JMR electronic Computer Accessories PUB 00281 User Manual
4 G15 & G15+ RAID Systems  
15-bay Rackmount and Tower Enclosures  
Force  
Installation Guide  
May 31, 2002  
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Table of  
Contents  
Table of Contents  
1. Introduction  
FORTRA Product Family Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1  
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Rackmount Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2  
Tower Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3  
Fibre Channel Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3  
Loop Expansion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3  
Loop Bypass and Clock Timing Circuit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3  
SFP CONNECTOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3  
Dual Loops (A & B) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3  
ID Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-4  
SES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-4  
2. Hardware Specification  
Environmental Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1  
Electrical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1  
Agency Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1  
Packaging Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1  
Disclaimer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2  
Thermal Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2  
Rotation Vibration Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2  
Fault Indication Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2  
Fault Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2  
Audible Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2  
SYS-FLT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3  
3. Device Installation  
SCA Connection and Hot-Swapping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1  
Canister Removal/Insertion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1  
Drive Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-2  
4. Fibre Channel JBOD Setup  
Slot Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1  
Setting ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2  
1G Option Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3  
ID Conflict . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3  
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Option Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-4  
Delayed Start Option Jumper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-4  
Remote Start Option Jumper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-4  
Front Status LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-4  
External I/O Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5  
CH-A and CH-B (Top) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5  
CH-A and CH-B (Bottom) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5  
System/SES Fault LED & Audible Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5  
Mute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-6  
SYS Activity LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-6  
Loop Expansion (daisy chaining) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-6  
SES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-6  
5. Blower Operation  
Blower Removal/Insertion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-1  
Blower Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-2  
6. Power Supply Operation  
Power Supply Removal/Insertion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-1  
Low Power Mode (Standby Power) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-2  
Power Supply Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-2  
7. FR15 Cabinet Installation  
Rail Mounting Kit Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-2  
Spare Hardware Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-2  
Rail Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-2  
8. SES Operation  
9. Installing the Intel PCI RAID Controller  
Installing the PCI Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-1  
Configuring RAID Sets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-1  
10. Product Support  
US Corporate Headquarters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-1  
Manual Changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-1  
Appendix A. Drive and Controller Manufacturers  
Drive Manufacturers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-1  
RAID Controller Manufacturers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-1  
Host Bus Adapter Manufacturers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-2  
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1. Introduction  
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The FORTRA  
G15 & G15+ RAID Systems are prepackaged 2G Fibre  
to 2G Fibre RAID solutions designed to be used with the included Intel PCI Dual  
2G Fibre Channel host controller to provide a high-end RAID system solution.  
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The following is a summary of the FORTRA  
G15 & G15+ RAID  
Systems features:  
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G15 RAID Systems Tower enclosure supports  
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The FORTRA  
up to fifteen 3.5" LP SCA 40-pin SCA drives. This 2G Fibre Channel  
enclosure has dual ports (A & B) and has additional connections on each  
port for loop expansion. The G15 RAID System comes with the Intel PCI  
Dual 2G Fibre Channel RAID Controller.  
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The FORTRA  
G15 & G15+ RAID System Rackmount  
enclosures are 19" wide, 3U (5-1/4") high rackmount enclosures that  
supports up to fifteen 3.5" LP SCA 40-pin SCA drives. All other features  
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are the same as the FORTRA  
G15 RAID System Tower.  
FORTRA Product Family Features  
FORTRA and StorBladeTM are families of high-end RAID Systems  
enclosures. The following table shows the features of the FORTRA and  
StorBladeTM products:  
4-bay1,3 6-bay*1,3 8-bay1 10-bay*1,2  
15-bay*1,3  
2-bay  
12-bay  
StorBlade  
Number of Device Bays  
2
1
4
1
6
1 or 2  
1 or 2  
2
8
10  
2
12  
2
15  
2
4
Number of Blowers  
2
2
Number of Power Supplies  
Number of I/O Channels (SCSI Only)  
SCSI SE/LVD Supported  
Fibre Channel Supported  
Hot-Swap Canisters  
1
1
2
2
2
2
1 or 2  
1
1
2
2
2
2
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
Removable Power Supplies  
Removable Blowers  
Fibre only  
Fibre Only  
Fibre only  
P
P
P
N+1 Power Supplies  
P
N+1 Blowers  
P
MIA Support (FC Only)  
P
P
P
P
Loop Expansion Support (FC Only)  
Daisy Chainable (SCSI Only)  
Built-in Termination (SCSI Only)  
Auto Termination (SCSI Only)  
SAF-TE/SES Ready (Optional)  
SAF-TE/SES Compatible  
SCSI to SCSI RAID Support  
Fibre to SCSI RAID Support  
Fibre to Fibre RAID Support  
Fibre to ATA RAID Support  
SCSI to ATA RAID Support  
(D)esktop/(T)ower/(R)ackmount  
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
Fibre only  
Fibre only  
P
P
P
P
P
P
R
D
D
DTR  
T
TR  
TR  
R
* 6/10/15-bay unit features apply to both Tower and Rackmount models  
1 Features are based on a standard configuration with no internal host controller(s) installed  
2 Fibre channel 10/15-bay enclosures have built-in SES  
3 Fibre Channel 2Gb Model available. 2Gb models use SFP transceivers.  
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FORTRA  
products use advanced mid-plane technology developed by  
JMR, which allows power supplies, drives, and all other enclosure components to  
interface into a single board. This provides superior performance and easy  
connectivity.  
The host interface supports a SFP (Small Formfactor Plug) Fibre Channel  
transceiver at 2Gb/s.  
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All FORTRA  
G15 & G15+ RAID Systems Fibre enclosures have built-  
in SES on the personality card that allows control and monitoring of some  
enclosure components using SES commands through the host.  
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The FORTRA  
G15 RAID System contains the following components:  
One - Fortra 15-bay Rackmount or Tower Enclosure  
One - Intel 2G PCI Fibre RAID Controller  
Fifteen - Seagate 73G HDDs  
Two - 2G Copper Fibre Cables (HSSDC to HSSDC2)  
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The FORTRA  
G15+ RAID System contains the following components:  
Two - Fortra 15-bay Rackmount Enclosures  
One - Intel 2G PCI Fibre RAID Controller  
Thirty - Seagate 36G or 73G HDDs  
Two - 2G Copper Fibre Cables (HSSDC to HSSDC2)  
Rackmount Specifications  
Dimensions/Weight  
Unit Weight  
Height  
Width  
40 lbs. (18.2kg)  
5-1/4" (3U) (133mm)  
19" (483mm)  
Depth  
23" (584mm)  
Power Supply (Each power supply includes internal cooling fan)  
Quantity:  
Power:  
Input:  
2
430 Watts each (N+1) Power Factor Correction  
100-260 VAC; 50-60Hz  
+5V @ 35A  
Output:  
+12V @ 30A  
Blower  
Quantity:  
Size:  
Air Flow:  
Noise:  
4 (2 per cannister)  
97mm (3.82") each  
25.42CFM (0.72m3/min) each  
52dB(A)  
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Tower Specifications  
Dimensions/Weight  
Unit Weight  
Height  
Width  
43 lbs. (19.5kg)  
20-1/2" (521mm)  
9-5/8" (235mm)  
24" (610mm)  
Depth  
Power Supply (Each power supply includes internal cooling fan)  
Quantity:  
Power:  
Input:  
2
430 Watts each (N+1) Power Factor Correction  
100-260 VAC; 50-60Hz  
+5V @ 35A  
Output:  
+12V @ 30A  
Blower  
Quantity:  
Size:  
Air Flow:  
Noise:  
4 (2 per cannister)  
97mm (3.82") each  
25.42CFM (0.72m3/min) each  
52dB(A)  
Fibre Channel Features  
Loop Expansion  
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G15 and G15+ 2Gb/s Fibre Channel enclosures include a  
loop expansion I/O connector on each port. This allows the connection to other  
Fibre Channel enclosures, switches, servers, hubs, and other Fibre devices.  
Loop Bypass and Clock Timing Circuit  
Each port (A & B) includes a loop bypass circuit that monitors each slot for a loop  
connection. It has two modes of operation: NORMAL and BYPASS. In  
NORMAL mode, the device is connected to the loop. In BYPASS mode, the  
device is either absent or non-functional and data bypasses to the next available  
device until the correct device is located.  
The unit also has a built-in clock recovery circuit that adjusts the timing for any  
input or output that is going through the enclosure.  
SFP CONNECTOR  
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The FORTRA  
G15 and G15+ 2Gb/s Fibre Channel enclosures use  
Small Formfactor Plugs (SFP) as the Fibre I/O ports.  
Dual Loops (A & B)  
A single loop is required for unit operation however both loops can be used to  
connect to different hosts, dual host adapters, and other devices, for flexible and  
even redundant configurations. For specific connection and installation  
information, refer to Chapter 4.  
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ID Selection  
0-127 device ID addresses are addressable and can be easily set-up via ID rotary  
switches located on the personality modules. For specific connection and  
installation information, refer to Chapter 4.  
SES  
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in SES processor on the personality card. See Chapter 8 for SES information.  
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2. Hardware Specification  
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This chapter covers specification information for all FORTRA  
G15  
Tower and G15+ Rackmount or Tower enclosures.  
Environmental Specifications  
Operating Temperature: 5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F)  
Storage Temperature:  
0°C to 65°C (32°F to 149°F)  
The maximum recommended ambient temperature depends on the  
recommendation of the manufacturer for the devices being installed.  
Electrical Specifications  
AC Inlet Type: IEC320/EN60320  
Power Cord: NEMA5-15P  
Power Supply: Auto-switching for 110/220V operation  
Agency Compliance  
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FORTRA  
G15 and G15+ enclosures have been designed and built to  
comply with the FCC Class A, UL, CSA/TUV, CE, and C-Tick standards. For  
more information on FCC Class A compliances, see page 2.  
Packaging Specifications  
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G15 and G15+ packaging has been designed to be reusable  
and recyclable. Drives may be installed and shipped in the canisters as long as  
the canisters are not installed in the enclosure. Shipping the unit with canisters  
and/or power supplies installed in the enclosure may cause damage to the  
enclosure or to the drives and will void the warranty.  
Packaging complies with ISTA (International Safe Transit Association) standards  
and has been ISTA certified.  
Each canister is pre-packaged in an anti-static bag. Do not throw the packaging  
away if the product is intended for re-shipping. When transporting or shipping a  
JMR approved shipping container must be used.  
SAFETY TIP: Reshipping the enclosure with canisters, drives, or power  
supplies installed in the enclosure may cause damage to these  
components and will void the warranty  
SICHERHEITSHINWEIS: Der Versand des Gehäuses mit eingebauten  
Einschüben, Platten und Netzteilen kann zur Beschädigung dieser  
Komponenten führen und somit den Garantieanspruch gefährden.  
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Disclaimer  
The original product packaging has been tested and is safe under normal shipping  
circumstances. Reshipping the product without using the original product  
packaging will void the warranty. Do not ship the unit with canisters and/or  
power supplies installed in the enclosure as this will void the warranty and could  
cause damage to the unit and drives. The canisters should be packaged separately  
within the product packaging, as provided.  
Thermal Specifications  
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FORTRA  
G15 and G15+ enclosures have been designed to meet the  
air-flow/cooling requirements for popular 7,200, 10,000, and 15,000 RPM disk  
drives. Using high performance blowers, air is pulled in from all open vents and  
exhausted out the back of the unit.  
Rotation Vibration Specifications  
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G15 and G15+ enclosures have been designed to meet the  
rotation vibration/shock requirements for popular 7,200, 10,000, and 15,000 RPM  
disk drives.  
Fault Indication Features  
This section reviews the indicators that will notify the user of a power supply or  
blower that is in a fault state. More information is available in Chapter 5  
(blowers) and Chapter 6 (power supply).  
SAFETY TIP: Reshipping the enclosure with canisters, drives, or power  
supplies installed in the enclosure may cause damage to these  
components and will void the warranty  
SICHERHEITSHINWEIS: Der Versand des Gehäuses mit eingebauten  
Einschüben, Platten und Netzteilen kann zur Beschädigung dieser  
Komponenten führen und somit den Garantieanspruch gefährden.  
Fault Indicators  
On a blower fault, all the front status LEDs will blink 'Red'. The blower LED on  
the back of the unit will light red and an audible alert will sound.  
On a power supply fault, all the front status LEDs will also blink 'Red'. The  
power supply fault LED will light and an audible alert will sound. The audible  
alert can be turned off through SES.  
Audible Alert  
There are three audible enclosure alerts that are controlled through the SES  
processor:  
Two beeps indicate a temperature issue.  
Three beeps indicate a blower failure;  
Five beeps indicate a power supply failure;  
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SYS-FLT  
The SYS-FLT LED on the back of the unit indicates an error on the SES bus. It  
also indicates whether an active loop connection is established. If no loop  
connections are established, the LED will light 'Red'.  
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3. Device Installation  
This chapter covers Fibre Channel device installation for both the FORTRA  
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SCA Connection and Hot-Swapping  
The unit uses SCA-2, 40-pin connectors which provide a safe means of  
connection/disconnection when hot-swapping devices. In order to hot-swap  
devices, the host adapter or RAID controller and host operating software must  
support the feature. Any SCA drive is capable of plugging directly into the  
backplane of the unit and should not require any additional cabling or  
connections.  
Canister Removal/Insertion  
1. The photo to the right shows the canister in a  
locked position.  
2. Pull the handle out to unlock the canister from the  
FORTRA unit. Ensure that the thumb is placed  
below the line. Pressing the thumb against the  
Status LED lens could break it. Notice that the  
locking tab slides down as the handle is pulled  
out.  
SAFETY TIP: After disengaging a device from the enclosure, allow 10 seconds  
before pulling the canister out of the unit. This allows the device to  
properly spin/shut down before transport.  
SICHERHEITSHINWEIS: Nachdem ein Einschub vom Gehäuse wie in "Step  
3" gezeigt gelöst wurde, warten Sie bitte ca. 10 Sekunden bevor der  
Einschub ganz heraus gezogen wird Dies ermöglicht den Auslauf der  
Festplatte bis zum vollständigen Stillstand der rotierenden Scheiben für  
einen sicheren Transport.  
3. Pull the canister straight out to remove. Ensure  
that any installed devices are spun down before  
full removal to prevent damage to the drive.  
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Follow the steps in reverse to reinstall.  
Drive Installation  
Device Mounting Holes (4)  
Status Indicators  
Handle  
Device mounting screws are included with the unit for device mounting. The  
JMR part number for the #6-32" mounting screws is HDS-01906.  
WARNING: Before device installation, alleviate any electro-static discharge by  
touching a grounded metal assembly. Static can be potentially damaging  
to enclosure components.  
WARNUNG: Berühren Sie vor der Festplatteninstallation geerdete  
Metallgegenstände, um elektro statische Aufladung abzuleiten. Statische  
Aufladung kann elektronische Gehäusekomponenten schwer beschädigen.  
WARNING: The #6-32 mounting screws that are provided have been specially  
designed to fit the canisters. Do not install the device using any other  
screws than the ones provided.  
WARNUNG: Die mitgelieferten Befestigungsschrauben #6-32 wurden speziell  
für die Einschübe angefertigt und zur Befestigung der Festplatte sollten  
Sie keinesfalls andere als diese verwenden.  
1. After removing the canister, place it on a static free surface along with the  
device to be installed.  
2. Place the device in the canister and mount it using the provided screws  
(use 4 screws to mount the drive).  
3. Replace the canister into the unit by following the steps for Removal of a  
Device Canister but in reverse order.  
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4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 until all devices are installed, then move onto  
step 5 to complete unit setup and installation.  
5. Configure ID and other options as required. See Chapter 4 for Fibre  
Channel device setup.  
6. Install and configure SES and other optional features. See Chapter 8.  
7. For rackmount units, refer to Chapter 7 to install the enclosure into a  
cabinet.  
8. Establish host connection. See Chapter 4 for Fibre Channel host  
connection.  
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This chapter covers Fibre Channel device configuration and option settings. The  
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Force  
FORTRA  
G15 and G15+ have built-in SES on the personality card.  
Refer to Chapter 8 for SES operation. Please take note of the installation  
warnings below before beginning setup.  
WARNING: Take care when connecting the unit to an AC power source to  
ensure that it is plugged-in to a circuit of the appropriate rating (110v or  
220v). For safe operation, the circuit should have over-current protection  
to prevent damage to the unit in the event of circuit overloading.  
WARNUNG: Vergewissern Sie sich, daß die Netzspannung (220V / 110V)  
korrekt eingestellt ist, bevor Sie das Gerät mit dem Stromnetz verbinden.  
Zur Sicherheit sollte das Netz über einen Überspannungsschutz zur  
Vermeidung von Schäden im Falle einer Überlast verfügen.  
WARNING: When connecting the unit to an AC outlet or power strip, ensure  
that the outlet has the proper connection for grounding. The AC power  
cables included with the unit have three prongs, one of which is used for  
the ground connection. Do not use a two prong AC cable with the unit  
since this will not allow for proper unit grounding and could cause  
problems with normal unit operation.  
WARNUNG: Bei der Verbindung der Unit mit einer Steckdose oder einer  
Verteilerdose sollten sie auf eine korrekte Erdung derselben achten. Die  
mitgelieferten Kaltgeräteanschlußkabel habe 3 Kontakte, von denen  
einer zur Erdung verwendet wird. Verwenden Sie kein Stromkabel mit 2  
Anschlüssen, da dieses keine korrekte Erdung ermöglicht und Probleme  
während des regulären Betriebs verursachen kann.  
Slot Settings  
The pictures to the right show the slot  
numbering sequence and the default ID  
settings. Default ID settings are based on both  
ID rotary switches set to a value of 0.  
Slot 0, ID 0  
Slot 1, ID 1  
Slot 2, ID 2  
Slot 3, ID 3  
Slot 4, ID 4  
Slot 5, ID 5  
Slot 6, ID 6  
Slot 7, ID 7  
Slot 8, ID 8  
Slot 9, ID 9  
Slot 10, ID 10  
Slot 11, ID 11  
Slot 12, ID 12  
Slot 13, ID 13  
Slot 14, ID 14  
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Setting ID  
Rotary switch settings only affect Slot 0 and all other slots are sequentially  
increased by a value of one after that slot.  
The ID is set  
0-15 ID Switch  
(base modifier)  
0-7 ID Switch  
sequentially starting  
from a base address.  
The base address, or  
starting address, is  
(base address)  
set via  
position  
a
0-7  
rotary  
switch located on  
the back of the unit.  
There is a second 0-  
15 position rotary  
switch which can be  
changed to modify  
the base address  
setting. Both the top  
and  
bottom  
switches must be  
set identically.  
The default value  
for both switches is  
0.  
0-15 ID Switch  
(base modifier)  
0-7 ID Switch  
(base address)  
The 0-7 switch is used to set the base address which is multiplied by 16, and the  
0-15 switch is used to set the offset modifier to the base address. The formula for  
setting the ID is: x(16)+y, where x is the 0-7 switch and y is the 0-15 switch.  
Example: The 0-7 switch is set to 2, the 0-15 switch is set to 6. This sets the base  
address to 38 (2*16=32, +6=38). So Slot 0 ID = 38, Slot 1 ID = 39, Slot 2 ID =  
40, Slot 3 ID = 41, etc… up to Slot 14 ID = 52.  
The table below provides the Slot 0 Starting (Base) Address Settings.  
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0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
0
1
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
29  
30  
31  
32  
33  
34  
35  
36  
37  
38  
39  
40  
41  
42  
43  
44  
45  
46  
47  
48  
49  
50  
51  
52  
53  
54  
55  
56  
57  
58  
59  
60  
61  
62  
63  
64  
65  
66  
67  
68  
69  
70  
71  
72  
73  
74  
75  
76  
77  
78  
79  
80  
81  
82  
83  
84  
85  
86  
87  
88  
89  
90  
91  
92  
93  
94  
95  
96  
112  
113  
114  
115  
116  
117  
118  
119  
120  
121  
122  
123  
124  
125  
126  
127  
1
97  
2
2
98  
3
3
99  
4
4
100  
101  
102  
103  
104  
105  
106  
107  
108  
109  
110  
111  
5
5
6
6
7
7
8
8
9
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
1G Option Setting  
By setting the rotary switch settings to “7” - “F”, the enclosure will operate in 1G  
mode. Both the upper set of switches and lower set of switches must be set to the  
same value. The drive ID’s will revert to the default value of 0-14 and can not be  
changed. Therefore, if daisy chaining to another enclosure, care must be taken  
not to use the same drive ID’s on the same loop.  
ID Conflict  
When two devices share the same ID, a conflict occurs. This should not happen  
unless two or more enclosures are daisy chained together. If devices in one  
enclosure conflict with devices in another enclosure, the devices will re-arbitrate  
ID and resolve the conflict.  
Option Settings  
Two option settings are located on the mid-plane board. To access the jumpers,  
the cover must be removed and the personality boards removed. The diagram  
below shows the location of the option settings on the mid-plane board.  
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WARNING: Before opening the cover, disconnect the AC power cord from  
both AC inlets to prevent injury.  
WARNUNG: Vor dem Entfernen der Abdeckung sind beide 220V Netzkabel  
(Kaltgeräteanschlußkabel) zu entfernen, um Verletzungen zu vermeiden.  
W1*  
Delayed Start  
& Remote Start  
* Located on the mid-plane  
board.  
Delayed Start Option Jumper  
Header W1 pins 1 & 2.  
Jumper on = enabled.  
Jumper off = disabled (default).  
Remote Start Option Jumper  
Header W1 pins 3 & 4.  
Jumper on = enabled.  
Jumper off = disabled (default).  
Front Status LEDs  
A status indicator is located on each canister. A 'Blue' light indicates normal drive  
activity. A 'Red' light indicates a device fault. If all canisters display a 'Red' light  
that is blinking on and off it indicates that there is a system fault. A system fault  
is either a power supply or blower failure. Check the back of the unit to determine  
which fault has occurred. Refer to Chapter 5 for blower fault indicator location  
and to Chapter 6 for power supply fault indicator location.  
Status  
A blue light on a single canister  
Indicators  
indicates device activity or busy.  
A red light on a single canister  
indicates a device fault.  
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External I/O Connection  
The external I/O connections are located on the personality card There are four  
SFP tranceiver connectors accessible from the rear of the unit.  
0-7 ID 0-15 ID  
Switch Switch  
CH-A  
CH-B  
SES-ACT  
Mute  
SYS-  
FAULT  
SYS-  
FAULT  
Mute  
SES-ACT  
CH-A  
CH-B  
0-15 ID  
Switch  
0-7 ID  
Switch  
CH-A and CH-B (Top)  
Input and output connections for Loop 1. These are SFP (2Gb/s) transceiver  
connectors used to connect to a host system or to an expansion chassis.  
CH-A and CH-B (Bottom)  
Input and output connections for Loop 2. These are SFP (2Gb/s) transceiver  
connectors used to connect to a host system or to an expansion chassis.  
System/SES Fault LED & Audible Alert  
This red LED will light along with a buzzer if a system fault occurs. A system  
fault includes over temperature, power fault, or blower fault. The buzzer will  
sound off with a sequence of beeps to indicate the fault that has occurred.  
2 beeps = Temperature Fault  
3 beeps = Blower Fault  
5 beeps = Power Supply Fault  
The light will stay on red if a fault occurs. During normal operation, the red light  
will blink to notify that internal SES monitoring is working.  
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Mute  
This is a push button used to silence the Audible Alarm.  
SYS Activity LED  
This is an LED for SES that will blink whenever there is activity between a host  
SES unit and the JMR SES processor  
Loop Expansion (daisy chaining)  
To connect two JMR enclosures together on the same bus, the OUT port of the  
first enclosure is connected to the IN port of the second enclosure.  
SES  
A built-in SES processor provides in-band bus management for the unit. Refer to  
Chapter 8 for information about the SES processor.  
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5. Blower Operation  
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This chapter covers all operations of the blowers for FORTRA  
G15 and  
G15+ units. Refer to Chapter 1 for blower specifications. The blowers are hot  
swappable and can be removed or installed while the enclosure continues to  
function, however, failure to replace a non-working blower within a reasonable  
period of time may expose drives to extreme heat, which could cause loss of data.  
WARNING: Blowers are a system critical component. Non-operating blowers  
should be replaced as soon as possible to avoid data loss or device failure.  
WARNUNG: Gebläse sind für die Funktion wichtige Komponenten. Nicht  
funktionierende Gebläse sollten so schnell wie möglich ersetzt werden,  
um Datenverluste oder Fehlfunktionen zu vermeiden.  
Fault LED  
The blowers are located on the back of the  
unit and each has its own fault LED that will  
light if the blower is non-operational.  
Blower Removal/Insertion  
The blower is designed to be easily installed and removed.  
1. Unfasten the blower thumbscrew by  
turning counterclockwise. A Philips  
head screwdriver can be used if the  
thumbscrew is too tight to turn by hand.  
2. Remove the blower sled by pulling out  
on the handle and grasping the side of  
the blower tray. Wait for the blower to  
stop completely before removing it  
from the unit.  
Reverse the steps to reinstall the blower.  
WARNING: To prevent injury when removing or installing the blower, do not  
grab the bottom of the tray which is used for blower access intake. The  
blower operates at high speeds and continues to spin for a short time  
after power is disconnected.  
WARNUNG: Um Verletzungen während der Entfernung oder Installation des  
Gebläses zu vermeiden, berühren Sie nicht dessen Unterseite, da hier  
der Lufteintritt erfolgt. Das Gebläse arbeitet mit hohen  
Geschwindigkeiten und läuft nach Abschalten der Versorgungsspannung  
noch einige Zeit nach.  
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WARNING: Avoid direct contact with the blower intake access hole while the  
blower is running. The blower operates at high speeds and can cause  
injury.  
User’s removing or installing a blower must be awarre of the  
blower access hole. Contact with the access hole must be  
avoided while the blower is running to prevent injury.  
Blower Replacement  
If the blower has stopped running or the fault LED indicator is lit, the blower may  
need to be replaced. Before replacing, the connection should be checked to ensure  
that the connector is firmly seated and that there is nothing blocking the blower  
blades that could cause interference.  
If a blower is believed to be in a nonfunctional state, please contact the place of  
purchase for repair or replacement.  
The JMR part number for a replacement blower is shown below. The assembly  
includes the tray along with the blower.  
Model  
JMR Part Number  
15-bay  
SBA-05207  
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6. Power Supply Operation  
This chapter covers all operations of the power supplies. For operation, the AC  
cord (included) must be connected to the AC Inlet on each supply, and the power  
supply must be switched ON. The 'OK LED' will light to indicate the power  
supply is functioning properly. If the power supply experiences a problem and  
cannot operate within its normal specifications, the Fault LED will light and the  
power supply will shut itself off.  
The power supplies also have their own fan included to maintain proper cooling  
within each supply and also provide some additional, but minimal airflow through  
the rest of the enclosure.  
Thumbscrew  
Handle  
On/Off Switch  
Fault LED  
AC Inlet  
OK LED  
Power Supply Removal/Insertion  
Follow the following steps to either remove a power supply in a 10/15-bay unit.  
1. Unfasten the power supply thumbscrew by  
turning counterclockwise. A Philips head  
screwdriver may be used if the thumbscrew is  
too tight to turn by hand.  
2. Remove by pulling out on the handle.  
Reverse the steps to reinstall the power supply.  
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Low Power Mode (Standby Power)  
When both power supplies are turned off, the unit will switch to low power or  
standby mode and the power supply fans will continue to run. The unit blowers  
will remain operational if a single power supply is turned off, not installed, or fails,  
in order to maintain the proper low temperature within the unit. To stop the power  
supply fans and turn the unit off completely, it must be disconnected from the AC  
power source.  
Power Supply Replacement  
If the Power Supply Fault LED indicator is lit, the power supply may need to be  
replaced. Before replacing, the power supply should be turned off, removed from  
the enclosure, and reinstalled. The AC cable connection should be checked to  
ensure that the connector is firmly seated and the power supply should be firmly  
inserted with the thumbscrew tightly securing it. If the Fault LED indicator is still  
coming on, then the power supply should be replaced.  
If the fan in the power supply is not functioning but the power supply still works,  
the power supply unit should be replaced as soon as possible. Leaving the power  
supply running without the fan could cause the power supply to overheat and  
shutdown at any time.  
If you believe a power supply is in a nonfunctional state, please contact the place  
of purchase for repair or replacement.  
JMR part number for a replacement power supply is shown below. The assembly  
includes the power supply installed in the canister.  
Model  
JMR Part Number  
15-bay PSS-00721  
SAFETY TIP: Both power supplies should be installed into the unit at all times  
to maintain proper cooling and airflow within the enclosure. In the event  
of a power supply failure, the faulty supply should be left in the enclosure  
until a replacement power supply is available.  
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7. FR15 Cabinet Installation  
This chapter covers the installation of the Rackmount enclosure into a standard  
19" (483mm) wide and 30" (762mm) to 36" (914mm) deep cabinet that meets the  
EMA/RETMA standards.  
Before beginning rail installation, please take note of the following precautions:  
NOTE: When installing the unit into a cabinet or closed environment, the  
operating ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater  
than the maximum recommended ambient temperature. Consideration  
must be taken to meet the maximum recommended ambient temperature  
(Tmra) for the best unit operation.  
HINWEIS: Wenn das Gerät in einen Gehäuseschrank oder eine sonstige  
geschlossene Umgebung verbaut wird, kann die Umgebungstemperatur  
über die maximal zulässige Betriebstemperatur ansteigen. Maßnahmen  
bzgl. der maximalen, empfohlenen Betriebstemperatur (Tmra) müssen  
getroffen werden, um eine bestmögliche Funktion des Gerätes zu  
gewährleisten.  
WARNING: Ensure that the front and back of the unit are not blocked when  
installing the unit into a cabinet or closed area. Blocking the front or  
back of the unit can cause reduced air- flow that will compromise the  
safe operating environment within the unit.  
WARNUNG: Vergewissern Sie sich, daß das Gerät an Vorder- und Rückseite  
nicht abgedeckt ist, wenn das Gerät in einem Gehäuseschrank oder  
einer geschlossenen Umgebung verbaut wird. Abdeckung der Vorder-  
und Rückseite kann verminderte Kühlung zur Folge haben und somit  
sichere Betriebsbedingungen negativ beeinflussen.  
WARNING: When loading the unit into a cabinet, ensure that a hazardous  
condition is not achieved due to uneven mechanical loading. To prevent  
injury, remove the power supplies and drives before loading, and re-  
install them after the unit has been secured in the cabinet.  
WARNUNG: Vermeiden Sie während des Einbaus des Gerätes in einen  
Gehäuseschrank jegliche gefährliche Aktionen, selbst wenn diese nur  
mechanischer Art sind. Um Verletzungen zu vermeiden, entfernen Sie  
die Netzteile und Laufwerke vor der Montage und installieren Sie diese  
erst erneut, wenn das Gerät im Gehäuseschrank gesichert  
ist.Vergewissern Sie sich, daß das Gerät an Vorder- und Rückseite nicht  
abgedeckt ist.  
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Rail Mounting Kit Hardware  
•
•
Ten #10-32 Screws  
Four each #8-32 Screws/Washers/Nuts  
Spare Hardware Parts  
Check with a JMR Sales Representative for pricing and availability of spare  
hardware parts.  
Description  
#10-32 Screw  
#8-32 Screw  
#8-32 Nut  
JMR Part Number  
HDS-01580  
HDS-00350  
HDN-00040  
#8-32 Washer  
HDW-00080  
Rail Installation  
A completed rail assembly without the unit uinstalled would look like this:  
Two #8-32 screw  
Two #10-32  
assemblies  
screws  
Two #10-  
32 screws  
Cabinet/Unit  
Front  
1. Affix the extension brackets to the main rail using the #8-32  
screw/washer/nut assemblies. Adjust to the correct length for the cabinet  
depth being used.  
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Extension Bracket  
2. Affix the extension bracket to  
the rear of the unit using two  
#10-32 screws. There are 3  
holes in the extension bracket  
for mounting. Depending on the  
hole pattern that is being used in  
the cabinet, two holes should  
always be available for securing  
the extension bracket.  
3. The fronts of the rails  
have three holes. Two of  
the holes (top and  
bottom) are used to  
secure the rail to the  
cabinet. The middle  
hole is used to secure the  
enclosure to the rail and  
cabinet. Secure the front  
of each rail to the cabinet  
vertical rails using two  
#10-32 screws for each  
rail.  
Two #10-32  
screws to secure  
rail to cabinet.  
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4. Slide the unit into the cabinet and secure it to the cabinet with a single  
#10-32 screw on each side.  
5. Snap the end cap over the screw on each side of the unit to finish the  
installation.  
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Force  
For bus management, the FORTRA  
G15 and G15+ 2G Fibre channel  
enclosures have a built-in SES processor designed to meet the SFF-8067  
specification.  
In order to communicate with the SES processor, at least one device must be  
present in the enclosure.  
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9 . I n s t a l l i n g t h e I n t e l  
P C I R A I D C o n t r o l l e r  
This chapter covers the installation of the Intel PCI RAID Controller that is  
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shipped with the FORTRA Force G15 and G15+ RAID Systems. The model  
number of the PCI RAID Controller is ICP Vortex number GDT8522RZ (ICP  
Vortex is a wholly owned subsidiary of Intel Corporation)  
Installing the PCI Controller  
To install the PCI Controller, perform the following steps:  
1) Switch off the PCI computer and disconnect all cables. Ensure that  
the power cord is removed first.  
2) Following the instructions in the computer manual, open the case of  
the PCI computer, so that you have easy access to the PCI expansion  
slots.  
3) Select a free 64 Bit PCI bus-master slot or 32 Bit PCI bus-master slot  
and remove the metal bracket, following the instructions in your PCI  
computer manual. It is essential that the ICP Controller is plugged  
into a bus-master slot (it will NOT work in a slave or non-busmaster  
slot).  
4) Push the ICP Controller firmly into the correct PCI bus-master slot.  
Make sure that the controller fits tightly into it, and that the external  
connectors stick out of the computer case. Now, fix the ICP Controller  
by tightening the screw of its bracket.  
5) Reconnect the PCI computer systems covers, cables and lastly the  
power cord.  
6) Before powering up the PCI computer system, connect the Fibre  
Channel cable/cables to the G4 sub-system. The cable to be used  
should have a HSSDC connector at one end and a HSSDC2 connector  
at the other end.  
7) The PCI computer system is now ready to be powered up.  
Configuring RAID Sets  
To configure the RAID sets, refer to the ICP Vortex User Manual located on the  
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CD shipped with the FORTRA Force G15 and G15+ RAID Systems.  
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10. Product Support  
For current information on this product, including updates to the manual and  
technical support related issues, please contact the sales support section of our  
web page at www.jmr.com, or you can contact our Technical Support division  
directly at the address below.  
US Corporate Headquarters  
JMR Electronics, Inc.  
ATTN: Technical Support Division  
20400 Plummer St.  
Chatsworth, CA 91311  
Customer Support: (818) 739-1140  
E-mail: [email protected]  
Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., Pacific Standard Time  
Internet: http://www.jmr.com  
Manual Changes  
Revision A - Initial Release  
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Appendix A. DRIVE AND CONTROLLER  
MANUFACTURERS  
Drive Manufacturers  
Fujitsu  
Internet Address: www.fcpa.com  
Hitachi  
Internet Address: www.hitachi.com  
IBM (International Business Machines Corporation)  
Internet Address: www.ibm.com  
Maxtor  
Internet Address: www.maxtor.com  
Seagate Technology  
Internet Address: www.seagate.com  
RAID Controller Manufacturers  
Adaptec, Inc.  
Internet Address: www.adaptec.com  
Chaparral Network Storage  
Internet Address: www.chaparralnet.com  
Digi-Data Corporation  
Internet Address: www.digidata.com  
Infortrend Corporation  
Internet Address: www.infortrend.com  
Intel ICP VORTEX (Intelligent Computer Peripherals)  
Internet Address: www.icp-vortex.com  
Mylex Corporation  
Internet Address: www.mylex.com  
Silicon Image, CMD Storage Systems  
Internet Address: www.cmd.com  
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Host Bus Adapter Manufacturers  
Adaptec, Inc.  
Internet Address: www.adaptec.com  
Antares Microsystems  
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Emulex Corporation  
Internet Address: www.emulex.com  
JNI Corporation  
Internet Address: www.jni.com  
QLogic Corp.  
Internet Address: www.qlogic.com  
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