HP Smart Array Cluster Storage System

Cluster Installation and Configuration
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— When selecting a firewall configuration, the No Firewall option is
recommended.
— When creating the root account on the Account Configuration screen, create
at least one personal account, which requires a user name, password,
password (confirm), and full name.
— If necessary, customize the video card settings to obtain proper video
resolution. Test any graphics configuration before continuing to prevent
X Window System problems when rebooting.
8. When installation is complete, the Congratulations screen appears. Click Next
to reboot the server.
9. Install the Linux Driver for the Smart Array 5i, 5300 Series for Red Hat
Linux 7.3. Refer to
www.compaq.com/support/files/server/us/index.html
NOTE: This Linux driver is also known as the CCISS driver.
10. Install, if necessary, the Array Configuration Utility, which can be used for
online configurations. Refer to
www.compaq.com/support/files/server/us/index.html
11. Power down the server.
12. Repeat steps 2 through 11 for the second server.
Installing Management Agents for Servers for Linux
For instructions on installing and running Agents for Server for Linux, refer to
www.compaq.com/support/files/server/us/WebDoc/550/Linux.pdf
Configuring the Storage System
To configure the storage system:
1. Boot one server from the SmartStart CD Version 6.1 or later.
2. After the server boots, click the Maintenance tab, then select and run the Array
Configuration Utility.