Converting an existing cluster into a MetroCluster

Update your hardware, as described in Updating your hardware.

Note
You must have FC HBA for Disks adapters installed in each node.

Update Data ONTAP, filer firmware, and disk shelf firmware, as described in Updating your software. Make sure to shut down the nodes to the OK prompt.

Determine your switch and cluster configuration by completing the planning worksheet in Step 1: Planning the MetroCluster.

Set up and configure the local switch, as described in Step 3: Configuring the switch.

Recable the local node, as described in Step 4: Cabling the node, disk shelves, and switch.

Set up mirroring and configure the local node, as described in Step 5: Configuring the local node.

Transport the partner node, disk shelves, and switch to the remote location.

Set up and configure the remote node, disk shelves, and switch, as described in Step 6: Setting up and configuring the remote part of the cluster.