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3. Ping each System Director on both subnets (left and right,
not
the crossover paths). Each
System Director should be accessible via both paths from any client or switch on the Avid
ISIS system.
4. Ping the default gateway on the left and right network from System Director and ISSs. This
should be accessible from any point in the network. You can ping directly from and ISS/IXS
from the Tools tab on the switch web page.
5. Log into each System Director and open the System Director’s Control Panel. Both paths
should be up, and standby should be receiving and replicating metadata. Check the Metadata
Status tab in the System Director’s Control Panel on the standby. The date stamp in the saved
and replicated fields should be current and updating frequently. Standby instructions only
apply if there is a failover machine present.
6. Check the system event logs on the System Directors for recent error events.
7. Perform a thorough physical inspection of the interconnection cables looking for:
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Missing retainers, strains, sharp bends, signs of physical abuse.
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Ensure that labels are visible, physically firmly in place, and legible.
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Confirm that all fans and ventilation areas are free of obstructions, dirt, lint, and debris.
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Ensure that there is clearance front and rear to allow components to be replaced without
obstructions for their full chassis travel length.
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Make sure cables are not zip tied to the power supplies or the switches.
8. Perform System Director Primary to Secondary Failover — Turn off one of the System
Directors and verify in the System Director Control Panel that the Active Mode indicator has
turned red. Turn the System Director back on and see that Active Mode displays Standby.
9. Check the system drive status on the System Director.
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On the AS3000, click Start > Programs > Intel -> Intel Rapid Storage Technology
right-click the Intel Rapid Storage Technology icon in the task bar. The icon should be a
green check mark when the drives are healthy.
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On the SR 2500, click Start > Programs > RAID Web Console 2 > Start UI and see that
the Server Heath is green. If not, search
and search for Intel
®
RAID
Software User’s Guide for corrective actions.
Software Upgrade
After noting the necessary network and system component information listed in
you are ready to upgrade the Avid ISIS. The following is a generalized
procedure for upgrading an ISIS. Read the upgrade section in the ISIS ReadMe for specific
upgrade details in that release.
