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Table of Contents
Preface
1 Understanding the Array Installation Procedure
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2 Rack Mounting the Array
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Before You Begin 3
Protecting Hardware 4
Steps for Mounting an Array in a Rack 5
3 Connecting the Array Cables
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Network Requirements and Recommendations 9
Minimum and Recommended Cable Configurations 10
Connect the Array to the Network 10
Set Up a Serial Connection to the Array 11
4 Software Configuration
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Choose a Configuration Method 15
Collect Configuration Information 15
Start the Software Configuration 16
Set the Member RAID Policy 18
5 Storage Allocation
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Create a Volume 21
Connect a Computer to a Volume
6 Where to Go After Setting Up a Group
Common Group Customization Tasks
7 Other Information You May Need
NOM Information (Mexico Only)
Index
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