Key facts
- Brand
- Apple
- Model
- Xsan 2
- Category
- Storage devices
- Documents
- 3
- Languages
- EN
- Last added
- 2012-06-05
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Apple Xsan 2 Administrator Guide
The document serves as the official administrator's guide for Apple Xsan 2, a software solution for managing shared storage in networked environments. It covers the entire lifecycle of an Xsan deployment, from initial planning and hardware requirements to installation, configuration, and ongoing maintenance.
Key topics include setting up Fibre Channel and Ethernet networks, configuring RAID systems, creating metadata controllers, and managing users and groups via Xsan Admin. The guide also details how to monitor SAN status, handle volume operations like defragmentation and repair, and resolve common connectivity or performance issues.
Apple Xsan 2 specifications
| Required OS Version | Mac OS X or Mac OS X Server version 10.6 (Snow Leopard) |
|---|---|
| Minimum RAM per Metadata Controller | 2 GB base + additional 2 GB per volume |
| Required Hardware Card | Apple Fibre Channel card |
Source: Apple Xsan 2 Setup Guide
All Apple Xsan 2 documents by type
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Mounting, wiring and first power-up. Read it before the hardware goes in.
Questions answered in these manuals
Can I upgrade from Xsan 2 to Xsan 2.1 without interrupting volume availability?
Yes, you can update Xsan 2 to Xsan 2.1 without interrupting volume availability.
What is the minimum Mac OS X version required for Xsan 2?
Xsan 2 runs only on computers with Mac OS X v10.5 Leopard.
Can I control a client using Screen Sharing?
Yes, you can manage a client computer remotely by connecting to it using Screen Sharing.
What is the maximum length allowed for a SAN name?
The manual states that there is a specific limit on the length of a SAN name.
What are the requirements for upgrading an existing SAN to Xsan 2?
Follow instructions found in the Xsan 2 Migration Guide.
From: Apple Xsan 2 Setup Guide
What operating system versions are required for the metadata controllers?
The guide assumes you are using Mac OS X Server version 10.6 (Snow Leopard) on your SAN computers.
From: Apple Xsan 2 Setup Guide