Dell MD3620F, MD3600f manual 1. Initial Setup Tasks Dialog Box, Purpose

NOTE: Before configuring the storage array, check the status icons on the Device pane to ensure that the enclosures in the storage array are in an Optimal status. For more information on the status icons, see the Owner’s Manual at support.dell.com/manuals.

Table 4-1. Initial Setup Tasks Dialog Box

Task	Purpose
Rename the storage array	To provide a more meaningful name than the
	software-assigned label, Unnamed.

Set a storage array password

Set up alert notifications Set up e-mail alerts Set up SNMP alerts

To restrict unauthorized access. MDSM may ask for a password before changing the configuration or performing a destructive operation.

To notify individuals (by e-mail) and/or storage enterprise management consoles, such as Dell Management Console, (by SNMP) when a storage array component degrades or fails, or an adverse environmental condition occurs.

Configure a storage array To create virtual disks and map them to hosts.

Post Installation Tasks

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