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HP StoreOnce 2700 User Manual

HP StoreOnce 2700
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HP StoreOnce
2700, 2900, 4500 and 4700 Backup
Installation and Configuration Guide
Abstract
This document describes how to install and configure HP StoreOnce 4700, 4500, 2900 and 2700 Backup systems. These
systems are also sometimes referred to as single-node StoreOnce products and they were introduced with StoreOnce software
version 3.9.0 (or 3.12.0 for HP StoreOnce 2900).
HP Part Number: BB877-90938
Published: August 2015
Edition: 5

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HP StoreOnce 2700 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelHP StoreOnce 2700
CategoryNetwork Hardware
Raw Capacity12 TB
Usable CapacityUp to 8 TB
Data DeduplicationYes
Form Factor2U
ReplicationYes
Maximum Number of Concurrent Backup Streams32
RAID levelRAID 6
Memory16 GB
Network Interfaces2 x 1 GbE
ProtocolsCIFS, NFS, VTL
ProcessorIntel Xeon
Power SupplyDual redundant power supplies

Summary

Before you start

Introduction

Describes the HP StoreOnce Backup system and its capabilities for backing up network servers.

HP StoreOnce 2700, 2900, 4500 and 4700 models

Details the HP StoreOnce G3 Backup system family and its models.

Installing and cabling the HP StoreOnce Backup system

Installing the rail kit

Instructions for installing the rail kits for mounting the HP StoreOnce Backup system in a rack.

Mounting the HP StoreOnce Backup system

Guidance on physically mounting the system in a rack, including safety precautions.

Connecting the hardware

Steps for connecting power and network cables to the HP StoreOnce Backup system.

Connecting to the expansion enclosure (HP StoreOnce 4500 and 4700)

Instructions for connecting expansion shelves to the 4500 and 4700 models.

Adding disks for capacity expansion (StoreOnce 2900 only)

Procedure for adding disks to expand storage capacity on the StoreOnce 2900.

Powering on and managing the StoreOnce Management system

Powering on the HP StoreOnce Backup system

Steps to power on the HP StoreOnce Backup system and its expected boot sequence.

Discovering the HP StoreOnce Backup system on the network

How to make the StoreOnce Backup system visible and accessible on the network.

Accessing the StoreOnce Management Console

Methods for accessing the system's management interface via CLI or GUI.

Password best practices

Recommendations for creating and managing strong passwords for system security.

Configuration using the system set config wizard

System configuration using system set config command

Using the system set config wizard for initial setup, including network and license configuration.

Configure network

Steps involved in configuring network settings using the system set config wizard.

Configure Licenses

Procedure for configuring licenses for features like capacity expansion and security.

Network configuration, understanding the StoreOnce networking concepts

Network configuration basics

Fundamental concepts of network configuration for HP StoreOnce Backup systems.

Network configuration components

Key elements of network setup: DNS servers, Port Sets, and Subnets.

Network bonding modes

Explanation of supported network port bonding modes for performance and resiliency.

Network configuration, how to use StoreOnce CLI commands

Network configuration using net set wizard

Step-by-step guide to configuring network settings using the StoreOnce CLI wizard.

Modifying the current network configuration

Procedures for adding or modifying existing network configurations via CLI.

Network configuration, how to use the StoreOnce GUI

To add a custom configuration

Steps to create a new network configuration using the StoreOnce GUI.

To edit a custom configuration

How to modify existing custom network configurations via the StoreOnce GUI.

Completing the installation

Configuring licenses

Details on licensing requirements and procedures for HP StoreOnce hardware.

Expanding storage

Steps to discover and add storage for expansion shelves.

Software update process

Procedure for updating StoreOnce software and firmware components.

Configuring Remote Support

Steps to configure remote support for accessing HP support.

Fibre Channel installation and configuration

Fibre Channel connection

Instructions for connecting the HP StoreOnce Backup system to a Fibre Channel network.

Creating a FC VTL library

Steps to create a Virtual Tape Library (VTL) using Fibre Channel ports.

Zoning

Explanation of SAN zoning concepts for Fibre Channel environments.

Configuring backup servers to work with HP StoreOnce

Configuring media servers to use StoreOnce Catalyst

Setting up media servers to utilize StoreOnce Catalyst functionality.

Configuring Data in Flight encryption on Windows media servers

Enabling data in flight encryption on Windows media servers for secure data transfer.

iSCSI Initiator (optional, VTL only)

Guide to setting up the iSCSI Initiator for Virtual Tape Library devices.

Understanding LEDs

Front view of the HP StoreOnce 4700 Backup system

Description of LEDs on the front panel of the HP StoreOnce 4700 Backup system.

Front view of the HP StoreOnce 4500 Backup system

Description of LEDs on the front panel of the HP StoreOnce 4500 Backup system.

Front view of the HP StoreOnce 2900 Backup system

Description of LEDs on the front panel of the HP StoreOnce 2900 Backup system.

Front view of the HP StoreOnce 2700 Backup system

Description of LEDs on the front panel of the HP StoreOnce 2700 Backup system.

Hot-plug drive LEDs

Explanation of the LEDs associated with hot-plug drives in server units.

1 Gbit ethernet port LEDs

Description of the LEDs for the 1 Gbit ethernet ports.

Troubleshooting

Connecting to the network

Steps to troubleshoot issues related to network connectivity.

Performance

Guidance on diagnosing and resolving performance issues with the backup system.

Power up and power off

Troubleshooting common issues related to powering the system on and off.

Licensing problems

Steps to resolve issues related to product licensing.

More networking examples

Example 1

Networking example demonstrating two subnets on different interfaces with static IP addresses.

Example 2

Networking example showing two subnets on the same interface with static IPv4 and IPv6 addresses.

Example 3

Networking example with two subnets on different interfaces, including VLAN tagging.

About this guide

Related documentation

List of related HP documents and resources for the StoreOnce Backup system.

Document conventions and symbols

Explanation of document conventions, symbols, and text formatting used in the manual.

HP technical support

Customer self repair

Information on HP's Customer Self Repair (CSR) program for StorageWorks products.

Registering your HP StoreOnce Backup system

Instructions for registering the installed HP StoreOnce Backup system.

HP Insight Remote Support

Recommendation and steps for enabling HP Insight Remote Support for enhanced service.

HP websites

Documentation feedback

Contact information for submitting feedback and suggestions on product documentation.

A Regulatory information

Belarus Kazakhstan Russia marking

Information regarding regulatory compliance markings for Belarus, Kazakhstan, and Russia.

Turkey RoHS material content declaration

Ukraine RoHS material content declaration

Warranty information

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