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HP StorageWorks MSA1000 User Manual

HP StorageWorks MSA1000
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Installation
Guide
hp StorageWorks
Modular Smart Array 1000
(MSA1000)
Sixth Edition (March 2005)
Part Number: 254092-006
This document details the procedures for installing your MSA1000 and is designed to be used
along with the HP StorageWorks MSA1000 Configuration Overview poster, also printed and
included in the shipping carton with the MSA1000.

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HP StorageWorks MSA1000 Specifications

General IconGeneral
RAID levels0, 1, 0+1, 5
CertificationMicrosoft Cluster Server Certification\\r Hewlett Packard Data Protector\\r VERITAS Backup Exec and NetBackup\\r Legato NetWorker for Windows\\r Computer Associates BrightStor Enterprise Backup
Internal memory256 MB
Memory clock speed- MHz
Internal memory type-
Operating temperature (T-T)10 - 35 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)10 - 90 %
Supported storage drive interfacesSCSI
Windows operating systems supportedYes
Harmonized System (HS) code84733080
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth52.1 mm
Width48.3 mm
Height17.5 mm
Weight31210 g

Summary

About this Guide

Prerequisites

Key requirements and considerations before setting up the MSA1000.

Related Documentation

Lists other essential documents for MSA1000 installation and management.

Document Conventions

Explains symbols and formatting used in the manual for clarity.

Text Symbols

Defines symbols like WARNING, Caution, and Note used for emphasis and information.

Equipment Symbols

Explains safety and operational symbols found on hardware components.

Rack Stability

Provides critical safety guidelines for ensuring rack stability during installation.

Getting Help

Offers resources for obtaining technical support and assistance.

Installation Procedures - for all MSA1000 Deployments

Step 1: Reviewing your Plans

Essential planning phase, including research and configuration strategy.

Step 2: Preparing your Site

Guidelines for preparing a suitable environment for the MSA1000 installation.

Step 3: Preparing your Servers

Instructions for ensuring servers are ready and compatible with the MSA1000.

Step 4: Installing the HBA in your Servers

Details the process of installing the Host Bus Adapter (HBA) in servers.

Step 5: Preparing your Switches & Hubs

Covers the setup and configuration of network switches and hubs.

Step 6: Installing Option Kits in your MSA1000

Guide for installing optional hardware components into the MSA1000.

Step 7: Installing your MSA1000 in the Rack

Procedures for physically mounting the MSA1000 into a server rack.

Step 8: Connecting the Cables

Instructions for connecting necessary data and power cables to the MSA1000.

Step 9: Powering On your MSA1000

Steps to safely power on the MSA1000 and verify its initial status.

Step 10: Configuring your MSA1000

Guidance on customizing the MSA1000 configuration for the operating system.

Configuration Procedures - for Windows Environments

Installing the HBA Driver on your Windows Servers

Step-by-step guide for installing the Host Bus Adapter driver on Windows servers.

Installing the ACU on your Windows Management Server

Instructions for installing the Array Configuration Utility on the management server.

Identifying the Server and Operating System to the MSA1000

Process for registering server and OS details with the MSA1000.

Configuring the Storage Arrays and Logical Volumes

Guidance on setting up storage arrays and logical volumes in Windows.

Configuration Procedures - for Linux Environments

Installing the HBA Driver on your Linux Servers

Steps to install the HBA driver for Linux servers, including RPM method.

Installing the ACU on your Linux Management Server

Guide for installing the Array Configuration Utility on a Linux management server.

Identifying the Server and Operating System to the MSA1000

Process for registering server and OS details with the MSA1000 in Linux.

Configuring the Storage Arrays and Logical Volumes

Instructions for configuring storage arrays and LUNs in Linux environments.

Configuration Procedures - for NetWare Environments

Installing the HBA Driver on your NetWare Servers

Procedure for installing the HBA driver on NetWare servers using HPSSCD631.nlm.

Identifying the Server and Operating System to the MSA1000

Process for registering server and OS details with the MSA1000 in NetWare.

Configuring the Storage Arrays and Logical Volumes

Guidance on configuring storage arrays and LUNs for NetWare.

Configuration Procedures - for OpenVMS Environments

Obtaining the Current Fibre SCSI ECO Kit

Details on acquiring necessary Fibre SCSI ECO kits for OpenVMS.

Obtaining the MSA1000 Firmware

Steps to download the latest MSA1000 firmware file for OpenVMS.

Obtaining World Wide Port Names

How to retrieve WWPNs for Fibre Channel adapters on OpenVMS.

Installing the Fibre SCSI ECO Kit on your OpenVMS Server

Guide for installing the Fibre SCSI ECO kit on OpenVMS systems.

Installing Alternative Firmware on your MSA1000

Procedures for flashing alternative firmware onto the MSA1000 controller.

Identifying the Server and Operating System to the MSA1000

Process for registering server and OS details with the MSA1000 in OpenVMS.

Configuring the Storage Arrays and Logical Volumes

Steps for setting up storage arrays and LUNs in OpenVMS.

Assigning ID Numbers to the Controllers and LUNS

Guide for assigning unique IDs to MSA1000 controllers and LUNs.

Configuration Procedures - for Tru64 UNIX Environments

Obtaining the MSA1000 Firmware

Steps to download the latest MSA1000 firmware file for Tru64 UNIX.

Obtaining the Node ID of the MSA1000

How to retrieve the Node ID of the MSA1000 using the CLI.

Installing Alternative Firmware on your MSA1000

Procedures for flashing alternative firmware onto the MSA1000 controller.

Identifying the Server and Operating System to the MSA1000

Process for registering server and OS details with the MSA1000 in Tru64 UNIX.

Configuring the Storage Arrays and Logical Volumes

Instructions for configuring storage arrays and LUNs in Tru64 UNIX.

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