The system installation and configuration
requires
the completion of various tasks, some of which are normally completed by an IBM® service representative.
Planning tasks to complete before you install the system
Before you install the system, you must complete the following planning tasks or have them
completed by an IBM service representative or IBM Business Partner:
- Verify that all the system installation requirements have been met.
- Review SAN fabric and zoning guidelines and develop your
system, host systems, and
storage controllers plan.
This task helps to assure a seamless configuration.
- Complete all physical planning charts.
Use the
following charts and tables:
- Hardware location chart
- Cable connection table
- Configuration data table
The system charts and tables are also available at the following
website:
www.ibm.com/support
You
can save, edit, and share the charts and tables between members of the installation team.
Configuration tasks
To
configure the
IBM Spectrum Virtualize™
system, you must
complete the following tasks:
- Register your product.
To receive product
support notifications from IBM, you must register your
product. To register your product, click Subscribe to support notifications
in the Tools and resources group at the following website:
www.ibm.com/support
- Create a system.
Complete the following steps to create a system:
- Use the technician port to set a service IP on a node.
- Use the service IP to log on to the node, and use the service assistant to create a
cluster.
- Follow the Setup wizard in the management GUI to initially configure the system.