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  • Page 1 IBM Storwize V5000 Quick Installation Guide GI13-2861-00...
  • Page 2 Before using this information and the product it supports, read the general information in “Notices” on page 37, the information in the “Safety and environmental notices” on page ix, as well as the information in the IBM Environmental Notices and User Guide , which is provided on a DVD.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    About this guide ..xix Who should use this guide . . xix Notices ....37 Storwize V5000 library and related publications . . xix Trademarks . . 39 How to order IBM publications .
  • Page 4 Storwize V5000: Quick Installation Guide...

  • Page 5: Figures

    Figures Rear view of a Storwize V5000 control enclosure 6 Connecting the SAS cables . 18 Data ports in the rear of the control enclosure Connecting the Ethernet cables . . 19 Rear view of a Storwize V5000 expansion Example configuration with two pairs of enclosure.
  • Page 6 Storwize V5000: Quick Installation Guide...

  • Page 7: Tables

    Tables IBM websites for help, services, and Steps for different installation scenarios information . . xix Storwize V5000 model numbers . Storwize V5000 library . . xx Default user name and password for the IBM documentation and related websites management GUI .
  • Page 8 Storwize V5000: Quick Installation Guide...

  • Page 9: Safety And Environmental Notices

    In the preceding examples, the numbers (C001) and (D002) are the identification numbers. 2. Locate IBM Systems Safety Notices with the user publications that were provided with the Storwize V5000 hardware. 3. Find the matching identification number in the IBM Systems Safety Notices. Then review the topics concerning the safety notices to ensure that you are in compliance.

  • Page 10: Caution Notices For The Storwize V5000

    “Labels” section. The following notices and statements are used in IBM documents. They are listed in order of decreasing severity of potential hazards. Danger notice definition A special note that emphasize a situation that is potentially lethal or extremely hazardous to people.
  • Page 11 CAUTION: The battery contains lithium. To avoid possible explosion, do not burn or charge the battery. Do not: Throw or immerse into water, heat to more than 100°C (212°F), repair or disassemble. (C003) CAUTION: Use safe practices when lifting. 18-32 kg (39.7-70.5 lbs) 32-55 kg (70.5-121.2 lbs) 55 kg ( 121.2 lbs) (27)
  • Page 12 It is intended that equipment installed within this rack will have its own enclosure. (R005). CAUTION: Tighten the stabilizer brackets until they are flush against the rack. (R006) CAUTION: Use safe practices when lifting. (R007) Storwize V5000: Quick Installation Guide...

  • Page 13: Danger Notices For Storwize V5000

    (R009) Danger notices for Storwize V5000 Ensure that you are familiar with the danger notices for Storwize V5000. Use the reference numbers in parentheses at the end of each notice, such as (C003) for example, to find the matching translated notice in IBM Systems Safety Notices.
  • Page 14 Electrical voltage and current from power, telephone, and communication cables are hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: v If IBM supplied a power cord(s), connect power to this unit only with the IBM provided power cord. Do not use the IBM provided power cord for any other product.

  • Page 15: Special Caution And Safety Notices

    . (R010) Special caution and safety notices This information describes special safety notices that apply to the Storwize V5000. These notices are in addition to the standard safety notices supplied and address specific issues relevant to the equipment provided.

  • Page 16: Handling Static-Sensitive Devices

    Do not place the device onto the cover of the Storwize V5000 or onto a metal table. v Take additional care when you handle devices during cold weather because heating reduces indoor humidity and increases static electricity. Storwize V5000: Quick Installation Guide...

  • Page 17: Power And Cabling Information For Nebs (Network Equipment-Building System) Gr-1089-Core

    Power and cabling information for NEBS (Network Equipment-Building System) GR-1089-CORE The following comments apply to IBM storage devices that have been designated as conforming to NEBS (Network Equipment-Building System) GR-1089-CORE. The equipment is suitable for installation at: v Network telecommunications facilities...
  • Page 18 Storwize V5000: Quick Installation Guide...

  • Page 19: About This Guide

    Storwize V5000. Storwize V5000 Information Center The IBM Storwize V5000 Information Center contains all of the information that is required to install, configure, and manage the Storwize V5000. The information center is updated between Storwize V5000 product releases to provide the most current documentation.
  • Page 20 Agreement for Machine Code for the Storwize V5000 product. IBM documentation and related websites Table 3 on page xxi lists websites that provide publications and other information about the Storwize V5000 or related products or technologies. Storwize V5000: Quick Installation Guide...

  • Page 21: How To Order Ibm Publications

    Some publications are available for you to view or download at no charge. You can also order publications. The publications center displays prices in your local currency. You can access the IBM Publications Center through the following website: www.ibm.com/e-business/linkweb/publications/servlet/pbi.wss...

  • Page 22: Sending Your Comments

    Before calling for support, be sure to have your IBM Customer Number available. If you are in the US or Canada, you can call 1 (800) IBM SERV for help and service. From other parts of the world, see http://www.ibm.com/planetwide for the number that you can call.
  • Page 23 If you call from somewhere other than the US or Canada, you must choose the software or hardware option when calling for assistance. Choose the software option if you are uncertain if the problem involves the Storwize V5000 software or hardware. Choose the hardware option only if you are certain the problem solely involves the Storwize V5000 hardware.

  • Page 24: What's New

    At times, you might need expert advice about using a function provided by the system or about how to configure the system. Purchasing the IBM Support Line offering gives you access to this professional advice while deploying your system, and in the future.

  • Page 25: Chapter 1. Before You Begin The Installation

    Important information: v This guide presumes that you have read the planning information regarding your physical environment that is available from the Storwize V5000 Information Center. v Ensure that any cables that you are supplying are available for installation.

  • Page 26: Enclosure

    Complete these steps for each control enclosure and expansion enclosure that you add. Be familiar with the following information v See “Caution notices for the Storwize V5000” on page x and “Danger notices for Storwize V5000” on page xiii for a summary of the situations that can be...
  • Page 27 potentially hazardous to you. Before installing, read and understand the following caution and danger statements. v Use safe practices when lifting. The fully populated enclosure weighs about 26 kg (57 lbs). At least two people are required to lift and install the enclosure into the rack or to remove an enclosure from the rack.
  • Page 28 Electrical voltage and current from power, telephone, and communication cables are hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: – If IBM supplied a power cord(s), connect power to this unit only with the IBM provided power cord. Do not use the IBM provided power cord for any other product.

  • Page 29: Reviewing Your Packing Slip

    __ – Two rail springs __ – Two sets of rail mounting screws __ – Two sets of alternative rail mounting pins (large and small) for non-IBM racks __ v Two power cords for connection to rack mounted power distribution units...

  • Page 30: Identifying The Hardware Components

    Control enclosure components Figure 1 shows the rear view of a control enclosure and identifies the location of the power supply units and node canisters. Figure 1. Rear view of a Storwize V5000 control enclosure 1 Node canisters 2 Power supply units...
  • Page 31 Figure 2 shows the rear view of a Storwize V5000 control enclosure and identifies the location of the ports. Figure 2. Data ports in the rear of the control enclosure 1 USB ports. Each canister has two USB ports. One port is used during installation.

  • Page 32: Rear View Of A Storwize V5000 Expansion

    Expansion enclosure components Figure 3 shows the rear view of an expansion enclosure and identifies the location of power supply units and expansion canisters. Figure 3. Rear view of a Storwize V5000 expansion enclosure 1 Expansion canisters 2 Power supply units Figure 4 shows the rear view of an expansion canister and identifies the SAS port locations.
  • Page 33 Chapter 1. Before you begin the installation...

  • Page 34: Verifying Environmental Requirements

    If you are installing a control enclosure plus one or more expansion enclosures, follow these guidelines. v Each Storwize V5000 enclosure to be installed requires 2U of rack space. v Each assembled enclosure weighs more than 18kg. There must be sufficient space at the front of the rack for two persons to carry the enclosure safely.

  • Page 35: Chapter 2. Installing The Hardware

    1. Locate the rack mounting rails and screws (Figure 6). The rail assembly consists of two rails that must be installed in the rack cabinet. Figure 6. Rack mounting rails and screws 2. Remove the springs that are taped to one of the rails. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2013...

  • Page 36: Installing The Rail Spring

    Attach the circle end of the spring around the stud on the rail (see Figure 7). b. Pulling on the spring, attach the hook end of the spring to the tab on the rail. Figure 7. Installing the rail spring Storwize V5000: Quick Installation Guide...

  • Page 37: Hole Locations In The Front Of The Rack

    19-inch IBM rack cabinet. If you are installing the storage enclosure in a non-IBM rack cabinet, you may need to replace the set of medium bracket pins on the front and rear of the rail with either the small or large bracket pins that are included in the rail kit.

  • Page 38: Opening The Hinge Brackets

    Figure 9. Opening the hinge brackets 6. Align the holes in the rail bracket with the holes on the front and rear rack cabinet flanges. Ensure that the rails are aligned on the inside of the rack cabinet. Storwize V5000: Quick Installation Guide...

  • Page 39: Closing Hinge Brackets And Installing Rear

    7. On the rear of the rail, press the two bracket pins into the holes in the rack flanges and close the rear hinge bracket to secure the rail to the rack cabinet flange (see Figure 10). Figure 10. Closing hinge brackets and installing rear screw 8.

  • Page 40: Installing The Enclosures

    4. Secure the enclosure with a screw in the rack mounting screw hole. Storwize V5000: Quick Installation Guide...

  • Page 41: Connecting Sas Cables To Expansion Enclosures

    5. Reinstall the left and right end caps as shown in Figure 11 on page 16. The left end cap has indicator windows that align with the status LEDs (light-emitting diodes) on the edge of the enclosure. a. Ensure that the serial number of the end cap matches the serial number on the rear of the enclosure.

  • Page 42: Connecting The Sas Cables

    1 of the left expansion canister in the second expansion enclosure. b. Connect SAS port 4 of the right node canister in the control enclosure to SAS port 1 of the right expansion canister in the second expansion enclosure. Storwize V5000: Quick Installation Guide...

  • Page 43: Connecting Ethernet Cables For System Management

    Connecting fibre cables to a 10 Gbps iSCSI-FCoE 2-port host interface card If your Storwize V5000 has 10 Gbps iSCSI-FCoE 2-port host interface cards installed, you must connect fibre cables to those host interface cards. Chapter 2. Installing the hardware...

  • Page 44: Example Configuration With Two Pairs Of

    3 in each canister, and another pair connected to port 4 in each canister. TxRx TxRx Figure 15. Example configuration with two pairs of Ethernet cables connected to 10 Gbps iSCSI-FCoE 2-port host interface cards Storwize V5000: Quick Installation Guide...

  • Page 45: Connecting Fibre Channel Cables To An 8 Gbps Fibre Channel 4-Port Host Interface Card

    Connecting Fibre Channel cables to an 8 Gbps Fibre Channel 4-port host interface card If your Storwize V5000 has 8 Gbps Fibre Channel 4-port host interface cards installed, you must connect Fibre Channel cables to those host interface cards. Procedure To install the cables, complete the following steps.

  • Page 46: Connecting Sas Cables To A Host

    Insert the connector gently until it clicks into place. If you feel resistance, the connector is probably oriented the wrong way. Do not force it. v When inserted correctly, the connector can only be removed by pulling the tab. Procedure To install the cables, complete the following steps. Storwize V5000: Quick Installation Guide...

  • Page 47: Example Configuration With Two Sas Cables

    1. Connect the required number of SAS cables. Refer to the “Planning” section of the information center for instructions on determining the number of cables required. Note: When connecting to the SAS ports on the left side of the node canister, each host must be connected to both canisters.

  • Page 48: Powering On The System

    Fault is off. If a canister is not ready, refer to the “Procedure: Understanding the system status using the LEDs” topic in the troubleshooting section of the Storwize V5000 Information Center. 3. Wait for all expansion canisters to finish powering on.

  • Page 49: Node Canister Leds

    The canister is ready with no critical errors when Power is illuminated, Status is blinking, and Fault is off. If a canister is not ready, refer to the “Procedure: Understanding the system status using the LEDs” topic in the troubleshooting section of the Storwize V5000 Information Center. Chapter 2. Installing the hardware...
  • Page 50 Storwize V5000: Quick Installation Guide...

  • Page 51: Chapter 3. Configuring The System

    Microsoft Internet Explorer (IE) 8 and 9 v Google Chrome 28 IBM supports higher versions of the browsers as long as the vendors do not remove or disable functionality that the product relies upon. For browser levels higher than the versions that are certified with the product, customer support accepts usage-related and defect-related service requests.

  • Page 52: User Name And Password For System Initialization

    If a problem is identified in the product, defects are accepted. If a problem is identified with the browser, IBM might investigate potential solutions or work-arounds that the client can implement until a permanent solution becomes available.

  • Page 53: Computer

    Initializing the system with a Microsoft Windows computer To initialize a new system with a Microsoft Windows computer, use the initialization tool that was shipped with your order. Before you begin v Begin this procedure after you have installed all the enclosures, drives and other options you have purchased.
  • Page 54 Note: The 0 character in the password is a zero, not the letter O. 9. Follow the on-screen instructions to begin setting up your system. Note: The other options that are available in the initialization tool are used to recover the service IP address or the superuser password. Storwize V5000: Quick Installation Guide...

  • Page 55: Initializing The System With An Apple Macintosh

    Initializing the system with an Apple Macintosh computer To initialize a new system with an Apple Macintosh computer, use the initialization tool that was shipped with your order. Before you begin v Begin this procedure after you have installed all the enclosures, drives and other options you have purchased.
  • Page 56 Note: The 0 character in the password is a zero, not the letter O. 11. Follow the on-screen instructions to begin setting up your system. Note: The other options in the initialization tool are used to reset the service IP address or the superuser password. Storwize V5000: Quick Installation Guide...

  • Page 57: Initializing The System With A Linux Computer

    Initializing the system with a Linux computer To initialize a new system with a Linux computer, use the initialization tool that was shipped with your order. Before you begin v Begin this procedure after you have installed all the enclosures, drives and other options you have purchased.

  • Page 58: Adding An Expansion Enclosure To An Existing System

    9. Continue to follow the on-screen instructions. Adding a control enclosure to an existing system About this task The management GUI requires a supported web browser (see “Web browser requirements to access the management GUI” on page 27). Storwize V5000: Quick Installation Guide...
  • Page 59 What to do next This step completes the quick installation procedures. If you are setting up for the first time, see the configuring topics in the Storwize V5000 information center and continue to follow the tasks available in Getting Started from the management GUI.
  • Page 60 Storwize V5000: Quick Installation Guide...

  • Page 61: Notices

    Web sites. The materials at those Web sites are not part of the materials for this IBM product and use of those Web sites is at your own risk.
  • Page 62 IBM may use or distribute any of the information you supply in any way it believes appropriate without incurring any obligation to you. Licensees of this program who wish to have information about it for the purpose of enabling: (i) the exchange of information between independently created...

  • Page 63: Trademarks

    IBM, therefore, cannot guarantee or imply reliability, serviceability, or function of these programs. The sample programs are provided "AS IS", without warranty of any kind. IBM shall not be liable for any damages arising out of your use of the sample programs.

  • Page 64: Industry Canada Compliance Statement

    Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to meet FCC emission limits. IBM is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors, or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment.

  • Page 65: Germany Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive

    Klasse A ein. Um dieses sicherzustellen, sind die Geräte wie in den Handbüchern beschrieben zu installieren und zu betreiben. Des Weiteren dürfen auch nur von der IBM empfohlene Kabel angeschlossen werden. IBM übernimmt keine Verantwortung für die Einhaltung der Schutzanforderungen, wenn das Produkt ohne Zustimmung der IBM verändert bzw.

  • Page 66: People's Republic Of China Class A Statement

    People's Republic of China Class A Statement Taiwan Class A compliance statement Taiwan Contact Information This topic contains the product service contact information for Taiwan. IBM Taiwan Product Service Contact Information: IBM Taiwan Corporation 3F, No 7, Song Ren Rd., Taipei Taiwan Tel: 0800-016-888...

  • Page 67: Korean Communications Commission Class A Statement

    This explains the JEITA statement for greater than 20 A per phase. Korean Communications Commission Class A Statement This explains the Korean Communications Commission (KCC) statement. Russia Electromagnetic Interference Class A Statement This statement explains the Russia Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) statement. Notices...
  • Page 68 Storwize V5000: Quick Installation Guide...

  • Page 69: Index

    New Zealand 40 Linux 33 People's Republic of China 42 rails 11, 16 Microsoft Windows 29 Taiwan 42 reader feedback xxii electronic emissions notices 42 related information xix EMC statement, People's Republic of China 42 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2013...
  • Page 70 42 electronic emission notice 42 technical assistance xxii trademarks 39 USB flash drive initializing the system Apple Macintosh 31 Linux 33 Microsoft Windows 29 locating 8 user name 28 web browsers 27 websites xxi Storwize V5000: Quick Installation Guide...
  • Page 72 Part Number: 00AK318 Printed in USA GI13-2861-00...

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