Introduction 7
1
Introduction
This guide provides information about deploying Dell PowerVault MD
MD3200i and Dell PowerVault MD3220istorage arrays. The deployment
process includes:
• Hardware installation
• Modular Disk Storage Manager (MDSM) software installation
• Initial system configuration
Other information provided include system requirements, storage array
organization, and utilities.
NOTE: For more information on product documentation see,
support.dell.com/manuals.
MDSM enables an administrator to configure and monitor storage arrays for
optimum usability. The version of MDSM included on the PowerVault MD
series resource media can be used to manage both the PowerVault MD3200i
series and the earlier PowerVault MD series storage arrays. MDSM is
compatible with both Microsoft Windows and Linux operating systems.

System Requirements

Before installing and configuring the PowerVault MD3200i series hardware
and software, ensure that the operating system is supported and minimum
system requirements are met. For more information, see the Dell PowerVault
Support Matrix available on support.dell.com/manuals.

Management Station Requirements

A management station uses MDSM to configure and manage storage arrays
across the network. A management station must meet the following
minimum system requirements:
• Intel Pentium or an equivalent processor (1333 MHz or faster) with 512
MB RAM (1024 MB recommended)
• 1 GB disk space
book.book Page 7 Sunday, September 11, 2011 10:24 PM