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HP P6300/P6500 Enterprise Virtual Array
Installation Guide
Abstract
The P6300 EVA is customer self installable. However, you may purchase installation service by an HP-authorized service
provider if preferred. The P6500 EVA requires installation service by an HP-authorized service provider. For more information,
contact HP technical support in North America at 1-800-474-6836. Outside North America, call HP technical support at the
nearest location. Telephone numbers for worldwide technical support are listed on the HP website: http://www.hp.com/support.
To assist you in installing the P6300/P6500 EVAs, videos of the procedures have been produced. Go to the Services Media
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  • Page 1 The P6500 EVA requires installation service by an HP-authorized service provider. For more information, contact HP technical support in North America at 1-800-474-6836. Outside North America, call HP technical support at the nearest location. Telephone numbers for worldwide technical support are listed on the HP website: http://www.hp.com/support.
  • Page 2 The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Using Internet Storage Name Service (iSNS) .................13 Using iSCSI ports ......................13 Security..........................13 System and performance expectations..................17 RAID levels........................17 HP P6000 Command View implementation................18 2 Preparing your site...................19 Overview..........................19 Provide adequate structural support for the floor.................19 Provide adequate clearance space and ventilation..............19 Provide adequate and redundant sources of power..............19...
  • Page 4 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Installing Fibre Channel drivers....................33 6 Managing the iSCSI or iSCSI/FCoE module using HP P6000 Command View..34 Configuring the iSCSI and iSCSI/FCoE module management ports..........34 Fibre Channel zoning......................37 HP P6000 Command View discovery..................38 Configuring the iSCSI IP ports....................43 Setting the time on the iSCSI or iSCSI/FCoE modules..............43...
  • Page 5: Reviewing And Confirming Your Plans

    Cat5E or Cat6 cabling to the 1 GbE iSCSI module data ports For connections to the controller 10GbE iSCSI/FCoE module data ports, HP recommends a) 10GbE SFP+ optical transceivers with optical Fibre Channel cables (PremierFlex or OM3 cables) when connecting outside of the cabinet, or b) 10GbE SFP+ copper cabling when connecting inside of the cabinet.
  • Page 6: General Ip-San Recommendations

    Ethernet network, utilizing DCB switches. Within a 10 GbE based data center, consider implementing the FCoE protocol. General IP-SAN recommendations For Microsoft Windows Server environments, implement MPIO and HP DSM for NIC fault-tolerance and superior performance. For other operating systems, where supported, implement NIC bonding in the host software for NIC fault-tolerance and performance.
  • Page 7: Recommended Switch Infrastructure For An Ip-San

    For FCoE, HP recommends converged network switches. For more information about these switches, go to: http://h18006.www1.hp.com/storage/networking/index.html These switches are also referenced in the HP SAN Design Reference Guide, which is also available through this website. For additional FCoE configuration details, see the HP Fibre Channel Over Ethernet Application Note (part number: AA-RWQ5H-TE).
  • Page 8 Consult the switch manufacturer documentation for guidance on this issue. HP recommends implementing flow control over jumbo frames for optimal performance. Flow control is required when using the HP DSM and MPIO.
  • Page 9: Network Latency

    Ensure at least one port from each module is connected to each switch. Host server connectivity: Use dual NICs connected to the IP storage network with a single port connected to each switch. For Windows 2003/2008, use HP DSM for MPIO for multiple NIC support. Network latency High network latency can be the primary cause of slow I/O performance or iSCSI drive disconnects.
  • Page 10 HP P6000 Command View management of the P6300/P6500 through the iSCSI connectivity and the 1 GbE iSCSI modules through IP connectivity. When LUN 0 from each controller is presented through the iSCSI or FCoE connectivity, HP P6000 Command View can manage the P6300/P6500 EVA controllers.
  • Page 11: Total Number Of Iscsi And Iscsi/Fcoe Initiators

    For one P6300/P6500 EVA controller, and assuming a redundant configuration, HP P6000 Command View supports 256 initiators and 255 LUNs, plus LUN 0. On the iSCSI/FCoE modules, HP P6000 Command View supports 1024 initiators, 1024 LUNs, and 256 LUNs per virtual port group (VPG).
  • Page 12: Number Of Paths Required Per Initiator

    The number of connections per iSCSI controller is finite, and every initiator login constitutes a connection to the iSCSI modules or iSCSI/FCoE modules. In a multipath environment, HP recommends a minimum of one connection per module; high-performance applications may require full path connectivity to each iSCSI module.
  • Page 13: Using Internet Storage Name Service (Isns)

    (VPG) for a total of four. Each iSCSI initiator, therefore, discovers four times the number of FC targets. HP recommends that you use iSNS to present only the required iSCSI targets to the initiator.
  • Page 14 If the iSCSI initiator IQN is listed, enter the index number of the initiator. Then, enter 0 (zero) to enable CHAP, and enter the CHAP secret as shown in the CLI example. If the iSCSI initiator IQN is not listed, you can use either the CLI or HP P6000 Command View to add the iSCSI initiator IQN: CLI: Use the initiator add command.
  • Page 15 If you wish to terminate this process before reaching the end of the list press 'q' or 'Q' and the ENTER key to do so. Index iSCSI Name ----- ---------- 0 iqn.2004-09.com.hp:fcgw.mez75.1 1 iqn.2004-09.com.hp:fcgw.mez75.1 2 iqn.2004-09.com.hp:fcgw.mez75.1.01.5001438004c68968 3 iqn.2004-09.com.hp:fcgw.mez75.1.01.5001438004c6896c 4 iqn.2004-09.com.hp:fcgw.mez75.1.02.5001438004c68968 5 iqn.2004-09.com.hp:fcgw.mez75.1.03.5001438004c68968...
  • Page 16 (zero) to enable CHAP, and enter the CHAP secret as shown in the CLI example. If the iSCSI initiator IQN is not listed, you can use either the CLI or HP P6000 Command View to add the iSCSI initiator IQN.
  • Page 17: System And Performance Expectations

    I/O performance or storage efficiency. RAID levels Vraid is the HP term for the implementation of RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) storage on EVAs. Vraid is also referred to as redundancy in HP management software. Virtual disks with HP Vraid use three key RAID methods: data striping, data mirroring, and parity error checking.
  • Page 18: Hp P6000 Command View Implementation

    Server-based management—HP P6000 Command View is installed on a management server connected to the EVA, providing management of multiple storage systems. All components of the software suite (HP P6000 Command View, HP Command View EVAPerf, HP Storage System Scripting Utility, SMI-S EVA) are installed. Server-based management is applicable to all EVA models.
  • Page 19: Preparing Your Site

    To ensure continuous, safe, and reliable operation of your equipment, place your system in an approved environment. Consider using the HP Enterprise Configurator (eCO) to help plan and configure racks and rack-mountable devices. The eCO is available on the HP website: http://h30099.www3.hp.com/configurator...
  • Page 20 ◦ NOTE: Controllers are shipped with Small Form Factor Pluggable (SFP) transceiver modules on all FC ports. If you ordered the AF092A rack, HP recommends that you use the 1.37 meter (minimum length) power cords. Inspect for damage. If damage is present, contact your local HP representative.
  • Page 21: Installing Components

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com 3 Installing components Overview Component installation includes: Rail kits Controller and disk enclosures Disk drives NOTE: If you have ordered the factory integrated product, skip this chapter and go to “Turning on power” (page 31).
  • Page 22: Attach The Brackets For A Longer Chassis

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com NOTE: The power distribution units can be assembled either vertically (using the PDU hinge) as shown for configuring for expansion, or horizontally as shown for configuring for maximum rack space. Figure 6 Typical rack configurations P6300 configured for maximum rack space P6500 configured for expansion Attach the brackets for a longer chassis...
  • Page 23 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Figure 7 Inserting screw into the new bracket Figure 8 Attaching brackets to rail Repeat Step 1 Step 2 for the remaining rail. Figure 9 (page 23) shows the disk enclosure rail. Figure 9 Disk enclosure rail Attach the brackets for a longer chassis...
  • Page 24: Attach The Rails

    Consider the following when installing the rails: Installing the rails does not require any tools for assembly. HP recommends that you install all the rail kits before installing any other components. Ensure that the rails are level before installing any other components.
  • Page 25: Install The Enclosures

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Figure 1 1 Attaching the front rail CAUTION: Ensure that the scissor locking latch engages the scissor latch when you push the end of the rail into the rack mounting rail. Loosen the locking screw (1, Figure 12 (page 25)) on the shipping retaining bracket (2) and slide the bracket to the farthest position on the rear of the rail.
  • Page 26 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Align the enclosure with the rails and slide it into the rack (Figure 13 (page 26)). Figure 13 Installing an enclosure (view from front of rack) Continue sliding the enclosure into the rack until the front edge is flush with the front of the rack (1, Figure 14 (page 26)).
  • Page 27: Installing The Disk Drives Into The Drive Bays

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Figure 15 Securing the rear of the enclosure (view from rear of rack) 4. Repeat Step 1 through Step 3 to install the controller enclosures. Installing the disk drives into the drive bays After the disk enclosures are secured in the rack, install the disk drives into the drive bays.
  • Page 28 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Figure 17 M6625 disk drive numbering (LFF) CAUTION: Install disk drives in the enclosures only after securing the enclosures in the rack. Observe the following precautions: An enclosure populated with disk drives is too heavy to lift safely. Movement of an enclosure during installation might damage the internal storage media of installed disk drives.
  • Page 29: Connecting Cables And Power Cords

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com 4 Connecting cables and power cords Overview NOTE: If you have ordered the factory integrated product, skip this chapter and go to “Turning on power” (page 31). To connect cables and power cords: Read the cabling best practices.
  • Page 30: Connecting The Array To Servers And Switches

    LED illuminates as solid amber. NOTE: If you ordered the AF092A rack, HP recommends that you use the 1.37 meter (minimum length) power cords. Table 3 Power cable connections...
  • Page 31: Turning On Power

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com 5 Turning on power After the controllers and disk enclosures are physically installed and cabled, power on all devices and verify that they are operating properly. For cabling procedures, see “Cabling the P6300/P6500 EVA”...
  • Page 32: Verify The Operating Status Of The Disk Enclosures

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Figure 19 LED panel Startup condition Operating condition Fault condition 1. UID Blinking blue 2. Health Blinking green Solid green 3. Fault Blinking amber Blinking or Solid Amber 4. Link status Blinking amber Amber Verify the operating status of the disk enclosures To verify that the disk enclosures and disk drives are operating properly, view the enclosure and...
  • Page 33: Verify The Operating Status Of The Fibre Channel Switches And Adapters

    Older PSPs will not have current drivers, so ensure your driver version are current. For other operating systems, load the drivers as directed in “Configuring application servers” in the HP P6300/P6500 Enterprise Virtual Array User Guide. Verify the operating status of the Fibre Channel switches and adapters...
  • Page 34: Managing The Iscsi Or Iscsi/Fcoe Module Using Hp P6000 Command View

    P6000 Command View This chapter provides instructions for configuring the iSCSI and the iSCSI/FCoE module management ports, HP P6000 Command View discovery and host instantiation, the iSCSI IP ports, and the date and time. HP P6000 Command View management of a P6000 with the iSCSI or iSCSI/FCoE modules is supported in-band through Fibre Channel, 1 Gbe or 10 Gbe iSCSI, Fibre Channel over Ethernet, or through an Ethernet network using array-based management.
  • Page 35 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Figure 20 P6000 iSCSI module management ports and P6000 fabrics 1. Fibre Channel fabric A 4. iSCSI fabric B 2. Fibre Channel fabric B 5. RS232 management ports 3. iSCSI fabric A 6. Telnet management ports Figure 21 iSCSI/FCoE module management ports and P6000 fabrics 1.
  • Page 36 | mgmt | ntp | perf presented_initiators | presented_targets | properties | snmp stats | system | targets | vpgroups ] show chap show fc [ <PORT_NUM> ] show features Managing the iSCSI or iSCSI/FCoE module using HP P6000 Command View...
  • Page 37: Fibre Channel Zoning

    Once you have established initial connectivity with the iSCSI or iSCSI/FCoE module management ports, HP recommends that you verify the iSCSI or iSCSI/FCoE modules are in a defined state (before using HP P6000 Command View and beginning a new configuration). To do this, use the iSCSI and iSCSI/FCoE CLI to reset default factory settings or mappings.
  • Page 38: Hp P6000 Command View Discovery

    The iSCSI and iSCSI/FCoE module FC ports are logged in to the array when the controllers are powered on and in an active state. Now you can use HP P6000 Command View to perform device discovery of the array and modules. In the Navigation pane, select Hardware > iSCSI Devices. The iSCSI Devices Folder Properties window opens.
  • Page 39 35)) and as iSCSI MPX hosts in the Hosts folder (Figure 26 (page 40)). The Fibre Channel ports associated with each iSCSI host come from the IEEE format 5 HP-registered MAC addresses and represent the WWNs of the FC ports of the iSCSI HP P6000 Command View discovery...
  • Page 40 (page 41)). The Fibre Channel ports associated with each iSCSI/FCoE host come from the IEEE format 2 HP-registered MAC addresses and represent N-port ID virtualization (NPIV) functionality called Virtual Port Groups (VPG). The iSCSI module does not support VPGs. Figure 26 iSCSI Host 01 properties...
  • Page 41 41). An FCoE host is defined with one WWN, and in support of multipathing LUN presentations, presents a LUN to multiple FCoE hosts, which are under common multipathing management. HP P6000 Command View supports instantiating FC, iSCSI, and FCoE host types (as shown in Figure 32 (page 41)).
  • Page 42 FCoE LUN mapping. Figure 33 iSCSI/FCoE two level LUN mapping presentation Figure 34 (page 42) shows the two levels of iSCSI LUN mapping. Figure 34 iSCSI two level LUN mapping presentation Managing the iSCSI or iSCSI/FCoE module using HP P6000 Command View...
  • Page 43: Configuring The Iscsi Ip Ports

    Select the iSCSI controller in the Navigation pane. Select Set Options, and then select Set time options from the iSCSI Controller Options menu. HP P6000 Command View provides three options for setting the time as shown in Figure 37 (page 44).
  • Page 44: Upgrading The Iscsi Or Iscsi/Fcoe Module Firmware

    Updating the iSCSI or iSCSI/FCoE module firmware is separate from upgrading the XCS controller software, but the process is the same (using the Code Load function in HP P6000 Command View). NOTE: HP recommends that you update one module at a time to avoid a service interruption.
  • Page 45: Restarting The Iscsi Or Iscsi/Fcoe Module

    Command View to restart the modules. Shutting down the iSCSI or iSCSI/FCoE modules through HP P6000 Command View is not supported. You must use the CLI to shut down the modules and then power cycle the array to power on the modules after the shutdown.
  • Page 46: Locating The Iscsi Or Iscsi/Fcoe Modules

    To locate the iSCSI or iSCSI/FCoE module (and make the blue UID LED flash): Select the iSCSI Controller in the Navigation pane. Select Locate on the iSCSI Controller Properties window (Figure 42 (page 47)). Managing the iSCSI or iSCSI/FCoE module using HP P6000 Command View...
  • Page 47 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Figure 42 Locate button in iSCSI Controller Properties Select Locate ON on the Locate Hardware Device window (Figure 43 (page 47)). Figure 43 Locate hardware device NOTE: The flashing blue Locate LED turns off after 15 minutes. Locating the iSCSI or iSCSI/FCoE modules...
  • Page 48: Connecting To The Management Module

    Change the host port default operating mode from the HP P6000 web-based operator control panel (WOCP) for a direct connect configuration. Access the HP P6000 WOCP to view array state and status information and edit basic configuration settings. See the HP P6000 WOCP user guide for more information.
  • Page 49: Connecting Through A Private Network

    Browse to https://192.168.0.1:2373/ or https://[fd50:f2eb:a8a::7]:2373/ and log in as an HP EVA administrator. HP recommends that you either change or delete the default IPv4 and IPv6 addresses to avoid duplicate address detection issues on your network. The default user name is admin. No password is required during the initial setup. The HP P6000 WOCP GUI appears.
  • Page 50: Accessing Hp P6000 Command View On The Management Module

    If you choose to connect the storage system directly to a server, you must change the host port operating mode to direct mode. If you do not change this mode, the storage system will be unable to communicate with your server. Use the HP P6000 WOCP to change the default operating mode.
  • Page 51: Accessing The Hp P6000 Wocp Through Hp P6000 Command View

    Repeat steps through 6for other ports where direct connect is desired. Close the HP P6000 WOCP and remove the Ethernet cable from the server, however, you may want to retain access to the ABM to initialize the storage cell, for example.
  • Page 52: Configuring Servers Using Hp P6000 Smartstart

    Configuring application servers using HP P6000 SmartStart You can use HP P6000 SmartStart to configure Windows or Linux applications servers (hosts). Insert the HP P6000 SmartStart CD in the drive of an application server. This may be the same server as your management server.
  • Page 53 HP, which will initiate a fast and accurate resolution, based on your product’s service level. Notifications may be sent to your authorized HP Channel Partner for on-site service, if configured and available in your country. The software is available in two variants: HP Insight Remote Support Standard: This software supports server and storage devices and is optimized for environments with 1–50 servers.
  • Page 54: Support And Other Resources

    Operating system type and revision level Detailed questions Subscription service HP recommends that you register your product at the Subscriber's Choice for Business website: http://www.hp.com/go/wwalerts After registering, you will receive e-mail notification of product enhancements, new driver versions, firmware updates, and other product resources.
  • Page 55: Typographic Conventions

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com HP Software Downloads: http://www.hp.com/support/downloads HP Software Depot: http://www.software.hp.com HP Single Point of Connectivity Knowledge (SPOCK): http://www.hp.com/storage/spock HP StorageWorks SAN manuals: http://www.hp.com/go/sdgmanuals Typographic conventions Table 4 Document conventions Convention Uses Blue text: Table 4 (page 55)
  • Page 56: Customer Self Repair

    HP customer self repair (CSR) programs allow you to repair your StorageWorks product. If a CSR part needs replacing, HP ships the part directly to you so that you can install it at your convenience. Some parts do not qualify for CSR. Your HP-authorized service provider will determine whether a repair can be accomplished by CSR.
  • Page 57 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com NOTE: For products ordered as bundled products that contain multiple products, the product number and serial number needed for service and support is shown in the circled area in Figure 47 (page 57), callout 3. Figure 47 Location of WWN and serial number for bundled products Location of WWN and serial number...
  • Page 58: A Cabling The P6300/P6500 Eva

    Configure the controllers above the disk enclosures to maximize racking space. Configure the controllers between the disk enclosures to ensure future ease of expansion. For information about adding disk enclosures to an existing configuration, see the HP P6300/P6500 EVA M6612/M6625 Disk Enclosure Installation Instructions. For information about expanding to another rack, see the HP P6300/P6500 Enterprise Virtual Array Expansion Rack Reference Guide.
  • Page 59 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Connect the controller enclosure to I/O module A (green ports) on the top and bottom disk enclosures. This cabling represents one of the redundant paths for fault tolerance. Port P1 on I/O module A of the top disk enclosure and port P2 on I/O module A of the bottom disk enclosure represent the beginning and end of the path.
  • Page 60 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Connect the controller enclosure to I/O module B (red ports) on the top and bottom disk enclosures. This cabling represents the second redundant path (P1 on I/O module B of the top disk enclosure and P2 on I/O module B of the bottom disk enclosure). Figure 49 Cabling the second redundant path Cabling the P6300/P6500 EVA...
  • Page 61 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com 4. Connect the disk enclosures together to complete the connectivity. Figure 50 Cabling the disk enclosures Connecting P6300 EVA controllers to the disk enclosures (2C6D)
  • Page 62 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Figure 51 (page 62) shows the complete cabling for the P6300 EVA 2C6D configuration. Figure 51 Complete cabling for the P6300 EVA 2C6D Cabling the P6300/P6500 EVA...
  • Page 63: Connecting P6500 Eva Controllers To The Disk Enclosures (2C6D)

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Connecting P6500 EVA controllers to the disk enclosures (2C6D) Y-cables (see Figure 52 (page 63)) are used to connect the P6500 and enable each controller port to act as two ports. The Y-cables provide connectivity to each SAS domain (indicated as DP- 1 and DP-2 on the cables in the diagrams).
  • Page 64 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Figure 53 Connecting the redundant paths in each SAS domain Cabling the P6300/P6500 EVA...
  • Page 65 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Connect the disk enclosures in each group of disk enclosures together to complete the connectivity. Figure 54 Cabling the disk enclosures together Connecting P6500 EVA controllers to the disk enclosures (2C6D)
  • Page 66 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Figure 55 (page 66) shows the complete cabling for the P6500 EVA 2C6D configuration. Figure 55 Complete cabling for the P6500 EVA 2C6D Cabling the P6300/P6500 EVA...
  • Page 67: Connecting The P6300/P6500 Eva To Servers And Switches

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Connecting the P6300/P6500 EVA to servers and switches Fibre Channel You can connect the front end of the P6300/P6500 EVA FC controllers either to external Fibre Channel switches or directly to servers. The standard host port connectivity rule is to connect even controller ports to one fabric and odd controller ports to the other fabric.
  • Page 68 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Figure 57 Cabling the controller to front end components—Fibre Channel to switch detail view with array-based management 1. File server 2. Database server 3. Fiber channel switch 4. LED status indicators for cabling connections to disk enclosures. See Figure 51 (page 62) Figure 55 (page 66) for cabling connections.
  • Page 69 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Figure 58 Cabling the controller to front end components—Direct Fibre Channel to servers with server-based management 1. Management server 2. Database server 3. LED status indicators for cabling connections to disk enclosures. See Figure 51 (page 62) Figure 55 (page 66) for cabling connections.
  • Page 70: Iscsi And Iscsi/Fcoe

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Figure 59 Cabling the controller to front end component—direct Fibre Channel to servers with array-based management 1. File server 2. Database server 3. Indicates cabling connections to disk enclosures. See Figure 51 (page 62) Figure 55 (page 66) for cabling connections.
  • Page 71 Figure 60 P6300 iSCSI and FC connections 1. Isolated servers 4. SAN switches 2. Datacenter servers with FC and Ethernet 5. Management server running HP P6000 Command View adapters 3. Ethernet switches 6. Cabling connections to disk enclosures Connecting the P6300/P6500 EVA to servers and switches...
  • Page 72 Figure 61 P6500 FCoE and FC connections 1. Isolated servers with converged network 4. Ethernet switches adapters 2. Datacenter servers with converged 5. Management server running HP P6000 Command View network adapters 3. Converged network switches 6. Cabling connections to disk enclosures Cabling the P6300/P6500 EVA...
  • Page 73 Figure 62 P6500 iSCSI, FCoE, and FC connections 1. Isolated servers 4. Converged network switches 2. Datacenter servers with converged 5. Management server running HP P6000 Command View with a network adapters converged network adapter 3. Ethernet switches 6. Cabling connections to disk enclosures...
  • Page 74 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Figure 63 P6500 iSCSI/FCoE connections 1. Blade servers with converged network 3. DCB Ethernet/FCoE switches adapters 2. Pass-through or FIP snooping DCB 4. Ethernet network switches Cabling the P6300/P6500 EVA...

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