HP StorageWorks 3000 RAID Array - Manual (Page 21)

Introduction 1-5
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Local Serial Port Connection
The simplest connection to the storage subsystem is a direct cable connection
from the local system that has the storage window installed to one of the
subsystem controller’s serial maintenance ports (Figure 1-2). Because direct
serial connections are only available with a stand-alone Storage window, you
will be not be able to connect locally to a subsystem by means of the
Navigation Tree. Table 1-3 lists an overview of the steps that you need to
complete:
Table 1-3
How to Set Up SWCC for a Serial Connection
Step Procedure
1 Install the Client software. See Chapter 2 “ Installing and Setting Up the
Command Console Client ” .
2 Set up a serial connection. See Figure 1-2.
3 Create a virtual disk by using a serial connection. See Chapter 2 “ Installing and
Setting Up the Command Console Client ” .
4 For more information, see “ Establishing a Serial Connection Single Controller”
and Establishing a Serial Connection, Dual Controller” in Chapter 2.