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HPE StoreOnce 3100 User Manual

HPE StoreOnce 3100
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HPE StoreOnce 3100, 3500, 5100, and
5500 System Installation and
Configuration Guide
Part Number: BB913-90964
Published: April 2018
Edition: 4
Abstract
This guide is for HPE StoreOnce System Administrators. It assumes that the user has
followed the instructions on the appropriate Start Here poster to create a basic network
connection to the HPE StoreOnce System.

Table of Contents

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HPE StoreOnce 3100 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelHPE StoreOnce 3100
CategoryStorage
ReplicationYes
Warranty3 Years
Connectivity1 GbE
Form Factor2U
Supported ProtocolsVTL, OST
Power SupplyDual redundant power supplies
Operating Temperature10 to 35°C (50 to 95°F)

Summary

Preparing for Basic Configuration

Structure of the StoreOnce Guide

Explains the guide's two sections: task-based configuration and reference information.

Overview of StoreOnce Configuration Tasks

Provides a checklist of initial configuration steps and their corresponding sections.

SAS Cabling for HPE StoreOnce 5500 Systems

Cabling Considerations for HPE StoreOnce 5500 Systems

Details SAS cabling requirements and diagrams for the 5500 System.

Basic HPE StoreOnce 5500 System Installation

Describes the standard installation scenario for the 5500 System's disk enclosure.

Powering Up and Setting Up iLO4

Powering Up the HPE StoreOnce 5500 System

Steps to power on the 5500 System, including cable checks and LED status.

Powering Up StoreOnce 3100, 3500 and 5100 Systems

Instructions for powering on other StoreOnce models and checking connections.

iLO Network Name and iLO Password

Information on default iLO credentials and best practices for changing them.

Configuring iLO4, All Systems

Procedure for configuring iLO4 settings via the local console or DHCP.

Basic Network Configuration

Steps to perform initial network setup, including using the 'net set address' script.

Configuring Licenses

Capacity Expansion License for StoreOnce 5500

Details on licenses for adding storage capacity to the 5500 System.

Pre-installed Capacity Licenses

Explains licenses factory-installed with base systems or capacity upgrades.

Capacity Expansion License for HPE StoreOnce 3500 Series and HPE StoreOnce 5100 System

Information on licenses for expanding capacity on 3500 and 5100 models.

Setting Time Zone and Configuring NTP Server

Using the StoreOnce GUI to Set the Time Zone

Procedure to configure the appliance's time zone via the GUI.

Using the StoreOnce GUI to Configure NTP Server

Steps to configure NTP servers for time synchronization using the GUI.

Creating User Accounts and Changing Default Passwords

StoreOnce User Accounts

Describes the two default user roles (Admin, Operator) and their permissions.

Adding a Local User

Step-by-step guide to adding new local user accounts via the GUI.

Changing Passwords for Local Users

Instructions on how to modify passwords and roles for existing local users.

Setting Up StoreOnce Email Alerts

Email Setup Page

Overview of the email setup page for configuring event notifications.

Configuring Email Settings

Details on setting up SMTP server, port, sender, and reply-to addresses.

Testing Email

Procedure to send a test email to verify the configuration.

Setting Up SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol)

Management Information Bases (MIBs)

Explains the role of MIBs for network management and how to obtain them.

Configuring SNMP on the StoreOnce GUI

Steps to enable and configure the SNMP agent settings through the GUI.

Generating the SSL Certificate

SSL Certificates

Explains the need for SSL certificates for secure GUI access.

Generating a Self-Signed Certificate

Provides instructions to generate a self-signed SSL certificate for the appliance.

Expanding Storage Capacity, If Supported

HPE StoreOnce 3500 Series

Details on storage expansion for the 3500 series, noting limitations.

Viewing License Details

How to check installed capacity upgrade licenses via the GUI.

Viewing Storage Status

Procedure to scan and view the configured and unconfigured storage.

Checking for the Latest Software

Checking the StoreOnce Software Version

Steps to verify the current software version and check for updates.

Viewing and Upgrading Firmware

Process for checking and applying firmware updates to system components.

Complete Network Configuration

Initial StoreOnce Network Configuration

Describes the basic network setup with LAN port 1 and its implications.

Creating a StoreOnce Custom Network Configuration Overview

Overview of creating custom network configurations using GUI or CLI.

Creating Port Sets

Network Configuration Port Set Fields

Explains the fields used when defining network port sets.

Creating Subnets

Network Configuration New Subnet Fields

Details the fields for creating new network subnets.

Validating and Activating the StoreOnce Configuration

Steps to validate and activate the created network configuration.

Additional Configuration Tasks

Saving the StoreOnce Configuration and Keystore

Procedures for backing up configuration files and encryption keystore.

Running a StoreOnce System Confidence Check

How to run a system self-test using the CLI for diagnostics.

Configuring Media Servers to Use StoreOnce Catalyst

Drivers for StoreOnce VTL Devices on Client Servers

Requirements for client server drivers (LTO Tape, Medium Changer) for VTL.

iSCSI Initiator (StoreOnce VTL)

iSCSI Initiator (StoreOnce VTL)

Explanation of iSCSI for VTL and requirements for Windows/Linux.

Hardware Overview Reference Section

Optional Hardware

Overview of optional PCIe cards for 10 GbE and Fibre Channel.

HPE StoreOnce 5500 System Front and Rear Views, Server

Diagrams and labels for the 5500 System server's front and rear panels.

HPE StoreOnce 5100 System

Storage Expansion

Details on storage expansion for the 5100 System, including Capacity Upgrade Kits.

Figure 18: Cabling showing five Capacity Upgrade Kits below the server

Illustrates cabling for expanded storage on the 5100 System.

Optional PCIe Cards

PCIe Slot Allocation at Delivery

Information on how PCIe cards are installed and configured at the time of product shipment.

Port Numbering on PCI Cards

Figure 20: 10 GbE Cards

Diagrams showing port numbering for 10 GbE cards.

Viewing Optional Hardware Configuration

Controller Card Status

How to view the status, license, and validation of installed optional hardware controllers.

Network Reference Information

More About Network Configuration

General tasks and considerations for network configuration.

1 GbE Network Connections

Details on the four 1 GbE ports and their use for network configuration.

10 GbE Network Connections

Information on 10 GbE connectivity requiring optional PCIe cards.

Key Network Definitions

Network Configuration

Explains the three main components: DNS servers, Port Sets, and Subnets.

DNS Servers

Configuration details for primary and backup DNS servers.

Port Sets

Defines port sets for physical network ports, bonding, and VLANs.

Subnets

Network Bonding Modes

Details on supported bonding modes (Active/Backup, LACP, Load Balancing) for network ports.

VLAN Guidelines with StoreOnce Systems

VLAN Guidelines with StoreOnce Systems

Guidelines for configuring VLAN subnets, tag IDs, and their limitations.

Fibre Channel with StoreOnce Systems

Fibre Channel Hardware Requirements

Requirements for Fibre Channel connectivity, noting it's not supported on 3100.

Supported Fibre Channel Connections

Information on supported Fibre Channel topologies (switched fabric, direct attach).

Zoning

Explains the necessity and benefits of Fibre Channel zoning in SAN environments.

Configuring Fibre Channel

For Use with StoreOnce Catalyst Stores

How to configure FC settings for StoreOnce Catalyst stores.

For Use with VTL Libraries

Configuration of FC settings for VTL libraries, including port speed and topology.

Support and Other Resources

Accessing Hewlett Packard Enterprise Support

Links and information for accessing HPE support documentation and services.

Accessing Updates

Procedures for downloading software updates and subscribing to alerts.

Customer Self Repair

Remote Support

Details on remote support features and HPE Proactive Care services.

Warranty Information

Where to find warranty details for HPE products.

Regulatory Information

Additional Regulatory Information

Information on chemical substances compliance, RoHS, and REACH.

Documentation Feedback

How to provide feedback for improving the documentation.

Additional Regulatory Information

Belarus Kazakhstan Russia Marking

Local representative information and markings for Russia, Belarus, and Kazakhstan.

Turkey RoHS Material Content Declaration

Ukraine RoHS Material Content Declaration

Information regarding compliance with Ukraine's technical regulations on hazardous substances.

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