• iSCSI initiators and MPX200 iSCSI ports can be in different IP subnets. This requires setting the
MPX200 iSCSI gateway feature. See “MPX200 configuration options” on page 21 and Appendix
B on page 185 for more information.
• Both single-path and multipath initiators are supported on the same MPX200.
• Fibre Channel LUNs and iSCSI LUNs are not supported on the same server.
Apple Mac OS X iSCSI initiator rules and guidelines
The Apple Mac OS X iSCSI initiator supports the following:
• Power PC and Intel Power Mac G5, Xserve, Mac Pro
• ATTO Technology Mac driver
• iSNS
• CHAP
iSCSI initiator operating system considerations follow:
• Host-mode setting—Apple Mac OS X
• Multipathing—Not supported
Microsoft Windows iSCSI initiator rules and guidelines
The Microsoft Windows iSCSI initiator supports the following:
• Microsoft iSCSI initiator versions 2.08 and 2.07
• Microsoft iSCSI Initiator for Windows 2008, Vista, and Windows 7
• Multipath on MPX200 single-blade or dual-blade configurations
iSCSI initiator operating system considerations follow:
• Host-mode setting—Microsoft Windows 2008 or Windows 2003
• Tcp1323Opts parameter (registry)—Must have a value of DWord=2 under the setting
NOTE:
The Tcp1323Opts parameter is set automatically by the HP StorageWorks MPX200 for Enterprise
Virtual Array Windows software kit, which is available at
http://h18006.www1.h p.com/products/storageworks/evaiscsiconnect/index.html .
CAUTION:
Using the Registry Editor incorrectly can cause serious problems that may require reinstallation of the
operating system. Use Registry Editor at your own risk. Back up the registry before you make any
changes.
Linux iSCSI initiator rules and guidelines
The Linux iSCSI initiator supports the following:
• Red Hat Linux and SUSE Linux
• Multipath using HP Device Mapper
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