HP StorageWorks XP10000 - Disk Array Configuration Manual
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This guide provides requirements and procedures for connecting an XP disk array or SVS 200 to a host system,
and for configuring the disk array for use with the Linux operating system. This document is intended for system
administrators, HP representatives, and authorized service providers who are involved in installing, configuring,
and operating the HP XP storage systems.
Part number: A5951-96301
Fourteenth edition: January 2010
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Page 1: Xp Disk Array Configuration Guide For Linux
HP StorageWorks XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Linux HP XP24000 Disk Array HP XP20000 Disk Array HP XP12000 Disk Array HP XP10000 Disk Array HP 200 Storage Virtualization System Abstract This guide provides requirements and procedures for connecting an XP disk array or SVS 200 to a host system, and for configuring the disk array for use with the Linux operating system. - Page 2 Legal and notice information © Copyright 2003, 2010 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Confidential computer software. Valid license from HP required for possession, use or copying. Consistent with FAR 12.211 and 12.212, Commercial Computer Software, Computer Software Documentation, and Technical Data for Commercial Items are licensed to the U.S.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents 1 Installing and configuring Linux for the XP disk array ....... 7 Features and requirements ......................7 Fibre Channel interface ....................... 7 Device emulation types ........................ 8 Partitions ........................... 8 Failover ............................. 8 SNMP configuration ........................9 XP RAID Manager command devices .................... 9 Installation roadmap ........................ - Page 4 Worksheet ..........................25 B Disk array supported emulations ............27 Supported emulations ........................ 27 Emulation specifications ......................27 C HP Cluster Gateway deployments ............31 HBA configuration ........................31 MPIO software ......................... 31 Array configuration ........................31 LUN presentation ....................... 31 Membership partitions ......................
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Page 5: Xp Disk Array Configuration Guide For Linux
Figures SNMP configuration ....................9 Simple point-to-point fabric topology example ............. 12 Multi-cluster environment ..................14 XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Linux... - Page 6 Tables Host group mode (option) ..................11 Fabric topology settings ................... 12 Fabric zoning and LUN security settings ..............14 Error conditions ...................... 21 Path worksheet ....................... 25 Supported emulations ....................27 Emulation specifications ................... 27...
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Page 7: Installing And Configuring Linux For The Xp Disk Array
1 Installing and configuring Linux for the XP disk array You and the HP service representative each play a role in installation. The HP service representative is responsible for installing the disk array and formatting the disk devices. You are responsible for configuring the host server for the new devices with assistance from the HP service representative. -
Page 8: Device Emulation Types
Connection speeds of 1 Gbps, 2 Gbps, and 4 Gbps Short-wave non-OFC (open fiber control) optical interface Multimode optical cables with SC or LC connectors Public or private arbitrated loop (FC-AL) or direct fabric attach Fibre Channel switches Even though the interface is Fibre Channel, this guide uses the term “SCSI disk” because disk array devices are defined to the host as SCSI disks. -
Page 9: Snmp Configuration
SNMP configuration The XP family of disk arrays and the SVS 200 support standard Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) for remotely managing arrays. The SNMP agent on the service processor (SVP) performs error-reporting operations requested by the SNMP manager. SNMP properties are usually set from the SVP but they can also be set remotely using XP Remote Web Console or XP Command View Advanced Edition Software. -
Page 10: Installing And Configuring The Disk Array
Configuring disk array devices Partitioning the devices Creating the file systems Creating the mount directories Creating the mount table Verifying file system operation Installing and configuring the disk array The HP service representative performs these tasks: Assembling hardware and installing software Loading the microcode updates Installing and formatting devices After these tasks are finished, you will use XP Remote Web Console, XP Command View Advanced... -
Page 11: Configuring The Fibre Channel Ports
The following host group mode (option) is available for Linux: Table 1 Host group mode (option) Host Group Function Default Comments Mode Previously MODE249 Reporting Unit Attention when adding LUN Inactive CAUTION: Changing host group modes for ports where servers are already installed and configured is disruptive and requires the server to be rebooted. -
Page 12: Fabric And Connection Parameter Settings
Fabric and connection parameter settings Set each array port to FABRIC ON or OFF with connections of POINT-TO-POINT or FC-AL as shown in the following figures and table. For detailed topology information, refer to the HP StorageWorks SAN Design Reference Guide at http://www.hp.com/go/sandesign. -
Page 13: Fibre Address
Fibre address In fabric environments, the port addresses are assigned automatically. In arbitrated loop environments, set the port addresses by selecting a unique arbitrated loop physical address (AL-PA) or loop ID for each port. For specific values, refer to the HP StorageWorks XP LUN Manager User's Guide applicable to your array. -
Page 14: Fabric Zoning And Lun Security For Multiple Operating Systems
Figure 3 Multi-cluster environment Within the Storage Area Network (SAN), the clusters may be homogeneous (all the same operating system) or they may be heterogeneous (mixed operating systems). How you configure LUN security and fabric zoning depends on the operating system mix and the SAN configuration. WARNING! For OpenVMS HP recommends that a volume be presented to one OpenVMS cluster or stand... -
Page 15: Connecting The Disk Array
Connecting the disk array The HP service representative connects the disk array to the host by: Verifying operational status of the disk array channel adapters, LDEVs, and paths. Connecting the Fibre Channel cables between the disk array and the fabric switch or host. Verifying the ready status of the disk array and peripherals. -
Page 16: Defining The Paths
Verify that the system recognizes the disk array partitions by viewing the /proc/partitions file. Example #cat /proc/partitions major minor #blocks name rmerge rsect 7211520 7181087 sda1 28272 sda2 7211520 7181087 sdb1 28272 sdb2 7211520 7181087 sdc1 28272 sdc2 7211520 7181087 sdd1 28272 sdd2... -
Page 17: Configuring Disk Array Devices
In XP Command View Advanced Edition Software, LUN mapping includes: Configuring ports Creating storage groups Mapping volumes and WWN/host access permissions to the storage groups For details see the HP StorageWorks XP LUN Manager User s Guide or the HP StorageWorks XP Command View Advanced Edition Software Device Manager Web Client User s Guide. -
Page 18: Creating The File Systems
Select p to display the present partitions. Select n to make a new partition. You can make up to four primary partitions or you can make one extended partition. The extended partition can be divided into a maximum of 11 logical partitions, which can be assigned partition numbers from 5 to 15. -
Page 19: Creating The Mount Directories
Creating the mount directories Create mount directories using the mkdir command. Choose names for the mount directories which identify both the logical volume and partition. Enter mkdir /mnt/mount_point. Example # mkdir /mnt/A5700F_LU00 Repeat step 1 for each device on the disk array. Creating the mount table Add the new devices to the /etc/fstab file to specify the automount parameters for each device. - Page 20 Installing and configuring Linux for the XP disk array...
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Page 21: Troubleshooting
2 Troubleshooting This section includes resolutions for various error conditions you may encounter. If you are unable to resolve an error condition, ask your HP support representative for assistance. Error conditions Depending on your system configuration, you may be able to view error messages (R-SIMS) as follows: In XP Remote Web Console (Status tab) In XP Command View Advanced Edition Software (Alerts window) In XP Command View (Event History or Event Notification windows) (XP arrays only) - Page 22 Error condition Recommended action The disk array responds “Not Ready” or the disk array has displayed “Not Contact HP. Ready” and timed out. Check the FCA and make sure it was installed properly. Reboot the The host detects a parity error. host.
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Page 23: Support And Other Resources
3 Support and other resources Related documentation The following documents [and websites] provide related information: HP StorageWorks XP10000 Disk Array: Owner's Guide HP StorageWorks XP12000 Disk Array: Owner's Guide HP StorageWorks XP24000/XP20000 Disk Array: Owner's Guide HP StorageWorks 200 Storage Virtualization System: Owner's Guide HP StorageWorks XP24000/XP20000 LUN Manager User's Guide HP StorageWorks SAN Design Reference Guide HP StorageWorks XP Command View Advanced Edition software Device Manager user guide... -
Page 24: Subscription Service
http://www.hp.com/support Before contacting HP, collect the following information: Product model names and numbers Technical support registration number (if applicable) Product serial numbers Error messages Operating system type and revision level Detailed questions 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 email notification of product enhancements, new driver versions, firmware updates, and other product resources. -
Page 25: A Path Worksheet
A Path worksheet Worksheet Table 5 Path worksheet LDEV (CU:LDEV) (CU = SCSI Bus Device Type Path 1 Alternate Paths control unit) Number TID: TID: TID: 0:00 LUN: LUN: LUN: TID: TID: TID: 0:01 LUN: LUN: LUN: TID: TID: TID: 0:02 LUN: LUN:... - Page 26 Path worksheet...
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Page 27: B Disk Array Supported Emulations
B Disk array supported emulations This appendix provides information about supported emulations and device type specifications. Some parameters may not be relevant to your array. Consult your HP representative for information about supported configurations for your system. Supported emulations HP recommends using OPEN-V as the emulation for better performance and features that may not be supported with the legacy emulations (OPEN-[389LE]). -
Page 28: General Notes
Emulation Category Product name Blocks Sector # of Heads Sectors Capacity (Note 1) (Note 2) (Note 3) (512 bytes) size cylinders (Note 4) (bytes) track OPEN-8 SCSI disk OPEN-8 14351040 9966 7007 OPEN-9 SCSI disk OPEN-9 14423040 10016 7042 OPEN-E SCSI disk OPEN-E 28452960... - Page 29 Note 2: The devices are defined to the host as SCSI disk devices, even though the interface is Fibre Channel. Note 3: The command device (used for XP Raid Manager) is distinguished by -CM on the product name (for example, OPEN-3-CM, OPEN-3-CVS-CM). Note 4: The device capacity can sometimes be changed by the BIOS or host adapter board.
- Page 30 OPEN-V: The number of cylinders for a CVS LUSE volume = # of cylinders = (capacity (MB) specified by user) × 16/15 × n Example For an OPEN-V CVS LUSE volume with capacity = 49 MB and n = 4: # of cylinders = 49 ×...
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Page 31: C Hp Cluster Gateway Deployments
C HP Cluster Gateway deployments The HP Cluster Gateway and HP Scalable NAS software both use the HP PolyServe software as their underlying clustering technology and both have very similar requirements for the XP disk array. They have both been tested with the XP disk arrays and this appendix details configuration requirements specific to XP deployments using HP PolyServe Software on Linux. -
Page 32: Membership Partitions
Membership partitions HP Scalable NAS uses a set of membership partitions to control access to the SAN and to store the device naming database, which includes the global device names that HP Scalable NAS assigns to the SAN disks placed under its control. The membership partitions must be placed on the SAN, not on local storage. -
Page 33: Glossary
Glossary AL-PA Arbitrated loop physical address. array group A group of 4 or 8 physical hard disk drives (HDDs) installed in an XP disk array and assigned a common RAID level. RAID1 array groups consist of 4 (2D+2D) or 8 HDDs (4D+4D). RAID5 array groups include a parity disk but also consist of 4 (3D+1P) or 8 HDDs (7D+1P). - Page 34 OPEN-E). The number of resulting LDEVs depends on the selected emulation mode. The term LDEV is often used synonymously with the term volume. Logical unit number. A LUN results from mapping a SCSI logical unit number, port ID, and LDEV ID to a RAID group. The size of the LUN is determined by the emulation mode of the LDEV and the number of LDEVs associated with the LUN.
- Page 35 Volume size customization. Synonymous with CVS. World Wide Name. A unique identifier assigned to a Fibre Channel device. XP Command HP StorageWorks XP Command View, a software product for managing XP View arrays. XP Command View runs on a Windows-based management workstation. XP Command HP StorageWorks XP Command View Advanced Edition Software, installs on View Advanced...
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Page 37: Index
Index document related documentation, arbitrated-loop physical address, documentation HP website, providing feedback, clustering, command device(s) one LDEV as a, emulation(s) XP RAID Manager, device emulation types, configuration supported, device, error conditions, emulation types, recognition, FCAs, Fibre Channel ports, fabric environment host, parameter settings, host mode, setting,... - Page 38 host port(s) configuration, address, doesn't reboot properly, Fibre Channel, hangs up, host mode, setting, host mode, setting, service representative tasks, R-SIMS, technical support, related documentation, requirements, disk array, installation connecting disk array, SCSI disk, Fibre Channel interface and term HP service representative tasks, "SCSI disk", overview, security, LUN,...
- Page 39 XP Command View Advanced Edition Software, 7, 9, XP Continuous Access Software, XP LUN Manager, XP RAID Manager command devices, XP Remote Web Console, 7, 9, zoning, fabric, XP Disk Array Configuration Guide for Linux...