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SRM: Enable an IBM XIV array

The article contains information on enabling the IBM XIV array so that it can be monitored by SRM.

First published date

11/8/2018 1:26 PM

Last published date

6/18/2019 3:12 PM

Overview

The article contains information on enabling the IBM XIV array so that it can be monitored by SRM.  It should be used in conjunction with the Add your storage array for monitoring with SRM topic in the Success Center documentation or online help.

IBM XIV array communicates with SRM using an onboard SMI-S provider.

For more information, please consult the documentation supplied with your array, or visit the IBM support site  (© 2019 IBM, available at https://www.ibm.com/ obtained on June 19, 2019).

Product section

Storage Resource Monitor

Resolution

Credentials required to add the array  

Ensure you have the following:

  • IP address or hostname for the array
  • Provider user name.
  • Provider password.
  • Protocol. The default is HTTPS.
  • HTTPS Port. The default is 5989.
  • HTTP Port. The default is 5988.
  • Interop Namespace. The default is /interop.
  • Array Namespace. The default is /root/ibm.

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