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Fibre Channel to SCSI Router PSFR-CP41
Installing, Starting Up and Maintaining
Edition April 1999
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Introducing the PSFR-CP41 The PSFR-CP41 provides connectivity between a Fibre Channel Switched Fabric (FC-SW) or Arbitrated Loop (FC-AL) and one Fast/Wide/Ultra SCSI bus. Supported devices include: Initiator Devices – Fibre Channel and SCSI hosts Sequential Access Devices – Tape drives Changer Devices – Tape and Magneto-Optical Libraries U42093-J-Z716-1-74 Operating Manual
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Features Introducing the PSFR-CP41 Front panel of the PSFR-CP41 LEDs 10 Base-T Serial SCSI Ethernet Power Entry Module I 0 Power SCSI FibreChannel Fault Ethernet FC Back panel of the PSFR-CP41 Features Fibre Channel Features – Fibre Channel initiator and target modes – Single 1.0625 Gbps port – Fibre Channel Arbitrated Loop and Switched Fabric topologies – Private Loop Direct Attach (PLDA) profile compliant – Class 3 connection with SCSI-FCP protocol – Optical GLM Operating Manual U42093-J-Z716-
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Introducing the PSFR-CP41 Features SCSI Bus Features – SCSI initiator and target modes – Single auto-negotiating SCSI bus (Narrow, Wide, Fast, Ultra) – Ultra Wide SCSI for data transfer up to 40 MBps – Connection for up to 15 devices – Simultaneous commands, tagged command queuing and disconnect/reconnect – Middle of bus configuration with active, external termination – SCSI-2 and SCSI-3 protocols – 68-pin D shell, P type connectors – Differential – Disk, tape, optical and changer devices – SCC,
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Specifications Introducing the PSFR-CP41 Specifications Physical Specifications – Internal power supply with power switch and detachable power cord – Fibre Channel activity LED – SCSI activity LED – Ethernet activity LED – Power LED – Failure LED – Airflow with internal fan – Rack mount or desktop enclosure Physical Dimensions – Width 43.18cm (17.00 inches) – Depth 22.82cm (8.98 inches) – Height 4.31cm (1.70 inches, 1U) – Weight 3.18 kg (7 lbs) Operating Environment –5to40°C – 5 to 80% Relative
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Introducing the PSFR-CP41 PSFR-CP41 Benefits PSFR-CP41 Benefits Point-to-Point Single initiator to single target U42093-J-Z716-1-74 Operating Manual
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PSFR-CP41 Benefits Introducing the PSFR-CP41 Single Initiator Single initiator to multiple targets Multi-Initiator Multiple initiators to single or multiple targets Operating Manual U42093-J-Z716-1-74
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Introducing the PSFR-CP41 PSFR-CP41 Benefits Availability With two units, dual loop attachment provides redundancy and no single point of failure. Connectivity SCSI devices may be attached to Fibre Channel storage networks to share data and increase address space. Distance SCSI cable length from hosts to devices is increased from 25m to 10,000m, facilitating remote or disaster tolerant sites. Performance 100 Mbytes/sec Fibre Channel (200 Mbytes/sec bi-directional) offers increased bandwidth when
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How the PSFR-CP41 Works Introducing the PSFR-CP41 How the PSFR-CP41 Works The PSFR-CP41 acts as a pass-though device that translates Fibre Channel FCP to and from a SCSI bus so devices on these two types of media can communicate with each other. It attaches to either a Fibre Channel or SCSI host, and transfers the command, data, and status information to SCSI or Fibre Channel targets. The host passes packets to SCSI or Fibre Channel targets as if the PSFR-CP41 were just another device along the
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Introducing the PSFR-CP41Operating as Both a SCSI and Fibre Channel De Operating as Both a SCSI and Fibre Channel Device The router is both a SCSI and Fibre Channel device operating on a SCSI bus and Fibre Channel network simultaneously. The SCSI Side On the SCSI bus, the PSFR-CP41 acts as a SCSI initiator passing requests from hosts on the Fibre Channel network to target devices on the SCSI bus. The PSFR-CP41 uses a single SCSI ID. The default ID is 7 and can be changed when configuring the PSF
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Processing SCSI Information Introducing the PSFR-CP41 Processing SCSI Information The following describes how the router processes SCSI information: 1. A FC host issues a command. The FC host encapsulates the command in the FCP protocol and sends the packet to the PSFR-CP41. 2. The FC port in the PSFR-CP41 receives the packet, interprets the FC infor- mation, and places the packet in buffer memory. 3. The PSFR-CP41’s processor interprets the information and programs the SCSI controller to proces
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Introducing the PSFR-CP41 Processing Fibre Channel Information Processing Fibre Channel Information The PSFR-CP41 processes information from the SCSI bus host by requesting operations of targets on a Fibre Channel Storage Area Network (SAN). The information is processed using the same method as described in the previous section, except it begins with the SCSI host bus issuing commands and the information passing through the PSFR-CP41 to the FC SAN. U42093-J-Z716-1-74 Operating Manual
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Installing the PSFR-CP41 This chapter describes how to setup and install the PSFR-CP41. This includes unpacking the PSFR-CP41 for the first time, factors to consider when installing the PSFR-CP41, either desktop or rack installation instructions, and connecting to different types of devices. Read this chapter carefully and completely before working with the PSFR-CP41. A number of factors need to be considered in planning the installation of the PSFR-CP41. These factors include the location of th
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Mounting the PSFR-CP41 in a Rack Installing the PSFR-CP41 Mounting the PSFR-CP41 in a Rack Follow the directions below to mount the PSFR-CP41 in a standard rack. Materials needed 1 4 2 3 1 = PSFR-CP41 2 = Left and right mounting rails 3=Sliderails 4 = Mounting screws and cage nuts Required tools Phillips screwdriver Operating Manual U42093-J-Z716-1-74
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Installing the PSFR-CP41 Mounting the PSFR-CP41 in a Rack Installation Procedure Place the PSFR-CP41 so the rear fan vent and the front intake vents i remain clear of obstructions to ensure proper airflow. 1. Remove the router from the protective bag. 2. Determine where the PSFR-CP41 will be mounted. 3. Remove any blanking panels and other equipment from the chosen rack location. 4. Install the cage nuts on the vertical mounting rails in the rear of the rack cabinet. U42093-J-Z716-1-74 Operating
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Mounting the PSFR-CP41 in a Rack Installing the PSFR-CP41 5. Locate the front of the mounting brackets. 6. Attach the brackets to the front mounting rails, using two screws on each side. Be sure to use only the top and bottom holes in each bracket. (The middle holes will be used to attach the front cover panel after the unit is installed.) Tighten the screws securely. To reduce injury or equipment damage, the mounting brackets must be ! level. If the brackets are not level, the PSFR-CP41 cannot
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Installing the PSFR-CP41 Mounting the PSFR-CP41 in a Rack If you are mounting the PSFR-CP41 in the front of the rack with the connectors facing the back or in the back of the rack with the connectors facing the front, attach the mounting brackets as shown in Fig. “Mounting at front of rack”. Mounting at front of rack If you are mounting the PSFR-CP41 in the front of the rack with the connectors facing the front or in the back of the rack with the connectors facing the back, attach the ears as sh
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Mounting the PSFR-CP41 in a Rack Installing the PSFR-CP41 Mounting at back of rack 7. Attach each bracket to a rear mounting rail, using one screw on each side. Tighten the screws securely. Operating Manual U42093-J-Z716-1-74
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Installing the PSFR-CP41 Mounting the PSFR-CP41 in a Rack 8. Attach the slide rails to the PSFR-CP41 using two screws on each side. Slide the unit back into the rack and push in on the front tabs until the rails snap into place. Once the PSFR-CP41 is installed, you are ready to connect it to the other system components. U42093-J-Z716-1-74 Operating Manual
