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If you are using a computer that is running Windows Vista, SP1
(or later) must be installed. Otherwise, Drobo Dashboard cannot
discover DroboPro/DroboElite.
Configuration 1: DroboPro/DroboElite connected to a switch that is
NOT directly connected to a network:
If you have a 1 Gbps switch, you can connect DroboPro or
DroboElite and your designated computer (in other words, the
mount point) to the same switch.
You can connect multiple DroboPro’s or DroboElite’s to the
same switch, provided the Drobo storage devices and your
computer(s) each have unique static IP addresses (see below).
You will need to assign an IP address to the iSCSI port(s) in this
configuration. Use the USB connection to configure the port(s).
Please note that depending on the amount of traffic using your
switch, connecting it in this manner might impact the
performance.
Setup:
1. Once your DroboPro or DroboElite has connected successfully
via the USB connection (including successful discovery by Drobo
Dashboard), click Advanced Controls -> Tools -> Settings ->
iSCSI.
2. Choose a unique IP address for each iSCSI connection and each
DroboPro/DroboElite you are configuring and set any other
configuration settings.
3. After saving your settings, safely shut your DroboPro/DroboElite
down (Advanced Controls -> Tools -> Shutdown) and disconnect
the USB cable.
4. Connect one end of the supplied Ethernet cable to the iSCSI
(Ethernet) port on the back of your DroboPro/DroboElite. Then
connect the other end to the switch. On DroboElite, repeat for
the second iSCSI port if applicable.
5. Plug in the power cord and flip the power toggle switch on the
rear left side of DroboPro/DroboElite.
6. After the boot sequence, Drobo Dashboard should recognize
your Drobo storage device(s) and you can begin the volume
setup and formatting process.