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These commands upload the converged network switch configuration to the server, making it available for downloading to a replacement converged network switch if necessary. Dell recommends backing up the configuration on a regular basis to ensure that a complete configuration is available for downloading to a replacement switch module.

Changing from NPIV aggregator mode to full fabric mode

If your converged network switch is currently configured in NPIV mode, you can enable the module for full fabric mode by disabling NPIV mode. When you do this, the module automatically reboots in full fabric mode.

Determine if the switch module is running in NPIV mode by entering the switchShow CLI command to display the current switch configuration. If running in NPIV aggregator mode, the switchMode parameter will display Access Gateway.

NOTE

Disabling NPIV mode is disruptive because the switch is disabled and rebooted. Always back up the current configuration before enabling or disabling NPIV mode. Enabling NPIV mode clears the security and zone databases. Disabling NPIV mode clears the F_Port to N_Port mapping.

Changing to full fabric mode using the browser-based GUI

Complete the following steps to enable full fabric mode using the browser-based GUI.

1.From the management console, open a Web browser.

2.Enter the IP address of the converged network switch into the Address field of the Web browser.

3.Log into the browser-based GUI using the default administrative account.

Login: admin

Password: password

4.From the Fabric Tree, select the converged network switch. The selected switch module appears in the Switch View.

5.Click the Switch Admin button in the browser-based GUI Manage task box. The Switch Administration window opens.

NOTE

You should save the configuration file if you are converting an converged network switch to NPIV mode. To save your current configuration, click the Show Advanced Mode button in the top right-hand corner of the Switch Administration window. Select the Configure tab, then select the Upload/Download tab. Enter the relevant information to upload the configuration file.

6.From the Switch Status section, click Disable.

7.From the NPIV Mode section, click Disable.

8.Click Apply.

9.When prompted, click Yes to restart the switch module in full fabric mode.

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Contents Dell M8428-k Page Contents Chapter Operating the Dell M8428-k Index Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual How this document is organized This chapterSupported hardware and software What’s new in this documentCommand examples Command syntax conventionsDocument conventions Text formattingCorporation Referenced Trademarks and Products Key termsIndustry resources Additional informationGetting technical help Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 Xii Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 Introducing the Dell M8428-k Npiv mode and full fabric modeFeature Support Port side Npiv mode hardware considerationsHardware description Hardware description Port side view Top viewTransceivers LabelingISL trunking groups Optional featuresUnpacking and installing the Dell M8428-k Unpacking and installing the Dell M8428-k Unpacking and installing the Dell M8428-k Items required IntroductionModifying the converged network switch IP address Using the CMC GUI to set the IP address Using the CMC CLI to set the IP addressClick Start and select Programs Accessories Communications Using the Dell M8428-k CLI to set the IP addressSwitchadmin ipaddrset Configuring for FCoEConnecting the switch to the fabric Connecting the switch to the Ethernet management networkDell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual Changing to full fabric mode using the browser-based GUI Changing from Npiv aggregator mode to full fabric modeChanging from full fabric mode to Npiv aggregator mode Changing to Npiv mode using the command line interface Changing to Npiv mode using the browser-based GUIBacking up the configuration Port negotiation on Fibre Channel ports InteroperabilityInterpreting Post results Accessing the converged network switchInterpreting LED activity Switch module status LEDsPort status LEDs Locating the serial numberRemoving and replacing the converged network switch Removing a cable and transceiver from a port Processor and memory specifications Npiv Mode default port mappingFacility requirements Weight and physical dimensionsElectrical Architectural specificationFibre Channel standards compliance Supported mezzanine cardsKCC Statement Republic of Korea Vcci statement Japan Regulatory complianceFCC warning US only Bsmi statement Republic of Taiwan Laser compliance CE statementCanadian requirements China RoHS Environmental regulation complianceTS/HS Dual Language Sheet Regulatory certifications Country Safety specification EMC specificationEnvironmental 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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