An Overview To Installing The Cluster; Introduction; Why Use This Guide; Who Needs This Information - HP LC2000r - NetServer - 128 MB RAM Configuration Manual

An Overview to Installing the Cluster

Introduction

A HP NetServer LXr Pro cluster provides a reliable rack-mounted, increased availability solution for critical
applications. The basic cluster consists of two HP NetServer LXr Pro systems coupled to HP Rack Storage/8
units. In the HP NetServer LXr Pro cluster, the operating system files, application files, and other files local to
each node are stored using fixed or hot swap disks. Disks are located internally in the system. Both HP
NetServers share external drives located in the HP Rack Storage/8 unit(s). The drives that are shared between
the two systems are accessed using a HP NetRAID Adapter located in each HP NetServer LXr Pro unit. Both
HP NetServers run Microsoft Windows NT Server, Enterprise Edition, which includes Microsoft Cluster Server
software.

Why Use This Guide?

Use this guide as a reference during setup and installation of the HP NetServer Microsoft Cluster Server. You
will need this guide as you setup the HP NetServer LXr Pros, setup, assemble and cable the cluster in a rack,
and install server and cluster software. This document does not replace existing documentation for setup and
installation; rather it supplements the existing documentation.

Who Needs This Information?

The guide is for the person who installs, administers, and troubleshoots the Microsoft Cluster Server. Hewlett-
Packard Company assumes you are qualified in the servicing of computer equipment and trained in recognizing
hazards in products with hazardous energy levels.
NOTE
Hewlett-Packard does not support nor recommend the installation of clustered HP
NetServer systems using Microsoft Cluster Server software unless installed by a
Microsoft or HP Cluster Certified Installer.
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