Technical data

First, determine your c7000 enclosure model by viewing the Insight Manager LCD panel or
Onboard Administrator display.
◦ If the c7000 model is a G2 or later:
Ensure that P721m/P731m SmartArray controllers are installed on Gen8 servers.–
– Ensure that 6Gb SAS BL Switches are installed in the c7000.
◦ If the c7000 model is a first generation model, you must upgrade your environment:
– Purchase the latest available model c7000 enclosure.
– Ensure that P721m/P731m SmartArray controllers are installed on Gen8 servers.
– Ensure that 6Gb SAS BL Switches are installed in the c7000.
– Migrate the MDS600 from the old c7000 enclosure to the 6Gb SAS BL switches in
the new c7000.
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