The FlashArray array managers require credentials for both the source and target arrays. For all source (local) FlashArrays listed in a given array manager, there can only be one set of credentials so they must be valid for all specified source (local) FlashArrays. For all target (peer) FlashArrays listed in a given array manager, there can only be one set of credentials so they must be valid for all specified target (peer) FlashArrays. These credentials will be used in SRM during later parts of this guide.
The credentials need to have storage admin level authorization for every replication type except ActiveDR which requires array admin level. They cannot be read only or ops admin. It is recommended to either use active directory or LDAP credentials, or create a specific local user on the FlashArray for the SRA for auditing purposes.
To create a local user, login to the FlashArray and click Settings > Users > Create User:
Enter in the username and password and choose Storage Admin.
Note that if you plan on using ActiveDR failover, you must use ARRAY ADMIN level permissions. The failover process includes managing the state of an entire pod which requires admin-level permissions. For customers using ActiveCluster and/or Protection Group/Periodic replication, storage admin level permissions will suffice.
Repeat for each FlashArray and then use those credentials in SRM.