Dell PowerVault 3060e User Manual

Dell PowerVault MD3060e Storage EnclosureDeployment Guide

Single Server Dual HBA Asymmetric ConfigurationFigure 3. Single Server Dual HBA Asymmetric Cabling Diagram10

Single Server 3 HBA up to 3 enclosures High Availability ConfigurationFigure 4. Single Server 3 HBA up to 3 enclosures High Availability Cabling Diagr

Single Server 4 HBA up to 4 enclosures High Availability ConfigurationFigure 5. Single Server 4 HBA up to 4 enclosures High Availability Cabling Diagr

Dual Server ConfigurationsDual Server Cluster Dual HBA Maximum Symmetric ConfigurationFigure 6. Dual Server Cluster Dual HBA Maximum Symmetric Cabling

Dual Server Cluster Dual Quad Port HBA 4 Enclosure High Availability ConfigurationFigure 7. Dual Server Cluster Dual Quad Port HBA 4 Enclosure High Av

Dual Server Cluster 3 HBAs with 3 Enclosures High Availability ConfigurationFigure 8. Dual Server Cluster 3 HBAs with 3 Enclosures High Availability C

Dual Server Cluster 4 HBAs with 4 enclosures High Availability ConfigurationFigure 9. Dual Server Cluster 4 HBAs with 4 enclosures High Availability C

LinuxThere are three configurations supported for Linux host servers:• Single Path — This configuration utilizes a simplified cabling scheme, but does

Linux Single Path ConfigurationFigure 10. Linux Single Path Cabling Diagram18

Linux Symmetric Multipath ConfigurationFigure 11. Linux Symmetric Multipath Cabling Diagram19

Notes, Cautions, and WarningsNOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer.CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates

Linux Asymmetric Multipath ConfigurationFigure 12. Linux Asymmetric Multipath Cabling Diagram20

3Installing Storage Enclosure Management SoftwareInstalling Host Bus Adapters And Drivers1. Install the host bus adapters (HBAs).2. Connect the cables

NOTE: There is no Windows console mode installation.Storage Enclosure Management Installation — LinuxGraphical installation1. Download the Storage Enc

4Uninstalling Storage Enclosure Management SoftwareWindowsNOTE: If you installed the program silently, the uninstallation is silent as well.NOTE: The

Contents1 Introduction...4System Requirements.

1IntroductionCAUTION: See the Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Information document for important safety information before following any procedu

NOTE: Dell supports Microsoft Windows and Linux host operating systems with the MD3060e storage enclosure. For more details on the specific OS’s suppo

Alternatively, the information may be on a sticker on the chassis of the system. This information is used by Dell to route support calls to the approp

2Hardware InstallationBefore using this guide, ensure that you review the instructions in the:• MD3060e Getting Started Guide — Provides an overview o

3. Ethernet Port — Not used. 4. SAS OUT Port — Enables the Storage Enclosure to be connected to another Storage Enclosure5. EMM 1 — Enclosure Manageme

Recommended cabling diagrams for the maximum configurations and tables are shown below:Single Server ConfigurationsSingle Server Dual HBA Symmetric Co