Before you install StorageGRID, you must gather and prepare required materials.
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NetApp StorageGRID license | You must have a valid, digitally signed NetApp license. Note: The StorageGRID installation archive includes a free license that does not provide any support entitlement for the product.
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StorageGRID installation archive for VMware |
You must download one of the following StorageGRID installation archives and extract the files to your service laptop.
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VMware software and documentation | During installation, you deploy virtual grid nodes on virtual machines in VMware vSphere Web Client. For supported versions, see the Interoperability Matrix. |
Service laptop | The StorageGRID system is installed through a service laptop The service laptop must have:
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StorageGRID documentation |
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