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StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novell NetWare HP XP24000 Disk Array nl HP XP20000 Disk Array nl HP XP12000 Disk Array nl HP XP10000 Disk Array Abstract This guide provides requirements and procedures for connecting an XP disk array to a host system, and for configuring the disk - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 2
software. Valid license from HP required for possession, use or copying. Consistent with FAR 12.211 and 12.212, Commercial Computer Software, Computer Software services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 3
Cluster Services 23 Installing Cluster Services 23 Creating logical volumes 24 3 Troubleshooting 27 Error conditions ...27 4 Support and other resources 29 Related documentation ...29 Conventions for storage capacity values 29 HP technical support ...29 XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 4
Subscription service ...30 HP websites ...30 Documentation feedback ...30 A Path worksheet 31 Worksheet ...31 B Disk array supported emulations 33 Supported emulations ...33 Emulation specifications ...33 Glossary 37 Index 41 4 - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 5
Figures 1 SNMP configuration 9 2 Point-to-point fabric topology example 12 3 Multi-cluster environment 14 XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novell NetWare 5 - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 6
Tables 1 Fabric topology settings 12 2 SAN fabric zoning and LUN security settings 15 3 Error conditions ...27 4 Path worksheet ...31 5 Supported emulations 33 6 Emulation specifications 33 6 - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 7
. Refer to the adapter docu- mentation for installation details. • HP StorageWorks XP Remote Web Console, HP StorageWorks XP Command View Advanced Edition Software or HP StorageWorks XP Command View with LUN management feature for configuring disk array ports and paths. • HP StorageWorks XP Array - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 8
software products that provide host, application, or I/O path failover and management. SNMP configuration The XP family of disk arrays and the SVS 200 support standard Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) for remotely managing arrays. The SNMP agent on the service processor (SVP) performs - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 9
can also be set remotely using XP Remote Web Console or XP Command View Advanced Edition Software. Refer to the applicable user's guide for procedures. Figure 1 SNMP configuration . Installation roadmap Perform these actions to install and configure the disk array: 1. Installing and configuring the - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 10
XP Remote Web Console, XP Command View Advanced Edition Software, or XP Array Manager to complete the remaining tasks listed below. If you do not have these programs, your HP service representative can perform these tasks for you. Setting the host mode and host group mode for the disk array ports - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 11
of the host. Notify your HP representative if you install storage agnostic software (such as backup or cluster software) that may require specific settings. Configuring the Fibre Channel ports Configure the disk array Fibre Channel ports by using XP Remote Web Console (shown) or XP Command View - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 12
ID for each port. For specific values, refer to the HP StorageWorks XP LUN Manager User's Guide applicable to your array. Fabric and connection parameter settings Set each array port to FABRIC ON or OFF with connections port) 12 Installing and configuring Novell NetWare for the XP disk array - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 13
) that connect the host to the disk array. Loading the operating system and software Follow the manufacturer's instructions to load the operating system and software onto the host. Load all OS patches and configuration utilities supported by HP and the FCA manufacturer. Installing and configuring - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 14
and click Finish. Fabric zoning and LUN security If you plan to use clustering, install and configure the clustering software on the servers. Clustering is the two nodes. The nodes share access to the disk array. Figure 3 Multi-cluster environment . Within the Storage Area Network (SAN), the - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 15
the disk array and peripherals. Defining the paths Use XP Remote Web Console (shown) or XP Command View Advanced Edition Software to define paths (LUNs) between hosts and volumes in the disk array. This process is also called "LUN mapping." In XP Remote Web Console and XP Command View, LUN mapping - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 16
groups • Mapping volumes and WWN/host access permissions to the storage groups For details see HP StorageWorks XP LUN Manager User's Guide or HP StorageWorks XP Command View Advanced Edition Software Device Manager Web Client User's Guide. Note the LUNs and their ports, WWNs, nicknames, and LDEVs - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 17
partition size). If you select manual partitioning, enter a partition size and hot fix area. 8. On the Disk Partition Information screen, verify (or enter) the partition partition in bytes (B), kilobytes (KB), megabytes (MB), or gigabytes (GB) and click OK. 7. To reserve space for the Hot Fix error - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 18
console. 2. In the main menu, select "Partitions." 3. Press Insert, then select a device where you want to create a partition. 4. Select "NSS" as the partition type. 5. Enter the size of the partition or contact Novell customer support. NetWare 5.x 1. On the Available Disk Options screen, click - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 19
- Storage Information NSSMU at the server console. 2. In the main Services Login/Authentication screen, enter the NetWare administrator password, then press Enter. 3. An informational message displays the number of new volumes just added. Press Enter to continue. XP Disk Array Configuration Guide - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 20
Volume - Storage Information window check Enter NSSMU at the server console. 2. In the main menu access the new volumes. To verify access: 1. Copy an existing file onto each new volume. 2. Verify that the file was copied successfully. 20 Installing and configuring Novell NetWare for the XP disk array - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 21
the disk array, contact your HP service representative for the latest information about support and configuration requirements. For assistance with NHAS or SFT III operations, see the Novell user documentation, or contact Novell customer support. Multipath failover The XP disk arrays support NetWare - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 22
OPEN-3 rev:HP16 Priority = 0 selected Up 0x1C [V6E0-A3-D0:1] HP OPEN-3 rev:HP16 Priority = 0 0x24 [V6E0-A2-D0:1] HP OPEN-3 rev:HP16 Up 0x0E [V6E0-A2-D0:3] HP OPEN-3 rev:HP16 Priority = 0 selected Up 0x1C [V6E0-A3-D0:3] HP OPEN-3 rev:HP16 Priority = 0 Helpful Multipath commands Other useful Multipath - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 23
have a connection to the shared disk array. • All cluster servers configured with the IP protocol and on the same IP subnet. • One client running Windows 98 with Novell Client v4.83 or later. Installing Cluster Services 1. Bring up all servers that will be in the cluster. 2. Log into a client as - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 24
accesses each node. After all services have been accessed to "... mirror Cluster Partition", if prompted. copy starts now. 11. When the installation is complete, click Close. 12. Wait for the Deployment Manager Logical Volume - Storage Information window, check console. 24 Middleware configuration - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 25
click Next. 4. Select the desired pool/device, enter the desired Volume Quota, then click Next. 5. Review and change volume attributes as necessary. 6. Select Create. XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novell NetWare 25 - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 26
26 Middleware configuration - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 27
resolve an error condition, ask your HP support representative for assistance. Error conditions Depending on your system configuration, you may be able to view error messages (R-SIMS) as follows: • In XP Remote Web Console (Status tab) • In XP Command View Advanced Edition Software (Alerts window - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 28
. The host detects a parity error. Check the FCA and make sure it was installed properly. Reboot the host. The host hangs or devices are declared and the host hangs. Make sure there are no duplicate disk array TIDs and that disk array TIDs do not conflict with any host TIDs. 28 Troubleshooting - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 29
• HP StorageWorks XP24000/XP20000 Disk Array Owner's Guide • HP StorageWorks XP LUN Manager User's Guide • HP StorageWorks XP Command View Advanced Edition Software Device Manager Web Client User's Guide • HP StorageWorks SAN Design Reference Guide You can find these documents on the HP Manuals - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 30
number (if applicable) • Product serial numbers • Error messages • Operating system type and revision level • Detailed questions Subscription service HP recommends that you register your product at the Subscriber's Choice for Business website: http://www.hp.com/go/e-updates After registering, you - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 31
TID: LUN: TID: LUN: TID: LUN: TID: LUN: TID: LUN: TID: LUN: TID: LUN: TID: LUN: TID: LUN: TID: LUN: TID: LUN: TID: LUN: TID: LUN: TID: LUN: TID: LUN: TID: LUN: TID: LUN: TID: LUN: TID: LUN: TID: LUN: TID: LUN: TID: LUN: TID: LUN: TID: LUN: TID: LUN: TID: LUN: XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 32
32 Path worksheet - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 33
performance and features that may not be supported with the legacy emulations (OPEN-[389LE]). Table 5 Supported emulations XP model Emulation Fixed Size LUSE CVS OPEN-3 Yes Yes Yes XP10000 OPEN-8 Yes Yes Yes XP12000 OPEN-9 Yes Yes Yes XP20000 OPEN-E Yes Yes Yes XP24000 - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 34
the disk array. Note 2: The devices are defined to the host as SCSI disk devices, even though the interface is Fibre Channel. Note 3: The command device (used for XP Raid Manager) is distinguished by -CM on the product name (for example, OPEN-3-CM, OPEN-3-CVS-CM). 34 Disk array supported emulations - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 35
-V: The number of cylinders for a CVS LUSE volume = # of cylinders = (capacity (MB) specified by user) × 16/15 × n Example For an OPEN-V CVS LUSE volume with capacity = 49 MB and n = 4: # of cylinders = 49 × 16/15 × 4 = 52.26 × 4 = 53 × 4 = 212 XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novell NetWare 35 - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 36
of cylinders. The capacity of an OPEN-V CVS volume can be specified in MB or number of cylinders. You set the volume size using XP Remote Web Console or XP Command View Advanced Edition Software. 36 Disk array supported emulations - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 37
accepts XP Continuous Access or XP Business Copy control operations which are then executed by the disk array. Control Unit. Contains LDEVs and is approximately equivalent to SCSI Target ID. Custom volume size. CVS devices (OPEN-x CVS) are custom volumes configured using array management software to - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 38
disks. Remote service information message. Small computer system interface. Service information message. Simple Network Management Protocol. Service processor, which is the PC built into the disk array. The SVP provides a direct interface into the disk array. SVP use is reserved for HP support - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 39
View, a software product for managing XP arrays. XP Command View runs on a Windows-based management workstation. HP StorageWorks XP Remote Web Console. A browser-based program installed on the SVP that allows you to configure and manage the disk array. XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novell - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 40
40 Glossary - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 41
verifying, 16 disk array(s) configuration, 10 connecting, 15 features, 7 installation overview, 9 Not Ready error message, 28 operating system versions, 7 self reboots, 27 server support, 7 storage capacity, 7 support for middleware products, 21 system requirements, 7 disk, partitions, 16 document - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 42
disk", 8 Secure Manager XP, 15 security, LUN, 14 server, support, 7 SFT III, 21 SIMS, 27 storage capacity, 7 storage capacity values conventions, 29 Subscriber's Choice, HP, 30 system option mode, setting, 11 T technical support, 30 HP, 29 Novell, 23 topology, fabric, 12 troubleshooting, 27 error - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 43
for Business, 30 Novell documentation, 23 Novell support, 23 product manuals, 29 worksheet, path, 31 X XP Array Manager, 7, 10, 15, 16 XP Array Manager , XP arrays storage capacity, 7 XP Command View, 7, 10, 11 XP Command View Advanced Edition Software, 7, 10, 11, 15, 16 XP Remote Web Console, 7, 10 - HP StorageWorks XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Gu - Page 44
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HP StorageWorks
XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novell
NetWare
HP XP24000 Disk Array
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HP XP20000 Disk Array
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HP XP12000 Disk Array
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HP XP10000 Disk Array
Abstract
This guide provides requirements and procedures for connecting an XP disk array to a host system, and for
configuring the disk array for use with the NetWare operating system. This document is intended for system
administrators, HP representatives, and authorized service providers who are involved in installing, configuring,
and operating the HP XP storage systems.
Part number: A5951-96058
Tenth edition: January 2010