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General| Product Type | Storage Controller |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | 2U |
| Operating System | NimbleOS |
| Category | Hybrid Flash Array, All-Flash Array |
| Processor | Intel Xeon (Exact model varies by controller) |
| Storage Protocols | iSCSI, Fibre Channel |
| Maximum Capacity | Up to 1 PB |
| Network Interfaces | 10 GbE |
| Data Protection | Replication |
| Data Reduction | Inline Compression, Deduplication |
Information to help determine network topology, plan IP addresses, and understand data connections.
Details on choosing network topology: one shared, two dedicated, advanced, or dual fabric.
Required firewall rules for Storage SAN to communicate with storage servers on specific ports.
Definition of subnets, MTU settings, and VLAN ID usage for network segmentation.
Safety precautions for installing storage arrays or expansion shelves in a rack.
Step-by-step instructions for physically installing the array into a rack.
Configuration where management and data paths share the same subnet or network.
Configuration separating management and data paths onto different subnets or networks.
Steps to properly connect power cables to both power supplies of the array.
Overview of HPE GreenLake cloud services for consistent, cloud-qualified customer experience.
Steps required to enable the array for cloud management via HPE GreenLake.
Instructions for downloading the HPE Storage Toolkit for Windows.
Guidance on installing the HPE Storage Toolkit for Windows on a client system.
Step-by-step process for connecting the storage array to HPE GreenLake using the wizard.
Using Storage Setup Manager for initial array configuration from a Windows host.
Procedure for establishing a serial connection for initial array setup via CLI.
Information on integrating HPE storage arrays with Windows environments.
Details on HPE storage array integration with VMware vStorage APIs and vCenter plugin.
Description and illustration of the array's front panel components and slots.
Description and illustration of the array's rear panel components and cabling points.
Explanation of the front panel LEDs for power, status, and controller identification.
How to check array model, OS version, and controller states via the GUI.
Step-by-step instructions for physically installing the expansion shelf into a rack.
Description of expansion shelf front panel slots and drive carrier designations.
Explanation of LED indicators on the expansion shelf front panel.
General procedures for maintaining drives, including SSDs and HDDs.
Procedure to replace Solid State Drives (SSDs) in the HPE storage array or expansion shelf.
Procedure to replace Hard Disk Drives (HDDs) in the HPE storage array or expansion shelf.
Procedure for replacing a failed controller in the HPE storage array.
Procedure to replace network interface cards (NICs) or host bus adapters (HBAs).
Switching array management from the active to the standby controller via the GUI.
Procedure to replace a failed expander in an expansion shelf.
Indicators and events that suggest a power supply unit has failed.
Procedure to replace a failed AC power supply unit (PSU).
Procedure to replace a failed DC power supply unit (PSU).
Procedure to replace the chassis of an HPE storage array or expansion shelf.
Procedure to add Hard Disk Drives (HDDs) to increase storage capacity.
Procedure to add Solid State Drives (SSDs) to improve storage array cache performance.
Procedure to upgrade NICs, HBAs, or SCM cards in the HPE storage array.
Procedure to upgrade controllers for Alletra 5010 and Nimble Storage HF20 models.
Procedure to upgrade controllers for Alletra 5030 and Nimble Storage HF40 models.
Environmental, electrical, and physical specifications for HPE storage arrays and expansion shelves.
Technical details for supported SFP+ and SFP28 optical transceivers.
How to check system temperature to prevent overheating and maintain safe operation.
Steps to check system temperature through the Graphical User Interface.
Description of all regulatory warnings applicable to HPE storage arrays.
Safety warnings pertaining to HPE storage arrays, access restrictions, and precautions.
Basic electrical safety precautions to protect users and equipment from harm.
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