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Deployment Guide—VMware IaaS on PowerEdge MX Servers and PowerMax Storage

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SAN Storage Deployment and Configuration
Introduction Deploying PowerMax storage Deploying Connectrix DS-6500 switches Site survey example: FC port mappings Zoning host servers to storage controllers Adding cluster hosts to the storage array Creating a LUN

Deploying PowerMax storage

  • Before proceeding, connect all power cords and management cables. Connect any additional drive array enclosures as well.

    Deploy the PowerMax storage:

    1. Connect the PowerMax system to the network.

    The management IP address for the PowerMax system can be assigned dynamically or statically:

    • Dynamic—If DHCP is supported on your network, the PowerMax system automatically obtains a network address when you power on the system.
    • Static—On a computer with access to the subnet where you installed the PowerMax system, download, install, and run the Dell EMC Unisphere for PowerMax software. You need the serial number of the PowerMax system and the IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway that you want to use.
    1. Connect to Unisphere storage management:
      1. Launch your preferred browser.
      2. Enter the management IP address as the destination.
      3. Enter the following default credentials:
    • User—admin
    • Password—Password123#

    An initial configuration wizard steps through basic settings such as licensing, storage pool creation, alerts, support, and networking. You can configure the Unisphere settings at any time, even after completing the initial wizard. To open the Settings page, click the gear icon in the upper left.

    1. Establish a network connection to the Dell EMC Secure Remote Services gateway.

    PowerMax Management Module Control Station (MMCS) modules can communicate with the Customer Support Center through a network connection to the Secure Remote Services gateway. For setup procedures, see the PowerMax Technical Documentation.