Update firmware
After powering on the storage system for the first time, verify that the controller modules, expansion modules, and disk drives are using
the current firmware release.
NOTE:
Expansion module firmware is updated automatically with controller module updates.
1. Using the ME Storage Manager, select
Action > Update Firmware
in the System topic.
The
Update Firmware
panel opens. The Update Controller Modules tab shows versions of firmware components that are installed in
each controller module.
2. Locate firmware updates at
. If newer versions of the firmware are available, download the bundle file or
relevant firmware component files.
3. Click
Browse
, select the firmware bundle file or component file to install, and then click
OK
.
When the update is complete, the system restarts.
Use guided setup in the ME Storage Manager Welcome
panel
The Welcome panel provides options for you to quickly set up your system by guiding you through the configuration and provisioning
process.
With guided setup, you must first configure your system settings by accessing the System Settings panel and completing all required
options. After these options are complete, you can provision your system by accessing the Storage Setup panel and the Host Setup panel
and completing the wizards.
The Welcome panel also displays the health of the system. If the health of the system is degraded or faulty, you can click
System
Information
to access the System topic. In the System topic, you can view information about each enclosure, including its physical
components, in front, rear, and tabular views.
If the system detects that it has only one controller, its health shows as degraded. If you are operating the system with a single controller,
acknowledge this message in the panel.
If you installed two controllers, click
System Information
to diagnose the problem. If the system health is degraded, you can still to
configure and provision the system. However, if the health of the system is bad, you cannot configure and provision the system until you
resolve the problem affecting system health.
To use guided setup:
1. From the Welcome panel, click
System Settings
.
2. Choose options to configure your system.
NOTE:
Tabs with a red asterisk next to them contain required settings.
3. Save your settings and exit System Settings to return to the Welcome panel.
4. Click
Storage Setup
to access the Storage Setup wizard and follow the prompts to begin provisioning your system by creating disk
groups and pools. For more information about using the Storage Setup wizard, see
5. Save your settings and exit Storage Setup to return to the Welcome panel.
6. Click
Host Setup
to access the Host Setup wizard and follow the prompts to continue provisioning your system by attaching hosts.
For more information, see
Configuring system settings
The System Settings panel provides options for you to quickly configure your system.
Navigate the options by clicking the tabs on the left side of the panel. Tabs with a red asterisk next to them are required. To apply and
save changes, click
Apply
. To apply changes and close the panel, click
Apply and Close
.
At a minimum, Dell EMC recommends that you change the following settings:
•
Network tab—Configure controller network ports
, for example, management ports
•
Notifications tab—Setting system notification settings
•
Ports tab—Changing host port settings
Perform system and storage setup
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