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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

  • C
    Christopher MartinAug 26, 2025
    What to do when HP Software shows 'Communication Failed'?
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      uayalaAug 26, 2025
      If HP Software shows 'Communication Failed', it means the primary system is connected to the secondary system successfully, but a logical communication timeout occurred. Make sure that the secondary system port and network relay devices (for example, cables and switches) are properly configured and functioning.
  • M
    Michelle BrownAug 25, 2025
    What does 'Pair-Port Number Mismatch' mean in HP XP P9500 Software?
    • D
      deanaaronAug 26, 2025
      The 'Pair-Port Number Mismatch' error in HP Software indicates that the specified port in the secondary system is physically disconnected from the primary system. Make sure of the following: * That you specified the correct secondary system port. Correct the port number if necessary. * The primary and the secondary systems ports are connected with cables. If the systems are not connected by cables, connect them and retry the operation. * That the topology settings of ports on the primary and secondary systems are correct.
  • J
    John GillespieAug 25, 2025
    What to do if HP Software shows 'Serial Number Mismatch'?
    • D
      Donna CannonAug 26, 2025
      If the HP Software shows a 'Serial Number Mismatch', it means the serial number (S/N) of the secondary system does not match the specified serial number. Ensure that you entered the correct secondary system S/N and path parameters (for example, primary and secondary system port, and controller ID). After that, delete the failed path. You may need to change the minimum paths setting or delete the secondary system in order to delete the path. After deletion finishes, add the path and the secondary system back. Make sure that you entered the correct controller ID, and also make sure that the topology settings of the primary and secondary system ports are correct.
  • R
    Rita Meza MDAug 25, 2025
    What causes HP XP P9500 Software 'Initialization Failed' error?
    • W
      Wyatt CortezAug 25, 2025
      The 'Initialization Failed' error for HP Software occurs because the link initialization procedure for the secondary system failed. Ensure that the cables between the primary and secondary systems are correctly connected. Verify that you entered the correct serial number (S/N) of the secondary system and the correct path parameters, such as primary system port, secondary system port, and controller ID. Also, confirm that the topology settings of the primary and secondary systems ports are correct.
  • K
    Kyle FosterSep 4, 2025
    How to fix HP XP P9500 Software logical blockade?
    • M
      Marcus StephensSep 4, 2025
      If the main HP Software system port does not work, repair the port on the main system. If the remote system port does not work, repair the port on the remote system and delete the path with Edit Path or Delete RCU, then add the path again with Edit Path or Add RCU. If the path relay equipment does not work, repair the path relay equipment and delete the path with Edit Path or Delete RCU, then add the path again with Edit Path or Add RCU. If the connection cable is physically broken, replace the broken cable and delete the path with Edit Path or Delete RCU, then add the path again with Edit Path or Add RCU.
  • I
    Ian JonesSep 8, 2025
    What to do if the HP XP P9500 Remote Web Console hangs?
    • S
      Stephanie Nguyen DDSSep 8, 2025
      If the HP Software Remote Web Console hangs, ensure the issue isn't with your computer, Ethernet hardware, or software. Restart your computer, which won't impact ongoing Cnt Ac-J operations. Verify all Cnt Ac-J requirements are met. Confirm that the primary and secondary systems, along with remote copy connections, are powered on and fully operational, including NVS and cache. Double-check all entered values and parameters in the Remote Web Console for accuracy, such as the secondary system S/N and path parameters. Avoid using Performance Monitor during these operations.
  • D
    Dwayne GilesSep 7, 2025
    What does HP Software IEA498I message mean?
    • M
      melissapayneSep 8, 2025
      If the controller emulation type of the host that is connected to the main site is 2105 or 2107, and a Continuous Access Synchronous Z pair exists, confirm the path and the pair status of the main site.
  • J
    Justin SimsSep 7, 2025
    What to do if HP Software R-VOL status changed to simplex?
    • E
      Eugene WilsonSep 7, 2025
      If the MCU detected that the R-VOL status changed to simplex because the user released the pair from the RCU, release the pair from the MCU (Delete Pair), and then restart the pair (Add Pair). You should use the Entire Volume initial copy option to resynchronize the pair. You can use the None initial copy option only if no data on the M-VOL or R-VOL changed.
  • J
    jonesmollySep 7, 2025
    How to establish HP XP P9500 path?
    • J
      jesus67Sep 7, 2025
      If this HP Software path was not established, delete the failed path. You may need to change the minimum paths setting or delete the remote system (RCU) to delete the path. Then add the path/remote system using Edit Path or Add RCU.
  • J
    jasmine19Sep 6, 2025
    What to do if HP XP P9500 Software attribute change is in progress?
    • E
      Emily ReillySep 7, 2025
      If changing an attribute is in progress, wait until processing is completed.

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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