Dell FS7500 Manual

EqualLogic FS7500

Installation and Setup

PS Series Firmware Version 5.1 and 5.2

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January 2012

Part Number: K24VX-A00

Table of Contents
Preface  iii
1  Before You Begin  1
Introduction to the EqualLogic FS7500  1
Steps for Getting Started  3
Preliminary Tasks  3
Installation Safety Recommendations  3
Hardware Protection  4
Environmental Requirements  5
FS7500 Controller Technical Specifications  6
FS7500 Backup Power Supply Technical Specifications  6
Shipping Box Contents  7
FS7500 Controller  Front and Back Panels  8
FS7500 BPS Front and Back Panels  9
Required Hardware That Is Not Supplied  10
Rack Requirements  11
Switch Requirements  12
Required Tools  12
2  Hardware Rack Mounting  13
Guidelines for Installing Mounting Rails in a Rack  13
Steps for Installing an FS7500 Backup Power Supply into a Rack  14
Attaching the BPS Rails to the Rack  15
Removing the Power Modules from the BPS Chassis  16
Installing the Empty BPS Chassis Into a Rack  17
Connecting the Battery in a BPS Power Module  18
Inserting Each Power Module into the BPS Chassis  22
Attaching the BPS Bezel  22
Steps for Installing an FS7500 Controller in a Rack  23
Positioning the ControllerRails  24
Attaching the Controller Rails to the Rack  24
Installing the Controllers Into the Rack  25
Securing the Controllers to the Rack  25
Attaching the Controller Bezel  26
3  Power Connections  29
Steps for Connecting a BPS to Power  29
Connecting a BPS Power Module to a Power Source  29
Removing the BPS Bezel  31
Turning On Power to a BPS Power Module  32
Attaching the BPS Bezel  33
Steps for Connecting a Controller to a BPS and Power  33
Removing the Controller Bezel  35
Turning On Power to a Controller  36
Attaching the Controller Bezel  36
Powering Down the Controller  36
4  Network Cable Connections  37
Network Configuration Overview  37
Controller Network Interface Ports  37
Network Connection Requirements and Recommendations  38
Steps for Connecting Network Cables  39
Connecting SAN and Internal Network Cables  41
Connecting the Client Network Cables  41
Managing the Controller Cables  41
Steps for Managing Cables in a Standard Installation  41
Routing the Power Cables Through the Strain Relief Straps  42
Bundling the Signal and Power Cables  43
Securing the Signal and Power Cable Bundles to the Rails  43
Steps for Managing Cables Using a Service Loop  45
Routing the Power Cables Through the Strain Relief Straps  45
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Extending the Controller into Service Position  46
Bundling the Signal and Power Cables  46
5  NAS Service Configuration  49
Steps for Configuring a NAS Service  49
Gathering the NAS Service Configuration Information  49
Using the LCD Screen to Display Service Tag Information  50
NAS Service Network Requirements and Recommendations  51
NAS Configuration Reference Table  52
Security and Permissions  53
Transferring Share Ownership  54
Discovering Controllers and Configuring a NAS Service  54
6  NAS Storage Allocation  61
Steps for Allocating NAS Storage  61
Gathering the NAS File System Information  61
Creating a NAS File System  62
Accessing a CIFS Share  65
Accessing an NFS Export  66
7  What to Do Next  67
NAS Service Documentation  67
NAS Service Post-Setup Tasks  67
NAS File System Post-Setup Tasks  68
Appendix 1: Custom Racking Instructions  71
Reconfiguring the BPS Rails for a Tooled Rack (Special Configuration)  71
Cable Management for Controllers Installed on Static Rails  72
Removing the Brackets From the Controller Rails  73
Glossary  75
Index  1
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Preface

A PS Series group provides iSCSI-accessible block storage. With the latest version of the

PS Series firmware and the addition of an EqualLogic FS7500, the same PS Series group can provide block

storage and support for NAS (Network Attached Storage).

The EqualLogic FS7500 includes:

• Two FS7500 Controller units with pre-installed file serving software

• One FS7500 Backup Power Supply System (BPS) unit

This manual describes how to install EqualLogic FS7500 hardware and configure a NAS service.

Note: An EqualLogic FS7500 requires a PS Series group running the PS Series Firmware Version 5.1 or 5.2.

Audience

This manual is designed for the administrators responsible for installing EqualLogic FS7500 hardware.

Administrators are not required to have extensive network or storage system experience. However, it may be

useful to understand:

• Basic networking concepts

• Current network environment

• User disk storage requirements

• RAID configurations

• Disk storage management

Note: Although this manual provides examples of using an EqualLogic FS7500 in some common network

configurations, detailed information about setting up a network is beyond its scope.

Organization

This manual is organized as follows:

• Chapter 1, Before You Begin, describes the preliminary tasks you must perform before beginning the

installation.

• Chapter 2, Hardware Rack Mounting, describes how to install the BPS and controller hardware in a rack.

• Chapter 3, Power Connections, describes how to connect the BPS and controllers to power.

• Chapter 4, Network Cable Connections, describes how to connect the controllers to the networks.

• Chapter 5, NAS Service Configuration, describes how to discover controllers and set up a NAS service.

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• Chapter 6, NAS Storage Allocation, describes how to create NAS file systems and set up and manage NFS

exports and CIFS shares.

• Chapter 7, What to Do Next, describes common NAS service tasks and where to find more information.

• Appendix 1, Custom Racking Instructions, contains information about installing the EqualLogic FS7500

hardware into a tooled rack.

• The Glossary describes terminology related to the EqualLogic FS7500 and a NAS service.

Technical Support and Customer Service

Dell's support service is available to answer your questions about PS Series SAN arrays. If you have an Express

Service Code, have it ready when you call. The code helps Dell's automated-support telephone system direct

your call more efficiently.

Contacting Dell

Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and service options. Availability varies by country and

product, and some services might not be available in your area.

For customers in the United States, call 800-945-3355.

Note: If you do not have access to an Internet connection, contact information is printed on your invoice,

packing slip, bill, or Dell product catalog.

Use the following procedure to contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer service issues:

1. Visit support.dell.com or the Dell support URL specified in information provided with the Dell product.

2. Select your locale. Use the locale menu or click on the link that specifies your country or region.

3. Select the required service. Click the “Contact Us” link, or select the Dell support service from the list of

services provided.

4. Choose your preferred method of contacting Dell support, such as e-mail or telephone.

Online Services

You can learn about Dell products and services using the following procedure:

• Visit www.dell.com (or the URL specified in any Dell product information).

• Use the locale menu or click on the link that specifies your country or region

Warranty Information

The EqualLogic FS7500 warranty is included in the shipping box. For information about registering a warranty,

visit support.dell.com/EqualLogic.

1 Before You Begin

Proper planning and adherence to requirements help ensure a successful installation. Before you begin the

installation, review the steps for getting started and perform all the preliminary tasks.

Introduction to the EqualLogic FS7500

A PS Series group provides iSCSI-accessible block storage. With the latest version of the PS Series firmware

and the addition of an EqualLogic FS7500, the same PS Series group can provide block storage and support for

NAS (Network Attached Storage).

A NAS service can support multiple, scalable NAS file systems. On each file system, you can create multiple

CIFS shares and NFS exports. Clients with the correct credentials can then access the shares and exports

through the NAS service IP address.

The NAS service network configuration requires three networks: client, SAN, and internal.

For security reasons, the internal network is usually a private network, and the client network is separate from

the SAN and internal network. See Network Configuration Overview on page 37.

Figure 1 shows the NAS service hardware configuration.

Figure 1: NAS Hardware Configuration

Table 1: NAS Service Components

Callout Description

1 Clients

2 Client connections to the client network

3 Client network

4 Controller connections to the client network

5 Internal connections (between controllers)

6 EqualLogic FS7500

7 BPS

8 Controller connections to the SAN network

9 SAN network

10 PS Series group connections to the SAN network

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Steps for Getting Started

To install the EqualLogic FS7500 hardware and create a NAS service, follow these steps:

1. Make sure you meet the safety, environmental, and other requirements and have all the necessary hardware.

See Preliminary Tasks on page 3.

2. Install the FS7500 Backup Power Supply (BPS) and both FS7500 Controllers in the same rack. See Chapter

2, Hardware Rack Mounting.

3. Connect the BPS and controllers to power. See Chapter 3, Power Connections.

4. Connect the controllers to the networks. See Chapter 4, Network Cable Connections.

5. Use the Group Manager GUI to discover the controllers and configure a NAS service. See Chapter 5, NAS

Service Configuration.

6. Create a NAS file system and optionally create a CIFS share or NFS export. See Chapter 6, NAS Storage

Allocation.

After getting started, see Chapter 7, What to Do Next.

Preliminary Tasks

Perform the following tasks before beginning the installation.

• Read the installation safety precautions. See Installation Safety Recommendations on page 3.

• Learn how to protect sensitive hardware. See Hardware Protection on page 4.

• Make sure the installation meets the environmental requirements. See Environmental Requirements on page

• Unpack the shipping box according to the instructions on the setup poster, and make sure the shipping box

contents are complete. See Shipping Box Contents on page 7.

• Gather the hardware needed for the installation but not provided in the shipping box. See Required Hardware

That Is Not Supplied on page 10.

• Make sure the rack meets the rack requirements. See Rack Requirements on page 11.

• Gather the tools needed for the installation, if any. See Required Tools on page 12.

Installation Safety Recommendations

Follow these safety recommendations:

• Before you install the EqualLogic FS7500 hardware, read and follow the safety instructions packaged with

your system.

• Only individuals with rack mounting experience should install EqualLogic FS7500 hardware in a rack.

• Use care when moving and opening the cartons. Leave the components packaged until you are ready to

install them.

• Place the components in a protected area that has adequate airflow and is free of humidity, flammable gas,

and corrosion.

• You need at least two people to install the hardware. Use proper lifting and carrying techniques when

unpacking and moving the components.

• Make sure each FS7500 Controller is fully grounded at all times to prevent damage from electrostatic

discharge.

• When handling an FS7500 Controller, use the electrostatic wrist guard shipped with the controller or a

similar form of protection. See Hardware Protection on page 4.

• Hold the hardware level with the rack when you install it.

Warning: The BPS contains LETHAL VOLTAGES. All repairs and service should be performed by

AUTHORIZED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY. There are no customer replaceable parts inside

the BPS.

• Unpacking the BPS in a low-temperature environment might cause condensation to occur in and on the

chassis. This could cause electric shock. Do not install the chassis and power modules until both the inside

and outside of the chassis are dry.

• Always connect the BPS battery packs to the chassis before connecting the input power cables.

• Both the 120V (LV) and the 230V (HV) power modules have IEC 320 C13 output receptacles. Make sure to

use power cables rated for the correct input power source rating. The rating is on a label next to the input

connector on the power module rear panel.

Hardware Protection

When not installed in a rack, an FS7500 Controller must be in its original packaging or placed on a sturdy

surface that is protected from electrostatic discharge.

When handling an FS7500 Controller, make sure you use the electrostatic wrist strap that is shipped with the

controller or a similar form of protection.

Using an Electrostatic Wrist Strap

You must protect sensitive hardware from electrostatic discharge.

To use an electrostatic wrist strap:

1. Connect the steel snap on the coil cord to the stud on the elastic band. See Figure 2.

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