4 – Installation
Installing a Switch
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4.2.4
Connect the Workstation to the Switch

You can manage the switch using the CLI, QuickTools, or Enterprise Fabric Suite

2007. QuickTools and Enterprise Fabric Suite 2007 require an Ethernet

connection to the switch. The CLI can use an Ethernet connection or a serial

connection. Choose a switch management method, then connect the

management workstation to the switch in one of the following ways:

Indirect Ethernet connection from the management workstation to the switch

RJ-45 Ethernet connector through an Ethernet switch or a hub. This requires

a 10/100 Base-T straight cable as shown in Figure 4-6.

Direct Ethernet connection from the management workstation to the switch

RJ-45 Ethernet connector. This requires a 10/100 Base-T cross-over cable

as shown in Figure 4-6.

Serial port connection from the management workstation to the switch

RS-232 serial port connector. This requires a null modem F/F DB9 cable as

shown in Figure 4-6.

Figure 4-6. Workstation Cable Connections

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Connection