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July 30th, 2025 15:34
VNX 5500 Can it be saved
I aquired a VNX 5500 intending to use it as fixed block SAN storage. I have experience with IBM DS8K and some EMC PMAX.
I have one rack unit with 7 drives. Can I load Unisphere on a PC to configure this device or am I missing some hardware?
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DELL-Sam L
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July 31st, 2025 13:18
Hello Retired Hobbyist,
With a VNX 5500 you need the first 4 drives located in slot0-4 in the system. The image to boot and control your VNX is on those drives. Without the drives or the image you will not be able to reconfigure your VNX5500. The Image is for support and partners only.