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Dell EMC PowerStore Host Configuration Guide

Introduction

This document provides essential guidelines and best practices for connecting and configuring external hosts to Dell EMC PowerStore storage systems. It covers crucial aspects like multipathing, zoning, and timeout settings, ensuring optimal storage connectivity and performance. The guide also addresses potential field issues and known issues for a smoother user experience.

Specific sections are dedicated to configuring hosts for various operating systems, including VMware vSphere ESXi, Microsoft Windows, Linux, AIX, Solaris, and HP-UX. For VMware vSphere ESXi hosts connected externally to PowerStore, this document offers detailed guidelines. For internal ESXi hosts within the PowerStore X model, consult the PowerStore Virtualization Guide. Additionally, for broader host connectivity best practices with other Dell EMC storage systems, refer to the E-Lab Host Connectivity Guides available via the E-Lab Interoperability Navigator.

Key Topics Covered

  • General SAN Guidelines
  • Fibre Channel SAN Guidelines
  • iSCSI SAN Guidelines
  • Host Configuration for VMware vSphere ESXi
  • Host Configuration for Microsoft Windows
  • Host Configuration for Linux
  • Host Configuration for AIX
  • Host Configuration for Solaris
  • Host Configuration for HP-UX
  • Considerations for Boot from SAN with PowerStore

Where to Get Help

For support, product information, and licensing details, Dell EMC provides several resources:

  • Product Information: Access product and feature documentation, including release notes, on the PowerStore Documentation page.
  • Troubleshooting: Find information on products, software updates, licensing, and service by visiting Dell Support and navigating to the relevant product support page.
  • Technical Support: For technical assistance and to open service requests, go to the Dell Support website and find the Service Requests page. A valid support agreement is required to open a service request. Contact your Sales Representative for details on support agreements or account inquiries.

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