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Installing and Configuring the HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 16B

 

– In a Windows 95, 98, 2000, or NT environment:

Parameter

Value

 

 

Bits per second:

9600

Databits:

8

Parity:

None

Stop bits:

1

Flow control:

None

In a UNIX environment, enter the following string at the prompt: tip /dev/ ttyb -9600

f.From the terminal emulator application, log on to the switch with administrative privileges through the serial connection. The default administrative logon is admin and the default password is password.

CAUTION Do not change the default password unless local administration policy requires it.

g.Enter the following at the prompt: ipAddrSet

h.Enter the following information at the corresponding prompts, listed below:

Ethernet IP Address [10.77.77.77]: Enter the new Ethernet IP address.

Ethernet Subnetmask [0.0.0.0]: Enter the new Ethernet subnetmask.

Fibre Channel IP Address [none]: Enter the new Fibre Channel IP address if desired.

Fibre Channel Subnetmask [none]: Enter the new Fibre Channel subnet mask if desired.

Gateway Address [172.17.1.1]: Enter the new gateway address.

Set IP address now? [y = set now, n = next reboot]: Enter “y” to set now.

i.You can verify the address was correctly set by entering the following: ipAddrShow

j.Record the IP address on the label provided for this purpose on the FC 16B.

k.Once the IP address is verified as correct, remove the serial cable and replace the shipping plug in the serial port.

Note The serial port is intended only for use during the initial setting of the IP address and for service purposes. Using the serial port during normal switch operation or for regular maintenance is not recommended.

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HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 16B Installation and Reference