EasyManua.ls Logo

HP 6400/8400 - User Manual

HP 6400/8400
146 pages
Save Page as PDF
Print Icon
To Next Page IconTo Next Page
To Next Page IconTo Next Page
Loading...
HP 6400/8400 Enterprise Virtual Array
User Guide
Abstract
This document describes the components and operation of the HP 6400/8400 Enterprise Virtual Array.
IMPORTANT: With the release of the P6300/P6500 EVA, the EVA family name has been rebranded to HP P6000 EVA. The
names for all existing EVA array models will not change. The rebranding change also affects related EVA software. The following
product names have been rebranded:
• HP P6000 Command View (formerly HP StorageWorks Command View EVA)
• HP P6000 Business Copy (formerly HP StorageWorks Business Copy EVA)
• HP P6000 Continuous Access (formerly HP StorageWorks Continuous Access EVA)
• HP P6000 Replication Solutions Manager (formerly HP StorageWorks Replication Solutions Manager)
• HP P6000 SmartStart (formerly HP StorageWorks SmartStart EVA Storage)
All rebranded software continues to support all existing EVA models (EVA3000/5000, EVA4000/6000/8000,
EVA4100/6100/8100, EVA4400, and EVA6400/8400).
HP Part Number: 5697-0977
Published: June 2011
Edition: 5

Table of Contents

Other manuals for HP 6400/8400

Preview: Software Guide
Software Guide86 pages
Preview: Installation Instructions
Installation Instructions15 pages
Preview: Reference Guide
Reference Guide48 pages
Preview: Replacement Instructions
Replacement Instructions2 pages

Questions and Answers

  • C
    Cody PhillipsJul 31, 2025
    What to do if HP 6400/8400 shows HTTP status 404 or 503 error?
    • K
      Kenneth MathewsJul 31, 2025
      If you encounter a 404 error with your HP Storage, it might be because HP Command View EVA is initializing or a .frm (HTML) file is missing. Try refreshing the browser. If the issue persists, reinstall HP Command View EVA. For a 503 error, HP Command View EVA may be down. Retry the request when HP Command View EVA is back up. Also, if the browser times out, retry the request when the appliance and HP Command View EVA are up.
  • H
    holly33Aug 7, 2025
    Why HP Storage shows 'No storage systems found'?
    • A
      Adam RichardsonAug 7, 2025
      The 'No storage systems found' message in HP Command View EVA can occur for several reasons. It might be due to a communication problem between the management server and the controllers. Check the connection configuration. If HP Command View EVA is starting up, enter the correct password or disable the password on the controller. Verify that switches are correctly zoned. Also, if HP Command View EVA was restarted during a communication failure, ensure the controllers are functioning, check cable connections and switch zoning, and then click Discover. Finally, ensure the World Wide ID (WWID) is entered if the controllers are waiting for it.
  • D
    Donald LindseyAug 15, 2025
    How to fix 'Unknown storage system' error in HP 6400/8400 Storage?
    • M
      Mr. Gabriel LynnAug 15, 2025
      If you receive an 'Unknown storage system' error, HP Command View EVA may have lost communication with the controllers. This could be due to the HBA in the management server timing out commands or the controllers running an unrecognized version of XCS. Perform a Rediscover operation to initiate new commands to the controller.
  • J
    Jonathan PittmanAug 23, 2025
    What to do if HP 6400/8400 Storage view is not set or view list is null?
    • J
      James ParkerAug 23, 2025
      If the view is not set or the view list is null, HP Command View EVA cannot build the view of the storage system. Click OK, wait one to five minutes, and try the command again. If the issue persists, stop and restart HP Command View EVA.

Summary

EVA6400;8400 hardware

Controller enclosures

Details components and features of HSV400/HSV450 controllers, including operator control panel and status indicators.

Power distribution-Modular PDUs

Explains the AC power distribution system using PDUs for the rack.

Enterprise Virtual Array startup

iSCSI connection configurations

Covers fabric connect and direct connect configurations for iSCSI.

Procedures for getting started

Outlines essential steps for initial storage system setup and configuration.

Setting up a controller pair using the OCP

Guides on initial setup using the Operator Control Panel, including WWN entry.

EVA6400;8400 operation

Best practices

Provides guidance on managing and configuring the storage system effectively.

Failback preference setting for HSV controllers

Explains failback behavior and supported settings for HSV controllers.

Storage system shutdown and startup

Details procedures for safely shutting down and starting the storage system.

Using the OCP

Shutting down the system

Describes methods for powering off the storage system using the OCP.

Configuring application servers

Installing Fibre Channel adapters

Covers the installation of Fibre Channel adapters (FCAs) required for host communication.

Adding hosts

Details the process of adding hosts and their FCAs using HP P6000 Command View.

Creating and presenting virtual disks

Explains how to create and present virtual disks to host servers.

Verifying virtual disk access from the host

Customer replaceable units

Customer self repair (CSR)

Replacing the failed component

Error messages

Controller fault management

Using HP P6000 Command View

Single Path Implementation

Installation requirements

VMware configuration

Failure scenarios

HP 6400/8400 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHP
Model6400/8400
CategoryStorage
LanguageEnglish

Related product manuals