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ProLiant Cluster F200 for the Entry Level SAN

The ProLiant Cluster F200 for the Entry Level SAN is designed to assist in simplifying the configuration of cluster solutions that provide high levels of data and applications availability in the Microsoft Windows Operating System environment through clustering to provide no-single-point-of-failure. The ProLiant Cluster F200 for the Entry Level SAN supports two-node clusters based on Microsoft Windows 2000 Advanced Server and two to eight-node clusters based on Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Enterprise Edition operating system, StorageWorks Modular Smart Array 1500 cs (MSA1500 cs), the StorageWorks Modular Storage Array (MSA1000), or StorageWorks RAID Array 4100 (RA4100), and ProLiant servers. Also supports StorageWorks Secure Path management software.
The ProLiant Cluster Starter Kit (optional)
The ProLiant Cluster Starter kit is a ProLiant cluster "How-to Guide", that includes documentation for ProLiant Clusters that use StorageWorks MSA1500 cs, MSA1000, RA4100, Enterprise Virtual Array (EVA5000), Enterprise Virtual Array 3000 (EVA3000), and MA8000/EMA12000/EMA16000. The kit also includes multimedia with animation to illustrate the actual components required to build a Fibre Channel Cluster & two 30-day trial licenses of HP OpenView Storage Mirroring (OVSM). The Starter kit provides instructions and checklist for EVA 4000/6000/8000 support for Microsoft Windows 2000 and Windows 2003 multi-path support via Microsoft MPIO.
NOTE: This Kit does not include Secure Path Software.
     
 
 
1. Modular Smart Array 1000 (MSA1000) Controller 6. Switch Interconnect
2. MSA1000
7. Ethernet "HeartBeat" Loop
3. Multi-Mode Fibre Channel Cables
8. Host Bus Adapters
4. Gigabit Interface Convertors (GBICs)
9. ProLiant Servers #1 and #2
5. Small Form Factor Fixed Transceivers (SFF) or Small Form Factor Pluggable Transceivers (SFP)    

What's New

  • Support for the latest HP StorageWorks Modular Smart Array (MSA) and HP StorageWorks Enterprise Virtual Array (EVA) storage and ProLiant servers.

Models
ProLiant Cluster F200 for the Entry Level SAN HP HA/F200 for Entry SAN Cluster
364026-B22
ProLiant Cluster Starter Kit ProLiant Cluster Starter kit
364023-B22
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Standard Features

Key Features
  • HP ProLiant DL, ProLiant ML, and ProLiant BL p-Class servers
  • StorageWorks Modular Smart Array 1500 cs (MSA1500 cs)
  • StorageWorks Modular Smart Array (MSA1000)
  • Optical Fibre Channel Interconnects
  • StorageWorks Secure Path for Windows Workgroup Edition V 4.0C SP1 (MSA1500 cs or MSA1000 only)
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Enterprise Edition for 2 to 8-node clusters (purchased separately) 8-node support for F200 MSA1500 cs or MSA1000 Cluster only)
  • Microsoft Windows 2000 Advanced Server for 2-node clusters (purchased separately)
  • Up to Two MSA1500 cs or MSA1000 per cluster
  • Up to five 2-node clusters sharing a single MSA1500 cs or MSA1000
  • Maximum of 20 total nodes in x unique clusters not to exceed 5 if using 2-node clusters
  • StorPort driver, Microsoft® Windows Server™ 2003

ProLiant Cluster F200 for the Entry Level SAN

The ProLiant Cluster F200 for the Entry Level SAN supports HP's industry-leading ProLiant servers, the MSA1500 cs or MSA1000. Ethernet server to server interconnect, and HP's industry-leading installation and systems management utilities. The ProLiant Cluster F200 for the Entry Level SAN delivers a high level of availability in clusters by enabling multi-path Fibre Channel connections. StorageWorks Secure Path management software by HP, included with the kit, features support for a redundant Fibre Channel infrastructure (two paths through the Fibre Channel hub, or fabric switch) utilizing dual Host Bus Adapters (HBAs) in each server connected to one or more MSA1000, MSA1500 cs storage subsystems, each with dual RAID controllers that creates a configuration with no single-point-of-failure.


HP StorageWorks MSA1500 cs The HP StorageWorks Modular Smart Array 1500 cs is a Fibre Channel SAN attached 2U controller shelf that connects to Serial ATA (SATA) or SCSI disk enclosures. This combination provides customers with a low cost, high capacity storage solution. This solution has been designed as a hardware foundation for which future solutions can be designed and implemented for investment protection. The MSA1500 cs is perfect for those customers looking for less expensive storage solutions using HP SATA enclosures to store data that doesn't require a high degree of I/O performance and/or is viewed as non-critical to business operations. The MSA1500 cs with up-to-eight attached SATA enclosures can provide the customer with up to 24 TB (96 - 250GB SATA disk drives) of raw capacity. If the business needs SCSI reliability then attach up-to-four SCSI enclosures for a raw capacity of 8.1 TB (using 56 - 146 GB SCSI disks). Mixing of SATA and SCSI enclosures is now fully supported in a cluster configuration with the MSA1500.

HP StorageWorks MSA1000

The HP StorageWorks MSA1000 is a 2 Gb Fibre Channel storage system designed for the entry-level to mid-range Storage Area Network (SAN). Designed to reduce the complexity, expense and risk of SAN deployment, the MSA1000 is a scaleable, high performance storage system built with investment protection in mind. The modular design of the MSA1000 allows the user to easily add storage capacity on an as needed basis.

The MSA1000 combines the array controller shelf and the drive shelf, which holds up to fourteen 1 universal disk drives in a single 4U rack mount cabinet. More storage can be easily deployed with the addition of up to two HP StorageWorks 4314 (max 42 drives) or one 4354 (max 28 drives) Enclosures for a maximum storage capacity of 6 TB when using the new 146 GB drives. The MSA1000 provides the latest 2 Gb Fibre Channel technology to the hosts. Besides the single port 2 Gb Fibre Channel I/O module that comes standard, there is an optional 8-port, 2 Gb Fibre Channel fabric switch that fits inside the MSA1000. Another optional I/O module is a 3-port 2 Gb Fibre Channel hub that also fits inside - an ideal low cost solution for simple 2-node clustering. The MSA1000 provides Ultra3 SCSI connections to the hard drives and uses the HP Universal 1 Ultra2, Ultra3, and Ultra320 drives. By utilizing existing SCSI drives, the MSA1000 lowers the total cost of ownership and extends the customer's hardware investments into the future. The MSA1000 can be remotely managed by using management tools such as HP Systems Insight Manager, Array Configuration Utility and the StorageWorks Fabric Switch Management Utility. Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Enterprise Edition and Microsoft Windows 2000 Advanced Server operating systems provide support for clusters.


Service and Support, HP Care Pack and Warranty Information Keeping industry standard systems truly available requires high-quality service with a single point of contact. The HP Care Pack program is tailored specifically to protect your HP ProLiant system and options. These convenient packages allow you to maximize server utilization and performance with fewer resources. Your environment will be precisely supported by award-winning services delivered by 38,000 HP experts and specialist from 70,000 service partners. Care Pack services provide a range of life cycle support options that let you choose the service levels that meet your business requirements, from basic to mission-critical.

A full range of HP Care Pack hardware and software services are available including:

  • Installation and start up
  • Education courses
  • Extended onsite hardware coverage hours from Next Business Day to 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with options including 4-hour response or 6-hour Call To Repair
  • Comprehensive range of software technical support for Microsoft and Linux-based IT solutions helping to deliver high level of application availability.
  • Response times range from 30 mins for critical problems to 2 hours.
  • System management, performance services and Mission Critical Support Solution

HP Premium integrated hardware and software support and Mission Critical offers are available either as Care Pack offers or as tailored solutions to meet your business needs. These solutions deliver high levels of application availability. Delivered by experienced, certified engineers, these packages help you maximize server utilization and performance with fewer resources. Available as Support Plus, Support Plus 24, Proactive 24, Critical Services and Mission Critical Partnership.

NOTE: For more information on HP Care Pack services, contact any of our worldwide sales offices or resellers or visit our worldwide Web site on the internet at: http://www.hp.com/hps/carepack
NOTE: For more complete information on HP Services offerings, customers and resellers, please visit us at: http://www.hp.com/hps
NOTE: Additional information regarding worldwide limited warranty and technical support is available at: http://h18004.www1.hp.com/products/servers/platforms/warranty/index.html


ProLiant Cluster HA/F200 for the Entry Level SAN Kit Contents
  • Getting Started Card
  • Kit Content Card
  • F200 Installation Checklist for Windows 2000 (MSA1500 cs)
  • F200 Installation Checklist for Windows 2000 (MSA1000)
  • F200 Installation Checklist for Windows Server 2003 (MSA1500 cs)
  • F200 Installation Checklist for Windows Server 2003 (MSA1000)
  • F200 Admin Guide (CD only, MSA1000)
  • Secure Path V 4.0C SP1 for Windows Workgroup Edition (2 licenses)
  • Crossover cable
  • Warranty information

ProLiant Cluster Starter Kit Contents
  • Getting Started Card
  • Kit Content Card
  • F100 Installation Checklist for Windows 2000 (MSA1000)
  • F100 Installation Checklist for Windows Server 2003 (MSA1000)
  • F200 Installation Checklist for Windows 2000 (MSA1500 cs)
  • F200 Installation Checklist for Windows 2000 (MSA1000)
  • F200 Installation Checklist for Windows Server 2003 (MSA1500 cs)
  • F200 Installation Checklist for Windows Server 2003 (MSA1000)
  • F500 Installation Checklist for Windows 2000 (MA8000/EMA12000/EMA16000 Enhanced)
  • F500 Installation Checklist for Windows 2000 (MA8000/EMA12000/EMA16000 Enhanced)
  • F500 Installation Checklist for Windows Server 2003 (MA8000/EMA12000/EMA16000 Enhanced)
  • F500 Installation Checklist for Windows 2000 (EVA)
  • F500 Installation Checklist for Windows Server 2003 (EVA)
  • Installation Checklist for HP StorageWorks MSA1000 for Small Business SAN & HA Kit
  • F100 Admin Guide (CD only, MSA1000)
  • F200 Admin Guide (CD only, MSA1000)
  • F500 Admin Guide (CD only, MA8000/EMA12000/ EMA16000)
  • F500 DT Supplement (CD only, MA8000/EMA12000/EMA16000)
  • F500 Admin Guide (CD only EVA)
  • F500 DT Supplement (CD only, EVA)
  • HP ProLiant Clusters Multimedia CD
  • Crossover cable

Servers Supported NOTE: Tier 1 servers will be qualified, HP supported and certified for the Microsoft Windows Catalog. Tier 2 servers will be qualified and HP supported. They can be certified for the Microsoft Windows Catalog upon customer demand and contingent on management approval. (Subject to a fee.)
NOTE: The following is a list of supported servers. Some may be discontinued.
  ProLiant servers (Tier1)
 
  • HP ProLiant DL360 G4
  • HP ProLiant DL360 G4p
  • HP ProLiant DL360 G3
  • HP ProLiant DL380 G4
  • HP ProLiant DL380 G3
  • HP ProLiant DL385
  • HP ProLiant DL580 G2
  • HP ProLiant DL580 G3
  • HP ProLiant DL585
  • HP ProLiant BL20p G2
  • HP ProLiant BL20p G3
  • HP ProLiant BL25p
  • HP ProLiant BL30p
  • HP ProLiant BL35p
  • HP ProLiant BL45p
  ProLiant servers (Tier 2)
 
  • HP ProLiant BL40p
  • HP ProLiant DL560
  • HP ProLiant DL760
  • HP ProLiant DL760 G2
  • HP ProLiant DL740
  • HP ProLiant DL360 G2
  • HP ProLiant DL380 G2
  • HP ProLiant DL580
  • HP ProLiant ML370 G3
  • HP ProLiant ML370 G4
  • HP ProLiant ML530 G2
  • HP ProLiant ML570 G2
  • HP ProLiant ML570 G3
  • HP ProLiant ML750
  For more information on ProLiant servers, please visit the following URL:
http://h18004.www1.hp.com/products/servers/platforms/
NOTE: Some of the servers listed above may be discontinued; however, they are still supported.

Fibre Channel Switches Supported NOTE: Tier 1 switches will be qualified, HP supported and certified for the Microsoft Windows Catalog. Tier 2 switches will be qualified and HP supported. They can be certified for the Microsoft Windows Catalog upon customer demand and contingent on management approval. (Subject to a fee.) Tier 3 switches and hub will be HP supported.
Switches (Tier 1)
  • MSA SAN Switch 2/8 (MSA1500 cs or MSA1000 Only)
  • ProLiant Blade GbE2 Interconnect Switch (MSA1500 cs or MSA1000 Only)
  • SAN Switch 2GB 8 port (MSA1500 cs or MSA1000 Only)
  • SAN Switch 2GB 16 port (MSA1500 cs or MSA1000 Only)
  • FC-AL Switch 3 Port Expansion Module (RA4100 only)
  • 8Q Fibre Channel External Switch
Switches (Tier 2)
  • SAN Switch 2/8 (MSA1500 cs or MSA1000 Only)
  • SAN Switch 2/16 (MSA1500 cs or MSA1000 Only)
Switches (Tier 3)
  • MSA Hub 2/3 (MSA1500 cs or MSA1000 Only)
  • SAN Switch 8 (MSA1500 cs or MSA1000 Only)
  • SAN Switch 16 (MSA1500 cs or MSA1000 Only)
  • SAN Switch Integrated/32 (MSA1500 cs or MSA1000 Only)
  • SAN Switch Integrated/64 (MSA1500 cs or MSA1000 Only)
  • SAN Switch 2/32 ( MSA1500 cs or MSA1000 Only)
  • Core Switch 2/64
  • SAN Director 64
  • Edge Switch 2/16
  • Edge Switch 2/24
  • Edge Switch 2/32
  • Director 2/64
  • Director 2/140
For more information on SAN Infrastructure (Switches and Host Bus Adapters), please visit the following URL: http://h18006.www1.hp.com/storage/saninfrastructure.html

Host Bus Adapter NOTE: Tier 1 Host Bus Adapters will be qualified, HP supported and certified for the Microsoft Windows Catalog. Tier 2 Host Bus Adapters will be qualified and HP supported. They can be certified for the Microsoft Windows Catalog upon customer demand and contingent on management approval. (Subject to a fee.) Host Bus Adapter support includes SCSI Miniport and StorPort Miniport Drivers.
Host Bus Adapters (Tier 1)
  • FCA2404 2Gb PCI-X HBA for Windows 2000 and Windows Server 2003
  • FCA2214 2Gb PCI-X FC HBA for Windows and Linux
  • FCA2214DC 2Gb Dual Channel PCI-X FC HBA for Windows and Linux
  • FCA2408 2GB PCI-x-to-FC HBA for Windows and Windows Server 2003
  • A7387A 2Gb Dual Channel PCI-X FC HBA for Windows
  • A7388A 2Gb PCI-X FC HBA for Windows
  • FC MEZZ (ISP2312 - BL20p G2)
  • FC Balcony Card (BL30p & BL35p)
  • A7560A (LP1050 EX)
  • FC Adapter Card BL20p G3
  • HPBALCF 105 for BL25p
Host Bus Adapters (Tier2)
  • FCA2404DC 2Gb PCI-X-to-FC HBA for Windows 2000 Advanced Server and Windows Server 2003
  • FCA2101 2Gb PCI FC HBA for Windows
  • A7523A (QLA200)
  • FCA2355
For more information on SAN Infrastructure (Switches and Host Bus Adapters), please visit the following URL: http://h18006.www1.hp.com/storage/saninfrastructure.html

Supported Configurations and Software Components
OS Support Microsoft Windows 2000 Advanced Server
Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Enterprise Edition, SP1
NOTE: Please refer to compatibility matrix for complete configuration support in the MSA1500 cs or MSA1000 QuickSpecs:
MSA1000 QuickSpecs:
http://h18000.www1.hp.com/products/quickspecs/11033_na/11033_na.html
MSA1500 cs QuickSpecs:
http://h18000.www1.hp.com/products/quickspecs/11945_na/11945_na.html

HP Cluster Support Matrices For more information on Supported ProLiant Cluster Configurations, please visit the
following URL:
http://h18000.www1.hp.com/solutions/enterprise/highavailability/answercenter/configuration-all.html
Customers can select the appropriate operating system and the storage platform to view the matrix which represents quality tested and supported servers, Fibre Channel switches, Host Bus Adapters, and software deliverables that make up supported ProLiant Cluster configurations.

MSA1500 cs or MSA1000 Software Component Information The MSA1500 cs or MSA1000 utilizes a single, consistent set of utility software for storage and RAID management, setup, configuration and troubleshooting. This consistency reduces the cost of ownership by reducing the training and technical expertise necessary to install and maintain your HP storage solution.
 

Array Configuration Utility

  • Provides a graphical view of HP drive array configurations
  • Easy to use Wizards for configuration
  • ACU supports on-line configuration
  • Web Based ACU supports On-Line, Remote Web Based and Off-line configuration
  • Runs online on Microsoft Windows 2000 Advanced Server and Windows Server 2003, Enterprise Edition
  Selective Storage Presentation (SSP)
  • Built-in to MSA1000 or MSA1500 cs Controller firmware and controlled via ACU
  • Allows setting of access rights to the MSA1000 or MSA1500 cs storage by hosts
  • Access control can be set up to a logical volume level using the Array Controller Utility
  HP Systems Insight Manager
  • Powerful storage, server and server option management tool
  • Monitor storage from a remote central location
  • Browser based SIM provides full access from anywhere on the Intranet, eliminating the need for a dedicated Systems Insight Manager management console

HP OpenView storage virtual replicator, one licenses ship standard in the MSA1500 cs or MSA1000
(Microsoft environments)

HP OpenView Storage Virtual Replicator combines a rich set of innovative capabilities that enhances and simplifies storage management for Windows Server 2003, Enterprise Edition and Microsoft Windows 2000 Advanced Server environments. Through virtualization, online volume growth, snapshot and management features, the software complements the standard capabilities within the operating system. HP OpenView Storage Virtual Replicator provides virtualization enabling storage consolidation and capacity provisioning for flexible, simplified storage management on Windows based servers. An HP OpenView Virtual Replicator CD with a single system license and ten 60-day evaluation licenses are included with the MSA1500 cs or MSA1000. Additional licenses of Virtual Replicator are available through your local HP sales office.

  • Hewlett Packard server storage and Smart Array software makes setup storage management, configuration and trouble-shooting a breeze. Hewlett Packard server storage and Smart Array products utilize a single, consistent set of utility software for storage and RAID management. This consistency across the Smart Array product line reduces the cost of ownership by reducing the training and technical expertise necessary to install and maintain your Hewlett Packard server storage solution.

OpenView Storage Mirroring

HP OpenView Storage Mirroring (OVSM) offers a host-based application that performs remote copy over an IP LAN/WAN. The Storage Mirroring application operates on an industry standard server with Microsoft Windows 2000/2003 operating systems. Some Storage Mirroring key features are asynchronous replication that can be scheduled to a fine granular level--Logical Unit Number (LUN), file or byte level. Other features include multiple replication configuration options including peer-to-peer and many-to-one. In addition, Storage Mirroring is a very cost effective disaster recovery alternative from one host to another within a LAN or storage center or direct attached storage, between metro offices and regional centers. Additional configurations include replication from small office environments to enable low cost of entry for high return of business continuity.

 
  • Enables remote management of storage replication
  • Cost-effective disaster recovery solution for small to medium businesses.
  • Quality of service: OpenView Storage Mirroring is easy to deploy and manage
  • Security: Ensures storage is secure for accessibility
  • Flexible: Allows multiple replication configurations, one-to-one, one-to-many, many-to-one
  • Application aware: Storage Mirroring can replicate storage written by any application
  For more information, please visit the following URL: http://h18006.www1.hp.com/products/storage/software/sm/index.html
For more information on OpenView Storage Mirroring, please visit the following URL: http://h18006.www1.hp.com/products/storage/software/sm/index.html

StorageWorks Secure Path for Windows Workgroup Edition

StorageWorks Secure Path for Windows Workgroup Edition is a family of high availability multi-pathing software products providing continuous data access from HP's RAID Array to host servers running the Microsoft Windows 2000 Advanced Server and Windows Server 2003, Enterprise Edition. Redundant hardware, advanced RAID technology and Secure Path's automated failover capability are used to enhance fault tolerance and availability. Secure Path effectively eliminates controllers, disk drives, interconnect hardware and host bus adapters as single points of failure in the storage subsystem.

Key Features:

  • Maintains connections to storage
  • Monitors I/O paths and alerts on significant events
  • Assists in load balancing
Used in:
  • Stand-alone configurations
  • Cluster configurations
  • SAN configurations
For more information, please visit the following URL: http://h18006.www1.hp.com/products/sanworks/secure-path/index.html

Environment-friendly Products and Approach

End-of-life Management and Recycling Hewlett-Packard offers end-of-life HP product return, trade-in, and recycling programs in many geographic areas. For trade-in information, please go to http://www.hp.com/go/green. To recycle your product, please go to: http://www.hp.com/go/green or contact your nearest HP sales office. Products returned to HP will be recycled, recovered or disposed of in a responsible manner.

The EU WEEE directive (2002/95/EC) requires manufacturers to provide treatment information for each product type for use by treatment facilities. This information (product disassembly instructions) is posted on the Hewlett Packard web site at: http://www.hp.com/go/green. These instructions may be used by recyclers and other WEEE treatment facilities as well as HP OEM customers who integrate and re-sell HP equipment.


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