Dell PowerVault DL2000 - Manual (Page 14)

1. PERC (optional)
2. PowerVault DL2
x 00 system
3. SAS HBA (optional)
4. tape backup (optional)
5. storage enclosure (optional)
NOTE: If a SCSI, SAS, or Fibre Channel host adapter is installed for use with an optional tape device, see Adding An
Optional Tape Library .
Connecting The Cable Management Arm (Optional)
If the appliance includes a cable management arm (CMA), locate the CMA Installation Instructions that shipped with the
CMA kit and follow the instructions to install the CMA.
Turning On The DL Backup To Disk Appliance
After cabling the appliance, turn on each storage enclosure and then the PowerVault DL2 x 00 system.
NOTE: It is recommended that you connect the appliance to an uninterrupted power supply (UPS) for maximum
reliability and availability. For more information, see your system's Hardware Owner's Manual at support.dell.com/
manuals.
Configuring The Software
All software necessary to deploy the appliance is pre-installed on the PowerVault DL2 x 00 system. When you turn on the
system for the first time, the PowerVault DL Backup to Disk Appliance Configuration Wizard runs automatically. The
wizard guides you through a series of questions to configure the software on the appliance.
NOTE: The PowerVault DL Backup to Disk Appliance Configuration Wizard may take up to 30 seconds to appear on
the system console.
NOTE: Complete all steps of the PowerVault DL Backup to Disk Appliance Configuration Wizard before using
Microsoft Windows Update.
After logging on to Microsoft Windows Server 2008, the system automatically launches the PowerVault DL Backup to
Disk Appliance Configuration Wizard, which configures the appliance based on the information provided. To continue
with the PowerVault DL Backup to Disk Appliance Configuration Wizard, ensure that:
• At least one network interface is connected.
• All storage enclosures are turned on and connected to the PowerVault DL2 x 00 system.
• The optional tape device is turned on and connected to the PowerVault DL2 x 00 system.
Cable Connection Verification
The PowerVault DL Backup to Disk Appliance Configuration Wizard verifies if the PowerVault DL2 x 00 system is
connected correctly to the external disk storage and tape devices. If the SAS cables are not connected correctly, you
must turn off the PowerVault DL2
x 00 system. With the PowerVault DL2 x 00 turned off, correct the indicated cable(s) by
connecting the following:
• PowerVault MD1 x 00 storage controllers to a PERC adapter
• Tape device to a SAS, SCSI, or Fibre Channel HBA
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