IBM Storwize V5000, Quick Installation Manual

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Initializing the system with a Linux computer
To initialize a new system with a Linux computer, use the initialization tool that
was shipped with your order.
Before you begin
v Begin this procedure after you have installed all the enclosures, drives and other
options you have purchased.
v You need a Linux computer to complete the initialization procedure. The
computer must have:
– A USB port
– A supported browser
For best results, the Linux computer and the Storwize system must be connected
to the same network.
About this task
This procedure is valid for Red Hat Enterprise Server 5 and 6 or Ubuntu desktop
11.04 and 13.10.
v Use this procedure only when initializing a new control enclosure (with,
optionally, one or more expansion enclosures).
v Do not use this procedure when adding an expansion enclosure to an existing
system.
Procedure
To initialize the system, complete the following steps.
1. Gather the information you will use to configure the system.
v You must have the IP network address you will use to manage the system.
– IP address
– Subnet mask
– Gateway
v Other information is optional, but useful for enabling additional
capabilities.
– The IP address of a Network Time Protocol (NTP) server for automated
setting of date and time
– The IP address of a simple mail transfer protocol (SMTP) server for
sending notificatication of alerts
2. Locate the USB flash drive that was shipped with your order in the
documentation package.
3. Insert the USB flash drive into a USB port on the Linux computer.
4. Open a terminal window.
5. Locate the root directory of the USB flash drive. It is usually located in the
/media/ directory. If an automatic mount system is used, the root directory
can be located by typing the mount command.
6. Type: sh InitTool.sh The initialization tool wizard starts.
7.
In the wizard, click Next and select Create a new system.
8. Follow the on-screen instructions given by the initialization tool. You will be
instructed to complete the following actions:
a. Enter the details of the system management address that you need to use.
Chapter 3. Configuring the system
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