Prerequisites; Connectivity; Java; Hardware And Operating Systems - Dell EMC VxFlex Ready Node 14G Manual

Component

Prerequisites

Connectivity

Java

Hardware and operating systems

Requirement
Do not install the VxFlex OS Gateway on a server on which RFcache will be enabled or on
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which SDC will be installed.
The VxFlex OS Gateway server must have connectivity to all the nodes that are being
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installed. If you are using separate networks for management and data, the server must be
able to communicate with both networks.
The following prerequisites are relevant to using VxFlex OS software in the VxFlex
Ready Node environment.
Ensure that you have the following information at hand:
The IP address range, subnet, and gateway IP addresses for the management and
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data network for all servers.
The IP address range, subnet, and gateway IP addresses for the BMC (iDRAC)
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port for all servers.
All root and administrator passwords that you plan to set or use on the server and
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BMC (iDRAC).
To connect via a service PC or laptop computer using SSH/RDP:
Ensure that the computer has a functional network port and an available IP
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address, subnet, and gateway on the management network.
For console operations (KVM access):
Ensure that you have either a VGA tool kit to allow console connection from a
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laptop computer to a server, or a computer screen and keyboard connection to the
rack.
These Java versions are required:
Use
VxFlex OS GUI
BMC (iDRAC) management client (Java
console)
In your internet browser, ensure that pop-ups are enabled for Java console features.
Ensure that all hardware is assembled as described in the VxFlex Ready Node Hardware
Installation Guide .
Unless otherwise specified in this guide, install the operating system in the server's
BOSS device and configure IP addresses.
Required version
Java 1.8 latest update
Java 1.7 latest update

Prerequisites

Introduction
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