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HP XP P9500
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P9000 for Business Continuity Manager
Software User Guide
Abstract
This manual describes how to use the following program products: HP StorageWorks P9000 for Business Continuity Manager
Software, HP StorageWorks P9000 for Business Continuity Manager Extended CT Group Software, and HP StorageWorks
P9000 for Business Continuity Manager Continuous Access Journal 4x4 Extended CT Software.
HP Part Number: T5253-96059
Published: October 2011
Edition: Eleventh

Table of Contents

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Questions and Answers

  • R
    robert16Aug 27, 2025
    What to do if HP XP P9500 shows 'Communication error'?
    • S
      Stephanie BaileyAug 27, 2025
      A timeout error has occurred in the path between the primary and secondary systems. Delete the failed path and retry.
  • B
    bvargasSep 14, 2025
    What to do if I see a Program Error in HP XP P9500 Software?
    • L
      Laurie MartinezSep 14, 2025
      If a program error is detected in HP Software, delete the path by using the Delete Path or Delete DKC command, and then add the path and the secondary system again by using the Add Path or Add DKC command.
  • M
    morenokimberlyAug 28, 2025
    What to do if the status of pairs and/or logical paths is not displayed correctly in HP XP P9500?
    • N
      Nicholas YoungAug 29, 2025
      Make sure that the correct CU image is selected. Check whether you selected correct items or options in Cnt Ac-J windows, such as the DKC Operation window, the Pair Operation window, and the Display Filter dialog box.
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    Cynthia DaltonAug 29, 2025
    What to do if there is a problem with HP XP P9500 Remote Web Console?
    • M
      Matthew NavarroAug 29, 2025
      To resolve issues with the HP Software Remote Web Console or Continuous Access Synchronous Z, ensure the problem isn't with your PC or LAN hardware/software. Restart the PC and attempt reconnecting to the storage system.
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    Paul DownsSep 23, 2025
    What to do if my HP Disk array system shows a general power failure?
    • H
      Henry GrimesSep 23, 2025
      In the event of a general power failure, turn off all PDU switches and breakers. Once the facility power is stable, turn them back on and power up the system. Refer to Chapter 4 for detailed instructions. If the issue persists, contact HP support for further assistance.
  • K
    Kathleen Carr DVMSep 18, 2025
    Why is my HP Software communication failing between primary and secondary systems?
    • S
      Steven LittleSep 18, 2025
      The communication between the primary and secondary systems may have failed because the secondary system or network relay devices were not running, causing journal volumes to remain full even after the timeout period elapsed. To resolve this, remove the failure from the primary and secondary systems or the network relay devices. If necessary, increase resources such as the amount of cache, the number of paths between primary and secondary systems, and the parity groups for journal volumes. Then, restore the failed pairs.
  • R
    rachel82Sep 12, 2025
    What to do if HP XP P9500 shows Port number invalid?
    • C
      Chloe SmithSep 13, 2025
      If you encounter an invalid port number error in HP Software, delete the failed path. Check the specified port number or the cable connection and then retry.
  • R
    rscottSep 9, 2025
    How to troubleshoot HP XP P9500 Initialization Failed error?
    • S
      stevensonwilliamSep 9, 2025
      If the HP Software initialization fails, ensure the cables between the primary and secondary systems are correctly connected. Verify that you've entered the correct serial number (S/N) of the secondary system and the correct path parameters (primary system port, secondary system port, and controller ID). Also, confirm that the topology settings of the primary and secondary systems ports are correct.
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    Anne ChanAug 30, 2025
    How to fix HP XP P9500 Software Serial Number Mismatch?
    • P
      Peter AndersonAug 31, 2025
      If the remote HP Software system’s serial number (S/N) does not match the specified S/N, ensure you have entered the correct remote system S/N, SSID, and path parameters, including port, link address, and logical address. Delete the failed path; you may need to change the minimum paths setting or delete the remote system to do so. Then add the path/remote system using Edit Path or Add RCU. For Fibre connections, verify the Controller ID and Fibre Channel topology settings on both main and remote system ports.
  • J
    Jose AguilarAug 31, 2025
    What causes HP XP P9500 Software Remote Web Console to hang?
    • C
      carneycarmenAug 31, 2025
      If the HP Software Remote Web Console computer hangs, or Continuous Access Synchronous Z operations do not function properly, ensure the problem isn't due to the PC, Ethernet hardware, or software; restart the PC. Confirm all Continuous Access Synchronous Z requirements and restrictions are met, such as Track format, LVI, VOLSER, and DFW. Verify the main and remote systems and data paths are powered on and fully operational, including NVS and cache. Double-check all input values and parameters to ensure correct information is entered on the Remote Web Console computer, such as remote system S/N and ID, path parameters, M-VOL and R-VOL IDs.

Summary

Overview of HP P9000 for Business Continuity Manager Software

Business Continuity Manager with replication products

The 4 x4 x4 Cascade configuration

Explains the 4x4x4 Cascade configuration, combining 4x4 and 3DC Cascade configurations.

Understanding Business Continuity Manager functions

Functions That Support Disaster Recovery

Describes Business Continuity Manager functions that support disaster recovery, including Reverse Resync and Consistency Preservation.

Preparing to use Business Continuity Manager

Configuration Definitions

Defining a 2 DC configuration

Explains how to define a 2DC configuration with one storage system installed at each site.

Defining a 3 DC Cascade configuration

Details the procedure for defining a 3DC Cascade configuration.

Defining a 3 DC Multi-Target configuration

Describes how to define a 3DC Multi-Target configuration.

Defining a 4 x4 configuration

Details how to define a 4x4 configuration.

Importing copy groups

Generating a copy group definition file by using CSV files

Explains generating copy group definition files using comma-separated value (CSV) files.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting Operations

Failover Procedure

Provides the step-by-step procedure for performing a failover.

Failback Procedure

Details the step-by-step procedure for performing a failback.

Actions to be Taken When the Delta Resync Function Cannot be Set Up or Operated Successfully

Provides troubleshooting steps for errors encountered with the delta resync function.

Performing Primary Site Storage System Maintenance

Explains procedures for primary site storage system maintenance.

Performing Local Site Storage System Maintenance

Details procedures for local site storage system maintenance.

Automatic operation using BCM Monitor

Troubleshooting procedures provided by BCM Monitor

Details troubleshooting procedures for BCM Monitor issues.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Failures

Explains common system failures that might occur with Business Continuity Manager.

Error Notification

Describes the function that reports errors when volume status changes to an error state.

Recovering from a Failure

Provides procedures for recovering from various types of failures.

Performing Operations When a Failure Occurs for a Volume in a Copy Group

Outlines methods for performing operations when a copy group volume has a hardware failure.

HP XP P9500 Specifications

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BrandHP
ModelXP P9500
CategorySoftware
LanguageEnglish

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