Verifying The Host Recognizes Array Devices; Configuring Disk Devices; Writing Signatures - HP StorageWorks P9000 Configuration Manual

1. Verifying operational status of the disk array channel adapters, LDEVs, and paths.
2. Connecting the Fibre Channel cables between the disk array and the fabric switch or host.
3. Verifying the ready status of the disk array and peripherals.

Verifying the host recognizes array devices

1. Log into the host as an administrator.
2. Right-click My Computer , and then click Manage.
3. Click Device Manager.
4. Click SCSI and then RAID Controllers.
5. Click the Fibre Channel adapter, and verify all devices are displayed.
6. Click each device, click Properties, and then click Settings.
7. Record the device information using the worksheet in

Configuring disk devices

Disk devices are configured using the following procedures:
"Writing signatures" (page 34)
"Creating and formatting disk partitions" (page 35)
"Verifying file system operations " (page 35)
NOTE: You must use GPT for disk devices greater than 2TB.

Writing signatures

1. Right-click My Computer and then click Manage.
2. Click Disk Management. A message notifies you that disks have been added.
3. Click OK to update the system configuration and start the Write Signature wizard.
4. For each new disk, click OK to write a signature, or click No to prevent writing a signature.
5. When you have performed this process for all new disks, the Disk Management main window
opens and displays the added disks.
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"Worksheet" (page 115).