Compaq DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT manual

Compaq Clustering Solutions for Windows NT DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide v2.73 November 1998 Prepared by: Clustering Product Management Compaq Computer Corporation[...]

2 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide Contents Compaq Clustering Solutions .................................................................................................................. 4 Clustering ........................................................................................................................[...]

3 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide - MSCS Certifications ........................................................................................................................... 48 Ordering DIGITAL Hardware/Software for a NT Cluster ................................................................. 49 Cluster Quick S[...]

4 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide Compaq Clustering Solutions Compaq Clustering Solutions for Windows NT maximize access to enterprise data by providing a means by which users can continue working even in the event of a server failure. These high-availability solutions allow a pair of DIGITAL Servers running Windows N[...]

5 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide - Cluster Kits Compaq provides complete clustering solutions with hardware, tools, services, and support for the Windows NT environment. To ensure proper configuration and implementation of the clustering hardware and software infrastructure, Compaq provides a series of Cluster Kits, [...]

6 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide that it can size. Solution Sizer is also linked to ServerMaker, which provides detailed, validated server configuration data, including parts lists and reseller-specific pricing data. ServerMaker ServerMaker is an easy to use, Windows-based, interactive software configuration tool des[...]

7 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide - • A shared disk pool to farm out disk space as virtual disks. This technology is based on a proven shared-disk technology. To date, there are over 500,000 OpenVMS “ shared everything ” clustered systems. • Mirrored cluster support to provide disaster-tolerance. • Support f[...]

8 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide • Qualify and certify DIGITAL Server 1000, 3000, 5000, and 7000 families with currently supported processor variants on Microsoft ’ s Hardware Compatibility List. This enables your system to be supported by Microsoft technical assistance. • Qualify and certify DIGITAL hardware f[...]

9 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide - Many applications can be adapted to take advantage of MSCS ’ failover feature. These applications must be able to use TCP/IP and use remote storage for its data. (Applications that keep a significant state information in memory are not the best applications for clustering because [...]

10 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide DIGITAL Clusters for Windows NT DIGITAL Clusters for Windows NT (DCNT) is a layered application on top of Windows NT. It is based on open industry standards and commodity building blocks. Important components are dual active servers, shared external SCSI storage and a GUI-based clust[...]

11 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide - • Remote Cluster Administrator Remote Cluster Administrator that provides remote cluster management functions enabling the user to manage any cluster from a Win95 or Windows NT workstation or server. • Scalable design Scalability of each server allows for growth in processing, [...]

12 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide DCNT V1.1 SP1 Although only billed as a service pack, v1.1 SP1offers some fairly significant new functionality, including some of the most-requested enhancements to the product: • DCNT IP Address Failover Support for File Shares DCNT provides the ability to failover a NetBIOS over [...]

13 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide - For details on setting up and using this new feature, see the "DIGITAL Clusters for Windows NT Administrator's Guide Addendum". • DCNT Elimination of Client Software Requirement Clients do not need to install cluster client software if they plan to access only sock[...]

14 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide Upgrading from DCNT to MSCS DCNT ’ s Migration Wizard helps customers migrate from DCNT V1.1 to MSCS. The Migration Wizard has two major components: • MIGWIZ/RDC (Read DIGITAL Clusters) - checks to ensure that DCNT is installed, reads the DCNT configuration, and writes that infor[...]

15 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide - Client Support: Windows NT 4.x, 3.51, Windows for Workgroups 3.11, Windows 95 Supported DCNT Hardware DCNT v1.1 SP2 has been qualified in the following configurations using DIGITAL Servers: Note : Before using any of the hardware listed, consult the documentation for your system to[...]

Server Family Cluster Kit Storage Host Bus Adapter Network Controller Min SCU (Intel) Or Min ECU (Alpha) System BIOS (Intel) Or Min ARC Firmware (Alpha) 12xx RA310 RA310 3 or RA3000 2944UW 1 FR-DE500-BA V1.10e V2.06 31xx RA310 RA450 BA356 RA3000 RA310 3 or RA450 3 or BA356 or RA3000 2944W 1 or 2944UW 1 FR-DE500-BA or FR-DE500-AA or FR-DE450-CA V1.1[...]

DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide - 71xx RA310 RA450 RA7000 RA3000 RA310 3 or RA450 3 or RA7000 or RA3000 2944W 1 or 2944UW 1 FR-DE500-BA or FR-DE500-AA or FR-DE450-CA V3.30 V1.00.07 BGO 73xx RA310 RA450 RA7000 RA3000 RA310 3 or RA450 3 or RA7000 or RA3000 KZPSA 2 or 2944UW 1 FR-DE500-BA or FR-DE500-AA or FR-DE450-CA V1[...]

Differences between DCNT and MSCS Here ’ s a quick summary of the differences between DCNT and MSCS so that you can decide which product best meets your customer ’ s needs. Feature DCNT MSCS Cost $995 per server and $1990 per cluster plus the cost of NT 4.0 Standard Edition for each server Upgrade price for customers is $390 Low cost, high avai[...]

19 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide - Oracle failover Yes (7.x) – Workgroup and Enterprise Editions Yes (8.x) Lotus Notes Domino failover Yes - 4.6 Active/Active support through partitioned Domino servers Yes Netscape SuiteSpot Web Server 3.0 failover Yes Yes Microsoft Internet Information Server failover Yes (versio[...]

20 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide ServerWORKS Manager Overview For Compaq customers, server manageability is as important a requirement as system performance and reliability. Customers also need to manage more than servers. They need to manage desktop systems, the network, and mission-critical applications. Most of o[...]

21 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide - Using ServerWORKS Manager with Clusters A cluster provides high availability of services to the network. Typically, a cluster consists of two servers that are similarly configured with resources like applications, databases, and hardware components. When a server on which the resou[...]

22 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide Figure 1-2 Cluster Member Information from the System Browser Window Viewing Information about Cluster Resource Groups 1. Click the System Groups button. 2. Select the Cluster tab of the System Browser. The servers in the cluster are listed in the Cluster Member list. The resource gr[...]

23 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide - sets up an alarm on the server Management agent (svrmgt) by getting information from the cluster agent. The ServerWORKS Manager trap message displays the name of the resource and a message that indicates transition of control from one server to another. • Not Current Controller ?[...]

24 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide Figure 1-5 Add New Component Status Alarm Category Tab 5. From the Alarm Category drop-down list, choose the Cluster Group Status. 6. On the Items to be Monitored list, select the cluster resources on which you are setting the alarms. You can choose from: • All Cluster Groups (all [...]

25 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide - 8. Click the Severity tab and select a severity. 9. Click the Polling tab and set polling parameters. 10. Click the Actions tab and set actions you want to initiate when ServerWORKS receives the trap from the server management agent. You can: • Send an email notice. • Send a pa[...]

26 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide • Storage building blocks (hot-swap disks) • Application software • Windows NT Server, or Windows NT Server/ Enterprise Edition, which contains Microsoft Cluster Server • Base Clustering software Note: DCNT is provided at no additional charge in the RA450 Cluster Kits. Howeve[...]

27 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide - FR-CK356-UP - BA356 Pedestal DIGITAL Server Cluster Kit Original Part Number Qty Description DS-BA356-KH 1 Ultra SCSI differential channel shelf, 2 dual speed blowers FR-PCTAZ-FB 2 Adaptec 2944UW Differential Ultra Wide SCSI controller SWDKT-DD 1 Cluster Enabling Kit (Windows NT Al[...]

28 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide FR-CK356-UR - BA356 Rackmount DIGITAL Server Cluster Kit Original Part Number Qty Description DS-BA356-JF 1 Ultra SCSI differential channel shelf, 2 dual speed blowers Includes: Rack mounting kit for BA350/BA356 shelves in RETMA, two 19in mounting angles (4U)* FR-PCTAZ-FB 2 Adaptec 2[...]

29 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide - Note: HSOF firmware version 5.1 or greater (for the HSZ50 controller or RA450) is required for 9 GB disk support. This firmware is included in the Cluster Kit. The RA450 Cluster Kit also includes DCNT, and only supports Intel-based DIGITAL Servers. However, you can order the follow[...]

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31 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide - FR-CK450-RR- RA450 Rackmount DIGITAL Server Cluster Kit Original Part Number Qty Description SWXRA-W4 1 RAID Array 450 24 SBB Rackmount Storage Subsystem Includes: HSZ50 6 channel controller, tri-link with terminator, 32MB write back cache expandable to 64MB or 128MB, single cache [...]

32 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide RA7000 Cluster Kit Pedestal version: FR-CK700-UP Rackmount version: FR-CK700-UR The RA7000 Cluster Kit supports up to 24 SBBs, and provides dual redundant RAID controllers support, eliminating the RAID controller as a single point of failure. The RA7000 includes the StorageWorks HSZ7[...]

33 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide - FR-CK700-UR – RA7000 Rackmount DIGITAL Server Cluster Kit Original Part Number Qty Description DS-BA370-AA 1 RAID Array 7000 Rackmount enclosure DS-HSZ70-AH 1 Ultra SCSI RAID controller with 64 MB cache DS-HS35X-BC 1 Single Ethernet cache battery in SBB 70-33885-01 1 Rackmount ki[...]

34 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide The RA3000 Cluster Kit supports the RA3000 disk drive shelf (DS-SWXRA-GN). The disk drive shelf contains a UltraSCSI, wide, straight buss device shelf (DS-BA356-JD or equivalent), a second 180 Watt power brick (DS-BA35X-HH), a one half meter UltraSCSI cable (BN37A-0E), plus power cor[...]

35 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide - FR-CK300-UP- RA3000 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kit Part Number Qty Description QB-5TWAE-SA 1 Solutions Software Kit - Windows NT Intel/PCI Includes : StorageWorks Command Console, platform specific software, installation scripts, installation documentation QB-5TWAD-SA 1 Solutions Softw[...]

36 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide RAID Management software and firmware The 450, 7000, and 3000 Cluster Kits also include the StorageWorks Command Console RAID management software, the HSZdisk drivers and the HSOF firmware necessary for the RAID controllers to support clustering . ServerWORKS Manager Each DIGITAL Ser[...]

37 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide - DCNT solution allows for dual active server operation, it is recommended that both servers be capable of handling the combined workloads of the two servers, as would occur during a failover operation. This should be taken into account when determining which servers are clustered to[...]

38 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide Interface Cards (NIC) and cabling. DCNT supports NetBEUI, TCP/IP, and IPX/SPX network protocols. MSCS supports the TCP/IP network protocol. • Storage Options A variety of options are available for the StorageWorks RAID Arrays. For example, the RA450 supports a redundant HSZ50 contr[...]

39 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide - drives, expansion SCSI cable RAID Options The following sections describe RAID Array options. RA450 Options You can order the following options for the RA450: Part Number Description FR-HSZ50-AF RA450/HSZ50 controller for redundant controller operation Includes: RA450 6 channel con[...]

40 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide RA7000 Options You can order the following options for the RA7000: Part Number Description DS-HSZ70-AH Redundant HSZ70 Controller for dual controllers in DS-SWXRA-HC Includes : 64MB cache Requires: DS-HS35X-BC Battery and HSZ70 Solution Software DS-HS35X-BC Single external cache batt[...]

41 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide - RA3000 Options You can order the following options for the RA3000: Part Number Description DS-HSZ22-AA Ava ilable Q3 CY 1998 Redundant HSZ22 Controller for dual controllers in DS-SWXRA-HC Includes : 16MB cache and two 16MB SIMMs for mirror cache, one BN37A-05 5 meter Ultra-SCSI cab[...]

42 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide Ready-to-Go Cluster Components Although there are several Ready-to-Go Cluster configurations available, the following example lists the components of the Ready-to-Go Cluster using the 7305. The DIGITAL Server 7305HA is a H9A10 white cabinet 1.70m high (34U) dual AC-In Power Distribut[...]

43 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide - Ordering Ready-to-Go Clusters You can order the DIGITAL Server 7305HA with either: • Microsoft NT 4.0 and DCNT: C*-NAEKN-1** (No country kit) • Microsoft Enterprise Edition : C*-NBEKN-1** and Country Kit 2*-CK004-AA/AP/AG/AS/AJ Ready-to-Go Clusters Contacts If you have question[...]

44 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide • Windows NT Server Fileshare Creation - This service component includes the formatting and partitioning of one previously-installed 9.0 or less GB disk drive, plus the creation and setup of one fileshare on the local disk, which is physically installed in the server. Then up to fi[...]

45 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide - Internal Web Link: http://www-amcs.shr.dec.com/mkt/Svc_bronze.html External Web Link: http://www.digital.com/services/mcs/mcs_sntbronze.htm • Bronze Software Support for Microsoft Windows NT Bronze Software Support for Microsoft Windows NT makes a positive impact on your customer[...]

46 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide Gold Support for Windows NT provides the highest levels of responsiveness and problem-resolution capabilities, designed specifically for business-critical environments. This service increases responsiveness and expedites problem resolution by routing critical service requests directl[...]

47 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide - • System Management Services for Windows NT A dedicated Program Manager is your customer's single point of contact, and provides the following services: − Coordinates vendor service agreements − Routes troubleshooting calls − Coordinates training, upgrades, and billing[...]

48 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide For the official Microsoft Hardware Compatibility List, go to: http://www.microsoft.com/hwtest Select Cluster in the first entry field; DIGITAL Equipment Corp . in the second entry field. For the latest information on the status of our Microsoft Cluster Server qualification and certi[...]

49 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide - 5100 SMP 2944UW RA7000 FR-DE500-BA DIGITAL Server Cluster Model 5100/RA7000u 5100 SMP N/A RA7000FC Emulex Hub DIGITAL Server Cluster Model 5100/RA7000 Fibre Channel 5200 1 2944UW RA310 FR-DE500-BA DIGITAL Server Cluster Model 5200(1P)/RA310u 5200 SMP 2944UW RA310 FR-DE500-BA DIGITA[...]

50 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide Note : You can use the Product Handbook or ServerMaker to generate a parts list. Although you can mix two different servers of the same architecture (for example, two different Intel-based servers), Compaq recommends that you use two identical servers of the same architecture.[...]

DIGITAL Servers Feature 12xx 31xx 32xx 33xx 51xx 52xx 53xx ECC Memory Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Hot swap bays Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Multi-channel RAID Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Redundant cooling fan Yes Yes Dual power supply Yes Redundant power supply Yes Yes Rackable Yes Yes Yes Yes No No No MSCS support Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes DCNT support Yes [...]

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If you plan to use an existing server, check the following tables to make sure that it is supported. Pair any existing server with a new server capable of handling the workload of both servers. It is recommended that both servers provide the same basic performance capabilities (for example, purchase a second 5100 to pair with an existing 5100). Two[...]

54 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide Alpha-based Servers: Supported with DCNT or MSCS Platform CPU version Alpha BIOS for DCNT 3300 400 5.64 3305 500 5.64 5300 400 5.65 5305 533 5.65 7300 400 5.65 7305 533 5.65 AlphaServers (Universal Platforms) Supported with DCNT Platform CPU version Alpha BIOS 800 333 5.64 400 5.64 5[...]

55 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide - QTY Intel-based DIGITAL Servers QTY Alpha-based DIGITAL Servers DIGITAL Server 1200, 1205, 1210 DIGITAL Server 3300, 3305 DIGITAL Server 3100, 3105 DIGITAL Server 5300, 5305 DIGITAL Server 3200, 3205, 3210, 3220, 3225 DIGITAL Server 7300, 7305, 7310 DIGITAL Server 5100, 5105 DIGITA[...]

56 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide DS-SWXRA-HB RA7000 Pedestal Disk Expansion Cabinet Requires : Expansion Cable Kit (DS-SWXRA-HB) for each Disk Expansion Cabinet DS-BA370-AA RA7000 Rackmount Disk Expansion Cabinet Requires : Expansion Cable Kit (DS-SWXRA-HB) for each Disk Expansion Cabinet DS-SWXRA-GD RA3000 Disk Exp[...]

Part Number Qty of FR-RZ1BB-VW or DS-RZ1BB-VW (2.1GB) 1 Qty of FR-RZ1CB-VW or DS-RZ1CB-VW (4.3GB) 2 Qty of FR-RZ1CD-VW or DS-RZ1CD-VW (4GB at 1000 rpm) Qty of FR-RZ1DB-VW or DS-RZ1DF-VW (9.1GB) Qty of DS-RZ1EF-VA (18.2GB – Fast Narrow) FR-CK356-UP (6 max.) Not supported FR-CK356-UR (6 max.) Not supported FR-CK450-RP (24 max.) FR-CK450-RR (24 max.[...]

Step 5 Order any optional storage options. The following table lists storage options. Storage Options Feature BA356 RA450 RA7000 RA3000 Ultra SCSI- Wide Differential JBOD 6 Fast Narrow Single Ended, SCSI-2 Ultra SCSI Wide Single Ended, 6 channels Fast Narrow Single Ended, SCSI-2 Hard disk size 2, 4, 9GB 2, 4, 9GB 2, 4, 9GB 2, 4, 9GB Hot swappable d[...]

59 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide - FR-SWXBP-SD Shelf power supply for RA450 FR-HS35X-BA Single cache battery FR-HS35X-BB Dual cache battery FR-SWXBF-AA Dual speed fan kit for RA450 FR-SWXBE-AA Environmental Monitor Unit for RA450. RA7000 Options QTY Part Number Description DS-HSZ70-AH Redundant HSZ70 Controller for [...]

60 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide Step 6 Order the operating system and application software, as needed. Deploying a MSCS environment: • Windows NT Server, Enterprise Edition (includes Microsoft Cluster Server) QTY Item 2 Windows NT Server, Enterprise Edition Deploying a DCNT environment: • Windows NT Server 4.0 [...]

61 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide - Step 2 Install Shared Bus Host Adapters Install one Adaptec 2944UW host adapter (controller) in each server. & Refer to your server documentation for specific procedures. Step 3 Install Network Cards Install the network cards for the public and private network needs. & Refe[...]

62 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide Step 10 Install RAID Drivers on Host A Install the HSZDISK.SYS class driver for the RAID Array. & Refer to your StorageWorks RAID Arrays for Windows NT Clusters Installation Guide for specific procedures. Step 11 Install Console Software on Host A Install StorageWorks Command Con[...]

63 DIGITAL Server Cluster Kits for Windows NT Configuration Guide - & Refer to your Microsoft Cluster Server Administrator ’ s Guide for specific procedures. Step 16b Install DIGITAL Clusters for Windows NT § Use the Cluster Checkout Utility on the Quick Launch CD to verify the connections in your cluster. § Turn off the power for the RAID [...]