4 – Managing Switches | |
Configuring a Switch |
4.6.1
Switch Configuration
Use the Switch Properties window to change the chassis name, administrative state, domain ID, and to enable or disable broadcast support. Broadcast support provides support for IP broadcast over Fibre Channel. The timeout values are displayed for reference purposes only when the switch is online. These fields become activate when the switch is take offline and then redisplaying the Switch Properties window. After making changes, choose the OK button to put the new values into effect.
Figure 4-4. Switch Properties Window
4.6.1.1
Chassis Name
A
4.6.1.2
Switch Administrative States
The switch administrative state specifies the operational status of the switch. Table
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Online |
| The switch is available. |
Offline |
| The switch is unavailable. |
Test |
| The switch is in test mode and is unavailable. |
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