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This checklist provides step-by-step ProLiant Cluster F500 for EVA operating system installation and
cluster configuration directions using Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Enterprise Edition.
Software and Hardware Pre-Checks
The following table provides a checklist of the required software versions and, if applicable, any items
to execute before beginning the installation. Place a checkmark (3) in the box after completing each
step.
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Software and Hardware Pre-Checks
Before installing your HP ProLiant F500 for EVA cluster solution, it is very important to refer to the HP Cluster
Configuration Support website for details on components that make up a valid cluster configuration. There is a support
matrix for each HP Cluster that details components that represent quality tested and supported HP Cluster
configurations.
Using the link below, select the appropriate operating system and storage platform and then refer to the row of
deliverables that are relevant to the configuration you require.
The HP Cluster Configuration Support website can be found at
http:/h18022.www1.hp.com/solutions/enterprise/highavailability/answercenter/configuration-all.html
SmartStart CD.
Two to eight supported ProLiant Servers, two supported Fibre Channel Adapters (FCA) per server, two or more
supported network adapters per server, two supported fibre channel switches or hubs, and one or more EVAs per
cluster.
Review and understand any Read This First (RTF) and Getting Started cards that were shipped with the product.
Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Enterprise Edition software and documentation.
If applicable, Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Enterprise Edition Service Pack.
HP Insight Manager (optional).
One HP OpenView Storage Management Appliance.
HP StorageWorks Command View EVA software.
HP StorageWorks Windows Kit for Enterprise Virtual Array for FCA driver.
EVA firmware for EVA5000 or EVA firmware for EVA3000.
FCA firmware and boot bios.
Fibre Channel switch firmware.
HP StorageWorks Secure Path for Windows (Included in the ProLiant Cluster F500 for the Enterprise SAN Cluster Kit).
Sufficient software rights to install the operating system and software applications on each node.
Ensure all hardware is installed and properly cabled as shown in figure 1 - hardware cabling diagram on page 3.
Install the NICs for the private network (cluster heartbeat interconnect) and the public network in each cluster node.
Install the FCAs in each cluster node.
Best Practice: If the server is equipped with multiple buses, it is recommended to install each FCA on a different bus.
Cable the private NIC in each cluster node. You may use the Ethernet Crossover cable included in your cluster kit if
desired for a two-node cluster.
Cable the FCAs to the switches (or hubs) in each cluster node.