* Current Environment Analysis:
* The existing AHV cluster has 7 NX-3060-G6 nodes with Intel Skylake processors.
* These nodes are distributed across two blocks.
* The customer needs to add three more NX-3060-G7 nodes with Intel Cascade Lake processors.
* Objective:
* Efficiently utilize additional resources by integrating new nodes into the existing infrastructure.
* Recommendations:
* Expand the existing cluster: The goal is to enhance resource utilization and maintain cluster simplicity by adding the new nodes to the current cluster.
* Add a new block populated with the three additional nodes: This approach provides several benefits:
* It ensures the new nodes are integrated into the existing management and operational framework.
* It leverages the existing network and storage configurations, minimizing setup complexities.
* By adding a new block, the existing two blocks remain unchanged, maintaining their current configuration and workloads.
* Implementation:
* Order and prepare the new nodes: Ensure that the three additional NX-3060-G7 nodes are ready for deployment.
* Add the new block to the existing cluster:
* Physically rack and connect the new block with the three NX-3060-G7 nodes.
* In the Nutanix Prism interface, initiate the process to add the new block to the existing cluster.
* The cluster expansion process will automatically incorporate the new nodes into the existing cluster, ensuring seamless integration.
* Outcome:
* The customer will achieve an efficient expansion of their AHV cluster, utilizing the new resources effectively.
* This method ensures minimal disruption and maintains operational consistency across the cluster.
References: For further details on cluster expansion and node addition processes, refer to the Nutanix documentation on cluster management and node integration.