Spectra Logic NTIER700 User Manual

This section provides information that is essential for ensuring that your 
data is accessible at all times and ensuring optimal operation of your 
Spectra nTier700 Backup and Archive appliance (referred to as the 
nTier700).

The following browsers are supported for accessing the BlueScale web 
interface for the nTier700:
ƒ Microsoft’s Internet Explorer versions 6.0 and above
ƒ Mozilla Firefox versions 2.0 and later

The first time you attempt to access the nTier BlueScale web interface, a 
warning about the web site’s security certificate displays. Before you can 
connect, you must address this warning. If you are using Mozilla Firefox, 
the method you use to address this warning depends on the version of 
Firefox. See 

 for detailed 

instructions.

The nTier700 requires a valid IP address for Ethernet port 1 before you can 
connect to the BlueScale web interface for the first time. By default, the 
nTier700 uses DHCP to obtain an IP address. When installing an nTier700, 
make sure that it can access a properly configured DHCP/DNS server. 

If a DHCP/DNS server is unavailable, use the operator panel on any blade 
to configure Ethernet port 1 to use static (fixed) addressing with a known 
good IP address on an available network. Refer to the Spectra nTier700 
Backup and Archive Appliance User Guide for instructions.

Do not use the Enter key on your keyboard when making selections or entering 
information in any of the text fields in the BlueScale web interface. Various web 
browsers handle the Enter key differently, causing inconsistent behavior in the 
BlueScale web interface. 

Always use your mouse to make selections and click the buttons in BlueScale 
screens instead of using your keyboard.