Verifying Storage Array Discovery; Initial Setup Tasks - Dell PowerVault MD3200 Deployment Manual

Verifying Storage Array Discovery

The Automatic Discovery option automatically discovers both in-band and out-
of-band arrays and adds the storage arrays to the management domain. If the out-
of-band or in-band connections shown on the summary page are not accurate,
complete the following steps. For more information, see the online help.
1 Check the hardware and connections for possible problems. For specific
procedures on troubleshooting interface problems, see the Owner's Manual.
2 Verify that the array is on the local subnetwork. If it is not, click the new
link to manually add it.
3 Verify that the status of each storage array is Optimal. If any array shows
an Unresponsive status, complete one of the following steps:
a
b
4 If the array still shows an Unresponsive status, contact Dell.

Initial Setup Tasks

1 The name of the first storage array found appears in the devices tab of the
EMW. To see a list of all storage arrays found on the local network, expand
the discovered storage arrays tab in the device pane of the EMW.
2 The default name for a newly installed MD3200 Series storage array is
Unnamed. If another name appears in MDSM, click the down arrow next
to the name and click Unnamed in the drop-down list.
3 Double-click on the discovered array to launch the array management
window and make changes to the configuration of the array.
4 Click Perform Initial Setup Tasks to see an outline and links to the
remaining post-installation tasks. The array is now ready to be configured.
See the Owner's Manual for information about each task and to perform
the necessary configuration steps. Table 4-1 lists the recommended
configuration steps that can be accomplished using the Owner's Manual.
NOTE:
to ensure that the enclosures in the storage array are in an Optimal status. For more
information on the status icons, see the
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To remove the array from the management domain, highlight the
array and then click Remove link.
To add an array, click New link.
In Linux, click the Manual button and click OK.
Before configuring the storage array, check the status icons on the Device pane
Post Installation Tasks
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