2 – General Description

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Chassis Controls and LEDs

2.1

Chassis Controls and LEDs

The Reset/Force PROM button shown in Figure 2-2is the only chassis control and is used to recover a disabled switch. The chassis LEDs provide information about the switch’s operation status. These LEDS include the Over Temperature LED, Fan Fail LED, Heartbeat LED, and the Input Power LED. To apply power to the switch, plug the power cord into the switch AC power receptacle and into a 110 or 230 VAC power source.

AC Power

Reset/Force

 

Receptacle

PROM Button

 

Over Temperature LED

Input Power LED

(Yellow)

(Green)

 

Fan Fail LED

Heartbeat LED

 

(Yellow)

(Yellow)

Figure 2-2. Chassis Controls and LEDS

2.1.1

Reset/Force PROM Button

The Reset/Force PROM button is a dual-function momentary switch on the front panel. Its purpose is to reset the switch or to place the switch in force PROM mode. Force PROM mode causes the switch to access PROM when flash memory or the resident configuration file is corrupted. Placing the switch in force PROM mode forces the default IP address of 10.0.0.1. To exit force PROM mode, reset the switch either by pressing the Reset/Force PROM button or power cycling the switch. Refer to ”Recovering a Switch” on page 5-9for more information about using force PROM mode.

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Q-Logic 8C manual Chassis Controls and LEDs, Reset/Force Prom Button

8C specifications

The Q-Logic 8C is a high-performance network interface card designed for data centers and enterprise environments, catering specifically to the needs of modern storage networking demands. This advanced product seamlessly integrates with both Fibre Channel and Ethernet networks, allowing for flexible and efficient storage management.

One of the standout features of the Q-Logic 8C is its support for both Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) and iSCSI protocols. This dual-protocol capability provides organizations with the flexibility to utilize their existing investment in storage while adopting new technologies as their needs evolve. The card’s ability to handle both protocols enhances overall operational efficiency and reduces costs.

The 8C also incorporates advanced virtualization technologies, which are essential for modern cloud environments. With built-in support for virtualized workloads, the Q-Logic 8C allows for optimal performance within virtual machine environments. It is designed to reduce CPU overhead, which can lead to improved application performance and resource utilization across the board.

In terms of characteristics, the Q-Logic 8C boasts an impressive data throughput rate, reaching up to 32 Gbps per port. This high bandwidth ensures that data-intensive applications can run smoothly without the bottlenecks often encountered in traditional storage networking setups. Additionally, the card supports multiple queues per port, facilitating efficient data processing and load balancing across applications.

Another key technology featured in the Q-Logic 8C is its advanced security protocols. It incorporates built-in encryption capabilities, ensuring that sensitive data remains secure during transmission. This is particularly important for organizations that handle confidential information and must comply with stringent data protection regulations.

The Q-Logic 8C is also designed with power efficiency in mind. Its energy-efficient architecture reduces power consumption, contributing to lower operational costs for data centers striving to minimize their carbon footprint.

In summary, the Q-Logic 8C is a versatile and high-performance network interface card that integrates seamlessly into modern data center architectures. With its dual-protocol support, advanced virtualization capabilities, high throughput, security features, and energy efficiency, it stands out as a comprehensive solution for organizations looking to enhance their storage networking infrastructure. Whether in traditional environments or complex cloud setups, the Q-Logic 8C provides the performance and flexibility required to meet today’s demanding data requirements.