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Installing and configuring the field-integrated
HPE Primera
Part Number: P23225-001
Published: September 2019
Edition: 1
Abstract
This document provides information and instructions to guide you through unpacking, installing, cabling,
powering on, and initializing your HPE Primera system without the assistance of an authorized service
provider.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
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HPE Primera Installation and Configuration Overview
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Preparing
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Reviewing Safety and Compliance Information
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Gathering Required Tools
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Acclimatizing the Storage System
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Unpacking the Components for HPE Primera
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Installing
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Installing a 2U Rail Kit
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Installing a 4U Rail Kit
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Installing a Node Enclosure
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Installing a Drive Enclosure
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Installing a Controller Node
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Installing an Adapter
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Installing Drives
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Storing a Power Cooling Battery Module Shipping Bracket
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Locating the System Serial Number
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Cabling
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Cabling the Controller Node and Drive Enclosures with Mini-SAS Cables
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Cable Types and Specifications
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Identification of Data Ports in a Controller Node and Drive Enclosure
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Inserting a Controller Node and Drive Enclosures in a 2-Node 2U Chassis
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Inserting a Controller Node and Drive Enclosures in a 2-Node 4U Chassis
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Inserting a Controller Node and Drive Enclosures in a 4-Node 4U Chassis
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Understanding Drive Enclosures Labels
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Labeling Drive Enclosures in a 2-Node 2U Chassis
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Labeling Drive Enclosures in a 2-Node 4U Chassis
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Labeling Drive Enclosures in a 4-Node 4U Chassis
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Entering the Storage System Configuration Using HPE Primera Cabling Tool
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Data Cable Labels
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Labeling and Installing the Cables
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Cable Management Clips
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Dressing Mini-SAS Data Cables with Cable Management Clips
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Cabling the Management Port on a Controller Node
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Cabling Host Ports on a Controller Node
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Cabling a Controller Node for Remote Copy
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(Optional) Cabling for Remote Copy
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Cabling Power to the Controller Node and Drive Enclosures
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Applying Labels for Power Cabling
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Cabling Power to the Controller Node Enclosures
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Cabling Power to the Drive Enclosures
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Cabling Pdus and Power Strips to Power Sources
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Powering
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Verifying AC Power Cord Connections
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Powering on an Alternating-Current Storage System
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Verifying that the System Is Powered on
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Verifying Enclosure Power Redundancy
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Configuring the HPE Primera Storage System
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Checklist: Verifying the Prerequisites for Initializing the HPE Primera System Software
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Initializing the HPE Primera System Software
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Creating Users
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Setting up HPE Primera Storage Using HPE 3PAR SSMC
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Logging in to the HPE 3PAR SSMC Administrator Console
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Adding the Storage System to HPE 3PAR SSMC
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Creating Storage Resources Using HPE 3PAR SSMC
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Shipping the HPE Primera Storage System in an HPE Rack
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Installing a Power Cooling Battery Module Shipping Bracket in an HPE Rack
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Reference
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Guidelines for Power Distribution Units
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Guidelines for the Rail Kit Installation in a Rack
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2U Enclosure Kit Parts
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Enclosure Kit Parts
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Guidelines for Enclosure Installation
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Guidelines for a Controller Node Pair Installation
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Guidelines for an Adapter Pair Installation
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Loading Order for an Adapter Pair in an HPE Primera 600 Controller Node Enclosure
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Drive Installation Guidelines
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Installation Order for SFF Drives
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Recommended Configurations for Host Connectivity
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Remote Copy Port on a Controller Node
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PDU and Power Strip Locations
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Guidelines for Power Cabling
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Guidelines for Redundant Power Cabling
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Safety Guidelines for Powering on the System
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Component LED Specifications
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Downloading the HPE Primera Discovery Tool (Windows Only)
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About Users and Roles
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Storage System Initialization Worksheet
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Storage System Initialization Worksheet Entry Tips
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Predictive Analytics and Telemetry with HPE Infosight
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Viewing Hosts
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Setting up Hosts for HPE Primera
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Host Support for HPE Primera Storage Systems
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FC Switch HBA Guidelines
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Troubleshooting
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Browser Unable to Locate Storage Server for Software Initialization of HPE Primera
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Browser Warning When Connecting to HPE 3PAR Storage Tools
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Websites
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Support and Other Resources
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Accessing Hewlett Packard Enterprise Support
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Accessing Updates
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Customer Self Repair
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Remote Support
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Warranty Information
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Regulatory Information
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Documentation Feedback
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HP Enterprise
Model
HPE Primera
Category
Storage
Language
English
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