Dell PowerVault MD3600i User Manual - Page 35
Post Installation Tasks, Before You Begin
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4 Post Installation Tasks Before using the storage array for the first time, complete a number of initial configuration tasks in the order shown. These tasks are performed using the MD Storage Manager (MDSM) or, optionally, the Modular Disk Configuration Utility (MDCU) software. NOTE: If Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) is not used, perform the initial configuration using the management station on the same physical subnet as the storage array. Additionally, during initial configuration, at least one network adapter must be configured on the same IP subnet as the storage array's default management port (192.168.128.101 or 192.168.128.102). After initial configuration, the management ports are configured using MDSM and the management station's IP address can be changed back to the previous settings. Before You Begin Before you begin configuring iSCSI, fill out the iSCSI configuration worksheet. Gathering this type of information about your network prior to starting the configuration steps helps you to complete the process in less time. iSCSI Configuration Terminology Table 4-1. Standard Terminology Used in iSCSI Configuration Term CHAP (Challenge Handshake Authentication Protocol) Host or host server Host server port Definition An optional security protocol used to control access to an iSCSI storage system by restricting use of the iSCSI data ports on both the host server and storage array. For more information on the types of CHAP authentication supported, see "Understanding CHAP Authentication" on page 66. A server connected to the storage array using iSCSI ports. SCSI port on the host server used to connect it to the storage array. Post Installation Tasks 35