Dell PowerVault MD2460 Owner's Manual - Page 5

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PowerVault MD2460 is a server direct-attach storage device that is designed for high storage density, high availability, and

high performance. PowerVault MD24 series enclosures are purpose-built and optimized to support workloads running on

Dell PowerEdge servers. Directly connecting PowerVault MD24 series enclosures to Dell PowerEdge servers addresses the

challenges of server capacity expansion to ensure business applications will always get high-speed and reliable access to their

data – without compromise.

This document provides an overview about the system, information about installing and replacing components, and

troubleshooting procedures.

Topics:

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Locate the service tag

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Hardware overview

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Front panel features and indicators

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Rear panel features and indicators

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Drive carrier module LEDs

Locate the service tag

Your PowerVault MD2460 enclosure is identified by a unique Express Service Tag.

The Express Service Tag is found on the bottom-right perforated surface on the front of the chassis. The QRL code on the

service tag contains information unique to your system. Use a smart phone or tablet to scan the QRL code to get immediate

access to your system information. System information is used to route support calls to appropriate personnel.

Hardware overview

A PowerVault MD2460 enclosure consists of various hardware components such as hard disk drives, Enclosure Management

Modules (EMMs), and Power Supply Units (PSUs). Some of the modules within the enclosure are replaceable, as described in

Replacing

components.

You can attach a single host system to access the data on the enclosure. You can also establish multiple I/O paths between the

host system and the enclosures. Using multiple paths prevents data access issues in case of any failures.

An enclosure can hold up to 60 dual-ported 3.5-inch hard disk drives which can be accessed from the top after removing the

system cover.

Front panel features and indicators

The enclosure front panel has an Express Service Tag and three LEDs on the bottom-right corner as shown in the following

figure:

System overview