Appliance Cluster Configuration
The Oracle ZFS Storage Appliance supports cooperative clustering of appliances. This strategy
can be part of an integrated approach to availability enhancement that may also include client-
side load balancing, proper site planning, proactive and reactive maintenance and repair, and the
single-appliance hardware redundancy built into all Oracle ZFS Storage Appliances.
Note -
"Configuring the Appliance for the First Time" in Oracle ZFS Storage Appliance Installation
Guide.
For tasks related to appliance clustering, see:
"Connecting Cluster Cables" in Oracle ZFS Storage Appliance Cabling Guide
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"Cluster Configuration BUI View" on page 193
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"Upgrading a Standalone Appliance to a Clustered Configuration (BUI)" on page 195
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"Shutting Down a Clustered Configuration (CLI)" on page 199
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For a better understanding about appliance clustering, see:
"Cluster Terminology" on page 201
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"Understanding Clustering" on page 201
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"Cluster Advantages and Disadvantages" on page 203
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"Cluster Interconnect I/O" on page 205
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"Cluster Resource Management" on page 206
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"Cluster Takeover and Failback" on page 209
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"Configuration Changes in a Clustered Environment" on page 211
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"Clustering Considerations for Storage" on page 212
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"Clustering Considerations for Networking" on page 214
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"Private Local IP Interfaces" on page 216
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"Clustering Considerations for Infiniband" on page 217
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"Preventing Split-Brain Conditions" on page 219
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"Estimating and Reducing Takeover Impact" on page 221
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Cluster Configuration BUI View
The Configuration > Cluster view provides a graphical overview of the status of the cluster
card, the cluster controller node states, and all of the resources.
If you are configuring clustering for two new controllers, follow the procedure
Appliance Cluster Configuration
Configuring the Appliance
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