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This guide explains how to use Sun StorEdge Configuration Service to configure, monitor, and manage the Sun StorEdge 3000 family arrays. For information about installing Sun StorEdge Configuration Service, refer to the Sun StorEdge 3000 Family Software Installation Guide.
This guide also references Sun StorEdge Diagnostic Reporter, a companion utility of Sun StorEdge Configuration Service for sending and receiving system messages from the hosts and arrays. For information about installing Sun StorEdge Diagnostic Reporter, refer to the Sun StorEdge 3000 Family Software Installation Guide. For information about using Sun StorEdge Diagnostic Reporter, refer to the Sun StorEdge 3000 Family Diagnostic Reporter User's Guide.
Unless otherwise specified, the Sun StorEdge 3120 SCSI array, Sun StorEdge 3310 SCSI array, and Sun StorEdge 3510 FC array are referred to as the array or arrays.
This guide is written for experienced system administrators who are familiar with Sun hardware and software products.
This book covers the following topics:
Chapter 1 introduces Sun StorEdge Configuration Service features.
Chapter 2 lists steps to follow to ensure that the array has been configured properly before you install and use Sun StorEdge Configuration Service.
Chapter 3 contains procedures for setting up Sun StorEdge Configuration Service.
Chapter 4 provides instructions for configuring the array.
Chapter 5 explains how to create a LUN filter to maintain large Fibre Channel networks that share common storage (Fibre Channel only).
Chapter 6 explains how to monitor the array.
Chapter 7 explains how to maintain the integrity of the array.
Chapter 8 explains how to change or add to the current array configuration.
Appendix A provides basic redundant array of independent disks (RAID) information.
Appendix B explains how to monitor a standalone JBOD.
Appendix C provides information about setting up a cluster configuration (SCSI Only).
Appendix D explains how to determine the host worldwide name (WWN) on a Solaris host and a Windows NT host (Fibre Channel Only).
Appendix E explains how to set up full event monitoring and email notification capabilities.
Appendix F provides troubleshooting suggestions for a list of symptoms.
Appendix G contains a list of Sun StorEdge Configuration Service error codes and messages.
The Glossary provides RAID terminology and definitions used throughout the product documentation.
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All Sun StorEdge 3000 family documentation is available online in both PDF and HTML format at the following location:
http://www.sun.com/products-n-solutions/hardware/docs/Network_Storage_Solutions/Workgroup/
The following locations are specific for the SCSI array and FC array:
http://docs.sun.com/db/coll/3120SCSIarray
http://docs.sun.com/db/coll/3310SCSIarray
http://docs.sun.com/db/coll/3510FCarray
You can view, print, or purchase a broad selection of Sun documentation at:
http://www.sun.com/documentation
For late-breaking news and troubleshooting tips, review the release notes for your array located in the appropriate directory:
http://www.sun.com/products-n-solutions/hardware/docs/Network_Storage_Solutions/Workgroup/
If you have technical questions about this product that are not answered in the documentation, go to:
http://www.sun.com/service/contacting
To initiate or check on a USA-only service request, contact Sun support at:
To obtain international technical support, contact the sales office of each country at:
http://www.sun.com/service/contacting/sales.html
The Sun StorEdge documentation is available in 508-compliant HTML files that can be used with assistive technology programs for visually impaired personnel. These files are provided on the Documentation CD for your product as well as on the websites identified in the previous "Accessing Sun Documentation" section. Additionally, the software and firmware applications provide keyboard navigation and shortcuts, which are documented in the user's guides.
Sun is interested in improving its documentation and welcomes your comments and suggestions. You can submit your comments by going to:
http://www.sun.com/hwdocs/feedback
Please include the title and part number of your document with your feedback: Sun StorEdge 3000 Family Configuration Service 1.5 User's Guide, part number 817-3337-12.
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