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3.2.7
Replacing a Failed Switch in a Fabric
To replace a failed switch in a fabric, plug in the switch and copy the archived switch configuration file to the switch using the Restore function. Refer to ”Restoring a Switch” on page
To replace a failed switch using the SANbox Manager Restore function:
1.Unplug and remove the failed switch.
2.Plug in the new replacement switch.
3.Open the topology display and select the replacement switch.
4.Open the Switch menu and select Restore.
5.In the Restore Switch window, enter a name or choose the archived switch configuration file to copy to the switch.
6.Choose the OK button to write the configuration file to the switch.
3.2.8
Deleting Switches and Links
The SANbox Manager application does not automatically delete switches or links that have failed or have been physically removed from the Fibre Channel network. In these cases, you can delete switches and links to bring the display up to date. If you delete a switch or a link that is still active, the SANbox Manager application will restore it automatically. You can also refresh the display. To delete a switch from the topology display, do the following:
1.Select one or more switches in the topology display.
2.Open the Switch menu and select Delete.
To delete a link, do the following:
1.Select one or more links in the topology display.
2.Open the Switch menu and select Delete.
3.3
Displaying Fabric Information
The topology display is your primary tool for monitoring a fabric. The graphics window of the topology display provides status information for switches,
The data window tabs show name server, switch, and active zone set information. The Active Zoneset tab shows the zone definitions for the active zone set. Refer to ”Name Server Data Window” on page
