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Table 4-2. Host Server Vs. Storage Array
NOTE: It is recommended that you use the PowerVault Modular Disk Configuration
Utility (MDCU) for iSCSI configuration. The PowerVault MDCU wizards guides you
through the configuration steps described above. If you want to perform a manual
configuration, see "Appendix—Manual Configuration of iSCSI" on page 53.
Automatic Configuration Using the Modular Disk Configuration Utility
NOTE: If MDCU is not installed, it can be installed from the MD series resource
media.
The MDCU provides a consolidated approach for configuring the iSCSI network
of host servers and iSCSI-based storage arrays using a wizard-driven interface.
This utility also enables the user to configure the iSCSI sessions of the host server
according to the best practices and to achieve load-balanced paths with the
storage array iSCSI host ports. If you select Launch the MDCU after reboot
during the installation of the host software, the utility automatically launches
after the next host server reboot. This utility can also be launched manually.
The utility has a context sensitive online help to guide you through each step
of the wizard.
This Step is Performed on the Host Server
Using the Microsoft or Linux iSCSI Initiator
This Step is Performed on the Storage
Array Using PowerVault MD Storage
Manager
1
Discover the storage array
2
Configure the iSCSI ports on the
storage array
3
Perform target discovery from the iSCSI
initiator
4
Configure host access
5
(Optional) Configure CHAP
authentication on the storage array
6
(Optional) Configure CHAP
authentication on the host server
7
Connect to the storage array from the
host server
8
(Optional) Set up in-band management
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