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Setting up XClarity One on premises

You can install and configure XClarity One on premises on premises in your local datacenter. It includes the same infrastructure and management functions that you have when using XClarity One in the cloud.

XClarity One running on premises, the local VM requires Internet access, either directly or through a web proxy, to perform certain functions.

  • Send automatic problem notification through Call Home

  • Retrieve service ticket status and history

  • Retrieve device warranty

  • Update the firmware catalog and download firmware packages directly from the web (Note that firmware packages can be manually imported.)

  • Perform firmware CVE analysis

The following function is not supported when running XClarity One on premises.
  • XClarity One predictive failure analysis for memory and SSD failures provided by the Premier Support Plus warranty entitlement

To get started using XClarity One locally in your data center, you need to download and install XClarity One as a virtual machine. A setup wizard guides you through the initial configuration.

Procedure

Complete the following to install and configure XClarity One on premises.

  1. Review the hardware and software prerequisites to ensure that you have what you need to get started.

  2. Install the XClarity One virtual appliance on a local system.

  3. Launch the setup wizard to configure essential settings.

  4. Sign in to the XClarity One portal and accept the end-user license agreement.

  5. Complete the portal configuration. For more information, see On-premises portal configuration and management).