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  • Page 1 IBM Storwize V7000 Unified Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system SC27-4223-05...
  • Page 2 The information in the “Safety and environmental notices” on page iii v The information in the IBM Environmental Notices and User Guide (provided on a DVD) This edition applies to IBM Storwize V7000 Unified and to all subsequent releases and modifications until otherwise indicated in new editions.

  • Page 3: Safety And Environmental Notices

    In the preceding examples, the numbers (C001) and (D002) are the identification numbers. 2. Locate the IBM Systems Safety Notices with the user publications that were provided with the Storwize V7000 Unified hardware. 3. Find the matching identification number in the IBM Systems Safety Notices. Then review the topics concerning the safety notices to ensure that you are in compliance.
  • Page 4 Use the reference numbers in parentheses at the end of each notice, such as (C003) for example, to find the matching translated notice in IBM Systems Safety Notices. IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 5 CAUTION: The battery contains lithium. To avoid possible explosion, do not burn or charge the battery. Do not: Throw or immerse into water, heat to more than 100°C (212°F), repair or disassemble. (C003) CAUTION: Electrical current from power, telephone, and communication cables can be hazardous.
  • Page 6 It is intended that equipment installed within this rack will have its own enclosure. (R005). CAUTION: Tighten the stabilizer brackets until they are flush against the rack. (R006) CAUTION: Use safe practices when lifting. (R007) IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 7 (R009) Danger notices for Storwize V7000 Unified Ensure that you are familiar with the danger notices for Storwize V7000 Unified. Use the reference numbers in parentheses at the end of each notice, such as (C003) for example, to find the matching translated notice in IBM Systems Safety Notices.
  • Page 8 Use care when handling equipment to avoid cuts, scrapes and pinching. (D005) DANGER Heavy equipment–personal injury or equipment damage might result if mishandled. (D006) DANGER viii IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 9 Observe the following precautions when working on or around your IT rack system: v Heavy equipment–personal injury or equipment damage might result if mishandled. v Always lower the leveling pads on the rack cabinet. v Always install stabilizer brackets on the rack cabinet. v To avoid hazardous conditions due to uneven mechanical loading, always install the heaviest devices in the bottom of the rack cabinet.

  • Page 10: Special Caution And Safety Notices

    Do not wear loose clothing that can be trapped in the moving parts of a device. Ensure that your sleeves are fastened or rolled up above your elbows. If your hair is long, fasten it. IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...

  • Page 11: Handling Static-Sensitive Devices

    v Insert the ends of your necktie or scarf inside clothing or fasten it with a nonconducting clip, approximately 8 cm (3 in.) from the end. v Do not wear jewelry, chains, metal-frame eyeglasses, or metal fasteners for your clothing. Remember: Metal objects are good electrical conductors.

  • Page 12: Environmental Notices

    To view a PDF file, you need Adobe Reader. You can download it at no charge from the Adobe web site (get.adobe.com/reader/). IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...

  • Page 13: About This Guide

    Storwize V7000 Unified. Storwize V7000 Unified Knowledge Center The IBM Information Center contains all of the information that is required to install, configure, and manage the system. The information center is updated between product releases to provide the most current documentation. The information center is available at the following website: publib.boulder.ibm.com/infocenter/storwize/unified_ic/index.jsp...
  • Page 14 IBM Storwize V7000 Unified Safety Notices document. IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...

  • Page 15: Ibm Documentation And Related Websites

    Storwize V7000 Unified storage environment. IBM documentation and related websites Table 3 on page xvi lists websites that provide publications and other information about the Storwize V7000 Unified or related products or technologies. The IBM About this guide...

  • Page 16: Related Accessibility Information

    Type of information Website Storwize V7000 Unified support www.ibm.com/storage/support/storwize/ v7000/unified Technical support for IBM storage www.ibm.com/storage/support/ products IBM Electronic Support registration www.ibm.com/electronicsupport IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...

  • Page 17: Sending Your Comments

    Before calling for support, be sure to have your IBM Customer Number available. If you are in the US or Canada, you can call 1 (800) IBM SERV for help and service. From other parts of the world, see http://www.ibm.com/planetwide for the number that you can call.

  • Page 18: Getting Help Online

    To access these pages, go to www.ibm.com/storage/ xviii IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...

  • Page 19: What's New

    At times, you might need expert advice about using a function provided by the system or about how to configure the system. Purchasing the IBM Support Line offering gives you access to this professional advice while deploying your system, and in the future.
  • Page 20 IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...

  • Page 21: Chapter 1. Adding File Modules To An Existing Storwize V7000 System

    Chapter 1. Adding file modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system You can safely add IBM Storwize V7000 file modules to a working Storwize V7000 system to create a Storwize V7000 Unified system. A Storwize V7000 Unified system provides Network Attached Storage (NAS), like a file server, and it provides volumes as it did before by using Fibre Channel (SCSI) and iSCSI block storage protocols.
  • Page 22 IO with Fibre Channel hosts, external Fibre Channel storage systems, or other Storwize V7000 or SAN Volume Controller nodes. IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...

  • Page 23: Chapter 2. Planning For Adding File Modules

    File modules are loaded with IBM Storwize V7000 Unified software at IBM Manufacturing. v File modules with any level of IBM Storwize V7000 Unified software can be added to an IBM Storwize V7000 at any level of software after 6.3.0.0. However, file modules have only been tested with the IBM Storwize V7000 software levels that are included in the Storwize V7000 Unified software update package.
  • Page 24 The Storwize V7000 Unified system utilizes the other services it needs via the management IP address. For example, the authentication server, Network Time Protocol (NTP) server and email server. IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...

  • Page 25: Event Notifications

    NAS system. Important: The links to more information from installation error messages or from the Storwize V7000 Unified critical events shown in the management GUI work only if the web browser has internet access.

  • Page 26: About This Task

    Note: Consult your records and follow the physical cables to find out if the Fibre Channel port is not connected, connected to a switch, or connected to a file module. IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...

  • Page 27: What To Do Next

    Planning Fibre Channel network changes You must understand the reconfiguration process that is necessary when planning Fibre Channel network changes. About this task Prior to implementation, it is important to understand and plan for the Fibre Channel network changes. For each host: v If Fibre Channel ports 1 and 2 on the node canisters of the control enclosure are not currently connected to the Fibre Channel fabric, there is no need for Fibre Channel fabric changes.

  • Page 28: Planning For Hardware

    2. Use the cable connection tables to plan and record the storage enclosures and file modules connections. 3. Use the configuration planning tables to record the data required before the initial setup and initial configuration. IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 29 Refer to the Installing topic for the recommended layout of a Storwize V7000 Unified System. As you design your Storwize V7000 Unified rack, use Table 6 to record the physical configuration of the 2U Storwize V7000 Unified enclosures, the 2U file modules, and other devices in your system such as Ethernet switches.
  • Page 30 Each of the two file modules is 2 EIA units; each file module has either eight 1 Gbps Ethernet ports or four 10 Gbps Ethernet ports IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 31 Table 7. Storwize V7000 Unified hardware location requirements (continued) Machine type Number of EIA Device and model units required Notes File module 2073-720 Each of the two file modules is 2 EIA units; each file module has eight 1 Gbps Ethernet ports, two 10 Gbps...
  • Page 32 8 Gbps 8 Gbps switch File module 1 File module 2 Node or host: canister 2 port: 2 (lower) speed: 8 Gbps 8 Gbps IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 33 Table 12. Storwize V7000 Gen2 node canister Fibre Channel port connections Fibre Fibre Fibre Fibre Fibre Fibre Fibre Fibre Node Channel Channel Channel Channel Channel Channel Channel Channel canister port 1 port 2 port 3 port 4 port 5 port 6 port 7 port 8 switch...
  • Page 34 Fibre Channel port 3 Fibre Channel port 4 switch Node or host: canister 1 port: (upper) speed: switch Node or host: canister 2 port: (lower) speed: IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...

  • Page 35: Planning For Configuration

    Table 17. Storwize V7000 Gen2 node canister Fibre Channel port connections to an additional control enclosure Fibre Fibre Fibre Fibre Fibre Fibre Fibre Fibre Node Channel Channel Channel Channel Channel Channel Channel Channel canister port 1 port 2 port 3 port 4 port 5 port 6...
  • Page 36 IPv6 address for the default local gateway for the volume storage system IPv6 prefix The system prefix, which identifies the IPv6 network on which the volume storage system is operating IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 37 You can configure up to two Ethernet ports for each file module if you have a 1 Gpbs Ethernet connection, and up to two Ethernet ports for each file module if you have a 10 Gpbs Ethernet connection. Table 20. File Module Ethernet connections Port File module 1 (upper) File module 2 (lower)
  • Page 38 Use Table 22 to configure the system for event notification. Table 22. Event notification settings Configuration item Value E-mail server addresses SNMP server addresses SNMP community strings Syslog servers IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 39 Controlling access to the root user password: Your Storwize V7000 Unified runs on a Linux operating system, which has a super user ID named root. The use of this ID and its password must be tightly controlled. About this task IBM requires the password for the root user during service procedures.
  • Page 40 Active Directory user and what happens to users that are unknown to one of the directories. The administrator maintains the NFS UIDs. IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 41 NFS and CIFS. To translate CIFS user IDs into NFS UIDs, Storwize V7000 Unified queries the Active Directory Server to retrieve the NFS UID that is stored inside the Service for UNIX (SFU) extensions on the server.
  • Page 42 2 Power supply units Figure 4. Rear view of a Storwize V7000 Gen1 control enclosure 1 Power supply unit 1 (left) 2 Power supply unit 2 (right) IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 43 Figure 5. Rear view of a Storwize V7000 Gen1 expansion enclosure Power supply unit 1 (left) and power supply unit 2 (right), and LED detail as shown. Figure 6 shows the rear view of a file module with the power supplies ( 1 and 2 ) on the right.

  • Page 44: About This Task

    I/O group 0. Even in a system with four control enclosures, there is only one pair of Storwize V7000 Unified file modules. Enclosures IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 45 RAID MDisk features You can use the Storwize V7000 Unified management GUI or the command-line interface (CLI) to create a RAID MDisk from the local drives. RAID (other than RAID 0) offers redundancy and the ability to recover from the physical failure of a drive.

  • Page 46: Application Programming Interfaces

    Storwize V7000 Gen2 requirements, search for the words power cooling at the following website: www.ibm.com/storage/support/storwize/v7000/unified Safety notices Use the following general safety information for all rack-mounted devices: IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 47 DANGER Observe the following precautions when working on or around your IT rack system: v Heavy equipment–personal injury or equipment damage might result if mishandled. v Always lower the leveling pads on the rack cabinet. v Always install stabilizer brackets on the rack cabinet. v To avoid hazardous conditions due to uneven mechanical loading, always install the heaviest devices in the bottom of the rack cabinet.
  • Page 48 The power used by the system depends on a variety of factors, including the number of enclosures and drives in the system and the ambient temperature. IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 49 Table 25. Power specifications per power supply Input power Maximum input Maximum Caloric value Model and type requirements current power output (BTU/hr) 2076-112 Control 100V to 240V Enclosure with 12 single phase ac 10A for 100V 3.5-inch drive slots 764 W (2) 764 W 2607 2076-124 Control...

  • Page 50: Environmental Requirements

    (34°F to 140°F) noncondensing (-1000 to 40000 ft) 29°C (84°F) 5% to 100% -40°C to 60°C Shipping condensing, but not (-40°F to 140°F) precipitating IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...

  • Page 51: Dimensions And Weight

    Cooling air flow Back Minimum: 100 mm (4 in.) Cable exit Supported drives for Storwize V7000 Gen1 enclosures Table 30 provides drive specifications for your Storwize V7000 Unified system. Table 30. Drive specifications Model and type 3.5-inch drives 2.5-inch drives 2076-112 Control Enclosure with 12 2 TB 3.5"...
  • Page 52 Table 32 on page 33 and Table 33 on page 33 provide the shock and vibration testing results for your Storwize V7000 Unified system. IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 53 Ethernet address allocation, and for the configuration of the Ethernet router, gateway and firewall. Figure 7 on page 34 shows how a Storwize V7000 Unified system can be configured. Chapter 2. Planning for adding file modules...
  • Page 54 IP Partnership management IP communication Outbound 3260 optional IP Partnership data path connections Inbound 3265 optional IP Partnership data path connections Outbound 3265 optional IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 55 IP address of the device. To locate a device, the device must have a fixed IP address. The nodes in a Storwize V7000 Unified system can receive native IPv4 or IPv6 packets. The nodes cannot operate as an endpoint of a tunnel where an IPv4 packet contains an IPv6 payload or where an IPv6 packet contains an IPv4 payload.
  • Page 56 For remote-copy partnerships, a license is also required on any remote systems that are in the partnership. IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 57 Real-time Compression ™ The Real-time Compression function is a separately orderable license that is set on a per enclosure basis. One license is required for each control or expansion enclosure and each enclosure in any external storage systems that use virtualization. With the compression function data is compressed as it is written to disk, saving extra capacity for the system.

  • Page 58: Before You Begin

    See the Management Information Base (MIB) file for SNMP web page for information about downloading the MIB file for the Storwize V7000 Unified block storage system. IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 59 See the Information Center for links to the files that you can download. Documents A list of document links that you would need to have access to before adding file modules: http://publib.boulder.ibm.com/infocenter/storwize/unified_ic/index.jsp Chapter 2. Planning for adding file modules...
  • Page 60 IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...

  • Page 61: Chapter 3. Before You Begin Adding File Modules

    Do not use these instructions if you have purchased a complete Storwize V7000 Unified system unless directed to do so by IBM Remote Technical Support. If you have a problem with the initial setup or the initial configuration then refer to the Troubleshooting section of the Information Center.

  • Page 62: Reviewing Your Packing Slip

    __ – Two sets of two rails (right and left assembly) __ – Large cable tie __ – Cable ties __ – Two sets of four M6 screws per rail (two rails) IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...

  • Page 63: Identifying The Hardware Components

    __ v IBM Storwize V7000 Unified Problem Determination Guide __ v IBM Storwize V7000 Unified Publications DVD __ v IBM Storwize V7000 Unified Software Recovery DVD. One DVD is shipped per file module __ v USB flash drive for initialization of Storwize V7000 Unified...

  • Page 64: Control Enclosure Components

    The upper canister, as shown in Figure 10, is labelled 3 , and the lower canister is labelled 4 . Canister 3 is top side up, and canister 4 is inverted, or top side down. IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 65 Figure 11 shows the rear view of a model 2076-112 or a model 2076-124 control enclosure and identifies the location of the ports. Figure 11. This figure shows the data ports in the rear of the control enclosure. 1 Fibre Channel ports. Each canister has four Fibre Channel ports. They are in a block of four in two rows of two connectors.
  • Page 66 Figure 14. Data ports in the rear of the Storwize V7000 Gen2 control enclosure (2076-524) 1 USB ports. Each canister has two USB ports. 2 Ethernet ports. Each canister has four 10 Gbps Ethernet ports. IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...

  • Page 67: Expansion Enclosure Components

    3 Serial-attached SCSI (SAS) ports. Each canister has two SAS ports for connecting to optional expansion enclosures. Expansion enclosure components Figure 15 shows the rear view of an expansion enclosure and identifies the location of the power supply units and the canisters. The ports and their use are described later in this section.
  • Page 68 2 Power supply units Figure 18 on page 49 shows the rear view of a Storwize V7000 Gen2 expansion canister and identifies the SAS port locations. IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 69 Each enclosure takes up the full 2U height in the rack. See the Storwize V7000 Unified Problem Determination Guide PDF on the CD for the full descriptions of the hardware components. Storwize V7000 Unified Storwize V7000 Unified Figure 19. Front view of 2073-720 file module...

  • Page 70: Miscellaneous Hardware

    Verifying environmental requirements Certain requirements for the physical site must be met to ensure that your system works reliably. IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 71 1. From the Search support input field, type browser. You are shown a search result for “IBM Storwize V7000 Supported Hardware List, Device Driver, Firmware and Recommended Software Levels.” Click the search entry. 2. Scroll down to the Other Hardware and Software section.

  • Page 72: Gather Information

    You also need to have some information ready before you start the initial configuration of your system using the management GUI. Refer to “Information required before starting initial configuration of your system” on page 55. IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...

  • Page 73: About This Task

    Information required before initializing your system This document helps you prepare to initialize your system. About this task The following information is required before initializing your system. Fill in all the information needed in the Value column before proceeding with this installation. 99.99.99.200 99.99.99.1 123.123.123.102...
  • Page 74 Ethernet connections to the management nodes or interface nodes. The available IP address ranges are: 1. 172.31.8.* 2. 192.168.8.* 3. 10.254.8.* IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 75 Value column before proceeding with this installation. (continued) Field Value Notes Storwize V7000 Unified Your designated management management IP address IP for the Storwize V7000 Unified system. This gives access to the active...
  • Page 76 IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 77 Field Value Notes System name The name of the Storwize V7000 Unified system. It is best if this is also the IP name for the management IP address (For example: myfilesystem1) NetBIOS name Name used for NetBIOS access to the system.
  • Page 78 ID and password, Home) record the password here. If no proxy server is used, or no user ID and password are used, leave this field blank. IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 79 IP addresses. Note that call home from one of the storage enclosures is done using email. Table 39. Required information Host Name IP Address Port Description eccgw01.boulder.ibm.com 207.25.252.197 ECC transaction gateway eccgw02.rochester.ibm.com 129.42.160.51 ECC transaction gateway ftp.ecurep.ibm.com 192.109.81.7...
  • Page 80 The factors that influence the decision are the types of client hosts, the existing authentication infrastructure (if any), and if asynchronous file system replication is to be utilized. IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 81 While external user ID mapping is preferred, internal mapping can be done using a table local to the Storwize V7000 Unified system to map Windows user and group objects to arbitrary Unix UIDs and GIDs. That table is not accessible externally, even to another Storwize V7000 Unified system for asynchronous file system replication.
  • Page 82 Active Directory server. Active Directory This is the password that must be provided Password when communicating with the remote Active Directory server. IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 83 Table 42. Active Directory configuration information (continued) Field Value Note SFU DOMAIN NAME If you checked Services For Unix (SFU) in the Options field of Table 41 on page 62, then you must complete this field. If you did not check SFU, leave this field blank.
  • Page 84 Table 41 on page 62, then you must complete this field. If you did not check Kerberos, leave this field blank. This field is the file name for the Kerberos KeyTab file. IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 85 Table 44. NIS configuration information Field Value Note NIS MODE [ ] Basic - NIS is used (to provide NFS NIS is typically used for one of the following NetGroup support) in an environment purposes: without Active Directory, LDAP, or v NIS can be used to provide NFS Netgroup Samba Primary Domain Controller support in an environment without Active...
  • Page 86 PDC domains, separate the rules with a semicolon. Example: ad_domain1:DENY_ACCESS; ad_domain2:AUTO; ad_domain3:DEFAULT:ad_domain3\guest NIS DOMAIN This field must be used to specify the NIS Domain that is stored in the registry. IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 87 From the Search support input field, type browser. You are shown a search result for IBM Storwize V7000 Supported Hardware List, Device Driver, Firmware and Recommended Software Levels. Click the search entry. b. Scroll down to the Other Hardware and Software section.
  • Page 88 IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...

  • Page 89: Chapter 4. Preparing For Installation

    Select the red X to delete each email server and support user. v Select the Save button. 3. Navigate to Settings > Event Notifications > SNMP in the V7000 management v Note the SNMP Servers. v Select the red X to delete each server. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2012, 2014...
  • Page 90 Note: You will not be able to change the internal IP address range later if there are problems without first returning the file modules to an out-of-box state, thus, losing your initial IP address range. IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...

  • Page 91: Chapter 5. Performing The Hardware Installation

    Make sure that you follow the rack layout plan that you created in the planning process. Skip to “Installing the support rails for file module slides” on page 81 if you do not intend to change the location of the storage enclosures in the existing Storwize V7000 system. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2012, 2014...
  • Page 92 – Minimum depth of 157 mm (6.18 inch) between the rear mounting flange and inside of the rear door. Figure 26. Securing an enclosure to a rack cabinet IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 93 v Minimum depth of 718 mm (28.27 inch) and maximum depth of 762 mm (30 inch) between the front and rear mounting flanges to support the use of the cable management arm. Removing the enclosures About this task CAUTION: The weight of this part or unit is between 18 and 32 kg (39.7 and 70.5 lb). It takes two persons to safely lift this part or unit.
  • Page 94 4. Repeat this procedure for each additional enclosure that you remove. Removing and reinstalling the enclosure rails These instructions guide you through repositioning existing enclosure rails. About this task Removing the enclosure and rails IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 95 After you have removed the enclosure that you want to relocate, remove the rails. This guide covers removing and then installing the rails at a preferred rack location. 1. Figure 29 shows two rack units with the back mounting holes identified at the rear of the rack.
  • Page 96 Figure 31 on page 77 shows two rack units with the front mounting holes identified. IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 97 2 Units Figure 31. Hole locations in the front of the rack 1 Bottom rail location pin hole 2 Enclosure mounting screw hole. Do not insert the screw until the enclosure is installed. 3 Rack mounting screw hole 4 Top rail location pin hole 3.

  • Page 98: Installing The Enclosures

    The weight of this part or unit is between 18 and 32 kg (39.7 and 70.5 lb). It takes two persons to safely lift this part or unit. (C009) IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 99 DANGER Observe the following precautions when working on or around your IT rack system: v Heavy equipment–personal injury or equipment damage might result if mishandled. v Always lower the leveling pads on the rack cabinet. v Always install stabilizer brackets on the rack cabinet. v To avoid hazardous conditions due to uneven mechanical loading, always install the heaviest devices in the bottom of the rack cabinet.
  • Page 100 4. Insert a screw into the hole behind each enclosure end cap and tighten the screw. IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 101 Figure 34. Securing an enclosure to a rack cabinet 5. After matching each end cap's serial number to the serial number found on the rear of each enclosure, push the end caps back into position. 6. Repeat this procedure for each additional enclosure that you install. Reconnect the SAS cables to the expansion enclosures About this task In the event that you repositioned the control enclosure and any expansion...
  • Page 102 Figure 35. Cable management arm box contents 1 Cable-management support bar 2 Cable-management arm assembly 3 Cable-management stop bracket Figure 36 on page 83 shows the friction rail box contents. IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 103 Friction rail (left) Friction rail (right) M6 screws Front of rails Figure 36. Friction rail box contents Procedure To install the support rails, complete the following steps. 1. If the slide rails in your rack installation kit came with shipping thumbscrews, remove them.
  • Page 104 Figure 39. Installing the rear end of the slide rails 5. Push the blue button to allow the latch to slide forward, as shown in Figure 40 on page 85. IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 105 Figure 40. Install the rear end of the slide rails 6. Pull the slide rail forward and locate the front latch in the appropriate unit space in front of the rack EIA rail. Adjust the length of the rail. 7. Press the blue button to release the bracket. Push the front latch in all the way. Make sure the latch is fully engaged.
  • Page 106 Figure 43. Slide the file module into the rack. 3. Insert both ends of the cable management support arm to the slide rail. IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 107 Figure 44. Install the cable management support arm. It can be installed on either side (left or right). The graphic shows the rear of the rack. Note: Make sure the arm with junctions is facing the file module. Place the cable management arm on the support arm. Pull out both cable management arm pins and then slide the cable management arm tabs into the slots on both inside and outside of the slide rail.
  • Page 108 7. Insert the M6 screws to the rear of the slides. Use a cable tie to secure the free end of the cable management arm to the rack, if needed. IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 109 About this task This task assumes that your initial planning has determined where the Ethernet cables are to be located. The Storwize V7000 Unified control enclosure requires at least one and a maximum of two 1 Gbps Ethernet connections to each node canister.
  • Page 110 Port 2 must be connected if you are adding a second expansion enclosure. Figure 51. Storwize V7000 Gen2 control enclosure Ethernet network connections IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 111 Figure 52. 10 Gbps Ethernet ports on the rear of the Storwize V7000 enclosure 1 10 Gbps Ethernet port 3 which is the left port. 2 10 Gbps Ethernet port 4 which is the right port. Table 45. Ethernet connections available with the control enclosure IP address is assigned by Item...
  • Page 112 6 (Figure 53) Ethernet port 6 10 GbE external Optional iSCSI network connection 7 (Figure 53) Ethernet port 7 10 GbE external Optional iSCSI network connection IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 113 Figure 54. File module Ethernet connections. Table 47. Ethernet connections available with the file modules IP address is assigned Item Port by InitTool Ethernet port 7 Connect to a switch for public file access Ethernet port 8 Connect to a switch for public file access Ethernet port 9 Connect to a switch for...
  • Page 114 The ports are on the PCI card located in slot 4. Connect your network cables to the Ethernet ports in these slots as applicable. Refer to Figure 54 on page 93. IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 115 Network connections: Connect Ethernet ports 3 and 4 to the network. Then connect the 10 Gbps Ethernet ports to the 10 Gbps Ethernet network. Attaching the direct Fibre Channel cables Attach the direct Fibre Channel cables from the Fibre Channel ports on the file modules to the Fibre Channel ports 1 and 2 of the control enclosure.
  • Page 116 V7000 control enclosures, storage controllers, the Storwize V7000 Unified or block hosts, then connect the Fibre cables from your Fibre Channel switch to the IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 117 8 Node canister 2 (right) - Fibre Channel port 2 Note: If you want this control enclosure to communicate with other Storwize V7000 control enclosures, storage controllers, Storwize V7000 Unified or block hosts, then connect the Fibre cables from your Fibre Channel switch to the...
  • Page 118 1. Straighten the cable tie on the cable retention bracket. The cable retention bracket is attached to the power supply unit. 2. Open the cable retention bracket. IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 119 Figure 57. Unlocking the cable retention bracket 3. Slide the cable retention bracket away from the power supply unit until there is enough room to attach the cable retention bracket to the cable. When sliding the bracket away from the cable plug-in, pull the lever on the bracket that controls the cable tie slightly towards the center of the canister.
  • Page 120 Follow the procedures below for powering on the expansion enclosures and control enclosure, if they are not already on, then follow the procedure to power on the file modules. IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 121 2. Use the information in Table 49 on page 102 to verify the state of the light emitting diodes (LEDs) on the system. Verify that no faults are detected. See the Storwize V7000 Unified Problem Determination Guide book or PDF on the CD, Information Center, or refer to the Troubleshooting section of the Storwize V7000 Unified Information center if problems are encountered.
  • Page 122 LED is off. power supply unit 2, which is the right power supply. Powering on a control enclosure: IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 123 1. Power on the control enclosure, if it is not already powered on and configured. Use the power switch on each of the two power supply units, located in the back of the enclosure. 2. UseTable 50 to verify the state of the LEDs on the system. Verify that no faults are detected.
  • Page 124 If any error lights are displayed, see the Storwize V7000 Unified Problem Determination Guide documentation CD for more information about light path issues. File module power features: IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 125 Attention: Administering > Turning on and turning off the system > Turning off the system, located in the Storwize V7000 Unified Information Center (http:// publib.boulder.ibm.com/infocenter/storwize/unified_ic/index.jsp). The Type will change from Unknown to NAS after initial setup of the file modules is complete.

  • Page 126: Check The System

    WWPN connected to local port 1 is one away from the remote WWPN connected to local port 2, on both node canister in IO group 0. IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...

  • Page 127: Chapter 6. Start Adding The File Modules

    You are instructed to wait for the blue identify indicator on each file module to go out or to start blinking again. This should only take a few minutes but it can take more than one hour if the Storwize V7000 Unified software level is older than 1.3.2.
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  • Page 129: Chapter 7. Problems With Initial Setup

    – Product Group: Storage Systems – Product Family: Disk Systems – Product: IBM Storwize V7000 Unified – Release: All – Platform: All Before loading the USB flash drive verify it has a FAT32 formatted file system.
  • Page 130 Allow 5 minutes at least, remove the USB flash drive, insert it into your laptop. Verify that the InitTool set up information is correct, navigate to the IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...
  • Page 131 SONAS_results.txt file and open it. Check for errors and corrective actions (refer to Storwize V7000 Unified Problem Determination Guide PDF on the CD). If no errors are listed, reboot both file modules, allow file modules to boot completely, reinsert the USB flash drive as originally instructed and try again.
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  • Page 133: Chapter 8. Using The Initial Configuration Wizard

    3. At the System License window, leave the values at 0 if you are not using this feature. For more information about external virtualization go to www.ibm.com/storage/support/storwize/v7000. In the Search support box enter external virtualization. 4. If multiple entries from the Domain Name Service (DNS) are needed, enter one address then hit the + (plus) to add more.
  • Page 134 It is important to make a selection. If you leave the selection as Not Attached you are unable to attach new public addresses to the network IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...

  • Page 135: Chapter 9. Post Configuration Of The Storwize V7000 Unified System

    It is best practice to change the root password for the file modules and store it in a place that only those with a need to know will be able to access it. You or IBM support may need this root password for use in some problem determination and recovery procedures.
  • Page 136 It is best practice to change the root password for the file modules and store it in a place that only those with a need to know will be able to access it. You or IBM support may need this root password for use in some problem determination and recovery procedures.

  • Page 137: Registering For My Notification

    5. Select either Lights On or Lights Out. For Storwize V7000 Unified it is recommend to select Lights Out. Lights On establishes a connection through the local console of the system and thus requires the specific file module to have a keyboard, mouse, and monitor attached for local access and connectivity.
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  • Page 139: Chapter 10. Next Steps

    The Storwize V7000 control enclosure has the ability send an inventory information email to IBM at regular intervals. Refer to Setting up email event notifications and inventory reports using the CLI for how to set up inventory reporting.
  • Page 140 The 2 in the command can range from 0 (midnight) to 23 (11 p.m.). 3. Press Enter. 4. Exit the ssh session. IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...

  • Page 141: Accessibility Features

    Accessibility features These are the major accessibility features for the Storwize V7000 Unified: v You can use screen-reader software and a digital speech synthesizer to hear what is displayed on the screen. HTML documents have been tested using JAWS version 15.0.
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  • Page 143 Web sites. The materials at those Web sites are not part of the materials for this IBM product and use of those Web sites is at your own risk.
  • Page 144 All of these names are fictitious and any similarity to the names and addresses used by an actual business enterprise is entirely coincidental. COPYRIGHT LICENSE: IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...

  • Page 145: Electronic Emission Notices

    IBM, therefore, cannot guarantee or imply reliability, serviceability, or function of these programs. The sample programs are provided "AS IS", without warranty of any kind. IBM shall not be liable for any damages arising out of your use of the sample programs.

  • Page 146: Industry Canada Compliance Statement

    Tele: +49 (0) 800 225 5423 or +49 (0) 180 331 3233 Email: halloibm@de.ibm.com Germany Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive Deutschsprachiger EU Hinweis: Hinweis für Geräte der Klasse A EU-Richtlinie zur Elektromagnetischen Verträglichkeit IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...

  • Page 147: People's Republic Of China Class A Statement

    Klasse A ein. Um dieses sicherzustellen, sind die Geräte wie in den Handbüchern beschrieben zu installieren und zu betreiben. Des Weiteren dürfen auch nur von der IBM empfohlene Kabel angeschlossen werden. IBM übernimmt keine Verantwortung für die Einhaltung der Schutzanforderungen, wenn das Produkt ohne Zustimmung der IBM verändert bzw.

  • Page 148: Taiwan Class A Compliance Statement

    Association Statement This explains the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA) statement for less than or equal to 20 A per phase. IBM Storwize V7000 Unified: Adding Storwize V7000 File Modules to an existing Storwize V7000 system 2073-720...

  • Page 149: Korean Communications Commission Class A Statement

    This explains the JEITA statement for greater than 20 A per phase. Korean Communications Commission Class A Statement This explains the Korean Communications Commission (KCC) statement. Russia Electromagnetic Interference Class A Statement This statement explains the Russia Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) statement. Notices...
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