Spectra Logic manual Access the BlueScale Web Interface, Configuring the NTIER700

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Updates to the User Guide

CHAPTER 3—CONFIGURING THE NTIER700

The following sections update the information in this chapter.

Task

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Access the BlueScale Web Interface

page 40

 

 

Access the Windows Desktop

page 45

 

 

Install Antivirus Software

page 49

 

 

Install Additional Application Software

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Access the BlueScale Web Interface

The BlueScale web interface lets you configure how the nTier700 operates, manage RAID volumes, and monitor the status of system components, including the drives and the battery backup. You can also view system- wide metrics, monitor system health, and update the BlueScale firmware. Read the Spectra nTier700 Backup and Archive Appliance User Guide for detailed information about using the BlueScale web interface.

Important Do not use the Enter key on your keyboard when making on-screen selections in the BlueScale web interface. Various web browsers handle the Enter key differently,

causing inconsistent behavior in the BlueScale web interface.

Always use your mouse to make selections and click the buttons in BlueScale screens instead of using your keyboard.

Use the following steps to connect to the BlueScale web interface.

1.Open a web browser on a computer on an active network that has access to the nTier700.

The BlueScale web interface supports the following standard web browsers.

ƒMicrosoft Internet Explorer versions 6.0 or later

ƒMozilla FireFox 2.0 or later

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Contents Spectra nTier700 Copyright Trademarks June Contacting Spectra Logic Spectra Logic Sales United States and Canada EuropeContents Updates to the User Guide Related Publications NTier700Microsoft Windows Operating System and Software Spectra nTier File MigratorUser Feedback Register Your NEW NTIER700 Typographical ConventionsRelease Notes 90990019 Firmware Package Support Firmware Package InformationFirmware Version Requirements Updating FirmwareFirmware Package History Resolved Issues BlueScale2.8.0.1BlueScale Enhancements and ChangesKnown Issues Problem WorkaroundAccessories Remote Desktop to display ConnectBackup and Archive Appliance User Guide for Known Issue BlueScale2.6.0.7Start Settings Network Connections BlueScale2.6.0.6Described in the nTier File Migrator User Guide Following error, which corresponds to the Remote Accessories Command Prompt Keyboard. For example, after entering the folder Release Notes 90990019 Supported Browsers IP AddressingWindows Operating System Obtain the Updated Device DriverUpdating Tape Drive Device Drivers Select If your organization Install the Updated Device Driver For this device UninstallRun the following command If you are using Remove Current Drivers or DevicesWorking with the Hardware Components Moving or Shipping the NTIER700 Recycling Your NTIER700Features OverviewInstall in a Restricted Access Location Installing the NTIER700Connect the Power Cords Install the Data Drives in the Blades Unlock the BladesInstall the Data Drives Identifying the drive numbers and latches in a bladeDrives for a single blade Release the drive sled latch Connect the Cables and Power On Connectors on the rear panel N+1 power configuration shownFibre Channel GigEConnected Scsi busƒ Read -Configuring the nTier700 on page 40 Next StepsAccess the BlueScale Web Interface Configuring the NTIER700Https//nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn When using Internet Explorer or Firefox Add Security Exception dialog box, select Get Certificate Release Notes 90990009 Access the Windows Desktop OverviewConnect and Log Windows Desktop messageWindows Storage Server login Log Off and Return to BlueScale Windows Storage Server Remote DesktopInstall Additional Application Software Install Antivirus SoftwareMake the Installation Files Accessible to Windows Share a CD or DVD Drive on a Remote Computer Share the DriveMap the Shared CD or DVD Drive to a Drive Letter Install the Software Using the NTIER700 Using the Blade Operator PanelDisplaying the Status of Components Maintaining the NTIER700 Moving or Shipping the nTier700Check the Current Firmware Version Determine Whether an Update is Available Current BlueScale version on the About menuDownload the Updated Firmware ThenUpdate the Firmware Select Start Update Choose Continue Install CancelUpdating Tape Drive Device Drivers Restart the nTier700 Installnonexclusive.exe Before Contacting Spectra Logic Technical Support Appendix A-SERVICE and SupportOpening a Support Ticket RAID Storage Specifications Appendix B SpecificationsParameter Specification ReturnsPower Cords Volt AC power cord are as followsAppendix D-TUNING Gigabit Ethernet Network Performance Enable Jumbo Frames for 10 GigE Network Interface CardsChange the MTU Setting for the NIC Card Local Area Connection Properties Enable Window Scaling DecimalTeaming NICs Static Link Team Type DescriptionAggregation SLA