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Procedure

1.

In the web interface, select the

Services

node in the tree and click

Support

, which displays an

overview pane.

2.

Click

Configure

button to open the configuration wizard.

3.

Verify that the ISO Country Code is accurate.

4.

Add a contact name, email address, and phone number.

Verifying and updating the firmware and software

After the initial configuration of the system is complete, IBM strongly recommends that you confirm
whether a later level of firmware and software is available. and update to that level.

About this task

To check the firmware level and update it if necessary, complete the following steps:

Procedure

1.

First, check the installed code level.

a.

To use the management GUI, select

Settings > General > Upgrade Software

and then click

Check

for updates

.

b.

To use the CLI, enter the

system status

command at the command prompt.

2.

If a newer code level is available, install it before going into production. Firmware loads are not
concurrent. To view the latest code level and obtain a new release of code if necessary, complete the
following steps:

a.

Access the Fix Central support site on the web at www.ibm.com/support/fixcentral.

b.

Select your product from the

Product

list, then click

Continue

.

c.

Compare the code level on your system with the latest version in the list. If a newer code level is
available, select the newest version fix level.

d.

Select

All

in the

Filter by operating system

drop-down list.

e.

Follow the instructions to download and install the updated code.

Reformatting uninitialized flashcards

If the storage system has been without power for more than one month, it is possible that the
management GUI shows one or more flashcards as failed. The front panel may also show error messages
such as Storage Offline.

Before you begin

This condition is NOT a failure. It is a characteristic of Enterprise Flash technologies that are used in the
storage system. The remedy is to format the flash array. There is no immediate need to contact support if
this condition is observed on first boot or if the storage system was powered off for more than one
month. (You can verify the last power up date by selecting Logs in the GUI and verifying the date of the
last entries.)

About this task

To log in to the command line interface and format the uninitialized flashcards, complete the following
steps:

Procedure

1.

From a telnet or Secure Shell (SSH) client, access the system by using the system IP address.

Installing the IBM FlashSystem 820

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Содержание FlashSystem 820

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Страница 4: ...Notices manual G229 9054 and the IBM Environmental Notices and User Guide Z125 5823 This edition applies to IBM FlashSystem and to all subsequent releases until otherwise indicated in new editions Cop...

Страница 5: ...Configuring a static IP address for the management controller ports 8 Configuring DHCP for the management controller ports 9 Connecting to the web management interface 9 Acquiring the system IP addres...

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Страница 7: ...ct The documentation contains the safety information in your national language with references to the U S English source Before using a U S English publication to install operate or service this produ...

Страница 8: ...t that will be attached to this product to properly wired outlets v When possible use one hand only to connect or disconnect signal cables v Never turn on any equipment when there is evidence of fire...

Страница 9: ...e customer to ensure that the outlet is correctly wired and grounded to prevent an electrical shock CAUTION v Do not install a unit in a rack where the internal rack ambient temperatures will exceed t...

Страница 10: ...an support the weight of the loaded rack cabinet Refer to the documentation that comes with your rack cabinet for the weight of a loaded rack cabinet v Verify that all door openings are at least 760 x...

Страница 11: ...This product might contain one or more of the following devices CD ROM drive DVD ROM drive DVD RAM drive or laser module which are Class 1 laser products Note the following information v Do not remove...

Страница 12: ...d cabling information for NEBS Network Equipment Building System GR 1089 CORE The following comments apply to the IBM servers that have been designated as conforming to NEBS Network Equipment Building...

Страница 13: ...h a packing list Ensure that you received all of the components listed 1 Examine the external chassis for any damage that might have occurred during shipping 2 Inspect the interface plate for any scre...

Страница 14: ...rrectly wired and grounded to prevent an electrical shock CAUTION v Do not install a unit in a rack where the internal rack ambient temperatures will exceed the manufacturer s recommended ambient temp...

Страница 15: ...A unit that corresponds to the EIA unit marked on the front of the rack 4 Mark the middle hole of the EIA unit 5 Mark the corresponding holes on the left side of the rack 6 Continue to the next sectio...

Страница 16: ...ions for remote management over a network Connect both Ethernet MCPs to the network Do not connect only one MCP Attention There are known risks to using the FlashSystem if you only connect and configu...

Страница 17: ...ts When ac power is connected the storage system powers up and the front panel display shows the power on sequence When the system is fully ready the front panel displays Status OK and the system perf...

Страница 18: ...is evidence of fire water or structural damage v Disconnect the attached power cords telecommunications systems networks and modems before you open the device covers unless instructed otherwise in the...

Страница 19: ...s may not be available If this loss of access occurs you must reboot to restore management access to the enclosure v System logs and other management data are sent using the MCPs If both MCPs are not...

Страница 20: ...through 9 You can cancel your current changes at anytime by pressing the Menu button and following the dialog 2 After you finish entering the IP address scroll the cursor off the end of the address T...

Страница 21: ...erver 5 Repeat steps 1 through 4 to configure the second MCP using the mc 2 Config submenu and Eth1 Config Results If the network fails to start check the Ethernet connection and contact your system a...

Страница 22: ...teps 2 and 3 for each controller port in the system Creating and configuring LUNs Learn how to create and configure logical unit numbers LUNs Creating LUNs Learn how to create logical unit numbers LUN...

Страница 23: ...nformation automatically Setting up the call home function Use the call home function to set up your storage system to automatically send prefailure or failure notifications to the IBM Troubleshooting...

Страница 24: ...n be enabled by checking the box that corresponds to the function The SMTP server might be set manually or found automatically from DHCP by setting the server value to Default 3 Specify up to five ema...

Страница 25: ...t fixcentral b Select your product from the Product list then click Continue c Compare the code level on your system with the latest version in the list If a newer code level is available select the n...

Страница 26: ...From the diagnostic menu type 1 6 To confirm the command enter YES 7 From the Format Flashcard submenu either enter ALL to format all flashcards or select an individual flashcard by typing flashcard...

Страница 27: ...or changes in the product s and or the program s described in this publication at any time without notice Any references in this information to websites not owned by the manufacturer are provided for...

Страница 28: ...anufacturer s support websites for updated information and fixes applicable to the system and related software Homologation statement This product may not be certified in your country for connection b...

Страница 29: ...formit la r glementation d Industrie Canada Cet appareil num rique de la classe A est conforme la norme NMB 003 du Canada European Community Compliance Statement This product is in conformity with the...

Страница 30: ...Guideline with Modifications products greater than 20 A per phase Electromagnetic Interference EMI Statement People s Republic of China Declaration This is a Class A product In a domestic environment...

Страница 31: ...Erweiterungskomponenten von Fremdherstellern ohne Empfehlung von IBM gesteckt eingebaut werden EN 55022 Klasse A Ger te m ssen mit folgendem Warnhinweis versehen werden Warnung Dieses ist eine Einrich...

Страница 32: ...against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may c...

Страница 33: ...of EU Council Directive 2004 108 EC on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility IBM cannot accept responsibility for any failure to satisfy the pro...

Страница 34: ...n den Handb chern beschrieben zu installieren und zu betreiben Des Weiteren d rfen auch nur von der IBM empfohlene Kabel angeschlossen werden IBM bernimmt keine Verantwortung f r die Einhaltung der Sc...

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