Initial Configuration
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DXi4000
Creating a Typical
Backup Configuration
Before you can begin using the DXi4000 for backups, you must configure the system for
NAS or Symantec™ NetBackup OST. See the following sections for detailed instructions
for completing each type of configuration:
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Installed System Licenses
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Refer to this section for information on installed system licenses.
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OST Configuration
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See this section to configure the DXi4000 to use OST (OpenStorage) and Symantec
Veritas NetBackup to perform backups and Optimized Duplication.
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NAS Configuration
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See this section to configure the DXi4000 to use NAS (network attached storage) for
backups.
Installed System Licenses
The following licenses are installed by default on the system:
• Deduplication License
• NAS connectivity License
• OST (Open Storage) License
• Replication License
OST Configuration
The following components are required for OST (Open Storage) operation with the
DXi4000:
• Symantec Veritas NetBackup v.6.5.4 (or later) or Symantec Backup Exec 2010 (or
later).
Caution:
NetBackup v 6.5.4 and Backup Exec 2010 are the minimum versions
required for OST functionality.
• Quantum OST storage server (included with the Quantum DXi4000 software)
• Quantum OST plug-in (downloaded separately through the remote management
console or from the Quantum Service and Support Web site)
To enable OST on the DXi4000:
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Download and install the Quantum OST Plug-in according to the instructions in the
Quantum DXi-Series: Symantec™ Veritas NetBackup OST Configuration Guide (6-
67079) or Quantum DXi-Series: Symantec™ Backup Exec OST Configuration Guide
(6-67080).
Note:
You can find a copy of the OST Configuration Guides on the quick reference
CD that came with your DXi4000 system.
