HP Enterprise HPE Primera Instruction Manual

Installing and configuring the field-integrated
HPE Primera
Part Number: P23225-001
Published: September 2019
Edition: 1
Abstract
This document provides information and instructions to guide you through unpacking, installing, cabling,
powering on, and initializing your HPE Primera system without the assistance of an authorized service
provider.

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Contents
HPE Primera installation and configuration overview............................................... 6
Preparing............................................................................................................................ 7
Reviewing safety and compliance information...............................................................................................................................................7
Gathering required tools..............................................................................................................................................................................................7
Acclimatizing the storage system.......................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Unpacking the components for HPE Primera................................................................................................................................................. 8
Installing..............................................................................................................................9
Installing a 2U rail kit.....................................................................................................................................................................................................9
Installing a 4U rail kit..................................................................................................................................................................................................11
Installing a node enclosure......................................................................................................................................................................................14
Installing a drive enclosure......................................................................................................................................................................................16
Installing a controller node......................................................................................................................................................................................18
Installing an adapter................................................................................................................................................................................................... 19
Installing drives..............................................................................................................................................................................................................20
Storing a power cooling battery module shipping bracket..................................................................................................................21
Locating the system serial number....................................................................................................................................................................22
Cabling...............................................................................................................................23
Cabling the controller node and drive enclosures with mini-SAS cables.....................................................................................23
Cable types and specifications............................................................................................................................................................ 23
Identification of data ports in a controller node and drive enclosure.......................................................................... 23
Inserting a controller node and drive enclosures in a 2-node 2U chassis ................................................................ 25
Inserting a controller node and drive enclosures in a 2-node 4U chassis ................................................................ 26
Inserting a controller node and drive enclosures in a 4-node 4U chassis ................................................................ 27
Understanding drive enclosures labels.......................................................................................................................................... 28
Labeling drive enclosures in a 2-node 2U chassis ..................................................................................................................29
Labeling drive enclosures in a 2-node 4U chassis ..................................................................................................................30
Labeling drive enclosures in a 4-node 4U chassis ..................................................................................................................31
Entering the storage system configuration using HPE Primera Cabling Tool........................................................32
Data cable labels..........................................................................................................................................................................................33
Labeling and installing the cables..................................................................................................................................................... 34
Cable management clips......................................................................................................................................................................... 35
Dressing mini-SAS data cables with cable management clips..........................................................................................36
Cabling the management port on a controller node................................................................................................................................ 38
Cabling host ports on a controller node..........................................................................................................................................................38
Cabling a controller node for Remote Copy..................................................................................................................................................39
(Optional) Cabling for Remote Copy................................................................................................................................................39
Cabling power to the controller node and drive enclosures................................................................................................................39
Applying labels for power cabling.....................................................................................................................................................39
Cabling power to the controller node enclosures.....................................................................................................................40
Cabling power to the drive enclosures........................................................................................................................................... 40
Cabling PDUs and power strips to power sources.................................................................................................................................... 41
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Powering...........................................................................................................................42
Verifying AC power cord connections.............................................................................................................................................................. 42
Powering on an alternating-current storage system...............................................................................................................................42
Verifying that the system is powered on........................................................................................................................................................42
Verifying enclosure power redundancy...........................................................................................................................................................45
Configuring the HPE Primera storage system...........................................................47
Checklist: Verifying the prerequisites for initializing the HPE Primera system software...................................................47
Initializing the HPE Primera system software..............................................................................................................................................47
Creating users............................................................................................................................................................................................... 50
Setting up HPE Primera storage using HPE 3PAR SSMC.....................................................................................................................50
Logging in to the HPE 3PAR SSMC Administrator Console..............................................................................................50
Adding the storage system to HPE 3PAR SSMC......................................................................................................................51
Creating storage resources using HPE 3PAR SSMC.............................................................................................................. 52
Shipping the HPE Primera storage system in an HPE rack..................................... 55
Installing a power cooling battery module shipping bracket in an HPE rack............................................................................55
Reference.......................................................................................................................... 57
Guidelines for power distribution units............................................................................................................................................................57
Guidelines for the rail kit installation in a rack.............................................................................................................................................57
2U enclosure kit parts................................................................................................................................................................................................57
4U enclosure kit parts................................................................................................................................................................................................58
Guidelines for enclosure installation..................................................................................................................................................................58
Guidelines for a controller node pair installation....................................................................................................................................... 59
Guidelines for an adapter pair installation.....................................................................................................................................................59
Loading order for an adapter pair in an HPE Primera 600 controller node enclosure........................................................60
Drive installation guidelines................................................................................................................................................................................... 61
Installation order for SFF drives...........................................................................................................................................................................62
Recommended configurations for host connectivity...............................................................................................................................63
Remote Copy port on a controller node .........................................................................................................................................................64
PDU and power strip locations............................................................................................................................................................................. 65
Guidelines for power cabling..................................................................................................................................................................................65
Guidelines for redundant power cabling.........................................................................................................................................................65
Safety guidelines for powering on the system............................................................................................................................................ 66
Component LED specifications.............................................................................................................................................................................66
Downloading the HPE Primera Discovery Tool (Windows only)...................................................................................................... 75
About users and roles................................................................................................................................................................................................ 75
Storage system initialization worksheet..........................................................................................................................................................76
Storage system initialization worksheet entry tips...................................................................................................................................78
Predictive analytics and telemetry with HPE InfoSight......................................................................................................................... 79
Viewing hosts..................................................................................................................................................................................................................79
Setting up hosts for HPE Primera.......................................................................................................................................................................80
Host support for HPE Primera storage systems.......................................................................................................................80
FC switch HBA guidelines...................................................................................................................................................................... 81
Troubleshooting..............................................................................................................84
Browser unable to locate storage server for software initialization of HPE Primera............................................................84
Browser warning when connecting to HPE 3PAR storage tools...................................................................................................... 85
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Websites............................................................................................................................89
Support and other resources.........................................................................................90
Accessing Hewlett Packard Enterprise Support.........................................................................................................................................90
Accessing updates........................................................................................................................................................................................................90
Customer self repair.................................................................................................................................................................................................... 91
Remote support............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 91
Warranty information................................................................................................................................................................................................. 91
Regulatory information............................................................................................................................................................................................. 91
Documentation feedback......................................................................................................................................................................................... 92
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HPE Primera installation and configuration overview
• Use the guide Planning and preparing for the HPE Primera 600, available from www.hpe.com/info/primera600docs.
• Prepare for the field-integrated storage system installation.
• Install the hardware components.
• Cable the storage system.
• Power on the storage system.
• Configure the storage system.
6HPE Primera installation and configuration overview

Preparing
Reviewing safety and compliance information
Review the Safety and Compliance Information for Server, Storage, Power, Networking, and Rack Products guide
before you begin unpacking and installing the storage system.
Gathering required tools
Gather the following tools before you begin the unpacking and installation process.
Shipped configuration: Factory integrated in an HPE rack
Purpose Tools
Removing a racked storage
system from a shipping pallet
• Scissors or snips
• Box cutter
• 6mm (7/32 in) Allen wrench, and socket wrench with 13 mm (1/2 in) and 17 mm
(11/16 in) sockets for removing L-bracket shipping clamps
• Adjustable wrench for leveling feet on the rack
Shipped configurations: Factory integrated without a rack, and Field integrated
Purpose Tools
Preventing ESD • ESD mat
• ESD grounding strap
Opening shipping boxes • Scissors or snips
• Box cutter
Installing rail kits in a rack and
installing storage system
components
• P2 Phillips screwdrivers
• T25 Torx bit and driver
• T15 Torx bit and driver
• Long shank tool
Lifting storage system
enclosures into a rack
Mechanical rack lift
Required for HPE Primera 650 and 670 systems. Recommended for 630 systems.
Acclimatizing the storage system
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the storage system, do not power on the rack or storage components until they
are fully acclimatized.
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Procedure
1. Note the temperature of the location where the shipment package has been stored and the temperature of the data
center.
2. Move the package to the data center if the dierence between the two temperatures is greater than 36°F (20°C).
3. Leave the package in a dry area away from any direct source of moist air. Do not open the packaging right away.
4. Check for condensation on the shipment package. If it exists, leave the shipment package as is for at least 24 hours.
5. If condensation still exists after 24 hours, wait for all the condensation to fully evaporate.
6. After the package has been acclimatized to the data center environment, unpack the package.
Unpacking the components for HPE Primera
CAUTION:
• Observe local occupational safety requirements and guidelines for heavy equipment handling.
• Always use at least two people to lift an enclosure or three if lifting above chest level.
• Use proper grounding techniques to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage to the components.
Prerequisites
Ensure that there is adequate space in the location where you unpack the contents of the shipment.
To protect the components, HPE recommends moving them into the computer room in their shipping containers and
unpacking them near the installation location. If facility requirements mandate that no packing material can be taken into
the computer room, unpack the components in an ESD protected environment and carefully transport them to the
installation location using ESD protective measures.
Procedure
1. Inspect the packaging for damage and report any issues to the Hewlett Packard Enterprise Support Center.
2. Verify that the shipment contents match the SKUs and contents listed on the packing slip.
NOTE: Read unpacking directions on the box, if any.
3. Unpack the hardware components paying attention to cautions and directions on the boxes.
4. Save the shipping boxes and packing material for returning a component if it becomes necessary.
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Installing
Installing a 2U rail kit
A 2U rail kit is used with both the 2U controller node enclosure and the 2U drive enclosure.
The 2U rail kit shelf has a shiny (stainless) finish. The 4U rail kit shelf has a matte (galvanized steel) finish and is thicker
than the 2U rail kit shelf.
Prerequisites
• Review the cabling instructions that match your storage system configuration, to determine the correct location for
installing a rail kit. See https://www.hpe.com/downloads/PrimeraCableTool.
• Review 2U enclosure kit parts on page 57.
• Complete Gather required tools.
• Observe safety precautions when installing a rail kit.
• Verify that you are using a 2U rail kit with a 2U enclosure. The 2U rails are labeled "USE FOR 2U CHASSIS".
• Review Guidelines for the rail kit installation in a rack on page 57.
Procedure
1. Determine the rack "U" position for installing a 2U enclosure in the rack.
The 2U enclosure rail kit requires two units of vertical space in the rack. To prevent the rack from tipping, install the
initial drive enclosures below controller node enclosures. Align the bottom of the rail with the bottom of the "U"
position.
2. From the front of the rack, position the rail inside the rack. Engage and lock the rear rail with the rear rack column.
a. Compress or extend the length of the rail to ensure a proper fit between the front and rear rack columns.
b. Position the rail inside the rack with the rail label facing the inside of the rack.
Stamped labels on the rails denote Front Right and Front Left to assist with orientation.
c. Engage the rail with the rear rack column. Insert the rear end of the rail through the chosen "U" position, until the
clip and pins extend through the rack holes (2).
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Figure 1: Engaging the rails with the rack columns
3. Engage the rail with the front rack column.
a. Pull the front of the rail to connect it to the front RETMA rail.
b. Insert the rail front locking clips into place through the rack holes in the matching "U" position (1, Figure 1).
WARNING: Insert each end of the rail into the rack holes until they snap into place. Verify that the rails are
securely latched by pushing the black locking clips without compressing them.
NOTE: To reposition, pinch the rail rear locking clips to remove the rail.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the other rail.
5. Install rear hold-down brackets to the rail rear columns.
Perform this step only when the front and rear RETMA rails are exactly 29 inches apart, as in an HPE factory-
integrated rack. Install the rear hold-down brackets when future shipment of the rack is expected.
The brackets secure the 2U enclosure after it is installed.
TIP: Use a long shank tool or tool extension to reach the bracket screws.
a. Install two rear hold-down brackets, one per rack column (1).
b. For each bracket, tighten the captive screws to the rack columns through the rail kit (2). (Torque specification is 20
In-Lb.)
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Figure 2: Installing a node enclosure rear hold-down bracket for a 2U rail
Figure 3: Installing a drive enclosure rear hold-down bracket for a 2U rail
Installing a 4U rail kit
A 4U rail kit is used with the 4U controller node enclosure.
The 4U rail kit shelf has a matte (galvanized steel) finish and is thicker than the 2U rail kit shelf. The 2U rail kit shelf has a
shiny (stainless) finish.
Prerequisites
• Review the cabling instructions that match your storage system configuration, to determine the correct location for
installing a rail kit. See https://www.hpe.com/downloads/PrimeraCableTool.
• Review 4U enclosure kit parts on page 58.
• Complete Gather required tools.
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• Observe safety precautions when installing a rail kit.
• Verify that you are using a 4U rail kit with a 4U enclosure. The 4U rails are labeled "USE FOR 4U CHASSIS".
• Review Guidelines for the rail kit installation in a rack on page 57.
Procedure
1. Determine the rack "U" position for installing a 4U enclosure in the rack.
The 4U node enclosure rail kit requires 4 units of vertical space in the rack. To prevent the rack from tipping, install
the initial drive enclosures below controller node enclosures. Align the bottom of the rail with the bottom of the "U"
position.
2. From the front of the rack, position the rail inside the rack. Engage and lock the rear rail with the rear rack column.
a. Compress or extend the length of the rail to ensure a proper fit between the front and rear rack columns.
b. Position the rail inside the rack with the rail label facing the inside of the rack.
Stamped labels on the rails denote Front Right and Front Left to assist with orientation.
c. Engage the rail with the rear rack column. Insert the rear end of the rail through the chosen "U" position, until the
clip and pins extend through the rack hole (2).
Figure 4: Engaging the rails with the rack columns
3. Engage the rail with the front rack column.
a. Pull the front of the rail to connect it to the front RETMA rail.
b. Insert the rail front locking clips into place through the rack holes in the matching "U" position (1, Figure 1).
WARNING: Insert each end of the rail into the rack holes until they snap into place. Verify that the rails are
securely latched by pushing the black locking clips without compressing them.
NOTE: To reposition, pinch the rail rear locking clips to remove the rail.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the other rail.
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5. Install a snap-on M5 cage nut four holes above the rail on each side of the front rack columns.
The M5 cage nuts are required to secure the front of the 4U enclosure.
Figure 5: Installing M5 cage nut 4 holes above the rail on the rack front columns
6. Install two snap-on M5 cage nuts on each side of the rear rack columns. One cage nut is installed two holes above the
rail and the other cage nut is installed five holes above the rail.
The M5 cage nuts are required to secure the rear of the 4U enclosure.
Figure 6: Installing two M5 cage nuts above the rail on the rack rear columns
7. Install rear hold-down brackets to the rail rear columns.
Perform this step only when the front and rear RETMA rails are exactly 29 inches apart, as in an HPE factory-
integrated rack. Install the rear hold-down brackets when future shipment of the rack is expected.
The brackets secure the 4U enclosure after it is installed.
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TIP: Use a long shank tool or tool extension to reach the bracket screws.
a. Install two rear hold-down brackets, two per rack column.
b. For each bracket, tighten the captive screws to the rack columns through the rail kit. (Torque specification is 20 In-
Lb.)
Figure 7: Installing rear hold-down brackets for the 4U rails.
Installing a node enclosure
IMPORTANT: Do not power on node enclosures during installation.
This procedure applies to 2U and 4U node enclosures with Small Form Factor (SFF) drives that house the controller nodes
of the storage system.
Prerequisites
• Review the following for the type of node enclosure you are installing:
◦2U enclosure kit parts on page 57
◦4U enclosure kit parts on page 58
• Complete Gathering required tools on page 7.
• Review the Guidelines for enclosure installation on page 58.
• Complete one of the following for the type of node enclosure you are installing:
◦Installing a 2U rail kit on page 9
◦Installing a 4U rail kit on page 11
Procedure
1. Verify that the node enclosure is right-side up.
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The enclosure top has caution and regulatory labels, and the bottom has no labels.
2. If ear caps are installed on the node enclosure front, temporarily remove them to expose the thumbscrews. To remove,
pull the ear caps away from the node enclosure.
3. If available, place the node enclosure onto a mechanical or electrical lift and move it in front of the rack. If a lift is not
available, use at least 2 people to lift a 2U enclosure. Use 4 people to lift a 4U enclosure.
4. At the rack front, align the node enclosure with the rails and slide it all the way into the rack.
5. Secure the node enclosure to the front of the rack:
2U node enclosures—Secure with the four captive T25 Torx thumbscrews, two on each side of the node enclosure.
Torque to 20-in-Lbs.
Figure 8: Securing the 2U node enclosure front
4U node enclosures
Secure the lower half of the node enclosure with the four captive T25 Torx thumbscrews, two on each side. Torque to
20-in-Lbs.
Secure the upper half of the node enclosure with the two captive T25 Torx thumbscrews, one on each side. The
screws are mounted into the M5 cage nuts. Torque to 20-in-Lbs.
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Figure 9: Securing 4U node enclosure front
6. At the node enclosure front, install the ear caps on each side. Ensure that the ear cap is in the correct orientation and
snap it into place.
7. At the rack rear, secure the node enclosure to the rear hold-down bracket with two pan head T15 Torx screws (on
each side of the enclosure). Torque to 20-in-Lbs.
Figure 10: Installing rear hold-down screws, node enclosure rear view
Installing a drive enclosure
IMPORTANT: Do not power on drive enclosures during installation.
This procedure applies to 2U drive enclosures with Small Form Factor (SFF) or Large Form Factor (LFF) drives that
provide expanded capacity for the storage system.
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Prerequisites
• Review 2U enclosure kit parts on page 57.
• Complete Gathering required tools on page 7.
• Review the Guidelines for enclosure installation on page 58.
• Complete Installing a 2U rail kit on page 9.
Procedure
1. Verify that the drive enclosure is right-side up.
The enclosure top has caution and regulatory labels, and the bottom has no labels.
2. If ear caps are installed on the enclosure front, temporarily remove them to expose the thumbscrews. To remove, pull
the ear caps away from the enclosure.
3. If available, place the drive enclosure onto a mechanical or electrical lift and move it in front of the rack. If a lift is not
available, use at least 2 people to lift a 2U enclosure.
4. At the rack front, align the drive enclosure with the rails and slide it all the way into the rack.
5. Secure the drive enclosure to the front of the rack:
Secure with the four captive T25 Torx thumbscrews, two on each side of the drive enclosure. Torque to 20-in-Lbs.
Figure 11: Securing the 2U drive enclosure front
6. At the drive enclosure front, install the ear caps on each side. Ensure that the ear cap is in the correct orientation and
snap it into place.
7. At the rack rear, secure the drive enclosure to the rear hold-down bracket with two pan head T15 Torx screws (on
each side of the enclosure). Torque to 20-in-Lbs.
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Figure 12: Installing rear hold-down screws, drive enclosure rear view
Installing a controller node
Prerequisites
Review Guidelines for a controller node pair installation on page 59.
Procedure
1. Before installing, loosen the controller node handle screws (1).
2. Release and fully extend the handles outward (2).
Figure 13: Extending the controller node handles
3. Insert and seat the controller node into the enclosure.
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a. Because of the weight of the controller node, provide support underneath. Insert the controller node straight into
the enclosure until it stops and the handles begin to engage (1).
b. Swing both controller node handles inward at the same time. Engage the handles with the controller node screw
holes (2).
c. Tighten the handle screws (3).
Figure 14: Installing the controller node
4. Repeat step 1 through step 3 for each controller node to be installed.
Installing an adapter
Installing an adapter is optional. For a factory-integrated storage system with no rack, adapters are installed.
Prerequisites
Review Guidelines for an adapter pair installation on page 59.
Procedure
1. Insert the adapter into the slot until it stops and it is fully engaged with the connector. Push it firmly until it is seated
in the connector (1)
2. Secure the adapter in the slot by rotating the thumbscrew clockwise until it stops. (2)
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Figure 15: Installing an adapter
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for each adapter.
Installing drives
Prerequisites
• Follow this procedure if drives are not already installed into the enclosures.
• Before installing drives into enclosures, make sure that the enclosures are free of obstructions (such as loose screws,
hardware or debris). Inspection of the drives is necessary before they are installed in the enclosure to ensure they are
not damaged.
• Review Drive installation guidelines.
• Unpack components and place them on an ESD mat.
NOTE: These steps apply to both the controller node enclosures and drive enclosures.
Procedure
1. Attach the clip on the ESD grounding strap directly to an unpainted surface of the rack and attach the strap to your
wrist.
2. Remove the blanks from the bays where the drives will be installed.
a. Press the release button on the drive blank to open the handle.
b. Pull the drive blank out of the bay and place to the side.
IMPORTANT: For proper airflow and cooling, a drive blank must remain installed in each unused drive bay.
3. Install the drives.
a. On the drive, press the release button to open the handle.
b. With the latch handle of the drive fully extended, align and slide the drive into the bay until the handle begins to
engage (1).
c. To seat the drive into the drive bay, close the handle (2).
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