Specifications AXRB N102A AXRB N202A RAID levels 1 Storage Capacity 10 GB 20 GB LBA 19 636 736 39 065 984 Cylinders 19 480 38 755 Heads 16 Sectors 63 Host interface IDE ATA Data transfer rate Max 66MB s Number of HDDs 2 External Mirror Drive 101 6x148 7x42 0 mm Dimensions l EXE Brie hacen 146 0x148 7x43 0 mm Attachment Mirror Drive Approx 700g men 5 Inch Bay Mirror Drive Installation Approx 900g Attachment Operational Temperature In operation 5 to 45 C 4 environment Not in operation 40 to 65 C Humidity In operation 8 to 90 Not in operation 5 to 95 Voltage Vcc 4 85 to 5 25 VDC Power supply ripple 2 Max 100mV p p 0 to 20 MHz Power startup time 3 5 to 100 ms At startup Max 2 7A Power consumption At idle Max 0 9A Duri
4. Output Signal In the same way as the Mirror Drive unit s drive status indicator the output signal can be routed externally Each drive unit has both red and green LEDs These signals can be used to directly light external LEDs For details regarding the layout and electrical specifications of the status output signal connector pins refer to Appendix A 2 2 External LED Output Signal 14 3 5 inch Mirror Drive AT Model User s Manual 6 Handling Faults 6 1 Confirming Fault Status Should the Mirror Drive fail then the access indicator will light or flash orange and the drive status indicator will light red Additionally if buzzer mode is on the buzzer will sound Use these indicators to diagnose the failure Power Access indicator indicator Drive status indicator Mirror Drive status and measures Drive unit 1 Drive unit 2 one Normal operation Orange Rebuilding data on drive 2 from drive 1 Normal operation Green Rebuilding data on drive 1 from drive 2 Normal operation Confirm the connection status of drive unit 1 and while the power is on pullout and reinsert drive unit 1 If this does not fix the problem replace drive unit 1 Confirm the connection status of drive unit 2 and while the power is on pullout and reinsert drive unit 2 If this does not fix the problem replace drive unit 2 The controller unit has failed Replace the controller unit Confirm the status o
5. Signal cono nro 14 6 Handling Faults ccc cece ccc cceucceuceuuctenetustrenennes 15 6 1 Confirming Fault Status rr 15 6 2 Replacement of Drive Units corno 16 6 2 1 Replacement of 1 Drive Unit ees 16 6 2 2 Replacement of Both Drive Units cece cane ees 21 6 3 Controller Unit Replacement ron 24 6 3 1 When both drive units are functioning normally s k Oaaaa LLL LLL 25 6 3 2 When one drive unit has failed ccoo coonnnrnn nro 27 6 4 Other Malfunctions A iebcien al ch deleted espe doa Gels p ach dednied ged aba Gelspaechdeinaed cgetaeS 31 6 5 Data Rebuilding cece ccccuucuuceuceuceuceueeueeuseneennens 31 Appendix A Specifications ccc cono 32 A 1 Main Unit Specifications vce cen eeeeeeeenennan 32 A 2 External Output Signal Specifications aaaea 33 A 2 1 Status Output Signal ooo 33 A 2 2 External LED Output Signal ieee eens 35 Appendix B Accessories a 37 Appendix C Default Configuration coco ocn 38 AppendixD Replacement Parts aaaeeeaa raan 39 Information EE 40 OU WMO OUUUUUUUUOOd 3 5 inch Mirror Drive AT Model User s Manual 1 Introducing the 3 5 inch Mirror Drive The ADTX 3 5 inch Mirror Drive is equipped with two 2 5 inch disk drives and uses mirroring to protect data and ensure uninterrupted operation Because the host computer recognizes the Mirror Drive unit as a regular AT hard disk drive setup of the drive entails simply plugging in an IDE ATA cable 1 1 Features Even in the event of one drive unit failing the Mirror Drive wil
6. drive unit When this is set to off when actual writing of data to the drive unit is completed the host computer is notified that command processing has finished When write cache mode is on data writing performance is increased however if the power is cut prior to completion of writing data to the drive unit data may be lost Q important Ensure that the operating system s correct shutdown procedure is followed When using Windows NT we recommend that you set write cache mode to off 4 1 4 Buzzer Mode When buzzer mode is set to on a buzzer sounds when a fault is detected When it is set to off the buzzer does not sound In the event of damage to the drive unit the buzzer will continue to sound until the damaged unit is replaced The buzzing may be stopped using the buzzer mode switch but it can only be disabled when failed drive is replaced 10 4 2 Master Slave Settings Set to the jumper pins to one of the following Refer to 2 1 Part Names Master IDE connector side Slave IDE connector side Master with slave IDE connector side 3 5 inch Mirror Drive AT Model User s Manual DC power connector side a A B DC power connector side mo a f ma DC power connector side BB ome If the slave drive is not correctly recognized when set as master use this setting Cable select IDE connector side oe DC power connector side A 11
7. indicator on the normally operating drive will light green 9 When data rebuilding is complete the drive status indicator will go out 10 In the event of the drive status indicator on the replacement drive stays orange or if it lights red again repeat this procedure again from step 2 If the drive unit that has not failed is erroneously replaced then the drive status indicator on both drives will light green the access indicator will flash orange and the host computer Q will be unable to access the unit Important If this occurs turn off the power supply return the erroneously replaced drive unit replace the failed drive units and then turn on the power supply whereupon data rebuilding will commence Be aware that you will need to restart the host computer 18 3 5 inch Mirror Drive AT Model User s Manual Drive unit replacement when shutting off host computer s power supply 1 Prepare the new drive unit that is to be used as replacement Refer to Appendix D Replacement Parts 2 Use the drive status indicator or buzzer to verify the failed drive unit 3 Turn off the power supply of the host computer 4 Release the bezel lock and open the bezel 5 Pull the failed drive unit s drive levers using both hands and then pull out the drive unit 6 With the replacement unit s drive levers closed push the replacement drive firmly right into the unit with both hands 19 Sto
8. Detach the 40 pin IDE ATA and the 4 pin internal power cable and remove the Mirror Drive from the host computer 5 Release the bezel lock and open the bezel Pull out drive unit 1 Pull out drive unit 2 27 Storage Vision Co Ltd 7 With the drive levers for the destination drive bay in the replacement controller unit closed push the respective normally operating drive that was removed in step 6 firmly into the drive bay that has the same drive unit number Drive unit number Drive unit number display location E g When drive unit 2 is operating normally 8 Close the bezel and fasten the bezel lock Confirm that the bezel lock is firmly fastened 28 3 5 inch Mirror Drive AT Model User s Manual 9 Install the Mirror Drive into the host computer and connect the 40 pin IDE ATA and the 4 pin internal power cable 10 Turn on the power supply of the host computer 11 Confirm that the Mirror Drive is being correctly recognized by the host computer 12 Release the bezel lock and open the bezel 13 Using both hands push the replacement drive unit firmly right into the empty drive bay with the drive levers for the drive unit closed E g When replacing drive unit 1 14 Close the bezel and fasten the bezel lock Confirm that the bezel lock is firmly fastened 29 Storage Vision Co Ltd 15 Several seconds after replacing the drive unit the drive status indicator on the repl
9. IA MADE IN JAPAN gi o LO y ap co fap Y rap m O en ep E de ot 00 T A 1 Y 1 6 4 _ L 101 6 3 2 95 2 _ 32 42 IS O A Y A SN SY Storage Vision Co Ltd 2 4 2 5 inch Bay Mirror Drive Installation Attachment Mounting screw holes 4 6 32UNC x4 Same on opposite side ATX MODEL AXRB N102A EC YB S N BX00001 MADE IN JAPAN N O N I 1O N LO Y L 99 11 9 146 i pam PARA E x A 4 140 148 7 3 5 inch Mirror Drive AT Model User s Manual 3 Connecting to the Host Computer 3 1 Switch Settings Refer to 4 Settings for configuration of the settings switches and jumper pins These switches are used to set Ultra DMA66 mode write cache mode buzzer mode and master slave mode For factory default settings refer to Appendix C Factory Default Settings When setting switches and attaching cables first ensure that A Caution the power supply of the host computer is turned off 3 2 Installing into the Host Computer When installing into the host computer use the attached mounting screws For mounting screw locations refer to 2 4 External Dimensions Diagram The diagram below is one example of mounting screw usage Mounting screw Mounting screw A a cof lt Se 8 i Mounting screw So a Mounting screw Mounting screw Mounting screw Di SU gt oe Mounting screw Mounting screw When installing into the host computer
10. OLE OR IN PART e THE CONTENTS OF THIS DOCUMENT ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE eo WE HAVE MADE EVERY EFFORT TO ENSURE THE ACCURACY AND COMPLETENESS OF THIS DOCUMENT IF YOU FIND INACCURACIES OR OMISSIONS PLEASE CONTACT YOUR DISTRIBUTOR Copyright c Storage Vision Ltd Al rights reserved Storage Vision Co Ltd In order to safely use this product This user s manual uses the following symbols in order that you may safely use this product Please observe the following safety points About these symbols In order to prevent injuries to you and other people and damage to objects when using this product the following symbols are used in the user s manual and affixed to the Mirror Drive A Warning Indicates a situation that if not avoided may result in death or serious injury A Caution Indicates a situation that if not avoided may result in physical injury or property damage e Important Indicates important issues and restrictions that should be observed in order to avoid failure of or damage to the product or product malfunction About Danger Caution Labels Labels that have black lettering on a yellow background and that are displayed on either the exterior or interior of the product are Warning or Caution labels that outline safety issues Ensure that the directions explained there are followed Where Warning or Caution labels are displayed that are not explaine
11. Storage Vision Co Ltd 5 Status Display 5 1 Indicator The status of the controller unit and drive units is displayed by the indicator on the front cover 5 1 1 Access Indicator The power is on lt 1 gt When the power is switched on 1 lt 2 gt Processing a command from the host computer Either of the above Orange Indicates a controller unit fault Flashing lt 1 gt Both of the drive units have failed or a drive unit is not correctly Orange inserted Both drive status indicators are off lt 2 gt After one drive unit has failed the correctly operating drive unit has been erroneously replaced Both drive status indicators show green simultaneously lt 3 gt Both drive units have been replaced Both drive status indicators show green simultaneously Any of the above 5 1 2 Drive Status Indicator Drive 1 Displays access to drive unit 1 lt 1 gt When the power is switched on 1 lt 2 gt Rebuilding data on drive unit 1 At the same time drive unit 2 will show green 2 Either of the above Indicates drive unit 1 failure Drive 2 Displays access to drive unit 2 lt 1 gt When the power is switched on 1 lt 2 gt Rebuilding data on drive unit 2 At the same time drive unit 1 will show green 2 Either of the above Indicates drive unit 2 failure Note 1 When turning the power on the access indicator shows green and both drive status indicato
12. acement drive will light orange and data rebuilding will commence Do not remove the drive unit while data rebuilding is dp important underway 16 During data rebuilding the drive status indicator on the replacement drive will light orange and the drive status indicator on the normally operating drive will light green 17 When data rebuilding is complete the drive status indicator will go out 18 In the event of the drive status indicator on the replacement drive stays orange or if it lights red again remove both drives and repeat the procedure 30 3 5 inch Mirror Drive AT Model User s Manual 6 4 Other Malfunctions In the event that the problem is not resolved after having replacing the drive unit or the controller unit please inquire at the store where you purchased the unit or contact your distributor 6 5 Data Rebuilding After a drive unit has failed and been correctly replaced data rebuilding copying of data from the normally functioning drive unit to the replacement unit commences automatically It is possible to use the Mirror Drive while data rebuilding is underway During data rebuilding the normally functioning drive unit s drive status indicator is lit green and the replaced drive unit s drive status indicator is lit orange Do not turn off the power to the host computer while data C ti rebuilding is underway Doing so may lead to data corruption au ion on the normally operating drive unit
13. csv 3 5 inch Mirror Drive AT MODEL AXRB N Series User s Manual P N A202967 Revision 1 e 00MM 000000000 3 5 inch Mirror Drive AT Model User s Manual Introduction Thank you for purchasing our 3 5 inch AT Model AXRB N Series Mirror Drive Important Points Please ensure you read the user s manual before use This manual explains important points methods of handling and configuration methods for all functions in order that you can make full use of the capabilities of the 3 5 inch Mirror Drive AT Model AXRB N Series In the event you should have any problems with the Mirror Drive please refer to this user s manual 6 Handling Faults on page 15 offers solutions for most of the problems that occur during use of the Mirror Drive Storage of Container and Packaging Materials The container and packaging materials protect the Mirror Drive from shock during transportation After unpacking the Mirror Drive please keep the box and use it if you need to send the drive for repair Furthermore this product is sealed in an antistatic bag at the time of shipping so only open the bag immediately before setup or use Records of Product Name Version and Serial Numbers Before installing the Mirror Drive into the host computer please make a note of the product name version and serial numbers For location of the product name etc refer to P 3 2 1 Part Names e THIS DOCUMENT MAY NOT BE REPRODUCED OR COPIED IN WH
14. d in this user s manual ensure that those directions are observed 3 5 inch Mirror Drive AT Model User s Manual A Warning e Inthe event of any abnormalities such as the emitting of smoke or unusual odors immediately cut off the power supplied to the host computer e Inthe event that any foreign objects metals water liquids etc should enter the product s casing immediately cut the power supply to the host computer Do not use in hot or damp locations Doing so may lead to fire electrical shock or damage e Do not disassemble or modify this product Doing so may lead to fire electrical shock or damage e When connecting and removing this product s cables cut the power supply to the host computer and any connected devices Additionally do not forcefully bend twist or pull the cables Doing so may lead to fire electrical shock or damage Storage Vision Co Ltd A Caution Do not use in locations subject to vibration or shock Doing so may lead to malfunction or disk failure Subjecting the product to rapid changes in temperature may cause condensation within the unit which may lead to disk failure Take measures to avoid condensation Should condensation occur leave the unit switched off for a period of time and use only after confirming that it has dried completely Do not locate the unit near equipment that generates strong electromagnetic radiation such as televisions or speakers Doing so may lead t
15. data rebuilding and thus recovery may be impossible A Caution When replacing drive units ensure that you touch the chassis or other earthed parts to discharge static electricity Do not subject to the drive unit or a controller unit to vibration or shock Doing so may lead to malfunction or disk failure 6 2 1 Replacement of 1 Drive Unit O Drive Unit Replacement Procedure host computer running 1 Prepare the new drive unit that is to be used as replacement Refer to Appendix D Replacement Parts 2 Use the drive status indicator or buzzer to verify the failed drive unit 3 Release the bezel lock and open the bezel 16 3 5 inch Mirror Drive AT Model User s Manual 4 Pull the failed drive unit s drive levers using both hands and then pull out the drive unit 5 With the replacement unit s drive levers closed push the replacement drive firmly right into the unit with both hands 6 Close the bezel and fasten the bezel lock Confirm that the bezel lock is firmly fastened 17 Storage Vision Co Ltd 7 Several seconds after replacing the drive unit the drive status indicator on the replacement drive will light orange and data rebuilding will commence 7 Do not remove the drive unit while data rebuilding is important i underway 8 During data rebuilding the drive status indicator on the replacement drive will light orange and the drive status
16. dicator or drive status indicator lamps are on or flashing may result in the loss of any data remaining in the Mirror Drive cache memory 3 5 inch Mirror Drive AT Model User s Manual 2 External Dimensions 2 1 Part Names Status output signal connector For details refer to A 2 1 Status output signal connector DC power connector Jumper pin setting IDE connector MDTX t f c MODEL AXRB N102A ye EC YBxxxx S N BX00001 VTTTVVIIVTIVITTVIUIVIIILIIIIIIUIIIIIL MADE IN JAPAN COO gt Y _ MODEL AXRB N102A gt Product name ECN Be Version S N BX00001 Serial number MTX MODEL AXRB N102A EC YBxxxx S N BX00001 MADE IN JAPAN KX SS iy Controller unit SY AMS i ANS SN d ARARAAAH i O O 4 Bezel External LED output signal connector For details refer to A 2 2 External LED output signal connector Storage Vision Co Ltd 2 2 Front Elevation With Bezel Open Drive lever inca KS gt Drive unit1 o Drive unit 2 o finint ae Settings switch 2 3 Front Elevation With Bezel Closed Bezel lock AN be ae EZ oe SS Power indicator Access indicator Drive status indicator 3 5 inch Mirror Drive AT Model User s Manual 2 4 External Dimensions Diagram 2 4 1 Mirror Drive Mounting screw holes 3 6 32UNC x3 Same on opposite side 7 e Mounting screw holes A 4 6 32UNC x4 HODELAXRE NDGA EC YB SIN BX00001 i AUMA
17. f Off Off On Drive unit 2 orange LED Off Off On On 35 Storage Vision Co Ltd The wiring diagram of external connection is as follows Source driver 3300 Pin 1 Pin 2 we ANY Pins ON 5VDC 3300 AMy OFF Open Pin 4 Pin 5 3300 AAN Pine Pin 7 Pin 8 Output signal electrical specifications signal pins 1 3 4 6 Source current Output High Max 15mA D Drive unit 1 green LED Drive unit 1 red LED Drive unit 2 green LED 9 Drive unit 2 red LED gt Reserve i Output signal voltage varies depending on internal control AN Caution resistance Connector Specifications Part name Manufacturer Mirror Drive header DF11 8DP 2DS22 Hirose Electric Co Ltd External connectors connector side DF11 8DS 2C Hirose Electric Co Ltd recommended Ma li AL DF11 2428SCF SC Hirose Electric Co Ltd contacts recommended 36 3 5 inch Mirror Drive AT Model User s Manual Appendix B Accessories 3 5 inch Mirror Drive AT Model AXRB N Series is shipped with following accessories e 3 5 inch Mirror Drive AT Model AXRB N Series user s manual This manual Product number A202967 e Mounting screws x4 37 Storage Vision Co Ltd Appendix C Default Configuration The Mirror Drive s default configuration is as fo
18. f the power supply If this does not fix the problem replace the controller unit Orange Confirm the connection status of both drive units flashing If this does not fix the problem replace the controller unit Orange There is an error with the replacement drive unit flashing Temporarily return to the original setup and repeat the process Other lit or flashing indicator Please contact your distributor Normally off or lit or flashing when accessed In the event the problem is not resolved after having replaced the drive unit replace the controller unit 15 Storage Vision Co Ltd 6 2 Replacement of Drive Units A failed drive can be replaced without powering down the host system When a drive unit is replaced automatic rebuilding of data commences The host can continue to access the data throughout the rebuilding process Confirm that the drive status indicator is lit red before carrying out replacement of the drive unit a Important Carry out replacement after preparing a drive unit supplied by ADTX as specified in Appendix D Replacement Parts Do not use any other HDD even if it has the same capacity manufacturer or model numbers Doing so made cause malfunction or damage Furthermore doing so is not covered by the warranty If one drive unit fails carry out replacement as quickly as possible If the remaining normally operating drive unit would fail
19. ive AT Model User s Manual Important e Ensure that important data is backed up to a suitable medium such as tape or MO drives This unit is designed to use mirroring to prevent data loss even in the event of one drive unit failing In the event that two drive units fail simultaneously or a non redundant part fails there is a possibility of data loss Additionally data loss may also occur as a result of accidental deletion or equipment damage e Do not obstruct the holes in the hard disk drive cover Doing so may lead to hard disk drive failure e This unit uses cache memory therefore except in emergencies follow the operating system s correct shutdown procedures or wait for at least 10 seconds after the drive access indicator has stopped flashing before turning off power to the unit Failure to do so may lead to loss of data stored in the cache memory e Each drive unit is controlled according to its serial number Except when replacing controller units or drive units do not remove or switch around drive units Doing so may result in the drive being unable to start up e When installing in the host computer s mounting bay mount the unit securely using the mounting screws provided recommended torque 0 49 Nm e When one drive unit has failed upon turning the host computer power on the Mirror Drive may take a maximum of 15 seconds to start Accordingly BIOS time out settings in the host computer may mean that the Mirror Drive is
20. l continue to operate therefore maintaining data integrity After the failed disk is replaced data rebuilding begins automatically e The unit uses the industry standard IDE ATA interface and operates as a single AT hard disk drive Specific device drivers host computer hardware or operating systems are not required e Supports Ultra DMA66 mode maximum data transfer rate 66MB s e Large onboard cache memory for improved performance e Hardware mirroring therefore there is almost no system overhead Storage Vision Co Ltd 1 2 About Mirroring Mirroring writes the same data in duplicate on two drive units Even if one drive unit fails the data can be read from the other drive unit 1 3 Cache Buffer Functions The Mirror Drive is equipped with a large capacity cache memory When write cache mode is on as soon as data is written to the cache memory the host computer is notified that command processing is completed By writing multiple data together to the HDDs at only a single time a performance increase is realized Setting the write cache mode on or off is done using the settings switches It is set as on at shipping 0 Important Except in emergencies before turning off power to the unit follow the operating system s correct shutdown procedures or wait for at least 10 seconds after both the drive access indicator or the drive status indicator have stopped flashing Turning off of power while the access in
21. llows Settings switches Factory defaulted settings Setting Switch No Switch setting 1 OFF Operating mode Mirror mode 2 ON 3 OFF Ultra DMA66 mode On 4 ON Write cache mode On 6 ON Buzzer mode On 8 ON Off 5 OFF Reserved Off 7 OFF Setting Switches CON CFF 123 45 07 ar m a 8 8 Setting jumper pin Master slave setting Master IDE connector side DC power connector side J a EX 38 3 5 inch Mirror Drive AT Model User s Manual Appendix D Replacement Parts The following products are defined as field replaceable parts Part name Part number 10GB drive unit A202570 replacement drive unit for AXRB N102A 20GB drive unit A202580 replacement drive unit for AXRB N202A Controller unit A202584 replacement controller unit for AXRB N series AT 39 Storage Vision Co Ltd Information For more information about this product please contact your distributor Distributor s information Product Records Product Name Model Type Serial Number Manufacturer Storage Vision Co Ltd in Japan stay gt This product is manufactured by http www str v com 40
22. ng Read Write Max 1 5A Note 1 With no condensation Including startup time Time until Vcc reaches 4 85V Provide sufficient cooling in order to ensure remains at 60 C or below 2 3 4 32 that the front surface temperature of the drive unit 3 5 inch Mirror Drive AT Model User s Manual A 2 External Output Signal Specifications A 2 1 Status Output Signal This table shows the pin configurations status definitions internal circuitry electrical specifications and connector specifications for the status output signal Connector signal pins are configured as below Pin Number Signal Pin configuration 1 GND 2 5VDC 3 Status bit 2 P 4 Status bit 1 3 4 5 Status bit 0 1 2 6 GND The following are the status definitions for 3 bit output signals Bt2 Bit Bto Status Ap Non operation o o oou H a a lt lt ae A scone H Pp 4 H L L Controllerunitstopped 1 5 H f L Unspecified 6 H H L Mirror Drive startup processing EE AS A A aiin H TTL level output high L TTL level output low Note 1 Principal reasons for the controller unit ceasing operation are as below When turning on the power both drive units have failed When turning on the power neither drive unit is inserted properly When one drive unit has failed the normally operating drive unit has been erroneously replaced
23. not recognized Storage Vision Co Ltd Important Points about Static In order to avoid damage from static observe the following warnings when handling this unit vi When handling this unit touch the metal parts of the host computer and avoid internal static When handling this unit handle the metal parts Do not touch any exposed circuitry When swapping controller units or drive units or when that moving the unit after unpacking place the antistatic bag that the unit was shipped in on a flat even surface and place the unit on top of that 3 5 inch Mirror Drive AT Model User s Manual Important Points about Installing the Mirror Drive When installing the Mirror Drive in the host computer ensure the drive unit is installed horizontally as in lt A gt below Do not install the unit vertically i e with the connector facing either up or down as in lt B gt Furthermore when installing the unit on its side as in lt C gt first consult with your distributor lt A gt Drive unit in horizontal position lt C gt Drive unit on its side vii Storage Vision Co Ltd Table of Contents Introduction ET A E a a o tenet te i In Order to Safely use this product il ii A O iii CANTON a a SPE raa OP A SR iv Importants ce So si sou me ine dee Ras dou ince dee Nas Noi inane ee aes Ieee OL v Important Points about Static e vi Important Points about Installing the Mirror Drive LLL aa A O Ria ee
24. o malfunction or disk failure In the event of moving the host computer in which this unit is mounted cut off the power supplied and ensure it is not subject to vibration or shock Failure to do so may lead to malfunction or disk failure Repeatedly turning if the power on and off within a short period of time may cause a disk that is spinning down to start spinning up again causing damage to the hard disk drive spindle motor and heads which may shorten its operational life When turning the power off ensure that the drive has sufficient time to stop spinning approximately 20 seconds before turning the power on again Even when removing a normally operating drive unit turn the power off and wait for a sufficient amount of time approximately 20 seconds before removing the drive Do not remove a normal drive unit while the power is switched on Removing a normally operating drive unit in this way may result to drive failed Furthermore doing so may cause damage to the disk heads and platter inside the hard disk drive which may lead to disk failure Do not leave the units unused or store for long periods of time three or more months when switched off Doing so may lead to malfunction or disk failure Do not apply pressure to the covers of the hard disk drive Doing so may lead to malfunction or disk failure After unpacking or transport ensure each disk drive is properly inserted before turning the power on 3 5 inch Mirror Dr
25. ot been resolved and may indicate a failed controller unit In this event replace the controller unit Furthermore while the Mirror Drive enables hot swapping of drives this can not be done when replacing the controller unit Turn off the power supply of the host computer before replacement When replacing the controller unit data may be saved by following the correct replacement procedure Be aware that replacement procedure differs depending on drive unit status lt 1 gt When both drive units are functioning normally Switch over both drive units to a replacement controller unit Ensure that each drive unit is inserted into the appropriate drive bays lt 2 gt When one drive unit has failed When it is known in advance that one drive unit has failed ensure that only the normally operating drive unit is inserted into its drive bay When replacing controller units ensure the power supply of the host computer is turn off and that the power cable is removed from the socket AN When replacing drive units ensure that you touch the chassis Caution or other earthed parts to discharge static electricity in the body Do not subject to the drive unit or controller unit to vibration or shock Doing so may lead to malfunction or disk failure Next are explanations of drive unit replacement procedures depending on drive status 24 3 5 inch Mirror Drive AT Model User s Manual 6 3 1 When both drive units are f
26. rage Vision Co Ltd 7 Close the bezel and fasten the bezel lock Confirm that the bezel lock is firmly fastened R 8 Turn on the power supply of the host computer 9 Several seconds after replacing the drive unit the drive status indicator on the replacement drive will light orange and data rebuilding will commence 7 Do not remove the drive unit while data rebuilding is Q important underway 10 During data rebuilding the drive status indicator on the replacement drive will light orange and the drive status indicator on the normally operating drive will light green 11 When data rebuilding is complete the drive status indicator will go out 12 In the event of the drive status indicator on the replacement drive stays orange or if it lights red again repeat this procedure again from step 2 If the drive unit that has not failed is erroneously replaced then the drive status indicator on both drives will light green the access indicator will flash orange and the host computer E will be unable to access the unit Important If this occurs turn off the power supply return the erroneously replaced drive unit replace the failed drive unit and then turn on the power supply whereupon data rebuilding will commence Be aware that you will need to restart the host computer 20 3 5 inch Mirror Drive AT Model User s Manual 6 2 2 Replacement of Both Drive Units Because
27. rs show orange When Mirror Drive startup process is complete these will be turned off 2 When data rebuilding is complete the drive status indicator will be turned off 12 3 5 inch Mirror Drive AT Model User s Manual In the event of the drive failure indicated by a red drive status LED immediately replace the corresponding failed E important drive Should you continue to use the unit with a failed drive Data lose is inevitable once the remaining good drive fails 5 1 3 Buzzer If buzzer mode is on the buzzer will sound at the following intervals when unit failure is detected When drive unit 1 has failed Buzzer DOOM beep oe eee When drive unit 2 has failed Buzzer beep Deep AA ea When both drive units have failed Buzzer beep beep beep beep beep beep 13 Storage Vision Co Ltd 5 2 External Output Signal This signal may be routed externally for status notification The unit has two signal types a status output signal and an external LED output signal The output signal connectors are on the front and back covers respectively A p o NN AX HA ARH EB STE F External LED output signal connector Status output signal connector 5 2 1 Status Output Signal Status is output using a 3 bit signal For details regarding the layout and electrical specifications of the status output signal connector pins refer to Appendix A 2 1 Status Output Signal 5 2 2 External LED
28. t After confirming that the drive status indicator has gone out turn on the power supply of the host computer 11 Pull the drive levers of the other drive unit using both hands and pull out the drive unit E g When drive unit 2 was the next to fail 22 3 5 inch Mirror Drive AT Model User s Manual 12 With the replacement unit s drive levers closed push the replacement drive firmly right into the unit 13 Close the bezel and fasten the bezel lock Confirm that the bezel lock is firmly fastened 14 Turn on the power supply of the host computer 15 Several seconds after replacing the drive unit the drive status indicator on the replacement drive will light orange and data rebuilding will commence H Do not remove the drive unit while data rebuilding is Qo Important underway 16 During data rebuilding the drive status indicator on the replacement drive will light orange and the drive status indicator on the normally operating drive will light green 17 When data rebuilding is complete the drive status indicator will go out 18 In the event of the drive status indicator on the replacement drive stays orange or if it lights red again repeat this procedure again from step 2 23 Storage Vision Co Ltd 6 3 Controller Unit Replacement If the access indicator stays lit orange or in spite of having replaced the drive unit the drive status indicator stays lit red this means that the problem has n
29. t aces arta we ON CE viii 1 Introducing the 3 5 inch Mirror AA ary 1 A onc oe a E E A E ON I 1 o R E E E E A A SA E A A eA 2 1 3 Cache Buffer Functions i aea EEEE EEEE EEEE EEEE Earran 2 2 External Dimensions aaa EEEa 3 A EEEE EEEE EEEE EEEE 3 2 2 Front Elevation With Bezel Open l eener erreneren 4 2 3 Front Elevation With Bezel Closed ll reene rreren 4 2 4 External Dimensions Diagram icc ceccueseuceeeeneeeneseueseuseenes 5 2 4 1 Mirror Drive a asis 5 2 4 2 5 inch Bay Mirror Drive Installation Attachment h yaaa LLL LLL 6 3 Connecting to the Host Computer l a 7 A A EN 7 Soe SAA Ite Me ROS COMPUT AS EI A AR RA 7 9 3 CAD IE A A O O A eE 8 ii AA EEE Sate Latah abot sack Sine baba Saale Lak Cheah nts fc 8 T PANGS eae Sete A ee ee ene a eh peed Natu ete a ened eae 9 4 1 Configuration WEA oia tir SACE ee eceeeeeeseeveaeeeeeueevuaaueneeneuens 9 4 1 1 Operating Mode ada 10 4 1 2 Ultra DMA66 Mode e had 10 4 1 3 Write Cache Mode EEEE EEEE EEEE EEEE EEEE 10 AAA ET 10 4 2 Master Slave SCN Sg Tusa Mag aaaea Mons Ne alesse suey 11 a I eae ee ee ee 12 A Mina eee tent eM ee Retest teehee AA 12 5 1 1 Access INGICHON A Sd eta A A A 12 5 1 2 Drive Status Indicator aaraa aeaaea EEE EEEE EEEa 12 viii 3 5 inch Mirror Drive AT Model User s Manual A So Mason Ri tan oA th oA eth OA ee oh eth A ri 13 5 2 External Output Signal cece ceuauceeaneetaneetnnnnes 14 5 2 1 Status Output Signal cece cece eseucseueeeneeanseans 14 5 2 2 External LED Output
30. this is an emergency recovery procedure data corruption may occur Q important To avoid further data loss back up to a suitable medium such as tape or MO drive 1 Prepare the new drive units that are to be used as replacements Refer to Appendix D Replacement Parts 2 Turn off the power supply of the host computer 3 Release the bezel lock and open the bezel 4 Pull the drive levers of the drive unit that is thought to have failed first using both hands and pull out the drive unit E g When drive unit 1 failed first 5 Turn on the power supply of the host computer 6 Confirm that the Mirror Drive is being correctly recognized by the host computer 21 Storage Vision Co Ltd 7 After confirming that the host computer recognizes the Mirror Drive with the replacement unit s drive levers closed push the replacement drive firmly right into the unit with both hands 8 Several seconds after replacing the drive unit the drive status indicator on the replacement drive will light orange and data rebuilding will commence Do not remove the drive unit while data rebuilding is 1 important underway 9 During data rebuilding the drive status indicator on the replacement drive will light orange and the drive status indicator on the normally operating drive will light green 10 When data rebuilding is complete the drive status indicator will go ou
31. tings switches are on the bottom left of the front panel 8 bit dip switch i ON OFF AE x y y E SW8 Buzzer mode SW6 Write cache mode SW4 Ultra DMA66 mode SW1 2 3 Operating mode Before making changes to the settings switches turn off the power supply of the host computer The above the diagram is set to the factory shipping defaults Caution Do not change the operation switches 1 2 3 or settings switches 5 and 7 Storage Vision Co Ltd 4 1 1 Operating Mode Do not change The operating mode settings switches 1 2 3 are set to mirror mode Do not change this setting Ensure you do not change the operation mode switches as im po rtant doing so will result in the loss of recorded data 4 1 2 Ultra DMA66 Mode Sets the maximum Ultra DMA66 data transfer speed between the host computer and Mirror Drive and the controller unit and drive unit If the switch is set to on this enables a maximum 66MByte sec Ultra DMA66 and if the switch is set to off data transfer is limited to a maximum of 33MByte sec Ultra DMA33 H When using Ultra DMA66 mode use the 80 conductor Ultra important ies 4 1 3 Write Cache Mode Sets write cache mode When this is set to on as soon as data is written to the cache memory the host computer is notified that command processing is completed and then the data is written to the
32. unctioning normally O Controller Unit Replacement Procedure 1 Prepare the new controller unit that is to be used as replacement Refer to Appendix D Replacement Parts 2 Turn off the power supply of the host computer 3 Detach the 40 pin IDE ATA and the 4 pin internal power cable and remove the Mirror Drive from the host computer 4 Release the bezel lock and open the bezel Pull out drive unit 1 Pull out drive unit 2 6 With the drive levers for the destination drive bay in the replacement controller unit closed push the respective drive that was removed in step 5 firmly into the drive bay that has the same drive unit number Drive unit number e 6 Drive unit number display location 25 Storage Vision Co Ltd Insert drive unit 2 Insert drive unit 1 7 Close the bezel and fasten the bezel lock Confirm that the bezel lock is firmly fastened 8 Install the Mirror Drive into the host computer and connect the 40 pin IDE ATA and the 4 pin internal power cables 9 Turn on the power supply of the host computer 26 3 5 inch Mirror Drive AT Model User s Manual 6 3 2 When one drive unit has failed e Controller Unit Replacement Procedure 1 Prepare the new drive unit that is to be used as replacement Refer to Appendix D Replacement Parts 2 Use the drive status indicator or buzzer to confirm the failed drive unit 3 Turn off the power supply of the host computer 4
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