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HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Windows 2000/2003 XP24000, XP12000, XP10000, SVS200 Part number: A5951-96195 Sixth edition: June 2007 - HP XP20000 | HP StorageWorks Disk Array XP operating system configuration guide - Page 2
L.P. Confidential computer software. Valid license from HP required for possession, use or copying. HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP - HP XP20000 | HP StorageWorks Disk Array XP operating system configuration guide - Page 3
...21 Creating and formatting disk partitions 21 Verifying file system operations 22 2 Troubleshooting 23 Error conditions ...23 Calling the HP support center ...24 Contact information ...24 Before you call ...25 A Path worksheet 27 XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Windows 2000/2003 3 - HP XP20000 | HP StorageWorks Disk Array XP operating system configuration guide - Page 4
Worksheet ...27 B Disk array supported emulations 29 Supported emulations ...29 Emulation specifications ...30 Glossary 33 Index 37 4 - HP XP20000 | HP StorageWorks Disk Array XP operating system configuration guide - Page 5
Figures 1..SNMP configuration 13 2..Point-to-point fabric topology example 17 3..Multi-cluster environment 19 XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Windows 2000/2003 5 - HP XP20000 | HP StorageWorks Disk Array XP operating system configuration guide - Page 6
for host mode setting 14 4..Host group modes (options 15 5..Fabric topology settings 17 6..Fabric zoning and LUN security 18 7..Error conditions ...24 8..Worksheet ...27 9..Supported emulations 29 10..Emulation specifications 30 6 - HP XP20000 | HP StorageWorks Disk Array XP operating system configuration guide - Page 7
StorageWorks 200 Storage Virtualization System: Owner's Guide You can find these documents from the Manuals page of the HP Business Support Center website: http://www.hp.com/support/manuals In the Storage section, click Disk Storage Systems and then select your product. XP Disk Array Configuration - HP XP20000 | HP StorageWorks Disk Array XP operating system configuration guide - Page 8
.hp.com Bold text Element Cross-reference links and e-mail addresses Website addresses • Keys that are pressed • Text typed into a GUI element, such as a box or data. IMPORTANT: Provides clarifying information or specific instructions. NOTE: Provides additional information. TIP: Provides - HP XP20000 | HP StorageWorks Disk Array XP operating system configuration guide - Page 9
you register your product at the Subscriber's Choice for Business website: http://www.hp.com/go/e-updates After registering, you will receive e-mail notification of product enhancements, new driver versions, firmware updates, and other product resources. XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Windows - HP XP20000 | HP StorageWorks Disk Array XP operating system configuration guide - Page 10
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 feedback. To make comments and suggestions about product documentation, please send a message - HP XP20000 | HP StorageWorks Disk Array XP operating system configuration guide - Page 11
details. • (Recommended) HP StorageWorks XP Remote Web Console, HP StorageWorks Command View XP 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 Manager Software • (Optional - HP XP20000 | HP StorageWorks Disk Array XP operating system configuration guide - Page 12
SNMP properties are usually set from the SVP but they can also be set remotely using XP Command View (XP arrays only), XP Remote Web Console, or Command View XP Advanced Edition Software. Refer to the applicable user's guide for procedures. 12 Installing and configuring Windows for the XP disk array - HP XP20000 | HP StorageWorks Disk Array XP operating system configuration guide - Page 13
only), XP Remote Web Console , or Command View XP Advanced Edition Software. Refer to the applicable user guide for information about how to designate a command device. Installation procedures Perform these actions to install and configure the disk array: 1. Installing and configuring the disk array - HP XP20000 | HP StorageWorks Disk Array XP operating system configuration guide - Page 14
tasks, use XP Command View (XP disk arrays only), XP Remote Web Console, Command View XP Advanced Edition Software, or LUN Configuration and Security Manager to complete the remaining installation tasks. If you do not have these programs, your HP service representative can perform these tasks for - HP XP20000 | HP StorageWorks Disk Array XP operating system configuration guide - Page 15
host group modes (options) may be configured. The storage administrator must verify if an additional host with I/O fencing is used. Default Inactive 6 Parameter Setting Failure configured is disruptive and requires the server to be rebooted. XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Windows 2000/2003 - HP XP20000 | HP StorageWorks Disk Array XP operating system configuration guide - Page 16
of the host. Configuring the Fibre Channel ports Configure the disk array Fibre Channel ports using XP Remote Web Console (shown), XP Command View (XP arrays only), or Command View XP Advanced Edition Software. Select the settings for each port based on your storage area network topology - HP XP20000 | HP StorageWorks Disk Array XP operating system configuration guide - Page 17
for the model name or number of your HBA. Download the file, and follow the installation instructions in the "readme" or documentation file supplied with each download. Contact your HP representative for current information on compatible HBAs. XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Windows 2000/2003 - HP XP20000 | HP StorageWorks Disk Array XP operating system configuration guide - Page 18
SAN, within a server, the booting HBAs must be from the same vendor. Additional data storage HBAs can be from a different vendor. Table 6 Fabric zoning and LUN security Environment Standalone two nodes. The nodes share access to the disk array. 18 Installing and configuring Windows for the XP - HP XP20000 | HP StorageWorks Disk Array XP operating system configuration guide - Page 19
), or Command View XP 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 includes: • Configuring ports • Enabling LUN security on the ports • Creating host - HP XP20000 | HP StorageWorks Disk Array XP operating system configuration guide - Page 20
the storage groups For details see the HP StorageWorks LUN Configuration and Security Manager User's Guide or Command View XP Advanced Edition Software Device Manager Web Client User's Guide. information using the worksheet in Appendix A. 20 Installing and configuring Windows for the XP disk array - HP XP20000 | HP StorageWorks Disk Array XP operating system configuration guide - Page 21
or create a file system on a device that will be used as a raw device (for example, some database applications use raw devices.) 1. In the Disk Management main window, select the unallocated area for the SCSI disk you want to partition. XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Windows 2000/2003 21 - HP XP20000 | HP StorageWorks Disk Array XP operating system configuration guide - Page 22
-click each disk to view Properties and verify the properties are correct (label, type, capacity, and file system). 3. Copy a file from an existing drive to each new drive to verify the new drives are working, and then delete the copies. 22 Installing and configuring Windows for the XP disk array - HP XP20000 | HP StorageWorks Disk Array XP operating system configuration guide - Page 23
be able to view error messages (R-SIMS) as follows: • In XP Remote Web Console (Status tab) • In Command View XP Advanced Edition Software ("Alerts" panel). • In XP Command View (Event History or Event Notification panels) (XP arrays only) XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Windows 2000/2003 23 - HP XP20000 | HP StorageWorks Disk Array XP operating system configuration guide - Page 24
and that disk array TIDs do not conflict with any host TIDs. Calling the HP support center If you are unable to resolve an error condition, contact the HP support center for assistance. Contact information Telephone numbers for worldwide technical support are listed on the HP support web site: 24 - HP XP20000 | HP StorageWorks Disk Array XP operating system configuration guide - Page 25
number (if applicable) • Product serial numbers • Product model names and numbers • Applicable error messages • Operating system type and revision level • Detailed, specific questions For continuous quality improvement, calls may be recorded or monitored. XP Disk Array Configuration Guide - HP XP20000 | HP StorageWorks Disk Array XP operating system configuration guide - Page 26
26 Troubleshooting - HP XP20000 | HP StorageWorks Disk Array XP operating system configuration guide - Page 27
(CU:LDEV) (CU = Device Type SCSI Bus control unit) Number 0:00 Path 1 0:01 0:02 0:03 0:04 0:05 0:06 0:07 0:08 0:09 0:10 Alternate Paths TID: LUN: TID: LUN: TID: LUN: TID: LUN: TID LUN: TID: LUN: TID: LUN: TID: LUN: TID: LUN: XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Windows 2000/2003 27 - HP XP20000 | HP StorageWorks Disk Array XP operating system configuration guide - Page 28
28 Path worksheet - HP XP20000 | HP StorageWorks Disk Array XP operating system configuration guide - Page 29
to external storage devices, HP recommends using OPEN-V as the emulation the array makes visible to the host. This allows external storage LDEVs to be configured without losing data. Using any other emulation may cause data loss in the external storage LUNs. XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for - HP XP20000 | HP StorageWorks Disk Array XP operating system configuration guide - Page 30
4 512 Note 4 512 Note 4 512 Note 4 512 Note 4 512 Note 4 512 *Capacity = (512 x number of blocks) ÷ 10242 # of Cylinders 3338 9966 10016 19759 49439 Note 5 Heads Sectors Capacity per track MB*(Note 6 Note 6 Note 6 Note 6 Note 6 Note 6 Note 6 Note 6 30 Disk array supported emulations - HP XP20000 | HP StorageWorks Disk Array XP operating system configuration guide - Page 31
CVS volume with capacity = 49 MB: # of cylinders = 49 × 16/15 = 52.26 (rounded up to next integer) = 53 cylinders OPEN-3/8/9/E: The number of cylinders for a CVS LUSE volume = # of cylinders = (capacity (MB) specified by user) × 1024/720 × n XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Windows 2000/2003 31 - HP XP20000 | HP StorageWorks Disk Array XP operating system configuration guide - Page 32
is specified in MB, not number 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 Command View XP Advanced Edition Software. 32 Disk array supported emulations - HP XP20000 | HP StorageWorks Disk Array XP operating system configuration guide - Page 33
36 GB OPEN-V: User-defined custom size Disconnecting a failed unit or path and replacing it with an alternative unit or path in order to continue functioning. Fibre Channel. Fibre Channel arbitrated loop. Fibre Channel Protocol. Host bus adapter. XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Windows 2000 - HP XP20000 | HP StorageWorks Disk Array XP operating system configuration guide - Page 34
Protocol. Service processor, which is the PC built into the disk controller. The SVP provides a direct interface into the disk array. SVP use is reserved for HP support representatives only. Storage Virtualization System, an appliance that manages multiple disk array storage systems. Target - HP XP20000 | HP StorageWorks Disk Array XP operating system configuration guide - Page 35
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 Windows - HP XP20000 | HP StorageWorks Disk Array XP operating system configuration guide - Page 36
36 Glossary - HP XP20000 | HP StorageWorks Disk Array XP operating system configuration guide - Page 37
16 host mode, setting, 14 port, 16 configure devices, 21 conventions document, 8 storage capacity values, 9 text symbols, 8 D device(s) configuring, 21 logical, not recognized by host, 24 type specifications, 30 types supported, 12 disk array(s) features, 11 installation, 13 Not Ready error message - HP XP20000 | HP StorageWorks Disk Array XP operating system configuration guide - Page 38
, 8 troubleshooting error conditions, 23 technical support, 24 V volume(s) logical, cannot be created, 24 physical, cannot be created, 24 W websites HP , 10 HP Subscriber's Choice for Business, 9 product manuals, 7 worksheet, path, 27 X XP Command View, 16 XP Remote Web Console, 13 XP Array Manager
HP StorageWorks
XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for
Windows 2000/2003
XP24000, XP12000, XP10000, SVS200
Part number: A5951-96195
Sixth edition: June 2007