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HP StorageWorks XP10000 - Disk Array Configuration Manual

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This guide provides requirements and procedures for connecting an XP disk array or SVS 200 to a host system,
and for configuring the disk array for use with the Sun Solaris operating system. This document is intended for
system administrators, HP representatives, and authorized service providers who are involved in installing,
configuring, and operating the HP XP storage systems.
Part number: A5951-96302
Thirteeth edition: January 2010

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  • Page 1 HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Sun Solaris HP XP24000 Disk Array HP XP20000 Disk Array HP XP12000 Disk Array HP XP10000 Disk Array HP 200 Storage Virtualization System Abstract This guide provides requirements and procedures for connecting an XP disk array or SVS 200 to a host system, and for configuring the disk array for use with the Sun Solaris operating system.
  • Page 2 Legal and notice information © Copyright 2003, 2010 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Confidential computer software. Valid license from HP required for possession, use or copying. Consistent with FAR 12.211 and 12.212, Commercial Computer Software, Computer Software Documentation, and Technical Data for Commercial Items are licensed to the U.S.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1 Installing and configuring Sun Solaris for the XP disk array ...... 7 Features and requirements ......................7 Fibre Channel interface ....................... 8 Device emulation types ........................ 8 Failover ............................. 9 SNMP configuration ........................9 XP RAID Manager command devices .................... 9 Installation roadmap .........................
  • Page 4 HP websites ..........................30 Documentation feedback ......................30 A Disk array supported emulations ............31 Supported emulations ........................ 31 Emulation specifications ......................31 Glossary .................... 35 Index ....................39...
  • Page 5 Figures SNMP configuration ....................9 Point-to-point fabric topology example ............... 13 Multi-cluster environment ..................20 XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Sun Solaris...
  • Page 6 Tables Host group modes (options) ..................12 Fabric topology settings ................... 13 Max throttle (queue depth) requirements for the devices ..........14 Error conditions ...................... 27 Supported emulations ....................31 Emulation specifications ................... 31...

  • Page 7: Installing And Configuring Sun Solaris For The Xp Disk Array

    1 Installing and configuring Sun Solaris for the XP disk array You and the HP service representative each play a role in installation. The HP service representative is responsible for installing the disk array and formatting the disk devices. You are responsible for configuring the host server for the new devices with assistance from the HP service representative.

  • Page 8: Fibre Channel Interface

    Fibre Channel Adapters (FCAs): Install FCAs and all utilities and drivers. Refer to the adapter doc- umentation for installation details. HP StorageWorks XP Remote Web Console, HP StorageWorks XP Command View Advanced Edition Software or HP StorageWorks XP Command View with LUN management feature for configuring disk array ports and paths.

  • Page 9: Failover

    For detailed information, see “Disk array device emulations” on page 31. Failover The disk arrays support many standard software products that provide host, application, or I/O path failover and management. The Veritas Cluster Server, Sun Cluster, and Fujitsu Siemens Computers PRIMECLUSTER host failover products are supported for the Sun Solaris operating system.

  • Page 10: Installation Roadmap

    Installation roadmap Perform these actions to install and configure the disk array: Installing and configuring the disk array Setting the host mode for the disk array ports Setting the system option modes Configuring the Fibre Channel ports Installing and configuring the host Loading the operating system and software Installing and configuring the FCAs Verifying the FCA configuration...
  • Page 11 CAUTION: The correct host mode must be set for all new installations (newly connected ports) to Solaris hosts. Do not select a mode other than 09 for Solaris. Changing a host mode after the host has been connected is disruptive and requires the server to be rebooted. When a new host group is added, additional host group modes (options) may be configured.

  • Page 12: Setting The System Option Modes

    The following host group modes (options) are available for Solaris: Table 1 Host group modes (options) Host Group Mode Function Default Comments Veritas DBE+RAC Database Edition/Ad- Previously MODE186 vanced Cluster for Real Application Clusters Inactive Do not apply this option or if Veritas Cluster Server 4.0 or later with to Sun Cluster.

  • Page 13: Fibre Address

    Fibre address In fabric environments, the port addresses are assigned automatically. In arbitrated loop environments, set the port addresses by selecting a unique arbitrated loop physical address (AL-PA) or loop ID for each port. For specific values, refer to the HP StorageWorks XP LUN Manager User's Guide applicable to your array.

  • Page 14: Installing And Configuring The Fcas

    Installing and configuring the FCAs Install and configure the FCA driver software and setup utilities according to the manufacturer's instructions. Configuration settings specific to the XP array differ depending on the manufacturer. Specific configuration information is detailed below. The FCA configuration process may require you to enter the WWN for the array port(s) to which the FCA connects.

  • Page 15: Configuring Fcas With The Sun San Driver Stack

    NOTE: Use the same settings and device parameters for all systems. For Fibre Channel, the settings in the system file apply to the entire system, not to just the FCAs. To set the I/O TOV and queue depth for the devices: Make a backup of the /etc/system file: cp /etc/system /etc/system.old.
  • Page 16 mpxio-disable="no"; For all Solaris releases, add the following lines: device-type-scsi-options-list = "HP OPEN", "symmetric-option"; symmetric-option = 0x1000000; NOTE: There must be exactly 6 spaces between HP and OPEN. Instead of using the default round-robin algorithm, add the following lines in addition to the previous lines for systems with a large amount of sequential I/O activity: device-type-mpxio-options-list= "device-type=HP...

  • Page 17: Configuring Emulex Fcas With The Lpfc Driver

    Configuring Emulex FCAs with the lpfc driver NOTE: The lpfc driver cannot be used with Sun StorEdge Traffic Manager/Sun Storage Multipathing. Emulex does not support using both the lpfc driver and the emlxs driver (provided with the Sun SAN driver stack) concurrently.

  • Page 18: Configuring Qlogic Fcas With The Qla2300 Driver

    Configuring Qlogic FCAs with the qla2300 driver NOTE: The qla2300 driver cannot be used with Sun StorEdge Traffic Manager/Sun Storage Multipathing. To configure a Qlogic FCA using the Sun SAN driver stack, refer to Configuring FCAs with the Sun SAN driver stack”...
  • Page 19 h20000.www2.hp.com/bizsupport/TechSupport/Document.jsp?objectID=PSD_CN0714W) for more information. Support is limited to legacy environments with Solaris 8 and 9 only. Configure 2 Gbit FCAs differently as explained below. For 1 Gbit FCAs, see the HP StorageWorks XP12000 Disk Array configuration guide for Sun Solaris. AMCC/JNI legacy drivers are available from AMCC/JNI at http://www.jni.com.

  • Page 20: Verifying The Fca Configuration

    Verifying the FCA configuration After installing the FCAs, verify recognition of the FCAs and drivers as follows: Log into the system as root. Verify that all devices are powered on and properly connected to the system. Use the prtdiag command (SPARC only) to verify that the FCA is installed properly. Use the prtconf command and/or browse the /var/adm/messages file to check whether the FCA driver has attached.

  • Page 21: Connecting The Disk Array

    Connecting the disk array The HP service representative connects the disk array to the host by: Verifying operational status of the disk array channel adapters, LDEVs, and paths. Connecting the Fibre Channel cables between the disk array and the fabric switch or host. Verifying the ready status of the disk array and peripherals.

  • Page 22: Adding The New Device Paths To The System

    Adding the new device paths to the system After configuring the FCAs and to ensure the new devices are recognized, some FCA drivers require you to configure each LUN individually (either through the driver configuration file or in /kernel/ drv/sd.conf). CAUTION: To ensure that the system can boot properly even if you make a mistake in the driver configuration file, add the new paths at the end of the file.

  • Page 23: Labeling And Partitioning The Devices

    TIP: Creating scripts to configure all devices at once may save you considerable time. Labeling and partitioning the devices Partition and label the new devices using the Sun format utility. CAUTION: The repair, analyze, defect, and verify commands/menus are not applicable to the XP arrays and SVS 200.

  • Page 24: Creating The Mount Directories

    If you want to create a UFS file system, you may create the file system using the newfs –C maxcontig command to potentially achieve better performance. In most cases, the default maxcontig value on Solaris is 128. maxcontig sets the number of file system blocks read in read-ahead.
  • Page 25 delivered with the Volume Manager and does not need to be installed separately. With VxVM 4.x versions, you need to download and install the ASL from the Symantec/Veritas support website (http:/ /support.veritas.com): Select Volume Manager for Unix/Linux as product and search the XP array model (such as XP12000) for Solaris as the platform.
  • Page 26 Installing and configuring Sun Solaris for the XP disk array...

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    2 Troubleshooting This section includes resolutions for various error conditions you may encounter. If you are unable to resolve an error condition, ask your HP support representative for assistance. Error conditions Depending on your system configuration, you may be able to view error messages (R-SIMS) as follows: In XP Remote Web Console (Status tab) In XP Command View Advanced Edition Software (Alerts window) In XP Command View (Event History or Event Notification windows) (XP arrays only)
  • Page 28 Error condition Recommended action The disk array responds “Not Ready” or the disk array has displayed “Not Contact HP. Ready” and timed out. Check the FCA and make sure it was installed properly. Reboot the The host detects a parity error. host.

  • Page 29: Support And Other Resources

    3 Support and other resources Related documentation The following documents and websites provide related information: HP StorageWorks XP10000 Disk Array: Owner's Guide HP StorageWorks XP12000 Disk Array: Owner's Guide HP StorageWorks XP24000/XP20000 Disk Array Owner's Guide HP StorageWorks 200 Storage Virtualization System: Owner's Guide HP StorageWorks XP LUN Manager User's Guide HP StorageWorks SAN Design Reference Guide HP StorageWorks XP Command View Advanced Edition Software Device Manager Web Client...

  • Page 30: Hp Technical Support

    HP technical support For worldwide technical support information, see the HP support website: http://www.hp.com/support Before contacting HP, collect the following information: Product model names and numbers Technical support registration number (if applicable) Product serial numbers Error messages 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:...

  • Page 31: A Disk Array Supported Emulations

    A Disk array supported emulations This appendix provides information about supported emulations and device type specifications. Some parameters may not be relevant to your array. Consult your HP representative for information about supported configurations for your system. Supported emulations HP recommends using OPEN-V as the emulation for better performance and features that may not be supported with the legacy emulations (OPEN-[389LE]).

  • Page 32: General Notes

    Emulation Category Product name Blocks Sector # of Heads Sectors Capacity (Note 1) (Note 2) (Note 3) (512 bytes) size Cylinders (Note 4) (bytes) track OPEN-8 SCSI disk OPEN-8 14351040 9966 7007 OPEN-9 SCSI disk OPEN-9 14423040 10016 7042 OPEN-E SCSI disk OPEN-E 28452960...
  • Page 33 Note 2: The devices are defined to the host as SCSI disk devices, even though the interface is Fibre Channel. Note 3: The command device (used for XP Raid Manager) is distinguished by -CM on the product name (for example, OPEN-3-CM, OPEN-3-CVS-CM). Note 4: The device capacity can sometimes be changed by the BIOS or host adapter board.
  • Page 34 OPEN-V: The number of cylinders for a CVS LUSE volume = # of cylinders = (capacity (MB) specified by user) × 16/15 × n Example For an OPEN-V CVS LUSE volume with capacity = 49 MB and n = 4: # of cylinders = 49 ×...

  • Page 35: Glossary

    Glossary AL-PA Arbitrated loop physical address. array group A group of 4 or 8 physical hard disk drives (HDDs) installed in an XP disk array and assigned a common RAID level. RAID1 array groups consist of 4 (2D+2D) or 8 HDDs (4D+4D). RAID5 array groups include a parity disk but also consist of 4 (3D+1P) or 8 HDDs (7D+1P).
  • Page 36 OPEN-E). The number of resulting LDEVs depends on the selected emulation mode. The term LDEV is often used synonymously with the term volume. Logical unit number. A LUN results from mapping a SCSI logical unit number, port ID, and LDEV ID to a RAID group. The size of the LUN is determined by the emulation mode of the LDEV and the number of LDEVs associated with the LUN.
  • Page 37 Volume size customization. Synonymous with CVS. World Wide Name. A unique identifier assigned to a Fibre Channel device. XP Command HP StorageWorks XP Command View, a software product for managing XP View arrays. XP Command View runs on a Windows-based management workstation. XP Command HP StorageWorks XP Command View Advanced Edition Software, installs on View Advanced...
  • Page 38 Glossary...

  • Page 39: Index

    Index document related documentation, AL-PA, documentation arbitrated-loop physical address, HP website, providing feedback, clustering, command device(s) emulation(s) one LDEV as a, device emulation types, XP RAID Manager, supported, configuration error conditions, device, emulation types, disk array, FCAs, fabric environment Fibre Channel ports, zoning, host, failover,...
  • Page 40 host configuration, R-SIMS, doesn't reboot properly, related documentation, hangs up, Remote Web Console, host mode requirements, disk array, setting, technical support, SCSI disk, Fibre Channel interface and term "SCSI disk", Secure Manager XP, installation security, LUN, connecting disk array, server(s), supported, overview, SIMS, interface, Fibre Channel,...
  • Page 41 XP Remote Web Console, 9, 10, zoning, fabric, XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Sun Solaris...

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