Set up RAID configurations identically on both physical machines before installing Avance software.RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, and 10 are the only RAID levels supported.Each RAID array can have only one logical volume assigned to it.Configure the RAID controller to boot off the first logical disk.Site Prep 3: Configure StorageĮach physical machine must have at least two physical disks populated in the server’s lowest numbered slots. Refer to the section entitled Connecting Business Links for more details.
HOW TO SETUP RAID 0 IN BIOS INITIALIZE DRIVE INSTALL
If the network includes a large number of add-on business network (NIC) ports, defer installation until the basic install is completed. Business Networks Connect Ethernet cables from the second embedded port in each PM to the business network, labelled as Port 2. Setting up redundant Sync links is recommended. These links must be dedicated 10Gb and connected between PMs in the same manner as the private link.
Storage Sync Networks (Optional) Avance supports additional Sync links for increasing data replication performance between PMs. See Planning for Split Site Deployment if the PMs are in separate locations. Private Network Connect a network cable between the first embedded network port of each PM, labelled as Port 1. Current version of Java™ Runtime Environment (JRE™).Browser conforming to the Avance Compatibility Matrix, which is basically Chrome, Firefox, or IE9.Locate near Avance unit during installation.Select release 3.0 and issue type firmware.ĬAT5E, CAT6, or CAT7 network cables for all network ports Monitor and keyboard for system preparation and installation Computer for Avance Management Console.Click on Search for known issues under technical support.Login to the Avance Customer or Partner Portal.Use keyword “firmware” and release “3.0″ to search the Known Issues database to check for any firmware incompatibilities prior to upgrade or install.