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Dell Technologies PowerFlex Custom Node Publications

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This document contains a list of publications for PowerFlex custom node.

NOTE The publications are listed in sequence from pre-deployment through maintenance and troubleshooting.

Download the latest release notes for Dell EMC PowerFlex 3.5.1.x or 3.6.0.x from https://www.dell.com/support/ or from the Dell Technologies Technical Resource Center (TRC). The PowerFlex and PowerFlex custom node documentation packages are located in the TRC.

Order Document Location
1.0 Dell Technologies PowerFlex Custom Node Server Installation Guide

Contains instructions for installing the PowerFlex custom node servers in the cabinet and power and network cabling.

TRC > PowerFlex Custom Node
2.0 Dell Technologies PowerFlex R650/R750/R6525 Hardware Configuration and Operating System Installation Guide for ESXi

Provides instructions for configuring the hardware, installing the ESXi operating system, and performing additional configurations on PowerFlex custom node servers.

TRC > PowerFlex Custom Node
Dell Technologies PowerFlex R650/R750/R6525 Hardware Configuration and Operating System Installation Guide for Linux

Provides instructions for configuring the hardware, installing the Linux operating system, and performing additional configurations on PowerFlex custom node servers.

3.0 Getting to Know Dell EMC PowerFlex Guide

Provides an overview of PowerFlex, workflows, supported product limits, and system requirements.

NOTE If this is the first time you are deploying PowerFlex, Dell Technologies strongly recommends that you review this guide.
TRC > PowerFlex
3.1 Dell Technologies PowerFlex 3.5.1.x Release Notes latest release

Contains supplemental information regarding the PowerFlex 3.5.1.x release.

TRC > PowerFlex

Dell Technologies PowerFlex 3.6.0.x Release Notes latest release

Contains supplemental information regarding the PowerFlex 3.6.0.x release.

4.0 Deploy Dell EMC PowerFlex

Provides instructions for deploying PowerFlex on PowerFlex custom node servers.

TRC > PowerFlex
5.0 Dell EMC PowerFlex Security Configuration Guide

Provides an overview of the security settings available in PowerFlex to ensure secure operation of the product.

TRC > PowerFlex
6.0 Configure and Customize Dell EMC PowerFlex

Contains post-deployment tasks for configuring and customizing PowerFlex for the required workflows.

TRC > PowerFlex
6.1 Dell EMC PowerFlex CLI Reference Guide

Provides the syntax and usage for the PowerFlex CLI (SCLI), which enables you to provision, maintain, and monitor PowerFlex from the command line.

TRC > PowerFlex
6.2 Dell EMC PowerFlex REST API Reference Guide

Contains the supported REST API commands used for PowerFlex.

PowerFlex v3.5.x and earlier: TRC > PowerFlex

v3.6 and later: In the Dell Technologies Developer Portal select Storage > PowerFlexPowerFlex

7.0 Monitor Dell EMC PowerFlex

Explains how to monitor PowerFlex.

TRC > PowerFlex
7.1 Troubleshoot and Maintain Dell EMC PowerFlex

Describes PowerFlex troubleshooting events and suggests solutions and workarounds.

TRC > PowerFlex
7.2 Dell EMC PowerFlex Log Collection Technical Notes.

Includes information on how to retrieve and view log files in PowerFlex and PowerFlex custom node.

TRC > PowerFlex
7.3 Dell Technologies PowerFlex Custom Node Server Inspection Guide

Provides an overview of the inspection process for PowerFlex custom node servers.

TRC > PowerFlex Custom Node
8.0 Upgrade Dell EMC PowerFlex

Provides instructions for upgrading PowerFlex to a later version.

TRC > PowerFlex
Technical notes and additional information Location
Dell EMC PowerFlex User Roles and LDAP Usage Technical Notes TRC > PowerFlex
Describes the PowerFlex user roles and LDAP features, and explains how to configure the PowerFlex components for LDAP.
Dell EMC CloudLink for SDS Services TRC > PowerFlex
Describes how to set up and deploy the software-based CloudLink drive encryption solution on PowerFlex SDS nodes.
Dell EMC PowerFlex Gateway High Availability Technical Notes TRC > PowerFlex
Explains how to configure the local drives and LAN on the existing PowerFlex nodes to create a virtual SAN.
Dell EMC PowerFlex Stateless ESXi Mode Technical Notes TRC > PowerFlex
Describes how to run PowerFlex in ESXi stateless mode in VMware vCenter.
Managing Dell Technologies PowerFlex Custom Node Using Dell Technologies OpenManage Enterprise

Explains how to use OpenManage Enterprise to monitor hardware and maintain firmware on PowerFlex custom node servers.

TRC > PowerFlex Custom Node
Dell Technologies PowerFlex Custom Node R650 Owners Guide

Provides an overview of the Dell Technologies PowerFlex custom node R650 system, diagnostic tools, and technical specifications.

TRC > PowerFlex Custom Node
Dell Technologies PowerFlex Custom Node R6525 Owners Guide

Provides an overview of the Dell Technologies PowerFlex custom node R6525 system, diagnostic tools, and technical specifications.

TRC > PowerFlex Custom Node
Dell Technologies PowerFlex Custom Node R750 Owners Guide

Provides an overview of the Dell Technologies PowerFlex custom node R750 system, diagnostic tools, and technical specifications.

TRC > PowerFlex Custom Node

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