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Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide First Edition (June 2001) Part Number: AA-RMECB-TE Compaq Computer Corporation - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 2
Compaq, the Compaq logo, and StorageWorks Registered in U.S. Patent and service provider's option, destroy or return the software and associated documentation in its possession. Printed in the U.S.A. HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 3
Contents About this Guide Text Conventions xiv Symbols in Text xv Symbols on Equipment xv Rack Stability xvi Installation and Setup of the CD-ROM xvi Configuration Flowchart xvii Getting Help xx Compaq Technical Support xx Compaq Website xxi Compaq Authorized Reseller xxi Chapter 1 - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 4
iv HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide Disabling the CCL 1-9 Enabling/Disabling the CCL in SCSI-3 Mode 1-10 Connections 1-10 Naming Connections 1-10 Numbers of Connections 1-11 Assigning Unit Numbers 1-14 Matching - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 5
Use by the FileSystem 3-8 Labeling LUNs 3-8 File System Creation 3-9 Chapter 4 Installing and Configuring the HS-Series Agent Why Use StorageWorks Command Console (SWCC 4-1 About the Network Connection for the Agent 4-3 Mapping SCSI-generic Devices 4-5 Configuring the Agent 4-6 Configuring - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 6
vi HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide Adding a Subsystem Entry 4-9 Adding a Client System Entry 4-9 Restarting the SWCC Agent 4-9 RAID Manager Mail Messages 4-10 Chapter 5 Configuration Procedures Establishing a Local Connection - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 7
3 for two Model 4214R Disk Enclosures A-6 Appendix B Installing, Configuring, and Removing the Client Why Install the Client B-1 Before You Install the Client B-2 Installing the Client B-2 Troubleshooting the Client Installation B-3 Invalid Network Port Assignments During Installation B-3 - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 8
viii HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide "There is no disk in the drive" Message B-4 Adding the Storage Subsystem and its Host to the Navigation Tree B-4 Removing the Command Console Client B-6 Where - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 9
Assignments and SCSI_VERSION 1-17 Table 2-1 A Comparison of Container Types 2-7 Table 2-2 Example Chunk Sizes 2-25 Table 3-1 StorageWorks Solution Software Packages 3-2 Table 3-2 Minimum System Requirements 3-3 Table 4-1 SWCC Features and Components 4-2 Table 4-2 Installation and Configuration - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 10
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Figures Figure 1 General configuration flowchart xviii Figure 2 Configuring storage with the CLI xix Figure 3 Configuring storage with SWCC xx Figure 1-1 Location of controllers and cache modules in a Model 2100 enclosure 1-2 Figure 1-2 "This controller" and "other controller" for the Model 2100 - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 12
xii HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide Figure 4-2 RAID Array V8.6 Configuration Menu 4-8 Figure 5-1 Maintenance port connection 5-2 Figure 5-2 Single controller cabling 5-5 Figure 5-3 Controller pair failover cabling 5-11 Figure - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 13
guide provides installation and configuration instructions for operation of the HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha. Thank You for selecting a Compaq StorageWorks RAID Array subsystem for your growing storage needs. StorageWorks RAID subsystems are designed to support - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 14
Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide Text Conventions This document uses the following conventions: Keys DRIVE NAMES * These elements appear in uppercase. Enter When you are instructed to enter information, type the information and press the Enter key. - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 15
found in this guide have the following off in this manner presents clarifying information or specific instructions. Symbols on Equipment Any surface or area of presence of electrical shock hazards. Enclosed area contains no operator serviceable parts. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 16
for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide Power Supplies or Systems marked with these symbols the equipment, observe local occupational health and safety requirements and guidelines for manual material handling. Rack Stability WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 17
About this Guide xvii Configuration Flowchart A three-part flowchart is shown on the following interface to the controller. s Figure 3 on page xx shows how to configure storage using StorageWorks Command Console (SWCC), which is the graphical user interface to the controller. All references in - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 18
xviii HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide Unpack See the unpacking instructions on shipping box Plan a Subsystem Chapter 1 Plan Storage Chapter 2 Prepare Host Chapter 3 Make Local Connection Page 5-2 Single Controller Cable - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 19
Partition, Page 5-19 Assign Unit Numbers Page 5-20 Assign Unit Identifiers Page 5-21 Configuration Options Page 5-21 Figure 2. Configuring storage with the CLI About this Guide xix - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 20
in the following locations. Compaq Technical Support A technical support specialist can help you diagnose a problem or guide you to the next step in the warranty process. In North America, call the Compaq Technical Phone Support Center at 1-800-OK-COMPAQ. This service is available 24 hours a day - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 21
About this Guide xxi s Product model names and numbers s Applicable error messages s Add-on boards or hardware s Third-party hardware or software s Operating system type and revision level s - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 22
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the command line interface (CLI). For the complete syntax and descriptions of the CLI commands, see the Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 Array Controller ACS Version 8.6 CLI Reference Guide. The following information is included in this chapter: s "Defining the Subsystems," page 1-1 s "Failover Mode," page - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 24
1-2 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide Controller Designations A and B A hardware device that, with proprietary software, facilitates communications between a host and one or more devices organized in an array. HSG60 family - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 25
Planning a Subsystem 1-3 Controller Designations "This Controller" and "Other Controller" Some CLI commands use the terms "this" and "other" to identify one controller or the other in a dual-redundant pair. These designations are a shortened form of "this controller" and "other controller." These - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 26
1-4 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide Failover Mode Failover is a way to keep the storage array available to the host if one of the controllers becomes unresponsive. A controller can become unresponsive - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 27
Planning a Subsystem 1-5 The limitation of transparent failover is that it only compensates for a controller failure, and not for failures of either the Fibre Channel link or host Fibre Channel adapters. Host 1 Host 2 Host 3 Switch or huCb XO7036A Switch or hub Host port 1 active Controller - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 28
Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide Host 1 Switch or hub Host 2 Host 3 Switch or hub B to controller A CXO7035A Selecting a Cache Mode The cache module supports read, read-ahead, write-through, and write-back caching techniques. The - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 29
Planning a Subsystem 1-7 Read Caching When the controller receives a read request from the host, it reads the data from the disk drives, delivers it to the host, and stores the data in its cache module. Subsequent reads for the same data will take the data from cache rather than accessing the data - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 30
and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide Enabling Mirrored Caching In the following conditions are met: s Both controllers support the same size cache. s Diagnostics indicate that in failover mode. The Command Console LUN StorageWorks Command Console (SWCC) software communicates with HSG60 - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 31
Planning a Subsystem 1-9 IMPORTANT: SCSI- The CCL does the following: s Allows the RAID Array to be recognized by the host as soon as it is attached to the SCSI bus and configured into the operating system. s Serves as a communications device for the HS-Series Agent. The CCL identifies itself to the - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 32
Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide Enabling/Disabling the CCL in SCSI-3 Mode The CCL on a controller. NOTE: In ACS V8.6 Solution Software the maximum number of supported hosts is 96. Naming Connections Compaq highly recommends that you assign names to - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 33
Planning a Subsystem 1-11 Numbers of Connections The number of connections resulting from cabling one adapter into a switch or hub depends on failover mode and how many links the configuration has: s If a controller pair is in transparent failover mode and the port 1 link is separate from the port 2 - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 34
1-12 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide Host 1 "AQUA" FCA1 Host 2 "BLACK" FCA1 Host 3 "BROWN" FCA1 Switch or hub Connection AQUA1A1 Host port 1 active Controller A Switch or hub Host port 2 standby D0 - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 35
Host 1 "GREEN" FCA1 Host 2 "ORANGE" FCA1 Planning a Subsystem 1-13 Host 3 "PURPLE" FCA1 Switch or hub Connections GREEN1A1 ORANGE1A1 PURPLE1A1 Host port 1 active Controller A Host port 2 standby Connections GREEN1B2 ORANGE1B2 PURPLE1B2 D0 D1 Host port 1 standby D100 D101 D120 Controller B - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 36
1-14 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide Assigning Unit Numbers The controller keeps track of the unit with the unit number. Unit number can be from 0 199 prefixed by a D, which stands for - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 37
Planning a Subsystem 1-15 If no value is specified for offset, then connections on port 1 have a default offset of 0 and connections on port 2 have a default offset of 100. For example, if all host connections use the default offset values, unit D2 will be presented to a port 1 host connection as - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 38
1-16 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide An additional factor to consider when assigning unit numbers and offsets is SCSI version. If the SCSI_VERSION switch of the SET this_controller/other_controller command is - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 39
Planning a Subsystem 1-17 In this example, if a unit 20 is defined, it will be superseded by the CCL and invisible to the connection. Assigning Unit Numbers and Host Connections in SCSI-2 Mode Some operating systems expect or require a disk unit to be at LUN 0. In this case, it is necessary to - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 40
1-18 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide Restricting Host Access in Transparent Failover Mode The following methods can be used to restrict host access to storage units in transparent failover mode: s Using - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 41
Planning a Subsystem 1-19 Host 1 "AQUA" FCA1 Host 2 "BLACK" FCA1 Host 3 "BROWN" FCA1 Switch or hub Connection AQUA1A1 Host port 1 active Controller A Switch or hub Host port 2 standby D0 D1 D100 D101 D120 Connection BLACK1B2 Connection BROWN1B2 Host port 1 standby Controller B Host - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 42
1-20 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide For example: In Figure 1-9, you can restrict the access of unit D101 to host 3, named BROWN, by enabling only the connection to host 3. Enter the - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 43
Planning a Subsystem 1-21 NOTE: It is highly recommended that you still give access to only specific connections, even if there is just one connection on the link. That way, if new connections are added, they will not have automatic access to all units. Worldwide Names (Node IDs and Port IDs) A - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 44
1-22 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide C 1 WWN INFORMATION P/N: S/N: WWN: NNNN - NNNN - NNNN - NNNN Checksum: NN 2 1 Node ID (Worldwide name) 2 Checksum CXO7195A Figure 1-10. Placement of the worldwide name label on the - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 45
2 Chapter Planning Storage The information in this chapter will help you plan the storage configuration of your subsystem. Use the guidelines found in this section to plan the various types of storage containers needed. The following information is included in this chapter: s "Where to Start," page - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 46
Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide Where to Start The following procedure outlines the steps to take to in defining and naming your storage containers. See the Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 Array Controller ACS Version 8.6 CLI Reference - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 47
Planning Storage 2-3 Configuration Rules Review these configuration rules to ensure your planned configuration meets the following requirements and conditions: s Maximum of 128 LUNs: if Command Console LUN is enabled, the result is 127 visible LUNs and one CCL s Maximum 1.024 TB LUN capacity s - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 48
Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide 1 02 00 LUN 00 Target 02 Port 1 Figure 7 are reserved for the controllers, and SCSI target IDs 14 and 15 are not supported). Figure 2-2 shows the addresses for each device using two Model 4214R disk enclosure shelves in - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 49
Planning Storage 2-5 Model 4254 Disk Enclosure Shelf 1 (dual-bus) Bus A Bus B Bay 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 SCSI ID 00 01 02 03 04 05 08 00 01 02 03 04 05 08 DISK ID Disk10000 Disk10100 Disk10200 Disk10300 Disk10400 Disk10500 Disk10800 Disk20000 Disk20100 Disk20200 Disk20300 Disk20400 - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 50
2-6 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide Determining Storage Requirements It is important to determine your storage requirements. Here are a few of the questions you should ask yourself regarding the subsystem usage: s - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 51
Containers Planning Storage 2-7 Partition Single devices (JBOD) Stripeset (R0) Storagesets Mirrorset (R1) Striped mirrorset (R0+1) RAIDset (R3/5) Figure 2-5. Container types CXO6677A Table 2-1 compares the different kinds of containers to help you determine which ones satisfy your - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 52
2-8 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide Table 2-1 A Comparison of Container Types (Continued) Container Name Relative Availability RAIDset (RAID 3/5) Excellent Striped Mirrorset (RAID 0+1) Excellent Request Rate (Read/Write) - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 53
Planning Storage 2-9 Type of Storageset: _____ Mirrorset __X_ RAIDset _____ Stripeset Storageset Name R1 Disk Drives D10300, D20300, D10400, D20400 Unit Number D101 _____ Striped Mirrorset ____ JBOD Partitions: Unit # Unit # Unit # Unit # Unit # % % % % % RAIDset Switches: - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 54
2-10 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide Storageset Planning Considerations This section contains the guidelines for choosing the storageset type that would best work in your subsystem: s "Stripeset Planning Considerations" on page 2- - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 55
Planning Storage 2-11 6 1 5 2 3 4 Disk 10000 Disk 20000 Disk 10100 Chunk 1 4 25 Figure 2-7. A 3-member RAID 0 stripeset (example 1) 36 CXO7287A The relationship between the chunk size and the average request size determines if striping maximizes the request rate or the data-transfer - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 56
2-12 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide Operating system view Virtual disk Block 0 Block 1 Block 2 Block 3 Block 4 Block 5 etc. Actual device mappings Disk 1 Block 0 Block 3 etc. Disk 2 Block 1 Block 4 etc. Stripeset Disk 3 - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 57
data. Stripesets are more suitable for storing data that can be reproduced easily or whose loss does not prevent the system from supporting its critical mission. s Evenly distribute the members across the device ports to balance load and provide multiple paths. s Stripesets may contain between - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 58
2-14 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide Disk 10000 A Disk 20100 B Disk 10200 C Disk 20000 A' Disk 10100 B' Disk 20200 C' Figure 2-9. Mirrorsets maintain two copies of the same data Operating system view Virtual - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 59
Planning Storage 2-15 s You can configure up to 20 mirrorsets per controller or pair of dual-redundant controllers. Each mirrorset may contain up to 6 members. s Both write-back cache modules must be the same size. s A mirrorset should only contain disk drives of the same capacity. s Mirrorsets are - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 60
2-16 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide Operating system view Virtual disk Block 0 Block 1 Block 2 Block 3 Block 4 Block 5 etc. Disk 1 Block 0 Block 5 Block 10 Block 15 Disk2 Block 1 Block 6 Block 11 Parity - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 61
Planning Storage 2-17 s A RAIDset must include at least 3 disk drives, but no more than 14. s A storageset should only contain disk drives of the same capacity. The controller limits the capacity of each member to the capacity of the smallest member in the storageset. Thus, if you combine 9 GB disk - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 62
2-18 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide t Mirrorset1 Disk 20000 A Mirrorset2 Disk 10100 B Mirrorset3 Disk 20200 C Disk 10000 A' Disk 20100 B' Disk 10200 C' Figure 2-12. Striped mirrorset (example 1) The failure of a single - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 63
unit. The Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 Array Controller (ACS) Version 8.6 CLI Reference Guide describes the CLI command: ADD CONCATSETS which is used to perform concatenation. CAUTION: The ADD CONCATSETS command should only be executed with host operating systems that support - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 64
Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide You can create up to eight partitions per storageset (disk addressable storage units, therefore, you can partition a single storageset to service more than one user group or application. Defining a Partition Partitions - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 65
use CLI commands to configure the storageset or device manually, the configuration procedure found in Chapter 5 of this guide indicates when and how to enable each switch. The Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 Array Controller ACS Version 8.6 CLI Reference Guide contains the details of the CLI command and - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 66
For details on the use of these switches refer to SET RAIDSET and SET RAIDset-name commands in the Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 Array Controller ACS Version 8.6 CLI Reference Guide. Mirrorset Switches You can enable the following switches to control how a mirrorset behaves to ensure data availability - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 67
s Geometry For details on the use of these switches refer to CREATE_PARTITION command in the Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 Array Controller ACS Version 8.6 CLI Reference Guide. Initialization Switches Initialization switches set characteristics for established storagesets before they are made into units - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 68
2-24 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide Increasing the Request Rate A large chunk size (relative to the average request size) increases the request rate by enabling multiple disk drives to respond to - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 69
Planning Storage 2-25 s If you have mostly sequential reads or writes (like those needed to work with large graphic files), then make the chunk size a small number (that is 17 sectors). Table 2-2 shows a few examples of chunk size selection. Transfer Size (KB) 2 4 8 Table 2-2 Example Chunk Sizes - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 70
a single-disk unit from any disk drive that has been used as a member of a mirrorset. See the REDUCED command in the Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 Array Controller ACS Version 8.6 CLI Reference Guide for information on removing disk drives from a mirrorset. NODESTROY is ignored for members of a RAIDset. - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 71
the characteristics of units. The unit switches are described under the SET unit-number command in the Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 Array Controller ACS Version 8.6 CLI Reference Guide. One unit switch, ENABLE/DISABLE_ACCESS_PATH, determines which host connections can access the unit, and is part of - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 72
2-28 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide The following example (see Figure 2-17) is of a single-shelf disk enclosure using a single-bus I/O module (Model 4214R): s Unit D100 is a 3-member RAID 3/5 storageset named - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 73
Planning Storage 2-29 s Unit D101 is a 2-member striped mirrorset named S1. S1 consists of M1 and M2: ❏ M1 is a 2-member mirrorset consisting of Disk10200 and Disk20200. ❏ M2 is a 2-member mirrorset consisting of Disk20300 and Disk10300. s Unit D102 is a 2-member mirrorset named M3. M3 consists of - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 74
2-30 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide 2. Note the position of all the drives contained within D104. 3. Enter the following command to turn off the flashing LEDs: LOCATE CANCEL The following is - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 75
3 Chapter Preparing the Host System This chapter describes how to prepare the Linux host computer to accommodate the HSG60 controller storage subsystem. The following information is included in this chapter: s "Making a Physical Connection," page 3-1 s "Installing the Solution Software Packages," - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 76
Configuration Guide manual s Appropriate tools to service the computer The host bus adapter board plugs into a standard PCI slot in the host computer. Refer to the system manual for instructions StorageWorks Solution Software consists of the packages as shown in Table 3-1. Table 3-1 StorageWorks - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 77
by the logfiles in the /var/log/steam directory. Minimum System Requirements Before installing the StorageWorks Solution Software, verify that your host system meets the minimum requirements detailed in Table 3-2. as to whether install the Solution Software packing in automatic or manual mode. - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 78
Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide s Mounting the CD-ROM s Installing the CPQraidsw Package Mounting the RAID Manager software (SWCC Agent). s The CPQqla2x00 package includes supported modules for the CPQ/Qlogic Fibre Channel HBA driver and sg modules - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 79
kit, run install_stgwks and follow the instructions on your screen. The install_stgwks is a guide, which checks your Linux environment and generic support." s Since some edits described in the README files are done automatically during the installation process they do not need to be done manually. - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 80
Installation Manager guides you through the installation of the different software packages that may be required for your system. Follow the on-screen instructions carefully, some - tion and automatically load and / or update all supported HBA drivers and RAID Manager packages. This includes removing - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 81
suse 6.3 suse 7.0 The Linux Distribution: suse (Release: 7.0). -- Press Return to Continue -- Checking Installed HBA(s) ... The current Linux PK supports the following HBA(s): Driver Version qla2x00 4.28b sg N/A NN Bus IRQ Vendor Module Driver Version Status 1 00:02.0 3 Q Logic ISP2200 - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 82
Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide n) to disregard this operation; q) to terminate this Linux PK drivers/scsi. Preparing LUNs for Use by the FileSystem Each LUN created on the MA6000 appears as a SCSI hard disk to the host. Therefore, it must be labeled - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 83
Preparing the Host System 3-9 File System Creation Before the new LUN can be used by the system, a new filesystem must be created on each partition that will be mounted. The mkfs command is used to create filesystems. For more information, refer to the man pages for the mkfs commands. s To create a - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 84
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Console (SWCC)? StorageWorks Command Console (SWCC) enables you to monitor and configure the storage connected to the HSG60 controller. SWCC consists of Client and Agent. s Client provides pager notification and lets you manage your virtual disks. Client runs on Windows 2000 with Service Pack 1 and - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 86
Table 4-2 Installation and Configuration Overview Step Procedure 1 Verify that your hardware has been set up correctly. See the previous chapters in this guide. 2 Verify that you have a network connection for the Client and Agent systems. See "About the Network Connection for the Agent" on page - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 87
Client software on Windows 2000 with Service Pack 1 or Windows NT 4.0 (Intel) with Service Pack 6A. See Appendix B. Notification" in the Compaq StorageWorks Command Console Version 2.4 User Guide. About the Network support the dynamic host configuration protocol (DHCP) or the Windows Internet Name - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 88
4-4 HSG80 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide 1 VTA O 2 3 44 5 4 7 VTA H-STA VCENT O O 7 VTA H-STA VCENT O O 6 Figure 4-1. An example of a network connection CXO7240A 1 Agent system (has the Agent software) 2 TCP/IP Network 3 - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 89
Installing and Configuring the HS-Series Agent 4-5 Mapping SCSI-generic Devices A SCSI-generic device must be created for communication between the SWCC Agent and the HSG80 RAID Controller. This prevents conflicts between the SCSI disk driver (which presents blocked (filesystem-oriented) devices to - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 90
This utility is usually used for first-time configuration or upgrades. It guides you through the configuration of your Agent. It also identifies and upgrades "Configuring the Agent with RAID Array V8.6 Configuration Menu"for instructions on running Config.sh. Configuring the Agent with Install.sh ( - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 91
you want to upgrade them. After you configure your Agent, you can use the SWCC Client software to create storagesets. See Appendix B for instructions on installing and using the SWCC Client. Configuring the Agent with RAID Array V8.6 Configuration Menu To view the RAID Array V8.6 Configuration Menu - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 92
4-8 HSG80 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide ---- RAID Array V8.6 Configuration Menu ---- Agent Admin Options 1) Change Agent Password 2) Change SNMP Enterprise OID 3) Start/Stop the Agent 4) Toggle Agent Startup on System Boot 5) - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 93
Installing and Configuring the HS-Series Agent 4-9 Adding a Subsystem Entry Any storageset belonging to the subsystem can be used for this procedure, butdo not delete the LUN from the subsystem when reconfiguring, as this breaks the communication link to the Agent for the entire subsystem. 1. From - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 94
useful in troubleshooting subsystem problems. To receive RAID Manager messages, you must enable "email notification" within the Agent Configuration program. For more information on how to decipher mail messages from RAID Manager, refer to Compaq StorageWorks Command Console Version 2.4 User Guide. - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 95
," page 5-19 s "Assigning Unit Numbers and Unit Qualifiers," page 5-20 s "Configuration Options," page 5-21 Use the command line interpreter (CLI) or StorageWorks Command Console (SWCC) to configurea subsystem. This chapter uses CLI, which is the low-level interface to the controller. If you want to - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 96
To install a controller or cache module and the PCMCIA card, see the Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 Array Controller ACS Version 8.6 Maintenance and Service Guide. Establishing a Local Connection A local connection is required to configure the controller until a command console LUN (CCL) is established - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 97
Configuration Procedures 5-3 Establishing Connection with a Linux System NOTE: The following examples use the Linux cu utility which can be found in the UUCP package. To set up your Linux system for connection with the HSG60 Controller, follow these steps: 1. Use the supplied serial cable and the 9 - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 98
5-4 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide 3. Apply power to the storage subsystem. 4. Open the file /etc/uucp/port. 5. Configure the computer or terminal as follows: ❏ 9600 baud ❏ 8 data bits ❏ 1 stop bit ❏ - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 99
12 3 Configuration Procedures 5-5 4 5 5 4 CXO6881B 1 Controller 2 Host port 1 3 Host port 2 4 Cable from the switch to the host Fibre Channel adapter 5 FC switch Figure 5-2. Single controller cabling Configuring a Single Controller Using CLI To configure a single controller using CLI involves - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 100
5-6 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide See "Worldwide Names (Node IDs and Port IDs)," page 1-21, for the location of the sticker. The node ID is located in the third line - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 101
controller settings, such as changing the CLI prompt. See the SET this_controller/other controller command in the Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 Array Controller ACS Version 8.6 CLI Reference Guide for the format of optional settings. 11. Verify that all commands have taken effect. Use the following - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 102
Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide Verify node ID, allocation class, SCSI version, failover mode, the FC switches through Telnet, set an IP address for each switch. See the manuals that came with the switches for details. Plug in the FC Cable and Verify - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 103
Configuration Procedures 5-9 Connection Operating Name System Controller !NEWCON00 WNNT OTHER HOST_ID=XXXX-XXXX-XXXX-XXXX Unit Port Address Status Offset 1 200613 OL other 0 ADAPTER_ID=XXXX-XXXX-XXXX-XXXX For an explanation about why there may be multiple connections shown for one - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 104
5-10 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide Setting Up a Controller Pair Power Up and Establish Communication 1. Connect the computer or terminal to the controller as shown in Figure 5-1. The connection to the - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 105
13 4 Configuration Procedures 5-11 5 6 2 5 1 Controller A 2 Controller B 3 Host port 1 4 Host port 2 5 Cable from the switch to the host FC adapter 6 FC switch Figure 5-3. Controller pair failover cabling 6 CXO6887B Configuring a Controller Pair Using CLI To configure a controller pair using - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 106
5-12 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide See "Worldwide Names (Node IDs and Port IDs)," page 1-21, for the location of the sticker. The node ID is located in the third line - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 107
controller settings, such as changing the CLI prompt. See the SET this_controller/other controller command in the Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 Array Controller ACS Version 8.6 CLI Reference Guide for the format of optional settings. 11. Verify that all commands have taken effect. Use the following - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 108
Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide Verify node ID, allocation class, SCSI version, failover mode, the FC switches through Telnet, set an IP address for each switch. See the manuals that came with the switches for details. Plug in the FC Cable and Verify - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 109
. After the system is started, verify that your LUNs are accessible. Configuring Devices The disks on the device bus of the HSG60 can be configured manually or with the CONFIG utility. The CONFIG utility is easier. Invoke CONFIG with the following command: RUN CONFIG - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 110
: ADD MIRRORSET MIRRORSET-NAME DISKNNNNN DISKNNNNN SWITCHES NOTE: See the ADD MIRRORSET command in the Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 Array Controller ACS Version 8.6 CLI Reference Guide for a description of the mirrorset switches. 2. Initialize the mirrorset, specifying any desired switches: INITIALIZE - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 111
RAIDSET-NAME DISKNNNNN DISKNNNNN DISKNNNNN SWITCHES NOTE: See the ADD RAIDSET command in the Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 Array Controller ACS Version 8.6 CLI Reference Guide for a description of the RAIDset switches. 2. Initialize the RAIDset, specifying any desired switches: INITIALIZE RAIDSET - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 112
5-18 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide For example: The commands to create RAID1, a RAIDset with three members (DISK10000, DISK20000, and DISK10100) and to initialize it with default values: ADD RAIDSET RAID1 - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 113
assign the largest free space available to the partition. NOTE: See the CREATE_PARTITION command in the Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 Array Controller ACS Version 8.6 CLI Reference Guide for a description of the partition switches. 3. Verify the partitions: SHOW STORAGESET-NAME or SHOW DISK-NAME - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 114
specified through the use of command qualifiers, which are discussed in detail under the ADD UNIT command in the Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 Array Controller ACS Version 8.6 CLI Reference Guide. Each unit can be reserved for the exclusive use of a host or group of hosts. See "Restricting Host Access - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 115
Configuration Procedures 5-21 For example: To assign unit D4 to DISK20300, use the following command: ADD UNIT D4 DISK20300 Assigning a Unit Number to a Partition To assign a unit number to a partition, use the following syntax: ADD UNIT UNIT-NUMBER STORAGESET-NAME PARTITION=PARTITION-NUMBER For - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 116
5-22 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide Adding Disk Drives If you add new disk drives to the subsystem, the disk drives must be added to the controllers' list of known devices: s - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 117
disk drive is automatically initialized and placed into the spareset. If initialization fails, the disk drive remains in the failedset until you manually delete it from the failedset. To enable autospare, enter the following command: SET FAILEDSET AUTOSPARE To disable autospare, enter the following - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 118
5-24 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide 4. Verify the configuration: SHOW STORAGESET-NAME Changing Switches for a Storageset or Device You can optimize a storageset or device at any time by changing the switches - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 119
Configuration Procedures 5-25 Changing Unit Switches Use the SET unit-name command to change the characteristics of a unit. For example, the following command enables write protection for unit D100: SET D100 WRITE_PROTECT - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 120
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6 Chapter Configuration Example Using CLI This chapter presents an example of configuring a particular storage subsystem using the CLI. The CLI configuration example shown assumes: s A normal, new controller pair, meaning: ❏ NODE ID set ❏ No previous failover mode ❏ No previous topology set s Two - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 122
DISK10300 DISK10400 DISK10500 DISK10800 DISK10900 DISK11000 DISK11100 DIS112000 DISK11300 not supported not supported 6-2 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide Model 4214R Disk Enclosure Shelf 1 (single-bus) Bay 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 123
Configuration Example Using CLI 6-3 Host 1 "RED" FCA1 FCA2 Host 2 "GREY" FCA1 FCA2 Host 3 "BLUE" FCA1 FCA2 Switch or hub Connections RED1B1 GREY1B1 BLUE1B1 Connections RED1A1 GREY1A1 BLUE1A1 Host port 1 active Controller A Switch or hub Connections RED2A2 GREY2A2 BLUE2A2 Connections - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 124
6-4 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide Host 1 "RED" FCA1 Host 2 "GREY" FCA1 Host 3 "BLUE" FCA1 Switch or hub Connection RED1A1 Host port 1 active Controller A D0 D1 Switch or hub Host port 2 - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 125
Configuration Example Using CLI 6-5 CLI Configuration Example The series of commands and information presented in this section provides a CLI configuration example. Text conventions used in this section are listed below: s Text in italics indicates an action you take. s Text in THIS FORMAT, - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 126
6-6 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide NOTE: This command causes the controllers to restart. SET THIS PROMPT="HLNDR BOTTOM" SET OTHER PROMPT="HLNDR TOP" SHOW THIS SHOW OTHER Plug in the - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 127
Configuration Example Using CLI 6-7 RENAME !NEWCON01 WHITE1B2 SET WHITE1B2 OPERATING_SYSTEM=SUN SHOW CONNECTIONS Mark or tag both end of Fibre Channel cables. Connection Operating Name System Controller Port Address Status Unit Offset PURPLE1A1 SUN OTHER 1 XXXXXX OL other 0 HOST_ID= - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 128
6-8 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide HOST_ID=XXXX-XXXX-XXXX-XXXX TAN1B2 SUN THIS HOST_ID=XXXX-XXXX-XXXX-XXXX ADAPTER_ID=XXXX-XXXX-XXXX-XXXX 2 XXXXXX OL this 120 ADAPTER_ID=XXXX-XXXX- - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 129
, Cloning Data for Backup, and Moving Storagesets This chapter describes some common procedures that are not mentioned previously in this guide. The following information is included in this chapter: s "Backing Up the Subsystem Configuration," page 7-1 s "Cloning Data for Backup," page 7-2 s "Moving - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 130
8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide Cloning Data for Backup Use the CLONE utility to duplicate back up the clones rather than the storageset or single-disk unit, which can continue to service its I/O load. When you are cloning a mirrorset, CLONE does not need to create - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 131
Unit Disk10300 Backing Up the Subsystem, Cloning Data for Backup, and Moving Storagesets 7-3 Unit Temporary mirrorset Disk10300 New member Unit Disk10300 Unit Temporary mirrorset Copy Clone Unit Disk10300 New member Clone of Disk10300 CXO5510A Figure 7-1. Steps the CLONE utility follows for - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 132
7-4 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide 7. Back up the clone unit. The following example shows the commands you would use to clone storage unit D98. The clone command terminates after it - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 133
Backing Up the Subsystem, Cloning Data for Backup, and Moving Storagesets 7-5 USE AVAILABLE DEVICE DISK20300(SIZE=832317) FOR MEMBER DISK10000(SIZE=832317) (Y,N) [Y]? Y MIRROR DISK10000 C_MB SET C_MB NOPOLICY SET C_MB MEMBERS=2 SET C_MB REPLACE=DISK20300 COPY IN PROGRESS FOR EACH NEW MEMBER. PLEASE - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 134
HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide See the release notes for the version of the controller's software for information on which drives can be supported. CAUTION: Never initialize any container or this procedure will not protect data - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 135
Backing Up the Subsystem, Cloning Data for Backup, and Moving Storagesets 7-7 8. Recreate the storageset by adding its name to the controller's list of valid storagesets and by specifying the disk drives it contains. (Although you have to recreate the storageset from its original disks, you do not - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 136
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A Appendix Subsystem Profile Templates This appendix contains storageset profiles you can copy and use to create system profiles. It also contains an enclosure template to use to help keep track of the location of devices and storagesets in your shelves. Four (4) templates will be needed for the - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 138
A-2 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide Storageset Profile Type of Storageset: _____ Mirrorset __X_ RAIDset Storageset Name Disk Drives Unit Number Partitions: Unit # Unit # Unit # _____ Stripeset _____ Striped Mirrorset - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 139
Unit Switches: Caching Read caching__________ Read-ahead caching_____ Write-back caching______ Write-through caching____ Subsystem Profile Templates A-3 Access by following hosts enabled - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 140
A-4 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide Storage Map Template 1 for the Model 4214R Disk Enclosure Use this template for an MA6000 subsystem with a single Model 4214R disk enclosure (single-bus). Model 4214R Disk Enclosure Shelf 1 ( - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 141
Subsystem Profile Templates A-5 Storage Map Template 2 for the Model 4254 Disk Enclosure Use this template for an MA6000 subsystem with a single Model 4254 disk enclosure (dual-bus). Model 4254 Disk Enclosure Shelf 1 (dual-bus) Bus A Bus B Bay 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 SCSI - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 142
A-6 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide Storage Map Template 3 for two Model 4214R Disk Enclosures Use this template for an MA6000 subsystem with two Model 4214R disk enclosures (single-bus) NOTE: Disk enclosure shelf 1 is a single- - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 143
The following information is included in this appendix: s Why Install the Client? s Before You Install the Client s Installing the Client s Troubleshooting the Client Installation s Adding the Storage Subsystem and its Host to the Navigation Tree s Removing the Command Console Client s Where to Find - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 144
and Configuration Guide Before You Install the Client 1. Verify that you are logged into an account that is a member of the administrator group. 2. Check the software product description that came with the software for a list of supported hardware. 3. Verify that you have the SNMP service installed - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 145
StorageWorks Command Console Version 2.4 User Guide. Troubleshooting the Client Installation This section provides the following information on how to resolve some of the problems numbers must be obtained for the network and added manually to the services file. There are two default port numbers, one - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 146
8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide Please check your /etc/services file to confbirm the named port lookup services. The following shows how the network port assignments appear in the services file: spgui ccdevmgt kzpccconnectport kzpccdiscoveryport ccfabric spagent - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 147
Installing, Configuring, and Removing the Client B-5 2. Click Start > Programs > Command Console > StorageWorks Command Console. Client displays the Navigation Window. The Navigation Window lets you monitor and manage many storage subsystems over the network. Figure B-1. Navigation window 3. Click - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 148
on the Storage Window, refer to Compaq StorageWorks Command Console Version 2.4 User Guide. Removing the Command Console Client Before you remove the Command Console Client, remove AES. This will prevent the system from reporting that a service - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 149
Add/Remove. ❏ On Windows 2000, click Change/Remove. 6. Follow the instructions on the screen. NOTE: This procedure removes only the Command Console Client ( StorageWorks Command Console Version 2.4 User Guide. About the User Guide Compaq StorageWorks Command Console Version 2.4 User Guide contains - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 150
B-8 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide About the Online Help Most of the information about the Client is provided in the online Help. Online Help is provided in two places: s Navigation - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 151
Glossary This glossary defines terms pertaining to the ACS solution software. It is not a comprehensive glossary of computer terms. adapter A device that converts the protocol and hardware interface of one bus type into another without changing the function of the bus. ACS See array controller - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 152
Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide bad block replacement backplane . For example, a machine routine whose first few instructions are enough to bring the rest of the routine into distribution unit. The power entry device for StorageWorks cabinets. The CDU provides the connections necessary - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 153
by the user. A daemon is a diagnostic and execution monitor. data center cabinet A generic reference to large Compaq subsystem cabinets, such as the cabinets in which StorageWorks components can be mounted. - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 154
Glossary-4 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide data striping device differential I/O module differential SCSI bus DIMM dirty data DMA DOC driver dual-redundant configuration dual-simplex DUART ECB ECC EDC The process - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 155
Loop standard. See Fibre Channel. ATM AAL5 over Fibre Channel Fibre Channel Fabric Generic Requirements Fibre Channel Framing Protocol (HIPPI on FC) Fibre Channel Generic Services-1 Fibre Channel Generic Services-2 Fibre Channel Implementation Guide Fibre Channel Link Encapsulation (ISO 8802.2) - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 156
Glossary-6 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide FC-PH FC-SB FC-SW FCC FCC Class A FCC Class B FCP FDDI FD SCSI fiber fiber optic cable Fibre Channel fibre channel topology FL_Port - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 157
GLM giga gigabaud gigabyte half-duplex (adj) hard address heterogeneous host support HIPPI-FC host Fault management utility. A data bit indicating a replaced at the customer location by Compaq service personnel or qualified customer service personnel. Field Replacement utility. A communications - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 158
Glossary-8 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide host adapter hot disks hot spots hot swap hub IBR ILF INIT initiator instance code interface A device that connects a host system to a SCSI bus. The - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 159
Glossary-9 I/O I/O driver I/O interface I/O module I/O operation IPI IPI-3 Disk IPI-3 Tape JBOD kernel LBN L_port LED link local connection local terminal logical bus Refers to input and output functions. The set of code in the kernel that handles the physical I/O to a device. This is implemented - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 160
Glossary-10 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide logical unit A physical or virtual device addressable through a target ID number. LUNs use their target bus connection to communicate on the SCSI bus. logical unit - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 161
and media defect management for the disk drive. It is also used to support storageset configuration and partitioning. Nontransportable disks also contain metadata to indicate they are uniquely configured for StorageWorks environments. Metadata can be thought of as "data about data." mirroring The - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 162
Glossary-12 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide nonredundant controller configuration normal member normalizing normalizing member NVM OCP other controller outbound fiber parallel data transmission parity parity bit parity check (1) - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 163
Glossary-13 participating mode PCM PCMCIA parity parity bit parity RAID partition peripheral device point-to-point connection port port_name preferred address A mode within an L_Port that allows the port to participate in loop activities. A port must have a valid AL_PA to be in participating mode. - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 164
Glossary-14 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide primary cabinet private NL_Port program card protocol PTL PVA module quiesce RAID RAID level 0 RAID level 0+1 RAID level 1 RAID level 3 The primary cabinet is the - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 165
the storageset. The regeneration of an entire RAIDset member is called reconstruction. See also reconstruction. request rate The rate at which requests are arriving at a servicing entity. RFI Radio frequency interference. The disturbance of a signal by an unwanted radio signal or frequency. - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 166
Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide replacement policy SBB SCSI SCSI-A cable SCSI bus signal converter and NOAUTOSPARE. StorageWorks building block. (1) A modular carrier plus the interface required to mount the carrier into a standard StorageWorks shelf. (2) - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 167
unit can be any entity that is capable of storing data, whether it is a physical device or a group of physical devices. StorageWorks A family of Compaq modular data storage products that allow customers to design and configure their own storage subsystems. Components include power, packaging - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 168
Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide stripe The data divided into blocks and written across two relation to a timing signal. See also asynchronous. tape A storage device supporting sequential access to variable sized data records. target (1) A SCSI device - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 169
be created from a single disk drive or tape drive. A unit may also be created from a more complex container such as a RAIDset. The controller supports a maximum of eight units on each target. See also target and target ID number. unwritten cached data Sometimes called unflushed data. See dirty - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 170
Glossary-20 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide write-through caching write hole write-through cache A cache management method used to decrease the subsystem response time to a read. This method allows the controller - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 171
5-20 unit qualifiers fabric topology 5-20 assignment of unit numbers fabric topology partition 5-21 single disk 5-20 asynchronous event service B-7 autospare enabling fabric topology 5-23 availability 2-15 B backup cloning data 7-2 subsystem configuration 7-1 C cabling controller pair 5-10, 5-11 - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 172
Index-2 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide configuration options 5-24 choosing passwords Agent 4-8 chunk size choosing for RAIDsets and stripesets 2-23 controlling stripesize 2-23 using to increase data transfer rate 2-25 using - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 173
verification of installation 5-9 worldwide names 1-21 creating storageset and device profiles 2-8 creating and tuning filesystem 3-9 creation file system 3-9 D data transfer rate 2-25 DESTROY 2-26 device switches changing fabric topology 5-24 devices changing switches fabric topology 5-24 - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 174
Index-4 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide NODESTROY 2-26 NOSAVE_CONFIGURATION 2-26 SAVE_CONFIGURATION 2-26 installation controller verification 5-9 host adapter 3-1 invalid network port assignments B-3 solution software 3-3 there is - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 175
partitions assigning a unit number fabric topology 5-21 defining 2-20 planning considerations 2-19 guidelines 2-20 passwords choosing 4-8 performance 2-15 planning overview 2-8 striped mirrorsets 2-18 stripesets 2-12 planning considerations 2-15 planning storage containers 2-6 where to start 2-2 - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 176
Index-6 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and Alpha Installation and Configuration Guide fabric topology 5-20 single-enclosure subsystem storage map template 1 A-4 solution software 3-2 installation 3-3 storage creating map 2-27 profile example A-2 storage map 2-27 example 2-29 - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 177
Index-7 restricting host access by offsets 1-20 SET CONNECTIONS 1-14 troubleshooting invalid network port assignments B-3 there is no disk in the drive message B-4 tuning file system 3-9 U uninstalling Client B-6 unit numbers assigning 1-14 fabric topology 5-20 assigning - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 178
Compaq StorageWorks
First Edition (June 2001)
Part Number: AA-RMECB-TE
Compaq Computer Corporation
HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Linux X86 and
Alpha
Installation and Configuration Guide