Chapter 3 Installing the Switches

Configuring Basic Connectivity

Step 8 Set the default gateway for the management interface. See your system administrator for a gateway address.

SFS-7000D(config-if-mgmt-ethernet)# gateway ip address

Step 9 Enable the management interface by entering the no shutdown command.

SFS-7000D(config-if-mgmt-ethernet)# no shutdown

Step 10 Save the configuration to preserve it between reboots.

SFS-7000D(config-if-mgmt-ethernet)# exit

SFS-7000D(config)# exit

SFS-7000D#copy running-config startup-config

Connecting the 10/100 Ethernet Management Port

The autosensing 10/100 Ethernet management port is located on the rear panel/port connectors side of the Cisco SFS 7000P and SFS 7000D Server Switches. (See Figure 3-7and Figure 3-8.) The Ethernet management port is used for out-of-band management of the Cisco SFS 7000P and SFS 7000D Server Switches.

Use the CAT-5 twisted pair RJ-45 straight-through cable to connect the 10/100 Ethernet management port to external hubs, switches, and routers.

Powering Up the Chassis

Warning Hazardous voltage or energy is present on the backplane when the system is operating. Use caution when servicing. Statement 1034

When you power up the chassis, use only the power cable provided with your InfiniBand system.

To power up the chassis, follow these steps:

Step 1 Remove the power cords from the shipping package.

Two power cords are available: UL-rated, 10 amps and 125 VAC or greater.

Step 2 Inspect the power cord to determine if it provides the proper plug and is appropriately certified for use with your electrical system. Discard the cord if it is inappropriate for your national electrical system, and obtain the proper cord, as required by your national electrical codes or ordinances.

Grounding is supplied by the ground prong on the three-prong power plug. Do not attach a separate ground cable, and do not use adapter plugs. Do not remove the ground prong from the cable. Be sure that the ground connection on the power supply is correct and functioning before applying power to the switch.

Step 3 Connect the power cords to the power connectors on the rear of the switch.

The system automatically boots up. You can watch the operation status by using the serial console.

For power connector locations for the Cisco SFS 7000P Server Switch, see Figure 3-9. For power connector locations for the Cisco SFS 7000D Server Switch, see Figure 3-10.

 

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