If you want to remotely configure the array (from a PC client); increase array capacity online; or monitor statistics on disk and controller activity, you must install the Global Array Manager (GAM) option provided with your RAID subsystem. The GAM option includes diskettes and user documentation. Use of GAM is documented in the Global Array Manager 2 Server Installation Guide. Increasing array capacity is covered in the MORE User Guide. This user guide covers enhancements to both the Global Array manager and RAID Configuration Utility utilities software that implement online RAID expansion (MORE) technology.

Configuring System Jumpers and Switches

This section describes the jumpers and switches used on the I/O riser board, CPU base board, and system I/O board.

Before You Begin

Only a qualified technical person should perform the procedures in this section.

Note: Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage the system boards. Modify the boards only at an ESD workstation. Otherwise, wear an antistatic wrist strap attached to chassis ground.

The system jumpers enable you to set specific operating parameters for your system. A jumper is a small plastic-encased conductor (shorting plug) that slips over two jumper pins.

Configuring I/O Riser Board Function Select Switches

The following describes how to configure and set the I/O riser board function select switches for specific operating parameters. The function select DIP switches configure the use of the front panel reset switch and the use of an optional uninterruptible power supply (UPS) unit.

!CAUTION

Before doing the procedures in this section, make sure that your system is powered off. Unplug all AC power cords from the back of the chassis. Failure to disconnect power before setting switches and moving jumpers can result in personal injury and equipment damage.

Figure 3-1 shows the DIP switches. The switches consist of a block of four switches, accessible on the I/O panel located on the I/O riser board at the rear of the chassis.

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NEC HX4500 Configuring System Jumpers and Switches, Before You Begin, Configuring I/O Riser Board Function Select Switches