Dell PowerVault NX3000 Manuals

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Dell™ PowerVault™ NX3000 Systems Getting Started With Your System Guide de mise en route Introdução ao uso do sistema Procedimientos iniciales con el sistema

Dell PowerVault Network Attached Storage (NAS) Systems Troubleshooting Guide

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Dell™ PowerVault™ NX3000 Systems Getting Started With Your System 系统使用入门 Memulai Pengaktifan Sistem Anda はじめに 시스템 시작 안내서

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Dell™ PowerVault™ NX3000 Systems Hardware Owner’s Manual

Check for documentation and information updates on support.dell.com/manuals. Always read the updates first because they often supersede information in other documents. Setting Up Your Dell™ PowerVault™ NAS Solution 1 Before You Begin Dell Software License Agreement • Before using your system, please read the Dell Software License Agreement that came with your system. • You must consider any CD, DVD, or diskette set of Dell installed software as BACKUP copies of the software installed on your system’s hard-disk drive. • If you do not accept the terms of the agreement, please call the customer assistance telephone number. For customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL (800-999-3355). For customers outside the United States, visit support.dell.com, specify your country or region in the Choose a Country/Region drop-down menu, and click Contact Us. Verify Package Contents Verify that all components listed on your packing slip are available. Save all documentation and accessories. Install the System in a Rack This system requires a properly grounded electrical outlet, a compatible rack, and a rack installation kit. Locating Your System Service Tag • When you contact technical support, the Express Service Code helps route your call to the appropriate support area and the Service Tag number helps identify your system. • In the following figure, the location of the Service Tag number and the Express Service Code are illustrated for a rackable system. Write down and store this information in a safe place. Default Password The default password for the network attached storage (NAS) system is Stor@ge! Default System Name Your system is configured with a default system name of D where is the Service Tag number located on the system. 2 Cabling the System or Solution 3 Power-Up and Connection Procedure Power-Up Procedure You must first turn on the Dell PowerVault MD1000 or PowerVault MD1120 storage array and additional expansion enclosure(s) if any. The expansion status LED displays steady blue. If the status LED displays a solid amber light, the PowerVault storage array is initializing. After the storage arrays and enclosure(s) are initialized, turn on the PowerVault NX3000 storage system. Connection Procedure Using a Remote Desktop If Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) and Domain Name System (DNS) are implemented on your network, your system automatically configures the network settings. You can launch Remote Desktop from a client and remotely access the NAS system using the default system name. For example, in the Remote Desktop Connection window, type D where is the Service Tag number located on the system. Using a Keyboard, Video, and Mouse Connect a keyboard, monitor, and mouse directly to the NAS system for local administration. NOTE: You can also use the optional iDRAC interface for remote administration. For information about initial setup, configuring iDRAC, and console redirection, see the integrated Dell remote access controller User’s Guide at support.dell.com/manuals. 1 1. NIC port A to Gb Ethernet switch (optional) 2. NIC port B to Gb Ethernet switch (optional) 3. Gb1, Gb2, Gb3, and Gb4 to Gb Ethernet switch(es) 4. Port 1 on SAS HBA to In-0 on controller 1 5. Port 0 on SAS HBA to In-0 on controller 0 6. Optional iDRAC port to Ethernet switch for lights-out management (optional) 7. Connection to expansion enclosure (optional) 6 3 2 5 4 7 PowerVault NX3000 storage system PowerVault MD1000 or PowerVault MD1120 storage array (optional) WARNING: Before you set up and operate your Dell PowerVault system, review the safety instructions that came with your system. NOTE: The illustrations in this document are not intended to represent a specific storage system. H185Nam0.qxd 6/18/2009 3:41 PM Page 1

Advanced software for efficient data sharing Share data among many, disparate users in an efficient, non-intrusive way. Single Instant Storage (SIS) eliminates data clutter by identifying duplicate files, freeing up more, valuable space for your environment. Distributed File System (DFS) and DFS Replication (DFS-R) allow simplified, quick access to data and replication stored across WAN/LAN environments, even to your remote offices. File Server Resource Manager (FSRM) is a single-management interface that helps deliver advanced managed file services across CIFS/NFS and provides exceptional control over files, perfect for audit, compliance and planning purposes. No wasted time to setup or manage Avoid the hassle of building a file server from scratch. The PowerVault NX3000 is optimized for storing, sharing, and protecting files and is pre-configured and designed to be ready to go out of the box. Take full advantage of the Initial Configuration Tasks wizard to streamline the setup process. Also, there is no need to buy additional Client-Access Licenses (CALs) for each user you add to your NX3000. Support for multiple users is already built into this file-sharing system. Lastly, manage your files remotely, from wherever you are, using iDRAC, OpenManage including Dell Management Console (DMC), and IT assistant on the NX3000. Integration that adapts to your environment Not all environments look the same. The PowerVault NX3000 simplifies your storage footprint by allowing you to store both file and application data simultaneously while supporting different operating environments. You can also use the NX3000 as an NAS gateway with your existing PowerVault, Dell / EMC or Dell EqualLogic™ SAN investments. High Availability Implementing clustered, high availability solutions is also easy by clustering two NX3000 appliances. The PowerVault NX3000 can grow with you and support many companies growing data availability requirements. Easy to Deploy and Manage File and Block Storage Solution. The NX3000 lets you leverage SAN arrays for expansion or deploys in a clustered configuration for high availability. Dell PowerVault NX3000 If you are having trouble keeping up with your data growth and you have limited resources to manage your file environments, the Dell™ PowerVault™ NX3000 is the NAS device you need.

Dell PowerVault Network Attached Storage (NAS) Systems Administrator’s Guide