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2 Connecting the switch to the fabric

NOTE

It could take a short time (typically a few seconds, but sometimes up to 20 seconds) for the newly added switch module to appear in the fabric display with its newly assigned domain ID.

4.If you need to install transceivers, install them in the external CEE and FC ports as required.

a.Remove the dust plugs from the ports to be used.

b.If necessary, remove the end caps from the transceiver.

c.Orient the transceiver correctly and insert it into a port until it is firmly seated and the latching mechanism clicks.

For instructions specific to the type of transceiver, refer to the transceiver manufacturer’s documentation.

d.Repeat substeps a, b, and c for the remaining ports, as required.

NOTE

Use only Dell-approved transceivers in the external optical ports of this module.

5.Connect the cables to the transceivers.

The transceivers are keyed to ensure correct orientation. If a transceiver does not install easily, ensure that it is correctly oriented and that the end caps have been removed. The cables used in trunking groups must meet specific requirements.

ATTENTION

A cable should not be bent to a radius less than 5.08 cm (2 inches) under full tensile load and 3.048 cm (1.2 inches) with no tensile load.

Tie wraps are not recommended for optical cables because they are easily overtightened.

a.Orient a cable connector so that the key (the ridge on one side of connector) aligns with the slot in the transceiver.

b.Insert the cable into the transceiver until the latching mechanism clicks. For instructions specific to cable type, refer to the cable manufacturer’s documentation.

c.Repeat for the remaining transceivers as required.

6.Check the LEDs to verify that all components are functional.

For information about LED patterns, see the “Interpreting LED activity” on page 23.

7.Verify the correct operation of the converged network switch by typing the switchShow command from the workstation.

This command provides information about switch module and port status.

8.Verify the correct operation of the converged network switch in the fabric by entering one of the following commands:

a.If you are in NPIV mode, enter the ag --showcommand

b.If you are in full fabric mode, enter the fabricShow command

9.Back up the switch module configuration to an FTP server. See “Backing up the configuration” on page 20 for specifics.

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Contents Dell M8428-k Page Contents Chapter Operating the Dell M8428-k Index Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual This chapter How this document is organizedSupported hardware and software What’s new in this documentCommand syntax conventions Command examplesDocument conventions Text formattingKey terms Corporation Referenced Trademarks and ProductsGetting technical help Additional informationIndustry resources Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 Xii Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 Npiv mode and full fabric mode Introducing the Dell M8428-kFeature Support Hardware description Npiv mode hardware considerationsPort side Top view Hardware description Port side viewLabeling TransceiversUnpacking and installing the Dell M8428-k Optional featuresISL trunking groups Unpacking and installing the Dell M8428-k Unpacking and installing the Dell M8428-k Introduction Items requiredModifying the converged network switch IP address Using the CMC CLI to set the IP address Using the CMC GUI to set the IP addressUsing the Dell M8428-k CLI to set the IP address Click Start and select Programs Accessories Communications Configuring for FCoE Switchadmin ipaddrsetConnecting the switch to the Ethernet management network Connecting the switch to the fabricDell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual Changing from Npiv aggregator mode to full fabric mode Changing to full fabric mode using the browser-based GUIChanging from full fabric mode to Npiv aggregator mode Changing to Npiv mode using the browser-based GUI Changing to Npiv mode using the command line interfaceBacking up the configuration Interoperability Port negotiation on Fibre Channel portsAccessing the converged network switch Interpreting Post resultsSwitch module status LEDs Interpreting LED activityLocating the serial number Port status LEDsRemoving and replacing the converged network switch Removing a cable and transceiver from a port Npiv Mode default port mapping Processor and memory specificationsWeight and physical dimensions Facility requirementsArchitectural specification ElectricalSupported mezzanine cards Fibre Channel standards complianceFCC warning US only Regulatory complianceKCC Statement Republic of Korea Vcci statement Japan Bsmi statement Republic of Taiwan Canadian requirements CE statementLaser compliance Environmental regulation compliance China RoHSTS/HS Dual Language Sheet Country Safety specification EMC specification Regulatory certificationsEnvironmental regulation compliance EMC certifications Environmental regulation compliance Index LED, 22 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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