Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide

Chapter 3
Preparing the Host System
This chapter describes how to prepare the Tru64 UNIX host computer to accommodate the
HSG60 controller storage subsystem.
The following information is included in this chapter:
■ “Making a Physical Connection,” page 3–1
■ “Preparing LUNs for Access by Tru64 UNIX FileSystem,” page 3–2
■ “DECsafe Available Server Environment (ASE),” page 3–5
■ “HSG60 Units and Tru64 UNIX Utilities,” page 3–5
Making a Physical Connection
To attach the host computer to the storage subsystem, install one or more host bus adapters
into the computer. A Fibre Channel (FC) cable goes from the host bus adapter to an FC
switch.
Preparing to Install the Host Bus Adapter
Before you install the host bus adapter, perform the following steps:
1. Perform a complete backup of the entire system.
2. Shut down the computer system.
Installing the Host Bus Adapter
The first step in making a physical connection is the installation of a host bus adapter.