This section explains how to create and configure a Qumulo cluster on Arrow appliance platforms.

This section explains how to create and configure a Qumulo cluster on Arrow appliance platforms.

Prerequisites

Before creating a cluster, ensure that:

  • All nodes are racked and cabled according to specifications
  • Out-of-band management (IPMI) is configured on each node
  • Network switches are configured for your environment
  • You have the Qumulo Core USB installer or network boot configured

Step 1: Boot from Qumulo Core Installer

  1. Connect to each node’s IPMI interface.
  2. Launch the KVM console.
  3. Boot from the Qumulo Core USB installer or network boot image.
  4. Follow the on-screen prompts to install Qumulo Core on each node.

For instructions on creating a USB installer, see Creating a USB Drive Installer.

Step 2: Create the Cluster

After installing Qumulo Core on all nodes:

  1. Note the IP address displayed on each node’s console after installation.

  2. Open a web browser and navigate to the IP address of any node.

  3. Follow the cluster creation wizard to:

    • Name your cluster
    • Configure the admin password
    • Add all nodes to the cluster
    • Configure network settings

Step 3: Configure Cluster Settings

After the cluster is created:

  1. Log in to the Qumulo Web UI.

  2. Configure the following settings as needed:

    • DNS servers
    • NTP servers
    • SMB and NFS exports
    • Active Directory integration
    • LDAP configuration

For detailed configuration instructions, see the Qumulo On-Premises Administrator Guide.