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Dell RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines 6.0.1 vSphere HTML5 Plugin Administrator's Guide, Chapter on Snap-based replication steps

Verify local copy licensed capacity: Ensure that the production cluster has enough licensed capacity to support an additional local copy.Add a local copy to the Consistency Group: Use the RecoverPoint management console to add a local copy to the existing Consistency Group. This process involves selecting the Consistency Group and choosing the option to add a local copy.Configure the local copy settings: Set up the local copy by defining the copy policy, RPO, and other relevant settings as per the application's protection requirements.For detailed procedures and best practices, refer to the Dell EMC RecoverPoint documentation, which provides comprehensive guidelines on adding copies to Consistency Groups and managing licensed capacities1.

For a two-node vRPA cluster, a minimum of 9 IP addresses is required. This includes IP addresses for management, replication, and other network communication needs necessary to maintain high availability and proper functioning of the vRPA cluster.Dell RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines 6.0.1 vSphere HTML5 Plugin Administrator's Guide, Chapter on network configuration for vRPA clusters.

Proper communication between Deployment Manager and the RecoverPoint Appliances requires the following ports: TCP 21, 22, 25, 80, and 7225. These ports facilitate the necessary management and data transfer operations essential for the deployment and configuration of RecoverPoint systems.Dell RecoverPoint for Virtual Machines 6.0.1 vSphere HTML5 Plugin Administrator's Guide, section on network requirements and port configurations.

Network Adapter Configuration: For clusters running on RecoverPoint 5.0 or later, if the WAN (Wide Area Network) and LAN (Local Area Network) are utilizing separate network adapters, it is a requirement that these adapters are configured on different subnets1.Subnet Allocation: This involves assigning different subnet addresses to the WAN and LAN adapters to segregate traffic and ensure proper routing within the network infrastructure1.Network Policy Compliance: Adhering to this characteristic is crucial for maintaining network policy compliance and ensuring that the RecoverPoint system functions correctly within the designed network topology1.For more detailed information on network configuration and best practices, you can refer to the Dell EMC RecoverPoint documentation, which provides guidelines on how to set up and manage network settings for RecoverPoint clusters1.

To calculate the minimum required size for the Journal volume, we can use the provided formula and input the given parameters:Average Write Traffic: 5 Mb/sRequired Rollback Time: 24 hours (which is 24 * 60 * 60 = 86,400 seconds)Default Parameters: Assuming the image access log percentage is 20% (which is a common default), and the reserved for marking is negligible.Using the formula:\text{Journal size} = 1.05 \times (\text{write traffic}) \times (\text{rollback time in seconds}) / (1 - \text{image access log percentage})Journalsize=1.05(writetraffic)(rollbacktimeinseconds)/(1imageaccesslogpercentage)We plug in the values:\text{Journal size} = 1.05 \times (5 \text{ Mb/s}) \times (86,400 \text{ seconds}) / (1 - 0.2)Journalsize=1.05(5Mb/s)(86,400seconds)/(10.2)Converting Mb to GB (1 Mb = 1/8,000 GB):\text{Journal size} = 1.05 \times (5/8,000 \text{ GB/s}) \times 86,400 / 0.8Journalsize=1.05(5/8,000GB/s)86,400/0.8\text{Journal size} = 1.05 \times 0.000625 \text{ GB/s} \times 86,400 / 0.8Journalsize=1.050.000625GB/s86,400/0.8\text{Journal size} = 1.05 \times 54 \text{ GB} / 0.8Journalsize=1.0554GB/0.8\text{Journal size} = 70.875 \text{ GB}Journalsize=70.875GBSince we need to round up to ensure we have enough space, the minimum required size for the Journal volume is approximately 72.4 GB.This calculation ensures that the Journal volume is adequately sized to handle the write traffic and maintain the required rollback time, providing a buffer for the image access log1.

Physical Connection: The RPAs should be physically connected to each other using their iSCSI ports. This is because the host systems are configured with iSCSI HBAs, which indicates that the storage network is based on iSCSI protocol1.Configuration in RecoverPoint: In the RecoverPoint Deployment Manager, ensure that the iSCSI ports of the RPAs are correctly configured to communicate with the VNX array.Verification: After the physical connections and configurations are made, verify that the RPAs can communicate with the VNX array and that the iSCSI connections are stable and operational.It is important to note that while the RPAs are connected through their iSCSI ports, they should not be connected to any MirrorView ports on the VNX array. Additionally, ensure that the RPAs are connected directly to the FC ports on the Storage Processors (SPs) and not to an expansion SFP on the file side1.

Access the CLI: Log into the RecoverPoint Command Line Interface (CLI) using appropriate credentials.Run the Command: Execute the export_statistics command to gather performance data.Save the Data: The command will output the performance data, which can then be saved to a spreadsheet.Review and Graph: Use the spreadsheet to review the performance data and create graphs to visualize system performance over the specified time period.The export_statistics command is used to export performance data from RecoverPoint, which can then be analyzed and graphed for a better understanding of system performance and to identify any potential issues1.

Deployment Manager Overview: The Deployment Manager is a tool used to install and configure RecoverPoint clusters. It guides users through various steps to ensure the proper setup and configuration of the system.Prepare New Cluster for Connection: During this step, the Deployment Manager prepares the new cluster for connection to the existing infrastructure. This involves several sub-steps, including network configuration, validation of the environment, and ensuring that all necessary components are in place.Adding Licenses: As part of the ''Prepare New Cluster for Connection'' step, new RecoverPoint licenses are added to the cluster. This is crucial because the licenses enable the functionality of the RecoverPoint system, allowing it to perform replication and recovery tasks.Verification: After adding the licenses, the Deployment Manager verifies that the licenses are correctly applied and that the cluster is ready for the next steps in the deployment process.

Understanding Group Sets: Group Sets in Dell RecoverPoint allow administrators to create a consistent point-in-time image across multiple Consistency Groups. This is particularly useful in environments where data consistency across different applications or databases is critical.Functionality: When using Group Sets, a single bookmark can be applied to multiple Consistency Groups simultaneously. This ensures that all the groups are synchronized to the same point in time, providing a consistent recovery point across different data sets.Implementation:Step 1: Access the RecoverPoint Management Application.Step 2: Navigate to the Group Sets section.Step 3: Create a new Group Set and select the Consistency Groups that need to be included.Step 4: Apply a bookmark to the Group Set. This action will create a consistent point-in-time image across all selected Consistency Groups.Verification: After setting up the Group Set and applying the bookmark, verify that the point-in-time image is consistent across all included Consistency Groups. This can be done by checking the bookmarks and ensuring they are synchronized.