Important Information
This section provides information that is essential for ensuring that your data is accessible at all times and ensuring optimal operation of your Spectra nTier700 Backup and Archive appliance (referred to as the nTier700).
SUPPORTED BROWSERS
The following browsers are supported for accessing the BlueScale web interface for the nTier700:
Microsoft’s Internet Explorer versions 6.0 and above
Mozilla Firefox versions 2.0 and later
The first time you attempt to access the nTier BlueScale web interface, a warning about the web site’s security certificate displays. Before you can connect, you must address this warning. If you are using Mozilla Firefox, the method you use to address this warning depends on the version of Firefox. See Access the BlueScale Web Interface on page 40 for detailed instructions.
Important Do not use the Enter key on your keyboard when making selections or entering information in any of the text fields in the BlueScale web interface. Various web
browsers handle the Enter key differently, causing inconsistent behavior in the BlueScale web interface.
Always use your mouse to make selections and click the buttons in BlueScale screens instead of using your keyboard.
IP ADDRESSING
The nTier700 requires a valid IP address for Ethernet port 1 before you can connect to the BlueScale web interface for the first time. By default, the nTier700 uses DHCP to obtain an IP address. When installing an nTier700, make sure that it can access a properly configured DHCP/DNS server.
If a DHCP/DNS server is unavailable, use the operator panel on any blade to configure Ethernet port 1 to use static (fixed) addressing with a known good IP address on an available network. Refer to the Spectra nTier700 Backup and Archive Appliance User Guide for instructions.
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