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How to initialize a MetroCluster IP for an active-passive setup?

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Applies to

  • MetroCluster IP
  • 2 fully populated shelves per site
  • Platforms support:
    • AFF
      • AFF A150
      • AFF A220
      • AFF A250
      • AFF A20
      • AFF A30
      • AFF C250
      • AFF C30
      • FAS500f
    • ASA
      • ASA A150
      • ASA A250
      • ASA C250

Description

How to initialize a MetroCluster IP for an active-passive setup?

NOTE: This is not a replacement for the install and configuration guide but only additional steps for the initialization.

The desired configuration in this case : 4 disks is the minimum for the passive node

 

 

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