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Release Notes for Cisco SN 5428 Storage Router Release 2.2.1
Obtaining Updated Software and iSCSI Drivers
Determining the SN 5428 Software Version
Limitations and Restrictions on SN 5428 Storage Router Clusters
Software Configuration Tips on the Cisco TAC Home Page
Obtaining Technical Assistance
Release Notes for Cisco SN 5428 Storage Router Release 2.2.1
April 30, 2002
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You can find the most current documentation on Cisco.com. This set of electronic documents may contain updates and modifications made after the hard-copy documents were printed.
These release notes support Cisco SN 5428 Storage Router software release 2.2.1.
For a list of software caveats that apply to Release 2.2.1, see the "Open Caveats" section. The caveats are updated for every maintenance release and are located on Cisco.com and the Documentation CD-ROM.
Contents
These Release Notes describe the following topics:
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Introduction
The Cisco SN 5428 Storage Router provides universal access to storage over IP networks. The storage router software controls the operation of the Cisco SN 5428 Storage Router and provides the following services:
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SCSI routing provides IP hosts with access to FC storage devices as if the storage devices were directly attached to the hosts, with access to devices being managed primarily in the SN 5428 Storage Router.
Figure 1 SCSI Routing Overview
An iSCSI target (also called logical target) is an arbitrary name for a group of physical storage devices. The iSCSI targets are created and mapped to physical storage devices attached to the SN 5428. The storage router presents the iSCSI targets to IP hosts (iSCSI initiators) as if the physical storage devices were directly attached to the hosts. (See Figure 1.) With SCSI routing, storage devices are not aware of each IP host; the storage devices are aware of the SN 5428 and respond to it as if it were one FC host.
System Requirements
This section describes the system requirements for Release 2.2.1 and includes the following information:
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Network Equipment
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IP Hosts
To ensure the best performance for the SN 5428 Storage Router and the iSCSI drivers, the extended windowing feature of TCP and the receive and transmit flow control feature of the Gigabit Ethernet driver should be enabled on all IP hosts connecting to the SN 5428. On the SN 5428 Storage Router, you can use the CLI show scsirouter all connection tcp command to display the current and maximum TCP window size for each connected host.
Graphical User Interface
The SN 5428's web-based GUI officially supports the following browsers:
The browser must be enabled to support JavaScript and style sheets.
To access the online Help system for the GUI, the browser must also be enabled to support Java. This requirement applies only to the online Help system.
iSCSI Driver Version Support
A Cisco SN 5428 Storage Router running software release 2.2.1 or later is compatible with an IP host running any Cisco iSCSI Driver version 2.1.1 or later; it is not compatible with an IP host running any Cisco iSCSI Driver version 1.1.x.
Obtaining Updated Software and iSCSI Drivers
From time to time, Cisco releases updated versions of SN 5428 Storage Router software and iSCSI drivers. Updated versions of storage router software and the Cisco iSCSI drivers, accompanying readme files, release notes and example configuration file are available for download.
If you are a registered Cisco.com user, you can download SN 5428 Storage Router software and iSCSI drivers. If you are a non-registered Cisco.com user, you can download only iSCSI drivers.
You can access software by following these instructions:
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Determining the SN 5428 Software Version
To determine the version of SN 5428 software running on the Cisco SN 5428 Storage Router, establish a Telnet or console port session with the storage router, and enter the CLI show version command. (See Example 1.)
Example 1 Determining the Software Version
[SN5428-A01]$ show versionCISCO SN 5428 Storage RouterOperating System Software Ver: 2.2.1System Bootstrap Ver: 2.2.1
CLI Version 2.1Copyright (c) 1986-2001 by Cisco Systems, IncThe Application Software field displays the version of software currently running on the storage router. The System Bootstrap field displays the software version that will run the next time the storage router is restarted.
You can also check the version of the SN 5428 software by using the SN 5428 web-based GUI. Log in as Monitor to display the Processor and Software Information table, or click Processor and SW (under System) in the Monitor dynamic menu list in the left frame. The Software Version field contains the current software version information.
Limitations and Restrictions on SN 5428 Storage Router Clusters
This release includes the following restrictions on SN 5428 Storage Router clusters:
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Important Notes
The SN 5428 Gigabit Ethernet ports, GE 1 and GE 2, use MT-RJ small form-factor pluggable (SFP) modules (Cisco Product Number SN-SFP-GEMM-MTRJ). The availability of the MT-RJ SFP modules may be limited; if they are unavailable, you can use the LC SFP modules (Cisco Product Number SN-SFP-FCGEMM-LC) that are used in the SN 5428 Fibre Channel ports. You can mix MT-RJ and LC SFP modules in the Gigabit Ethernet ports. For example, you could have an MT-RJ SFP module in the GE 1 port and an LC SFP module in the GE 2 port. However, you must use only the LC SFP modules in the Fiber Channel ports.
Open Caveats
This document lists caveats for Cisco SN 5428 Storage Router release 2.2.1. Caveats describe unexpected behavior or defects in SN 5428 software releases. Severity 1 caveats are the most serious caveats; severity 2 caveats are less serious.
This document describes open severity 1 and 2 caveats and selected caveats of other severities. For a more complete list of caveats against this release, access Cisco.com as described in the section "Cisco.com" at the end of this document.
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http://www.cisco.com/pcgi-bin/Support/Bugtool/launch_bugtool.pl.
CLI
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Pressing the question mark (?) key after the facility keyword in the logging route add command does not display a list of valid facility names.
Workaround: Enter a valid facility name as described in the Cisco SN 5428 Storage Router Software Configuration Guide.
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Selecting a logging destination of gui or smtp with the logging route add command fails to log messages to any destination.
Workaround: The gui and smtp logging destinations are not yet implemented. Select another destination, or select all destinations to route log messages to all valid destinations.
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The vlan vid mtusize command allows an invalid MTU range of 1500 through 16114. If the MTU size is set to a value greater than 9000, an IP address associated with this VLAN cannot be added as a server interface to a SCSI routing instance.
Workaround: Do not set the MTU size greater than 9000 for a VLAN.
Configuration Management
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After the SN 5428 Storage Router is restarted, all levels of log messages are displayed on the serial console. A show logging command shows the console logging level set to notification, but all messages are logged to the serial console as if the console logging level was set to debugging. Management sessions via Telnet are correctly logging messages at the appropriate level; the problem only occurs on the serial console after the SN 5428 is restarted.
Workaround: Issue the logging console level command on the serial console to set the logging level as desired for that session.
FC Switch
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The SN 5428 Storage Router does not interoperate with the Compaq MA8000 disk array.
Workaround: None.
SNMP
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A memory leak may occur when walking the CDP MIB. A bulk walk that traverses cdpVTPMgmtDomain has caused a leak of approximately 1.2KB.
Workaround: Avoid bulk walks of the CDP MIB.
Documentation Updates
On page 8-29 of the Cisco SN 5428 Storage Router Software Configuration Guide, the last paragraph should be expanded to include the location of the SN 5428 log, crash trace, savedconfig and script files, and should read as follows:
The SN 5428 Storage Router log files and crash trace files are stored in the /ata4/log directory. Saved configuration files are stored in the /ata3/savedconfig directory. Script files are stored in the /ata3/script directory.
To use FTP to retrieve the SN 5428 Storage Router log file, change to the /ata4/log directory using the FTP cd command. If necessary, specify the binary flag using the FTP binary command. Issue the FTP get command to retrieve the messages0 file and to copy it to the specified file on your server. When the process completes, close the FTP connection using the FTP bye command.
Related Documentation
The following sections describe the related documentation available for Cisco SN 5428 Storage Router Release 2.2.1. These documents consist of hardware installation and software configuration guides, and platform-specific release notes, readme and example configuration files for the Cisco Storage Networking iSCSI drivers.
Release-Specific Documents
This Release Notes document is the only document specific to SN 5428 Release 2.2.1. It is only available as an electronic document on Cisco.com and the Documentation CD-ROM.
Platform-Specific Documents
Platform-specific documents consist of the release notes, readme and example configuration files for Cisco Storage Networking iSCSI drivers, version 2.1.x. The files are currently available in electronic format only. See the "Obtaining Updated Software and iSCSI Drivers" section for details.
Hardware Documents
Refer to the Cisco SN 5428 Storage Router Hardware Installation Guide for hardware installation procedures. This document is available as a printed manual. It is also available as an electronic document on Cisco.com and the Documentation CD-ROM.
Software Documents
Refer to the Cisco SN 5428 Storage Router Software Configuration Guide Release 2.2, for configuration information and procedures. This document is available as a printed manual. It is also available as an electronic document on Cisco.com and the Documentation CD-ROM.
For documentation on the SN 5428 web-based GUI, refer to the SN 5428 Storage Router web-based GUI online Help system.
Service and Support
For service and support for a product purchased from a reseller, contact the reseller, who offers a wide variety of Cisco service and support programs described in "Service and Support" of Cisco Information Packet shipped with your product.
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For service and support for a product purchased directly from Cisco, use Cisco.com.
Software Configuration Tips on the Cisco TAC Home Page
A variety of Cisco SN 5428 Storage Router software installation, configuration and usage tips are available on the Cisco Technical Assistance Center (TAC) Web Site.
You can access "tech tips" by following these instructions:
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Obtaining Documentation
These sections explain how to obtain documentation from Cisco Systems.
World Wide Web
You can access the most current Cisco documentation on the World Wide Web at this URL:
Translated documentation is available at this URL:
http://www.cisco.com/public/countries_languages.shtml
Documentation CD-ROM
Cisco documentation and additional literature are available in a Cisco Documentation CD-ROM package, which is shipped with your product. The Documentation CD-ROM is updated monthly and may be more current than printed documentation. The CD-ROM package is available as a single unit or through an annual subscription.
Ordering Documentation
You can order Cisco documentation in these ways:
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http://www.cisco.com/public/ordsum.html
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http://www.cisco.com/go/subscription
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Documentation Feedback
You can submit comments electronically on Cisco.com. In the Cisco Documentation home page, click the Fax or Email option in the "Leave Feedback" section at the bottom of the page.
You can e-mail your comments to bug-doc@cisco.com.
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Obtaining Technical Assistance
Cisco provides Cisco.com as a starting point for all technical assistance. Customers and partners can obtain online documentation, troubleshooting tips, and sample configurations from online tools by using the Cisco Technical Assistance Center (TAC) Web Site. Cisco.com registered users have complete access to the technical support resources on the Cisco TAC Web Site.
Cisco.com
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Cisco.com is a highly integrated Internet application and a powerful, easy-to-use tool that provides a broad range of features and services to help you with these tasks:
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If you want to obtain customized information and service, you can self-register on Cisco.com. To access Cisco.com, go to this URL:
Technical Assistance Center
The Cisco Technical Assistance Center (TAC) is available to all customers who need technical assistance with a Cisco product, technology, or solution. Two levels of support are available: the Cisco TAC Web Site and the Cisco TAC Escalation Center.
Cisco TAC inquiries are categorized according to the urgency of the issue:
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The Cisco TAC resource that you choose is based on the priority of the problem and the conditions of service contracts, when applicable.
Cisco TAC Web Site
You can use the Cisco TAC Web Site to resolve P3 and P4 issues yourself, saving both cost and time. The site provides around-the-clock access to online tools, knowledge bases, and software. To access the Cisco TAC Web Site, go to this URL:
All customers, partners, and resellers who have a valid Cisco service contract have complete access to the technical support resources on the Cisco TAC Web Site. The Cisco TAC Web Site requires a Cisco.com login ID and password. If you have a valid service contract but do not have a login ID or password, go to this URL to register:
http://www.cisco.com/register/
If you are a Cisco.com registered user, and you cannot resolve your technical issues by using the Cisco TAC Web Site, you can open a case online by using the TAC Case Open tool at this URL:
http://www.cisco.com/tac/caseopen
If you have Internet access, we recommend that you open P3 and P4 cases through the Cisco TAC Web Site.
Cisco TAC Escalation Center
The Cisco TAC Escalation Center addresses priority level 1 or priority level 2 issues. These classifications are assigned when severe network degradation significantly impacts business operations. When you contact the TAC Escalation Center with a P1 or P2 problem, a Cisco TAC engineer automatically opens a case.
To obtain a directory of toll-free Cisco TAC telephone numbers for your country, go to this URL:
http://www.cisco.com/warp/public/687/Directory/DirTAC.shtml
Before calling, please check with your network operations center to determine the level of Cisco support services to which your company is entitled: for example, SMARTnet, SMARTnet Onsite, or Network Supported Accounts (NSA). When you call the center, please have available your service agreement number and your product serial number.
This document is to be used in conjunction with the documents listed in the "Related Documentation" section.
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