Step 1

Install and configure the NetBackup media server software.

See the NetBackup Installation Guide for UNIX and Windows.

Step 2

For disk appliance storage, install the OpenStorage vendor software plug-in on the media server

Step 3

For disk appliance storage, connect the NetBackup media server to the OpenStorage appliance.

Beyond the scope of the NetBackup documentation.

Step 4

Add the storage server logon credentials for the media server.

Step 5

For every storage unit that points to a disk pool of that storage server, verify that the new media server appears. The storage unit dialog box includes a media servers list.

For every storage unit that is configured to use any available media server, the new data mover is allowed access to the storage server automatically.

In the NetBackup Administration Console, in the left pane, select NetBackup Management > Storage > Storage Units.

Step 6

For every storage unit that specifies Use one of the following media servers, update the storage unit so it uses the correct data movers.

This step is not required if the storage unit is configured to use any available media server.

In the NetBackup Administration Console, in the left pane, select NetBackup Management > Storage > Storage Units.