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Installation
DXi6700, DXi6701, and DXi6702 Site Planning Guide
Network Configuration
The DXi6700 allows you to perform the following types of network configuration:
•
Basic
- The
Basic
network option allows you to configure the DXi6700 with a single
bonded interface. All physical Ethernet ports are bonded together to act as a single
interface (logical port). This interface is used for all types of network traffic
(replication, management, and data) and uses one set of network settings.
The
Basic
network option is simpler to set up and meets typical network and
performance needs. Use the
Basic
option unless you are sure you need to use a
custom or segmented configuration.
Note:
The
Basic
network option requires one set of network settings (IP address,
network mask, and gateway).
•
Custom
- The
Custom
network option allows you to configure the DXi6700 with
individual IP subnet information for each physical interface. In addition, you can also
create bonded interfaces (logical ports) consisting of two or more physical ports.
The
Custom
network option provides a great amount of flexibility to meet specific
network needs but is more complex to set up and may require switch configuration
changes. Use the
Custom
network option only if it is required by your network.
Note:
The
Custom
network option requires one or more sets of network settings
(IP address, network mask, and gateway), one for each configured network
interface.
•
Segmented
- The
Segmented
network option allows you to configure the DXi6700
with network segmentation. You can select from different bonding scenarios that
route different types of network traffic (replication, management, and data) over
different network interfaces. Each type of traffic uses its own set of network
settings.
The
Segmented
network option can provide performance and security advantages
for some networks but is more complex to set up and may require switch
configuration changes. Use the
Segmented
network option only if it is required by
your network.
Note:
The
Segmented
network option requires three sets of network settings (IP
address, network mask, and gateway), one for each traffic type
(replication, management, and data).
Caution:
Configuring
Custom
or
Segmented
network settings requires advanced
networking knowledge. When selecting network segmentation options
other than the
Basic
option, contact your network administrator for
assistance. For more information, refer to the
Quantum DXi6700 User’s
Guide
(6-67205).
