Dell PowerVault MD3860f Storage ArraysOwner's ManualRegulatory Model: E08J SeriesRegulatory Type: E08J001
Item Indicator Icon Description8 Drive activity indicatorNOTE: The associated physical disk is indicated by a number (0 to 11) that is displayed above
Cooling Fan Module LED Indicator CodesFigure 5. Cooling Fan Module IndicatorsItem Indicator Icon Description1 Power indicator The power indicator ligh
Power Supply Module Features And Indicators NOTE: Your storage array is shipped with two IEC C19 to C20 jumper cords. Connect the C19 plug to the arra
Item Indicator or Connector Icon DescriptionOff Indicates that you cannot remove the power supply module from the system.6 Service action required ind
Item Indicator Icon Description1 Service action allowed indicatorCAUTION: Remove the physical disk from the system only if the service action allowed
2Controller ModulesRAID Controller ModulesRAID controller modules provide high-performance, advanced virtual disk configuration, and fault-tolerant di
Item Indicator, Button, or ConnectorIcon Description3 12 Gbps SAS IN port (2) Provides host-to-controller SAS connection.4 USB port Reserved port.5 Mi
SFP+ Transceivers Fibre Optic And SAS CablesNOTE: Your small form-factor pluggable (SFP+) transceivers and cables may look different from the ones sho
Figure 10. SAS Cable1. mini SAS connector 2. SAS cable3. mini SAS HD connectorExpansion Controller ModulesUse the expansion controller modules to expa
Item Indicator, Button, or ConnectorIcon Description5 SAS OUT port Provides SAS connection for cabling to a downchain expansion enclosure.6 Diagnostic
Notes, Cautions, and WarningsNOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer.CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates
Table 2. Shutdown Threshold TypeThreshold Temperature Exceeding Event DescriptionNominal failure threshold A critical event is setMaximum failure thre
3Installing and removing system components Recommended ToolsYou may need the following items to perform the procedures in this section:• #2 Phillips s
Figure 12. Removing and Installing the Front Bezel1. release latches (2) 2. front bezel3. guide pins (4)Removing The Front BezelYou must remove the fr
Figure 13. Inside the Physical-Disk Drawer1. release latch (2) 2. physical-disk bay (12)3. physical-disk connector (12) 4. SAS cable connection (2)5.
Figure 14. Opening and Closing the Physical-Disk Drawer1. physical-disk drawer 2. release latchClosing The Physical-Disk DrawerCAUTION: Many repairs m
For more information, see the Dell PowerVault MD Series Storage Arrays Administrator's Guide at dell.com/powervaultmanuals.2. Remove the front be
Figure 15. Removing and Installing the Physical-Disk Drawer1. physical-disk drawer 2. release tabInstalling The Physical-Disk DrawerCAUTION: Many repa
6. Install the front bezel.7. Using the MD Storage Manager, verify that the new physical-disk drawer is identified and operating correctly.Physical Di
Figure 17. Removing and Installing the 2.5 Inch Physical Disk in a 2.5 Inch Physical-Disk Carrier1. 2.5 inch physical drive cage 2. guide pin (4)3. re
Figure 18. Removing and Installing the 3.5 Inch Physical Disk in a 3.5 Inch Physical-Disk Carrier1. 3.5 inch physical disk 2. release handle3. holes o
Contents1 About your system... 6Introduction...
Removing A Physical Disk From A Physical-Disk DrawerCAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform
7. release tab (12)Installing A Physical Disk In A Physical-Disk DrawerCAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You s
3. SAS chain cable (two per physical-disk drawer)Removing The SAS Chain Cable(s)CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technici
Figure 21. Removing and Installing the SAS Chain Cable(s)1. left cooling fan module bay 2. right cooling fan module bay3. SAS cable connector on the m
CAUTION: If you are hot swapping the SAS cable chains, ensure that you complete the procedure on one side within ten minutes to avoid over heating of
Figure 22. Removing and Installing a RAID Controller Module or Expansion Module1. RAID controller module or expansion module2. release lever3. release
Opening The RAID Controller ModuleCAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting an
Replacing The SFP+ TransceiverCAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and si
RAID Controller Module Backup Battery UnitThe battery backup unit provides backup power to the RAID controllers in case of power failure. It ensures p
Installing The RAID Controller Module Backup Battery UnitYou must replace the RAID controller battery backup unit immediately to ensure the security o
Removing A Physical Disk From A Physical-Disk Drawer...30Installing A Physical Disk In A Phys
NOTE: The Service action required indicator lights amber when there is a fault in the power supply module.2. Disconnect the power cable from the power
CAUTION: When connecting the power cable, secure the cable with the cable securing bracket.NOTE: When installing or hot-swapping a new power supply mo
Figure 27. Removing and Installing the Cooling Fan Module1. cooling fan module release latch 2. cooling fan module handle3. cooling fan moduleInstalli
4Troubleshooting your systemSafety first—for you and your systemCAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should o
NOTE: Equip yourself with antistatic protection and a replacement small form-factor pluggable (SFP+) transceiver before replacing an SFP+ transceiver
8. Reconnect the fiber optic cable.9. View the FC IN speed LEDs and the Physical Disk Channel speed LEDs.Based on the LED status, perform one of these
NOTE: After installing a power supply module, allow several seconds for the array to recognize the power supply module and to determine if it is worki
If The Link Status LEDs Are Not Green1. Turn off the host server.2. Reseat the cables on the expansion array and the server.3. Turn on the expansion a
4. Reinstall the physical disk.5. If the problem is not resolved, replace the failed physical disk.If the problem persists, see Getting Help.Troublesh
Troubleshooting A Damaged ArrayCAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and s
ECC Errors... 50PCI
• One RAID controller module in a redundant configuration has failed• A battery has failed or has been removed• A physical disk in a redundant virtual
5Technical SpecificationsPhysical DisksPhysical disks Up to sixty 3.5 inch or 2.5 inch SAS or nearline SAS physical disks or 2.5 inch SAS SSDsRAID Con
Back-Panel Connectors (Per RAID Controller Module)NOTE: SAS and FC connections to the same host is not supported.Two SAS OUT ports, it is recommended
EnvironmentalNOTE: For additional information about environmental measurements for specific system configurations, see dell.com/environmental_datashee
6Getting help Locating your system service tagYour system is identified by a unique Express Service Code and Service Tag number. The Express Service C
1About your system IntroductionCAUTION: See the Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Information document for important safety information before fol
• Dell PowerVault MD Series Storage Arrays Administrator's Guide — Provides information about configuring and managing the system using the MDSM
Front-Panel Indicators Figure 2. Front-Bezel IndicatorsFigure 3. Front-Panel Indicators8
Item Indicator Icon Description1 Power-on indicator The power-on indicator lights green when at least one power supply module is supplying power to th
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