What’s New

Intended Audience

This document is intended for customers who purchased or upgraded to the HP StorageWorks Data Replication Manager (DRM) HGS80 Array Controller Software (ACS) Version 8.7P, and for HP authorized service providers responsible for installing, configuring, and maintaining DRM systems.

Related documentation

The following documents provide helpful information for running your DRM solution:

■HP StorageWorks Data Replication Manager HSG80 Version 8.7P Configuration Guide, part number AA-RPHZF-TE

■HP StorageWorks Data Replication Manager HSG80 Version 8.7P Failover/Failback Procedures Guide, part number AA-RPJ0E-TE

■HP StorageWorks Data Replication Manager HSG80 ACS Version 8.7P Scripting User Guide, part number EK-DRMSC-OA. E01

■HP StorageWorks Data Replication Manager HSG80 ACS Version 8.7P Design Guide Reference Guide, part number AA-RQ78C-TE

■HP StorageWorks Continuous Access and Data Replication Manager SAN Extensions Reference Guide, part number AA-RU5CE-TE

■HP StorageWorks SAN Design Reference Guide, part number AA-RMPNL-TE

What’s New

The following sections summarize the major features, enhancements, and requirements of using ACS Version 8.7P with DRM.

SAN Extension Products

Refer to the HP StorageWorks Continuous Access and Data Replication Manager SAN Extensions Reference Guide for details on supported Fibre Channel over Internet Protocol products. All WDM products are permitted with Continuous Access EVA and Data Replication Manager.

Controller Firmware Upgrade Path

HP strongly recommends that the minimum version of DRM for new installations or upgrades be ACS v8.7-3P. This version should be obtained from a direct install and not by overlaying patches on earlier versions of 8.7P. For information on obtaining the appropriate ACS v8.7-3P PCMCIA card, contact your HP service center.

The rolling upgrade is documented in the HP StorageWorks Data Replication Manager HSG80 ACS Version 8.7P Configuration Guide. The procedure is designed to allow an array controller software upgrade without the need for a server reboot. However, you must ensure that all the latest drivers, and if applicable, the latest release of Secure Path are installed prior to this upgrade. Installing the latest drivers may require the server to be rebooted. Information on the latest supported drivers and Secure Path can be found in Table 1.

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Data Replication Manager HSG80 ACS Version 8.7P Release Notes