Verifying Storage Array Discovery
The Automatic Discovery option automatically discovers both in-band and
out-of-band arrays and adds the storage arrays to the management domain. If the
out-of-band or in-band connections shown on the summary page are not
accurate, complete the following steps. For more information, see the Online
Help.
1 Check the hardware and connections for possible problems. For specific
procedures on troubleshooting interface problems, see the Owner's Manual.
2 Verify that the array is on the local subnetwork. If it is not, click the new
link to manually add it.
3 Verify that the status of each storage array is Optimal. If any array shows
an Unresponsive status, complete one of the following steps:
To remove the array from the management domain, highlight the
a
array and then click Remove link.
To add an array, click New link.
b
In Linux, click the Manual button and click OK.
4 If the array still shows an Unresponsive status, contact Dell.
Initial Setup Tasks
1 The name of the first storage array found is displayed in the devices tab of
the EMW. To see a list of all storage arrays found on the local network,
expand the discovered storage arrays tab in the device pane of the EMW.
2 The default name for a newly installed MD storage array is Unnamed. If
another name is displayed in PowerVault MDSM, click the down arrow
next to the name and click Unnamed in the drop-down list.
3 Double-click on the discovered array to launch the array management
window and make changes to the configuration of the array.
4 Click Perform Initial Setup Tasks to see an outline and links to the
remaining post-installation tasks.
The array is now ready to be configured. See the Owner's Manual for
information about each task and to perform the necessary configuration
steps. Table 4-1 lists the recommended configuration steps that can be
accomplished using the Owner's Manual.
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Post Installation Tasks
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