HP StorageWorks Command View EVA v4.1 Migration Media Kit T3734B Leaflet
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T3734B
The big test picture
Figure 4 provides an overall view of testing and verification. This organizational and functional
diagram shows “the big picture” of EVA testing, illustrating how different HP teams conduct testing
and verification at all stages of product development. Beginning with basic component testing and
proceeding incrementally through system testing to the verification of full, comprehensive solutions,
proceeding incrementally through system testing to the verification of full, comprehensive solutions,
HP StorageWorks reinforces the excellent quality and reliability of its products, helping to ensure their
ultimate operation in demanding customer environments.
Figure 4. HP StorageWorks testing occurs at every stage—from basic components to complex, integrated systems.
• Bench, unit, and integration testing: Hardware testing at this stage includes inspection and testing of
individual components and single products, such as disk drives, switches, shelves, and other
hardware, to make sure that they meet specifications and will operate correctly. Code testing—
hardware, to make sure that they meet specifications and will operate correctly. Code testing—
whether for software such as Command View and Replication Solutions Manager modules or for
firmware routines used in controllers, drives, and other components—is also at a basic level. This
testing is largely done in isolation from other components and products.
Basic unit testing covers areas that are easily automated, and it uncovers and repairs about 90% of
Basic unit testing covers areas that are easily automated, and it uncovers and repairs about 90% of
the problems that will occur in these areas. Testing in a simple environment speeds turnaround and
root cause analysis. It reduces variability to its lowest common denominator. And, because of
automation, it costs less than testing conducted in more complex environments. By focusing on
problems early, HP is able to reduce costs and improve testing efficiency.
Central to the success of unit testing is supplier management and monitoring. In particular, HP
problems early, HP is able to reduce costs and improve testing efficiency.
Central to the success of unit testing is supplier management and monitoring. In particular, HP
testing and qualification of hard disk drives is commended by customers and vendors alike. We use
a 5-stage process, consisting of more than 50 individual steps, to qualify our HDD suppliers; and
we use monitoring and testing to make sure they continue to meet goals and expectations. Suppliers
we use monitoring and testing to make sure they continue to meet goals and expectations. Suppliers
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