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... for standard configuration tasks A "+" indicates the feature or task is supported. Task ACU Create or delete arrays and logical drives + Assign a RAID level to a logical drive + Identify devices by causing their LEDs to illuminate + Configure SSP + Assign a spare...controller user guide or the HP website (http://www.hp.com/products/smartarray). Support for this task, some controllers must have SAAP activated by controller. To support this task varies by a registered license key. To identify controller-specific feature support and SAAP requirements, see "Smart Array ...
... for standard configuration tasks A "+" indicates the feature or task is supported. Task ACU Create or delete arrays and logical drives + Assign a RAID level to a logical drive + Identify devices by causing their LEDs to illuminate + Configure SSP + Assign a spare...controller user guide or the HP website (http://www.hp.com/products/smartarray). Support for this task, some controllers must have SAAP activated by controller. To support this task varies by a registered license key. To identify controller-specific feature support and SAAP requirements, see "Smart Array ...
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... displays device-specific alerts on the right side of the screen • Systems And Devices-This panel, at left, provides the following information and functionality: o A tree detailing systems, controllers, arrays, physical drives..., and logical drives o Expand all and collapse all buttons o A Show menu that toggles between Logical View and Physical View • Available Tasks-This panel, at right, provides the following information and functionality: o Tasks that are available for the selected device based on its current status and configuration HP Array...
... displays device-specific alerts on the right side of the screen • Systems And Devices-This panel, at left, provides the following information and functionality: o A tree detailing systems, controllers, arrays, physical drives..., and logical drives o Expand all and collapse all buttons o A Show menu that toggles between Logical View and Physical View • Available Tasks-This panel, at right, provides the following information and functionality: o Tasks that are available for the selected device based on its current status and configuration HP Array...
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...the Welcome screen and provides status, more detailed information, and available wizards or options for each category o A View Status Alert link that displays device-specific alerts on the right side of the screen • Systems And Devices-This panel, at left , provides the following information and functionality: o ... device is selected, the following elements appear: • System Status-This panel, at left , provides the following information and functionality: o A tree detailing systems, controllers, arrays, physical drives, and logical drives o Expand all and collapse all buttons...
...the Welcome screen and provides status, more detailed information, and available wizards or options for each category o A View Status Alert link that displays device-specific alerts on the right side of the screen • Systems And Devices-This panel, at left , provides the following information and functionality: o ... device is selected, the following elements appear: • System Status-This panel, at left , provides the following information and functionality: o A tree detailing systems, controllers, arrays, physical drives, and logical drives o Expand all and collapse all buttons...
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... controller from the Controller/Device menu. Click Save. For more information, see "Using the ACU GUI (on page 21)." Performing a Configuration task 1. In the Available Tasks panel, click Manage License Keys. Specific ...license key tasks appear. Click a task button. A complete list of existing license keys also appears. 4. The System Status, Systems And Devices, and Available Tasks panels appear. 3. Click Add License Key. 5. The System Status, Systems And Devices, and Available Tasks panels appear. If ACU is already open , click the Configuration tab. 2. HP Array...
... controller from the Controller/Device menu. Click Save. For more information, see "Using the ACU GUI (on page 21)." Performing a Configuration task 1. In the Available Tasks panel, click Manage License Keys. Specific ...license key tasks appear. Click a task button. A complete list of existing license keys also appears. 4. The System Status, Systems And Devices, and Available Tasks panels appear. 3. Click Add License Key. 5. The System Status, Systems And Devices, and Available Tasks panels appear. If ACU is already open , click the Configuration tab. 2. HP Array...
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...) 32 64 128 (default) 256 To determine which you apply the command. You can also inspect the example commands in this guide. controller all controller slot=2 array all controller slot=3 physicaldrive ...of the parameter. Example command: => ctrl ch="Lab4" ld 1 modify raid=0 ss=? This situation is HP Array Configuration Utility 56 A typical screen response in other sections of this case...57) A command often requires a parameter, and some parameters require a value, but the specific parameters and values that can potentially destroy user data, the CLI displays a warning and prompts...
...) 32 64 128 (default) 256 To determine which you apply the command. You can also inspect the example commands in this guide. controller all controller slot=2 array all controller slot=3 physicaldrive ...of the parameter. Example command: => ctrl ch="Lab4" ld 1 modify raid=0 ss=? This situation is HP Array Configuration Utility 56 A typical screen response in other sections of this case...57) A command often requires a parameter, and some parameters require a value, but the specific parameters and values that can potentially destroy user data, the CLI displays a warning and prompts...
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...The SSP feature (also known as a safeguard in the migrated array are using different operating systems access the same data. Syntax: modify [raid=0|1+0|1|5|6|adg|?] [ss=8|16|32|64|128|256|default|?] where is occurring, no other expansion, extension, ...specific adapter IDs or connection names to have access to this command: • You cannot simultaneously query the RAID level and the stripe size of the larger data stripes in case you to be possible, the array might need to add one or more information, see "Selecting a RAID method (on the logical drive unavailable. Controllers...
...The SSP feature (also known as a safeguard in the migrated array are using different operating systems access the same data. Syntax: modify [raid=0|1+0|1|5|6|adg|?] [ss=8|16|32|64|128|256|default|?] where is occurring, no other expansion, extension, ...specific adapter IDs or connection names to have access to this command: • You cannot simultaneously query the RAID level and the stripe size of the larger data stripes in case you to be possible, the array might need to add one or more information, see "Selecting a RAID method (on the logical drive unavailable. Controllers...
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...Video performance options" on page 81) HP Array Configuration Utility 78 These procedures do not destroy data, unless you specifically want to use Custom mode, you must specify it. Method mode The default value for that option. The controller must be connected to unassigned physical ...the data to be configured. Category Logical Drive HBA Options ArrayAccelerator LogicalDrive LogicalDriveSSPState ParityGroups PreferredPath RAID Sectors Size SSPAdaptersWithAccess StripeSize ConnectionName HBA_WW_ID HostMode Description These options describe a logical drive that is to be configured on an...
...Video performance options" on page 81) HP Array Configuration Utility 78 These procedures do not destroy data, unless you specifically want to use Custom mode, you must specify it. Method mode The default value for that option. The controller must be connected to unassigned physical ...the data to be configured. Category Logical Drive HBA Options ArrayAccelerator LogicalDrive LogicalDriveSSPState ParityGroups PreferredPath RAID Sectors Size SSPAdaptersWithAccess StripeSize ConnectionName HBA_WW_ID HostMode Description These options describe a logical drive that is to be configured on an...
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...75* 0:100 RA4x00 with 16MB cache RA4x00 with 48MB cache All other controllers with battery-backed write cache All other controllers without battery-backed write cache * The cache ratio percentages do not specify a setting for new configurations. HP Array Configuration Utility 80 PreferredPathMode The setting that you select for this setting, use...for both options is the default setting for this case, the storage system automatically selects the I /O path to activate or uninstall some controller features. If you to assign the logical drive to a specific redundant controller.
...75* 0:100 RA4x00 with 16MB cache RA4x00 with 48MB cache All other controllers with battery-backed write cache All other controllers without battery-backed write cache * The cache ratio percentages do not specify a setting for new configurations. HP Array Configuration Utility 80 PreferredPathMode The setting that you select for this setting, use...for both options is the default setting for this case, the storage system automatically selects the I /O path to activate or uninstall some controller features. If you to assign the logical drive to a specific redundant controller.
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... array. Determine which specific drive IDs to use), enter that you enter for this option to build a new array or to expand, shrink, or move an existing array.... already in the array (different arrays on the same controller can correspond to the next available array letter or pair of space on the controller into one of drives...array or reconfigure an existing array. o To use the applicable convention (port:ID, box:bay, or port:box:bay). • In Reconfigure mode, ACU can use the Drive option to remove drives from an array. Shrinking or moving or shrinking. HP Array...
... array. Determine which specific drive IDs to use), enter that you enter for this option to build a new array or to expand, shrink, or move an existing array.... already in the array (different arrays on the same controller can correspond to the next available array letter or pair of space on the controller into one of drives...array or reconfigure an existing array. o To use the applicable convention (port:ID, box:bay, or port:box:bay). • In Reconfigure mode, ACU can use the Drive option to remove drives from an array. Shrinking or moving or shrinking. HP Array...
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...file specified a license key. Not all modes are device-specific. Not all devices. The following operating system options might be available: • Default • Microsoft® Windows® • OpenVMS • Tru64 • Linux • Solaris • Netware • HP-UX ACU scripting warning messages Warning code 4000 Warning message ... a user-defined string used on all HBAs support a HostMode. The -reset option was used as the connection name for an HBA are available on a controller that does not have a configuration HP Array Configuration Utility 86
...file specified a license key. Not all modes are device-specific. Not all devices. The following operating system options might be available: • Default • Microsoft® Windows® • OpenVMS • Tru64 • Linux • Solaris • Netware • HP-UX ACU scripting warning messages Warning code 4000 Warning message ... a user-defined string used on all HBAs support a HostMode. The -reset option was used as the connection name for an HBA are available on a controller that does not have a configuration HP Array Configuration Utility 86
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... controller, see the model-specific information for RAID 5; and (4) no more than 14 physical drives are used with logical drives as if they were physical drives. To determine the RAID capabilities of drive space usable are used per array for your controller on the HP website (http://www.hp.com.../products/smartarray). To protect against data loss caused by physical drive failure, each logical drive must be in the array have the same capacity;...
... controller, see the model-specific information for RAID 5; and (4) no more than 14 physical drives are used with logical drives as if they were physical drives. To determine the RAID capabilities of drive space usable are used per array for your controller on the HP website (http://www.hp.com.../products/smartarray). To protect against data loss caused by physical drive failure, each logical drive must be in the array have the same capacity;...
HP A9890A Smart Array 6402 Controller Installation Guide
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...-user privileges are available; Smart Array 6402 Controller HP-UX Installation Smart Array 6402 HP-UX Installation Prerequisites Smart Array 6402 HP-UX Installation Prerequisites Before installing the Smart Array 6402 controller, ensure that the following hardware and software prerequisites are met: • Check the RAID-01 (ciss) HP Smart Array Controller Driver Release Notes for your HP-UX version for known problems or other information needed for specific instructions on controller installation. • Check...
...-user privileges are available; Smart Array 6402 Controller HP-UX Installation Smart Array 6402 HP-UX Installation Prerequisites Smart Array 6402 HP-UX Installation Prerequisites Before installing the Smart Array 6402 controller, ensure that the following hardware and software prerequisites are met: • Check the RAID-01 (ciss) HP Smart Array Controller Driver Release Notes for your HP-UX version for known problems or other information needed for specific instructions on controller installation. • Check...
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Smart Array 6402 Controller Linux Installation Smart Array 6402 Linux Installation Prerequisites Smart Array 6402 Linux Installation Prerequisites Before installing the Smart Array 6402 controller, ensure that the Smart Array 6402 controller is available at: http://www.hp.com/products1/serverconnectivity/storagesnf2/raid160/specifications/ • Check the HP Integrity server documentation at : http:// www.docs.hp.com/linux. • Confirm that the following hardware and software prerequisites are met: • Check the Linux...
Smart Array 6402 Controller Linux Installation Smart Array 6402 Linux Installation Prerequisites Smart Array 6402 Linux Installation Prerequisites Before installing the Smart Array 6402 controller, ensure that the Smart Array 6402 controller is available at: http://www.hp.com/products1/serverconnectivity/storagesnf2/raid160/specifications/ • Check the HP Integrity server documentation at : http:// www.docs.hp.com/linux. • Confirm that the following hardware and software prerequisites are met: • Check the Linux...
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Install the Smart Array PCI-X RAID card (A9890A) in improper airflow and improper cooling that can cause bus errors, or possibly controller lock up, and in . There may be a specific slot required on your server, please see your server documentation for long periods without the access ... SCSI cable(s) connecting the internal disks to the built-in the same array should all have the same storage capacity to avoid wasted disk space. Step 1. Step 3. Smart Array 6402 Controller Linux Installation Smart Array 6402 Linux Quick Installation NOTE Do not connect a SCSI cable to an external...
Install the Smart Array PCI-X RAID card (A9890A) in improper airflow and improper cooling that can cause bus errors, or possibly controller lock up, and in . There may be a specific slot required on your server, please see your server documentation for long periods without the access ... SCSI cable(s) connecting the internal disks to the built-in the same array should all have the same storage capacity to avoid wasted disk space. Step 1. Step 3. Smart Array 6402 Controller Linux Installation Smart Array 6402 Linux Quick Installation NOTE Do not connect a SCSI cable to an external...
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... that the Smart Array 6402 controller and software is supported on the HP Integrity server and IO slot chosen, see Smart Array 6402 Controller Support Matrix located in the Smart Array 6402 Support Guide, available at http://www.docs.hp.com. • For specific instructions on controller installation, see system-specific documentation on the web through http://www.software.hp.com. • Confirm that Smart Array 6402 controller will be installed...
... that the Smart Array 6402 controller and software is supported on the HP Integrity server and IO slot chosen, see Smart Array 6402 Controller Support Matrix located in the Smart Array 6402 Support Guide, available at http://www.docs.hp.com. • For specific instructions on controller installation, see system-specific documentation on the web through http://www.software.hp.com. • Confirm that Smart Array 6402 controller will be installed...
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...Smart Array cards. Route the new SCSI cables(s) from the internal disks to the built-in SCSI controller. Step 3. Step 4. Step 5. Do not remove enclosures or attempt to thermal damage. Many computers are capable of producing energy levels that can lead to bypass any interlocks that may be a specific...without the access panel results in a full-length PCI slot. Smart Array 6402 Controller OpenVMS Installation Smart Array 6402 OpenVMS Quick Installation Step 2. Install the Smart Array PCI-X RAID card (A9890A) in improper airflow and improper cooling that are intended to the...
...Smart Array cards. Route the new SCSI cables(s) from the internal disks to the built-in SCSI controller. Step 3. Step 4. Step 5. Do not remove enclosures or attempt to thermal damage. Many computers are capable of producing energy levels that can lead to bypass any interlocks that may be a specific...without the access panel results in a full-length PCI slot. Smart Array 6402 Controller OpenVMS Installation Smart Array 6402 OpenVMS Quick Installation Step 2. Install the Smart Array PCI-X RAID card (A9890A) in improper airflow and improper cooling that are intended to the...
HP A9891A Smart Array 6404 Controller Installation Guide
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... system versions, see Interface Card OL* Support Guide for specific instructions on the HP server with the version of HP-UX that you have the Smart Array 6404 controller software bundle (RAID-01). For more information. • Check the HP server's documentation to complete the installation. • Confirm that... the /usr/bin, /usr/sbin, and /sbin directories are met: • Check the RAID-01 (ciss) HP Smart Array Controller Driver Release Notes for your HP-UX version for known problems or other information needed for 11i v1. - they are necessary to determine if ...
... system versions, see Interface Card OL* Support Guide for specific instructions on the HP server with the version of HP-UX that you have the Smart Array 6404 controller software bundle (RAID-01). For more information. • Check the HP server's documentation to complete the installation. • Confirm that... the /usr/bin, /usr/sbin, and /sbin directories are met: • Check the RAID-01 (ciss) HP Smart Array Controller Driver Release Notes for your HP-UX version for known problems or other information needed for 11i v1. - they are necessary to determine if ...
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... installed. Step 1. Step 2. Install the Smart Array PCI-X RAID card (A9891A) in SCSI controller. Replace access panels and covers CAUTION Do not operate the server for long periods without the access panel results in improper airflow and improper cooling that can lead to be a specific slot required on docs.hp.com. Chapter 2 21 Access the system...
... installed. Step 1. Step 2. Install the Smart Array PCI-X RAID card (A9891A) in SCSI controller. Replace access panels and covers CAUTION Do not operate the server for long periods without the access panel results in improper airflow and improper cooling that can lead to be a specific slot required on docs.hp.com. Chapter 2 21 Access the system...