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IBM TotalStorage Network Attached Storage 200
Models 201 and 226
User’s Reference
Release 2
GA27-4263-01
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Note Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the general information in “Appendix A. Notices” on page 81. First Edition (November 2001) This edition applies to Release 2 of the IBM 5194 TotalStorage Network Attached Storage 200 (Models 201 and 226) (product numbers 5194–201 and 5194–226) and to all subsequent releases and modifications until otherwise indicated in new editions. Order publications through your IBM representative or the IBM branch office servicin
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Contents Figures ........................... vii Tables ............................ ix About this book ........................ xi Who should read this book.....................xi Frequently used terms ......................xi Publications ..........................xi NAS 200 product library.....................xi Hardcopy publications shipped with the NAS 200 ...........xii Related publications......................xii Web sites...........................xii Chapter 1. Introduction............
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Defining local Windows users and groups..............27 Giving storage access to Windows domain users and groups.......28 Defining UNIX users and groups ..................28 Using a local UNIX name space .................29 Using the UNIX name space on an NIS domain............31 Creating shares ........................32 Chapter 6. Additional administrative functions ............35 NAS Backup Assistant......................35 Restoring using the NT Backup panel ...............35 Persistent Imag
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Power-on self-test (POST).....................87 POST beep code descriptions ..................87 POST beep codes ......................89 POST error messages .....................92 Event/error logs .......................97 POST diagnostic programs ....................97 Text messages........................98 Starting the diagnostic programs .................98 Viewing the test log......................100 Diagnostic error message tables.................100 IBM Glossary of Storage Networking
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Figures 1. Diagnostics panel LEDs ............................50 2. Boot block jumper location ...........................59 3. Battery removal ...............................60 4. Battery replacement..............................61 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2001 vii
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viii NAS 200 User’s Reference
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Tables 1. Summary of configuration and administration tools for the NAS 200 ............6 2. Standard features of ServeRAID-4Lx and ServeRAID-4H................23 3. Power-supply LEDS..............................49 4. Descriptions of light-path diagnostics LEDs .....................51 5. Engine troubleshooting symptoms and suggested actions................52 6. Power error messages.............................57 7. Integrated Ethernet adapter troubleshooting chart...................63 8. 10/100
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About this book This book provides information necessary to configure and administer the software for the IBM 5194 TotalStorage Network Attached Storage 200 (Models 201 and 226). Hereafter, this product is referred to as the NAS 200, unless otherwise noted. Who should read this book This book is for administrators of the NAS 200. Note that although this product is relatively easy to install, configure, and administer, the NAS 200 administrator should have experience in at least the following ski
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This book describes such operational and administrative activities as: – Using the configuration utilities – Administering the NAS 200 – Troubleshooting – Using the Recovery and Supplementary CDs v Storage Unit Installation and User’s Guide GA27-4259 This book provides instructions for installing and replacing components in your IBM 5194 TotalStorage Network Attached Storage Storage Unit. It also provides information on troubleshooting the unit. Hardcopy publications shipped with the NAS 200 The
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Chapter 1. Introduction With the IBM TotalStorage Network Attached Storage (NAS) 200 (5194 Models 201, 226, and EXP), your enterprise will gain scalable, network-attached storage devices that deliver excellent value, state-of-the-art systems management capabilities, and task-optimized operating system technology. These NAS devices provide you with increased performance, storage capacity, and functionality. These models have been developed for workgroup or department environments with file-servin
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Microsoft Windows 2000 for Network Attached Storage Enables remote administration of the appliance using a web-based graphical user interface (GUI) Microsoft Windows Terminal Services Enables remote administration of the appliance using its Windows desktop Microsoft Services for UNIX Provides file access to UNIX and UNIX-based clients and servers via Network File System (NFS) protocol IBM Director Agent and Universal Manageability Server Extensions Provides system management support based on ind
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v Windows 2000 for NAS, a Web-based GUI for those not familiar with the Windows desktop v IBM Advanced Appliance Configuration Utility (IAACU) for setup and configuring multiple devices or other appliances on a single network Having determined how you will manage the NAS 200, you can begin setup and configuration of the device. Step 1 - Initial network setup (“Chapter 3. Getting started” on page 19) Configure the NAS 200 to enable access over the network. First, use DHCP or static addressing to
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4 NAS 200 User’s Reference
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Chapter 2. Configuration and administration tools Attention Changing the preloaded software configuration of this product, including applying or installing unauthorized service packs or updates to preinstalled software, or installing additional software products that are not included in either the preloaded image or on the Supplementary CD, may not be supported and could cause unpredictable results. For updated compatibility information, please see http://www.ibm.com/storage/nas To correct probl
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Table 1. Summary of configuration and administration tools for the NAS 200 Administration Tool Main functions Windows Domain Controller (not NAS Users and user groups may be defined and authenticated by a Windows appliance) Domain Controller, although this is not required. IBM Advanced Appliance Access a headless NAS 200, particularly for the initial setup of the network Configuration Utility connectivity. (Alternatively, you can attach a keyboard, mouse, and display to the NAS 200.) v Set time
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administer the appliance using the NAS 200 desktop. If you are familiar with administrative tasks using a Windows desktop, you can use Terminal Services. See “Terminal Services and the IBM NAS Administration Console” on page 8 for more information. IBM Advanced Appliance Configuration Utility (IAACU) The IBM Advanced Appliance Configuration Utility (IAACU) aids in setting up and reconfiguring the network configuration on your appliances. The IAACU agent works with the IAACU Console to automatica
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Terminal Services and the IBM NAS Administration Console If you are familiar with Windows operating systems, you can use Terminal Services. In some cases, you must use Terminal Services to complete administrative tasks. You can access Terminal Services in two ways: 1. Through the UM Services browser, as described in step 3 on page 16. 2. By using the Terminal Services Client software. To use Terminal Services Client, complete the following steps to install it on the remote workstation and connec
