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Adding Oracle Exalytics In-Memory
Machine to Your Network
This chapter describes how to connect the Oracle Exalytics In-Memory Machine to
your existing network.
It contains the following topics:
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Transceiver and Optical Modules for 10 GbE Connectivity
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Determining Default Eth0 IP Address
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Connecting Exalytics In-Memory Machine to Your Network
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Configuring the Network for Oracle Exalytics In-Memory Machine
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4.1 Before You Begin
Before connecting the Oracle Exalytics In-Memory Machine to your data center's
existing network, ensure that the following prerequisites are satisfied:
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4.1.1 Switch Requirements
Before connecting the Oracle Exalytics In-Memory Machine to your data center's
network, complete the following preparatory tasks:
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Identify the network switch or connector that you will use to connect the Oracle
Exalytics In-Memory Machine to your network.
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Identify the IP subnet and the address range associated with the network switch.
4.1.2 Cable Requirements
The following Ethernet cables are included in the Oracle Exalytics In-Memory Machine
package:
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One 10-feet (CAT5/CAT5E) red cable (part number: 530-4433-01)
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One 10-feet (CAT5/CAT5E) black cable (part number: 530-4435-01)
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