Sun Microsystems ZFS, Installation Manual

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Initial
Initial Configuration
The initial configuration consists of six configuration steps.
1. Network
2. DNS
3. Time
4. Name Services (NIS, LDAP, Active Directory)
5. Storage
6. Registration & Support
Prerequisites
The initial configuration of the system is conducted after powering it on for the first time and
establishing a connection, as documented in the
Installation section, also available as a PDF on
http://wikis.sun.com/display/fishworks/Documentation. (
http://wikis.sun.com/display/
fishworks/Documentation.
)
Note
that the option to perform initial configuration of a cluster is only available in the BUI. If
electing this option, read the clustering documentation included in the Sun ZFS Storage 7000
Administration Guide at http://wikis.sun.com/display/fishworks (
http://wikis.sun.com/
display/fishworks
) before beginning initial configuration for detailed additional steps that
are required for successful cluster setup. Pay careful attention to the Clustering Considerations
for Networking section. Alternatively, cluster-capable appliances may be initially configured for
standalone operation using the following procedure, and re-configured for cluster operation at
a later time.
Summary
This procedure will configure networking connectivity, several client network services, and the
layout of the storage pool for standalone operation. When completed, the appliance is ready for
use - but will not have any shares configured for remote clients to access. To create shares or
revisit settings, refer to the Shares and Configuration sections of the Sun ZFS Storage 7000
System Administration Guide on
http://wikis.sun.com/display/fishworks.
(
http://wikis.sun.com/display/fishworks.
)
This procedure may be repeated at a later time by clicking the " INITIAL SETUP " button on the
Maintenance > System screen or by entering the
maintenance system setup
context in the
CLI.
Initial
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