Dell PowerVault DL2000 User Manual download pdf (Page 14)

1. PERC (optional)

2. PowerVault DL2

00 system

3. SAS HBA (optional)

4. tape backup (optional)

5. storage enclosure (optional)

NOTE: If a SCSI, SAS, or Fibre Channel host adapter is installed for use with an optional tape device, see Adding An

Optional Tape Library.

Connecting The Cable Management Arm (Optional)

If the appliance includes a cable management arm (CMA), locate the CMA

Installation Instructions

that shipped with the

CMA kit and follow the instructions to install the CMA.

Turning On The DL Backup To Disk Appliance

After cabling the appliance, turn on each storage enclosure and then the PowerVault DL2

00 system.

NOTE: It is recommended that you connect the appliance to an uninterrupted power supply (UPS) for maximum

reliability and availability. For more information, see your system's Hardware Owner's Manual at support.dell.com/

manuals

Configuring The Software

All software necessary to deploy the appliance is pre-installed on the PowerVault DL2

00 system. When you turn on the

system for the first time, the PowerVault DL Backup to Disk Appliance Configuration Wizard runs automatically. The

wizard guides you through a series of questions to configure the software on the appliance.

NOTE: The PowerVault DL Backup to Disk Appliance Configuration Wizard may take up to 30 seconds to appear on

the system console.

NOTE: Complete all steps of the PowerVault DL Backup to Disk Appliance Configuration Wizard before using

Microsoft Windows Update.

After logging on to Microsoft Windows Server 2008, the system automatically launches the PowerVault DL Backup to

Disk Appliance Configuration Wizard, which configures the appliance based on the information provided. To continue

with the PowerVault DL Backup to Disk Appliance Configuration Wizard, ensure that:

• At least one network interface is connected.

• All storage enclosures are turned on and connected to the PowerVault DL2

00 system.

• The optional tape device is turned on and connected to the PowerVault DL2

00 system.

Cable Connection Verification

The PowerVault DL Backup to Disk Appliance Configuration Wizard verifies if the PowerVault DL2

00 system is

connected correctly to the external disk storage and tape devices. If the SAS cables are not connected correctly, you

must turn off the PowerVault DL2

00 system. With the PowerVault DL2

00 turned off, correct the indicated cable(s) by

connecting the following:

• PowerVault MD1

00 storage controllers to a PERC adapter

• Tape device to a SAS, SCSI, or Fibre Channel HBA

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