Planning a New EVM Network

EVM Host Licenses

The EVM kit contains one EVM server license and a license for five EVM hosts. If your planned EVM network includes more than five EVM-enabled hosts, you will need to purchase a license for additional hosts. Host licenses are available in quantities of 5, 10, or 25 hosts.

VCS Snapshot Licenses

If your planned EVM network includes HSV-based storage systems, you must have a VCS snapshot license for each. EVM cannot access an HSV-based storage system unless the storage system has a VCS snapshot license.

Storage Systems Planning

An EVM network must include at least one storage system and can include many storage systems. However, for the best overall performance, an EVM network should include only storage systems that you intend to include in EVM jobs.

If your SAN configuration (and planned EVM network) must include storage systems that you do not intend to use with EVM, you can browse to the EVM Configuration page and deselect them. This improves EVM performance but does not limit their use outside of EVM.

Before installing EVM, ensure the following are addressed. For specific requirements and versions, see Chapter 5, “Configuring the EVM Network.”

HSG-based Storage Systems

You have identified the HSG-based storage systems that you want to use in the EVM network, if any.

The number of storage systems does not exceed the number that the Management Appliance supports.

Each HSG-based storage system is controlled by an element manager (and not by a StorageWorks Command Console agent).

Each HSG-based storage system has an EVM supported ACS and is configured for multibus failover.

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Enterprise Volume Manager Software specifications

HP Enterprise Volume Manager (EVM) Software is a robust solution designed to optimize storage management for enterprise environments. This innovative software addresses the complexities of managing data across diverse storage systems while enhancing performance, scalability, and efficiency.

One of the key features of HP EVM is its ability to centralize storage management. By providing a unified interface, it streamlines administrative tasks, enabling IT teams to manage storage resources from a single console. This centralization not only simplifies operations but also reduces the potential for human error, leading to more reliable data management.

Another significant feature is the software's powerful automation capabilities. HP EVM automates routine tasks such as data provisioning, monitoring, and reporting. This functionality empowers organizations to allocate resources efficiently, respond to changes in demand swiftly, and ensure optimal performance without extensive manual intervention. Automated alerting and reporting mechanisms provide visibility into storage utilization and performance metrics, allowing for proactive management of storage resources.

HP EVM also supports advanced storage technologies like thin provisioning and deduplication, which help maximize storage efficiency. Thin provisioning allows organizations to allocate storage on an as-needed basis, minimizing wastage and ensuring cost-effective utilization. Deduplication, on the other hand, reduces redundant data, freeing up valuable storage space and improving backup and recovery times.

Scalability is another hallmark of HP EVM. The software is designed to grow with an organization's needs, supporting a wide array of storage devices, from traditional disk systems to flash storage. This flexibility ensures that enterprises can adapt to evolving data demands and technological advancements without overhauling existing infrastructure.

Security features integrated into HP EVM are essential for protecting sensitive data. The software supports robust encryption protocols and access controls, ensuring that data remains secure during transitions and while stored across multiple locations. Compliance with industry regulations is facilitated through comprehensive logging and reporting features, enhancing an organization’s ability to maintain regulatory standards.

In conclusion, HP Enterprise Volume Manager Software is a pivotal tool for organizations seeking efficient and effective storage management. With its centralized management capabilities, automation features, support for advanced storage technologies, scalability, and strong security measures, HP EVM stands out as a vital asset that drives operational efficiency and data integrity in today's data-centric enterprises. Investing in HP EVM not only simplifies storage management but also empowers organizations to proactively meet their data challenges.