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Post Connection Establishment Steps
After iSCSI connectivity is established between the host server(s) and the storage array, you can create
virtual disks on the storage array using MD Storage Manager and these virtual disks can be utilized by the
host server(s). For more information about storage planning and using MD Storage Manager, see the
Administrator's Guide at Dell.com/support/manuals.
Guidelines For Configuring Your Network For iSCSI
This section provides general guidelines for setting up your network environment and IP addresses for
use with the iSCSI ports on your host server and storage array. In order for hosts to communicate with
management and/or iSCSI ports of storage arrays, local NICs must be configured with IP addresses
capable of communication with the addresses listed in the IPv4 or IPv6 worksheet. Your specific network
environment may require different or additional steps than shown here, so make sure you consult with
your system administrator before performing this setup.
NOTE: Make sure all your network components have flow control enabled.
Microsoft Windows Host Setup
To set up a Windows host network, you must configure the IP address and netmask of each iSCSI port
connected to the storage array. The specific steps depend on whether you are using a Dynamic Host
Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server, static IP addressing, Domain Name System (DNS) server, or
Windows Internet Name Service (WINS) server.
NOTE: The server IP addresses must be configured for network communication to the same IP
subnet as the storage array management and iSCSI ports.
Setting Up Microsoft Host Network Using A DHCP server
1.
In the Control Panel, select Network connections or Network and Sharing Center and then click
Manage network connections.
2.
Right-click the network connection you want to configure and select Properties.
3.
On the General tab (for a local area connection) or the Networking tab (for all other connections),
select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and then click Properties.
4.
Select Obtain an IP address automatically, then click OK.
Setting Up Microsoft Host Network Using Static IP Addressing
1.
In the Control Panel, select Network connections or Network and Sharing Center and then click
Manage network connections.
2.
Right-click the network connection you want to configure and select Properties.
3.
On the General tab (for a local area connection) or the Networking tab (for all other connections),
select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and then click Properties.
4.
Select Use the following IP address and enter the IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway
addresses.
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