How to add cifs share path to SCVMM

[AllenChang]

I login to scvmm use the account [scvmmsvc]
I create a CIFS SVM, and create a share,

and give the scvmmsvc ntfs and cifs permission both full controller

But When I create a library share in SCVMM,

it show me error, it tell me I don't have share permission,

Is anyone tell me how to create a library share in SCVMM?

[Ashutosh_Sharma · Accepted solution]

Hi Allen,

I am reaching out to see if you still need help with the above request. I am sharing a few self-help options that would come in handy if you are trying to enable integration between NetApp ONTAP storage systems and Microsoft System Centre Virtual Machine Manager (SCVMM), specifically via SAN/NAS protocol: https://docs.netapp.com/us-en/netapp-solutions-virtualization/hyperv/hyperv-smis.html#introduction

More specifically, I have shared a step-by-step procedure that you can use to integrate the Share based on the CIFS file server into the SCVMM:

To add a CIFS (SMB) share from a NetApp storage system to System Center Virtual Machine Manager (SCVMM), especially in a Hyper-V environment, you need to follow a few key steps. Here's a consolidated guide based on Microsoft's and NetApp's documentation[1][2][3]:

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✅ Prerequisites

1. NetApp ONTAP Configuration:

   • Ensure your NetApp system is running ONTAP 9 or later.
   • CIFS license must be enabled on the NetApp system.
   • Create a Storage Virtual Machine (SVM) with a CIFS volume and share. NetApp Guide[4]
   • Join the SVM to your Active Directory domain.
   • Ensure the CIFS share is accessible from the SCVMM server.

2. Networking & Permissions:

   • Ensure WinRM is enabled and accessible on the NetApp SVM.
   • The SCVMM server must be able to resolve and reach the NetApp SVM.
   • Add the SCVMM service account or computer account to the local Administrators group on the NetApp SVM.

3. Install NetApp SMI-S Provider (Optional but Recommended):

   • Download and install the NetApp SMI-S Provider 5.2.7.
   • This enables SCVMM to discover and manage NetApp storage via a standardised interface.
   • NetApp SMI-S Provider Documentation[3]

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🛠️ Steps to Add CIFS Share to SCVMM

1. Add File Server to SCVMM

• Open SCVMM Console.
• Go to Fabric > Storage > Add Resources > Storage Devices.
• In the Add Storage Devices Wizard:
  • Select Provider Type: Choose Windows-based file server.
  • Specify Discovery Scope: Enter the FQDN or IP of the NetApp SVM.
  • If the SVM is in an untrusted domain, check the box for "This computer is in an untrusted Active Directory domain".
  • Select a Run As account with access to the SVM.
  • SCVMM will attempt to discover available shares.

2. Select and Add File Shares

• Once discovered, select the CIFS shares you want to manage.
• Click Next, review the summary, and click Finish.

3. Assign File Shares to Hosts

• Go to Fabric > Servers > All Hosts.
• Select the target Hyper-V host or cluster.
• In the Host Properties, go to Host Access.
• Assign the file share and specify the Run As account.

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⚠️ Troubleshooting Tips

• If you encounter WinRM errors, ensure:
  • WinRM is enabled on the NetApp SVM: Run winrm quickconfig.
  • Firewall rules allow WinRM traffic.
  • DNS resolution is working correctly.
  • The SMI-S Provider is properly installed and configured.

More on troubleshooting: NetApp KB on SCVMM Integration Issues[2]