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IBM Cloud Object Storage System Version 3.14.2 Slicestor 2212 Appliance Manual 3409-S00/3401-S00/3403-S00...
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Before using this information and the product it supports, read the following information: v The general information in Notices v The information in Safety and environmental notices v The information in the IBM Environmental Notices and User Guide (provided on a DVD) ™ This edition applies to IBM Cloud Object Storage System and is valid until replaced by new editions.
Intended purpose and audience This manual contains the instructions for installing and maintaining this appliance. The audience for this ™ guide consists of those individuals responsible for installing IBM Cloud Object Storage System appliances. Note: v The equipment and device described for installation herein are sophisticated and relatively complex to install.
Suitability for telecommunication environment - This product is not intended to connect directly or indirectly by any means whatsoever to interfaces of public telecommunications networks. Examples of a caution and a danger notice. Numbers in parentheses refer to message numbers in the IBM Safety Notices publication G229-9054, which is included with your product.
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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. • Do not open or service any power supply assembly.
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DANGER: Professional movers are to be used for all relocation activities. Serious injury or death may occur if systems are handled and moved incorrectly. (D008) DANGER: Serious injury or death can occur if loaded lift tool falls over or if a heavy load falls off the lift tool.
Multiple power cords. The product might be equipped with multiple power cords. To remove all hazardous voltages, disconnect all power cords. (L003) Environmental notices This information contains all of the environmental notices for IBM Systems products in English and other languages. IBM Cloud Object Storage System: Slicestor 2212 Appliance Manual 3409-S00/3401-S00/3403-S00...
Note: Government regulations (such as those prescribed by OSHA or European Community Directives) may govern noise level exposure in the workplace and may apply to you and your server installation. This IBM system is available with an optional acoustical door feature that can help reduce the noise emitted from this system.
Remove any jewelry or metal objects from your body. They are excellent metal conductors that can create short circuits and harm you if they come into contact with printed circuit boards or areas where power is present. IBM Cloud Object Storage System: Slicestor 2212 Appliance Manual 3409-S00/3401-S00/3403-S00...
Type and Usage Power Cords Use only the power cords that are supplied with the appliance. Do not use another type of cord. Do not use extension cords. If extra power cords are needed, contact IBM Support. 1000BASE-T Copper Use high-quality Category 5e or 5 (CAT5e, CAT5) copper cables.
System diagram The following figures show the appliance schematics. Figure 1. System diagram Figure 2. Drive layout IBM Cloud Object Storage System: Slicestor 2212 Appliance Manual 3409-S00/3401-S00/3403-S00...
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Inspect the box for any damage. In addition to the appliance, the box includes the hardware in the following figures: Figure 3. 2×M5×20 mm round head screws Figure 4. 8×M5×8 mm flat head screws Figure 5. 4×M4×4 mm flat head screws IBM Cloud Object Storage System: Slicestor 2212 Appliance Manual 3409-S00/3401-S00/3403-S00...
Figure 6. 8×Cone washers for M5 Figure 7. 2×C13-to-C14 connector, 6 ft, 14 AWG power cables Figure 8. 2×Rack rails Appliance installation Attention: Allow the enclosure assembly to acclimate to room temperature before installation. Disk drives should be stored at room temperature for at least 2 hours before use. Identify the sections of the rack rails The appliance package has two rail assemblies in the mounting kit with three sections, as shown in the following figure:...
1. Confirm that the left and right inner rails are correctly identified. 2. Place the inner rail firmly against the side of the appliance, aligning the hooks on the side of the appliance with the holes in the inner rail. IBM Cloud Object Storage System: Slicestor 2212 Appliance Manual 3409-S00/3401-S00/3403-S00...
Figure 11. Installing the inner rails 3. Slide the inner rail forward toward the front of the appliance until the rail clicks into the locked position, which secures the inner rail to the appliance. Important: Make sure all of the hooks are pushed through the holes in the rail and are not between the rail and the appliance.
3. Pull the middle rail out from the front of the outer rail and make sure that the ball-bearing shuttle is at the front locking position of the middle rail. IBM Cloud Object Storage System: Slicestor 2212 Appliance Manual 3409-S00/3401-S00/3403-S00...
Figure 16. Ball-bearing shuttle in the middle rail 4. Align the appliance inner rails with the front of the middle rails. 5. Slide the inner rails on the appliance into the middle rails. Keep the pressure even on both sides until the locking tab of the inner rail clicks into the front of the middle rail.
4. To ensure that the power is on, verify that the power and network link lights are lit and listen for running fans, as shown in the following figure. Figure 19. Front of appliance IBM Cloud Object Storage System: Slicestor 2212 Appliance Manual 3409-S00/3401-S00/3403-S00...
PCIe card slot (on riser DB-15 video connector card) Power supply 1 USB 2.0 ports (4) Power supply 2 Disk controller card slot (for LSI 9260-8i or LSI 9211-8i) IBM Cloud Object Storage System: Slicestor 2212 Appliance Manual 3409-S00/3401-S00/3403-S00...
Table 7. Legend for rear panel I/O Ports for the appliance (continued) Unit identification Unpopulated PCIe slot button/LED Network interface ports The LAN ports have two LEDs. One LED indicates activity when it is flashing. The other LED can be green, amber or off to indicate the speed of the connection, as shown in the following figure.
1600 x 1200 at 75 Hz. USB 2.0 The USB ports can connect a USB keyboard or the supplied USB memory key to any of these connectors. IBM Cloud Object Storage System: Slicestor 2212 Appliance Manual 3409-S00/3401-S00/3403-S00...
Chapter 6. Field replaceable or upgrade units A number of components can be replaced or upgraded in the field. Replacement parts Contact IBM Support for replacement parts for the appliance. The following customer serviceable parts are available: v Power supply module...
Figure 23. Extending the handle for a drive from the chassis 2. Pull the drive carrier out of the chassis by using the handle. IBM Cloud Object Storage System: Slicestor 2212 Appliance Manual 3409-S00/3401-S00/3403-S00...
Figure 24. Removing a drive from the chassis 3. Insert the new data drive into the open slot in the front of the appliance. 4. Close the drive carrier by using the drive carrier handle. Replace an operating system drive 1.
Figure 25. Extending the handle for a drive from the chassis 5. Pull the drive carrier out of the chassis by using the handle. IBM Cloud Object Storage System: Slicestor 2212 Appliance Manual 3409-S00/3401-S00/3403-S00...
Figure 26. Removing a drive from the chassis 6. Insert the new OS drive into the open slot in the front of the appliance. 7. Close the drive carrier by using the drive carrier handle. 8. Plug in the power cable and network cables. 9.
The redundant feature keeps the appliance online while the failed hot-swap module is replaced. 1. Push the release tab on the rear of the PSU, as shown in the following figure. IBM Cloud Object Storage System: Slicestor 2212 Appliance Manual 3409-S00/3401-S00/3403-S00...
Figure 27. Removing a PSU from the chassis 2. Pull the PSU out using the provided handle. (The PSU wiring is designed to detach automatically when the PSU is pulled from the chassis). 3. Replace the failed PSU with another PSU. 4.
Handle used batteries carefully. Do not damage the battery in any way; a damaged battery can release hazardous materials into the environment. Do not discard a used battery in the garbage or a public landfill. Refer to the IBM Systems Environmental Notices for battery disposal guidelines. Battery installation To install an onboard battery, follow these steps: 1.
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