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  • Page 1 Veritas NetBackup™ 5330 Appliance Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 2: Legal Notice

    Technologies LLC or its affiliates in the U.S. and other countries. Other names may be trademarks of their respective owners. This product may contain third party software for which Veritas is required to provide attribution to the third party (“Third Party Programs”). Some of the Third Party Programs are available under open source or free software licenses.

  • Page 3: Technical Support

    Include the document title, document version, chapter title, and section title of the text on which you are reporting. Send feedback to: APPL.docs@veritas.com You can also see documentation information or ask a question on the Veritas community site: http://www.veritas.com/community/ Veritas Services and Operations Readiness Tools (SORT) Veritas Services and Operations Readiness Tools (SORT) is a website that provides information and tools to automate and simplify certain time-consuming administrative tasks.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Installing the compute node ............47 Installing the SFPs into the Fibre Channel (FC) ports ......50 Connecting a NetBackup 5330 compute node to a primary shelf .... 52 Connecting one expansion shelf to a primary shelf ......54 Performing a soft shutdown before adding a new expansion shelf...
  • Page 5 Turning on the hardware and verifying operation ......... 72 Configuring the IPMI port from the NetBackup Appliance Shell Menu ................... 81 Accessing and using the Veritas Remote Management interface .... 83 Chapter 4 Hardware installation procedures for a NetBackup 5330 high availability configuration ......

  • Page 6: Hardware Overview

    Chapter Hardware overview This chapter includes the following topics: NetBackup 5330 compute node overview ■ NetBackup 5330 compute node PCIe card configurations ■ NetBackup 5330 compute node Ethernet port configurations ■ NetBackup 5330 storage shelves and disk drives ■ NetBackup 5330 cables and connectors ■...
  • Page 7 Hardware overview NetBackup 5330 compute node overview The NetBackup 5330 compute node contains eight disk drives. Slots 0 through 5 contain mirrored volumes for the operating system and system logs, and two hot-spares. Slots 6 and 7 are currently unconfigured and reserved for future use.

  • Page 8: Netbackup 5330 Compute Node Pcie Card Configurations

    (HBA) card or an Ethernet network interface card (NIC). Slots 1 and 4 are reserved exclusively for attachment to the Primary Storage Shelf. The PCIe card configurations for the NetBackup 5330 compute node are shown in the table.

  • Page 9: Netbackup 5330 Compute Node Ethernet Port Configurations

    Once the initial configuration has been completed, you can connect NIC1 (eth0) to an administrative network that does not provide any backup data transfer. The rear panel of the NetBackup 5330 compute node contains six PCIe slots, which are populated according to five different supported configurations. The PCIe slot configuration determines the total number of Ethernet ports that are available.

  • Page 10: Netbackup 5330 Storage Shelves And Disk Drives

    Slot 3: eth6 (right), eth7 (left) ■ E (zero 10-Gb Ethernet cards) NetBackup 5330 storage shelves and disk drives The NetBackup 5330 compute node supports two types of external disk drive storage as follows: Primary Storage Shelf - required ■...
  • Page 11 Hardware overview NetBackup 5330 storage shelves and disk drives Expansion Storage Shelf. When all connections are completed, turn on the storage shelves and the compute node to initialize and synchronize the units. Note: If more than one Expansion Storage Shelf is used, turn on the shelves furthest from the primary shelf first.

  • Page 12: Netbackup 5330 Cables And Connectors

    Note: A 220VAC power supply is required for the Primary Storage Shelf and the Expansion Storage Shelf. The NetBackup 5330 compute node can accommodate a 120VAC or 220VAC input power supply. The following list provides the voltages of the power connectors for the compute node and storage shelves.

  • Page 13: Serial Number Locations

    Hardware overview Serial number locations These connectors are rated for the following: Voltage and current: 200 - 240 VAC, 15A ■ The storage shelves only operate at 200 - 240 VAC. ■ Ethernet cables that connect the two nodes in a high availability (HA) ■...
  • Page 14 Hardware overview Serial number locations The serial number of the storage shelves is located in two places. The front of the shelf contains the serial number, on the lower right-hand corner. ■ The top of the storage shelf includes the serial number label, near the rear of ■...

  • Page 15: Required Reading

    3TB drives or the 6TB drives in an appliance system. The support of the high availability (HA) solution begins with the NetBackup 5330 Appliance Release 3.1. The solution requires two NetBackup 5330 nodes, a Primary Shelf, and an optional maximum of five Expansion Shelves.

  • Page 16: Understanding The Netbackup 5330 Hardware Installation Sequence

    Enterprise Linux (RHEL) Operating System, which is located at the following website. NetBackup Appliance documentation Before you add the partner node to complete the NetBackup 5330 HA configuration, upgrade your system to NetBackup Appliance software version 3.1, or later. Refer to the NetBackup 52xx and 5330 Appliance Upgrade Guide, which is located at the following website.

  • Page 17: Understanding The Netbackup 5330 Hardware Installation Sequence

    Hardware overview Understanding the NetBackup 5330 hardware installation sequence This section describes the installation steps for a NetBackup 5330 HA configuration and includes links to specific procedures. You can also refer to the following chapter: “Hardware installation scenarios for a NetBackup 5330 high availability configuration”...
  • Page 18 Hardware overview Understanding the NetBackup 5330 hardware installation sequence Storage shelf and compute node hardware installation sequence Table 1-3 (continued) Step Description If you want to connect one or more expansion shelves to existing expansion shelves: Connect two new SAS2 cables between the two expansion shelves.

  • Page 19: Understanding The Netbackup 5330 Hardware Installation Sequence

    Connect the four fibre channel cables between the Primary Storage Shelf and the compute node. “Connecting a NetBackup 5330 compute node to a primary shelf” on page 52. Connect the four Fibre Channel cables between the Primary Storage Shelf and the partner node.

  • Page 20: About Ipmi Configuration

    Hardware overview About IPMI configuration Storage shelf and compute node hardware installation sequence Table 1-4 for a NetBackup 5330 high availability configuration (continued) Step Description If you want to connect one or more expansion shelves to existing expansion shelves: Connect two new SAS cables between the two expansion shelves. Then, disconnect one end of two SAS cables from the existing expansion shelf and connect them to a new expansion shelf.
  • Page 21 Hardware overview About IPMI configuration IPMI port The IPMI is beneficial after an unexpected power outage shuts down the connected system. In case the appliance is not accessible after the power is restored, you can use a laptop or desktop computer to access the appliance remotely by using a network connection to the hardware rather than to an operating system or login shell.

  • Page 22: Other Netbackup 5330 Product Documentation

    81. “Accessing and using the Veritas Remote Management interface” on page 83. Other NetBackup 5330 product documentation Documents for the NetBackup 5330 compute node and storage shelves are listed in the following table. NetBackup 5330 Appliance documentation Table 1-5...
  • Page 23 Hardware overview Other NetBackup 5330 product documentation You can find hardware and software documentation for the NetBackup 5330 appliance at the following URL. NetBackup Appliance documentation...

  • Page 24: Pre-Installation Requirements

    Each node and the storage shelves are shipped in separate containers. Each container includes other boxes and contents. The disk drives for the storage shelves are shipped in additional boxes. Table 2-1 describes the contents of the shipping containers for a NetBackup 5330 appliance system.

  • Page 25: Customer-Provided Items For A Netbackup 5330 Hardware Installation

    Pre-installation requirements Customer-provided items for a NetBackup 5330 hardware installation NetBackup 5330 compute node container contents Table 2-1 Container Contents Compute node Cable connections poster ■ Deployment guide ■ Safety manual ■ Left and right rack rails ■ Rack mounting template ■...

  • Page 26: Unpacking A Primary Shelf Or An Expansion Shelf

    ■ Unpacking a primary shelf or an expansion shelf Each storage shelf is shipped in a separate container. Veritas recommends that you have a table nearby where you can safely place the contents of the container. Due to weight considerations the storage shelves ship without any disk drives installed.
  • Page 27 Pre-installation requirements Unpacking a primary shelf or an expansion shelf To unpack a storage shelf DO NOT slice open the top of the cardboard container. Remove the white, plastic inserts from the sides of the container. Lift up the top of the container. Lower and flatten the sides of the container so that you can access the storage shelf.
  • Page 28 Pre-installation requirements Unpacking a primary shelf or an expansion shelf Remove the front and the rear rack templates from the shipping container. You will use these templates to locate holes in the rack where screws and pins are placed. Note: The templates may be enclosed in the Open Me First box. Remove any foam, air bags, or other cushioning materials.

  • Page 29: Unpacking A Compute Node

    Unpacking a compute node Each node is shipped in a separate container from the storage shelves. Both types of devices are shrink-wrapped together. Veritas recommends that you have a table nearby where you can safely place the contents of the containers.

  • Page 30: Determining Rack Locations

    Pre-installation requirements Determining rack locations Remove the rail template from the Open Me First box. The template shows where the left-hand rail and the right-hand rail fit into the front and the rear of the rack. Fold the template at the yellow horizontal lines. There are two lines; one in the middle and one at the bottom of the template.
  • Page 31 Pre-installation requirements Determining rack locations One RU has three holes. The holes for one RU are typically marked with a line below the bottom hole and another line above the top hole. A number at the center hole identifies where the RU appears in the rack. Figure 2-1 shows the markings as described.

  • Page 32: Determining Sas2 Cable Length

    Before you add any expansion shelves, be sure to verify that the location of the shelf accommodates the length of the SAS2 cables. Each SAS2 cable is 1 meter (3.28 feet) long. A 2 meter (6.56 feet) SAS2 cable is available separately. Contact Veritas Technical Support, if needed.

  • Page 33: Prerequisites For Ipmi Configuration

    Verify the following configuration prerequisites: Ensure that you have a dedicated network infrastructure. The remote ■ management port is 1 Gbps for NetBackup 5330 appliances. The remote management port can auto-negotiate its link speed of up to 1 Gbps. ■...
  • Page 34 Pre-installation requirements Prerequisites for IPMI configuration Note: If you have a private internal network, remember to configure the settings accordingly in your network address translation (NAT). The remote management port must be configured as a DHCP or static address. ■ “About IPMI configuration”...

  • Page 35: Hardware Installation Procedures

    Installing the compute node ■ Installing the SFPs into the Fibre Channel (FC) ports ■ Connecting a NetBackup 5330 compute node to a primary shelf ■ Connecting one expansion shelf to a primary shelf ■ Performing a soft shutdown before adding a new expansion shelf ■...

  • Page 36: Hardware Installation Scenarios

    There must be a minimum depth of 76 cm (30 in.) between the front of the rack and the rear of the rack. Veritas recommends that two people install the rails; one person at the back of the rack and one at the front. Veritas also recommends that three people lift and place...
  • Page 37 Hardware installation procedures Installing a primary shelf or an expansion shelf Warning: To avoid potential equipment damage and personal injury, do not install disk drives into the storage shelves before mounting them into the rack. The added weight of the disk drives hinders the ability to safely install the storage shelves. To install the storage shelf into the rack Locate the left and the right rails.
  • Page 38 Hardware installation procedures Installing a primary shelf or an expansion shelf Identify the ledges that are perpendicular to the main part of each rail. The storage shelf sits on these ledges in the rack. Locate the spacers and place them near the rail screws. Note: Two types of spacers may ship with the storage shelves.
  • Page 39 Hardware installation procedures Installing a primary shelf or an expansion shelf Note: The rear of the rack uses the two lower RUs for installation. The front of the rack uses all three RUs. Use a flathead screwdriver to loosen the inside screws of the rail. ■...
  • Page 40 Hardware installation procedures Installing a primary shelf or an expansion shelf Insert the guide pin on the rear of the rail into the top hole of the lowest rear ■ RU that you plan to use. You can use the flathead screws on the inside of the rail to extend or shorten it to fit into the rack.
  • Page 41 Hardware installation procedures Installing a primary shelf or an expansion shelf You can also use an expansion bracket if you need to reinforce the rear of the rack. Use the UP arrow to determine whether the bracket should be attached to the rear of the left or the right rail.
  • Page 42 Hardware installation procedures Installing a primary shelf or an expansion shelf Position the rail behind the rack holes. ■ On the front of the rack, install one spacer and one screw in the lowest hole ■ in the rack. Then install another spacer and a screw in the middle of the third RU in the rack.
  • Page 43 Hardware installation procedures Installing a primary shelf or an expansion shelf Repeat the previous steps to install the right-hand rail. Front, right Rear, right To prepare for storage shelf installation, attach the metal handles to the sides of the storage shelf as follows: Push the top tabs on the handles into the slots on the shelf (1).

  • Page 44: Installing Disk Drives Into A Primary Shelf Or An Expansion Shelf

    Each storage shelf has 5 disk drawers, and each drawer holds 12 disks. All 60 disk drives must be installed. To help reduce the installation time, Veritas recommends that two people perform the disk installation. One person should unwrap the disk drive and lift the handle, then hand it to the other person to install it into the drawer.
  • Page 45 Hardware installation procedures Installing disk drives into a primary shelf or an expansion shelf Starting with the bottom drawer (5), use your thumbs to pull out the two orange latches towards the sides of the rack. Then, grasp the latches and pull out the drawer until you can see all of the disk slots.
  • Page 46 Hardware installation procedures Installing disk drives into a primary shelf or an expansion shelf Make sure that the bottom of the disk is seated completely. ■ Push down slightly and start to pull the disk latch towards you. This action ■...

  • Page 47: Installing The Compute Node

    Installing the compute node Installing the compute node The NetBackup 5330 requires two RU rack spaces. Veritas recommends that you install the compute node in the space on top of the primary shelf. The rails require one RU rack space and must be installed in the upper RU of the two required for the compute node.
  • Page 48 Hardware installation procedures Installing the compute node Locate the left rail, marked with an L on the side near the front. LEFT The marked side of the rail must face the side of the rack cabinet when mounted, not the side of the compute node. Identify the protrusions at the end of the rails.
  • Page 49 Hardware installation procedures Installing the compute node Repeat steps to install the right rail. RIGHT Make sure that both rails are parallel and secure. Fully extend both rails forward until the release buttons click. Carefully lift the compute node and tilt the rear down towards the back of the rails.

  • Page 50: Installing The Sfps Into The Fibre Channel (Fc) Ports

    Hardware installation procedures Installing the SFPs into the Fibre Channel (FC) ports Insert the two rear standoff pegs that extend from the side of the compute node into the last rail slots. Lower the front of the compute node into the rail slots at the front of the rail extenders.
  • Page 51 Hardware installation procedures Installing the SFPs into the Fibre Channel (FC) ports To install the SFPs Locate the SFPs. Identify the FC ports in slots 1 and 4. Slot 1 Slot 4 Remove the black rubber cap on each SFP that you want to install.

  • Page 52: Connecting A Netbackup 5330 Compute Node To A Primary Shelf

    Hardware installation procedures Connecting a NetBackup 5330 compute node to a primary shelf Slide the SFP completely into the port until it clicks into place. Be sure that the metal handle on the end of the SFP is on the top. You do not need to lift up the handle.
  • Page 53 Hardware installation procedures Connecting a NetBackup 5330 compute node to a primary shelf Slot 3 Slot 6 Slot 2 Slot 5 Slot 1 Slot 4 Compute node FC ports Table 3-1 Compute node FC ports Slot 1; ports 1 and 2 Slot 4;...

  • Page 54: Connecting One Expansion Shelf To A Primary Shelf

    Hardware installation procedures Connecting one expansion shelf to a primary shelf Connect compute node slot 4, port 1 to primary shelf canister A, FC Ch2. ■ Verify that the connections match the ports in the following diagram. Compute node Primary Storage Shelf “Connecting one expansion shelf to a primary shelf”...
  • Page 55 Hardware installation procedures Connecting one expansion shelf to a primary shelf Caution: Be sure to install the SAS cables correctly before you turn on the expansion shelf. If you need to disconnect and reconnect cables on an operational expansion shelf, there is a risk that the primary shelf cannot recognize the new configuration. Prerequisites for adding an expansion shelf Be sure that you have 4U of rack space for each new shelf.
  • Page 56 Hardware installation procedures Connecting one expansion shelf to a primary shelf To connect one new expansion shelf to a primary shelf Connect the two SAS ports on canister A of the primary shelf to the left SAS ports on canisters A and B of the expansion shelf. Primary Storage Shelf Expansion Storage Shelf Connect the two SAS ports on canister B of the primary shelf to the two SAS...

  • Page 57: Performing A Soft Shutdown Before Adding A New Expansion Shelf

    Hardware installation procedures Performing a soft shutdown before adding a new expansion shelf Turn on both power switches. Wait for the 00 display on the expansion shelf. Refer to the following sections as needed. Turn on the devices and verify operations. ■...

  • Page 58: Connecting New Expansion Shelves To Existing Expansion Shelves And An Existing Primary Shelf

    However, it is possible to add an expansion shelf to a functioning system while the power remains on. If you need to keep the power turned on, contact Veritas Technical Support for assistance. Ask your representative to reference Article 000097607.
  • Page 59 Hardware installation procedures Connecting new expansion shelves to existing expansion shelves and an existing primary shelf To turn off an operating system First, turn off the compute node from the NetBackup Appliance Shell Menu. Enter and then Support shutdown Next, turn off the primary shelf. Turn off both AC power switches on the rear panel of the primary shelf.
  • Page 60 Hardware installation procedures Connecting new expansion shelves to existing expansion shelves and an existing primary shelf To connect new expansion shelves to existing expansion shelves Note: These instructions apply to one existing expansion shelf and one new expansion shelf. Other scenarios are possible but the cable procedures are the same.
  • Page 61 Hardware installation procedures Connecting new expansion shelves to existing expansion shelves and an existing primary shelf Connect one new SAS cable as shown in yellow. Primary Storage Shelf Expansion Storage Shelf Expansion Storage Shelf (new)
  • Page 62 Hardware installation procedures Connecting new expansion shelves to existing expansion shelves and an existing primary shelf Connect the other new SAS cable to canister B of the new expansion shelf. Use the SAS port on the right-hand side of canister B as shown in yellow. The other end of this new SAS cable is connected later.
  • Page 63 Hardware installation procedures Connecting new expansion shelves to existing expansion shelves and an existing primary shelf Disconnect the cable from the left-most SAS port in canister B in the existing expansion shelf, as shown.
  • Page 64 Hardware installation procedures Connecting new expansion shelves to existing expansion shelves and an existing primary shelf Connect the cable that was not completely connected to the left- most SAS port to canister B in the existing expansion shelf as shown.
  • Page 65 Hardware installation procedures Connecting new expansion shelves to existing expansion shelves and an existing primary shelf Connect the cable that was disconnected from canister B of the existing expansion shelf to the left port in canister B of the second expansion shelf.
  • Page 66 Hardware installation procedures Connecting new expansion shelves to existing expansion shelves and an existing primary shelf Disconnect the cable from the existing expansion shelf, canister B, port 1.
  • Page 67 Hardware installation procedures Connecting new expansion shelves to existing expansion shelves and an existing primary shelf Connect the cable to the second expansion shelf, canister B, port 1, as shown.
  • Page 68 Hardware installation procedures Connecting new expansion shelves to existing expansion shelves and an existing primary shelf Verify that all cables are connected correctly, as shown in the following two illustrations.
  • Page 69 Hardware installation procedures Connecting new expansion shelves to existing expansion shelves and an existing primary shelf...
  • Page 70 Hardware installation procedures Connecting new expansion shelves to existing expansion shelves and an existing primary shelf The following illustration shows the maximum number of five Expansion Shelves, with one Primary Shelf, and one compute node.

  • Page 71: Connecting The Power Cords To The Hardware

    Refer to the following section for a description of the power cable connectors as needed. “NetBackup 5330 cables and connectors” on page 12. To connect the power cables Verify that the AC power supply input for the compute node is within one of these ranges: 100 - 127 VAC at 50/60 Hz, 8.2 A...

  • Page 72: Turning On The Hardware And Verifying Operation

    Hardware installation procedures Turning on the hardware and verifying operation On the compute node, connect a power cord to each power supply socket. Connect the other end of each cord to a different PDU. On the primary shelf, connect a power cord to each power supply socket. Connect the other end of each cord to a different PDU.
  • Page 73 Primary Storage Shelf Turn on the Primary Storage Shelf after the expansion shelves are operational. NetBackup 5330 compute node For a high availability (HA) configuration, turn on the compute node that is closest to the primary shelf, and then turn on the other node.
  • Page 74 Hardware installation procedures Turning on the hardware and verifying operation Verify that the left-most LEDs on both power canisters are green. Verify that the Power LED on the front, left, of the shelf is green. Power Standby power Locate Temperature Service action required After approximately 5 minutes to 10 minutes, verify that the shelf has fully...
  • Page 75 Hardware installation procedures Turning on the hardware and verifying operation The blue Service Action Allowed LED is not lit. ■ The amber Service Action Required LED is not lit. ■ The two seven-segment numbers on the rear of the shelf show the shelf ■...
  • Page 76 Hardware installation procedures Turning on the hardware and verifying operation For the original Expansion Storage Shelf, this number should be 00.
  • Page 77 Hardware installation procedures Turning on the hardware and verifying operation On the rear of the primary shelf, turn on both power switches. Verify that the left-most LEDs on both power canisters are green.
  • Page 78 Hardware installation procedures Turning on the hardware and verifying operation Verify that the Power LED on the front, left, of the shelf is green. Power Standby power Locate Temperature Service action required After approximately 5 minutes to 10 minutes, verify that the shelf has fully initialized as follows: The 12 disk LEDs on the front of each drawer are green.
  • Page 79 Hardware installation procedures Turning on the hardware and verifying operation The amber Service Action Required LED is not lit. ■ The two seven-segment numbers on the rear of the shelf show the shelf ID. For the Primary Storage Shelf, this number should be 99.
  • Page 80 Hardware installation procedures Turning on the hardware and verifying operation On the front right panel of the compute node, press the power button to turn on the compute node. After a few minutes, verify that the compute node has fully initialized as follows: On the right front panel of the compute node, locate the triangular Status ■...

  • Page 81: Configuring The Ipmi Port From The Netbackup Appliance Shell Menu

    Hardware installation procedures Configuring the IPMI port from the NetBackup Appliance Shell Menu A blinking, amber LED indicates that a RAID rebuild is in progress. ■ The Activity LED (2) indicates the following: The LED is not lit when the disk has spun down, although power is still ■...
  • Page 82 Hardware installation procedures Configuring the IPMI port from the NetBackup Appliance Shell Menu To configure the IPMI port by using a keyboard and monitor Connect the following components to the appropriate ports on the rear panel of the appliance: A standard video cable between the VGA (Video Graphics Array) port and ■...

  • Page 83: Accessing And Using The Veritas Remote Management Interface

    Management interface The IPMI web interface is known as Veritas Remote Management interface. You can use Veritas Remote Management interface to log on to the NetBackup Appliance Shell Menu. Note: Alert configuration is not supported using the Veritas Remote Management interface.
  • Page 84 Hardware installation procedures Accessing and using the Veritas Remote Management interface To access and use the IPMI web interface from a remote computer Log on to a remote computer in the network and open a supported Windows browser. Enter the remote management port IP address that is assigned to the remote management port.
  • Page 85 Hardware installation procedures Accessing and using the Veritas Remote Management interface A JViewer application opens that enables you to remotely monitor and control the appliance. This application requires Java Runtime Environment (JRE) version 6.0 or later. Install Java (as needed).

  • Page 86: Hardware Installation Procedures For A Netbackup 5330 High Availability Configuration

    The differences are as follows: Two NetBackup 5330 nodes with the same hardware configuration options are ■ used. The two NetBackup 5330 nodes connect to each other using the NIC3/eth2 and ■ NIC4/eth3 Ethernet ports.

  • Page 87: Installation Procedures For A New Deployment Of A High Availability Configuration

    Hardware installation procedures for a NetBackup 5330 high availability configuration Hardware installation scenarios for a NetBackup 5330 high availability configuration The two NetBackup 5330 nodes connect directly to the NetBackup 5330 Primary ■ Storage Shelf. Currently, you can deploy a NetBackup 5330 HA configuration through either of...

  • Page 88: Installation Procedures For Converting Existing Systems To A High Availability Configuration

    The installation procedures for converting existing systems to a NetBackup 5330 high availability (HA) configuration are as follows: Install the new NetBackup 5330 node (the partner node) in the rack with the existing NetBackup 5330 appliance. “Determining rack locations ”...
  • Page 89 Hardware installation procedures for a NetBackup 5330 high availability configuration Connecting the partner node to the Primary Storage Shelf Slot 3 Slot 6 Slot 2 Slot 5 Slot 1 Slot 4 The following figure shows the locations of the FC ports Ch3 and Ch4 in the canisters A and B of the Primary Storage Shelf.

  • Page 90: Connecting Two Nodes For Ha Communication

    When both nodes are connected to the primary shelf, connect the nodes to establish the high availability (HA) communication between them. Note: Veritas requires that you reserve the NIC3/eth2 and NIC4/eth3 ports to connect the two nodes. Do not connect these ports to a network.

  • Page 91: Verifying The Hardware Installation Of A High Availability Configuration

    Hardware installation procedures for a NetBackup 5330 high availability configuration Verifying the hardware installation of a high availability configuration To connect the two nodes Locate the NIC3/eth2 and NIC4/eth3 ports on each node. NIC3/eth2 NIC4/eth3 Connect the NIC3/eth2 and NIC4/eth3 ports on both nodes with two Ethernet cables.
  • Page 92 Hardware installation procedures for a NetBackup 5330 high availability configuration Verifying the hardware installation of a high availability configuration Compute node Partner node Primary Storage Shelf Expansion Storage Shelf Color keys Orange: SAS cables connecting the storage shelves Purple: FC cables connecting the node and Primary...

  • Page 93: Adding The Disk Space Of A New Expansion Storage Shelf

    Appendix Adding the disk space of a new Expansion Storage Shelf This appendix includes the following topics: Prerequisites for adding the disk space of new expansion shelves ■ Adding the disk space of an Expansion Storage Shelf from the NetBackup ■...

  • Page 94: Prerequisites For Adding The Disk Space Of New Expansion Shelves

    Adding the disk space of a new Expansion Storage Shelf Prerequisites for adding the disk space of new expansion shelves To verify appliance functionality Verify that the compute node power supply LEDs are green. Verify that the compute node disk drive LEDs are green. Verify that the compute node LEDs on the front panel are green.

  • Page 95: Prerequisites For Adding The Disk Space Of New Expansion Shelves

    Adding the disk space of a new Expansion Storage Shelf Prerequisites for adding the disk space of new expansion shelves Verify that the primary shelf and the expansion shelf front panel LEDs are green. Power Standby power Locate Temperature Service action required Verify that the primary shelf and the expansion shelf drawer LEDs are green.

  • Page 96: Prerequisites For Adding The Disk Space Of New Expansion Shelves

    Adding the disk space of a new Expansion Storage Shelf Prerequisites for adding the disk space of new expansion shelves Verify that the primary shelf and the expansion shelf power canister LEDs are green. Verify that the primary shelf and the expansion shelf fan canister LEDs are green.

  • Page 97: Adding The Disk Space Of An Expansion Storage Shelf From The Netbackup Appliance Web Console

    Adding the disk space of an Expansion Storage Shelf from the NetBackup Appliance Web Console The following procedure describes how to add new storage shelf disk space to an operational NetBackup 5330 appliance by using the NetBackup Appliance Web Console.
  • Page 98 Adding the disk space of a new Expansion Storage Shelf Adding the disk space of an Expansion Storage Shelf from the NetBackup Appliance Web Console To add the disk space of an expansion shelf from the NetBackup Appliance Web Console Launch the NetBackup Appliance Web Console and verify that the new storage device appears on the Monitor >...

  • Page 99: Adding The Disk Space Of An Expansion Storage Shelf From The Netbackup Appliance Shell Menu

    Adding the disk space of a new Expansion Storage Shelf Adding the disk space of an Expansion Storage Shelf from the NetBackup Appliance Shell Menu Adding the disk space of an Expansion Storage Shelf from the NetBackup Appliance Shell Menu The following procedure describes how to add new storage shelf disk space to a 5330 appliance by using the NetBackup Appliance Shell Menu.
  • Page 100 Adding the disk space of a new Expansion Storage Shelf Adding the disk space of an Expansion Storage Shelf from the NetBackup Appliance Shell Menu At the prompt, enter add <disk ID> and press . <disk ID> is the disk ID Enter that you copied.

  • Page 101: Index

    7 storage shelves 10, 12 primary shelf connecting to an expansion shelf 55 Ethernet ports connecting to compute node 52 NetBackup 5330 configurations 9 rack locations 30 hardware correct turn on sequence 72 installation sequence 16...
  • Page 102 Index SAS2 cable 32 shipping container contents 24 storage shelves disk drives installing 44 layout 44 slot numbers 44 six-shelf cable example 70 two-shelf cable example 68 unpacking 26 weight 26 unpacking compute node 29 storage shelves 26 weight compute node 29 storage shelves 26...

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