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Detailed Hardware Installation and Initial Setup Steps

Overview

Table 2-1. Summary of Cable Types to Use with the DCM Controller

Port Type

Cable Type

Length Limits

 

 

 

10/100/1000Base-T

For either 10, 100, or 1000 Mbps operation,

 

Category 5 or better, 100-ohm unshielded

 

twisted-pair (UTP) or shielded twisted-pair

 

(STP) balanced cable.

 

For 1000 Mbps (gigabit) operation, Category

 

5E cabling or better is recommended.

100 meters

Note: The DCM Controller is compatible with the IEEE 802.3ab standard including the Auto MDI/MDI-X feature, which allows use of either straight-through or crossover twisted- pair cables for connecting to any network devices, including end nodes, such as computers, switches, hubs, and routers.

Note: For 1000 Mbps operation, all four wire pairs are used for data transmission.

■Installation Location—Before installing the DCM Controller, plan its location and orientation relative to other devices and equipment.

•In the front of the DCM Controller, leave at least 7.6 cm (3 inches) of space for the twisted-pair cabling.

•In the back of the DCM Controller, leave at least 3.8 cm (1 1/2 inches) of space for the power cord.

•On the sides of the DCM Controller, leave at least 7.6 cm (3 inches) for cooling, except if the controller is installed in an open EIA/TIA rack.

3. Read and Follow the Installation Precautions

Follow these precautions when installing the DCM Controller.

W a r n i n g

■ The rack or cabinet should be adequately secured to prevent it from

 

becoming unstable and/or falling over.

DCM Controllers that are installed in a rack or cabinet should be mounted as low as possible, with the heaviest devices at the bottom and progres- sively lighter devices installed above.

■For safe operation, only install the DCM Controller horizontally, with the bottom side down.

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Data Center Connection Manager Software Products specifications

HP Data Center Connection Manager (DCM) is a crucial software solution designed to optimize the management and performance of data center environments. As organizations increasingly rely on data centers to support their digital transformation initiatives, DCM provides a comprehensive suite of tools to streamline operations, enhance resource utilization, and improve overall efficiency.

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