Installer Notes

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Overview

An automated installer tool (Deployment Wizard) assists and guides administrators through the process of configuring and deploying SANsymphony servers in a variety of environments, including:

  • Single self-guided installation of a DataCore Server.
  • Basic installation of a pair of highly available DataCore Servers.
  • Clustered environment solutions such as:
    • Clustered NAS/SAN solutions.
    • Clustered virtual machines solution using the Windows Hyper-V.
  • Upgrades to existing DataCore SANsymphony installations.
  • DataCore VASA Provider installation and registration in VMware vCenter.
  • DataCore Windows Integration Kit on application hosts.

The DataCore Windows Integration Kit is a separate software package and must be downloaded to the server running the installation wizard before selecting this template.

Deployment Wizard Notes

  • A minimum screen resolution of SXGA (1280x1024) is required.
  • System requirements are not validated when selecting the upgrade template.
  • The wizard verifies that the selected servers meet necessary software, hardware, and OS requirements for new installations only.
  • To bypass the installation wizard and upgrade manually, exit the wizard by clicking the Exit button, and double-click the DataCore SANsymphony executable in the installation folder previously designated. See the Manually Upgrading DataCore Servers instructions for more information.

Connectivity and Access Requirements

  • All participating servers must connect to each other using Network Interface Cards (NICs) with valid IPv4 addresses.
  • Firewalls must be disabled temporarily to allow communication between servers during deployment.
    • Firewalls can be re-enabled after successful completion of the deployment.
  • If a server lacks Internet access, installation may be significantly delayed.
    • To mitigate this:
      1. Open Internet Explorer.
      2. Go to Tools > Options.
      3. On the Advanced tab, scroll to the Security section.
      4. Clear the Check for Publisher’s Certificate Revocation checkbox.
      5. Click OK. This change takes effect immediately without needing to cancel the installation.

Cluster and Account Considerations

  • Servers must be part of the same domain or workgroup.
  • Use a local administrator account to:
    • Deploy a single SANsymphony server
    • Deploy a high-availability pair
    • Deploy a virtualized SANsymphony server
  • Use a domain administrator account when configuring clustered solutions.
  • If the wizard is exited before completing:
    • It will offer to resume from the last completed step upon restart.
    • If the server is rebooted during installation or upgrade, the wizard will automatically resume.

Error Handling and Recovery

  • Warnings and errors encountered during the wizard run are recorded in:
    • A log.txt file located in the Deployment Wizard installation folder
    • Windows Event Viewer > Windows Logs > Application Logs
  • If a step raises a warning, the wizard may allow continuation.
    • Ensure that a valid configuration is being created.
  • If a step results in an error, the wizard will not proceed.
    • Correct the issue and resume the wizard.

After Completing Installation

  • Launch the DataCore Management Console and connect to the server group.
  • Refer to the Welcome page for instructions on using DataCore SANsymphony.
  • Activate permanent licenses as required.

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