Summary of Contents for HP StorageWorks 6100 - Enterprise Virtual Array
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HP StorageWorks 4x00/6x00/8x00 Enterprise Virtual Array user guide This document applies to the EVA4000/6000/8000 and EVA4100/6100/8100 models only. Part number: 5697-8037 Tenth edition: April 2009...
Contents About this guide ................. 17 Intended audience ........................17 Product models ......................... 17 Related documentation ......................17 Document conventions and symbols ..................... 18 Rack stability ..........................19 HP technical support ......................... 19 Customer self repair ........................19 Subscription service ........................20 HP websites ..........................
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Host information ......................35 Setting up a controller pair using the OCP ................35 Entering the WWN ...................... 35 Entering the WWN checksum ..................36 Entering the storage system password ................37 Installing HP Command View EVA ..................37 Installing optional EVA software licenses ................38 3 Enterprise Virtual Array operation ............
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Muting or unmuting the audible alarm ................67 Disabling the audible alarm ..................68 Enclosure number feature ....................68 Error Condition Reporting ..................... 72 Reporting group feature ....................75 Fibre Channel loop switches ....................... 76 30-10022-01 loop switch ....................76 Power-on self test (POST) ....................
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Removing a battery ......................108 Installing a battery ......................108 Verifying proper operation ....................109 Replacing a controller blower ....................109 Before you begin ......................109 Verifying component failure ....................110 Removing a blower ......................110 Installing a blower ......................111 Verifying proper operation ....................
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Laser safety warnings ....................131 Compliance with CDRH regulations ................131 Certification and classification information ................131 Canadien notice (avis Canadien) ..................132 Class A equipment ..................... 132 Class B equipment ..................... 132 European union notice ...................... 132 Notice for France ......................132 WEEE Recycling Notices ....................
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Figures Storage system hardware components ............... 26 EVA8000/8100 configuration ................. 30 EVA6000/6100 configuration ................. 31 EVA4000/4100 configuration ................. 32 Location of the World Wide Name labels ..............36 Disk drive activity indicator ..................46 Sequential building of vertical disk groups ..............47 Removing the drive blank ..................
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Rack PDM ......................96 Rack AC power distribution ..................97 Single rack configuration floor space requirements ............98 Raising a leveler foot ....................99 Typical product label ..................... 102 Disk drive label ..................... 102 Battery status indicators ..................108 Removing a battery ....................108 Installing a battery ....................
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GUI termination event display ................. 169 Typical HP Command View EVA Event display ............170 Mounting space dimensions ................... 173 Single path HBA server without OpenVMS or Tru64 UNIX ......... 184 Single path HBA server with OpenVMS or Tru64 UNIX ..........185 HP-UX configuration ....................
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Tables Document conventions ..................... 18 Push button functions ....................35 Failback preference behavior ..................40 Failback Settings by operating system ................ 41 Impact on virtual disk presentation when changing failover/failback setting ....42 Operational I/O module status indicators ..............56 Non-operational I/O module status indicators ............
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Enterprise storage system AC input line voltages ............140 Power Data (North America/Europe/Japan) maximum configuration ......141 EVA4x00 power specifications — 208 Volts ............. 141 EVA4x00 power specifications — 230 Volts ............. 141 EVA6x00 power specifications — 208 Volts ............. 142 EVA6x00 power specifications —...
About this guide This user guide provides the following information: • Description of the HP StorageWorks Enterprise Virtual Array family and its components • Starting your storage system • Operating your storage system • Regulations and specifications • EMU-generated error condition reports •...
• HP StorageWorks 4x00/6x00/8x00 Enterprise Virtual Array connectivity documentation (operating system-specific) You can find these documents from the Manuals page of the HP Business Support Center website: http://www.hp.com/support/manuals Click Disk Storage Systems or Storage Software under Storage, and then select your product. Document conventions and symbols Table 1 Document conventions Convention...
NOTE: Provides additional information. TIP: Provides helpful hints and shortcuts. Rack stability WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to equipment: • Extend leveling jacks to the floor. • Ensure that the full weight of the rack rests on the leveling jacks. •...
Subscription service HP recommends that you register your product at the Subscriber's Choice for Business website: http://www.hp.com/go/e-updates After registering, you will receive e-mail notification of product enhancements, new driver versions, firmware updates, and other product resources. HP websites For additional information, see the following HP websites: •...
1 Enterprise Virtual Array description This chapter provides an overview of Enterprise Virtual Array and its components. Introduction to the Enterprise Virtual Array The HP StorageWorks Enterprise Virtual Array family is a high performance, scaled capacity, on-demand, "virtual" RAID storage system. This storage system is designed for environments where improved storage use and scalability is critical.
• Software tools that allow you to manage larger SAN configurations with more servers and more storage solutions • HP-supplied disk drives that conform to the enclosure-initiated Enclosure Services Interface (ESI) • State-of-the-art controller software • Completely integrated configurations with a single part number, plus disk drives and storage system software •...
• Support for 1024 virtual disks The EVA4000/4100 provides: • Maximum capacity of 28 TB (using 500 GB drives) • A maximum of 56 disk drives • Support for 1024 virtual disks All models support the following disk capacities: • 300 GB FC disk drives •...
http://h18000.www1.hp.com/support/svctools EVA remote support tools As a no-charge option, HP will install ISEE remote service tool for any Enterprise Virtual Array under warranty or service support. This tool enables EVA self-monitoring and diagnosis. ISEE can significantly reduce the time required to isolate and correct problems. If desired, the tool can be configured to transmit status information directly to an HP service center for proactive problem resolution.
Controller software HP StorageWorks Virtual Controller Software (XCS) manages all aspects of storage system operation. XCS provides scalable capacity on-demand, improves performance, increases disk utilization efficiency, and allows for easy dynamic storage expansion. XCS is installed on the storage system and is also included in the XCS for HSV Controller software kit.
• Fibre Channel loop switches — Provides twelve-port central interconnect for Fibre Channel drive enclosure FC Arbitrated Loops. The loop switches are required for EVA6000/6100 and EVA8000/8100 configurations with more than four disk enclosures. • HSV controller — Manages all aspects of storage system operation, including communications between host systems and other devices.
• Environmental Monitoring Unit (EMU) • Dual 2-Gbps FC I/O modules—A and B loops • Dual redundant 500-W power supplies and blowers • Dual redundant blowers For ease of management, the disk drives are referred to by their physical location, the drive bay number.
• An Operator Control Panel (OCP) • Four 4-Gbps Fibre Channel-Switched fabric host ports (two host ports in HSV200-A or HSV200-B controller) • Four 2-Gbps Fibre Channel drive enclosure device ports (two device ports in HSV200-A or HSV200- B controller) •...
2 Enterprise Virtual Array startup This chapter describes the procedures to install and configure the Enterprise Virtual Array. When these procedures are complete, you can begin using your storage system. NOTE: Installation of the Enterprise Virtual Array should be done only by an HP authorized service representative.
26426a Figure 4 EVA4000/4100 configuration 1 Network interconnection 7 Fabric 2 2 Management server 8 Controller A 3 Non-host 9 Controller B 4 Host X 10 Cache mirror ports 5 Host Z 11 Drive enclosure 1 6 Fabric 1 12 Drive enclosure 2 Direct connect NOTE: Direct connect is currently supported on Microsoft Windows only.
• The Host Port Configuration must be set to Direct Connect using the OCP. • HP Continuous Access EVA cannot be used with direct connect configurations. • The HSV controller firmware cannot differentiate between an empty host port and a failed host port in a direct connect configuration.
• In a dual MPX100 configuration, at least one FC port from each MPX100 must be connected to one storage system controller. • The Host Port Configuration must be set to Direct Connect using the OCP. • HP Continuous Access EVA cannot be used with direct connect configurations. •...
Host information Make a list of information for each host computer that will be accessing the storage system. You will need the following information for each host: • The LAN name of the host • A list of World Wide Names of the FC adapters, also called host bus adapters, through which the host will connect to the fabric that provides access to the storage system, or to the storage system directly if using direct connect.
NOTE: • The WWN is unique to a controller pair and cannot be used for any other controller pair or device anywhere on the network. • This is the only WWN applicable to any controller installed in a specific physical location, even a replacement controller.
Press until the second character is displayed. Press Enter to accept the checksum and exit. Verify that the default display is automatically selected. This indicates that the checksum is valid. NOTE: If you enter an incorrect WWN or checksum, the system will reject the data and you must repeat the procedure.
See the HP StorageWorks HP Command View EVA installation guide for information on installing the software. Installing optional EVA software licenses If you purchased optional EVA software, it will be necessary to install the license. Optional software available for the Enterprise Virtual Array includes HP Business Copy EVA and HP Continuous Access EVA.
3 Enterprise Virtual Array operation This chapter presents the tasks that you might need to perform during normal operation of the storage system. Best practices For useful information on managing and configuring your storage system, see the HP StorageWorks Enterprise Virtual Array configuration best practices white paper available from http:// h18006.www1.hp.com/storage/arraywhitepapers.html.
Failback preference setting for HSV controllers Table 3 describes the failback preference behavior for the controllers. Table 3 Failback preference behavior Setting Point in time Behavior The units are alternately brought online to At initial presentation Controller A or to Controller B. If cache data for a LUN exists on a partic- ular controller, the unit will be brought On dual boot or controller resynch...
Setting Point in time Behavior If cache data for a LUN exists on a partic- ular controller, the unit will be brought On dual boot or controller resynch online there. Otherwise, the units are brought online to Controller A. All LUNs are brought online to the surviv- On controller failover ing controller.
Disconnects the system from HP Command View EVA NOTE: The storage system may take a long time to complete the necessary cache flush during controller shutdown when snapshots are being used. The delay may be particularly long if multiple child snapshots are used, or if there has been a large amount of write activity to the snapshot source virtual disk.
Power on the upper controller. It takes the role of master controller. Wait 10 seconds and then power on the lower controller. It takes the role of slave controller. Verify that the Operator Control Panel (OCP) display on each controller displays the storage system name and the EVA WWN.
NOTE: If the storage system contains disk drives of different capacities, the SSSU procedures used do not guarantee that disk drives of the same capacity will be exclusively added to the same disk group. If you need to restore an array configuration that contains disks of different sizes and types, you must manually recreate these disk groups.
Guidelines for adding disk drives When adding new disk drives to the storage system, you should ensure that the disk drives are installed in the correct positions to maintain availability. The disk drives should be distributed across the disk enclosures to protect against the failure of a single disk enclosure. Use the following guidelines when adding disk drives to your storage system: •...
NOTE: Standard and FATA disk drives must be in separate disk groups. Disk drives of different capacities and spindle speeds can be included in the same disk group, but you may want to consider separating them into separate disk groups. 26428a Figure 7 Sequential building of vertical disk groups 1.
CXO7359B ˚ Figure 8 Removing the drive blank 1. Upper mounting tab 2. Lower mounting tab Changing the Device Addition Policy To prevent the storage system from automatically grouping a new disk drive that may have the incorrect firmware on it, the Device Addition Policy must be checked and set to manual if necessary: Open HP Command View EVA and in the Navigation pane select th storage system.
0116a Figure 9 Installing the disk drive Checking status indicators Check the following to verify that the disk drive is operating normally: NOTE: It may take up to 10 minutes for the component to display good status. • Check the disk drive status indicators. See Figure •...
NOTE: When downloading the firmware, make sure you use the disk model number to locate the correct firmware file. If you have difficulty locating the correct firmware, contact your HP-authorized service representative for assistance. If you are running XCS 6.000, verify that leveling is not in progress before upgrading the disk drive firmware.
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Contamination of the fiber optic connectors on either a transceiver or a cable connector can impede the transmission of data. Therefore, protecting the connector tips against contamination or damage is imperative. The tips can be contaminated by touching them, by dust, or by debris. They can be damaged when dropped.
4 Enterprise Virtual Array hardware components This chapter describes the Enterprise Virtual Array hardware components. Topics to be discussed include: • Fibre Channel drive enclosures • Fibre Channel loop switches • HSV controllers • Racks Fibre Channel drive enclosures The drive enclosure contains the disk drives used for data storage. A storage system includes multiple drive enclosures.
0107a Figure 12 I/O module 1. Status indicators (Upper port, Power, and Lower port) 2. Upper port 3. Lower port The I/O modules are functionally identical, but are not interchangeable. Module A can only be installed at the right end of the enclosure, and module B can only be installed at the left end of the enclosure.
I/O module status indicators There are three status indicators on the I/O module. See Figure 12. The status indicator states for an operational I/O module are shown in Table Table 7 shows the status indicator states for a non-operational I/O module. Table 6 Operational I/O module status indicators Upper Power...
Upper Power Lower Descriptions • Top port—Fibre Channel drive enclosure signal detected. • Power—Present. • Bottom port—EMU detected possible transceiver problem. Check transceiver and fiber cable connections. Flashing NOTE: The EMU will not flash the lower indicator on its own. It will flash only in response to a locate command.
8164A-ST Figure 15 Copper Fibre Channel cable Fibre Channel disk drives The Fibre Channel disk drives are hot-pluggable and include the following features: • Dual-ported 2-Gbps Fibre Channel drive enclosure interface that allows up to 120 disk drives to be supported per Fibre Channel drive enclosure pair •...
Status indicator Description The green status indicator is on when the disk drive is online and operating normally. This indicator will be off in the following situations: • There is no controller on the bus. Online • +5.1 VDC is not available. •...
Power supplies and blowers This section describes the function and operation of the disk enclosure power supplies and blowers. Figure 17 illustrates the major power supply and cooling components. CXO7489A Figure 17 Power supply and blower assembly components 1. Power supply 2.
Power supply status and diagnostic information is reported to the EMU with voltage, current, and temperature signals. Regulatory Notices and Specifications for the enclosure power specifications. The power supply temperature sensor provides a temperature range signal to the EMU, which uses this signal to set the blower speed.
Controls and displays Figure 18 illustrates the location and function of the EMU displays, controls, and connectors. Figure 18 EMU controls and displays 1. Status indicators: EMU — This flashing green is the heartbeat for an operational EMU. Enclosure power— When both the +5 VDC and +12 VDC are correct, this green indicator is on. Enclosure fault —...
• Assigning the Enclosure Number (En), based upon the cabinet address bus feature. • Displaying the 1 loop ID. • Monitoring enclosure operation. • Detecting, reporting, recording, and displaying conditions. • Displaying EMU, enclosure, and element status. • Implementing automatic corrective actions for some conditions. •...
EMU displays The EMU uses a combination of status indicators, alphanumeric display, and an audible alarm to indicate the operational status of the enclosure and its components. See Table Table 13 EMU status displays Display Function Audible alarm (For information on the audible alarm, see Any EMU-detected condition causes this alarm “Audible Alarm Operations”...
Using the alphanumeric display The two-character alphanumeric display is located at the top of the EMU (see Figure 18). This seven-segment display provides information about multiple enclosure functions. The push-button control the data displayed or entered. Alphanumeric display description The top-level, two-character alphanumeric display (En, Li, rG, Au, and Er), is the display group. The function of the other displays is display-group dependent.
EMU pushbutton status indicators The pushbutton status indicators display error conditions and the state of the audible alarm. • When an error condition exists, the top pushbutton status indicator is On. • For a single error condition, the status indicator is On until the error condition is viewed. •...
Using the mute feature ensures that you are aware of the more severe errors and provides you with the capability of correcting them promptly. • Disable the alarm to prevent any error condition from sounding the alarm. NOTE: Disabling the alarm does not prevent the EMU alphanumeric display from displaying Er, nor does it prevent HP Command View EVA from displaying the error condition report.
Disabling the audible alarm CAUTION: Disabling the audible alarm increases the potential of damage to equipment from a reported but unobserved fault. HP does not recommend disabling the audible alarm. Disabling the audible alarm affects only one enclosure. This action does not affect condition report displays on the EMU alphanumeric display or errors reported by HP Command View EVA.
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NOTE: Your storage system may use an enclosure address bus higher than 14 if your configuration includes an optional expansion cabinet. The enclosure address bus connection determines the En. For a single rack, the display is a decimal number in the range 01 through 14. For a multiple (two) rack configuration, the display is decimal number in the range 01 through 24.
26429a Figure 19 Enclosure numbering with enclosure ID expansion cables NOTE: If an expansion rack is used, the enclosure numbering shown above may change or contain additional numbering. See the HP StorageWorks Enterprise Virtual Array hardware configuration guide for more information. For more information about the reporting group number, see Viewing the Reporting Group Feature.
26430a Figure 20 Enclosure address bus components with enclosure ID expansion cables 1. Shelf ID expansion cable port 1—Disk enclosure 1 2. Shelf ID expansion cable port 2—Disk enclosure 2 3. Shelf ID expansion cable port 3—Disk enclosure 3 4. Shelf ID expansion cable port 4—Disk enclosure 4 5.
Error Condition Reporting The EMU constantly monitors enclosure operation and notifies you of conditions that could affect operation. When an error condition is detected, the following action is taken: • The EMU alphanumeric display is changed to Er. A condition report has precedence over all other displays.
The error conditions are prioritized by severity—from most severe to least. The most severe condition takes precedence and is reported first when multiple errors are detected. The reporting characteristics for each error condition are listed in Table Table 18 Error condition reporting characteristics Error condition Takes precedence over Audible alarm pattern...
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• Element number The second display is a two-digit decimal number that defines the specific element reporting the problem. The format for this display is en. with a period after the second character. • Error code The third display is a two-digit decimal number that defines the specific error code. The format for this display is ec without any periods.
e.t. e.t. CXO8233A Press and hold top push-button to view first error in queue. Press and release top push-button. Press and hold top push-button to view next error. Press and release the bottom push-button at any time to return to the Er display. e.t.
Reporting group numbers The reporting group number (RGN) range is 0000 through 4099, decimal. • 0000 is reserved for enclosures that are not part of any reporting group. • 0001 through 0015 are RGNs reserved for use by the EMU. •...
100-240V~, 50/60 H 10101 POWER FAULT TEMP Figure 22 30-10022-01 loop switch status indicators • Flashing—the Ethernet port is receiving data. 1. Ethernet activity • Flashing rapidly—the traffic level is high. • On—the port is connected to an operational Ethernet. 2.
Figure 23 30-10010-02 loop switch status indicators 1. Handle 2. Bezel snaps 3. Alignment tabs 4. Walk-up RS232 port 5. SFP status indicator 6. Port Bypassed indicator 7. POST fault indicator 8. Over Temp indicator 9. Power indicator 10. Loop operational indicator Power-on self test (POST) When you power on the 30-10010-02 loop switch, it performs a Power-on Self Test (POST) to verify that the switch is functioning properly.
System indicator Description An amber indicator. When lit, this indicates that the internal hardware self-test POST fault failed and the switch will not function. An amber indicator. When lit, this indicates that the ambient temperature exceeded 40° C. The switch is still functional; however, you should correct the OverTemp problem immediately.
Problem Recommended action This condition indicates that the switch is receiving a valid Fibre Channel signal, but there are no upper level protocols active. Verify that you are running the correct firmware on all storage system hardware. Check the Loop Operational indicator. If the Loop Operational indicator is lit, the devices have SFP is installed and the SFP status indicat- completed initialization.
9. Power supply 1 10. Service connectors (not for customer use) Figure 25 HSV200-A/B controller—rear view 1. Dual controller interconnect 2. CAB (cabinet address bus) 3. Unit ID 4. Power ON 5. FC device ports 6. FC cache mirror ports 7.
Each HSV210-A/B controller has two lead-acid cache batteries that provide power to the cache memory. Each HSV200-A/B controller has one battery. When the batteries are fully charged, they can provide power to the cache for up to 96 hours. Operator control panel The operator control panel (OCP) provides a direct interface to each controller.
Indicator Description When this indicator is green, there is at least one physical link between the storage Physical link to hosts estab- system and hosts that is active and functioning normally. When this indicator is off, there are no links between the storage system and hosts that are active and lished functioning normally.
Button Function Moves up through the available menus and options Selects the displayed menu or option. Returns to the previous menu. Used for “No” selections and to return to the default display. Enter Used for “Yes” selections and to progress through menu items. Alphanumeric display The alphanumeric display uses two LCD rows, each capable of displaying up to 20 alphanumeric characters.
CAUTION: Many of the configuration settings available through the OCP impact the operating characteristics of the storage system. You should not change any setting unless you understand how it will impact system operation. For more information on the OCP settings, contact your HP-authorized service representative. Table 25 Menu options within the OCP display System Information Fault Management...
Displaying versions system information When you press , the active display is Versions. From the Versions display you can determine the: • OCP firmware version • Controller version • XCS version NOTE: The terms PPC, Sprite, Glue, SDC, CBIC, and Atlantis are for development purposes and have no significance for normal operation.
To ensure that you do not mistakenly activate a shutdown procedure, the default state is always NO, indicating do not implement this procedure. As a safeguard, implementing any shutdown method requires you to complete at least two actions. Table 26 Shutdown methods LCD prompt Description Implementing this procedure establishes communications between the storage...
Press Enter to go to Startup. No user input is required. The system will automatically initiate the startup procedure and proceed to load the Storage System Name and World Wide Name information from the operational controller. Uninitializing the system Uninitializing the system is another way to shut down the system. This action causes the loss of all storage system data.
Use the following procedure to change the password. NOTE: Changing a system password on the controller requires changing the password on any HP Command View EVA with access to the storage system. Select a unique password of 8 to 16 characters. With the default menu displayed, press three times to display System Password.
Figure 28 Power supplies 1. Status indicator 2. Power supply 0 3. Power supply 1 Table 27 Power supply status indicators Status indicator Description Green Normal operation Amber Power supply failure Flashing amber The power cord is disconnected from the power supply Blowers Two blowers provide the cooling necessary to maintain the proper operating temperature within the controller enclosure.
Figure 29 Blower 1. Status indicator 2. Fault indicator 3. Blower 0 4. Blower 1 Table 28 Blower status indicators Status indicator Fault indicator Description Normal operation Blower failure Cache battery Batteries provide backup power to maintain the contents of the controller cache when AC power is lost and the storage system has not been shutdown properly.
The table below describes the battery status indicators. When a battery is first installed, the fault indicator goes on (solid) for approximately 30 seconds while the system discovers the new battery. Then, the battery status indicators display the battery status as described in the table below. Table 29 Battery status indicators Status indicator Fault indicator...
Rack configurations Each system configuration depends on the number of disk enclosures included in the storage system. For more information about racks and configurations, including expansion and interconnection, see the HP StorageWorks Enterprise Virtual Array hardware configuration guide. Power distribution AC power is distributed to the rack through a dual Power Distribution Unit (PDU) assembly mounted at the bottom rear of the rack.
The configuration provides complete power redundancy and eliminates all single points of failure for both the AC and DC power distribution. CAUTION: Operating the array with a single PDU will result in the following conditions: • No redundancy • Louder controllers and disk enclosures due to increased fan speed •...
5. Mounting hardware PDU 1 PDU 1 connects to AC power distribution source 1. A PDU 1 failure: • Disables the power distribution circuit. • Removes power from PDMs 1, 2, and 3. • Disables PS 1 in the drive enclosures. •...
0131a Figure 33 Rack PDM 1. Power receptacles 2. Thermal circuit breakers 3. AC power connector Rack AC power distribution The power distribution in an Enterprise Virtual Array rack is the same for all variants. The site AC input voltage is routed to the dual PDU assembly mounted in the rack lower rear. Each PDU distributes AC to a maximum of four PDMs mounted on the left and right vertical rails (see Figure 34).
Figure 34 Rack AC power distribution 1. PDM 1 2. PDM 2 3. PDM 3 4. PDU 1 5. PDM 4 6. PDM 5 7. PDM 6 8. PDU 2 Rack System/E power distribution components AC power is distributed to the Rack System/E rack through Power Distribution Units (PDU) mounted on the two vertical rails in the rear of the rack.
Moving and stabilizing a rack WARNING! The physical size and weight of the rack requires a minimum of two people to move. If one person tries to move the rack, injury may occur. To ensure stability of the rack, always push on the lower half of the rack. Be especially careful when moving the rack over any bump (e.g., door sills, ramp edges, carpet edges, or elevator openings).
If the feet are not fully raised, complete the following procedure: Raise one foot by turning the leveler foot hex nut counterclockwise until the weight of the rack is fully on the caster (see Figure 36). Repeat Step 1 for the other feet. CXO7589A Figure 36 Raising a leveler foot 1.
5 Customer replaceable units This chapter describes customer replaceable units. Information about initial enclosure installation, ESD protection, and common replacement procedures is also included. Customer self repair (CSR) Hardware component CSR support identifies which hardware components are customer replaceable. Using WEBES, ISEE or other diagnostic tools, a support specialist will work with you to diagnose and assess whether a replacement component is required to address a system problem.
• Additional hardware failures can complicate component replacement. Check HP Command View EVA and/or the WEBES System Event Analyzer as follows to detect any additional hardware problems: • When you have confirmed that a component replacement is required, you may want to clear the Real Time Monitoring view.
-- No CSR. The replaceable part is not available for self repair. For assistance, contact an HP-authorized service provider. Table 30 Hardware component CSR support CSR (before CSR (after 2/12/07) 2/12/07) Spare part num- = Mandatory = Mandatory ber (non Assemblypart RoHS/RoHS) •...
Replacing the failed component CAUTION: Components can be damaged by electrostatic discharge. Use proper anti-static protection. • Always transport and store CRUs in an ESD protective enclosure. • Do not remove the CRU from the ESD protective enclosure until you are ready to install it. •...
NOTE: There are two cache batteries installed in the EVA8x00 controller enclosure in slots 0 and 1 at the left end of the enclosure. There is only one battery in the EVA4x00 and EVA6x00 controllers installed in the upper slot (0). Before you begin Observe the following precautions when replacing a battery: •...
Figure 39 Battery status indicators 1. Status indicator 2. Fault indicator 3. Battery 0 4. Battery 1 Removing a battery Remove the front panel (1, Figure 40) by grasping the panel at each end pulling it off the enclosure. While moving the battery mounting latch (2, Figure 40 ) to the right, pull the battery out of the enclosure (3).
Figure 41 Installing a battery Verifying proper operation After replacing the battery, check the following to verify that the component is operating properly: NOTE: It may take up to 10 minutes for the component to display good status. • Check the battery status indicators. See Table •...
Verifying component failure Before replacing a blower, use the following methods to verify the component failure: CAUTION: If HP Command View EVA does not present a status consistent with the blower status indicators, or if either HP Command View EVA or your system monitoring tool indicates multiple hardware failures, contact HP support for assistance (http://www.hp.com/support).
Move the red wine-colored mounting latch (2) to the right, and pull the blower out of the enclosure (3). 0104b Figure 43 Removing a blower Installing a blower Position the blower as high in the slot as possible, then slide the blower into the enclosure (1) until the mounting latch (2) engages.
Returning the failed component Follow the return instructions provided with the new component. Replacing the controller power supply This section describes the procedure for replacing the power supply. NOTE: Because this component is used in several products, the drawings may reflect a different enclosure than the one you have.
Figure 45 Power supply status indicator 1. Status indicator 2. Power supply 0 3. Power supply 1 Removing a power supply Disconnect the AC power cord from the power supply. While moving the red wine-colored latch to the left (1, Figure 46), grasp the handle and pull the power supply out of the enclosure (2).
0138a Figure 47 Installing a power supply Verifying proper operation After replacing the power supply, check the following to verify that the component is operating properly: • Check the power supply status indicator. It should be green. • Navigate back to the component and check the status. It should be Turn off the locate function by clicking Locate >...
• Hard failure: The disk is no longer functioning properly and has been assigned a failed status. This type of failure is indicated by an operational state of Failed in HP Command View EVA. The amber fault status indicator on the disk is typically on. •...
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CAUTION: If HP Command View EVA does not present a status consistent with that of the disk status indicators, or if HP Command View EVA or your system monitoring tool indicates multiple hardware failures, contact HP support for assistance (http://www.hp.com/support). •...
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Check the following conditions. CAUTION: The following conditions must all have the indicated states before the disk is removed. • Requested usage — Ungrouped. See Figure • Actual usage — Ungrouped. See Figure If all the above conditions are met, continue with Step 7.
Click Remove to prepare the disk for removal. The status indicators on the disk will begin flashing to help you locate the disk. The disk can now be removed following the steps in Removing a disk. NOTE: Certain hard disk failures result in a status of Drive unmated . If you are running VCS or XCS 5.xxx and HP Command View EVA 5.0 or earlier, the Drive unmated status disables the Remove button.
Figure 51 Checking Node World Wide Name Figure 52 Monitoring ungroup progress Figure 53 Checking disk group status Removing a disk CAUTION: Rotating media can make the disk drive difficult to handle. To avoid dropping and damaging the disk drive, wait approximately 30 seconds for the media to stop rotating before removing the drive from the enclosure.
0115a Figure 54 Removing a disk drive Changing the Device Addition Policy To prevent the storage system from automatically grouping a new disk that may have the incorrect firmware on it, use HP Command View EVA to check the Device Addition Policy and set it to manual if necessary: In the Navigation pane, select the storage system.
0116a Figure 55 Installing a disk drive Verifying proper operation After replacing the disk, check the following to verify that the disk is operating normally: NOTE: It may take up to 10 minutes for the component to display good status. •...
Figure 56 Checking model number and firmware version Adding the disk to a disk group After replacing the disk, it should be added to a disk group. The disk is typically added back into its original disk group. In the Navigation pane, select Storage system > Hardware > Rack > Disk enclosure > Bay. In the Content pane, select the Disk Drive tab.
CAUTION: You have only seven minutes to perform the replacement procedure! Both power supplies must be installed for the enclosure to cool properly. If a power supply fails, leave it in place in the enclosure until a new power supply is available to install. The enclosure could shut down due to overheating unless the power supply is replaced within seven minutes of removal of the failed/failing power supply.
Removing a blower It is not necessary to remove the power supply to replace a failed blower. WARNING! The blower motor does not stop immediately when the blower is removed. Keep your fingers away from the blower blades until the motor stops. While pushing in on the two red wine-colored mounting tabs (1, Figure 58), pull the blower (2) away...
0008a Figure 59 Installing a blower Removing a power supply CAUTION: When a power supply is removed, the enclosure could shut down within seven minutes due to overheating unless the power supply is replaced. Disengage the power cord lock (1, Figure 60) and disconnect the power cord from the power supply.
Figure 60 Removing a power supply Installing a power supply Lift up on the module latch (1, Figure 61) and slide the power supply into the enclosure until it is fully seated. Connect the power cord to the power supply and engage the cord lock. Figure 61 Installing a power supply Verifying proper operation After replacing the power supply or blower, check the following to verify that the component is...
• Make sure the blower begins operating immediately. • The status indicator should be on. • From HP Command View EVA: • Navigate back to the component and check the status. It should be • Turn off the locate function by clicking Locate > Locate Off. Returning the failed component Follow the return instructions provided with the new component.
0142b Figure 62 Removing the OCP Installing the OCP Slide the new OCP into the enclosure (1, Figure 63). Close the OCP until the latch engages. Install the front panel, pressing it firmly into place. NOTE: After installing the OCP, the controller may have to upgrade the OCP firmware. Do not remove the OCP while this operation is in progress.
A Regulatory notices and specifications This appendix includes regulatory notices and product specifications for the HP StorageWorks Enterprise Virtual Array family. The following topics are included: • Regulatory notices • Storage system specifications Regulatory notices Federal Communications Commission (FCC) notice Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and Regulations has established Radio Frequency (RF) emission limits to provide an interference-free radio frequency spectrum.
For questions regarding your product, see http://thenew.hp.com. For questions regarding this FCC declaration, contact: • Hewlett-Packard Company Product Regulations Manager, 3000 Hanover St., Palo Alto, CA 94304 • Or call 1-650-857-1501 To identify this product, see the part, series, or model number found on the product.
Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Hewlett-Packard Company may void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Cables Connections to this device must be made with shielded cables with metallic RFI/EMI connector hoods in order to maintain compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations.
• UL Recognized Component (USA) • CSA Certified Component (Canada) • TUV Certified Component (European Union) • CB Certificate (Worldwide) Canadien notice (avis Canadien) Class A equipment This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of with your other household waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to dispose of your waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collection point for recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment.
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Normaler Betrieb (normal operation) Nach ISO 7779:1999 (Typprüfung) Japanese notice Harmonics conformance (Japan) Taiwanese notice Japanese power cord notice Country-specific certifications HP tests electronic products for compliance with country-specific regulatory requirements, as an individual item or as part of an assembly. The product label (see Figure 64) specifies the regulations with which the product complies.
Figure 64 Typical enclosure certification label NOTE: The certification symbols on the label depend upon the certification level. For example, the FCC Class A certification symbol is not the same as the FCC Class B certification symbol. Storage system specifications This appendix defines the physical, environmental, and power specifications of the EVA 4x00/6x00/8x00 storage systems.
Environmental specifications To ensure optimum product operation, you must maintain the operational environmental specifications listed in Table 32. The ambient temperature (the enclosure air intake or room temperature) is especially critical. Table 32 Environmental specifications 50° to 95° F (10° to 35° C) - Reduce rating by 1° F for each 1000 ft. altitude Operating Temperature (1.8°...
Specification Minimal Nominal Maximum AC Line Voltage–Europe 208 VAC 240 VAC 254 VAC Table 34 Power Data (North America/Europe/Japan) maximum configuration North America – 3 wire NEMA No. L6-30P, 30 amp (208 to 240V 50–60Hz 30A) AC plug type (quantity 2) Europe –...
Specification 2C1D 2C2D 2C3D 2C4D In Rush Current (A) Input Current (A) - Failover Mode Maximum per line Typical is described as a system in normal steady state operation. (i.e., both PDUs operating normally, the array reading/writing to disk drives in a production environment). This data represents fully populated drive enclosures with 15K RPM disk drives.
Specification 2C4D 2C5D 2C6D 2C7D 2C8D Input Current (A) Failover Mode - Maximum per 10.0 11.9 13.3 line Typical is described as a system in normal steady state operation. (i.e., both PDUs operating normally, the array reading/writing to disk drives in a production environment). This data represents fully populated drive enclosures with 15K RPM disk drives.
B EMU-generated condition reports This section provides a description of the EMU generated condition reports that contain the following information: • Element type (et), a hexadecimal number in the range 01 through FF. • Element number (en), a decimal number in the range 00 through 99 that identifies the specific element with a problem.
• The third-level display identifies a specific problem, the error code with a two-digit, decimal number. For example, should the problem be either the installation of an incorrectly configured drive or one that cannot operate at the loop link rate, the display is 01. Correcting errors Correcting an error may require you to perform a specific set of actions.
enclosure physical address. The Fibre Channel drive enclosure physical address is assigned by negotiation during system initialization. The following sections define the disk drive error codes. 0.1.en.01 CRITICAL condition—Drive configuration or drive link rate As each drive spins up and comes on-line, the EMU determines if the drive is Fibre Channel compatible and can operate at the link rate (1 Gbps or 2 Gbps) established by the I/O module.
Record all six characters of the condition report. Remove and install the drive to ensure that it is properly installed. Observe the EMU to ensure the error is corrected. If removing and installing the drive did not correct the problem, install a replacement drive or a drive blank.
If removing and replacing the drive did not correct the problem, replace the drive. Observe the drive status indicators to ensure the drive is operational. Observe the EMU to ensure the error is corrected. If unable to correct the problem, contact your authorized service representative. Power supply conditions The format of a power supply condition report is 0.2.en.ec, where: •...
The operational power supply will automatically shut down after seven minutes, thereby disabling the enclosure. This condition report remains active until either the problem is corrected, or the operational power supply shuts down, whichever occurs first. To correct this problem, record all six characters of the condition report, then contact your authorized service representative.
The following sections define the power supply condition reports. 0.3.en.01 NONCRITICAL condition—Blower speed blower is operating at a speed outside of the EMU specified range, possibly because of a bearing problem. This can affect enclosure cooling and cause an element to fail. This condition report remains active until the problem is corrected.
0.3.en.06 UNRECOVERABLE condition—No blowers installed NOTE: IMPORTANT When this condition exists there will be two error messages. The first message will be 0.3.en.05 and will identify the first blower. The second message will be 0.3.en.06 and will identify the second blower. The EMU cannot detect any installed blowers.
Sensor Sensor location Sensor Sensor location Drive Bay 5 Drive Bay 14 Drive Bay 6 The following sections list the temperature condition reports and the default temperature thresholds. Use HP Command View EVA to view the temperature sensor ranges for the disk drives, EMU, and power supplies.
0.4.en.03 NONCRITICAL condition—Low temperature This condition report indicates that an element temperature is approaching, but has not reached, the low temperature CRITICAL threshold. Continued operation under these conditions may result in a CRITICAL condition. This condition report remains active until the problem is corrected. Complete the following procedure to correct this problem.
If steps 1, 2 or 3 did not reveal a problem, use HP Command View EVA to request the HSV controller to shut down the drive enclosure. Completing this action will halt the drive enclosure data transfers. Contact your authorized service representative and request assistance. EMU conditions The format of an EMU condition report is 0.7.01.ec, where: •...
Complete the following procedure NOW to correct this problem. Record all six characters of the condition report. Reset the EMU. Observe the EMU to ensure the error is corrected. If resetting the EMU did not correct the problem, replace the EMU. If unable to correct the problem, contact your HP authorized service representative.
If the automatic recovery process does not correct the problem, complete the following procedure. Record all six characters of the condition report. Reset the EMU. Observe the EMU to ensure the error is corrected. If resetting the enclosure did not correct the problem, contact your HP authorized service representative.
address bus enclosure ID expansion cable. This condition report remains active until the problem is corrected. Complete the following procedure to correct this problem: Record all six characters of the condition report. Remove and reconnect the cable between the address bus enclosure ID expansion cable and the EMU.
Disconnect the AC power cord 2 from the supply. CXO7490A Figure 67 Disconnecting AC power 0.7.01.18 UNRECOVERABLE condition—EMU hardware failure The EMU has detected an internal hardware problem. This condition report remains active until the problem is corrected. Complete the following procedure to correct this problem: Record all six characters of the condition report.
• ec is the error code CXO7954A Figure 68 Transceiver element numbering 1. Transceiver 01 2. Transceiver 02 3. Transceiver 03 4. Transceiver 04 0.F.en.01 CRITICAL condition—Transceiver incompatibility The transceivers on this link are not the same type or they are incompatible with the I/O module. This error prevents the controller from establishing a link with the enclosure disk drives and eliminates the enclosure dual-loop capability.
0.F.en.04 CRITICAL condition—Transceiver removed The EMU detects that a transceiver has been removed. This error remains active until the problem is fixed. The error can be cleared by doing one of the following: Install a new transceiver, Reconfigure the system by moving from a loop topology to one with Vixel switches. This change makes the transceiver is unnecessary.
Firmly grasp the EMU mounting handle and pull the EMU partially out of the enclosure. NOTE: You do not need to remove the EMU from the enclosure or disconnect the cables. You must avoid putting any strain on the cables or connectors. Wait 30 seconds, and then push the EMU in and fully seat the element in the backplane.
• 1.2. is the voltage sensor element type • 1.3. is the current sensor element type number • en. is the sensor element number • ec is the error code Table 43 lists the location of the power supply voltage and current sensors. Table 43 Voltage and current sensor locations Sensor Sensor Element Location...
1.3.en.01 NONCRITICAL condition—High current This condition report indicates that an element current is approaching, but has not reached, the high current CRITICAL threshold. Continued operation under these conditions may result in a CRITICAL condition. This condition report remains active until the problem is corrected. To correct this problem, record all six characters of the condition report, then contact your HP-authorized service representative.
To correct this problem, record all six characters of the condition report, then contact your HP-authorized service representative. 8.2.01.13 NONCRITICAL condition—Backplane WWN is blank The system is unable to read valid data from the NVRAM. This report is active until corrected. This condition can result in incorrect device location data being displayed.
Contact your HP-authorized service representative. IMPORTANT: Multiple erroneous error messages indicating I2C bus errors, such as NVRAM errors, blowers missing, and so forth, could indicate an EMU problem. 8.7.en.10 NONCRITICAL condition—I/O module NVRAM read An invalid NVRAM read occurred and automatic recovery was initiated. Complete the following procedure to correct this problem: Record all six characters of the condition report.
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The host controller can display host controller defined error codes on the EMU alphanumeric display HP StorageWorks 4x00/6x00/8x00 Enterprise Virtual Array user guide...
C Controller fault management This appendix describes how the controller displays events and termination event information. Termination event information is displayed on the LCD. HP Command View EVA enables you to view controller events. This appendix also discusses how to identify and correct problems. Once you create a storage system, an error condition message has priority over other controller displays.
• Description—The condition that generated the event. This field may contain information about an individual field’s content and validity. GUI event display A problem that generates the Event display reduces the system capabilities. You can use the information in this display (see Figure 71) to diagnose and correct problems.
Press to display the last fault information. The first line of the TC display contains the eight-character TC error code and the two-character IDX (index) code. The IDX is a reference to the location in the TC array that contains this error. The second line of the TC display identifies the affected parameter with a two-character parameter number (0–30), the eight-character parameter code affected, and the parameter code number.
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Information type Description This single digit, decimal character defines the requirement for the other controller to initiate a coupled crash control.0. Other controller SHOULD Coupled Crash Control Codes NOT complete a coupled crash.1. Other controller SHOULD complete a coupled crash. This single decimal character (0, 1, 3) defines the requirement to:0.
D Non-standard rack specifications The appendix provides information on the requirements when installing the EVA4x00/6x00/8x00 in a non-standard rack. All the requirements must be met to ensure proper operation of the storage system. Rack specifications Internal component envelope EVA component mounting brackets require space to be mounted behind the vertical mounting rails. Room for the mounting of the brackets includes the width of the mounting rails and needed room for any mounting hardware, such as screws, clip nuts, etc.
EVA cabinet measures and tolerances EVA component rack mount brackets are designed to fit cabinets with mounting rails set at depths from 27.5 inches to 29.6 inches, inside rails to inside rails. Weights, dimensions and component CG measurements Cabinet CG dimensions are reported as measured from the inside bottom of the cabinet (Z), the leading edge of the vertical mounting rails (Y), and the centerline of the cabinet mounting space (X).
Rack Airflow Requirements The following requirements must be met to ensure adequate airflow and to prevent damage to the equipment: • If the rack includes closing front and rear doors, allow 830 square inches (5,350 sq cm) of hole evenly distributed from top to bottom to permit adequate airflow (equivalent to the required 64 percent open area for ventilation).
Not to exceed 500,000 particles per cubic foot of air at a size of 0.5 micron or Air quality larger Shock and vibration specifications Table 55 lists the product operating shock and vibration specifications. This information applies to products weighing 45 Kg (100 lbs) or less. NOTE: HP StorageWorks EVA products are designed and tested to withstand the operational shock and vibration limits specified in...
E Single Path Implementation This appendix provides guidance for connecting servers with a single path host bus adapter (HBA) to the Enterprise Virtual Array (EVA) storage system with no multi-path software installed. A single path HBA is defined as an HBA that has a single path to its LUNs. These LUNs are not shared by any other HBA in the server or in the SAN.
The non-mission-critical applications gain access to the EVA from a single path HBA server without running a multi-path driver. When a single path HBA server uses the supported configurations, a fault in the single path HBA server does not result in a fault in the other servers. Benefits at a glance The EVA is a high-performance array controller utilizing the benefits of virtualization.
General configuration components All configurations require the following components: • Enterprise VCS software • HBAs • Fibre Channel switches Connecting a single path HBA server to a switch in a fabric zone Each host must attach to one switch (fabric) using standard Fibre Channel cables. Each host has its single path HBA connected through switches on a SAN to one port of an EVA.
26433a Figure 73 Single path HBA server without OpenVMS or Tru64 UNIX 1 Network interconnection 6 SAN switch 2 2 Single HBA server 7 Fabric zone 3 Dual HBA server 8 Controller A 4 Management server 9 Controller B 5 SAN switch 1 Single Path Implementation...
26435a Figure 74 Single path HBA server with OpenVMS or Tru64 UNIX 1 Network interconnection 6 SAN switch 2 2 Single HBA server 7 Fabric zone 3 Dual HBA server 8 Controller A 4 Management server 9 Controller B 5 SAN switch 1 HP-UX configuration Requirements •...
Figure Risks • Disabled jobs hang and cannot umount disks. • Path or controller failure may results in loss of data accessibility and loss of host data that has not been written to storage. NOTE: For additional risks, see Table 56 on page 202.
Windows Server 2003 (32-bit) configuration Requirements • Switch zoning or controller level SSP must be used to ensure each single path HBA has an exclusive path to its LUNs. • Single path HBA server can be in the same fabric as servers with multiple HBAs. •...
26434a Figure 76 Windows Server 2003 (32-bit) configuration 1 Network interconnection 5 SAN switch 1 2 Host 1 6 SAN switch 2 3 Host 2 7 Controller A 4 Management server 8 Controller B Windows Server 2003 (64-bit) configuration Requirements •...
NOTE: Single path HBA servers running the Windows Server 2003 (x64) operating system will support multiple single path HBAs in the same server. This is accomplished through a combination of switch zoning and controller level SSP. Any single path HBA server will support up to four single path HBAs. Risks •...
2 Management server 7 SAN switch 2 3 Host 1 8 Controller A 4 Host 2 9 Controller B 5 Host 3 SUN Solaris configuration Requirements • Switch zoning or controller level SSP must be used to ensure each single path HBA has an exclusive path to its LUNs.
26434a Figure 78 SUN Solaris configuration 1 Network interconnection 5 SAN switch 1 2 Host 1 6 SAN switch 2 3 Host 2 7 Controller A 4 Management server 8 Controller B Tru64 UNIX configuration Requirements • Switch zoning or controller level SSP must be used to ensure each HBA has exclusive access to its LUNs.
Risks • For nonclustered nodes with a single HBA, a path failure from the HBA to the SAN switch will result in a loss of connection with storage devices. • If a host crashes or experiences a power failure, or if the path is interrupted, data will be lost. Upon re-establishment of the path, a retransmit can be performed to recover whatever data may have been lost during the outage.
OpenVMS configuration Requirements • Switch zoning or controller level SSP must be used to ensure each single path HBA has an exclusive path to its LUNs. • All nodes with direct connection to a disk must have the same access paths available to them. •...
26434a Figure 80 OpenVMS configuration 1 Network interconnection 5 SAN switch 1 2 Host 1 6 SAN switch 2 3 Host 2 7 Controller A 4 Management server 8 Controller B NetWare configuration Requirements • Switch zoning or controller level SSP must be used to ensure each single path HBA has an exclusive path to its LUNs.
NOTE: For additional risks, see Table 60 on page 204. Limitations • HP Continuous Access EVA is not supported with single-path configurations. • Single path HBA server is not part of a cluster. • Booting from the SAN is not supported on single path HBA servers. 26434a Figure 81 NetWare configuration 1 Network interconnection...
• Single path HBA server can be in the same fabric as servers with multiple HBAs. • In the use of snapshots and snapclones, the source virtual disk and all associated snapshots and snapclones must be presented to the single path hosts that are zoned with the same controller. In the case of snapclones, after the cloning process has completed and the clone becomes an ordinary virtual disk, you may present that virtual disk as you would any other ordinary virtual disk.
26434a Figure 82 Linux (32-bit) configuration 1 Network interconnection 5 SAN switch 1 2 Host 1 6 SAN switch 2 3 Host 2 7 Controller A 4 Management server 8 Controller Linux (64-bit) configuration Requirements • Switch zoning or controller level SSP must be used to ensure each single path HBA has an exclusive path to its LUNs.
Figure Risks • Single path failure may result in data loss or disk corruption. NOTE: For additional risks, see Table 61 on page 205. Limitations • HP Continuous Access EVA is not supported with single path configurations. • Single path HBA server is not part of a cluster. •...
IBM AIX configuration Requirements • Switch zoning or controller level SSP must be used to ensure each single path HBA has an exclusive path to its LUNs. • Single path HBA server can be in the same fabric as servers with multiple HBAs. •...
26434a Figure 84 IBM AIX Configuration 1 Network interconnection 5 SAN switch 1 2 Single HBA server 6 SAN switch 2 3 Dual HBA server 7 Controller A 4 Management server 8 Controller B VMware configuration Requirements • Switch zoning or controller level SSP must be used to ensure each single path HBA has an exclusive path to its LUNs.
Risks • Single path failure may result in data loss or disk corruption. NOTE: For additional risks, see Table 63 on page 206. Limitations • HP Continuous Access EVA is not supported with single path configurations. • Single path HBA server is not part of a cluster. •...
Failure scenarios HP-UX Table 56 HP-UX failure scenarios. Fault stimulus Failure effect Server failure (host power-cycled) Extremely critical event on UNIX. Can cause loss of system disk. Short term: Data transfer stops. Possible I/O errors. Switch failure (SAN switch disabled) Long term: Job hangs, cannot umount disk, fsck failed, disk corrupted, need mkfs disk.
Sun Solaris Table 58 Sun Solaris failure scenarios. Fault stimulus Failure effect Check disk when rebooting. Data loss, data that finished copying Server failure (host power-cycled) survived. Short term: Data transfer stops. Possible I/O errors. Switch failure (SAN switch disabled) Long term: Repeated error messages on console, no access to CDE.
Fault stimulus Failure effect OpenVMS—OS will report the volume in a Mount Verify state until the MVTIMEOUT limit is exceeded, when it then marks the volume as Mount Verify Timeout. No data is lost or corrupted. Server path failure Tru64 UNIX—All I/O operations halted. I/O errors are returned back to the applications.
Linux Table 61 Linux failure scenarios. Fault stimulus Failure effect OS reboots, automatically checks disks. HSV disks must be manually Server failure (host power-cycled) checked unless auto mounted by the system. Short: I/O suspended, possible data loss. Long: I/O halts with I/O errors, data loss. HBA driver must be Switch failure (SAN switch disabled) reloaded before failed drives can be recovered, fsck should be run on any failed drives before remounting.
Fault stimulus Failure effect Short term: Data transfer stops. Possible I/O errors. Controller restart Long term: Repeated error messages in errpt output. System reboot causes loss of data on disk. Must crfs disk. Short term: Data transfer stops. Possible I/O errors. Server path failure Long term: Repeated error messages in errpt output.
Glossary This glossary defines terms used in this guide or related to this product and is not a comprehensive glossary of computer terms. µm A symbol for micrometer; one millionth of a meter. For example, 50 µm is equivalent to 0.000050 m. A unit of measurement representing three “U”...
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arbitrated loop See AL_PA. physical address arbitrated loop arbitrated loop. topology array All the physical disk drives in a storage system that are known to and under the control of a controller pair. array controller See controller. asynchronous Events scheduled as the result of a signal requesting the event or that which is without any specified time relation.
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• When there is a connector on each end of the cable, the cable assembly is referred to as a jumper. Corrective Action Code. An HP Command View EVA graphical user interface (GUI) display component that defines the action required to correct a problem. See also read cache,write cache, and...
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controller pair Two interconnected controller modules which together control the disk enclosures in the storage system. corrective action See CAC. code CRITICAL Condition A drive enclosure EMU condition that occurs when one or more drive enclosure elements have failed or are operating outside of their specifications. The failure of the element makes continued normal operation of at least some elements in the enclosure impossible.
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disk failure A method by which a controller pair reserves drive capacity to take over the protection functionality of a failed or failing physical disk. For each disk group, the controllers reserve space in the physical disk pool equivalent to the selected number of physical disk drives.
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storage management server in a fabric. Each installation is a management agent. The client for the agent is a standard browser. Electromagnetic Interference. The impairment of a signal by an electromagnetic disturbance. Environmental Monitoring Unit. An element which monitors the status of an enclosure, including the power, air temperature, and blower status.
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Electrostatic Discharge. The emission of a potentially harmful static electric voltage as a result of improper grounding. Enclosure Services Interface. The SCSI-3 engineering services interface implementation developed for StorageWorks products. A bus that connects the EMU to the disk drives. Enclosure Services Processor.
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See also HBA. Federal Communications Commission. The federal agency responsible for establishing standards and approving electronic devices within the United States. Fibre Channel Protocol. The mapping of SCSI-3 operations to Fibre Channel. fiber The optical media used to implement Fibre Channel. fiber optics The technology where light is transmitted through glass or plastic (optical) threads (fibers) for data communication or signaling purposes.
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• 1 Gb is a transmission rate of 1,062,500,000 bits per second. • 2 Gb is a transmission rate of 2,125,000,000 bits per second. Gigabyte. A unit of measurement defining either: • A data transfer rate. • A storage or memory capacity of 1,073,741,824 (2 ) bytes.
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A communications infrastructure device to which nodes on a multi-point bus or loop are physically connected. It is used to improve the manageability of physical cables. I/O module Input/Output module. The enclosure element that is the Fibre Channel drive enclosure interface to the host or controller. I/O modules are bus speed specific, either 1 Gb or 2 Gb.
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indicator Light Emitting Diode. A semiconductor diode, used in an electronic display, that emits light when a voltage is applied to it. License Key A WWN-encoded sequence that is obtained from the license key fulfillment website. light emitting See indicator. diode link A connection between ports on Fibre Channel devices.
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mean time See MTBF. between failures Mega A notation denoting a multiplier of 1 million (1,000,000). metadata Information that a controller pair writes on the disk array. This information is used to control and monitor the array and is not readable by the host. micro meter See µm.
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online/nearonline An online drive is a normal, high-performance drive, while a near-online drive is a lower-performance drive. operator control See OCP. panel OpenView Storage A centralized, appliance-based monitoring and management interface that Management supports multiple applications, operating systems, hardware platforms, storage Server systems, tape libraries and SAN-related interconnect devices.
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preferred path A preference for which controller of the controller pair manages the virtual disk. This preference is set by the user when creating the virtual disk. A host can change the preferred path of a virtual disk at any time. The primary purpose of preferring a path is load balancing.
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reporting group An Enterprise Storage System controller pair and the associated disk drive enclosures. The Enterprise Storage System controller assigns a unique decimal reporting group number to each EMU on its loops. Each EMU collects disk drive environmental information from its own sub-enclosure and broadcasts the data over the enclosure address bus to all members of the reporting group.
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storage system The controllers, storage devices, enclosures, cables, and power supplies and their software. Storage System See SSN. Name Switch An electro-mechanical device that initiates an action or completes a circuit. Terabyte. A term defining either: • A data transfer rate. •...
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accessibility. A controller pair simulates the characteristics of the virtual disk by deploying the disk group from which the virtual disk was created. The host computer sees the virtual disk as “real,” with the characteristics of an identical physical disk. See also active virtual disk,...
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World Wide Name. A unique Fibre Channel identifier consisting of a 16-character hexadecimal number. A WWN is required for each Fibre Channel communication port. Glossary...
Index blowers Symbols cooling enclosures, 61 +5.1 VDC, 60 UNRECOVERABLE conditions, 152 4 Gb controller identification, 27 CRITICAL conditions, 151 failure, 151 missing, 151, 152 monitored functions, 63 AC input missing, 149 NONCRITICAL conditions, 151, 151 AC power speed, 151 distributing, 93 status indicators, 61...
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condition reporting customer self repair, 19 backplane, 164 parts list, 102 current sensors, 162 drives, 146 element types, 146 data center, use in, 21 EMU, 155 DC power hosts, 166 +5.1 VDC, 60 modules, 165 detail view, 171 power supplies, 149 detail view menu, 171 transceivers, 159...
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