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Page 1 Setup Guide ISC - Storage Area Network (SAN) Appliance ISC-1208s 12-bay / 2U Model www.stonefly.com www.iscsi.com...
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Page 3 All rights are reserved. No part of this document may be photocopied or reproduced without the prior written consent of StoneFly. The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. StoneFly shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
: ..........36 TEPS TO OMPLETE EFORE ETTING P THE YSTEM 3.1.11 ............36 TTACHING AND EMOVING THE RONT EZEL 3.1.12 ) ......... 37 ONNECTING TO XTERNAL TORAGE ESOURCES PTIONAL V8.0.3x © StoneFly Inc. | All rights reserved Page 3...
Page 6: Introduction
This guide provides the information needed to perform the out-of-the-box setup and configuration tasks for the StoneFly ISC™ storage appliance. After completing the steps in this guide, proceed to the StoneFly Storage Concentrator User’s Guide. Refer to “Chapter 2 – Administrative Interface” for information on how to efficiently and effectively manage data storage, data protection, and data delivery on your network.
Page 8: Product Overview
Figure 1: ISC-1208s 12-Bay Model (with bezel) StoneFly ISC comes in four standard configurations:...
Page 9: Isc Features And Benefits
• Maximizes utilization of storage resources Responds to changes quickly • Mirroring Supports both local and remote, synchronous and asynchronous mirroring with StoneFly Reflection™ and StoneFly Replicator(R) CDP software Disk-to-Disk backup • Simultaneous backup streams from multiple servers for faster, more reliable backups.
Page 10: Theory Of Operation
2.2. Theory of Operation The StoneFly ISC is the mediator between hosts and storage devices in an IP network. IP-based Storage Area Networks (IP SANs) use the iSCSI protocol over an Ethernet and TCP/IP network. ISC also offers Network Attached Storage (NAS) which allows multiple host/users share files over an Ethernet network.
Page 11: Ack Nd Torage
3. Computer must have one of the following browsers: a. FireFox 1.0 or later or Netscape 4.7 or later (Windows PC or Linux) b. Internet Explorer 5.0 or later (Windows PC only) V8.0.3x © StoneFly Inc. | All rights reserved Page 10...
Page 12: Setting Up A Simple Ip San Using An Isc
Connect the servers to the Gigabit Ethernet switch. 3.1.8 Set up the initiators on the servers to recognize the provisioned storage volumes and configuring security settings. Figure 2: A typical configuration of ISC V8.0.3x © StoneFly Inc. | All rights reserved Page 11...
Page 13: Safety Information
CE Mark (EN 455022, Class A/EN 455024) Product Registration To initiate StoneFly customer service for your product, you must first register your ISC. Go to the StoneFly web site at: www.stonefly.com/support/register.asp or mail in the registration card that was included with your ISC.
Page 14: Contacting Stonefly For Help
Initiators: ____________________________ Storage: _____________________________ Storage Serial Number(s): _______________ To contact StoneFly, call 510.265.1616 and select support from the menu or go to the StoneFly support page at https://www.stonefly.com/support and fill out the contact form. V8.0.3x © StoneFly Inc. | All rights reserved...
Page 16: Setting Up The Isc
• This setup guide 3.1.2 Rack Installation Instructions This section provides information on installing the StoneFly ISC appliance into a rack or cabinet with the rails provided. There are a variety of rack/cabinet units on the market, which may mean that the assembly procedure will differ slightly.
Page 17 1. Pull the inner rail out of the outer rail until it is fully extended as illustrated below. 2. Press the locking tab down to release the inner rail. 3. Pull the inner rail all the way out. 4. Repeat for the other outer rail. V8.0.3x © StoneFly Inc. | All rights reserved Page 16...
Page 21 Note: The figure above is for illustrative purposes only. Always install servers to the bottom of the rack first. Caution: Do not pick up the server with the front handles. They are designed to pull the system from a rack only. V8.0.3x © StoneFly Inc. | All rights reserved Page 20...
Page 22: Configuring The Network Settings
User’s Guide for complete details. 3.1.5 Cabling the System To cable the StoneFly ISC system, follow these steps: Configure a PC and the ISC as described in the section 3.1.4. Refer to the MGMT port indicator in the following picture.
Page 23 Connect the power cords to the two power cord connections on the back panel. With the front bezel removed power on the ISC. It may take several minutes for the ISC to boot. Power Button Figure 10: ISC-1208s Front Pane (without bezel) 4. Launch your web browser. In the URL field type: https://192.168.0.254 A security alert screen appears.
Page 24: Configuring The Network Settings For The Isc Management Port
At the password prompt type coni100o and hit Enter. Note that the User ID and password are case sensitive. Using the Storage Concentrator Service menu, enter 2 to select Network. V8.0.3x © StoneFly Inc. | All rights reserved Page 23...
Page 25: Configuring The Network Settings For The Ipmi Kvm
GUI becomes available once the CLI is closed. At this point, it should be possible to login to the web GUI for the StoneFly ISC appliance by browing to the management IP address that you just configured in the last step. Once logged in, you should configure the SAN data network settings.
Page 26 On the BIOS screen, navigate to the Advanced tab and select IPMI Configuration. The IPMI configuration screen will be displayed. Select Set LAN Configuration. The network settings will be displayed V8.0.3x © StoneFly Inc. | All rights reserved Page 25...
Page 27 Same as the ISC’s Management port Update LAN Settings Press the F10 key to save the changes and exit. Note: Power cycle the system for the new IPMI IP Address to take effect. V8.0.3x © StoneFly Inc. | All rights reserved Page 26...
Page 28 IP address you configured in the last section. Enter the following information in the login screen: Username: ADMIN • Password: ADMIN • Select the Remote Control tab to access the system console. V8.0.3x © StoneFly Inc. | All rights reserved Page 27...
Page 29 StoneFly ISC Setup Guide Initial Installation Select Launch Console to open the system console. The console screen will appear as shown above. V8.0.3x © StoneFly Inc. | All rights reserved Page 28...
Page 30: Stonefusion™ Software Configuration
Initial Installation 3.1.6 StoneFusion™ Software Configuration StoneFly ISC comes pre-installed with StoneFly’s Software Defined Storage (SDS) solution: StoneFusion. This section describes the configuration process for the StoneFusion software. Figure 11: StoneFusion Login Screen 6. In the User ID field type: admin 7.
Page 31 Password and directory. Select Passive or Non Passive and click Submit. Both methods can be used, but at least one should be configured to ensure recovery if needed. 13. Navigate to Admin > General. The System Admin screen will appear. V8.0.3x © StoneFly Inc. | All rights reserved Page 30...
Page 32 16. Click Submit. 17. Navigate to Network > Data Port. The Local iSCSI Data Port Settings screen appears with the current system (factory) settings. Most fields are blank. V8.0.3x © StoneFly Inc. | All rights reserved Page 31...
Page 33 Concentrator. Navigate to the System > Admin > General screen and click on Reboot. If no changes are desired continue to the next step to configure the Management Port. 23. Click on Management Port. The Management Port Settings screen appears. V8.0.3x © StoneFly Inc. | All rights reserved Page 32...
Page 34 Depending on the speed of your browser connection, you may not see this screen. Your changes will still take effect, however you will need to manually set your browser’s URL to point to the new IP address. V8.0.3x © StoneFly Inc. | All rights reserved Page 33...
Page 35: Setting Up Routing
Host GbE Port Settings screen. For example, if the ISC network setting is 26.34.128.50 and the host network setting is 106.39.212.6, a route to the host must be configured. V8.0.3x © StoneFly Inc. | All rights reserved Page 34...
Page 36: Confirming Setup
Launch your web browser. In the URL address field, type the IP address you set up for the Management GbE port during the configuration process. Be sure to include https:// in the address. V8.0.3x © StoneFly Inc. | All rights reserved Page 35...
Page 37: Steps To Complete Before Setting Up The System
SAN disconnections. 3.1.11 Attaching and Removing the Front Bezel Follow the below steps when attaching or removing the front bezel of the StoneFly ISC: • Attach the front bezel after initial installation is completed. This will help prevent damage to the drives during everyday use.
Page 38: Connecting To External Storage Resources (Optional)
Data Ports (Do not connect) Figure 17: Back Panel of ISC-1208s StoneFly ISC appliances have an option for connecting additional storage devices using external SAS expansion units. SAS Expansion The standard ISC has an internal SAS RAID controller. The technology allows for an additional port on the rear apron of the RAID controller.
Page 40 StoneFly ISC Setup Guide Troubleshooting Refer to the following table for helpful hints on solving some of the most common problems. If you cannot find a resolution to your problem here, contact StoneFly. Call 510.265.1616 and select support from the menu. Problem...
Page 41 Type the IP address for the Management Port of the Storage Concentrator in the address field of the browser. The address field in the browser must include https:// to access the administrative interface. V8.0.3x © StoneFly Inc. | All rights reserved Page 40...
Page 44 Asynchronous I/O Operation An I/O operation whose initiator does not await its completion before proceeding with other work. Asynchronous I/O operations enable an initiator to have multiple concurrent I/O operations in progress. V8.0.3x © StoneFly Inc. | All rights reserved Page 43...
Page 45 Assignment of the operating parameters of a system, subsystem, or device. For example, disk array configuration includes designating the member disks or extents for the array, as well as setting parameters such as stripe depth, RAID model, and cache allowance. V8.0.3x © StoneFly Inc. | All rights reserved Page 44...
Page 46 When it runs on a disk controller, control software is often called firmware or microcode. Control software that runs on a host computer is usually called a volume manager. V8.0.3x © StoneFly Inc. | All rights reserved Page 45...
Page 47 (files). File systems are often supplied as operating system components but are implemented and marketed as independent software components. Graphical User Interface (GUI) A user interface for intelligent devices that is characterized by pictorial displays and highly structured forms-oriented input. V8.0.3x © StoneFly Inc. | All rights reserved Page 46...
Page 48 SCSI command set, the core command set used in all storage configurations. iSCSI Client A logical entity, typically a host, which includes at least one iSCSI Initiator. V8.0.3x © StoneFly Inc. | All rights reserved Page 47...
Page 49 Logical Partition Logical Unit A logical partition is a segmentation of a logical volume. Logical Unit Number (LUN) The entity within a SCSI target that executes I/O commands. SCSI I/O commands are sent V8.0.3x © StoneFly Inc. | All rights reserved Page 48...
Page 50 In file systems, meta-data includes file names, file properties and security information, and lists of block addresses at which each file’s data is stored. Mirroring V8.0.3x © StoneFly Inc. | All rights reserved Page 49...
Page 51 Mirror Volume A Mirror Volume is composed of multiple mirror images. StoneFly Mirroring supports up to four mirror images in a mirror volume. The Mirror Volume is what the applications and hosts see as the storage device.
Page 52 It can also be useful administratively, for example, to create hard subdivisions of a large logical disk. Path The access path from a host computer to a storage device. V8.0.3x © StoneFly Inc. | All rights reserved Page 51...
Page 53 A unit of storage space on a physical device containing a specific amount of storage space. A collection of physical extents is then managed by the StoneFly Volume Manager as a logical volume, and a group of logical volumes make up a volume group. Physical extents are the smallest manageable element in a logical volume that can be managed by the StoneFly Volume Manager.
Page 54 “good” data point in the event of corruption, viruses, or lost files. Essentially, performing a rollback returns the Live Volume to the last good known state. Scalability Capable of being changed in size and configuration. It typically refers to a computer, V8.0.3x © StoneFly Inc. | All rights reserved Page 53...
Page 55 These percentages represent the amount of the index table fragmentation on the volume selected as well as the total amount of fragmentation for all Snapshot volumes. These percentages have no relationship to disk fragmentation. V8.0.3x © StoneFly Inc. | All rights reserved Page 54...
Page 56 SCSI connection or other connections. The system administrator uses the graphical user interface to allocate blocks of storage to create the iSCSI target volumes and authorizes their use by individual host systems. V8.0.3x © StoneFly Inc. | All rights reserved Page 55...
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