HQT-4420 Questions and Answers

When setting up the BIOS for an HCP G10, two key requirements are:

The BMC (Baseboard Management Controller) IP address, net mask, and gateway should be set: This configuration enables remote management and monitoring of the HCP G10 node, allowing administrators to manage the node even when the operating system is not running.

The OS virtual disk should be selected as the boot device: This ensures that the node boots from the correct storage device where the operating system is installed, which is essential for the system to operate correctly.

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Proper configuration in the BIOS is critical for managing and booting the HCP G10 node effectively, as outlined in the installation instructions.

You must run the install program as root (C):To enable encryption for data at rest on anHCP system, the installation program must be executed withrootprivileges. Running the installation as root ensures that the program has the necessary permissions to configure encryption settings and other critical system operations, such as accessing low-level disk management functions and securing data at rest.

Once enabled, encryption cannot be disabled (D):In the HCP system, once encryption is enabled for data at rest, itcannot be disabled.This is a security feature designed to ensure that sensitive data remains protected throughout its lifecycle on the platform. Disabling encryption after it has been enabled would pose significant security risks, hence the system is designed to prevent this action to maintain data integrity and security.

Other options, like the encryption key being displayed several times during installation (A) or the use of SSH to enable encryption (B), are not applicable to the HCP installation and encryption process. The encryption key is carefully protected, and SSH is not specifically required for enabling encryption.

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Hitachi Vantara HCP Installation and Configuration Guide

Hitachi Vantara HCP Security Best Practices Guide

The most cost-effective solution for a customer requiring 2 PB of usable capacity isHCP G10 with local storage and one S30 node (B).This configuration leverages the local storage of the G10 along with the large storage capacity provided by the S30 node, which is optimized for large-scale, cost-effective storage. The S30 node can store a significant amount of data, making it a suitable choice for achieving the required capacity with fewer nodes, reducing costs. The "HCP G10 and S30 Configuration and Sizing Guide" provides more details on cost-effective configurations for various capacity requirements.

When installing an HCP G10 and setting up front-end connectivity, two critical actions must be performed on each node:

Set the BMC IP Address (A):The Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) IP address must be set to allow for remote management and monitoring of each node. This is crucial for out-of-band management, especially in large data center environments where physical access to servers may be limited. Configuring the BMC IP address is typically done during the initial setup of the operating system on the HCP node.

Set the Front-End IP Address (C):The front-end IP address, which is used for client network traffic, must be configured as provided by the customer. This IP address allows each node to communicate with the client network, and it is a key part of the configuration during OS installation.

These configurations are detailed in the "HCP G10 Network Configuration Guide" and the "HCP G10 Installation and Configuration Manual," which provide step-by-step procedures for setting up both the BMC and front-end IP addresses.

For a running HCP (Hitachi Content Platform) system to maintain quorum for cluster operations, a majority of nodes must be operational. Specifically, this means that at least50% of the nodes + 1 nodemust be available to achieve quorum. Quorum is necessary to maintain consistency, availability, and coordination among the nodes in the cluster, ensuring that the cluster can continue operating correctly in case of node failures. This configuration avoids split-brain scenarios where multiple parts of the cluster operate independently.

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The quorum requirement is designed to ensure that a majority of nodes are always participating in cluster operations, providing a safeguard against data corruption and ensuring high availability.