Dell PowerVault MD3600f Getting Started page 16

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Installing the MD Storage Software
The MD Storage Manager application configures, manages, and monitors the
storage array.
1 Insert the resource media.
2 Select Install MD36xxf Storage Software.
3 Install the MD Storage Manager software. Select one of the following
installation options:
Full (recommended)—This package installs core software and
providers. It includes the necessary host-based storage agent,
multipath driver, MD Storage Manager, and providers.
Host Only—This package includes the host-based storage agent and
multipath drivers.
Management Station—This package includes the MD Storage
Manager and providers.
Custom—This option allows you to select specific components.
4 Reboot each host server.
5 Start the MD Storage Manager and discover the array(s).
NOTE:
where the MD storage array's management ports are connected, it is
recommended that you enable IPv6 on the management station to discover
the storage array(s).
6 Configure single initiator and multiple target zoning on your switches.
For information about zoning, see the Deployment Guide.
7 Perform the remaining post-installation tasks.
NOTE:
The MD Storage Manager software installer automatically installs
operating system patches/hotfixes.
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If Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol is not used on the network

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