Bash scripting: another use for “DD”

For most linux users, "dd" is mostly used when dealing with disk issues, such as copying one disk to another (byte for byte) creating an ISO from a CD/DVD, and so on. I personally didnt know what else I would use dd for until I ran across a particular need.... I needed my linux script … Continue reading Bash scripting: another use for “DD”

Lessons Learned: Redhat 5.8 + IBM Bladecenter 88524TG + IBM Storwise V7000

Objective: Having a baremetal install of Redhat Enterprise on a blade within the IBM Bladecenter, configure the OS to successfully mount a LUN on the SAN (Storwise v7000) as usable storage. Hardware: - Blades: IBM Bladecenter 88524TG - SAN storage: FiberChannel Storwise V7000 - HBAs: Qlogic Method: I assume all cabling and SAN zoning has already … Continue reading Lessons Learned: Redhat 5.8 + IBM Bladecenter 88524TG + IBM Storwise V7000