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ISS Technology Update Volume 8, Number 5 - Page 1
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http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bc/docs/support/SupportManual/c018479 18/c01847918.pdf
HP Smart Array Controller technology, 2nd edition
http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bc/docs/support/SupportManual/c006875 18/c00687518.pdf
Using the HP Direct Connect Shared SAS storage solution http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bc/docs/support/SupportManual/c018208
with VMware ESX virtualization software
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ISS Technology Update Volume 8, Number 5 - Page 2
... allows administrators to configure the server to maintain comparable performance while lowering processor power consumption. In other cases, an administrator can increase overall system performance while maintaining the same processor power consumption.
Disabling processor cores using the HP ROM-based Setup Utility
The HP ROM-Based Setup Utility (RBSU) is the configuration tool used to disable...
ISS Technology Update Volume 8, Number 5 - Page 3
... no FC SAN infrastructure exists. An iSCSI SAN is typically comprised of software or hardware initiators on the host connected to an isolated Ethernet network and some number of storage resources (targets). While the target is usually a hard drive enclosure or another computer, it can also be any other storage device that supports the iSCSI protocol, such as a tape
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ISS Technology Update Volume 8, Number 5 - Page 4
...File System Disk Driver
SCSI iSCSI MP**
TCP/IP Ethernet
iSCSI target
iSCSI
SCSI
TCP/IP
Ethernet
Direct attached block storage using SCSI/SAS*
* Serial Attached SCSI ** Multipathing
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Remote block storage using iSCSI
Initiators include both software- and hardware-based initiators incorporated on host bus adapters (HBAs) and network interface cards (NICs). Software initiators...
ISS Technology Update Volume 8, Number 5 - Page 5
... Networking Software
Current Softpaq sp43831.exe
All firmware upgrades and complete Softpaqs can be downloaded from http:www.hp.com/go/ProLiantNICs. Select ―Support and Documents‖ and enter the product name/number.
Additional resources
For additional information on the topics discussed in this article, visit these resources:
HP iSCSI resources HP network adapters
URL http:www.hp...
ISS Technology Update Volume 8, Number 5 - Page 6
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Volume 8, Number 5
HP ProLiant Accelerated iSCSI for Windows User Guide
HP Insight software Accelerated iSCSI Pack for Embedded Multifunction server adapters
Performance comparison of HP hardware and software accelerated iSCSI - Tolly Group
HP iSCSI solutions brief
http://bizsupport.austin.hp.com/bc/docs/support/SupportManual/ c00577553/c00577553.pdf http://h18000.www1.hp.com...
ISS Technology Update Volume 8, Number 5 - Page 8
... in the direct communications between the Engineering Problem Resolution team and customers. His primary goal is to make customers happy by solving their problems; therefore, he values their input. He cited some recent examples of the HP response to customer requirements: the introduction of low power memory and the introduction of 8GB and 16GB...
ISS Technology Update Volume 8, Number 7 - Page 1
... servers, 10th Edition The AMD processor roadmap for industry-standard servers, 6th Edition HP BladeSystem c-Class SAN connectivity
Implementing UPS power management applications with HP Systems Insight Manager, 3rd edition
URL
http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bc/docs/support/SupportManual/c018933 03/c01893303.pdf
http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bc/docs/support/SupportManual/c019385 87/c01938587.pdf
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ISS Technology Update Volume 8, Number 7 - Page 2
... or the processor is operating below power and thermal design points set by the user.
Disabling HT Technology
Test applications thoroughly, or contact the software manufacturer, to determine whether HT Technology can provide a measurable performance gain. If using HT Technology degrades application performance, it may be beneficial to disable it through the ROM Based Setup Utility...
ISS Technology Update Volume 8, Number 7 - Page 3
... supported across most of the ML, DL, and BL G5 and G6 ProLiant servers Advances in controller technology that provide significant improvements in read and write performance
In addition to these improvements, the new SSDs retain the original ruggedness that made them well suited for environments where traditional disk drives cannot operate. HP 3G SATA...
ISS Technology Update Volume 8, Number 7 - Page 5
... customers are interested in using the most widely known technique that installs the image on an internal USB flash drive or SD card. This eliminates the need for any internal disk drives to host operating system files. The virtual machines (VM) hosted on this infrastructure are stored on external networked storage, which can range from low-cost, high-performance shared SAS...
ISS Technology Update Volume 8, Number 7 - Page 6
... interconnect modules and an HP MSA2000sa G2 SAS shared storage array provides a robust environment that can be configured to tolerate multiple levels of failure and provide maximum uptime for all vSphere host servers. Another alternative might be to consolidate the system drives for a number of blade servers on an HP StorageWorks MDS600 Disk System. More elaborate configurations based...
HP StorageWorks 200 Storage Virtualization System site preparation guide (AE071-96003, October 2006) - Page 2
... possession, use or copying. Consistent with FAR 12.211 and 12.212, Commercial Computer Software, Computer Software Documentation, and Technical Data for Commercial Items are licensed to the U.S. Government under vendor's standard commercial license.
The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express...
HP StorageWorks 200 Storage Virtualization System site preparation guide (AE071-96003, October 2006) - Page 7
...to this service provides you with e-mail updates on the latest product enhancements, newest driver versions, and firmware documentation updates as well as instant access to numerous other product resources. After subscribing, locate your products by selecting Business support and then Storage under Product Category.
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HP StorageWorks 200 Storage Virtualization System site preparation guide (AE071-96003, October 2006) - Page 20
... ideal environment for computer equipment, including this system. Make sure your computer room adheres to all national and local building codes for a data center/computer room environment. HP recommends that you follow these general guidelines: • Locate the computer room away from exterior walls of the building to avoid the heat gain from
windows and exterior wall...
HP StorageWorks 200 Storage Virtualization System site preparation guide (AE071-96003, October 2006) - Page 45
... install and configure the system.
3. As you unpack the cartons, match the delivered items to the packing list (invoice) for each carton. Contact your HP sales representative immediately if any items are missing or are not the ones you ordered.
4. Move all equipment to the computer room before the installation date.
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HP StorageWorks 200 Storage Virtualization System site preparation guide (AE071-96003, October 2006) - Page 49
... interface processor (CHIP)
Synonymous with the term channel adapter (CHA).
channel processor The processors located on the channel adapter (CHA). Synonymous with CHIP. (CHP)
command device A volume on the system that accepts Continuous Access or Business Copy control operations which are then executed by the system.
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HP StorageWorks 200 Storage Virtualization System owner's guide (AE071-96004, October 2006) - Page 9
...; http://www.hp.com/service_locator • http://www.hp.com/support/manuals • http://www.hp.com/support/downloads
Documentation feedback
HP welcomes your feedback. To make comments and suggestions about product documentation, please send a message to storagedocs.feedback@hp.com. All submissions become the property of HP.
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System and storage management
HP Remote Web Console gives you browser-based control and management of the system from a remote Windows client you supply. Additionally, to manage storage systems, you must install the Command View Advanced Edition software on a Windows Device Manager server you supply. Other HP StorageWorks software may also be installed on this host, including the supplied External...
HP StorageWorks 200 Storage Virtualization System owner's guide (AE071-96004, October 2006) - Page 43
... overall storage availability • Simplifies disaster recovery • Improves data security Before installing a software package, refer to the software product documentation to verify equipment requirements. To learn more about HP software products, or to obtain software updates, visit the HP web site: http://www.hp.com.
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