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Overview1

The HP StorageWorks SAN Switch 2/8 is a high-performance 8-port,

2 gigabit (Gb) Fibre Channel (FC) switch used to interconnect storage devices, hosts, and servers in a SAN.

The hp StorageWorks SAN switch 2/8 is offered in two configurations; the 2/8 EL and 2/8 Power Pak. Refer to the hp StorageWorks SAN Switch 2/8 Version 3.0.2k Release Notes for a complete list of management features enabled on your specific switch.

Note: This guide refers to both models as the SAN Switch 2/8, unless otherwise noted.

This chapter provides the following information:

■SAN Switch 2/8 Features, page 18

■Firmware, page 18

■Hardware, page 18

hp StorageWorks SAN Switch 2/8 Installation Guide

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Contents Hp StorageWorks SAN switch 2/8 Page Contents Contents Regulatory Compliance Notices Tables Technical SpecificationsElectrostatic Discharge Contents Contents About this Guide Related Documentation OverviewIntended Audience Document Conventions Text SymbolsConventions Equipment Symbols About this Guide Rack stability protects personal and equipment Rack StabilityHP Storage Website Getting HelpHP Technical Support HP Authorized Reseller Overview1 Hardware SAN Switch 2/8 FeaturesFirmware SFP Media Side Fan Side Optional Hardware Kits Accessory Part NumberOverview Installing SAN Switch 2/8 Four Switch Limitation Errors Check the License InstalledFour Switch Limitation CLI Error Messages Violation Timer Errors Four Switch Limitation Workarounds Unpack and Verify Carton Contents Number Description Cooling Requirements Installation and Safety GuidelinesSelecting an Operating Location Power Requirements Installing the Switch as a Stand-alone Unit Installing the Fixed Rail Kit Attaching the Fixed Rack Mount Kit rails to the switch Connecting the power cord Items Required for the HP System/e Rack Optional HP System/e RackInstalling the SAN Switch 2/8 Installing the Switch in the Optional HP System/e Rack Installing the rear rail tray brackets Installing the tinnerman clips Installing the rubber washers Assembling the outer rails Assembling the inner rails Installing the switch into an HP Rack Securing the switch Power On Self-Test Requirements Configuring SAN Switch 2/8 Network AddressingSetting Network Addresses via a Serial Connection Connecting the Serial cable To configure port settings in a Unix environment, type Connecting the Ethernet cable Connecting the SAN Switch 2/8 to the LANHow to Check the Current Core PID Setting Important Information on Setting the Core PID FormatHow to Change the Core PID Format Modifying Domain IDs Specifying Custom Status Policies Connecting a Cable to an SFP Module Inserting a cable into an SFP Verifying OperationInstalling Multiple Switches into an Existing SAN Cascading Switches Managing SAN Switch 2/8 Front Panel LEDs Interpreting LED ActivityLED Port Speed Ethernet Link Rear Panel LED Management Overview Enabling Licensed Features Displaying the Optional Feature LicensesChanging the Admin Password and User ID Running Basic Switch Operations Using TelnetLogging into the SAN Switch 2/8 Configuring the IP and Fibre Channel Address Checking the Firmware Version Setting the Switch Date and TimeDisplaying Devices within the Fabric Interpreting Post Results SAN Switch 2/8 Diagnostic TestsDisplaying Switch Configuration Settings Diagnostic Tests Managing the SAN Switch 2/8 Saving Configuration Settings Upgrading Firmware Backing Up System Configuration Settings FastBoot Restoring the System Configuration SettingsDownloading Firmware from the HP Website Upgrading or Restoring the Switch FirmwareFCC EMC Statement USA Regulatory Compliance NoticesEMC Statement European Union EMC Statement CanadaSpécification ATI Classe a France Germany Noise DeclarationRegulatory Compliance Notices Certification and Classification Information Laser SafetyBattery Replacement Notice Regulatory Compliance Notices Electrostatic Discharge Grounding Methods Technical Specifications Power Supply Specifications DimensionsEnvironmental Requirements Memory SpecificationsPIN Serial Port SpecificationsAPI AlpaAsic ATMBER AwtovEdtov CRCDLS FC-FLA FC-AL-3FCP FciaFlogi FsaccISL HBANAA LIPMIB Plogi Ratov PostRscn RrtovRxid SANTranslative Mode SwitchTarget TenancyUlptov UDPULP WWNIndex Network addressing Hp StorageWorks SAN Switch 2/8 Installation Guide 103 104