HP VMA-series Memory Arrays - Manual (Page 107)

AM456-9026A HP VMA SAN Gateway User’s Guide 107
Syntax Description
Optimizing Connectivity to Storage Arrays for Windows
Depending on the Windows operating system, client machines using vSHARE should use the
Microsoft® Multipath I/O (MPIO) driver for optimal storage array connectivity.
Note: Install the appropriate driver for your operating system.
Windows Server 2008 R2 and Above
Install the Microsoft MPIO driver. MPIO is not installed by default. Use the following link for
installation instructions.
Installing and Configuring MPIO for Windows Server 2008 R2:
http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/ee619752(WS.10).aspx
In HA configurations, you must ensure a proper MPIO operation when a SAN Gateway failure
occurs.
To ensure a proper MPIO operation, complete the following steps:
1. Install SP1 on Windows Server 2008 R2.
2. Install HotFix KB2522766 (from the Microsoft Support site).
3. Install HotFix KB2460971 (from the Microsoft Support site).
lun_name The lun_name could be wildcard specified, such as
FINANCE*
container
name
lunid Designates the LUN ID assigned to an exported LUN.
By default, LUN IDs are automatically assigned by
vSHARE. User-defined LUN IDs may be specified to
track specific LUNs.
igroup The name of the igroup.
If no igroup or initiator is specified, all initiators will
have access to the LUN.
initiator The WWN (Fibre Channel) name of the initiator.
port The port is the Fibre Channel wwn ID.