Administrator Guide

Software Requirements
The software requirements that apply to the primary Data Collector also apply to the remote Data Collector. However, a remote Data
Collector uses the le system to store data so there is no database requirement.
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Data Collector Requirements
Dell Storage Manager Virtual Appliance Requirements
The Dell Storage Manager Virtual Appliance requires the following conditions.
Component Requirement
Server operating
system
VMware vSphere 5.5, 6.0, or 6.5 with 64–bit hardware
Datastore size 55 GB
CPU 64-bit (x64) microprocessor with two or more cores
The Data Collector requires four cores for environments with 100,000 or more Active Directory members or
groups
Memory Varies based on size of the storage environment
• 4 GB: 1–5 storage arrays or 1–3000 total volumes
• 8 — 32GB: 6–10 storage arrays or 3001 or more total volumes or 100,000 or more Active Directory
members or groups
Software
• VMware vCenter Server
• VMware vSphere High Availability
Installing and Conguring a Remote Data Collector
To install and congure a remote Data Collector at a disaster recovery site, install the Data Collector on a server, and then congure it
to connect to the primary
Data Collector.
NOTE: For user interface reference information, click Help.
Install a Remote Data Collector
Install the Data Collector on a server located at a disaster recovery site.
Prerequisites
• Your site must meet the remote Data Collector conguration requirements.
• The server must meet the Data Collector software and hardware requirements.
Steps
1. Download the Storage Manager Data Collector software.
a. Go to www.dell.com/support.
b. Log on to the customer or partner portal.
c. Click Knowledge Center, then download the Storage Manager Data Collector Setup le.
2. Unzip and launch the Storage Manager Data Collector Setup le. The Dell Storage Manager Data Collector - InstallShield Wizard
appears.
3. Click Next. The License Agreement page appears.
4. Click Yes to accept the license agreement. The Setup Status page appears and displays installation progress. When installation
is complete, the InstallShield Wizard Complete page appears.
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Remote Data Collector