Cluster of Quantum Spark Gateways
Do Quantum Spark appliances support LACP?
Link Aggregation (Bond) is supported on all Quantum Spark appliances.
How do I configure a cluster on Quantum Spark appliances with only one public address? Is it necessary to have 3 public IP addresses to access the cluster members?
The feature "Single routable IP address" for clusters is supported starting from the R81.10.05 release.
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For Locally Managed appliances, see the R81.10.X Quantum Spark Locally Managed Administration Guide for 1500, 1600, 1800, 1900, 2000 Appliances > topic "Configuring High Availability" > section "Single Routable IP Cluster."
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For Centrally Managed appliances, see the R81.10.X Quantum Spark Centrally Managed Administration Guide for 1500, 1600, 1800, 1900, 2000 Appliances > topic "Configuring High Availability" > section "Configuring a Single Routable IP Cluster in Central Management."
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Is it possible to have a cluster with 2 active gateways instead of 1 active, 1 standby?
No.
A cluster of Quantum Spark appliances only supports the High Availability mode - 1 active and 1 standby.
Can all Quantum Spark appliances be defined as part of a cluster?
Yes - all Quantum Spark appliances can be configured in a cluster topology.
How to upgrade a Centrally Managed cluster of Quantum Spark appliance?
On-premises Management Server R81.20 and higher supports installation of firmware images R81.10.x from SmartConsole on Quantum Spark clusters.
For other scenarios, follow sk179325 - How to upgrade a Centrally Managed cluster of Quantum Spark appliance from R80.20.x to R81.10.x.
Is VMAC configuration supported when managing a Quantum Spark cluster locally?
Yes.
VMAC configuration is supported on a Locally Managed Cluster.