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Configuration of new MetroCluster systems

New MetroCluster components are preconfigured and MetroCluster settings are enabled in the software. In most cases, you will not need to perform the detailed procedures provided in this guide.

Hardware racking and cabling

Depending on the configuration you ordered, you might need to rack the systems and complete the cabling.

Configuring the MetroCluster hardware components in systems with native disk shelves

FC switch and FC-to-SAS bridge configuration

FC-to-SAS bridges received with the new MetroCluster configuration will be configured and will not require additional configuration unless you want to change the names and IP addresses.

In most cases, FC switch fabrics received with the new MetroCluster configuration are preconfigured for two ISLs. If you are using three or four ISLs, you must manually configure the switches.

Configuring the FC switches

MetroCluster configuration in Data ONTAP

Nodes and clusters received with the new MetroCluster configuration are configured and the MetroCluster is enabled.

Configuring the FC switches