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HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novell Netware XP24000, XP20000, XP12000, XP10000 Part number: A5951-96055 Seventh edition: September 2007 - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 2
Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Confidential computer software. Valid license from HP required for possession, use or copying. Consistent with FAR 12.211 and 12.212, Commercial Computer Software, Computer Software Documentation, and Technical Data for Commercial Items are licensed to the - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 3
documentation ...7 Document conventions and symbols 7 Conventions for storage capacity values 8 Graphical interface illustrations ...9 HP technical support ...9 Subscription service ...9 HP websites ...9 Documentation feedback ...9 1 Installing and configuring Novell Netware for the XP disk array - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 4
Servers for Cluster Services 27 Installing Cluster Services 27 Creating logical volumes 28 3 Troubleshooting 31 Error conditions ...31 Calling the HP support center ...32 Contact information ...32 Before you call ...32 A Path worksheet 33 Worksheet ...33 B Disk array supported emulations 35 - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 5
Figures 1..SNMP configuration 13 2..Arbitrated loop fabric topology example 16 3..Multi-cluster environment 18 XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novell Netware 5 - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 6
Tables 1..Document conventions 7 2..Fabric topology settings 16 3..SAN fabric zoning and LUN security settings 18 4..Error conditions ...31 5..Path worksheet ...33 6..Supported emulations 35 7..Emulation specifications 35 6 - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 7
XP24000 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 from the Manuals page of the HP Business - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 8
clarifying information or specific instructions. NOTE: Provides additional information. TIP: Provides helpful hints and shortcuts. Conventions for storage capacity values HP XP storage systems use the following values to calculate physical storage capacity values (hard disk drives): • 1 KB - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 9
driver versions, firmware updates, and other product resources. HP websites For additional information, see the following HP websites: • http://www.hp.com • http://www.hp.com/go/storage • http://www.hp.com/service_locator • http://www.hp.com/support/manuals Documentation feedback HP welcomes your - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 10
10 About this guide - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 11
documentation for installation details. • (Recommended) 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. • (Recommended) HP StorageWorks XP Array - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 12
. SNMP properties are usually set from the SVP but they can also be set remotely using XP Remote Web Console, or XP Command View . For procedures, refer to the applicable user guide available at: http://www.hp.com/support/manuals. 12 Installing and configuring Novell Netware for the XP disk array - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 13
client operations Installing and configuring the disk array The HP service representative performs these tasks: • Assembling hardware and installing software • Loading the microcode updates • Installing and formatting devices After these tasks are finished, use XP Remote Web Console, XP Command - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 14
array ports After the disk array is installed, you must set the host mode for each disk array port to match the host OS. Set the host mode using LUN Manager in XP Remote Web Console (shown), XP Command View, or XP Command View Advanced Edition Software. If these are not available, the HP service - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 15
address (AL-PA) or loop 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 When configuring the disk array, use LUN Manager in XP Remote Web Console, XP Command View, or XP Command - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 16
configuration utilities supported by HP and the FCA manufacturer. Installing and configuring the FCAs Install and configure the Fibre Channel adapters using the FCA manufacturer's instructions. Configuring NetWare Client NetWare 6.x 16 Installing and configuring Novell Netware for the XP disk array - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 17
storage environment. ConsoleOne is a free Java utility used to manage network resources. Configure ConsoleOne as follows: 1. Ensure NetWare Client software is already installed. 2. Install two nodes. The nodes share access to the disk array. XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novell Netware 17 - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 18
(more than one OS type present in the SAN) Not required Required Must be used when multiple hosts or cluster nodes connect through a shared port Connecting the disk array to the NetWare server The HP service representative connects the disk array to the host by: 1. Verifying operational status of - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 19
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 for later use in - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 20
volume creation. 4. Verify that all new disk devices are listed. Configuring disk devices Configure the disks in the disk array using the same procedure for configuring any new disk on the host. This includes the following procedures: 1. Creating the disk partitions 2. Assigning the new devices to - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 21
make the new pool active, and then click Finish. 13. Select a label for the partition (optional). 14. Click OK. NetWare 6.5 1. Enter NSSMU at the server console 2. In the main menu, select "Partitions." XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novell Netware 21 - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 22
may require a memory upgrade. See the NetWare documentation or contact Novell customer support. NetWare 5.x 1. On the Available Disk Options screen, click NetWare Volume options and press the name for the new pool. Then click Next. 22 Installing and configuring Novell Netware for the XP disk array - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 23
/device, enter the desired Volume Quota, then click Next. 5. In the Create Logical Volume - Storage Information window check Activate and Mount in the "On Creation" box, then click Finish. 6. Confirm that the logical volume has been created. XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novell Netware 23 - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 24
drive. Netware 6.5 1. Enter NSSMU at the server console. 2. In the main menu, select Volumes. 3. access the new volumes. To verify access: 1. Copy an existing file onto each new volume. 2. Verify that the file was copied successfully. 24 Installing and configuring Novell Netware for the XP disk array - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 25
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 XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 26
> This command sets the priority level for each path. The ID must be a valid path ID, and the number must be a decimal integer value in the range 1-4,000,000, with 1 being the highest priority and 4,000,000 being the lowest priority. The default value of 0 (zero) indicates that there is no priority - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 27
cluster. • All servers must 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 - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 28
on the list, click Next. Wait while NWDeploy accesses each node. After all services have been accessed and added to the "NetWare Servers in Cluster to complete installation. Main file copy starts now. 11. When the installation is complete, click Close. 12. Wait for the Deployment Manager to reappear - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 29
3. Press Insert and enter a name for the new volume, then 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 29 - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 30
30 Middleware configuration - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 31
bus are unique. Do not install two devices with the same ID on the same bus. Recheck the buses for new devices. • LUSE devices are not intermixed with normal LUNs on the same port. • The maximum number of LUSE devices per port has not been exceeded. • The disk array host mode is set correctly. The - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 32
Reboot the host. because the disk array was busy or it logged a panic message. The disk array responds "Not Ready" Contact HP. or the disk array has displayed "Not Ready" and timed out. The host detects a parity error. Check the FCA and make sure it was installed properly. Reboot the host. The - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 33
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 XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 34
34 Path worksheet - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 35
B Disk array supported emulations This appendix provides information about supported emulations and emulation specifications. Some parameters may not be relevant to your array. Consult your HP representative for information about supported configurations for your system. Supported emulations HP - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 36
number of volumes combined together. For example, with 8 combined volumes: OPEN-V*8. Note 1: The availability of an emulation depends on the disk array. Note 2: The devices are defined to the host as SCSI disk devices, even though the interface is Fibre Channel. 36 Disk array supported emulations - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 37
Note 3: The command device (used for XP Raid Manager) is distinguished by -CM on the product name (for = 53 × 4 = 212 OPEN-V: The number of cylinders for a CVS LUSE volume = # of cylinders = (capacity (MB) specified by user) × 16/15 × n Example XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novell Netware 37 - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 38
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, XP Command View (XP arrays only), or XP Command View Advanced Edition Software. 38 Disk array supported emulations - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 39
XP Continuous Access Software or XP Business Copy Software 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 - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 40
LUSE feature allows a LUN to be associated with 1 to 36 LDEVs. Essentially, LUSE makes it possible for applications to access a single large pool of storage. The LUSE feature is available when the HP StorageWorks XP Array Manager product is installed. Open Fibre Control. A general term describing - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 41
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 Netware - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 42
42 Glossary - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 43
, 25 port, 15 System Mode, 15 conventions document, 7 storage capacity values, 8 D device(s) assigning to volumes, 22 configuration, 20 emulation types, 12 logical, not recognized by host, 31 recognition, 19 type specifications, 36 verifying, 19 disk array(s) connecting, 18 features, 11 installation - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 44
, 16 doesnxd5 t reboot properly, 31 hangs up, 32 host mode, setting, 14 HP service representative tasks, 13 technical support, 9, 32 I installation connecting disk array, 18 HP service representative tasks, 13 overview, 13 interface, Fibre Channel, 11 L logical volumes, 25 cannot be created, 31 LUN - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 45
HP Subscriber's Choice for Business, 9 Novell documentation, 27 Novell support, 27 product manuals, 7 worksheet, path, 33 X XP Array Manager, 11, 13, 15, 19 XP Command View, 11, 13, 15, 19 XP Command View Advanced Edition Software, 11, 13, 19 XP family storage capacity, 11 XP Remote Web Console, 11 - HP XP20000/XP24000 | HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novel - Page 46
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HP StorageWorks
XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Novell
Netware
XP24000, XP20000, XP12000, XP10000
Part number: A5951–96055
Seventh edition: September 2007