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- Page 1 Compaq Clustering Solutions for Windows NT DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide v2.73 November 1998 Prepared by: Clustering Product Management Compaq Computer Corporation...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Ready-to-Go Cluster Components...42 Components NOT included in the Ready-to-Go Clusters ...42 Ordering Ready-to-Go Clusters ...43 Ready-to-Go Clusters Contacts ...43 Multivendor Customer Services for Windows NT and Windows NT Clusters...43 MSCS Certified Configurations...47 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide... - Page 3 MSCS Certifications ...48 Ordering DIGITAL Hardware/Software for a NT Cluster...49 Cluster Quick Start...60 Pointers for More Information ...63 A Special Thanks ...63 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide...
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Page 4: Compaq Clustering Solutions
Compaq Clustering Solutions Compaq Clustering Solutions for Windows NT maximize access to enterprise data by providing a means by which users can continue working even in the event of a server failure. These high-availability solutions allow a pair of DIGITAL Servers running Windows NT to be managed and accessed as a single system and support both DIGITAL Clusters for Windows NT (DCNT) and Microsoft Cluster Server (MSCS) as part of Microsoft Windows NT Server, Enterprise Edition. -
Page 5: Cluster Kits
Fibre Channel and fault tolerant solutions will be provided. Cluster Interconnects For two-node clusters, Ethernet provides sufficient bandwidth to support failover between servers. As the number of servers in a cluster grows, (OPS, multi-node clustering) Compaq plans to offer support for high performance, low latency interconnects. Tools Solution Sizer and ServerMaker tools provide sizing and configuration assistance for Windows NT Clustering Solutions. -
Page 6: Enterprise Cluster Software
At the end of your ServerMaker session, you can generate a parts list. Price files are not included in ServerMaker. However, you can obtain a copy of the DIGITAL Server price file (in Excel format) from the DIGITAL Business Link, or your authorized Compaq representative to load into ServerMaker for quoting purposes. -
Page 7: Worldwide Service And Support
5,000 support certified professionals on Microsoft products. In fact, Compaq has more Microsoft- certified professionals than Microsoft and Dell combined! Compaq provides next-day service warranty for three years, which can be upgraded to same day response. Compaq also provides total lifecycle support with a single point of accountability for multi-vendor support. -
Page 8: Microsoft Cluster Server
Bring groups online and take groups offline Manually move groups between servers Determine which servers are running applications and services Review activities and failures of components in a cluster Manually take servers offline for maintenance DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide... - Page 9 UNIX®. MSCS does not require any special software on the client for transparent recovery of services that connect to clients through standard IP protocols. For more information on MSCS, see http://www.microsoft.com/ntserver/support/clusterfaq.asp#basics. DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide MSCS Other...
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Page 10: Digital Clusters For Windows Nt
Failover Manager The Failover Manager monitors events that may call for a failover, determines which services should be failed over and manages them until service is resumed. DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide... -
Page 11: Dcnt V1.1 Sp2
Readme first document Note: QB-53V9B-MA also requires the purchase of a DCNT v1.1 software, obtained through a DIGITAL Server Cluster Kit (FR-CK450-RP/RR only). Otherwise, you must order it separately using part number QB-53V9A-SA. DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide... -
Page 12: Dcnt V1.1 Sp1
NetBIOS Name is associated with an IP address. LAN manager services, such as file shares, are made accessible on a wide area network by layering them on top of TCP/IP. This is accomplished using "NetBIOS over TCP/IP" (NetBT). DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide... - Page 13 Clients do not need to install cluster client software if they plan to access only socket-based applications or NTFS file shares through a TCP/IP connection on DCNT V1.1 SP1. Compaq recommends that you configure IP failover for new cluster installations. IP failover offers the following advantages: Eliminates the need to install cluster client software.
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Page 14: Upgrading From Dcnt To Mscs
Generic application failover via scripting Network Protocols: TCP/IP, NETBEUI, IPX/SPX Hardware: Dual Intel-based or Alpha-based DIGITAL Servers, dual PCI Fast-Wide SCSI host adapters/cables, external shared Hot-Swap storage (RAID or JBOD), dual PCI Ethernet DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide... -
Page 15: Supported Dcnt Hardware
Before using any of the hardware listed, consult the documentation for your system to be sure the options you selected are also supported on that system. Both DCNT and your system must support the hardware in your cluster configurations. DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide... - Page 16 Server Family Cluster Storage RA310 RA310 12xx RA3000 RA310 RA310 31xx RA450 RA450 BA356 BA356 or RA3000 RA3000 RA310 RA310 32xx RA450 RA450 BA356 BA356 or RA7000 RA7000 or RA3000 RA3000 33xx RA310 RA310 RA450 RA450 RA7000 RA7000 or RA3000 RA3000 RA3000 RA3000...
- Page 17 Supports both single and multiple processors on DIGITAL Servers, except for the 12xx and 33xx, which are single processor onl 2944W FR-DE500-BA or 2944UW FR-DE500-AA or FR-DE450-CA KZPSA FR-DE500-BA or 2944UW FR-DE500-AA or FR-DE450-CA DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide V3.30 V1.00.07 BGO V1.10 AlphaBIOS V5.65 www.storag...
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Page 18: Differences Between Dcnt And Mscs
Differences between DCNT and MSCS Here’ s a quick summary of the differences between DCNT and MSCS so that you can decide which product best meets your customer’ s needs. Feature Cost Market segment Architecture Overall cluster experience Windows NT cluster experience Client support Runs on NTS 4.x Standard Edition Runs on NTS/E 4.x Enterprise Edition... -
Page 19: Why Buy Clusters From Compaq
Right now, if a 8-way Pentium Pro server does not provide you with sufficient headroom, there is only one vendor that can provide you with additional headroom, and that’ s Compaq with their 7300 series and their 8-way turbo laser Alpha-based servers. -
Page 20: Serverworks Manager
ServerWORKS Manager Overview For Compaq customers, server manageability is as important a requirement as system performance and reliability. Customers also need to manage more than servers. They need to manage desktop systems, the network, and mission-critical applications. Most of our customers have fairly complex environments, and therefore need management tools that are effective in a multi-vendor environment, as well as tools that scale well from the workgroup to the enterprise. -
Page 21: Using Serverworks Manager With Clusters
SNMP traps when a cluster group fails over. The message indicates a transition of control from one cluster member to another. You can view the details about a cluster member using the System Browser. See Figure 1-1. Figure 1-1 Discovered Clusters on a Map View DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide... -
Page 22: Viewing Information About Cluster Resource Groups
Figure 1-3 Cluster Group and Resource Information from the System Browser The ServerWORKS cluster agent runs on the cluster on which the agent is installed. The NTCMGT MIB defines a variable for DCNT and MSCS resource groups. ServerWORKS Manager Alarm Configuration DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide... -
Page 23: Setting An Alarm On A Cluster Resource Or Group
4. On the Add New Component Alarm dialog box, click the Category tab. This dialog box also displays the selected server and any alarms that are set on the server. See Figure 1-5. DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide... - Page 24 7. Click the States tab and set an alarm on the selected resources. To show failover from Server A to the Server B, select Not Current Controller. Click the Right arrow to add the state to the Alarms states list. DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide...
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Page 25: Monitoring For Transitions
RAID controller (where applicable) Private network hardware (network adapters and cable) RAID Management software and firmware ServerWORKS Manager software Cluster Kit documentation Cluster Quick Start The DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits do not include: Servers DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide... -
Page 26: Digital Server Cluster Kit Components
The expansion cabinet (FR-BA356-PA or PD) requires one of the base Cluster Kits. You can purchase a second 180 watt power supply (BA35X-HH) for redundancy. The BA356 Cluster Kits support both Intel-based and Alpha-based DIGITAL Servers. DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide... - Page 27 BN38E-0B FR-DE500-BA BN24Q-07 QB-4QYAA-SA ER-CLUSU-IA QC-007AF-HC DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide Description Ultra SCSI differential channel shelf, 2 dual speed blowers Adaptec 2944UW Differential Ultra Wide SCSI controller Cluster Enabling Kit (Windows NT Alpha Cluster Documentation)
- Page 28 24 disks. No second expansion cabinet is available for the RA450. The RA450 supports RAID levels 0, 1, 0+1, and adaptive 3/5, as well as JBOD configurations. DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide Description...
- Page 29 FR-PCTAZ-FB FR-DE500-BA SWDKT-DD BN24Q-07 QB-4QYAA-SA DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide Description RAID Array 450 24 SBB Office Enclosure Storage Subsystem. Includes: HSZ50 6 channel controller, tri-link with terminator, 32MB write back cache expandable to 64MB or...
- Page 30 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide...
- Page 31 RA450 into an 800mm or 900mm RETMA rack to build a cluster with two rackmounted DIGITAL Servers (the servers, disks, rack and additional rack components must be obtained separately). DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide Description RAID Array 450 24 SBB Rackmount Storage Subsystem...
- Page 32 SWDKT-DD FR-DE500-BA BN24Q-07 QC-007AF-HC QB-4QYAA-SA DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide Description RAID Array 7000 24 SBB Pedestal Storage Subsystem, Ultra SCSI pedestal subsystem HSZ70 SOLN software NTI LIC/MCD and documentation HSZ70 software NTA LIC/MCD and documentation...
- Page 33 Kit for platform (included in the RA3000 Cluster Kit), host adapter (included in the RA3000 Cluster Kit), and disks. Options include a second HSZ22 controller, 7 disk SBB expansion pedestal, and cache memory upgrade. DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide Description RAID Array 7000 Rackmount enclosure...
- Page 34 Pedestal version: DS-SWXRA-GA Rackmount version: DS-SWXRA-GN - includes the mounting kit for the RETMA, Digital and Compaq cabinets. If you want to use a metric cabinet, order the BA35X-RB mounting kit, too. Base clustering software (DCNT or NTS/E must be purchased separately).
- Page 35 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits, which support both DCNT and MSCS, include the following software: DCNT DCNT v1.1 SP1 is included in the RA450 Cluster Kits only. DCNT v1.1 SP2 is now available for download on http://www.windows.digital.com. DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide...
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Page 36: Components Not Included In The Digital Server Cluster Kits
Microsoft Cluster Server is only sold as part of NTS/E. For each server in the cluster, NTS/E must be obtained from any standard Microsoft Windows NT distribution channel. Compaq offers an upgrade package for existing DCNT customers to MSCS (QB-5Z5AA-WA), which includes:... - Page 37 For the cluster to provide services to its clients, both servers and clients must be on a LAN. These guidelines assume that the components required for this are already in place, for example Network DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide Notes...
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Page 38: Expansion Cabinets
There is another jumper (BA35X-MF) for those that want to go back to a single bus. Requires: another cabinet, a VHDCI to VHDCI cable (BN38C-nn) of the appropriate length (Compaq offers 2M and 5M), and a tri-link connector (H8861-AA) from StorageWorks, a BA356 Pedestal Cluster Kit (FR-CK356-UP) -
Page 39: Raid Options
Dual speed fan kit, included in RA450 pedestal and rack (not required – used only as cold spare) FR-SWXBE-AA Environmental Monitor Unit for RA450, included in RA450 pedestal and rack (not required – used only as cold spare) DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide drives, expansion SCSI cable... - Page 40 Requires: one additional when you have more then 5 180Watt power supplies. DS-HS35X-BD Dual replacement external cache battery DS-BA35X-MK Dual speed fan kit DS-BA35X-EB Environmental Monitor Unit (EMU) DS-BA35X-EC Power Verification and Addressing (PVA) DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide...
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Page 41: Cluster Contacts
These clusters are shipped completely preinstalled, preconfigured, and pretested. Custom Systems also provides fully configured NT clusters, with either NT4.0 and DCNT or NTSEE pre- installed. DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide... -
Page 42: Ready-To-Go Cluster Components
RAID Subsystem contains only one 4.3GB drive. Additional drives must be ordered separately. Note: The drives for servers and RAID subsystems are different. You can also order Ready-to-Go Clusters with the following options: Console Switch Additional Shelves Additional Raid Shelves DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide... -
Page 43: Ordering Ready-To-Go Clusters
Text page print outs and client access verification services are also provided. DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide DTN: 264-3992, (603) 884-3992 DTN: 264-4995, (603) 884-4995... - Page 44 Using the One-Step Quoting Table, the service price is determined by the total value of the product order, regardless of the number of products ordered. Compaq is outpacing the competition, which continues to price system services by individual product items.
- Page 45 System Healthcheck to identify performance or security issues. For more information on Silver Support for Windows NT, go to: Internal Web Link: http://www-amcs.shr.dec.com/mkt/Svc_silver.html External Web Link: http://www.digital.com/services/mcs/mcs_sntsilver.htm Gold Support for Windows NT DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide...
- Page 46 Multivendor support that covers the full range of products on the Supported Products List System Healthcheck to identify performance or security issues. Compaq offers additional services that complement Gold Support and help create a comprehensive support solution for Windows NT environments.
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Page 47: Mscs Certified Configurations
Host-based SCSI or Fibre Channel adapters (attached to the external storage on a multi-initiated bus) External RAID array or host-based RAID adapters For more information on MSCS certifications, go to: http://www.microsoft.com/ntserverenterprise/support/clusterfaq_hardware.asp. DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide... -
Page 48: Mscs Certifications
SMP 2944UW RA310 5100 SMP 2944UW RA450 5100 SMP 2944UW RA3000 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide Network Name on Microsoft’ s HCL Controller FR-DE500-BA DIGITAL Server Cluster Model 1200(1P)/RA310u FR-DE500-BA DIGITAL Server Cluster Model 3100(1P)/RA310 FR-DE500-BA... -
Page 49: Ordering Digital Hardware/Software For A Nt Cluster
For DCNT, use the part numbers provided in this section and in the most current Product Handbook to order the components required for a NT cluster. Step 1 Order two DIGITAL Servers. DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide FR-DE500-BA DIGITAL Server Cluster Model 5100/RA7000u... - Page 50 You can use the Product Handbook or ServerMaker to generate a parts list. Although you can mix two different servers of the same architecture (for example, two different Intel-based servers), Compaq recommends that you use two identical servers of the same architecture.
- Page 51 Feature 12xx 31xx ECC Memory Hot swap bays Multi-channel RAID Redundant cooling Dual power supply Redundant power supply Rackable MSCS support DCNT support versions, CPU/cache 1200 II 6233/512 3100 Pro 6200/256 1205 II 266/512 3105 Pro 6200/512 II – Pentium II 1210 II 300/512 3105R Pro 6200/512 Pro –...
- Page 53 5100 to pair with an existing 5100). Two identical servers provide for optimal performance in the event of failover, although Compaq will support non-identical Alpha-based or Intel-based DIGITAL Servers (mixed server architecture clusters are not supported). Make sure that each server has sufficient internal storage for operating system, cluster and application software.
- Page 54 If your server is listed, but you do not have the proper BIOS version, download the appropriate version from www.pc.digital.com or by dialing into the bulletin board at 508-496-8800. DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide Alpha BIOS for DCNT 5.64...
- Page 55 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kit. Part Number FR-BA356-PA FR-BA356-PD DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide Description BA356 Ultra Cluster Kit (Pedestal) for Intel or Alpha DIGITAL Servers BA356 Ultra Cluster Kit (Rackmount) for Intel or Alpha DIGITAL Servers...
- Page 56 14.5 Height (inches) Form factor (inches) Supported on the RA450, RA7000, and RA3000 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide RA7000 Pedestal Disk Expansion Cabinet Requires: Expansion Cable Kit (DS-SWXRA-HB) for each Disk Expansion Cabinet RA7000 Rackmount Disk Expansion Cabinet...
- Page 57 Part Number Qty of FR-RZ1BB-VW DS-RZ1BB-VW (2.1GB) FR-CK356-UP (6 max.) FR-CK356-UR (6 max.) FR-CK450-RP (24 max.) FR-CK450-RR (24 max.) FR-CK700-UP (24 max) FR-CK700-UR (24 max) FR-CK300-UP (7 max.) Will be available through December 1998, no replacement Will be available through September 1998, replaced by DS-RZ1CF-VW Note: These drives are ultra-capable, but will perform as fast SCSI disks in the storage cabinets.
- Page 58 Step 5 Order any optional storage options. The following table lists storage options. Feature Hard disk size Hot swappable disks Disk mirroring in a clustered environment SBB Slots Expansion cabinet RAID controller RAID Level (0, 1, 0+1, and adaptive 3/5) Redundant controller Controller auto failover Cache (read/write back)
- Page 59 Requires: an additional Power Control Unit when you have more than five 180Watt power supplies RA3000 Options Part Number Description DS-HSZ22-AA Second HSZ22 Controller DS-HSZ22-AB Second HSZ22 controller with two 32Mbytes DS-SWXRA-GD Expansion pedestal DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide...
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Page 60: Cluster Quick Start
Step 1 Unpack the Hardware and Software § Unpack the Cluster Kit. § Unpack and setup the new servers. § Unpack the RAID Array and hard disks. DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide Part number QB-53V9A-SA* Provided with selected Alpha-based DIGITAL... - Page 61 Step 9 Install Host Adapter Drivers on Hosts A and B Install the Adaptec driver that is appropriate for your server. See the following URL for the correct driver versions at http://www.windows.digital.com/support/support.asp. DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide...
- Page 62 § From the Microsoft Windows NT Server, Enterprise Edition Installer dialog box, select the Microsoft Cluster Server check box and start the installation. § Install Microsoft Cluster Server on Host A. § Boot Host B and install Microsoft Cluster Server on Host B. DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide...
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Page 63: Pointers For More Information
For the latest information on the status of our Microsoft Cluster Server qualification and certification efforts, go to: http://akin40.mro.dec.com/clusters/DSClusterKits.htm A Special Thanks Thanks to all who contributed to this guide. A special thanks goes to Barbara Landino for her cluster- specific information on ServerWORKS Manager. DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide...
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