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utility on the switch. For more information on firmware updating methods, see
and troubleshooting" (page
MDS600 storage is configured and managed in the following sequence, using different
applications:
◦ Create drive-bay zone groups and assign the zone groups to BladeSystem c-Class
enclosure server bays using HP Virtual SAS Manager (VSM). For more information about
VSM, see
◦ Configure drives in the zone group into arrays and LUNs using the HP Array Configuration
Utility (ACU). For more information about the ACU, see
(page
Manage the MDS600 using HP Systems Insight Manager (SIM). For more information
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about SIM, see
When racking the MDS600, consider its weight and size:
Weight: An unpopulated MDS600 weighs 72.57K (160lb)
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Size: 5U
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When connecting power cords, consider the following:
The MDS600 storage enclosure, BladeSystem c-CLass enclosure, and other devices in
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the rack all consume power. Make sure that sufficient power input is available.
◦ Each MDS600 storage enclosure ships with two pairs of unique power cords
The offset power cord option kit (AF502B) is available for use with the MDS600 storage
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enclosure. This fanout cable provides one input connector (C20) for connecting to the
rack PDU and four output connectors (C- 1 3) for connection to the MDS600 power supplies.
When connecting the MDS600 storage enclosure to the HP 3Gb SAS BL Switch, be sure to
follow HP recommended best practices. For more information about cabling devices to the
switch, see the user documents for each device. Note the following:
◦ Performance may be impacted if cabling recommendations are not implemented.
◦ Maximum supported length of SAS cables is 2m.
For improved performance and availability, deploy a dual-domain configuration instead
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of single-domain.
◦ For optimal performance, connect two cables from the switch to each MDS600 I/O
module. This additional cable offers additional performance: one cable provides a x4
connection; two cables provide a x8 (wide-port) connection.
For more information about single domain, dual domain, and wide-port cabling, see
"Deployment examples" (page
For troubleshooting purposes, be sure to check the LEDs and 7-segment display board on the
MDS600. For more information about displayed codes, see the HP StorageWorks 600 Modular
Disk System Maintenance and Service Guide or HP StorageWorks 600 Modular Disk System
User Guide.
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74).
"HP Virtual SAS Manager" (page
49).
"HP Systems Insight Manager" (page
89).
46).
"HP Array Configuration Utility"
50).
"Maintenance