Page 3 - Contents; iii
Contents Safety information . . . . . . . . . . iii Products that are not assessed . . . . . . . . . x Chapter 1. General information . . . . . 1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Chapter 2. Product overview . . . . . . 5 Product package ....
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German Ordinance for Work gloss statement . . . 78 Export classification notice . . . . . . . . . . 78 Electronic emission notices. . . . . . . . . . 78 Federal Communications Commission (FCC)Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Eurasian compliance mark . . . . . . . . . . 80 Index. . . . . . ...
Page 5 - Safety information; documentation DVD that comes with the product.; 제품을 사용하기 전에 제품과 함께 제공되는 문서 DVD의 다국어 안전 지침을 주의 깊게 읽어보십시오.
Safety information Note: Before using the product, be sure to read and understand the multilingual safety instructions on the documentation DVD that comes with the product. Antes de usar o produto, leia e entenda as instruções de segurança multilíngues no DVD de documentaçãoque o acompanha. Преди да...
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Przed skorzystaniem z produktu należy zapoznać się z wielojęzycznymi instrukcjami bezpieczeństwaznajdującymi się na płycie DVD z dokumentacją dostarczoną wraz z produktem. Antes de utilizar o produto, leia atentamente as instruções de segurança multilingues que constam noDVD de documentação fornecid...
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Statement 16 CAUTION:To reduce the risk of electric shock or energy hazards: • This equipment must be installed by trained service personnel in a restricted-access location, as defined by your local electrical code and the latest edition of IEC 60950. • Connect the equipment to a reliably earthed sa...
Page 12 - Products that are not assessed; Typical products that are; not assessed; include but not limited to the following:
Statement 20 CAUTION:A lithium ion battery is provided. To avoid possible explosion, do not burn the battery. Replace thebattery only with the Lenovo-approved part. Recycle or discard the battery as instructed by localregulations. Products that are not assessed Typical products that are not assessed...
Page 13 - Chapter 1. General information; Introduction
Chapter 1. General information This chapter provides some general information about your product. This chapter contains the following items: • “Introduction” on page 1 • “Documentation” on page 2 Introduction This user guide for your Lenovo ® ThinkServer ® product contains information about the prod...
Page 14 - Documentation; Printed document; Read Me First; Documentation DVD; Windows
Record information about your product in the following table. You will need the information if you ever needto have your product serviced. For where to find the product information label on the chassis, see “Machine type, model, and serial numberlabel” on page 8. Product name _______________________...
Page 17 - Chapter 2. Product overview; This chapter contains the following items:
Chapter 2. Product overview This chapter provides information about the product package, features, specifications, software programs,and component locations. This chapter contains the following items: • “Product package” on page 6 • “Features” on page 6 • “Locations” on page 8 © Copyright Lenovo 201...
Page 18 - Product package; Features
Product package The product package includes the storage array, rail kit, power cords, cables, ear caps, printeddocumentation, and a documentation DVD. Note: Depending on the model, your storage array might look slightly different from the following illustration. Figure 1. Product package 1 Material...
Page 19 - Your storage array comes with two fan assemblies.; Internal drives; acronym for Small Computer System Interface); Connecting modes
Power supply Your storage array comes with one or two 550-watt hot-swap power supplies. System fans Your storage array comes with two fan assemblies. Internal drives Internal drives are devices that your storage array uses to read and store data. Your storage array supportsthe following types of int...
Page 20 - Specifications; Locations
Specifications This topic lists the physical specifications for your storage array. Dimensions Width without rack handles: 447.2 mm (17.6 inches) Width with rack handles: 482.6 mm (19 inches) Depth without rack handles: 385.85 mm (15.19 inches) Depth with rack handles: 394.05 mm (15.51 inches) Heigh...
Page 22 - Front view of the storage array; Rear view of the storage array
Front view of the storage array The following illustration shows the front view of the storage array. Note: Depending on the model, your storage array might look slightly different from the following illustration. Figure 3. Front view of the storage array 1 Ear cap (left) 2 3.5-inch drive bay (bay 0...
Page 23 - Power supply; status of the power supply.
Note: Depending on the model, your storage array might look slightly different from the following illustration in this topic. Figure 4. Rear view of the storage array 1 Power supply 1 2 Fan assembly 1 3 2.5-inch drive bay (bay 12) 4 2.5-inch drive bay (bay 13) 5 Rear I/O module 1 6 Rear I/O module 2...
Page 24 - Fan assembly; status of the fan assembly.; Storage array components
2 9 Fan assembly The fan assemblies prevent your storage array from overheating problems. The fan-assembly-status LED A as shown in the following illustration helps you determine the current status of the fan assembly. Figure 6. Fan-assembly-status LED Status Color Description On Amber The fan assem...
Page 26 - CRU identification; Non-CRUs must be replaced only by trained service technicians.
CRU identification Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) are parts that can be upgraded or replaced by the customer. If a CRU isdetermined to be defective during the warranty period, a replacement CRU will be provided to the customer.Customers are responsible for installing the self-service CRUs for thi...
Page 27 - LEDs on the front panel; The power-status LED helps you determine the current power status.
LEDs on the front panel The following illustration shows the LEDs on the front panel of the storage array. Note: Depending on the model, your storage array might look slightly different from the following illustration. Figure 8. LEDs on the front panel 1 Power-status LED 2 System identification (ID)...
Page 28 - LEDs and connectors on the rear I/O module
2 System ID LED The system ID LED is lit to help you locate the storage array among other storage arrays. Status Color Description Blinking Green The storage array is identified. Off None The system ID LED is not in use or the storage arrayis not identified. 3 Temperature-status LED The temperature-...
Page 29 - server that the storage array is connected to for confirmation.; Rear I/O module status LED; Each drive has two status LEDs on the front.
1 SAS-connector-status LEDs Status Color Description On Green The SAS connector is in use, but no data is being transferred. Blinking Green The SAS connector is active and data is being transferred. On Amber The SAS connector has potential errors. Off None The SAS connector is not in use or is worki...
Page 30 - Backplane
Figure 11. Status LEDs on 2.5-inch drives Drive-status LED 1 Color Description On Green The drive is present but not in use. Blinking Green The drive is active and data is being transferred. Off None No drive is installed or present. Drive-status LED 2 Color Description On Amber The drive has failed...
Page 31 - Connecting the storage arrays; To connect a storage array to a server, do the following:
5 Slot 4 for a 3.5-inch drive 6 Slot 5 for a 3.5-inch drive 7 Slot 6 for a 3.5-inch drive 8 Slot 7 for a 3.5-inch drive 9 Slot 8 for a 3.5-inch drive 10 Slot 9 for a 3.5-inch drive 11 Slot 10 for a 3.5-inch drive 12 Slot 11 for a 3.5-inch drive The following illustration shows the slots and connecto...
Page 32 - Connecting two to eight storage arrays to a server; Connect the storage arrays to each other.
Figure 14. Connecting a storage array to a server Connecting two to eight storage arrays to a server You can connect two to eight storage arrays to a server through cascading mode. The procedure forconnecting more than one storage arrays to a server can be divided into two parts: 1. Connect a storag...
Page 37 - Chapter 3. Turning on and turning off the storage array; Turning on the storage array; To turn on the storage array, do the following:; Turning off the storage array; To turn off the storage array, do the following:
Chapter 3. Turning on and turning off the storage array This chapter provides information about turning on and turning off the storage array. Turning on the storage array Notes: • To use a storage array, ensure that you always turn on the storage array first, and then the server. • There is no power...
Page 39 - Chapter 4. Configuring RAID; About RAID
Chapter 4. Configuring RAID This topic provides information about RAID and the utility programs that are available for you to configureRAID. Note: After the storage array is identified by the server that it is connected to, refer to the documentation that comes with the RAID card or HBA installed in...
Page 40 - Configuring the advanced SATA/SAS hardware RAID; MegaRAID SAS Software User Guide
• RAID 5 : block-level striping with distributed parity RAID 5 uses disk striping and parity data across all drives (distributed parity) to provide high datathroughput, especially for small random access. RAID 5 distributes parity along with the data and requiresall drives but one to be present to o...
Page 41 - Chapter 5. Updating the firmware; Using the RS-232 console; lenovo
Chapter 5. Updating the firmware This chapter provides instructions on how to update the firmware of the storage array. You can update the firmware through one of the following methods: • Using the out-of-band RS232 console • Using the ThinkServer Storage Array Utility program Note: It is recommende...
Page 42 - Send; When the transfer progress is completed, enter; Using the ThinkServer Storage Array Utility program; Storage Array Utility.
13. Browse to the *_istr_*.bin file, and then click Send . The file transfer starts. 14. When the transfer progress is completed, enter 5 . The firmware update operation is completed. Note: If your storage array has two rear I/O modules installed, the two modules must have the same firmware version....
Page 43 - observe the following precautions:; Handling static-sensitive devices
Chapter 6. Installing, removing, or replacing hardware This chapter provides instructions on how to install, remove, or replace hardware for your storage array. For a list of ThinkServer options, go to:http://www.lenovo.com/thinkserver Guidelines This topic provides some guidelines that you should r...
Page 44 - System reliability guidelines; the other bay is covered by a shield.
Notes: • Use product-specific ESD procedures when they exceed the requirements noted in this topic. • Ensure that the ESD protective devices you use have been certified (ISO 9000) as fully effective. When you handle storage array parts and components, take these precautions to avoid static-electrici...
Page 45 - Working with the storage array with the power on; • Do not allow your necktie or scarf to hang inside the storage array.; Installing, removing, or replacing hardware
• If your storage array has air ducts or air baffles, do not remove them while the storage array is running. Operating the storage array without the air ducts or air baffles might cause overheating problems. Working with the storage array with the power on Attention: Static electricity that is relea...
Page 48 - of the storage array. Then, take the new drive out of the package.
Figure 20. Removing the 3.5-inch drive or dummy drive tray Figure 21. Removing the 2.5-inch drive or dummy drive tray 3. Touch the static-protective package that contains the new drive to any unpainted surface on the outside of the storage array. Then, take the new drive out of the package. 36 Think...
Page 49 - Do not touch the circuit board on the drive.; • If you are installing a drive, go to the next step.; position and then completely close the handle.
Note: Do not touch the circuit board on the drive. 4. Do one of the following: • If you are replacing a drive, remove the four screws to remove the failing drive from the drive tray. Figure 22. Removing the drive from the drive tray • If you are installing a drive, go to the next step. 5. Align the ...
Page 51 - the drive and need a dummy drive tray to cover the drive bay.; Installing or replacing a power supply
• If you are installing a drive, save the removed dummy drive tray in the event that you later remove the drive and need a dummy drive tray to cover the drive bay. • If you are replacing a drive and are instructed to return the old drive, follow all packaging instructions and use any packaging mater...
Page 54 - Replacing the fan assembly; the instructions in this topic.
4. Connect the power cord to the power cord connector on the new power supply. Then, check the status LED on the front panel. See “LEDs on the front panel” on page 15. 5. If you are instructed to return the failing power supply, follow all packaging instructions and use any packaging materials that ...
Page 55 - Then, tighten the screws; packaging materials that are supplied to you for shipping.
Figure 29. Removing a fan assembly 4. Touch the static-protective package that contains the new fan assembly to any unpainted surface on the outside of the storage array. Then, remove the new fan assembly from the package. 5. Note the orientation of the new fan assembly and slide it into the chassis...
Page 56 - Installing or replacing the rear I/O module
Installing or replacing the rear I/O module Attention: Do not open your storage array or attempt any repair before reading and understanding “Safety information” on page iii and “Guidelines” on page 31. This topic provides instructions on how to install or replace an I/O module. To install or replac...
Page 57 - To install or replace a drive cage, do the following:
4. Note the orientation of the new I/O module and slide it into the chassis until it snaps into position. Then, tighten the screws as shown to secure the I/O module to the chassis. Figure 32. Installing an I/O module 5. Connect the cables to the new I/O module. Then, check the status LED on the I/O ...
Page 58 - b. Remove the screw that secures the metal shield to the chassis.; c. Pull the tab upward, and then pull the shield out of the chassis.
a. Locate the bay for the drive cage in the rear of your storage array. Then, remove the fan assembly that is installed near the bay. See “Replacing the fan assembly” on page 42. b. Remove the screw that secures the metal shield to the chassis. Figure 33. Removing the screw c. Pull the tab upward, a...
Page 59 - • If you are replacing a drive cage, do the following:; install the screws
• If you are replacing a drive cage, do the following: a. Remove the 2.5-inch drives from the failing drive cage. Then, remove the fan assembly that is installed near the drive cage. See “Installing or replacing a hot-swap drive” on page 33 and“Replacing the fan assembly” on page 42. b. Remove the s...
Page 60 - Replacing the backplane
5. Install the 2.5-inch drives and the fan assembly. See “Installing or replacing a hot-swap drive” on page 33 and “Replacing the fan assembly” on page 42. 6. If you are instructed to return the old drive cage, follow all packaging instructions and use any packaging materials that are supplied to yo...
Page 62 - Carefully handle the backplane by its edges.
5. Remove the screws that secure the backplane to the chassis. Then, lift the failing backplane off the chassis. Note: Use a screw driver with a long handle to remove the screws 1 from the bottom of the chassis. Figure 38. Removing the backplane 6. Touch the static-protective package that contains t...
Page 63 - or replacing hardware” on page 31.
7. Position the new backplane so that the screw holes in the new backplane are aligned with the corresponding holes in the chassis. Then, install the screws to secure the new backplane to the chassis. Note: Use a screw driver with a long handle to install the screws 1 to the bottom of the chassis. F...
Page 64 - ones on the chassis. Then, install the screws to secure the cover.; Installing the storage array into the rack cabinet; practices when lifting.
9. Slide the cover to the front of the chassis so that the holes in the cover align with the corresponding ones on the chassis. Then, install the screws to secure the cover. Figure 40. Reinstalling the cover Installing the storage array into the rack cabinet Notes: • The depth of the rack cabinet mu...
Page 65 - side rails to the mounting flanges of the rack cabinet.
CAUTION:Use safe practices when lifting. To install the storage array into the rack cabinet, do the following: 1. Position the two side rails so that they are parallel with each other. Then, install the screws to secure the side rails to the mounting flanges of the rack cabinet. Figure 41. Installin...
Page 67 - Install the ear caps to the storage array.; Removing the storage array from the rack cabinet; To remove the storage array from the rack cabinet, do the following:
3. Install the ear caps to the storage array. Figure 43. Installing the two ear caps to the storage array Removing the storage array from the rack cabinet The weight of the storage array is rated above 16 kg (35.27 lb). Refer to the following statement for safepractices when lifting. ≥ 18 kg (39.7 l...
Page 68 - Remove the ear caps from the storage array.
1. Remove the ear caps from the storage array. Figure 44. Removing the ear caps from the storage array 56 ThinkServer Storage SA120 User Guide and Hardware Maintenance Manual
Page 71 - Chapter 7. Troubleshooting and diagnostics; Troubleshooting procedure; overheating problems.; Using a diagnostic program; To use MegaRAID Storage Manager, do the following:; Using the command line interface; • Has an available DB9 serial connector.
Chapter 7. Troubleshooting and diagnostics This chapter provides information about basic troubleshooting and diagnostic methods to help you solveproblems that might occur in the storage array. If you cannot diagnose and correct a problem by using the information in this chapter, see Chapter 8“Gettin...
Page 72 - Basic troubleshooting
Note: The following steps are based on the scenario that SecureCRT is started. If you are using a different serial-connector configuration program, the procedure is similar. 3. On the menu bar, click File ➙ Quick Connect . The Quick Connect window is displayed. 4. Configure the DB9 serial connector ...
Page 75 - User Guide and Hardware Maintenance Manual; ThinkServer Web site
Chapter 8. Getting information, help, and service This chapter contains information about help, service, and technical assistance for products manufacturedby Lenovo and where to go for additional information about Lenovo and Lenovo products. Information resources You can use the information in this ...
Page 76 - Problem determination
• Product and parts details • User guides and manuals • Knowledge base and frequently asked questions Help and service This topic contains information about obtaining help and service. Before you call Before you call, do the following to try to solve the problem by yourself: • Check all cables to en...
Page 77 - Using other services; Warranty; the instructions on the screen.; Purchasing additional services
For warranty service, consult the worldwide Lenovo Support telephone list. Telephone numbers are subjectto change without notice. The most up-to-date telephone list for Lenovo Support is always available on theWeb site at http://www.lenovo.com/support/phone. If the telephone number for your country ...
Page 79 - Chapter 9. Lenovo Limited Warranty; Part 1 - General Terms
Chapter 9. Lenovo Limited Warranty L505-0010-02 08/2011 This Lenovo Limited Warranty consists of the following parts: Part 1 - General Terms Part 2 - Country-specific Terms Part 3 - Warranty Service Information The terms of Part 2 replace or modify terms of Part 1 as specified for a particular count...
Page 80 - to provide warranty service.; What Your Service Provider Will Do to Correct Problems
• backup or secure all programs and data contained in the product;• provide the Service Provider with all system keys or passwords;• provide the Service Provider with sufficient, free, and safe access to your facilities to perform service;• remove all data, including confidential information, propri...
Page 81 - integrate into the Lenovo product at your request; Limitation of Liability
This warranty does not cover the following:• uninterrupted or error-free operation of a product;• loss of, or damage to, your data by a product;• any software programs, whether provided with the product or installed subsequently;• failure or damage resulting from misuse, abuse, accident, modificatio...
Page 82 - What this Warranty Covers:; The following replaces the same section in Part 1:; Replacement Products and Parts:; The following is added to the same section in Part 1:; Use of Personal Contact Information:; The following replaces the same section in Part 1:; Limitation of Liability:
“Lenovo” means Lenovo (Australia & New Zealand) Pty Limited ABN 70 112 394 411. Address: Level10, North Tower, 1-5 Railway Street, Chatswood, NSW, 2067. Telephone: +61 2 8003 8200. Email:[email protected] The following replaces the same section in Part 1: What this Warranty Covers: Lenovo warran...
Page 83 - New Zealand; Use of Personal Information:; The following is added to Part 1:; Dispute Resolution; , disputes arising out of or
OF LIABILITY: 1) THIRD PARTY CLAIMS AGAINST YOU FOR DAMAGES; 2) LOSS, DAMAGE ORDISCLOSURE OF YOUR DATA; 3) SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, PUNITIVE, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIALDAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOST PROFITS, BUSINESS REVENUE, GOODWILL ORANTICIPATED SAVINGS. IN NO CASE SHALL THE TOTAL LIABILIT...
Page 84 - Russia; Product Service Life; Part 3 - Warranty Service Information; Services; , and then follow the instructions on the screen.; Types of Warranty Service
The following is added to Part 1: Customers in the EEA may contact Lenovo at the following address: EMEA Service Organisation, Lenovo(International) B.V., Floor 2, Einsteinova 21, 851 01, Bratislava, Slovakia. Service under this warranty forLenovo hardware products purchased in EEA countries may be ...
Page 85 - Suplemento de Garantía para México
3. Courier or Depot Service Under Courier or Depot Service, your product will be repaired or exchanged at a designated service center,with shipping at the expense of the Service Provider. You are responsible for disconnecting the product andpacking it in a shipping container provided to you to retur...
Page 86 - Marca Lenovo
cercano. Por favor, llame al Centro de servicio autorizado más cercano para obtener las aprobacionesnecesarias o la información relacionada con el envío del producto y la dirección de envío. Esta garantía ampara todas las piezas de hardware del producto e incluye mano de obra. El procedimiento para ...
Page 89 - Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) cable and cord notice; Wash hands after handling; Important WEEE information
Table 1. Limits for particulates and gases Contaminant Limits Particulate • The room air must be continuously filtered with 40% atmospheric dust spot efficiency (MERV 9) according to ASHRAE Standard 52.2 1 . • Air that enters a data center must be filtered to 99.97% efficiency or greater, using high...
Page 91 - Industry Canada Class A emission compliance statement; This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.; United Kingdom telecommunications safety requirement; Notice to Customers; German Class A compliance statement
Industry Canada Class A emission compliance statement This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. United Kingdom telecommunications safety requirement Notice to Customers This apparatus is approved u...
Page 92 - Eurasian compliance mark
Zulassungsbescheinigung laut dem Deutschen Gesetz über die elektromagnetische Verträglichkeitvon Betriebsmitteln, EMVG vom 20. Juli 2007 (früher Gesetz über die elektromagnetischeVerträglichkeit von Geräten), bzw. der EMV EG Richtlinie 2004/108/EC (früher 89/336/EWG), fürGeräte der Klasse A. Dieses ...
Page 93 - Index
Index 2.5-inch drive bays 12 2.5-inch drive cage installing 45 replacing 45 3.5-inch drive bays 10 A about RAID 27 advanced SATA/SAS hardware RAID configuring 28 B backplane locations 18 replacing 48 C command line interface 59 configuring RAID advanced SATA/SAS hardware RAID 28 connecting server, s...