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6Gb SAS storage enclosures to an HP BladeSystem c-Class enclosure. The BladeSystem solutions described in this guide include a BladeSystem c-Class enclosure with server blades, 6Gb SAS Smart Array controllers, 6Gb SAS switch blades, and 6Gb SAS external storage enclosures. HP Part Number: 634041-006 - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 2
, provide installation instructions, and illustrate a variety of deployments connecting to external shared SAS storage enclosures. (HP P2000 G3 SAS MSA) Revision 2 September 2011 Added content and examples showing support for external zoned SAS storage enclosures. (HP MDS600 and HP D2600/D2700 - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 3
information...29 Important tips...29 HP D2600/D2700 Disk Enclosures 32 For more information...32 Important tips...33 HP MSL2024, MSL4048, MSL8048, and MSL8096 Tape Libraries and 1/8 G2 Tape Autoloader.....34 For more information...34 Important tips...35 Rack and Power...36 For more information...36 - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 4
HP 6Gb SAS BL Switch firmware in single-domain deployments 63 Updating HP 6Gb SAS BL Switch firmware in dual-domain deployments 65 Updating firmware on shared SAS storage (MSA 2040 SAS or P2000 G3 SAS MSA controller enclosures and its cascaded MSA 2040, P2000, MSA2000, and D2700 drive enclosures - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 5
Server and P711m, P712m, and P721m/P731m controller worksheet 102 HP 6Gb SAS BL Switch worksheet 103 HP MSA 2040 SAS or P2000 G3 SAS MSA controller enclosure worksheet 104 HP MSA 2040 or P2000 drive enclosure worksheets 105 MDS600 and D6000 storage enclosure worksheet 106 HP D2600/D2700 storage - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 6
1 Introduction This document provides guidelines, instructions, and illustrated examples to help deploy a solution centered around a BladeSystem c-Class enclosure with server blades, 6Gb SAS controllers, 6Gb SAS switch blades, and external SAS storage enclosures. MSL Tape Libraries and Tape - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 7
Setup Instructions • HP BladeSystem c3000/c7000 Enclosure Setup and Installation Guide • HP BladeSystem Onboard Administrator User Guide • HP ProLiant Server Blade Installation Instructions • HP ProLiant Server Blade User Guide • HP Smart Array Controllers for HP ProLiant Servers User Guide • HP 6Gb - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 8
D6000 Disk Enclosure User Guide • HP D6000 Disk Enclosure Maintenance and Service Guide D2600/D2700 disk enclosures: • HP 6Gb SAS Disk Enclosures Getting Started Instructions • HP D2600/D2700 Disk Enclosure User Guide Software tools: • HP 6G Virtual SAS Manager User Guide • Configuring Arrays on HP - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 9
of Task and Resource links. Some of the links include: ◦ Download drivers and software ◦ Setup, install, and configure (information) ◦ Manuals (to access user documents associated with the device) ◦ Sign up for driver and support alerts (strongly recommended) ◦ Customer advisories ◦ Customer notices - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 10
specifically referenced in this guide. See "Documents referred to in this guide" (page 7). • Review the QuickSpecs for the Smart Array SAS controllers, 6Gb SAS BL Switch, and external SAS storage enclosures to make sure that your planned configuration, including the number of servers, is supported - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 11
) • "HP BladeSystem c-Class Server Blades" (page 14) • "HP Smart Array SAS Controllers" (page 16) • "HP 6Gb SAS BL Switch" (page 20) • "HP P2000 G3 SAS MSA and MSA 2040 SAS Systems" (page 23) • "HP MDS600 and D6000 Disk Enclosures" (page 28) • "HP D2600/D2700 Disk Enclosures" (page 32) • "HP MSL2024 - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 12
on HP websites: • HP BladeSystem c3000 Enclosure Setup and Installation Guide-Detailed hardware description, installation, and user information • HP BladeSystem Onboard Administrator User Guide-Information on using Onboard Administrator. • HP BladeSystem c-Class Enclosure Troubleshooting Guide - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 13
on HP websites: • HP BladeSystem c7000 Enclosure Setup and Installation Guide-Detailed hardware description, installation, and user information • HP BladeSystem Onboard Administrator User Guide-Information on using Onboard Administrator. • HP BladeSystem c-Class Enclosure Troubleshooting Guide - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 14
.hp.com/products/blades/components/ c-class-bladeservers.html BladeSystem Technical Resources website: http://www.hp.com/go/bladesystem/documentation Be sure to read the following documents, shipped with the server blade and BladeSystem enclosure: • HP ProLiant Server Blade Installation Instructions - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 15
more detailed information about server blades, see the following documents, available on HP websites: • HP ProLiant Server Blade User Guide-Detailed hardware description and user information Important tips • Compatibility dependencies exist among components. See the QuickSpecs for your existing or - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 16
. ◦ The two ports provide dual-domain support. • Controller firmware supports SAS 2.0 zoning and the following RAID levels: 0 and 1. Key features of the P711m (high-end controller): • Supported for use in G6 and G7 ProLiant server blades. • Supports external shared SAS storage enclosures, such as - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 17
also provide dual-domain support. • Controller firmware supports SAS 2.0 zoning, Heal Array, and the following RAID levels: 0, 1, 1+0, 5, 50, 6, 60, 1 (ADM), and 10 (ADM), but the actual RAID levels that are available for use are dictated by the attached shared SAS storage enclosures. Key features - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 18
• HP Smart Array Controllers for HP ProLiant Servers User Guide-Detailed information about all Smart Array controllers, including specifications, installation, and configuration procedures. Important tips • In shared SAS solutions such as those using P2000 G3 SAS MSA external shared SAS storage, all - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 19
or D2600/D2700 storage enclosures, the P711m with 1Gb cache the P721m/P731m with 2GB cache SAS controller is required. Gen6 or Gen7 servers: Gen8 servers: P711m with 1Gb cache P721m/P731m with 2GB cache SAS controller NOTE: The HP P731m does not support the MDS600. • Hard drive and cabling method - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 20
2400 MB/s per port) • 8x (high performance) SAS cabling support when attached to MDS600 or D6000 storage enclosures • Dual-domain support, when two HP 6Gb SAS BL Switches are installed in the same BladeSystem interconnect bay row • Zoning support • Embedded HP Virtual SAS Manager software for switch - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 21
For more information about configuring and managing the switch using VSM, see "Solution management tools" (page 37). HP 6Gb SAS BL Switch 21 - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 22
, if ports are available, connect two cables from the switch to each storage enclosure controller or I/O module. For more information about single domain, dual domain, and high-performance cabling, see "Deployment examples" (page 71). • Upgrade to the latest firmware version before use. 22 Device - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 23
configured with a single controller, with the option of installing a second controller at a later time, or with dual controllers for situations that require higher availability and performance for the most demanding entry-level situations. There are two types of MSA storage enclosures: • Controller - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 24
supported drive enclosure models: P2000 or MSA 2040This LFF enclosure has 12 drive bays D2700 This SFF enclosure has 25 drive bays for 2.5 inch for 3.5 inch drives drives NOTE: • A mixture LFF and SFF drive enclosures can be cascaded from an MSA controller enclosure. • The total number of drives - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 25
module drive enclosure models. Configuration, management, and monitoring tasks are performed using the Storage Management Utility (SMU) or Command Line Interface (CLI), both of which are embedded in MSA 2040 SAS or P2000 G3 MSA System-family array controller firmware. Functionality of the two user - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 26
Cable Configuration Guide • HP P2000 G3 MSA System SAS User Guide • HP P2000 G3 MSA System SMU Reference Guide-Detailed information about and instructions how to configure arrays and LUNs on P2000 G3 MSA controller enclosures and any cascaded drive enclosures. • HP P2000 G3 MSA System CLI Reference - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 27
HP MSA 2040 SMU Reference Guide or HP P2000 G3 MSA System SMU Reference Guide. ◦ For information about configuring storage in the CLI, see the HP MSA 2040 CLI Reference Guide or HP P2000 G3 MSA System CLI Reference Guide. • (Optional but strongly recommended) Map each volume to ports on the server - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 28
-domain connectivity. For dual-domain connectivity, obtain and install a second I/O module in each storage drawer. • Four power supplies are included, for maximum redundancy and fault-tolerance. • Drive bay zoning support (when attached to an HP 6Gb SAS BL Switch in a BladeSystem c-Class enclosure - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 29
• HP D6000 Disk Enclosure Maintenance and Service Guide • HP 6G Virtual SAS Manager User Guide-Detailed information about and instructions how to configure zone groups on the HP 6Gb SAS BL Switch to control access to external SAS storage enclosures. Important tips • Upgrade to the latest firmware - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 30
or later). ◦ P721m SmartArray SAS controllers installed on the Gen8 servers. NOTE: The HP P731m does not supprt the MDS600 storage enclosure. ◦ 6Gb SAS BL Switches in the c7000 for connecting to the MDS600 Disk Enclosure. Hard drive and cabling method restrictions might exist. For more information - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 31
model c7000 enclosure. - Ensure that P721m/P731m SmartArray controllers are installed on Gen8 servers. - Ensure that 6Gb SAS BL Switches are installed in the c7000. - Migrate the MDS600 from the old c7000 enclosure to the 6Gb SAS BL switches in the new c7000. HP MDS600 and D6000 Disk Enclosures 31 - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 32
the enclosure, see the following documents, available on HP websites: • HP D2600/D2700 Disk Enclosure User Guide • Configuring Arrays on HP Smart Array Controllers Reference Guide-Detailed information about and instructions how to configure arrays and LUNs on external SAS storage enclosures. 32 - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 33
/D2700 storage enclosure to the HP 6Gb SAS BL Switch, be sure to follow HP recommended best practices. For more information about cabling devices to the switch, see the user documents for each device. Note the following: ◦ For improved performance and availability, deploy a dual-domain configuration - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 34
about the tape library and its installation and configuration procedures. • HP MSL2024, MSL4048, MSL8048, and MSL8096 Tape Libraries user and service guide and HP 1/8 G2 Tape Autoloader user and service guide-Detailed hardware reference, maintenance, and service information. 34 Device information - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 35
configuration guidelines, see the EBS Design Guide. • SAS tape libraries must be connected to a port on the HP 6Gb SAS BL Switch (they cannot be connected to a SAS port on an external SAS storage enclosure). • Each SAS tape drive has a single SAS port. Redundancy is not supported, so the host end - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 36
/products/servers/platforms/ rackandpower.html (Server racks, power, and infrastructure options) HP power protection and management website: http://h18004.www1.hp.com/products/servers/ proliantstorage/power-protection/index.html (Power distribution racks, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), Power - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 37
SAS Manager" (page 41) • "MSL 2040 SAS and P2000 G3 SAS MSA Storage Management Utility" (page 42) • "MSA 2040 SAS or P2000 G3 MSA Command Line Interface" (page 43) • "HP Array Configuration Utility" (page 44) • "HP Systems Insight Manager" (page 46) • "MSL Tape Libraries and 1/8 G2 Tape Autoloader - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 38
devices, including server blades and switches installed in the c-Class enclosure. Using pre-configured hardware parameters, OA performs initial configuration steps for the enclosure, allows for run-time management and configuration of the enclosure components, and informs you of problems within the - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 39
tasks for the selected device. For example, when a SAS BL Switch installed in interconnect bay 5 is selected in the navigation tree, additional information the following: ◦ Power off the switch ◦ Reset the switch ◦ Toggle on/off the UID light • Open the Management Console (HP Virtual SAS Manager) - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 40
. For the selected switch, the display shows each port of the switch, the server blade it is mapped to, and the WWN of the P711m/P712m port. To determine installed firmware versions of components, click Rack Firmware in the navigation tree. The display shows all BladeSystem devices, along with the - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 41
• Configure switch parameters • Create zone groups • Assign zone groups to servers • Reset the switch • Update firmware For information on the VSM, see its online help and the HP 6G Virtual SAS Manager User Guide, available on the HP 6Gb SAS BL Switch page of the HP Manuals website http://www.hp.com - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 42
SAS array adding support for SSDs and more enclosures. Examples shown below use the P2000 G3 SMU. Through the SMU, you can manage the following physical and logical storage components: controller enclosures, drive enclosures, MSA controllers, power-and-cooling modules, hard drives, virtual disks - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 43
CLI offers a command level method of configuring, managing, and monitoring the MSA System and its storage. You can enter individual commands or command scripts. The CLI the CLI, see the HP MSA 2040 CLI Reference Guide or the HP P2000 G3 MSA System CLI Reference Guide. The following image shows a CLI - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 44
about using the ACU, see the ACU section of the Configuring Arrays on HP Smart Array Controllers Reference Guide. This guide is available on the Support page of the ACU website: http://h18000.www1.hp.com/products/servers/proliantstorage/software-management/acumatrix/. 44 Software information - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 45
for storage configuration. The HP SSA provides improved configuration performance, additional configuration features, along with enhanced diagnostic and reporting capabilities. Although ACU is still supported, HP SSA is the replacement starting with HP ProLiant Gen8 servers. NOTE: The HP Smart Array - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 46
provides base-level management of HP clients, printers, and selected storage. HP recommends using HP SIM to monitor the performance of your systems. NOTE: You must install and use SIM to benefit from the Pre-Failure Warranty for processors, SAS, SCSI, and SATA hard drives, and memory modules. Key - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 47
user and service guide or the HP 1/8 G2 Tape Autoloader user and service guide. As shown in the following image, the System Status pane on the left side of the page shows the current device and drive status. The System Status pane for the MSL4048, MSL8048, and MSL8096 also shows the power supply - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 48
, configure, and operate most Library or Autoloader functions from the front panel. Use the control buttons to scroll through the menu. For more information about the OCP, see the HP MSL2024, MSL4048, MSL8048, and MSL8096 Tape Library user and service guide or the HP 1/8 G2 Tape Autoloader user and - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 49
, see the HP Smart Storage Administrator User Guide. For more information about RAID levels and configuring the D2600/D2700, MDS600, or D6000 storage, see the Configuring Arrays on Smart Array Controllers Reference Guide, at http:// h18000.www1.hp.com/products/servers/proliantstorage/software - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 50
the user documents for the controller. For information about which controllers are supported for use with the external storage enclosures, see "External SAS device, controller, and drive support matrix" (page 77). Mappings for the c3000 BladeSystem enclosure: BladeSystemc-Classenclosuremodel Server - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 51
, even if servers or disk drives are not yet installed in BladeSystem c-Class enclosure device bays or storage enclosure drive bays. NOTE: While zoning is created and managed through the VSM, the storage is configured, formatted, and partitioned using software utilities such as the HP Storage System - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 52
enclosure with external SAS storage; details are not included in the scope of this document. For details, see the setup and installation instructions provided with each device. User documents for devices in this solution are available on the HP Manuals website http://www.hp.com/support/ manuals - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 53
MSA controller and drive enclosures. If necessary, update the firmware. Install MDS600 or D6000 storage enclosures. If necessary, update the firmware. Install D2600/D2700 storage enclosures. If necessary, update the firmware. Configure zoning on the switch. Restart servers. Configure the MSA 2040 - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 54
switches in the same interconnect bay row is not supported. • In dual-domain configurations with two switches installed in the same interconnect bay row of the BladeSystem enclosure: ◦ Both switches must have the same version of firmware installed. MSA 2040 SAS or P2000 G3 SAS MSA controller - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 55
the same BladeSystem interconnect row.) ◦ For more information about updating MDS600 or D6000 firmware, see the HP 6G Virtual SAS Manager User Guide. HP D2600/D2700 disk enclosure: • Use blanks to fill unpopulated drive bays. Gaps between components cause changes in airflow through the device. Using - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 56
, or P721m/P731m controller on each server blade. For detailed instructions on installing the P711m, P712m, or P721m/P731m, see the HP Smart Array Controllers User Guide. Make sure to install the P711m, P712m, or P721m/P731m controller in a expansion slot that maps to the planned interconnect bays - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 57
the HP ProLiant Server Blade User Guide. 7. Install the MSA 2040 SAS or P2000 G3 SAS MSA controller enclosures and any cascaded drive enclosures. If not included in your solution, proceed to the next step. For detailed instructions on installing MSA storage enclosures, see "Installing the enclosures - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 58
firmware on shared SAS storage (MSA 2040 SAS or P2000 G3 SAS MSA controller enclosures and its cascaded MSA 2040, P2000, MSA2000, and D2700 drive enclosures)" (page 67) j. Install required MSA-specific drivers and software, such as the multipathing Device Specific Module, on each server that - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 59
/D2700 drive enclosures)" (page 68). 9. Install D2600/D2700 disk enclosures. If not included in your solution, proceed to the next step. For detailed instructions on installing D2600/D2700 storage enclosures, see "Installation" in the HP D2600/D2700 Disk Enclosure User Guide.) a. Before installing - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 60
Configure zone groups and assign them to the servers. a. Set the Multi-initiator mode. b. Create the zone groups. Zoned SAS and shared SAS storage enclosures use different types of zoning. For more information, see the VSM online help and the HP 6G Virtual SAS Manager User Guide. c. For each server - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 61
server assigned a drive-bay zone group, create arrays and LUNs using the HP SSA, ACU or ACU CLI. ("ACU" in the Configuring Arrays on HP Smart Array Controllers Reference Guide) For information on the HP SSA, see the HP Smart Storage Administrator User Guide. 14. Configure the D2600/D2700 storage - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 62
, and D2700 drive enclosures)" (page 67) • "Updating firmware on zoned SAS storage (MDS600, D6000, and D2600/D2700 drive enclosures)" (page 68) Updating firmware on BladeSystem components and devices Available as a download from the BladeSystem Firmware Maintenance website, use the HP Smart Update - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 63
to activate newly installed firmware. Switch resetting may disrupt the I/O transaction between servers and storage enclosures. ◦ In single-domain configurations, schedule a maintenance window to power off and then restart all associated solution devices. ◦ In dual-domain configurations, if both - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 64
switch, the display shows each port of the switch, the server blade it is mapped to, and the WWN of the P711m/P712m port. For an illustrated example of this screen, see "HP Onboard Administrator" (page 38) c. Power off storage enclosures connected to the switch. 9. Restart the switch. From the VSM - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 65
to VSM and confirm that the firmware installed successfully with no issues. 13. Close the maintenance window by doing the following: a. Restart storage enclosures. b. Restart server blades. c. Restart I/O. Updating HP 6Gb SAS BL Switch firmware in dual-domain deployments The following is an overview - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 66
was not selected, repeat steps 2-7 to update firmware on the additional switch. 14. Repeat steps 8-12 to restart the partner switch. 15. Close the maintenance window by doing the following: a. Restart storage enclosures. b. Restart server blades. c. Restart I/O. 66 Maintenance and troubleshooting - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 67
• In dual-controller configurations, either schedule a maintenance window or perform during times of low I/O. For information about updating firmware using the SMU, see the HP MSA 2040 SMU Reference Guide, HP P2000 G3 MSA System SMU Reference Guide, HP MSA 2040 CLI Reference Guide, or HP P2000 G3 - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 68
the VSM GUI or CLI, see the HP 6G Virtual SAS Manager User Guide. 1. Obtain the latest MDS600, D6000, or D2600/D2700 firmware image file from the HP Support Downloads page: http://www.hp.com/support/downloads. 2. Power off all servers that map to the storage enclosure. 3. From the workstation with - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 69
for status alerts to identify the problem. • See the HP 6Gb SAS BL Switch User Guide for LED definitions. Verify the power up sequence and allow sufficient time for each component to power up. Verify cabling from the switch to the storage enclosures. For more information about power-up sequence, see - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 70
codes, see the HP 600 Modular Disk System Maintenance and Service Guide, HP D6000 Disk Enclosure Maintenance and Service Guide, HP 600 Modular Disk System User Guide, or HP D6000 Disk Enclosure User Guide. Troubleshooting D2600/D2700 storage enclosures NOTE: After a power failure, the enslosure - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 71
illustrate a few of the supported deployments when connecting external SAS storage enclosures to the c-Class BladeSystem enclosure. The focus of these examples is on hardware options, requirements, and SAS cabling. Most examples are of dual-domain, high-availability configurations, so that if any - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 72
SATA disk drives in the D2600/D2700 disk enclosure. Two I/O modules are installed in the D2600/D2700 storage enclosure, providing alternate paths between the switches and the dual-port SAS disk drives in the D2600/D2700 disk enclosure. Cabling: A single cable is connected between the Two cables - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 73
HP 6Gb SAS BL Switch port information As shown in the following illustration: • SAS ports: Eight per switch. Labeled 1-8 from left to right on the front of the switch. Use these SAS ports to connect external SAS storage enclosures switch). When two controllers are installed in the enclosure, the - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 74
or to a drive enclosure that is between this drive enclosure and the controller enclosure. • SAS Out port: One per I/O module. Labelled OUT. Use this SAS expansion port to connect (cascade) an additional drive enclosure. NOTE: Mini-SAS to mini-SAS cables are required when connecting MSA 2040 - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 75
is on the left of the device; from the rear of the device, drawer number 1 is on the right. As shown in the following illustration: • I/O modules: Each drawer can support two I/O modules. ◦ Top I/O module: Primary I/O module ◦ Bottom I/O module: Secondary I/O module • SAS Ports: Each I/O module has - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 76
or P2000 G3 SAS MSA or MSA 2040 drive enclosure, P2000 drive enclosure, or D2600/D2700 disk enclosure. • SAS port P2: Labelled P2. ◦ In zoned SAS environments, this port is unused. (Cascading additional disk enclosures is not supported.) ◦ In shared SAS environments, use this SAS expansion port to - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 77
SAS/SATA SAS/SSD SAS/SSD SAS/SSD SAS/SSD Cabling method support matrix The following table lists the matrix for supported cabling methods. Drive Storage enclosure type MDS600 SAS SATA D6000 SAS SATA Cabling method P712m (512MB cache) Single or dual domain, standard cabling P711m (1GB - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 78
Drive Storage enclosure type Cabling method P712m (512MB cache) SAS Single or dual domain, standard cabling D2600/D2700 SAS SATA Single or dual domain, high performance Single domain, standard cabling SATA Single domain, high performance cabling P2000 G3 MSA Single or dual domain, standard - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 79
• "MDS600 and D6000 dual domain, standard cabling" (page 89) • "MDS600 and D6000 dual domain, high-performance cabling" (page 90) • "MDS600 and D6000 to two c-Class enclosures" (page 91) • "D2600/D2700 Single domain, standard cabling" (page 92) • "D2600/D2700 Dual domain, standard cabling" (page 93 - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 80
, storage enclosure, and drive model. For more information, see "External SAS device, controller, drive, and cabling support matrices" (page 77) Devices and quantities P2000 G3 SAS MSA controller enclosures: 1 P2000 drive enclosures: 0 BladeSystem c7000 enclosures: 1 6G SAS BL Switches: 1 Server - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 81
, storage enclosure, and drive model. For more information, see "External SAS device, controller, drive, and cabling support matrices" (page 77) Devices and quantities P2000 G3 SAS MSA controller enclosures: 1 P2000 drive enclosures: 0 BladeSystem c7000 enclosures: 1 6G SAS BL Switches: 1 Server - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 82
, storage enclosure, and drive model. For more information, see "External SAS device, controller, drive, and cabling support matrices" (page 77) Devices and quantities P2000 G3 SAS MSA controller enclosures: 1 P2000 drive enclosures: 0 BladeSystem c7000 enclosures: 1 6G SAS BL Switches: 2 Server - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 83
P2000 G3 SAS MSA dual-controller, dual-domain, optimal cabling This example illustrates optimal cabling for a high-performance, high-availability configuration. In this configuration, note the following: • Two cables from each switch to each MSA controller will provide optimal fault tolerance, if a - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 84
SAS MSA dual-controller, dual-domain, optimal cabling" (page 83) and shows connection paths from a dual-controller P2000 G3 SAS MSA controller enclosure to cascaded, dual I/O module P2000 drive enclosures. NOTE: Restrictions exist, depending on the controller, storage enclosure, and drive model. For - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 85
illustrates standard cabling for a single-domain configuration. In this configuration, note the following: • One cable from the MDS600 or D6000 storage drawer to the switch offers single-domain connectivity. For dual-domain support, an additional I/O module must be installed in the storage drawer - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 86
model. For more information, see "External SAS device, controller, drive, and cabling support matrices" (page 77) Devices and quantities MDS600/D6000 storage enclosures: 1 I/O modules: 2 BladeSystem c7000 enclosures: 1 6Gb SAS BL Switches: 1 Server blade types: half-height and full-height Connection - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 87
-domain configuration. • High-performance cabling adds an additional cable from each MDS600/D6000 I/O module in each storage drawer) to the switch, improving performance by providing an additional connection between the storage and the server: one cable provides a 4x connection; two cables provide - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 88
drawer 1, primary I/O module, port 1 ◦ Port 6: to storage drawer 1, primary I/O module, port 2 IMPORTANT: Because it includes two HP 6Gb SAS BL Switches, this configuration is similar in appearance to a dual-domain, high-performance configuration. However, because of the single I/O module in each - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 89
, port 1 Notes • If sufficient ports on the switch are available, HP recommends connecting an additional cable from the switch to the I/O modules, for additional performance. For an example, see "MDS600 and D6000 dual domain, high-performance cabling" (page 90) Illustrated configuration examples 89 - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 90
optimal high-performance, high-availability configuration in dual domain configurations. In this configuration, note the following: • An additional cable from each I/O module to an adjacent port on the switch offers additional performance: one cable provides a 4x connection; two cables provide a 8x - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 91
illustrates cabling from two BladeSystem c-Class enclosures to one MDS600 or D6000 storage enclosure. In this configuration, note the following: • This example shows a dual-domain MDS600 or D6000 with high-performance cabling. Dual-domain standard cabling and single-domain devices are also supported - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 92
on the controller, storage enclosure, and drive model. For more information, see "External SAS device, controller, drive, and cabling support matrices" (page 77) Devices and quantities D2600/D2700 storage enclosures: 1 BladeSystem c7000 enclosures: 1 SAS BL Switches: 1 Server blade types: half - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 93
controller, storage enclosure, and drive model. For more information, see "External SAS device, controller, drive, and cabling support matrices" (page 77) Devices and quantities D2600/D2700 disk enclosures: 1 D2600/D2700 I/O modules: 2 BladeSystem c7000 enclosures: 1 SAS BL Switches: 2 Server blade - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 94
MSA controller enclosure and an D2700 disk enclosure. In this type of configuration, note the following: NOTE: Restrictions exist, depending on the controller, storage enclosure, and drive model. For more information, see "External SAS device, controller, drive, and cabling support matrices" (page - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 95
, see "External SAS device, controller, drive, and cabling support matrices" (page 77) Devices and quantities P2000 G3 SAS MSA controller enclosures: 1 P2000 drive enclosures: 3 MDS600 storage enclosures: 1 c7000 enclosures: 1 6Gb SAS BL Switches: 2 Server blade types: half-height and full-height - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 96
an P2000 G3 SAS MSA System in the configuration. Tape autoloaders and tape libraries are supported with shared SAS storage enclosures and zoned SAS storage enclosures. NOTE: Restrictions exist, depending on the controller, storage enclosure, and drive model. For more information, see "External SAS - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 97
• Product serial numbers • Error messages • Operating system type and revision level • Detailed questions HP websites For additional information, see the following HP websites: • http://www.hp.com • http://www.hp.com/go/storage • http://www.hp.com/service_locator • http://www.hp.com/support/manuals - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 98
. IMPORTANT: Provides clarifying information or specific instructions. NOTE: Provides additional information. TIP product. If a CSR part needs replacing, HP ships the part directly to you so that you can install it at your convenience. Some parts do not qualify for CSR. Your HP-authorized service - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 99
on your product's service level. Notifications may be sent to your authorized HP Channel Partner for on-site service, if configured and available in your country. The software is available in two variants: • HP Insight Remote Support Standard: This software supports server and storage devices and - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 100
Our goal is to provide you with documentation that makes our storage hardware and software products easy to install, operate, and maintain. Your feedback is invaluable in letting us know how we can improve your experience with HP documentation. Please take 10 minutes to visit the following web site - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 101
configuration changes and troubleshooting. Component Rack Quantity of Power Distribution Units (PDUs) HP c-Class BladeSystem Enclosure HP c-Class Onboard Administrator module HP BladeSystem ProLiant Server Blades HP Smart Array SAS Controller HP SAS BL Switch External zoned SAS storage enclosure - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 102
worksheet Server blade model: Serial number: Server name: OS version/service pack: Installed in enclosure device bay number: Onboard Administrator IP address: Expansion slot used by P711m, P12m, or P721m/P731m: P711m, P12m, or P721m/P731m serial number P711m, P12m, or P721m/P731m firmware version - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 103
HP 6Gb SAS BL Switch worksheet IMPORTANT: Dual-domain configurations need two switches. Model: 6Gb SAS BL Switch Serial number: Switch name: Firmware version (must be the same on all switches): Installed in enclosure interconnect bay number: Model: 6Gb SAS BL Switch Serial number: Switch name: - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 104
HP MSA 2040 SAS or P2000 G3 SAS MSA controller enclosure worksheet Model: MSA 2040 SAS or P2000 G3 SAS MSA controller enclosure MSA controller model: Chassis serial number: Device name: Hard drive type and size: Firmware version (must be the same on both controllers): Controller A Management port IP - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 105
or P2000 drive enclosure Chassis serial number: Device name: Enclosure firmware version: Hard drive type and size: Model: MSA 2040 or P2000 drive enclosure Chassis serial number: Device name: Enclosure firmware version: Hard drive type and size: HP MSA 2040 or P2000 drive enclosure worksheets 105 - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 106
MDS600 and D6000 storage enclosure worksheet Model: MDS600 or D6000 disk enclosure Chassis serial number: Device name: Firmware version (must be the same on all I/O modules): I/O module 1 WWID: I/O module 2 WWID: I/O module 3 WWID: I/O module 4 WWID: ACU login information: Drive types and sizes: 106 - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 107
login information: Hard drive types and sizes: Model: (D2600 or D2700) Chassis serial number: Device name: Firmware version (must be the same on all I/O modules): I/O module 1 WWID: I/O module 2 WWID: ACU login information: Hard drive types and sizes: HP D2600/D2700 storage enclosure worksheet 107 - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 108
Tape and Autoloader worksheet Model: Chassis serial number: Device name: Firmware version: 108 Device worksheets - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 109
configuring the storage Array Configuration Utility (ACU), 44 Command Line Interface (CLI), 43 storage, 51 Storage Management Utility (SMU), 42 contacting HP, 97 conventions document, 98 text symbols, 98 customer self repair, 98 D D2600/D2700 dual controller, standard cabling, 93 installation best - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 110
Array Configuration Utility (ACU), 44 Command Line Interface (CLI), 43 Onboard Administrator (OA), 38 Storage Management Utility (SMU), 42 supported, 37 Systems Insight Manager (SIM), 46 tape tools, 47 Virtual SAS Manager (VSM), 41 MDS600 dual domain cabling, 90 dual domain, high-performance cabling - HP BladeSystem c7000 | HP BladeSystem Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb SA - Page 111
, 46 T tape devices example cabling, 96 information about, 34 worksheets, 108 technical support HP, 97 service locator website, 97 text symbols, 98 troubleshooting 6Gb SAS BL Switch, 69 D2600/D2700 disk enclosure, 70 MDS600/D6000, 69 two c-Class enclosures to MDS600, 91 typographic conventions
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HP BladeSystem
Deployment Guide for Solutions with 6Gb
SAS BL Switches and External SAS Storage
Enclosures
This document provides device overview information, installation best practices and procedural overview, and illustrated
examples for attaching external 6Gb SAS storage enclosures to an HP BladeSystem c-Class enclosure. The BladeSystem solutions
described in this guide include a BladeSystem c-Class enclosure with server blades, 6Gb SAS Smart Array controllers, 6Gb
SAS switch blades, and 6Gb SAS external storage enclosures.
HP Part Number: 634041-006
Published: October 2013
Edition: 6