AMW Setup tab, select Rename Storage Array

To rename a selected storage array:

1Perform one of these actions:

•In the AMW Setup tab, select Rename Storage Array.

•In the EMW Devices tab Tree view, select Edit→ Rename.

•In the EMW Devices tab Table view, select Edit→ Rename.

•In the EMW Devices tab Tree view, right-click on the desired array icon and select Rename.

The Name/Rename Storage Arrays dialog is displayed.

2Select the relevant storage array from the Select storage array table.

If you do not know the name or physical location of the storage array, click Blink. After locating the storage array, click OK to turn off the LEDs.

The name of the storage array is displayed in the Storage array name.

3In Storage array name, type the new name of the storage array. If applicable, add a comment for the storage array in Additional comment.

4Click Apply.

A message is displayed warning you about the implications of changing the storage array name.

5Click Yes.

The new storage array name is displayed in the Select storage array table.

6Repeat step 2 through step 4 to name or rename additional storage arrays.

NOTE: Avoid arbitrary names or names that may lose meaning in the future.

Configuration: About Your Storage Array

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Dell MD3600f, MD3620F owner manual AMW Setup tab, select Rename Storage Array

Models: MD3620F MD3600f

•In the AMW Setup tab, select Rename Storage Array.

The Name/Rename Storage Arrays dialog is displayed.

MD3620F, MD3600f specifications