Configuring the system

After initializing the system, you will use the Storwizemanagement GUI to complete the configuration procedures.

The management GUI requires a supported web browser (see Checking your web browser settings for the management GUI).
To configure a new system, you will log on to the management GUI with the default user name and password (see User name and password for system initialization).

Checking your web browser settings for the management GUI
To access the management GUI, you must ensure that your web browser is supported and has the appropriate settings enabled.
User name and password for system initialization
During the initialization procedure, you need to log in to the initialization GUI for the system.
Initializing the system by using the technician port
To initialize a new system, you must connect a personal computer to the technician port on the rear of a node canister and run the initialization tool.
Configuring a Lenovo Storage V series system to be NEBS-compliant
For operation in Network Equipment-Building System (NEBS) compliant installations, the Lenovo Storage V series system can be configured to extend its operational temperature range to meet NEBS operating temperature requirements.
Adding a SAS expansion enclosure to an existing system
When you add an expansion enclosure to an existing system, you must use the management GUI to update the system configuration.
Adding a control enclosure to an existing Lenovo Storage V5030 system
A Lenovo Storage V5030 system can cluster with another Lenovo Storage V5030 system or with a Lenovo Storage V series system. To add a second control enclosure to an existing Lenovo Storage V5030 system, you must first install it in the rack. Then, you must connect it to the system through a zone in the SAN.

Parent topic: Installing