
Windows iSCSI In
itiator rules and guidelines
Windows requir ements
• Microsoft iSCSI Initiator versions 2. 06 , 2.07
• TCPIP parameter Tcp1323Opts must be entered in the registry with a value of DWord=2
under the registry setting# HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Ser-
vices\Tcpip\Parameters.
NOTE:
This parameter is automatically set by the
HP StorageWorks iSCSI Connectivity
Option for E nterprise Virtual Array Windows software kit
. This kit is available at
h
ttp://h18006.www1.hp.com/products/storageworks/evaiscsiconnect/index.html
CAUTION:
Using the Registry Editor incorrectly can cause serious problems that may require reinstallation of
the operating system. Backup the registry before making any changes. Use Registry Editor at your
own risk.
Windows iSCSI Initiator multipath requirements
The following system requirements must be met in Windows:
• The iSCSI Initiator multipath in Windows supports the Microsoft iSCSI MPIO device
• The iSCSI Initiator multip a th in Windows supports multipath on single or dual mpx100's/100b's.
• The iSCSI Initiator multipath in Windows does not support:
•SecurePath
• Multipathing with EVA3000/5000 GL 3.x active/passive storage systems
• Windows XP Professional multipath
Apple Mac OS X iSCSI Initiator rules and guidelines
Firmware and hardware required:
• Power PC a
nd Intel Power Mac G5, Xserve, MacPro
• ATTO Mac driver version 3.1 0
Supports
• ISNS
• CHAP
Does not support:
• Multipa
thing
iSCSI Initiator operating system considerations
• Configure the Mac host mode iSCSI Initiator setting through HP Command View 6.0.2 or later.
See “HP StorageWorks mpx manager for Windows” on page 57 for more information on HP
Storag
eWorks mpx Manager.
• Host mode setting is Apple Mac OS X.
Linux iSCSI Initiator rules and guidelines
Supports:
32
Configuration rules and guidelines
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