
Chapter 3 Initial Configuration
Initial Setup Routine
Se n d d o c u m e n t a t i o n c o m m e n t s t o m d s f e e d b a ck - d o c @ c i s c o . c o m
Setup Options
The setup scenario differs based on the subnet to which you are adding the new switch. You must configure a Cisco MDS 9020 Fabric Switch with an IP address to enable management connections from outside of the switch. Figure
Figure 3-1 Management Access to Switches
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