Deployment Guide

Installing MD Storage Manager
The PowerVault MD Series resource media contains software and drivers for both Linux and Microsoft Windows operating systems.
The root of the media contains a readme.txt file describing changes to the software, updates, fixes, patches, and other important data
applicable to both Linux and Windows operating systems. The readme.txt file also specifies requirements for accessing documentation,
information regarding versions of the software on the media, and system requirements for running the software.
CAUTION: Do not install MD Storage Manager exclusively on a virtual disk that is being actively managed by MD Storage
Manager. Instead, install at least one instance of MD Storage Manager on a local disk that is running SMagent and
SMmonitor. Installing management software only on a virtual disk may prevent access to recovery information in the
event of multiple physical disk or enclosure failures.
For more information on supported hardware and software for Dell PowerVault systems, see the Support Matrix at Dell.com/
powervaultmanuals.
NOTE: As a first step towards managing the array, always use MD Storage Resource DVD media to update and install
MD Storage Manager. For the latest updates and Support Matrix, see Dell.com/powervaultmanuals.
The PowerVault MD3460 Series storage firmware installer provides features that include the core software and providers. The core
software feature includes the host-based storage agent, multipath driver, and MD Storage Manager application used to configure, manage
and monitor the storage array solution. The providers feature include providers for the Microsoft Virtual Disk Service (VDS) and Microsoft
Volume Shadow-Copy Service (VSS) framework.
NOTE:
Dell is discontinuing support of the VSS and VDS hardware providers. See the Dell MD Series Storage Arrays
Information Update for details on the deprecation. For supported software, refer to the Supported Management
Software section of the Dell™ PowerVault™ MD Series Support Matrix at Dell.com/powervaultmanuals.
NOTE: To install the software on a Windows or Linux system, you must have administrative or root privileges.
NOTE: If Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) is not used, initial configuration of the management station
must be performed on the same physical subnet as the storage array. Additionally, during initial configuration, at least
one network adapter must be configured on the same IP subnet as the storage array’s default management port (RAID
Controller 0 MGMT (port 0) : 192.168.128.101 or RAID Controller 1 MGMT (port 0): 192.168.128.102). After the initial
configuration, the management ports are configured using MD Storage Manager and the management station’s IP
address can be changed back to the previous settings.
NOTE: Only two management ports (Port 0) per array are supported. Second port on each RAID controller is reserved.
The PowerVault MD Series resource media offers the following installation methods:
• Graphical Installation (Recommended) — This is the recommended installation procedure. The installer presents a graphical wizard-
driven interface that allows customization of components installed.
• Console Installation — This installation procedure is useful for Linux users who do not desire to install an X-Window environment on
their supported Linux platform.
• Silent Installation — This installation procedure is useful if you prefer to create scripted installations.
Topics:
• Installing Host Bus Adapters And Drivers
• Graphical Installation (Recommended)
• Console Installation
• Silent Installation
• Enabling Premium Features (Optional)
• Upgrading PowerVault MD Storage Manager
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