HP StorageWorks Modular Smart Array FC VDS Hardware Provider for Windows 2003 administration guide Part number: T1634-96074 Third edition: February 2007
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Contents Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . About this guide . . . . . . . . . Intended audience . . . . . . . . Related documentation . . . . . . Document conventions and symbols HP technical support . . . . . . . Subscription service . . . . . . . HP websites . . . . . . . . . . . Documentation feedback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figures 1 ..HP MSA VDS hardware provider solution block diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 ..Hardware and software preconfiguration diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tables 1 ..Document conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 2 ..VDS error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 3 ..Event log messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preface About this guide This guide provides information about: • The HP Modular Smart Array FC VDS Hardware Provider for Windows 2003 • Requirements and procedures for installing the hardware provider on a Windows host • Configuring the HP StorageWorks Modular Smart Array (MSA) for use with the hardware provider For supported MSAs and Windows 2003 versions, see the HP Modular Smart Array FC VDS Hardware Provider for Windows 2003 release notes.
Document conventions and symbols Table 1 Document conventions Convention Element Blue text: Table 1 Cross-reference links and e-mail addresses Blue, underlined text: http://www.hp.
HP technical support For worldwide technical support information, see the HP support website: http://www.hp.com/support Before contacting HP, collect the following information: • • • • • • Product model names and numbers Technical support registration number (if applicable) Product serial numbers Error messages Operating system type and revision level Detailed questions Subscription service HP recommends that you register your product at the Subscriber’s Choice for Business website: http://www.hp.
Preface
1 Quick start for the HP MSA VDS hardware provider This chapter summarizes installation for those who want to get a quick start without reading the details contained in later chapters. If you need additional details, see "Preconfiguration" on page 17 and "Installation" on page 21. IMPORTANT: A successful installation depends on using compatible versions of the OS and all installed software. See the hardware provider release notes for version requirements.
Quick start for the HP MSA VDS hardware provider
2 Overview of the HP MSA VDS hardware provider The HP MSA VDS hardware provider is software that installs on a Windows 2003 server connected to an HP MSA disk array. The hardware provider works with the Microsoft Virtual Disk Service (VDS) to expand the capability of the Windows operating system and Windows applications to manage the HP disk array LUNs and ports.
Windows Disk Management Windows Disk Management consists of the Windows software and user interfaces that enable you to manage disks, volumes, and file systems. The user interface for disk management is included in the Computer Management application within the Administrative Tools Control Panel. Windows management applications Windows applications operate through the Microsoft VDS service and the HP hardware provider to use and manage array disks and volumes.
HP MSA VDS hardware provider The HP MSA VDS hardware provider consists of special HP DLLs and executables that install on the Windows server. These components extend the capability of Windows and Windows applications to communicate with and manage the disk array. The advantage of VDS and the HP MSA VDS hardware provider is that they enable you to manage multiple array models from a single interface.
Overview of the HP MSA VDS hardware provider
3 Preconfiguring for the HP MSA VDS hardware provider This chapter lists hardware and software components that support the HP MSA VDS hardware provider and explains how to preconfigure the disk array and Windows 2003 servers for use with the hardware provider. You must complete the procedures in this chapter before you install and configure the HP hardware provider. For HP MSA VDS hardware provider documentation and software downloads, see the following web location: http://www.hp.
Figure 2 Hardware and software preconfiguration diagram Software IMPORTANT: A successful installation depends on using compatible versions of the OS and software. See the hardware provider release notes for version requirements.
When using the VDS framework to create and manage LUNs, make LUNs close to the same size as the physical disk size. You can make LUNs smaller than a physical disk (or disks, if spanning multiple disks), but any space left over on the physical disk(s) cannot be used. For example, if you have three 36 GB drives totalling 108 GB and you create a LUN of 20 GB spanning all three disks, the remaining 88 GB are unusable.
the HP Array Configuration Utility user guide. Install the MPIO software, if used. Ensure the array is connected through a Fibre Channel switch to the hardware provider server as explained previously. NOTE: When using the VDS framework to create and manage LUNs, make LUNs close to the same size as the physical disk size. You can make LUNs smaller than a physical disk (or disks, if spanning multiple disks), but any space left over on the physical disk(s) cannot be used.
4 Installing the HP MSA VDS hardware provider This chapter explains how to install the HP MSA VDS hardware provider. IMPORTANT: A successful installation depends on using compatible versions of the OS and software. See the hardware provider release notes for version requirements. For HP hardware providers documentation and software downloads, see the following web location: http://www.hp.
If hardware provider version 4.00.01 or earlier is still installed, you will receive a warning message, and you must remove the old hardware provider manually. Click OK to exit the installation. Close all applications that use the MSA VDS hardware provider, and issue a net stop vds command at the command line. Remove the previous MSA VDS hardware provider version using the Windows Add or Remove Programs control panel. Then restart the installation. (Hardware provider versions 4.01.
1. In Windows, click Start, click Control Panel, and double-click Add or Remove Programs. 2. Select the HP MSA VDS hardware provider program for removal. 3. Click Change/Remove. Windows removes the program.
Installing the HP MSA VDS hardware provider
5 Troubleshooting the HP MSA VDS hardware provider This chapter explains how to troubleshoot the HP MSA VDS hardware provider and includes lists of error messages and explanations. Troubleshooting procedures The following instructions present typical problems and solutions. VDS will not install The HP MSA VDS hardware provider installation works only on the Windows versions listed in the HP MSA VDS hardware provider release notes. The installer will not install the software on other versions of Windows.
6. Make sure you logged into all devices and software using administrator privileges. 7. Check the Windows application event log. 8. Visit the Microsoft website support knowledge base and search for “VDS logging.” Turn on logging as instructed by Microsoft. Use the Microsoft procedure for testing VDS and checking the log.
VDS error messages The following table lists HP MSA VDS hardware provider error messages and their meanings. Table 2 VDS error messages Message Id MessageID Value (hex) Message Text VDS_E_NOT_SUPPORTED 0x80042400L The operation is not supported by the object, or there is inadequate disk space. VDS_E_INITIALIZED_FAILED 0x80042401L The service failed to initialize. VDS_E_INITIALIZE_NOT_CALLED 0x80042402L The initialization method is not called.
VDS_S_DISK_PARTIALLY_CLEANED 0x0004241AL The disk is not fully cleaned due to I/O error. VDS_E_DMADMIN_SERVICE_ CONNECTION_FAILED 0x8004241BL The provider failed to connect to the Logical Disk Management Administrative service. VDS_E_PROVIDER_INITIALIZATION_ FAILED 0x8004241CL The provider failed to initialize. VDS_E_OBJECT_EXISTS 0x8004241DL The object already exists. VDS_E_NO_DISKS_FOUND 0x8004241EL No disks were found on the target machine.
VDS_E_BOOT_PARTITION_NUMBER_CHANGE 0x80042436L The migration operation failed. The boot partition’s partition number will change as a result of the migration operation. VDS_E_NO_FREE_SPACE 0x80042437L The migration operation failed. The selected disk does not have enough free space to complete the operation. VDS_E_ACTIVE_PARTITION 0x80042438L The migration operation failed.
VDS_E_ASYNC_OBJECT_FAILURE 0x8004244EL Failure initializing the asynchronous object. VDS_E_VOLUME_NOT_MOUNTED 0x8004244FL The volume is not mounted. VDS_E_PACK_NOT_FOUND 0x80042450L The pack was not found. VDS_E_IMPORT_SET_INCOMPLETE 0x80042451L Import failed. Attempt to import a subset of the disks in the foreign pack. VDS_E_DISK_NOT_IMPORTED 0x80042452L A disk in the import’s source pack was not imported.
VDS_E_LDM_TIMEOUT 0x80042461L The operation timed out in the Logical Disk Manager Administrative service. Retry the operation. VDS_E_PLEX_NOT_REGENERATED 0x80042462L The operation failed. Cannot retain plex that has not regenerated. VDS_E_RETRY 0x80042463L The operation failed. Retry the operation. VDS_E_ONLINE_PACK_EXISTS 0x80042464L Create pack operation failed. An online pack already exists. Event log messages The following table lists hardware provider event log messages.
1558 Error hpmsafcvds Failed to extend volume AAA of size BBB and type CCC in disk array DDD (status: EEE). For additional details please see log file: hpmsafcvds.log. 1150 Informational hpmsafcvds Successfully created a new volume AAA of size BBB and type CCC in disk array DDD (requested size: EEE). 1151 Informational hpmsafcvds Successfully deleted the volume AAA of size BBB and type CCC in disk array DDD.
3002 Informational hpmsafcvds The HP MSA VDS hardware provider has registered successfully. 3003 Informational hpmsafcvds The HP MSA VDS hardware provider has unregistered successfully. 3004 Informational hpmsafcvds The HP MSA VDS hardware provider has loaded successfully. 3005 Informational hpmsafcvds The HP MSA VDS hardware provider has unloaded successfully.
Troubleshooting the HP MSA VDS hardware provider
Glossary This glossary defines acronyms and terms used in this guide or related to this product and is not a comprehensive glossary of computer terms. disk array A RAID. A collection of disk drives within a cabinet or multiple cabinets and including a controller and software allowing drives to be combined in various configurations to create virtual drives (LUNs). FC Fibre Channel, a fiber optic interconnection standard commonly used for storage area networks. HBA Host bus adapter.
Glossary
Index A applications, 14 array configuration, 19 audience, 7 C command line utilities, 14 components required, 17 software, 18 configuration, 17 array and server, 19 diagram, 17 summary, 19 conventions document, 8 D description provider, 13 disk array overview, 15 disk management, 14 DiskPart, 14 DiskRaid, 14 document conventions, 8 documentation providing feedback, 9 related, 7 documentation, HP website, 7 E error messages, 25, 27 event log messages, 31 examples provider applications, 15 G glossar
V VDS overview, 14 W web sites, 7 38 websites HP , 9 HP Subscriber’s Choice for Business, 9 Windows overview, 13
