Dell MD3620F, MD3600f manual Installing MD Storage Software

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Installing MD Storage Software

The 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 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 Dell PowerVault systems, see the Support Matrix located at support.dell.com/manuals.

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

The PowerVault MD3600f series 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 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 support.dell.com/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 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 which components are installed.

•Console Installation—This installation procedure is useful for Linux users that do not desire to install an X-Window environment on their supported Linux platform.

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