Dell PowerVault MD3200i User Manual

Troubleshooting: Your Array 267
Troubleshooting RAID Controller Modules
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician.
You must only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in
your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service
and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not
covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came
with the product.
CAUTION: In the case of non-redundant configurations, it is recommended that
you turn off the host server before turning off the array to prevent loss of data.
• If the array status LED is solid or blinking amber:
a In the AMW, select the Summary tab, and click on Storage Array
needs attention
. Follow the listed procedures in the Recovery Guru(s)
and wait for up to 5 minutes to check if the LED has turned blue. See
"Recovery Guru" on page 245.
b If following the recovery guru procedures does not solve the problem,
complete the following procedure to further troubleshoot the array.
c Turn off the host server as appropriate.
d Remove the RAID controller module and verify that the pins on
backplane and RAID controller module are not bent. See "Removing a
RAID Controller Module Blank" on page 219.
e Reinstall the RAID controller module and wait for 30 seconds. See
"Installing a RAID Controller Module" on page 222.
f Check the RAID controller module status LED.
g Replace the RAID controller module.
h Turn on the host server.
If the problem is not resolved, see "Getting Help" on page 273.
• If the link status LEDs are not green, see "Troubleshooting Array and
Expansion Enclosure Connections" on page 269.
a Turn off the server, storage array, and expansion enclosures.
b Reseat the RAID controller module and reconnect cables on the
storage array and the server.
c Restart the storage array and wait until array is fully booted.
d Turn on the server.
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Dell PowerVault MD3200i Specifications

General

HDD speed	15000 RPM
RAID levels	0, 1, 5, 6, 10
Storage drive capacity	600 GB
Storage drive interface	Serial Attached SCSI (SAS)
Maximum supported storage capacity	115.2 TB
Number of storage drives installed	12
Interface	RJ-45, SAS, PS/2
Connector(s)	4x RJ-45, 1x 6Gb SAS, 1x PS/2
Power supply type	AC
Dimensions (WxDxH)	446.3 x 561 x 86.8 mm
Power requirements	90 - 264 V, 47 - 63 Hz
Networking features	Gigabit Ethernet
Compatible operating systems	Windows, Linux, VMware, Hyper-V
Internal	No
LED indicators	HDD, Power, Power fail, Status
Operating temperature (T-T)	10 - 35 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	20 - 80 %
Power consumption (typical)	25 W
Power supply unit (PSU) capacity	600 W

Weight and Dimensions

Weight	29300 g