DSN-3000 Series Quick Start Guide

The DSN-3000 Series Quick Start Guide provides the information needed to get your DSN-3000 out of the box and operational with a direct connection to a host computer. Follow the simple instructions in this guide, and in no time at all you will be part of the iSCSI revolution.

1 Unpack the Package Contents

Inspect the container for damage. Remove items and compare to the packing list. Contents may include DSN-3000 Series Storage System (DSN-3200-10 or DSN-3400-10), power cords, serial cable adapter, this quick-start guide, rack-mount kit, Product CD, and additional documentation.

2 What Else You Need

You will need a computer as the iSCSI initiator, static IP addresses and network cables (Category 6, 5E, or fiber optical), XFP modules for 10GbE, an independent AC power supply, disk drives, and optionally a separate computer for management console and an uninterruptible power supply/Ethernet switch.

3 Rack-Mount Instructions

Mount the DSN-3000 Series in a standard 19-inch rack using the provided kit. Ensure sufficient airflow and plan for heaviest items at the bottom. Attach mounting hardware to the unit, then slide it into place.

4 Install the DSN-3000 Series

The DSN-3000 Series is a full iSCSI subsystem supporting up to 15 SATA disks. LEDs for Power, Fault/Ready, port speed, activity, and status are on the front and rear panels.

5 Connect to the DSN-3200

Attach Ethernet cables from the 1GbE data ports on the back panel to your server or SAN switch. Connect the management console to the 10/100 data port. The diagnostic port (DB9) is for command-line interface and diagnostics.

6 Connect to the DSN-3400

Insert the XFP module into the XFP cage for 10GbE connections. The management console and diagnostic port are the same as for the DSN-3200.

7 Prepare Your Server

Use Windows 2003 Server or later. Ensure all updates, Service Packs, and drivers are installed. Install the latest Microsoft iSCSI initiator software.

8 Prepare the Management Console

Set a fixed IP address for the NIC (e.g., 192.168.1.2) to connect to the DSN-3000 management port (default 192.168.1.1). Download and install Java Runtime Environment 6 (JRE 6).

9 First-Time Startup

Plug in power cords and power up the DSN-3X00. Wait for the system to boot (up to 5 minutes). Access the management IP address (default 192.168.1.1) via your web browser. Accept the End User License Agreement and follow the Start-Up Wizard prompts to configure settings like administrator password, management port IP, and data port IPs.

10 Configure the DSN-3000 Series

After the first-time startup and reboot, access the DSN-3000 Series via its IP address. Log in using the administrative credentials. Navigate to System Administration to configure settings and refer to the D-Link Storage Management Center Software User's Guide for further configuration.