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Table Of ContentsDell EMC VPLEX Family Ordering Information and Configuration Guidelines2Revision History21 Getting Started31.1VPLEX Clusters & SW Licensing options31.2Ordering VPLEX in MyQuotes61.3New Solution Hardware Ordering Path61.4New Solution Software Ordering Path91.5Hardware Upgrade Options111.6Software Upgrade Options161.7 Special Case: Hardware Only Order for Dell EMC TLA Sales172Software Licensing Options182.1 XtremIO X-Brick Licensing (not applicable to X2)182.2Frame Based Licensing182.3Capacity SW Licensing182.4Large Capacity License192.5One to One Continuous Availability (1:1CA) License (EMEA & LATAM Only)202.6VPLEX SW Entitlement and Activation212.7 Storage Monitoring and Reporting for VPLEX222.8Dell EMC Storage Analytics (ESA)223VS2 to VS6 Hardware Upgrades233.1VS2 to VS6 GenU Hardware kits233.2 VS2 to VS6 License Transfer244VPLEX Professional Services255 VPLEX Support Options285.1VS2/VS6:285.2VPLEX for All Flash Appliance306Educational Services317 Configuration Examples317.1Example 1, Local Capacity & Metro Capacity for Distributed virtual volumes317.2Example 2, Local Capacity & Metro Capacity for Distributed+Remote virtual volumes327.3Example 3, Local Upgrade to Metro frame-based327.4Example 4, VPLEX Local & Array Tech Refresh33Dell EMC VPLEX Family Ordering Information and Configuration GuidelinesRevision HistoryRevision DateDescriptionFeb 20, 2018 Major update with reorganized format and content, including Professional Services ProSupport optionsMay, 2018Removal of VPLEX VS1 due to product EOSL. September, 2018VPLEX eLicensing adoption (section 2.6) and various workflow updates, including HW only order for TLA option. 1 Getting StartedThis document provides an overview of Dell EMC VPLEX configuration rules, software licensing options and ordering guidelines. 1.1VPLEX Clusters & SW Licensing optionsDell EMC VPLEX is a SW and HW combined solution that delivers continuous availability and data mobility across arrays and datacenters. A VPLEX cluster can be a single, dual, or a quad engine size. Currently there are two hardware engine platforms in the VPLEX family which are VS6 and VS2. All engines in a VPLEX cluster must be of the same hardware platform, meaning all VS6 engines, or all VS2 engines. See table 1 & 2 for hardware platform informationVPLEX Local & VPLEX Metro: VPLEX also offers two different topology configurations for deployment which are VPLEX Local and VPLEX Metro. VPLEX Local supports storage arrays located in a single data center, and VPLEX Metro support arrays across data centers in synchronous replication distance. VPLEX Metro requires two VPLEX clusters of the same generation hardware platform, one at each side of the Metro data centers. The Metro interconnect technology can be Metro over IP, using MetroIP WAN Communication hardware module or Metro Fibre Channel, using Metro FC WAN Comm hardware module. We do not support VPLEX Metro of mixed generation deployment, using VS2 cluster on one site and VS6 at the other site. Please note that when ordering these products through MyQuotes, hardware and software, along with services for each cluster, you have to configure each cluster separately. For a VPLEX Metro order, you are required to do two separate iterations through the ordering path to configure both clusters.VPLEX Software Licensing for Dell EMC arrays: VPLEX offers many different licensing options to support different storage array types, including capacity based, frame based, or X-Brick based licensing options. See table 3 and SW licensing section for detailed information and upgrade rules. VPLEX SW Entitlement and Activation: Starting in Sep 2018, VPLEX SW ordering in MyQuotes generates SW quotes using models referencing the common Digital Licensing fulfillment processes. There is no impact to the sales and quoting procedures but customer actions are required to complete the SW activation as part of the product installation. Refer to section 2.6 VPLEX SW Entitlement & Activation for more detail. VPLEX for All Flash is a packaged option designed to simplify sales process to increase VPLEX with All Flash array (i.e. XtremIO/VMAX AF/UNITY AF) opportunities. It is a VPLEX hardware and software combined package with Dell EMC appliance based pricing, allowing unlimited capacity of All Flash arrays managed under VPLEX. VPLEX for All Flash is available for VS2 and VS6 platforms. We currently do not have a program to convert traditional VS2 upgrade to VPLEX for All Flash package. VPLEX for All Flash (VAF) is for new sales. We support the existing VS2 generational upgrade to a new VS6 for All Flash and allow the migration of the existing VPLEX licenses under VS2 to the new VS6 for All Flash, including non-All Flash frame based license options. See table 3 and SW licensing section for detailed information and upgrade rules. Table 1: VS2 Hardware Platform Cluster ConfigurationsClusterSingle EngineDual EngineQuad Engine# Engines / Cluster124# Directors248# Front End 8G/Sec Fibre Channel Ports81632# Back End 8 G/Sec Fibre Channel Ports81632Capacity of DRAMGB Cache72144288Management Servers(external to VPLEX engine)111# of Engine Power Supplies124# of 8-Port FC Switches022# of Switch Power Supplies022Table 2: VS6 Hardware Platform Cluster ConfigurationsClusterSingle EngineDual EngineQuad Engine# Engines / Cluster124# Directors248# Front End 16Gb/Sec Fibre Channel Ports81632# Back End 16Gb/Sec Fibre Channel Ports81632Capacity of DRAM GB Cache256GB 512 GB 1,024 GB Management Servers(in VPLEX base engine, the single engine configuration)2, Embedded 2, Embedded2, Embedded# of 12-Port IB Switches022Table 3: VPLEX software licensing options for VPLEX cluster under Local and Metro configurations. Platform Deployment Topology & Licensing OptionsVPLEX LocalVPLEX MetroLicense Option Arrays supportedLicense Option Array supportedVS2 for All-Flash & VS6 for All-FlashUnlimited for Dell EMC All Flash arraysDell EMC All-Flash arraysUnlimited for Dell EMC All Flash Arrays (includes Local license)Dell EMC All-Flash arraysVS2 & VS6 Single, dual or quad engine size clusterX-Brick XtremIO X1, (not X2) X-Brick XtremIO X1, (not X2) Frame based VNX, Unity hybrid/All-Flash, Dell SCFrame based VNX, Unity hybrid/All-Flash, Dell SCFor EMEA & S.A. Only1 to 1 CA, single engine cluster configurationVNX, UNITY Hybrid/All-Flash, Dell SC Frame based Capacity VMAX2/3, All-Flash, XtremIO, X2, VNX, UNITY Hybrid/AF, Dell SC & 3rd party (see ESSM)Capacity (a la carte purchase from Local capacity) VMAX2/3, All-Flash, XtremIO, X2, VNX, UNITY Hybrid/AF, Dell SC & 3rd party (see ESSM)Large Capacity (unlimited) Same as above Large Capacity (includes Local Large Cap license) Same as above VS2/6, VS2/6 for All-FlashStorage Monitoring & Reporting for VPLEX Storage Monitoring & Reporting for VPLEX180-Day Migration Time limit From any data sources to arrays supported by VPLEX180-Day MigrationTime limit From any data sources to arrays supported by VPLEXHere is the general guideline of VPLEX SW Licenses in array tech refresh or VPLEX generational upgrade scenarios: - Frame or X-Brick license types remain with the array frame that it does not survive array tech refresh. If the array is to be detached from one VPLEX cluster and re-deployed to a different VPLEX cluster, the license is also migrated with the array. - Frame license of Hybrid arrays can be migrated to VPLEX for All-Flash. - Capacity licenses are granted to the specific VPLEX cluster and stay with the VPLEX cluster. 1.2 Ordering VPLEX in MyQuotesVPLEX Landing Page in MyQuotes (Figure 1 below) provides the user with the option to choose between the two generations of solution: VS2: VPLEX VS2 Solution VS6: VPLEX VS6 SolutionPlease select “Add To Quote” option per figure 1 below to add to an existing VS2 or VS6 quote. Select “Add & Configure” to create a totally new VS2 or VS6 quote and configure whatever it may be. Then please follow the flow of the ordering path to perform: (a) Upgrade to Existing Solution, to expand or update VPLEX clusters already at a customer site or(b) New Solution, to order a new VPLEX cluster Figure 1 VPLEX Landing Page in MyQuotes 1.3 New Solution Hardware Ordering PathVPLEX ordering consists of Hardware, Software, and Services & Support. The following section uses an example of configuring a new VS6 cluster to illustrate the sequential ordering steps. Same sequential flow for hardware configuration can be applied to new VS2 solution as well as VS6 & VS2 for All-Flash new solution orders.After you select the desired generation of solution, assuming VS6 for this illustration, and select the “Add & Configure” option, you are presented with the following screen in MyQuotes as shown in figure 2, and figure 3. You are required to select the necessary options marked with an asterisk *, to complete a valid hardware configuration which includes the following: Here is the detailed description for each of the required options. A. Product Type Local Deployed for data mobility and high availability within a single data center Metro Deployed for data mobility and enhanced high availability between two sites within the synchronous distances. If Metro is selected, you also need to specify the Metro interconnect option.Please make the selection carefully because it is extremely difficult to convert in the field after installation.o Fibre Channelo Metro over IP MetroPoint Please note that MetroPoint is a feature that utilizes both VPLEX Metro and RecoverPoint combined to form the Operational Recovery (OR) and Disaster Recovery (DR) data protection for both Metro sites. More details on MetroPoint topology can be found /docs/DOC-105499B. Rack Method EMC Rack (Factory Deployed) Cluster delivered to the customer site, mounted in the EMC rack Customer Supplied Rack (Field Deployed) Cluster delivered to the customer site in a temporary rack, and then mounted into a customer selected third party rack C. Cluster configuration Single one engine per cluster Dual two engines per cluster Quad four engines per clusterD. Country-specific power cords This is based on the product installation destination. VS6 Options for specific in-country power cord options include: VPL-PW40UASTL Single Power Inlet Cord Option IP-57 Australia VPL-PW40UIEC3 Single Power Inlet Cord Option IEC-309-332P6 International VPL-PW40U-US Single Power Inlet Cord Option With Hubbell L6-30P Connector, North America / Japan VPL-PW40URUS Hubbell L6-30R to Russellstoll 3750 Adaptor cableFor your information, VS2 Options for specific in-country power cord options include: VS2-PW40UASTL Single Power Inlet Cord Option IP-57 Australia VS2-PW40UIEC3 Single Power Inlet Cord Option IEC-309-332P6 International VS2-PW40U-US Single Power Inlet Cord Option With Hubbell L6-30P Connector, North America / Japan VS2-PW40URUS Hubbell L6-30R to Russellstoll 3750 Adaptor cableFigure 2 VS6 new solution Hardware Tab in MyQuotes Figure 3 VS6 hardware configuration in MyQuotesThe information below is provided to cover the additional hardware configuration options that are optional. VS2/VS6: Stabilizer Brackets - Options for anti-tipping brackets for standard EMC racks include the following. Only one option can be selected. 40UC-SECURE1 Rack Anti-tip Bracket 40UC-SECURE2 Rack Anti-Move Bracket 40U-SEISMIC Rack Seismic Restraint BracketRouting Kit - Options for routing cables out of the top of the rack. 1.4 New Solution Software Ordering Path Depending on the specific storage array types and total LUN capacity to be managed under VPLEX, sales may need to exercise various SW licensing options to determine the best fit or value for the specific customers situation. In general, if customer plans to purchase new All-Flash storage arrays from Dell EMC, please promote VPLEX for All-Flash option. If customer plans to migrate their existing arrays attached to VPLEX VS2 cluster to a new VS6 cluster, then you need to take into consideration of the following: - If the existing arrays attached to VS2 are under capacity licensing, you need to purchase new SW capacity under VS6 license option because capacity license is VPLEX cluster based. - If the existing arrays attached to VS2 are under frame or X-brick based licensing, then there is no new licensing required under VS6 because frame or X-Brick licensing stay with the array frame or brick.Use table 3 in section 1.1 for a summary of the SW licensing options. Refer to the “Software Licensing Options” section for detailed description of each option and the associated rules pertinent to upgrade. Figure 4 VPLEX SW Tab for Frame licensing optionsContinuing the example from the previous section of a new VS6 hardware order, you are required to address the Software options to complete the ordering process. VPLEX GeoSynchrony License for VPLEX Base Operating environment that allows storage virtualization, N+1 Clustering and NDU Upgrades. VPLEX GeoSynchrony software license is included in new VPLEX cluster purchase and by default, a 10TB capacity license for VPLEX Local is part of it. The eLicensing Entitlement and Activation procedure handles the granting of the default SW license accordingly. We also bundle Storage Monitoring and Reporting (M&R) for VPLEX with every new VPLEX cluster purchase. Figure 5 VPLEX SW Tab, Local configuration 1.5 Hardware Upgrade Options In the VS6 solution path, you select the “Upgrade to existing Solution” option in MyQuotes as shown in Figure 6-a. For VS2, please follow the same workflow in the VS2 solution ordering path for upgrade. Please specify if the upgrade is to “Upgrade an existing VS6 solution” or to order the “Generational Upgrade to VS6”. For the latter option, please refer to section 3 in this document for information on why and how to order the VS2 to VS6 Generational Upgrade (GenU) kit(s). In this section, we explain the steps involved in upgrade to existing VS6 ordering options. See Figure 6-a, 6-b, and 6-c screen captures for visual aide. The workflow requires you to provide the following current configuration first in order to see the upgrade options in the GUI screen. - Current cluster type: Local / Metro - How is current cluster racked: EMC Rack / Customer Supplied Rack - What is the current cluster configuration: Single Engine / Dual Engine / Quad EngineUpon completing the answers to the current configuration, you will be prompted with - Check to increase number of engine: Yes / No By selecting “Yes” to increase number of engine, you are presented with the question of- What is your desired VPLEX cluster configuration? If the current configuration is “Single Engine”, you will be presented with the upgrade option of “Dual Engine” only. If the current configuration is “Dual Engine”, you will be presented with the upgrade option of “Quad Engine” only. For upgrade to “Quad Engine”, we also require an additional country specific power cord selection if the VS6 is configured with Dell EMC rack as illustrated in Figure 6-c. Note: We do not support VS2 with Dual Engine in customer rack configuration upgrade to Quad Engine configuration. This option does not exist in MyQuotes VS2 ordering path. VS6 hardware upgrade scenarios include: - Add engine to the existing cluster: We support single to dual upgrade and dual to quad upgrade in the factory rack or field deploy configuration. We support engine expansion for VPLEX Local or VPLEX Metro configuration. - Convert deployment topology from Local to Metro upgrade: This implies the order is for the WAN Communication modules to be installed in customers existing VPLEX Local cluster, requiring the specification of Metro FC or Metro IP. Figure 6-a: VS6 hardware upgrade Figure 6-b: VS6 hardware upgrade frome Single engine to Dual EngineFigure 6-c: VS6 hardware upgrade from Dual engine to Quad Engine If the current cluster configuration is already a Metro, the workflow above applies to upgrade ordering with the provision of the current Metro interconnect type: Metro FC, or Metro over IP. The upgrade logic takes into consideration of including the associated WAN Comm modules for Metro engine upgrade. Convert deployment topology from Local to Metro upgrade: In the Upgrade ordering path you follow the Hardware tab questions by specifying current cluster configuration. At the bottom of the page, you see a question “Click to upgrade cluster from Local to Metro” and also the required selection of “Metro Interconnect Type”. Please select the correct option with confirmation from your customer because the work involved in correcting the Metro interconnect type from FC to IP or vice versa in a Sales Order (SO) is a manual operation and a very costly process. Swapping WAN Com modules is highly discouraged. Please create the order and configuration correctly starting with the quoting process. See Figure 7 and Figure8 for Upgrade Local to Metro configuration workflow in MyQuotes for VS6 and VS2 respectively. Figure 7: Upgrade VS6 Local cluster configuration to Metro cluster. Figure 8: Upgrade VS2 Local to Me