Contents

Notes, Cautions, and Warnings

2

1 Introduction

5

Cluster Solution

5

Cluster Hardware Requirements

6

Cluster Nodes

6

Cluster Storage

6

Network Configuration Recommendations

8

Supported Cluster Configurations

9

iSCSI SAN-Attached Cluster

9

Other Documents You May Need

9

2 Cluster Hardware Cabling

11

Mouse, Keyboard, And Monitor Cabling Information

11

Power Supplies Cabling Information

11

Cluster Cabling Information For Public And Private Networks

12

For Public Network

13

For Private Network

13

NIC Teaming

14

Storage Array(s) Cabling Information

14

Cabling The Storage For Your iSCSI SAN-Attached Cluster

14

3 Preparing Your Systems For Clustering

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Configuring A Cluster

27

Installation Overview

28

Additional Information For Installing iSCSI NICs

28

Host Integration Tools

28

Installing The Microsoft iSCSI Software Initiator

33

Modifying The Registry Settings

34

Configuration Overview Of Shared Storage Arrays

34

Advanced Storage Features

37

Snapshots

38

Volumes

39

Replication

40

Volume Collections

41

Thin Provisioning

41

Installation And Configuration Of A Failover Cluster

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