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This chapter describes the configuration options and setup and configuration

dependencies and requirements for the StorageWorks NAS Executor E7000.

This guide assumes that the reader has knowledge of basic Microsoft cluster

concepts, Microsoft administrative procedures, and file sharing protocols. It is

recommended that the reader obtain supplemental documentation relative to these

topics prior to setting up the NAS E7000.

The NAS E7000 can be deployed in two different configurations attached to a storage

area network (SAN): as a single NAS device or as a clustered pair.

In the single NAS device configuration, a NAS E7000 is attached to a SAN via a pair

of fibre channel host bus adapters (HBAs) and two SAN switches as illustrated in

Figure 1-1. Each HBA should be connected to a separate switch that has access to the

same controller pairs. This connection method allows redundant paths to the same

storage subsystem. The redundant path can take two forms that are known as multi-

bus and transparent failover. These modes are set at the controller level and on the

NAS E7000.

Compaq StorageWorks NAS Executor E7000 Quick Start Guide

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