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Storage

Storage Concepts

This section describes Ops Center Protector's storage management features.

For further information, refer to:

About storage

The storage inventory provides access to all the available data storage types managed by Ops Center Protector as follows:

  • Generation 1 and Generations 2 Repository - batch backups of applications, VMs and filesystems.
  • Hitachi Content Platform - batch backup of applications, VM's and filesystems.
  • Amazon S3 - batch backup of applications, VM's and filesystems.
  • Hitachi Block and Logical Block - snapshots and replications of applications, VMs, filesystems and LDEVs.
For each device type, selecting an entry in the inventory will display the details screen where the following are displayed:
  • Logs relating to the device
  • Jobs relating to the device
  • Device configuration
  • Storage and Store Details
Depending on the type of storage selected, the following actions can be performed:
  • Repositories:
    • Mount/Unmount
  • Hitachi Block:
    • View all host groups, journals, logical devices
    • View pool usage
    • Mount, unmount, revert, adjust expiry, transfer ownership or delete snapshots
    • Mount, unmount, pause, resume, swap, dissociate or delete replications

About Repositories

About Gen 2 Repository

The Protector Repository Gen 2 is a performance and capacity optimised object store. It conforms to the Unified Backup Infrastructure storage specification. Refer to the Unified Backup Infrastructure concept for more details.

The Repository differs from other native object storage in that it supports snapshots natively utilising re-direction on write. This allows for highly efficient management of shared data blocks and space reclamation is both fast and automatic.

There are no practical limits to the size of objects or number of objects in a repository.

To achieved optimal data reduction, it retains both object level and block level check sums.

For performance optimization, the Gen 2 Repository can be setup to be split across different storage. See Repository Storage Node Wizard for more details.

  • Data directory – this is the where the bulk of the data is stored. Mass storage devices with performance characteristics of fast write streaming storage is ideal.
  • Metadata Directory and Checksum Directory holds the metadata and the repository structure information. These benefits from fast random access such as SDD and NVMe storage. Typically these should be around 5% of the Data Directory capacity.

Hardware and OS recommendations

This section describes the ideal additional specification information for a repository machine. For more information see the product support matrices at https://www.hitachivantara.com/en-us/products/data-protection/ops-center-protector.html#tech-specifications .

Hardware:

As usual in most scenarios more is better but a point of diminishing returns will be reached. The most beneficial upgrade is extending the available memory. The repository storage group processes themselves never use a large amount of memory, but increasing memory beyond 16GB will ensure there is plenty of head room.

More important when specifying CPU, is the generation of CPU technology. Because moving mass data is at the core of what the repository does, faster memory will have a greater impact than for a normal application so the faster memory the better.

File System:

In addition to optimising the disk layout, it is also important to use the correct block size for NTFS. NTFS volumes should be formatted using 16k block size with a repository storage group default setting. It should under no circumstances be larger than the repository DataBlockShift setting which is 16k by default. If the NTFS block size is larger, then it will force the filesystem to read the block before it performs a write.

E.g. with a 64k NTFS block size, if Ops Center Protector needs to update a single repository block of 16k, it will write out the 16k block to the file system. However the file system will need to read the 64k NTFS block, change the relevant 16k section and then write back the full 64k block. This badly degrades performance, but it may not be noticeable when the repository is initially populated since these full backups would likely be large 2MB writes across several blocks. The degradation in performance would only be noticed over time when smaller, incremental updates start occurring.

Shutdown Time:

Windows only allows a few seconds for all services to shutdown before forcibly terminating them. An Ops Center Protector repository storage group can take a significant amount of time to close especially if it is busy synchronizing many machines at the point of a system shutdown.

The time Windows allows for process shutdown can be changed via the Windows registry. The registry entry to change this is:

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\WaitToKillServiceTimeout

The value is in milliseconds; by default it is either 12000 or 20000 depending on OS version. It is important for the repository to shutdown correctly so we highly recommend changing this value to 5 minutes (300000 milliseconds).

NoteIncorrect editing of the Windows registry can cause system-wide problems that may require you to re-install Windows to correct them.

The knock on effect is that your server may take longer to shutdown, this setting applies to all services, so if a service is badly behaved and does not shutdown when asked, then the machine will take the full 5 minutes (plus OS cleanup time) to shutdown.

About Amazon S3

The Amazon S3 storage node is used to transfer application data to the Amazon S3 cloud storage.

The Amazon S3 storage node represents the storage in Amazon S3 cloud. When creating the node you will define the necessary credentials to access the S3 service. These include:

  • Access Key ID
  • Secret Access Key
  • Bucket Name
  • Region

Additionally, you will define a Proxy node that will be the intermediary between the application and the S3 service. The proxy node can be any Windows or Linux OS nodes.

The role of the proxy node is to:

  • Provide a secure system that can access the S3 service. Although the proxy node can be the same OS host as an application, it is recommended for security reason that this is an independent system to that of the application. The benefit of this is that this system can be given limited access ensuring that the application servers do not have access to the S3 credentials. This S3 node can then be used by multiple applications without the danger of compromising security or data leakage. It also means that the application servers do not need direct access to the internet.
  • Provide a cache of the recovery points stored on the S3 server. This cache is only a copy of the index information and metadata, it is not the data itself and can be rebuilt from the S3 content. Having the cache however improves responsiveness of the system and decreases some of the S3 access, thereby saving cost.
  • Provide an UBI compliant application interface. This allows you to use S3 storage with any of the next generation applications in the same fashion that you can use Generation 2 Repository. For a list of UBI compliant applications see XYZ. As UBI compliant storage, the S3 node can also receive data from or send data to other UBI compliant storage, such Generation 2 Repository or Generation 2 Hitachi Content Platform. This means it can be used to form a layered data retention solution.

Amazon S3 storage node key features include:

  • Search friendly native format

    A key feature of S3 support is to keep data stored on S3 in a native format as much as practicable. Any files less then 4GB in size, has its data stored in a single object. This means that 3rd party search, indexing and analytics tools can process the data in S3 directly. By default, files bigger than 4GB are split into 4GB segments that can easily be stitched together if required.

  • Delta block differencing

    To reduce bandwidth and improve transfer speeds, by leveraging S3 partial transfers only the block changes within a file are sent to S3.

  • Virtual snapshots

    A system whereby data is retained and indexed in S3 in such a way that recovery points use objects that are whole and not need rehydration but will share data that is common between other recovery points, saving storage space and providing optimal recovery speed.

  • Multi-factor parallelism

    To further optimise data transfer speed in addition to delta block differencing, multiple objects are sent to S3 at the same time and multiple data blocks within those objects are sent separately to S3 in parallel.

  • Self-consistent store

    Although some metadata is cached on the proxy, the data stored in S3 is self-consistent. Should a site experience complete data loss, a new instance of Protector can be spun and an S3 node can be configured to import the data.

Storage UI Reference

This section describes the Storage UI, accessed via the Main Banner.

For further information, refer to:

Storage Inventory

This inventory contains storage information relating to all available storage nodes:

  • Generation 1 Repository
  • Generation 2 Repository
  • Hitachi Block physical and logical storage devices
  • HCP Storage Node
  • Amazon S3 Storage Node
Storage Inventory
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ControlDescription
Storage Node(s)Opens one of the following pages depending on the storage type:
Filter on NameFilters the displayed results based on Node Name.
Filter on User TagsFilters the displayed results based on Tags.
Filter on TypeFilters the displayed results based on Node Type:
  • Amazon S3
  • Hitachi Block Device
  • Hitachi Content Platform Generation 2
  • Hitachi Logical Block Device
  • Hitachi Block Device
  • Repository Generation 1
  • Repository Generation 2

Hitachi Block Device Details

This page displays the details of a Block Storage device and enables you to monitor its activities, state, and the snapshots and replications stored within it.

Hitachi Block Device Details
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ControlDescription
GUID-FFE966BD-F36D-4E9F-BD2A-9E70B8F1339E-low.png RefreshRefreshes the Host Groups, Journals, Pools and Logical Devices data.
NoteA refresh must be performed to update latest information held on the storage array.
LogsIndicates the number of unacknowledged error logs in red. If there are no errors then a green tick is displayed instead. Numbers at the bottom show the unacknowledged errors and warnings. Opens the Logs Inventory.
JobsIndicates the number of failed jobs in red. If there are no failed jobs then a green tick is displayed instead. Numbers at the bottom show active and paused jobs. Opens the Jobs Inventory.
DetailsIndicates the following:
  • Status - online/offline
  • Proxy - the node that acts as the ISM for the Block device.
GUID-CE3C73CB-223F-400F-8ACD-080C86910E4B-low.pngView Node DetailsTakes you to the equivalent Node Management Node Details.
ConfigurationShows the configuration of the Hitachi Block Device.
Object CacheLast Updated date and time.
GUID-FFE966BD-F36D-4E9F-BD2A-9E70B8F1339E-low.png RefreshDuplicates the Refresh button at the top of the page.
GUID-A458008E-7F51-445D-96CE-E5F815D51141-low.png Host GroupsIndicates the number of Host Groups on the Device visible to the CCI user identified when the Block storage node was configured. If Host Groups exist in a resource group to which the user does not have access then they will not be displayed here. Click on the icon to open the Hitachi Block Host Groups Inventory.
GUID-08478B9A-3B82-49C7-B4E0-F55B79DE019B-low.png JournalsIndicates the number of Journals on the Device visible to the CCI user identified when the Block storage node was configured. Click on the icon to open the Hitachi Block Journals Inventory
GUID-FF5E02CD-6622-4198-8BEE-C817CA396A64-low.png PoolsIndicates the number of Pools (Total, Snapshot and Dynamic) on the Device. Click on the icon to open the Hitachi Block Pools Inventory
GUID-A0719493-D810-448E-9C68-B6F53ED6880A-low.png Logical DevicesIndicates the number of Logical Devices on the Device. If Logical Devices exist in a resource group to which the user does not have access then they will not be displayed here. Click on the icon to open the Hitachi Block Logical Devices Inventory
GUID-46DBEE2D-A571-4624-A89D-A390E5010D8C-low.png SnapshotsIndicates the number of Snapshots on the Device that have been created by Protector. Click on the icon to open the Hitachi Block Snapshots Inventory
GUID-1483E565-E095-4E51-9DB9-43432DB51694-low.png ReplicationsIndicates the number of Replications on the Device that have been created or adopted by Protector. Click on the icon to open the Hitachi Block Replications Inventory

Hitachi Block Host Groups Inventory

This inventory lists all Host Groups defined on a Hitachi Block storage device.

Host Groups Inventory
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ControlDescription
GUID-FFE966BD-F36D-4E9F-BD2A-9E70B8F1339E-low.png RefreshRefreshes the displayed inventory.
CautionHost Group details are only refreshed when refreshed manually. To ensure the latest information is displayed, this page must be manually refreshed periodically.
GUID-6ACE2AB7-3D49-4D88-A45F-A422B196818C-low.png Host Group(s)Click on a Host Group to open the Hitachi Block Host Group Details.
Filter on NameFilters the displayed results based on the Host Group Name.
Filter on PortFilters the displayed results based on the Port.
Hitachi Block Host Group Details

This page shows the details of a Host Group on a Hitachi Block storage device.

Host Group Details
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ControlDescription
SummarySummarises Host Group details.

Hitachi Block Journals Inventory

This inventory lists all Journals on a Hitachi Block storage device.

NoteThe Journal inventory is not automatically updated and should be periodically manually refreshed to ensure the latest information is available.
Journals Inventory
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ControlDescription
GUID-FFE966BD-F36D-4E9F-BD2A-9E70B8F1339E-low.png RefreshRefreshes the displayed inventory.
GUID-F3994EE7-99EF-4560-AD6B-8FC9ADE162D3-low.pngExpandOpens the <Hitachi Block Journal Expansion Dialog> to enable the capacity of the selected journal to be increased.
GUID-C06C9D94-4B99-4317-AFE8-EF7DB67C63CB-low.pngDeleteDeletes the selected journal(s) from the storage system. A confirmation dialog opens to confirm the action.
GUID-44F5C036-0483-42F0-8406-4194281DE062-low.png Journal(s)Click on a Journal to open the Hitachi Block Journal Details.
Filter Journal IDFilters the displayed results based on the Journal ID.
Filter on Use StateFilters the displayed results based on the use state of the Journal
Hitachi Block Journal Expansion Dialog
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ControlDescription
New Journal SizeEnter a new size for the journal. The new size must be larger than the current size.
Hitachi Block Journal Details

This page shows the details of a Journal on a Hitachi Block storage device.

Journal Details
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ControlDescription
GUID-F3994EE7-99EF-4560-AD6B-8FC9ADE162D3-low.pngExpandOpens the <Hitachi Block Journal Expansion Dialog> to enable the capacity of the selected journal to be increased.
GUID-C06C9D94-4B99-4317-AFE8-EF7DB67C63CB-low.pngDeleteDeletes the selected journal(s) from the storage system. A confirmation dialog opens to confirm the action.
SummarySummarises the Journal details.
Logical DevicesDisplays information on the Logical Devices for the Journal.

Hitachi Block Pools Inventory

This inventory lists all Pools on a Hitachi Block storage device.

Caution

Filling a Thin Image pool to capacity will invalidate all snapshot data contained within that pool. All snapshots in the pool will have to be deleted before snapshotting can be resumed.

Pools Inventory
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ControlDescription
GUID-FFE966BD-F36D-4E9F-BD2A-9E70B8F1339E-low.png RefreshRefreshes the displayed inventory.
CautionPool usage is only refreshed when refreshed manually. If these values are being used to monitor pool usage they must be manually refreshed periodically.
GUID-4A23E48D-9CA5-44DD-BD16-F95FF06ED888-low.png Pool Tile(s)Click on a Pool name to open the Hitachi Block Pool Details.
NoteThe pool capacity indicator bar changes colour when thresholds defined on and read from the storage array are crossed:
  • Green - indicates pool usage is within the normal range.
  • Orange - indicates pool usage is at or above the warning level. The warning threshold defaults to 70%.
  • Red - indicates pool usage is at or above the depletion level. The depletion threshold defaults to 80%. (1)

(1) Thin Image pools only have a single threshold defined on the array. Protector transitions straight from the normal state to the depletion state.

For dynamic pools containing replication S-VOLs, the replication will transition to an error state when the pool is full.

Filter on NameFilters the displayed results based on the Pool Name.
Filter on TypeFilters the displayed results based on the Pool Type:
  • All
  • Dynamic - Used to provision primary volumes, command devices and replications
  • Snapshot - Used to provision snapshots
Hitachi Block Pool Details

This page shows the details of a Pool on a Hitachi Block storage device.

Pool Details
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ControlDescription
SummarySummarises the Pool details.

Hitachi Block Logical Devices Inventory

This inventory lists all Logical Devices on a Hitachi Block storage device.

Logical Devices Inventory
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ControlDescription
GUID-FFE966BD-F36D-4E9F-BD2A-9E70B8F1339E-low.png RefreshRefreshes the displayed inventory.
CautionLogical Device Inventory is only refreshed when refreshed manually. To ensure the latest information is displayed this page should be manually refreshed periodically.
GUID-6FDE2D11-B435-4978-AB85-9FF676A62C8D-low.png Logical Device(s)Click on a Logical Device to open the Hitachi Block Logical Device Details.
Filter on NameFilters the displayed results based on the Logical Device Name.
Hitachi Block Logical Device Details

This page shows the details of a Logical Device on a Hitachi Block storage device.

Logical Device Details
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ControlDescription
SummarySummarises the Logical Device details.

Hitachi Block Snapshots Inventory

This page provides an inventory of all the Snapshots stored on a Block Storage Device.

Hitachi Block Snapshots Inventory
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ControlDescription
GUID-DCA0BBA2-5A53-41C9-93E8-1CAFC8D9CC2A-low.pngRestoreEnabled only if one VMware Block snapshot is enabled. Opens the Hitachi Block VMware Snapshot Restore Wizard to guide you through restoring VM's from the snapshot Note: The restore operation may take several minutes to complete.
GUID-FF937C6E-2C7B-44F8-A45E-A600DC6AB088-low.png MountEnabled only if one or more Snapshots are selected. Opens the Hitachi Block Snapshot or Replication Mount Wizard to guide you through mounting the Snapshot.
NoteThe mount operation can take several minutes to complete.
GUID-3B428D68-FFB0-4672-98C5-291636F41859-low.png UnmountEnabled only if one mounted snapshot is selected. Unmounts the selected snapshot.
NoteThe unmount operation can take several minutes to complete.
GUID-AFBCEB59-F84E-4D85-8CAB-FEC8888D8375-low.png RevertEnabled only if one or more Snapshots are selected. Opens the Hitachi Block Revert Wizard to guide you through reverting the Snapshot.
GUID-268BBA3A-6549-47AD-B1FC-D5221091439A-low.pngSet Expiry DateOpens the Hitachi Block Change Snapshot Expiry Date Dialog to enable the expiry date of the selected snapshot(s) to be modified.
GUID-29FAFE9E-0588-4A21-B55E-36D44826C114-low.png Transfer RBAC PermissionsAllows RBAC ownership to be transferred from the current node to another node. Opens the Access Control Transfer Permissions Dialog.
GUID-C06C9D94-4B99-4317-AFE8-EF7DB67C63CB-low.png DeleteEnabled only if one or more Snapshots are selected. Deletes the snapshot from the pool. A confirmation dialog opens to confirm the action. If the snapshot record contains fully provisioned LDEVs then the user can view these details prior to deletion.
GUID-D745F098-31AF-4BF1-9959-CE7F4BBEADCA-low.png Snapshot Date and TimeClick on the Snapshot's Date and Time to open the Hitachi Block Snapshot Details (Storage).
GUID-C189FCBD-BA58-4805-9C3C-069BAF0AC387-low.png DRU ProtectionIndicates that the snapshot has DRU protection applied. The protection can be removed (subject to lock duration) via the Hitachi Block Record Details (Storage).
Filter on Capture DateFilters the displayed results based on the Date Range specified in the Date Time Range Picker.
Filter on Application NodeFilters the displayed results based on source application node.
Filter on Application Node TypeFilters the displayed results based on source application node type
Filter on Mount statusFilters the displayed results based on mount status of the snapshot
Filter on DataflowFilters the displayed results based on Dataflow
Filter on PolicyFilters the displayed results based on the Policy.
Filter on Operation NameFilters the displayed results based on mount status of the operation name
Hitachi Block Snapshot Details (Storage)

This page shows the details of a Snapshot on a Hitachi Block storage device.

Snapshot Details
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ControlDescription
GUID-2DB31664-7FB9-441F-8595-06A8E5A178EF-low.png Rename Secondary LDEVsOpens the Hitachi Block Rename Secondary LDEVs Dialog to enable renaming of LDEVs using a fixed string and/or substitution variables.
GUID-FF937C6E-2C7B-44F8-A45E-A600DC6AB088-low.png MountOpens the Hitachi Block Snapshot or Replication Mount Wizard to guide you through mounting the snapshot.
NoteThe mount operation can take several minutes to complete.
GUID-3B428D68-FFB0-4672-98C5-291636F41859-low.png UnmountUnmounts the snapshot. The export is deleted.
NoteThe unmount operation can take several minutes to complete.
GUID-AFBCEB59-F84E-4D85-8CAB-FEC8888D8375-low.png RevertOpens the Hitachi Block Revert Wizard to guide you through reverting the snapshot.
GUID-268BBA3A-6549-47AD-B1FC-D5221091439A-low.pngSet Expiry DateOpens the Hitachi Block Change Snapshot Expiry Date Dialog to enable the expiry date of the snapshot to be modified.
GUID-29FAFE9E-0588-4A21-B55E-36D44826C114-low.png Transfer RBAC PermissionsAllows RBAC ownership to be transferred from the current node to another node. Opens the Access Control Transfer Permissions Dialog.
GUID-521B3C13-7487-43B0-BB78-E045191497B1-low.pngRemove DRU ProtectionIf the snapshot was created with DRU protection and the protection lock duration has expired, this will remove the protection.
GUID-C06C9D94-4B99-4317-AFE8-EF7DB67C63CB-low.png DeleteDeletes the snapshot from the pool. A confirmation dialog opens to confirm the action.
SummaryIdentifies the hardware storage device, application, policy etc. Click on the policy name to open the Policy Details.
StateIndicates the status of the snapshot.
LinksProvides links to the following pages that provide additional information about the snapshot:
NodesShows the source and destination nodes involved in the snapshot. You can click on either node to go to their Node Details
GUID-FF5E02CD-6622-4198-8BEE-C817CA396A64-low.png PoolsOpens Hitachi Block Snapshot - Pools, listing the pools used in this snapshot.
GUID-A0719493-D810-448E-9C68-B6F53ED6880A-low.png Logical DevicesOpens Hitachi Block Snapshot - Logical Devices, listing the LDEVs in this snapshot.
GUID-1483E565-E095-4E51-9DB9-43432DB51694-low.png PairsOpens Hitachi Block Snapshot - Pairs, listing the pairs in this snapshot.
Hitachi Block Rename Secondary LDEVs Dialog
Rename Secondary LDEVs Dialog
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ControlDescription
Name

Enter the string to be used to rename all secondary LDEVs for the given snapshot or replication. The name can consist of literal strings and/or any of the variables listed below the edit box.

  • ORIGIN refers to the left-most item in a cascaded data flow.
  • PRIMARY refers to the item immediately to the left in a data flow.
TipUse the cut and paste tools in your browser to insert the required variable (including the surrounding % delimiters) to ensure the correct format and spelling.

For example:

Snap_%ORIGIN_SERIAL%_%ORIGIN_LDEV_ID%

might result in each secondary LDEV being renamed:

Snap_434525_00:3A:98

Note
  • Logical device names are truncated to 32 characters, after variable resolution.
  • When renaming intermediate secondaries in a cascaded replication, the names of downstream secondaries will not update until those replications are retriggered.
Hitachi Block Change Snapshot Expiry Date Dialog
Change Snapshot Expiry Date Dialog
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ControlDescription
Expiry DateEnter the date and time that the snapshot will expire and be deleted. Opens the Date Time Picker.
Hitachi Block Record Details (Storage)

This page shows the details of a record on a Hitachi Block storage device.

Record Details - Snapshot
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ControlDescription
Phase 1..n

Identifies the paths, logical devices, chains and operation information for the snapshot.

For policies having multiple data classifications or an application classification, the operation is performed in multiple phases. The record for each phase is displayed separately.

Hitachi Block Snapshot - Pools

Lists the pools used in a particular snapshot.

Snapshot Pools
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ControlDescription
Snapshot Pools listEach pool is listed, along with its attributes.
Hitachi Block Snapshot - Pairs

Lists the pairs in a particular snapshot. This data is collected from [raidcom get snapshot] – for more information about certain context-sensitive values, please consult the relevant CCI documentation.

Snapshot Pairs
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ControlDescription
IDDisplays the ID of the LDEV.
StorageDisplays the serial number of the storage array.
StatusNot populated.
AttributeDisplays the status for this LDEV in this pair (eg COPY, PAIR, PSUS, SSUS). Not populated for Original Secondaries if the snapshot is floating and unmounted.
%Not populated.
MNot populated.
IO ModeNot populated.
Direction (no column header)Displays an arrow pointing from P-VOL to S-VOL.
Mirror UnitDisplays the mirror unit for the P-VOL of this pair.
TypeDisplays the type of this pair (eg [TI]).
Fence LevelNot populated.
QuorumNot populated.
Snapshot Pairs listEach pair is listed, identifying the source LDEV's properties on the left and the destination LDEV's properties on the right, separated by an arrow indicating the direction of the snapshot.
Filter by Original Primary Volume StatusFilters the list by local volume status.
Filter by Original Primary Volume AttributeFilters the list by local volume attribute.
Filter by Original Secondary Volume StatusFilters the list by remote volume status.
Filter by Original Secondary Volume AttributeFilters the list by remote volume attribute.
Hitachi Block Snapshot - Logical Devices

Lists the LDEVs used in a particular snapshot.

Snapshot Logical Devices
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ControlDescription
Snapshot LDEVs listEach LDEV is listed, along with its attributes.

Hitachi Block Replications Inventory

This page provides an inventory of all the Replications stored on a Block Storage node.

CautionDeleting a replication record (GUID-C06C9D94-4B99-4317-AFE8-EF7DB67C63CB-low.png) or removing it from a host group (GUID-89E5FAD2-4F55-4F97-8B05-3045A2DDF7D5-low.png), when it is allocated to a host, may cause the host or an application running on it to fail.
NoteAfter a replication operation that created or adopted S-VOLs has been removed from a data flow, or the data flow has been deactivated, the corresponding record (marked GUID-7C1FCEBD-FF8B-4A04-8CD4-AE52E43E5966-low.png) should be torn down then deleted from the inventory once it is no longer required.

Records for replications in active data flows (marked Refreshed Full Copy or Active Full Copy) cannot be deleted.

If an S-VOL has been added to a host group, or has a LUN path allocated outside of Protector then it will not be deleted.

If an S-VOL has been renamed outside of Protector, then it will not be deleted because Protector will be unable to locate it.

Hitachi Block Replications Inventory
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ControlDescription
GUID-DCA0BBA2-5A53-41C9-93E8-1CAFC8D9CC2A-low.pngRestoreEnabled only if the a VMware Replication is selected. Opens the Hitachi Block VMware Snapshot Restore Wizard.
GUID-FF937C6E-2C7B-44F8-A45E-A600DC6AB088-low.png MountEnabled only if one or more Replications are selected. Opens the Hitachi Block Snapshot or Replication Mount Wizard to guide you through mounting the Replication.
NoteThe mount operation can take several minutes to complete.
GUID-3B428D68-FFB0-4672-98C5-291636F41859-low.png UnmountEnabled only if one mounted replication is selected. Unmounts the selected replication.
NoteThe unmount operation can take several minutes to complete.
GUID-675284E8-A248-4896-AF73-1B21BDD60D61-low.png PauseEnabled only if one or more Replications are selected. Pauses the Replication.
GUID-9F8C4939-135F-4921-8140-1F9C3F4A1887-low.png ResumeEnabled only if one or more Replications are selected. Resumes a paused Replication.
GUID-AFB00824-8A94-4594-91DE-D312A6F1349D-low.png SwapEnabled only if one or more Replications are selected. Opens the Hitachi Block Replication Swap Wizard to guide you through swapping the Replication direction.
GUID-6C024869-FB08-4AA9-92A1-DC08C57CB16E-low.png UnsuspendIf a Swap operation cannot be completed due to a P-VOL or data link fault between the primary and secondary device, then the replication will enter the SSWS state (suspended for swapping) indicating that the swap is not yet complete. Unsuspend enables the replication process to be re-established once the cause has been rectified.
GUID-5F6BA675-1ADB-4C0F-B580-7ACA7250E742-low.png Add to additional Host GroupsEnabled only if one or more replications are selected. Opens the Hitachi Block Add to Host Groups Dialog to enable LDEVs to be added to host groups in addition to the default ProtectorProvisionedHostGroup used by Protector.
NoteA job is queued to perform the operation on the array and this may take some time to complete.
GUID-89E5FAD2-4F55-4F97-8B05-3045A2DDF7D5-low.png Remove from Host GroupsEnabled only if one replication is selected. Opens the Hitachi Block Remove from Host Groups Dialog to enable LDEVs to be removed from host groups, including the default ProtectorProvisionedHostGroup used by Protector.
NoteA job is queued to perform the operation on the array and this may take some time to complete.
GUID-29FAFE9E-0588-4A21-B55E-36D44826C114-low.png Transfer RBAC PermissionsAllows RBAC ownership to be transferred from the current node to another node. Opens the Access Control Transfer Permissions Dialog.
GUID-CE3C3073-09CD-4FB6-9303-B3738D9AE1B8-low.png DissociateEnabled only if one or more Replications are selected. Dissociates a replication that was previously adopted by Protector. Removes the selected replication(s) from Protector including state information such as direction and mount location. The replication remains active on the hardware device(s).

The word 'DISSOCIATE' must be entered before the command is executed.

CautionDissociating a replication removes all knowledge of the replication from Protector, including state information such as direction and mount location.
GUID-7C1FCEBD-FF8B-4A04-8CD4-AE52E43E5966-low.png TeardownEnabled only if one or more Replications are selected. Initiates the teardown of the selected replications. The word 'TEARDOWN' must be entered before the command is executed.
GUID-C06C9D94-4B99-4317-AFE8-EF7DB67C63CB-low.png DeleteEnabled only if one or more Replications are selected. Deletes the replication record from Protector. The replication is also removed from the block storage device.
GUID-9C5BEA3F-CD35-457B-AC42-C053F278CE17-low.png Replication Date and TimeClick on the Replication's Date and Time to open the Hitachi Block Replication Details (Storage).
GUID-7C1FCEBD-FF8B-4A04-8CD4-AE52E43E5966-low.png Eligible for TeardownDisplayed on a replication tile next to the replication icon. Indicates that a replication is eligible for teardown.
Filter on Capture Date TimeFilters the displayed results based on the replication Caputre Date Time range specified in the Date Time Picker.
Filter on Application NodeFilters the displayed results based on the Source Application Node from which the replication is made.
Filter on Application Node TypeFilters the displayed results based on the Source Application Node Type.
Filter on Mounted statusFilters the displayed results based on the mount status
Filter on Eligible for Teardown StatusFilters the displayed results based on the Eligible for Teardown status
Filter on Data FlowFilters the displayed results based on the Data Flow where the replication is defined
Filter on PolicyFilters the displayed results based on the Policy where the replication is defined.
Filter on Operation NameFilters the displayed results based on the operation name defined within the policy.
Filter on TypeFilters the displayed results based on the replication type.
Hitachi Block Replication Details (Storage)

This page shows the details of a Replication on a Hitachi Block storage device.

NoteReplication records must be manually removed here after they have been removed from the data flow. Records for replications currently in an active data flow cannot be torn down or deleted.
Replication Details
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ControlDescription
GUID-2DB31664-7FB9-441F-8595-06A8E5A178EF-low.png Rename Secondary LDEVsOpens the Hitachi Block Rename Secondary LDEVs Dialog to enable renaming of LDEVs using a fixed string and/or substitution variables.
GUID-FF937C6E-2C7B-44F8-A45E-A600DC6AB088-low.png MountOpens the Hitachi Block Snapshot or Replication Mount Wizard to guide you through mounting the Replication.
NoteThe unmount operation can take several minutes to complete.
GUID-3B428D68-FFB0-4672-98C5-291636F41859-low.png UnmountUnmounts the selected replication. The export is deleted.
NoteThe unmount operation can take several minutes to complete.
GUID-675284E8-A248-4896-AF73-1B21BDD60D61-low.png PauseEnabled only if one or more Replications are selected. Pauses the Replication.
GUID-9F8C4939-135F-4921-8140-1F9C3F4A1887-low.png ResumeResumes a paused Replication.
GUID-AFB00824-8A94-4594-91DE-D312A6F1349D-low.png SwapOpens the Hitachi Block Replication Swap Wizard to guide you through swapping the Replication direction.
GUID-6C024869-FB08-4AA9-92A1-DC08C57CB16E-low.png UnsuspendIf a Swap operation cannot be completed due to a P-VOL or data link fault between the primary and secondary device, then the replication will enter the SSWS state (suspended for swapping) indicating that the swap is not yet complete. Unsuspend enables the replication process to be re-established once the cause has been rectified.
GUID-5F6BA675-1ADB-4C0F-B580-7ACA7250E742-low.png Add to additional Host GroupsOpens the Hitachi Block Add to Host Groups Dialog to enable LDEVs to be added to host groups in addition to the default ProtectorProvisionedHostGroup used by Protector. A job is queued to perform the operation on the array and this may take some time to complete.
GUID-89E5FAD2-4F55-4F97-8B05-3045A2DDF7D5-low.png Remove from Host GroupsOpens the Hitachi Block Remove from Host Groups Dialog to enable LDEVs to be removed from host groups, including the default ProtectorProvisionedHostGroup used by Protector. A job is queued to perform the operation on the array and this may take some time to complete.
GUID-29FAFE9E-0588-4A21-B55E-36D44826C114-low.png Transfer RBAC PermissionsAllows RBAC ownership to be transferred from the current node to another node. Opens the Access Control Transfer Permissions Dialog.
GUID-CE3C3073-09CD-4FB6-9303-B3738D9AE1B8-low.png Dissociate
  • Dissociates a replication from Protector.
  • Removes the selected replication(s) from Protector including state information such as direction and mount location.
  • The replication remains active on the hardware device(s).
  • The word 'DISSOCIATE' must be entered before the command is executed.

CautionDissociating a replication removes all knowledge of the replication from Protector, including state information such as direction and mount location.
GUID-7C1FCEBD-FF8B-4A04-8CD4-AE52E43E5966-low.png TeardownInitiates the teardown of the replication. The word 'TEARDOWN' must be entered before the command is executed.
GUID-C06C9D94-4B99-4317-AFE8-EF7DB67C63CB-low.png DeleteDeletes the replication record from Protector. The replication is also removed from the block storage device.
SummaryIdentifies the hardware storage device, application, policy and general status.
StateIndicates the status of the replication.
NodesIndicates the Nodes involved in the replication. Opens the Node Details for the node selected.
LinksProvides links to the following pages that provide additional information about the replication:
GUID-08478B9A-3B82-49C7-B4E0-F55B79DE019B-low.png JournalsOpens Hitachi Block Replication - Journals, listing the journals used in this replication.
NoteYou must manually refresh the journal information from the Hitachi Block Journals Inventory to ensure the current list of Journals is up to date
GUID-FF5E02CD-6622-4198-8BEE-C817CA396A64-low.png PoolsOpens Hitachi Block Replication - Pools, listing the pools used in this replication.
Note: You must manually refresh the pool information from the Hitachi Block Pools Inventory to ensure the current list of Pools is up to date
GUID-A458008E-7F51-445D-96CE-E5F815D51141-low.png Host GroupsOpens Hitachi Block Replication - Host Groups, listing the host groups for this replication.
Note: You must manually refresh the Host Group information from the Hitachi Block Host Groups Inventory to ensure the current list of Host groups is up to date
GUID-A0719493-D810-448E-9C68-B6F53ED6880A-low.png Logical DevicesOpens Hitachi Block Replication - Logical Devices, listing the LDEVs in this replication.
NoteYou must manually refresh the Logical Device information from the Hitachi Block Logical Devices Inventory to ensure the current list of Logical Devices is up to date
GUID-1483E565-E095-4E51-9DB9-43432DB51694-low.png PairsOpens Hitachi Block Replication - Pairs, listing the pairs in this replication.
Hitachi Block Add to Host Groups Dialog

This dialog is displayed when adding an existing replication S-VOL to another host group(s).

Add to Host Groups Dialog
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ControlDescription
Host GroupsSpecify zero or more host groups that Protector will configure to provide access to the S-VOL.

Click the Add Host Group button to insert another Host Group selection control.

Click the Remove button next to a Host Group selection control to delete it.

Note

If a LUN path to be created already exists, Protector will not attempt to add it again, or to change its ID.

The specified host groups must be in the same resource group as the secondary volumes.

For GAD replications, if the host group names and port IDs match between primary and secondary storage nodes, Protector will attempt to match the LUN IDs used for the S-VOLs with those of the respective P-VOLs. If this cannot be achieved then a warning will be logged and the next available LUN ID will be used.

Hitachi Block Remove from Host Groups Dialog

This dialog is displayed when removing an existing replication S-VOL from a host group(s).

Remove from Host Groups Dialog
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ControlDescription
Host GroupsSpecify one or more host groups to remove the S-VOL from.

Click the check box next to the Host Group(s) from which the S-VOL is to be removed.

NoteIt is not possible to remove the last remaining Host Group if the S-VOL still has replication or snapshot pairings.
Hitachi Block Replication - Journals

Lists the journals used in a particular UR replication.

Replication Journals
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ControlDescription
GUID-F3994EE7-99EF-4560-AD6B-8FC9ADE162D3-low.pngExpandOpens the <Hitachi Block Journal Expansion Dialog> to enable the capacity of the selected journal to be increased.
Replication Journals listEach journal is listed, along with its attributes.
Hitachi Block Replication - Pools

Lists the pools used in a particular replication.

Replication Pools
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ControlDescription
Replication Pools listEach pool is listed, along with its attributes.
Hitachi Block Replication - Host Groups

Lists the Host Groups used in a particular replication.

Replication Host Groups
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ControlDescription
Replication Host Groups listEach host group is listed, along with its attributes.
Hitachi Block Replication - Logical Devices

Lists the LDEVs used in a particular replication.

Replication Logical Devices
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ControlDescription
Replication LDEVs listEach LDEV is listed, along with its attributes.
Hitachi Block Replication - Pairs

Lists the pairs in a particular replication. Depending on pair type, this data is collected from [pairdisplay] or [raidcom get snapshot] – for more information about certain context-sensitive values, please consult the relevant CCI documentation.

Replication Pairs
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ControlDescription
IDDisplays the ID of this LDEV.
StorageDisplays the serial number of the storage array hosting this LDEV.
StatusDisplays the status for this LDEV in this pair (eg COPY, PAIR, PSUS, SSUS, SSWS).
AttributeDisplays the attribute for this LDEV in this pair (eg P-VOL, S-VOL, SMPL).
%Displays the % value for this LDEV in this pair. The meaning of this value is context-sensitive, depending upon the pair status and pair type.
MDisplays the M value for this LDEV in this pair. The meaning of this value is context-sensitive, depending upon the pair status and pair type.
I/O ModeDisplays the I/O Mode for this LDEV (eg L/M, B/B). Only populated for pairs of type [Active-Active Remote Clone].
Direction (no column header)Displays an arrow pointing from P-VOL to S-VOL.
Mirror UnitDisplays the mirror unit for the P-VOL of this pair.
TypeDisplays the type of this pair (eg [SI], [TC]).
Fence LevelDisplays the fence level for this pair. Only populated for pairs of remote replication types.
QuorumDisplays the quorum ID for this pair. Only populated for pairs of type [Active-Active Remote Clone].
Replication Pairs listEach pair is listed, identifying the source LDEV's properties on the left and the destination LDEV's properties on the right, separated by an arrow indicating the direction of the replication.
Filter by Original Primary Volume StatusFilters the list by local volume status.
Filter by Original Primary Volume AttributeFilters the list by local volume attribute.
Filter by Original Secondary Volume StatusFilters the list by remote volume status.
Filter by Original Secondary Volume AttributeFilters the list by remote volume attribute.

Generation 1 Repository Details

This page displays the details of a Gen1 Repository and enables you to monitor its activities, state and the snapshots stored within it.

Repository Details
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ControlDescription
GUID-FF937C6E-2C7B-44F8-A45E-A600DC6AB088-low.png MountMounts the repository to either its original location or to an alternative location. If the repository is being mounted to an alternate location, a full resynchronization will be required.
GUID-3B428D68-FFB0-4672-98C5-291636F41859-low.png UnmountUnmounts the repository.
JobsIndicates the number of In Progress jobs as well as the Failed and Completed jobs in the last 72 hours. The Jobs link opens the Jobs Inventory.
LogsIndicates the number of New Errors, Errors and Warnings in the last 72 hours. New errors are errors that have not been acknoleged. The Logs link opens the Logs Inventory.
Storage DetailsIndicates the following:
  • Physical size of the repository as well as the used space within the physical size
  • Disk space statistics - used, free and total
Stores DetailsIndicates the number of Stores within the Repository and the size of each store. The Stores link opens the Gen1 Repository Stores Inventory.
ConfigurationIndicates the following:
  • The proxy node – The node hosting the repository
  • The generation of the repository (Generation 1 or 2)
  • Encrypted -yes/no
StatisticsIndicates the following:
  • Queues - indicates the background activities being performed.
  • Synchronizations
  • Capacity
  • Disk I/O (Megabytes/second)

Gen1 Repository Stores Inventory

This inventory lists all the Stores within a Repository.

Repository Stores Inventory
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ControlDescription
GUID-2C0F0007-8056-4396-AE2D-84F4B31CEFAF-low.png ResynchronizeEnabled when one or more Stores are selected. Opens the Resynchronize Repository Store Dialog to resynchronize the stores with their sources.
GUID-59823DEE-0BAF-4092-BB81-C1413E4CDC31-low.png ValidateEnabled when one or more Stores are selected. Validates the contents of the store against the respective source nodes.
NoteValidation is done for checksums of data on the source machine against those in the repository stores. Checksums for data in repository stores that are tiered to the cloud are not validated against checksums held on the cloud storage platform.
GUID-BF8D9748-2BD9-4559-8A4E-CD7B21FFE9F9-low.png User SnapshotEnabled when only one Store is selected. Opens the Create Repository User Snapshot Dialog to create a single snapshot of the whole store – not just an individual policy.
Note User Snapshots are retained forever or until they are manually deleted.
GUID-C06C9D94-4B99-4317-AFE8-EF7DB67C63CB-low.png DeleteEnabled when one or more Stores are selected. This option is only available if the store is inactive – that is, no active policies currently transfer data to a store with this name. Selecting it will delete this store and all the snapshots contained within it.
GUID-EFED2530-3660-40FF-AECF-B75387D565C8-low.png Existing Store(s)Opens the Gen1 Repository Store Details enabling you to view and perform operations on the store.
Filter on Source NodeFilters the displayed results based on the Source node from which data is being ingested.
Filter on PolicyFilters the displayed results based on the Policy for which the store is used.
Filter on TypeFilters the displayed results based on the Store Type selected.
Resynchronize Repository Store Dialog

This dialog is displayed prior to a Repository Store being resynchronized by the user. It presents additional functions that can be performed during a resynchronization.

Resynchronize Store Dialog
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ControlDescription
Check all files during resynchronizationIgnores file modification date and checks every file for changes.
Create persistent snapshotOnce the resynchronization is complete, a persistent snapshot will be created. This snapshot will be retained indefinitely, but can be manually deleted.
Resynchronize twice, initially ignoring live changesTwo resynchronizations will be performed. The first will ignore any live changes that are made; the second will not ignore them. This option is only valid for a live policy and is ignored when using batch. It is used when there are problems with disk cache overflow. Using this option will reduce the disk usage.
Create Repository User Snapshot Dialog

This dialog is displayed when a User Snapshot is being created.

Create User Snapshot Dialog
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ControlDescription
Snapshot LabelEnter a name to identify the snapshot.
Gen1 Repository Store Details

This page provides details of a Store within a Repository and contains an inventory of all the Snapshots within that Store.

Repository Store Details
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ControlDescription
GUID-2C0F0007-8056-4396-AE2D-84F4B31CEFAF-low.png ResynchronizeOpens the Resynchronize Repository Store Dialog to resynchronize the stores with their sources.
GUID-59823DEE-0BAF-4092-BB81-C1413E4CDC31-low.png ValidateValidates the contents of the store against the respective source nodes.
GUID-BF8D9748-2BD9-4559-8A4E-CD7B21FFE9F9-low.png User SnapshotOpens the Create Repository User Snapshot Dialog to create a single snapshot containing all the data in the store at that point in time. The snapshot is of the whole store – not just an individual policy. The data from all policies whose destination is that store will be contained within the same user snapshot.
Note User snapshots are retained forever or until they are manually deleted.
GUID-C06C9D94-4B99-4317-AFE8-EF7DB67C63CB-low.png DeleteThis option is only available if the store is inactive – that is, no active policies currently transfer data to a store with this name. Selecting it will delete this store and all the snapshots contained within it.
GUID-DCA0BBA2-5A53-41C9-93E8-1CAFC8D9CC2A-low.png RestoreEnabled only when a single snapshot is selected. Restores the snapshot. Opens the Restore Repository Snapshot Wizard - File System to guide you through the process.
GUID-E6FD61CD-EF4F-43EA-87F3-DA2F939E0985-low.png AnalyzeEnabled only when a single snapshot is selected. Analyzes the snapshot to provide details about file count, size and changes. This is done on an individual snapshot and can take a few seconds to several minutes to complete depending on repository load and snapshot size.
GUID-5AF9709C-BC0F-419E-94A9-3D659026ACB2-low.png Change RetentionEnabled only when one or more snapshots are selected. Opens the Change Repository Snapshot Retention Dialog
GUID-C06C9D94-4B99-4317-AFE8-EF7DB67C63CB-low.png DeleteEnabled only when one or more snapshots are selected. Deletes the selected snapshots.
NoteThe latest snapshot cannot be deleted by the user. Also, if the snapshot is the only one remaining in the store then it will not be automatically retired. This provides a safeguard in the scenario where backups fail for a period of time, since at least one backup will be retained.
GUID-BE9FE34F-7D75-4E2B-A3B9-A068835415B2-low.pngSnapshot(s)Opens the Repository Snapshot Details (Storage) - File System to enable you to view the snapshot and perform operations on it.
Filter on Date RangeFilters the displayed results based on the dates entered in the Date Time Range Picker.
Repository Snapshot Details (Storage) - File System

This page provides details of a Snapshot within a Store and contains an inventory of all the Files within that Snapshots.

NoteThe Restore UI contains a similar page (Repository Snapshot Details (Restore) - File System ) with different data and fewer options.
Repository Snapshot Details
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ControlDescription
GUID-DCA0BBA2-5A53-41C9-93E8-1CAFC8D9CC2A-low.png Restore SnapshotRestores the snapshot. Opens the Restore Repository Snapshot Wizard - File System to guide you through the process.
GUID-E6FD61CD-EF4F-43EA-87F3-DA2F939E0985-low.png Analyze SnapshotAnalyzes the snapshot to provide details about file count, size and changes. This is done on an individual snapshot and can take a few seconds to several minutes to complete depending on repository load and snapshot size.
GUID-5AF9709C-BC0F-419E-94A9-3D659026ACB2-low.png Change RetentionEnabled only when one or more snapshots are selected. Opens the Change Repository Snapshot Retention Dialog
GUID-C06C9D94-4B99-4317-AFE8-EF7DB67C63CB-low.png DeleteSchedules the snapshot for deletion. The snapshot is not deleted immediately. No further operations can be performed on a snapshot pending deletion.
SummaryProvides summary information about the snapshot.
Analysis DetailsIndicates details about file count, size and changes. It includes the logical size of all files contained within the snapshot.
Files System ContentsDisplays the entire directory structure and files contained within this snapshot.
Repository Snapshot Details (Storage) - VMware
This page provides details of a VMware Snapshot within a Store and contains an inventory of all the files within that snapshot.
NoteThe Restore UI contains a similar page (Repository Snapshot Details (Restore) - VMware ) with different data and fewer options.
Repository Snapshot Details
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ControlDescription
GUID-DCA0BBA2-5A53-41C9-93E8-1CAFC8D9CC2A-low.png Restore SnapshotRestores the snapshot. Opens the Restore from host based backup Wizard - VMware to guide you through the process.
GUID-E6FD61CD-EF4F-43EA-87F3-DA2F939E0985-low.png Analyze SnapshotAnalyzes the snapshot to provide details about file count, size and changes. This is done on an individual snapshot and can take a few seconds to several minutes to complete depending on repository load and snapshot size.
GUID-5AF9709C-BC0F-419E-94A9-3D659026ACB2-low.png Change RetentionEnabled only when a one or more snapshots are selected. Opens the Change Repository Snapshot Retention Dialog
GUID-C06C9D94-4B99-4317-AFE8-EF7DB67C63CB-low.png DeleteSchedules the snapshot for deletion. The snapshot is not deleted immediately. No further operations can be performed on a snapshot pending deletion.
SummaryProvides summary information about the snapshot.
Analysis DetailsIf the repository has never been analyzed then an Analyze button is displayed.

Otherwise, it indicates details about file count, size and changes. It includes the logical size of all files contained within the snapshot. Click the View Modified/New File List to show details of the modified or new files in this snapshot (see below).

Snapshot ContentsDisplays the entire contents within this snapshot.
New/Modified Files
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Change Repository Snapshot Retention Dialog
This dialog is displayed when the retention date of a snapshot is changed.
Change Snapshot Retention Dialog
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ControlDescription
Retention DateSelect the new date (using the Date Time Picker) after which the backup data will be retired

Generation 2 Repository Details

This page displays the details of a Gen2 Repository and enables you to monitor its activities, state and the snapshots stored within it.

Repository Details
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ControlDescription
GUID-FF937C6E-2C7B-44F8-A45E-A600DC6AB088-low.png MountMounts the repository to either its original location or to an alternative location. If the repository is being mounted to an alternate location, a full resynchronization will be required.
GUID-3B428D68-FFB0-4672-98C5-291636F41859-low.png UnmountUnmounts the repository.
JobsIndicates the number of In Progress jobs as well as the Failed and Completed jobs in the last 72 hours. The Jobs link opens the Jobs Inventory.
LogsIndicates the number of New Errors, Errors and Warnings in the last 72 hours. New errors are errors that have not been acknoleged. The Logs link opens the Logs Inventory.
Storage DetailsIndicates the following:
  • Active Size – The size of the active data within the repository. This can be smaller than the physical size of the repository, in this case the active size can grow without the physical size growing.
  • Free Space – The amount of free disk space available on the disk hosting the data part of the repository.
  • Volumes – Shows disk space statistics for each volume the repository is hosted on. Typically repository metadata and data are stored on different volumes.
Stores DetailsIndicates the number of Stores within the Repository and the size of each store. The Stores link opens the Gen2 Repository Stores Inventory.
ConfigurationIndicates the following:
  • The proxy node – The node hosting the repository
  • Generation - The generation of the
  • Encrypted - Enabled / Disabled
  • Cloud Optimized – Enables efficient transfer of data from the repository to cloud storage
  • Single Instancing – Identical streams (files) are only stored once

Gen2 Repository Stores Inventory

This inventory lists all the Stores within a Repository.

Gen2 Repository Stores Inventory
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ControlDescription
GUID-2DB31664-7FB9-441F-8595-06A8E5A178EF-low.pngRenameEnabled when one Store is selected. This option renames the selected store and can be changed with affecting operations.
GUID-6F04096D-C764-426F-A886-15ABE65CD9D5-low.pngRepurposeEnabled when one store is selected. This option should only be used in very specific disaster recovery situations and under the guidance of customer support.
GUID-C06C9D94-4B99-4317-AFE8-EF7DB67C63CB-low.png DeleteEnabled when one or more Stores are selected. This option is only available if the store is inactive – that is, no active policies currently transfer data to a store with this name. Selecting it will delete this store and all the snapshots contained within it.
GUID-EFED2530-3660-40FF-AECF-B75387D565C8-low.png Existing Store(s)Opens the Generation 2 Repository Details enabling you to view and perform operations on the store.
Filter on NameFilters the displayed results based on the name of the store.
Filter on StatusFilters the displayed results based on the status of the store.
Filter on Source NodeFilters the displayed results based on the Source node from which data is being ingested.
Filter on DataflowFilters the displayed results based on the Dataflow for which the store is used.
Filter on PolicyFilters the displayed results based on the Policy for which the store is used.
Gen2 Repository Store Details

This page provides details of a Store within a Repository and contains an inventory of all the Snapshots within that Store.

Gen2 Repository Store Details
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ControlDescription
GUID-2DB31664-7FB9-441F-8595-06A8E5A178EF-low.pngRenameEnabled when one Store is selected. This option renames the selected store and can be changed with affecting operations.
GUID-6F04096D-C764-426F-A886-15ABE65CD9D5-low.pngRepurposeEnabled when one store is selected. This option should only be used in very specific disaster recovery situations and under the guidance of customer support.
GUID-DCA0BBA2-5A53-41C9-93E8-1CAFC8D9CC2A-low.pngRestoreEnabled only when a single snapshot is selected. Restores the snapshot. Opens the Restore Repository Snapshot Wizard - File System to guide you through the process..
GUID-2A3F83A2-F935-4A77-8E24-96B29AB8D768-low.pngChange RetentionEnabled only when one or more snapshots are selected. Opens the Change Repository Snapshot Retention Dialog
GUID-39C4EFEF-A8B8-45DB-AE0D-4E606A0AAD56-low.pngTransfer OwnershipEnabled only when one or more snapshots are selected. Allows the ownership of the recovery point to be changed. By changing the owning resource to a node that a user has access to enables the user to see and act upon the recovery point.
GUID-C06C9D94-4B99-4317-AFE8-EF7DB67C63CB-low.png DeleteEnabled only when one or more snapshots are selected. Deletes the selected snapshots.
NoteThe latest snapshot cannot be deleted by the user. Also, if the snapshot is the only one remaining in the store then it will not be automatically retired. This provides a safeguard in the scenario where backups fail for a period of time, since at least one backup will be retained.
Filter on Date RangeFilters the displayed results based on the dates entered in the Date Time Range Picker.
Repository Snapshot Details (Storage) - File System

Thispage provides details of a Recovery Point within a Store and contains an inventory of all the Files within that Recovery Point

Gen2 Repository Recovery Point Details
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ControlDescription
GUID-DCA0BBA2-5A53-41C9-93E8-1CAFC8D9CC2A-low.png RestoreRestores the snapshot. Opens the Restore Repository Snapshot Wizard - File System to guide you through the process.
GUID-5AF9709C-BC0F-419E-94A9-3D659026ACB2-low.png Change RetentionEnabled only when one or more snapshots are selected. Opens the Change Repository Snapshot Retention Dialog
GUID-39C4EFEF-A8B8-45DB-AE0D-4E606A0AAD56-low.png Transfer OwnershipAllows the ownership of the record to be changed. By changing the owning resource to a node that a user has access to enables the user to see and act upon the record.
CalculateCalculates the amount of space that would be freed in the repository if this recovery point was deleted.
Files System ContentsDisplays the entire directory structure and files contained within this snapshot.

Cloud Storage Details

This page displays the details of either an Amazon S3 or HCP container. It enables you to monitor its activities, state and the snapshots stored within it.

Cloud Details
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ControlDescription
JobsIndicates the number of In Progress jobs as well as the Failed and Completed jobs in the last 72 hours. The Jobs link opens the Jobs Inventory.
LogsIndicates the number of New Errors, Errors and Warnings in the last 72 hours. New errors are errors that have not been acknowledged. The Logs link opens the Logs Inventory.
Storage DetailsIndicates the following for HCP:
  • The used size
  • The total capacity

Indicates the following for S3:

  • The used size
Stores DetailsIndicates the number of Stores within the Cloud and the size of each store. The Stores link opens the Cloud Stores Inventory.
ConfigurationIndicates the following for HCP:
  • Proxy – The node hosting the HCP
  • Generation - The generation of the HCP node
  • Namespace - The HCP namespace used to store the data
  • Tenant Address – The address of the HCP Tenant

Indicates the following for S3

  • Proxy – The node hosting the S3
  • Bucket Name – The name of the bucket used to store the data
  • Region – The Amazon region the bucket is located

Cloud Stores Inventory

This inventory lists all the Stores within a Cloud. This screen is the same for all cloud types.

Cloud Stores Inventory
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ControlDescription
GUID-2DB31664-7FB9-441F-8595-06A8E5A178EF-low.pngRenameEnabled when one Store is selected. This option renames the selected store and can be changed with affecting operations.
GUID-6F04096D-C764-426F-A886-15ABE65CD9D5-low.pngRepurposeEnabled when one store is selected. This option should only be used in very specific disaster recovery situations and under the guidance of customer support.
GUID-C06C9D94-4B99-4317-AFE8-EF7DB67C63CB-low.png DeleteEnabled when one or more Stores are selected. This option is only available if the store is inactive – that is, no active policies currently transfer data to a store with this name. Selecting it will delete this store and all the snapshots contained within it.
Filter on NameFilters the displayed results based on the name of the store.
Filter on StatusFilters the displayed results based on the status of the store.
Filter on Source NodeFilters the displayed results based on the Source node from which data is being ingested.
Filter on DataflowFilters the displayed results based on the Dataflow for which the store is used.
Filter on PolicyFilters the displayed results based on the Policy for which the store is used.

Cloud Store Details

This page provides details of a Store within a Cloud and contains an inventory of all the Snapshots within that Store. The screen is the same for all cloud types.

Cloud Store Details
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ControlDescription
GUID-2DB31664-7FB9-441F-8595-06A8E5A178EF-low.pngRenameEnabled when one Store is selected. This option renames the selected store and can be changed with affecting operations.
GUID-6F04096D-C764-426F-A886-15ABE65CD9D5-low.pngRepurposeEnabled when one store is selected. This option should only be used in very specific disaster recovery situations and under the guidance of customer support.
GUID-DCA0BBA2-5A53-41C9-93E8-1CAFC8D9CC2A-low.pngRestoreEnabled only when a single snapshot is selected. Restores the snapshot. Opens the to guide you through the process.
GUID-2A3F83A2-F935-4A77-8E24-96B29AB8D768-low.pngChange RetentionEnabled only when one or more snapshots are selected. Opens the Change Repository Snapshot Retention Dialog
GUID-39C4EFEF-A8B8-45DB-AE0D-4E606A0AAD56-low.pngTransfer OwnershipEnabled only when one or more snapshots are selected. Allows the ownership of the recovery point to be changed. By changing the owning resource to a node that a user has access to enables the user to see and act upon the recovery point.
GUID-268BBA3A-6549-47AD-B1FC-D5221091439A-low.pngSet Expiry DateOpens the Hitachi Block Change Snapshot Expiry Date Dialog to enable the expiry date of the selected snapshot(s) to be modified.
GUID-29FAFE9E-0588-4A21-B55E-36D44826C114-low.png Transfer OwnerEnabled only when one or more snapshots are selected. Allows the ownership of the recovery point to be changed. By changing the owning resource to a node that a user has access to enables the user to see and act upon the recovery point.
GUID-C06C9D94-4B99-4317-AFE8-EF7DB67C63CB-low.png DeleteEnabled only when one or more snapshots are selected. Deletes the selected snapshots.
NoteThe latest snapshot cannot be deleted by the user. Also, if the snapshot is the only one remaining in the store then it will not be automatically retired. This provides a safeguard in the scenario where backups fail for a period of time, since at least one backup will be retained.
Filter on Date RangeFilters the displayed results based on the dates entered in the Date Time Range Picker.
Cloud Snapshot Details (Storage) - File System

This page provides details of a Recovery Point within a Store and contains an inventory of all the Files within that Recovery Point.

Cloud Recovery Point Details
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ControlDescription
GUID-DCA0BBA2-5A53-41C9-93E8-1CAFC8D9CC2A-low.pngRestoreRestores the snapshot. Opens the Restore Repository Snapshot Wizard - File System to guide you through the process..
GUID-2A3F83A2-F935-4A77-8E24-96B29AB8D768-low.pngChange RetentionEnabled only when one or more snapshots are selected. Opens the Change Repository Snapshot Retention Dialog
GUID-39C4EFEF-A8B8-45DB-AE0D-4E606A0AAD56-low.pngTransfer OwnershipAllows the ownership of the record to be changed. By changing the owning resource to a node that a user has access to enables the user to see and act upon the record.
CalculateAmazon S3 only, Calculates the amount of space that would be freed in the repository if this recovery point was deleted.

Storage Tasks

This section describes storage management tasks that users will perform with Ops Center Protector.

For further information, refer to:

How to view the status of a repository

Before you begin

It is assumed that a policy that creates repository snapshots has been implemented.

To view the status of a repository:

Procedure

  1. Click Storage on the Main Banner.

    The Storage Inventory is displayed.
  2. In the filters area, set the Type to Repository.

    The inventory now only lists Repository storage nodes.
  3. Click on the title of the tile corresponding to the required Repository.

    The Generation 1 Repository Details for the that Repository are displayed.
  4. Click one of the following buttons on the Generation 1 Repository Details:

How to view the contents of a snapshot in a repository store

Before you begin

It is assumed that a policy that creates repository snapshots has been implemented and that at least one snapshot has been created in the designated repository store.

To view the contents of a repository snapshot:

Procedure

  1. Click Storage on the Main Banner.

    The Storage Inventory is displayed.
  2. In the filters area, set the Type to Repository.

    The inventory now only lists Repository storage nodes.
  3. Click on the title of the tile corresponding to the required Repository.

    The Generation 1 Repository Details for that Repository are displayed.
  4. Click the Stores button on the Generation 1 Repository Details.

    The Gen1 Repository Stores Inventory is displayed.
  5. Click on the title of the tile corresponding to the required Store.

    Each Store tile indicates the Source Node and Policy it is associated with.The Gen1 Repository Store Details for the that Store are displayed.
  6. Click on the title of the tile corresponding to the required Snapshot.

    Each Snapshot tile indicates the Date and Time when it was created.The Repository Snapshot Details (Storage) - File System for the Snapshot are displayed.

How to view the status of a Hitachi Block storage device

Before you begin

It is assumed that a policy that creates Hitachi Block hardware snapshots has been implemented and that at least one snapshot has been created in the designated pool on the device.

To view the hardware status:

Procedure

  1. Click Storage on the Main Banner.

    The Storage Inventory is displayed.
  2. In the filters area, set the Type to Hitachi Block Device or Hitachi Logical Block Device.

    The inventory lists only Hitachi Block storage nodes.
  3. Click on the title of the tile corresponding to the required device.

    The Hitachi Block Device Details for the device are displayed.
  4. Click one of the following buttons on the Hitachi Block Device Details:

  5. Click on the title of a tile in the selected inventory to view the details for that item.

 

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