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About This Guide

This guide shows how to set up your first Xsan volumes
on a storage area network.

Use the instructions in this guide to plan and set up shared volumes of storage on a
storage area network (SAN).

Using this Guide

For an overview of Xsan and storage area networks, read Chapter 1.

To review hardware, software, and network requirements, and to see tips for planning
your SAN volumes, read Chapter 2.

For step-by-step instructions for setting up a SAN volume, read Chapter 3.

If you want to use Macintosh Xsan clients or controllers together with existing ADIC
StorNext File System clients or controllers, see the appendix.

For More Information

The

Xsan Administrator’s Guide

contains additional information about managing Xsan

volumes, including problem-solving tips and command-line alternatives for common
tasks. You can find the administrator’s guide:

On the Xsan installer disc

In the folder /Library/Documentation/Xsan on any computer where Xsan is installed

At www.apple.com/server/documentation

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