Video two of two: Performing end-to-end software configuration
The following video shows end-to-end software configuration for systems running ONTAP 9.2 and later.
NetApp video: Software configuration for vSphere NAS datastores for FAS/AFF systems running ONTAP 9.2
Detailed steps - FAS500f
This section gives detailed step-by-step instructions for installing a FAS500f system.
Step 1: Prepare for installation
To install your FAS500f system, you need to create an account and register the system. You also need to
inventory the appropriate number and type of cables for your system and collect specific network information.
You need to have access to the
NetApp Hardware Universe (HWU) for information about site requirements as
well as additional information on your configured system. You might also want to have access to the
Release
Notes for your version of ONTAP
for more information about this system.
What you need
You need to provide the following at your site:
• Rack space for the storage system
• Phillips #2 screwdriver
• Additional networking cables to connect your system to your network switch and laptop or console with a
Web browser
Steps
1. Unpack the contents of all boxes.
2. Record the system serial number from the controllers.
3. Set up your account:
a. Log in to your existing account or create an account.
b. Register (NetApp Product Registration) your system.
4. Download and install
NetApp Downloads: Config Advisor on your laptop.
5. Inventory and make a note of the number and types of cables you received.
The following table identifies the types of cables you might receive. If you receive a cable not listed in the
table, see the
NetApp Hardware Universe to locate the cable and identify its use.
Type of cable… Part number and length Connector type For…
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