Spectra Logic NTIER700 manual Install Antivirus Software, Install Additional Application Software

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Chapter 3—Configuring the nTier700

Install Antivirus Software

Spectra Logic recommends that you install antivirus software on the nTier700 application server.

Note: If you plan to use the optional data replication feature of Windows Storage Server, make sure your antivirus software is compatible with the DFS Replication service. Contact your antivirus software vendor to check for compatibility. Refer to the Spectra nTier700 Backup and Archive Appliance User Guide for additional information.

1.Obtain a licensed copy of the antivirus software you plan to use.

2.Use one of the methods described in Make the Installation Files Accessible to Windows to make the antivirus software installations files accessible to the Windows operating system.

3.Install the software as described in Install the Software on page 52.

Install Additional Application Software

If desired, you can install additional Windows software applications, including Symantec® Backup Exec, on your nTier700. You use the Windows operating system to install application software on the nTier700.

For detailed information about installing software, refer to the Windows Storage Server documentation (see Microsoft Windows Operating System and Software on page 14).

Note: Spectra nTier File Migrator software and Microsoft Data Protection Manager (DPM) are no longer available for purchase with the nTier700.

Make the Installation Files Accessible to Windows

Use one of the following methods to make the installation files accessible to the Windows operating system on the nTier700 and then install the software.

ƒConnect a USB CD or DVD drive to one of the USB ports on the back panel (see Figure 7 on page 36). If you use this method, skip to Install the Software on page 52.

ƒCopy the installation files to a USB flash drive and connect it to a USB port on the nTier700 (see Figure 7 on page 36). If you use this method, skip to Install the Software on page 52.

ƒCopy the files to a location on the network to which the nTier700 is connected and access the files there. If you plan to use this method, skip to Install the Software on page 52.

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Contents Spectra nTier700 Copyright Trademarks June Spectra Logic Sales United States and Canada Europe Contacting Spectra LogicContents Updates to the User Guide NTier700 Related PublicationsSpectra nTier File Migrator Microsoft Windows Operating System and SoftwareRegister Your NEW NTIER700 Typographical Conventions User FeedbackRelease Notes 90990019 Firmware Package Information Firmware Package SupportFirmware Version Requirements Updating FirmwareFirmware Package History BlueScale2.8.0.1 Resolved IssuesBlueScale Enhancements and ChangesProblem Workaround Known IssuesAccessories Remote Desktop to display ConnectBackup and Archive Appliance User Guide for BlueScale2.6.0.7 Known IssueBlueScale2.6.0.6 Start Settings Network ConnectionsDescribed 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 IP Addressing Supported BrowsersWindows Operating System Obtain the Updated Device DriverUpdating Tape Drive Device Drivers Select If your organization For this device Uninstall Install the Updated Device DriverRun the following command If you are using Remove Current Drivers or DevicesWorking with the Hardware Components Recycling Your NTIER700 Moving or Shipping the NTIER700Overview FeaturesInstalling the NTIER700 Install in a Restricted Access LocationConnect the Power Cords Unlock the Blades Install the Data Drives in the BladesIdentifying the drive numbers and latches in a blade Install the Data DrivesDrives for a single blade Release the drive sled latch Connectors on the rear panel N+1 power configuration shown Connect the Cables and Power OnGigE Fibre ChannelScsi bus ConnectedNext Steps ƒ Read -Configuring the nTier700 on page 40Configuring the NTIER700 Access the BlueScale Web InterfaceHttps//nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn When using Internet Explorer or Firefox Add Security Exception dialog box, select Get Certificate Release Notes 90990009 Overview Access the Windows DesktopWindows Desktop message Connect and LogWindows Storage Server login Windows Storage Server Remote Desktop Log Off and Return to BlueScaleInstall Additional Application Software Install Antivirus SoftwareMake the Installation Files Accessible to Windows Share the Drive Share a CD or DVD Drive on a Remote ComputerMap 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 Current BlueScale version on the About menu Determine Whether an Update is AvailableThen Download the Updated FirmwareUpdate the Firmware Select Start Update Cancel Choose Continue InstallUpdating Tape Drive Device Drivers Restart the nTier700 Installnonexclusive.exe Before Contacting Spectra Logic Technical Support Appendix A-SERVICE and SupportOpening a Support Ticket Appendix B Specifications RAID Storage SpecificationsParameter Specification ReturnsVolt AC power cord are as follows Power CordsAppendix 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 Decimal Enable Window ScalingTeaming NICs Static Link Team Type DescriptionAggregation SLA