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Dell PS Series - User Manual

Dell PS Series
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PS SERIES STORAGE ARRAYS
Installation and Setup Manual
PS4000

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Dell PS Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
CategoryStorage
TypeSAN (Storage Area Network)
RAID SupportRAID 5, RAID 6, RAID 10
ConnectivityiSCSI
ManagementDell Storage Manager
Data ProtectionSnapshots, replication
Operating System CompatibilityWindows, Linux, VMware, Hyper-V
CapacityVaries by model (e.g., 4TB to 1PB)
Product TypeEnterprise Storage Array

Summary

Preface

Audience and Organization

Defines the manual's intended audience and outlines its structural organization for clarity.

Related Documentation

Lists essential supplementary documents for a comprehensive understanding of PS Series arrays and related tools.

Technical Support and Customer Service

Contacting Dell for Support

Provides essential contact information and methods for obtaining technical assistance and support services from Dell.

Steps for Getting Started

Hardware Installation

Protecting Hardware

Instructions on safely handling array components to prevent electrostatic discharge damage.

Network Requirements and Recommendations

Details the necessary network configurations and best practices for optimal PS Series array performance.

Installing the PS4000 Array

Covers prerequisites, environmental needs, hardware components, and the step-by-step installation process for the PS4000 array.

Software Configuration

Configuration Methods and Information Gathering

Explains the two primary software configuration methods and the data collection required for setup.

Starting Software Configuration

Details how to initiate the PS Series array software configuration process.

Setting the Member RAID Policy

Crucial step for making storage space available, covering both CLI and GUI methods for setting the RAID policy.

Storage Allocation

Creating a Volume

Guides users on creating storage volumes using CLI or GUI, specifying names, sizes, and access controls.

Connecting a Computer to a Volume

Instructions on how to establish connections from computers to the created storage volumes via iSCSI.

Where to Go Next

Group Customization and Administration Tasks

Outlines common and advanced tasks for customizing and administering PS Series groups for enhanced management.

Appendix A: Regulatory Information

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