HP 6400/8400 Reference guide

HP StorageWorks 6400/8400 Enterprise

Virtual Array expansion rack reference guide

This guide describes how to add an expansion rack to an EVA6400/8400 main rack and is intended for

HP-authorized service personnel only.

Part number: 5697-8184

First edition: September 2009

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Contents

1 Getting started .................................................................................. 7

Hardware requirements ............................................................................................................... 7

0CxD Expansion rack requirements ............................................................................................... 8

0C9D Expansion rack requirements ............................................................................................ 10

2 Installing disk enclosures into the expansion rack ................................. 13

Before you begin ...................................................................................................................... 13

Kit contents .............................................................................................................................. 13

Converting the rails ................................................................................................................... 14

Attach the rails ......................................................................................................................... 15

Installing the disk enclosure ........................................................................................................ 17

Cabling disk enclosures in the expansion rack .............................................................................. 21

EVA6400 .......................................................................................................................... 21

EVA8400 .......................................................................................................................... 23

Preparing the expansion rack for connection to the main rack ......................................................... 26

Physically inspect the expansion rack .................................................................................... 26

Inspect expansion rack disk drives ........................................................................................ 26

Inspect the disk enclosure power supplies .............................................................................. 27

Inspect the I/O modules ...................................................................................................... 27

Inspect the disk enclosure fan modules .................................................................................. 28

3 Connecting the main rack to the expansion rack .................................. 29

Routing cables in the expansion rack ........................................................................................... 29

Online expansion ..................................................................................................................... 29

Connecting an EVA6400 multi-product rack to a 0C6D expansion rack .................................... 29

General EVA6400 expansion cabling guidelines ............................................................. 32

Connecting an EVA8400 multi-product rack to a 0C6D expansion rack .................................... 32

General EVA8400 expansion cabling guidelines ............................................................. 35

Connecting an EVA8400 2C18D rack to a 0C9D expansion rack ............................................ 36

Offline expansion ..................................................................................................................... 41

Shutting down the main rack controllers ................................................................................ 41

Connecting an EVA6400 multi-product rack to a 0C6D expansion rack .................................... 42

Connecting an EVA8400 multi-product rack to a 0C6D expansion rack .................................... 42

Connecting an EVA8400 2C18D rack to a 0C9D expansion rack ............................................ 42

Powering up the controllers .................................................................................................. 42

4 Support and other resources .............................................................. 45

Contacting HP .......................................................................................................................... 45

HP technical support ........................................................................................................... 45

Subscription service ............................................................................................................ 45

Documentation feedback ..................................................................................................... 45

Related information ................................................................................................................... 45

Documents ........................................................................................................................ 45

Websites ........................................................................................................................... 46

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Typographic conventions ........................................................................................................... 46

Customer self repair .................................................................................................................. 47

Rack stability ............................................................................................................................ 47

4

Figures

Rear view of a 2C6D main rack ................................................................................. 91

Rear view of a 0C6D expansion rack ........................................................................ 102

Rear view of a 2C18D main rack ............................................................................. 113

Rear view of a 0C9D expansion rack ........................................................................ 124

Kit contents ............................................................................................................ 145

Square hole to round hole cabinet conversion ............................................................. 156

Attaching the rear rail ............................................................................................. 167

Attaching the front rail ............................................................................................. 168

Move retaining bracket to back ................................................................................. 179

Remove bezel cover ................................................................................................ 1710

Slide disk enclosure onto rails ................................................................................... 1811

Tighten disk enclosure thumbscrews ........................................................................... 1812

Secure rear of enclosure .......................................................................................... 1913

Inserting a disk drive ............................................................................................... 2014

Disk drive numbering ............................................................................................... 2015

Inserting a drive blank ............................................................................................. 2016

0C6D expansion rack for the EVA6400 ..................................................................... 2217

0C6D expansion rack for the EVA8400 ..................................................................... 2318

0C9D expansion rack for the EVA8400 ..................................................................... 2519

Disk drive status indicators ....................................................................................... 2720

Fan module location ................................................................................................ 2821

EVA6400 2C6D configuration .................................................................................. 3022

Complete cabling for an EVA6400 2C6D to 0C6D expansion ..................................... 3123

EVA8400 2C6D configuration .................................................................................. 3324

Complete cabling for an EVA8400 2C6D to 0C6D expansion ..................................... 3525

EVA8400 2C18D configuration ................................................................................ 3726

EVA8400 0C9D loop 1 connections ......................................................................... 3827

EVA8400 0C9D loop 2 connections ......................................................................... 3928

EVA8400 0C9D loop 3 connections ......................................................................... 4029

Complete cabling for an EVA8400 2C18D to 0C9D expansion (2C27D) ...................... 4130

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Tables

EVA6400/8400 0CxD expansion .............................................................................. 71

EVA8400 0C9D expansion ........................................................................................ 82

Disk drive status indicator descriptions ....................................................................... 273

Document conventions ............................................................................................. 464

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1 Getting started

The first step is to determine what type of expansion you will perform, which will determine the

applicable quantity of hardware components needed.

• Multi-product main rack—If the main rack containing the EVA6400 or EVA8400 currently includes

non-EVA components (such as servers or switches), consider the following maximum configurations

when determining the number of disk enclosures that will reside in the expansion rack:

• The EVA6400 supports a maximum of 18 disk enclosures (main and expansion racks combined).

• The EVA8400 supports a maximum of 27 disk enclosures (main and expansion racks combined).

NOTE:

Because there is no standard for a multi-product rack, there are several possible configurations,

in terms of the number of disk enclosures included. This document does not cover all possible

configurations; instead it assumes a starting point of a 2C6D main rack and an 0C6D expansion

rack and provides general guidelines, which can be adapted for any configuration.

• EVA8400 2C18D main rack—The main rack is full with 2 controllers and 18 disk enclosures and

the expansion rack will contain up to 9 disk enclosures.

NOTE:

If you want to add disk enclosures to an EVA6400/8400 in the main rack, see the

HP

StorageWorks 6400/8400 Enterprise Virtual Array installation guide

or the

HP Storage

EVA6400/8400 M6412A disk enclosure installation instructions

for more information. The

installation guide contains cabling diagrams for various configurations, up to 2C18D within one

rack. The disk enclosure installation instructions show how to add disk enclosures to an existing

configuration.

Hardware requirements

The following tables list the components needed to perform the expansion for these configurations.

Table 1 EVA6400/8400 0CxD expansion

DescriptionQuantity per 0CxDExpansion rack

components

EVA 42U HP 10000 G2 series rack1AF002A

Power distribution unit (country specific)

2 (minimum HV)

4 (minimum LV)

252663–xxx

M6412A FC disk enclosureMaximum of 18 in a rackAG638B

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DescriptionQuantity per 0CxDExpansion rack

components

HP EVA6400/8400 expansion rack accessory kit,

which contains:

• HP 5m Multi-mode OM3 LC/LC FC Cable (4)

• 4Gb Short Wave FC SFP+ 1 Pack (8)

• ROHS, SPOOL, Millennium Cable (4)

• Velcro, Strap 5" (8)

• Label, Cable Kit (2) - 1 blank red/green; 1

numbered red/green

Up to 2 for EVA6400

Up to 3 for EVA8400

AP712A

1

Use 1 AP712A per each of the first 3 disk enclosures.

Table 2 EVA8400 0C9D expansion

DescriptionQuantity per 0C9DExpansion rack com-

ponents

EVA 42U HP 10000 G2 series rack1AF002A

Power distribution unit (country specific)

2 (minimum HV)

4 (minimum LV)

252663–xxx

M6412–A FC disk enclosure9AG638B

HP EVA6400/8400 expansion rack accessory kit, which

contains:

• HP 5m Multi-mode OM3 LC/LC FC Cable (4)

• 4Gb Short Wave FC SFP+ 1 Pack (8)

• ROHS, SPOOL, Millennium Cable (4)

• Velcro, Strap 5" (8)

• Label, Cable Kit (2) - 1 blank red/green; 1 numbered

red/green

3

AP712A

1

Use 1 AP712A per each of the first 3 disk enclosures.

0CxD Expansion rack requirements

• One existing 2CxD main rack containing a properly wired controller pair and disk enclosures

(see Figure 1).

The controllers may be above or in the middle of the disk enclosures, depending on the number

of disk enclosures and how the rack was initially configured. Figure 1 is an example only, showing

six disk enclosures below the EVA8400 controllers.

• The main rack must be running properly.

• A new 0CxD expansion rack containing properly wired disk enclosures (see Figure 2). Figure 2

is an example only, showing six disk enclosures and assuming there are six disk enclosures in the

main rack.

Getting started8

2. Disk enclosures1. Non-EVA hardware

4. Power distribution units3. Controllers

Figure 1 Rear view of a 2C6D main rack

.

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1. Disk enclosures

2. Power distribution units

Figure 2 Rear view of a 0C6D expansion rack

.

0C9D Expansion rack requirements

• One existing 2C18D main rack containing a properly wired controller pair and disk enclosures

(see Figure 3).

The controllers may be above or in the middle of the disk enclosures, depending on the number

of disk enclosures and how the rack was initially configured.

• The main rack must be running properly.

• A new 0C9D expansion rack containing properly wired disk enclosures (see Figure 4).

Getting started10

1. Disk enclosures

2. Controllers

3. Power distribution units

Figure 3 Rear view of a 2C18D main rack

.

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1. Disk enclosures

2. Power distribution units

Figure 4 Rear view of a 0C9D expansion rack

.

Getting started12

2 Installing disk enclosures into the

expansion rack

Before you begin

Read the following warnings and cautions before installing the disk enclosure.

WARNING!

Make sure that the rack is sufficiently stable. If provided, lower the rack leveler feet and make sure

any stabilizers are installed. If provided, extend the rack anti-tip device. Failure to extend the anti-tip

device could result in personal injury or damage if the rack tips over.

CAUTION:

Make sure that the cabinet and all equipment mounted in the cabinet have a reliable ground

connection. Verify that the total current of the cabinet components does not exceed the current rating

of the power distribution unit or the power distribution modules.

CAUTION:

Parts can be damaged by electrostatic discharge. User proper anti-static protection. For additional

information, see the documentation that shipped with your system.

Kit contents

Check the kit contents to make sure you have the items listed in Figure 5.

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Rails with –03 brackets5.Disk enclosure1.

Two Fibre Channel copper cables6.

Eight disk drive blanks (may come pre-installed

in enclosure)

2.

Two enclosure power cords7.–04 brackets (not used)3.

Pins for round-hole cabinet conversion4.

Figure 5 Kit contents

.

Converting the rails

The rail kit supplied with the disk enclosure comes configured for square-hole racks. If you need to

convert the rails for a round-hole racks, perform the following steps:

IMPORTANT:

Do not remove the pins from the ends of the rails unless you are converting the rails for use in

round-hole racks. These load-bearing pins are designed to fit through the holes without being removed.

1. Locate the bag of eight round-hole pins included in the rail kit.

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2. Use a No. 2 Phillips screwdriver to remove the standard pins from the front and back of the left

and right rails (four pins on each rail).

Figure 6 Square hole to round hole cabinet conversion

.

3. Insert the round-hole pins into the eight holes on the rails where the standard pins were removed.

Attach the rails

NOTE:

The left and right rails are designated by the letters R (right) and L (left) stamped into the metal on the

front of the rack.

Consider the following when installing the rails:

• Installing the rails does not require any tools for assembly.

• HP recommends you install all the rail kits before installing any other components.

• Ensure the rails are level before installing any other components.

WARNING!

Before you begin, ensure that the rack is sufficiently stable. If provided, lower the rack leveler feet

and make sure any required stabilizers are installed. If provided, extend the anti-tip device. Failure

to extend the anti-tip device could cause personal injury or damage if the rack tips over.

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1. On the rear of the rail, squeeze the scissor latch (1, Figure 7) together to insert the rail and pins

through the rack holes (2) until the latch engages.

Figure 7 Attaching the rear rail

.

2. On the front of the rail, pull the locking latch to release the scissors latch (1, Figure 8) and then

squeeze the scissor latch together to insert the rail and pins through the rack upright holes until

the latch engages (3).

Figure 8 Attaching the front rail

.

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3. Loosen the locking nut (1, Figure 9) on the shipping retaining bracket (2) and slide the bracket

to the farthest position on the rear of the rail. This moves the bracket out of the way to let you

install the chassis in the rails.

Figure 9 Move retaining bracket to back

.

4. After attaching the rail, grab and move the rail gently to be sure it is firmly engaged in the rack

and that all latches are engaged in the rack holes.

5. Repeat Step 1 through Step 4 for the other rail.

Installing the disk enclosure

1. Remove the bezel covers from each side of the enclosure (see Figure 10).

CAUTION:

Be careful when removing the bezel covers so as to not break the locking tabs that secure the

covers to the enclosure.

Figure 10 Remove bezel cover

.

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2. Align the enclosure with the rails and slide it into the rack.

Figure 11 Slide disk enclosure onto rails

.

3. Continue sliding the enclosure into the rack until the front edge is flush with the front of the rack

(1, Figure 12). Tighten the enclosure thumbscrews into the rack (2), taking care to not strip the

Phillips-head thumbscrews.

Figure 12 Tighten disk enclosure thumbscrews

.

4. Reattach the front bezel covers.

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5. At the rear of the rack, loosen the thumbscrew on the shipping retaining bracket (1, Figure 15)

and slide the bracket forward (2, Figure 15) until the tab engages the slot in the chassis. Tighten

the thumbscrew on the bracket.

Figure 13 Secure rear of enclosure

.

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6. To install disk drives:

a. Insert the disk drive into the drive bay (1, Figure 14) until it clicks, locking the drive.

b. Rotate the drive lever to the right (2, Figure 14) until it locks.

c. Ensure the drives are installed in the proper sequence, following the numbering scheme in

Figure 15.

Figure 14 Inserting a disk drive

.

Figure 15 Disk drive numbering

.

7. Insert a drive blank into any slot without a disk drive (Figure 16). Push the drive blank in until

you detect a click.

Figure 16 Inserting a drive blank

.

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