Lenovo SureFibre400 Disk Array Implementation Guide

SureFibre400 storage product implementation guide mainly introduces the system implementation operation process of SureFibre400 disk array, including equipment inspection, hardware equipment installation, storage subsystem cascading, server configuration and system startup.


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Brand
Lenovo
Category
Storage
Document type
Installation Guide
Language
Chinese
Pages
17
File format
PDF
File size
392 KB
Published
16 March, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
4B36CA1ABEE7E627DBD58B009DB648E5

About this manual

This guide explains the purpose and scope of implementing the Lenovo SureFibre400 storage system, defining the procedures required for a successful deployment. It is intended for storage engineers, system integrators, and partners who need a concise, step‑by‑step reference.

The document walks through hardware checks, rack installation, ID configuration, HBA setup, switch licensing, software installation (EAD, PathPilot, SAM), RAID/LUN creation, and final system validation. It also provides compatibility tables for hard drives and supported HBA adapters. This manual is written in Chinese.

What's inside

  • Purpose and Scope
  • System Implementation Workflow
  • Detailed Implementation Steps
  • Hardware Installation and Rack Mounting
  • ID Configuration
  • Supported HBA Adapters
  • Switch Configuration
  • Path Management Software
  • System Debugging and Validation
  • Implementation Record Keeping

Specifications

Compatible hard drive modelST336605FC (FW0005)
Compatible hard drive modelST373405FC (FW0005)
Controller firmware versions8.40 / 8.50 / 9.20
ID setting range0‑7
Supported QLogic HBA cardsQla2310F, Qla2340L, Qla2342L
Supported Emulex HBA cardsLP9002L, 9802L, 982L
Required HBA speed setting1G/2G auto‑adaptive

Frequently asked questions

Which HBA adapters are supported by the SureFibre400 array?

The array supports Qlogic Qla2310F, Qla2340L, Qla2342L, Emulex LP9002L/9802L/982L, and LSIlogic FC40909G/FC40919O adapters.

How should the disk array ID be set to avoid conflicts?

Each array must have a unique ID between 0 and 7, and both controller cards in the same array must share the same ID.

What hard drive models are compatible with the SureFibre400 controller firmware?

Compatible drives include ST336605FC, ST373405FC, ST336607FC, ST373307FC, and ST3146807FC with the listed firmware versions.

What speed setting must be configured on Qlogic HBA cards before use?

The HBA speed should be changed to 1G/2G auto‑adaptive mode.

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