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Preface ® The IBM SAN Solutions Basic Configuration Setup Guide outlines the steps required to assemble a basic Storage Area Network (SAN) that encompasses IBM SAN Solutions hardware components. Several possible configurations are also described. In addition, this guide discusses how to add hardware components to expand the SAN configuration. This guide is not intended to describe all the configurations possible by using the building blocks listed in this chapter. The installation information presented in this book is intended to be used in conjunction with the detailed information found at the Web sites cited in the text. Note: Many of the explanations of components and programs in this book are directly quoted from the original IBM documentation for the particular products. Because this guide is intended to serve as an outline for assembling a SAN configuration, be aware that the original information source will often contain more detail than this guide. Therefore, if you have questions about particular components or programs, refer to the documentation for the component or program. Who should read this book This guide is intended for trained service personnel who are familiar with IBM ® products and are proficient with Windows 2000 operating system administration. The user should have a solid understanding of the IBM FAStT Storage Manager as well as the software tools used to configure and administer Fibre Channel switches, routers, host bus adapters, and other hardware devices. How to use this book This book is organized as follows: "Chapter 1. SAN solutions overview" on page 1, lists the major building blocks of a SAN solution, describes the configuration that is the focus of this guide, and presents an overview of the hardware components and software programs that comprise the IBM SAN Solutions portfolio. "Chapter 2. Installation overview" on page 15, introduces the type of SAN configuration discussed in this guide and provides an overview of the installation process. "Chapter 3. Installation sequence" on page 19, provides a step-by-step sequence to assembling a basic SAN configuration. These steps include verifying and updating the basic server, Fibre Channel switch, host bus adapter, and router firmware, as well as installing, configuring, and administering the hardware components. "Chapter 4. Operation, maintenance, and scalability" on page 21, discusses the operation and maintenance of a SAN and the process of adding components to a SAN configuration. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2001 v

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Preface
The IBM
®
SAN Solutions Basic Configuration Setup Guide outlines the steps
required to assemble a basic Storage Area Network (SAN) that encompasses IBM
SAN Solutions hardware components. Several possible configurations are also
described. In addition, this guide discusses how to add hardware components to
expand the SAN configuration. This guide is not intended to describe all the
configurations possible by using the building blocks listed in this chapter. The
installation information presented in this book is intended to be used in conjunction
with the detailed information found at the Web sites cited in the text.
Note:
Many of the explanations of components and programs in this book are
directly quoted from the original IBM documentation for the particular
products. Because this guide is intended to serve as an outline for
assembling a SAN configuration, be aware that the original information
source will often contain more detail than this guide. Therefore, if you have
questions about particular components or programs, refer to the
documentation for the component or program.
Who should read this book
This guide is intended for trained service personnel who are familiar with IBM
products and are proficient with Windows
®
2000 operating system administration.
The user should have a solid understanding of the IBM FAStT Storage Manager as
well as the software tools used to configure and administer Fibre Channel switches,
routers, host bus adapters, and other hardware devices.
How to use this book
This book is organized as follows:
“
Chapter 1. SAN solutions overview
”
on page 1, lists the major building blocks of a
SAN solution, describes the configuration that is the focus of this guide, and
presents an overview of the hardware components and software programs that
comprise the IBM SAN Solutions portfolio.
“
Chapter 2. Installation overview
”
on page 15, introduces the type of SAN
configuration discussed in this guide and provides an overview of the installation
process.
“
Chapter 3. Installation sequence
”
on page 19, provides a step-by-step sequence to
assembling a basic SAN configuration. These steps include verifying and updating
the basic server, Fibre Channel switch, host bus adapter, and router firmware, as
well as installing, configuring, and administering the hardware components.
“
Chapter 4. Operation, maintenance, and scalability
”
on page 21, discusses the
operation and maintenance of a SAN and the process of adding components to a
SAN configuration.
© Copyright IBM Corp. 2001
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