Arxys ArcGIS Data Appliance 7.2 Quick Start Manual

ArcGIS Data Appliance 7.2
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New User
Quick Start Guide
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Overview
The purpose of the Quick Start Guide is to walk you quickly and easily through the setup
of ArcGIS Data Appliance 7.2. This Quick Start Guide is for use with ArcGIS Server.
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The setup consists of the following steps:
Step 1 Unpack the Components
Step 2

Install the Data Appliance

Step 3

Cable the Data Appliance

Step 4

Power On Data Appliance

Step 5

System Licensing and Activation

Step 6

Apply Windows Updates and Configure Network Settings

Step 7

Verify the Data Collections

Step 8 Create Arcgis Users on Data Appliance
Step 9 Create Shares
Step 10 Configure The Cache Directories
Step 11 Publish Services
Step 12 Use Services
Before Starting
ArcGIS Server 10.6.1 or later is required for ArcGIS Data Appliance 7.2. If you
purchased a license for ArcGIS Data Appliance with ArcGIS Server, install ArcGIS Server
before performing the steps in this Quick Start Guide. For more information on what's
Supported, visit links.esri.com/data-appliance/7.2/system-requirements.
Important: It is imperative that care and precautions be taken when handling the data
collection hard drives. The hard drives are sensitive to shock as well as electrostatic
discharge. Make sure precautions are taken to eliminate any built-up static. The use of a
grounding strap is highly recommended while you handle the hard drives.
1
Unpack the Components
ArcGIS Data Appliance is delivered in multiple boxes containing the data col-
lection hard disk drives.
If you purchased . . .
ArcGIS Data Appliance World Basic
ArcGIS Data Appliance World Standard
ArcGIS Data Appliance World Advanced
ArcGIS Data Appliance North America Standard
ArcGIS Data Appliance North America Advanced
See arcgis_data_appliance.pdf on the ArcGIS Data Appliance 7.2 Help
Documentation DVD for details on these collections.
For details on the hardware components, see arxys.com/company/support
under Arxys Support Documentation, and select the DataX Appliance Esri
ArcGIS tab.
2
Install the Data Appliance
ArcGIS Data Appliance ships with side rails that slide into the adjustable
rails installed in the computer equipment rack. Depending on the depth of
your rack cabinet, adjustments to the sliding rails may be required. Use the
mounting screws provided to attach the sliding rails to your cabinet. Install
ArcGIS Data Appliance into the computer equipment rack without the data
collection hard disk drives installed.
See Arxys's Support page, https://www.arxys.com/company/support/, for
additional documentation with detailed instructions.
A. Install the data collection hard disk drives with Data Appliance powered
off. Handle each drive with care and observe electrostatic discharge
(ESD) best practices when handling the drives.
B. Each data collection hard drive is labeled according to the collection
it belongs to, as well as the number of drives contained in each data
collection. Install the data collections in alphabetical succession (i.e.,
Collection A, Collection B, Collection C, etc.). Install the hard drives
for each collection sequentially (i.e., Disk 1 of 8, Disk 2 of 8, etc.). The
installation process varies according to which data collections you
purchased. Insert the drive tray into the chassis. Press the drive carrier
handle closed until it clicks into place.
C. Verify that all drives from each set are present. If you find that a drive
is missing, immediately stop the installation procedure and contact
Arxys technical support.
D. Make sure all drives from the data collections are installed in ArcGIS
Data Appliance.
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Collections A and B
Collections B, C, and D
Collections B, C, and E
Collections B, F, and G
Collections B, F, and H
3
Cable the Data Appliance
ArcGIS Data Appliance hardware requires two AC power sources. Two
power cords are included. Connect both power cords. Connect a monitor
to the video port as well as a keyboard and mouse to their respective USB
ports. Network connectivity is required during the operation of ArcGIS Data
Appliance. Plug an Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port of Data Appliance.
For detailed instructions, see arxys.com/company/support under Arxys
Support Documentation, and select the DataX Appliance Esri ArcGIS tab.
4
Power On Data Appliance
To turn on ArcGIS Data Appliance, press the power button located on the
front of Data Appliance. The Microsoft
system performs a number of system checks to verify the integrity of the file
system. During this time, the hard drive activity LEDs on Data Appliance will
blink. Allow Data Appliance to boot uninterrupted.
5
System Licensing and Activation
Once the system boots and reaches the final section of Windows Setup,
follow the on-screen instructions.
A. Select the appropriate Country/Region, App Language, and Keyboard
layout. Click Next.
B. Type the product key found on the Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity
(COA) label located on the top front left corner of the system and click
Next.
C. Accept the Microsoft Software License Terms by clicking Accept.
D. Follow the instructions to set the administrative password for the system
and click Finish.
E. At the login screen, press Ctrl+Alt+Delete.
F. Select the Administrator account and log in to display the Windows
desktop.
Note: Refer to the ArcGIS Data Appliance User Guide for Windows on the
Arxys website for information on activating Windows without internet access
or for additional details on system setup.
6
Apply Windows Updates and Configure
Network Settings
Read the following before continuing: ArcGIS Data Appliance ships with
the Microsoft Windows Server 2019 operating system. Microsoft routinely
releases updates and patches to improve stability and security. Any updates
released after ArcGIS Data Appliance has shipped will need to be applied.
Consult your network administrator for the information needed to configure
the network with a static IP address on the Data Appliance: IP address,
subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server
A. Sign in to ArcGIS Data Appliance as an administrator.
B. On the Server Manager Dashboard, select Local Server from the menu
on the left.
C. Locate Ethernet, and click the link to display the network connections
list.
D. Right-click the Ethernet 1 Ethernet connection, click Properties, and
double-click Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4).
E. Type the network information in the appropriate sections and click OK.
The network setup is complete.
Note: Refer to the ArcGIS Data Appliance User Guide for Windows on the
Arxys website for additional details on system setup.
7
Verify the Data Collections
Before utilizing the data collections, the health of the RAID arrays must
be verified. ArcGIS Data Appliance ships with the LSI Storage Authority
(LSA) utility preinstalled. This utility will be used to verify the status of the
datasets.
A. Sign in to ArcGIS Data Appliance as an administrator.
B. From the desktop, locate the Launch LSA shortcut and double-click it
to start the utility.
C. Select the discovered server and select the option to Sign In.
D. Type the ArcGIS Data Appliance Administrator user name and password
and click Sign In.
E. The LSI Storage Authority Dashboard is displayed.
F. If the status for the collections are
healthy and ready to use. If something other than
immediately stop and contact Arxys technical support.
G. Exit the LSI Storage Authority utility.
8
Create ArcGIS Users
The ArcGIS user on ArcGIS Server must be created on ArcGIS Data
Appliance.
A. Sign in to ArcGIS Data Appliance as an administrator.
B. Right-click the Start menu and select Computer Management.
C. In the Computer Management application, in the left pane, click Local
Users and Groups to expand the tree, and click the Users directory. In
the main pane, right-click and select New User. The New User wizard is
displayed.
D. Use the New User wizard to create the user in the following table. The
password must be configured to match the password for the respective
account on ArcGIS Server, and the password must be set to never expire.
User Name Full Name
arcgis ArcGIS Server Account
E. Click Create to create the new user on ArcGIS Data Appliance.
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