This topic applies to XInsight-managed systems running QSM 4.2 or later or XEVO 3.2 or later.

The JBOF Endpoint page enables the creation and management of NVMe/TCP connections between the selected QSAN system and JBOF storage. It also displays endpoint connection status and associated NVMe Qualified Names (NQNs).

Go to Monitor > JBOF Endpoint. The JBOF Endpoint page is available only on storage systems that support JBOF Mode and are configured to use it.

Configure a JBOF for NVMe/TCP Connections #

Complete the basic JBOF configuration before creating a JBOF endpoint. Follow the steps below in order.

1. Enable JBOF Mode
   Configure the system to operate in JBOF Mode so that it can function as JBOF storage.
   For details, see JBOF/RAID Mode.
2. Configure the NVMe/TCP Network
   Configure the LAN interfaces and IP addresses used for NVMe/TCP communication, and verify that the interfaces are connected. If VLAN or link aggregation is used, complete the required network configuration.
   For details, see Network Management.
3. Create an NVMe/TCP Host Group
   Create an NVMe/TCP Host Group for configuring host access and storage resources used by the JBOF connection.
   For details, see Create a Block Host Group.
4. Configure Allowed Hosts
   If All Hosts is enabled, this step can be skipped.
   Specify the hosts that are permitted to access the JBOF storage resources.
   For details, see Configure Allowed Hosts.
5. Configure Target Portals
   Select the network interfaces used for NVMe/TCP communication and configure them as Target Portals.
   For details, see Configure Target Portals.
6. Connect Disks to the Host Group
   Assign the JBOF disks that will be made available through the NVMe/TCP connection to the corresponding host group.
   For details, see Connect Disks.
7. Verify Network Connectivity
   Before creating the endpoint, verify that the NVMe/TCP network connection between the JBOF and the connecting storage system is working properly. Use Ping Test as needed to verify network connectivity.
   For details, see Ping Test.
8. Create the JBOF Endpoint
   After completing the JBOF configuration, continue with Add a JBOF Endpoint.

Note: For dual-controller systems, make sure that both controllers have a valid network path to the JBOF and create the required endpoint connections for both controllers.

Add a JBOF Endpoint #

Click + Endpoint to open the Add JBOF Endpoint pop-up, and then configure the following settings:

• Controller: Select the local controller that connects to the JBOF.
• Source Interface: Select the network interface used for the connection.
• Connection Type: Select the connection protocol.
• Target Address: Enter the IP address of the JBOF endpoint.
• Port: Enter the connection port.
• NQN: Enter the NVMe Qualified Name of the target JBOF subsystem.

Click Add to create the endpoint.

Note: For a dual-controller system, create at least one endpoint connection on each controller to ensure that the JBOF is connected properly.

View Endpoint Information #

Select an endpoint from the list on the left.

The Endpoint Information pane displays the enclosure, status, target address, controller, source interface, connection type, and port for the selected endpoint.

• Enclosure: The connected JBOF enclosure.
• Status: The current endpoint connection status.
  • Normal: All associated NQNs are live.
  • Warning: Some associated NQNs are disconnected.
  • Error: All associated NQNs are dead.
  • Incomplete: On a dual-controller system, a corresponding endpoint has not been created on the other controller. Create an endpoint on the other controller to complete the JBOF connection.
  • Unknown: No NQN information is currently available for the endpoint.
• Target Address: The IP address of the JBOF endpoint.
• Controller: The controller assigned to the connection.
• Source Interface: The local network interface used for the connection.
• Type: The connection protocol.
• Port: The TCP port used by the endpoint.

Click Delete to remove the selected endpoint.

Manage NQN Connections #

Select the NQN Management tab to view the NQNs associated with the selected endpoint and their connection status. Click Connect All to connect all listed NQNs to the endpoint. Click Disconnect All to disconnect all listed NQNs.

Delete an Endpoint #

Select the endpoint that you want to remove, and then click Delete in the Endpoint Information tab. Confirm the deletion when prompted. Deleting an endpoint removes its connection configuration from XInsight but does not delete data stored on the JBOF enclosure.