Compaq Clustering Solutions for Windows NT DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide v2.
Contents Compaq Clustering Solutions..................................................................................................................4 Clustering .........................................................................................................................................4 Why Compaq ....................................................................................................................................4 Hardware......................................................
MSCS Certifications ...........................................................................................................................48 Ordering DIGITAL Hardware/Software for a NT Cluster.................................................................49 Cluster Quick Start...............................................................................................................................60 Pointers for More Information .................................................................
Compaq Clustering Solutions Compaq Clustering Solutions for Windows NT maximize access to enterprise data by providing a means by which users can continue working even in the event of a server failure. These high-availability solutions allow a pair of DIGITAL Servers running Windows NT to be managed and accessed as a single system and support both DIGITAL Clusters for Windows NT (DCNT) and Microsoft Cluster Server (MSCS) as part of Microsoft Windows NT Server, Enterprise Edition.
Cluster Kits Compaq provides complete clustering solutions with hardware, tools, services, and support for the Windows NT environment.
that it can size. Solution Sizer is also linked to ServerMaker, which provides detailed, validated server configuration data, including parts lists and reseller-specific pricing data. ServerMaker ServerMaker is an easy to use, Windows-based, interactive software configuration tool designed to lead the user step-by-step through the DIGITAL NT Server configuration process.
• A shared disk pool to farm out disk space as virtual disks. This technology is based on a proven shared-disk technology. To date, there are over 500,000 OpenVMS “shared everything” clustered systems. • Mirrored cluster support to provide disaster-tolerance. • Support for more than two servers in a cluster, appearing as if they’re the same disk. • SnapShot Services to back up a system’s metadata before upgrading to a new release.
• Qualify and certify DIGITAL Server 1000, 3000, 5000, and 7000 families with currently supported processor variants on Microsoft’s Hardware Compatibility List. This enables your system to be supported by Microsoft technical assistance. • Qualify and certify DIGITAL hardware for use with DCNT and MSCS. Configurations listed on Microsoft’s Hardware Compatibility List enables your system to be supported by Microsoft technical assistance.
Many applications can be adapted to take advantage of MSCS’failover feature. These applications must be able to use TCP/IP and use remote storage for its data. (Applications that keep a significant state information in memory are not the best applications for clustering because any data not stored on disk is lost at failover.) Applications that can be failed over can support MSCS API or not. Those applications that support the MSCS API are MSCS-aware.
DIGITAL Clusters for Windows NT DIGITAL Clusters for Windows NT (DCNT) is a layered application on top of Windows NT. It is based on open industry standards and commodity building blocks. Important components are dual active servers, shared external SCSI storage and a GUI-based cluster configuration manager. DCNT has provided the benefits of clustering on Windows NT since 1996. Highlights • Offers a reliable and low-cost, high-availability solution for PC client/server LANs.
• Remote Cluster Administrator Remote Cluster Administrator that provides remote cluster management functions enabling the user to manage any cluster from a Win95 or Windows NT workstation or server. • Scalable design Scalability of each server allows for growth in processing, storage and I/O capacity to maximize investment protection ranging from 1000 to 7000 series servers. DCNT v1.1 SP2 The latest Service Pack for DCNT (v1.1 SP2) is available for download from: Externally - http://www.windows.
DCNT V1.1 SP1 Although only billed as a service pack, v1.1 SP1offers some fairly significant new functionality, including some of the most-requested enhancements to the product: • DCNT IP Address Failover Support for File Shares DCNT provides the ability to failover a NetBIOS over TCP/IP (NetBT) name in association with an IP address. The feature enables the capability of failing over file shares, which can be accessed over a wide area network using TCP/IP.
For details on setting up and using this new feature, see the "DIGITAL Clusters for Windows NT Administrator's Guide Addendum". • DCNT Elimination of Client Software Requirement Clients do not need to install cluster client software if they plan to access only socket-based applications or NTFS file shares through a TCP/IP connection on DCNT V1.1 SP1. Compaq recommends that you configure IP failover for new cluster installations.
Upgrading from DCNT to MSCS DCNT’s Migration Wizard helps customers migrate from DCNT V1.1 to MSCS. The Migration Wizard has two major components: • MIGWIZ/RDC (Read DIGITAL Clusters) - checks to ensure that DCNT is installed, reads the DCNT configuration, and writes that information to a file. • MIGWIZ/CCS (Configure Cluster Server) - using the configuration information stored by MIGWIZ/RDC, configures MSCS.
Client Support: Windows NT 4.x, 3.51, Windows for Workgroups 3.11, Windows 95 Supported DCNT Hardware DCNT v1.1 SP2 has been qualified in the following configurations using DIGITAL Servers: Note: Before using any of the hardware listed, consult the documentation for your system to be sure the options you selected are also supported on that system. Both DCNT and your system must support the hardware in your cluster configurations.
Server Family Cluster Kit Storage Host Bus Adapter Network Controller Min SCU (Intel) Or Min ECU (Alpha) System BIOS (Intel) Or Min ARC Firmware (A 12xx RA310 RA3103 or RA3000 2944UW1 FR-DE500-BA V1.10e V2.06 31xx RA310 RA450 BA356 RA3000 RA3103 or RA4503 or BA356 or RA3000 2944W1 or 2944UW1 FR-DE500-BA or FR-DE500-AA or FR-DE450-CA V1.10e V2.
71xx RA310 RA450 RA7000 RA3000 RA3103 or RA4503 or RA7000 or RA3000 2944W1 or 2944UW1 FR-DE500-BA or FR-DE500-AA or FR-DE450-CA V3.30 V1.00.07 BGO 73xx RA310 RA450 RA7000 RA3000 RA3103 or RA4503 or RA7000 or RA3000 KZPSA2 or 2944UW1 FR-DE500-BA or FR-DE500-AA or FR-DE450-CA V1.10 AlphaBIOS V5.65 1. 2944UW and 2944W host adapters on: • Intel-based DIGITAL Servers require the 1.25c version of the Adaptec driver (file name AIC78XX.SYS, file version 4.00, pr internal name BW0045a PV0145a v1.
Differences between DCNT and MSCS Here’s a quick summary of the differences between DCNT and MSCS so that you can decide which product best meets your customer’s needs. Feature DCNT MSCS Cost $995 per server and $1990 per cluster plus the cost of NT 4.0 Standard Edition for each server $4,000.
Oracle failover Yes (7.x) – Workgroup and Enterprise Editions Yes (8.x) Lotus Notes Domino failover Yes - 4.6 Active/Active support through partitioned Domino Yes servers Netscape SuiteSpot Web Server 3.0 failover Yes Yes Microsoft Internet Information Server failover Yes (version 3.0) Yes (version 4.
ServerWORKS Manager Overview For Compaq customers, server manageability is as important a requirement as system performance and reliability. Customers also need to manage more than servers. They need to manage desktop systems, the network, and mission-critical applications. Most of our customers have fairly complex environments, and therefore need management tools that are effective in a multi-vendor environment, as well as tools that scale well from the workgroup to the enterprise.
Using ServerWORKS Manager with Clusters A cluster provides high availability of services to the network. Typically, a cluster consists of two servers that are similarly configured with resources like applications, databases, and hardware components. When a server on which the resource groups reside is unavailable, another cluster continues to provide the resources.
Figure 1-2 Cluster Member Information from the System Browser Window Viewing Information about Cluster Resource Groups 1. Click the System Groups button. 2. Select the Cluster tab of the System Browser. The servers in the cluster are listed in the Cluster Member list. The resource groups are listed in the Cluster Groups list. If the cluster members are configured with the same resources, the Cluster Group list is the same for each cluster member. See Figure 1-2.
sets up an alarm on the server Management agent (svrmgt) by getting information from the cluster agent. The ServerWORKS Manager trap message displays the name of the resource and a message that indicates transition of control from one server to another. • Not Current Controller – The server sending this trap has lost control of a resource • Current Controller – The server sending this trap has gained control of a resource You can use the change in control to set alarms on resources.
Figure 1-5 Add New Component Status Alarm Category Tab 5. From the Alarm Category drop-down list, choose the Cluster Group Status. 6. On the Items to be Monitored list, select the cluster resources on which you are setting the alarms. You can choose from: • All Cluster Groups (all resources that were defined when you created the cluster) • Any or all of the remaining resource groups. Different clusters will have different selections. Figure 1-6 Add New Component Status Alarm Dialog Box 7.
8. Click the Severity tab and select a severity. 9. Click the Polling tab and set polling parameters. 10. Click the Actions tab and set actions you want to initiate when ServerWORKS receives the trap from the server management agent. You can: • Send an email notice. • Send a paging message. • Execute a program or script. For example, you can write a script the will run backup on a server if the server continues to run after a transition of resource.
• Storage building blocks (hot-swap disks) • Application software • Windows NT Server, or Windows NT Server/ Enterprise Edition, which contains Microsoft Cluster Server • Base Clustering software Note: DCNT is provided at no additional charge in the RA450 Cluster Kits. However, it must be purchased separately (use part number QB-53V9A-SA) if used with the BA356, RA7000, or RA3000 Cluster Kits.
FR-CK356-UP - BA356 Pedestal DIGITAL Server Cluster Kit Original Part Number Qty Description DS-BA356-KH 1 Ultra SCSI differential channel shelf, 2 dual speed blowers FR-PCTAZ-FB 2 Adaptec 2944UW Differential Ultra Wide SCSI controller SWDKT-DD 1 Cluster Enabling Kit (Windows NT Alpha Cluster Documentation) Includes: 2 Y-cables, 1 differential SCSI cable, cluster installation and configuration documentation, 2 terminators, updated RAID management software and licenses BN37A-05 1 17-04377-0
FR-CK356-UR - BA356 Rackmount DIGITAL Server Cluster Kit Original Part Number Qty Description DS-BA356-JF 1 Ultra SCSI differential channel shelf, 2 dual speed blowers Includes: Rack mounting kit for BA350/BA356 shelves in RETMA, two 19in mounting angles (4U)* FR-PCTAZ-FB 2 Adaptec 2944UW Differential Ultra Wide SCSI controller SWDKT-DD 1 Cluster Enabling Kit (Windows NT Alpha Cluster Documentation) Includes: 2 Y-cables, 1 differential SCSI cable, cluster installation and configuration docume
Note: HSOF firmware version 5.1 or greater (for the HSZ50 controller or RA450) is required for 9 GB disk support. This firmware is included in the Cluster Kit. The RA450 Cluster Kit also includes DCNT, and only supports Intel-based DIGITAL Servers.
DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide
FR-CK450-RR- RA450 Rackmount DIGITAL Server Cluster Kit Original Part Number Qty Description SWXRA-W4 1 RAID Array 450 24 SBB Rackmount Storage Subsystem Includes: HSZ50 6 channel controller, tri-link with terminator, 32MB write back cache expandable to 64MB or 128MB, single cache battery in SBB with cable, 24 SBB wide SCSI cabinet for wide or narrow disk drives, 5 shelf power supplies optionally expandable to 8, 8 fans for fully redundant cooling, 5M host to controller cable, serial line assembly
RA7000 Cluster Kit Pedestal version: FR-CK700-UP Rackmount version: FR-CK700-UR The RA7000 Cluster Kit supports up to 24 SBBs, and provides dual redundant RAID controllers support, eliminating the RAID controller as a single point of failure. The RA7000 includes the StorageWorks HSZ70 controller, a 6-channel ultra-wide controller.
FR-CK700-UR – RA7000 Rackmount DIGITAL Server Cluster Kit Original Part Number Qty Description DS-BA370-AA 1 RAID Array 7000 Rackmount enclosure DS-HSZ70-AH 1 Ultra SCSI RAID controller with 64 MB cache DS-HS35X-BC 1 Single Ethernet cache battery in SBB 70-33885-01 1 Rackmount kit This kit replaces the rackmount kit that comes with the DSBA370-AA as of June 1998.
The RA3000 Cluster Kit supports the RA3000 disk drive shelf (DS-SWXRA-GN). The disk drive shelf contains a UltraSCSI, wide, straight buss device shelf (DS-BA356-JD or equivalent), a second 180 Watt power brick (DS-BA35X-HH), a one half meter UltraSCSI cable (BN37A-0E), plus power cords, mounting bracket and mounting hardware and documentation. The personality card of the disk shelf (DS-BA35X-FA, 70-33067-02) must be revision level H-1 or higher.
FR-CK300-UP- RA3000 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kit Part Number Qty Description QB-5TWAE-SA 1 Solutions Software Kit - Windows NT Intel/PCI Includes: StorageWorks Command Console, platform specific software, installation scripts, installation documentation QB-5TWAD-SA 1 Solutions Software Kit - Windows NT Alpha Support for Alpha-based DIGITAL Servers is available, but not certified with MSCS.
RAID Management software and firmware The 450, 7000, and 3000 Cluster Kits also include the StorageWorks Command Console RAID management software, the HSZdisk drivers and the HSOF firmware necessary for the RAID controllers to support clustering. ServerWORKS Manager Each DIGITAL Server Cluster Kit includes ServerWORKS Manager, which provides management of the cluster components in the overall network management scheme.
DCNT solution allows for dual active server operation, it is recommended that both servers be capable of handling the combined workloads of the two servers, as would occur during a failover operation. This should be taken into account when determining which servers are clustered together. For example, a DIGITAL Server 1200 handling file/print services should not be paired with a DIGITAL Server 7100 database server, handling near-capacity workloads. Each server must have at least one internal hard disk.
Interface Cards (NIC) and cabling. DCNT supports NetBEUI, TCP/IP, and IPX/SPX network protocols. MSCS supports the TCP/IP network protocol. • Storage Options A variety of options are available for the StorageWorks RAID Arrays. For example, the RA450 supports a redundant HSZ50 controller, which requires additional controller software, optional cache battery packaging, additional power supplies, and spare EMUs. These options must be purchased separately.
drives, expansion SCSI cable RAID Options The following sections describe RAID Array options.
RA7000 Options You can order the following options for the RA7000: Part Number Description DS-HSZ70-AH Redundant HSZ70 Controller for dual controllers in DS-SWXRA-HC Includes: 64MB cache Requires: DS-HS35X-BC Battery and HSZ70 Solution Software DS-HS35X-BC Single external cache battery Includes: one battery in a single SBB DS-HSSIM-AB 64MB Controller Cache Memory Adds up to 64MB to each controller Requires: redundant controllers require equal amounts of cache DS-SWXRA-HB Pedestal Disk Expansion
RA3000 Options You can order the following options for the RA3000: Part Number Description DS-HSZ22-AA Redundant HSZ22 Controller for dual controllers in DS-SWXRA-HC Available Q3 CY 1998 Includes: 16MB cache and two 16MB SIMMs for mirror cache, one BN37A-05 5 meter Ultra-SCSI cable, on eBN38E-OB adapter Note: Only one platform kit is required per controller pair DS-HSZ22-AB Available Q3 CY 1998 Second HSZ22 controller with two 32Mbytes Includes: SIMMs for cache and two 32 Mbyte SIMMs for mirror c
Ready-to-Go Cluster Components Although there are several Ready-to-Go Cluster configurations available, the following example lists the components of the Ready-to-Go Cluster using the 7305. The DIGITAL Server 7305HA is a H9A10 white cabinet 1.70m high (34U) dual AC-In Power Distribution Unit containing: • Two 7305R DIGITAL Servers each with: − One 64-bit Alpha EV5.6 533Mhz with 4MB cache − Integrated S3 Trio SVGA graphic controller with 1MB VRAM − One CDROM drive − One 1.
Ordering Ready-to-Go Clusters You can order the DIGITAL Server 7305HA with either: • Microsoft NT 4.
• Windows NT Server Fileshare Creation - This service component includes the formatting and partitioning of one previously-installed 9.0 or less GB disk drive, plus the creation and setup of one fileshare on the local disk, which is physically installed in the server. Then up to five previously networked PC clients are configured by mapping them to the new server-based fileshare. For more information on Installation and Startup Services for Windows NT Clusters, go to: Internal Web Link: http://mcsd1.
Internal Web Link: http://www-amcs.shr.dec.com/mkt/Svc_bronze.html External Web Link: http://www.digital.com/services/mcs/mcs_sntbronze.htm • Bronze Software Support for Microsoft Windows NT Bronze Software Support for Microsoft Windows NT makes a positive impact on your customer's business operations and systems investments by maximizing your customer's overall software performance and availability.
Gold Support for Windows NT provides the highest levels of responsiveness and problem-resolution capabilities, designed specifically for business-critical environments. This service increases responsiveness and expedites problem resolution by routing critical service requests directly to a dedicated Gold Support Team and ensuring comprehensive problem management by a high-level, named Technical Account Manager.
• System Management Services for Windows NT A dedicated Program Manager is your customer's single point of contact, and provides the following services: − Coordinates vendor service agreements − Routes troubleshooting calls − Coordinates training, upgrades, and billing − Plans ongoing, cost-effective service solutions − Qualifies all vendors to stringent quality, skill, and performance standards − Negotiates the most favorable service agreements − Selects multiple service partners to assure
For the official Microsoft Hardware Compatibility List, go to: http://www.microsoft.com/hwtest Select Cluster in the first entry field; DIGITAL Equipment Corp. in the second entry field. For the latest information on the status of our Microsoft Cluster Server qualification and certification efforts, go to: http://akin40.mro.dec.com Select Clusters, select DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits, and then select MSCS Qualification and Certification Schedule.
5100 SMP 2944UW RA7000 FR-DE500-BA DIGITAL Server Cluster Model 5100/RA7000u 5100 SMP N/A RA7000FC Emulex Hub DIGITAL Server Cluster Model 5100/RA7000 Fibre Channel 5200 1 2944UW RA310 FR-DE500-BA DIGITAL Server Cluster Model 5200(1P)/RA310u 5200 SMP 2944UW RA310 FR-DE500-BA DIGITAL Server Cluster Model 5200/RA310u 5200 SMP 2944UW RA450 FR-DE500-BA DIGITAL Server Cluster Model 5200/RA450u 5200 SMP 2944UW RA7000 FR-DE500-BA DIGITAL Server Cluster Model 5200/RA7000u 5200 SM
Note: You can use the Product Handbook or ServerMaker to generate a parts list. Although you can mix two different servers of the same architecture (for example, two different Intel-based servers), Compaq recommends that you use two identical servers of the same architecture.
DIGITAL Servers Feature 12xx ECC Memory Yes 31xx 32xx 33xx 51xx 52xx 53xx Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Hot swap bays Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Multi-channel RAID Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Redundant cooling fan Dual power supply Yes Redundant power supply Yes Yes Rackable Yes Yes Yes Yes No No No MSCS support Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes DCNT support Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes versions, CPU/cache II – Pentium II Pro – Pentium Pro 1200 II 6233/512 1205 I
If you plan to use an existing server, check the following tables to make sure that it is supported. Pair any existing server with a new server capable of handling the workload of both servers. It is recommended that both servers provide the same basic performance capabilities (for example, purchase a second 5100 to pair with an existing 5100).
Alpha-based Servers: Supported with DCNT or MSCS Platform CPU version Alpha BIOS for DCNT 3300 400 5.64 3305 500 5.64 5300 400 5.65 5305 533 5.65 7300 400 5.65 7305 533 5.65 AlphaServers (Universal Platforms) Supported with DCNT Platform CPU version Alpha BIOS 800 333 5.64 400 5.64 500 5.64 266 Check with your sales representative 333 Check with your sales representative 400 Check with your sales representative 500 Check with your sales representative 400 5.
QTY Intel-based DIGITAL Servers QTY Alpha-based DIGITAL Servers DIGITAL Server 1200, 1205, 1210 DIGITAL Server 3300, 3305 DIGITAL Server 3100, 3105 DIGITAL Server 5300, 5305 DIGITAL Server 3200, 3205, 3210, 3220, 3225 DIGITAL Server 7300, 7305, 7310 DIGITAL Server 5100, 5105 DIGITAL Server 5200, 5205, 5210, 5220, 5225 DIGITAL Server 7100, 7105 Step 2 Order one of the DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits.
DS-SWXRA-HB RA7000 Pedestal Disk Expansion Cabinet Requires: Expansion Cable Kit (DS-SWXRA-HB) for each Disk Expansion Cabinet DS-BA370-AA RA7000 Rackmount Disk Expansion Cabinet Requires: Expansion Cable Kit (DS-SWXRA-HB) for each Disk Expansion Cabinet DS-SWXRA-GD RA3000 Disk Expansion Cabinet Includes: 120/240 V, with space for an additional 7 UltraSCSI disk drives, expansion SCSI cable Requires: another Software Platform Kit Step 4 Order Storage Building Blocks (SBB) for the storage and/or exp
Part Number Qty of FR-RZ1BB-VW or DS-RZ1BB-VW (2.1GB)1 Qty of FR-RZ1CB-VW or DS-RZ1CB-VW 2 (4.3GB) Qty of FR-RZ1CD-VW or DS-RZ1CD-VW (4GB at 1000 rpm) Qty of FR-RZ1DB-VW or DS-RZ1DF-VW (9.1GB) Qty of DS-RZ1EF-VA (18.2GB – Fast Narrow) FR-CK356-UP (6 max.) Not supported FR-CK356-UR (6 max.) Not supported FR-CK450-RP (24 max.) FR-CK450-RR (24 max.) FR-CK700-UP (24 max) FR-CK700-UR (24 max) FR-CK300-UP (7 max.
Step 5 Order any optional storage options. The following table lists storage options.
FR-SWXBP-SD Shelf power supply for RA450 FR-HS35X-BA Single cache battery FR-HS35X-BB Dual cache battery FR-SWXBF-AA Dual speed fan kit for RA450 FR-SWXBE-AA Environmental Monitor Unit for RA450.
Step 6 Order the operating system and application software, as needed. Deploying a MSCS environment: • Windows NT Server, Enterprise Edition (includes Microsoft Cluster Server) QTY Item 2 Windows NT Server, Enterprise Edition Deploying a DCNT environment: • Windows NT Server 4.0 (required for each server) • Windows NT Service Pack 3 (required for each server) • DCNT* v1.1 SP2 QTY Item Part number 1* DCNT v1.1 SP2 QB-53V9A-SA* 2 Windows NT Server, Standard Edition 4.
Step 2 Install Shared Bus Host Adapters Install one Adaptec 2944UW host adapter (controller) in each server. & documentation for specific procedures. Refer to your server Step 3 Install Network Cards Install the network cards for the public and private network needs. & for specific procedures. Refer to your server documentation Step 4 Install Private Network Cable Connect the private network with the supplied cross-over network (UTP) cable.
Step 10 Install RAID Drivers on Host A Install the HSZDISK.SYS class driver for the RAID Array. & Refer to your StorageWorks RAID Arrays for Windows NT Clusters Installation Guide for specific procedures. Step 11 Install Console Software on Host A Install StorageWorks Command Console to create logical units (LUNs). & Refer to your StorageWorks RAID Arrays for Windows NT Clusters Installation Guide for specific procedures.
& Refer to your Microsoft Cluster Server Administrator’s Guide for specific procedures. Step 16b Install DIGITAL Clusters for Windows NT § Use the Cluster Checkout Utility on the Quick Launch CD to verify the connections in your cluster. § Turn off the power for the RAID Array, and boot both servers. § On Host A, install DIGITAL Clusters for Windows NT. Leave Host A up and running. Do not reboot the server at this time. § On Host B, install DIGITAL Clusters for Windows NT.
