Add an Unconfigured Array to a Group

Every unconfigured array that is added to the group must:
  • Use the same Layer 2 network as the group leader array
  • Run the same version of the OS as the group leader array
  • Use a compatible access protocol, iSCSI, Fibre Channel, or both (multiprotocol). All arrays in a group must use the same protocol.

If the destination group has a backup group leader with a secondary management IP address, you will not be able to modify that IP address.

NOTE: The operation can take several minutes.
  1. Log into the group leader array (the array to which you will be adding the unconfigured arrays).
  2. Click Hardware.
  3. Choose Actions → Add Array to Group.

    A list of arrays is displayed. The GUI displays error icons for incompatible arrays. Mousing over an error icon displays a list of errors that must be resolved before you can add the array to the group.

  4. Note the version of each array.
    If the array OS version of the array you want to add matches the array OS version on the configured array, you can add the array. Otherwise, you must update the version of array OS on the array before you can add it.
    NOTE: You are not able to install updates on an unconfigured array. You must complete the array setup to perform software updates. For more information, see Hardware and Software Updates.
  5. Enter a name for the array in the field under Array Name.
  6. Under Interface Assignment, add the Data IP address for each NIC interface (eth or tg port) for interfaces set to Data only or Management + Data.
  7. Under Diagnostics, type the support IP addresses for Controller A and Controller B.
  8. Under Storage Pool, complete one of the following actions:
    • (Default) Create a new storage pool and assign it to the array. Enter the name of the new pool in the field provided.

      or

    • Assign an existing storage pool to the array. Choose the pool name from the drop-down list.
  9. Click OK.

    The array is added to the group.