F5 ARX-VE, Planning Manual

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Chapter 1
Site Planning
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Bringing an ARX Inline
The process of bringing an ARX inline begins with installation. Consult the
hardware installation guides for each ARX model for the tasks involved
with installation.
Once you reach the installation initial interview , you can access the ARX
through the serial console to configure a default administrator, a switch
identifier, and out-of-band (OOB) management. Again, consult the
hardware installation guides for each ARX model for the tasks involved.
If you have used Data Manager to discover the configuration information of
a file server, you can move on to use Data Manager to generate an ARX
configuration definition (script) that can be installed and run on the ARX.
Creating a Configuration Definition Using Data Manager
Using file server discovery information, the Data Manager Create ARX
Configuration wizard lets you create a configuration definition that is
subsequently stored in the Data Manager database. From this definition, you
can generate the automated DOS and ARX CLI command scripts and
step-by-step deployment instructions that constitute an ARX deployment
workflow.
When implemented, the result is a virtualized NAS environment, enabling
you to effectively manage unstructured file data without disrupting systems,
applications, or users.
ARX configuration definitions generated by Data Manager are intended for
initial switch deployments. Do not merge these configurations with
previously deployed configurations without thoroughly reviewing both
10-gigabit Ethernet
optical ports X2 MSA form factor Optical ports (2) for 10-gigabit Ethernet connections over
multi-mode fiber.
Shipped with small form-factor pluggable (SFP) optical
transceivers installed. Transceivers accept SC-style multi-mode
fiber connectors for connection to Ethernet over fiber-optic
cable.
Important
Ports must be protected by blank covers, a rubber grommet filler, or a
cable connector at all times to prevent dust from collecting in the
transceiver.
Table 1.21 ARX-4000 Cable Connectors (Continued)
Interface Connector Purpose