User Manual

Chapter 1 Before You Begin 23
Installation Checklist
Table 1-9 outlines the steps required to install the enclosures and initially configure
the system. To ensure a successful installation, perform the tasks in the order they
are presented.
Table 1-9 Installation Checklist
Step Installation Task Where to Find Procedure
1. Prepare the rack for installation. “Preparing the Rack” on page 27
2. Install the controller enclosure and optional drive
enclosures in the rack.
“Rack Installation Overview and
Procedure” on page 28
3. Attach the ear caps. “Attaching the Ear Caps” on page 31
4. Connect the enclosures. “Connecting Controller and Drive
Enclosures” on page 32
5. Connect the power cords. “Connecting AC Power” on page 35
6. Test the enclosure connections. “Testing the Enclosure Connections” on
page 36
7. Obtain IP values. “Obtaining IP Values for Your Storage
System” on page 36
8. Install required host software and drivers, including:
•HBA driver
• MSA2000 Family MPIO DSM
• MSA2000 Family SES Driver
“Host System Requirements” on page 39
9. Connect the data hosts. “Connecting Hosts” on page 39
10. Connect the management host. “Connecting Remote Management
Hosts” on page 47
11. Perform initial configuration tasks:
• Set management port IP properties on the
controller enclosure
• Verify that controllers and enclosures have the
latest firmware
• Set the date and time on the controller enclosure
• Configure host ports on the controller enclosure
• Create virtual disks and map volumes
• Test the configuration
“Configuring a System for the First
Time” on page 49