Supported Rack Configurations
Ciprico supports four certified configurations of FibreSTORE RAID components in a Ciprico rack. The product numbers for these rack configurations are:
•AAMK36A
•AAMK36A2
•AAMK36A3
•AAMK36A4
In the following pages, each rack configuration is described for a
Configuration for One RAID System (AAMK36A)
Figure 3 shows a front view of a fully-loaded rack with:
•Filler panels. These should be located as shown in the figure to guarantee air flow for cooling.
•FibreSTORE RAID controller enclosure. This should be located in the top position.
•Disk enclosures. These should be installed directly below the FibreSTORE RAID controller enclosure. Any empty slots should be located near the bottom of the rack.
•The Cache Retention Unit (CRU) is always located at the bottom of the rack.
Filler Panel
FibreSTORE RAID
Disk Enclosure 0
Disk Enclosure 1
Disk Enclosure 2
Disk Enclosure 3
Disk Enclosure 4
Disk Enclosure 5
Disk Enclosure 6
Filler Panel
Panel covering CRU 2545.vsd
Figure 3. AAMK36A Rack Configuration
6FibreSTORE RAID System: Rack Installation Guide