Dell iSCSI Configuration for PowerVault MD3660i Storage Arrays
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iSCSI Configuration Worksheet

The IPv4 Settings — Worksheet and IPv6 Settings — Worksheet helps you plan your configuration. Recording host server and storage array IP addresses at a single location enables you to configure your setup faster and more efficiently.

Guidelines For Configuring Your Network For iSCSI provides general network setup guidelines for both Windows and Linux environments. It is recommended that you review these guidelines before completing the worksheet.

Configuring iSCSI On Your Storage Array

The following sections contain step-by-step instructions for configuring iSCSI on your storage array. However, before you begin, it is important to understand where each of these steps occur in relation to your host server or storage array environment.

The following table shows each iSCSI configuration step and where it occurs.

Table 1. Host Server Vs. Storage Array

This Step is Performed on the Host Server Using the Microsoft or Linux iSCSI Initiator

This Step is Performed on the Storage Array Using PowerVault MD Storage Manager

1. Discover the storage array

2. Configure the iSCSI ports on the storage array

3. Perform target discovery from the iSCSI initiator

4. Configure host access

5. (Optional) Configure CHAP authentication on the storage array

6.(Optional) Configure CHAP authentication on the host server

7.Connect to the storage array from the host server

8. (Optional) Set up in-band management

NOTE: It is recommended that you use the PowerVault Modular Disk Configuration Utility (MDCU) for iSCSI configuration. The PowerVault MDCU wizards guides you through the configuration steps described above. If you want to perform a manual configuration, see Appendix — Manual Configuration of iSCSI.

Automatic Configuration Using The Modular Disk Configuration Utility

NOTE: If PowerVault MDCU is not installed, it can be installed from the PowerVault MD Series resource media.

PowerVault MDCU provides a consolidated approach for configuring the iSCSI network of host servers and iSCSI-based storage arrays using a wizard-driven interface. This utility also enables the user to configure the iSCSI sessions of the host server according to the best practices and to achieve load-balanced paths with the storage array iSCSI host ports. If you select Launch the MDCU after reboot during the installation of the host software, the utility automatically launches after the next host server reboot. This utility can also be launched manually.

The utility has a context sensitive online help to guide you through each step of the wizard. The PowerVault MDCU performs:

•Storage array configuration

•Host configuration

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Contents Page Dell Inc Contents Uninstalling MD Storage Manager Appendix Manual Configuration Of iSCSIIncreasing Bandwidth With Multiple iSCSI Sessions Page Introduction System RequirementsIntroduction To Storage Arrays Management Station RequirementsPage Hardware Installation Planning The Storage ConfigurationConnecting The Storage Array Cabling The Storage ArrayRedundant And Non-Redundant Configurations Direct-Attached ConfigurationsFour Hosts in a Dual-Controller Configuration Two Hosts Connected to Two Controllers Two Cluster Nodes Connected to Two Controllers Network-Attached Configurations Servers Connected to Two Controllers Servers Connected to Two RAID Controllers Cabling PowerVault MD3060e Expansion Enclosures Expanding With New PowerVault MD3060e Expansion Enclosures Select Upgrade → EMM FirmwareInstalling MD Storage Manager Modular Disk Configuration UtilityGraphical Installation Recommended Console InstallationSelect Install MD Storage Software Silent Installation Enabling Premium Features OptionalUpgrading PowerVault MD Storage Manager Silent Installation On WindowsPage Post Installation Tasks ISCSI Configuration TerminologyBefore You Begin ISCSI Configuration Worksheet Configuring iSCSI On Your Storage ArrayStorage Array Configuration Configure The Storage Array Using PowerVault Mdcu Post Connection Establishment StepsGuidelines For Configuring Your Network For iSCSI Microsoft Windows Host SetupUsing a Dhcp server Using a Static IP AddressLinux Host Setup Using a DNS ServerUsing a Wins Server Using DhcpNETWORKING=yes HOSTNAME=mymachine.mycompany.com Page Uninstalling MD Storage Manager Uninstalling MD Storage Manager From WindowsUninstalling MD Storage Manager From Linux Run the file Uninstall Dell MD Storage Software.exeAppendix Manual Configuration Of iSCSI Default Management Port SettingsDiscover The Storage Array Out-of-band Management Only Setting Up The Array Automatic Storage Array DiscoveryManual Storage Array Discovery Launch MD Storage ManagerConfigure The iSCSI Ports On The Storage Array Perform Target Discovery From The iSCSI InitiatorFor Windows Server 2003 Or Windows Server 2008 GUI Version For Windows Server 2008 Core Version Configure Host Access Understanding Chap AuthenticationWhat Is Chap Target ChapConfigure Chap Authentication On The Storage Array Optional Configuring Target Chap Authentication On The Storage ArrayMutual Chap Chap DefinitionsConfigure Chap Authentication On The Host Server Optional Configuring Mutual Chap Authentication On The Storage ArrayChap Setting Description Authentication before allowing accessIscsicli RemoveTargetPortal IPaddress TCPlisteningport For Suse Linux Enterprise Server SP3 Using The GUI Go to Connected TargetsIf you are using Windows Server 2008 Core Version Connect To The Target Storage Array From The Host ServerFor Linux Server TCPPortNumberOfTargetPortal isOptional Set Up In-Band Management Appendix Using Internet Storage Naming Service Page Appendix Load Balancing Windows Load Balance PolicyRound Robin With Subset Least Queue Depth With SubsetIncreasing Bandwidth With Multiple iSCSI Sessions Initiator Configuration Page Appendix Stopping And Starting iSCSI Services In Linux Page IPv4 Settings Worksheet Subnet Default gatewayISCSI port 1, IPv6 Settings Worksheet Host iSCSI portISCSI controller 0, ISCSI controller 1,
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