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Dell EMC Host Connectivity Guide for Windows

P/N 300-000-603 REV 61 MAY 2020

Introduction

This guide is designed to assist storage administrators, system programmers, and operators in managing and operating Dell EMC storage solutions within a Windows Server environment. It details the features and setup procedures for connecting Windows Server 2019, 2016, 2012 R2, and 2012 to Dell EMC storage arrays via Fibre Channel or iSCSI.

Key Topics Covered

Understanding Windows infrastructure and terminology.
Configuring Fibre Channel (FC) and iSCSI connectivity.
Managing storage and disk paths in a Windows environment.
Host connectivity with various Dell EMC storage products including PowerMax, VMAX, Unity, XtremIO, PowerStore, and VPLEX.
Operating system features relevant to storage connectivity.

Resources

For the latest information and documentation, please visit Dell EMC Online Support.

For technical support, contact Dell EMC technical support professionals. For product information, release notes, and software updates, visit Dell EMC Online Support.

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