XCubeNXT 8100 & 5100 Hardware Manual

This article provides the official hardware manual for the QSAN XCubeNXT 8100 & 5100 unified storage systems. Designed for IT administrators, this guide covers installation, component overviews, and critical maintenance procedures for enterprise-grade NAS solutions running QSM 4.0.

Download: XN8100-XN5100 Hardware Manual

Click here to download the XCubeNXT 8100 & 5100 Hardware Manual (November 2024 Revision).

Key Sections:

  • System Components: Front/rear panel layouts, disk drive numbering, and LED indicators
  • Installation: Power supply units, fan modules, and optional host cards (Fibre Channel/iSCSI)
  • Cache-to-Flash Protection: Mechanism for safeguarding data during power loss
  • Technical Specifications: Rack mounting guidelines, regulatory compliance, and environmental tolerances

Critical Notes:

  • WARNING: Hot-swapping components like cache modules requires pressing the Attention Button to avoid damage
  • Note: Dual-controller configurations ensure redundancy – review cabling and firmware compatibility for optimal performance

Jetstor Support

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