Configure the 4Gb SAN Switch

The 4Gb 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 4Gb SAN Switch for use in a network and fabric:

4Gb SAN Switch installed in the enclosure

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

Ethernet cable

SFP transceivers and compatible optical cables, as required

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

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