Connecting the SAN Switch to the fabric
This section describes the procedure for connecting the SAN Switch to the fabric.
EZSwitch Setup (optional)
After you have set up the 8-Gb SAN Switch in a rack or as a standalone switch, you can power
it on and configure it. If you are going to use the 8-Gb SAN Switch in a single-switch setup, you
can use EZSwitch Setup to complete the basic configuration.
For more information, see the EZSwitch Setup CD or
HPE StorageWorks 8-Gb SAN Switch
Quick Start Instructions
, included with your 8-Gb SAN Switch.
If you do not want to use EZSwitch Setup, use the procedures that follow.
Obtaining required items
To configure the SAN Switch for use in a network, ensure that you have the following:
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8-Gb SAN Switch installed and connected to a power source
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Workstation with an installed terminal emulator, such as HyperTerminal
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Unused IP address and corresponding subnet mask and gateway address
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Serial cable (supplied with switch)
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Ethernet cable
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SFP transceivers and compatible cables, as required
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Access to an FTP server to back up the switch configuration (optional)
Powering on the 8-Gb SAN Switch
The 8/8 and 8/24 SAN Switches use one power cord. The 8/40 and 8/80 SAN Switches, Encryption
SAN Switch, FCoE Converged Network Switch, and 1606 Extension SAN Switch use two power
cords.
IMPORTANT:
The 8/8 and 8/24 SAN Switches do not have an on/off switch. Power is supplied
as soon as you connect it to an AC power source.
To power on the switch:
1.
Connect the power cords to a power inlet on the switch and to a power source. Verify that
the cords use a minimum service loop of 15.2 cm (6 inches) to avoid stress. The switch
powers on automatically; there is no ON/OFF switch. To power off, remove the power cord
from the power source.
CAUTION:
To protect against AC failure on the 8/40 and 8/80 SAN Switches, Encryption
SAN Switch, FCoE Converged Network Switch, and 1606 Extension SAN Switch, connect
each power cord to an outlet on separate circuits.
2.
For the 8/40 and 8/80 SAN Switches, Encryption SAN Switch, FCoE Converged Network
Switch, and 1606 Extension SAN Switch, set the two AC switches to the ON position (
1
).
Power is supplied to the switch as soon as the first power supply is connected and turned
on.
The power supply LEDs display amber until POST completes, and then change to green.
The switch usually requires from 1 to 3 minutes to boot and complete POST.
3.
After POST completes, verify that the switch Power and Status LEDs light are green.
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Installing and configuring an 8-Gb SAN Switch