Dell PowerVault MD3800i - Manual (Page 29)

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Post Installation Tasks
Before using the storage array for the first time, complete the initial configuration tasks in the order
shown. These tasks are performed using the MD Storage Manager.
NOTE: If Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) is not used, initial configuration using the
management station must be performed on the same physical subnet as the storage array.
Additionally, during initial configuration, at least one network adapter must be configured on the
same IP subnet as the storage array’s default management ports (Controller 0 Port
0:192.168.129.101 or Controller 1 Port 1:192.168.129.102). After initial configuration, the
management ports are configured using MD Storage Manager and the management station’s IP
address can be changed back to the previous settings.
Before You Begin
NOTE: Before you begin configuring iSCSI, it is recommended that you fill out the IPv4 or IPv6 iSCSI
configuration worksheet available in this document, see
iSCSI Configuration Worksheet . Gathering
this type of information about your network before starting the configuration steps helps you to
complete the process more efficiently.
iSCSI Configuration Terminology
Table 1. Standard Terminology Used in iSCSI Configuration
Term Definition
Challenge Handshake Authentication Protocol
(CHAP) An optional security protocol used to control
access to an iSCSI storage system by restricting
use of the iSCSI data ports on both the host server
and storage array. For more information on the
types of CHAP authentication supported, see
Understanding CHAP Authentication .
Host or host server A server connected to the storage array using iSCSI
ports.
Host server port The iSCSI port (two per controller) on the storage
array.
iSCSI initiator The iSCSI-specific software installed on the host
server that controls communications between the
host server and the storage array.
iSCSI host port The iSCSI port (two per controller) on the storage
array.
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