How to Install and Use Sun StorageTek Common Array Manager Software 6.5 12
Sun StorageTek Common Array Manager (CAM) software is a web-based tool that allows you to configure, manage, and monitor Sun storage arrays from any host connected to the site LAN. CAM software supports J4000, F5100, and Sun Blade 6000 array families, as well as other Sun storage products. In this article, we will show you how to install and use CAM software 6.5 12, the latest version available as of April 2023.
Installation Requirements
Before you install CAM software 6.5 12, you need to check the following requirements:
- You need to have a management host that runs one of the supported operating systems: Solaris OS, Linux OS, Windows OS, or OpenSolaris OS.
- You need to have root or administrator privileges on the management host.
- You need to have at least 1 GB of free disk space on the management host.
- You need to have a DVD drive or an internet connection to access the CAM software installation file.
- You need to create two user accounts on the management host: storage and guest. The storage user has write permission and access to all the software features related to array configuration and management. The guest user has read permission and restricts the ability to manage the array.
- If you are installing CAM software in a Solaris OS zone, you need to install Lockhart 3.0.5 with its localization packages in the global zone first.
Installation Steps
You can install CAM software 6.5 12 using either a graphical user interface (GUI) or a command-line interface (CLI). The GUI option is recommended for new users, while the CLI option is suitable for experienced users who want more control over the installation process. Here are the steps for both options:
GUI Option
- Insert the Sun StorageTek Common Array Manager Software DVD into the DVD drive of the management host, or download the installation file from https://www.oracle.com/storage/management-software/resource-management/cam/.
- Run the setup program from the DVD or the downloaded file. The setup program will launch a GUI wizard that will guide you through the installation process.
- Select your preferred language and click Next.
- Read and accept the license agreement and click Next.
- Select your installation type: Typical or Custom. The Typical option will install all the components of CAM software on the management host. The Custom option will allow you to choose which components to install and where to install them. For example, you can install only device plug-ins for specific arrays, or install CAM software on a central management server and a proxy agent on a data host.
- Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation process. You may need to restart your management host after the installation is finished.
CLI Option
- Insert the Sun StorageTek Common Array Manager Software DVD into the DVD drive of the management host, or download the installation file from https://www.oracle.com/storage/management-software/resource-management/cam/.
- Open a terminal window on the management host and navigate to the directory where the setup program is located.
- Run the setup program with the -c option to use a CLI script. For example: ./setup -c
- The setup program will display a list of options for installing CAM software. You can use -h option to see a description of each option. For example: ./setup -c -h
- Select your preferred options and enter them as arguments for the setup program. For example: ./setup -c -i -l en -t typical
- The setup program will run in silent mode and install CAM software according to your options. You may need to restart your management host after the installation is finished.