SentinelRAID 170 Installation and Hardware Reference Manual

connects to a PC hyper-terminal that is used to configure the controller and the subsystem in which it is embedded. The LAN port enables the controller to connect to the web- based RAIDWatch™ management program that enables you to manage your controller from anywhere in the world. Two power supply unit (PSU) connectors ensure the controller can be connected to dual-redundant power supplies.

An LCD panel is conveniently attached to the front of the controller box and can also be used for controller configuration and troubleshooting. The LCD panel has three navigation buttons and three status-indicating LEDs.

1.1.2 Enclosure

The SR controller enclosure is divided into a front and rear section.

1.1.2.1 Controller Box

The controller box contains both the controller board and the separately purchased, independently installed DIMM modules. Two optional items, the daughter board and the battery backup unit (BBU) module, are also installed in the controller box. To access the controller board it is necessary to remove the top cover of the controller box. The top cover is secured to the controller box with four retention screws, two on each side.

WARNING:

Although the controller board can be accessed by removing the enclosure top cover, it should always be remembered that the controller board is a very sensitive component and can be easily damaged. When accessing the controller board it is imperative that all safety precautions stipulated in Chapter 2 are strictly adhered to.

1.1.2.2 Front Side

The LCD panel located on the front panel is used to configure and manage the controller and storage devices to which it is attached. It is connected to the controller board with a ribbon cable.

1.1.2.3 Rear Side

The rear side of the SR controller chassis provides access to the SCSI-320 connectors, power cord sockets, RS-232C serial port, I2C connector and battery connector.

1.1.2.4 Mounting Holes

The controller can be installed into an industrial standard 5.25-inch half-height canister. To secure the controller within an enclosure chassis, screws must be inserted through the enclosure’s mounting rails, into the four mounting holes on the sides of the controller.

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Infortrend 170 manual Enclosure, Controller Box, Front Side, Rear Side, Mounting Holes