Stratus ftServer 2600, 4500, and 6300 Systems: Hardware
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1. 9 8 emo A side PDU B side PDU B side system power cords black UPS UPS power cord AC power outlets A UO Inm Oo o NOg A side system power cords gray AC power mains distribution circuit breaker maximum of 20A 5 PDU power cords 4 8 Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Hardware Installation Guide Next Steps Next Steps See the following guides for further information e Stratus ftServer System Software Installation and Configuration for Windows Systems R002W e Stratus ftServer System Software Installation for Linux Systems RO13L e Stratus ftServer System Software Installation and Configuration for VMware vSphere Systems ROOA4E If the system software was already installed at the factory follow the instructions for starting your system for the first time If the system software was not installed follow the instructions for installing the operating system and ftSSS Connecting the System to Electrical Power 4 9 Next Steps 4 10 Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Hardware Installation Guide Appendix A Hardware Replacement and System Support Hardware replacement and system support services require2. 6 D Cage Nut Cage Nut He y D Cage Nut 4U Total Cage Nut B 4 4 MU 3 3 MU 1 1 Cabinet Front View dco057a NOTE To insert cage nuts position the cage nuts so that the tabs are on the top and bottom Figure 2 5 Then insert the cage nut so that the top tab on the cage nut overlaps the vertical rails Use a cage nut insertion tool or your fingers to pull the rest of the cage nut through so that the bottom tab overlaps the vertical rail A WARNING To avoid personal injury or damage to the shelf unit two persons are required to insert the shelf unit into the cabinet and onto the mounting brackets 5 With one person at the front of the cabinet and one person at the rear of the cabinet insert the shelf unit into the cabinet and onto the mounting brackets a At the front of the cabinet slide the shelf unit into the cabinet b At the rear of the cabinet flex the right from the rear mounting bracket towards the side of the cabinet and guide the shelf unit so that the guide slot number 1 in Figure 2 13 at the top right of the shelf unit aligns with the guide screw number 2 on your right 2 14 Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Hardware Installation Guide Installing a System Chassis c Perform the same action
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4. Installing the System Enclosures After you have installed the shelf unit and reinstalled the system backplane assembly and the front panel you must install the modem if one was ordered the CPU I O enclosures and the bezel 1 Install the modem assembly if one was ordered a Atthe rear of the system remove the metal plate number 1 in Figure 2 18 from the system backplane by removing the two Phillips head screws Installing the System in a Cabinet 2 19 Installing the System Enclosures Figure 2 18 Removing the Metal Plate from the Backplane dco017 1 Metal plate b Insert the modem assembly number 1 in Figure 2 19 into its slot on the backplane c Tighten the thumbscrews number 2 2 20 Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Hardware Installation Guide Installing the System Enclosures Figure 2 19 Installing the Modem Assembly dco017a 1 Modem assembly 2 Thumbscrews 2 2 Install the CPU IO enclosures a Place each CPU MO enclosure on a flat surface and pull the two ejector levers number 1 and shown boxed in Figure 2 20 down NOTE If your shipment contains an operating system DVD the operating system and the ftServer System Software were installed at the factory In this case install the CPU I O enclosure that contains the boot disk labeled boot in the top CPU I O slot Installing the System in a Cabinet 2 21 Install
5. Installing the System in a Cabinet 2 1 Numbering the Vertical Rails 2 2 Installing PDUs 2 4 Installing a System Chassis 2 9 Installing the System Enclosures 2 19 Next Steps 2 24 3 Connecting the System Components and Peripherals 3 1 PCI Adapters 3 1 Ports on the System 3 3 Managing Cables 3 4 Connecting a Monitor Mouse and Keyboard 3 4 Connecting the ftServer System to a Storage System 3 5 Connecting ftServer Systems to EMC Storage Systems 3 6 Connecting the Ethernet Ports to Networks 3 10 Connecting the VTM Ports to a Network 3 11 Connecting the Modem to a Phone Line 3 11 Connecting Tape Drives Windows and Linux Systems 3 12 Next Steps 3 13 Contents iii Contents 4 Connecting the System to Electrical Power V 4 1 System Power Overview 4 1 Connecting the System to AC Power Mains 4 2 Connecting the System Directly to a UPS 4 3 Connecting Systems to Power Through PDUs 4 5 Next Steps 4 9 Appendix A Hardware Replacement and System Support A 1 Index Index 1 Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Hardware Installation Guide Figure 1 1 Figure 2 1 Figure 2 2 Figure 2 3 Figure 2 4 Figure 2 5 Figure 2 6 Figure 2 7 Figure 2 8 Figure 2 9 Figure 2 10 Figure 2 11 Figure 2 12 Figure 2 13 Figure 2 14 Figure 2 15 Figure 2 16 Figure 2 17 Figure 2 18 Figure 2 19 Figure 2 20 Figure 2 21 Figure 3 1 Figure 3 2 Figure 3 3 Figure 3 4 Figure 3 5 Figure 3 6
6. 2 19 2 20 2 21 2 22 2 24 3 3 3 7 3 9 3 12 3 13 3 13 4 3 4 5 4 7 4 8 Figures vi Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Hardware Installation Guide Preface The Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Hardware Installation Guide describes how to e Unpack the system e Install the system in a cabinet e Connect the system components and peripherals e Connect the system to electrical power Revision Information This manual is a revision It includes information about ftServer System Software for VMware vSphere Release 3 0 0 NOTE ft SS for VMware vSphere is not available on ftServer 2600 systems Notation Conventions This document uses the notation conventions described in this section Warnings Cautions and Notes Warnings cautions and notes provide special information and have the following meanings A WARNING A warning indicates a situation where failure to take or avoid a specified action could cause bodily harm or loss of life Preface vii Preface CAUTION A caution indicates a situation where failure to take or avoid a specified action could damage a hardware device program system or data NOTE A note provides important information about the operation of an ftServer system Typographical Conventions The following typographical conventions are used in this document e The bold font emphasizes words in text or indicates text t
7. 3 13 Next Steps 3 14 Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Hardware Installation Guide Chapter 4 Connecting the System to Electrical Power To connect your ftServer system to electrical power see the following topics e System Power Overview on page 4 1 e Connecting the System to AC Power Mains on page 4 2 e Connecting the System Directly to a UPS on page 4 3 e Connecting Systems to Power Through PDUs on page 4 5 e Next Steps on page 4 9 No tools are required for these tasks System Power Overview Your system requires at least two separate and independent AC power outlets an A side power source and a B side power source Either source must be capable of continuing to provide power if power to the other source is lost The A side power source provides power to the top CPU MO enclosure to one half of a storage enclosure as well as to other components such as a rack mounted monitor If you use an uninterruptible power supply UPS the UPS is the A side power source NOTE The use of a UPS is fully supported only with Windows systems For more information about UPS restrictions see the Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Site Planning Guide R638 The B side power source provides power to the bottom CPU I O enclosure and to the second half of a storage enclosure A pair of PDUs supplies power to multiple systems and components in a cabinet The top PDU in the cabinet pro
8. A 2 dco027 1 Mounting brackets 2 2 10 32 x 1 2 in flat head screws with countersunk lock washers 6 10 Reinstall the system backplane assembly as follows a Position the system backplane assembly as shown in Figure 2 16 Note the position of the guide pins number 2 Installing the System ina Cabinet 2 17 Installing a System Chassis Figure 2 16 Reinstalling the System Backplane Assembly dco016a 1 System backplane assembly 3 System backplane thumbscrews 2 Guide pins 4 Retaining tab b Insert the system backplane assembly into the shelf unit then slide the backplane to the left and beneath the retaining tab number 4 c The thumbscrews number 3 on the assembly should line up with the screw holes on the rear of the shelf unit d Tighten the two thumbscrews on the system backplane assembly to fasten it to the shelf unit 11 Reinstall the front panel into the shelf unit as follows a Align the front panel with the slot in the front right side of the shelf unit and push it straight into the slot as shown in Figure 2 17 2 18 Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Hardware Installation Guide Installing the System Enclosures Figure 2 17 Replacing the Front Panel in the Shelf Unit dco028b 1 Front panel 2 Captive thumbscrew 3 Bracket b Tighten the captive thumbscrew number 2 in Figure 2 10 atthe bottom of the panel
9. Figure 4 1 Figure 4 2 Figure 4 3 Figure 4 4 System Components EIA Vertical Rail Hole Pattern Numbering the Middle Hole of 6U AAP87600F PDU Components Cage Nut Locations PDU Inserting Cage Nuts Installing the Lower PDU at U Number 1 Installing the Upper PDU at U Number 2 Screw Locations on the Rear Vertical Rails Attaching the Mounting Brackets and Inserting Guide Screws Rear View Removing the Front Panel from the Shelf Unit Removing the System Backplane Cage Nut Locations on Front Vertical Rails Mounting the Shelf Unit on the Mounting Brackets Securing the Shelf Unit to the Front Rails Securing the Shelf Unit to the Mounting Brackets Reinstalling the System Backplane Assembly Replacing the Front Panel in the Shelf Unit Removing the Metal Plate from the Backplane Installing the Modem Assembly Installing the CPU I O Enclosures in a Cabinet Installing the Bezel System Ports Connecting Symmetrix Storage Systems and ftServer Systems Connecting CLARiiON Storage Systems and ftServer Systems Connecting the Cable to the Modem SFF 8470 Connector Connecting a Tape Drive to an ftServer System Connecting a System Directly to AC Power Connecting a System to a UPS Connecting the Systems Directly to PDUs Connecting the Systems to PDUs and a UPS Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Hardware Installation Guide Figures 2 2 2 4 2 5 2 6 2 7 2 8 2 9 2 10 2 11 2 12 2 13 2 14 2 15 2 16 2 17 2 18
10. P PCI adapters 3 2 connecting 3 10 Ethernet 3 10 installed 3 1 slots 3 1 Index 1 Index PDUs 2 4 A side B side power 2 6 components 2 5 illustrated 2 5 connecting to power sources 4 5 connecting to system 4 6 4 8 installing 2 5 2 6 maximum number in a cabinet 2 5 power cords 2 5 ports illustrated 3 3 power cords color coded 4 6 4 8 illustrated 1 2 PDU 2 5 connecting to AC 4 5 safety precautions 4 2 System connecting 4 2 4 3 power distribution units See PDUs power AC connecting directly to AC mains 4 2 connecting with PDUs 4 5 connecting with UPS 4 3 Sources 4 1 R rack unit U See U rack unit rails numbering 2 3 rear vertical rails screw locations 2 10 removing power 1 4 replacement systems hardware replacement A 1 S safety installation 1 10 notices 1 4 SAN See storage area network SAN screw locations front rails 2 14 rear rails 2 10 serial numbers system 1 4 storage area network SAN 3 6 StrataDOC 2 1 systems accessories listed 1 1 components illustrated 1 2 listed 1 1 connecting data cables 3 4 inspecting for damage 1 3 installing in cabinet 2 1 reporting damage 1 3 support A 1 T tape drives connecting to systems 3 12 tools for installation 2 1 U U rack unit defined 2 2 numbering 2 3 requirements 2 3 UPS connecting 4 3 URLs StrataDOC 2 1 V VMware ESX documentation 3 6 VTM ports connecting to
11. VTM network port Attach the other end of each cable to an Ethernet wall jack or a switch After installing and starting the operating system configure and test the VTMs See Stratus ftServer System Software Installation and Configuration for Windows Systems R002W Stratus ftServer System Software Installation for Linux Systems RO13L or Stratus ftServer System Software Installation and Configuration for VMware vSphere Systems ROO4E For complete information about using the VTM console see the Stratus ftServer Virtual Technician Module User s Guide R642 or the VTM console help Connecting the Modem to a Phone Line The phone line connection provides a way for you or the CAC or your authorized Stratus service representative to perform remote management and troubleshooting of your system 1 Connect the modem cable Figure 3 4 to the RJ 11 line jack on the modem 2 f necessary attach a Telco adapter to the modem cable 3 Connect the modem cable to a telephone jack For Windows systems after installing and starting the operating system configure the modem as described in the Stratus ftServer System Software Installation and Configuration for Windows Systems R002W guide Connecting the System Components and Peripherals 3 11 Connecting Tape Drives Windows and Linux Systems Figure 3 4 Connecting the Cable to the Modem dco017c 1 Modem cable Connecting Tape Drives Windows and Linux S
12. on the other side of the cabinet Figure 2 13 Mounting the Shelf Unit on the Mounting Brackets UT ET LCIETIETIE UU UF UU UP UMD IT UOT UT ED ET PET UT OT ET ERE Se e 6 SN ool WW TUT LH at 217171107107 07 UT 7 10207 ET PIT ET UT dco025 1 Guide slots 2 2 Guide screws 2 6 Atthe front of the cabinet slide the shelf unit all the way in 7 In the locations shown in Figure 2 14 secure the shelf unit to the vertical rails by inserting and tightening two 10 32 x 5 8 flat head screws number 1 with countersunk lock washers number 2 into each mounting flange on the shelf unit and into countersunk lock washers Installing the System in a Cabinet 2 15 Installing a System Chassis Figure 2 14 Securing the Shelf Unit to the Front Rails 1 10 32 x 5 8 flat head screws 4 2 Countersunk lock washers 4 8 Tighten the two guide screws 9 Secure each side of the shelf unit to a rear mounting bracket number 1 in Figure 2 15 with three 10 32 x 1 2 in flat head screws number 2 with countersunk lock washers on each side as shown in Figure 2 15 Tighten the six screws 2 16 Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Hardware Installation Guide Installing a System Chassis Figure 2 15 Securing the Shelf Unit to the Mounting Brackets LD CAE MT UT LMT UT LT
13. pdu001a PDU 10 32 cage nuts 4 10 32 pan head screws with captive external tooth washers 4 Power cord Power jumper cables one black and one gray from the system s accessories box Mounting brackets T To ensure a proper ground connection from the PDU to the cabinet the mounting brackets must remain on the non painted surface of the PDU Installing PDUs in a Cabinet You can install one or two pairs of PDUs in a cabinet for a total of four PDUs Install the first pair of PDUs in the bottom two contiguous one U locations of the cabinet and the second pair in two convenient contiguous one U locations in the middle of the cabinet Installing the System in a Cabinet 2 5 Installing PDUs For each pair of PDUs the PDU in the top U provides A side power That is the PDU in the top location powers one CPU 1I O enclosure and one side of an external storage enclosure and is the only source of power to tape drives and LCD monitor units The PDU in the bottom location provides B side power That is it provides power to the other CPU IMO enclosure and to the other side of an external storage enclosure Removable fasteners attach two reversible mounting brackets to the body of the PDU To install a PDU 1 For each PDU insert four cage nuts in the rear vertical cabinet rails Insert two cage nuts in each rear rail in the top and bottom holes of U positions 1 and 2 The locations in which to install the cage nuts for two PDUs ar
14. the ftServer logo are registered trademarks of Stratus Technologies Bermuda Ltd The Stratus Technologies logo the Stratus 24 x 7 logo ActiveService ftScalable and Active Upgrade are trademarks of Stratus Technologies Bermuda Ltd The registered trademark Linux is used pursuant to a sublicense from the Linux Mark Institute the exclusive licensee of Linus Torvalds owner of the mark on a world wide basis FLEXIm is a registered trademark of Macrovision Corporation VMware vSphere ESX and VMotion are registered trademarks or trademarks of VMware Inc in the United States and or other jurisdictions All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners Manual Name Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Hardware Installation Guide Part Number R640 Revision Number 02 Software Release Number ftServer System Software for the Windows Operating System Release Number 6 0 0 ftServer System Software for the Linux Operating System Release Number 7 0 4 ftServer System Software for VMware vSphere Release Number 3 0 0 Publication Date February 2010 Stratus Technologies Inc 111 Powdermill Road Maynard Massachusetts 01754 3409 2010 Stratus Technologies Bermuda Ltd All rights reserved Contents Preface vii 1 Unpacking Your System 1 1 Checking the System Components 1 1 Inspecting the System 1 3 Verifying the System Serial Number 1 4 Safety Notices 1 4 Safety Considerations 1 10 2
15. the second power cord Connect the female end to the receptacle on the bottom CPU I O enclosure Connect the other end to a second separate power source Figure 4 1 shows where the two power cords connect to the system 4 2 Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Hardware Installation Guide Connecting the System Directly to a UPS Figure 4 1 Connecting a System Directly to AC Power Oo Oo E dco040 1 A side power cord 3 AC power outlets 2 B side power cord 4 AC power mains distribution circuit breakers maximum of 20A Connecting the System Directly to a UPS NOTE The use of a UPS is fully supported only with Windows systems For more information about UPS restrictions see the Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Site Planning Guide R638 1 From the front of the system make sure that the CPU MO enclosures are fully inserted into the shelf unit by tightening the thumbscrews if necessary 2 Locate two black power cords and two labels A and B Connecting the System to Electrical Power 4 3 Connecting the System Directly to a UPS 3 Attach an A label to one power cord Connect the IEC C13 end of the cable to the receptacle on the top CPU I O enclos
16. 0 CPU 1 I O 11 dco045 Connecting the System Components and Peripherals 3 9 Connecting the Ethernet Ports to Networks Connecting the Ethernet Ports to Networks CAUTION For security on Windows systems you may prefer to isolate the ftServer system from networks and other communicating hosts until you have started the system and performed the initial configuration If applicable connect the Ethernet PCI adapters to the network only after you have completed the procedures for installing the operating system For VMware ESX systems you must connect the network before the software installation process 1 Connect the ports for the embedded Ethernet controllers to networks Obtain the appropriate cables and connectors see Stratus ftServer Systems PCI Adapter Guide R461 for each of the four system Ethernet ports you plan to use Connect one end of each cable to a network port on the system and the other end to an Ethernet wall jack or switch Item 9 in Figure 3 1 shows the network ports on the systems 2 f the system contains Ethernet adapters in PCI slots connect them to a network e For ports on copper gigabit Ethernet adapters use UTP cables with RJ 45 connectors e For ports on fiber gigabit Ethernet adapters use multimode 62 5 or 50 micron DUAL fiber
17. 0 4500 and 6300 Systems Hardware Installation Guide Installing a System Chassis 3 Insert and tighten two 10 32 x 1 2 in pan head crest cup screws number 1 in Figure 2 9 through the marked holes in the rear vertical rails and into the holes in the mounting bracket 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the second mounting bracket Figure 2 9 Attaching the Mounting Brackets and Inserting Guide Screws Rear View dco056 1 10 32 x 1 2 pan head crest cup screw 4 Third hole from rear 2 First hole from rear 5 Guide screw to be inserted in one of 3 Second hole from rear three indicated holes 5 Measure the distance between the front and rear vertical rails in the cabinet and install one guide screw and washer at the top of each mounting bracket as follows e f the rail depth is less than 27 in 68 58 cm install a flat head screw with countersunk lock washer in the hole closest to the rear of the cabinet number 2 in Figure 2 9 e f the rail depth is 27 in 68 58 cm install a flat head screw with countersunk lock washer in the second hole from the rear number 3 e f the rail depth is greater than 27 in 68 58 cm install a flat head screw with countersunk lock washer in the third hole from the cabinet rear number 4 Installing the System in a Cabinet 2 11 Installing a System Chassis Installing the Shelf Unit The shelf unit comes with a front panel and the system backplane installe
18. Connecting the System Components and Peripherals 3 3 Managing Cables Managing Cables When routing cables within the cabinet keep all power cords as separate as possible from peripheral and communication cables For example route all power cords on one side of the cabinet and all peripheral and communications cables on the other side of the cabinet using the cable management rings on your cabinet to constrain the cords and cables Connecting a Monitor Mouse and Keyboard You can connect one of the following to your ftServer system e A monitor that you supply and the V115 mouse and keyboard supplied by Stratus e A V132 rack mounted LCD monitor unit NOTE Other keyboards and mice have not been tested and may not work properly Connecting a Generic Monitor 1 Connect the USB cable from the mouse to a USB port located at the back of the keyboard NOTE Remove the green USB to PS2 converter on the USB cable from the mouse supplied by Stratus 2 Connect the USB cable from the keyboard to another of the system s USB ports number 1 in Figure 3 1 3 Connect the 15 pin D sub connector on the VGA cable from the monitor to the system s VGA port number 14 in Figure 3 1 4 Connect the VGA cable to the monitor Connecting a V132 Rack Mounted LCD Monitor Unit 1 Connect the 15 pin D sub connector of the VGA cable from the LCD monitor unit to the system s VGA port number 14 in Figure 3 1 2 Connectthe USB cable fro
19. HERAA IER Unpacking Your System 1 7 Safety Notices A WARNING SXTRDS te ENE A WARNING Stratus 26 AVG A WARNING TSB KD gt CX D Alu E SUE LL A iR LESEN LIU LU A IST Sh SE CIR Ep A A WARNING ae KREE o TP eS e dodi AS TA Ep o MPAA ECE ER BRAG BATE A WARNING Pe EA SERA SERE o TE ASUS TE de IP TAY RRE EE SES Pa 8 als A WARNING E Sree ais Shanta BU aA TEAR RE SA E stk D RATI TERE RANNA SE ee o 1 8 Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Hardware Installation Guide Safety Notices A WARNING MEET i ie MR Rath o Ai EB TARE BHAT BT Se ae BUR o HEE PI Al RE KERS Heke BAR SAD A WARNING TEER BREESE Se akan o REES A BRE SERERE ER Rd TEAR Em c Sibi So m SERE o TAREA Enn az RK BRS NS VA LIA eS
20. Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Hardware Installation Guide Stratus Technologies R640 02 Notice The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice UNLESS EXPRESSLY SET FORTH IN A WRITTEN AGREEMENT SIGNED BY AN AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE OF STRATUS TECHNOLOGIES STRATUS MAKES NO WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION OF ANY KIND WITH RESPECT TO THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN INCLUDING WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PURPOSE Stratus Technologies assumes no responsibility or obligation of any kind for any errors contained herein or in connection with the furnishing performance or use of this document Software described in Stratus documents a is the property of Stratus Technologies Bermuda Ltd or the third party b is furnished only under license and c may be copied or used only as expressly permitted under the terms of the license Stratus documentation describes all supported features of the user interfaces and the application programming interfaces API developed by Stratus Any undocumented features of these interfaces are intended solely for use by Stratus personnel and are subject to change without warning This document is protected by copyright All rights are reserved No part of this document may be copied reproduced or translated either mechanically or electronically without the prior written consent of Stratus Technologies Stratus the Stratus logo ftServer and
21. U I O enclosure supports two low profile adapter slots Each ftServer 4500 and ftServer 6300 CPU I O enclosure contains two low profile PCI adapter slots and optional PCle or PCI X riser assemblies The low profile PCI adapter slots appear as slots 1 and 2 numbers 5 and 6 respectively in Figure 3 1 The riser assembly can provide two additional PCI adapter slots that can accept full height adapters PCI slots 3 and 4 numbers 3 and 4 respectively in Figure 3 1 When you receive your system from the manufacturer PCI adapters that were ordered at the same time the system was ordered are installed To install additional PCI adapters see the Stratus ftServer Systems PCI Adapter Guide R461 and the Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Operation and Maintenance Guide R639 Connecting the System Components and Peripherals 3 1 PCI Adapters 3 2 Use only Stratus approved PCI adapters in your Stratus system Before approving an adapter Stratus thoroughly tests it to make sure that it interacts properly with Stratus systems including failover to a duplexed partner if an active adapter or CPU I O enclosure fails or is removed from service Customers who have attempted to use inadequately tested PCI adapters in their systems have frequently experienced problems that proved difficult to isolate and diagnose and resulted in delayed projects Stratus provides ftReady third party PCI adapter testing and driver hardening services To fi
22. a service agreement and are handled through the CAC or an authorized Stratus service representative Support services are facilitated by the Stratus ActiveService Network ASN a worldwide network with secure dial back capabilities If the system is covered by a service agreement you can receive advanced parts exchange and support services as outlined in your agreement Support coverage can include remote system support and monitoring telephone support electronic support services and hardware remedial services The Stratus service model enables you to replace customer replaceable units CRUS in accordance with the procedures explained in the documentation provided with your system All field replaceable units FRUs require replacement by authorized service personnel If you are unsure whether the part needing replacement is a CRU or a FRU contact the CAC or your authorized Stratus service representative or see the following Stratus Web page http www stratus ecacsupport com servicedocinternal ftserveripb ftserverframe htm This Web page provides links to illustrations of the CRUs and FRUs in Stratus systems If you suspect that a CRU has failed and the system is not covered by a service agreement but is still under warranty contact the party from whom you purchased your system for return instructions You can also obtain return instructions from e Your local Stratus sales offices e The Stratus ftServer Service Warranty Parts Replac
23. all or relocate the equipment All voltage is removed only when the power cords are disconnected A WARNING Do not install or store the equipment in an unsuitable place Install or store the equipment in a place that meets the requirements specified in this guide Avoid the following conditions to avoid the risk of fire Dust High humidity such as a place near a boiler Direct sunlight Instability such as places not stabilized against earthquakes Unpacking Your System 1 5 Safety Notices A WARNING Do not use or store this product in a corrosive environment Avoid using or storing this product in an environment which may contain corrosive gases Such gases include but are not limited to sulfur dioxide hydrogen sulfide nitrogen dioxide chlorine ammonia or ozone Avoid installing this product in a dusty environment or one that may contain corrosive materials such as sodium chloride or sulfur Avoid installing this product in an environment which may contain excessive metal flakes or conductive particles in the air Such environments may cause corrosion or short circuits within this product resulting in not only damage to this product but also fire If there are any concerns regarding the environment at the planned site of installation or storage please contact the CAC or your authorized Stratus service representative A WARNING When installing a system or CRU always con
24. battery A WARNING The system uses two power cords to provide redundant sources of power To fully remove power from a system disconnect both power cords To reduce the risk that electrical shock could injure a person or damage the system exercise caution when working in the unit even when only one power cord is connected A WARNING To prevent a cabinet from tipping over and injuring a person or damaging the system start installing systems from the bottom of the cabinet upward A WARNING If you replace the modem cable supplied by Stratus use a cable with a gauge of at least a UL approved 26 AWG to prevent fire 1 4 Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Hardware Installation Guide Safety Notices A WARNING To avoid fire electric shock and equipment breakdown prevent water or foreign objects from getting into the equipment Do not let water or foreign objects such as pins or paper clips enter the equipment A WARNING To prevent fire or current leakage do not plug the power cord into a nonconforming outlet Use a power outlet with appropriate voltage and power type as specified in this guide A WARNING Do not install the equipment where you may need an extension cord Use of an extension cord that does not meet the power specifications introduces a risk of overheating that could lead to a fire A WARNING Disconnect the power cords from the server or power source before you inst
25. cable with LC type connectors to the PCI adapter and connectors on the other end that are compatible with the network switch NOTES 1 If you are installing the adapters install them in pairs one in the same slot in each CPU IMO enclosure 2 Add cables in pairs a cable connected to the same port in the same slot in each CPU MO enclosure If you are using a single pair of ports attach cables to the top port s of each card and attach both cables to the same network After you connect the cables and install the software and when the system is running configure Ethernet ports into teams on Windows systems channel bond interfaces on Linux systems or port groups on VMware ESX systems For detailed information see the system administration guide for your operating system 3 10 Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Hardware Installation Guide Connecting the VTM Ports to a Network Connecting the VTM Ports to a Network Each ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 system includes two integrated Virtual Technician Module VTM ports see item 11 in Figure 3 1 which enable the VTM console The VTM console enables system administrators the CAC or your authorized Stratus service representative to remotely control monitor and diagnose problems on your System even when the operating system is not responsive To connect the VTMs to a network you need two UTP cables with RJ 45 connectors Connect one end of each cable to a
26. d Before installing the shelf unit in the cabinet you must remove the front panel and system backplane from the shelf unit in order to be able to gain access to the screw holes at the rear of the shelf unit 1 To remove the front panel number 1 in Figure 2 10 a Loosen the captive thumbscrew number 2 at the bottom of the front panel b Gripping the bracket number 3 on the right side of the panel pull the front panel straight out of its slot and out of the shelf unit Figure 2 10 Removing the Front Panel from the Shelf Unit dco028b 1 Front panel 2 Captive thumbscrew 3 Bracket 2 To remove the system backplane number 1 in Figure 2 11 loosen the two thumbscrews number 3 on the right side of the system backplane assembly 2 12 Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Hardware Installation Guide Installing a System Chassis Figure 2 11 Removing the System Backplane dco016a 1 System backplane assembly 3 System backplane thumbscrews 2 Guide pins 4 Retaining tab 3 Slide the system backplane assembly to the right out from beneath the retaining tab number 4 and pull the assembly out of the shelf unit 4 Atthe front of the cabinet insert two cage nuts into each vertical rail in the locations shown in Figure 2 12 Installing the System in a Cabinet 2 13 Installing a System Chassis Figure 2 12 Cage Nut Locations on Front Vertical Rails
27. dapters Contact your account team for information on the availability on Linux systems only of the U108 PCle adapter A U106 Eight Port SAS PCI Express Adapter installed in a single CPU I O enclosure Rack mounted flat panel LCD monitor unit PDUs Each CPU 1I O enclosure contains a CPU element and an I O element joined to the same board The CPU elements and I O elements are numbered as follows e Upper enclosure CPU element 0 and I O element 10 e Lower enclosure CPU element 1 and I O element 11 Inspecting the System Inspect all equipment for damage Verify that the equipment has no dents scratches or scrapes If you notice damage contact the Stratus Customer Assistance Center CAC or your authorized Stratus service representative Unpacking Your System 1 3 Verifying the System Serial Number Verifying the System Serial Number Make sure that the serial numbers on the system and on the packing list match 1 Find the label that contains the serial number and site ID affixed to the bottom rear of the shelf unit 2 Compare the serial number on the label with the serial number on the packing list If the serial numbers do not match contact the CAC or your authorized Stratus service representative before installing the system Safety Notices A WARNING Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions provided with the
28. e Connect the other end of the black cable to the bottom PDU 7 If applicable repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional systems Figures 4 3 and 4 4 show the color coded power cords connected to the systems and PDUs 4 6 Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Hardware Installation Guide Connecting Systems to Power Through PDUs Figure 4 3 Connecting the Systems Directly to PDUs moe O T 6 5 T deo049a ley J 1 A side PDU 5 PDU power cords B side PDU 6 AC power outlets B side system power cords black 7 AC power mains distribution circuit breaker maximum of 20A 4 A side system power cords gray Connecting the System to Electrical Power 4 7 Connecting Systems to Power Through PDUs Figure 4 4 Connecting the Systems to PDUs and a UPS
29. e indicated in Figure 2 4 Figure 2 4 Cage Nut Locations PDU S LA 0 Dalla UT LET n cnut002a NOTE To insert cage nuts position them so that the tabs are on the top and bottom Figure 2 5 Then insert the cage nut So that its top overlaps the vertical rails and use a cage nut insertion tool or your fingers to pull the rest of the cage nut through so that the bottom tab overlaps the vertical rail 2 6 Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Hardware Installation Guide Installing PDUs Figure 2 5 Inserting Cage Nuts dco022 2 Hold the PDU at the back of the cabinet so that the power outlets and controls face you and the blank side of the PDU faces the inside of the cabinet as shown in Figure 2 6 Installing the System in a Cabinet 2 7 Installing PDUs 3 Align the screw holes on the mounting brackets with the top and bottom holes of the U with cage nuts as follows e Align the first PDU with the U numbered 1 as shown in Figure 2 6 Align the second PDU with the U numbered 2 as shown in Figure 2 7 Figure 2 6 Installing the Lower PDU at U Number 1 dco024 2 8 Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Hardware Installation Guide Installing a System Chassis Figure 2 7 Installing the Upper PDU at U Number 2 dco024a 4 Attach the PDU with four 10 32 screws with one hand while supporting the PDU with the ot
30. e system requirements e The site has been properly prepared The requirements for the cabinet and for site planning are described in the Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Site Planning Guide R638 which is available on the StrataDOC disk that is shipped with your system and on the StrataDOC Web site at http stratadoc stratus com Many of the basic procedures covered in this document are also demonstrated in an Adobe Flash movie at the following Web site http stratadoc stratus com flash fusionh chassis install 6300 html To install the system components in a cabinet see the following topics and refer to Figure 1 1 which identifies the system components e Numbering the Vertical Rails on page 2 2 e Installing PDUs on page 2 4 e Installing a System Chassis on page 2 9 e Installing the System Enclosures on page 2 19 e Next Steps on page 2 24 Tools required for installing a cabinet system e A 2 Phillips head screwdriver e A flat head screwdriver and a cage nut insertion extraction tool A WARNING Two people are required to install a cabinet Installing the System in a Cabinet 2 1 Numbering the Vertical Rails Numbering the Vertical Rails If your rack is not already numbered use a marker or pencil to number the middle hole of at least the following e The 4U in which to install each system e The 2U in which to install each storage enclosure if ordered The 1U in
31. ement Process and Return Instructions Web page at http www stratus com support ftserver partreturn htm e Your local authorized Stratus service representative These sources can also provide information about the customer service assistance options available Hardware Replacement and System Support A 1 Hardware Replacement and System Support A 2 Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Hardware Installation Guide A accessories box contents 1 1 adapters See PCI adapters A side power source 4 1 bezel illustrated 1 2 installing 2 23 B side power source 4 1 C cables Ethernet network 3 10 managing 3 4 4 2 routing 3 4 4 2 cage nuts front rail locations 2 14 illustrated 1 2 inserting 2 6 CPU elements 1 3 CPU VO enclosures installing 2 21 D damage inspecting for 1 3 documentation ftScalable storage systems 3 5 VMware ESX 3 6 E elements CPU I O 1 3 Ethernet networks connecting to PCI adapters 3 10 Index F front vertical rails cage nut locations 2 14 ftScalable Storage systems 1 3 documentation 3 5 H hardware replacement and system support A 1 I O elements 1 3 inspecting the system 1 3 K keyboards connecting to system 3 4 L LCD monitor units connecting 3 4 modem assembly connecting cable 3 11 installing 2 19 monitor connecting rack mount 3 4 table top 3 4 mounting brackets System 2 10 mouse connecting to keyboard 3 4
32. ese connections 3 6 Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Hardware Installation Guide Connecting the ftServer System to a Storage System Figure 3 2 Connecting Symmetrix Storage Systems and ftServer Systems Symmetrix Storage System FA1 FA2 FA3 FA4 0 Fibre Channel Switch A 2 0 Fibre Channel Switch B 1 To connect ftServer systems to EMC CLARiiON Storage Systems CPU 0 I O 10 CPU 1 MO 11 dco044 The following procedure describes a sample connection configuration illustrated in Figure 3 3 Other configurations that connect the Fibre Channel switch to the system enclosures are also possible 1 To connect the first ftServer system to the pair of switches do the following a Connect one end of a Fibre Channel cable to port 1 of Fibre Channel switch A Connect the other end of this cable to the Fibre Channel PCI adapter in the upper CPU I O enclosure of the server CPU element 0 I O element 10 b Connect one end of a Fibre Channel cable to port 1 of Fibre Channel switch B Connect the other end of this cable to the Fibre Channel PCI adapter in the lower CPU I O enclosure of the server CPU element 1 I O element 11 Connecting the System Components and Peripherals 3 7 Connecti
33. hat you type the name of a screen object or the name of a programming element For example Before handling or replacing system components make sure that you are properly grounded by using a grounded wrist strap In the System Properties dialog box click the Hardware tab Call the RegisterDeviceNotification function The italic font introduces new terms and in Windows9 operating system contexts indicates programming and command line arguments that the user supplies For example Many hardware components are customer replaceable units CRUS which can be replaced on site by system administrators with minimal training or tools copy filename filename2 Pass a pointer for the NotificationFilter parameter e The monospace font indicates sample program code and output including message text For example include lt iostream h gt The operation completed successfully viii Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Hardware Installation Guide Preface e The monospace font also represents text that would appear on your display screen The monospace bold font represents text you must type in examples that contain both user input and system output The monospace italic font represents terms in command lines that are to be replaced by literal values For example To display the state of a CPU enclosure type a command in the following format opt ft bin ftsmaint ls n If you type opt ft bin ftsmaint 1s 0 atthe pro
34. her 5 Tighten the screws Installing a System Chassis To install your system chassis in a cabinet see the following sections e Attaching Mounting Brackets to the Cabinet Vertical Rails e Installing the Shelf Unit Before you start assembling the system chassis add a lock washer to each flat head screw The toothed side of the washer faces the head of the screw Installing the System in a Cabinet 2 9 Installing a System Chassis Attaching Mounting Brackets to the Cabinet Vertical Rails Two mounting brackets one on each rear vertical rail support the shelf unit To attach the mounting brackets 1 Onthe rear vertical rails use a pen to mark the hole above the number 5 and below the number 4 as indicated by dots in Figure 2 8 Figure 2 8 Screw Locations on the Rear Vertical Rails 1U o OO 5 PEPPRA T E FEC Cabinet Rear View BS o OO O Oo qh O dco057 2 Position a mounting bracket inside a rear vertical rail lining up the holes in the mounting bracket with the two holes you marked on the rear vertical rail See Figure 2 9 2 10 Stratus ftServer 260
35. how to connect Fibre Channel cables from ftServer systems to switches that connect to EMC storage systems NOTE Follow EMC s RPQ Request for Price Quote process for approval before installing EMC storage systems with ftServer System Software for the Linux Operating System You can connect a maximum of six ftServer systems in a SAN configuration To make the connections make sure that e One supported Fibre Channel PCI adapter is installed in each ftServer CPU I O enclosure e You have a minimum of two switches To connect ftServer systems to EMC Symmetrix Storage Systems 1 To connect the ftServer system to the pair of switches do the following a Connect one end of a Fibre Channel cable to port 1 of Fibre Channel switch A Connect the other end of this cable to the Fibre Channel PCI adapter in the upper CPU I O enclosure CPU element 0 I O element 10 of the server b Connect one end of a Fibre Channel cable to port 1 of Fibre Channel switch B Connect the other end of this cable to the Fibre Channel PCI adapter in the lower CPU I O enclosure of the server CPU element 1 MO element 11 2 To connect the Symmetrix storage system to the switches do the following e Connect a port on a Fibre Channel adapter in the storage system to port 0 of Fibre Channel switch A Connect a port on another Fibre Channel adapter in the storage system to port 0 of the Fibre Channel switch B See Figure 3 2 for an illustration of th
36. igure 2 2 3 If you are installing additional systems in the same cabinet continue numbering the middle hole of another 4U for each system 4 lf you are installing a rack mountable LCD monitor unit number 1U for each LCD monitor unit 5 If you are installing ftScalable Storage systems number 2U for each storage system To ensure that the components will be level when you install them mark the same holes on the rear rails that you marked on the front vertical rails Installing the System in a Cabinet 2 3 Installing PDUs Figure 2 2 Numbering the Middle Hole of 6U 6 E R m R TR ENN R 2 J Installing PDUs To install PDUs see e PDU Components e Installing PDUs in a Cabinet To connect the PDUs to AC power see Connecting Systems to Power Through PDUs on page 4 5 PDU Components The PDUs are ordered and shipped in pairs Each PDU is shipped with mounting brackets attached The model AA P87600 PDU Figure 2 3 supports ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 systems Verify that you have the components shown for your PDU and inspect the components to ensure that they are not damaged If you notice damage contact the 2 4 Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Hardware Installation Guide Installing PDUs Stratus Customer Assistance Center CAC or your authorized Stratus service representative Figure 2 3 AAP87600F PDU Components ao A OO N 6
37. ing f you are in North America call the Stratus Customer Assistance Center CAC at 800 221 6588 or 800 828 8513 24 hours a day 7 days a week f you are located outside North America contact your nearest Stratus sales office CAC office or distributor for CAC phone numbers outside the U S see http www stratus com support cac e Online support from Stratus Customer Service You can find the latest technical information about an ftServer system through online product support at the Stratus Technical Support Web site http www stratus com support e Online product support for Microsoft products Your primary source for support is the computer manufacturer who provided your software or an authorized Microsoft Support Provider You can also find the latest technical information about Microsoft Windows and other Microsoft products through online product support at the Microsoft Help and Support Web site http support microsoft com e Online product support for Red Hat Linux products Your primary source for support is the manufacturer who provided your software or Red Hat Global Support Services You can also find the latest technical information about Red Hat Enterprise and Standard Linux through online product support at the Red Hat Support Web site http Awww redhat com apps support e Online product support for VMware vSphere products You can find the latest technical information about VMware vS
38. ing the System Enclosures b With the ejector levers in the open down position slide each CPU I O enclosure into the shelf unit A WARNING Lifting a CPU I O enclosure requires two persons Figure 2 20 Installing the CPU I O Enclosures in a Cabinet E dco029 1 Ejector lever in open position 2 Ejector lever engaged with positioning pin 3 Thumbscrew 2 22 Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Hardware Installation Guide Installing the System Enclosures c With the bottom of the ejector levers engaged with the positioning pin number 2 push the ejector levers up into the closed position and tighten the thumbscrews number 3 to install the system securely into the rack N CAUTION Be sure to press the ejector levers flush against the front of the system before tightening the thumbscrews otherwise the thumbscrew threads will be stripped 3 Attach the bezel a Facing the front of the system hold the bezel so that the LED light pipes inside the bezel number 1 Figure 2 21 are on the right Align the light pipes with the four front panel system LEDs CAUTION The bezel light pipes extend about 0 25 in 0 635 cm out from the inside of the bezel Be careful not to bend or hit the light pipes when installi
39. les and two labels A and B 3 Connect the A side and B side PDUs to separate AC power sources For each PDU do the following a Atthe back of the cabinet attach the IEC 320 C19 connector end of the country specific external power cord number 5 in Figure 4 3 or Figure 4 4 to the single PDU inlet connector on the right side of the PDU Connecting the System to Electrical Power 4 5 Connecting Systems to Power Through PDUs b Connect the country specific connector end to a power source c Attach the appropriate label to the power cable to indicate A or B side power Figure 4 3 shows how to connect PDUs to ftServer systems and directly to power sources Figure 4 4 shows how to connect PDUs to ftServer systems and to power sources when one source is a UPS In this case connect the A side PDU to the UPS NOTE The use of a UPS is fully supported only with Windows systems For more information about UPS restrictions see the Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Site Planning Guide R638 4 Locate one black and one gray power cable jumper 5 Connect the IEC C13 end of the gray power cable number 4 to the receptacle on the top CPU MO enclosure Lift the small power cord locking bar above the receptacle to insert the power cord into the enclosure Connect the other end of the gray cable to the top PDU 6 Connect the IEC C13 end of the black cable number 3 to the receptacle on the bottom CPU MO enclosur
40. m the LCD monitor unitto one of the system s USB ports number 1 in Figure 3 1 See the Stratus V132 and V128 LCD Monitor Unit Installation and User s Guide R549 for more information about installing and using the rack mounted LCD monitor unit 3 4 Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Hardware Installation Guide Connecting the ftServer System to a Storage System Connecting the ftServer System to a Storage System ftServer systems support connections to ftScalable Storage systems EMC CLARIiON storage systems and EMC Symmetrix storage systems For ftServer systems running ftSSS for the Windows Operating System and ftSSS for the Linux Operating System e Directly attach the Fibre Channel cables between one or two ftServer systems and the RAID controller trays of an ftScalable Storage system e For Windows systems only connect the Fibre Channel cables from one or two ftServer systems directly to an EMC storage system e Connect multiple ftServer systems to ftScalable Storage systems through a storage area network SAN e Connect up to six ftServer systems to EMC storage systems through a SAN For ftServer systems running ftSSS for VMware vSphere e Directly attach the Fibre Channel cables between a single ftServer system and the RAID controller trays of an ftScalable Storage system e Connect multiple ftServer systems to ftScalable Storage systems through a storage area network SAN e Connect up to six ftServer
41. mpt the following output appears H W Path O Description CPU Node Assembly e The percent sign 96 dollar sign and number sign are default prompt signs that have a specific meaning at a Linux or VMware ESX command prompt Although a prompt is sometimes shown at the beginning of a command line as it would appear on the screen you do not type it 960r indicates you are logged in to a standard user account and are subject to certain access limitations The prompt displayed on the screen depends on your shell environment for example csh 96 or bash indicates you are logged in to the system administrator account and have superuser access Users of this account are referred to as root The prompt sign used in an example indicates the command can be issued only by root Getting Help If you have a technical question about ftServer system hardware or software try these online resources first Online documentation at the StrataDOC Web site Stratus provides complimentary access to StrataDOC an online documentation service that enables you to view search download and print customer documentation You can access StrataDOC at the following Web site http stratadoc stratus com Preface ix Preface A copy of StrataDOC on supported media for your system is included with this release To order additional copies of the StrataDOC media or to obtain copies of printed manuals do one of the follow
42. nd out more about these professional service offerings please contact your local Stratus sales or service representative You should thoroughly test any new PCI adapter including adapters sold or approved by Stratus with your applications in a test environment before using it in a production environment Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Hardware Installation Guide Ports on the System Ports on the System The ports are located at the rear of the system as shown in Figure 3 1 Figure 3 1 System Ports 4 5 6 7 13 12 11 10 USB ports 3 8 Modem and telephone port Amodemisan 9 optional component so the telephone port is not present if there is no modem PCI adapter slot 3 PCle or PCI X 2 t 10 PCI adapter slot 4 PCle or PCI X 2 11 PCI adapter slot 1 PCle 2 12 PCI adapter slot 2 PCle 2 13 CPU I O enclosure power receptacle 2 14 9 8 dco002b Power supply LED 2 Ethernet ports 4 CPU I O enclosure green identification LED 2 VTM Ethernet port 2 System backplane Serial COM ports 2 VGA monitor port T Available only if an optional PCle riser assembly or PCI X riser assembly is installed Slot 3 and slot 4 are of the same type either both PCle or both PCI X
43. nect the power cord first before adding communications cables The power cord contains the protective earth connection it should be connected first and disconnected last to maintain a grounded chassis Before attempting to remove a CRU from the system chassis make sure to power off the CRU disconnect communications cables and then disconnect the power cord Never connect a power cord to a CRU when it is not located within the system chassis 1 6 Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Hardware Installation Guide Safety Notices A WARNING Do not disassemble repair or alter the server except as described in the Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Operation and Maintenance Guide R639 There is a risk of an electric shock or fire as well as equipment malfunction if you do not observe the instructions in the Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Operation and Maintenance Guide R639 A WARNING Do not place any object on top of the server The object may fall off and cause injuries damage to hardware or a fire A WARNING Do not leave the DVD tray ejected Dust may enter the equipment and cause it to malfunction The ejected tray may also become a cause of injuries A WARNING Aiea CESAR HE RE RLRR ANI ah EAE ata HEBER CRE Sith A WARNING Vide RR Ue SURE ESTE ERA AEI ik T EEU o Akee A E SA A e RERRAIRE VDR E
44. network 3 11 Ww Web pages StrataDOC 2 1 Index 2 Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Hardware Installation Guide
45. ng the bezel b Holding the bezel in front of the mounting rails align its ball stud holes with the ball studs number 2 in Figure 2 21 on the sides of the system two on the left side and two on the right Figure 2 21 shows the front of the system with the bezel aligned with the cabinet for installation Installing the System in a Cabinet 2 23 Next Steps Figure 2 21 Installing the Bezel dco003 1 Light pipes an array of 4 2 Ball studs 4 Next Steps Connect the system components and peripherals as described in Chapter 3 2 24 Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Hardware Installation Guide Chapter 3 Connecting the System Components and Peripherals To connect your system components and peripherals see e PCI Adapters on page 3 1 e Ports on the System on page 3 3 e Managing Cables on page 3 4 e Connecting a Monitor Mouse and Keyboard on page 3 4 e Connecting the ftServer System to a Storage System on page 3 5 e Connecting the Ethernet Ports to Networks on page 3 10 e Connecting the VTM Ports to a Network on page 3 11 e Connecting the Modem to a Phone Line on page 3 11 e Connecting Tape Drives Windows and Linux Systems on page 3 12 e Next Steps on page 3 13 No tools are required for these tasks PCI Adapters Each ftServer 2600 CP
46. ng the ftServer System to a Storage System 2 To connect a second ftServer system to the pair of switches do the following a Connect one end of a Fibre Channel cable to port 2 of Fibre Channel switch A Connect the other end of this cable to the Fibre Channel PCI adapter in the upper CPU I O enclosure of the server b Connect one end of a Fibre Channel cable to port 2 of Fibre Channel switch B Connect the other end of this cable to the Fibre Channel PCI adapter in the lower CPU I O enclosure of the server 3 To connect a CLARiiON storage system to the switches do the following a Connect a port for example port 1 from storage processor SP A on the storage system to switch A and another port for example port 2 from the same SP A to switch B b Connecta port for example port 1 from SP B to switch B and another port for example port 2 from the same SP B to switch A 3 8 Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Hardware Installation Guide Connecting the ftServer System to a Storage System Figure 3 3 Connecting CLARiiON Storage Systems and ftServer Systems CLARiiON Storage System 4 0 Fibre Channel Switch B 1 2 Server 1 CPU 0 MO 10 CPU 1 I O 11 Server 2 CPU 0 I O 1
47. phere through online product support at the VMware Support Web site http www vmware com support If you are unable to resolve your questions with the help available at these online sites and the ftServer system is covered by a service agreement please contact the Stratus Customer Assistance Center CAC or your authorized Stratus service representative For information about how to contact the CAC see the following Web site http www stratus com support cac x Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Hardware Installation Guide Preface Commenting on the Documentation To provide corrections and suggestions on the documentation send your comments in one of the following ways e By clicking the site feedback link at the bottom of a Help topic Information to identify the topic is supplied in the StrataDOC Web Site Feedback form e By email to Comments stratus com If it is possible please include specific information about the documentation on which you are commenting Fora printed document or a document in PDF format include the title and part number from the Notice page and the page numbers Foronline documentation include the Help subject and topic title This information will assist Stratus Information Development in making any needed changes to the ftServer system documentation Your assistance is most appreciated Regulatory Notice All regulatory notices are provided in the site planning guide for yo
48. s 2 6 10 32 x 1 2 in flat head Phillips head screws 8 2 CPU I O enclosures 2 7 10 32 x 5 8 in flat head Phillips head screws 4 3 Power cords 2 8 10 32 x 1 2 panhead screws with cup washer 4 4 Shelf unit 9 10 32 cage nuts 8 5 Bezel 10 10 32 countersunk lock washers 12 1 2 Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Hardware Installation Guide Inspecting the System NOTE Each ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 system ships with two AW B50107 07 power cords as standard equipment If these are not appropriate for use in your country or configuration refer to the power cord tables in the Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Site Planning Guide R638 to select the power cord that meets your configuration and country s power connection requirements e The following components if ordered ftScalable Storage systems Pairs of U539F Single Port Optical Fibre Channel PCI Adapters or for VMware ESX systems U777F Single Port Optical Fibre Channel PCI Adapters for connecting the server to ftScalable Storage systems or EMC storage systems One adapter from each pair is installed in each CPU I O enclosure Pairs of network adapters one of each pair installed in each CPU I O enclosure Supported models are U104 Dual Port Fiber Gigabit Ethernet PCI Express Adapters U105 Dual Port 10 100 1000 Base T Ethernet PCI Express Adapters and U108 Single Port Fiber 10 Gigabit Ethernet PCI Express A
49. systems to EMC storage systems through a SAN If you are connecting an external storage system for data storage only make the connections after you install the operating system and verify that the operating system is operating properly For Linux and VMware ESX systems only if you are installing the system software on a volume or LUN logical unit number of an external storage system to create a boot volume make the connections before you install the software For information about connecting and configuring your external storage system see one of the following e For ftScalable Storage systems see the ftScalable Storage Getting Started Guide R601 which describes how to install and initially configure an ftScalable Storage system and how to connect the Fibre Channel cables between an ftServer system and the ftScalable Storage system e For EMC CLARiiON and Symmetrix storage systems see Connecting ftServer Systems to EMC Storage Systems on page 3 6 and the documentation for your storage systems and switches Connecting the System Components and Peripherals 3 5 Connecting the ftServer System to a Storage System For VMware ESX systems also see the VMware Fibre Channel SAN Guide which explains the best practices for configuring storage systems in a VMware vSphere environment and provides information about managing VMware ESX systems that use a SAN Connecting ftServer Systems to EMC Storage Systems This section explains
50. ur system Preface xi Preface xii Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Hardware Installation Guide Chapter 1 Unpacking Your System When you receive your system unpack it as described in the Read Me First booklet that accompanies the system After you unpack the system do the following e Make sure you have the components you require and have ordered e Inspect the system to make sure nothing was damaged during shipment e Verify that the system serial number on the system label and on the packing list match e Make sure you understand safety considerations Checking the System Components Refer to the packing list on the box and make sure you have all of the ordered components e The components shown in Figure 1 1 and the accessories box In the accessories box components that typically include the following items though the exact contents vary according to the system ordered Software DVDs both operating system and ftServer System Software Stratus hard copy manuals Power cords Stratus bezel Keyboard and mouse if ordered Supplier data sheets and driver disks that might accompany purchased options i e disk drives PCI cards etc Bag of screws cage nuts and washers and the rack mount kit for mounting the system in a cabinet ESD wrist strap Unpacking Your System 1 1 Checking the System Components Figure 1 1 System Components dco023a 1 Rear mounting bracket
51. ure Lift the small power cord locking bar above the receptacle to insert the power cord into the enclosure Connect the other country specific end to the UPS 4 Attach a B label to the second power cord Connect the IEC C13 end of the cable to the receptacle on the bottom CPU I O enclosure Connect the other end to a second separate power source To configure the system to communicate with a UPS in the case of a power outage see the Stratus ftServer System Software Installation and Configuration for Windows Systems R002W guide Figure 4 2 shows how the rack mounted system connects to power through a UPS 4 4 Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Hardware Installation Guide Connecting Systems to Power Through PDUs Figure 4 2 Connecting a System to a UPS dco041 1 A side power cord 4 UPS power cord 2 B side power cord 5 AC power outlets 3 UPS 6 AC power mains distribution circuit breakers maximum of 20A Connecting Systems to Power Through PDUs 1 From the front of the system make sure that the CPU MO enclosures are fully inserted into the shelf unit by tightening the thumbscrews if necessary 2 Locate two black power cab
52. vides A side power The bottom PDU in the cabinet provides B side power See Installing PDUs on page 2 4 for more information about installing PDUs and using them with your system Connecting the System to Electrical Power 4 1 Connecting the System to AC Power Mains A WARNING Use only the power cords or cables you receive from Stratus DO NOT MODIFY THE POWER CORDS OR CABLES you receive with your system Failure to comply with this warning will void agency certification Failure to comply with this warning can cause a fire hazard NOTE When routing cables within the cabinet keep all power cords as separate as possible from peripheral and communication cables For example route all power cords on one side of the cabinet and all peripheral and communications cables on the other side of the cabinet using the cable management rings on your cabinet to constrain the cords and cables Connecting the System to AC Power Mains 1 From the front of the system make sure that the CPU MO enclosures are fully inserted into the shelf unit by tightening the thumbscrews if necessary 2 Locate two black power cords and two labels A and B 3 Attach an A label to one power cord Connect the female end to the receptacle on the top CPU I O enclosure Lift the small power cord locking bar above the receptacle to insert the power cord into the enclosure Connect the other end to a power source 4 Attach a B label to
53. which to install a rack mountable LCD monitor unit if ordered NOTE The cabinet rails system and various components are measured in Electronic Industries Alliance EIA rack units U Every three holes on the EIA square hole pattern on the vertical rail equals one U 1 75 in 4 45 cm The holes on EIA rails are located in a repeating pattern of 1 2 in 1 27 cm 5 8 in 1 59 cm 5 8 in 1 59 cm as shown in Figure 2 1 The middle hole of each U has equal spacing between it and the holes adjacent to it In some cabinets numbers on the vertical rails identify the middle hole of each U Figure 2 1 EIA Vertical Rail Hole Pattern lt B B Tons 5 8 in 1 59 cm 59 of L i cm 2 2 Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Hardware Installation Guide cnut005 Numbering the Vertical Rails To number the vertical rails in a cabinet 1 On each of the front and rear rails number the two U where you will install the PDUs Mark the number 1 next to the middle hole of the first U and the number 2 next to the middle hole of the second U as shown in Figure 2 2 2 Oneach ofthe front and rear rails number the middle hole of the four U where you will install the system Mark the number 3 next to the middle hole of the third U the number 4 next to the middle hole of the fourth U the number 5 next to the middle hole of the fifth U and the number 6 next to the middle hole of the sixth U as shown in F
54. ystems Connect a tape drive to a Windows or Linux system with the cable supplied with the tape drive enclosure NOTE ftSSS for VMware vSphere does not support tape drives To connect a tape drive to the system 1 Atthe rear of the system connect the cable connector to the port on the U106 Eight Port SAS PCI Express Adapter that is installed in one of the CPU IMO enclosures Use thumbscrews to lock the connector in place 2 Support the cable by routing it through cable management rings or by tying it with tie wraps 3 Connect the cable SFF 8470 connector shown in Figure 3 5 to the tape drive 3 12 Stratus ftServer 2600 4500 and 6300 Systems Hardware Installation Guide Next Steps Figure 3 5 SFF 8470 Connector mpci092 Figure 3 6 illustrates an example of connecting a tape drive to an ftServer system Figure 3 6 Connecting a Tape Drive to an ftServer System dco046 For more information about installing and connecting the tape drive see the tape drive documentation Next Steps Connect the system to electrical power as described in Chapter 4 Connecting the System Components and Peripherals
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