Download 3par management console: A standalone product for HPE Primera systems
How to Download 3PAR Management Console
If you are looking for a way to manage your HPE Primera storage systems with ease and efficiency, you might want to consider downloading and installing the 3PAR Management Console. This is a standalone product that allows you to administer all connected InServ arrays from a single management window, including systems used for remote replication. In this article, we will show you what is 3PAR Management Console, how to download and install it, how to use it, and some alternatives to it.
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What is 3PAR Management Console?
3PAR Management Console is a software product that provides a graphical user interface (GUI) for managing HPE Primera storage systems. It consists of two consoles:
Administrator Console allows you to add, edit, remove, connect, and disconnect HPE Primera systems and manage certificates for them.
Management Console allows you to manage the HPE Primera systems and provides access to the various features.
Features and benefits of 3PAR Management Console
Some of the features and benefits of using 3PAR Management Console are:
It simplifies storage management by allowing you to monitor and configure multiple storage systems from a single pane of glass.
It provides visibility into the performance, capacity, health, and availability of your storage systems.
It enables you to perform tasks such as creating volumes, provisioning storage, setting policies, scheduling tasks, managing snapshots, replicating data, and more.
It supports advanced features such as adaptive optimization, dynamic optimization, peer persistence, peer motion, virtual copy, remote copy, file persona, and more.
It integrates with other HPE products such as InfoSight, OneView, StoreOnce, StoreEver, and more.
Requirements and compatibility of 3PAR Management Console
Before you download and install 3PAR Management Console, you need to make sure that your system meets the following requirements:
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You need a Windows or Linux server with at least 8 GB of RAM and 20 GB of free disk space.
You need a web browser that supports HTML5 such as Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or Safari.
You need an internet connection to download the software package and access online help.
You need an account with administrator privileges on the server where you install the software.
You also need to check the compatibility and interoperability of your storage systems with the software. For the current and detailed information on supported browsers, server models, firmware versions, and operating systems, you can access SSMC support matrix information in SPOCK.
How to download and install 3PAR Management Console
To download and install 3PAR Management Console on your server, you can follow these steps:
Step 1: Go to the HPE support website
The first step is to go to the where you can find the software details and download link for 3PAR Management Console. You can also search for the product name or the product number (QW917A) in the search box.
Step 2: Select the latest version of 3PAR Management Console
The next step is to select the latest version of 3PAR Management Console from the list of available versions. The latest version as of June 2023 is 3.8.1. You can click on the version number to see the release notes, user guide, and installation guide for the software.
Step 3: Download the software package
The third step is to download the software package for your server operating system. You can choose between Windows or Linux packages, depending on your preference. The file size is about 1 GB and the file name is HPE_3PAR_Mgmt_Console_3.8.1_Windows.zip or HPE_3PAR_Mgmt_Console_3.8.1_Linux.tar.gz. You can click on the download button and save the file to your desired location.
Step 4: Run the installer and follow the instructions
The final step is to run the installer and follow the instructions on the screen. You need to extract the zip or tar file and double-click on the setup.exe or setup.sh file. You need to accept the license agreement, choose the installation directory, and configure the port number and service name for the software. You also need to create a password for the default administrator account (admin). The installation process may take a few minutes to complete.
How to use 3PAR Management Console
After you have successfully installed 3PAR Management Console on your server, you can start using it to manage your HPE Primera storage systems. You can access the software by opening your web browser and typing in the URL of your server followed by the port number and service name that you configured during installation. For example, if your server IP address is 192.168.1.100, your port number is 8080, and your service name is SSMC, you can type in in your browser.
Administrator Console
The first console that you will see when you log in to 3PAR Management Console is the Administrator Console. This console allows you to add, edit, remove, connect, and disconnect HPE Primera systems and manage certificates for them.
How to add, edit, remove, connect, and disconnect HPE Primera systems
To add a new HPE Primera system to 3PAR Management Console, you need to click on the Add System button on the top right corner of the console. You need to enter the system name, IP address, username, and password of the system that you want to add. You also need to select whether you want to use HTTPS or HTTP protocol and whether you want to enable auto-discovery of remote systems. You can click on Test Connection to verify that the connection is successful and then click on Add System to complete the process.
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