How to get started setting up ESRS on the latest OE for Block and MCx codes

Posted by on April 2, 2015 No comments

It’s just another short post on a single command again. This time I was looking for an easy way to get started on ESRS on the latest OE for Block code or the newer MCx code (33.071 or newer).

First of all you need to set up DNS in your VNX machine. In Unisphere, go to settings and click on “configure DNS”.

Also, if there’s a firewall blocking internet traffic, you need to make sure the storage processors can reach *.emc.com over tcp ports 443 and 8443.

After this you can use the following command on the CLI:

naviseccli -h [SPx ip#] esrsconfig -agentProvision -user [Online Support logon name] –password [Online Support super secret password]

Repeat this for the other SP as well.

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EMC World 2015: my plans for the week (thinking out loud)

Posted by on April 1, 2015 1 comment
Las Vegas

It’s that time of the year again: EMC World in Las Vegas, which takes place from May 4 to May 7. And this year I’m not going unprepared again. So I made a list of do’s and don’ts, so I can more easily pick the best way to spend my precious time. Are YOU going too?

So what’s my week about?

When I arrive in Vegas after having 2 layovers in London and Dallas, I’m probably half asleep. Because of the 9 hour time difference I’m sure I will sleep at very odd hours and be awake at even worse hours. I just hope I’m not sleepwalking through the casino, since I don’t even like gambling. Although it would be funny to wake up, finding out that I’ve won a few grand, right? My stay in Sin City will start with a packed two days filled with meetings. Yes: working on the Saturday and Sunday: it’s all part of the game! And that day I already have a meeting conflict, but the week will have plenty of opportunity to catch up with old friends, so I’m not worried there.

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Checking VNX mirrorview replication progress from the CLI

Posted by on April 1, 2015 No comments

It’s a very short post, but in case you’re looking for the command:

naviseccli -h [SPx ip#] mirror -sync -listsyncprogress -name [LUN name]

 

It’s that simple!

Oh, I’m assuming you already have the logon credentials in a security file, if not, you need to add these to the command:

naviseccli -h [SPx ip#] -user [username] -password [super secret password] -scope [0-1-2] mirror -sync -listsyncprogress -name [LUN name]

EMC World 2015 discount codes available!

Posted by on March 27, 2015 4 comments
EMC World 2015

Limited amount of EMC World discount codes available

Just like in previous years the EMC Elect have a limited number of discount codes available for anyone who still needs to register for EMC World. The value of each code is $150! The amount of codes is limited and they expire on april 6, so if you need to register: follow up on this post and I’ll mail you your personal discount code.

  • The code can only be used for new registrations, if you already registered, the code won’t work.
  • Only 1 code per registration can be applied.
  • Codes only work for non-EMC people.
  • The code is worth $150.
  • If you know somebody who wants their own code: direct them to me and I’ll give them a code.

Hurry up! The codes stop working on April 6!!

Solar eclipses are not that uncommon

Posted by on March 20, 2015 No comments
Total eclipse

In Europe it’s happening RIGHT NOW, but if you’re missing it, here’s a list of sites where you can see where and when the next eclipse will take place:

Don’t forget to protect your eyes! You only have one pair.