Though i know theres something called the host client toolkit, or something along those lines which is the software i mentioned. Firmware updates on equallogic arrays vmware communities. Alternatively, you can use an ftp client well be using filezilla in our example to connect to the equallogic member array and upload the. Wouldnt make sense on how to manage it, unless there was some sort of software that went with it.
The dell equallogic configuration guide is provided as an aid to help storage administrators determine how best to build an iscsi infrastructure for use within an equallogic san solution. The dell equallogic ps6210 array allows you to manage more data with fewer resources, and integrate with common application environments and various operating systems. Download and install the latest drivers, firmware and software. Equallogic host software extends the functionality of the array software enabling. I was just looking at upgrading the firmware on our ps4100 san from v6.
Dell equallogic ps6000xv disk array 15 x 300gb 15k sas 2 x controller module type 7. Dells multipath extension module for equallogic now supports. I guess i should try to explain what a mem is before going any further. Monitors events and performance in relation to vsphere virtual volumes objects. Equallogic array software provides advanced san functions that enable virtualized storage and bestpractice data protection.
Supported systemsapplications, model ps6100 dell equallogic sans running v6. Featuring six new array configurations, including 2u2. The wizard is part of the equallogic host integration tools kit, which is on the cdrom shipped with each array, and the equallogic customer support website. Managed environments equallogic san headquarters is qualified to manage equallogic storage array groups packaging available for download availability equallogic software is included in the cost of the array. Oct 07, 20 vmware released a knowledgebase article on a serious issue. Once the array is restarted and both controllers display the correct firmware version v5. The management pack includes icons describing dell equallogic ps series arrays and its components.
Boost your storage with dell equallogic firmware 5. Sep 23, 2015 ps4100 equallogic storage installation guide 1. Dell equallogic ps series array firmware update using group manager gui. The default is writeback but the array will be configured to writethru whenever there is a battery failure. We were able to see the controllers swich from passive to active as the update progressed. Both hardware and software iscsi initiators are available from a variety of vendors. New features secure erase this feature enables the equallogic array to clear the data on the disk when a volume is deleted or moved from the array.
Equallogic mismatch firmware with nvram dell hardware. Install and configure an initiator using the vendorsupplied instructions. The disks are sata hdd model st3524ns all from dell. For customer service support or questions please email us at equallogic customer service certified channel partner help desk to learn more about the partnerdirect program and how we can assist our partners be more successful with equallogic solutions please contact the resources in your area. The dell equallogic storage management pack suite version 6. With all the tools required for developing a sound data protection strategy and automatic virtualization and optimization of resources within the san, equallogic. Dell equallogic storage management pack suite dell us. You can copy this document from the dell equallogic support site.
Our esxi hosts were running with local storage and all guests and rdms via iscsi in the guest were on the arrays. Any risk if we update our equallogic firmware from 5. Updating drive firmware dell equallogic storage arrays. To learn more about the partnerdirect program and how we can assist our partners be more successful with equallogic solutions please contact the resources in. Firmware update on dell ps4100 with full storage pool. It provides the same innovative, virtualized scaleout architecture and full, rich software feature set as previous generations. Btw they released announced a bunch of stuff in the past few weeks for this firmware. Temperature status equallogic service solarwinds msp. Single controller updates are not allowed from the gui. But apparently you can only get it through the equallogic support page. Software for an equallogic iscsi environment can be thought of as split three ways. We have released recommended software updates for equallogic ps series arrays.
Get drivers and downloads for your dell equallogic ps4100. Support for new dell equallogic psseries arrays ps4110 and ps6110. Detection and autoconfiguration for dell equallogic arrays. A strong foundationarray software equallogic array software provides you with advanced functions that enable virtualized storage and data protection. Series arrays offer allinclusive array management software, host software, and free firmware updates. The ps6000xv is the best equallogic storage area network san for highio, largescale applications such as massive microsoft exchange and virtual server deployments. All ps series technical reports are available on the customer support site at. When configuring an array and creating a group, be sure to follow the network requirements and recommendations listed in table 1. This is recommended when setting up dell equallogic back ends. After reading the updating firmware for dell equallogic i noticed that you need at least 5% of free space as i read this. Dell equallogic storage management pack suite version 6. The solution is to apply a new release of firmware recently released from dell. Equallogic host software extends the functionality of the array based software enabling cooperation with the host. Looking for metro storage cluster vmsc solutions listed under pvsp.
Dell equallogic software the power behind equallogic dell equallogic allinclusive software gives you the power to do more with both new and existing equallogic ps series arrays and fs series nas appliances. Again, if you have any concerns, the update path is discussed in greater detail in the updating firmware for dell equallogic. Table 7 ps series firmware compatibility firmware v6. To access iscsi targets volumes and snapshots in a ps series group, you must install an industrystandard iscsi initiator on a computer. Dell server management pack suite for microsoft system. Support for monitoring dell equallogic ps series arrays on scom 2007 r2 clustered rms configurations. The rack must be rated for 540 kg 1200 pounds static load or greater. The firmware version currently running on the array does not match the version saved in batterybacked memory. Ps series storage arrays updating storage array firmware. A short video showing the gui upgrade process for dell equallogic ps series arrays.
This release contains the fix for the openssl vulnerability, also known as the heartbleed bug. The dell equallogic host integration tools hit is a set of applications and drivers supporting equallogic storage arrays in windows server, hyperv, linux and vmware vsphere environments. That said, this release is supposed to implement the fixes for the slower replication that happened in 5. Im waiting for the first point release after the 5.
Nov 28, 2011 dell recently released their new multipath extension module mem for the equallogic ps series of storage array. Dell equallogic ps4000 series iscsi arrays provides enterprise reliability, scaleout performance and capacity along with data protection and disaster recovery. Host integration tools for microsoft, vmware, and linux environments as. Software center unable to download software 0x87d00607. So since one member ps6100 is substantially bigger than the other two members ps6000, i have to tweak the snapshot reserve space since thats the only change ive done other than adding the new member so that itll. Dell equallogic ps6000e missing downloads, software. Vmware implements a pluggable storage architecture psa model in the vmkernel. Equallogic storage installation guide 1 rack mounting the array rack requirements eia310d compliant, fourpost 19 inch rack with universal square hole or unthreaded round hole spacing. Featurerich software portfolio the dell storage ps series arrays include innovative firmware and host software with no additional cost or software licensing fees. Dell equallogic array software the dell equallogic array software, including equallogic firmware, equallogic group manager and equallogic manual transfer utility, gives you the functionality to meet your current needs while preparing for future demands. Then back at the console of the array accessible via serial connection or ssh, issue the update command and then answer yes. Dell equallogic guide to installation and configuration.
And to replace the failed disk we bought the same model online received but ibm branded. If you are running virtual machines on vmfs on equallogic storage, schedule some maintenance and get this new version of firmware installed asap. Dell equallogic configuration guide dell storage engineering february 2014 version 14. Additionally, ps series arrays offer allinclusive array management software and firmware updates. You can find more information about vmsc eol in this kb article vmsc solution listing under pvsp can be found on our partner verified and supported products listing. Now that our new dell equallogic ps6000 is racked, networked, initialized and configured its time to bring the firmware version uptodate.
Dell equallogic ps series storage arrays firmware version. Equallogic not approved disk dell hardware spiceworks. Dell storage software is nontransferable, and you must use your customers login credentials to perform downloads on their behalf. The dell equallogic storage management pack suite v6. Dell equalogic ps6000 how to upgrade array firmware and hard disk using your ftp and ssh connecting to your storage system. Secure delete also supports member delete, member vacate, and page move. Equallogic syncrep is the simultaneous writing of volume data across two different storage pools in the same ps series group, resulting in two hardwareindependent copies of volume data. In addition, the latest dell storage ps and sc series software releases provide common management and crossplatform replication capabilities, allowing you to take advantage of. Table 7 ps series firmware compatibility firmware firmware firmware firmware firmware v6. So since one member ps6100 is substantially bigger than the other two members ps6000, i have to tweak the snapshot reserve space since thats the only change ive done other than adding the new member so that itll reserve less space and fit within the two members. Easily mix new disk or network technologies in the san.
Dell equallogic ps series array firmware update using group. Dell equallogic ps series arrays, when combined with fs series appliances, offer a highperformance, highavailability, scalable nas solution. When scheduling a firmware update, be sure to allow sufficient time to update and restart the entire group of. Vendor model software revision dell equallogic ps series firmware v5. Dell equallogic gui firmware upgrade dell emc support.
If you have not yet spoken to support yet and have an equallogic array at v5. Dell equallogic array software dell delivers three categories of software for the equallogic family of storage arrays. It is also important to recognize that raid 50 is not a best practice for arrays with 3tb or larger sata and nlsas disk drives. Customers with a valid dell prosupport agreement can download software updates without paying additional license fees. The raid status equallogic service monitors the state of the raid controller for a ps6100 equallogic san using v6.
Back in 20 we had a company come in and setup an array for us. Solved ideas for old equallogic arrays data storage. See the updating firmware for dell equallogic ps series storage arrays document for stepbystep firmware update instructions. Using a multistep firmware update wizard, dell storage update manager guides you and simplifies the update process. Read the management packs release notes, which contain the latest information about software and management server requirements, in addition to information about known issues. Dell equallogic host integration tools for windows v4. See the dell equallogic ps series storage arrays iscsi initiator and operating system considerations document for more information about iscsi initiator configuration, or contact your. Dell equalogic ps6000 how to upgrade array firmware and. Configuring an array and creating a group equallogic. Support for monitoring dell equallogic ps series arrays on scom 2007.
The update procedure might change with each release of the ps series firmware, and for that reason the procedure is provided separately. Oct 27, 2012 the dell equallogic host integration tools hit is a set of applications and drivers supporting equallogic storage arrays in windows server, hyperv, linux and vmware vsphere environments. Version 6 has some cool new features and a revised gui but some specific applications arent. Feature monitoring dashboard simplifies the import, upgrade, maintenance and removal of dell management pack suite features from the opsmgr console. Before the acquisition by dell in january 2008, equallogic was an independent company. When an arrays support eols, using it for test or noncritical purposes is a nice idea. Dell equallogic storage management pack suite for scom, v.
Vmware released a knowledgebase article on a serious issue. Equallogic s latest ps series arrays are designed to meet the performance and availability needs of virtualization environments in medium to large enterprises. Dell equallogic ps6000xv disk array 16 x 300gb 15k sas 2 x controller module 7 with fast shipping and toprated customer service. Dell equallogic ps6100e virtualized iscsi san storage array. However, when we tried to upgrade the firmware again to 7. Jun 12, 2012 dell blades up equallogic storage arrays.
Dell equallogic ps series storage arrays firmware version 10. Introductionwith the dell equallogic ps series of storage arrays. Equallogic ps6210 series arrays high performance and. Equallogic storage array detected on interface te 1 43 at the first detection of an equallogic array, an mtu of 12000 is enabled on all ports and portchannels if it has not already been enabled. When using dell equallogic storage arrays, particularly when running ps series firmware v6. To be able to leverage the advanced features provided by an equallogic array, a robust, standards. The features and products described next are available at no additional cost. Synchronous replication syncrep is a new feature included in equallogic ps series firmware v6. Automation and integration with microsoft system center virtual machine manager 2012 sp1 and dell equallogic storage this deployment and configuration guide will describe the extensive integration of dell equallogic arrays with microsoft system center virtual machine manager.
It is out of warranty to be replaced soon but for the moment is in use. The dell equallogic ps6500x is the newest addition to the ps series family of iscsi storage arrays, designed to provide greater san capacity and performance. Supported systemsapplications, model ps6100 dell equallogic san running v6. Select the download page of dell equallogic ps series firmware. To prevent this issue from occurring, both vmware and dell recommend upgrading the firmware to ps series v6. Ps series array software firmware installed on each array, ps series firmware software allows you to manage your storage. Reset and setup dell equallogic array i recently had to reset and set up a dell equallogic ps4000 san array. Dell equallogic volume driver openstack configuration. For a list of the available raid arrays, query the san with the. Through monitoring and reporting, you can achieve your objectives.
Dell equallogic ps series storage arrays firmware version 9. Updating the firmware on dell equallogic ps series iscsi san. With the advanced functionality of the equallogic array software, the monitoring and analysis tools of san headquarters. If you are updating from a version earlier than v6.
Automation and integration with microsoft system center. What is new in this release support for system center 2016 operations manager support for latest equallogic firmware versions. Equallogic is inspired by its users with builtin advanced software features enabling highend. At the same time, i decided to upgrade the firmware on the array, before placing it back into production. Oct 12, 2009 a short video showing the gui upgrade process for dell equallogic ps series arrays. Equallogic products are iscsibased storage area network san systems marketed by dell. It appears that the storage array has not been configured. It provides for instance mpio drivers and the dell autosnapshot manager. The dell storage update manager application helps you analyze your current dell equallogic storage configurations to determine which components, if any, can or need to be updated. For customers of mosaic, dell equallogic blade array will be great to implement for a growing organizations infrastructure. Correct the problem or run the update from the cli.
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