Initializing the SAN Volume Controller 2145-SV1 system

To begin the initialization process for the system, you access the initialization GUI. You need to know the default user name and password.

Next, you initialize the system by using the technician port.

After you create the system, you must configure it.

Checking your web browser settings for the management GUI
To access the management GUI, you must ensure that your web browser is supported and that the appropriate settings are enabled.
User name and password for system initialization
During the initialization procedure, you need to log in to the initialization GUI for the system.
Initializing the SAN Volume Controller 2145-SV1 system by using the technician port
To initialize a new system, you must connect a personal computer to the technician port on the rear of a node and run the initialization tool. This node becomes the configuration node and provides access to the initialization GUI. Access the initialization GUI by using the management IP address through your IP network or through the technician port. Use the initialization GUI to add each candidate node to the system.
Adding nodes to an existing system
Before you add a node to an existing system, consider this high-level overview of the requirements and tasks involved.

Parent topic: Initializing the system