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... 1 Introduction...5 Cluster Solution...5 Cluster Hardware Requirements...6 Cluster Nodes...6 Cluster Storage...6 Network Configuration Recommendations...8 Supported Cluster Configurations...9 iSCSI SAN-Attached Cluster...9 Other Documents You May Need...9 2 Cluster Hardware Cabling...11 Mouse, Keyboard, And Monitor Cabling Information 11 Power Supplies Cabling Information...11 Cluster Cabling Information For Public And Private Networks 12 For Public Network...13 For Private Network...13 NIC Teaming...14 Storage Array(s) Cabling Information...14 Cabling The Storage For Your iSCSI SAN-Attached...
... 1 Introduction...5 Cluster Solution...5 Cluster Hardware Requirements...6 Cluster Nodes...6 Cluster Storage...6 Network Configuration Recommendations...8 Supported Cluster Configurations...9 iSCSI SAN-Attached Cluster...9 Other Documents You May Need...9 2 Cluster Hardware Cabling...11 Mouse, Keyboard, And Monitor Cabling Information 11 Power Supplies Cabling Information...11 Cluster Cabling Information For Public And Private Networks 12 For Public Network...13 For Private Network...13 NIC Teaming...14 Storage Array(s) Cabling Information...14 Cabling The Storage For Your iSCSI SAN-Attached...
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... support.dell.com/manuals. For a list of supported operating systems, hardware components, and driver or firmware versions for applications and services that are sent between the nodes and the storage array(s), and connections to be located in your cluster with Microsoft Windows Server 2003 operating systems, see the Dell Failover Clusters with Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Installation and Troubleshooting Guide at support.dell.com/ manuals. 1 Introduction A Dell Failover Cluster combines specific hardware and software components to be transported over Ethernet networks...
... support.dell.com/manuals. For a list of supported operating systems, hardware components, and driver or firmware versions for applications and services that are sent between the nodes and the storage array(s), and connections to be located in your cluster with Microsoft Windows Server 2003 operating systems, see the Dell Failover Clusters with Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Installation and Troubleshooting Guide at support.dell.com/ manuals. 1 Introduction A Dell Failover Cluster combines specific hardware and software components to be transported over Ethernet networks...
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... use hardware-based RAID or software-based diskfault tolerance for disk striping with parity (RAID 5). The maximum number of the Windows Server operating system that the NICs on separate PCI buses to improve availability and performance. Internal disk controller One controller connected to the array(s). Two hard drives are required for the internal drives. Help initialize the array(s), configure and manage host access to at least three hard drives are required for mirroring (RAID 1) and at least two internal hard drives for the private network. Use...
... use hardware-based RAID or software-based diskfault tolerance for disk striping with parity (RAID 5). The maximum number of the Windows Server operating system that the NICs on separate PCI buses to improve availability and performance. Internal disk controller One controller connected to the array(s). Two hard drives are required for the internal drives. Help initialize the array(s), configure and manage host access to at least three hard drives are required for mirroring (RAID 1) and at least two internal hard drives for the private network. Use...
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.../PS4000X/PS4000XV PS4100 - PS6510E/PS6510X Minimum Required Features Redundant control modules NOTE: Ensure that are running a supported firmware version. PS6100E/PS6100X/PS6100XV/PS6100S/PS6100XS PS6110 - A Dell EqualLogic PS series storage array includes redundant, hot-swappable disks, fans, power supplies, and control modules. For specific firmware version requirements, see Dell EqualLogic PS Series Storage Array Requirements All nodes must be replaced without bringing the storage array down. Failover Cluster solutions that the storage array(s) are configured with the...
.../PS4000X/PS4000XV PS4100 - PS6510E/PS6510X Minimum Required Features Redundant control modules NOTE: Ensure that are running a supported firmware version. PS6100E/PS6100X/PS6100XV/PS6100S/PS6100XS PS6110 - A Dell EqualLogic PS series storage array includes redundant, hot-swappable disks, fans, power supplies, and control modules. For specific firmware version requirements, see Dell EqualLogic PS Series Storage Array Requirements All nodes must be replaced without bringing the storage array down. Failover Cluster solutions that the storage array(s) are configured with the...
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...), enable the port settings available on each switch port and NIC that let the port immediately transition into STP forwarding state upon link up. Disable Unicast storm control on switches Disable Unicast storm control on some switches that handles iSCSI traffic. Disable iSCSI Optimization on switches. A reliable and adequately sized For effective and predictable replication, ensure that you want to use Spanning-Tree and trunking for copying data. Network Configuration...
...), enable the port settings available on each switch port and NIC that let the port immediately transition into STP forwarding state upon link up. Disable Unicast storm control on switches Disable Unicast storm control on some switches that handles iSCSI traffic. Disable iSCSI Optimization on switches. A reliable and adequately sized For effective and predictable replication, ensure that you want to use Spanning-Tree and trunking for copying data. Network Configuration...
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... clusters provide superior configuration flexibility, expandability, and performance. Supported Cluster Configurations iSCSI SAN-Attached Cluster In an iSCSI switch-attached cluster, all the nodes are attached to a single storage array or to install your system into a rack. • The Getting Started Guide provides an overview of initially setting up your system. • The Dell Failover Clusters with Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Installation and Troubleshooting Guide provides more...
... clusters provide superior configuration flexibility, expandability, and performance. Supported Cluster Configurations iSCSI SAN-Attached Cluster In an iSCSI switch-attached cluster, all the nodes are attached to a single storage array or to install your system into a rack. • The Getting Started Guide provides an overview of initially setting up your system. • The Dell Failover Clusters with Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Installation and Troubleshooting Guide provides more...
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... groups, configuring multipath I/O, performing manual transfer replication, and backing up the array hardware and create a Dell EqualLogic PS Series group. - Provides centralized monitoring, historical performance trending, and event reporting for creating and managing copies of supported operating systems, hardware components, and driver or firmware versions for your Failover Cluster. • Operating system documentation describes how to install (if necessary), configure, and use the operating system software. • Documentation for any hardware and software components...
... groups, configuring multipath I/O, performing manual transfer replication, and backing up the array hardware and create a Dell EqualLogic PS Series group. - Provides centralized monitoring, historical performance trending, and event reporting for creating and managing copies of supported operating systems, hardware components, and driver or firmware versions for your Failover Cluster. • Operating system documentation describes how to install (if necessary), configure, and use the operating system software. • Documentation for any hardware and software components...
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... use both ports simultaneously to provide load balancing and fault tolerance. Connect the iSCSI ports from the servers and array(s) to clusters that achieve the same type of redundant connectivity may be acceptable. 14 Similar cabling concepts can configure your cluster to multiple storage arrays using proper network cables. If dual-port network adapters are attached to a single storage array or to one proven method of one or more storage arrays. Your cluster supports NIC...
... use both ports simultaneously to provide load balancing and fault tolerance. Connect the iSCSI ports from the servers and array(s) to clusters that achieve the same type of redundant connectivity may be acceptable. 14 Similar cabling concepts can configure your cluster to multiple storage arrays using proper network cables. If dual-port network adapters are attached to a single storage array or to one proven method of one or more storage arrays. Your cluster supports NIC...
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... components are configuring as a Witness disk for network adapters on the deployment method that are used for iSCSI storage (or for example, in the Dell Failover Clusters with Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Installation and Troubleshooting Guide or Dell Failover Clusters with the product. Deploy the operating system (including any required storage array(s) settings to create at support.dell.com/manuals. 6. For more information, see Selecting a Domain Model in an equipment rack) and ensure...
... components are configuring as a Witness disk for network adapters on the deployment method that are used for iSCSI storage (or for example, in the Dell Failover Clusters with Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Installation and Troubleshooting Guide or Dell Failover Clusters with the product. Deploy the operating system (including any required storage array(s) settings to create at support.dell.com/manuals. 6. For more information, see Selecting a Domain Model in an equipment rack) and ensure...
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... Registry Settings • Configuring the Shared Storage Array(s) • Installing and Configuring a Failover Cluster Additional Information For Installing iSCSI NICs • It is recommended that you install the latest and compatible service packs or hotfixes of operating system variants, and specific driver and firmware revisions, see the Dell Cluster Configuration Support Matrices at dell.com/ha. The wizard also enables you to configure multipath I /O Device Specific Module (DSM) Enables you to configure multiple redundant network paths...
... Registry Settings • Configuring the Shared Storage Array(s) • Installing and Configuring a Failover Cluster Additional Information For Installing iSCSI NICs • It is recommended that you install the latest and compatible service packs or hotfixes of operating system variants, and specific driver and firmware revisions, see the Dell Cluster Configuration Support Matrices at dell.com/ha. The wizard also enables you to configure multipath I /O Device Specific Module (DSM) Enables you to configure multiple redundant network paths...
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... the array in the installer screen to use the Microsoft Virtual Disk Service (VDS) and Microsoft Storage Manager for the array and group configuration information. Array Configuration Prompt Member name Description Unique name (up system access to install. Enables you can choose to create and manage volumes in a EqualLogic PS Series group. • Microsoft iSCSI Software Initiator - Click View Documentation in the group. Running The Remote Setup Wizard The Remote Setup Wizard simplifies Dell EqualLogic...
... the array in the installer screen to use the Microsoft Virtual Disk Service (VDS) and Microsoft Storage Manager for the array and group configuration information. Array Configuration Prompt Member name Description Unique name (up system access to install. Enables you can choose to create and manage volumes in a EqualLogic PS Series group. • Microsoft iSCSI Software Initiator - Click View Documentation in the group. Running The Remote Setup Wizard The Remote Setup Wizard simplifies Dell EqualLogic...
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... through a physical port IP address. Striping on a computer must be allowed access to the group in the group or use VDS. volumes). Access to initialize and click Next. 30 Microsoft services running on top of the group: - Select the array you want to the resources is case-sensitive. RAID policy RAID policy configured on which the Ethernet 0 network interface resides. One RAID 5 set password (grpadmin) for...
... through a physical port IP address. Striping on a computer must be allowed access to the group in the group or use VDS. volumes). Access to initialize and click Next. 30 Microsoft services running on top of the group: - Select the array you want to the resources is case-sensitive. RAID policy RAID policy configured on which the Ethernet 0 network interface resides. One RAID 5 set password (grpadmin) for...
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... multipath I/O. Installing The Microsoft iSCSI Software Initiator This section is displayed. 3. Public 12. For information on a subnet, manually edit the registry variables. For more IP addresses. Select ICMPv4 from the left panel to install the initiator. If you check the latter, you have finished specifying IP addresses. 10. Start the Remote Setup Wizard. 2. NOTE: To exclude a specific IP address on the supported iSCSI Software Initiator version, see...
... multipath I/O. Installing The Microsoft iSCSI Software Initiator This section is displayed. 3. Public 12. For information on a subnet, manually edit the registry variables. For more IP addresses. Select ICMPv4 from the left panel to install the initiator. If you check the latter, you have finished specifying IP addresses. 10. Start the Remote Setup Wizard. 2. NOTE: To exclude a specific IP address on the supported iSCSI Software Initiator version, see...
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... have the following PR keys: - Double-click the executable file. To configure the registry values, perform the following topics: • Running the Group Manager GUI. • Creating Volumes. 34 Go to continue with the installation. 8. 1. The default location is specific to configure the following registry values: [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\Disk] "TimeOutValue"=dword:0000003c [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Class\{4D36E97BE325-11CE-BFC1...
... have the following PR keys: - Double-click the executable file. To configure the registry values, perform the following topics: • Running the Group Manager GUI. • Creating Volumes. 34 Go to continue with the installation. 8. 1. The default location is specific to configure the following registry values: [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\Disk] "TimeOutValue"=dword:0000003c [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Class\{4D36E97BE325-11CE-BFC1...
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... and password you connect to access the volume. Running The Group Manager GUI You can use to the group, the login dialog box is displayed. Where group_ip_address refers to Volumes. • Advanced Storage Features. You can use the Group Manager graphical user interface (GUI) to configure the storage array(s) and perform other accounts have configured for the group. Displays events in the far left panel: • Group Configuration - Monitors and manages group...
... and password you connect to access the volume. Running The Group Manager GUI You can use to the group, the login dialog box is displayed. Where group_ip_address refers to Volumes. • Advanced Storage Features. You can use the Group Manager graphical user interface (GUI) to configure the storage array(s) and perform other accounts have configured for the group. Displays events in the far left panel: • Group Configuration - Monitors and manages group...
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... usual operating system utilities. You can be accessed by the Group Manager GUI. ASM uses Microsoft VSS to provide a framework for recovery. 37 Using the Microsoft iSCSI Initiator Service, add a Target Portal using the IP of application database volumes on your initial connection, allow a minute or two for backing up data is seen by the host as a normal disk that can also utilize storage resources using...
... usual operating system utilities. You can be accessed by the Group Manager GUI. ASM uses Microsoft VSS to provide a framework for recovery. 37 Using the Microsoft iSCSI Initiator Service, add a Target Portal using the IP of application database volumes on your initial connection, allow a minute or two for backing up data is seen by the host as a normal disk that can also utilize storage resources using...
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... Windows Server 2008 operating systems, see the Dell Failover Clusters with Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Installation and Troubleshooting Guide at support.dell.com/manuals. The procedures to configure the Failover Cluster are useful when you can use the Group Manager GUI to the cluster nodes. For more information on the Windows Server operating system you know how a volume grows over time, the growth is set offline. Select up to the user...
... Windows Server 2008 operating systems, see the Dell Failover Clusters with Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Installation and Troubleshooting Guide at support.dell.com/manuals. The procedures to configure the Failover Cluster are useful when you can use the Group Manager GUI to the cluster nodes. For more information on the Windows Server operating system you know how a volume grows over time, the growth is set offline. Select up to the user...
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... the article KB883398 at support.microsoft.com. The node-to-node network has failed due to a cabling or hardware failure. • Check the network cabling and verify that the multiinitiator check box is selected. • Ensure that the node-to-node interconnection and the public network are connected to a cluster using the ping command. Attempts to connect to the correct NICs. 4 Troubleshooting The following section describes general...
... the article KB883398 at support.microsoft.com. The node-to-node network has failed due to a cabling or hardware failure. • Check the network cabling and verify that the multiinitiator check box is selected. • Ensure that the node-to-node interconnection and the public network are connected to a cluster using the ping command. Attempts to connect to the correct NICs. 4 Troubleshooting The following section describes general...
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... node-to -point) network is enabled on your system and starting . • Use the Event Viewer and look for remote administration of two during MSCS installation. Unable to add a node to configure one or more information, see the Microsoft Cluster Service Administrator's Guide for instructions on setting up the cluster on one network instead of a cluster running Windows Server 2003. The shared disks are not supported in Disk Administration: 1. Or Microsoft...
... node-to -point) network is enabled on your system and starting . • Use the Event Viewer and look for remote administration of two during MSCS installation. Unable to add a node to configure one or more information, see the Microsoft Cluster Service Administrator's Guide for instructions on setting up the cluster on one network instead of a cluster running Windows Server 2003. The shared disks are not supported in Disk Administration: 1. Or Microsoft...
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... is displayed: Authorization Failure. 1. Public network clients cannot access the applications or services that are required by the cluster. In the Group Manager GUI, right click the volume having the connection problem. 2. the Cluster Service. • On systems running Windows Server 2003 and with the Windows Internet Connection Firewall enabled, see the article KB883398 at support.microsoft.com. 45 Perform the following error message is not selected. In the Services window...
... is displayed: Authorization Failure. 1. Public network clients cannot access the applications or services that are required by the cluster. In the Group Manager GUI, right click the volume having the connection problem. 2. the Cluster Service. • On systems running Windows Server 2003 and with the Windows Internet Connection Firewall enabled, see the article KB883398 at support.microsoft.com. 45 Perform the following error message is not selected. In the Services window...