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RAID Array 410
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Installation Guide

Order Number: EK–SM410–UP. A01
Digital Equipment Corporation
Maynard, Massachusetts

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  • Page 1: Installation Guide

    Upgrade Procedures RAID Array 410 to RAID Array 450 Installation Guide Order Number: EK–SM410–UP. A01 Digital Equipment Corporation Maynard, Massachusetts...
  • Page 2 Digital Equipment Corporation or an authorized sublicensor. Digital Equipment Corporation makes no representation that the use of its products in the manner described in this publication will not infringe on existing or future patent rights, nor do the descriptions contained in this publication imply the granting of licenses to make, use, or sell equipment or software in accordance with the description.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Revision Record......................xi About This Guide .......................xiii 1 Digital UNIX 1.1 Upgrade Road Map........................1–1 1.1.1 Upgrade Prerequisites......................1–2 1.1.2 Tools Required........................1–2 1.1.3 Precautions.........................1–3 1.2 Preparing Your Host System.....................1–3 1.2.1 Backup Data Files ......................1–3 1.2.2 Shut Down the Host System ....................1–3 1.3 Making a Serial Connection with the RAID Controller.............1–3 1.3.1 Connecting the Cable ......................1–4 1.3.2 Establishing Connection with a Maintenance Terminal ............1–4...
  • Page 4 RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade 2 HP–UX 2.1 Upgrade Road Map........................2–1 2.1.1 Upgrade Prerequisites ......................2–1 2.2 Preparing Your Host System ....................2–3 2.2.1 Backup the System ......................2–3 2.2.2 Shut Down the System....................... 2–3 2.3 Making a Serial Connection with the RAID Controller ............2–3 2.3.1 Connecting the Cable......................
  • Page 5 Contents 3 IBM AIX (continued) 3.4 Recording Your Configuration Data ..................3–9 3.5 Remove RAID Array 410 Controller and Cache Modules............3–16 3.5.1 Use the SHUTDOWN Command to Turn Off Controller Power ........3–16 3.5.2 Controller Module Removal .....................3–16 3.5.3 Cache Module Removal ....................3–19 3.6 Installing the RAID Array 450 Controller, Cache Module, and ECB ........3–18 3.6.1 Installing the Cache Module .....................3–18 3.6.2 Installing the Controller Module..................3–18...
  • Page 6 RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade 4 Sun Solaris (continued) 4.6 Installing the RAID Array 450 Cache Module(s), Controller(s),.and ECB,......4–13 4.6.1 Installing the Cache Module .................... 4–13 4.6.2 Installing the Controller Module ..................4–13 4.6.3 Installing the External Cache Battery................4–13 4.7 Connecting the Controller and Cache Module................
  • Page 7 Contents 5 Windows NT (continued) 5.9 Restoring RAID Subsystem Configuration................5–16 5.9.1 Setting Target IDs for the Controller ................5–16 5.9.2 Add Disks to Configuration ....................5–16 5.9.3 Recreate Storagesets......................5–17 5.9.4 Enable Storageset Options....................5–17 5.9.5 Recreate Units ........................5–18 5.9.6 Enable Previous Options....................5–18 5.9.7 Verify Configuration ......................5–19 5.10 Power-on Host System......................5–19 5.11 Install StorageWorks Agent ....................5–19...
  • Page 8 RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade Reader Comment Form..............Inside Back Cover Figures Figure 1−1 Making a Serial Connection to the SWXRC–04 Controller......... 1–4 Figure 1–2 RAID Array 410 Controller Panel ................1–12 Figure 1–3 Trilink Connector...................... 1–13 Figure 1−4 Attaching the Connecting Cables ................1–15 Figure 1−5 Connecting the Cache Module to the Cache Battery ..........
  • Page 9 Contents Tables Table 1–1 Logical Unit Table......................1–8 Table 1–2 Storageset Table ......................1–10 Table 2–1 Logical Unit Table......................2–8 Table 2–2 Storageset Table ......................2–10 Table 3–1 Device Configurations ....................3–5 Table 3–2 Volume Group Configurations ..................3–6 Table 3–3 Mount Points ........................3–7 Table 3–4 Logical Unit Table......................3–12 Table 3–5 Storageset Table ......................3–15 Table 4–1 Logical Unit Table.......................4–8 Table 4–2 Storageset Table ......................4–10...

  • Page 10: Revision Record

    Revision Record This Revision Record provides a concise publication history of this manual. It lists the manual revision levels, release dates, and reasons for the revisions. It also describes how the changes to affected pages are marked in the manual. The following revision history lists all revisions of this publication and their effective dates.

  • Page 11: About This Guide

    About This Guide This section defines the audience of the guide and describes its contents and structure. In addition, this section identifies the conventions used in the guide and provides a list of related documents. The StorageWorks Upgrade Procedures for RAID Array 410 to RAID Array 450 Installation Guide This guide describes the upgrade procedures required to convert the RAID Array 410 Subsystem to a RAID Array 450 Subsystem.
  • Page 12 RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade Conventions This guide uses the following conventions: Style Meaning boldface mono-space type A command to be input by the user plain mono-space type Screen text italic type For emphasis, manual titles, utilities, menus, screens, and filenames [ italic mono-space type in A variable (without brackets) to be input by the user brackets ]...

  • Page 13: Upgrade Road Map

    Upgrading the RAID Array 410 to RAID Array 450 for Digital UNIX This chapter describes procedures to upgrade the controller and cache modules for the Digital UNIX platform. This chapter describes how to upgrade the RAID Array 410 controller and cache module in both single and dual-redundant controller configurations.

  • Page 14: Upgrade Prerequisites

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade This procedure documents single controller to single controller upgrades and dual- redundant to dual-redundant controller upgrades only. To upgrade a single controller to a dual-controller configuration, first perform the single to single upgrade and then add the second controller using the procedure described in Chapter 1, Paragraph 1.8 of the Getting Started –...

  • Page 15: Precautions

    Chapter 1. Digital Unix 1.1.3 Precautions In general, you should follow routine ESD protection procedures when handling controller modules and cache modules and when working around the cabinet and shelf that houses the modules. Follow these guidelines to further minimize ESD problems: •...

  • Page 16: Connecting The Cable

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade 1.3.1 Connecting the Cable To connect a maintenance terminal to a RAID controller follow these steps: 1. Locate the connecting cable that came with the RAID subsystem. It has an RJ12 connector (similar to standard telephone plug) on one end and a 9-pin serial connector on the other end.
  • Page 17 Chapter 1. Digital Unix Fill in the controller configuration forms below: Controller: SWXRC-04 ZG43700116 Firmware V27Z-0, Hardware A02 Configured for dual-redundancy SCSI address 7 Time: NOT SET Host port: SCSI target(s) ________ Preferred target(s) ________ Cache: 32 megabyte write cache, version 2 Cache is GOOD Battery is GOOD No unflushed data in cache...
  • Page 18 RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade If you have dual controllers, enter the following command: swxrc> show other_controller full Fill in the blanks below. Controller: SWXRC-04 ZG43700116 Firmware V27Z-0, Hardware A02 Configured for dual-redundancy SCSI address 6 Time: NOT SET Host port: SCSI target(s) ________ Preferred target(s) ________ Cache:...
  • Page 19 Chapter 1. Digital Unix In the following steps, you should record your configuration for future reference. Next, verify the Logical Units you have configured: swxrc> show units full The controller responds with a display similar to that shown below: USES D100 Switches: NOWRITE_PROTECT...

  • Page 20: Table 1-1 Logical Unit Table

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade Record, and mark when enabled, the information in the following table. The top line shows how to record entries for D100 of the sample “show units full”. Table 1–1 Logical Unit Table USES WRITE READ CACHE WRITEBACK CHUNK...
  • Page 21 Chapter 1. Digital Unix Next, verify the storagesets you have configured: swxrc> show storage full The controller responds with a display similar to that shown below: Name Storageset Uses Used by stripeset DISK130 D100 DISK230 DISK330 DISK430 DISK530 DISK630 Switches: CHUNKSIZE = 256 blocks State: DISK130 (member...

  • Page 22: Table 1-2 Storageset Table

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade Record the above information in the Storageset Table (Table 1–2). The first row shows how to record for R5 of the sample “show storage full”. Table 1–2 Storageset Table NAME STORAGE USES USED POLICY COPY READ RECON-...

  • Page 23: Remove Raid Array 410 Controller And Cache Modules

    Chapter 1. Digital Unix Remove RAID Array 410 Controller and Cache Modules 1.5.1 Unmount Filesystems that Reside on the RAID Array From the Host Operating System. If you have not already done so as instructed in Section 1.2.2, you must now unmount from the host system any units that are accessed through a SWXRC-04 controller and follow the proper procedures that are specific for your operating system to shutdown the system.

  • Page 24: Controller Module Removal

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade 1.5.3 Controller Module Removal Use the following procedure to remove the controller module. Repeat the procedure for dual-redundant controller configurations. 1. Access the controller modules in the cabinet. 2. Unsnap and remove the ESD shield covering the program card by pulling out on the two retainer buttons.

  • Page 25: Cache Module Removal

    Chapter 1. Digital Unix Figure 1–3 Trilink Connector 5. Remove the maintenance terminal cable (if attached). 6. Loosen the four mounting screws (refer to Figure 1-2) on each side of the front panel with a medium blade screwdriver. 7. Use a gentle up-and-down rocking motion to loosen the module from the shelf backplane.

  • Page 26: Installing The Raid Array 450 Cache Module, Controller, And Ecb

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade Installing the RAID Array 450 Cache Module, Controller, and ECB 1.6.1 Installing the Cache Module Use the following procedure to install the write-back cache module: 1. Slide the write-back cache module into the appropriate slot in the shelf. 2.

  • Page 27: Figure 1−4 Attaching The Connecting Cables

    Chapter 1. Digital Unix Figure 1− − 4 Attaching the Connecting Cables Figure 1–5 Connecting the Cache Module to the Cache Battery 3. Connect the cache module to the external cache battery (ECB) SBB as shown in Figure 1 − 5. 4.

  • Page 28: Making A Serial Connection With The Raid Controller

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade Making a Serial Connection with the RAID Controller You must make a serial connection to the RAID controller to access the Command Line Interpreter (CLI). The CLI is the user interface built into the RAID Controller. It provides a series of commands for you to create a configuration for the subsystem through the controller’s software.

  • Page 29: Restoring Raid Subsystem Configuration

    Chapter 1. Digital Unix Restoring RAID Subsystem Configuration 1.9.1 Setting Target IDs for the Controller Set the SCSI IDs to be used for your storage sets. Dual controllers need preferred ID’s restored also. These ID’s were recorded in Section 1.4 “ ”.

  • Page 30: Recreate Units

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade 1.9.4 Recreate Units NOTE The unit-number refers to the entries in the “LUN” column of Table 1-1. The container-name refers to the “USES” entries in Table 1-1. Also, the existing chunksize will be maintained in the new controller. The chunksize cannot be changed because you cannot use the “initialize”...

  • Page 31: Enable Storageset Options

    Chapter 1. Digital Unix 1.9.5 Enable Storageset Options NOTE The [ name ] refers to the entries in the “NAME” column of Table 1-2. View the storagesets just created. HSZ> show storageset full Compare all the parameters in the listing with the Storageset Table (Table 1–2). Change the storageset parameters to be the same as shown in the table using the set command where necessary.

  • Page 32: Verify Configuration

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade 1.9.6 Verify Configuration Before the host system is powered-on it is advisable to recheck the RAID Array 450 configuration with the pre-upgrade RAID Array 410 configuration. In this process compare the new settings with the original settings recorded on the blank forms provided in this document.

  • Page 33: Installing Storageworks Software

    Chapter 1. Digital Unix Duplicate this entry. Then replace all occurrences of "HSZ4" with "HSZ5" duplicate entry will then look like the one below. If you would prefer; you can just type in the entry below but the cut/paste is easier and less prone to error. /* HSZ50 */ {"DEC HSZ5", 12, DEV_HSZ50, (ALL_DTYPE_DIRECT <<...

  • Page 34: Hp-Ux

    Upgrading the RAID Array 410 to RAID Array 450 for HP–UX This chapter describes procedures to upgrade the RAID Array 410 controller and cache modules for the HP–UX platform. This chapter describes how to upgrade the RAID Array 410 controller and cache modules in both single controller and dual-redundant controller configurations.
  • Page 35 RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade • Included with the RAID Array 450 Version 5.0 software is the StorageWorks Command Console (SWCC) Agent. The SWCC Agent requires a dedicated communications LUN for normal operation. This LUN requires only a minimal amount of storage, 1 block.

  • Page 36: Preparing Your Host System

    2. Plug the serial connector into the 9-pin serial port/com port 1 of the maintenance terminal. If a 9-pin serial port is not available, use the 9-pin to 25-pin adapter (P/N: 12-45238-01) supplied with your StorageWorks RAID Array 410 Subsystem. 3. Plug the RJ12 connector from the maintenance terminal into the maintenance port on the RAID Array 410 controller (see Figure 2–1).

  • Page 37: Establishing Connection With A Maintenance Terminal

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade Figure 2− − 1 Making a Serial Connection to the 410 Controller 2.3.2 Establishing Connection with a Maintenance Terminal After connecting the maintenance terminal cable to the controller, press the Enter key. The CLI prompt appears in the window similar to the following: swxrc>...
  • Page 38 Chapter 2. HP–UX Fill in the controller configuration forms below: Controller: SWXRC-04 ZG43700116 Firmware V27Z-0, Hardware A02 Not configured for dual-redundancy SCSI address 7 Time: NOT SET Host port: SCSI target(s) ________ Preferred target(s) ________ Cache: 32 megabyte write cache, version 2 Cache is GOOD Battery is GOOD No unflushed data in cache...
  • Page 39 RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade If you have dual controllers, enter the following command: swxrc> show other_controller full Controller: SWXRC-04 ZG43700116 Firmware V27Z-0, Hardware A02 Configured for dual-redundancy SCSI address 6 Time: NOT SET Host port: SCSI target(s) ________ Preferred target(s) ________ Cache: 32 megabyte write cache, version 2 Cache is GOOD...
  • Page 40 Chapter 2. HP–UX Next, record the Logical Units you have configured: SWXRC> show unit full USES D100 SWITCHES: NOWRITE_PROTECT READ_CACHE WRITEBACK_CACHE MAXIMUM_CACHED_TRANSFER_SIZE = 32 STATE: ONLINE TO THIS CONTROLLER NOT RESERVED PREFERRED_PATH = THIS_CONTROLLER SIZE: 20547350 BLOCKS D200 SWITCHES: NOWRITE_PROTECT READ_CACHE WRITEBACK_CACHE MAXIMUM_CACHED_TRANSFER_SIZE = 32...

  • Page 41: Table 2-1 Logical Unit Table

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade Table 2–1 Logical Unit Table USES WRITE READ WRITEBACK PROTECT CACHE CACHE CACHED TRANSFER SIZE D300 2–8 EK–SM410–UP. A01...
  • Page 42 Chapter 2. HP–UX Next, verify the storagesets you have configured: swxrc> show storage full The controller responds with a display similar to that shown below: NAME STORAGESET USES USED BY STRIPESET DISK130 D100 DISK230 DISK330 DISK430 DISK530 DISK630 SWITCHES: CHUNKSIZE = 256 BLOCKS STATE: NORMAL DISK130 (MEMBER...

  • Page 43: Table 2-2 Storageset Table

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade Record the storageset information in Storageset Table (Table 2–2). The first row shows how to record for R5 of the sample: NOTE Not all column headings apply to all storagesets. Table 2–2 Storageset Table NAME STORAGE- USES...

  • Page 44: Remove Raid Array 410 Controller And Cache Modules

    Chapter 2. HP–UX Remove RAID Array 410 Controller and Cache Modules 2.5.1 Unmount Filesystems that Reside on the RAID Array From the Host Operating System. If you have not already done so as instructed in Section 2.2.2, you must now unmount from the host system any units that are accessed through a RAID Array 410 controller and follow the proper procedures that are specific for your operating system to shutdown the system.

  • Page 45: Figure 2-2 Raid Array 410 Controller Panel

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade CAUTION Never remove a controller while it is still servicing devices. Doing so may destroy data. Figure 2–2 RAID Array 410 Controller Panel 4. With a small blade screwdriver, loosen the captive screws on the trilink connector (see Figure 2–3) and remove the trilink from the front of the controller.

  • Page 46: Cache Module Removal

    Chapter 2. HP–UX 5. Remove the maintenance terminal cable (if attached). 6. Loosen the four mounting screws (refer to Figure 2–2) on each side of the front panel with a medium blade screwdriver. 7. Use a gentle up-and-down rocking motion to loosen the module from the shelf backplane.

  • Page 47: Connecting The Controller And Cache Module

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade Connecting the Controller and Cache Module Use this procedure to connect the controller and cache module in a single controller configuration. For a dual-redundant controller configuration, first repeat steps 2.6.1 and 2.6.2 for the second controller. To setup your subsystem for single controller operation, as shown in Figure 2−4, follow these steps: 1.

  • Page 48: Making A Serial Connection With The Raid Controller

    Chapter 2. HP–UX Figure 2− − 5 Connecting the Cache Module to the Cache Battery 4. Connect a maintenance terminal to the maintenance port of the new controller. 5. Insert the program card into the new controller(s). The program card eject button extends when the card is fully inserted.

  • Page 49: Restoring Raid Subsystem Configuration

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade Restoring RAID Subsystem Configuration 2.9.1 Setting Target IDs for the Controller Set the SCSI IDs to be used for your storagesets to the IDs that were recorded in Section 2.4 under “SHOW THIS CONTROLLER”. In this example, SCSI IDs 0, 1, 2, and 3 are used.

  • Page 50: Enable Storageset Options

    Chapter 2. HP–UX Example: HSZ> add stripeset [ name ] [ mirrorset ] [ mirrorset ] 2.9.4 Enable Storageset Options View the storagesets just created. HSZ> show storageset full Compare all the parameters in the listing with the Storageset Table (Table 2–2). Change the storageset parameters to be the same as shown in the table using the set command where necessary.

  • Page 51: Recreate Units

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade 2.9.5 Recreate Units Recreate the units recorded earlier in the Logical Unit Table (Table 2–1). The existing chunksize will be maintained in the new controller. The chunksize cannot be changed because you cannot use the “initialize” command. HSZ>...

  • Page 52: Verify Configuration

    Chapter 2. HP–UX 2.9.7 Verify Configuration Before the host system is powered-on it is advisable to recheck the RAID Array 450 configuration with the pre-upgrade RAID Array 410 configuration. In this process compare the new settings with the original settings recorded on the blank forms provided in this document.

  • Page 53: Upgrade The Host Configuration

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade Delete these files and directories, type rm -r *. 4. Edit the .profile file in korn shell or .cshrc file in c shell to remove the path to the utilities ($RAIDHOME410). 5. Remove any Manager/Monitor Utility autostart features that may have been added to “inittab”, “.rc”...

  • Page 54: Ibm Aix

    Upgrading the RAID Array 410 Controller to RAID Array 450 for IBM AIX This chapter describes procedures to upgrade the RAID Array 410 controller and cache modules for the IBM AIX platform. This chapter describes how to upgrade the RAID Array 410 controller and cache modules in both single controller and dual-redundant controller configurations.

  • Page 55: Tools Required

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade • Systems that will be upgraded from AIX 3.2.5 to AIX 4.2 should be backed up prior to the AIX and RAID Array 450 controller upgrades. The use of this method ensures that full and complete backups of a functioning system are made before any changes are undertaken.

  • Page 56: Preparing Your Host System

    Chapter 3. IBM AIX • After removing a module from the shelf, place the module into an approved antistatic bag or onto a grounded antistatic mat. • Remain grounded while installing a replacement module. CAUTION Follow program card guidelines or damage to the program card and controller software can result.
  • Page 57 RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade To create individual Level 0 backups of each filesystem use the System Management Interface Tool, SMIT. This is done by selecting the following SMIT menu choices: 1. System Storage Management (Physical & Logical Storage) 2.

  • Page 58: Record Device Configurations

    Chapter 3. IBM AIX 3.2.2 Record Device Configurations In the following device configuration table, record the output of the command: # lsdev -HCc disk Table 3–1 Device Configurations HDISK NAME STATUS LOCATION DESCRIPTION EK–SM410–UP. A01 3–5...

  • Page 59: Record Volume Group Configurations

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade 3.2.3 Record Volume Group Configurations In the following volume group configuration table, record the output of the command: # lspv Table 3–2 Volume Group Configurations HDISK NAME PHYSICAL VOLUME ID NUMBER VOLUME GROUP NAME 3–6 EK–SM410–UP.

  • Page 60: Record Mount Points

    Chapter 3. IBM AIX 3.2.4 Record Mount Points In the following mount point table, record the output of the command: # lsvg -o | lsvg -i -l Table 3–3 Mount Points VOLUME GROUP NAME LV NAME MOUNT POINT 3.2.5 Shutdown the System Shutdown the operating system using your normal procedure.

  • Page 61: Connecting The Cable

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade 3.3.1 Connecting the Cable To connect a maintenance terminal or PC to a RAID controller follow these steps: 1. Locate the connecting cable that came with the RAID subsystem. It has an RJ12 connector (similar to standard telephone plug) on one end and a 9-pin serial connector on the other end.

  • Page 62: Ibm Aix (Continued)

    Chapter 3. IBM AIX Recording Your Configuration Data In the following steps, you need to record your configuration for use later in this procedure. First, record the configuration of the controller(s): swxrc> show this_controller full Fill in the controller configuration forms below (dual-redundant example shown): Controller: SWXRC-04 ZG43700116 Firmware V27Z-0, Hardware A02 Configured for dual-redundancy with ZG43700109...
  • Page 63 RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade If you have dual controllers, enter the following command: swxrc show other_controller full > Controller: SWXRC-04 ZG43700109 Firmware V27Z-0, Hardware A02 Configured for dual-redundancy with ZG43700116 In dual-redundant configuration SCSI address 6 Time: NOT SET Host port: SCSI target(s) ________ Preferred target(s) ________ Cache:...
  • Page 64 Chapter 3. IBM AIX Record the Logical Units you have configured: swxrc> show unit full The controller responds with a display similar to that shown below: Uses RAIDS0 Switches: NOWRITE_PROTECT READ_CACHE WRITEBACK_CACHE MAXIMUM_CACHED_TRANSFER_SIZE = 32 State: ONLINE to this controller Not reserved Write cache good PREFERRED_PATH = THIS_CONTROLLER...

  • Page 65: Table 3-4 Logical Unit Table

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade Record, and mark when enabled, the information in the following table. The top line shows how to record entries for logical unit D0. Table 3–4 Logical Unit Table USES WRITE READ WRITEBACK PROTECT CACHE CACHE CACHED TRANSFER...
  • Page 66 Chapter 3. IBM AIX Next, verify the storagesets you have configured: swxrc> show storageset full The controller responds with a display similar to that shown below: Name Storageset Uses Used by MIRST200 stripeset MIR20A D200 MIR20B Switches: CHUNKSIZE = 256 blocks State: MIR20A (member...
  • Page 67 RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade Name Storageset Uses Used by MIR20B mirrorset DISK310 MIRST200 DISK410 Switches: POLICY (for replacement) = BEST_PERFORMANCE COPY (priority) = NORMAL READ_SOURCE = LEAST_BUSY MEMBERSHIP = 2, 2 members present State: DISK310 (member 0) is NORMAL DISK410 (member 1) is NORMAL...

  • Page 68: Table 3-5 Storageset Table

    Chapter 3. IBM AIX Record the storageset information in the table below. The first row shows an example of data recorded for a raidset. NOTE Not all column headings apply to all storagesets. Table 3–5 Storageset Table NAME STORAGE- USES USED POLICY COPY...

  • Page 69: Remove Raid Array 410 Controller And Cache Modules

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade Remove RAID Array 410 Controller and Cache Modules 3.5.1 Use the SHUTDOWN Command to Turn Off Controller Power To turn off the power to your RAID subsystem make sure you turn off the power properly by using the following steps: CAUTION If the correct steps for turning off the power to an...

  • Page 70: Figure 3-2 Raid Array 410 Controller Panel

    Chapter 3. IBM AIX Figure 3–2 RAID Array 410 Controller Panel 4. With a small blade screwdriver, loosen the captive screws on the trilink connector (see Figure 3-3) and remove the trilink from the front of the controller. If the new RAID Array 450 includes a trilink, move the cables and terminator to the new trilink once the controller is installed.

  • Page 71: Cache Module Removal

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade 7. Use a gentle up-and-down rocking motion to loosen the module from the shelf backplane. 8. Slide the module out of the shelf (noting which rails the module was seated in) and place on an approved ESD work surface or mat. 3.5.3 Cache Module Removal 1.

  • Page 72: Connecting The Controller And Cache Module

    Chapter 3. IBM AIX Connecting the Controller and Cache Module Use this procedure to connect the controller and cache module in a single controller configuration. For a dual-redundant controller configuration, repeat steps 3.6.1 and 3.6.2. To setup your subsystem for single controller operation, as shown in Figure 3−4, follow these steps: 1.

  • Page 73: Making A Serial Connection With The Raid Controller

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade 4. Connect a maintenance terminal to the maintenance port of the new controller. 5. Insert the Version 5.0 program card(s) into the new controller(s). The program card eject button extends when the card is fully inserted. 6.

  • Page 74: Add Disks To Configuration

    Chapter 3. IBM AIX 3.9.2 Add Disks to Configuration HSZ> run config 3.9.3 Recreate Storagesets NOTE Use the CLI “add” command to recreate the storagesets in the following command examples but DO NOT initialize the storageset using the “init” command or you will lose all data on the storageset. Using the information recorded on the Storageset Table (Table 3–5), recreate the storagesets.

  • Page 75: Recreate Units

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade Note that the unit (“USED BY” column) will be assigned in the next subsection. Also, the existing chunksize will be maintained in the new controller. The chunksize cannot be changed because you cannot use the “initialize” command. 3.9.5 Recreate Units Recreate the units recorded earlier in the Logical Unit Table (Table 3–4).

  • Page 76: Power-On Host System

    Chapter 3. IBM AIX • show units displays all of the logical units and storagesets previously recorded on the Logical Unit Table • show storagesets lists all of the containers recorded on the Storageset Table: • Check the logical unit Used by each of the storagesets •...

  • Page 77: Installing Aix Support Files And Cc Agent

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade 3.11.3 Installing AIX Support Files and CC Agent To install the AIX support files and the Command Console Agent, follow these steps from the Getting Started - RAID Array 450 V5.0 for IBM: As described in the Upgrade Prerequisites section (3.1.1), the CC Agent requires a Communications LUN for the RS/6000 to interface with the RAID Array 450.

  • Page 78: Recreating Filesystem Mount Points

    Chapter 3. IBM AIX 3.11.5 Recreating Filesystem Mount Points After an AIX Preservation Upgrade only, the filesystem mount points need to be recreated. Using the information recorded in the Mount Point Table (Table 3–3), recreate the mount points with the command: # mkdir [ mount point ] Now the filesystem(s) can be mounted with the SMIT utility or the mount command.

  • Page 79: Controller Upgrade Roadmap

    Upgrading the RAID Array 410 to RAID Array 450 for Sun Solaris This chapter describes procedures to remove and replace the controller and cache modules of the RAID Array 410 when operating on Solaris 2.4 and 2.5 platforms. This chapter describes how to remove and replace the controller and cache modules in both single controller and dual-redundant controller configurations.

  • Page 80: Upgrade Prerequisites

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade 4.1.1 Upgrade Prerequisites Before replacing the RAID Array 410 controller(s) and cache module(s), please review the following: • The RAID Array 450 is supported on Sun Solaris Versions 2.4, 2.5, and 2.5.1. If necessary, upgrade your operating system before the controller and cache module upgrade is attempted.

  • Page 81: Preparing Your Host System

    2. Plug the serial connector into the 9-pin serial port/com port 1 of the maintenance terminal. If a 9-pin serial port is not available, use the 9-pin to 24-pin adapter (P/N 12-45238-01) supplied with your StorageWorks RAID Array 410 Subsystem. EK–SM410–UP. A01...

  • Page 82: Establishing Connection With A Sparc System

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade 3. Plug the RJ12 connector into the maintenance port on the RAID controller 4. Note which serial port you use because you will need that information if using a communications program. Figure 4–1 Making a Serial Connection to the Controller 4.3.3 Establishing Connection with a SPARC System To set up your SPARC system for connection to the 410 controller, follow these steps: 1.

  • Page 83: Establishing Connection With A Maintenance Terminal

    Chapter 4. Sun Solaris 4.3.4 Establishing Connection with a Maintenance Terminal After connecting the maintenance terminal cable to the controller, press the Enter key. The CLI prompt appears in the window similar to the following: swxrc> Recording Your Configuration Data In the following steps, you need to record your configuration for use later in this procedure.

  • Page 84: For Dual Controllers Only

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade 4.4.2 For Dual Controllers Only Verify the other controller’s configuration: swxrc> show other_controller full Fill in the blanks below. Controller: SWXRC-04 ZG43700116 Firmware V27Z-0, Hardware A02 In dual-redundant configuration SCSI address 6 Time: NOT SET Host port: SCSI target(s) ________ Preferred target(s) ________ Cache:...

  • Page 85: Record Logical Units

    Chapter 4. Sun Solaris 4.4.3 Record Logical Units Verify the Logical Units by entering: swxrc> show unit full Uses D100 Switches: NOWRITE_PROTECT READ_CACHE WRITEBACK_CACHE MAXIMUM_CACHED_TRANSFER_SIZE = 32 State: ONLINE to this controller Not reserved PREFERRED_PATH = THIS_CONTROLLER Size: 20547350 blocks D200 Switches: NOWRITE_PROTECT...

  • Page 86: Table 4-1 Logical Unit Table

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade Record, and mark when enabled, the information in the following table. The top line shows how to record entries for D300 of the sample. Table 4–1 Logical Unit Table USES WRITE READ WRITEBACK PROTECT CACHE CACHE CACHED...
  • Page 87 Chapter 4. Sun Solaris Next, verify the storagesets you have configured: swxrc> show storagesets full The controller responds with a display similar to that shown below: Name Storageset Uses Used by stripeset DISK130 D100 DISK230 DISK330 DISK430 DISK530 DISK630 Switches: CHUNKSIZE = 256 blocks State: NORMAL...

  • Page 88: Table 4-2 Storageset Table

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade Record the storageset information in the Storageset Table (Table 4–2). The first row shows how to record for R5 of the sample: NOTE Not all column headings apply to all storagesets. Table 4–2 Storageset Table NAME STORAGE- USES...

  • Page 89: Remove Raid Array 410 Controller And Cache Modules

    2. Unsnap and remove the ESD shield covering the program card by pulling out on the two retainer buttons. 3. Remove the program card by pushing the eject button on the controller. Pull the card out and return it to Digital Equipment Corporation. EK–SM410–UP. A01 4–11...

  • Page 90: Figure 4-2 Raid Array 410 Controller Panel

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade Figure 4–2 RAID Array 410 Controller Panel 4. With a small blade screwdriver, loosen the captive screws on the trilink connector (see Figure 4–3) and remove the trilink from the front of the controller. Removing cables or terminators from the trilink will interrupt the host SCSI bus, preventing access to other SCSI devices.

  • Page 91: Installing The Raid Array 450 Cache Module(S), Controller(S),.And Ecb

    Chapter 4. Sun Solaris 5. Remove the maintenance terminal cable (if attached). 6. Loosen the four mounting screws (refer to Figure 4–2) on each side of the front panel with a medium blade screwdriver. 7. Use a gentle up-and-down rocking motion to loosen the module from the shelf backplane.

  • Page 92: Connecting The Controller And Cache Module

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade Connecting the Controller and Cache Module 1. Reattach the trilink connector(s) to the controller(s). 2. For a single subsystem configuration, attach a terminator to the available port of the trilink connector. For a multiple subsystem configuration, attach one end of a second bus cable to the available port of the trilink connector.

  • Page 93: Restoring Raid Array Configuration

    Chapter 4. Sun Solaris Restoring RAID Array Configuration 4.8.1 Entering CLI Commands The CLI supports the following Command Line Editing functions: Table 4–3 CLI Recall and Edit Commands Function Up arrow or Ctrl/B, Down Steps backward and forward through the five most recent Arrow or Ctrl/N CLI commands.

  • Page 94: For Dual-Redundant Configurations Only

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade Wait for the HSZ> prompt then set time according to the following example: Example: HSZ> set this_controller time = 21–JAN–1997:13:30:00 Check the controller configuration by entering: HSZ> show this_controller 4.8.3 For Dual-redundant Configurations Only After power-on wait for the HSZ>...

  • Page 95: Recreate Storagesets

    Chapter 4. Sun Solaris 4.10 Recreate Storagesets NOTE Use the CLI “add” command to recreate the Storagesets in the following command examples but DO NOT initialize the storageset using the “init” command or you will lose all data on the storageset. Recreate the storagesets recorded earlier in the Storageset Table (Table 4–2).

  • Page 96: Recreate Units

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade AUTOSPARE HSZ> set failedset autospare HSZ> set failedset noautospare Note that the unit (“USED BY” column) will be assigned in the next subsection. Also, the existing chunksize will be maintained in the new controller. The chunksize cannot be changed because you cannot use the “initialize”...

  • Page 97: Verify Configuration

    Chapter 4. Sun Solaris 4.12 Verify Configuration Before the host system is powered-on it is advisable to recheck the RAID Array 450 configuration with the pre-upgrade RAID Array 410 configuration. In this process compare the new settings with the original settings recorded on the blank forms provided in this document.

  • Page 98: Removing Existing Storageworks Manager

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade 4.14 Removing Existing StorageWorks Manager The RAID Manager and Monitor Utilities used with the V2.7 software and RAID Array 410 controller is not compatible with the upgraded V50 software and RAID Array 450 controller. Remove these utilities from your system as follows: 1.

  • Page 99: Upgrade Road Map

    Upgrading the RAID Array 410 to RAID Array 450 for Windows NT This chapter describes procedures to remove and replace the controller and cache modules for the Windows NT platform. This chapter describes how to remove and replace the controller and cache modules in both single controller and dual-redundant controller configurations.

  • Page 100: Upgrade Prerequisites

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade 5.1.1 Upgrade Prerequisites Before upgrading the RAID Array 410 controller(s) and cache module(s), please review the following: • The RAID Array 450 is supported on WNT 3.51 and WNT 4.0. If you are running WNT 3.51, upgrade your HSZ controller driver (HSZDISK.SYS) to Version 2.51 or later.

  • Page 101: Precautions

    Chapter 5. Windows NT 5.1.3 Precautions In general, you should follow routine ESD protection procedures when handling controller modules and cache modules and when working around the cabinet and shelf that houses the modules. Follow these guidelines to further minimize ESD problems: •...

  • Page 102: Attach A Maintenance Terminal

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade Figure 5− − 1 Making a Serial Connection to the 410 Controller Attach a Maintenance Terminal A hardware maintenance terminal is a PC with a serial port. Follow this procedure to connect a maintenance terminal. Set your terminal at 9600 baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, and no parity.

  • Page 103: Recording Your Configuration Data

    Chapter 5. Windows NT Recording Your Configuration Data In the following steps, you need to record your configuration for use later in this procedure. First, record the controller configuration. Record the following information in the blanks below (SCSI Targets, Preferred Targets, Cache Flush Timer, Cache Policy, and Host Functionality Mode): swxrc>...
  • Page 104 RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade If you have dual controllers, enter the following command: swxrc> show other_controller full Fill in the blanks below. Controller: SWXRC-04 ZG43700116 Firmware V27Z-0, Hardware A02 Configured for dual-redundancy SCSI address 7 Time: NOT SET Host port: SCSI target(s) ________ Preferred target(s) ________ Cache:...
  • Page 105 Chapter 5. Windows NT In the following steps, you should record your configuration for future reference. Next, record the Logical Units you have configured: swxrc> show units full The controller responds with a display similar to that shown below: Uses D100 Switches: NOWRITE_PROTECT...

  • Page 106: Table 5-1 Logical Unit Table

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade Table 5–1 Logical Unit Table USES WRITE READ WRITEBACK PROTECT CACHE CACHE CACHED TRANSFER SIZE D300 5–8 EK–SM410–UP. A01...
  • Page 107 Chapter 5. Windows NT Next, record the storagesets you have configured: swxrc> show storagesets full The controller responds with a display similar to that shown below: Name Storageset Uses Used by stripeset DISK130 D100 DISK230 DISK330 DISK430 DISK530 DISK630 Switches: CHUNKSIZE = 256 blocks State: NORMAL...

  • Page 108: Table 5-2 Storageset Table

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade Record the storageset information in the Storageset Table (Table 5–2).The first row shows how to record for R5 of the sample. NOTE Not all column headings apply to all storagesets. Table 5–2 Storageset Table NAME STORAGE- USES...

  • Page 109: Remove Raid Array 410 Controller And Cache Modules

    Chapter 5. Windows NT Remove RAID Array 410 Controller and Cache Modules 5.5.1 Use the SHUTDOWN Command and Turn Off Controller Power To turn off the power to your controller subsystem make sure you turn off the power properly by using the following steps: CAUTION If the correct steps for turning off the power to an SWXRC-04 controller are not followed, there is a...

  • Page 110: Figure 5-2 Trilink Connector

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade Figure 5–2 Trilink Connector 3. With a small blade screwdriver, loosen the captive screws on the trilink connector (see Figure 5–2) and remove the trilink from the front of the controller. Do not remove cables or terminators from the trilink or you will interrupt the host SCSI bus. You will have to work around any SCSI cable or terminator connections when removing the trilink.

  • Page 111: Cache Module Removal

    Chapter 5. Windows NT 6. Use a gentle up-and-down rocking motion to loosen the module from the shelf backplane. 7. Slide the controller module out of the shelf (noting which rails the module was seated in) and place on an approved ESD work surface or mat. 5.5.3 Cache Module Removal 1.

  • Page 112: Figure 5−4 Attaching The Connecting Cables

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade Connecting the Controller and Cache Module To setup your subsystem for controller operation, as shown in Figure 5−4, follow these steps: 1. Reconnect the trilink connector to the controller host port. Figure 5− − 4 Attaching the Connecting Cables 2.

  • Page 113: Windows Nt (Continued)

    Chapter 5. Windows NT 3. Reconnect the maintenance terminal to the maintenance port of the new RAID controller as shown in Figure 5–6. Figure 5− − 6 Making a Serial Connection to the HSZ50 Controller 4. Insert the new program card with HSOF Version 5.0 into the new controller. The program card eject button extends when the card is fully inserted.

  • Page 114: Restoring Raid Subsystem Configuration

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade Restoring RAID Subsystem Configuration 5.9.1 Setting Target IDs for the Controller Set the SCSI IDs to be used for your storagesets to the IDs that were recorded in Section 3.4 under “SHOW THIS CONTROLLER.” In this example, SCSI IDs 0, 1, 2, and 3 are used.

  • Page 115: Recreate Storagesets

    Chapter 5. Windows NT 5.9.3 Recreate Storagesets NOTE Use the CLI “add” command to recreate the Storagesets in the following command examples but DO NOT initialize the storageset using the “init” command or you will lose all data on the storageset. Recreate the storagesets recorded earlier in the Storageset Table (Table 5–2).

  • Page 116: Recreate Units

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade RECONSTRUCT HSZ> set [ name ] reconstruct=normal HSZ> set [ name ] reconstruct=fast AUTOSPARE HSZ> set failedset autospare HSZ> set failedset noautospare Note that the unit (“USED BY” column) will be assigned in the next subsection. Also, the existing chunksize will be maintained in the new controller.

  • Page 117: Verify Configuration

    Chapter 5. Windows NT READ_CACHE HSZ> set [ LUN ] read_cache HSZ> set [ LUN ] noread_cache MAXIMUM_CACHED_TRANSFER_SIZE HSZ> set [ LUN ] maximum_cached_transfer_size=[ number ] where [ number ] is a number from 1 through 1024. 5.9.7 Verify Configuration Before the host system is powered-on it is advisable to recheck the RAID Array 450 configuration with the pre-upgrade RAID Array 410 configuration.

  • Page 118: Upgrade Road Map

    Upgrading the RAID Array 410 to RAID Array 450 for NetWare–PCI This chapter describes procedures to remove and replace the controller and cache modules for the NetWare–PCI platform. This chapter describes how to upgrade the 410 controller and cache module for single controller configurations.

  • Page 119: Upgrade Prerequisites

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade 6.1.1 Upgrade Prerequisites Before upgrading the RAID Array 410 controller and cache module, please review the following: • One platform kit is required for each controller. In addition to other components, the platform kit includes the HSOF Version 5.0 Program Card required for controller operation.

  • Page 120: Preparing Your Host System

    Chapter 6. NetWare–PCI Preparing Your Host System Before starting the upgrade process you will need to prepare your system. This includes performing a complete system backup, recording the volume group configurations, and shutting down the system. 6.2.1 Backup Data Files As a precaution before starting this procedure you should backup the entire system, especially data stored on the RAID Array.

  • Page 121: Establishing Connection With A Maintenance Terminal

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade 6.3.3 Establishing Connection with a Maintenance Terminal After connecting the maintenance terminal cable to the controller, press the Enter key. The CLI prompt appears in the window similar to the following: swxrc> Recording Your Configuration Data In the following steps, you need to record your configuration for use later in this procedure.
  • Page 122 Chapter 6. NetWare–PCI In the following steps, you should record your configuration for future reference. Next, record the Logical Units you have configured: swxrc> show units full The controller responds with a display similar to that shown below: Uses D100 Switches: NOWRITE_PROTECT READ_CACHE...

  • Page 123: Table 6-1 Logical Unit Table

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade Table 6–1 Logical Unit Table USES WRITE READ WRITEBACK PROTECT CACHE CACHE CACHED TRANSFER SIZE D300 6–6 EK–SM410–UP. A01...
  • Page 124 Chapter 6. NetWare–PCI Next, record the storagesets you have configured: swxrc> show storagesets full The controller responds with a display similar to that shown below: Name Storageset Uses Used by stripeset DISK130 D100 DISK230 DISK330 DISK430 DISK530 DISK630 Switches: CHUNKSIZE = 256 blocks State: NORMAL DISK130 (member...

  • Page 125: Table 6-2 Storageset Table

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade Record the storageset information in the Storageset Table (Table 6–2). The first row shows how to record for R5 of the sample: NOTE Not all column headings apply to all storagesets. Table 6–2 Storageset Table NAME STORAGE- USES...

  • Page 126: Remove Raid Array 410 Controller And Cache Modules

    Chapter 6. NetWare–PCI Remove RAID Array 410 Controller and Cache Modules 6.5.1 Use the SHUTDOWN Command and Turn Off Controller Power To turn off the power to your controller subsystem make sure you turn off the power properly by using the following steps: CAUTION If the correct steps for turning off the power to an SWXRC-04 controller are not followed, there is a...

  • Page 127: Figure 6-2 Trilink Connector

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade 3. With a small blade screwdriver, loosen the captive screws on the trilink connector (see Figure 6–2) and remove the trilink from the front of the controller. Do not remove the cable or terminator from the trilink or you will interrupt the host SCSI bus.

  • Page 128: Cache Module Removal

    Chapter 6. NetWare–PCI 6. Use a gentle up-and-down rocking motion to loosen the module from the shelf backplane. 7. Slide the module out of the shelf (noting which rails the module was seated in) and place on an approved ESD work surface or mat. 6.5.3 Cache Module Removal 1.

  • Page 129: Connecting The Controller And Cache Module

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade Connecting the Controller and Cache Module Use this procedure to connect the controller and cache module in a single controller configuration as shown in Figure 6−4. 1. Reconnect the trilink connector and host cables and attach the trilink connector to the controller host port.

  • Page 130: Establishing Connection With A Maintenance Terminal

    Chapter 6. NetWare–PCI 3. Connect a maintenance terminal to the maintenance port of the new controller as shown in Figure 6–6. Figure 6− − 6 Making a Serial Connection to the HSZ50 Controller 4. Insert the new program card with HSOF Version 5.0 into the new controller. The program card eject button extends when the card is fully inserted.

  • Page 131: Restoring Raid Subsystem Configuration

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade Restoring RAID Subsystem Configuration 6.9.1 Setting Target IDs for the Controller Set the SCSI IDs to be used for your storagesets to the IDs that were recorded in Section 3.4 under “SHOW THIS CONTROLLER.” In this example, SCSI IDs 0, 1, 2, and 3 are used.

  • Page 132: Enable Storageset Options

    Chapter 6. NetWare–PCI If the storageset is a striped mirrorset, the form of the command line is slightly different than shown. Example: HSZ> add stripeset [ name ] [ mirrorset ] [ mirrorset ] 6.9.4 Enable Storageset Options View the storagesets just created. HSZ>...

  • Page 133: Recreate Units

    RAID Array 410 to 450 Upgrade 6.9.5 Recreate Units Recreate the units recorded earlier in the Logical Unit Table (Table 6–1). HSZ> add unit [ LUN ] [ uses ] Use the add unit command once for each LUN entry in the table. If the unit in the previous example (from Table 6–1) is D300 the form of the command line you would type is: HSZ>...

  • Page 134: Verify Configuration

    Chapter 6. NetWare–PCI 6.9.7 Verify Configuration Before the host system is powered-on it is advisable to recheck the RAID Array 450 configuration with the pre-upgrade RAID Array 410 configuration. In this process compare the new settings with the original settings recorded on the blank forms provided in this document.
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