HP 5697-7483 manual Configure the 8Gb SAN Switch, Items required for configuration

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9.Identify the interconnect bay number where the switch is installed. At the OA command line, enter: connect interconnect x

Where x is the interconnect bay slot where the switch is installed.

a.User: admin

b.Password: password

NOTE:

Enter entries as shown, because commands are case sensitive.

10.Or, follow the onscreen prompts to change your password now.

11. The OA will then connect its serial line to the Switch in the specified interconnect bay. A prompt displays indicating that the escape character for returning to the OA is Ctrl __ (underscore).

12.At the command line, enter: ipaddrset.

13.Enter the remaining IP addressing information, as prompted.

14.Optionally, enter ipaddrshow at the command prompt to verify that the IP address is set correctly.

15.Record the IP addressing information, and store it in a safe place.

16.Enter Exit, and press Enter to log out of the serial console.

17.Disconnect the serial cable. For additional assistance with operating the Onboard Administrator CLI, refer to the Onboard Administrator Command Line Interface user guide for your specific enclosure, available at http://www.hp.com.

Configure the 8Gb SAN Switch

The 8Gb SAN Switch must be configured to ensure correct operation within a network and fabric. For instructions about configuring the switch to operate in a fabric containing switches from other vendors, refer to the HP StorageWorks SAN Design reference guide:

http://h18000.www1.hp.com/products/storageworks/san/documentation.html.

For more information about the CLI, refer to the latest version of the Fabric OS command reference guide.

Items required for configuration

The following items are required for configuring and connecting the 8Gb SAN Switch for use in a network and fabric:

8Gb SAN Switch installed in the enclosure

IP address and corresponding subnet mask and gateway address recorded during the Set the IP address, page 23 procedure

Ethernet cable

SFP transceivers and compatible optical cables, as required

Access to an FTP server for backing up the switch configuration (optional)

Connect to the Command Line Interface

Make an Ethernet connection and log in to the 8Gb SAN Switch:

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Contents Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class Page Contents Regulatory compliance and safety Managing the 8Gb SAN SwitchSAN Switch technical specifications Electrostatic dischargeIndex Figures Tables Page About this guide SAN Switch related documentationIntended audience HP BladeSystem c-Class related documentationHP contact information Document conventions and symbolsDocument conventions Convention ElementOther HP websites Subscription serviceDocumentation feedback TIPAbout this guide Overview 8Gb SAN Switch featuresItem number Description Component identification8Gb SAN Switch licensing 8Gb SAN Switch redundancyInternal ports summary Supported optional software ISL trunking groupsOptional software kits Option Part numberThrough lists the only supported SFPs Supported SFP transceiver optionsOptional Long Wave 4Gb SFPs Distance OM2 Cable OM3 CableOverview Shipping carton contents SetupInstall the 8Gb SAN Switch Installation and safety considerationsInstalling multiple switches Electrical considerationsScale 2/3 = Check LEDs OA power verificationUsing Enclosure Bay IP Addressing Ebipa Set the switch Ethernet IP addressSetting the IP address manually Using external DhcpConnect to the Command Line Interface Configure the 8Gb SAN SwitchItems required for configuration Verifying installed licenses Setting the date and timeModifying the FC domain ID optional Disabling and enabling a switchEnter a unique domain ID. For example Dpod commands Using Dynamic Ports On Demand DpodDisabling and enabling a port Verifying the configuration Example for Brocade 8/12 SAN SwitchBacking up the configuration Enter fabricshow to get general information about the fabricManagement features Managing the 8Gb SAN Switch8Gb SAN Switch management features Management tool Out-of-band support In-band supportInstalling dust covers in empty ports Maintaining the 8Gb SAN SwitchConnecting with a management station Replacing an SFP transceiverDiagnostic tests Powering on and offOrient the SFP with the appropriate port. See and Table Item Number Description LED indicators LED indicatorsInterpreting LED activity LED patternsPort link status LED patterns Module status LED patternsModule Status LED patterns during normal operation Port link status LED patternsBoot Post and boot specificationsInterpreting Post results About the reset button Firmware updateRebooting the switch Replacing a faulty 8Gb SAN SwitchBrocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class Managing the 8Gb SAN Switch Regulatory compliance Regulatory compliance and safetyRegulatory compliance identification numbers Laser device complianceCanadian notice avis Canadien International notices and statementsEuropean union regulatory notice Bsmi notice Japanese notice Battery replacement notice SafetyTaiwan battery recycling notice Korean noticeJapanese power cord statement Power cordsRegulatory compliance and safety Electrostatic discharge How to prevent electrostatic dischargeGrounding methods This appendix provides the following informationElectrostatic discharge General specifications SAN Switch technical specificationsGeneral specifications Specification Description8Gb SAN Switch physical dimensions Weight and physical dimensionsEnvironmental requirements Environmental requirementsSupported HBAs Supported SFPsSAN Switch technical specifications Glossary DLS FCS switch Fibre Channel fill wordDomain ID EdtovFRU FlogiFSP FspfLmtov LIPLpsm LWLRatov PlogiRAID RrtovSAN RscnSdram SnmpFabric has a distinct WWN WWNGlossary ISL IndexTrunking groups LEDTransceiver, 13, 14, 25, 33, 35