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HP StorageWorks User Manual

HP StorageWorks
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HP StorageWorks
External Storage XP user guide
Part number: T1706-96003
Third edition: March 2006

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BrandHP
ModelStorageWorks
CategoryStorage
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction and Core Concepts

About this Guide

Provides information about the guide's content and scope.

Prerequisites

Lists the necessary conditions and installations before using the product.

Firmware Versions

Details recommended and minimum firmware versions for optimal support.

Document Conventions

Explains conventions and symbols used throughout the manual for clarity.

External Storage XP Overview

Explains the concept of virtualizing external storage arrays with XP12000/XP10000.

External Storage XP Features

Highlights the key capabilities and functionalities of External Storage XP for managing external LUs.

System Requirements and Preparation

System Requirements

Outlines the necessary hardware, software, and firmware for External Storage XP operations.

Storage Disk Arrays for External Use

Lists compatible disk arrays that can be used as external storage.

Installing and Preparing External Storage XP

Details requirements, installation, and initial settings for External Storage XP.

External LU Configuration Basics

Covers external ports, LU mapping, groups, and attribute settings.

Core Operations and Management

Alternate Paths Management

Explains configuration, definition, and management of alternate paths for LUs.

Power Management

Procedures for safely turning disk arrays on or off during operations.

Using Mapped External LUs

Describes how to write data, use existing data, and manage mapped external LUs.

Uninstalling External Storage XP

Steps to remove External Storage XP and associated configurations from the system.

External Storage XP Panes Overview

Introduces the user interface panes used for managing External Storage XP operations.

LU Operation Pane

Describes the LU Operation pane for mapping LUs and setting alternate paths.

Port Operation Pane

Explains the Port Operation pane for checking port settings and attributes.

Troubleshooting and System Integration

Troubleshooting External Storage XP

Provides solutions for common errors and operational issues encountered with External Storage XP.

Connecting Specific Disk Array Models

Details system parameters and procedures for connecting various external disk array models.

Using XP12000 with EVA GL Arrays

Appendix on configuring XP12000 with EVA GL for highly available external storage.

Configuring MSA1000/1500 Arrays

Appendix detailing the configuration of MSA1000/1500 as external disk arrays.

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