Dell EqualLogic PS4100 Storage Arrays Installation and Setup Guide Version 1.
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Table of Contents Preface 1 Understanding the Array Installation Procedure 2 Rack Mounting the Array Before You Begin Protecting Hardware Steps for Mounting an Array in a Rack 3 Connecting the Array Cables Network Requirements and Recommendations Minimum and Recommended Cable Configurations Connect the Array to the Network Set Up a Serial Connection to the Array 4 Software Configuration Choose a Configuration Method Collect Configuration Information Start the Software Configuration Set the Member RAID Pol
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Preface This manual describes how to install Dell™ EqualLogic® PS4100 storage array hardware, configure the software, and start using the iSCSI SAN array. With one or more PS Series storage arrays, you can create a PS Series group—a self-managing, iSCSI storage area network (SAN) that is affordable and easy to use, regardless of scale. Audience The information in this guide is intended for the administrators responsible for installing array hardware.
Installation and Setup Guide Preface For customers in the United States, call 800-945-3355. For a listing of International Dell EqualLogic support numbers, visit support.dell.com/global. Note: If you do not have access to an Internet connection, contact information is printed on your invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell product catalog. Use the following procedure to contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer service issues: 1. Visit support.dell.
1 Understanding the Array Installation Procedure To set up your array and start using the iSCSI SAN array, follow these steps: 1. Install the array in a rack. See Rack Mounting the Array on page 3. 2. Connect the array to power and the network. See Connect and Secure the Power Cables on page 1 and Connect the Array to the Network on page 10. 3. Configure the PS Series software. First, initialize an array to make it accessible on the network.
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2 Rack Mounting the Array For proper operation, a PS Series storage array must be properly installed in a rack. This section contains general electrostatic, safety, network, and installation information for PS Series arrays. After installing the array in a rack, connect the power and network cables, as described in Chapter 3. Before You Begin Before installing the array: • Read the installation safety precautions. See Installation Safety Precautions on page 3.
2 Rack Mounting the Array Installation and Setup Guide • Mount the array in a horizontal orientation, or you will void your array warranty and support contract. Environmental Requirements The rack location must meet the following environmental requirements: • The power source can supply a voltage range of 100V to 240V AC.
Installation and Setup Guide 2 Rack Mounting the Array 1. Determine where to place the mounting rails in the rack. 2. Attach the mounting rails to the rack. 3. Slide the chassis into the rack. 4. Attach the chassis to the front of the mounting rails. 5. Install the bezel. These steps are described in detail in the following sections. Determine Where to Place the Mounting Rails in the Rack Make sure there is enough space in the rack for the chassis. In a standard rack, a 2U chassis will span six holes.
Installation and Setup Guide 2 Rack Mounting the Array Installing the Bezel The steps for installing the bezel are the same for all array models. 1. Hook the right end of the bezel onto the right side of the chassis. 2. Swing the left end of the bezel towards the left side of the chassis. 3. Press the bezel into place until the release latch closes. 4. Using the key provided, lock the bezel and store the key in a safe place.
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Installation and Setup Guide 4 Software Configuration Note: If the array does not respond, contact your PS Series support provider for information on how to proceed. 2. At the login prompt, enter grpadmin for both the account (login) name and the password. Passwords do not appear on the screen. 3. When prompted, enter y to start the setup utility. 4. When prompted, enter the array and group configuration information from Collect Configuration Information on page 15.
Installation and Setup Guide 4 Software Configuration Saving the configuration ... Waiting for configuration to become active......Done Group member member1 now active in the group. Group group1 has been created with one member. Use the Group Manager GUI or CLI to set the RAID policy for the member. You can then create a volume that a host can connect to using an iSCSI initiator.
Installation and Setup Guide 4 Software Configuration If you used the setup utility to create or expand a group, or added the array to an existing group with the Remote Setup Wizard, you must set the RAID policy for the group member. Use either the Group Manager command line interface (CLI) or the graphical user interface (GUI) to set the RAID policy. Using the CLI to Set the RAID Policy To use the Group Manager CLI to set the RAID policy for a new group member: 1.
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Installation and Setup Guide 5 Storage Allocation – Using the GUI, expand Volumes in the far-left panel, select the volume name, and click the Access tab. If necessary, use the CLI or the GUI to create an access control record that the computer will match. 3. To display the iSCSI target name for the volume: – Using the CLI, enter the following command: – Using the GUI, expand Volumes in the far-left panel, select the volume name, and click the Connections tab. volume select volume_name show 4.
Index G A access control records creating 22 access controls setting up with CLI 21 accounts configuring after setup 27 array choosing where to mount 6 initializing 15 mounting in rack 6 network address 15 RAID policy 18 software configuration 15 group accessing volumes from a computer 26 advanced tasks 27 creating 15 customizing after setup 27 expanding 15 IP address 16 logging in to CLI 19 logging in to GUI 19 name 16 GUI setting RAID policy 18-19 H hardware B bezel requirements 4 supplied 5 Host
Index: member – volumes Remote Setup Wizard member default gateway 15 naming 15 netmask 15 network address 15 RAID policy 18 configuring the software 18 S safety precautions installation 3 N serial cable characteristics 12 connecting 11 pin locations 12 pinout information 12 netmask member setting 15 network array IP address 15 configuring multiple interfaces 27 group IP address 16 improving performance 9 recommendations 9 requirements 9 network interfaces setup utility configuring the software 16
Index: warranty – warranty creating 21 creating standard 22 creating with CLI 21 naming 21 reported size 21 snapshot space 21 target name for 26 thin provisioning settings 21 W warranty 29 33
