is configured on both the network and iSCSI interface on different subnets, the
configuration is not supported.
DescriptioniSCSI InterfaceNetwork Interface
VLANIPVLANIP
SupportedNoneSubnet XNoneSubnet X
SupportedVLAN ASubnet YNoneSubnet X
SupportedVLAN BSubnet XVLAN BSubnet X
Not SupportedVLAN BSubnet YVLAN BSubnet X
■ Using an iSNS server (Internet Storage Name Service) for discovering targets
is supported.
See “About iSNS” on page 27.
■ Only a QLogic Small Form-Factor Pluggable (SFP+) module is supported in the
10Gb Ethernet/iSCSI card. You will receive an alert if an unsupported SFP
module is detected in the 10Gb Ethernet/iSCSI card (if alerts are configured).
For the latest NetBackup Appliance compatibility information, refer to the Hardware
Compatibility List on the following website:
www.netbackup.com/compatibility
Overview of the iSCSI topology
The appliance can operate as the VMware backup host and take VMware backups
by using iSCSI. In this topology, the appliance functions as an initiator and is
connected to a storage array (target) on a TCP/IP network. The storage array can
be connected to an ESX host over FC/LAN etc.
11Overview
Overview of the iSCSI topology