unisys ClearPath Enterprise Servers Virtual Machine for ClearPath MCP Installation Guide Virtual Machine for ClearPath MCP Version 10.

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1 unisys ClearPath Enterprise Servers Virtual Machine for ClearPath MCP Installation Guide Virtual Machine for ClearPath MCP Version 10.0, SP2 September

2 NO WARRANTIES OF ANY NATURE ARE EXTENDED BY THIS DOCUMENT. Any product or related information described herein is only furnished pursuant and subject to the terms and conditions of a duly executed agreement to purchase or lease equipment or to license software. The only warranties made by Unisys, if any, with respect to the products described in this document are set forth in such agreement. Unisys cannot accept any financial or other responsibility that may be the result of your use of the information in this document or software material, including direct, special, or consequential damages. You should be very careful to ensure that the use of this information and/or software material complies with the laws, rules, and regulations of the jurisdictions with respect to which it is used. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. Revisions may be issued to advise of such changes and/or additions. Notice to U.S. Government End Users: This is commercial computer software or hardware documentation developed at private expense. Use, reproduction, or disclosure by the Government is subject to the terms of Unisys standard commercial license for the products, and where applicable, the restricted/limited rights provisions of the contract data rights clauses. Unisys and ClearPath are registered trademarks of Unisys Corporation in the United States and other countries. All other brands and products referenced in this document are acknowledged to be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

3 Contents Section 1. Introduction Documentation Updates Audience What s New? Conventions Prerequisites Section 2. Overview System Overview System Features System Architecture ClearPath Server Installation Policy Installation Guidelines Prerequisites for Installation Site-Specific Information Media and Books Platform Documents and Media ClearPath Enterprise Server Documents and Media Virtual Machine for ClearPath MCP and MCP Quick Install Media MCP Release Software Software Tools and Diagnostics Section 3. Setting Up the Server Mechanical Setup What To Do About Damaged, Missing, or Incorrect Parts Software Setup Required Media Setting Up BIOS Configuring the Dell Remote Access Controller Installing the Windows Operating System Configuring the Windows Operating System Installing the Virtual Machine for ClearPath MCP Software Installing Network Services Software Enabling NetBIOS Over TCP/IP Configuring the Operating System for Accessing MCP Shares iii

4 Contents Creating the MCP Logical Disk Using the MCP Quick Install DVD Connecting the TCP/IP Network Drive Connecting to the External Public LAN Configuring the Optional Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Configuring Fibre Channel and SCSI Connections Section 4. Configuring External Storage Subsystems Overview Host Bus Adapter Configuration Fibre Channel HBA SCSI HBA Tape Subsystems Installing and Removing the VMMCPDevices Class Driver AcDevice.sys Powering Off a Tape Subsystem Disk Subsystems MCP Disk Formats Disk Caching Multipath I/O for Disks MCP Control Groups Windows Native MPIO EMC PowerPath Lowest SCSI Address Implementation for PowerPath and MPIO Additional Considerations Large Configuration Considerations Recovery after Losing All Paths Considerations Configuring Multipath VSS Disks CLARiiON Storage Systems Symmetrix Storage Systems Section 5. Completing Software Reinstallation Overview Complete Reinstallation of the Software Partial Reinstallation of the Software Required Media Before You Begin Preparing a Replacement Drive for the Operating System Load Reinstalling the Software Finalizing the Reinstallation Section 6. Backing Up the Server Backing Up Data in the Windows Environment iv

5 Contents Section 7. Troubleshooting Information General Hardware Installation Problems System Startup Problems Network Services Software Setup Program Does Not Complete Console for MCP Initialization Problems TCP/IP Drive Connection Problems The Ping Fails and NP210 Is Not Present The Ping Fails and NP210 Is Active and Communicating Index v

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7 Figures 3 1. USB Image Enabler Device CLARiiON Direct Connect using PowerPath CLARiiON SAN Attach using PowerPath CLARiiON Direct Connect using Control Groups CLARiiON SAN Attach using Control Groups CLARiiON using Two Groups with MCP Mirroring Symmetrix Direct Connect using PowerPath or Control Groups Symmetrix SAN Attach using PowerPath Symmetrix SAN Attach using Control Groups vii

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9 Tables 3 1. BIOS Settings for the Libra 450 Platform ix

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11 Section 1 Introduction This document is the primary source of information for the setup and configuration of the Virtual Machine for ClearPath MCP enterprise server. Documentation Updates Audience This document contains all the information that was available at the time of publication. Changes identified after release of this document are included in the problem list entry (PLE) To obtain a copy of the PLE, contact your Unisys representative or access the current PLE from the Unisys Product Support Web site: Note: If you are not logged into the Product Support site, you will be asked to do so. This document is directed to Unisys service representatives and to customers. What s New? New or Revised Information Location Updated procedures to account for VM SP2 software. Section 3: Setting Up BIOS Changing the Video Adapter Installing Virtual Machine for ClearPath MCP Software Configuring and Halt/Loading MCP Configuring the Optional Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Added new procedures. Section 3: Configuring the Dell Remote Access Controller

12 Introduction Conventions This document is applicable to the Libra Model 450 and FS1750 platforms. The Libra Model 450 server is a general-purpose server. The FS1750 server has been custom designed for the financial services line of business. These servers share the same underlying physical architecture; however, they are separate and distinct servers. Each has unique software features that enable different hardware capabilities and configurability. Throughout this document, the term ClearPath enterprise server or server refers to these platforms. Note: The term 64-bit used throughout this document refers to the underlying processor type and the operating system. Specifically, the term refers to the 64-bit extended addressing capabilities offered by Intel EM64T processors, along with the x64 versions of the Microsoft Windows operating systems. In the context of this document, it does not refer to execution on the Intel Itanium processor family (IPF). Currently, no Itanium processor platform is supported for execution of VMMCP. Prerequisites To use this guide, you should be familiar with the following: The Windows graphical user interface (GUI) used by the Console for MCP The MCP ODT window The MARC screen environment and CANDE CMP hardware concepts

13 Section 2 Overview The server is a high-performance enterprise server using virtual system architecture that allows the Windows and MCP environments to communicate without an external LAN. The server offers new levels of performance and scalability with one or two quad-core Intel Xeon DP microprocessors, system memory size of 24 GB for one quad-core configuration and 48 GB for two quad-core configuration, as well as hotpluggable hard drives, expansion slots, power supplies, and system fans. System Overview The system is comprised of the following features and architecture. System Features The server offers a completely integrated tower or rack-mounted configuration. The server includes the following: One or two quad-core Intel Xeon CPU X GHz microprocessors Support for symmetric multiprocessing (SMP) 24 GB of system memory for single socket and 48 GB for dual socket Support for up to sixteen 2.5-inch, internal, hot-pluggable serial-attached SCSI (SAS) hard drives Available as a rackmount system or a tower system Two hot-pluggable, 1100-watt power supplies Redundant, hot-pluggable system cooling fans An intrusion switch that signals the appropriate systems management software if the top cover is opened Six PCIe Gen 2 card slots: One PCIe x4 Connector x4 Link Slot 1 One PCIe x16 Connector x8 Link Slot 2 Four PCIe x8 Connector x4 Link Slot 3, 4, 5, 6 An integrated Matrox G200 video subsystem with 128 MB DDR2 memory shared with idr An integrated, serial-attached SCSI RAID controller for internal SAS disk drives

14 Overview An optional remote access card that provides remote management functions Two dual port integrated 10/100/1000-Mbps (megabits per second) network interface cards (NICs), which provide an Ethernet interface Embedded systems management circuitry that monitors the operation of the system fans as well as critical system voltages and temperatures Back-panel connectors, including video, four universal serial bus (USB) ports, two dual-port NIC connectors, and an optional remote access connector Front-panel connectors, including two additional USB ports and one video port This section is the starting point for the installation process, including the following: ClearPath enterprise server installation policy Prerequisites for installation Software tools and diagnostics Overview of the system System Architecture Windows A virtual machine is one on which an MCP environment functions entirely within the system memory under the control of the Windows operating system. MCP operates within its own area in memory, and no hardware coprocessor devices compete for system resources. A major advantage of virtual architecture is that it is nearly platform independent. The server consists of three tightly linked software environments: Windows Virtual Machine for ClearPath MCP MCP The Virtual Machine for ClearPath MCP and the MCP environments require a functional Windows environment. Windows manages the disk subsystem, printing, and network interface to the user LAN. For the Libra Model 450 and FS1750 systems, the supported operating system is Windows Server 2008 R2 Enterprise x64 with SP1. Virtual Machine for ClearPath MCP The Virtual Machine for ClearPath MCP is a series of applications running within the Windows operating system. These applications provide support for the virtual processor, memory, and input/output module (IOM) components. The user interface main menu includes system operator and control functions that regulate the MCP environment. For example, the Console for MCP configures, loads, and initializes the MCP. The main menu window includes the System Editor that builds the PCD. The

15 Overview System Editor has an Auto Build feature that builds a PCD based on the installed system resources. MCP The MCP environment supports the MCP operating system as well as server and applications software. The Virtual Machine for ClearPath MCP uses the delta MCP and resource management module (RMM) I/O, which are completely compatible with the architecture of large systems. ClearPath Server Installation Policy WARNING This system cannot be installed by a customer. The server must be installed and configured by a qualified Unisys service representative or by a licensed third-party installer. Serious injury can result from improper installation techniques. Note: Configuring the external network connection, including the setup of the Shared Adapters feature as a gateway from the MCP to the public LAN, is the responsibility of the customer. Separately sold services are available to assist customers through Unisys Global Infrastructure Services (GIS). Customers are strongly advised to use these services. The server installation process includes the following tasks: Prearrival site preparation (customer) This is a customer responsibility. The customer uses the site planning materials to provide adequate space for the server cabinet and the console, and to provide adequate air conditioning and a reliable electrical power source. Unisys representatives can assist the customer with information regarding power sources or environmental considerations. System setup and configuration (Unisys service representative and customer) The customer must be present and agree to the terms of the Microsoft software licensing agreement. The Unisys service representative cannot assume this responsibility. Mechanical and software setup is the responsibility of the Unisys service representative or a licensed third-party installer. A successful installation includes unpacking, setup, configuration, and testing the system. Unauthorized persons attempting to install the system can cause serious software problems requiring extensive remedial work. Arrival quality reporting (Unisys service representative) It is important that the Unisys service representative describe any installation problems to the factory using the appropriate forms. The feedback received from

16 Overview system installers is used to improve the arrival quality of the system. Every effort is extended to use this information to make improvements. Reinstalling the system software (customer or purchased services) Occasions arise when it is necessary to reinstall certain system software components. In some cases the need results from a failure to follow installation instructions. The need might also be the result of a hardware failure or a site power problem. Because the software environment of the system is complicated, detailed instructions for reinstalling software are included in this document. To determine whether you must reinstall the system software components, refer to Section 5, Completing Software Reinstallation. You might also need to refer to other documents to install networking software. Installation Guidelines Observe the following legal and contractual guidelines when installing the server: The customer cannot install the server. The server must be installed and configured by a Unisys service representative or by a licensed third-party installer. Unisys has a contractual agreement with Microsoft Corporation. Unisys and its representatives must require the customer to be present and to agree to the licensing terms for Windows. The Unisys service representative cannot assume this responsibility. Prerequisites for Installation A number of items are needed to initially install and configure the system (which must done by the Unisys service representative) or to reinstall the software (which may be done by the customer). Some system components are already installed or set up by the factory. In this case, the materials needed are minimal. Review the following information before beginning the installation process. Site-Specific Information If the server is to be attached to an existing network, the service representative works with the site administrator to resolve configuration questions. The following are needed: IP addresses for the host system on the customer LAN Host names of existing Unisys host systems that are visible using BNA Media and Books The server is composed of several environments with unique features. The delivery methods for software and documents differ, even within the environments. The following list helps you to understand the materials that are delivered with the system

17 Overview Platform Documents and Media The following platform documents and media are required: Getting Started with Your System Systems Management Tools and Documentation DVD, which includes the following: Dell Systems Build and Update Utility Dell OpenManage Server Administrator Dell OpenManage IT Assistant Dell Remote Access Controller BMC Management Utility Dell-optimized Drivers Dell Online Diagnostics Documentation Windows Server 2008 R2 Enterprise x64 with Service Pack 1 (SP1) operating system Resource Disc Windows System Resource Manager CD-ROM Operating system Setup and Installation Guide Rack Installation Guide Operating system Getting Started ClearPath Enterprise Server Documents and Media The following ClearPath Enterprise Server documents and media are required: Libra Model 450 or FS1750 Quick Start Installation Guide Libra Model 450 or FS1750 Product Documentation Download the product documentation from: Virtual Machine for ClearPath MCP and MCP Quick Install Media The following Virtual Machine for ClearPath MCP and MCP Quick Install media are required: Virtual Machine for ClearPath MCP Software CD-ROM ClearPath Enterprise Server Virtual Machine for ClearPath MCP Quick Install DVD

18 Overview MCP Release Software The following MCP software is required: ClearPath MCP Release Software CD-ROM Interim Corrections (ICs) are available at: Keys media Supplemental Software Release Core ClearPath MCP document set Software Tools and Diagnostics The following tools are provided as part of the normal system environment and may be used by the customer or the Unisys service representative to help diagnose problems. Utility Partition System Utilities Use the Utility Partition System Utilities to run diagnostic tests on the server processors, memory, PCI adapters, and other internal peripheral devices of the server. During the start-up sequence, press the F10 key to enter Utility Partition System Utilities and follow the steps on the screen. System Editor Use the System Editor to view, create, and edit peripheral configuration diagram (PCD) files. A PCD file describes the data path to all I/O devices. Whenever a new I/O control or unit is added to the system configuration, declare it in the PCD file. Add the devices and generate a new PCD. Refer to the Virtual Machine for ClearPath MCP Administrative Console Help. Windows Event Log Viewer Use the event log viewer to diagnose system events when a service fails to initialize or an environmental problem arises

19 Section 3 Setting Up the Server This section tells the Unisys service representative how to set up and configure the server when it arrives at the customer site. There are two main phases of system installation: mechanical setup and software setup. Note: A Unisys Service Representative must perform the initial mechanical and software setup for the system. Mechanical Setup Refer to additional documentation contained on the server platform DVD-ROMs for installing mechanical and hardware components of the server. WARNING This system cannot be installed by the customer. The server must be installed by a qualified Unisys service representative or a licensed thirdparty installer. Serious injury can result from improper installation techniques. What To Do About Damaged, Missing, or Incorrect Parts If installation problems occur because of damaged, missing, or incorrect parts, contact the Customer Response organization or the appropriate representative for your location. If you have been instructed to use the Customer Response Hotline, the number is Information about Customer Response, policy statements, and the required forms are available at the Unisys Product Support Web site: Support organizations in various locations use different methods to resolve installation problems. Some organizations have a factory representative available for correction of problems. Before installing the system, you should be aware of the policy for your location. When resolving installation problems, you need the following information:

20 Setting Up the Server Site and Order Data Original order number Marketing branch organization number Customer name Shipping address Unisys Service Representative Data Requester name Life number Problem Data Requester phone number Unisys service representative assignment number Branch organization number Style number and part number Quantity system style System serial number Damaged Parts If any parts are damaged, do not attempt to operate the system. Contact the appropriate organization. Operating the system with damaged parts can cause additional equipment damage or erratic system performance. Do not substitute parts that are not provided by Unisys. Missing or Extra Parts Wrong Parts If your order was not correctly assembled, or if required parts were not sent, contact the Unisys Product Support organization before attempting to install the system. They can tell you whether to attempt the installation. If extra parts were shipped to the site, follow the procedure used in your location. If the wrong parts were sent to you, do not attempt to install them in the system. Installing nonqualified parts can cause system performance problems and could cause damage to the system. If you have any question about the use of a specific part on your system, call the Unisys Product Support organization. Software Setup This topic provides instructions for a normal software setup by the Unisys service representative only. The system cannot be installed by the customer. If you have problems during software setup, refer to the Troubleshooting Information section in this guide

21 Setting Up the Server Software setup includes the following tasks: Setting up BIOS Installing the Windows operating system Configuring the Windows operating system Installing Virtual Machine for ClearPath MCP software Installing Network Services software Enabling NetBIOS over TCP/IP Configuring the operating system for accessing MCP shares Creating the MCP logical disk using the MCP Quick Install DVD Connecting the TCP/IP network drive Connecting to the external public LAN Configuring the optional uninterruptible power supply (UPS) Configuring Fibre Channel and SCSI connections Required Media Be sure you have the following items and media before you begin: Virtual Machine for ClearPath MCP Software CD-ROM Network Services Installation CD-ROM ClearPath Enterprise Server Virtual Machine for ClearPath MCP Quick Install DVD Interim Corrections (ICs) are available at: Libra Model 450 or FS1750 Product Documentation Download the product documentation from: ClearPath MCP Product Documentation Download the product documentation from: Libra 450 Server or FS1750 Server Quick Start Installation Guide Operating system Setup and Installation Guide Customer-supplied virus protection software Windows Server 2008 R2 Enterprise x64 with SP1 DVD Dell Systems Management Tools and Documentation DVD, version 6.1 or later OEM BIOS, version or later

22 Setting Up the Server Setting Up BIOS Caution Take the following precautions before performing this procedure: Disconnect all cables attached to external peripheral devices. Disconnect all network cables. Ensure that the Image Enabler device is not attached. Failure to follow these precautions can result in a non-operational system or destruction of certain data files. To properly set up BIOS, perform the following steps: 1. Ensure that the keyboard, mouse, and monitor are connected to your system and then power on the server. 2. Verify that the BIOS splash screen displays the Unisys logo. Note: In the BIOS settings, ensure that the Logical Processor and Virtual CD-ROM settings are disabled. If the Unisys logo does not appear, perform the following steps: a. Insert the OEM ready ES3000 ES3560T G1 BIOS media in the drive (USB thumb drive or CD-ROM). b. Reboot the server. The BIOS flash update utility automatically starts and the Flash BIOS Update Program appears. c. Follow the on-screen instructions. The Flash BIOS Update Program completes. d. Press any key to reboot the server. The server powers off for a few seconds and then restarts. e. During the boot process, press F2 when prompted to open the BIOS menu. The BIOS menu appears. f. Ensure that the server BIOS options are set to the recommended values listed in Table 3 1. The settings correspond to BIOS version or later. Table 3 1. BIOS Settings for the Libra 450 Platform Category Setting Description ClearPath Setting Memory System Memory Test Disabled Note: This option is a user preference

23 Setting Up the Server Table 3 1. BIOS Settings for the Libra 450 Platform Category Setting Description ClearPath Setting Memory Operating Mode Optimizer Mode Node Interleaving Enabled Processor Logical Processor (threading) Disabled Note: This option can be enabled only on servers with two sockets and 48 GB of physical memory. Virtualization Technology Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch Hardware Prefetcher Execute Disable Number of Cores per Processor Turbo Mode C1E Processor C States Disabled Enabled Enabled Enabled All Disabled Disabled Disable SATA Settings Embedded SATA ATA Mode Port A Auto Port B Off Boot Settings Boot Mode BIOS Boot Sequence 1. SATA Optical Drive 2. Hard Disk C Integrated Devices Integrated RAID Controller Enabled User Accessible USB Ports Internal USB Port Embedded NIC1 and NIC2 Embedded Gb NIC1 Embedded Gb NIC2 Embedded NIC3 and NIC4 Embedded Gb NIC3 Embedded Gb NIC4 OS Watchdog Timer I/OAT DMA Engine SR-IOV Global Enable All On Enabled Enabled with PXE Enabled Enabled Enabled Enabled Disabled Disabled Disable

24 Setting Up the Server Table 3 1. BIOS Settings for the Libra 450 Platform Category Setting Description ClearPath Setting Power Management CPU Power and Performance Management Fans Power and Performance Management Memory Power and Performance System Security Power Button Enabled NMI Button AC Power Recovery AC Power Recovery Delay Maximum Performance Maximum Performance Maximum Performance Note: This option is a user preference. It is recommended if the user is required to initiate an NMI dump. Last Immediately g. Press ESC. h. Select Save Changes and Exit and press Enter. i. Remove the BIOS media. The BIOS splash screen displays the Unisys logo. Configuring the Dell Remote Access Controller If a Dell Remote Access Controller (idrac6) Enterprise card is installed on the server, perform the following steps to configure the card: 1. Connect a LAN cable from the idrac6 Enterprise card port on the back of the server to the network. 2. Reboot the system. A Remote Access Setup message appears. 3. Press CTRL + E. The idrac6 Configuration Utility appears. 4. Select LAN User Configuration and press Enter. 5. Set the proper IPv4 address, subnet, and Default Gateway for your system. 6. Press Enter. 7. From the idrac6 Configuration Utility screen, select LAN Parameters and press Enter. 8. Set a user account and password and press Enter

25 Setting Up the Server Note: The Libra 450 and FS1750 Servers with idrac6 have a default IP address of , a default username of root, and a default password of calvin. 9. Press ESC. 10. Select Save Changes and Exit to exit the utility. Installing the Windows Operating System Perform the following steps to install the Windows operating system on your server: 1. Insert the Dell Systems Management Tools and Documentation DVD (version 6.4 or later) in the DVD drive. 2. Select Dell Systems Build and Update Utility in the initial screen. Note: If you do not select an option within 10 seconds, the system boots automatically through the DVD and executes the Dell Systems Build and Update Utility. 3. Click Configure for Server OS Installation in the right pane. If the screen becomes blank, move the mouse to view the screen. 4. Type the correct information for your site in the Set Date and Time screen and click Continue. The Select an Operating System to Install screen appears. 5. Select the Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 option and click Continue. The Select RAID Configuration screen appears. If the RAID is preconfigured, the Select RAID Configuration screen displays the existing RAID configuration and points the boot virtual disk to the first disk array. 6. Select the Retain RAID Configuration existing on the system option and click Continue. The Operating System Installation Summary screen appears. 7. Select the Eject CD/DVD Automatically option and click Apply Now. The system completes the remaining steps in the System Build and Update Utility, ejects the DVD, and reboots the server. 8. Remove the Dell Systems Management Tools and Documentation media from the DVD drive. Note: If the option to eject the CD/DVD automatically is set, the DVD drive ejects the media and the server reboots. When the server reboots, the DVD drive closes. If the media is still in the DVD drive when it closes, the Dell Systems Build and Update Utility restarts again. After the server reboots, a message appears prompting you to insert the Windows 2008 DVD in the DVD drive. 9. Insert the Windows Server 2008 R2 Enterprise with SP1 DVD and click OK. A message appears indicating that a valid operating system media is found

26 Setting Up the Server 10. Click OK to start the installation. 11. Click OK to accept the message describing the consequences if the installation fails. The Install Windows screen appears. 12. Enter the preferred language and other preferences and click Next. 13. Click Install Now. 14. Type the product key from the product key sticker and click Next. 15. Select Windows Server 2008 Enterprise (Full Installation) and click Next. The Please read the license terms screen appears. 16. Ensure that the customer reads the license terms and selects I accept the license terms. Note: This step is a customer responsibility. Do not accept the license terms on behalf of the customer. Refer to the local policy for more information. 17. Click Next. The Which type of installation do you want? screen appears. 18. Select Custom (advanced). The Where do you want to install Windows? screen appears. 19. Select the proper disk for the installation and click Next. The default selection for disk location is the setting selected by the factory and must be a minimum of 200 GB. The progress of the installation is displayed. The system reboots at the end of the process. 20. Remove the Windows Server 2008 DVD from the DVD drive and click OK to accept the message prompting you to change the password before logging in the first time. 21. Perform the following actions: a. Type the new administrator password in the New password box. b. Type the new administrator password in the Confirm password box. c. Click the right arrow and then click OK to accept the password change. 22. Insert a network cable in one of the available Ethernet ports. The Set Network Location screen appears. 23. Select Work for the location and click Close when the Successfully set network settings message appears. The Initial Configuration Tasks screen appears. 24. Select Download and install updates. The Windows Update screen appears

27 Setting Up the Server 25. Select Change settings in the upper-left corner of the screen. The Change settings screen appears. 26. Select Never check for updates (not recommended) and click OK. The Windows Update screen appears. 27. Select Check for updates in the upper-left corner of the screen and click Install Now to allow the Windows update software to properly install any software required. The important updates are now available for installation. Note: Install only the updates recommended by Microsoft for Windows update and security. Do not install any optional updates that load drivers for tape devices. Click Install Updates, select I accept the license terms, and then click Finish. When The updates were successfully installed message appears, click Restart now in the Windows Update screen. 28. Log in with the administrator account credentials. 29. Select Do not show this window at logon in the lower-left corner of the screen and click Close to close the Initial Configuration Tasks screen. Install the customer-supplied recommended virus protection software on this partition at this time. All partitions must be fortified with virus protection software before the system can be connected to a public or operations LAN. Configuring the Windows Operating System To configure the Windows operating system for use with the Virtual Machine for ClearPath MCP software, perform these procedures. Note: The instructions are based on the standard Start menu setting. If you changed the view to the Classic Start menu setting, adjust the instructions accordingly. Changing the Video Adapter Driver Perform the following steps to change the video adapter driver: 1. On the Start menu, right-click Computer and click Manage. The Server Manager window appears. 2. Expand Diagnostics in the left pane and select Device Manager. 3. Expand Display adapters in the right pane. 4. Right-click Matrox adapter and click Update Driver Software... The Update Driver Software screen appears. 5. Select the Browse my computer for driver software option. 6. Select Let me pick from a list of device drivers on my computer

28 Setting Up the Server 7. Select Standard VGA Graphics Adapter and click Next. A message appears confirming that Windows has successfully updated the driver software. 8. Click Close to close the Update Driver Software screen. 9. Click No when you are prompted to restart the system. 10. Under Device Manager, expand Monitors. Ensure that the monitor device is set to Generic Non-PnP Monitor. If the monitor device is not set to Generic Non-PnP Monitor, perform the following steps to update the device driver: a. Under Monitors, right-click Adapter and click Update Driver Software. The Update Driver Software screen appears. b. Select the Browse my computer for driver software option. c. Select Let me pick from a list of device drivers on my computer. d. Select Generic Non-PnP Monitor and click Next. A message appears confirming that Windows has successfully updated the driver software. e. Click Close to exit the Update Driver Software screen. f. Click No when you are prompted to restart the system. Renaming the Administrator Account Perform the following steps to rename the Administrator account: 1. On the Start menu, right-click Computer and click Manage. The Server Manager window appears. 2. Expand Configuration in the left pane. 3. Expand Local Users and Groups and double-click Users. 4. Right-click Administrator in the right pane and click Rename. 5. Type a new name of your choice following the naming conventions for your site and press Enter. 6. Close the Server Manager window. 7. Log off and then log in with the new administrator account

29 Setting Up the Server Changing the Partition Computer Name The preinstalled Windows operating system uses a default computer name. Change the partition computer name by performing the following steps: 1. On the Start menu, right-click Computer and click Manage. The Server Manager window appears. 2. Click the Change System Properties link in the upper-right corner of the Computer Information panel. The System Properties dialog box appears. 3. Select the Computer Name tab. 4. Click Change. The Computer Name/Domain Changes dialog box appears. 5. Type the desired name in the Computer name box following the naming conventions for your site and click OK. 6. Click OK when prompted to restart the system. 7. Click Close to close the System Properties dialog box. 8. Click Restart Later when prompted to restart your system. Note: You are instructed to restart the system later in this section. Setting Windows Virtual Memory A Windows paging file is a requirement for MCPvm-based servers. You must comply with the following guidelines when configuring Windows Virtual Memory: Do not select the Automatically manage paging file size for all drives option. Manually select a paging file size. Configure a single paging file on the boot partition, which is drive C. This is the recommended option. If the paging file is spread across multiple drives, various operations might fail. For example, a Windows kernel memory dump might not complete. Calculate the minimum paging file size by adding 256 MB to the total physical memory size in the server. If the Libra Model 450 or the FS1750 server has 24 GB of memory, the minimum paging file size required is MB (24 x ). If the Libra Model 450 or the FS1750 server has 48 GB of memory, the minimum paging file size required is MB (48 x ). You can also select a bigger paging file size. Ensure that the Initial size and Maximum size values are identical. Note that paging file size options, System managed size and No paging file, are not supported on the Libra Model 450 or the FS1750 server

30 Setting Up the Server Perform the following steps to set the Windows Virtual Memory: 1. On the Start menu, right-click Computer and click Manage. The Server Manager window appears. 2. Click Server Manager (<your computer name>). 3. Click the Change System Properties link in the upper-right corner of the Server Manager panel. The System Properties dialog box appears. 4. Select the Advanced tab. 5. Click Settings in the Performance box. The Performance Options dialog box appears. 6. Select the Advanced tab. 7. Click Change... in the Virtual memory box. The Virtual Memory dialog box appears. Caution Do not select the System managed size or No paging file options. Also, do not specify an Initial size that is different from the value of Maximum size. Selecting any of these unsupported virtual memory settings, for example, while changing from a smaller to a larger page file size, allows Windows to enter a state that causes fatal, unrecoverable I/O errors in the Virtual Machine for ClearPath MCP (VMMCP) software. 8. Clear the Automatically manage paging file size for all drives check box. 9. Select the boot drive. Typically, this is the C drive. 10. Click Custom size. 11. Type one of the following values in the Initial size and Maximum size boxes: If the server has 24 GB of physical memory, type or a greater value. If the server has 48 GB of physical memory, type or a greater value. Notes: You can view the total physical memory by referring to the System Information screen. On the Start menu, point to All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, and then click System Information. If you use a paging file size greater than the minimum, make sure the size you select leaves at least 1024 MB of free space on the boot drive. 12. Click Set to set the virtual memory for the selected drive. 13. Click OK to close the Virtual Memory dialog box

31 Setting Up the Server 14. Click OK if the following message is displayed: The changes you have made require you to restart your computer before they can take effect. 15. Click OK to close the Performance Options dialog box. 16. Click OK on the System Properties dialog box. 17. Click Restart Later if you are prompted to restart the system. Note: You are instructed to restart the system later in this section. Configuring Windows Update Driver Settings Install the unsigned drivers by performing the following steps: 1. On the Start menu, right-click Computer and click Manage. The Server Manager window appears. 2. Click the Change System Properties link in the upper-right corner of the Computer Information panel. The System Properties dialog box appears. Note: Ensure that you have selected Server Manager (<your computer name>) in the Server Manager window. 3. Select the Hardware tab. 4. Click Device Installation Settings in the Device Installation Settings box. 5. Select No, let me choose what to do and Never Install driver software from Windows Update. Click Save Changes. 6. Click OK to close the System Properties dialog box. 7. Click Close to close the Server Manager dialog box. Installing the USB Image Enabler Device You must attach the USB Image Enabler device to a USB port on the system. For added security and decreased risk of damage or loss, it is recommended that you attach the USB Image Enabler device to the internal USB port on the system. However, if required, you can attach the USB Image Enabler device to an external USB port. Refer to External Installation for details. Note: Multiple Image Enabler devices are not supported on the same system. Internal Installation Perform the following steps to attach the USB Image Enabler device to the internal USB port: 1. Power off the server. 2. Remove the top cover. 3. Note the location (labeled L) of the internal USB port as shown on the Service Information Label (PN P664H) that is affixed on the inside of the top cover

32 Setting Up the Server 4. Install the USB Image Enabler device in location L of the internal USB port as shown in the following figure. 5. Replace the top cover. 6. Power on the server. Figure 3 1. USB Image Enabler Device 7. Press F2 when prompted to enter the system setup screen. 8. Select Integrated Devices from the main screen. 9. Ensure that Internal USB Port is set to ON. 10. Save the changes and allow the system to boot. 11. Click Cancel if the Welcome to the Found New Hardware Wizard dialog box appears. External Installation Perform the following steps to attach the USB Image Enabler device to an external USB port: 1. Attach the Image Enabler device to one of the USB ports on the system. The Found New Hardware Wizard dialog box appears. 2. Click Cancel

33 Setting Up the Server Installing the Virtual Machine for ClearPath MCP Software Perform the following steps to install the base release of the Virtual Machine for ClearPath MCP software: 1. Log on using an account with Administrator privileges and the appropriate password. 2. Insert the Virtual Machine for ClearPath MCP Software CD-ROM in the CD/DVD drive. The AutoPlay window appears. 3. Click Run Autorun.exe. 4. Click Install Virtual Machine for ClearPath MCP. 5. Click Next on the Install Shield Wizard Welcome screen. 6. Accept the license agreement, and then click Next. 7. Fill out the customer information, and then click Next. 8. Click Next to accept the default location for the destination folder. 9. Click Next to accept the default location for the application data folder. 10. Click Next to accept the default setup type. 11. Click Install. The files are copied from the CD-ROM to the hard disk. 12. Click Install to load the device driver for the USB Image Enabler device. 13. Click Finish. 14. Click No when asked to restart the system. 15. Click Exit to leave the window. 16. Remove the CD-ROM from the CD/DVD drive. 17. Reboot the server. 18. Log on using an account with Administrator privileges and the appropriate password. 19. Repeat steps 5 through 15 for any Virtual Machine for ClearPath MCP Service Packs or software updates. 20. Install any add-on software ordered with your system. 21. If the USB Image Enabler device was already installed prior to installing the Virtual Machine for ClearPath MCP software, skip this step. If the USB Image Enabler device was not attached to the system prior to installing the Virtual Machine for ClearPath MCP software, perform the following procedure to install the device at this time: a. Attach the USB Image Enabler device to the USB port of the server. The Found New Hardware Wizard dialog box appears

34 Setting Up the Server b. Select No, not this time in the Can Windows connect to Windows Update to search for software? group box, and then click Next. c. Select the Install the software automatically (Recommended) option on the following screen, and then click Next. The Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard dialog box appears. d. Click Finish. 22. Click No if prompted to restart the system. Note: You are instructed to restart the system later in this section. Installing Network Services Software Network Services are software services that enhance the use of the Windows environment in a Virtual Machine for ClearPath MCP system. To install the Network Services software, follow the directions for installing Network Services software on Virtual Machine for ClearPath MCP servers outlined in the Network Services Implementation Guide. Note: Do not restart the system after the installation. You are instructed to restart the system later in this section. After you complete the installation, proceed to Enabling NetBIOS over TCP/IP if a static IP address is used or if the DHCP server at the site does not provide NetBIOS settings. Note: Record the MCP host name information during the Network Services software installation, for later use during the host system setup. Enabling NetBIOS Over TCP/IP To enable NetBIOS over TCP/IP, complete the following steps: 1. On the Start menu, click Control Panel, and then click View Network status and tasks under Network and Internet. 2. Click Change adapter settings. The Network Connections window appears, displaying multiple adapter connections. Refer to the adapter.txt file for more information about the adapters displayed. The adapter.txt file is located at Program Files\Unisys\Nxnet\. 3. Right-click the Local Area Connection icon that is used for the shared adapter, and then click Properties. The <Adapter Identifier> Properties dialog box appears. 4. Select Internet Protocol Version (TCP/IPv4) and then click Properties. The Internet Protocol Version (TCP/IPv4) Properties dialog box appears. 5. Click Advanced. The Advanced TCP/IP Settings dialog box appears

35 Setting Up the Server 6. Click Enable NetBIOS over TCP/IP on the WINS tab. 7. Click OK to close the Advanced TCP/IP Settings and Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) Properties dialog boxes. 8. Click Close on the <Adapter Identifier> Properties dialog box. 9. Repeat steps 2 through 8 on any additional shared adapters. 10. Close the Network Connections and the Network and Sharing Center windows. Configuring the Operating System for Accessing MCP Shares Network Services software enables you to connect to the MCP shares from the Windows environment. However, the default LAN Manager Authentication Level in the local security policy for Windows Server 2008 R2 Enterprise x64 with SP1 might cause attempts to map a share on the MCP system to fail. Complete the following steps to resolve this problem: 1. On the Start menu, click Control Panel, click System and Security, and then double-click Administrative Tools. 2. Double-click Local Security Policy in the right pane of the Administrative Tools window. The Local Security Policy window appears. 3. In the left pane, expand Local Policies and select Security Options. 4. In the right pane, right-click Network security: LAN Manager authentication level and click Properties. The Network Security dialog box appears. 5. Select Send LM and NTLM responses from the list. 6. Click OK. 7. In the right pane, right-click Network security: Minimum session security for NTLM SSP based client and click Properties. The Network Security dialog box appears 8. Ensure that all are options are unchecked, click Apply, and then click OK. 9. In the right pane, right-click Network security: Minimum session security for NTLM SSP based servers and click Properties. The Network Security dialog box appears 10. Ensure that all are options are unchecked, click Apply, and then click OK. 11. Close all of the windows. 12. Start Internet Explorer. 13. On the Tools menu, click Internet Options. The Internet Options dialog box appears. 14. Select the Security tab

36 Setting Up the Server 15. Select the Internet zone, and then click Custom Level. The Security Settings dialog box appears. 16. Under the Miscellaneous settings, disable Use Pop-up Blocker. 17. Under the Scripting settings, enable Active scripting. 18. Click OK to save the changed settings and close the Security Settings dialog box. Click Yes to confirm that you want to save the settings. 19. Click OK on the Internet Options dialog box. Creating the MCP Logical Disk Using the MCP Quick Install DVD The MCP software is not loaded on the disk by the factory. You must create a logical disk drive and load the MCP files at this time. Use the ClearPath Enterprise Server Virtual Machine for ClearPath MCP Quick Install DVD to perform these tasks. Additional MCP software, keys, and Interim Corrections (ICs) are loaded later in the installation process. Prerequisites for Using the Quick Install Program A valid NTFS partition must be available for the logical disk. If necessary, you can use Disk Management to create an NTFS partition. If required, adjust the drive letters before you use the Quick Install program. The Quick Install program locates all usable NTFS partitions and lets you select from them. The program informs you if it does not find a suitable drive for the installation of MCP. Using the Quick Install Program After you have verified that your system environment is ready for the Quick Install program, follow these steps: 1. Insert the ClearPath Enterprise Server Virtual Machine for ClearPath MCP Quick Install DVD in the CD/DVD drive. The Autoplay window appears. 2. Click Run Quick InstallMCP.exe. 3. Accept the license agreement. The Quick Install program searches your system for suitable drives for your MCP files. 4. When prompted, select the drive on which to install the MCP software. It is recommended that you select drive D. Note: The Quick Install program takes about 15 minutes to load the MCP files, eliminating the need to perform the configuration tasks required during a normal cold-start