IBM DeepFlash™ 150
Version 2.1.2
Hardware Installation Guide
IBM
GC27-8961-00
This edition applies to IBM DeepFlash™ 150, Version 2.1.2, and to all subsequent releases and
modifications until otherwise indicated in new editions.
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Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Preparing the site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Hardware specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Rack requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Certifications and compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Related documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
About the IBM DeepFlash 150 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Unpacking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Required tools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Slide Rail and CMA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Installing and connecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Installing the system in the rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Installing the slide rails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Preparation for installing an IBM DeepFlash 150 with a mini bezel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Preparation for installing an IBM DeepFlash 150 with a full bezel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Mounting the system in the rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Installing the Cable Management Arm (CMA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Connecting SAS and power cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
System topology. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Connecting SAS cables to the server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Connecting power cables and powering up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Installing software utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Managing the IBM DeepFlash 150 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
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Introduction
This document introduces the IBM DeepFlash™ 150, describes how to install it into a 4-post rack
or cabinet and describes how to power it up.
Preparing the site
Before installing the IBM DeepFlash 150, review the IBM DeepFlash 150 Site Preparation Guide for
requirements, warnings, and cautions.
ESD Caution – Handling
Static electricity might be discharged through the IBM DeepFlash 150. In extreme
cases, this discharge might temporarily interrupt the operation or damage
components. As a preventive measure, make sure you are working in an ESD-safe
environment. For example, before handling the disk subsystem, touch a grounded
device, such as a computer case.
Hardware specifications
Table 1-1 on page 1 lists the hardware specifications for the IBM DeepFlash 150:
Table 1-1.
Hardware specifications
Physical Attribute
Value
Chassis Height
5.20 in. (132 mm) (3U standard)
Chassis Width
17.17 in. (436 mm)
Chassis Width including Bezel
18.98 in. (482 mm)
Chassis Depth* without CMA** option
35.6 in. (904 mm)
Chassis Depth* with CMA installed
38.97 in. (990 mm)
Overall Depth, from bezel to fan Handles
33.86 in. (860 mm)
Chassis Weight
100 lbs (45.4 kg) (when fully configured)
*The depth is measured from the back side of the mounting ear to the rear of the chassis. Bezel
depth is not included.
**CMA = Cable Management Arm
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Figure 1-1.
Table 1-2.
Chassis depth with and without Cable Management Arm (CMA)
Power requirements
Power Attributes
Value
Input voltage
100-240 VAC
Input frequency
50-60 Hz
Input current
12 Amps max
Input connector
2x IEC C14
Typical power
400 W
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Table 1-3.
Connectivity
Attribute
Description
SAS3.0 - 12 Gb/s
Eight SFF-8088 connectors
Note: Host SAS expanders connect to one or more external servers through SAS cables.
The maximum SAS cable length between the IBM DeepFlash 150 and a connected host
is three meters.
Table 1-4.
Hot swap
Attribute
Description
Hotswap
Expanders, fans, power supplies, flash cards
Rack requirements
The rack requirements are:
•
A standard 19 in. (48.3 cm) wide, four-post EIA rack, with mounting posts that conform to
English universal hole spacing, per section 1 of ANSI/EIA-310-D-1992.
•
The rack post holes must be 0.38 in (9.6 mm) square holes.
Note: If you are using a different type of rack, consult IBM support.
•
The minimum vertical rack space for the IBM DeepFlash 150 is 3U, which is 5.25 in. (133.35
mm).
Certifications and compliance
For regulatory compliance information, see IBM DeepFlash 150 Regulatory Information Flyer
(IBM part # 01JC626).
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Related documents
The following related documents are available for reference:
•
IBM DeepFlash 150 Quick Installation Guide
•
IBM DeepFlash 150 Site Preparation Guide
•
IBM DeepFlash 150 Hardware User Guide
•
IBM DeepFlash 150 CLI User Guide
•
IBM DeepFlash 150 Troubleshooting Guide
•
IBM DeepFlash 150 Best Practices Guide
•
IBM DeepFlash 150 Regulatory Information Flyer
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About the IBM DeepFlash 150
This chapter describes the IBM DeepFlash™ 150 and its components in detail.
Overview
The IBM DeepFlash 150 is a 3U, 19-in. rack-mount storage enclosure designed for rack mounting using full
extension slide rails.
Figure 2-1.
IBM DeepFlash 150 Enclosure
The IBM DeepFlash 150 field replaceable units (FRUs) are listed here:
•
Power Supply Units (PSU)
•
Host SAS Expanders (HSE)
•
Drive SAS Expanders (DSE)
•
Fan Units
•
Board Solid State Drives (BSSD) – can be populated in quantities of 8, 16, 24, 32, 48, or 64.
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Figure 2-2.
IBM DeepFlash 150 (rear)
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The IBM DeepFlash 150 consists of the components listed in Table 2-1 on page 7:
Table 2-1.
IBM DeepFlash 150 Components
Component
Drive Plane Board (DPB):
The DPB provide
connections between the
host SAS expanders, drive
SAS expanders, and BSSD
slots.
Graphic
Inside the chassis - not visible from the outside
Board SSDs (BSSDs): The
BSSD is an IBM DeepFlash
150 drive card. The
maximum number of BSSDs
that can be installed is 64.
Drive SAS Expander (DSE):
The DSE cards are serviced
from the top after removing
the cover. The system
enclosure has four DSEs.
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Table 2-1.
IBM DeepFlash 150 Components
Component
Graphic
Host SAS Expander (HSE):
Each system enclosure
includes two HSE modules,
each with four SFF-8088
mini-SAS connectors.
Mini-SAS connectors: (Port:
0, Port: 1, Port: 2, Port: 3,
counting left to right): The
SFF-8088 mini-SAS
connectors provide an
interface to one or more
external hosts.
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Table 2-1.
IBM DeepFlash 150 Components
Component
Graphic
Fans (FAN0, FAN1, FAN2,
FAN3, counting left to
right): The system enclosure
contains four fans.
Power supply units (PSUs).
PSU1 is on the top, and
PSU0 is on the bottom). The
system enclosure supports
two power supply units of
1100 W capacity each.
Note: When removing,
replacing, or installing a
PSU, the power cord
should first be detached
from the PSU. The power
cord should be attached
only after the PSU is
installed into the IBM
DeepFlash 150.
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Unpacking
This section describes the steps for unpacking the system.
To open the cardboard container:
1. Cut the straps and remove the shipping tape.
Figure 2-3.
IBM DeepFlash 150 packed in a cardboard cover
2. Remove the plastic handhold clips (Figure 2-4 on page 11).
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Figure 2-4.
Removing the plastic handhold clips
3. Lift up and remove the cover (Figure 2-5 on page 12).
4. Lift up and remove the two boxes, one containing the rails and the other containing the cable
management arm (CMA).
5. Remove the foam sets in which the rail and CMA boxes were kept.
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Figure 2-5.
Opening the cover
6. Lift the system up from the bottom tray.
7. Remove the wrap seal label and open the four ends of the plastic wrap (Figure 2-6 on
page 13).
8. Remove the cover from the IBM DeepFlash 150 enclosure, and remove the protective plastic
from the IBM DeepFlash 150 cover.
9. Carefully inspect the IBM DeepFlash 150 for any damage.
If any damage is found, contact IBM customer support.
CAUTION: Static electricity might be discharged through the IBM
DeepFlash 150. In extreme cases, the discharge might temporarily
interrupt the operation or damage components. To prevent static
discharge, make sure you are working in an ESD-safe environment.
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For example, before handling the IBM DeepFlash 150, touch a grounded device,
such as a computer case. In addition, it is recommended that you wear a heel or
wrist strap when handling the chassis or any components.
Figure 2-6.
Removing the plastic wrap
Note: The packaging shown in the picture above is only for reference and might differ
from the actual packaging.
10. Verify that all items ordered have been received.
11. Contact IBM customer service to report any discrepancies.
When contacting customer service, either directly or through the IBM service website, include
the following information:
–
Invoice number of the shipper (see the packing slip)
–
Model and serial number of the system
–
Description of the damage, if any
Required tools
The following tools are needed to complete the installation:
•
#2 Phillips screwdriver
•
Flathead screwdriver, if the system was ordered with the front bezel
•
8-mm or 5/16-in wrench (for changing the length of the rails if necessary)
Slide Rail and CMA
Verify that the correct slide rail kit and CMA have been received with the part numbers mentioned
below. If incorrect slide rails are used, the CMA does not work properly.
•
Slide rail part number: 55-15-00238
•
CMA part number: 55-15-00239
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Cautions
Before starting the installation of the IBM DeepFlash 150, ensure that the required equipment and
tools are available and take the following precautions:
•
Prevent the system from overheating. Do not operate in an area that exceeds the maximum
recommended ambient temperature of 40˚C (104˚F).
•
Ensure that there is adequate space around the IBM DeepFlash 150 for servicing the system
and for adequate airflow. The airflow in the system is from front to back.
•
Ensure that the cabinet or rack meets the requirements listed in Rack requirements on page 3.
•
To maintain adequate system airflow cooling, do not operate the system without the cover for
more than two minutes.
Note: If the temperature exceeds its maximum recommended limit, the system’s amber
attention LED (located on the front of the system) illuminates.
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Installing and connecting
Installing the system in the rack
This section includes the following topics:
•
Installing the slide rails
•
Installing the IBM DeepFlash 150 in the rack
•
Installing the CMA
Note: The following installation procedures assume IBM DeepFlash 150 installation in
a square-holed rack.
Note: If you are using a different type of rack, consult IBM support.
WARNING! To prevent bodily injury when mounting or servicing the IBM DeepFlash
150 in a rack, take special precautions to ensure that the system remains stable:
Ensure that the rack is secured to the floor. Do not install the system in a mobile rack.
Mount the system into a space in the lower half of the rack if possible.
If mounting the system in a partially-filled rack, load the rack from the bottom to top
with the heaviest components placed in the bottom of the rack.
If the rack is provided with stabilizing devices, install them before mounting or
servicing the system in the rack.
The IBM DeepFlash 150 is heavy. Racks should be securely fastened to the floor or include
stabilization mechanisms to prevent them from tipping over. The IBM DeepFlash 150 is
approximately 39ʺ deep (measured from rear of front cabinet rail to rear extent of chassis with the
CMA attached). If the IBM DeepFlash 150 is installed in a cabinet rather than an rack, the
minimum interior depth of the cabinet must meet this length requirement. If the cabinet is too
shallow, the rear doors of the cabinet might not close properly. If there are no other cabinet options
available (deeper), the rear doors of the cabinet might need to be removed.
Ensure that the rack is secure and meets the requirements given in the preceding paragraph before
installing the IBM DeepFlash 150.
Installing the slide rails
To install the slide rails:
1. Detach the inner rail from the rail assembly:
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a. Pull out the entire length of the inner rail assembly from the front side of the assembly,
until the inner rail locks in the fully extended position.
b. Slide the white plastic tab to release the lock (see Figure 3-1 on page 16).
Figure 3-1.
c.
Release tab
Detach the inner rail.
d. Repeat steps a through c to detach the inner rail from the second rail assembly.
2. Attach the inner rails to the sides of the system:
a. Align an inner rail with one side of the system so that the four keyed slots in the rail align
with the four pegs on the side (see Figure 3-2 on page 16).
Figure 3-2.
Rail slots and pegs for attaching the inner rails
b. Set the large hole of the keyed slots of the inner rail over the pegs, and then slide the rail
towards the back side of the system to lock it in place on the pegs (see Figure 3-2 ).
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c.
Secure the inner rail to the system using one pan-head M4 screw as shown in Figure 3-3
on page 17 (the small plastic bag inside the rail box contains two inner rail mounting
screws).
Figure 3-3.
Attaching inner rails
d. Install the second inner rail to the opposite side.
3. Measure the distance between the front rack post and the rear rack post.
The outer rails that install in the rack can be adjusted to accommodate rack post-to-post
distances of from 25ʺ to 36ʺ with some simple adjustments. Make sure to adjust the rails to the
proper distance before continuing. The rails can be adjusted to two ranges:
•
24" to 28"
•
29" to 36"
The default rail length range is 29ʺ to 36ʺ.
Note: If you need to adjust the rail length, use an 8 mm (or 5/16ʺ) wrench and a #2
Philips screwdriver to loosen or tighten the shoulder nuts and screws.
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4. To adjust the rail to a rack depth of 25ʺ to 28ʺ, refer to Figure 3-4 on page 18, and follow these
steps:
a. Unscrew the shoulder nuts and screws.
b. Slide the rear bracket toward the front end of the rail.
c.
The slot of the rear bracket should encircle the two holes on the outer rail.
d. Slide the mid rail on the other side to align the screwdriver access hole to the shoulder nut
mounting hole.
e.
Install the shoulder nuts and screws into the holes.
Figure 3-4.
Adjusting rail to 25ʺ to 28ʺ rack depth
5. To adjust the rail to a rack depth of 29ʺ to 36ʺ, refer to Figure 3-5 on page 19 and follow these
steps:
a. This is the default rail setup position from the rail manufacturer, so no particular
installation is needed.
b. However, if the rail has been set to the 25ʺ to 28ʺ range, slide the mid rail on the other side
to align the screwdriver access hole to the screw.
c.
Unscrew the shoulder nuts and screws.
d. Slide the rear bracket towards the rear of the rail.
e.
The slot of the rear bracket should encircle the two holes on the outer rail.
f.
Install the shoulder nuts and screws into the holes.
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Figure 3-5.
Adjusting rail to 29ʺ to 36ʺ rack depth
Note: You might have to slide the middle rail to align the screwdriver access hole to
the shoulder nut mounting hole as shown in Figure 3-6 on page 19.
Figure 3-6.
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6. Install one of the outer rails into the front rack post.
Note: The slide rail must be level from front to rear.
a. Align the two square studs of the front end of the outer rail assembly with the front rackpost holes (see Figure 3-7 on page 20).
b. Push the studs into the holes so that the spring latch clicks securely into place.
Figure 3-7.
Outer rail front installation
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7. Now install the same outer rail into the rear rack post.
a. Push the spring latch inwards (see Figure 3-8 on page 21).
b. Align the two square studs on the outer rail assembly with the rear rack post holes.
Figure 3-8.
c.
Outer rail rear end installation
Insert the two square studs all the way into the rack post holes and release the latch so
that it holds the rail securely to the rack post.
d. Place a countersunk washer into the rack hole as shown.
e.
Attach the rail to the rack with an M5 flathead screw as shown.
8. Repeat step 6 on page 20 and step 7 for the other rail.
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Preparation for installing an IBM DeepFlash 150 with a mini bezel
The IBM DeepFlash 150 comes with a mini bezel or a full bezel. To prepare the rack to accept a
system with a mini bezel, follow the instructions in this section:
1. Install two clip nuts by sliding them over the edge of the left rail post in the positions shown
in Figure 3-9 .
2. Repeat for the front right rail post.
Figure 3-9.
Preparing the rack to accept a system with a mini bezel
Clip nut
Illustrations show installation of the clip
nuts on the left side of the rack. The same
procedures apply to the installation on
the right side of the rack
1. Install clip nut to the indicated square holes on the rack
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Preparation for installing an IBM DeepFlash 150 with a full bezel
To prepare the rack to accept a system with a full bezel, follow the instructions in this section:
1. Install four clip nuts by sliding them over the edge of the left rail post as shown in Figure 3-10
on page 23.
Figure 3-10.
Install cage nuts
Illustrations show installation of the clip nuts on the
left side of the rack. The same procedures apply to
the installation on the right side of the rack.
2. Install the rack bracket to the front left rack rail post as shown in Figure 3-11 on page 24.
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Figure 3-11. Install rack bracket
Illustrations show installation of the clip nuts on the left
side of the rack. The same procedures apply to the
installation on the right side of the rack.
55-14-00375
2X M5 screw
S4-71-00275
3. Repeat step 1 and step 2 on page 23 for the right front rail post.
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Mounting the system in the rack
WARNING! The system weighs approximately 100 lbs (45.4 kg) when fully loaded
with components. Use of an equipment lift is recommended for cabinet or rack
installation (do not use a vacuum lift). If an equipment lift is not available, a minimum
of two people should lift the system into place. Attempting this procedure alone might
result in personal injury or equipment damage.
Mounting the system to the rack rails
1. Extend the sliding rails from the rack until they lock in the fully extended position.
2. Align the rear of the inner rails attached to the sides of the IBM DeepFlash 150 with the front
end of the empty middle rails on the rack. Push the IBM DeepFlash 150 into the slide rails
until it stops at the internal stop.
Figure 3-12.
Mounting the system side rails onto the rails
3. Slide the release tab towards the front of the IBM DeepFlash 150 on both sliding rails to
release the internal lock, and then push the IBM DeepFlash 150 into the rack until its front L
brackets engage with the rack posts.
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Figure 3-13.
Installing the system into the rack
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Securing the system with a mini bezel to the rack
A system with a mini bezel is shown in Figure 3-14 on page 27.
Figure 3-14.
Mini bezel system
IBM DeepFlash 150 with the mini bezel
To secure the mini bezel version of the IBM DeepFlash 150 to the rack:
1. Push the chassis all the way in the rails until it is tight against the rack posts.
Hand tighten the two captive screws on each side as shown in Figure 3-15 on page 27.
Figure 3-15.
Securing mini bezel system to the rack
Tighten two captive screws by hand on each side
Figure 3-16 . shows the finished installation of an IBM DeepFlash 150 with a mini bezel.
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Figure 3-16.
Finished mini bezel system installation
Securing the system with a full bezel to the rack
A system with a full bezel is shown in Figure 3-17 on page 28.
Figure 3-17.
Full bezel system
IBM DeepFlash 150 with the full bezel
To secure the full bezel IBM DeepFlash 150 to the rack:
1. Push the chassis all the way in the rails until it is tight against the rack posts.
Tighten the two captive screws on each side using a flathead screwdriver as shown in Figure 3-18 .
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Figure 3-18.
Securing full bezel system to the rack
Tighten the two screws on each side using a flathead screwdriver
Figure 3-19 on page 29 shows the finished installation of an IBM DeepFlash 150 with a full bezel.
Figure 3-19.
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Installing the Cable Management Arm (CMA)
The CMA (IBM part number SD 55-15-00239) is an optional accessory that manages the SAS and
power cables attached to the rear of the system. The system in the rack with the CMA in position is
shown in Figure 3-20 on page 30.
Figure 3-20.
Cable Management Arm
To install the CMA:
1. Orient the CMA as shown in Figure 3-21 .
The support connector (a) is on the right side as viewed from the rear of the rack.
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Figure 3-21.
CMA installation procedure
2. From the rear of the rack, add the support connector (a) of the CMA into the end of the rail on
the right side so that the spring clips click into position (see Figure 3-22 on page 31).
Figure 3-22. Insert support connector into rail
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3. Remove the orange tape from the support connector (a) as shown in Figure 3-23 on page 32.
Figure 3-23.
Remove orange tape from support connector
4. Align the front tab of the CMA inner bracket (b) to the slots at the end of the inner rail on the
left side (see Figure 3-24 on page 32).
Figure 3-24. Align front tab of CMA inner bracket
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5. Insert the CMA inner bracket (b) into the slots (see Figure 3-25 ) until the spring clips click
into position.
Figure 3-25. Insert CMA inner bracket into slots
6. Push the chassis forward so that the inner bracket (b) moves with the chassis.
7. Insert the fixed connector of the CMA (c) into the end of the outer rail on the left side until the
spring clips click into position (see Figure 3-26 ).
Figure 3-26. Insert CMA fixed connector
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Connecting SAS and power cables
This section includes information on the system topology, SAS cable connections, and system
power requirements.
System topology
For a description of the supported system topologies, see the ʺSupported configurationsʺ chapter
in IBM DeepFlash 150 Best Practices Guide.
Connecting SAS cables to the server
For connection between an external 6 Gbps or 12 Gbps SAS HBA and the IBM DeepFlash 150, use
only the following IBM cables:
Two-meter cable:
SDIFC-SASHM20 IBM DeepFlash 150 SAS Cable, Mini-SAS HD to Mini-SAS 2.1, 2m
Three-meter cable:
SDIFC-SASHM30 IBM DeepFlash 150 SAS Cable, Mini-SAS HD to Mini-SAS 2.1, 3m
These cables can be ordered directly from IBM.
Note: Host SAS expanders with mini-SAS connectors interface to one or more external
servers through SAS cables up to three meters in length.
Note: The maximum supported SAS cable length is 3 meters. There is a “service loop”
used to allow the system to be pulled forward on the slide rails for service. In order to
allow for full extension of the system, the service loop must be approximately 1.5
meters in length. A CMA can be attached to the rear of the system to manage the
motion of the service loop, but the service loop is always required whether the CMA is
used or not. Assuming you are using 3 meter SAS cables, each of which has a 1.5 meter
service loop, an attached host must be located less than 1.5 meters (12U) from the
system.
Connecting power cables and powering up
You must provide the appropriate power cables to connect the PSUs to your power distribution
system. The power cable must be rated for 12A (at 110 VAC) and 5A (at 230 VAC), and have a C-13
connector at the IBM DeepFlash 150 end of the connection.
The IBM DeepFlash 150 powers up when the PSU power cables are connected to the appropriate
power source.
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Installing software utilities
Install the IFTools package on the CentOS/Ubuntu operating system on the host.
Managing the IBM DeepFlash 150
ifcli is a command line interface (CLI) utility that allows you to monitor and manage the IBM
DeepFlash 150. Review the IBM DeepFlash 150 CLI User Guide for more details.
The RESTful Web Service provides the RESTful interface to clients that can manage or monitor the
components of the IBM DeepFlash 150 enclosure.
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