IBM SAN32M-2, Installation And Service Manual

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23 Chapter 2: Installation tasks
a. To connect the top and middle stacked hubs, connect an RJ-45
patch cable to port 24 of the top hub, then connect the cable to
port 12 of the middle hub.
b. To connect the bottom and middle stacked hubs, connect a
second RJ-45 patch cable to port 24 of the middle hub, then
connect the cable to port 12 of the bottom hub.
c. As shown in the figure captioned Patch cable and MDI selector
configuration (
1
and
2
), use a pointed instrument to set the
medium-dependent interface (MDI) switch on the top and
middle hubs to
MDI (in). As shown in Figure 8 ( 3 ), set the
MDI switch on the bottom hub to
MDIX
(out).
NOTE: To connect two hubs, use the middle and bottom hub
instructions only.
6. Connect a power cord to a rack power strip and the receptacle at
the rear of each hub. Power for each hub switches on when the
hub (and equipment rack) are connected to facility AC power.
NOTE: Ensure each hub is connected to a separate rack power strip.
7. Inspect the front panel of each hub. Ensure each green Power LED
illuminates.
Task 3: Unpack, inspect, and install the product
The following paragraphs provide instructions to unpack, inspect,
and install one or more switches.
Unpack and inspect switch
Unpack and inspect the switch(es) as follows:
1. Inspect shipping container(s) for damage caused during transit. If
a container is damaged, ensure a representative from the freight
carrier is present when the container is opened.
2. Unpack shipping container(s) and inspect each item for damage.
Ensure the packaged items correspond to the items listed on the
enclosed bill of materials.