Server Connection Preparation; Driver Preparation; Table 2.1 Server (Host) Environment - Fujitsu ETERNUS DX500 S3 Configuration Manual

Chapter 2 Checking the Configuration Environment
2.2

Server Connection Preparation

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Server (Host) Environment

Table 2.1 Server (Host) Environment

Item
Server OS
Connection Configuration
Multipath Driver
To connect the server and the ETERNUS DX via a switch, setting up of the switch must be performed. For de-
tails on this setting, refer to relevant manuals of the switch.
2.2 Server Connection Preparation
Prepare the server to connect to the ETERNUS DX.
A host bus adapter (HBA) that matches the connection interface that is to be used and a driver for the HBA
are required. Some types of HBA require utility software. Prepare the required environment for the HBA that
is to be used by referring to the HBA manual.
This section uses an iSCSI connection as an example to explain the required preparation for server connec-
tion.
2.2.1

Driver Preparation

Prepare required drivers and utilities.
LAN card driver for iSCSI
•
- LAN driver
Supported version of iSCSI Software Initiator
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This is already installed in a server that runs Windows Server 2008 or later.
ETERNUS Multipath Driver
•
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Do
Before installing the ETERNUS Multipath Driver, make sure that the server is not
•
connected to the ETERNUS DX. If the server is connected, shut down the server, re-
move the cable, and then restart the server.
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Explanation
Windows Server 2008
iSCSI connection, duplicated with multipath connection
ETERNUS Multipath Driver
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