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Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide First Edition (June 2001) Part Number: AA-RMBHB-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 Compaq Tru64 UNIX 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 Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide Enabling the CCL 1-11 Disabling the CCL 1-11 Enabling/Disabling the CCL in SCSI-3 Mode 1-12 Connections 1-12 Naming Connections 1-12 Numbers of Connections 1-12 - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 5
v Changing Characteristics through Switches 2-21 Enabling Switches 2-21 Changing Switches 2-21 Storageset and Partition Switches 2-22 RAIDset Switches 2-22 Mirrorset Switches 2-22 Partition Switches 2-23 Initialization Switches 2-23 Chunk Size 2-23 Increasing the Request Rate 2-24 - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 6
and Configuration Guide Reading from the device, dd 3-7 For V4.0G 3-7 For V5.1x 3-7 scu 3-7 For V4.0G and V5.1x 3-7 V4.0G Output 3-8 V5.1x Output 3-8 hwmgr 3-8 iostat 3-9 For V4.0G 3-9 For V5.1x 3-9 Chapter 4 Installing and Configuring the HS-Series Agent Why Use StorageWorks Command - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 7
vii Power Up and Establish Communication 5-9 Cabling a Controller Pair 5-9 Configuring a Controller Pair Using CLI 5-10 Verify the Node ID and Check for Any Previous Connections 5-10 Configure Controller Settings 5-11 Restart the Controller 5-12 Set Time and Verify All Commands 5-12 Plug in - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 8
Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide Chapter 6 Verifying Storage Configuration from the Host Chapter Before You Install the Client B-2 Installing the Client B-2 Troubleshooting the Client Installation B-3 Invalid Network Port Assignments During Installation - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 9
Tables Table 1-1 Unit Assignments and SCSI_VERSION 1-20 Table 2-1 A Comparison of Container Types 2-7 Table 2-2 Example Chunk Sizes 2-25 Table 4-1 SWCC Features and Components 4-2 Table 4-2 Installation and Configuration Overview 4-2 Table 4-3 Client System Access Options 4-6 Table 4-4 Client - 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 Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide Figure 2-17 Example storage map-single bus 2-28 Figure 2-18 Example storage map-dual bus 2-29 Figure 4-1 An example of a network connection 4-4 Figure 5-1 Maintenance port - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 13
This guide provides installation and configuration instructions for operation of the HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX. 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 Compaq Tru64 UNIX 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. Script - 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
8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide Power Supplies or Systems marked with these symbols to 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 Compaq Tru64 UNIX 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
Numbers Page 5-19 Assign Unit Identifiers Page 5-20 Configuration Options Page 5-21 Verify Storage Set Up Chapter 6 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 Be sure to have the following information available before you call Compaq: s Technical support registration number (if applicable) s Product serial numbers s Product model names and numbers s Applicable error messages s Add-on boards or hardware s Third-party hardware or - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 22
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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 "Selecting a 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 Compaq Tru64 UNIX 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 controllers - 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 Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide Selecting a 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 - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 27
Planning a Subsystem 1-5 Units are divided between the host ports: s Units 0-99 are on host port 1 of both controllers (but accessible only through the active port). s Units 100-199 are on host port 2 of both controllers (but accessible only through the active port). The limitation of transparent - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 28
1-6 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide Host 1 Switch or hub Host 2 Host 3 Switch or hub Host port 1 active Controller A Host port 2 active D0 D1 D100 D101 D120 Host port 1 not available - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 29
1-7 All hosts must have operating system software that supports multiple-bus failover mode.With this software, the host Figure 1-5. In multiple-bus failover mode, you can specify which units are normally serviced by a specific controller of a controller pair. This process is called preferring or - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 30
ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide Host 1 "RED" FCA1 FCA2 Switch or hub Host 2 Typical multiple-bus configuration CXO7094B Selecting a Cache Mode The cache module supports read, read-ahead, write-through, and write-back caching techniques - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 31
Planning a Subsystem 1-9 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 32
UNIX 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 33
Planning a Subsystem 1-11 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 host by a - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 34
Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX 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 35
Planning a Subsystem 1-13 s If a controller pair is in transparent failover mode and the port 1 link is separate from the port 2 link (that is, ports 1 of both controllers are on one loop or fabric, and port 2 of both controllers are on another), each adapter will have one connection, as shown in - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 36
1-14 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide Host 1 "GREEN" FCA1 Host 2 "ORANGE" FCA1 Host 3 "PURPLE" FCA1 Switch or hub Connections GREEN1A1 ORANGE1A1 PURPLE1A1 Host port 1 active Controller A Host port 2 standby Connections - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 37
Planning a Subsystem 1-15 Switch or hub Connection VIOLET1B1 Connection VIOLET1A1 Host port 1 active Host 1 "VIOLET" FCA1 FCA2 Controller A Switch or hub Connection VIOLET2A2 Connection VIOLET2B2 Host port 2 active D0 D1 D2 D100 D101 D120 All units visible to all ports Host port 1 active - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 38
1-16 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide s The ENABLE_ACCESS_PATH and PREFERRED_PATH switches in the ADD UNIT (or SET unit) commands s The UNIT_OFFSET switch in the ADD CONNECTIONS (or SET connections) commands s The - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 39
Planning a Subsystem 1-17 Figure 1-10 shows how units are presented as different LUNs, depending on the offset of the host. In this illustration, host connection 1 and host connection 2 would need to be on host port 1; host connection 3 would need to be on host port 2. Controller units Host - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 40
1-18 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide Matching Units to Host Connections in Multiple-Bus Failover Mode In multiple-bus failover mode, the ADD UNIT command creates a unit for host connections to - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 41
Planning a Subsystem 1-19 Assigning Unit Numbers and Host Connections in SCSI-3 Mode If SCSI_VERSION is set to SCSI-3, the CCL is presented as LUN 0 to all connections. The CCL supersedes any other unit assignment. Therefore, in SCSI-3 mode, a unit that would normally be presented to a connection as - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 42
1-20 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide Table 1-1 Unit Assignments and SCSI_VERSION SCSI_VERSION Offset SCSI-2 SCSI-3 Divisible by 10 Divisible by 10 Unit Assignment At offsets Not at offsets What the connection - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 43
Planning a Subsystem 1-21 NOTE: Compaq highly recommends that you provide access to only specific connections. That way, if new connections are added, they will not have automatic access to all units. See the next section Restricting Host Access by Disabling Access Pathsfor details. Host 1 "AQUA" - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 44
1-22 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide DISABLE_ACCESS_PATH switches of the ADD UNIT or SET unit commands. Access path is a unit switch, meaning it must be specified for each unit. Default access - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 45
Planning a Subsystem 1-23 Host BROWN cannot see units lower than its offset, so it cannot access units D100 and D101. However, host BLACK can still access D120 as LUN 20 if the operating system permits. To restrict access of D120 to only host BROWN, enable only host BROWN's access, as follows: SET - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 46
1-24 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide path is a unit switch, meaning it must be specified for each unit. Default access is for the unit to be accessible to all hosts. Also, - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 47
Planning a Subsystem 1-25 For example: Figure 1-12 shows a representative multiple-bus failover configuration. Restricting the access of unit D101 to host BLUE can be done by enabling only the connections to host BLUE. At least two connections must be enabled for multiple-bus failover to work. For - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 48
1-26 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide NOTE: All host connections to the same host computer must be set to the same offset. For example: In Figure 1-12, assume all host connections - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 49
Planning a Subsystem 1-27 s Controller B, port 1-worldwide name + 1, for example 5000-1FE1-FF0C-EE01 s Controller B, port 2-worldwide name + 2, for example 5000-1FE1-FF0C-EE02 s Controller A, port 1-worldwide name + 3, for example 5000-1FE1-FF0C-EE03 s Controller A, port 2-worldwide name + 4, for - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 50
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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 52
ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX 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 53
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 54
Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX 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 - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 55
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 56
2-6 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX 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 57
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 58
2-8 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX 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) I/O - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 59
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 60
2-10 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX 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 61
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 62
2-12 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX 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 63
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 64
2-14 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX 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 65
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 66
2-16 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX 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 67
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 68
2-18 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX 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 disk - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 69
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 70
Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX 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 71
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 72
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 73
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 74
2-24 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX 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 75
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 76
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 77
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 78
2-28 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX 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 79
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 80
2-30 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX 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 81
3 Chapter Preparing the Host System This chapter describes how to prepare the Tru64 UNIX 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 "Preparing LUNs for Access by Tru64 UNIX - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 82
Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide CAUTION: Protect the host bus adapter board from 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 - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 83
Preparing the Host System 3-3 For V4.0G # disklabel -rw device HSG60 Where: s HSG60 defines this LUN as attached to the HSG60 array controller. Always use the device label HSG60 regardless of what drive types make up the LUN. s device is the character device name. For example, to create partitions - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 84
3-4 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide For V4.0G /dev/rrza8c To create a UFS filesystem using the above examples, enter the following: # newfs /dev/rrza8c HSG60 For V5.1x /dev/rdisk/ - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 85
(including Host adapters) is used to support them. Refer to the Tru64 UNIX ASE Installation and User's Guide, Software Product Description, SPD: 44.17 on the interactions of some Tru64 UNIX utilities with storage units in your MA6000 storage system. File You can use the Tru64 UNIX file utility to - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 86
3-6 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide For V4.0G # /usr/bin/file /dev/rrzb17a The device activity indicator (green light) will illuminate on the device if the information is not in - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 87
-side SCSI buses. The device special files do not have to exist for scu to see the devices. For example: scan SCSI bus 2, where your MA6000 is connected: For V4.0G and V5.1x # /sbin/scu scan edt bus 2 # /sbin/scu show edt bus 2 - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 88
3-8 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide V4.0G Output CAM Equipment Device Table (EDT) Information: Bus: 2, Target: 1, Lun: 0, Device Type: Direct Access Bus: 2, Target: 1, Lun: 1, Device Type: Direct Access Bus: 2, Target: 1, - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 89
Preparing the Host System 3-9 iostat You can use the iostat utility to view performance statistics on MA6000 storage units. (Set your terminal screen to 132 columns before running iostat.) The output from iostat shows the number of devices (LUNs) that have been - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 90
3-10 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide Where: s rznn or dsk3 is the device name s The s is optional and denotes the amount of time, in seconds, between screen updates s The t is optional - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 91
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 92
Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide The Agent can also be used as a standalone application without Client set up correctly. See the previous chapters in this guide. 2 Verify that you have a network connection for the Client and Agent systems. - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 93
reconfiguring the Agent. 6 Install the Client software on Windows 2000 with Service Pack 1 or Windows NT 4.0 (Intel) with Service Pack 6A. See Appendix B. 7 Add the name of the agent ). Refer to "Setting Up Pager Notification" in the Compaq StorageWorks Command Console Version 2.4 User Guide. - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 94
4-4 HSG80 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX 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 95
3. Read the release notes. CAUTION: Do not install the Agent by using Dataless Management Services (DMS) or Remote Installation Services (RIS) sever installations. Installing and Configuring the Agent The following instructions assume that you have a directory /mnt to which you can mount the CD-ROM - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 96
4-6 HSG80 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide 5. To run the installation program, enter the following at the command prompt: # setld -l . NOTE: The -l is a lowercase L. You are asked if you want to install - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 97
Installing and Configuring the HS-Series Agent 4-7 The notification scheme defines the network protocol to be used by the Agent when notifying the selected client system of a change in the state of a subsystem. The following describes how the Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 98
Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide 18. Enter the monitoring interval in seconds, and press the new Agent. If the installation script detects a problem at Agent startup, it will alert you. You are asked if you are running Agent in a TruCluster - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 99
Installing and Configuring the HS-Series Agent 4-9 Final System Configuration 26. Do one of the following: ❏ If you are running the Agent in cluster, select option y. The software is configured to scan the SCSI-bus for subsystems at startup. ❏ If you are not running the Agent in a cluster, select - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 100
4-10 HSG80 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide CAUTION: After you make a change to the configuration, such as adding a client system, you must stop and then start the Agent for your changes take - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 101
SNMP traps. 3 = Notification via both TCP/IP and SNMP-Combination of options 1 and 2. When you remove a client system from the Agent's list, you are instructing the Agent to stop sending updates to that client system. In addition, you will be unable to access this agent system from the Navigation - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 102
4-12 HSG80 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide 2. Do one of the following: ❏ Select option y and then press the Enter key. All configuration files for the Agent is deleted. ❏ Select option n and press - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 103
," page 5-18 s "Assigning Unit Numbers and Unit Qualifiers," page 5-19 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 104
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 105
Configuration Procedures 5-3 Setting Up a Single Controller Power Up and Establish Communication 1. Connect the computer or terminal to the controller as shown in Figure 5-1. The connection to the computer is through the COM1 or COM2 ports. 2. Turn on the computer or terminal. 3. Apply power to the - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 106
5-4 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide 12 3 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 - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 107
Configuration Procedures 5-5 See "Worldwide Names (Node IDs and Port IDs)," page 1-26, for the location of the sticker. The node ID is located in the third line of the SHOW THIS result: HSG60> show this Controller: HSG60 ZG80900583 Software V8.6L-0, Hardware E11 NODE_ID = 5000-1FE1-0001-3F00 - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 108
Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide Setting the SCSI version to SCSI-3 does not make the /other controller command in the Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 Array Controller ACS Version 8.6 CLI Reference Guide for the format of optional settings. - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 109
switches, if not done previously. If you want to communicate with 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 Connections 13. Plug in the Fibre Channel cable from the first - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 110
5-8 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide The first connection will have one or more entries in the connection table. Each connection will have a default name of the form !NEWCONxx, where xx - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 111
Configuration Procedures 5-9 For V5.1x use: file /dev/cport/ * Your host computer should report one CCL device special file for each HSG60 configured. 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 - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 112
5-10 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide 13 4 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 - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 113
Configuration Procedures 5-11 See "Worldwide Names (Node IDs and Port IDs)," page 1-26, for the location of the sticker. The node ID is located in the third line of the SHOW THIS result: HSG60> show this Controller: HSG60 ZG80900583 Software V8.6L-0, Hardware E11 NODE_ID = 5000-1FE1-0001-3F00 - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 114
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 115
switches, if not done previously. If you want to communicate with 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 Connections 13. Plug in the Fibre Channel cable from the first - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 116
5-14 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide For a description of why plugging in one adapter can result in multiple connections, see "Numbers of Connections," page 1-12. 14. Rename the connection(s) to something - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 117
Configuration Procedures 5-15 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 CONFIG takes about 2 minutes to discover and - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 118
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 119
Configuration Procedures 5-17 4. Assign the RAIDset a unit number to make it accessible by the hosts. See "Assigning Unit Numbers and Unit Qualifiers" on page 5-19. For example: The commands to create RAID1, a RAIDset with three members (DISK10000, DISK20000, and DISK10100) and to initialize it with - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 120
Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide Configuring a Single-Disk (JBOD) Unit 1. Initialize the disk the CREATE_PARTITION command in the Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 Array Controller ACS Version 8.6 CLI Reference Guide for a description of the partition - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 121
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 122
5-20 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide Assigning a Unit Number to a Single (JBOD) Disk To assign a unit number to a single (JBOD) disk, use the following syntax: ADD UNIT UNIT-NUMBER DISK-NAME - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 123
Configuration Procedures 5-21 Configuration Options Changing the CLI Prompt To change the CLI prompt, enter a 1- to 16- character string as the new prompt, as follows: SET THIS_CONTROLLER PROMPT = "NEW PROMPT" If you are configuring dual-redundant controllers, also change the CLI prompt on the " - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 124
Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide To add the disk drive to the controller's spareset list . 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 - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 125
Configuration Procedures 5-23 During initialization, AUTOSPARE checks to see if the new disk drive contains metadata. Metadata is information the controller writes on the disk drive when that the disk drive is configured into a storageset. Therefore, the presence of metadata indicates the disk drive - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 126
5-24 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide Changing RAIDset and Mirrorset Switches Use the SET storageset-name command to change the RAIDset and Mirrorset switches associated with an existing storageset. For example, - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 127
6 Chapter Verifying Storage Configuration from the Host This chapter briefly describes how to verify that multiple paths exist to virtual disk units under Tru64 UNIX V5.1x. After configuring units (virtual disks) through either the CLI or SWCC, access the new storage by performing one of the - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 128
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7 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 Full - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 130
DISK10300 DISK10400 DISK10500 DISK10800 DISK10900 DISK11000 DISK11100 DIS112000 DISK11300 not supported not supported 7-2 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX 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 131
. Host 1 "RED" FCA1 FCA2 Configuration Example Using CLI 7-3 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 132
7-4 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide "RED" "GREY" "BLUE" D0 D1 Figure 7-3. Example virtual layout from the hosts' point of view D100 D120 CXO7299B CLI Configuration Example The series of commands - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 133
Configuration Example Using CLI 7-5 Plug serial cable from maintenance terminal into top controller. CLEAR CLI SET MULTIBUS_FAILOVER COPY=THIS CLEAR CLI SET THIS SCSI_VERSION=SCSI-3 SET THIS PORT_1_TOPOLOGY=FABRIC SET THIS PORT_2_TOPOLOGY=FABRIC SET OTHER PORT_1_TOPOLOGY=FABRIC SET OTHER - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 134
7-6 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide Plug in the Fibre Channel cable from the first adapter in host "RED." SHOW CONNECTIONS RENAME !NEWCON00 RED1B1 SET RED1B1 OPERATING_SYSTEM=TRU64_UNIX RENAME !NEWCON01 RED1A1 - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 135
Configuration Example Using CLI 7-7 SHOW CONNECTIONS Connection Operating Name System Controller RED1A1 TRU64_UNIX OTHER HOST_ID=XXXX-XXXX-XXXX-XXXX RED1B1 TRU64_UNIX THIS HOST_ID=XXXX-XXXX-XXXX-XXXX RED2A2 TRU64_UNIX OTHER HOST_ID=XXXX-XXXX-XXXX-XXXX RED2B2 TRU64_UNIX THIS HOST_ID=XXXX- - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 136
7-8 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide HOST_ID=XXXX-XXXX-XXXX-XXXX ADAPTER_ID=XXXX-XXXX-XXXX-XXXX BLUE2B2 TRU64_UNIX THIS 2 XXXXXX OL this 0 HOST_ID=XXXX-XXXX-XXXX-XXXX ADAPTER_ID=XXXX-XXXX-XXXX- - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 137
ADD SPARESET DISK11300 ADD SPARESET DISK21300 SHOW UNITS ALL Configuration Example Using CLI 7-9 - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 138
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, 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 8-1 s "Cloning Data for Backup," page 8-2 s "Moving - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 140
Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide Cloning Data for Backup Use the CLONE utility to 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 a - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 141
Unit Disk10300 Backing Up the Subsystem, Cloning Data for Backup, and Moving Storagesets 8-3 Unit Temporary mirrorset Disk10300 New member Unit Disk10300 Unit Temporary mirrorset Copy Clone Unit Disk10300 New member Clone of Disk10300 CXO5510A Figure 8-1. Steps the CLONE utility follows for - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 142
8-4 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX 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 143
Backing Up the Subsystem, Cloning Data for Backup, and Moving Storagesets 8-5 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 144
8-6 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX 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 145
Backing Up the Subsystem, Cloning Data for Backup, and Moving Storagesets 8-7 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 146
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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 148
A-2 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX 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 149
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 150
A-4 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX 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 (single - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 151
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 152
A-6 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX 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-bus - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 153
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 154
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 155
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 156
B-4 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide If the Network Information Services (NIS) are being used to provide named port lookup services, contact the network administrator to add the correct ports. The following shows how the network - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 157
you have properly installed and configured the HS-Series Agent on the storage subsystem host. 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 - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 158
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 159
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 160
B-8 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX 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 161
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 162
UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide bad block replacement action. 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 163
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 164
Glossary-4 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX 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 165
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 166
Glossary-6 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX 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 167
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 168
Glossary-8 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX 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 169
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 170
Glossary-10 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX 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 171
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 172
Glossary-12 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX 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) A - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 173
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 174
Glossary-14 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX 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 175
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 176
Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide replacement policy SBB SCSI SCSI-A cable SCSI bus signal and NOAUTOSPARE. StorageWorks building block. (1) A modular carrier plus the interface required to mount the carrier into a standard StorageWorks shelf. (2) any - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 177
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 178
Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX 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 179
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 180
Glossary-20 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX 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 181
unit qualifiers fabric topology 5-19 assignment of unit numbers fabric topology partition 5-20 single disk 5-20 asynchronous event service B-7 autospare enabling fabric topology 5-22 availability 2-15 B backup cloning data 8-2 subsystem configuration 8-1 C cabling controller pair 5-9, 5-10 multiple - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 182
Index-2 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide using to increase request rate 2-24 using to increase write performance 2-26 CHUNKSIZE 2-23 CLI commands installation verification 5-8 verify host configuration 6-1 verify virtual disk 6-1 CLI - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 183
DECsafe 3-5 DESTROY 2-26 device switches changing fabric topology 5-24 devices changing switches fabric topology 5-23 configuration fabric topology 5-15 creating a profile 2-8 disk drives adding fabric topology 5-21 adding to the spareset fabric topology 5-21 array 2-7 corresponding storagesets 2-27 - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 184
Index-4 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide geometry 2-27 NODESTROY 2-26 NOSAVE_CONFIGURATION 2-26 SAVE_CONFIGURATION 2-26 installation controller verification 5-8 host adapter 3-1 invalid network port assignments B-3 there is no disk - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 185
SCSI version factor 1-17 online help SWCC B-7 options for mirrorsets 2-22 for RAIDsets 2-22 initialize 2-23 other controller 1-3 overwriting data 2-26 P pager notification B-7 configuring B-7 partitions assigning a unit number fabric topology 5-20 creating on a LUN using disklabel 3-2 defining 2-20 - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 186
Index-6 HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64 UNIX Installation and Configuration Guide SCSI version offset 1-17 SCSI-2 assigning unit numbers 1-18 command console lun 1-19 SCSI-3 assigning unit numbers 1-18 command console lun 1-19 scu Tru64 UNIX - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 187
1-16 restricting host access 1-20 disabling access paths 1-21 separate links 1-20 restricting host access by offsets 1-22 SET CONNECTIONS 1-16 troubleshooting invalid network port assignments B-3 there is no disk in the drive message B-4 Tru64 UNIX utilities 3-5 dd 3-7 file 3-5 iostat 3-9 scu - HP StorageWorks MA8000 | Compaq StorageWorks HSG60 ACS Solution Software V8.6 fo - Page 188
Compaq StorageWorks
First Edition (June 2001)
Part Number: AA-RMBHB-TE
Compaq Computer Corporation
HSG60 ACS Solution Software Version 8.6 for Compaq Tru64
UNIX
Installation and Configuration Guide