Page 6 - Tools; Preventing Electrostatic Discharge
1 Getting Started Before you begin, read the following guidelines to help you complete the installation successfully. If you need assistance with the installation, contact HP Support or visit http://www.hp.com/support . Tools The following tools are not required but can be useful, especially when un...
Page 7 - Use conductive field service tools.; Racks; To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment:
• Cover workstations with approved static-dissipating material. Use a wrist strap connected tothe work surface, and properly grounded (earthed) tools and equipment. • Keep the work area free of nonconductive materials, such as ordinary plastic assembly aidsand foam packing. • Ensure that you are alw...
Page 8 - “Installing Storage System Components into a Rack” (page 19); Storage System Hardware Installation Checklist
Redeeming and Registering HP 3PAR Licenses HP 3PAR StoreServ 7000 products include 3PAR licensing, which enables all system functionality.Failure to register the license key may limit access and restrict system upgrades. The Summary Entitlement Certificate is enclosed in a blue envelope in the acces...
Page 9 - Identifying Storage System Components; storage system configuration.; shows the 2U24 drive enclosure, and also; Disk Drive Numbering
2 Identifying Storage System Components NOTE: The illustrations in this chapter are examples only and may not accurately represent your storage system configuration. Understanding Component Numbering Due to the large number of prospective configurations, component placement and internal cablingis st...
Page 10 - Controller Nodes; Figure 3 HP 3PAR StoreServ 7200 Controller Nodes
Figure 2 HP M6720 Drive Enclosure (4U24) 3.5-inch LFF In the HP 3PAR Management Console or CLI, the enclosures are displayed as follows: DCS2 forthe 2U24 (M6710), DCS1 for the 4U24 enclosure (M6720), and DCN1 for the 7200 or 7400controller node enclosure. Controller Nodes The controller node is a st...
Page 11 - Controller Node PCIe Slots and Ports; Table 1 Storage System Expansion Cards; shows the ports on a controller node.; The MFG port is not used.
Controller Node PCIe Slots and Ports Table 1 (page 11) describes default configurations for the HP 3PAR StoreServ 7000 Storage system: Table 1 Storage System Expansion Cards Nodes 2 and 3 Nodes 0 and 1 Expansion cards No expansion card 1 FC HBA each 2 FC HBAs only No expansion card 1 10 Gb/s CNA eac...
Page 12 - and; Power Cooling Modules
I/O Modules The I/O modules connect the controller nodes to the hard drives using a SAS cable, enabling thetransfer of data between the nodes, hard drives, PCMs, and enclosures. The I/O modules arelocated at the rear of the drive enclosure. There are two I/O modules per enclosure, numbered 0and 1 fr...
Page 13 - Service Processor; Figure 12 HP 3PAR Service Processor DL 320e
Figure 9 PCM Numbering for HP 3PAR 7400 (4U) Controller Node Enclosure In the HP 3PAR M6720 Drive Enclosure, the two PCMs are located diagonally from one another.The remaining PCM slots are filled with blank panels (see Figure 10 (page 13) and Figure 11 (page 13) ). Figure 10 PCM Numbering for HP M6...
Page 14 - Power Distribution Units; Depending on the configuration, PDUs can be mounted vertically.
For more information, see “Connecting to a Physical Service Processor” (page 48) . Power Distribution Units In each HP G3 rack, two PDUs are mounted horizontally at the bottom of the rack, numbered 0–1from bottom to top. The default configuration for the HP Intelligent Series Racks is two PDUs mount...
Page 15 - Setting Up a Factory-Integrated Storage System; “Repositioning the Storage System” (page 37); Verify the Cabling
3 Setting Up a Factory-Integrated Storage System This chapter describes the procedures for setting up a storage system that is delivered in afactory-integrated HP cabinet with all of the components installed. Before you set up a storagesystem, ensure all requirements documented in the HP 3PAR StoreS...
Page 16 - Installing and Removing the Cable Restraint Shipping Brackets; Installing the Brackets; Connect the data cables to the enclosure.
NOTE: In a four-node 7400 system, two cable management brackets have Velcro straps to hold the cables. You can remove and discard these brackets, but HP recommends saving them for futureuse. To remove the cable management brackets, loosen the Torx screws and unlatch the Velcrostraps to free the cabl...
Page 18 - Removing the Brackets; Procedure 1
Removing the Brackets Remove the cable restraint shipping brackets only when the cabinet is in its final location. Procedure 1 1. Remove the data cables from the hook and loop straps. 2. Loosen the captive screws (see Figure 16 (page 18) ). Figure 16 Loosening the Captive Screws 3. Remove the bracke...
Page 19 - Installing Storage System Components into a Rack; “Setting Up a; Unpacking Disk Drive and Controller Node Enclosures; Table 3 Part Numbers
4 Installing Storage System Components into a Rack This chapter describes the procedures for installing storage system components in an existing rack.Before you set up a storage system, ensure that all requirements documented in the HP 3PARStoreServ 7000 Storage Site Planning Manual have been met. F...
Page 20 - Mounting a 2U rail shelf onto the rack; Figure 17 Mounting the 2U Rail Shelf; Mounting a 4U rail shelf onto the rack
Mounting a 2U rail shelf onto the rack 1. Determine the location of the directional-specific rail matches with the side of a rack post. The following text is imprinted on both ends of the rails: FRONT-R and FRONT-L . 2. Align one end of the rail channel with the holes of the rack post, and then push...
Page 22 - Installing PCIe Adapters in the Controller Nodes; Remove the controller node and then the cover.; Installing Enclosures; To install an enclosure on the rack:
Installing PCIe Adapters in the Controller Nodes PCIe adapters connect the controller nodes to host computers and disk drives. Installing or upgradingPCle adapters involves adding additional supported types of adapters or replacing existing adapters. WARNING! Fibre Channel HBA and iSCSI CNA upgrades...
Page 24 - Guidelines for Installing Disk Drives in Disk Enclosures
8. Remove the blank filler panels before Installing disk drives into the slots. 9. To ensure proper thermal control, install blank filler panels into any empty slots. Guidelines for Installing Disk Drives in Disk Enclosures This section provides information about the requirements and installation or...
Page 25 - Installing a Disk Drive; “Guidelines for Installing Disk Drives in Disk Enclosures” (page 24)
Figure 23 M6720 Drive Enclosure (4U24) Disk Drive Placement Order Guidelines for Allocating and Loading Order (Mixed SFF and LFF disk drives) In a storage system with mixed HP M6710 and M6720 Drive Enclosures there is a minimum ofthree pairs of drives for each drive enclosure. Additional upgrades ca...
Page 27 - Installing the Service Processor in the Storage System; Table 4 Rack Types
Installing the Service Processor in the Storage System The HP 3PAR Service Processor consists of the following: • A standard HP Server • A 1U Rail Kit for that specific server NOTE: The SP ID is the HP 7-digit serial number of the array located on the top front of the server and in a pull-out placar...
Page 30 - Figure 28 Installing Cage Nuts and Rail Mounting Pins
Figure 28 Installing Cage Nuts and Rail Mounting Pins 3. Align the mounting rail with the cage nuts, and fasten the mounting rails to the rack with theproper screws. 30 Installing Storage System Components into a Rack
Page 34 - Cabling the Storage System; . Scroll to Support, and click HP 3PAR StoreServ 7000 Support and; Cabling Controller Nodes; In
5 Cabling the Storage System For more information about cabling drive enclosures (SAS) before you continue to cable the system,visit www.hp.com/go/3par . Scroll to Support, and click HP 3PAR StoreServ 7000 Support and then Manuals. Then scroll to Setup and install — general and select the specific H...
Page 35 - Do not power on the service processor.; Cabling Power to the Storage System; To cable the power cables:
only one network connection is active at a time. If the active network connection fails, the IPaddress is automatically moved to the surviving network connection. • At a minimum, the storage system requires one Fibre Channel (or iSCSI) connection from ahost computer to a controller node. HP recommen...
Page 36 - Do not power on the PCMs at this time.; Cabling the Power Distribution Unit; Remove the two top mounting screws.; Cabling the Power Strips; Continue on to
NOTE: Before inserting the power cords into the PCMs, verify the PCM power switch is set to 0 (off). 2. Route the main power cords to a power strip or PDU. Ensure the routed cords maintain properservice clearance. 3. Insert each end of the power cord into the power strip/PDU and PCM. Fasten the PCM ...
Page 37 - Verifying Setup and Powering On the Storage System; Verifying Power Connections; Redundant Power; Repositioning the Storage System
6 Verifying Setup and Powering On the Storage System This section describes the verification of procedures for setting up and powering on all componentsin the storage system. NOTE: To avoid any cabling errors, all drive enclosures must have at least one or more hard drives installed before powering ...
Page 38 - Acclimating the Storage System; Powering On the Storage System
Acclimating the Storage System Before powering on the storage system, the system may require up to 24 hours to acclimatize tothe new operating environment when outside-to-inside conditions vary significantly. If the systemor its components may have experienced environmental changes during the transi...
Page 39 - Verifying LED Status; Figure 35 Bezel LEDs
Verifying LED Status 1. At the front of the storage system, verify the bezel and disk drive LEDs are illuminating green. NOTE: If any module fault or disk drive LEDs are not green, do not proceed until the problem is resolved. Figure 35 Bezel LEDs Table 7 Identifying Bezel LEDs Description Item Powe...
Page 42 - Node Interconnect Ports; The node interconnect ports are used only with 7400 4-Node systems.; Cluster link cabling error
Node Interconnect Ports The node interconnect ports are used only with 7400 4-Node systems. Figure 39 7400 4-Node LEDs Table 9 Node Interconnect Ports LEDs Description Item Green LED 1 Amber LED 2 Solid (not flashing) green LEDs indicate normal operation. Flashing amber LEDs can be caused byany of t...
Page 43 - Drive Enclosure LEDs; Figure 40 Drive Enclosure PCM LEDs
Drive Enclosure LEDs Figure 40 Drive Enclosure PCM LEDs CAUTION: Do not proceed without first correcting all fault indications (except for PCM batteries). The cluster is not formed until the storage system software installation has been performed. Verifying LED Status 43
Page 44 - Identifying Service Processor LEDs; Figure 41 Front Panel LEDs
Identifying Service Processor LEDs The HP 3PAR SP (Proliant DL320e) LEDs are located at the front and rear of the SP. Figure 41 Front Panel LEDs Table 10 Front panel LEDs Description Appearance LED Item Active Blue UID LED/button 1 System is being managed remotely Flashing Blue Deactivated Off Syste...
Page 46 - Connecting to a Virtual Service Processor; Prerequisites for Using a VSP; Verify both the VSP and StoreServ system are on the same subnet.; Deploying the VSP OVF File; Insert the HP 3PAR Virtual Service Processor software DVD.
7 Initializing the Service Processor The SP supports all actions required for maintenance of the storage system. The service processorprovides real-time, automated monitoring and remote access to HP 3PAR Support in order todiagnose and resolve potential problems. An HP 3PAR StoreServ system can incl...
Page 47 - Establishing the Virtual Service Processor IP Address; Option A: DHCP Network Environment; “Setting Up the Service Processor and Storage System” (page 51); setupusr
2. In the VMware vSphere Client window, select File > Deploy OVF template . 3. On the Source page, click Browse to locate the OVF file on the DVD. 4. Select the OVF file, click Open and then click Next . 5. On the OVF Template Details page, verify the OVF template is selected, and then click Next...
Page 48 - Connecting to a Physical Service Processor; Configuring the Physical Service Processor IP Address
5. Enter the default gateway address and press Enter . 6. Enter Y to configure the network and press Enter . 7. Review the configuration confirmation and record the VSP IP address for reference duringsubsequent setup procedures with HP 3PAR SmartStart or the SpSetupWizard. Figure 43 Network Setup Co...
Page 49 - Figure 44 Assign IP Address
NOTE: The configuration procedures may vary depending on the version of Microsoft Windows, Apple Mac, or Linux OS in use. a. Select Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center , and click Change adapter settings . b. Right-click the connection name for the port, and selec...
Page 51 - Setting Up the Service Processor and Storage System; Storage System Software Installation Checklist; Table 12 SP and Storage System Software Installation Checklist
8 Setting Up the Service Processor and Storage System Before you begin setting up the storage system, review and complete the following tasks: • Complete the storage system installation checklist below. • Verify Microsoft Windows 2008 R2 or 2012 is currently running. Windows 2008 R2 or 2012is requir...
Page 52 - SmartStart Prerequisites; gigahertz or higher processor
Table 12 SP and Storage System Software Installation Checklist (continued) Date and time: Enter manually Use NTP server information Time Zone New password to assign setupusr (for use with the system setup wizards) NOTE: All passwords for the setupusr username must be between 7 and 32 characters in l...
Page 53 - “Launching the HP 3PAR Service Processor Setup Wizard” (page 53); Launching the HP 3PAR Service Processor Setup Wizard; Set up the Service Processor
After completing the checklist, continue on to “Launching HP 3PAR SmartStart” (page 53) . Launching HP 3PAR SmartStart Two separate SmartStart setup wizards assist with the set up of the storage system: • HP 3PAR Service Processor Setup Wizard • HP 3PAR Storage System Setup Wizard The setup is seque...
Page 54 - Figure 46 Set up systems Page; User Name; Welcome Page; Welcome
NOTE: When configuring in a DHCP network environment, enter the VSP temporary IP address. Figure 46 Set up systems Page 4. On the browser window, enter setupusr in the User Name box, and leave the password box blank. 5. Click OK . NOTE: The Service Processor Setup Wizard may not display correctly wh...
Page 55 - Figure 47 Welcome Page; Generate Service Processor ID; Generate SP ID
• Remote support: ◦ Proxy server settings (optional) • Time and region: The current date and time or NTP server addresses, if you plan to use automatic date/timeconfiguration ◦ ◦ Time zone region (for example, America/Los Angeles) Figure 47 Welcome Page Generate Service Processor ID This page simpli...
Page 56 - Figure 48 Generating SP ID Page; Configure SP Networking; Advanced
Figure 48 Generating SP ID Page Configure SP Networking To complete this section, use the completed installation checklist from HP 3PAR StoreServ 7000Site Planning Manual as reference. NOTE: For additional information and help, use the HP 3PAR SmartStart online help (accessible by pressing F1 ). 1. ...
Page 57 - Remote Support; Timely remote service; Requirements for Setting Firewalls and Ports
If you are setting up a physical Service Processor, the IP address field displays the permanentIP address previously assigned in the Service Processor IP Setup wizard. 3. Click Next . Figure 49 Configuring Service Processor Networking Page Remote Support Remote Support enables HP to provide you with...
Page 58 - Table 13 Firewall and Port Requirements; for collecting an archive of diagnostic data (known as an InSplore).
for authorized HP 3PAR support personnel. An outbound connection enables diagnostic datatransfer such as alerts, StoreServ, SP log files, and configuration files for remote diagnosis. Secure Network Mode is a mode used for communication between the SP and HP 3PAR Connectionportal for diagnostic data...
Page 59 - System Support Information; Installation Site Information
4. Click Next to continue the SP configuration. This wizard enables Remote Support upon completion. Figure 50 Remote Support Page System Support Information To receive remote technical support:1. Enter the Installation Site Information : • Street • City • Postal Code • State/Province • Country 2. En...
Page 60 - Figure 51 System Support Information Page; Time and Region; On the
Figure 51 System Support Information Page Time and Region On the Time and Region page, the Manual option is selected and automatically populated with the current host Web browser time by default. If you select Automatic , complete the NTP Server(s) field and click Test to get the specified NTP time....
Page 61 - Figure 52 Time and Region Page; Change Passwords; Next
Figure 52 Time and Region Page Change Passwords NOTE: All passwords for the setupusr and 3parcust usernames must be between 7 and 32 characters in length and consist of alphanumeric characters and the following special characters:period (.), plus (+), dash (-), equal (=), and forward slash (/). • En...
Page 62 - Figure 53 Change Passwords Page
Figure 53 Change Passwords Page 62 Setting Up the Service Processor and Storage System
Page 63 - Summary; Applying Settings; The
Summary The Summary page shows all the selected options and this page cannot be modified. To modify the selected options, click Prev . To proceed, click Next . Figure 54 Summary Page Applying Settings The Apply Settings page shows the setup process and operation status. The arrows indicate the opera...
Page 64 - Figure 55 Apply Settings; Finish
Figure 55 Apply Settings Finish The Finish page describes the status of the SP setup. Click Finish . Figure 56 SP Setup Finish Page 64 Setting Up the Service Processor and Storage System
Page 65 - Set up the storage system
Launching the HP 3PAR Storage System Setup Wizard The setup wizard proceeds through the following steps: • Welcome • Enter Storage System • Verify Storage System • Configure Networking • Configure Time • Change Password • Verify Configuration • Progress • Results To launch the storage system setup w...
Page 66 - Enter Serial Number
Welcome The Welcome page shows the information that is required to complete the wizard and set up theSP. Follow the instructions on each page, and then click Next . You must have the following information before you proceed: • The 7-digit HP 3PAR storage system serial number • Storage system name • ...
Page 68 - Verify Storage System; Configure Networking
Verify Storage System On the Verify Storage System page, verify all the system information is correct, and then click Next . Figure 61 Verify Storage System Page Configure Networking On the Configure Networking page, complete the required fields and click Next . • Storage System Name • IPv4 Configur...
Page 69 - Figure 62 Configure Networking Page; Configuring Time; Figure 63 Configure Time Page
Figure 62 Configure Networking Page Configuring Time On the Configure Time page, the Copy time options from the Service Processor option is selected by default and is automatically populated with the time and date entered in the SP wizard. Selectthe Enter data and time manually option if you want to...
Page 70 - Change Password; paradm; username can include all printable characters and be between
Change Password This login profile is used to add this storage system to the Service Processor and for initialadministrative access to the storage system. When updating of password is complete, click Next . NOTE: Passwords for the 3paradm username can include all printable characters and be between ...
Page 71 - Verify Configuration; Progress
Verify Configuration The Verify Configuration page shows all the selected options and this page cannot be modified. To modify the selected options, click Prev . To proceed, click Next . Figure 65 Verify Configuration Page Progress The Progress page shows the setup process and operation status. The a...
Page 72 - Figure 66 Progress Page; Results
Figure 66 Progress Page Results The Results page confirms the storage system is ready to use. Click Finish . Figure 67 Results Page 72 Setting Up the Service Processor and Storage System
Page 73 - Validating Remote Support
Post-Installation System Tasks The storage system setup is now complete. Perform the recommended tasks before using the system: • Validating Remote Support For more information, see “Validating Remote Support” (page 93) . • Setting up notifications, performing system Health Check and InSplore with S...
Page 74 - Support and Other Resources; Contacting HP; HP 3PAR documentation
9 Support and Other Resources Contacting HP For worldwide technical support information, see the HP support website: http://www.hp.com/support Before contacting HP, collect the following information: • Product model names and numbers • Technical support registration number (if applicable) • Product ...
Page 77 - Typographic conventions; Table 14 Document conventions; irreversible damage to data or to the operating system.; Required; HP 3PAR branding information
Typographic conventions Table 14 Document conventions Element Convention Bold text • Keys that you press • Text you typed into a GUI element, such as a text box • GUI elements that you click or select, such as menu items, buttons,and so on Monospace text • File and directory names • System output • ...
Page 78 - 0 Documentation feedback; when submitting your feedback.
10 Documentation feedback HP is committed to providing documentation that meets your needs. To help us improve thedocumentation, send any errors, suggestions, or comments to Documentation Feedback( [email protected] ). Include the document title and part number, version number, or the URL when sub...
Page 79 - A HP 3PAR StoreServ 7000 (Controller and Storage) and; Appearance of components
A HP 3PAR StoreServ 7000 (Controller and Storage) and M6700 Series (Storage) Contents List The following components may vary, depending on system configuration: • Appearance of components • Quantity of components • Whether or not the component is included with the system HP 3PAR StoreServ 7000 and M...
Page 83 - Figure 79 Service Processor DL320e; Rail Kits
Accessory Kits The following accessory kits can be included with your system: • Power cords • SAS cables • Cable bundle ties • Hook and loop straps • Product documentation • Various enclosure labels • RJ45 to serial crossover cable • RJ45 to serial cable • CAT5 cable • Ethernet crossover cable • Enc...
Page 86 - B Enhancing Security with Data Encryption
B Enhancing Security with Data Encryption HP 3PAR Data Encryption security feature allows you to encrypt all specifically formatted harddrives on the storage system with an authentication key and the use of Self Encrypting Drives (SEDs).When a Data Encryption license is registered, you must manually...
Page 87 - C Adding Disk Drives and Expansion Drive Enclosures; Information About Drive Enclosure Upgrades
C Adding Disk Drives and Expansion Drive Enclosures HP 3PAR StoreServ 7000 products include 3PAR licensing that enables all functionality associatedwith the system. A failure to register the license key may limit access and restrict upgrading of yoursystem. Before you proceed with upgrading, verify ...
Page 88 - Disks must be identical pairs.; HP M6710 Drive Enclosure (2U24) Disk Drive Placement; Figure 87 M6720 Drive Enclosure (4U24) Disk Drive Placement Order
NOTE: SSDs have a limited number of writes that can occur before reaching the SSD's write endurance limit. This limit is generally high enough so wear out will not occur during the expectedservice life of an HP 3PAR StoreServ under the great majority of configurations, IO patterns, andworkloads. HP ...
Page 89 - Checking Initial Status; Systems; Inserting Disk Drives; New
Adding Disk Drives There are five processes for adding hard drives: • Checking initial status • Inserting hard drives • Checking status • Checking progress • Completing the upgrade Checking Initial Status Under Systems , select Physical Disks , and in the right pane, select the Physical Disks tab. F...
Page 90 - Checking Progress
Figure 89 New State of Inserted Disk Drives Within 6 minutes (depending on the system load and the size of the upgrade), the State of the new disk drives changes to Normal , and the system starts to initialize the chunklets to ready for use. Output indicates that each of the six added disk drives st...
Page 91 - Completing the Upgrade; “Cabling the Storage
Completing the Upgrade In the Systems pane, select myStorageSystem - Physical Disks , and then select the Physical Disks tab. On the Physical Disks tab, in the drop-down list, select Chunklet Usage . Figure 91 Upgrade Completion Display Chunklet initialization can take several hours to complete and ...
Page 92 - Prerequisites; Launching the Storage System Setup Wizard
D Installing HP 3PAR Storage Software When HP 3PAR SmartStart is Unavailable Use the following instructions to manually launch the setup wizards to configure the SP and StoreServfrom a browser if you are not using HP 3PAR SmartStart or SmartStart is unavailable. Review theprerequisites and informati...
Page 93 - E Validating Remote Support; Figure 92 SPOCC Support Page
E Validating Remote Support After making any networking changes or if the Service Processor Setup Wizard is unable to verifyremote support connectivity, use the SPMaint module in SPOCC to test the communication withremote support. NOTE: For a current list of supported browsers for SPOCC, see the Sin...
Page 94 - Figure 94 SPOCC Communication Results
Figure 94 SPOCC Communication Results 6. Verify the Service Processor is transferring files successfully by doing the following steps:a. Click Home to return to the SPOCC home page. The Transfer Status entry indicates the overall status of SP file transfer. b. To access the SP File Transfer Monitor,...
Page 95 - F Troubleshooting; Stop
F Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Duplicate IP Address Issues If the wizard cannot configure the permanent IP address you entered because it is already in use:1. Click Stop to stop the Apply Settings process and return to the Service Processor Setup wizard. 2. Click the Prev button until you reach S...
