Arista CloudVision DCA-CV-100 User manual

CloudVision Appliance
DCA-CV-100
Quick Start Guide
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Contents
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Chapter 1: Overview................................................................................1
1.1 Scope......................................................................................................................................1
1.2 Receiving and Inspecting the Equipment...............................................................................1
1.3 Installation Process.................................................................................................................1
1.4 Safety Information...................................................................................................................1
1.5 Obtaining Technical Assistance..............................................................................................2
1.6 Supplemental Documentation.................................................................................................2
1.7 Specifications..........................................................................................................................2
Chapter 2: Preparation............................................................................3
2.1 Site Selection..........................................................................................................................3
2.2 Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Precautions............................................................................3
2.3 CloudVision Physical Appliance Setup...................................................................................3
2.3.1 Front Bezel................................................................................................................4
2.3.2 Locate the MAC Addresses for the CloudVision Appliance......................................4
2.3.3 Back Panel Ethernet Connections............................................................................ 5
2.3.4 DNS Entries.............................................................................................................. 6
2.4 CloudVision Appliance IP Configuration.................................................................................6
2.4.1 DHCP Based IP Address Setup...............................................................................6
2.4.2 Manual IP Address Setup.........................................................................................7
Chapter 3: Accessing the CloudVision Appliance...............................9
3.1 IPMI.........................................................................................................................................9
3.1.1 Web Access into IPMI (iDRAC)................................................................................9
3.2 Web Access into CVX and CVP Consoles via WOK........................................................... 10
3.2.1 Web Access into Host via WOK.............................................................................10
3.3 Using the CLI to Access the Appliance............................................................................... 11
3.3.1 Updating the Host Password.................................................................................. 11
3.4 Changing the IPMI Password...............................................................................................12
3.4.1 Changing the Password through the IPMI Web Interface.......................................12
3.4.2 Changing the Password through the CLI................................................................13
Chapter 4: Setting Up CV Applications...............................................15
4.1 Setting Up CVP.................................................................................................................... 15
4.2 Setup Steps for Single Node CVP....................................................................................... 15
4.3 Setup Steps for Multi-node CVP Cluster..............................................................................15
4.4 CloudVision Portal Login Page.............................................................................................15
Appendix A: Status Indicators.............................................................17
A.1 LCD Panel Features.............................................................................................................17
A.2 AC Power Supply Status Indicators..................................................................................... 18
Appendix B: Rack Installation..............................................................21
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B.1 Four-post Rack Installation...................................................................................................21
B.2 Two-Post Rack Mount Parts.................................................................................................24
Appendix C: Front Panel Features and Indicators.............................27
Appendix D: Back Panel Features and Indicators.............................29
Appendix E: Tools to Manage and Update Images............................31
E.1 Upgrade the CVP Image......................................................................................................31
E.2 Redeploy CVP VM Tool....................................................................................................... 31
E.3 Redeploy CVX VM Tool....................................................................................................... 32
E.4 Disk Expansion and Conversion For CloudVision VM......................................................... 32
E.5 Upgrade the Host Image......................................................................................................33
E.5.1 Single-node configurations..................................................................................... 33
E.5.2 Multi-node configurations........................................................................................34
Appendix F: Host Console Access via IPMI.......................................37
Appendix G: CloudVision Worksheet..................................................39
Appendix H: RoHS Statements............................................................41
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Chapter 1
Overview
The DCA-CV-100 Overview discusses the following topics:
•Scope.
•Receiving and Inspecting the Equipment.
•Installation Process.
•Safety Information.
•Obtaining Technical Assistance.
•Supplemental Documentation
•Specifications.
1.1 Scope
This guide is intended for properly trained service personnel and technicians who need to install the
Arista DCA-CV-100 CloudVision appliance.
Note: Only qualified personnel should install, service, or replace this equipment.
1.2 Receiving and Inspecting the Equipment
Upon receiving the appliance, inspect the shipping boxes and record any external damage. Retain
packing materials if you suspect that part of the shipment is damaged; the carrier may need to inspect
them.
If the boxes were not damaged in transit, unpack them carefully. Ensure that you do not discard any
accessories that may be packaged in the same box as the main unit.
Inspect the packing list and confirm that you received all listed items. Compare the packing list with
your purchase order. The Appendix provides a list of components included with the appliance.
1.3 Installation Process
The following tasks are required to install and use the appliance:
1. Select and prepare the installation site.
2. Configuring the CloudVision appliance.
Note: Ultimate disposal of this product should be in accordance with all applicable laws and
regulations.
1.4 Safety Information
Refer to the Arista Networks document Safety Information and Translated Safety Warnings available at:
https://www.arista.com/en/support/product-documentation.
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1.5 Obtaining Technical Assistance
Any customer, partner, reseller or distributor holding a valid Arista Service Contract can obtain
technical support in any of the following ways:
•Email: http://suppor[email protected]. This is the easiest way to create a new service request.
•Web: https://www.arista.com/en/support/customer-support.
A support case may be created through the support portal on our website. You may also download
the most current software and documentation, as well as view FAQs, Knowledge Base articles,
Security Advisories, and Field Notices.
•Phone: [phone] or 408-547-5502.
1.6 Supplemental Documentation
Refer to the Arista EOS User manual or additional configuration requirements at https://
www.arista.com/en/support/product-documentation.
1.7 Specifications
Table 1: Appliance Specifications lists the specifications of the Arista CloudVision appliance.
Table 1: Appliance Specifications
Size (W x H x D) Height: 42.8 mm (1.68 inch)
Width: With rack latches: 482.4 mm (18.99
inch)
Without rack latches: 434.0 mm (17.08 inch)
Depth (excludes bezel): 607.0 mm (23.9 inch)
Weight Weight (maximum): 19.9 kg (43.87 lb)
Weight (empty) 16.73 kg (36.88 lb)
Operating Temperature Continuous operation (for altitude less than
950 m or 3117 ft): 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F)
with no direct sunlight on the equipment.
Maximum temperature gradient (operating and
storage): 20°C/h (36°F/h)
Storage Temperature –40°C to 65°C (–40°F to 149°F)
Operating Altitude 3048 m (10,000 ft).
Relative Humidity 10% to 80% Relative Humidity with 29°C
(84.2°F) maximum dew point.
Power Input (AC Power) 550 W
Power Draw (Typical /
Maximum) 550 W (Platinum) AC (100–240 V, 50/60 Hz, 7.4 A-3.7 A)
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Chapter 2
Preparation
The following topics are discussed for preparing to install the DCA-CV-100:
•Site Selection.
•Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Precautions.
•CloudVision Physical Appliance Setup.
•CloudVision Appliance IP Configuration.
2.1 Site Selection
Read the safety instructions in your Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Information booklet before
you begin.
The following criteria should be considered when selecting a site to install the appliance:
• Before you begin, review the safety instructions located at https://www.arista.com/en/support/
product-documentation.
• Begin installing the rails in the allotted space that is closest to the bottom of the rack enclosure.
•Other Requirements: Select a site where liquids or objects cannot fall onto the equipment and
foreign objects are not drawn into the ventilation holes. Verify these guidelines are met:
• Clearance areas to the front and rear panels allow for unrestricted cabling.
• All front and rear panel indicators can be easily read.
• Power cords can reach from the power outlet to the connector on the rear panel.
Note: All power connections must be removed to de-energize the unit.
Note: This unit is intended for installation in restricted access areas.
2.2 Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Precautions
Observe these guidelines to avoid ESD damage when installing or servicing the appliance.
• Assemble or disassemble equipment only in a static-free work area.
• Use a conductive work surface (such as an anti-static mat) to dissipate static charge.
• Wear a conductive wrist strap to dissipate static charge accumulation.
• Minimize handling of assemblies and components.
• Keep replacement parts in their original static-free packaging.
• Remove all plastic, foam, vinyl, paper, and other static-generating materials from the work area.
• Use tools that do not create ESD.
2.3 CloudVision Physical Appliance Setup
You may need the following items to perform the procedures in this section:
• Key to the system key-lock.
• #1 and #2 Phillips screwdriver.
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• Wrist grounding strap connected to ground.
• Rack mount kit instructions located in the shipping box.
2.3.1 Front Bezel
Removing the front bezel:
1. Unlock the key-lock at the left end of the bezel.
2. Lift the release latch next to the keylock.
3. Rotate the left end of the bezel away from the front panel.
4. Unhook the right end of the bezel and pull the bezel away from the system.
Figure 1: Removing and Installing the Front Bezel
Legend
1 Release Latch
2 Key-lock
3 Front Bezel
2.3.2 Locate the MAC Addresses for the CloudVision Appliance
The information tag is a slide-out label which contains system information such as Service Tag, NIC,
MAC address for your reference. Record the MAC addresses in the CloudVision Worksheet.
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Figure 2: MAC Address Location
2.3.3 Back Panel Ethernet Connections
On the back panel of the DCA-CV-100 CloudVision appliance, locate the Ethernet Integrated
10/100/1000 Mbps NIC connectors.
Figure 3: Back Panel
Figure 4: Subnet 1 and Subnet 2 Configuration
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Note: The iDRAC interface shares the NIC1 physical interface but has a different MAC
address.
iDRAC is an Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) that provides a GUI-based out-of-band
interface for monitoring the hardware appliance. iDRAC uses NIC1 (see Figure 2-4) for its network
connectivity using a unique MAC address.
Record the IP address and Hostname information in CloudVision Worksheet (see Appendix H).
Note: Subnet 1 is mandatory, but Subnet 2 and the use of Ethernet NIC3 and NIC4 are
optional.
Note: iDRAC may also be refereed to as Lifecycle Controller.
2.3.4 DNS Entries
In order to manage your CloudVision cluster, it is often easier to connect to them by hostname as
opposed to IP address. Fully qualified domain names (FQDNs) should be allocated to:
• Each of the CloudVision Appliance host machines.
• Each of the CloudVision Appliance iDRAC interfaces.
• Each of the CloudVision Portal (CVP) nodes.
• Each of the CloudVision Server (CVX) nodes.
Contact your DNS zone administrator for assistance.
2.4 CloudVision Appliance IP Configuration
The CloudVision Appliance Host and iDRAC IP addresses can be allocated in either of two ways:
Option 1: Using an available DHCP server
•DHCP Based IP Address Setup.
•Web Access into Host via WOK.
Option 2: Manual configuration (Requires terminal connected to VGA port)
•Manual IP Address Setup.
•Web Access into Host via WOK.
2.4.1 DHCP Based IP Address Setup
Note: The iDRAC interface shares the NIC1 physical interface but has a different MAC
address. You will need to take note of this MAC address to map the DHCP address for the
iDRAC interface.
2.4.1.1 iDRAC IP Address
Using the iDRAC MAC from Locate the MAC Addresses for the CloudVision Appliance (see Figure 2:
MAC Address Location), input an entry into the DHCP Server for the corresponding iDRAC IP address
mapping to that MAC.
2.4.1.2 Host IP Address
Using the HOST NIC1 MAC from Locate the MAC Addresses for the CloudVision Appliance (see
Figure 2: MAC Address Location), input an entry into the DHCP Server for the corresponding HOST IP
address mapping to that MAC.
Turn the system on by pressing the power button located on the front of the system.
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Figure 5: Power on the Appliance
2.4.2 Manual IP Address Setup
Note: Direct IP Address Setup requires a terminal connected to the VGA port of the appliance.
This section can be skipped if the Host and iDRAC IP addresses have been configured with a
DHCP server. See Back Panel Features and Indicators for complete back panel descriptions.
2.4.2.1 iDRAC IP Address
The iDRAC IP address can be manually configured via the host's bash shell using the racadm tool. The
racadm commands below are sequence dependent and must be entered in the following order.
1. Using the attached terminal and keyboard, log in as user “root” and with default password
“arista”.
2. Disable all iDRAC related DHCP configuration.
racadm set iDRAC.IPv4.DHCPEnable 0
racadm set iDRAC.IPv4.DNSFromDHCP 0
racadm set iDRAC.NIC.DNSDomainFromDHCP 0
3. Configure IP network settings for the iDRAC interface.
racadm set iDRAC.NIC.Enable 1
racadm set iDRAC.IPv4.Address <iDRAC-IP>
racadm set iDRAC.IPv4.Netmask <iDRAC-MASK>
racadm set iDRAC.IPv4.Gateway <iDRAC-GW>
4. Configure DNS settings for the iDRAC interface.
racadm set iDRAC.IPv4.DNS1 <iDRAC-DNS1>
racadm set iDRAC.IPv4.DNS2 <iDRAC-DNS2>
racadm set iDRAC.NIC.DNSRacName <iDRAC-NAME>
racadm set iDRAC.NIC.DNSDomainName <iDRAC-DOMAIN.NAME>
5. Verify configuration by running:
racadm getSysInfo
2.4.2.2 Host IP Address
The host IP address can be manually configured via the host's bash shell. In order for the settings to
be persistent, the following configuration must be completed.
1. Configure network settings by editing the /etc/sysconfig/network-scripts/ifcfg-
devicebr file.
DEVICE=devicebr
NAME=devicebr
TYPE=Bridge
ONBOOT=yes
BOOTPROTO=none
IPADDR=<ip address here>
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NETMASK=<subnet mask here>
GATEWAY=<gateway ip address here>
DELAY=0
USERCTL=yes
NM_CONTROLLED=no
2. Configure DNS settings by editing the /etc/resolv.conf file.
nameserver <dnsServerIP-1>
nameserver <dnsServerIP-2>
search <domain1> <domain2> …
3. Restart the networking service for the changes to take effect.
service network restart
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Chapter 3
Accessing the CloudVision Appliance
The following topics are discussed in this chapter:
•IPMI.
•Web Access into CVX and CVP Consoles via WOK .
•Using the CLI to Access the Appliance.
•Changing the IPMI Password .
3.1 IPMI
iDRAC is a GUI based IPMI running on a separate out of band CPU used for monitoring the hardware
appliance.
3.1.1 Web Access into IPMI (iDRAC)
IPMI (iDRAC) is supported on the following browsers:
•Mozilla Firefox
•Google Chrome
On the management station, open the Web browser and connect to the iDRAC7 using: https://
<hostname or IP of iDRAC>.
For Example: https://192.168.0.120.
The Login page appears.
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Figure 6: Login Page
Login using the default username and password, which are:
• Username: root
• Password: arista
Note: Both the username and password are case sensitive.
3.2 Web Access into CVX and CVP Consoles via WOK
3.2.1 Web Access into Host via WOK
On the management station, open your Web browser and connect to URL: https://<host>:8001. Login
through the WOK Login Page.
IPMI is supported on the following browsers:
•Mozilla Firefox
•Google Chrome
Default username and password:
• Username: root
• Password: arista
Note: Both the username and password are case sensitive.
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Figure 7: WOK Login Page
Web Access into CVX and CVP consoles via WOK.
Figure 8: Accessing the CVX and CVP Consoles via WOK
3.3 Using the CLI to Access the Appliance
3.3.1 Updating the Host Password
You can directly update or change a password using the following method.
1. Enter your login credentials.
Default Username: root
Default Password: arista
2. Running passwd with no options will change the password of the account running the command.
You will first be prompted to enter the account's current password:
[root@cv ~]# passwd
3. You will be asked to enter a new password.
4. Enter the same password again, to verify it.
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5. If the passwords match, the password will be changed.
passwd: all authentication tokens updated successfully.
[root@cv ~]#
3.4 Changing the IPMI Password
Two options are available to change the IPMI password:
•Changing the Password through the IPMI Web Interface
•Changing the Password through the CLI
3.4.1 Changing the Password through the IPMI Web Interface
1. Under iDRAC Settings, go to User Authentication. The User Authentication page appears.
Figure 9: User Authentication page
2. Click the User ID number of the root account. The Configure User radio button should already be
checked.
3. Click Next. The page appears, showing options for changing passwords.
Figure 10: Changing the Password
4. Select the Change Password checkbox.
5. Enter the new password in the New Password and Confirm New Password boxes.
6. Click Apply to apply the password change.
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Figure 11: Apply the Password Change
7. Logout, and then login through the iDRAC GUI to verify the change.
3.4.2 Changing the Password through the CLI
Resetting the iDRAC password can be done using the command line tool, racadm.
1. Telnet or SSH into the Host IP.
2. Execute the following commands to change the iDRAC password.
Figure 12: Changing the Password through the CLI
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Chapter 4
Setting Up CV Applications
This section discusses the following topics:
•Setting Up CVP.
•Setup Steps for Single Node CVP.
•Setup Steps for Multi-node CVP Cluster.
•CloudVision Portal Login Page.
4.1 Setting Up CVP
Note: Single-Node is not recommended for production deployments.
Pre-installation checklist
• Ensure that you have console access to the CVP virtual machine on each appliance, via WOK web
access.
• Enter the CVP Console.
• Ensure all configurations are done via console and not via SSH.
Note: This configuration will change the IPs and will drop connectivity if done over SSH.
4.2 Setup Steps for Single Node CVP
1. Access primary CVP VM via WOK. See Web Access into CVX and CVP Consoles via WOK .
2. Refer to the CloudVision Configuration Guide for Shell-Based Configuration of a Single-Node.
4.3 Setup Steps for Multi-node CVP Cluster
Assign to each of the three CVP VMs a role (primary, secondary or tertiary).
• The roles may be assigned in any way, but the roles must be kept consistent throughout the
installation. No two nodes may share the same role.
• Maintain the installation order starting with primary, then secondary and finally tertiary.
1. Access the primary, secondary and tertiary CVP VMs on the respective appliance via WOK. See
Web Access into CVX and CVP Consoles via WOK .
2. Refer to the CloudVision Configuration Guide for Shell-Based Configuration of Multi-Node.
4.4 CloudVision Portal Login Page
After CVP is running on the multi-node appliance cluster, enter the CVP Web Interface of the primary
node via its CVP IP/Hostname with default username/password of cvpadmin/cvpadmin to set the
password.
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For Multi-node clusters, setting the password only has to be done on one node, and will be synced to
other nodes so subsequently any node can be accessed via its web interface. Refer to the CloudVision
Configuration Guide for instructions on using CVP.
Figure 13: CloudVision Portal Login Page
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