HP StorageWorks X1000/X3000 Network Storage Systems

Overview The HP StorageWorks X1000/X3000 Network Storage Systems (NSS), referred to as Storage Servers, offer unified storage features that are easy to install, manage, and configure. Built on industry-standard hardware and based on Microsoft Windows Storage Server 2008, the NSS products are powerful storage solutions that support the entire Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) process for data hosted on these servers. This document identifies various tools and resources offered by HP and Microsoft to manage these environments. Setup, configuration and updates Quick Restore (QR) DVD The HP Storage Server comes preinstalled with Microsoft Windows Storage Server 2008 x64 Edition Operating System, which includes Microsoft iSCSI Target and either HP Automated Storage Manager on X1000 Storage Servers or Microsoft Cluster Service license on X3000 Storage Servers. In the event of an irrecoverable crash, use the QR DVD to restore the Storage Server. The DVD is also available online at (http://software.hp.com/portal/swdepot/displayProductsList.do?category=NAS). Initial Configuration Wizard The HP Initial Configuration Wizard provides a quick and easy way of configuring the HP Storage Server by setting up basic system configuration parameters like Date, Time, Network, and Computer Name. Download Full Whitepaper: HP Storage Works X1000/X3000 Network Storage Systems