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Compaq Clustering Solutions for Windows NT

DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT

Configuration Guide v2.73

November 1998

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Prepared by DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration GuideCompaq Clustering Solutions for Windows NT NovemberCompaq Clustering Solutions ContentsWhy Buy Clusters from Compaq? Multivendor Customer Services for Windows NT and Windows NT ClustersOrdering DIGITAL Hardware/Software for a NT Cluster MSCS CertificationsCluster Quick Start Pointers for More InformationWhy Compaq Compaq Clustering SolutionsClustering HardwareCluster Kits Solution SizerInterconnects ToolsServerMaker Enterprise Cluster SoftwareServerWorks Manager ClusterWORKSHighlights Worldwide Service and SupportDIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide Microsoft Cluster ServerMSCS Point of FailureOther DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide∙ Maximum access to enterprise data FeaturesDIGITAL Clusters for Windows NT HighlightsDCNT v1.1 SP2 ∙ Remote Cluster AdministratorUpgrading from DCNT v1.0 to v1.1 SP2 ∙ Scalable design∙ DCNT IP Address Failover Support for File Shares DCNT V1.1 SP1DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide ∙ DCNT SQL Server Support Enhancements ∙ DCNT Elimination of Client Software RequirementDIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide Typical DCNT Environment Upgrading from DCNT to MSCSDIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide Supported DCNT HardwareServer Family 1. 2944UW and 2944W host adapters on DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration GuideDifferences between DCNT and MSCS FeatureDCNT MSCSDIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide Why Buy Clusters from Compaq?Overview ServerWORKS ManagerDIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide HighlightsDiscovering Clusters Using ServerWORKS Manager with ClustersFigure 1-1 Discovered Clusters on a Map View DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration GuideFigure 1-2 Cluster Member Information from the System Browser Window Viewing Information about Cluster Resource GroupsDIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide Figure 1-4 Alarm Configuration Window Setting an Alarm on a Cluster Resource or GroupDIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide Figure 1-6 Add New Component Status Alarm Dialog Box Figure 1-5 Add New Component Status Alarm Category TabDIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide DIGITAL Server Cluster Kit Overview DIGITAL Server Cluster KitsMonitoring for Transitions DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide∙ External Storage Cabinets DIGITAL Server Cluster Kit ComponentsBA356 Ultra Cluster Kits Pedestal version FR-CK356-UP Rackmount version FR-CK356-UROriginal Part Number FR-CK356-UP - BA356 Pedestal DIGITAL Server Cluster KitDescription DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration GuideNote To mount a BA356 in a Rittal rack, you need the following parts FR-CK356-UR - BA356 Rackmount DIGITAL Server Cluster KitMetal Kit Cage Nuts - 9011476-01 Qty M6 Screws - 9040331-01 Qty RA450 Cluster KitDIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide FR-CK450-RP - RA450 Pedestal DIGITAL Server Cluster KitOriginal Part Number DescriptionDIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide FR-CK450-RR- RA450 Rackmount DIGITAL Server Cluster KitOriginal Part Number DescriptionPedestal version FR-CK700-UP Rackmount version FR-CK700-UR RA7000 Cluster KitFR-CK700-UP- RA7000 Pedestal DIGITAL Server Cluster Kit DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration GuideThis kit replaces the rackmount kit that comes with the DS FR-CK700-UR - RA7000 Rackmount DIGITAL Server Cluster KitBA370-AA as of June RA3000 Cluster Kit available todayThe RA3000 Cluster Kit does not include DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration GuidePart Number FR-CK300-UP- RA3000 DIGITAL Server Cluster KitSupport for Alpha-based DIGITAL Servers is available, but not certified with MSCSRAID Management software and firmware Components NOT included in the DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits∙ Base Clustering Software ∙ Servers∙ Disk Drives http//akin40.mro.dec.com/clusters/DSClusterKits.htmCapacity ∙ LAN Network Connection∙ Storage Options Expansion CabinetsStorage DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration GuideRA450 Options RAID OptionsDIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide Part NumberDIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide RA7000 OptionsPart Number DescriptionCluster Contacts Ready-to-Go ClustersRA3000 Options Available Q3 CYComponents NOT included in the Ready-to-Go Clusters Ready-to-Go Cluster Components∙ Tape drives ∙ Servers disk drivesOrdering Ready-to-Go Clusters Multivendor Customer Services for Windows NT and Windows NT ClustersReady-to-Go Clusters Contacts DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide∙ Business Critical Services ∙ Priority Service PlanInternal Web Link http//www-amcs.shr.dec.com/mkt/nttechn.htm ∙ Bronze Support for Windows NT∙ Bronze Software Support for Microsoft Windows NT Internal Web Link http//www-amcs.shr.dec.com/mkt/Svcbronze.html∙ Silver Support for Windows NT Internal Web Link http//www-amcs.shr.dec.com/mkt/Svcsilver.html∙ System Health Check for Windows NT Internal Web Link http//www-amcs.shr.dec.com/mkt/Svcgold.htmlDIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide ∙ System Management Services for Windows NT MSCS Certified Configurations∙ Software Support for Windows NT DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guidehttp//akin40.mro.dec.com MSCS CertificationsCertification Schedule DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration GuideStep 1 Order two DIGITAL Servers Ordering DIGITAL Hardware/Software for a NT ClusterDIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide DIGITAL Servers Page Intel-based Servers Min. BIOS revDIGITAL CPU versionAlphaServers Universal Platforms Alpha BIOS for DCNTAlpha BIOS Alpha-based Servers Supported with DCNT or MSCSQTY Intel-based DIGITAL Servers Step 2 Order one of the DIGITAL Server Cluster KitsQTY Alpha-based DIGITAL Servers DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration GuideModel number Power idle wattsDS-RZ1EF-VA DS-RZ40-VAFR-CK356-UR 6 max FR-CK356-UP 6 maxFR-CK450-RP 24 max FR-CK450-RR 24 maxPower supply Cache batteryStorage Options Step 5 Order any optional storage optionsRA3000 Options RA7000 OptionsDIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide Part NumberStep 1 Unpack the Hardware and Software Cluster Quick StartStep 6 Order the operating system and application software, as needed Deploying a MSCS environmentStep 3 Install Network Cards Step 2 Install Shared Bus Host AdaptersStep 4 Install Private Network Cable Step 5 Install Hard DisksStep 11 Install Console Software on Host A Step 10 Install RAID Drivers on Host AStep 13 Install RAID Drivers on Host B Step 16a Install Microsoft Cluster ServerPointers for More Information Step 16b Install DIGITAL Clusters for Windows NTA Special Thanks http//akin40.mro.dec.com/DSClusterKits.htm