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1. SCSI Device IDs 3 and 4 or other valid SCSI ID Q DS100 2 Bay SCSI Terminator at End of Daisy Chain 0546 Figure 15 Typical Daisy Chain Connections SCSI Cable Host 1 acceptable Duplicate SCSI same host Bus Any valid SCSI ID for each device is IDs OK but not on Host Controller 1 SCSI ID 7 Host Controller 2 SCSI ID 7 Possible Internal Drive Set to SCSI ID 0 Computer SCSI Cable Host 2 O Place SCSI terminators on these connectors if Data Silo contains last device s in chain DS100 4 Bay 0548 Figure 16 Dual Host Daisy Chain Connection StorCase Technology Inc DS100 User s Guide Rev F02 Installation 17 Selecting the SCSI ID Number The SCSI ID is an address number 0 7 for 8 bit protocol and 0 15 for 16 bit protocol that is assigned to each SCSI device Each device in the chain must have a unique SCSI ID number SCSI ID 7 is usually reserved for the host controller If the computer system is already equipped with internal or external SCSI storage devices some ID numbers will already be reserved For instance if the computer system came with an internal SCSI hard drive it may be designated as SCSI device 0 refer to the computer system documentation for additional information The Data Silo SCSI ID selection switch es is located on the rear panel of the chassis enclosure Figure 17 There are two 2 SCSI selection swi2. 4 7 Os ODO LY 2 Y 4 10 27 260 9mm SSS A 1099 ER OR loo vi ho Lath Y 9 ood A hh 008 9 9 75 247 7mm gt 11 35 m 288 3mm DS100 4 Bay DS100 Physical Dimensions Figure A 1 Dimensions are for reference only er 6 4mm 288 3mm 0 25 6 4mm 0 25 6 4mm 0551 StorCase Technology Inc DS100 User s Guide Rev F02 Appendix B Drive Interface Adapters 21 Appendix B Drive Interface Adapters StorCase provides several drive interface adapter options that permit various Data Silo drive connector combinations Contact StorCase for additional ordering information Data Silo Cable Connects Here Device Side Data Silo lt Power Connector Device Side Data Silo Cable Connects Here DX100 WTN DX100 SWC Adapts 16 bit 68 pin SCSI Wide device Adapts 16 bit 68 pin SCSI Wide cable to 8 bit 50 pin SCSI Narrow cable connector to Single Connect SCA 2 drive connector interface connector includes power ID selection and device activity connections Also supports Ultra2 and Ultra160 LVD interfaces Data Silo Cable Connects Here 0552u DX100 NTW Adapts 8 bit 50 pin SCSI Narrow device to 16 bit 68 pin SCSI Wide cable connector Figure B 1 Drive Interface Adapters DS100 User s Guide Rev F02 StorCase Technology Inc 22 Appendix C Fuse R
3. 1 1992 Generic Immunity IEC 1000 4 2 ESD IEC 1000 4 3 Radiated Immunity IEC 1000 4 4 Electrical Fast Transient EN 60950 CAN CSA C22 2 No 950 93 UL 1950 EN 60950 1988 EN 60950 A2 1991 EN 60950 A1 1990 FCC Part 15 Class B AS NZS 3548 Information Technology Equipment 1998 Full name Digter Paul Position resident StorCase Technology Inc DS100 User s Guide Rev F02 Federal Communications Commission FCC Statement RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from t
4. 13 Be careful that no cables are pinched Position the screws on the bottom of the mounting bracket through the slots on the bottom of the DS100 chassis so that the bracket can slide freely Do not tighten the drive mounting bracket screws at this point 9 Slide the drive mounting bracket as far as it will go toward the front of the DS100 chassis to allow access for attaching cables at the rear of the DS100 10 Connect the I O cable s to the drive s Verify that the Pin 1 indicator on the cable is properly aligned refer to the drive manufacturer s documentation for more informa tion StorCase Technology Inc DS100 User s Guide Rev F02 Installation 13 11 12 5 25 Drive Mounting Bracket ID Select Cable VO Cable Power Connector 0541 Figure 13 Installing the DS100 2 Bay Drive Mounting Bracket Connect the 4 pin DC power cable s from the DS100 to the drive s Connect the ID select cable to the ID select interface connector on the rear panel of the DS100 Figures 7 amp 8 NOTE Use the provided tie wraps included in the installation kit to prevent the power and 13 14 15 16 17 ID select cables from possible contact If necessary reinstall the DS100 cover to check for proper drive bezel cover alignment and make any necessary adjustments Tighten the screws that fasten any removable media device s into the mounting bracket Tighten the screws that faste
5. Technology Inc DS100 User s Guide Rev F02 Appendix A Specifications Dimensions 19 Appendix A Specifications Dimensions The following Data Silo DS100 specifications and dimensions are provided for reference only Environmental Specifications Ambient Temperature Altitude 1000 to 50 000 ft 1000 to 50 000 ft T 304m to 15240m 304m to 15240m sa5 Tj ___ wd Non condensing with maximum gradient of 10 per hour 11 msec pulse width 1 2 sine wave Specifications DS100 1 Ba DS100 2 Ba DS100 4 Ba 2 70 68 6mm 4 28 108 7mm 10 27 260 8mm Width 9 50 241 3mm 9 50 241 3mm 7 54 191 5mm Depth 11 35 288 3mm 11 35 288 3mm 11 35 288 3mm Drive Mounting 9 75 247 7mm 9 75 247 7mm 9 75 247 7mm Depth Actual Weight 6 4lb 2 91kg 8 2lb 3 73kg 18 6lb 8 45kg Chassis Reliability Maintainability DS100 Fan Air Flow Maximum 500 000 Hours 1 Bay 4 Bay 17 CFM 36CFM 72CFM Preventive 60mm 1ea 30mm 1ea 80mm 2ea Maintenance DS100 2 Bay DS100 4 Bay Input 90 260 VAC Auto 90 260 VAC Auto 90 260 VAC Auto Paz Select 47 60Hz Select 47 60Hz DC Output DS100 User s Guide Rev F02 StorCase Technology Inc 20 Appendix A Specifications Dimensions LD ae 247 7mm 9 50 241 3mm DS100 1 Bay 11 35 9 50 9 75 n 241 ns 247 7mm 11 35 288 3mm DS100 2 Bay yy ofofo AU 44 OD
6. of seven 7 years from the original date of purchase from StorCase or its authorized reseller all Data Express removable device enclosures and all StorCase interface cables and accessories specifically intended for use with these products Data Silo Data Stacker and InfoStation products are covered by this warranty for a period of seven 7 years excepting the RAID controller power supply fan and blower components which are covered by the three year warranty described below Three Year Warranty The following StorCase products are covered by this warranty for a period of three 3 years from the original date of purchase from StorCase or its authorized reseller all Rhino JR external expansion chassis all RhinoJR removable drive enclosures and all RAID controller modules In addition the following components of the Data Express Data Silo Data Stacker InfoStation products are subject to warranty for a period of three 3 years all power supplies fans and blowers Warranty Claim Requirements To obtain warranty service the defective product must be returned to your local authorized StorCase dealer or distributor or with prior StorCase approval to the StorCase factory service center For defective products returned directly to StorCase a Return Material Authorization RMA number must be obtained by calling StorCase Customer Service at 714 445 3455 The RMA number must be prominently displayed on the outside of the r
7. GE NECESSARY IF MAILED IN THE UNITED STATES BUSINESS REPLY MAIL FIRST CLASS MAIL PERMIT NO 10686 SANTA ANA CA POSTAGE WILL BE PAID BY ADDRESSEE 17600 NEWHOPE STREET FOUNTAIN VALLEY CA 92708 9885
8. RMA number on the outside ofthe package Return the unit with all the original packing materials Before removing any component from its packaging discharge any static electricity by touching a properly grounded metal object Serial Number The DS100 is labeled with a serial number This number must be reported to the StorCase Customer Service Representative in order to receive a Return Material Authorization RMA for warranty claims Locate the serial number label and record the number in the space provided below DS100 User s Guide Rev F02 StorCase Technology Inc 2 Introduction General Description The StorCase Technology Data Silo DS100 series of stand alone expansion chassis provide rugged and reliable housing for SCSI storage devices This line of storage enclosures is available in various versions supporting 3 5 and 5 25 form factor full height half height and low profile 1 high devices The DS100 can additionally house the Data Express removable drive enclosures The DS100 is available in single dual and quad bay configurations Figure 1 Each chassis is constructed of rugged steel and is equipped with auto ranging power supply ies power on and drive status LEDs highly rated cooling fan s and all necessary internal wiring and mounting hardware Removable front filler panel s facilitate the mounting of either fixed or removable media devices The DS100 is available with single host 50 pin Micromin
9. StorCase Technology Data Silo DS100 External SCSI Expansion Chassis User s Guide StorCase Technology Data Silo DS100 External SCSI Expansion Chassis User s Guide Part No D89 0000 0052 F02 January 2003 E StorCase ECHNOLOGY A Kingston Technology Company StorCase Technology Inc 17600 Newhope Street Fountain Valley CA 92708 9885 Phone 714 438 1850 Fax 714 438 1847 DS100 User s Guide Rev F02 StorCase Technology Inc LIMITED WARRANTY STORCASE TECHNOLOGY Incorporated StorCase warrants that its products will be free from defects in material and workmanship subject to the conditions and limitations set forth below StorCase will at its option either repair or replace any part of its product that proves defective by reason of improper workmanship or materials Repair parts or replacement products will be provided by StorCase on an exchange basis and will be either new or reconditioned to be functionally equivalent to new This warranty does not cover any product damage that results from accident abuse misuse natural or personal disaster external power surge or failure or any unauthorized disassem bly repair or modification StorCase will not be responsible for any software firmware or other customer data stored within or interfacing with a StorCase product Duration of Warranty Seven Year Warranty The following StorCase products are covered by this warranty for a period
10. d there be any unusual sound turn the DS100 OFF immediately disconnect the power cable and remove the cover to locate the source of the problem Verify that the power and ID select cables are securely fastened with the provided tie wraps and are not contacting the fan Replace the cover Connecting the DS100 to the Computer System If the DS100 is the last device in a SCSI daisy chain it will require the appropriate termination Figures 15 amp 16 The DS100 provides two 2 external rear panel SCSI I O connectors designed for a single host single port connection The DS100 4 bay is optionally available with four 4 rear panel SCSI I O connectors designed for dual host dual port connection The four connector dual port version permits two 2 separate host daisy chain connections This configuration permits some drives within the DS100 chassis to connect to one host daisy chain and the remainder of the devices can be connected to a second host daisy chain Figure 16 DS100 User s Guide Rev F02 StorCase Technology Inc 16 Installation Host Controller SCSI ID 7 Set to SCSI ID 0 Computer SCSI Cable SCSI Device IDs 1 and 2 or other valid SCSI ID DS100 2 Bay SCSI Terminator at End of Daisy Chain Possible Internal Drive Host Controller SCSI ID 7 Possible Internal Drive Set to SCSI ID 0 Computer SCSI Cable SCSI Device IDs 1 and 2 or other valid SCSI ID
11. e Activity 0530 D Figure 2 Data Silo DS100 Drive Installation Overview DS100 2 Bay Shown DS100 User s Guide Rev F02 StorCase Technology Inc 4 Introduction Front Panel See Figure 3 Chassis Power LED Indicates that power is being supplied to the DS100 chassis Removable Filler Panels Accommodate removable media devices CD ROM DAT drives etc Drive Activity Indicator Provides a visual indication of drive activity This LED is housed in the removable filler panel s and provides connectors which can easily be attached to the installed drive s within the DS100 chassis Drive Fault Indicator Provides a visual indication of the status of each installed drive This LED is housed in the removable filler panel s and provides connectors which can easily be attached to the installed drive s within the DS100 chassis Not all hard drives offer a drive fault feature refer to the drive manufacturer s documen tation for drive fault signal connection Chassis Drive Fault Removable Drive Activity Power LED Indicator Filler Panels Indicator Kingston DataSilo Figure 3 DS100 Front Panel DS100 2 Bay Shown StorCase Technology Inc DS100 User s Guide Rev F02 Introduction 5 Rear Panel See Figure 4 SCSI ID Select Switch es Provide SCSI ID selection The DS100 uses two 2 rotating switches refer to Selecting the SCSI ID Number for additional inf
12. els can easily be removed by applying a small amount of pressure with the tip of a screwdriver to the filler panel clips which are visible in the cutouts on the drive mounting bracket Figure 9 If installing fixed media device s leave the filler panel s in place Use Flat Blade Screwdriver to Remove Filler Panel 0535 Figure 9 Removing the Filler Panel Drive Installation The process of installing a drive into the DS100 chassis varies slightly depending upon the model DS100 1 bay and 2 bay models require the removal of the drive mounting bracket to access drive mounting screws The DS100 4 bay does not require the removal of the drive mounting bracket IF INSTALLING A DRIVE INTO THE DS100 1 BAY OR DS100 2 BAY 1 Turn the DS100 over and place it on a soft clean surface so that the bottom is facing upward 2 Loosen but do not remove the four 4 screws that secure the drive mounting bracket to the DS100 chassis Figure 10 Place the DS100 in an upright position so that it rests on its four rubber feet 4 Remove the drive mounting bracket from the chassis by sliding it toward the chassis back panel then lifting upward StorCase Technology Inc DS100 User s Guide Rev F02 Installation 11 Drive Mounting Bracket Drive Mounting Bracket Screws 4 Plcs Figure 10 Removing the Drive Mounting Bracket DS100 2 Bay Shown 5 If installing any 3 5 inch devices into the DS100 attach the 3 5 ada
13. emoval Appendix C Fuse Removal WARNING Remove ALL power from the Data Silo before removing fuse Rear Panel DS100 4 Bay Shown 0556 Fuse CAUTION For continued protection against risk of fire replace ONLY with SAME TYPE and RATING of fuse Figure C 1 Removing the Fuse StorCase Technology Inc DS100 User s Guide Rev F02 Reader s Comments 23 Reader s Comments Please take a few moments when your computer system is up and running to send us your ideas and suggestions for improving our products and documentation Did the installation go smoothly for you Are there any changes you would like us to make either with the hardware itself or with the installation instructions Everyone at StorCase Technology is working toward the goal of providing you with the highest quality most cost effective products available on the market and we need your comments to guide our efforts We look forward to hearing from you soon Date Your Name Address Telephone To mail this page carefully remove it from the manual fold it staple or tape it shut and drop it in the mail To FAX this page carefully remove it from the manual or make a photocopy and FAX it to us at 714 438 1847 Thank you for taking the time to help us make our products better DS100 User s Guide Rev F02 StorCase Technology Inc FOLD ALONG THIS LINE AND STAPLE SHUT NO POSTA
14. ennonnennnennennennennennen nennen 17 APPENDICES 22 8 ar os te EN N a Ke igeltenhe entire 18 Appendix A Specifications Dimensions 424444 nennen een 19 Appendix B Drive Interface Adapters snessenseneneeneneeneennennen nenne 21 Appendix C F se ReMoval 2 eher 22 Reader s Gomments ican eae Sear Gan DARAN KE a RAY ZA none da d Na DA 23 List of Figures Figure 1 Data Silo DS100 F miily lt z2j54 ky1jxa ka xala Ra NA YERE kane kd at Wan n 2 Figure 2 Data Silo DS100 Drive Installation Overview 3 Figure 3 DS100 Front Panel Figure 4 DS100 Rear Panel Figure 5 Cover Screw Location Figure 6 Removing the Cover Figure 7 8 Bit SCSI ID Cable Connection Figure 8 16 Bit SCSI ID Cable Connection 222224424 nennen nennen nennen 9 Figure 9 Removing the Filler Panel Figure 10 Removing the Drive Mounting Bracket Figure 11 Attaching the 3 5 Adapter Brackets to the Drive Figure 12 Installing the Drive into the Drive Mounting Bracket Figure 13 Installing the DS100 2 Bay Drive Mounting Bracket Figure 14 Installing the Drive into the DS100 4 Bay Drive Mounting Bracket 14 DS100 User s Guide Rev F02 StorCase Technology Inc viii Figure 15 Figure 16 Figure 17 Figure A 1 Figure B 1 Figure C 1 NOTICE List of Figures cont d Typical Daisy Chain Connections ceccecee
15. entified products which are not stated herein including to the extent permitted by applicable law any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose In no event will StorCase be liable to the purchaser or to any user of a StorCase product for any damages expenses lost revenues lost savings lost profits or any other incidental or consequential damages arising from the purchase use or inability to use a StorCase product even if StorCase has been advised of the possibility of such damages A trademarks are the property of StorCase Technology All other logos and trademarks are properties of their respective companies S SEN Copyright 2003 StorCase Technology All rights reserved All registered DS100 User s Guide Rev F02 StorCase Technology Inc iv F StorGase TECHNOLOGY A Kingston Technology Company Declaration of Conformity Company Name Corporate Office Address Manufacturing Address Product Name Model Number Conforms to the following standards EMC Directives 89 336 EEC Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC Safety Standards CSA NRTLIC TUV EMI Standards EMC Standards Year of Manufacture Signature StorCase Technology Inc 17600 Newhope Street Fountain Valley CA 92708 17600 Newhope Street Fountain Valley CA 92708 Data Silo DS100 DS100 XXXXX XX EN 50081 1 1992 Generic Emission EN 55022 CISPR22 Class B EN 50082
16. eturn package Shipments must be freight prepaid and insured and must include the product serial number a detailed description of the problem experienced and proof of the original retail purchase date Products must be properly packaged to prevent damage in transit Damage resulting from improper packaging will not be covered by this warranty The StorCase factory service center is located at 17650 Newhope Street Receiving Dock Gate 4 Fountain Valley CA 92780 U S A StorCase Technology Inc DS100 User s Guide Rev F02 Free Technical Support StorCase provides free technical support If you experience any difficulty during the installation or subsequent use of a StorCase product please contact StorCase s Technical Support Department prior to servicing your system This warranty covers only repair or replacement of defective StorCase products as described above StorCase is not liable for and does not cover under warranty any costs associated with servicing and or installation of StorCase products StorCase Technical Support can be reached in the U S at 714 438 1858 or toll free at 888 435 5460 U S and Canada only StorCase European Technical Support can be reached in the U K at 44 0 1932 738900 Disclaimers The foregoing is the complete warranty for the products identified above and supersedes all other warranties and representations whether oral or written StorCase expressly disclaims all warranties for the id
17. gs into the drive pin for ID4 and the orange wire plugs into the drive pin to select ID8 In most cases the drive manufacturer labels each pair of SCSI ID select pins in significant bit order 0 1 and 2 One row of drive pins is the signal row and one row is designated for ground refer to the drive manufacturer s documentation for specific pin configurations The Data Silo ID select cable provides 2mm 2 conductor drive connectors A single wire attaches to one side of each connector with the exception of the red black connector The cable side of each connector must align with the signal pin on the drive On the red black connector the red wire aligns with the signal pin on the drive and the black wire aligns with the ground pin NOTE Some versions of the Data Silo have a reversible ID select cable This cable may be attached to either 2mm or 1 25mm drive pins SCSI ID Select Connector 2mm SCSI ID Select vaco N fafafa Pin 1 Connector ari Ground 1 25mm nuno Row Typical Drive 16 Bit Single Ended ID Select Pins Pins vary on each drive model See Drive Manufacturer s Manual ID Select Cable 2mm Drive Connectors ID Select Cable 2mm from Data Silo ID Select Connector Figure 8 16 Bit SCSI ID Cable Connection DS100 User s Guide Rev F02 StorCase Technology Inc 10 Installation 6 If installing removable media devices remove the appropriate filler panels from the DS100 These pan
18. hat to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Warning A shielded type power cord is required in orderto meet FCC emission limits and also to prevent interference to the nearby radio and television reception It is essential that only the supplied power cord be used Use only shielded cables to connect I O devices to this equipment You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate that equipment This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation DS100 User s Guide Rev F02 StorCase Technology Inc vi a pP oO N a Br ed Important Safety Instructions Read all these instructions Save these instructions for later use Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product Do not use this product near water This product should be operated from the type of power source indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power available consult your dealer or local power company Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other r
19. iature HD50 68 pin High Density or 68 pin VHDCI for SCSI Ultra2 and Ultra160 connectors The 4 bay version ofthe DS100 is available with either single or dual host SCSI connectors All DS100 models come with externally mounted SCSI ID selection switch es for easy unit ID selection DS100 4 Bay DS100 2 Bay DS100 1 Bay Figure 1 Data Silo DS100 Family StorCase Technology Inc DS100 User s Guide Rev F02 Introduction 3 This User s Guide describes the steps required for installing drive s into the Data Silo DS100 external expansion chassis The illustrations and instructions contained in this manual are generally representative of all Data Silo DS100 models Your Data Silo may differ slightly from the illustrations shown Although each Data Silo model contains different drive bay or I O configurations the installation process is basically the same for all models This guide is intended to supplement documentation provided with the host computer system the operating system and the drive s to be installed within the Data Silo Figure 2 below illustrates a typical drive installation into a Data Silo DS100 external expansion chassis 3 5 Drive Not Included 3 5 Drive Adapter Brackets Fan SCSIID Select Connector SCSI ID Cable Connects ID Selection Switch to Drive DC Power Cable Removable Front Filler Panel VO Cable 5 25 Drive pave Fault Mounting Bracket Driv
20. isk Refer all servicing to service personnel Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise Diese Hinweise sollten vollst ndig durchgelesen werden Diese Hinweise f r einen sp teren Gebrauch aufbewahren Allen auf dem Ger t angebrachten Warnungen und Hinweisen folgen Das Ger t nicht in der N he von Wasser verwenden Das Ger t nur mit dem Aufkleber bezeichneten Netzspannung betreiben Bei Fragen ber die Art der Netzspannung sollte der H ndler oder das Energieversorgungsunternehmen zu rate gezogen werden Nicht versuchen das Produkt selbst zu reparieren In allen Produkten existieren gef hrliche elektrische Spannugen Nicht das Geh use ffnen Wartungsarbeiten nur von qualifiziertern Kundendienstpersonal ausf hren la en StorCase Technology Inc DS100 User s Guide Rev F02 vii Table of Contents INTRODUCTION 22422 2 ya na ee ke See KN ba KIRE ee este Henne 1 Packaging InTorim atiOT s kk k la a ink an energie 1 Serial Number General Description nen ee ee ri e E A 2 Front Panel u e eee Ri a 4 Re arP aleln nt ee E EE E N RTE EA EEE 5 INSTALLATION S an EN ee eee ba e AN ne EKE tee ciate ae 6 Installing the Drive s into the DS100 uiEEE kk ek 6 Removing the DS100 COVENT prcpari 6 Drive Preparation Drive Installation Connecting the DS100 to the Computer System 22 nesenneneeneeneen nennen 15 Selecting the SCSI ID Number 2 22242042442044020nenn
21. lied with one SCSI ID select cable per drive bay The ID cable permits external unit ID selection via a small switch located on the rear panel of the DS100 Figure 4 One end of this cable attaches to the drive SCSI ID pins and the other end attaches to the DS100 unit ID select switch The cable is designed to connect to drives with 2mm ID select pins NOTE Depending upon the model the DS100 uses one of two different types of SCSI ID select switch connectors One connector contains 0 1 pin spacing with a matching SCSI ID cable The other type of SCSI ID connector contains 2mm pin spacing with a matching SCSI ID cable Figures 7 amp 8 DS100 User s Guide Rev F02 StorCase Technology Inc 8 Installation IF INSTALLING A 16 BIT SCSI DEVICE The unit ID cable contains black brown red black and orange wires Attach three 3 connectors from the SCSI ID select cable to the appropriate 2mm drive pins Figure 7 The fourth orange wire is not used for the 8 bit installation The single black wire plugs into the drive pin used to select ID1 the brown wire plugs into the drive pin for ID2 the red black wire plugs into the drive pin for ID4 The orange wire is not used for this interface In most cases the drive manufacturer labels each pair of SCSI ID select pins in significant bit order 0 1 and 2 One row of drive pins is the signal row and one row is designated for ground refer to the drive manufacturer s documentation fo
22. m is facing upward 3 Loosen the two 2 screws located on the bottom of the unit The DS100 4 bay cover uses a third center screw Remove it completely from the bottom of the chassis 4 Place the DS100 in an upright position so that it rests on its four rubber feet 5 Remove the screw s located on the rear panel of the chassis as shown in Figure 5 6 Carefully slide the top cover forward and off the chassis Figure 6 Remove Center Screw Figure 5 Cover Screw Location 2 Bay and 4 Bay Models Shown StorCase Technology Inc DS100 User s Guide Rev F02 Installation 7 Figure 6 Removing the Cover 2 Bay Shown Drive Preparation 1 Remove the drive from its protective packaging 2 Plastic Drive Bezel If installing a hard drive which is equipped with a plastic front bezel remove the drive bezel 3 SCSI Drive Termination Disable SCSI termination from the drive Refer to the documentation provided by the drive manufacturer for the location of these terminators orjumpers Termination is provided by an external terminator on the DS100 rear panel External active termination is recommended for best SCSI performance terminator not included with the DS100 4 SCSI Drive ID Select Jumpers Locate the SCSI ID select jumper pins on the drive and remove any jumpers on these pins The DS100 SCSI ID cable will be attached to these pins on each drive Figures 7 amp 8 5 SCSIID Cable Each DS100 is supp
23. movable media devices into the drive mounting bracket at this point The screws will be tightened after the drive bezel clearance has been checked with the cover 4 Adjust the drive bracket and drive clearances In most cases if the bracket tab Figure 14 is flush with the DS100 mounting base no bracket adjustment will be necessary for the drive bezel or filler panel to align with the DS100 cover 5 Ifnecessary reinstall the DS100 cover to check for proper drive bezel cover alignment and make any necessary adjustments to the drive s mounting brackets 6 Tighten the screws that fasten any removable media device s into the mounting bracket StorCase Technology Inc DS100 User s Guide Rev F02 Installation 15 9 If required tighten the screws that fasten the drive mounting bracket to the chassis Connect the I O cable s to the drive s Make sure the Pin 1 indicator on the cable is aligned properly refer to the drive manufacturer s documentation for more information Connect the 4 pin DC power cable s from the DS100 to the drive s 10 Connect the ID select cable to the ID select connector on the rear panel of the DS100 Figures 7 amp 8 NOTE Use the provided tie wraps included in your installation kit to prevent the power 11 12 and ID select cables from possible fan contact Reinstall the DS100 cover and fasten all screws Connect the power cable to the DS100 and turn ON the power switch Shoul
24. n the drive mounting bracket to the chassis Reinstall the DS100 cover and fasten all screws Connect the power cable to the DS100 and turn on the power switch Should there be any unusual sound turn the DS100 off immediately disconnect the power cable and remove the cover to locate the source of the problem Verify that the power and ID select cables are securely fastened with the provided tie wraps and are not contacting the fan Replace the cover DS100 User s Guide Rev F02 StorCase Technology Inc 14 Installation IF INSTALLING A DRIVE INTO THE DS100 4 BAY 1 Ifinstalling 3 5 devices into the DS100 attach the 3 5 inch adapter brackets included to the drives before installing them into the drive bracket Figure 11 The adapter brackets can be attached to the drive with four 4 6 32 Phillips screws 2 Attach the drive activity and drive fault LED cables to the appropriate drive pins refer to the device manufacturer s documentation for the location of these pins 3 Install the drive s into the drive mounting bracket using four 4 6 32 Phillips screws Figure 14 Do not fully tighten the screws on removable media devices Drive Mounting Screws Drive Mounting Bracket Screws Bracket Tab Flush with Mounting Assembly Figure 14 Installing the Drive into the DS100 4 Bay Drive Mounting Bracket NOTE Do not fully tighten the screws that fasten re
25. or mation e Fuse A fuse located on the rear panel protects the DS100 circuitry refer to Ap pendix C for fuse removal and installation information Power Switch Provides power to the DS100 chassis e AIC Connector Accepts U S and other available international standard power cables Contact StorCase for ordering information e 1 0 Connectors The DS100 is available with 50 pin MM HD50 68 pin HD or 68 pin VHDCI for SCSI Ultra2 and Ultra160 connections The DS100 4 bay is optionally available with dual port connectors SCSI I D Select Switches Power Switch I O Connectors A C Connector Pin 1 Figure 4 DS100 Rear Panel DS100 2 Bay Shown DS100 User s Guide Rev F02 StorCase Technology Inc 6 Installation INSTALLATION Installing the Drive s into the DS100 While performing the steps in this section work on a soft surface to prevent excessive shock to the drive s being installed Also refer to the manufacturer s documentation provided with the drive s A 2 Phillips and a flat blade screwdriver will be required Removing the DS100 Cover WARNING Remove all power from the Data Silo before removing the cover The Data Silo contains NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS inside the unit 1 Unplug the DS100 and verify that ALL cables have been disconnected 2 Turn the DS100 over and place it on a soft clean surface so that the botto
26. pter brackets included to the drives before installing them into the drive mounting bracket Figure 11 The adapter brackets can be attached to the drive with four 4 6 32 Phillips screws 6 Attach the drive activity and drive fault LED cables to the appropriate drive pins refer to the device manufacturer s documentation for the location of these pins 3 5 Drive Not Included Adapter Bracket 1 Pair per Drive Bay N 6 32 x 1 4 N Machine Head Screw 4 Plcs per Drive Figure 11 Attaching the 3 5 Adapter Brackets to the Drive DS100 User s Guide Rev F02 StorCase Technology Inc 12 Installation 7 Install the drive s into the drive mounting bracket using four 4 6 32 x 1 4 screws Figure 12 Do not fully tighten the screws on removable media devices 3 5 Drive Not Included 3 5 Drive Adapter Brackets Drive Fault LED Cable Drive Activity LED Cable 5 25 Drive Mounting Bracket 6 32 x 1 4 Machine Head Screw 4 Pics Per Drive 0539 Figure 12 Installing the Drive into the Drive Mounting Bracket DS100 2 Bay Shown NOTE Do not fully tighten the screws that fasten removable media devices into the drive mounting bracket at this point The screws will be tightened after the drive bezel clearance has been checked with the cover 8 After the drive s have been fastened into the mounting bracket carefully insert the bracket back into the DS100 chassis Figure
27. r specific pin configurations The DS100 ID select cable provides 2mm 2 conductor drive connectors A single wire attaches to one side of each connector with the exception of the red black connector The cable side of each connector must align with the signal pin on the drive On the red black connector the red wire aligns with the signal pin on the drive and the black wire aligns with the ground pin NOTE Some versions of the Data Silo have a reversible ID select cable This cable may be attached to either 2mm or 1 25mm drive pins SCSI ID Select KC Connector 2mm SX gt Base SCSI ID Select 2588 a Connector 1 25mm roun u u Row TED Typical Drive 8 Bit Single Ended ID Select Pins Pins vary on each drive model See Drive Manufacturer s Manual ID Select Cable 2mm Drive Connectors n SKIN k IN Q NEN egy Req th id 1 J N B lack ey D ID Select Cable 2mm from Data Silo ID Select Connector 0538A Figure 7 8 Bit SCSI ID Cable Connection StorCase Technology Inc DS100 User s Guide Rev F02 Installation 9 IF INSTALLING A 16 BIT SCSI DEVICE The unit ID cable contains black brown red black and orange wires Attach four 4 connectors from the SCSI ID select cable to the appropriate 2mm drive pins Figure 8 The single black wire plugs into the drive pin used to select ID1 the brown wire plugs into the drive pin for ID2 the red black wire plu
28. sceceeseeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseereeseentens 16 Dual Host Daisy Chain Connection ccceeceeceeceeseereeeeeseeseeeeeerenneerensees 16 SCSI ID Selection Switches LLEEEEE EEE EEE kk kk kek kk 17 DS100 Physical Dimensions iiiiEkk keke kek kek 20 Drive Interface Adapters s r po Removing the Busen This User s Guide is subject to periodic updates without notice While reasonable efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy of this document StorCase Technology Inc assumes no liability resulting from errors or omissions in this publication or from the use of the information contained herein Please check the StorCase web site at http www storcase com or contact your StorCase representative for the latest revision of this document StorCase Technology Inc DS100 User s Guide Rev F02 Introduction 1 INTRODUCTION Packaging Information The StorCase Technology Data Silo external expansion chassis is shipped in a container designed to provide protection and prevent damage during shipment The Data Silo was carefully inspected before and during the packing procedure at the factory Evidence of any damage to the Data Silo should be reported to the shipper immediately If the wrong Data Silo model has been received please call your reseller or StorCase at 800 435 0642 to arrange for a Return Material Authorization RMA StorCase cannot ac cept returns which do not display an
29. tches Both rotating switches can be adjusted with the provided alignment tool older models may have pushbutton switches which can be adjusted with the tip of a pen or straightened paper clip Carefully select the appropriate SCSI ID number s for the installed device s Note that some switch settings may be invalid for your interface type Selecting an invalid ID number or selecting the same number on different devices may cause unpredictable results and the computer system may not recognize the installed device s If the computer system can not recognize the boot disk the computer system may fail to properly start up SCSI ID SELECTION SWITCHES Data Silo Models Use One of the Following Switch Types Push Button Rotating Switch Model Models El 0 Use Pointed Tool Here to Set SCSI ID Use Alignment Tool El Provided to Set SCSI ID SCSI ID SELECTION SETTINGS 0 IDO 8 ID8 1 1D1 9 ID9 2 D2 A 1D10 3 1D3 B 1D11 4 1D4 C 1D12 Note 5 IDS D ID13 0 9 Push Button model 6 ID6 E 1D14 0 F Rotating Switch models 7 1D7 F 1D15 Some SCSI unit ID numbers on the selection switches may be invalid for your interface type Valid 8 bit ID numbers include 0 7 Valid 16 bit ID numbers include 0 15 Do not use ID7 It is usually reserved for the host 0636 Figure 17 SCSI ID Selection Switches DS100 User s Guide Rev F02 StorCase Technology Inc 18 APPENDICES StorCase
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