Move a Cluster to a Different Network

IN THIS ARTICLE 

Outlines how to move an existing Qumulo cluster to a different network location

REQUIREMENTS

• Cluster running Qumulo Core

DETAILS

In the event you need to move your Qumulo cluster to another physical or logical network segment, you will need to clear any existing Static Network settings beforehand to ensure you can create a cluster. Failure to clear these settings prior to moving the cluster will not only prevent the cluster from forming in the new network location, but will block the Web UI and QQ CLI from being reachable. To return the cluster to a healthy state, each individual node would need to be configured via console.

Follow the procedures outlined below via a direct physical console connection to any Qumulo node or via IPMI/ILO remote console session to ensure the transition of your cluster goes smoothly.

Pre-Move Procedure

1. Log in into the Web UI as Admin via a direct console connection to any node in the cluster at the original network location.
2. Hover over Cluster and click Network Configuration.
   
   
   
   
3. Click Switch to DHCP to set the cluster in DHCP mode and disconnect all clients.
   
   
   
   
4. Apply your external networking changes / relocate the cluster.

Post-Move Procedure

1. Log in as Admin to the Web UI via a direct console connection to any node in the cluster at the new network location.
2. Hover over Cluster and click Network Configuration.
   
   
   
   
3. Click Switch to Static IP.
   
   
   
   
4. Add your desired network settings for the new location.
5. Click Save to set the new network configuration on the cluster.

With these new settings in place, the cluster will form successfully and be accessible to clients in the new network location.

RESOLUTION

You should now be able to successfully move an existing Qumulo cluster to a different network location

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

QQ CLI: Networks and IP Addresses

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