The
PowerFlex deployment workflow for ESXi-based systems is described in this summary. The vSphere
PowerFlex plug-in deployment wizard is used to deploy and configure
PowerFlex components on ESXi servers automatically, from one workstation. Only ESXi v6.x-based systems can be installed using this method. ESXi v7 is not supported.
Although RDM architecture is supported, DirectPath architecture is the recommended best practice for RAID and SAS Controller managed drives.
For two-layer systems where MDM and SDS components are installed on Linux servers, and SDC components are installed on ESXi-based servers, follow the procedures described for Linux two-layer systems.
For
VxFlex Ready Node systems, refer to your product's
Hardware Configuration and Operating System Installation Guide and
Deployment Guide for step-by-step installation instructions.
The main steps in the
PowerFlex deployment workflow are:
Prepare the environment.
Register the
PowerFlex plug-in.
Upload the OVA template.
Deploy
PowerFlex.
For DirectPath mode deployments, add storage/acceleration devices.
For some two-layer system configurations, install SDCs on external servers.
Install the
PowerFlex presentation server.
Enable storage.
Perform mandatory, recommended, and optional post-deployment tasks.
Move the system to production.
NOTE: It is highly recommended to use the
PowerFlex plug-in deployment wizard for deployment and provisioning. If the need arises, you can perform these tasks manually, or in a combination with the wizard.
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