DELL Technologies 4.1 Storage Center Management Pack User Guide
- June 12, 2024
- DELL Technologies
Table of Contents
- DELL Technologies 4.1 Storage Center Management Pack
- Product Information
- New Features
- Microsoft System Center Operations Manager
- Product Usage Instructions
- Revision History
- Installation Requirements
- Known Issues
- Contacting Dell
- References
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
DELL Technologies 4.1 Storage Center Management Pack
Product Information
Storage Center Management Pack Version 4.1
The Storage Center Management Pack Version 4.1 is a software tool designed to enhance the functionality of Microsoft System Center Operations Manager. It provides support for Dell Storage Manager and System Center Virtual Machine Manager, allowing users to monitor and manage their storage systems and virtual machines efficiently. The latest release, version 4.1, includes new features and enhancements to improve the user experience.
New Features
- Support for Dell Storage Manager 2018 R1
- Support for Dell Storage Manager 2019 R1
- Support for Microsoft System Center Operations Manager version 2016
- Support for Microsoft System Center Operations Manager version 2019
- Support for System Center Virtual Machine Manager version 2016
- Support for System Center Virtual Machine Manager version 2019
Installation Requirements
In order to install and use the Storage Center Management Pack Version 4.1, the following requirements must be met:
Microsoft System Center Operations Manager
- Supported Versions: SCOM 2012 R2, SCOM 2016, SCOM 2019
TLS 1.2 Protocol
To use Storage Manager 2018 and later versions, the server must have TLS 1.2 Protocol support. Please refer to the article “TLS 1.2 Protocol Support Deployment Guide for System Center 2012 R2” for the prerequisites.
Microsoft System Center Virtual Machine Manager (SCVMM)
- Supported Versions: SCVMM 2012 R2, SCVMM 2016, SCVMM 2019
Storage Manager
- Supported Versions: Dell Storage Manager 2016 R1, Dell Storage Manager 2018 R1, Dell Storage Manager 2019 R1
Storage Center Operating System
The version of the Storage Center Operating System must be compatible with the supported version of Storage Manager.
Dell EMC Storage Systems
The following storage systems are supported:
- SCv2000 series
- SCv3000 series
- SC4020
- SC5020/SC5020F
- SC7020/SC7020F
- SC8000
- SC9000
Operating System
The following Windows Server operating system versions are supported:
- Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2
- Microsoft Windows Server 2016
- Microsoft Windows Server 2019
Microsoft .NET Framework
The system must have Microsoft .NET Framework 4.0 or later installed.
Processor
The system must have an x64 processor.
Memory
Please refer to the System Center documentation website for the latest memory requirements.
Network Connection
A Gigabit Ethernet connection is highly recommended by Dell EMC. The server must have visibility to each monitored Storage Center.
TCP Port
By default, port 3033 is used for communication between the Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) Provider and the Storage Manager Data Collector.
Server
The server must be monitored by SCOM and have a monitoring agent installed.
Product Usage Instructions
To use the Storage Center Management Pack Version 4.1, follow these steps:
- Ensure that your server meets all the installation requirements mentioned above.
- If you are upgrading from version 4.0.1 to 4.1 and using SCOM 2012 R2, note that the upgrade is not required as there are no new features added in the 4.1 release for SCOM 2012 R2.
- Download the Storage Center Management Pack Version 4.1 from the official Dell website or any authorized distribution channel.
- Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process.
- Once the installation is complete, launch Microsoft System Center Operations Manager.
- Configure the necessary settings and credentials to connect to the Storage Manager and System Center Virtual Machine Manager.
- Start monitoring and managing your storage systems and virtual machines using the features provided by the Storage Center Management Pack.
Known Issues
The following known issue exists in this release:
| Issue | Description | Workaround |
|---|---|---|
| SCOM-72 | VM host iSCSI volumes are not populating in Microsoft SCOM | |
| 2019. | View iSCSI VM host volumes by remotely connecting to SCVMM 2019 |
host.
Storage Center Management Pack Version 4.1 Release Notes
- This document introduces a new features, enhancements, and known issues in the Storage Center Management Pack for
- Microsoft System Center Operations Manager.
- Current Release Version: 4.1
- Release Date: 2019-08
- Previous Release Version: 4.0.1
Topics
- Revision History
- New in This Release
- Installation Requirements
- Known Issues
- Contacting Dell
Revision History
Table 1. Document revision history
Revision Date Description
- A: August 2019 Version 4.1 release
- B: June 2023 Removed broken hyperlinks
New in This Release
Storage Center Management Pack v4.1 has added the following new functionality.
- Support for Dell Storage Manager 2018 R1
- Support for Dell Storage Manager 2019 R1
- Support for Microsoft System Center Operations Manager version 2016
- Support for Microsoft System Center Operations Manager version 2019
- Support for System Center Virtual Machine Manager version 2016
- Support for System Center Virtual Machine Manager version 2019
Installation Requirements
The following table provides the installation requirements for the Storage
Center Management Pack Version 4.1.
NOTE: The Management pack upgrade from 4.0.1 to 4.1 is not required for
SCOM 2012 R2 as there are no new features added in SCOM 4.1 release.
Table 2. Installation Requirements
| Requirement | Description |
|---|---|
| Microsoft System Center Operations Manager | The server must meet all SCOM |
requirements and must be one of the following supported versions:
Requirement| Description
---|---
| ● SCOM 2012 R2
● SCOM 2016
● SCOM 2019
TLS 1.2 Protocol| To use Storage Manager 2018 and later, follow the
prerequisites described in the article TLS 1.2 Protocol Support Deployment
Guide for System Center 2012 R2.
Microsoft System Center Virtual Machine Manager (SCVMM)| The following
versions of SCVMM are supported:
● SCVMM 2012 R2
● SCVMM 2016
● SCVMM 2019
Storage Manager| ● Dell Storage Manager 2016 R1
● Dell Storage Manager 2018 R1
● Dell Storage Manager 2019 R1
Storage Center Operating System| The Storage Center Operating System version
depends on the version supported by Storage Manager.
Dell EMC Storage Systems| The following storage systems are supported:
● SCv2000 series
● SCv3000 series
● SC4020
● SC5020/SC5020F
● SC7020/SC7020F
● SC8000
● SC9000
Operating System| The following Windows Server operating system versions are supported:
● Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2
● Microsoft Windows Server 2016
● Microsoft Windows Server 2019
Microsoft .NET Framework| Microsoft .NET Framework 4.0 or later
Processor| x64
Memory| See the System Center documentation website for the latest memory requirements.
Network Connection| ● Gigabit Ethernet is highly recommended by Dell
EMC
● Visibility to each monitored Storage Center
TCP Port| By default, port 3033 is used for communication between the Windows
Management Instrumentation (WMI) Provider and the Storage Manager Data
Collector.
Server| Must be monitored by SCOM and have a monitoring agent installed.
Known Issues
The following table lists known issues in this release of the Dell Storage Center Management Pack for Microsoft System Center Operations Manager.
| Issue | Description |
|---|---|
| SCOM-72 | VM host iSCSI volumes are not populating in Microsoft SCOM 2019. |
Workaround: View iSCSI VM host volumes by remotely connecting to SCVMM 2019 host.
| Issue | Description |
|---|---|
| SCOM-38 | If version 4.0 of the Storage Center Management Pack is installed, |
running the version 4.0.1 installer does not prompt for the update. Instead, it proceeds with the update because it is
a minor build update. After the update completes, verify in Add/Remove programs that the version number is updated to version 4.0.1.
Contacting Dell
- Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and service options. Availability varies by country and product, and some services might not be available in your area.
- To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer service issues, go to https://www.dell.com/support.
- For customized support, type your system service tag on the support page and click Search.
- For general support, browse the product list on the support page and select your product.
Notes, cautions, and warnings
NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better
use of your product.
CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss
of data and tells you how to avoid the problem.
WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal
injury, or death.
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References
- System Center documentation | Microsoft Learn
- TLS 1.2 Protocol Support Deployment Guide for System Center 2012 R2 - Microsoft Support
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