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In order to enable the processes and functionality offered by VMware SRM that leverage SRDF, special software must be installed and configured to create the interface between VMware and the underlying storage and replication.
Dell requires two main applications to enable and manage this interface:
The installation and configuration of these applications is covered in this chapter. The installation and configuration of SRM, however, is not covered in this book with the exception of portions directly related to storage and replication. For guidance on SRM not covered in this book, please refer to VMware documentation.
The technical detail in the following chapters will include images from different versions of both VMware and Dell software as there are various supported combinations of vCenter, SRM, and the SRDF SRA. If significant differences exist between the versions, the document will note those.
Note: Examples of SRDF management in this book utilize either Solutions Enabler CLI or Unisphere for PowerMax. While Unisphere for PowerMax includes the functionality that meets the needs of most customers, there is still advanced functionality that has yet to be included in Unisphere for PowerMax. For those scenarios, examples will use Solutions Enabler CLI. Note that while every attempt is made to keep current with the CLI syntax, it is possible that some examples may include flags/switches that are no longer required. If so, adjust as necessary.