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Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform E590 and E790 93-04-01 Hardware Reference Guide This document provides information about the system hardware components and the mechanical and environmental specifications for the VSP E590 and VSP E790 storage systems. MK-97HM85050-01 February 2021...
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Physical specifications..................26 Chapter 4: Turning storage system power on and off......27 Powering on the storage system............... 27 Powering off the storage system................28 Chapter 5: Site preparation..............29 Site preparation checklist...................29 Contents Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform E590 and E790 Hardware Reference Guide...
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Site planning...................... 30 Installation site considerations..............31 Floor cutout and service clearance..............31 Floor load rating....................33 Appendix A: Component list..............34 Component list....................34 Contents Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform E590 and E790 Hardware Reference Guide...
Preface This guide describes the hardware features and specifications of the VSP E590 and VSP E790 storage systems. Intended audience This document is intended for Hitachi Vantara representatives, system administrators, authorized service providers, or customers who configure and operate the VSP E590 and VSP E790 storage systems.
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Chapter 1: Introduction The Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform E590 (VSP E590) and Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform E790 (VSP E790) storage systems are high-performance, large-capacity data storage systems utilizing all-flash NVMe solid-state drives. The storage system consists of a controller chassis and internal components such as fans and PCIe switches.
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Supported channel types Fibre Channel (shortwave, ■ longwave) iSCSI (optical) ■ Data transfer rate Fibre Channel up to 4 GB/s iSCSI (Optical) 10 Gbps Maximum number of front-end modules Chapter 1: Introduction Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform E590 and E790 Hardware Reference Guide...
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Supported channel types Fibre Channel (shortwave, ■ longwave) iSCSI (optical) ■ Data transfer rate Fibre Channel up to 4 GB/s iSCSI (Optical) 10 Gbps Maximum number of front-end modules Chapter 1: Introduction Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform E590 and E790 Hardware Reference Guide...
■ Backup fan module (BKMF) ■ The storage system's CTLs contain the cache memory (CM) and cache flash memory (CFM) for the storage system. The VSP E590 and VSP E790 supports 768 GiB of cache memory. Number Item Description LED (POWER, READY, WARNING,...
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LED might turn off during user maintenance. ALARM LED Off: Normal operation. Red: Processor failure (system might be down). For assistance, contact customer support: https://support.hitachivantara.com/en_us/ contact-us.html. Chapter 2: Hardware overview Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform E590 and E790 Hardware Reference Guide...
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Green: Normal operation. Green Blinking: The drive is being accessed. Drives Disk drives Number Item Description Power supply unit Supplies electric power to the controller components. Chapter 2: Hardware overview Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform E590 and E790 Hardware Reference Guide...
Channel board component LAN-RST switch Resets GUM. Use only when instructed by Hitachi Vantara support. LAN port LAN1: Maintenance LAN port (left) LAN2: User LAN port (right) Chapter 2: Hardware overview Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform E590 and E790 Hardware Reference Guide...
The storage system supports Fibre Channel (FC) and iSCSI front-end modules (FEMs) for attachment to host servers. The front-end module LEDs indicate the operating status of the module. Chapter 2: Hardware overview Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform E590 and E790 Hardware Reference Guide...
Connect to Ethernet cables. Table 3 Port assignments CHB number Port 1 Port 2 CHB-1A CHB-1B CHB-1C CHB-2A CHB-2B CHB-2C 10-Gbps iSCSI board LEDs and connectors (copper) Chapter 2: Hardware overview Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform E590 and E790 Hardware Reference Guide...
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Blinking: Communication is in progress. Off: No link connection or not ready to communicate. Table 4 Port assignments CHB number Port 1 Port 2 CHB-1A CHB-1B CHB-1C CHB-2A CHB-2B Chapter 2: Hardware overview Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform E590 and E790 Hardware Reference Guide...
Blue: Normal link status at 32-Gbps (32-Gbps). Green: Normal link status at 4-Gbps or 8-Gbps (16- Gbps). Green: Normal link status at 8-Gbps or 16-Gbps (32- Gbps). Chapter 2: Hardware overview Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform E590 and E790 Hardware Reference Guide...
CHB-1C CHB-2A CHB-2B CHB-2C LAN blade LEDs and connectors Number Item Description LINK LED Green: Link status is normal. ACT LED Orange: Data is being transferred. Chapter 2: Hardware overview Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform E590 and E790 Hardware Reference Guide...
(UPS) port Rack support The storage system can be installed in the Hitachi Universal V2B rack as well as non-Hitachi 19-inch racks that meet the storage system's specifications. For details about the Hitachi Universal V2B rack, see the Hitachi Universal V2B Rack Reference Guide.
Chapter 3: Specifications The Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform E590 (VSP E590) and Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform E790 (VSP E790) storage systems are designed to operate in a controlled environment such as a data center. The following tables provide the environmental, electrical, and physical requirements and specifications for the VSP E590 and VSP E790.
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Within ANSI/ISA S71.04-2013 G1 classification contaminants levels. Non-operating Keep data center clean by monitoring and controlling gaseous contamination. Table 11 Noise level (recommended) State Specification Operating 90 dB or lower* Chapter 3: Specifications Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform E590 and E790 Hardware Reference Guide...
The Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform E590 (VSP E590) and Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform E790 (VSP E790) run on single-phase AC power. The AC power input for the VSP E590 and VSP E790 storage systems have a duplex PDU architecture that enables the equipment installed in the rack to remain powered on if power is removed from one of the two power distribution panels.
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1 phase +10% or -11% 2 wire + ground 50 Hz ±3 Hz 100 V to 120 V 1 phase +10% or -11% 2 wire + ground Chapter 3: Specifications Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform E590 and E790 Hardware Reference Guide...
Physical specifications The following table provides the physical specifications for the Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform E590 (VSP E590) and Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform E790 (VSP E790) storage systems, including weight, heat output, power consumption, and air flow specifications. Table 14 Weight, heat output, power consumption, and air flow specifications...
Use the following procedure to power on the storage system. The main switch on the controller chassis is used to power on the storage system. Chapter 4: Turning storage system power on and off Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform E590 and E790 Hardware Reference Guide...
To avoid this situation, charge the battery for more than three hours at least once every six months. Chapter 4: Turning storage system power on and off Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform E590 and E790 Hardware Reference Guide...
Site preparation checklist Verify the availability of each item in the site preparation checklist. The responsibilities for installation planning are shared by the customer and the Hitachi Vantara account team. The required installation planning tasks must be scheduled and completed to ensure successful and efficient installation of the storage system.
Review the power and the heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning requirements before ■ ordering any additional support equipment. Make a final layout of the installation and review the layout with the Hitachi Vantara ■ representative. Verify the installation of electrical service wiring at the predetermined location is proper ■...
Provides minimum clearance around the storage system for service access and to verify ■ proper weight distribution on the computer room floor. Includes correctly positioned floor cutouts for the storage system's power and data cables. ■ Chapter 5: Site preparation Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform E590 and E790 Hardware Reference Guide...
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The amount of additional space required depends on your floor load rating. Additional space required to view the storage system LEDs on the front and rear panels. ■ Chapter 5: Site preparation Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform E590 and E790 Hardware Reference Guide...
Floor load rating The floor space at the installation site must support the combined weight of all associated component and equipment. The maximum load rating is 709 kg. Chapter 5: Site preparation Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform E590 and E790 Hardware Reference Guide...