HP D5970A - NetServer - LCII User manual

Microsoft Cluster Installation Documentation
for
HP NetServer LPr
with HP Rack Storage/12FC and HP Rack Storage/12
To assist you in installing your HP NetServer Microsoft Cluster, this file contains the documents
listed below in one pdf file.
•Installation Overview - This page provides an overview of the installation steps provided in
the Installation Guide.
•Configuration Guide - This guide provides configuration information specific to your cluster
configuration that you will need during installation of your cluster.
•HP NetServer Microsoft Cluster Installation Guide - This is the first of two documents used
to install the cluster. It covers the installation of all cluster supported HP NetServers and the
cluster software, and references the Shared Storage Supplement for installation and setup of the
shared storage.
•Shared Storage Supplement - This supplement is specific to the shared storage device you are
using and must be used with the installation guide. It provides instructions for installing and
setting up your shared storage devices.
22 February 2000
(See next page)

Version History
22 February 2000 Corrected typographical error in Configuration Guide. Under the heading "SPU"
the No. of CPUs was changed from "2-4" to "2."
8 February 2000 Initial release.

Installing a Cluster
“The Big Picture”
Gathering Hardware,
Software, etc. ➮
Gather:
Hardware
Software (Windows NT, NIC drivers, etc.)
IP Addresses, subnet mask, etc.
User names, password, and domain
Tools
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What’s Needed
Setting Up Hardware ➮
Install components:
into NetServers (i.e., LAN adapters)
into Shared Storage (i.e., drives)
Configure NetServer and Shared Storage:
Cabling
Switches
Etc.
Setup and cable the cluster:
Stack as standalone or racked solution
Connect device cabling
2
NetServers
3
Shared Storage
4
Cluster
Installing Software ➮
NetServers:
Configure NetServer Hardware and BIOS
Install Windows NT
Install Service Pack
Shared Storage:
Create disk partitions
Assign Drive Letters
Format logical drives
Cluster:
Install MSCS
Reinstall Service Pack
Install HotFix (Service Pack 3 only)
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NetServers
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Shared Storage
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Cluster
Testing ➮Run:
Hardware Verification and Labeling Utility
Cluster Installation Test (CIT)
8
Test the Cluster
The Overall Tasks
How to do it!
(See the referenced
part in the Installation
Guide)
What you will be
doing!

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HP NetServer LPr
with
HP Rack Storage/12FC & HP Rack Storage/12
Cluster Configuration Guide
22 February 2000
(see Versions at the end of this document)
Introduction
This document defines the supported HP NetServer LPr using the HP Rack Storage/12FC and Microsoft Cluster
Server and one or two HP Rack Storage/12s. This configuration minimizes single points of failure (SPOF),
provides maximum availability, and has been certified by Hewlett-Packard and Microsoft. This guide is
prescriptive; it describes the configuration supported by HP. Any deviance to this configuration can result in an
inoperative cluster or an operating cluster with degraded performance, hidden SPOFs, etc., and therefore will not
be supported by HP.
What’s Defined in a Racked Cluster
•Cluster
•SPUs
•Local and Shared Storage
•Intra-cluster and Client LANs
•Shared Storage Cabling
Cluster
Type of SPUs HP NetServer LPr
Each node must be the same model SPU, but may have different clock
speeds, main memory sizes, cache sizes, and number of CPUs (2, 3, or 4).
Number of nodes 2
Shared Storage HP Rack Storage/12FC with FCArray Cards (1-Simplex or 2-Duplex), HP
disks, and using a HP D8602A HBA in the server. See Shared Storage
below.
LANs:
Client LAN Any that is HP and Microsoft approved. See Client LAN below.
Intra-cluster
(Heartbeat) LAN HP D5013A/B with crossover cable. See Intra-cluster LAN below.
Power source Direct from power mains, power conditioner or uninterruptible power
supply (UPS) using any power conditioner or UPS.
System software:
Navigator version L.17.05 or later
Operating System Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0, Enterprise Edition with Service Pack
SP5 or later

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SPU
Model HP NetServer LPr
Clock speed 400, 450, 500, 550, 600, 650, 700 MHz. or higher
No. of CPUs 2
BIOS version 4.06.09 PR or later (400, 450 MHz with Rack Storage/12 D5989A)
4.06.14.PR or later (400, 450 MHz with Rack Storage/12 D5989B)
4.06.14.PR or later (500, 550 MHz with Rack Storage/12 D5989B)
4.06.29.PR or later (600, 650, 700 MHz with Rack Storage/12 D5989B)
CPU cache Any size
RAM 64 MB minimum. Must be HP.
Local storage See
Local Storage below.
I/O slots: P1 – Free or NetRAID Local StorageBus Adapter
P2 – Client LAN
P3 – Host Bus Adapter (Shared Storage)
P4 – Intra-cluster (Heartbeat) LANs
Storage
Local
Controller May use embedded SCSI controller, NetRAID-1, NetRAID-3, NetRAID-
3Si in PCI slot P1.
May not use NetRAID-1Si.
Cabinets (Physical drive
location) SPU internal drive bays or HP external drive cabinet (e.g., HP Rack Storage/12), any number.
Disk drives (hot swap or
fixed) Must be HP.
SCSI bus Any HP cables that meet SCSI specifications and any SCSI bus speed.
SCSI Ids Any
Shared
HP Rack Storage/12FC (Required)
Host Bus Adapter
Model HP D8602A
No. of HBAs 1
Driver 1.12 or later
SPU I/O slot P3
RAID level 0, 1, 3, 5, or 0 & 1
Cabinet
RAID arrays Not more than 8 physical drives per logical array and not more than 8
LUNs are permitted per Rack Storage/12FC and Rack Storage/12
combination in a cluster.
No. of cabinets 1
FC Array Cards
Model D5990A
No. of cards/cabinet 1 - Simplex (Supplied with Rack Storage/12FC.)
2 - Duplex (Additional card required in the Rack Storage/12FC.)
Firmware 4.64-00 or later
Status SCSI ID 5 (fixed)
Disk SCSI IDs 0 – 3, 8 – 15 (fixed)

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Disk drives: HP 9.1 GB Ultra SCSI Disk Module D6106A
HP 9.1 GB Ultra SCSI Disk Module D6107A
HP 18.2 GB Ultra SCSI Disk Module D6108A
HP 18.2 GB (10k rpm) Ultra SCSI Disk Module D7031A
HP 18.2 GB (7200 rpm) Low Profile Ultra SCSI Disk Module D7174A
HP 36.4 GB (10k rpm) Ultra SCSI Disk Module D8210A
Fibre-channel cables Optical (Server to Hub only):
50 meter D6980A
100 meter D6981A
Copper (Shared Storage to Hub and Server to Hub ):
3 meter D6978A
5 meter D6979A
10 meter D7080A
HP Rack Stoarge/12 (Optional)
Number of cabinets: 1 – 2
Status SCSI ID 5 (fixed)
Disk SCSI IDs 0 – 3, 8 – 15 (fixed)
Disk drives: Same as HP Rack Storage/12FC
Cables Any HP LVD SCSI cables from the following list:
1 meter D7131A
2.5 meter D6020A
5 meter D6982A
10 meter D6983A
Hub Only required for Duplex FCArray Card configuration.
Model HP D6976A 6-port fibre channel
Quantity 1
LANs
Intra-cluster (Heartbeat) LAN Client LAN
LAN connection HP D5954A crossover cable or
equivalent Any LAN
The intra-cluster LAN may only be
used for cluster node communication
via a crossover cable. It may not be
used for client communication.
NIC:
Model HP D5013A/B (10/100TX PCI) Any that is on both the HP Tested
Products List and the Microsoft
Hardware Compatibility List.
Driver 3.27.00.0001 or later Any driver
NOTE If the Client and Intra-
cluster LANs are the same model
the Client LAN must use the same
driver as the Intra-cluster LAN.
No. of NICs 1 1 minimum
SPU I\O slot P4 P2

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Shared Storage Cabling
This part of the guide defines the allowable cabling configurations for clusters using the HP NetServer
LPr, one required HP Rack Storage/12FC and one or two optional HP Rack Storage/12s. Only these cabling
configurations and cables are supported.
HP Microsoft Cluster using HP Rack Storage/12FC and Rack Storage/12
without 6 Port Fibre Channel Hub (Simplex Operation)

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HP Microsoft Cluster using HP Rack Storage/12FC and Rack Storage/12
and 6 Port Fibre Channel Hub (Duplex Operation)

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Power Cabling to Separate Power Circuits
Versions
22 February 2000 Corrected typographical error. Under the SPU heading, changed the No.
of CPUs from "2-4" to "2."
8 February 2000 Initial release

HP NetServer
Microsoft Cluster Installation Guide
with
Shared Storage System Supplement
Rack Storage/12FC
Rack Storage/12
Rack Storage/8
Storage System/6
HP SureStore E 12H Disk Array
or
HP A3661B Model 30/FC High Availability Disk Array
18 January 2000
(See Version History below)

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Notice
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reliability of its software on equipment that is not furnished by Hewlett-Packard.
Warranty
If you have any questions about the warranty for this product, contact your dealer.
Safety Considerations
The product and related documentation must be reviewed for familiarization with safety markings and
instructions before installation and operation.
Safety Symbols
A WARNING denotes a hazard that can cause personal injury.
A CAUTION denotes a hazard that can damage equipment or result in lost data.
A NOTE contains information that is useful in accomplishing a task and should be read
before performing the associated instruction(s).
Do not proceed beyond a WARNING or CAUTION notice until you understand the hazardous conditions
and have taken appropriate steps.
Grounding
The computer in which this product is installed is a safety class I product and has a protective earthing
terminal. There must be an uninterruptible safety earth ground from the main power source to the product’s
input wiring terminals, power cord, or supplied power cord set. Whenever it is likely that the protection has
been impaired, disconnect the power cord until the ground has been restored.
Servicing
Any service, adjustment, maintenance, or repair must be performed only by authorized service-trained
personnel.
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© Copyright 1999, Hewlett-Packard Company

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Contents
Some topics in this guide are applicable to all HP NetServer clusters while others are HP NetServer and
shared storage specific. A complete installation guide consists of two documents: this document (common to
all HP NetServers) and the supplement for your shared storage system.
OVERVIEW................................................................................................................................................... 5
VERSION HISTORY....................................................................................................................................... 5
INTENDED AUDIENCE .................................................................................................................................. 5
A GRAPHICAL OVERVIEW TO SETTING UP THE CLUSTER ............................................................................ 7
1 WHAT’S NEEDED................................................................................................................................... 8
NEED MORE HELP?...................................................................................................................................... 9
REFERENCED DOCUMENTS .......................................................................................................................... 9
2 NETSERVER HARDWARE SETUP ................................................................................................... 10
INSTALL COMPONENTS .............................................................................................................................. 10
3 SHARED STORAGE HARDWARE SETUP....................................................................................... 11
4 CLUSTER CABLING AND SETUP..................................................................................................... 12
SETUP CLUSTER HARDWARE ..................................................................................................................... 12
CONNECT THE LAN ADAPTERS................................................................................................................. 12
CONNECT SHARED STORAGE & CABLE THE CLUSTER............................................................................... 12
5 NETSERVER SOFTWARE SETUP..................................................................................................... 13
START HERE .............................................................................................................................................. 13
LCII........................................................................................................................................................... 13
LC3 ........................................................................................................................................................... 14
LH PRO ..................................................................................................................................................... 15
LH3........................................................................................................................................................... 16
LH 3 (WITH NETRAID LOCAL AND SHARED STORAGE) ........................................................................... 18
LH 4.......................................................................................................................................................... 20
LH 4 (FIBRE CHANNEL)............................................................................................................................. 22
LPR............................................................................................................................................................ 24
LPR (WITH NETRAID LOCAL AND SHARED STORAGE)............................................................................. 26
LX/LXR PRO ............................................................................................................................................. 28
LXR 8000.................................................................................................................................................. 29
LXR 8000 (FIBRE CHANNEL)..................................................................................................................... 30
LXR 8500.................................................................................................................................................. 32
LXR 8500 (FIBRE CHANNEL)..................................................................................................................... 33
INSTALL SERVICE PACK FOR ALL HP NETSERVERS .................................................................................. 35
6 SHARED STORAGE SOFTWARE SETUP........................................................................................ 36
SHARED STORAGE SETUP .......................................................................................................................... 36
CREATE THE ARRAY FILE SYSTEMS........................................................................................................... 36
7 MICROSOFT CLUSTER SERVER SOFTWARE SETUP................................................................ 42
INSTALL MSCS ON SYSTEM A................................................................................................................... 42
INSTALL MSCS ON SYSTEM B................................................................................................................... 46
INSTALL SERVICE PACK OR HOT FIX ......................................................................................................... 46
8 CLUSTER TESTING............................................................................................................................. 47
HARDWARE VERIFICATION AND LABELING UTILITY ................................................................................. 47
CLUSTER INSTALLATION TEST................................................................................................................... 47

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Overview
HP NetServer clusters provide increased availability solutions for critical applications. The basic cluster
consists of two HP NetServer systems coupled to shared storage units. The operating system files, application
files, and other files local to each node are stored on fixed or hot swap disks. Local disks are usually located
internally in the system.
Both HP NetServers share external drives located in the shared storage unit(s). Shared drives are accessed
using an interface card (typically referred to as the Host Bus Adapter) located in each HP NetServer unit.
Both HP NetServers run Microsoft Windows NT Server, Enterprise Edition, which includes Microsoft
Cluster Server software.
This guide has been designed to help you setup the HP NetServers, set up, assemble and cable the cluster,
and install server and cluster software.
NOTE This guide is incomplete without the supplement specific to your shared storage system.
When directed by this guide, turn to the supplement to get the necessary instructions.
Version History
Date Change
18 January 2000 Grammar and format changes.
1 December 1999 Added the LH4 Fibre Channel, LXr8500 Fibre Channel and SCSI cluster
configurations.
10 October 1999 Changed "AutoRAID" and "AutoRAID Model 12H" to "SureStore E 12H"
throughout.
1 September 1999 Added installation instructions f or a Fibre Channel cluster solution using the LXr
8000 with the Rack Storage/12FC and up to two optional Rack Storage/12s.
7 April 1999 Corrected error (changed LHI to LH4 two places in the LH4 install procedures).
Simplified the overall installation procedure by removing the need to match drive
letters for the second node.
8 March 1999 Added instructions for the LPr, using NetRAID local and shared storage and Revised
instructions to use Navigator L.15.05 on LH4, LPr, and LXr 8000.
19 January 1999 Added installation instructions for the LPr.
18 Dec. 1998 Added installation procedures for the HP NetServer LH 4 and LXr 8000.
20 November 1998 Revised the LH3 installation procedures in part 5 to allow using LH3 clusters with
Model 12H and FC-30 shared storage subsystems.
5 October 1998 Revised part 5 – Installation to provide separate server configuration and Windows
NT installation procedures. Added the LH3 installation procedure including using a
NetRAID adapter for local storage.
20 July 1998 Added installation instructions in part 5 for the LC3.
9 June 1998 Initial release
Intended Audience
The guide is for the person who installs, administers, and troubleshoots the Microsoft Cluster Server.
Hewlett-Packard assumes this person is qualified to service computer equipment and trained to recognize
hazards in products with hazardous energy levels.

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NOTE Hewlett-Packard only supports and recommends installation of clustered HP NetServer
systems using Microsoft Cluster Server software by a Microsoft or HP Cluster Certified
Installer.

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A Graphical Overview to Setting Up the Cluster
CAUTION Departing from the sequence shown here can cause unnecessary work and unpredictable
results.

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1 What’s Needed
Before beginning the installation, make sure you have the following items prepared and tools and resources
available.
Some information in this part is shared storage specific. See part "1 What’s Needed" of the
Shared Storage Supplement and the Configuration Guide for your cluster. Review the
supplement, refer to the Configuration Guide as directed, then return to this part.
Addresses / Names
•Minimum of three Client LAN IP addresses: one for each HP NetServer system and one for the HP
NetServer cluster client LAN.
•Two Intra-cluster LAN IP addresses for the intra-cluster LAN: One for each HP NetServer system.
(May use hidden or intranet addresses. See the MSCS Administrator’s Guide for a discussion of IP
addressing.)
NOTE The Client LAN IP address and Intra-cluster LAN IP addresses must be on different
subnets.
•Cluster and node names (limited to 15 or fewer alphanumeric characters)
•Subnet mask
•User name, password, and domain to be used for the cluster service.
Hardware
Compare the hardware you have received with your ordering documentation, such as the parts lists created by
HP NetServer Order Assistant and Rack Assistant
Software
•Microsoft Windows NT Server (Enterprise Edition), version 4.0, which includes Windows NT, version
4.0 and Service Pack (SP). Check your Configuration Guide for the applicable Windows NT and SP
versions and Microsoft Cluster Server installation software.
NOTE Some HP NetServers, as stated in part “5 NetServer Software Setup,” require installing
Windows NT from floppy disks. To create floppy disks, on a computer running Windows
95 or NT, insert the Windows NT Server/E base CD in the CDROM drive and from the
commDnd line execute: D:\i386\winnt32.exe /ox. If needed, see, “How to Create
Windows NT Boot Floppy Disks” under Support Online for the Microsoft web site.
•Microsoft Hotfix (clusfixi.exe) for Windows NT (for SP3 only). This software is only needed if you
are using Service Pack 3. To download.
1. Access the Microsoft web site at http://www.microsoft.com.
2. On the site navigator bar, select SEARCH, then search for Q147222 in the "Support & Knowledge
Base" category.
3. On the Search Results page, select Group of Hotfixes for Exchange 5.5 and IIS 4.0, then follow the
ftp path to download the "clusfixi.exe" file.

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NOTE When performing this search on the Microsoft web site you may be prompted to register
with Support Online. If prompted to register, you must first complete the questionnaire
and then complete the search.
•HP NetServer Navigator CD. HP recommends you use the latest version, however you may use an
earlier version if it is specified in the Configuration Guide for your cluster.
•Cluster Installation Test. Downloaded from the Certified Installer Corner under Install & Configure
on the HP NetServer Clustering Solutions web site.
•NIC drivers. Download HP drivers from Software Downloads page under Install & Configure" on the
HP NetServer Clustering Solutions web site.
Tools
Common hand tools plus the following:
•Torx™ T-25 driver supplied in the Rack Installation Toolkit. For rack installed clusters only.
•Portable Field Service Grounding Kit (3M® part number 8505, or equivalent).
Need More Help?
HP Information Assistant provides extensive support information and is available on the HP NetServer
Online Documentation CD-ROM. Although you can access HP Information Assistant from the NetServer
Navigator Main menu, HP recommends that you install it on an available Windows client connected to a
printer. For more information about installing HP Information Assistant, refer to the system documentation.
The following reference materials may also be useful:
•HP NetServer Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 Installation Guide for your HP NetServer
•Processor Upgrade Instructions
These materials are available by choosing Install or Reference Books on the HP Information Assistant's Main
menu.
Referenced Documents
•MSCS Administrator's Guide on the Microsoft NT 4.0 base CD under \Support\Books
•HP NetServer Configuration Guide. If not bundled with this Installation Guide downloaded from the
Supported Configurations page under Plan on the HP Cluster Solutions web site

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2 NetServer Hardware Setup
When HP NetServers are shipped from the factory, they are configured for stand-alone operation. The first
step in creating a cluster is to install additional hardware that allows the HP NetServers to:
•Share data
•Communicate with one another
•Communicate with the LAN
CAUTION Installing hardware requires opening the HP NetServers. HP therefore, recommends
using a grounding kit. See part "1 What’s Needed" for details. The kit contains a wrist
strap, anti-static mat, and cable.
Install Components
NOTE Perform the following procedure on either HP NetServer first, and then repeat the
procedure for the second NetServer.
1. Gather the required hardware components for the HP NetServers and separate the components into two
systems.
2. Remove the HP NetServer cover(s).
3. Install any of the following types of components that were supplied with your HP NetServers using the
instructions supplied with each component. If needed, refer to HP Information Assistant for additional
instructions:
•Processors. If additional processors were supplied with your HP NetServers install them at this time.
•Main Memory. Cluster operations require a minimum amount of main memory (RAM). Typically
you do not need to add memory to your HP NetServers. However, if additional memory is required,
it will be identified by the HP Order Assistant program and will be supplied. Install any additional
memory that has been provided with your order. See the Configuration Guide for your cluster
configuration and check that you meet the minimum memory requirements.
•LAN Adapters. Install two LAN adapters in each HP NetServer. Refer to the HP NetServer
Configuration Guide for your cluster and install the adapters in the PCI slots stated in the guide. If
other boards are installed in these slots, remove them and install them in other slots.
•Internal Disks. If provided install the local storage drives (fixed or hot swap) into the HP
NetServers.
•Local Storage Adapter. This adapter provides the interface to the local storage of the node. See
the Configuration Guide for your cluster configuration for the PCI slot to use.
•Host Bus (Shared Storage) Adapters. These adapters provide the interface to the Shared Storage
Systems and must be installed in specific PCI slots. See the Configuration Guide for your cluster
configuration for the HP NetServer PCI slots to use.
See instructions supplied with the component or see part "2 NetServer Hardware Setup" of
the Shared Storage Supplement for instructions on installing these adapters.