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HP XP User Manual

HP XP
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HPE XP Storage Adapter for
Microsoft® Volume ShadowCopy
Service Users Guide
HPE XP P9500 Storage, HPE XP7 Storage
Abstract
This document provides details on the Volume Shadow Copy Service (VSS), which allows you to conduct a hot backup of data
(snapshots) without stopping online applications.
Part Number: Z7550-01742R
Published: January 2016
Edition: 2

Table of Contents

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HP XP Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHP
ModelXP
CategoryAdapter
LanguageEnglish

Summary

1 Volume Shadow Copy Service

Overview of VSS

Explains the Volume Shadow Copy Service (VSS) and its components for data backup.

Overview of the VSS Provider

Details the VSS Provider's role in controlling data backup and integrating with HPE disk array systems.

2 Environmental Prerequisites

System Configuration

Details system configuration requirements for VSS Provider installation and operation.

Server Prerequisites

Lists CPU, memory, and disk space requirements for application and backup servers.

Software Prerequisites

Specifies supported operating systems and virtual environments for VSS Provider.

Restrictions and Points of Consideration

Covers operational restrictions and important considerations for VSS Provider setup.

3 Configuration Procedure

Installation

Provides step-by-step instructions for installing the VSS Provider on servers.

User Edit Files

Explains how to edit setup and configuration files for VSS Provider customization.

Setup Files

Details the entries, description, and formatting for VSS Provider setup files.

Maintenance Configuration Files

Describes how to edit maintenance configuration files for log management.

4 Uninstallation Procedure

6 Repair Installation

7 Using the VSS Provider GUI

Functions of GUI Tool

Overview of the VSS Provider GUI tool's capabilities for setting up disk array systems.

Starting the GUI Tool

Procedures for starting the VSS Provider GUI tool on different Windows versions.

8 Troubleshooting

Message IDs

Explains message classifications based on the first digit of the message ID.

Log Files

Details VSS Provider and GUI tool log file types, locations, and naming conventions.

Error Messages Output by the Installer

Lists and explains common error messages encountered during VSS Provider installation.

Error Messages Output by the GUI Tool, and VSS Provider

Provides error messages from the GUI tool and VSS Provider with explanations.

9 Configuration Method When VSS Provider is Used in Virtual DKC

Physical DKC

Details the configuration method for VSS Provider in a physical DKC environment.

Virtual DKC

Details the configuration method for VSS Provider in a virtual DKC environment.

10 Support and Other Resources

Accessing Hewlett Packard Enterprise Support

Provides information on contacting HPE support and accessing resources.

Websites

Lists important websites for HPE support, documentation, and software.

A Warranty and Regulatory Information

Warranty Information

Information on warranty terms for various HPE product lines.

Regulatory Information

Details on regulatory markings and compliance information.

Glossary

Index

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