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Dell EMC Unity™ Family
Unity 300/300F, Unity 350F, Unity

380/380F, Unity 400/400F, Unity 450F,
Unity 500/500F, Unity 600/600F and
Unity 650F
Installation Guide
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REV 05
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CONTENTS
Preface 5
About this guide........................................................................................... 6
Related documentation................................................................................ 6
Chapter 1 Prepare your system 7

Before you begin.......................................................................................... 8
Installation workflow including optional DAEs............................................... 8
Site and equipment preparation....................................................................9
Hardware acclimation times........................................................................ 10
Avoiding electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage ......................................... 11
Emergency procedures (without an ESD kit).............................................. 12
Chapter 2 Unpack your system 13

Unpack the disk processor enclosure.......................................................... 14
Verifying shipping package contents.............................................. 14
Chapter 3 Install your storage system components into a rack 17

Install the disk processor enclosure.............................................................18
Installing the rails in the cabinet..................................................... 19
Installing the DPE on the rails........................................................ 22
Chapter 4 Cable and power up your storage system components 25

Attach the storage processors to the network........................................... 26
DPE power up.............................................................................................26
Verify status LEDs...................................................................................... 28
Installing the front bezel..............................................................................31
Chapter 5 Set up a management interface connection 33

Connect a Windows-based computer to your storage system.................... 34
Automatically assigning a dynamic storage system management port IP
address.......................................................................................................34
Manually assigning a static storage system management port IP address....
36
Download and install the Connection Utility software.................... 36
Run the Connection Utility............................................................ 36
Post-requisites........................................................................................... 38
Chapter 6 Unpack your DAE 39

Unpack the (optional) disk-array enclosures.............................................. 40
15-drive DAE container contents................................................... 40
25-drive DAE container contents................................................... 41
Chapter 7 Install your DAE components into a rack 43
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650F Installation Guide
CONTENTS
Install the disk array enclosure....................................................................44

Install 15-drive DAE........................................................................44
Install 25-drive DAE....................................................................... 47
Chapter 8 Cable and power up your DAE components 53

Cabling the DPE to a DAE...........................................................................54
Cabling the first optional DAE to create back-end bus 1................ 55
Cabling the second optional DAE to extend back-end bus 0.......... 57
Cabling the DPE SAS module ports to create back-end buses 2
through 5.......................................................................................58
Cabling an expansion DAE to an existing DAE to extend a back-end bus.... 62
Connecting power to the DAE.................................................................... 65
Appendix A Configuration Worksheet 67

Configuration worksheet............................................................................ 68
Additional resources
As part of an improvement effort, revisions of the software and hardware are

periodically released. Therefore, some functions described in this document might not
be supported by all versions of the software or hardware currently in use. The product
release notes provide the most up-to-date information on product features. Contact
your technical support professional if a product does not function properly or does not
function as described in this document.
Where to get help
Support, product, and licensing information can be obtained as follows:
Product information
For product and feature documentation or release notes, go to Unity Technical
Documentation at: www.emc.com/en-us/documentation/unity-family.htm.
Troubleshooting
For information about products, software updates, licensing, and service, go to Online
Support (registration required) at: https://Support.EMC.com. After logging in, locate
the appropriate Support by Product page.
Technical support
For technical support and service requests, go to Online Support at: https://
Support.EMC.com. After logging in, locate Create a service request. To open a
service request, you must have a valid support agreement. Contact your Sales
Representative for details about obtaining a valid support agreement or to answer any
questions about your account.
Special notice conventions used in this document
DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or

serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or

serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or

moderate injury.
NOTICE
Addresses practices not related to personal injury.
Note
Presents information that is important, but not hazard-related.
Unity 300/300F, Unity 350F, Unity 380/380F, Unity 400/400F, Unity 450F, Unity 500/500F, Unity 600/600F and Unity 5
650F Installation Guide
Additional resources
About this guide

This guide is designed for personnel who install, configure, and maintain the Unity
300/300F/350F/380/380F, Unity 400/400F/450F, Unity 500/500F/550F, and
Unity 600/600F/650F platform. To use this hardware publication, you should be
familiar with digital storage equipment and cabling.
Note
This document was accurate at publication time. New versions of this document might
be released. Check to ensure that you are using the latest version of this document.
Related documentation
The following Unity system documents provide additional information.
l EMC Unity Hardware Information Guide
l EMC Unity Operating System Release Notes
Additional relevant documentation can be obtained at:
l http://bit.ly/unityinfohub
l https://support.emc.com/products/39949
CHAPTER 1
Prepare your system
Use this section to understand what you need before you begin the installation as well
as the site requirements for the system.
l Before you begin.................................................................................................. 8

l Installation workflow including optional DAEs.......................................................8
l Site and equipment preparation........................................................................... 9
l Hardware acclimation times................................................................................10
l Avoiding electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage .................................................11
l Emergency procedures (without an ESD kit)......................................................12
Prepare your system 7

Prepare your system
Before you begin

Procedure
1. Set up a product support account.
If you do not already have a product support account, go to https://
support.emc.com/products/39949 to set one up. You will need a support
account to access the latest troubleshooting information, online chat,
installation and maintenance videos, utilities and wizards.
2. Complete the Configuration Worksheet.
The Configuration Worksheet is available for download from https://
support.emc.com/products/39949. Configuration worksheet information is also
included in Configuration Worksheet on page 67.
Installation workflow including optional DAEs

Use the following documents and software and sequence of actions as a guide to
install the storage system:
1. Use the Quick Start Guide or this guide and the Unity Hardware Information Guide
to:
a. Prepare the site for installation.
b. Unpack the storage system.
c. Rack and install the storage system.
d. Cable the system components.
e. Power up the system components.
f. Use the Connection Utility (CU) to discover and configure the system
management IP address for network management.
g. Launch a browser, log in to the system, and follow the Unisphere Initial
Configuration Wizard tasks to complete the initial system configuration.
2. Use Unisphere to:
a. Complete the Initial Configuration Wizard tasks:
l Accept License Agreement and Configure User Credentials
l Install License File
l Configure Network Services (DNS/NTP)
l Configure FAST Cache and Pools (optional)
l Configure Alerts (optional)
l Configure Support Credentials, Customer Contact Information, and EMC
Secure Remote Services (recommended)
l Configure iSCSI Interfaces (optional)
l Set up a NAS Server (optional)
b. Enable SSH under Service > Service Tasks (recommended for remote
support)
Prepare your system
c. Update system software under Settings > Software and Licenses (as
required)
d. Configure Block and File resources, and Hosts (as required)
3. Use this guide and the Hardware Information Guide to:
a. Rack and install optional DAEs
b. Cable the optional DAEs
c. Power up the optional DAEs
d. Configure extra Block and File resources, and Hosts (as required)
Site and equipment preparation

The following items must be available at the site to install the storage system:
l Tools: Slotted or Phillips screwdriver, ESD protection kit, and a mechanical lift
(optional).
Note
A Slotted or Phillips screwdriver with a six inch or longer magnetic head is

recommended for the 12-drive disk processor enclosure.
l Management console: A Windows-based computer to run the initialization,
maintenance, and management tools with:
n At least 100 MB of free space
n Connection on same LAN subnet as your storage system (recommended)
n Web browser (Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome)
Note
Refer to the Unity Support Matrix on the support website for compatibility and
interoperability information related to the Web browsers.
l Space: Cabinet vertical space of 2U (3.5 inches, 8.9 cm) for the disk processor
enclosure (DPE, 25-drive or 12-drive) and, if applicable, cabinet vertical space of
2U for each optional 25-drive disk-array enclosure (DAE) or 3U (5.75 inches, 14.6
cm) for each optional 15-drive DAE.
l Network connections:
n Two 1-gigabit Ethernet management connections
n Four CNA ports (two per SP) that can be set, if applicable, either at
manufacturing time or, if not, during installation or later to:
– 2 x 10GbE or 1GbE ports, or
– 2 x 4Gb/s or 8Gb/s or 16Gb/s or 2 x 2Gb/s or 4Gb/s or 8Gb/s FC ports, or
– 2 x 16Gb/s single mode (SM) FC ports, or
– 1 x 16Gb/s SM FC port and 1 x 4Gb/s or 8Gb/s or 16Gb/s or 1 x 2Gb/s or
4Gb/s or 8Gb/s multi-mode (MM) FC port
Site and equipment preparation 9

Prepare your system
Note
Once set they cannot be changed. 10GbE connectivity supports both the
10GbE optical SFP and the 10GbE Active/Passive TwinAX cables. 1GbE
connectivity supports only the 1GbE optical SFP.
n Two 10GbE ports for file/iSCSI protocols, if applicable
n If ordered, add-on I/O interface modules
n Bulk Category (CAT) 5, 5e, 6, 6a or better cables for each connection to your
network
l Network, information:
n DNS and NTP servers accessible from the storage system (recommended)
n Windows Domain Controller (recommended)
n SMTP server network connection to the storage system and the management
host (optional)
n If you are using the Connection Utility, the management port and login
information required includes:
– A static IP address for the system
– The subnet mask of the LAN to which the system is connected
– The default gateway address of the LAN to which the system is connected
– Passwords for system users admin and service
n If you are setting up the system on a network with DHCP servers, DNS servers,
and Dynamic DNS services, you need:
– System serial number
– Domain information
Hardware acclimation times

Systems and components must acclimate to the operating environment before
applying power. This requires the unpackaged system or component to reside in the
operating environment for up to 16 hours in order to thermally stabilize and prevent
condensation.
Table 1 on page 10 helps you determine the precise amount of stabilization time
required.
Table 1 Hardware acclimation times (systems and components)
…then let the system

or component
If the last 24 hours of the acclimate in the new
TRANSIT/STORAGE …and the OPERATING environment this many
environment was this: environment is this: hours:
Temperature Humidity
Nominal 68-72°F Nominal Nominal 68-72°F (20-22°C) 0-1 hour

(20-22°C) 40-55% RH 40-55% RH
Prepare your system
Table 1 Hardware acclimation times (systems and components) (continued)
…then let the system

or component
If the last 24 hours of the acclimate in the new
TRANSIT/STORAGE …and the OPERATING environment this many
environment was this: environment is this: hours:
Cold <68°F Dry <30% <86°F (30°C) 4 hours
(20°C) RH
Cold <68°F Damp ≥30% <86°F (30°C) 4 hours

(20°C) RH
Hot >72°F Dry <30% <86°F (30°C) 4 hours

(22°C) RH
Hot >72°F Humid <86°F (30°C) 4 hours

(22°C) 30-45% RH
Humid <86°F (30°C) 8 hours

45-60% RH
Humid <86°F (30°C) 16 hours

≥60% RH
Unknown <86°F (30°C) 16 hours
NOTICE
l If there are signs of condensation after the recommended acclimation time has
passed, allow an additional eight (8) hours to stabilize.
l Systems and components must not experience changes in temperature and
humidity that are likely to cause condensation to form on or in that system or
component. Do not exceed the shipping and storage temperature gradient of
45°F/hr (25°C/hr).
l Do NOT apply power to the system for at least the number of hours specified in
Table 1 on page 10. If the last 24 hours of the transit/storage environment is
unknown, then you must allow the system or component 16 hours to stabilize in
the new environment.
Avoiding electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage

When replacing or installing hardware units, you can inadvertently damage the
sensitive electronic circuits in the equipment by simply touching them. Electrostatic
charge that has accumulated on your body discharges through the circuits. If the air in
the work area is very dry, running a humidifier in the work area will help decrease the
risk of ESD damage. Follow the procedures below to prevent damage to the
equipment.
Be aware of the following requirements:
l Provide enough room to work on the equipment.
Avoiding electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage 11

Prepare your system
l Clear the work site of any unnecessary materials or materials that naturally build
up electrostatic charge, such as foam packaging, foam cups, cellophane wrappers,
and similar items.
l Do not remove replacement or upgrade units from their antistatic packaging until
you are ready to install them.
l Before you begin service, gather together the ESD kit and all other materials you
will need.
l Once servicing begins, avoid moving away from the work site; otherwise, you may
build up an electrostatic charge.
l Use ESD anti-static gloves or an ESD wristband (with strap).
If using an ESD wristband with a strap:
n Attach the clip of the ESD wristband to the ESD bracket or bare metal on a
cabinet/rack or enclosure.
n Wrap the ESD wristband around your wrist with the metal button against your
skin.
n If a tester is available, test the wristband.
Emergency procedures (without an ESD kit)

In an emergency when an ESD kit is not available, use the following precautions to
reduce the possibility of an electrostatic discharge by ensuring that your body and the
subassembly are at the same electrostatic potential.
NOTICE
These precautions are not a substitute for the use of an ESD kit. Follow them only in
the event of an emergency.
l Before touching any unit, touch a bare (unpainted) metal surface of the cabinet/
rack or enclosure.
l Before removing any unit from its antistatic bag, place one hand firmly on a bare
metal surface of the cabinet/rack or enclosure, and at the same time, pick up the
unit while it is still sealed in the antistatic bag. Once you have done this, do not
move around the room or touch other furnishings, personnel, or surfaces until you
have installed the unit.
l When you remove a unit from the antistatic bag, avoid touching any electronic
components and circuits on it.
l If you must move around the room or touch other surfaces before installing a unit,
first place the unit back in the antistatic bag. When you are ready again to install
the unit, repeat these procedures.
CHAPTER 2
Unpack your system
Unpack the system components. Verify that you have everything that you need to
assemble and cable the system.
l Unpack the disk processor enclosure..................................................................14
Unpack your system 13

Unpack your system
Unpack the disk processor enclosure

The disk processor enclosure (DPE) is a 2U component with either 12 3.5" drive slots
or 25 2.5" drive slots. Verify that you have received all of the DPE components,
including cables, bezel, rail kit, and mounting screws.
Verifying shipping package contents

Confirm that you received all necessary equipment needed to install the new 2U DPE.
Verify that you received the following:
Component
Disk processor enclosure (DPE) Front view 25 2.5" drive slots
- 2U component with either: 0 24
25 2.5" drive slots

or Caution: Array Software on drives 0-3. Removing or relocating them
Will Make the Array Unusable
12 3.5" drive slots
or
Front view 12 3.5" drive slots
0 3
SAS12Gb
Removing these drives will SAS12Gb
Removing these drives will
make the array unusable make the array unusable make the array unusable make the array unusable
SPD SPD SPD SPD
SAS12Gb SAS12Gb SAS12Gb SAS12Gb
Rail kit (1, includes 2 rails and 6

screws)
CL5583
Power cords
Unpack your system
Component
Bezel for disk processor
enclosure (1, with key)
Verifying shipping package contents 15

Unpack your system
CHAPTER 3
Install your storage system components into a
rack
NOTICE
If the cabling channel at the top of the rack will be used to run the power cables, it is
recommended to install the disk processor enclosure (DPE) in the lowest available
location in a cabinet and then installing any optional disk-array enclosure (DAE) above
the DPE. If the cabling channel at the bottom of the rack will be used to run the power
cables, leave 1U of open space at the bottom of the cabinet when installing the DPE.
Also, if all 40U of space in a single rack would be used, use two racks instead and leave
1U of open space at the bottom of the cabinet when installing the DPE.
CAUTION
The enclosures are heavy and should be installed into or removed from a rack by
two people. To avoid personal injury and/or damage to the equipment, do not
attempt to lift and install an enclosure into a rack without a mechanical lift
and/or help from another person.
l Install the disk processor enclosure.................................................................... 18
Install your storage system components into a rack 17

Install your storage system components into a rack
Install the disk processor enclosure

There are two types of DPE(s). Each is 2U. One utilizes 3.5" disks, while the other
utilizes 2.5" disks. The installation procedure is identical, no matter which one you
have in your system.
The DPE has a Product Serial Number Tag (PSNT) attached to the front of the
chassis. On a DPE with 12 horizontal 3.5" drive slots, the tag is located on the top
edge near the right side, see Figure 1 on page 18.
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On a DPE with 25 vertical 2.5" drive slots, the tag is located below the DPE power
status LED between drive slots 16 and 17, see Figure 2 on page 19.
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Before installation of the chassis, pull the tag outward and record the information from
the tag on the Configuration Worksheet. After recording the information, return the
tag to its inserted position.
Note
Before installing the DPE, watch the Unity Quick Start Installation Video at http://
bit.ly/unityinfohub.
Installing the rails in the cabinet

Note
The snap-in rails are dedicated left and right, and cannot be interchanged.
Procedure
1. First, orient the rails. Face the front of the cabinet when orienting the left and
right rail placement. The front edge of each rail is stamped L or R.
2. From the rear of the cabinet, insert the adapters into the holes on the rear rack
channel with the rail extended as shown in Push rail into rear channel mounting
holes.
Installing the rails in the cabinet 19

3. Push the rail into the rear mounting holes until the spring clips snap into place
on the outside of the rear channel.
CAUTION
Ensure the holes on the rail line up with the holes on the cabinet. This will
ensure proper alignment of the rails. Also, check that the rails are level and
using the same cabinet Unit markers from front to rear. Ensure you are
using the same unit markers from the front of the cabinet to the rear of the
cabinet.
Figure 3 Push rail into rear channel mounting holes
4. From the rear of the cabinet, secure the rails in place using one M5 screw on
each rail.
Figure 4 Installing the M5 Screw
5. Working from the front of the cabinet, align the adaptor with the mounting hole
on the front of the rack as shown in Securing rail to front channel.
CAUTION
ensure proper alignment of the rails. Also, check that the rails are level
from front-to-back and left-to-right. Ensure you are using the same unit
markers from the front of the cabinet to the rear of the cabinet.
6. Push in on the spring clip while pulling the rail forward. When the spring clip is
forward of the front rack channel, and the adaptor is in the mounting holes,
release the spring clip so it holds the rail in place.
CAUTION
Ensure the spring clip is securely attached to the channel. It may be

necessary to push in on the clip to assist in snapping it into place.
Figure 5 Securing rail to front channel
Installing the rails in the cabinet 21

Installing the DPE on the rails

CAUTION
The enclosure is heavy and should be installed into or removed from a rack by
attempt to lift and install the enclosure into a rack without a mechanical lift
L'enclosure étant lourde, sa mise en place dans l'armoire nécessite deux
personnes. Afin de ne pas vous blesser et/ou endommager le matériel, n’essayez
pas de soulever et d’installer l’armoire sur une rampe sans avoir recours à un
relevage mécanique et/ou à l’aide d’une autre personne.
Das Gehäuse ist schwer und sollte nur von zwei Personen in einem Rack
installiert werden. Zur Vermeidung von körperlichen Verletzungen und/oder der
Beschädigung des Gerätes, bitte das Gehäuse nicht ohne die Hilfe einer zweiten
Person anheben und einbauen.
Il contenitore è pesante e dev'essere installato nel rack da due persone. Per
evitare danni personali e/o all’apparecchiatura, non tentare di sollevare ed
installare in un rack il contenitore senza un sollevatore meccanico e/o l’aiuto di
un’altra persona.
Debido a su considerable peso, la instalación del compartimento en el bastidor
deben realizarla siempre dos personas. Para evitar daños personales o en el
equipo, el compartimento no debe levantarse ni instalarse en el bastidor sin la
ayuda de un elevador mecánico o de otra persona.
Procedure
1. Lift the enclosure and, from the front of the cabinet, slide the enclosure onto
the rails.
Figure 6 Sliding the enclosure onto the rails
2. Secure the front of the enclosure to the front vertical channels of the cabinet
using four screws (two per side) by installing all four screws, and then
tightening them.
Figure 7 Securing enclosure to the front of the cabinet
Installing the DPE on the rails 23

CHAPTER 4
Cable and power up your storage system
components
Use this section to connect the storage system components to the network and
redundant power sources.
l Attach the storage processors to the network................................................... 26

l DPE power up.................................................................................................... 26
l Verify status LEDs............................................................................................. 28
l Installing the front bezel..................................................................................... 31
Cable and power up your storage system components 25

Cable and power up your storage system components
Attach the storage processors to the network

Procedure
1. Locate two bulk Category (CAT) 5, 5e, 6, 6a or better Ethernet cables.
2. Connect two Ethernet cables from the LAN to the 1 Gb RJ45 management
ports from which you will configure the system. This will be one port on each
storage processor. See Figure 8 on page 26.
Note
The SP A and SP B network management ports must be connected on the same

subnet. In general, both SPs should have mirrored configurations in order to
provide failover.
Figure 8 Cabling the storage processors to the network

x4 10 GbE
3 2
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3 2
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2 3
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4
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10 GbE x4 x4
3. Attach Ethernet and/or Fibre Channel cables to the DPE ports, whether those
built in to each SP or those on an I/O module, that you wish to use in order to
create interfaces.
This step is optional and can be done at a later time. Only the management
network cables installed in the previous step are required at this time.
Note
Additional information about the ports and cabling is in the Hardware

Information Guide, available on the Unity Info Hub at http://bit.ly/unityinfohub
or on EMC Online Support (https://support.emc.com/products/39949).
DPE power up
Before you begin
All components must be racked and the network cabling completed before connecting
the storage system to power and booting the system. Ensure that CNA ports 4 and 5
on the SPs are populated with the appropriate SFP type or active TwinAx connectors.
Depending on the type of SFP used, the CNA ports will persist either as Ethernet or
Fibre Channel, and once the protocol is set, it can only be changed by re-initializing
the system.
Procedure
1. Verify that the cabinet circuit breakers are in the On position and that power is
connected to the cabinet.
2. Attach a double-sided Shut Down Procedure cable label to each power cable
using the tie wraps included in the Accessory Kit.
Note
Attach each label close to the end of the power cable where it plugs into the
DPE.
3. For each DPE power cable (shown as cables 1 and 2 in Figure 9 on page 27),
plug the cable into the system component.
The power cable to Power Distribution Unit (PDU) A is black. The power cable
to PDU B is gray.
Figure 9 Power cables to the DPE and optional DAEs
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4. Secure each power cable to the system component with the cable retention bail
(moveable metal clip) on the component.
5. Connect the power to the DPE. Plug the free end of the power cables into the
PDU. Connect the power supply for SP A (shown as cable 1 in Figure 9 on page
27) to PDU A . Connect the power supply for SP B (shown as cable 2 in ) to
PDU B.
6. Bundle and secure the cables as necessary with tie wraps.
7. If your storage system has been installed in a cabinet, place the single-sided
adhesive backed Shut Down Procedure label included in the Accessory Kit on
the back of the cabinet door. Otherwise, place this label in a location that is
visible while viewing the storage system from the rear.
8. Monitor the system as it powers up. It takes approximately 10-15 minutes for
the system to power up. The LEDs show the progress of system activation.
Green, blue, and amber activity lights blink during the startup sequence. Review
the next section for information on the power up states.
DPE power up 27
Verify status LEDs

The system should be available in approximately 15 minutes.
This section calls out only the LEDs that you need to verify to ensure that the system
powered up correctly.
Note
The Unity Hardware Information Guide provides more details on all system LEDs.
The array is powered up and ready to run the Connection Utility once the SP Fault
LED shows intervals of amber for one second and blue for three seconds. If the
system is on a network with a DNS server and DHCP, the management IP address can
be assigned automatically. When it is assigned, the SP Fault LED will be solid blue.
Ensure that the power-up is complete and that the system is ready before you
continue.
DPE rear status LEDs
Verify that the storage system is up and running without error using the rear facing
physical indicators on the storage processor as shown in Figure 10 on page 28 and
Table 2 on page 28.
Figure 10 SP status LEDs
1 GbE
5
5
MAC:
2 3
1
1 4
4
2 3 0 1
10 GbE x4 x4
1 2 3 4
Table 2 SP status LEDs descriptions
Location LED Color State Description

1 SP Memory or Amber Off Normal operation
Boot Fault
2 SP Power Green On SP is on main power
3 SP Fault Amber Blinking once BIOS is running

every four
seconds (.25 Hz)
Blinking once POST is running

every second (1
Hz)
Blinking four times POST completed and OS

every second (4 boot has started
Hz)
Off Normal operation
Table 2 SP status LEDs descriptions (continued)
Location LED Color State Description

Blue Blinking once Operating system is
every four booting
seconds (.25 Hz)
Blinking once Operating system driver

every second (1 is starting
Hz)
Blinking four times Operating system

every second (4 caching driver is starting
Hz)
On SP is not initialized. A
management IP address
is assigned.
Note
Once license accepted,

the SP fault LED turns
off.
Off All operating system

software has booted and
SP is ready for I/O.
Amber and Alternating at one SP is in Service mode.

blue second intervals
Intervals of amber System not initialized and

for one second no management IP
then immediately address assigned.
blue for three
seconds
4 Ethernet I/O Green On Ethernet link active
DPE front status LEDs

Verify that the storage system is up and running without error using the front facing
physical indicators on the Figure 11 on page 30 and Table 3 on page 30 or Figure
12 on page 30 and Table 4 on page 30.
Verify status LEDs 29

Figure 11 12-drive DPE status LEDs
1 2 3
0 3
SAS12Gb
Removing these drives will
make the array unusable make the array unusable make the array unusable make the array unusable
SPD SPD SPD SPD
Table 3 Table 12-drive DPE status LED descriptions
Location Description Location Description

1 3.5-inch disk drive 3 DPE power status
LED (blue on)
2 DPE fault LED (amber 4 Disk drive ready/

off) activity LED (blue on)
Figure 12 25-drive DPE status LEDs
1 2 3
Caution: Array Software on drives 0-3. Removing or relocating them
Will Make the Array Unusable
5 4
Table 4 25-drive DPE status LED descriptions
Location Description Location Description

1 2.5-inch disk drive 4 Disk drive fault LED
(amber off)
2 DPE fault LED (amber 5 Disk drive ready/

off) activity LED (blue on)
3 DPE power status

LED (blue on)
Installing the front bezel

CAUTION
Remove the plastic protective strip from the front of the bezel prior to placing
the system into operation. Failure to do so will cause the system to overheat.
Procedure
1. If present, remove the plastic protective strip from the front of the bezel.
2. Align the bezel with the enclosure.
3. Gently push the bezel into place on the cabinet until it latches.
4. If the bezel has a lock, insert the key that shipped with your enclosure into the
lock, and turn the key to lock the bezel.
Figure 13 Installing the front bezel
CL5224
Installing the front bezel 31

CHAPTER 5
Set up a management interface connection
After you finish installing, cabling, and powering up the system, the system must
acquire an IP address for its management interface before you can register, license, or
configure it.
l Connect a Windows-based computer to your storage system............................34

l Automatically assigning a dynamic storage system management port IP address
...........................................................................................................................34
l Manually assigning a static storage system management port IP address..........36
l Post-requisites...................................................................................................38
Set up a management interface connection 33

Connect a Windows-based computer to your storage

system
Note
At the end of the power-up process, the SP Fault LED blinks in intervals of amber for
one second and then blue for three seconds, indicating that the system is ready to run
the Connection Utility.
You must connect a Windows-based computer to your system directly or remotely

over a subnetwork. This computer will be used to continue setting up your system and
must be on the same subnet as the storage system to complete the initialization.
NOTICE
Check to see if there is security software running on your workstation/laptop such as

Cisco Security Agent or McAfee Host Intrusion Prevention Service that may prevent
the initialized system from being detected. If there is, disable it (Windows Services)
before running the initialization.
The system management ports support both IPv4 and IPv6. You can assign an IP
address to a system in the following ways:
l If you are running the storage system on a dynamic network that includes a DHCP
server and a DNS server, the management IP address can be assigned
automatically.
l If you are not running the storage system in a network that supports DHCP or you
would rather manually assign a static IP address, you must install and run the
Connection Utility on the Windows-based computer.
Dynamic IP addresses (DHCP) should not be used for any components of the EMC
Secure Remote Services Virtual Edition (ESRS VE) servers, Policy Manager servers,
or managed devices.
NOTICE
If you use DHCP to assign IP addresses to any EMC Secure Remote Services (ESRS)
components (ESRS Virtual Edition servers, Policy Manager, or managed devices),
they must have static IP addresses. Leases for the IP addresses that Dell EMC devices
use cannot be set to expire. It is recommended that you assign static IP addresses to
those devices you plan to have managed by ESRS.
Automatically assigning a dynamic storage system

management port IP address
Assigning an IP address to a storage system management port dynamically requires
the following:
l Network DNS server (with dynamic DNS services enabled)
l Network DHCPv4 server and/or a DHCPv6 server and/or a router advertising
DNS servers
l Connectivity between the storage system, the DHCP server, and the DNS server
The DHCP server must be configured to automatically register DHCP clients with
Dynamic DNS services. By default, storage systems are configured to use DHCP for IP
assignment and will accept an IP address offered by a network DHCP server.
Perform the following steps to automatically assign an IP address to your storage
system management port:
Procedure
1. After you power up the storage system, check the SP Fault LED.
l If the SP Fault LED is solid blue, a management IP address has been
assigned.
l If the SP Fault LED is solid blue for three seconds and then flashes amber
for one second intervals, no management IP address has been assigned.
Check the connectivity between the system, the DNS server, and the DHCP
server.
2. Open a web browser and access the Unisphere management interface

specifying the following as a URL in the browser's address bar:
serial_number.dns_zone
where
URL string Description

serial_number Serial number of your storage system. You
can find this in the packing materials that
came with your system (for example,
FNM00131800283). It is also on the PSNT tag
on the front of the DPE.
dns_zone Network DNS zone on which the storage

system is located (for example,
mylab.emc.com).
Based on the examples provided in this table, the URL to the storage system
would be FNM00131800283.mylab.emc.com.
Note
If a certificate error appears, follow the instructions in your browser either to

bypass the error or to install the self-signed storage system certificate. For
more detail about your storage system certificate, refer to the EMC Unity
Security Configuration Guide.
3. Log in with the default username and password.

l Username: admin
l Password: Password123#
The Unisphere Initial Configuration wizard launches.

4. Continue with the steps in the Unisphere Initial Configuration wizard to accept
the license agreement, configure, and update the software on your system.
The Unisphere Initial Configuration wizard online help provides information
about the steps remaining to accept the license agreement, configure, and
update the software on your system.
5. Confirm that the SP Fault LED is now out.
Automatically assigning a dynamic storage system management port IP address 35

This provides an indication that all operating system software has booted and
SP is ready for I/O.
Manually assigning a static storage system management

port IP address
To manually assign a static IP address for the storage system management port, you
must install and run the Connection Utility on a Windows-based computer. The
Connection Utility assigns a network address to the storage system.
Download and install the Connection Utility software

Procedure
1. Download the Connection Utility installation program from the Dell EMC Online
Support website (https://support.emc.com/products/39949), under the
Downloads selection on the menu bar of the product page for your storage
system.
2. Install the Connection Utility software on a Windows computer.
To use the Auto Discover method, install the Connection Utility on a computer
in the same subnet as the storage system's management port.
3. Launch the Connection Utility.
In Windows: C:\Program Files\DELL EMC\Unity\ConnectionUtility
Note
The Connection Utility automatically sets the displayed language based on the
settings of the computer. To change the language displayed in the Connection
Utility, select the language from the list under Change language:.
Run the Connection Utility

Before you begin
Obtain the following information:
l Serial Number: Unique identifier associated with the storage system (printed on a
tag located on the system). This identifies your system when you use the
Connection Utility to discover storage systems on a subnet. When you register
your system online, this value is the Product ID.
l System name: Name that you will be assigning to the storage system.
l IP address: Management IPv4 or IPv6 address through which Unisphere connects
to the storage system.
l Subnet mask: For IPv4 management addresses, the subnet mask is an IP address
mask that identifies the range of IP addresses in the subnet where the storage
system is connected.
l Subnet prefix length: For IPv6 management addresses, the subnet prefix length
is the number of significant bits in the address that will be used for routing
purposes.
l Gateway address: IP address of the default gateway for the management

interface. The gateway is the IP address of the router or node used to
communicate outside the local subnet.
Run the Connection Utility from a host attached to the same subnet as your storage
system. Doing so lets the Connection Utility automatically detect the new storage
system. If you are unable to run the Connection Utility from the same subnet, you can
still manually configure the connection.
Procedure
1. On the Welcome screen, select one of the following methods to configure your
system, and then click Next:
l Auto Discover - Use this method if you are running the Connection Utility
from a host on the same subnet as your storage system. This method
automatically discovers unconfigured storage systems on your local network
and sends the configuration file directly to the storage system.
l Manual Configuration - Use this method if you are running the Connection
Utility from a host that is not on the same subnet as your storage system.
This method enables you to create a configuration file that you can save to a
USB flash drive. You then insert the flash drive into the USB port on the
storage system, and the storage system automatically reads the
configuration from the USB drive.
2. [Applies to Auto Discover mode only] From the list of automatically discovered
systems, select the system you want to configure, and then click Next. Note: If
you do not see the system listed on the screen, try clicking Discover to restart
the discovery process. If the problem persists, refer to troubleshooting
instructions.
3. On the Configure screen, specify the following:
l Name - A meaningful name for this system. You can specify a name up to 32
characters. It can only contain alpha-numeric characters and a dash. It
cannot contain any space characters, underscores, or begin and end with a
dash.
l In the Management IPv4 Address and Management IPv6 Address
sections, select the options you want, specify relevant information, and then
click Next.
4. Review the configuration information, and then do the following based on the
mode you selected:
l For Auto Discover mode, click Start to apply the configuration on the
storage system.
l For Manual Configuration mode:
a. Click Save to USB drive. Ensure that you save the configuration file to
the root directory level of the USB drive.
b. Click Next to identify the location of the port on your storage system.
c. Insert the USB drive into one of the available USB ports on either SP.
The storage system will automatically detect the USB drive and apply the
network connection information. This process may take up to 10 minutes.
When successfully completed, a response file (iw_resp.txt) is written back
to the USB drive.
5. Click Finish.
6. Confirm that the SP Fault LED is solid blue, which indicates that the system's IP
address has been set.
Run the Connection Utility 37

After you finish

In a web browser, access Unisphere by specifying the URL: http://<ip_address>/.
Where, <ip_address> is the IP address you set for the storage system.
Note
Refer to the Configuration Worksheet for information on the user credentials you must
use the first time you log on.
The Initial Configuration Wizard launches the first time you access Unisphere. Refer to
the Configuration Worksheet and Unisphere Online Help for more information on
configuring and start using your system.
Post-requisites
Upgrade the system
Ensure that you upgrade the system to the latest operating environment, and update
the drive firmware. For more information, see the Upgrading Unity Software guide.
Update the install base records
Install base registration occurs when you download and install the license file. For
more information, see the Unisphere Online Help.
CHAPTER 6
Unpack your DAE
Unpack the DAE components. Verify that you have everything that you need to
assemble and cable the DAE.
l Unpack the (optional) disk-array enclosures...................................................... 40
Unpack your DAE 39

Unpack your DAE
Unpack the (optional) disk-array enclosures

Disk-array enclosures (DAEs) provide additional storage. The types of DAEs available
are:
l 3U 15 disk 3.5" drive DAE
l 2U 25 disk 2.5" drive DAE
DAEs are optional. If you have one or more DAEs in the system, verify that you have
received all of the DAE components, including cables, bezel, rail kit, and mounting
screws.
15-drive DAE container contents

Confirm that you received all necessary equipment needed to install the new 15-drive
DAE.
Component Quantity
Disk-array enclosure (DAE) Front view 1
CL4139
Rear view CL5665
Snap in rail kit 1 (includes 2

rails and 6
screws)
CL5766
Power cords (AC or DC) AC power cords 2
Unpack your DAE
Component Quantity
DC power cords
Bezel for disk-array 1

enclosure (with key)
SAS cables (either 1 meter or 2

2 meter copper) that
connect disk-array
enclosures to each other (1
meter cables) or to DPE (2
meter cables)
25-drive DAE container contents

Confirm that you received all necessary equipment needed to install the new 25-drive
DAE.
Component Quantity
Disk-array enclosure (25- Front view 1
drive DAE)
Rear view
25-drive DAE container contents 41

Unpack your DAE
Component Quantity
Rail kit, including 1
Snap-in rails (2)
Screws (3 per rail)
CL5583
Power cords 2
Bezel for disk-array 1

enclosure (with key)
mini-SAS HD cables (either 1 2

meter or 2 meter copper)
that connect disk-array
enclosures to each other (1
meter cables) or to DPE (2
meter cables)
CHAPTER 7
Install your DAE components into a rack
NOTICE
If the cabling channel at the top of the rack will be used to run the power cables, it is
recommended to install the disk processor enclosure (DPE) in the lowest available
location in a cabinet and then installing any optional disk-array enclosure (DAE) above
the DPE. If the cabling channel at the bottom of the rack will be used to run the power
cables, leave 1U of open space at the bottom of the cabinet when installing the DPE.
Also, if all 40U of space in a single rack would be used, use two racks instead and leave
1U of open space at the bottom of the cabinet when installing the DPE.
CAUTION
The enclosures are heavy and should be installed into or removed from a rack by
attempt to lift and install an enclosure into a rack without a mechanical lift
l Install the disk array enclosure........................................................................... 44
Install your DAE components into a rack 43

Install the disk array enclosure

There are two types of DAEs. One is a 3U 15 disk 3.5" drive DAE. The other is a 2U 25
disk 2.5" drive DAE. DAEs are optional. The installation procedures are slightly
different for each.
Install 15-drive DAE

Installing snap-in rails in the cabinet
Note
The snap-in rails are dedicated left and right, and cannot be interchanged. The front
edge of each rail is stamped L or R for left or right side when the rail faces the cabinet
front.
The snap-in rails have two key tabs at the top and bottom edge on the rear of each
rail. The key tabs ensure that the rails are installed in the appropriate 2U space.
Procedure
1. From the rear of the cabinet, insert the two key tabs into the holes of the 2U-
space on the rear cabinet channel.
Figure 14 Key tabs at rear rail top and bottom edge
Key Tabs
Le r
ftR ea
ea tR
r R igh
CL5866
Note
As the key tabs and adaptors are pushed into the rear mounting holes, the
spring clips will ride over the cabinet channel and snap into place.
2. Holding the rail extended, push the key tabs and the adaptors into the rear
mounting holes until the spring clips snap into place on the outside of the rear
cabinet channel.
Figure 15 Aligning the rear adaptors (left rear of cabinet shown)
CL5867
3. At the front of the cabinet, making sure the rail is level, pull it forward and align
the rail adaptor with the mounting hole in the channel. Push in on the spring clip
while pulling forward on the rail. When the spring clip is forward of the front
cabinet channel, and the adaptor is in the mounting holes, release the spring clip
so it holds the rail in place.
CAUTION

Figure 16 Securing the Spring Clips
nt
Fro
CL5868
4. From the rear of the cabinet, secure the rail in place using one M5 screw on
each rail.
Install 15-drive DAE 45


Left Rear Right Rear
CL5869
Installing the DAE on the rails
WARNING
Procedure
1. With help from another person, lift the enclosure and, from the front of the
cabinet/rack, slide the enclosure onto the rails.
CL5845
2. Once the enclosure is completely seated into the rear tabs, secure the front of
the enclosure to the front vertical channels with four screws (two per side), but
do not tighten the screws until they are all in place.
Figure 19 Securing the front of the enclosure
Rear
Screws (2)
Front
Screws (2)
CL5846
Install 25-drive DAE

Installing the rails in the cabinet
Note
The snap-in rails are dedicated left and right, and cannot be interchanged.
Procedure
1. Orient the rails. Face the front of the cabinet when orienting the left and right
rail placement. The front edge of each rail is stamped L or R.
2. From the rear of the cabinet, insert the adapters into the holes on the rear rack
channel with the rail extended as shown in Figure 20 on page 48.
3. Push the rail into the rear mounting holes until the spring clips snap into place
on the outside of the rear channel.
CAUTION
ensure proper alignment of the rails. Also, check that the rails are level and
using the same cabinet Unit markers from front to rear. Ensure you are
using the same unit markers from the front of the cabinet to the rear of the
cabinet.

Figure 20 Push rail into rear channel mounting holes
4. From the rear of the cabinet, secure the rails in place using one M5 screw on
each rail.
5. Working from the front of the cabinet, align the adaptor with the mounting hole
on the front of the rack as shown in Figure 22 on page 49.
CAUTION
ensure proper alignment of the rails. Also, check that the rails are level
from front-to-back and left-to-right. Ensure you are using the same unit
markers from the front of the cabinet to the rear of the cabinet.
6. Push in on the spring clip while pulling the rail forward. When the spring clip is
forward of the front rack channel, and the adaptor is in the mounting holes,
release the spring clip so it holds the rail in place.
CAUTION

Figure 22 Securing rail to front channel
Installing the DAE on the rails
CAUTION
L'enclosure étant lourde, sa mise en place dans l'armoire nécessite deux
personnes. Afin de ne pas vous blesser et/ou endommager le matériel, n’essayez
pas de soulever et d’installer l’armoire sur une rampe sans avoir recours à un
relevage mécanique et/ou à l’aide d’une autre personne.
Das Gehäuse ist schwer und sollte nur von zwei Personen in einem Rack
installiert werden. Zur Vermeidung von körperlichen Verletzungen und/oder der
Beschädigung des Gerätes, bitte das Gehäuse nicht ohne die Hilfe einer zweiten
Person anheben und einbauen.
Il contenitore è pesante e dev'essere installato nel rack da due persone. Per
evitare danni personali e/o all’apparecchiatura, non tentare di sollevare ed
installare in un rack il contenitore senza un sollevatore meccanico e/o l’aiuto di
un’altra persona.
Debido a su considerable peso, la instalación del compartimento en el bastidor
deben realizarla siempre dos personas. Para evitar daños personales o en el
equipo, el compartimento no debe levantarse ni instalarse en el bastidor sin la
ayuda de un elevador mecánico o de otra persona.

CAUTION
Do not install the enclosure without the rear rail screws installed and fully
tightened. If the screws are not installed and tightened, the rails could rotate out
of position, possibly causing the enclosure to fall, causing damage to the DAE
and causing personnel injury.
Procedure
1. With help from another person, lift the enclosure and, from the front of the
cabinet/rack, slide the enclosure onto the rails.
When the enclosure slides to the back of the cabinet, the rear tabs on the rails
insert into the notches in the rear of the enclosure. The tabs secure and support
the rear of the enclosure.
Figure 24 Rail tabs securing the rear of the enclosure
CL5994
2. Secure the front of the enclosure to the front vertical channels with four
screws (two per side), but do not tighten the screws until they are all in place.
Figure 25 Securing the front of the enclosure

CHAPTER 8
Cable and power up your DAE components
Use this section to cable your storage system to optional DAEs and to connect the
DAE components to redundant power sources.
l Cabling the DPE to a DAE.................................................................................. 54

l Cabling an expansion DAE to an existing DAE to extend a back-end bus............62
l Connecting power to the DAE............................................................................65
Cable and power up your DAE components 53

Cabling the DPE to a DAE

If you have one or more DAEs, these components must be cabled to the DPE back-end
ports so that the storage is available in the system. Typically, the DAE(s) that are to
be directly connected to the DPE need to be located close enough to the DPE so that
the 2-meter DPE-to-DAE interconnect cables can be routed and connected to the
DPE easily. 5- and 10-meter interconnect cables are available when you need to
connect enclosures across multiple racks.
Note
General DAE back-end bus configuration rules:

1. Maximum number of enclosures per bus is 10.
2. Maximum number of drive slots per bus is 250, up to specific system limitations
for drive slots.
3. For best performance, evenly distributing DAEs across the available back-end
buses is recommended.
Consider the maximum number of drives supported by the storage system model.
DAEs can be added to the system while the operating system is active and up to the
DAE and drive slot limit for the storage system. DAEs or drive slots over the system
limit will not be allowed to operate with the system.
Shown in the upcoming figures are examples of two-bus SAS cabling in this DPE-
based storage platform. The storage processors connect to the DAEs with mini-SAS
HD cables. The cables connect LCCs in the DAEs of a storage platform in a daisy-
chain topology.
The mini-SAS HD ports on the storage processors in the DPE are labeled 0 and 1.
Mini-SAS HD port 0 is connected internally to the SAS expander that connects the
drives on the front of the DPE. The DPE and its front facing drives begin the first
back-end bus, BE0, and is automatically enclosure 0 (EA0). We refer to the address of
this enclosure as BE0 EA0.
NOTICE
Each DAE supports two completely redundant connections to the DPE (LCC A and
LCC B).
Since mini-SAS HD port 0 is already connected internally to the DPE drives, it is

recommended that you connect the first optional DAE to the mini-SAS HD output port
1 of each storage processor to begin back-end bus 1 (BE1) and designate this DAE as
enclosure 0 of this bus. We refer to the address of this enclosure as BE1 EA0.
In a two back-end bus system, it is recommended that you connect the second
optional DAE to the mini-SAS HD port 0 of each storage processor.
DAE load balancing
If your system has several optional DAEs, you can daisy-chain them within that bus.
However, it is recommended that you balance each bus. In other words, always
optimize your environment by using every available bus, and spreading the number of
enclosures and drives as evenly as possible across the buses.
The rule of load or bus balancing is applied to all DAEs. BE0 EA0 (0_0) is the DPE (SP
A and B). So, to balance the load, the first DAE (LCC A and B) in the cabinet is BE1
EA0 (1_0) and with the second DAE BE0 EA1 (0_1), and so on.
Cabling the first optional DAE to create back-end bus 1

Connect the first optional expansion DAE to port 1 of the DPE to create back-end bus
1 (BE1) and designate this DAE as enclosure 0 of this bus. We refer to the address of
this enclosure as BE1 EA0 (1_0).
Before you begin
To prepare for this cabling task:
l Locate the mini-SAS HD cables to be used to connect to the newly installed
expansion DAE.
Typically these cables are 2-meters long. You use longer cables, typically 5-meters
or 8-meters, to connect enclosures located in different racks. Cables are shipped
without labels attached. The cables and ports are not colored.
l Locate the sheet of cable labels provided.
Orient the cable connectors as described in the procedure that follows, making sure
that you do NOT connect:
l A DAE expansion port 0 to another expansion port 0.
l Any A-side ports to B-side ports.
Use the following illustrations to complete this cabling task:
Figure 26 Example: DPE to DAE BE1 enclosure 0
DPE to 25-drive DAE SAS cabling

x4
x4 0 1 x4
x4
B 1
0
2 x4
x4 x4
1
x4 x4
3
x4
11 0 0
4
4
1
1
MAC:
5
5
DC
AC
1 GbE
AC
DC
5
5
4
4
0 1
x4
DPE to 15-drive DAE SAS cabling
Cabling the first optional DAE to create back-end bus 1 55

Figure 26 Example: DPE to DAE BE1 enclosure 0 (continued)
A BB
# x4 x4
B B
A B
B
B A
0
A
x4 x4
#
BB AA
2 1
x4 x4 10 GbE
3 2
x4
11 0 0
4
4
1
1
MAC:
3
5
5
DC
AC
1 GbE
AC
DC
5
5
4
4
0 1
x4
NOTICE
When cabling the 15-drive DAE LCC SAS ports, ensure that the cables do not overlap
behind the DAE. The illustration above demonstrates the proper method for cabling to
the DAE LCC SAS ports.
Procedure
1. Label a pair of mini-SAS HD cables using the blue labels shown here.
Expansion port cable labeling details Primary port cable labeling details
Label part Label Port Label part Label Port

number number
046-001-562 046-001-562_xx SP A SAS 1 046-021-012 046-021-012_xx LCC A Port A
SP A SAS 1 LCC A PORT A
046-003-750 046-003-750_xx SP B SAS 1 046-021-013 046-021-013_xx LCC B Port A

SP B SAS 1 LCC B PORT A
2. Connect each SP to the first optional DAE to create BE1 EA0.
Note
Neither connector on the mini-SAS HD cable has a symbol to indicate input or

output.
a. Connect port 1 on SP A in the bottom slot in the DPE to port A on the link
control card A (LCC A) at the bottom of the DAE. [ 1 ]
b. Connect port 1 on SP B in the top slot in the DPE to port A on the link
control card (LCC B) at the top of the DAE. [ 2 ]
Cabling the second optional DAE to extend back-end bus 0

Connect the second optional expansion DAE to the DPE expansion port 0 to extend
back-end bus 0 (BE0) and designate this DAE as enclosure 1 of this bus. We refer to
the address of this enclosure as BE0 EA1 (0_1).
Use the following illustration to complete this cabling task:
Figure 27 Example: DPE to 15-drive DAE
# x4 AA BB x4
x4 x4
B AA BB
BB AA
A
x4
x4 x4
x4
BB AA
2
1
x4
1 0
4
4
1
MAC:
3 2
5
5
DC
AC
1 GbE
1 GbE
AC
DC
5
5
4
4
0 1
x4
NOTICE
Procedure
1. Label a pair of mini-SAS HD cables using the orange labels shown here.
Cabling the second optional DAE to extend back-end bus 0 57


number number
046-001-561 046-001-561_xx SP A SAS 0 046-021-010 046-021-010_xx LCC A Port A
046-003-489 046-003-489_xx SP B SAS 0 046-021-011 046-021-011_xx LCC B Port A

2. Connect DPE port 0 to the new DAE to extend BE0.

a. Connect port 0 on SP A in the bottom slot in the DPE to port A on the link
b. Connect port 0 on SP B in the top slot in the DPE to port A on the link
Cabling the DPE SAS module ports to create back-end buses 2 through 5
Where supported, the following example shows how to connect remaining four SAS
back-end ports and shows the cable labels for these SAS cables, as well as the back-
end bus and enclosure numbers for these DPE to DAE connections.
Note
The optional back-end 12-Gb/s SAS module is not supported on all Unity storage
systems.
Cable the DAE to the 12-Gb/s SAS modules in the DPE 0, port 0 through port 3, to
create back-end bus 2 through 5, BE2-BE5.
Figure 28 Bus 2, Bus 3 , Bus 4, and Bus 5 enclosure 0 SAS cabling
LCC B Port A 2_0 SP B B0 PORT 0
x4
x4 1 0
4
4
1
1
3 2 1 0
5
5
DC
AC
1 GbE
1 GbE
AC
DC
5
5
0 1 2 3
4
4
0 1
x4
SP A A0 PORT 3 5_0 LCC A Port A
l 2_0 side A, black, SP A B0 port 0 to DAE <w> LCC A port A

l 2_0 side B, black, SP B B0 port 0 to DAE <w> LCC B port A
l 3_0 side A, green, SP A B0 port 1 to DAE <x> LCC A port A
l 3_0 side B, green, SP B B0 port 1 to DAE <x> LCC B port A
l 4_0 side A, brown, SP A B0 port 2 to DAE <y> LCC A port A
l 4_0 side B, brown, SP B B0 port 2 to DAE <y> LCC B port A
l 5_0 side A, cyan, SP A B0 port 3 to DAE <z> LCC A port A
l 5_0 side B, cyan, SP B B0 port 3 to DAE <z> LCC B port A
For each new BE2-BE5:

Procedure
1. Label a pair of mini-SAS HD cables using the appropriate labels (black, green,
brown, or cyan) shown here.
Cabling the DPE SAS module ports to create back-end buses 2 through 5 59

number number
046-005-679 046-005-679_xx SP A A0 PORT 0 046-021-16 046-021-016_xx LCC A Port A
SP A A0 PORT 0 LCC A Port A
046-005-718 046-005-718_xx SP B B0 PORT 0 046-021-017 046-021-017_xx LCC B Port A

SP B B0 PORT 0 LCC B Port A






number number
2. Connect each SP to the optional DAE to create BE2 enclosure 0 through BE5
enclosure 0, as needed.
a. For SP A, connect the lowest available port in the SAS module in the bottom
slot of the DPE to port A on the link control card A (LCC A) at the bottom of
the DAE.
b. For SP B, connect the lowest available port in the SAS module in the top slot
of the DPE to port A on the link control card B (LCC B) at the top of the
DAE.
Example 1 Connect the DAE to the DPE SP slot 0 port 0 to create back-end bus 2, BE2
Connect the DAE to the DPE SP slot 0 port 0 to create back-end bus 2 (BE2) and
designate this DAE as enclosure 0 of this bus. We refer to the address of this
enclosure as BE2 EA0 (2_0).
Figure 29 Example: DPE to 15-drive DAE BE2 enclosure 0
AA BB
# x4
x4 x4
x4
B AA BB
BB AA
A
x4
x4 x4
x4
BB AA
1 2
x4
4
4
1 1
MAC:
3 2 3 2 1 0
5
5
DC
AC
1 GbE
1 GbE
AC
5
5 DC
0 1 2 3
4
4
NOTICE
Cabling the DPE SAS module ports to create back-end buses 2 through 5 61
Example 1 Connect the DAE to the DPE SP slot 0 port 0 to create back-end bus 2, BE2
(continued)
1. Label a pair of mini-SAS HD cables using the black labels shown here.

number number
046-005-679 046-005-679_xxSP A A0 PORT 046-021-016 046-021-016_xx LCC A Port A
SP A A0 PORT 0 0 LCC A Port A
046-005-718 046-005-718_xxSP B B0 046-021-017 046-021-017_xx LCC B Port A

SP B B0 PORT 0 PORT 0 LCC B Port A
2. Connect slot 0 port 0 on SP A in the bottom slot in the DPE to port A on the link
3. Connect slot 0 port 0 on SP B in the top slot in the DPE to port A on the link
Cabling an expansion DAE to an existing DAE to extend a

back-end bus
Connect the optional expansion DAE to the last installed DAE in the back-end bus to
extend to the new DAE.
Figure 30 Example: Extend SAS BE to new DAE
A B
x4 x4
B A B
B A
A
x4 x4 #
B A
1 2
x4
x4 0 1 x4
x4
B 1
0
0 A
1
x4
x4 x4
x4
NOTICE
Procedure
1. Label a pair of mini-SAS HD cables using the appropriate labels (orange, blue,
lack, green, brown, or cyan) shown here.
Typically, DAEs connect to other DAEs using 1-meter cables.

number number
046-004-455 046-004-455_xx LCC A Port B 046-004-455 046-004-455_xx LCC A Port A
A BE0 A BE0
A BE0 A BE0
A BE0 A BE0
A BE0 A BE0
046-004-463 046-004-463_xx LCC B Port B 046-004-463 046-004-463_xx LCC B Port A

B BE0 B BE0
B BE0 B BE0
B BE0 B BE0
B BE0 B BE0
Cabling an expansion DAE to an existing DAE to extend a back-end bus 63


number number
A BE1 A BE1
A BE1 A BE1
A BE1 A BE1
A BE1 A BE1

B BE1 B BE1
B BE1 B BE1
B BE1 B BE1
B BE1 B BE1

A BE2 A BE2
A BE2 A BE2
A BE2 A BE2
A BE2 A BE2

B BE2 B BE2
B BE2 B BE2
B BE2 B BE2
B BE2 B BE2

A BE3 A BE3
A BE3 A BE3
A BE3 A BE3
A BE3 A BE3

B BE3 B BE3
B BE3 B BE3
B BE3 B BE3
B BE3 B BE3

A BE4 A BE4
A BE4 A BE4
A BE4 A BE4
A BE4 A BE4

number number
B BE4 B BE4
B BE4 B BE4
B BE4 B BE4
B BE4 B BE4

A BE5 A BE5
A BE5 A BE5
A BE5 A BE5
A BE5 A BE5

B BE5 B BE5
B BE5 B BE5
B BE5 B BE5
B BE5 B BE5
2. Connect the existing DAE to the expansion DAE to extend that back-end.
If you have additional DAEs, add labels to the mini-SAS HD to mini-SAS HD
cables and use those cables to extend the bus. For more information about
cabling additional DAEs, see the associated Hardware Information Guide.
a. Connect port B on the link control card A (LCC A) of the lower-numbered

DAE to port A on the link control card A (LCC A) of the higher-numbered
DAE. [ 1 ]
LCC A is located on the lower portion of the DAE.
b. Connect port B on the link control card B (LCC B) of the lower-numbered

DAE to port A on the link control card B (LCC B) of the higher-numbered
DAE. [ 2 ]
LCC B is located on the upper portion of the DAE.
Connecting power to the DAE

Procedure
1. Verify that the cabinet circuit breakers are in the On position and that power is
connected to the cabinet.
2. Connect the power cables to the optional DAEs.
Connecting power to the DAE 65

Figure 31 Connecting power cables to the 3U, 15-drive DAE
1 2
CL5765
Figure 32 Connecting power cables to the 2U, 25-drive DAE
3. Secure each power cable to the power supply with the cable retention bail.
4. Connect the power to the each DAE as follows:
a. Connect the power cable for LCC A to PDU A.
b. Connect the power cable for LCC B to PDU B.
The enclosures power up immediately once the cable is connected.
5. Bundle and secure the cables as necessary with tie wraps.
APPENDIX A
Configuration Worksheet
This appendix contains a worksheet to collect and record information and to use as a
guide to start setting up your storage system.
Topics include:
l Configuration worksheet....................................................................................68
Configuration Worksheet 67
Configuration worksheet
Use this worksheet to collect and record information to start setting up your storage
system using the following:
l Online Support
l Connection Utility
l Unisphere Initial Configuration Wizard
This worksheet should be used in conjunction with the information in the previous
chapter. Refer to the Connection Utility and Unisphere Online Help for additional
guidance for setting up your storage system. In the respective user interface, click
the ? icon to display its online help.
Note
Sites with restricted Internet access must obtain the Connection Utility software and
product license keys in advance to configure the system. Go to the Unity Info Hub at
http://bit.ly/unityinfohub for detailed instructions.
Online Support
Enter the following information related to your Online Support account:
Item Value
Online Support account:

l Go to support.emc.com to create your Online
Support account.
l Your username and password will be required for
the Unisphere Initial Configuration wizard.
Connection Utility
Enter the following information related to the system management address:
Item Value
Storage system Product ID / Serial Number:

l Refer to the serial number tag on the front of
the DPE component for the system ID.
l Use this ID in the Connection Utility to auto-
discover a storage system on a subnet.
Name:
l If you obtained the system's IP address through
DHCP, use the system serial number for the
name.
Management IP Address:
l Management IPv4 and/or IPv6 address to assign
to the storage system.
Subnet Mask (IPv4 only):
Item Value
l IP address mask that identifies the range of IP

addresses in the subnet where storage system is
connected.
Gateway:
l Default gateway IP address of the storage
system management interface.
Prefix Length (IPv6 only):

l The number of significant bits in the address
that will be used for routing purposes.
Unisphere
Enter the following information to initially log into Unisphere:
Item Value
Unisphere login information: l User Name: admin

l When logging into Unisphere for the first time, l Password: Password123#
use the default system account user name and
password
Initial Configuration Wizard

The Initial Configuration Wizard walks you through the initial set up of Unisphere and
prepares the system for use. The first time the wizard launches, you will need to
access the End User License Agreement (EULA) and install Unisphere licenses. Use
the following list of screens and related actions as a guide to the initial configuration
process.
Screen Name Action

Copyright Accept the EULA.
Unisphere Password Set the Unisphere admin and service passwords
Unisphere Licenses Obtain your Unisphere license file online and upload your
license file.
DNS servers (Manual configuration) Enter the network name or IP address

of one or more DNS servers.
Note
A DNS server is required for EMC Secure Remote Services

(ESRS).
NTP Servers Enter the network name or IP address of one or more NTP
(Network Time Protocol) servers.
Configuration worksheet 69
Screen Name Action
Note
An NTP server must be configured before you can create a

NAS server with SMB (CIFS) shares that use Windows Active
Directory (required for multiprotocol). It is also recommended
that you configure an NTP server on both systems in order for
the replication feature to work correctly.
FAST Cache and Storage Create FAST Cache (if supported) and storage pools, or
Pools configure these items later.
Alert Settings Configure alert notifications by entering the email addresses

to which alerts should be sent, set the severity level for these
alerts, and configure an SMTP server.
Proxy Server (optional) Enter the Protocol, IP address, and Proxy Server
username and password.
EMC Support Credentials Enter your EMC Online Support username and password.
Customer Information Enter your customer contact information, including name,

email, and office phone number. EMC Support will use this
information to get in contact with you in response to an issue.
EMC Secure Remote Services Enable and configure EMC Secure Remote Services (ESRS)
to send system information to EMC and expedite issue
resolution.
iSCSI Interfaces (optional) Refer to the Unisphere Online Help for more
information about configuring iSCSI interfaces.
NAS Servers (optional) Refer to the NAS Server Wizard Online Help for
more information about configuring NAS servers.
Note
Visit the Unity Info Hub page at http://bit.ly/unityinfohub for more information about
configuring your storage system.

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Dell EMC Unity™ Family

Unity 300/300F, Unity 350F, Unity

Published June 2019

Chapter 1 Prepare your system 7

Chapter 2 Unpack your system 13

Chapter 3 Install your storage system components into a rack 17

Chapter 4 Cable and power up your storage system components 25

Chapter 5 Set up a management interface connection 33

Chapter 6 Unpack your DAE 39

Chapter 7 Install your DAE components into a rack 43

Install the disk array enclosure....................................................................44

Chapter 8 Cable and power up your DAE components 53

Appendix A Configuration Worksheet 67

As part of an improvement effort, revisions of the software and hardware are

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or

Addresses practices not related to personal injury.

Presents information that is important, but not hazard-related.

About this guide

l Before you begin.................................................................................................. 8

Prepare your system 7

Before you begin

Installation workflow including optional DAEs

Site and equipment preparation

A Slotted or Phillips screwdriver with a six inch or longer magnetic head is

Site and equipment preparation 9

Hardware acclimation times

Table 1 Hardware acclimation times (systems and components)

…then let the system

Nominal 68-72°F Nominal Nominal 68-72°F (20-22°C) 0-1 hour

Table 1 Hardware acclimation times (systems and components) (continued)

…then let the system

Cold <68°F Damp ≥30% <86°F (30°C) 4 hours

Hot >72°F Dry <30% <86°F (30°C) 4 hours

Hot >72°F Humid <86°F (30°C) 4 hours

Humid <86°F (30°C) 8 hours

Humid <86°F (30°C) 16 hours

Unknown <86°F (30°C) 16 hours

Avoiding electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage

Avoiding electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage 11

Emergency procedures (without an ESD kit)

l Unpack the disk processor enclosure..................................................................14

Unpack your system 13

Unpack the disk processor enclosure

Verifying shipping package contents

25 2.5" drive slots

Will Make the Array Unusable

12 3.5" drive slots

SPD SPD SPD SPD

SAS12Gb SAS12Gb SAS12Gb SAS12Gb

SAS12Gb SAS12Gb SAS12Gb SAS12Gb

Rail kit (1, includes 2 rails and 6

Verifying shipping package contents 15

l Install the disk processor enclosure.................................................................... 18

Install your storage system components into a rack 17

Install the disk processor enclosure

Figure 2 PSTN location on a DPE with 25-drive slots

Installing the rails in the cabinet