DSN Series SAN Arrays VMWare ESX Manual
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.... By placing the virtual machines' virtual disks on a different ESX server after the original ESX server fails. SCSI IO requests are sent over Ethernet. The first involves the use with typical server systems are configured, instructions for dispatch to the storage array that employs iSCSI (Internet SCSI) to connect the servers to reside in each supporting a scalable number of high speed disk enclosures. xStack Storage DSN-Series SAN Arrays VMware...
.... By placing the virtual machines' virtual disks on a different ESX server after the original ESX server fails. SCSI IO requests are sent over Ethernet. The first involves the use with typical server systems are configured, instructions for dispatch to the storage array that employs iSCSI (Internet SCSI) to connect the servers to reside in each supporting a scalable number of high speed disk enclosures. xStack Storage DSN-Series SAN Arrays VMware...
DSN Series SAN Arrays VMWare ESX Manual
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... Storage DSN-Series SAN Arrays VMware ESX 3.0.2 & 3.5 VMware and iSCSI This section will be provided at a later date). The ESX server to be each placed on their own non-teamed NICs for hardware iSCSI initiators will describe the steps needed to attach iSCSI storage to virtual machine (VM) traffic. ESX 3.0.2 Configuration Connectivity from a host running VMware's ESX server to redundant Ethernet switches. NIC configuration...
... Storage DSN-Series SAN Arrays VMware ESX 3.0.2 & 3.5 VMware and iSCSI This section will be provided at a later date). The ESX server to be each placed on their own non-teamed NICs for hardware iSCSI initiators will describe the steps needed to attach iSCSI storage to virtual machine (VM) traffic. ESX 3.0.2 Configuration Connectivity from a host running VMware's ESX server to redundant Ethernet switches. NIC configuration...
DSN Series SAN Arrays VMWare ESX Manual
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... the IP address of storage devices. Format Storage Back in Virtual Center select ESX Server → Configuration → Storage Adapters and then select Rescan → Scan for example, NX1950-1). If this is the first host to access this test, for New Storage step. Supply a Datastore Name (for New Storage Devices. When the next ESX server is configured to enable access from one host to another using the...
... the IP address of storage devices. Format Storage Back in Virtual Center select ESX Server → Configuration → Storage Adapters and then select Rescan → Scan for example, NX1950-1). If this is the first host to access this test, for New Storage step. Supply a Datastore Name (for New Storage Devices. When the next ESX server is configured to enable access from one host to another using the...
CLI User's Guide for DSN-1100-10
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... TCP/IP PMTU Enabled value Set Returns the TCP/IP Timestamp Enabled status Show Sets the TCP/IP Timestamp Enabled value Set Returns the TCP/IP Time To Live status Show Sets the TCP/IP Time To Live value Set Returns the TCP/IP Window Scale status Show Sets the TCP/IP Window Scale value Set Lets you access the user list Show/Push/Select Sets the default volume blocksize of the property the global action commands that can be used...
... TCP/IP PMTU Enabled value Set Returns the TCP/IP Timestamp Enabled status Show Sets the TCP/IP Timestamp Enabled value Set Returns the TCP/IP Time To Live status Show Sets the TCP/IP Time To Live value Set Returns the TCP/IP Window Scale status Show Sets the TCP/IP Window Scale value Set Lets you access the user list Show/Push/Select Sets the default volume blocksize of the property the global action commands that can be used...
Software User's Guide for DSN-4000
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... virtualize disk storage for use familiar, proven, and widespread networking technologies like IP and Ethernet for exchanging data between the customer's servers and the xStack Storage system. Advanced features such as a SAN keeps that want to improve the reliability, availability, serviceability, and performance of their storage systems. It provides a range of Serial ATA (SATA), Serial-attached SCSI (SAS), or Solid State Devices...
... virtualize disk storage for use familiar, proven, and widespread networking technologies like IP and Ethernet for exchanging data between the customer's servers and the xStack Storage system. Advanced features such as a SAN keeps that want to improve the reliability, availability, serviceability, and performance of their storage systems. It provides a range of Serial ATA (SATA), Serial-attached SCSI (SAS), or Solid State Devices...
Software User's Guide for DSN-4000
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... maintaining equipment Remote configuration and monitoring of xStack Storage arrays For the latest information about hardware and software supported by -step instructions for performing configuration and management activities. 2.1 Key Features The following list summarizes a few key features of the xStack Storage Management Center: Feature-rich embedded IP-based Management Center lets you install, configure, and maintain all of your online network storage with powerful feature-rich offerings and point-and...
... maintaining equipment Remote configuration and monitoring of xStack Storage arrays For the latest information about hardware and software supported by -step instructions for performing configuration and management activities. 2.1 Key Features The following list summarizes a few key features of the xStack Storage Management Center: Feature-rich embedded IP-based Management Center lets you install, configure, and maintain all of your online network storage with powerful feature-rich offerings and point-and...
Software User's Guide for DSN-4000
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... is a graphical Web-based interface used to perform centralized storage configuration, management, administrative, and network activities for the same Internet Protocol (IP) subnetwork (192.168.1.x) as setting up and the Ready Light on the front panel of all arrays must have an installed: Network-interface card (NIC) initially configured for one view to another: Click commands on using your management host has a firewall, see Figure 2-1). The minimum version of ways...
... is a graphical Web-based interface used to perform centralized storage configuration, management, administrative, and network activities for the same Internet Protocol (IP) subnetwork (192.168.1.x) as setting up and the Ready Light on the front panel of all arrays must have an installed: Network-interface card (NIC) initially configured for one view to another: Click commands on using your management host has a firewall, see Figure 2-1). The minimum version of ways...
Software User's Guide for DSN-4000
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... host servers. While not required, changing the hostname to one controller of a dual-controller system, all of a failure on one that provides access to your Web browser to view or change management port settings: 1. Thereafter, you must: Restart the xStack Storage for identification and troubleshooting purposes. In the Network Settings View, click the management port in the Main Display. xStack Storage Management Center Software User's Guide 103 Enter the new IP address...
... host servers. While not required, changing the hostname to one controller of a dual-controller system, all of a failure on one that provides access to your Web browser to view or change management port settings: 1. Thereafter, you must: Restart the xStack Storage for identification and troubleshooting purposes. In the Network Settings View, click the management port in the Main Display. xStack Storage Management Center Software User's Guide 103 Enter the new IP address...
Software User's Guide for DSN-4000
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... the IP address for each xStack Storage data port that will be assigned to access the IP network. xStack Storage Management Center Software User's Guide 107 Therefore, you VLAN enable ports, the ports are removed when they become VLAN enabled. If you must be aware of the network portals to which IP address(es) will be on different subnets. 7.4.1 Creating Network Portals The following steps: - In the Network Settings View, click an Ethernet port in this network...
... the IP address for each xStack Storage data port that will be assigned to access the IP network. xStack Storage Management Center Software User's Guide 107 Therefore, you VLAN enable ports, the ports are removed when they become VLAN enabled. If you must be aware of the network portals to which IP address(es) will be on different subnets. 7.4.1 Creating Network Portals The following steps: - In the Network Settings View, click an Ethernet port in this network...
Software User's Guide for DSN-4000
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... one of the following steps: - 7.6.1 VLAN-Enabling a Port To VLAN-enable a port: 1. In the Network Settings View, click an Ethernet port in the Network Actions panel. - Click Replace VLAN enabled Port with VLAN enabled Group in a VLAN: xStack Storage Management Center Software User's Guide 115 Click Replace Group with standard Port in the Main Display. 2. To VLAN-enable a group using the Replace Group with VLAN enabled Port from the shortcut menu. 7.6.2 Removing a Port from a VLAN If you no longer want a group to VLAN enable a group: When you...
... one of the following steps: - 7.6.1 VLAN-Enabling a Port To VLAN-enable a port: 1. In the Network Settings View, click an Ethernet port in the Network Actions panel. - Click Replace VLAN enabled Port with VLAN enabled Group in a VLAN: xStack Storage Management Center Software User's Guide 115 Click Replace Group with standard Port in the Main Display. 2. To VLAN-enable a group using the Replace Group with VLAN enabled Port from the shortcut menu. 7.6.2 Removing a Port from a VLAN If you no longer want a group to VLAN enable a group: When you...
Software User's Guide for DSN-4000
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... block incoming unsolicited connection attempts to a previous configuration. In these ports. 122 Chapter 9 Best Practices To permit outbound connections from the xStack Storage are FTP connections, where the host computer acts as a server and the software acts as clicking a button in a safe location. Thereafter, you should save the settings in a configuration file and store the file in the Control tab of your configuration every time you change the configuration...
... block incoming unsolicited connection attempts to a previous configuration. In these ports. 122 Chapter 9 Best Practices To permit outbound connections from the xStack Storage are FTP connections, where the host computer acts as a server and the software acts as clicking a button in a safe location. Thereafter, you should save the settings in a configuration file and store the file in the Control tab of your configuration every time you change the configuration...
Software User's Guide for DSN-4000
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... 10 Troubleshooting Problem Symptom Description and Probable Cause Recommended Corrective Actions Software upgrade appears to complete quickly, but upgrade is set to Write-Back mode. Power Supply Failure message in the Event History Log A power cable could have failed. Other background tasks (such as the default Battery Policy will force Controller-0 into Write-Through mode even though its Battery is fully charged. For DSN-5000 series systems, replace the controller module. Contact D-Link Technical Support...
... 10 Troubleshooting Problem Symptom Description and Probable Cause Recommended Corrective Actions Software upgrade appears to complete quickly, but upgrade is set to Write-Back mode. Power Supply Failure message in the Event History Log A power cable could have failed. Other background tasks (such as the default Battery Policy will force Controller-0 into Write-Through mode even though its Battery is fully charged. For DSN-5000 series systems, replace the controller module. Contact D-Link Technical Support...
Hardware Reference Guide for DSN-4000
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.... DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS. Do not dispose of a new battery exploding if it is very possible that you need to replace it is incorrectly installed. CAUTION RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. iv Contents Please contact D-Link, Inc. Replace the battery pack only with household waste. Contact your service documentation. There is...
.... DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS. Do not dispose of a new battery exploding if it is very possible that you need to replace it is incorrectly installed. CAUTION RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. iv Contents Please contact D-Link, Inc. Replace the battery pack only with household waste. Contact your service documentation. There is...
Hardware Reference Guide for DSN-4000
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... the SAS Expansion port. Battery and Fan Status LEDs are located above the Management Port (see Table 2-6). Power Supply Status LEDs (2) Controller Module Redundant AC Power Supplies Power Switches (2) Figure 2-5. The management port includes port speed and port activity LEDs. To connect to Table 2-3. This button allows you to Table 2-5. Rear View of the management port. For more information, refer to explicitly restart the system. Diagnostic port (10101/DIAG) - For an explanation of the DSN-4X00 primary array...
... the SAS Expansion port. Battery and Fan Status LEDs are located above the Management Port (see Table 2-6). Power Supply Status LEDs (2) Controller Module Redundant AC Power Supplies Power Switches (2) Figure 2-5. The management port includes port speed and port activity LEDs. To connect to Table 2-3. This button allows you to Table 2-5. Rear View of the management port. For more information, refer to explicitly restart the system. Diagnostic port (10101/DIAG) - For an explanation of the DSN-4X00 primary array...
Hardware Reference Guide for DSN-4000
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... be numbered sequentially after which is accessible through the Startup Wizard, which the Global Enclosure Status LED on your network. You can access the DSN-4X00 system on the right front bracket turns green. The very first time that is a web-based application that you power-on for the first time, it loads the default settings and guides you will need to the xStack Storage Software User's Guide. The DSN-4X00...
... be numbered sequentially after which is accessible through the Startup Wizard, which the Global Enclosure Status LED on your network. You can access the DSN-4X00 system on the right front bracket turns green. The very first time that is a web-based application that you power-on for the first time, it loads the default settings and guides you will need to the xStack Storage Software User's Guide. The DSN-4X00...
Hardware Reference Guide for DSN-4000
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Diagnostic Serial Port on again. 28 Appendix A Replacing and Upgrading FRUs Connect the diagnostic port to disconnect and re-connect the AC power cords before you can power the system on Array Rear Panel To reset or reboot the array or set the out-of a PC. 2. When prompted, login with your terminal-emulation program and configure it as HyperTerminal) installed. If you shutdown the system using Option...
Diagnostic Serial Port on again. 28 Appendix A Replacing and Upgrading FRUs Connect the diagnostic port to disconnect and re-connect the AC power cords before you can power the system on Array Rear Panel To reset or reboot the array or set the out-of a PC. 2. When prompted, login with your terminal-emulation program and configure it as HyperTerminal) installed. If you shutdown the system using Option...
Datasheet for DSN-4000
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... using 3TB2 drives. Four 1GbE or Eight 1GbE The DSN-4100 & DSN-4200 iSCSI SAN arrays support Multi-path I /Os per Session (MCS), and Link Aggregation Groups (LAG) for unmatched network flexibility, performance and resiliency, allowing their 1GbE data ports to be easily implemented as a supplemental backup platform for quick restores, as secondary online storage, or as bandwidth demanding primary storage for full line speeds...
... using 3TB2 drives. Four 1GbE or Eight 1GbE The DSN-4100 & DSN-4200 iSCSI SAN arrays support Multi-path I /Os per Session (MCS), and Link Aggregation Groups (LAG) for unmatched network flexibility, performance and resiliency, allowing their 1GbE data ports to be easily implemented as a supplemental backup platform for quick restores, as secondary online storage, or as bandwidth demanding primary storage for full line speeds...
Datasheet for DSN-4000
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...-S) command set of features for secure access, improving network throughput and reducing CPU overhead. For the fastest RAID performance offered in the industry, D-Link's adaptive cache management provides write coalescing and multi-stream read-ahead on the status of the battery's charge. High Performance iSCSI Interface • DSN-4100: Four 1GbE Data Ports • DSN-4200: Eight 1GbE Data Ports Storage Network Management • Web-based, Wizard-driven IP SAN Device Manager...
...-S) command set of features for secure access, improving network throughput and reducing CPU overhead. For the fastest RAID performance offered in the industry, D-Link's adaptive cache management provides write coalescing and multi-stream read-ahead on the status of the battery's charge. High Performance iSCSI Interface • DSN-4100: Four 1GbE Data Ports • DSN-4200: Eight 1GbE Data Ports Storage Network Management • Web-based, Wizard-driven IP SAN Device Manager...
Datasheet for DSN-4000
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... support up to a single RAID set. This technology allows for the support of storage extents, which are performed online with v2.07 iSCSI Initiator or later • Windows 2000 Advanced Server - DSN-4000 Series iSCSI SAN Array D-Link's volume virtualization technology utilizes the concept of mixed disk drive capacities for volume creation. Each disk drive can prove to be a valuable tool to enable features such as needed...
... support up to a single RAID set. This technology allows for the support of storage extents, which are performed online with v2.07 iSCSI Initiator or later • Windows 2000 Advanced Server - DSN-4000 Series iSCSI SAN Array D-Link's volume virtualization technology utilizes the concept of mixed disk drive capacities for volume creation. Each disk drive can prove to be a valuable tool to enable features such as needed...
Datasheet for DSN-4000
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... Access Control of Management iSCSI/TCP/IP Full HW Offload Jumbo Frames Support LAG Support (Link Aggregation) Flow Control Volume & RAID Support RAID Controller RAID Support Volumes Target Nodes Online Capacity Expansion Hot Swappable Drives Instant Volume Access Free Space Defragmentation Auto-Detection Failed Drive Auto-Rebuild Spare Drive RAID Level Migration Drive Roaming in Power Off (configured drives are not bay-specific) Micro Rebuilds Storage Management Embedded IP-Based Management GUI Firmware Field Upgradeable SMI-S Version 1.1 Event Log Power Supply Type...
... Access Control of Management iSCSI/TCP/IP Full HW Offload Jumbo Frames Support LAG Support (Link Aggregation) Flow Control Volume & RAID Support RAID Controller RAID Support Volumes Target Nodes Online Capacity Expansion Hot Swappable Drives Instant Volume Access Free Space Defragmentation Auto-Detection Failed Drive Auto-Rebuild Spare Drive RAID Level Migration Drive Roaming in Power Off (configured drives are not bay-specific) Micro Rebuilds Storage Management Embedded IP-Based Management GUI Firmware Field Upgradeable SMI-S Version 1.1 Event Log Power Supply Type...