Dell MD3220, MD3200 manual Installing PowerVault MD Storage Software

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Installing PowerVault MD Storage Software

The Dell PowerVault MD series resource media contains software and drivers for both Linux and Microsoft Windows operating systems.

The root of the media contains a readme.txt file covering changes to the software, updates, fixes, patches, and other important data applicable to both the Linux and Windows operating systems. The readme.txt file also specifies requirements for accessing documentation, information regarding versions of the software on the media, and system requirements for running the software.

For more information on supported hardware and software for PowerVault systems, see the Support Matrix located at dell.com/support/manuals.

NOTE: It is recommended that you install all the latest updates available at dell.com/support.

The PowerVault MD series resource media storage software installer provides features that include the core software and providers. The core software feature includes the host-based storage agent, multipath driver, and PowerVault MD Storage Manager application used to configure, manage, and monitor the storage array solution. The providers feature include providers for the Microsoft Virtual Disk Service (VDS) and Microsoft Volume Shadow-Copy Service (VSS) framework.

NOTE: For more information about the Microsoft VDS and Microsoft VSS providers, see the Owner's Manual at dell.com/support/manuals.

NOTE: To install the software on a Windows or Linux system, you must have administrative or root privileges.

The PowerVault MD series resource media offers the following three installation methods:

•Graphical Installation (Recommended)—This is the recommended installation procedure for most users. The installer presents a graphical wizard-driven interface that allows customization of components to be installed.

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