HP D2700 HP StorageWorks D2600/D2700 Disk Enclosure User Guide (504227-002, Ma - Page 24
Preliminary tasks, Determining who will install and con the disk enclosure - drivers
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Preliminary tasks Planning tasks include: • Determining who will install and configure the disk enclosure, page 24 • Confirming support for your hardware and software components, page 24 • Signing up to automatically receive advisories, notices, and other messages, page 25 • Confirming warranty support and finding out about related services, page 25 • Gathering and recording information, page 25 • Planning the storage configuration, page 25 Determining who will install and configure the disk enclosure Storage management experience is required to successfully install and configure this product. If you are not familiar with installing and configuring storage array systems, HP can install this product for you. For more information, see the Business & IT Services website: http://www.hp.com/go/services. Different levels of assistance are available. For example, the following services might be included: • Site inspection • Verification of operating system patch levels • Customized virtual disk design • Array hardware installation and activation of optional software • Array initialization • Verification that the implemented solution meets your specifications • Availability of an HP Services Storage Specialist to answer questions during the deployment process • Verification testing to confirm product functionality and adherence to HP installation quality standards • On-site orientation, including highlights of basic operation and a review of documentation Confirming support for your hardware and software components Specific versions of hardware, firmware, software, drivers, and other components are designed to work together. The QuickSpecs for your disk enclosure model provide an up-to-date list of supported servers, operating systems, controllers, switches, and software tools. Download and review the QuickSpecs for your disk enclosure model to confirm that the components you plan to use are supported for use with the disk enclosure. Check the QuickSpecs before initially installing the disk enclosure and before making any changes to an existing installation. QuickSpecs are available on the D2000 disk enclosures website: http:// www.hp.com/go/D2000. 24 Installation