Spectra Logic NTIER700 manual BlueScale2.8.0.1, Enhancements and Changes, Resolved Issues

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Firmware Package History

BlueScale2.8.0.1

This release implements hardware changes to the nTier700. It also updates the Windows operating system with the patches that were available as of June 14, 2010 (with the exception of Internet Explorer 8) and the drivers for the internal cards.

Enhancements and Changes

The Spectra nTier700 Backup and Archive Appliance User Guide incorrectly states that Ethernet ports 2 through 4 have a fixed IP addresses as the default. The default IP address for all four Ethernet ports is set to DHCP. Refer to Spectra nTier700 Backup and Archive Appliance User Guide for information about using a blade operator panel to determine the DHCP- assigned address for Ethernet port 1 and if necessary configure a fixed IP address.

BlueScale 2.7.2.5

This release improves the operation of the nTier700.

Enhancements

ƒThe nTier700 now supports using 2 TB data drives; the 500 GB drives are no longer available for purchase.

ƒThe operating speed of the fans in the chassis is now regulated by the temperature inside the chassis. Depending on the temperature, the fans can operate at lower speeds, reducing power consumption and the overall noise from the system.

Resolved Issues

The operator panel Drive Status tab now indicates when a drive in the blade is in a failed state.

June 2010

Spectra nTier700 Backup and Archive Appliance

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Contents Spectra nTier700 Copyright Trademarks June Spectra Logic Sales United States and Canada Europe Contacting Spectra LogicContents Updates to the User Guide NTier700 Related PublicationsSpectra nTier File Migrator Microsoft Windows Operating System and SoftwareRegister Your NEW NTIER700 Typographical Conventions User FeedbackRelease Notes 90990019 Firmware Package Information Firmware Package SupportFirmware Version Requirements Updating FirmwareFirmware Package History BlueScale2.8.0.1 Resolved IssuesBlueScale Enhancements and ChangesProblem Workaround Known IssuesAccessories Remote Desktop to display ConnectBackup and Archive Appliance User Guide for BlueScale2.6.0.7 Known IssueBlueScale2.6.0.6 Start Settings Network ConnectionsDescribed in the nTier File Migrator User Guide Following error, which corresponds to the Remote Accessories Command Prompt Keyboard. For example, after entering the folder Release Notes 90990019 IP Addressing Supported BrowsersWindows Operating System Obtain the Updated Device DriverUpdating Tape Drive Device Drivers Select If your organization For this device Uninstall Install the Updated Device DriverRun the following command If you are using Remove Current Drivers or DevicesWorking with the Hardware Components Recycling Your NTIER700 Moving or Shipping the NTIER700Overview FeaturesInstalling the NTIER700 Install in a Restricted Access LocationConnect the Power Cords Unlock the Blades Install the Data Drives in the BladesIdentifying the drive numbers and latches in a blade Install the Data DrivesDrives for a single blade Release the drive sled latch Connectors on the rear panel N+1 power configuration shown Connect the Cables and Power OnGigE Fibre ChannelScsi bus ConnectedNext Steps ƒ Read -Configuring the nTier700 on page 40Configuring the NTIER700 Access the BlueScale Web InterfaceHttps//nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn When using Internet Explorer or Firefox Add Security Exception dialog box, select Get Certificate Release Notes 90990009 Overview Access the Windows DesktopWindows Desktop message Connect and LogWindows Storage Server login Windows Storage Server Remote Desktop Log Off and Return to BlueScaleInstall Additional Application Software Install Antivirus SoftwareMake the Installation Files Accessible to Windows Share the Drive Share a CD or DVD Drive on a Remote ComputerMap the Shared CD or DVD Drive to a Drive Letter Install the Software Using the NTIER700 Using the Blade Operator PanelDisplaying the Status of Components Maintaining the NTIER700 Moving or Shipping the nTier700Check the Current Firmware Version Current BlueScale version on the About menu Determine Whether an Update is AvailableThen Download the Updated FirmwareUpdate the Firmware Select Start Update Cancel Choose Continue InstallUpdating Tape Drive Device Drivers Restart the nTier700 Installnonexclusive.exe Before Contacting Spectra Logic Technical Support Appendix A-SERVICE and SupportOpening a Support Ticket Appendix B Specifications RAID Storage SpecificationsParameter Specification ReturnsVolt AC power cord are as follows Power CordsAppendix D-TUNING Gigabit Ethernet Network Performance Enable Jumbo Frames for 10 GigE Network Interface CardsChange the MTU Setting for the NIC Card Local Area Connection Properties Decimal Enable Window ScalingTeaming NICs Static Link Team Type DescriptionAggregation SLA