154 IBM Flex System V7000 Storage Node Introduction and Implementation Guide
Choosing a method
There are two methods that can be used for the initial setup of the IBM Flex System V7000
Storage Node. The method used depends upon the configuration of the IBM Flex System:
If the IBM Flex System has an installed and configured IBM Flex System Manager, then it
should be used to set up the IBM Flex System V7000 Storage Node.
If the IBM Flex System does not have an IBM Flex System Manager (FSM) installed and
configured, use the Chassis Management Module to set up the IBM Flex System V7000
Storage Node.
Before starting
Observe these preliminary considerations:
You should have installed the IBM Flex System V7000 Storage Node enclosures in the
rack, connected all cables, powered the system on, and checked the LED status for the
system. When you have completed these steps, you can continue with the configuration of
the IBM Flex System V7000 Storage Node.
To complete this procedure, use a supported web browser. Verify that you are using a
supported web browser from the following website:
http://www.ibm.com/support/entry/portal/overview/hardware/puresystems/pureflex_
system/storage_node/flex_system_v7000
Decide whether you are going to use an DHCP server to assign the node service IP
address or will assign static IP addresses.
If using an DHCP server, make sure the IBM Flex System V7000 Storage Node has
access to the DHCP server and there are at least two DHCP addresses available on the
subnet for their use. They are the addresses that will be used in the initial installation.
If assigning static service IP addresses, make sure that you also know the management IP
address that you want to assign to the IBM Flex System V7000 Storage Node. It is the
address that will be used to access the IBM Flex System V7000 Storage Node cluster for
management after installation is complete.
If you are using the Chassis Management Module (CMM) to set up your system, ensure
that the chassis the IBM Flex System V7000 Storage Node is installed in is being
managed by the CMM.
If you are planning to use the CMM to setup your system, verify that you are using a CMM
that supports the IBM Flex System V7000 Storage Nodes from the following website:
http://www.ibm.com/support/entry/portal/overview/hardware/puresystems/pureflex_
system/storage_node/flex_system_v7000
If you are using the Flex System Manager (FSM) to setup your system, you must have an
installed and pre-configured FSM. Verify that you are using a supported FSM for IBM Flex
System V7000 Storage Nodes from the following website:
http://www.ibm.com/support/entry/portal/overview/hardware/puresystems/pureflex_
system/storage_node/flex_system_v7000
Tip: A USB key is not required for first-time setup or normal operations. However, it might
be required for resetting the password, the service IP, and to check the status of an
inaccessible canister, if directed by IBM Service and Support.
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