Apple Xsan 1.1 User Manual

Includes setup information for : Hardware set up: PCIe Switch SW04/08-G2, PCIe RAID System A08S-PS, QSFP cables and HBAs, Also incloud software setup

3. Position the connector of the card over the slot, insert the connector into the slot, press gently but rmly until it is securely seated.4. Secur

2. Insert the other end of the cable into one of the three storage module ports on the rear panel of the ExaSAN switch.3. Plug a power cord into the A

1.3.4 Connecting the Private LANIn addition to the ExaSAN PCIe network, all computers for the SAN must be connected to a private Ethernet

3. Turn power on for the ExaSAN switch by pressing the Power button. Wait for the Heartbeat LED to turn into a steady ashing blue state. Note tha

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2. Software Installation and ConfigurationNow that we have connected all hardware components and turned on the power, follow the steps in this section

2.1.1.2 Switch GUI OverviewWe are now at the switch GUI main menu page. You may toggle between “Cong Mode” and “Monitor Mode” by clicking the “Switch

Note that before you perform any system administration function, you should set your system date and time rst. 2.1.1.3 Quick SetupWe will create two

2. In the “RAID LEVEL” eld, select “R5” from the drop-down list3. In the “SAN Software” led, select “SAN With MetaData” from the drop-down list4. Cl

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As the result, two logical disks will be created as shown in the screenshot below.5. Click “Apply”After you click the “Apply” button, the system w

2.1.2 Verify Accessible LUNsTo view the two LUNs which we just created, open the Mac “System Profiler” and then expand the “Parallel SCSI”

2.2 Xsan SetupNow that we’ve completed the ExaSAN configuration, this section guides you through the setup of your Xsan software: including

Next, repeat the same Xsan software installation on the backup MDC.2.2.1.2 Configure the SAN with MDC and All Clients Step by StepNext we will proceed

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Fill in the “SAN Name” of your choice; also fill in the appropriate “Administrator Name” and “Administrator Email” address. Click “Continue.”S

Use same authentication information for all SAN computers: Select this option to allow Xsan Admin to authenticate all computers using the s

When you’re done adding Serial Numbers, click “Continue.”Select the appropriate private network IP address from the drop-down list, click “Continue.”Q

You will not be able to go back for corrections beyond this point. Make sure that the information in the summary is correct, click “Continue.”Select t

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2.2.1.3 Add More Computers into the SANYou can add more computers into the SAN by clicking the “Add (+)” button in the “Computers” pane.2.2.2 Adding t

Enter the LUN label name “Meta-LUN” for it in the subsequent dialogue box; click the “Label” button to conrm the entry.Quick Start GuideP29

Next, do the same for the 1.45TB LUN (the larger of the two LUNs) using the label name “Data-LUN.”Upon completion, you will have successfully labeled

2.2.2.2 Creating an Xsan VolumeIn Xsan Admin, click “Volumes” and then click the “Add “ (+) button to start creating an Xsan volume. Fill in the “Vol

Follow the on-screen instructions, click “Continue,” the result follows, click “Continue” again.Quick Start GuideP32

Click “Continue,” wait for volume creation to complete.Quick Start GuideP33

Upon completion of volume creation, they appear in the “Volume” tab as shown below. 2.2.2.3 Mounting or Un-mounting a Volume In Xsan Admin, click the

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3. Technical Support3.1 The System LogWhen you contact us for technical support, our support staff might ask for your system log le for troubleshooti

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1.Hardware InstallationCongratulations on your purchase of the “Accusys ExaSAN Compac Solutiont” SAN (Storage Area Network) system solution.

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1.1 Checking the Equipment You’ll NeedThe list below consists of all the equipment you’ll need to set up the ExaSAN Compact Solution.Note that while

Package Item Image Item description1 SW04/08 packagePCIe 4 or 8-port switch, supports up to 4 or 8 host systems and 3 PCIe 1.1 RAID systemsPower cord

3 QSFP HBA20Gb QSFP PCIe x4 Host Bus Adapter, supports PCIe 2.0 slot4 A08S-PS package10Gb PCIe 1.1 8-bay tower RAID system, supports SATA and SAS driv

8. Ethernet switch and CAT-5 patch cables for the private Ethernet network of your SAN, one switch and one cable for each host system9. SAN management

given, use the fastest PCIe slot available. Although the HBA is compatible with both PCIe 1.1 and 2.0 standards, only the latter is recommended for be