HP Data Center Connection Manager Products Getting Started Guide
HP ProCurve Datacenter Connection Manager Controller
Hardware Installation and Getting Started Guide
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March 2012
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Contents
HP ProCurve Datacenter Connection Manager Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Hardware Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Physical Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Environmental Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Acoustic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
USB Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Ethernet Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Console Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
LCD Menu and Configuration Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Serial Number and MAC Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
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Warranty and Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Contact Support Through Email or Telephone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Software Releases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Quick Start Hardware Installation and Initial Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11
Next Steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
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HP ProCurve Datacenter Connection Manager Controller
HP ProCurve Datacenter Connection
Manager Controller
The HP ProCurve Datacenter Connection Manager (DCM) Controller is a 1U
appliance that is designed to help network administrators provision the
network for server interfaces.
Using the DCM Controller, network administrators can prepare in advance for
a new server installation by configuring a virtual connection, which determines the network attributes for that server interface. For example, network
administrators can:
■ Control how MAC and IP addresses are assigned to the server interface—
Network administrators can specify that the DCM Controller assign the
IP address and/or MAC address. Or, they can allow the addresses to be
assigned manually when the connection is created or subscribed.
■ Specify which MAC address and IP address are assigned to the server
interface—Network administrators can determine exactly which MAC
address and IP address are assigned to each server interface.
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In addition, network administrators can enforce MAC-Auth or 802.1X authentication for the server interface and define its virtual LAN (VLAN) and Quality
of Service (QoS) settings.
After the virtual connection is defined, server administrators can subscribe,
or associate, the virtual connection with a new server interface. The DCM
Controller supports all types of server interfaces, from legacy server interfaces that run on dedicated hardware to virtualized servers that run on blade
server systems.
With these few simple steps, the DCM Controller is prepared to automatically
handle the installation of a new server interface. When the server interface is
connected to the network, the DCM Controller detects the server interface,
authenticates it (using either MAC-Auth or 802.1X), and forwards its defined
network attributes to the switch, which enforces them. (For more information
about this process, see the HP ProCurve Datacenter Connection Manager
Controller Management and Configuration Guide.)
Figure 1-1 shows how this process works.
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Figure 1-1. DCM Controller Simplifies the Process of Provisioning the Network
for New Server Interfaces
In addition to providing a technical solution for provisioning the network for
server interfaces, the DCM Controller facilitates communications between two
IT groups—network administrators and server administrators—and helps them
establish an efficient, repeatable workflow process for tasks such as:
■ Adding a server interface to the network
■ Changing a server interface’s network configuration
■ Collecting and maintaining information about server interfaces
For example, the workflow process for adding a server interface to the
network might include these steps:
1. The network administrator creates virtual connections in DCM Controller. This step could be completed at any time in preparation for new server
interfaces that might be added to the network.
2. The server administrator accesses the Web browser interface, using a
username and password that provides limited rights to the DCM Controller. The server administrator can view only the Subscriber view, which
lists the available virtual connections.
3. The server administrator subscribes to a virtual connection. By subscribing to a connection, the server administrator associates a new server
interface with a specific virtual connection.
When the new server interface is connected to the network, the DCM
Controller forwards the settings you configured to the switch so that those
settings can be enforced on the switch port.
4. The network administrator monitors the connection.
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This simple process can occur seamlessly, eliminating waiting periods and
possible frustration because of miscommunications between the network
administrator and the server administrator.
DCM Controller also provides a framework for collecting information that can
be useful to network administrators. For example, when a server administrator subscribes to a connection, he or she enters important information about
the server interface, including its location, host name, owner, and applications
running on it. Network administrators can then access the DCM database to
view this information and use it as needed. (For more information, see the HP
ProCurve Datacenter Connection Manager Controller Management and
Configuration Guide.)
This hardware installation and getting started guide is written for network
administrators, who will install and manage the DCM Controller. This guide
provides:
■ Hardware specifications for the DCM Controller
■ Quick start installation instructions for experienced network administra-
tors who want just the basic initial setup steps
■ Detailed step-by-step installation instructions for network administrators
who want more detailed instructions
■ Safety and EMC regulatory statements
■ Recycling statements
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For additional configuration information, download PDF versions of:
■ HP ProCurve Datacenter Connection Manager Controller Management
and Configuration Guide—designed for network administrators who
must configure network infrastructure devices to support server interfaces
■
HP Datacenter Connection Manager Controller Server Administrator’s
e—designed for server administrators who are responsible for install-
Guid
ing and managing server interfaces (particularly those in data centers)
Both guides are available at:
http://www.procurve.com/customercare/support/manuals/index.htm
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Hardware
This section provides the DCM Controller’s hardware specifications and
describes its LEDs.
Hardware Specifications
The DCM Controller is a 1U appliance (J9445A). (See Figure 1-2.)
Figure 1-2. Front Panel of the DCM Controller
Physical Dimensions
The exact dimensions of the DCM Controller are listed in Table 1-1.
Table 1-1. Physical Dimensions of the DCM Controller
Width 44.3 cm (17.42 in)
Depth 39 cm (15.4 in)
Height 4.2 cm (1.64 in)
Weight 6.1 kg (13.45 lbs.)
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Electrical
The DCM Controller automatically adjusts to any voltage between 100–127
and 200–240 volts and either 50 or 60 Hz. (See Table 1-2.)
Table 1-2. Electrical Specifications
AC voltage 100–127/200–240 volts
Maximum current 2A/1A
Frequency range 50/60 Hz
Environmental Guidelines
Table 1-3 lists the environmental guidelines for the DCM Controller.
Table 1-3. Environmental
Operating Non-Operating
Temperature 5°C to 40°C (41°F to 122°F) –40°C to 65°C (–40°F to 149°F)
Relative humidity:
(non-condensing)
Maximum altitude 2 km (6,500 ft) 4.6 km (15,000 ft)
15% to 80% at 40°C (104°F) 20% to 90% at 65°C (149°F)
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Acoustic
Noise Emission LwA=52 dB at virtual work space according to DIN 45635 T.19.
(Geraeuschemission LwA=52 dB am fiktiven Arbeitsplatz nach DIN 45635
T. 19 .)
USB Port
The DCM Controller has a USB port, which supports USB 2.0-compliant drives.
However, the USB port does not support USB 3.0-compliant drives.
You use the USB port to back up and restore data and to re-initialize DCM
Controller in the event of catastrophic failure. (For more information, see
Appendix A, “Back up, Restore, and Re-initialize the HP Datacenter Connection Manager (DCM) Controller.”)
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Ethernet Ports
The DCM Controller has two 10/100/1000 Base-T RJ-45 ports labeled:
■ 1 (left port)
■ 2 (right port)
Only port 1 is active at this time. This port supports the following standards:
■ IEEE 802.3ab 1000Base-T
■ IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX
■ IEEE 802.3 10Base-T
Safety
DCM Controller complies with the following:
■ EN60950-1 / IEC 60950-1
■ CSA 22.2 No. 60950-1
■ UL 60950-1
LEDs
The DCM Controller has three LEDs on its left front panel and two LEDs on
Ethernet port 1.
Figure 1-3. LEDs on the Front Panel
■ Power LED—glows green when the DCM Controller is powered on.
■ Fault LED—blinks orange to indicate a problem with the DCM Controller
■ Locator LED—glows blue when you turn the LED on through the menu
interface, identifying which device you are configuring
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■ Speed LED—indicates the connection speed:
• Off—10 Mbps
• Green—100 Mbps
• Orange—1000 Mbps
■ Eth/Act LED—indicates the status of the Ethernet link
Console Port
The console port is located beneath the front panel LEDs and enables out-ofband management. The port accepts an RJ45 connector; use the RJ45 Connector/Console Cable (5188-6699) that ships with your DCM Controller.
The other end of this cable connects to a standard serial port. Plug it in to your
workstation and open a console terminal session to access the DCM Controller’s menu interface.
LCD Menu and Configuration Buttons
The front panel features an LCD, which initially displays the following:
■ Configuration
■ Ping test
■ Reboot/Shutdown
■ Legend for using the scroll buttons and the accept button
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Figure 1-4. DCM Controller Front Panel, Showing the LCD Display and
Configuration Buttons
In addition, the panel has six buttons which you can use to perform tasks using
the LCD:
■ Four arrow buttons (left, right, up, and down)
■ An accept button (a checkmark)
■ A cancel button (an X)
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Press the accept button to access the panel LCD menu interface and complete
tasks such as:
■ Configuring IP settings
■ Testing connectivity
■ Rebooting and shutting down the DCM Controller
Serial Number and MAC Address
A label on the front panel of the DCM Controller displays the device’s serial
number and its MAC address.
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Warranty and Support
Warranty and Support
HP ProCurve Networking provides a one-year warranty for the DCM
Controller. To register for this warranty, visit the My ProCurve Portal
https://my.procurve.com
(
ProCurve provides support through email and telephone during HP’s local
business hours. You can receive technical assistance for product-specific
questions on features and specifications, installation, general configuration,
basic troubleshooting, and usage. For more information, visit the HP ProCurve
Support Web site at www.procurve.com/contact-support.
Contact Support Through Email or Telephone
To submit an email question, go to www.procurve.com/email-support, select
Technical Support and complete the form. The turnaround time for email
support is usually one business day. For telephone support, refer to www.pro-
curve.com/contact-support for hours of operation and local phone numbers.
).
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Software Releases
ProCurve also provides software update releases with minor enhancements
and software upgrade releases with major enhancements, when and if available, for as long as you own many of our products, including our switches.
Please go to www.procurve.com/software to see the duration of software
releases or to download software for specific products.
To receive notification of new software releases, please register on the My
ProCurve Portal
(
https://my.procurve.com).
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Quick Start Hardware Installation and
Initial Setup
This section is designed to help you install the DCM Controller and access its
management interface as quickly as possible. It provides just the basic hardware installation and setup steps for network administrators who have some
experience installing network devices and configuring Linux-based systems.
More detailed instructions are provided in Chapter 2: “Detailed Hardware
Installation and Initial Setup Steps.” If you start using the instructions outlined
below and find that you need additional information about a particular step,
a reference is provided to help you locate the related section in Chapter 2:
“Detailed Hardware Installation and Initial Setup Steps.”
To install the DCM Controller and configure the initial settings, complete the
following steps:
1. Take inventory. Ensure that you have received all the parts for the DCM
Controller:
• Console cable, DB-9 to RJ45 (5188-6699)
• Accessory kit for the HP ProCurve DCM Controller (5069-5705)
• HP ProCurve Datacenter Connection Manager Controller Hardware
Installation Guide, this manual (5998-3265).
• Customer Support/Warranty booklet (5990-8862)
• Power cord
For a more detailed list of parts, see “1. Ensure That You Have All the
Parts” on page 2-2 in Chapter 2: “Detailed Hardware Installation and Initial
Setup Steps.”
2. Prepare the installation site. You can use the DCM Controller’s accessory
kit to install the controller in a variety of locations and orientations:
Telco rack or equipment cabinet—The accessory kit includes the
brackets for mounting the DCM Controller in a standard 19-inch telco rack
or in an equipment cabinet.
Horizontal surface—The accessory kit includes rubber feet for securing
the DCM Controller on a horizontal surface.
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Determine the exact location where the DCM Controller will be installed
and gather the network cable you will use to connect the controller to the
network.
(For detailed instructions, see “2. Prepare the Installation Site” on page 2-3
in Chapter 2: “Detailed Hardware Installation and Initial Setup Steps.”)
3. Read and follow the installation precautions outlined below.
Warning ■ The rack or cabinet should be adequately secured to prevent it from
becoming unstable and/or falling over.
DCM Controllers that are installed in a rack or cabinet should be mounted
as low as possible, with the heaviest devices at the bottom and progressively lighter devices installed above.
■ For safe operation, only install the DCM Controller horizontally, with the
bottom side down.
Cautions ■ Ensure that the power source circuits are properly grounded and use the
power cord supplied with the DCM Controller to connect it to the power
source.
■ If your installation requires a different power cord than the one supplied
with the unit, be sure to use a power cord displaying the mark of the safety
agency that defines the regulations for power cords in your country. The
mark is your assurance that the power cord can be used safely with the
unit.
■ When installing the unit, the AC outlet should be near the DCM Controller
and should be easily accessible in case it must be powered off.
■ Ensure that the DCM Controller does not overload the power circuits,
wiring, and overcurrent protection. To determine the possibility of overloading the supply circuits, add together the ampere ratings of all devices
installed on the same circuit as the DCM Controller and compare the total
with the rating limit for the circuit. The maximum ampere ratings are
usually printed on the devices near the AC power connectors.
■ Do not install the DCM Controller in an environment where the operating
ambient temperature might exceed 40°C (104°F).
■ Ensure that the air flow around the sides and back of the DCM Controller
is not restricted.
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4. Mount the DCM Controller. The DCM Controller can be mounted in a 19inch telco rack, in an equipment cabinet, or on a horizontal surface.
(For more detailed instructions, see “4. Mount the Unit” on page 2-5 in
Chapter 2: “Detailed Hardware Installation and Initial Setup Steps.”)
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5. Connect power to the DCM Controller. After the DCM Controller is
mounted, plug it into the nearby main power source.
(For more information, see “5. Connect the DCM Controller to a Power
Source” on page 2-7 in Chapter 2: “Detailed Hardware Installation and
Initial Setup Steps.”)
6. Connect the network cables. Using the appropriate network cables, connect the DCM Controller to the network.
(For more information, see “6. Connect the Network Cable” on page 2-7
in Chapter 2: “Detailed Hardware Installation and Initial Setup Steps.”)
7. Configure the IP settings.
You can configure DCM Controller’s IP address and test connectivity using
either the LCD menu on the front panel or the console interface. These
quick start instructions explain how to use the LCD menu, but for your
reference, Table 1-4 summarizes each method and lists the section in
Chapter 2: “Detailed Hardware Installation and Initial Setup Steps” where
you can find more detailed instructions.
Table 1-4. Summary of IP Configuration Methods
Configuration Method Description Instructions
Using the LCD menu Locate the LCD menu on the front
panel and press the configuration
buttons to set the DCM
Controller’s IP settings.
Use the Console
Interface
Establish a console session and
use a simply menu to configure
the DCM Controller’s IP settings.
• Quick start instructions—
next page
• Detailed instructions—
“Using the LCD Menu” on
page 2-8 in Chapter 2:
“Detailed Hardware
Installation and Initial Setup
Steps”
• Detailed instructions—
“Using the Console
Interface” on page 2-12 in
Chapter 2: “Detailed
Hardware Installation and
Initial Setup Steps”
a. Locate the LCD menu on the DCM Controller’s front panel.
b. Press the accept button to access the Configuration menu.
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Figure 1-5. Panel LCD Menu > Configuration
c. Select IP Address—Port 1.
Figure 1-6. Panel LCD Menu > Configuration > IP Address—Port 1
d. Set the DCM Controller’s IP address.
Use the left and right arrow buttons to move the cursor from digit to
digit. Use the up and down arrow buttons to alter the selected digit.
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Figure 1-7. Panel LCD Menu > Configuration > IP Address—Port 1 (IP Address)
e. After you enter the correct IP address, press the accept button.
Figure 1-8. Panel LCD Menu > Configuration > IP Address—Port 1 (Subnet Mask)
f. Use the arrow buttons to change the subnet mask.
g. After you enter the correct subnet mask, press the accept button.
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Figure 1-9. Panel LCD Menu > Configuration > IP Address—Port 1 (Gateway)
h. Set the IP address of the DCM Controller’s default gateway.
By default, the DCM Controller sets the default gateway to the lowest
IP address in its subnet. If necessary, use the arrow buttons to change
the address. Then, press the accept button.
The DCM Controller operating system checks the new IP settings.
If the IP settings are valid, the panel LCD displays:
IP Address OK
Setting new IP...
Note IP settings can be valid but incorrect for your environment. Always check
connectivity with the ping test.
i. Verify connectivity by pinging the DCM Controller’s default gateway
and your management station.
i. Access the main LCD menu.
ii. Press the accept button to access the main menu initially; press
the cancel button to move back a screen.
Figure 1-10. Panel LCD Main Menu
iii. Select Ping Test.
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Figure 1-11. Panel LCD Menu > Ping Test
iv. Enter the IP address that you want to ping.
By default, the IP address is set to the DCM Controller’s default
gateway. Press the accept button to ping the default gateway.
To ping a different IP address, use the left and right arrow buttons
to move the cursor from digit to digit. Use the up and down arrow
buttons to alter the selected digit. Then, press the accept button.
The results of the ping are displayed.
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Figure 1-12. Panel LCD Menu > Ping Test > Results
j. Press the left arrow button to return to the main menu.
8. Run the initialization script.
After you configure the DCM Controller’s IP settings, you must run an
initialization script to configure settings for your network. (If you
would prefer to manually configure the settings for your network
environment—rather than run the initialization script—see Appendix
B: “Manually Editing DCM Controller Files.”)
a. Use terminal software such as Tera Term or PuTTY to establish one
of the following sessions with the DCM Controller.
– An SSH session to the DCM Controller’s IP address
– A console session (connecting your management station to the
DCM Controller’s console port)
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Figure 1-13. Establishing a Console Connection to Access the Root
b. Use the following credentials to log in:
– Username: root
– Root password: procurve
The following prompt is displayed:
ProCurve DCM(localhost):~#
Caution When you log in as root, you have all rights to the DCM Controller’s operating
system. Be extremely careful: misconfigurations can cause the DCM Controller to malfunction. ProCurve recommends that you have some experience
with Linux systems before completing these steps. (However, if you need a
list of basic Linux commands, see “Common Linux Commands” on page B-3
in Appendix B: “Manually Editing DCM Controller Files.”)
c. Enter the following command:
ProCurve DCM(localhost):~# initialize.pl
d. The script will prompt you for the DCM Controller’s IP settings and
Fully Qualified Domain Name (FQDN). When prompted, enter the IP
address you configured through the LCD menu. For example:
Please enter the IP address of this device:
192.168.20.2
e. When prompted, enter the DCM Controller’s FQDN. For example:
Please enter the Fully Qualified Domain Name (FQDN)
of this server: myDCM.com
Let the initialization script continue to execute. When it is finished
and you see a command prompt again, proceed with the next step.
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9. Specify the RADIUS clients.
Using vi or another text editor, edit the /etc/raddb/clients.conf file to
include the switches that will use the DCM Controller’s RADIUS service.
For each client, include the IP address and the shared secret, which must
match the secret configured on the switch.
a. Enter:
vi /etc/raddb/clients.conf
b. Locate the Client line.
Client <IP address> {
secret = <shared secret>
shortname = <short name>
}
c. Press i to enter insert mode.
d. Edit the following options:
Replace <IP address> with the IP address of a switch that will use
the DCM Controller’s RADIUS server.
Replace <secret> with the shared secret that will also be configured
on the switch.
Replace <shortname> with a descriptive name for the switch only.
e. Press the Esc key to exit insert mode and return to command mode.
f. Enter the following to save your changes and exit the file:
:wq
g. Reboot the DCM Controller:
reboot
10. Access the DCM Controller’s Web browser interface.
a. Open a Web browser.
Note There should not be a Web proxy server between your management worksta-
tion and the DCM Controller.
b. Enter https://<IP address>:8181/dcmWeb as the URL.
Replace <IP address> with the IP address that you configured for the
DCM Controller. You might have to accept the certificate exception.
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The DCM Controller’s Login window is displayed:
Figure 1-14. The Login Window for the Web Browser Interface
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c. Enter manager as the user name and procurve as the password and
click the Login button.
Next Steps
To begin provisioning your network for servers, refer to the HP ProCurve
Datacenter Connection Manager Controller Management and Configuration Guide. (This guide is targeted to network administrators.)
HP ProCurve Networking has also provided the HP ProCurve Datacenter
Connection Manager Controller Server Administrators’ Guide to help server
administrators use the DCM Controller to subscribe, or assign, a connection
to a new server that they want to add to the network.
Both guides are available on the Web at:
http://www.procurve.com/customercare/support/manuals/index.htm
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