![]() ![]() StoreServ target ports are identified in the following manner Node:Slot:Port. Optional 10 Gb/s Dual Port FCOE (Fibre Channel over Ethernet) converged network adapter per node.Optional 8 Gb/s Quad Port Fibre Channel HBA (Host Bus Adapter) per node (we will be focusing on this configuration option). ![]() 4x built-in 8 Gb/s Fibre Channel ports per node pair.In terms of host connectivity options the StoreServ 7000 (specifically the 7400) provides us with the following: Right, let’s start off with Fabric Connectivity HP recommendations change all the time, therefore it’s always best to speak with HP or your fabric vendor to ensure you are following latest guidelines or if you need further clarification. Several support cases were opened in order to gain a better understanding of what is & isn’t supported. ![]() The information herein can be used as a guideline for all 3PAR supported host presentation types (VMware, Windows, HPUX, Oracle Linux, Solaris etc…).ĭisclaimer:Please note that this is based on my investigation, engaging with HP Storage Architects and Implementation Engineers. There also appears to be conflicting arguments on whether to use Single Initiator – Multiple Target zoning or Single Initiator – Single Target zoning. Having worked on a few of these, I found that a single document on StoreServ zoning BP doesn’t really exist. This article focuses on zoning best practices for the StoreServ 7400 (4 node array), but can also be applied to all StoreServ models including the StoreServ 10800 8-node monster.ģPAR StoreServ Zoning Best Practice Guide Being a ‘stand up guy’ Gareth decided to perform a lot of research and has put together the ‘3PAR StoreServ Zoning Best Practice Guide’ below. This is an excellent guide which has been written by Gareth Hogarth who has recently implemented a 3PAR StoreServ and was concerned about the lack of information from HP in relation to zoning. ![]()
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