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Barracuda Message Archiver Panel Indicators, Ports, and Connectors

Barracuda Message Archiver Panel Indicators, Ports, and Connectors

May 19, 2026

As of January 1, 2026, the BMA 150 model is End-of-Sales. Support for hardware and software-related issues will continue for BMA 150 customers. Customers with an active Instant Replacement (IR) subscription will automatically receive the upgraded BMA350 model and will not experience any disruption in service. If you are currently covered by IR, no further action is needed.

The model illustrations in this article can differ based on release date and may change in the future. If your appliance connections differ from those shown in this article, contact Barracuda Networks Technical Support for additional information.

Barracuda Message Archiver Models 150, 350, 450, and 650

Front Panel Components

The following figure illustrates the Barracuda Message Archiver models 150, 350, 450, and 650 power and disk activity indicator lights:

The following table describes the Barracuda Message Archiver model 150 front panel power and disk activity indicator lights:

Component Name

Description

Component Name

Description

Power Button

Push to power on the appliance, tap to shut down.

Reset Button

Push for five seconds to safely reboot the appliance.

Power Indicator

Displays a solid blue when the system is powered on.

Disk Light

Displays a solid green light and blinks during disk activity.

Model 150 Rear Panel Ports and Connectors

The following figure illustrates the Barracuda Message Archiver model 150 rear panel ports and connectors:

The following table describes the Barracuda Message Archiver model 150 rear panel ports and connectors:

Port/Connector Name

Details

Port/Connector Name

Details

Power Supply

Power supply input.

Mouse Port

Optional. Mouse port.

Keyboard Port

Optional. PS2 keyboard connection.

VGA Port

Recommended. Video graphics array (VGA) monitor connection.

HDMI Port

Optional. HDMI video connection.

USB Ports (4)

Optional. USB device connection.

Network Port

Network connection.

Serial Port

Optional. Serial device connection.

Models 350 and 450 Rear Panel Ports and Connectors

The following figure illustrates the Barracuda Message Archiver models 350 and 450 rear panel ports and connectors:

The following table describes the Barracuda Message Archiver models 350 and 450 rear panel ports and connectors:

Port/Connector Name

Details

Port/Connector Name

Details

Power Supply

Power supply input.

Power Switch

Power switch.

Mouse Port

Optional. Mouse port.

Keyboard Port

Optional. PS2 keyboard connection.

USB Ports (2)

Optional. USB device connection.

Dual Link DVI-D Port

Optional. Digital monitor connection.

Serial Port

Optional. Serial device connection.

HDMI Port

Optional. HDMI video connection.

USB Ports (2)

Optional. USB device connection.

Network Port

Network connection.

Model 650 Rear Panel Ports and Connectors

The following figure illustrates the Barracuda Message Archiver model 650 rear panel ports and connectors:

The following table describes the Barracuda Message Archiver model 650 rear panel ports and connectors:

Port/Connector Name

Details

Port/Connector Name

Details

Power Supply

Power supply input.

Power Switch

Power switch.

Serial Port

Optional. Serial device connection.

IPMI Port

Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) port for device management over the network.

USB Ports (4)

Optional. USB device connection.

Network Ports (2)

Network connection.

VGA Port

Recommended. Video graphics array (VGA) monitor connection.

Barracuda Message Archiver Model 850 and 950

Front Panel Components

The following figure illustrates the Barracuda Message Archiver models 850 and 950 power and disk activity indicator lights:

The following table describes the Barracuda Message Archiver front panel indicator lights for models 850 and 950.

Component Name

Description

Component Name

Description

Power Supply/Internal Fan

Power supply and internal fan issue indicators:

  • Continuously on and red – An overheat condition has occurred; this may be caused by cable congestion.

  • Blinking red (1Hz) – Fan failure, check for an inoperative fan.

  • Blinking red (0.25Hz) – Power failure; check for non-operational power supply.

  • Solid blue – Local UID has been activated; use this function to locate the server in a rack-mount environment.

  • Blining blue (300 mSEC) – Remote UID is on; initiate this function from a remote location to identify the appliance.

Network Activity (2)

Blinks green to indicate network activity.

Disk Light

Displays a solid orange light and blinks during disk activity.

Power Light

Displays a solid green light when the system is powered on.

Reset Button

Push for 5 seconds to reset the appliance.

Power Button

Push to power on the appliance, and tap to safely reboot the appliance.

Model 850 Rear Panel Ports and Connectors

The following figure illustrates the Barracuda Message Archiver model 850 rear panel ports and connectors:

The following table describes the Barracuda Message Archiver model 850 rear panel ports and connectors:

Port/Connector Name

Details

Port/Connector Name

Details

Power Supply (2)

Power supply input.(1)

Power Indicator Lights

Displays based on power supply health:

  • Solid green light – System is powered on and the power supply is healthy

  • Solid orange/amber light – Power supply is degraded*

  • No light – System is not powered on or a power supply unit (PSU) has failed

Serial Port

Optional. Serial device connection.

IPMI Port

IPMI port for device management over the network.

USB Ports (4)

Optional. USB device connection.

Network Ports (2)

Network connection.

VGA Port

Recommended. Video graphics array (VGA) monitor connection.

Note: (1)The power supply may be degraded when, for example, one of the PSUs is not functioning. Push Reset; if this does not resolve the issue you may need to replace a PSU. Contact Barracuda Networks Technical Support for additional troubleshooting.

Model 950 Rear Panel Ports and Connectors

The following figure illustrates the Barracuda Message Archiver model 950 rear panel ports and connectors:

The following table describes the Barracuda Message Archiver model 950 rear panel ports and connectors:

Port/Connector Name

Details

Power Supply (2)

Power supply input.(1)

Power Indicator Lights

Displays based on power supply health:

  • Solid green light – System is powered on and the power supply is healthy

  • Solid orange/amber light – Power supply is degraded*

  • No light – System is not powered on or a power supply unit (PSU) has failed

Serial Port

Optional. Serial device connection.

IPMI Port

IPMI port for device management over the network.

USB Ports (4)

Optional. USB device connection.

Network Ports (2)

Network connection.

VGA Port

Recommended. Video graphics array (VGA) monitor connection.

Note: (1)The power supply may be degraded when, for example, one of the PSUs is not functioning. Push Reset; if this does not resolve the issue you may need to replace a PSU. Contact Barracuda Networks Technical Support for additional troubleshooting.

Barracuda Message Archiver Model 1050

Front Panel Components

The following figure illustrates the Barracuda Message Archiver model 1050 power and disk activity indicator lights:

The following table describes the front panel indicator lights for model 1050.

Component Name

Description

Power Button

Push to power on the appliance, and tap to safely reboot the appliance.

Reset Button

Push for 5 seconds to reset the appliance.

Power Light

Displays a solid green light when the system is powered on.

Disk Light

Displays a solid orange light and blinks during disk activity.

Network Activity (2)

Blinks green to indicate network activity.

Power Supply/Internal Fan Indicators

Power supply and internal fan issue indicators:

  • Continuously on and red – An overheat condition has occurred; this may be caused by cable congestion.

  • Blinking red (1Hz) – Fan failure, check for an inoperative fan.

  • Blinking red (0.25Hz) – Power failure; check for non-operational power supply.

  • Solid blue – Local UID has been activated; use this function to locate the server in a rack-mount environment.

  • Blining blue (300 mSEC) – Remote UID is on; initiate this function from a remote location to identify the appliance.

Rear Panel Ports and Connectors

The following figure illustrates the Barracuda Message Archiver model 1050 rear panel ports and connectors:

The following table describes the Barracuda Message Archiver model 1050 rear panel ports and connectors:

Port/Connector Name

Details

Power Supply (2)

Power supply input.(1)

Power Indicator Lights

Displays based on power supply health:

  • Solid green light – System is powered on and the power supply is healthy

  • Solid orange/amber light – Power supply is degraded*

  • No light – System is not powered on or a power supply unit (PSU) has failed

Serial Port

Optional. Serial device connection.

IPMI Port

IPMI port for device management over the network.

USB Ports (4)

Optional. USB device connection.

Network Ports (2)

Network connection.

VGA Port

Recommended. Video graphics array (VGA) monitor connection.

Note: (1)The power supply may be degraded when, for example, one of the PSUs is not functioning. Push Reset; if this does not resolve the issue you may need to replace a PSU. Contact Barracuda Networks Technical Support for additional troubleshooting.

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