Getting Started

Hardware and Software Preparation Guide

Step 1: Hardware Preparation

• Prepare an x86 server for installing the Linux OS and Nodeum Software.

• Confirm device compatibility using the Nodeum compatibility matrix.

Step 2: Linux Operating System Deployment

• Install the Linux Operating System.

• Verify all services are running. Access the menu under Settings > Services for detailed service status.

Step 3: Nodeum Software Configuration

• Add the Nodeum Software license. Without a license, access is available, but task execution is restricted.

License Application

Step 4: Initial Configuration

• Set up time, DNS, and hostname.

Date & TimeHostname and DNS Configuration

• Configure the necessary cache for active archive workflow.

Required for active archive Workflow

Cache Configuration Requirements

• Set up the required container for active archive workflow.

Container

Step 5: Storage Configuration

• Configure Storage Devices (NAS, Cloud, Tape).

Primary Storage ConfigurationTape Library ConfigurationObject Storage ConfigurationNAS Storage Configuration

• Define a storage pool to manage storage classes and orchestrate policy-based tasks.

Note: Storage pool configuration is essential before setting up workflows.

Pool Management

Step 6: User and Backup Setup

• Configure user accounts.

User Management

• Set up the internal Nodeum backup system.

Backup & Restore