Accusys ExaSAN SW08-Q4 User Manual

Includes setup information for : Hardware set up: SW08-Q4 PCIe Switch connection with A12S2-PS RAID system and clients using QFSP cables and HBAs. Als

6. Install the HBA device drivera. Insert the Installation CDb. Launch the Installation Package c. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the

1.3.3 Connecting Switch to the Client System1. Insert one end of the QSFP cable into one of the client module ports on the rear panel of t

2. Turn power on for the A12S2-PS RAID storage unit rst by pressing the Power button. Access LCD will be blue to indicate A12S2-PS RAID storage u

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2. Software Installation and ConfigurationNow that we have connected all hardware components and turned on the power, follow the steps in this section

2.1.3 Switch GUI OverviewWe are now at the switch GUI main menu page. You may toggle between “Cong Mode” and “Monitor Mode” by clicking the “Switch M

Note that before you perform any system administration function, you should set your system date and time rst. 2.1.4 Quick SetupWe will create two LU

2. In the “RAID LEVEL” eld, select “R5” from the drop-down list3. In the “SAN Software” led, select “SAN With MetaData” from the drop-down list4. Cl

As a result, two logical disks will be created as shown in the screenshot below.5. Click “Apply”After you click the “Apply” button, the system wi

2.2 Verify Accessible LUNsTo view the two LUNs which we just created, open the Mac “System Profiler ” and then expand the “Parallel SCSI”

ExaSAN SW08-Q4 PCIe Switch User GuideTABLE OF CONTENTSPage#1. Hardware Installation...

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SANit Setup3User GuideP19

3.1 SAN Management software InstallationSANit is a powerful SAN management software and le system specically designed for extremely reliable high-p

Client and metadata controller computers need static (xed) IP addresses for Ethernet network connections. Don’t use DHCP to assign dynamic IP address

Active SANit1. License import2. SAN Volune3. SAN client4. SANit client install & set up3.3.1 Import License 1. Click License and then Import.Use

2. Enter import le name and then click Evaluate.3. Click Import.User GuideP23

4. See the information shown below.User GuideP24

3.3.2 SAN Volume Creat1. Select Quick Wizard from the menu. Select Metadata and Data volume devices using the boxes (□) as shown below. Enter Yes in t

8. After conguration is 100% completed, see the information below.User GuideP26

3.3.3 Add SAN Client 1. Click Client Management and click Add.2. Enter your computer’s IP address in Client IP box. User GuideP27

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3. See Client Management screen below.(For checking the states of the added clients)3.3.4 Client Install & Set up 1. Click Client Software and Doc

2. Select the Computer Management le in your computer. Select Device Management and then select Disk drives. Conrm that the device, with insta

3. Continue installation using the FS Client 5.3.3 Setup Wizard by clicking Next.User GuideP30

4. Enter the Destination Folder and click Next.User GuideP31

5. Enter the folder name (FS Client is the default name or you may choose) and then click Install. User GuideP32

6. Select Reboot now and click Finish. Computer system will then reboot.User GuideP33

7. Select the Start menu in the lower left side of your computer screen and select All Programs. Select the FS Client (Or other folder name,

8. See the screen below. Click Server and then right click Add Server.9. Enter your computer’s server IP Address. Use the same IP address of your

10. Select the server IP Address and then right click Connect Server.User GuideP36

11. Click the SAN volume path and then right click Mount.12. Finally, click the Computer icon on your desk top. See client local hard disks a

User GuideP21.Hardware InstallationCongratulations on your purchase of the “Accusys ExaSAN SW08-Q4 Solution” SAN (Storage Area Network) system

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4. Technical Support4.1 The System LogWhen you contact us for technical support, our support staff might ask for your system log le for troubleshooti

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1.1 Checking the Equipment You’ll NeedThe list below consists of all the equipment you’ll need to set up the ExaSAN Compact Solution.Verify that you

Package Item Image Item description1 SW08-Q4 packagePCIe 8-port switch, supports up to 8 host systems and PCIe 2.0 RAID systemsPower cord for the SW08

3 QSFP HBA(Option)20Gb QSFP Host Bus Adapter, supports PCIe 2.0 slot4 A12S2-PS packageA12S2-PS 20Gb PCIe 2.0 12-bay RAID system, supports SATA and SAS

(...continued from page 3)7. Ethernet switch and CAT-5 patch cables for the private Ethernet network of your SAN, one switch and one cable for each ho

Follow these steps to install the card in each host system:1. Hold the HBA with mounting plate facing your left.Locate the “mode” jumper swit