EMC D-PDD-DY-23 - Dell PowerProtect DD Deploy 2023

To configure DD Boost, enable it, create a new user, and set up a storage unit in the DD System Manager, follow these steps:

Enable DD Boost:

In the Protocols section on the left sidebar, locate DD Boost and click on it.

Inside the DD Boost settings, find the option to enable DD Boost if it's currently disabled.

Create a New User:

Go to Administration or Users (location varies based on version).

Select Add User or New User.

Set the username as ddboost and the password as Password123.

Assign the appropriate permissions, typically Admin or Read/Write access, based on best practice recommendations for DD Boost users.

Create a Storage Unit:

Return to the DD Boost section.

Look for an option labeled Storage Units or similar, and choose Add Storage Unit.

Name the storage unit SU1.

Ensure that the newly created ddboost user has access to this storage unit.

Save and Confirm:

After configuring, save all settings and confirm the changes.

Verify that DD Boost is enabled, the user ddboost exists with the specified permissions, and the storage unit SU1 is created and accessible by this user.

This completes the setup for DD Boost with a new user and storage unit on PowerProtect DD. Let me know if you need more assistance with any of these steps.

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The correct order of steps to create a mount on a backup server and copy a test file to a PowerProtect DD appliance over NFS is as follows:

Create the NFS directory (mount point).

Create a backup directory on the backup server.

Mount the PowerProtect DD directory or MTree on the new mount point.

Create and copy a file from the backup server to the PowerProtect DD appliance to validate functionality.

Create the NFS Directory (Mount Point): The first step is to set up the NFS directory or mount point on the backup server. This directory will serve as the destination where the PowerProtect DD appliance will be mounted.

Create a Backup Directory on the Backup Server: Once the mount point is ready, create a dedicated directory on the backup server to store backups. This directory structure helps organize data and ensures backups are written to the correct location.

Mount the PowerProtect DD Directory or MTree on the New Mount Point: Use the NFS protocol to mount the specified PowerProtect DD directory (or MTree) onto the created mount point. This step establishes the connection between the backup server and the PowerProtect DD appliance.

Create and Copy a File from the Backup Server to the PowerProtect DD Appliance to Validate Functionality: Finally, to confirm that the mount is correctly configured and functional, create a test file on the backup server and copy it to the PowerProtect DD appliance. This test ensures that the server can write data to the appliance over the NFS mount.

This ordered sequence ensures a successful setup of the mount and verifies the connectivity and functionality of the NFS configuration on the PowerProtect DD system.

In a PowerProtect DD system, when setting up expansion shelves, the cabling follows a specific sequence to ensure proper communication between the controller and the shelves. The host port on the last shelf in the chain is connected to the expansion port of the controller to complete the loop. This ensures that data flows correctly between the controller and all shelves in the chain.

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In the DD System Manager of PowerProtect DD, authentication methods available for configuration include RADIUS, Active Directory (AD), and Single Sign-On (SSO). Here’s a breakdown of each method:

RADIUS: Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service (RADIUS) is a networking protocol that provides centralized Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting (AAA) management for users. It enables secure user authentication across the network, especially useful for managing access in large environments.

Active Directory (AD): Integrating with AD allows administrators to manage user access through Microsoft’s directory service, leveraging existing credentials and policies. This is beneficial for organizations with established AD environments as it provides seamless integration and centralized management.

Single Sign-On (SSO): SSO allows users to authenticate once and gain access to multiple applications or systems without being prompted to log in again. This is particularly useful in environments where users need frequent access to different resources, reducing the need for repeated logins and enhancing user convenience.