Installation Checklist - HP 2000fc User Manual

Installation Checklist

Table 1-9 outlines the steps required to install the enclosures and initially configure
the system. To ensure a successful installation, perform the tasks in the order they
are presented.
Table 1-9 Installation Checklist
Step Installation Task
1. Prepare the rack for installation.
2. Install the controller enclosure and optional drive
enclosures in the rack.
3. Attach the ear caps.
4. Connect the enclosures.
5. Connect the power cords.
6. Test the enclosure connections.
7. Obtain IP values.
8. Install required host software and drivers, including:
• HBA driver
• MSA2000 Family MPIO DSM
• MSA2000 Family SES Driver
9. Connect the data hosts.
10. Connect the management host.
11. Perform initial configuration tasks:
• Set management port IP properties on the
controller enclosure
• Verify that controllers and enclosures have the
latest firmware
• Set the date and time on the controller enclosure
• Configure host ports on the controller enclosure
• Create virtual disks and map volumes
• Test the configuration
Where to Find Procedure
"Preparing the Rack" on page 27
"Rack Installation Overview and
Procedure" on page 28
"Attaching the Ear Caps" on page 31
"Connecting Controller and Drive
Enclosures" on page 32
"Connecting AC Power" on page 35
"Testing the Enclosure Connections" on
page 36
"Obtaining IP Values for Your Storage
System" on page 36
"Host System Requirements" on page 39
"Connecting Hosts" on page 39
"Connecting Remote Management
Hosts" on page 48
"Configuring a System for the First
Time" on page 49
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