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Contents
1 Introduction ..................................................................................................................................... 1
The IBM System Storage DCS9550 1S1 Storage Expansion Unit 1
1.1.1 Enclosure Chassis .............................................................................................................. 2
1.2.1 Power Supply/Cooling Module ........................................................................................... 3
1.2.2 Operators Panel ................................................................................................................. 4
1.2.3 SCM Input/Output Module .................................................................................................. 5
1.2.4 Drive Carrier Module .......................................................................................................... 8
1.2.5 Dummy Carrier Modules .................................................................................................... 9
1.2.6 Blank Modules .................................................................................................................... 9
1.4.1 Dimensions ....................................................................................................................... 10
1.4.2 Weight .............................................................................................................................. 10
1.4.3 AC Power (450W PSU) .................................................................................................... 10
1.4.4 PSU Safety and EMC Compliance ................................................................................... 10
1.4.5 Power Cord ...................................................................................................................... 10
1.4.6 Environment ..................................................................................................................... 11
1.4.7 Interfaces .......................................................................................................................... 12
1.4.8 SCM I/O Module Specification ......................................................................................... 12
1.4.9 Drive Carrier Module Specification ................................................................................... 12
1.4.10 Software Enclosure Services (SES) Support ................................................................... 13
2 Installation ..................................................................................................................................... 15
2.1.1 Enclosure Bay Numbering Convention ............................................................................ 16
2.2.1 Pre-Requisites .................................................................................................................. 17
2.2.2 Rack Mounting Rail Kit .....................................................................................................17
2.2.3 Chassis Installation .......................................................................................................... 17
2.3.1 Parts Check List ............................................................................................................... 18
2.3.2 Power Supply/Cooling Module Procedure ........................................................................ 18
2.4.1 Internal Loop Structures ...................................................................................................20
2.7.1 Procedure ......................................................................................................................... 23
2.9.1 Planning and Configuring Your Installation ...................................................................... 26
2.10.1 Parts Check List ............................................................................................................... 27
2.10.2 Procedure ......................................................................................................................... 27
2.10.3 Dummy Carrier Modules .................................................................................................. 29
2.10.4 Engaging the Anti-tamper Locks ...................................................................................... 29
2.11.1 Parts Check List ............................................................................................................... 30
2.11.2 Procedure ......................................................................................................................... 30
3 Operation ....................................................................................................................................... 33
3.1.1 Power Supply/Cooling Module LEDs ............................................................................... 34
3.3.1 Disk Drives LEDs ............................................................................................................. 36
4 Troubleshooting and Problem Solving ....................................................................................... 37
4.2.1 Faulty Cords ..................................................................................................................... 37
4.2.2 Alarm Sounds On Power Up ............................................................................................ 38
4.2.3 Green “Signal Good” LED on SCM Not Lit ....................................................................... 38
4.2.4 Computer Doesn’t Recognize the DCS9550 1S1 Storage Expansion Unit ...................... 38
4.3.1 Power Supply/Cooling Module ......................................................................................... 38