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Hyper-V Manager that can be run from the R620 Management Server or VM. Server Manager can also be
utilized to access Hyper-V Manager, while the cluster is managed from the Failover Cluster Manager.
LAN and SAN Switch Management: Management of the LAN and SAN switches can be performed
through a web browser, serial cable, or telnet.
EqualLogic Array Management: The EqualLogic arrays are managed through the EqualLogic Group
Manager Web interface or through the SSH console, which can be accessed from the management
server. Administrator primary tasks within Group Manager include configuration and troubleshooting of
the arrays.
EqualLogic Array Monitoring: SAN HQ is installed on the management server to provide current
performance monitoring and historical statistics. Group Manager can also be used for array monitoring.
A logical overview of the LAN management architecture is shown in Figure 6. Notice that the PS6100
arrays are managed via the dedicated management ports that are connected to the LAN switches.