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McDATA® Sphereon 3032 and 3232

Fabric Switches

Installation and Service Manual

P/N 620-000155-210

(REV A)

Record of Revisions and Updates

Revision Date Description

620-000155-000 10/2002 First release of the manual

620-000155-100 2/2003 Revision to support EOS 5.1 and

EFCM 7.0

620-000155-200 9/2003 Revision to support EOS 5.1/5.2 and

EFCM 7.1/7.2

620-000155-210 1/2005 Revision to support EOS 7.0 and

EFCM 8.5.

Printed January 2005

Fourth Edition

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Chapter 1 General Information

Switch Description............................................................................1-2

Switch Management..................................................................1-2

Error-Detection, Reporting, and Serviceability Features.....1-5

Zoning Feature...........................................................................1-7

Multiswitch Fabrics...................................................................1-8

Switch Specifications......................................................................1-10

Management Server ................................................................1-12

Ethernet Hub (Optional).........................................................1-13

SANpilot Interface...................................................................1-13

Maintenance Approach..................................................................1-14

Remote Workstation Configurations ...........................................1-15

Minimum Remote Console Hardware Specifications........1-18

Field-Replaceable Units .................................................................1-18

SFP Transceivers ......................................................................1-19

Cooling Fans.............................................................................1-20

Power Supplies ........................................................................1-20

Connectors and Indicators.............................................................1-21

Initial Machine Load Button ..................................................1-21

Ethernet LAN Connector........................................................1-21

Power and System Error LEDs..............................................1-22

FRU Status LEDs......................................................................1-22

Maintenance Port.....................................................................1-22

Software Diagnostic Features........................................................1-23

SAN Management Application .............................................1-23

Element Manager Description .....................................................1-24

Using the Element Manager..........................................................1-27

Using Dialog Boxes ................................................................1-27

Keyboard Navigation..............................................................1-28

Hardware View ........................................................................1-28

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Window Layout and Function...............................................1-28

Closing the Element Manager ...............................................1-44

SANpilot Diagnostics..............................................................1-44

SNMP Trap Message Support................................................1-45

E-Mail and Call-Home Support ............................................1-46

Tools and Test Equipment .............................................................1-46

Tools Supplied with the Switch .............................................1-46

Tools Supplied by Service Personnel....................................1-48

Chapter 2 Installation Tasks

Factory Defaults.........................................................................2-1

Installation Options..........................................................................2-4

Summary of Installation Tasks........................................................2-5

Task 1: Verify Installation Requirements.......................................2-7

Task 2: Unpack, Inspect, and Install the Ethernet Hub (Optional). 2-8

Unpack and Inspect the Ethernet Hub...................................2-8

Desktop Installation ..................................................................2-8

Rack-Mount Installation.........................................................2-10

Task 3: Unpack, Inspect, and Install the Switch .........................2-12

Unpack and Inspect the Switch.............................................2-13

.Desktop Installation ...............................................................2-13

Rack-Mount Installation.........................................................2-14

Task 4: Configure Network Information .....................................2-14

Task 5: LAN-Connect the Switch..................................................2-21

Task 6: Unpack, Inspect, and Install the Management Server..2-22 Task 7: Configure Management Server Password and Network

Addresses.........................................................................................2-25

Configure Password................................................................2-26

Configure Private LAN Addresses.......................................2-27

Configure Public LAN Addresses (Optional) .....................2-28

Task 8: Configure Management Server Information .................2-30

Access the Management Server Desktop.............................2-30

Configure Management Server Names................................2-32

Configure Gateway and DNS Server Addresses................2-35

Task 9: Configure Windows 2000 Users ......................................2-38

Change Default Administrator Password ...........................2-39

Add a New User......................................................................2-41

Change User Properties..........................................................2-43

Task 10: Set Management Server Date and Time .......................2-44

Task 11: Configure the Call-Home Feature (Optional)..............2-46

Task 12: Assign User Names and Passwords .............................2-47

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Task 13: Configure the Switch to the Management Application.....

2-51 Task 14: Record or Verify Management Server Restore

Information ..................................................................................... 2-53

Task 15: Verify Switch-to-Management Server Communication ....

2-55

Task 16: Configure PFE Key (Optional) ...................................... 2-56

Task 17: Configure Management Server (Optional).................. 2-59

Configure OSMS ..................................................................... 2-59

Installation ...............................................................................2-59

Configure FMS ........................................................................ 2-60

SANtegrity™Binding Features ............................................. 2-62

Fabric Binding .........................................................................2-62

Switch Binding ........................................................................2-63

Flexport............................................................................................2-68

Open Trunking................................................................................2-69

Open Trunking Log ................................................................ 2-73

Task 18: Set Switch Date and Time ..............................................2-74

Set Date and Time Manually.................................................2-74

Periodically Synchronize Date and Time ............................ 2-75

Task 19: Configure the Sphereon 3032/3232 Element Manager

Applications....................................................................................2-76

Configure Switch Identification............................................ 2-76

Task 20: Configure Switch Operating Parameters..................... 2-78

Switch Parameters................................................................... 2-79

Task 21: Configure Fabric Operating Parameters...................... 2-81

Fabric Parameters.................................................................... 2-82

Configure Ports (Open Systems Mode) ............................... 2-84

Configure Ports (FICON Mode)............................................ 2-86

Configure Port Addresses (FICON Mode)..........................2-88

Configure SNMP Trap Message Recipients ........................ 2-91

Configure and Enable E-mail Notification.......................... 2-92

Configure and Enable Ethernet Events................................ 2-93

Configure and Enable Call-Home Event Notification....... 2-94

Configure Threshold Alerts................................................... 2-95

Procedures................................................................................ 2-96

Task 22: Configure Open Trunking............................................ 2-102

Task 23: Test Remote Notification (Optional)........................... 2-102

Task 24: Back Up Configuration Data .......................................2-103

Task 25: Configure the Switch from the SANpilot Interface

(Optional) ...................................................................................... 2-106

Configure Switch Ports ........................................................2-109

Configure Switch Identification.......................................... 2-110

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Configure Date and Time ..................................................... 2-111

Configure Operating Parameters........................................2-112

Configure Fabric Parameters...............................................2-114

Configure Network Information.........................................2-117

Configure SNMP ...................................................................2-119

Enable or Disable the CLI.....................................................2-121

Enable or Disable Host Control...........................................2-122

Configure User Rights ..........................................................2-123

Configure Port Binding ........................................................2-124

Configure Switch Binding....................................................2-125

Configure Fabric Binding.....................................................2-127

Enable or Disable Enterprise Fabric Mode ........................2-128

Configure OpenTrunking.....................................................2-129

Install PFE Keys (Optional)..................................................2-132

Task 26: Cable Fibre Channel Ports............................................2-134

Task 27: Connect Switch to a Fabric Director (Optional) ........2-135

Task 28: Register with the McDATA File Center......................2-137

Chapter 3 Diagnostics

Maintenance Analysis Procedures.................................................3-1

Factory Defaults.........................................................................3-1

Quick Start..................................................................................3-2

MAP 0000: Start MAP ......................................................................3-6

MAP 0100: Power Distribution Analysis ....................................3-28

MAP 0200: POST, Reset, or IPL Failure Analysis.......................3-35

MAP 0300: Console Application Problem Determination........3-36

MAP 0400: Loss of Console Communication.............................3-46

MAP 0500: Fan and CTP Card Failure Analysis ........................3-67

MAP 0600: Port Failure and Link Incident Analysis.................3-72

MAP 0700: Fabric, ISL, and Segmented Port Problem

Determination .................................................................................3-92

MAP 0800: Server Hardware Problem Determination............3-108

Chapter 4 Repair Information

Factory Defaults.........................................................................4-2

Procedural Notes ..............................................................................4-2

Using Log Information.....................................................................4-3

EFC Audit Log ...........................................................................4-4

EFC Event Log ...........................................................................4-4

EFC Session Log.........................................................................4-6

EFC Product Status Log............................................................4-6

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EFC Fabric Log .......................................................................... 4-7

EFC Product Manager Audit Log........................................... 4-7

Product Manager Event Log ................................................... 4-7

Product Manager Hardware Log............................................4-9

Product Manager Link Incident Log.................................... 4-10

Product Manager Threshold Alert Log................................ 4-12

SANpilot Logs .........................................................................4-14

Using Views .................................................................................... 4-15

Port List View.......................................................................... 4-16

FRU List View................................................................................. 4-18

Node List View........................................................................4-19

Performance View...................................................................4-20

Zone Set View..........................................................................4-20

Performing Port Diagnostics ........................................................ 4-22

Port LEDs ................................................................................. 4-22

Hardware View ....................................................................... 4-23

Performance View...................................................................4-27

Perform Loopback Tests......................................................... 4-29

Perform Channel Wrap Test .................................................. 4-33

Swapping Ports............................................................................... 4-34

Collecting Maintenance Data ....................................................... 4-36

SANpilot Interface .................................................................. 4-36

EFC Server................................................................................ 4-39

Clean Fiber-Optic Components....................................................4-40

Power-On Procedure ..................................................................... 4-41

Power-Off Procedure .....................................................................4-42

Reset or IPL the Switch.................................................................. 4-43

Reset the Switch ......................................................................4-43

IPL the Switch..........................................................................4-44

Set the Switch Online or Offline................................................... 4-45

Set Online State ....................................................................... 4-45

Set Offline State .......................................................................4-46

Block and Unblock Ports............................................................... 4-46

Block a Port .............................................................................. 4-46

Unblock a Port.........................................................................4-47

Manage Firmware Versions .......................................................... 4-48

Determine a Switch Firmware Version ................................ 4-48

Add a Firmware Version........................................................ 4-49

Modify a Firmware Version Description ............................. 4-52

Delete a Firmware Version..................................................... 4-53

Download a Firmware Version to a Switch.........................4-53

Manage Configuration Data.........................................................4-56

Back Up the Configuration....................................................4-57

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Restore the Configuration......................................................4-58

Reset Configuration Data.......................................................4-59

Install or Upgrade Software..........................................................4-59

Chapter 5 FRU Removal and Replacement

Remove and Replace FRUs .............................................................5-1

FRUs ............................................................................................5-1

Procedural Notes.......................................................................5-2

RRP: SFP Transceiver .......................................................................5-2

Removal ......................................................................................5-2

Replacement...............................................................................5-3

RRP: Power Supply ..........................................................................5-4

Removal ......................................................................................5-4

Replacement...............................................................................5-5

RRP: Cooling Fan FRU.....................................................................5-6

Removal ......................................................................................5-6

Replacement...............................................................................5-7

RRP: CTP Card - Switch Replacement...........................................5-8

Replacing a Failed Switch ........................................................5-8

Chapter 6 Illustrated Parts Breakdown

Front-Accessible FRUs.....................................................................6-1

Rear-Accessible FRUs.......................................................................6-2

Power Plugs and Receptacles..........................................................6-4

Appendix A Messages

Sphereon 3032/3232 Element Manager Messages .....................A-1

A..................................................................................................A-1

C ..................................................................................................A-3

D................................................................................................A-12

E.................................................................................................A-14

F.................................................................................................A-15

I..................................................................................................A-17

L.................................................................................................A-22

M ...............................................................................................A-23

N................................................................................................A-23

O................................................................................................A-24

P.................................................................................................A-25

R ................................................................................................A-27

S.................................................................................................A-27

T.................................................................................................A-29

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U ...............................................................................................A-33

Y................................................................................................ A-33

Appendix B Event Code Tables

System Events (000 through 199) ..................................................B-3

Power Supply Events (200 through 299) ....................................B-20

Fan Module Events (300 through 399) .......................................B-25

CTP Card Events (400 through 499) ...........................................B-31

Port Module Events (500 through 599) ......................................B-45

MPC Module Events (600 through 699) .....................................B-67

CMM Module Events (800 through 899) ...................................B-73

Appendix C Restore EFC Server

Requirements .................................................................................. C-1

Restore EFC Server Procedure ...................................................... C-2

Appendix D Consolidating EFC Servers in a Multiswitch Fabric

Contents

Overview..........................................................................................D-2

Required EFC Manager Version............................................. D-5

IP Address Assignment...........................................................D-5

Consolidating EFC Servers............................................................D-7

Common Steps for All Configurations .................................D-7

Private LAN Connection.......................................................D-12

Private and Public LAN Connection................................... D-15

Reconfiguring a Client PC After an EFC Server Failure..........D-17

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1-1 Out-of-Band Product Management ........................................................... 1-4

1-2 Management Server ................................................................................... 1-12

1-3 24-Port Ethernet Hub ................................................................................. 1-13

1-4 Typical Network Configuration (One Ethernet Connection) ............. 1-16

1-5 Typical Network Configuration (Two Ethernet Connections) ........... 1-17

1-6 Sphereon 3032/3232 Switch (Front View) ............................................. 1-19

1-7 Sphereon 3032/3232 Switch (Rear View) ............................................... 1-19

1-8 Multimode and Singlemode Wrap Plugs .............................................. 1-47

1-9 Fiber-Optic Protective Plug ....................................................................... 1-47

1-10 Null Modem Cable ..................................................................................... 1-48

2-1 Stacked Ethernet Hubs ................................................................................ 2-9

2-2 Patch Cable and MDI Selector Configuration ........................................ 2-10

2-3 Mounting Bracket Installation (Ethernet Hub) ...................................... 2-11

2-4 Rack Installation (Ethernet Hub) .............................................................. 2-11

2-5 Connection Description Dialog Box ........................................................ 2-17

2-6 Connect To Dialog Box .............................................................................. 2-17

2-7 COMn (COM1 or COM2) Dialog Box ..................................................... 2-18

2-8 Hyperterminal Window ............................................................................ 2-19

2-9 Disconnect Confirmation Message Box ................................................... 2-20

2-10 Save Session Device Confirmation Box ................................................... 2-20

2-11 1U Management Server Connections ...................................................... 2-23

2-12 LCD Panel During Boot Sequence ........................................................... 2-24

2-13 LCD Panel (Password Entry) .................................................................... 2-26

2-14 LCD Panel (New Password) ..................................................................... 2-26

2-15 LCD Panel (Save Change) ......................................................................... 2-26

2-16 LCD Panel (Password Entry) .................................................................... 2-27

2-17 LCD Panel (LAN 2 IP Address) ................................................................ 2-27

2-18 LCD Panel (Save Change) ......................................................................... 2-27

2-19 LCD Panel (LAN 2 Subnet Mask) ............................................................ 2-28

2-20 LCD Panel (Save Change) ......................................................................... 2-28

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2-21 LCD Panel (Password Entry) .................................................................... 2-28

2-22 LCD Panel (LAN 1 IP Address) ................................................................ 2-29

2-23 LCD Panel (Save Change) .......................................................................... 2-29

2-24 LCD Panel (LAN 1 Subnet Mask) ............................................................. 2-29

2-25 LCD Panel (Save Change) .......................................................................... 2-29

2-26 VNC Authentication Screen ...................................................................... 2-30

2-27 Welcome to Windows Dialog Box ............................................................ 2-31

2-28 Log On to Windows Dialog Box ............................................................... 2-31

2-29 SANavigator Log In or EFCM 8 Log In Dialog Box ............................... 2-32

2-30 Control Panel Window ............................................................................... 2-33

2-31 System Properties Dialog Box (Network Identification Tab) ............... 2-34

2-32 Identification Changes Dialog Box ........................................................... 2-34

2-33 Network and Dial-up Connections Window .......................................... 2-35

2-34 Local Area Connection 2 Status Dialog Box ............................................ 2-36

2-35 Local Area Connection 2 Properties Dialog Box .................................... 2-36

2-36 Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Dialog Box ................................. 2-37

2-37 Users and Passwords Dialog Box ............................................................. 2-39

2-38 Windows Security Dialog Box .................................................................. 2-40

2-39 Change Password Dialog Box ................................................................... 2-40

2-40 Add New User Wizard (First Window) .................................................. 2-41

2-41 Add New User Wizard (Second Window) .............................................. 2-42

2-42 Add New User Wizard (Third Window) ................................................ 2-42

2-43 EFCSERVER\srvacc Properties Dialog Box (General Tab) .................. 2-43

2-44 EFCSERVER\srvacc Properties Dialog Box (Group Membership Tab) .....

2-44

2-45 Date/Time Properties Dialog Box ............................................................ 2-45

2-46 Date/Time Properties Dialog Box, Time Zone ....................................... 2-45

2-47 Call Home Configuration Dialog Box ...................................................... 2-47

2-48 Main Window (SANavigator 4.0 or EFCM 8.0) ...................................... 2-48

2-49 SANavigator or EFCM 8 Server Users Dialog Box ................................ 2-49

2-50 Add User Dialog Box .................................................................................. 2-49

2-51 Discover Setup Dialog Box ........................................................................ 2-51

2-52 Domain Information Dialog Box (IP Address Page) .............................. 2-52

2-53 System Properties Dialog Box (General Tab) .......................................... 2-54

2-54 Switch Hardware View .............................................................................. 2-56

2-55 Configure Feature Key Dialog Box ........................................................... 2-57

2-56 New Feature Key Dialog Box .................................................................... 2-57

2-57 Enable Feature Key Dialog Box ................................................................. 2-58

2-58 Warning Dialog Box ................................................................................... 2-58

2-59 Configure Open Systems Management Server Dialog Box .................. 2-60

2-60 Configure FICON Management Server Dialog Box ............................... 2-61

2-61 Switch Binding State Change Dialog Box ................................................ 2-64

2-62 Switch Binding Membership List Dialog Box ......................................... 2-66

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2-63 Configure Open Trunking Dialog Box .................................................... 2-70

2-64 Open Trunking Log .................................................................................... 2-73

2-65 Configure Date and Time Dialog Box ..................................................... 2-74

2-66 Date and Time Synced Dialog Box ........................................................... 2-75

2-67 Configure Identification Dialog Box ........................................................ 2-77

2-68 Configure Switch Parameters Dialog Box ............................................... 2-78

2-69 Configure Fabric Parameters Dialog Box ................................................ 2-82

2-70 Configure Ports Dialog Box (Open Systems Management Style) ....... 2-85

2-71 Configure Ports Dialog Box (FICON Management Style) .................... 2-87

2-72 Configure Addresses - Active Dialog Box .............................................. 2-89

2-73 Save Address Configuration As Dialog Box .......................................... 2-90

2-74 Configure SNMP Dialog Box .................................................................... 2-91

2-75 Configure E-Mail Dialog Box .................................................................... 2-92

2-76 Configure Ethernet Events Dialog Box ................................................... 2-94

2-77 Configure Call Home Event Notification Dialog Box ........................... 2-94

2-78 Configure Threshold Alerts Dialog Box .................................................. 2-96

2-79 New Threshold Alerts Dialog Box – First Screen .................................. 2-97

2-80 New Threshold Alerts Dialog Box - Second Screen .............................. 2-98

2-81 New Threshold Alerts Dialog Box - Third Screen ................................. 2-99

2-82 New Threshold Alerts Dialog Box - Summary Screen ........................ 2-100

2-83 Test Remote Notification Dialog Box .................................................... 2-102

2-84 Call-Home Information Dialog Box ....................................................... 2-103

2-85 Shut Down Windows Dialog Box .......................................................... 2-105

2-86 TightVNC Network Error Message ....................................................... 2-105

2-87 Enter Network Password Dialog Box .................................................... 2-108

2-88 View Panel (Switch Page) ........................................................................ 2-108

2-89 Configure Panel (Ports Page) .................................................................. 2-109

2-90 Configure Panel (Switch Page with Identification Tab) ..................... 2-111

2-91 Configure Panel (Switch Page with Date/Time Tab) ......................... 2-112

2-92 Configure Panel (Switch Page with Parameters Tab) ......................... 2-113

2-93 Configure Panel (Director Page with Fabric Parameters Tab) ........... 2-115

2-94 Configure Panel (Director Page with Network Tab) ........................... 2-118

2-95 Network Information Message Box ....................................................... 2-118

2-96 Configure Panel (Management Page with SNMP Tab) ...................... 2-120

2-97 Configure Panel (Management Page with CLI Tab) ........................... 2-121

2-98 Configure Panel (Management Page with OSMS Tab) ....................... 2-122

2-99 Configure Panel (Security Page with User Rights Tab) ...................... 2-123

2-100 Configure Panel (Security Page with Port Binding Tab) .................... 2-124

2-101 Configure Panel (Security Page with Switch Binding Tab) ................ 2-125

2-102 Configure Panel (Security Page with Fabric Binding Tab) ................. 2-127

2-103 Configure Panel (Security Page with EFM Tab) .................................. 2-129

2-104 Configure Panel (Performance Page with OpenTrunking Tab) ........ 2-130

2-105 Operations Panel (Feature Installation Tab) ......................................... 2-133

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2-106 Port Properties Dialog Box ...................................................................... 2-136

2-107 McDATA File Center Home Page .......................................................... 2-137

2-108 McDATA File Center (New User Registration Page) .......................... 2-139

3-1 Shut Down Windows Dialog Box ............................................................... 3-8

3-2 LCD Panel During Boot Sequence .............................................................. 3-9

3-3 EFC Manager Product View ...................................................................... 3-10

3-4 Port Properties Dialog Box ........................................................................ 3-14

3-5 Link Incident Log ........................................................................................ 3-16

3-6 Event Log ..................................................................................................... 3-17

3-7 Username and Password Required Dialog Box ..................................... 3-21

3-8 SANpilot View Panel - Switch View ........................................................ 3-22

3-9 SANpilot Port Properties Tab .................................................................... 3-24

3-10 Windows Security Dialog Box .................................................................. 3-37

3-11 Windows Task Manager Dialog Box (Applications Page) .................... 3-37

3-12 Shut Down Windows Dialog Box ............................................................. 3-38

3-13 LCD Panel During Boot Sequence ............................................................ 3-39

3-14 EFC Manager Login Dialog Box ............................................................... 3-40

3-15 Dr. Watson for Windows 2000 Dialog Box .............................................. 3-43

3-16 LCD Panel During Boot Sequence ............................................................ 3-44

3-17 EFC Manager Login Dialog Box ............................................................... 3-45

3-18 EFC Management Services Window ........................................................ 3-47

3-19 EFC Manager Login Dialog Box ............................................................... 3-49

3-20 Interconnecting Multiple Hubs ................................................................. 3-52

3-21 LCD Panel (LAN 2 IP Address) ................................................................ 3-56

3-22 Connection Description Dialog Box ......................................................... 3-57

3-23 Connect To Dialog Box ............................................................................... 3-58

3-24 COMn Dialog Box (COM1 or COM2) ...................................................... 3-58

3-25 Hyperterminal Window - Configuration Information .......................... 3-59

3-26 Disconnect Verification Message Box ...................................................... 3-60

3-27 Save Session Device Verification Message Box ...................................... 3-60

3-28 Modify Network Address Dialog Box ..................................................... 3-60

3-29 New Product Dialog Box ........................................................................... 3-61

3-30 Connection Description Dialog Box ......................................................... 3-64

3-31 Connect-To Dialog Box .............................................................................. 3-65

3-32 COMn Dialog Box (COM1 or COM2) ...................................................... 3-65

3-33 Hyperterminal Window - Event Log ....................................................... 3-66

3-34 Disconnect Verification Message .............................................................. 3-67

3-35 Save Session Device Verification Message .............................................. 3-67

3-36 Configure Ports Dialog Box ....................................................................... 3-81

3-37 Configure Fabric Parameters Dialog Box ................................................ 3-82

3-38 Fabric Binding Dialog Box (First) ............................................................. 3-85

3-39 Switch Binding - State Change Dialog Box ............................................. 3-85

3-40 Fabric Binding Dialog Box (Second) ......................................................... 3-87

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3-41 Fabric Binding Dialog Box (Third) ........................................................... 3-87

3-42 Switch Binding - Membership List Dialog Box ...................................... 3-88

3-43 Clear Link Incident Alert(s) Dialog Box .................................................. 3-90

3-44 Port Properties Dialog Box ........................................................................ 3-94

3-45 Configure Fabric Parameters Dialog Box ................................................ 3-98

3-46 Configure Switch Parameters Dialog Box ............................................... 3-99

3-47 Active Zone Set View ............................................................................... 3-100

3-48 Configure Fabric Parameters Dialog Box .............................................. 3-104

3-49 Windows 2000 Task Manager Dialog Box - Performance .................. 3-110

3-50 Shut Down Windows Dialog Box .......................................................... 3-111

3-51 LCD Panel During Boot Sequence ......................................................... 3-111

3-52 EFC Manager Login Dialog Box ............................................................. 3-112

3-53 LCD Panel During Boot Sequence ......................................................... 3-114

4-1 EFC Event Log .............................................................................................. 4-5

4-2 Product Status Log ...................................................................................... 4-6

4-3 Sphereon 3032 and 3232 Event Log .......................................................... 4-8

4-4 Hardware Log .............................................................................................. 4-9

4-5 Link Incident Log ...................................................................................... 4-11

4-6 Threshold Alert Log ................................................................................... 4-12

4-7 Open Trunking Log .................................................................................... 4-13

4-8 Monitor Panel (Logs Page) ........................................................................ 4-14

4-9 Port List View ............................................................................................. 4-16

4-10 FRU List View ............................................................................................. 4-18

4-11 Node List View .......................................................................................... 4-19

4-12 Zone Sets View ........................................................................................... 4-21

4-13 Hardware View ......................................................................................... 4-23

4-14 Port Properties Dialog Box ........................................................................ 4-24

4-15 Performance View ..................................................................................... 4-27

4-16 Port Diagnostics Dialog Box .................................................................... 4-30

4-17 Channel Wrap On for Port n Dialog Box ............................................... 4-34

4-18 Swap Ports Dialog Box ............................................................................. 4-35

4-19 Operations Panel (Maintenance Page with Dump Retrieval Tab) ...... 4-37

4-20 Save As Dialog Box .................................................................................... 4-37

4-21 Download Complete Dialog Box ............................................................. 4-38

4-22 Save Data Collection Dialog Box .............................................................. 4-39

4-23 Data Collection Dialog Box ....................................................................... 4-40

4-24 Clean Fiber-Optic Components ................................................................ 4-41

6-1 Front-Accessible FRUs ................................................................................ 6-2

6-2 Rear-Accessible FRUs ................................................................................. 6-3

6-3 Power Plugs and Receptacles .................................................................... 6-4

D-1 EFC Server Consolidation (Private LAN Connection Only) ................ D-3

D-2 EFC Server Consolidation (Private and Public LAN Connections) .... D-4

D-3 IP Addresses in a Multiswitch Environment ......................................... D-6

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1-1 Status Symbols ............................................................................................ 1-27

1-2 Operating Bar and Switch Status ............................................................. 1-43

2-1 Factory-Set Defaults (Switch) ..................................................................... 2-1

2-2 Factory-Set Defaults (management server) .............................................. 2-2

2-3 ................................................Defaults for Reset Configuration (Switch) 2-2

2-4 Installation Task Summary ......................................................................... 2-5

2-5 Switch Operational States and Symbols .................................................. 2-55

3-1 Factory-Set Defaults ..................................................................................... 3-1

3-2 MAP Summary ............................................................................................. 3-2

3-3 Event Codes versus Maintenance Action ................................................. 3-3

3-4 Port Operational States and Actions (SANpilot) ................................... 3-76

3-5 Port Operational and LED States (EFC Server) ...................................... 3-77

3-6 Bytes 8 through 11 Failure Reasons and Actions ................................. 3-106

4-1 Factory-Set Defaults ..................................................................................... 4-2

5-1 ESD Requirements ........................................................................................ 5-1

6-1 Front-Accessible FRU Parts List ................................................................. 6-2

6-2 Rear-Accessible FRU Parts List .................................................................. 6-3

6-3 Power Cord and Receptacle List ................................................................ 6-5

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This publication is part of a documentation suite that supports the McDATA® Sphereon 3032™ and Shereon 3232™ Switch.

Who Should Use this

Manual

How to Use this

Manual

This publication is intended for trained service representatives experienced with storage area network (SAN) and Fibre Channel technology.

This publication is organized as follows:

Chapter 1, General Information. This chapter describes the

maintenance approach to switch problem analysis and repair. The chapter provides a description of the switches and attached Enterprise Fabric Connectivity (EFC) Server, specifications, remote workstation configurations and minimum specifications, field-replaceable units (FRUs), switches and indicators, software diagnostic features, and tools and test equipment.

Chapter 2, Installation Tasks. This chapter provides instructions to

install, configure, and verify operation of one or more switches and the associated EFC Server. The switch can be installed on a desktop, or mounted in an FC-512 Fabricenter™ equipment cabinet or in any standard equipment rack.

Chapter 3, Diagnostics. This chapter describes maintenance

analysis procedures (MAPs) that assist you in isolating a switch problem to an individual FRU.

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Chapter 4, Repair Information. This chapter describes

supplementary diagnostic and repair procedures for a failed switch. The chapter includes procedures to display and use log information, perform port diagnostics, save configuration data,

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collect maintenance data, power-on, power-off, and IPL the switch, set the switch online or offline, block ports, manage firmware, clean fiber optics, and install or upgrade software.

Chapter 5, FRU Removal and Replacement. This chapter describes

procedures to remove and replace the switch FRUs, and the entire switch when required.

Chapter 6, Illustrated Parts Breakdown. This chapter illustrates,

describes, and shows the location of all switch FRUs. In addition, FRUs are cross-referenced to corresponding part numbers.

Appendix A, Messages. This appendix lists user and error

messages that appear in the EFC Manager and Sphereon Product Manager applications at the EFC Server. A description of each message and recommended action in response to the message are also provided.

Appendix B, Event Code Tables. This appendix provides an

explanation of event codes that appear at the Product Manager application. The event severity and a recommended action in response to each event are also provided.

Appendix C, Restore EFC Server. This appendix provides the

instructions to restore all required switch applications to the EFC Server in case of a hard drive failure.

Appendix D, Consolidating EFC Servers in a Multiswitch Fabric.

This appendix provides the instructions for consolidating operation and network addressing of multiple EFC Servers.

The Glossary defines terms, abbreviations, and acronyms used in the manual. An Index is also provided.

Related Publications Other publications that provide additional information about the

switch include:

• McDATA Products in a SAN Environment Planning Manual (620-000124).

• McDATA Sphereon 3032 and 3232 Fabric Switch Product Manager User Manual (620-000152).

• Enterprise Fabric Connectivity Manager User Manual (620-005001).

• FC-512 Fabricenter Equipment Cabinet Installation and Service Manual (620-000100).

• McDATA SANpilot User Manual (620-000160).

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• McDATA OPENconnectors SNMP Support Manual (620-000131).

• McDATA OPENconnectors Command Line Interface User Manual

(620-000134).

Conventions The following notational conventions are used in the document:

A danger contains information essential to avoid a hazard that can cause death.

A warning contains information essential to avoid a hazard that can cause severe personal injury or substantial property damage.

A caution contains information essential to avoid damage to the system or equipment. The caution may apply to hardware or software.

Where to Get Help For technical support, customers should contact the McDATA

solution center. The solution center provides a single point of contact for customers seeking assistance, and is staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including holidays. Contact the solution center at the phone number, fax number, or e-mail address listed below. Please have the product serial number (printed on the service label attached to the bottom of the switch) available.

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The serial number is printed on the service label attached to the bottom of the switches, and on a label attached to the rear panel of the switches.

Phone: (800) 752-4572 or (720) 558-3910 Fax: (720) 558-3851 E-mail: support@mcdata.com

For technical support for the SANavigator

application, contact the SANavigator Solution Center at the phone number or e-mail address listed below.

Phone: (877) 948-4448 E-mail: support@sanavigator.com

Forwarding Publication

Comments

We sincerely appreciate comments about this publication. Please send comments to McDATA’s solution center by telephone, fax, or e-mail. The numbers and e-mail address are listed above. Identify the manual and provide page numbers and specific detail. Thank you.

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Ordering Printed

Manuals

To order a paper copy of this manual, submit a purchase order as described in Ordering McDATA Documentation Instructions, which is found on McDATA’s web site, http://www.mcdata.com. To obtain documentation CD-ROMs, contact your sales representative.

Trademarks The following terms, indicated by a registered trademark symbol (®)

or trademark symbol (™) on first use in this publication, are trademarks of McDATA Corporation or SANavigator, Inc. in the United States or other countries or both:

Registered Trademarks McDATA Fabricenter OPENready SANavigator

Tr ad em ark s Sphereon™ OPENconnectors™ SANpilot™ SANtegrity™

All other trademarked terms, indicated by a registered trademark symbol (®) or trademark symbol (™) on first use in this publication, are trademarks of their respective owners in the United States or other countries or both.

Laser Compliance

Statement

Federal

Communications

Commission (FCC)

Statement

Laser transceivers in the switches are tested and certified in the United States to conform to Title 21 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Subchapter J, Parts 1040.10 and 1040.11 for Class 1 laser products. Elsewhere, the transceivers are tested and certified to be compliant with International Electrotechnical Commission IEC825-1 and European Norm EN60825-1 and EN60825-2 regulations for Class 1 laser products.

Class 1 laser products are not considered hazardous. The transceivers are designed such that there is never human access to laser radiation above a Class 1 level during normal operation or prescribed maintenance conditions.

The switches generate, use, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions provided, may cause interference to radio communications. The switches have been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class A computing devices pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of the FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference in which case the user, at his or her own expense, will take whatever

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Chinese Class A

Telecommunication

Product Statement

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measures are required to correct the interference. Any modifications or changes made to the switches without explicit approval from McDATA, by means of a written endorsement or through published literature, will invalidate the service contract and void the warranty agreement with McDATA.

European Union

Conformity

Declarations for

Information

Technology

Equipment

The Sphereon 3016 and 3216 Switches meet the following regulatory requirements as set forth by European Norms (ENs) and International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) standards for commercial and light industrial information technology equipment (ITE).

• EN55022 1994+A (1995), A2 (1997) Class A: ITE-generic radio

frequency interference (RFI) emission standard for domestic, commercial, and light industrial environments (equivalent to CISPR 22 Class A).

• EN50082-1 (IEC61000-4x): ITE-generic electromagnetic

compatibility and immunity standard for domestic, commercial, and light industrial environments.

• EN61000-3-2: Generic standard for domestic, commercial, and

light industrial environments that proscribes limitations for harmonic current emissions.

• EN61000-3-3: Generic standard for domestic, commercial, and

light industrial environments that proscribes limitations for voltage fluctuation and flicker in low-voltage supply systems.

• EN60950/IEC 950: ITE-generic electrical and fire safety standard

for domestic, commercial, and light industrial environments.

European Union

Directives

The European Union (EU) Council has implemented a series of directives that define product safety standards for all EU member countries. The following directives apply to the Sphereon 3016 and 3216 Switches:

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• The switch conforms with all protection requirements of EU directive 89/336/EEC (EMC Directive) in accordance with of the laws of the member countries relating to electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), emissions, and immunity.

• The switch conforms with all protection requirements of EU directive 73/23/EEC (Low Voltage Directive) in accordance with of the laws of the member countries relating to electrical safety.

• The switch conforms with all protection requirements of EU directive 93/68/EEC (Machinery Directive) in accordance with of the laws of the member countries relating to safe electrical and mechanical operation of the equipment.

McDATA does not accept responsibility for any failure to satisfy the protection requirements of any of these directives resulting from a non-recommended or non-authorized modification to the switch.

Warnings The following WA RN IN G statements apply to certain information in

this publication, and describe safety practices that must be observed while servicing the switch.

DANGER

To prevent electric shock, do not reach into nonvisible areas of a switch connected to primary facility power.

DANGER

A McDATA-supplied power cord is provided for each switch power supply. To prevent electric shock when connecting the switch to primary facility power, use only the supplied power cords, and ensure the facility power receptacle is the correct type, supplies the required voltage, and is properly grounded.

Cautions The following CAUTION statements apply to certain information in

this publication, and describe safety practices that must be observed while servicing the switch.

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CAUTION Do not press the IML button unless directed by a procedural step or

the next level of support.

CAUTION Prior to servicing a switch or EFC Server, determine the Ethernet

LAN configuration. Installation of switches and the EFC Server on a public customer intranet can complicate problem determination and fault isolation.

CAUTION Three person lift - the director weighs approximately 115 lbs. Do

not attempt to lift or carry the director with fewer than three people. Failure to observe this CAUTION may result in injury to personnel or damage to the director.

CAUTION The switch’s non-open fiber control (non-OFC) laser transceivers

are designed and certified for use only with fiber-optic cable and connectors with characteristics specified by McDATA. Use of other connectors or optical fiber can result in emission of laser power levels capable of producing injury to the eye if viewed directly. Use of non-specified connectors or optical fiber can violate the Class 1 laser classification.

General Precautions When servicing the switch, follow these practices:

• Always use correct tools.

• Always use correct replacement parts.

• Keep all paperwork up to date, complete, and accurate.

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McDATA® Sphereon 3032 and 3232 Fabric Switches Installation and Service Manual

General Information

The McDATA® Sphereon™ 3032and Sphereon™ 3232 Fabric Switches provide dynamically switched connections between Fibre Channel servers and devices in a storage area network (SAN) environment. SANs introduce the concept of server-to-device networking and multiswitch fabrics, eliminate requirements for dedicated connections, and enable the enterprise to become data-centric.

A SAN provides speed, high capacity, and flexibility for the enterprise, and is primarily based upon Fibre Channel architecture. The Sphereon 3032 and Sphereon 3232 switches implement Fibre Channel technology that provides a bandwidth of either 1.0625 gigabits per second (Sphereon 3032) or 2.125 gigabits per second (Sphereon 3232), redundant switched data paths, a scalable number of active ports, and long transmission distances (up to 20 kilometers).

This chapter describes the switch and switch management tdhrough the attached Enterprise Fabric Connectivity (EFC) Server. The chapter specifically discusses:

• Switch management, error-detection and reporting features, serviceability features, zoning, multiswitch fabrics, and specifications.

• The management server and minimum hardware specifications.

• Remote workstation configurations and hardware specifications.

• Maintenance approach.

• Field-replaceable units (FRUs).

• Connectors and indicators.

• Software diagnostic features.

• Tools and test equipment.

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Switch Description

The Sphereon 3032/3232 Switches provide Fibre Channel connectivity through 32 ports. Switch ports operate at either 1.0625 (Sphereon 3032) or 2.125 (Sphereon 3232) gigabits per second (Gbps), and can be configured as:

• Fabric ports (F_Ports) to provide direct connectivity for up to 24 switched fabric devices.

• Expansion ports (E_Ports) to provide interswitch link (ISL) connectivity to fabric directors and switches.

The switch can be installed on a table or desk top, mounted in an FC-512 Fabricenter™ equipment cabinet or in any standard equipment rack.

Multiple switches and the management server communicate on a local area network (LAN) through one or more 10/100 Base-T Ethernet hubs. One or more 24-port Ethernet hubs are optional and can be ordered with the switch. Up to three hubs are daisy-chained as required to provide additional Ethernet connections as more switches (or other McDATA managed products) are installed on a customer network.

Switch Management

The switches provide dynamically switched connections for servers and devices, supports mainframe and open-systems interconnection (OSI) computing environments, and provides data transmission and flow control between device node ports (N_Ports) as dictated by the Fibre Channel Physical and Signaling Interface (FC-PH 4.3). Through interswitch links (ISLs), the switch can connect additional switches to form a Fibre Channel multiswitch fabric.

The switch provides connectivity for devices manufactured by multiple original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). To determine if an OEM product can communicate through connections provided by the switch, or if communication restrictions apply, refer to the supporting publications for the product or contact your McDATA marketing representative

Out-of-band (non-Fibre Channel) management access to McDATA products is provided through an Ethernet LAN connection to a switch front panel. The following out-of-band management access methods are provided:

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• Optional management server with the SAN Management Application) and Element Manager applications installed. The management server is a rack-mount unit that provides a central point of control for up to 48 switches or managed McDATA products.

Operators at remote workstations can connect to the management server through the local SANavigator or EFCM 8 application and associated Element Manager applications to manage and monitor switches controlled by the management server. A maximum of nine concurrent users (including a local user) can log in to the SANavigator or EFCM 8 application.

• Management using simple network management protocol (SNMP). An SNMP agent is implemented through the SANavigator or EFCM 8 application that allows administrators on SNMP management workstations to access product management information using any standard network management tool. Administrators can assign Internet Protocol (IP) addresses and corresponding community names for up to six SNMP workstations functioning as SNMP trap message recipients.

• Management through the Internet using the SANpilot interface installed on the director or switch. This interface supports configuration, statistics monitoring, and basic operation of the product, but does not offer all the capabilities of the corresponding Element Manager application. Administrators launch the SANpilot interface from a remote PC by entering the product’s IP address as the Internet uniform resource locator (URL), then entering a user name and password at a login screen. The PC browser then becomes a management console.

• Management through a customer-supplied remote workstation communicating with the management server through a corporate intranet.

• Management through the command line interface (CLI). The CLI allows you to access many SANavigator or EFCM 8 and Element Manager applications while entering commands during a telnet session with the director. The primary purpose of the CLI is to automate management of a large number of directors using scripts. The CLI is not an interactive interface; no checking is done for pre-existing conditions and no prompts display to guide users through tasks. Refer to the McDATA Command Line Interface User Manual (620-000124).

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General Information

Figure 1-1 illustrates out-of-band product management. In the figure,

the managed product is a Sphereon fabric switch.

Figure 1-1 Out-of-Band Product Management

The following inband management access methods are provided as options:

• Management through the product’s open-system management server (OSMS) that communicates with an application client. The application resides on an open-systems interconnection (OSI) device attached to a switch port, and communicates using Fibre Channel common transport (FC-CT) protocol. Product operation, port connectivity, zoning, and fabric control are managed through a device-attached console.

• Management through the product’s Fibre Connection (FICON) management server (FMS) that communicates with the IBM System Automation for OS/390 (SA OS/390) operating system. The operating system resides on an IBM System/390 900 Parallel Enterprise Server attached to a director or switch port, and communicates through a FICON channel. Control of connectivity and statistical product monitoring are provided through a host-attached console.

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Error-Detection, Reporting, and Serviceability Features

The switch provides the following error-detection, reporting, and serviceability features:

• Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) on switch FRUs and adjacent to Fibre Channel ports that provide visual indicators of hardware status or malfunctions.

• System and threshold alerts, event logs, audit logs, link incident logs, threshold alert logs, and hardware logs that display switch, Ethernet link, and Fibre Channel link status at the management server, customer-supplied server (running the EFCM Lite application), or a remote workstation.

• Diagnostic software that performs power-on self-tests (POSTs) and port diagnostics (internal loopback, external loopback, and Fibre Channel (FC) wrap tests). The FC wrap test applies only when the switch is configured to operate in FICON management mode.

• Automatic notification of significant system events (to support personnel or administrators) through e-mail messages or the call-home feature.

• An external modem for use by support personnel to dial-in to the management server for event notification and to perform remote diagnostics.

• An RS-232 maintenance port at the rear of the switch (port access is password protected) that enables installation or service personnel to change the switch’s internet protocol (IP) address, subnet mask, and gateway address; or to run diagnostics and isolate system problems through a local or remote terminal.

• Redundant FRUs; (small form factor pluggable (SFP)) optical transceivers, power supplies, and cooling fans that are removed or replaced without disrupting switch or Fibre Channel link operation.

• A modular design that enables quick removal and replacement of FRUs without tools or equipment.

• Concurrent port maintenance. SFPs and Fiber-optic cables are removed and attached to ports without interrupting other ports or director operation.

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• Beaconing to assist service personnel in locating a specific port or switch. When port beaconing is enabled, the amber LED associated with the port flashes. When unit beaconing is enabled, the system error indicator on the front panel flashes. Beaconing does not affect port or switch operation.

• Data collection through the Element Manager application to help isolate system problems. The data includes a memory dump file and audit, hardware, and engineering logs.

• Status monitoring of redundant FRUs and alternate Fibre Channel data paths to ensure continued director availability in case of failover. The SANavigator or EFCM 8 application queries the status of each backup FRU daily. A backup FRU failure is indicated by an illuminated amber LED.

• Simple network management protocol (SNMP) management using the Fibre Alliance MIB that runs on the management server. Up to 12 authorized management workstations can be configured through the SAN Management application to receive unsolicited SNMP trap messages. The trap messages indicate operational state changes and failure conditions.

• SNMP management using the Fibre Channel Fabric Element MIB, transmission control protocol/internet protocol (TCP/IP) MIB-II definition (RFC 1213), or a product-specific MIB that runs on each switch. Up to 12 authorized management workstations can be configured through the Element Manager application to receive unsolicited SNMP trap messages. The trap messages indicate switch operational state changes and failure conditions.

• SNMP management using the Fibre Alliance MIB that runs on the management server. Up to 12 authorized management workstations can be configured through the SAN Management application to receive unsolicited SNMP trap messages. The trap messages indicate operational state changes and failure conditions.

NOTE: For more information about SNMP support provided by McDATA products, refer to the McDATA OPENconnectors SNMP Support Manual (620-000131).

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Zoning Feature

The switch supports a name server zoning feature that partitions attached devices into restricted-access groups called zones. Devices in the same zone can recognize and communicate with each other through switched port-to-port connections. Devices in separate zones cannot communicate with each other.

Zoning is configured by authorizing or restricting access to name server information associated with device N_Ports that attach to switch fabric ports (F_Ports). A zone member is specified by the port number to which a device is attached, or by the eight-byte (16-digit) worldwide name (WWN) assigned to the host bus adapter (HBA) or Fibre Channel interface installed in a device. A device can belong to multiple zones.

CAUTION If zoning is implemented by port number, a change to the switch

fiber-optic cable configuration disrupts zone operation and may incorrectly include or exclude a device from a zone.

CAUTION If zoning is implemented by WWN, removal and replacement of a

device HBA or Fibre Channel interface (thereby changing the device WWN) disrupts zone operation and may incorrectly include or exclude a device from a zone.

CAUTION In Open Fabric mode, only zoning by WWN is supported. Zoning

by port numbers is not.

Zones are grouped into zone sets. A zone set is a group of zones that is enabled (activated) or disabled across all switches in a multiswitch fabric. Only one zone set can be enabled at one time.

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Multiswitch Fabrics

A Fibre Channel topology that consists of one or more interconnected switches or switch elements is called a fabric. Operational software provides the ability to interconnect switches (through expansion port (E_Port) connections) to form a multiswitch fabric. The data transmission path through the fabric is typically determined by fabric elements and is user-transparent. Subject to zoning restrictions, devices attached to any interconnected switch can communicate with each other through the fabric.

Because a multiswitch fabric is typically complex, maintenance personnel should be aware that several factors can degrade fabric performance or cause connectivity failures. These factors include:

• Domain ID assignment - Each switch in a fabric is identified by a unique domain ID that ranges from 1 through 31. A domain ID of 0 is invalid. If two operational fabrics join, they determine if any domain ID conflicts exist between the fabrics. If one or more conflicts exist, the E_Ports that form the interswitch link (ISL) segment to prevent the fabrics from joining.

• Zoning - In a multiswitch fabric, zoning is configured on a fabric-wide basis, and any change to the zoning configuration is applied to all switches in the fabric. To ensure zoning is consistent across a fabric, the following rules are enforced when two fabrics (zoned or unzoned) join:

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— Fabric A unzoned and Fabric B unzoned - The fabrics join

successfully, and the resulting fabric remains unzoned.

— Fabric A zoned and Fabric B unzoned - The fabrics join

successfully, and fabric B automatically inherits the zoning configuration from fabric A.

— Fabric A unzoned and Fabric B zoned - The fabrics join

successfully, and fabric A automatically inherits the zoning configuration from fabric B.

— Fabric A zoned and Fabric B zoned - The fabrics join

successfully only if the zone configurations can be merged. If the fabrics cannot join, the connecting ports segment and the fabrics remain independent.

Zone configurations for two fabrics are compatible (the zones can join) if the active zone set name is identical for each fabric, and if zones with the same name have identical elements.

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• Port segmentation - When an ISL activates, the switches exchange operating parameters to determine if they are compatible and can join to form a single fabric. If incompatible, the connecting E_Port at each switch segments to prevent the creation of a single fabric. A segmented link transmits only Class F traffic; the link does not transmit Class 2 or Class 3 traffic. The following conditions cause ports to segment:

— Incompatible operating parameters - Either the resource

allocation time-out value (R_A_TOV) or error-detect time-out value (E_D_TOV) is inconsistent between switches. To prevent port segmentation, the same E_D_TOV and R_A_TOV must be specified for each switch.

— Duplicate domain IDs - One or more domain ID conflicts are

detected.

— Incompatible zoning configurations - zoning configurations

for the switches are not compatible.

— Build fabric protocol error - A protocol error is detected

during the process of forming the fabric.

— No principal switch - No switch in the fabric is capable of

becoming the principal switch.

NOTE: At least one director or switch in a multiswitch fabric must be set to either principal or default, making it capable of becoming principal switch. If all directors and switches are set to never principal, all ISLs will segment (Reason code 05).

— Unresponsive switch - Each switch in a fabric periodically

verifies operation of all attached switches. An ISL segments if the attached switch does not respond to a verification request.

— ELP retransmission failure timeout - A switch that exhibits a

hardware failure or connectivity problem cannot transmit or receive Class F frames. The director did not receive a response to multiple exchange link protocol (ELP) frames, did not receive a fabric login (FLOGI) frame, and cannot join an operational fabric.

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Switch Specifications

This section lists the physical characteristics, storage and shipping environment, operating environment, and service clearances for the Sphereon 3032 and Sphereon 3232Switches.

Physical

Characteristics

Dimensions:

Height: 6.5 centimeters (2.6inches) Width: 44.5 centimeters (17.5 inches) Depth: 64.1 centimeters (25.2 inches) Weight: 16.8 kilograms (37 pounds)

Power Requirements:

Input voltage: 100 to 240 VAC Input Frequency: 47 to 63 Hz Input Current:

3032 - 1.0 amps at 208 VAC 3232 - 1.3 amp at 208 VAC Plan for single phase or phase-to-phase connections and

5-ampere dedicated service

Airflow Clearance in Rack:

Sides: None

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Top and Bottom: None Front and Rear: 7.6 centimeters (3.0 inches)

Heat Dissipation:

3032: 682 BTU/Hr (200 watts) 3232: 836 BTU/Hr (245 watts)

Shock and Vibration Tolerance:

60 Gs for 10 milliseconds without nonrecoverable errors

Acoustical Noise:

70 dB “A” scale

Inclination:

maximum

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Storage and Shipping

Environment

Operating

Environment

Protective packaging must be provided to protect the switch under all shipping methods (domestic and international).

Shipping temperature:

-40

C to 60° C (-40° F to 140° F )

Storage temperature:

C to 60° C (34° F to 140° F)

Shipping relative humidity:

5% to 100%

Storage relative humidity:

5% to 80%

Maximum wet-bulb temperature:

C (84° F )

Altitude:

40,000 feet (12,192 meters)

Temperature:

C to 40° C (40° F to 104° F)

Relative humidity:

Maximum wet-bulb temperature:

Altitude:

8% to 80%

C (81° F)

3,048 meters (10,000 feet)

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Management Server

The management server is a one rack unit (1U) high, LAN-accessed, rack- mount unit that provides a central point of control for up to 48 connected switches or other McDATA managed products. The server desktop is accessed through a LAN-attached PC and standard web browser. Figure 1-2 illustrates the management server with attached liquid crystal display (LCD) panel.

Figure 1-2 Management Server

Management Server

Specifications

The server is rack mounted in the McDATA-supplied FC-512 Fabricenter equipment cabinet. The SANpilot interface or management server is required to install, configure, and manage the switch.

The management server provides two auto-detecting 10/100 Mbps Ethernet LAN connectors (RJ-45 adapters). The first adapter (LAN 1) attaches (optionally) to a public customer intranet to allow access from remote user workstations. The second adapter (LAN 2) attaches to a private LAN segment containing switches or managed McDATA products.

The following list summarizes hardware specifications for the EFC Server rack-mount platform. Current platforms may ship with more enhanced hardware, such as a faster processor, additional randomaccess memory (RAM), or a higher-capacity hard drive.

• 1U rack-mount server running the Intel

Pentium® 4 processor

with an 1,800 megahertz (MHz) or greater clock speed, Microsoft

Windows

2000 Professional operating system, and power cord.

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• TightVNC™ Viewer Version 1.2.7 client-server software control package that provides remote network access (through a standard web browser) to the EFC Server desktop.

• 1,024 megabyte (MB) or greater RAM.

• 40 gigabyte (GB) or greater internal hard drive.

• 1.44 MB 3.5-inch slim-type disk drive and slim-type compact disk-rewritable (CD-RW) drive.

• 56K internal modem.

• Two 10/100 Mbps Ethernet adapters with RJ-45 connectors.

Ethernet Hub (Optional)

The management server and managed switches connect through a 10/100 Base-T Ethernet hub. Figure 1-3 illustrates the 24-port hub.

MDIX

Green-100M, Yellow - 10M, Flash - Activity

Figure 1-3 24-Port Ethernet Hub

Hubs can be interconnected to provide additional connections as more switches (or other McDATA managed products) are installed on a network. Multiple hubs are daisy-chained by attaching RJ-45 Ethernet patch cables and configuring each hub through a mediumdependent interface (MDI) switch.

PortStatus

Collision

Baseline

100M

10M

10/100

Power

Hub

3C16411

SuperStack

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SANpilot Interface

The SANpilot interface provides a GUI accessed through the Internet (locally or remotely) to manage, monitor, and isolate problems for the Switch. When the interface opens, the default display is the View panel.

Task selection tabs appear at the top of the panel, a graphical representation of the switch hardware (front and rear) appears at the right side of the panel, and menu selections (Vie w, Configure, Monitor,

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Operations, and Help) appear at the left side of the panel. The task selection tabs allow personnel to perform switch-specific tasks, and are a function of the menu selected as follows:

• View - At the Vi ew panel, the Switch (default), Port Properties, FRU Properties, Unit Properties, Operating Parameters, and Fabric task selection tabs appear.

• Configure - At the Configure panel, the Ports (default), Switch, Management, Zoning, Security, and Performance task selection tabs appear.

• Monitor - At the Monitor panel, the Port List (default), Port Stats, Log, and Node List task selection tabs appear.

• Operations - At the Operations panel, the Switch (default), Port, Maintenance, and Feature Installation task selection tabs appear.

• Help - The Help selection opens online user documentation that supports the SANpilot interface.

Maintenance Approach

Whenever possible, the maintenance approach instructs service personnel to perform fault isolation and repair procedures without degrading or interrupting operation of the switch, attached devices, or associated applications. Switch fault isolation begins when one or more of the following occur:

• System event information displays at the attached management server, a remote workstation communicating with the management server, or the SANpilot interface.

• LEDs on the switch front panel or FRUs illuminate to indicate a hardware malfunction.

• An unsolicited SNMP trap message is received at a management workstation, indicating an operational state change or failure.

• Notification of a significant system event is received at a designated support center through an e-mail message or the call-home feature.

System events can be related to a:

• Switch or management server failure (hardware or software).

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• Ethernet LAN communication failure between the switch and management server

• Link failure between a port and attached device.

• ISL failure or segmentation of an E_port.

Fault isolation and service procedures vary depending on the system event information provided. Fault isolation and related service information is provided through maintenance analysis procedures (MAPs) documented in Chapter 3. MAPs consist of step-by-step procedures that prompt service personnel for information or describe a specific action to be performed. MAPs provide information to interpret system event information, isolate a switch failure to a single FRU, remove and replace the failed FRU, and verify switch operation. The fault isolation process normally begins with Map 000.

Ensure the correct switch is selected for service (if the management server manages multiple switches or other McDATA products) by enabling unit beaconing at the failed switch. The amber system error (ERR) LED on the switch front panel blinks when beaconing is enabled. Instructions to enable beaconing are incorporated into MAP steps.

Remote Workstation Configurations

Using a standard web browser, the SAN Management application and Element Manager applications can be downloaded and installed on remote user workstations that are LAN-attached to the management server.

Operators at these workstations can manage and monitor switches controlled by the management server. A maximum of five concurrent users (including a local user) can log in to the SAN Management application.

Each remote workstation must have access to the LAN segment on which the management server is installed. Switch administrative functions are accessed through the LAN and management server. The LAN interface can be:

• Part of the dedicated 10/100 Mbps LAN segment that provides access to managed switches. This switch-to-management server LAN connection is part of the equipment installation and is required. Connection of remote workstations can be through the McDATA Ethernet hub or through the customer intranet. A

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network configuration using the customer intranet and one Ethernet connection through the management server is shown in

Figure 1-4.

Figure 1-4 Typical Network Configuration (One Ethernet Connection)

• Part of a second management server interface that connects to a customer intranet and allows operation of the Element Manager application from remote user PCs or workstations. Connection to this LAN segment is optional and depends on customer requirements. A network configuration using both Ethernet connections is shown in Figure 1-5.

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Figure 1-5 Typical Network Configuration (Two Ethernet Connections)

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Both Ethernet adapters in the management server provide auto-detecting 10/100 Mbps connections. The dedicated LAN segment that connects the management server to managed switches and the optional customer intranet operate at either ten or 100 Mbps.

If only one management server connection is used and this connection is provided through the customer intranet, functions provided by the management server are available to all users. The purpose for dual LAN connections is to provide a dedicated LAN segment that isolates the management server and managed switches from unauthorized users.

CAUTION Prior to servicing a switch or management server, determine the

Ethernet LAN configuration. Installation of switches and the management server on a public customer intranet can complicate problem determination and fault isolation.

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Minimum Remote Console Hardware Specifications

Client EFC Manager and Product Manager applications download and install to remote workstations (from the EFC Server) using a standard web browser. The applications operate on platforms that meet the following minimum system requirements:

• Desktop or notebook PC with color monitor, keyboard, and mouse, using an Intel Pentium processor with a 400 MHz or greater clock speed, and using the Microsoft Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows

2000, Windows XP, Windows NT 4.0, or

Linux 2.2 operating system.

• Unix workstation with color monitor, keyboard, and mouse, using a:

— Hewlett-Packard

greater clock speed, using the HP-UX

HA PA-RISC® processor with a 400 MHz or

11 or higher operating

system.

—Sun

Microsystems UltraSPARC™ II processor with a 400 MHz or greater clock speed, using the SunOS™ Version 5.5.1 or higher operating system, or Solaris™ Version 2.5.1 or higher operating system.

—IBM PowerPC

microprocessor with a 400 MHz or greater clock speed, or POWER3™ microprocessor with a 400 MHz or greater clock speed, using the AIX Version 4.3.3 or higher operating system.

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• At least 15 MB available on the internal hard drive.

• 128 MB or greater RAM.

• Video card supporting 256 colors at 800 x 600 pixel resolution.

• Ethernet network adapter.

• Java-enabled Internet browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer (Version 4.0 or later) or Netscape Navigator (Version 4.6 or later).

The switch provides a modular design that enables quick removal and replacement of FRUs (small form factor pluggable SFP)) optical transceivers, power supplies, and fans). Figure 1-6 illustrates the front of the switch. SFPs installed in the ports are the only FRUs accessed from the front. The switch front panel also includes:

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• An initial machine load (IML) button.

• An Ethernet LAN connector.

• Green power (PWR) and amber system error (ERR) LEDs.

Initial Microcode

Load (IML)

Button

Ethernet

Connector

IML

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Port

LEDs (64)

Figure 1-6 Sphereon 3032/3232 Switch (Front View)

Figure 1-7 illustrates the rear of the switch. The rear panel includes

two power supplies, six cooling fans, and an RS-232 maintenance port.

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Error (ERR)

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Fan

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SFP Transceivers

A singlemode or multimode fiber-optic cable attaches to a port through a pluggable small form factor (SFP) transceiver. The SFP provides a duplex LC switch port for easy replacement. The following fiber-optic transceiver types are available:

AC IN 1

Power

Receptacle

Power Switch

Fan

Modules

AC IN 0

Power

Power Switch

Receptacle

interface, and can be detached from the

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NOTE: All of the following transceiver types can be used in either the 1 Gbps or 2 Gbps switches, however a 1 Gbps transceiver used in a 2 Gbps switch will limit that port to a 1 Gbps data rate.

• Shortwave laser (1.0625 Gbps) - Shortwave laser transceivers provide connections for transferring 1.0625 Gbps data over short distances as follows:

— Up to 500 meters through 50-micron multimode fiber. — Up to 300 meters through 62.5-micron multimode fiber.

• Shortwave laser (2.125 Gbps) - Shortwave laser transceivers provide connections for transferring 2.125 Gbps data over short distances as follows:

— Up to 300 meters through 50-micron multimode fiber. — Up to 150 meters through 62.5-micron multimode fiber.

• Longwave laser (1.0625 Gbps) - Longwave laser transceivers provide connections for transferring 1.0625 Gbps data up to 10 kilometers through 9-micron singlemode fiber.

Cooling Fans

Power Supplies

• Longwave laser (2.125 Gbps) - Longwave laser transceivers provide connections for transferring 2.125 Gbps data up to 10 kilometers through 9-micron singlemode fiber.

• Extended longwave laser (2.125 Gbps) - Two types of extended longwave laser transceivers provide connections for transferring

2.125 Gbps data up to 20 kilometers or 35 kilometers through 9-micron singlemode fiber.

Four fans (each a separate FRU) provide cooling for the switch power supplies and the control processor (CTP) card, as well as redundancy for continued operation if a single fan fails.

Anyfan FRU can be replaced while the switch is operating.

Redundant, load-sharing power supplies step down and rectify facility input power to provide 3.3 volt direct current (VDC), 5 VDC, and 12 VDC to the CTP card. The power supplies also provide input filtering, overvoltage protection, and overcurrent protection. Either power supply can be replaced while the switch is operational.

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Each power supply has a separate CTP card connection to allow for independent AC power sources. The power supplies are input-rated at 100 to 230 volts alternating current (VAC).

Connectors and Indicators

Connectors and indicators include the:

• Initial machine load (IML) button.

• Ethernet LAN connector.

• Green power (PWR) and amber system error (ERR) LEDs.

• Green and amber status LEDs associated with FRUs.

• RS-232 maintenance port.

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Initial Machine Load Button

Ethernet LAN Connector

When the IML button (Figure 1-6 on page 1-19) is pressed and held for three seconds, the switch performs an IML that takes approximately 30 seconds and resets the:

• Microprocessor and functional logic for the CTP card and loads firmware from FLASH memory.

• Ethernet LAN interface, causing the connection to the management server to drop momentarily until the connection automatically recovers.

• Ports, causing all Fibre Channel connections to drop momentarily until the connections automatically recover.

An IML should only be performed if a CTP card failure is indicated. Do not IML the switch unless directed to do so by a procedural step in this manual,or the next level of support. As a precaution, the IML button is flush mounted to protect against accidental activation.

The front panel provides a 10/100 megabit per second (Mbps) RJ-45 twisted-pair connector (Figure 1-6 on page 1-19) that attaches to an Ethernet LAN to provide communication with the management server or an SNMP management workstation. Two green LEDs are associated with the LAN connector. When illuminated, the left LED indicates LAN operation at 10 Mbps, and the right LED indicates LAN operation at 100 Mbps.

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Power and System Error LEDs

FRU Status LEDs

The PWR LED (Figure 1-6 on page 1-19) illuminates when the switch is connected to facility AC power and powered on. If the LED extinguishes, a facility power source, power cord, or power distribution failure is indicated.

The ERR LED (Figure 1-6 on page 1-19) illuminates when the switch detects an event requiring immediate operator attention, such as a FRU failure. The LED remains illuminated as long as an event is active. The LED extinguishes when the Clear System Error Light function is selected from the Element Manager application. The LED blinks if unit beaconing is enabled. An illuminated ERR LED (indicating a failure) takes precedence over unit beaconing.

Amber and green LEDs associated with switch FRUs provide status information as follows:

• Port SFP - Amber and green LEDs to the left of the port (Figure 1-6 on page 1-19) illuminate, extinguish, or blink to indicate various port states (operational with active Fibre Channel traffic, operational but not communicating, beaconing, blocked, failed, inactive, or running diagnostics).

• Fan - An amber LED at the lower left corner of each fan (Figure 1-7 on page 1-19) illuminates if the fan fails or rotates too slowly.

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• Power Supply - A green LED at the upper left corner of each power supply (Figure 1-7 on page 1-19) illuminates if the power supply is operational and receiving AC power.

The rear panel provides a 9-pin RS-232 maintenance port (Figure 1-7 on page 1-19) that provides a connection for a local terminal or dial-in connection for a remote terminal. Although the port is typically used by authorized maintenance personnel, operations personnel can use the port to configure switch network addresses.

Software Diagnostic Features

The switch provides the following diagnostic software features that aid in fault isolation and repair of problems:

• FRUs provide on-board diagnostic and monitoring circuits that continuously report FRU status to the SAN Management and element Manager applications. These applications provide system alerts and logs that display failure and diagnostic information at the management server or a remote workstation communicating with the management server.

• The EFC Management Services (EMS) application that runs as a Windows 2000 service and provides an additional user interface to display operational status.

• The SANpilot interface that provides Internet access to isolate problems for a single switch.

• Unsolicited SNMP trap messages that indicate operational state changes or failures can be transmitted to up to 12 authorized management workstations.

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SAN Management Application

• E-mail messages or call-home reports provide automatic notification of significant system events to designated support personnel or administrators.

Access Element Managers for director and switch products through SAN management application. Right-click the product icon on the application Physical Map (topology) and select Element Manager from the pop-up menu.

NOTE: In the following figure, the Model XXXX under the product icon will be replaced with an actual switch or director model number in your SAN management application Physical Map (topology).

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Besides access to director and switch Element Managers, you may configure some features through both your SAN management application and through the Element Manager. You must also enable Element Manager feature permissions for Administrative, Operator, and Maintenance user levels through your SAN management application. When this refers to your Management Application for specific tasks, you should see the application online help or User Manual for detailed instructions.

Element Manager Description

The Element Manager for your switch is a Java-based graphical user interface (GUI) that provides in-depth management, configuration, and monitoring functions for individual switches and their field-replaceable units (FRUs). Although each Element Manager is accessed from your SAN Management application, it is a separate application.

The Element Manager provides graphical views of switch hardware components and displays of component status. By positioning the cursor on icons, graphics, panels, and other visual elements in these

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views and clicking the left or right mouse button, you can quickly manage and monitor the switch on your network.

Access the switch Element Manager, by right-clicking a switch product icon in the SAN management application Physical Map (topology) and selecting the Element Manager from the menu that displays.

The server software for the SAN management and Element Manager application may be installed on a server platform (computer system) shipped by your supplier or it may be installed on a server platform provided by the customer.

You can install the SAN management and Element Manager client applications on remote computer systems For instructions, refer to the section in your SAN management application Software User Manual that pertains to the operating system of your workstation.

Using the Element Manager, you can:

• Back up and restore configuration data.

• Change management style between FICON and open systems.

• Clear the system error indicator.

• Configure extended distance buffering for ports.

• Configure Fibre Channel operating parameters for the switch, such as BB_Credit, R_A_TOV, E_D_TOV, preferred domain ID, switch priority, Domain RSCNs, preferred and insistent domain ID, and rerouting delay.

• Configure individual ports with a port name describing the node attached to the port.

• Configure keys for new features.

• Configure interoperability mode for open switch fabrics.

• Configure LIN alerts.

• Configure Port Binding.

• Configure Nickname to display instead of WWN for the switch and attached devices.

• Configure port address configurations. (FICON management style only).

• Configure SNMP trap recipients and community names.

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• Configure the FICON and Open Systems Management Server features if optional FICON and Open Systems Management Server is installed.

• Configure Switch Binding if optional SANtegrity Binding feature is installed.

• Configure Open Trunking if optional OpenTrunking feature is installed.

• Configure the management style between open systems and FICON management.

• Configure the switch name, location, description, and contact person.

• Control individual Fibre Channel ports by blocking/unblocking operation, enabling LIN alerts and port binding, setting data speeds, and running internal and external loopback diagnostics.

• Display field replaceable unit (FRU) properties such as the FRU name, physical position in the switch (chassis slot number), active failed state, part number, and serial number.

• Display information for individual Fibre Channel ports, such as the port name, port number, Fibre Channel address, operational state, type of port, and login data.

• Display information on nodes attached to ports.

• Display port performance and statistics.

• Display vital product data for the switch, such as the system name, description, contact person, location, status, model number, firmware and EC level, and manufacturer.

• Enable beaconing for ports and the switch unit.

• Maintain a port address library (FICON management style only).

• Monitor the operational status of the switch and each of its hardware field-replaceable units.

• Perform an initial program load (IPL).

• Perform maintenance tasks for the switch including maintaining firmware levels, administering the Call Home Notification feature, accessing the switch logs, and collecting data to support failure analysis.

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Table 1-1 Status Symbols

Alert Symbol Meaning

Green circle Status Bar: All managed products are fully operational and no failures are indicated.

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NOTE: The Call Home Notification feature may be optional, depending on your purchased software package.

• Reset port operation.

•Run port diagnostics.

• Set the date and time on the switch.

• Swap addresses between ports (FICON management style only).

• Use standard keyboard navigation in dialog boxes. For example, use the Ta b, arrow, and backspace keys to move through dialog box fields and the Enter key to perform default button functions.

Next to Icon: The switch is fully operational and no failures are indicated.

Yellow triangle Status Bar: At least one managed product is operating in degraded mode.

Next to Icon: A redundant component failed or the switch is operating in degraded mode. Service is required.

Red diamond (with yellow background)

Grey square Status Bar: The status of at least one managed product is unknown.

Status Bar: At least one managed product is not operational. Next to Icon: A critical failure occurred and the switch is not operational. Immediate

service is required.

Next to Icon: The switch status is unknown because of a network connection failure between the switch and management server.

Using the Element Manager

This provides a general overview of the Element Manager and its functions.

Using Dialog Boxes

Buttons such as OK, Activate and Close or Cancel initiate functions in a dialog box. Click a button to perform its labeled function. There is a difference between the Close and Cancel buttons. The Close button closes the dialog box and saves the data you entered. The Cancel

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button cancels the operation and closes the dialog box without saving the information you entered.

Keyboard Navigation

Hardware View

Window Layout and Function

Keyboard navigation is an alternative to mouse navigation. The Element Manager supports standard keyboard navigation.

NOTE: The SAN management application window is still available as a separate window. You can drag the Element Manager window away from the SAN management application window and view both windows on your PC desktop or minimize one or both of them to icons if desired. You can have a maximum of four Element Manager windows open concurrently.

The main Element Manager window is divided into four main areas.

The menu bar on the Element Manager window displays tabs for the following menus:

•Product

• Configure

•Logs

• Maintenance

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Click one of the tabs to display a list of menu options. Click an option to open a dialog box that allows you to perform configuration and maintenance tasks and view logs. If a menu option contains a check box, click in the box to add a check mark and enable a function. Click a check box containing a check mark to remove the check mark and disable the function.

Product Menu

Select one of the following options from the Product menu.

Management Style

This provides a secondary menu with radio buttons for Open Systems and FICON management styles. These options change some Element Manager dialog boxes and options to allow management of the switch in open systems or FICON environments.

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• Open Systems. Click this radio button for (non-FICON) Fibre

channel environments.

• FICON. Typically, select this radio button when attaching an

IBM S/390 Parallel Enterprise or zSeries server to the switch and implementing inband director management through a Fibre Connection (FICON) channel. If switch firmware level is below 6.0 and the FICON Management Server feature is enabled, the default management style will be FICON. The management style cannot be changed to Open Systems with the FICON Management Server feature enabled.

NOTE: If firmware versions below 6.0 are installed on the switch, you need to take the switch offline before changing the management style.

Port

This provides a secondary port menu only when the Hardware View, Port List View, or Performance View displays in the view

panel. To use this menu for a specific port, click a port in the Hardware View, a port row in the Port List View, or a port bar graph in the Performance View. The menu contains options which are identical to those that display when you right-click the port, port row, or port bar graph in those views.

FRU

Click a power supply module or cooling fan module in the Hardware View only and select FRU from the Product menu to display the FRU Properties menu option. This option displays the FRU Properties dialog box for the FRU. The FRU Properties dialog box can also be displayed when you double-click the FRU in the Hardware View.

Clear System Error Light

Select this to turn off the amber system error LED, located below the green power LED on the switch front bezel.

Enable Unit Beaconing

Click the check box to toggle unit beaconing on or off. When the check box has a check mark, unit beaconing is on, and the amber system error light on the switch front bezel blinks to help users locate the actual unit in an equipment room. When you click the check box to remove the check mark, unit beaconing is disabled

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and the amber LED goes out. You can only enable beaconing if there are no system errors (the system error light is off) or if the FRU has failed.

Properties

Click to display the Switch Properties dialog box. This dialog box contains the switch name, description, location, and contact person configured through the Configure Identification dialog box. Also included is other product information as detailed in Switch Properties. You can also display this dialog box by double-clicking an area on the illustration in the Hardware View, away from a hardware component.

Select this option to close the Element Manager window.

Configure Menu

Click on the Configure menu on the menu bar to display the following options.

Identification

Select this option to display the Configure Identification dialog box. Enter the following information in this dialog box:

— Name - Assign a product name. Note that you can set this

name as the nickname for the switch WWN, using the Set Name as Nickname check box. The nickname then displays instead of the WWN in Element Manager views. The

maximum number of nicknames allowed is 2,048. — Description - Assign a unique product description. — Location - Describe the product location. — Contact - Assign a contact either by name, phone number, or

e-mail address.

NOTE: This information displays in the identification table at the top of the Hardware View and in your SAN management application Physical Map (topology), if the Physical Map (topology) is configured to display names.

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Switch Operating Parameters

Select this option to display the Configure Switch Parameters dialog box for setting Fibre Channel operating parameters. In this dialog box, you can set the preferred domain identification (1 to 31) and make it insistent. You can also enable rerouting delay, domain register for state change notifications (RSCNs), and Zoning RSCNs). The switch must be offline to configure preferred domain ID.

Fabric Operating Parameters

Select this option to display the Configure Fabric Parameters dialog box for setting fabric operating parameters. In this dialog box, you can set buffer-to-buffer credit (BB_Credit) from 1 to 60 (default is 16) and the resource allocation time-out value (R_A_TOV) and error detect time-out value (E_D_TOV) in tenth-of-a-second increments. In addition, you can set the switch priority level (Principal, Default, or Never Principal) and the interoperability modes between McDATA Fabric 1.0, and Open Fabric 1.0.

The switch must be offline to configure any fabric operating parameter.

Switch Binding

This submenu provides two options: Change State and Edit Membership List.

•Selecting Change State displays the Switch Binding State Change dialog box where you can activate Switch Binding according to a specific connection policy (Restrict E_Ports, Restrict F_Ports, or Restrict All Ports).

• Edit Membership List allows you to create a list of switches and devices that you want to allow exclusively to attach to switch ports. Switch Binding is an optional feature that requires the SANtegrity Binding feature key. The feature can be installed through the Configure Feature Key dialog box.

Ports

Select this option to display the Configure Ports dialog box. This dialog has different functions in FICON versus Open Systems management style.

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In FICON management style, use the dialog box to enable extended distance buffering for 10 to 100 km, link incident (LIN) alerts, and port binding for each port.

In Open Systems management style, for each port you can provide a name, block or unblock operation, configure extended distance buffering for 10 to 100 km, enable LIN alerts for each port, define a type (G, F, and E), and enable port binding.

NOTE: Ports are automatically configured as G_Ports if no device is connected, F_Ports if a device is connected, and E_Ports if a switch is connected.

In both styles, you can enable the rerouting delay feature.

Addresses

FICON management style only. Select from two suboptions for active and stored addresses.

Active Addresses: Displays the Configure-Addresses - “Active” dialog box. Use this dialog box to configure a name, blocked or unblocked state, and prohibited and allowed connection attributes for a port.

Stored Addresses: Displays the Address Configuration Library. Use this dialog box to activate, modify, delete, and modify existing address configurations created through the Active Addresses dialog box.

SNMP Agent

Select this option to display the Configure SNMP dialog box. Use this dialog box to configure network addresses and community names for up to six SNMP trap recipients. Also authorize write permissions to enable SNMP management stations to modify writable MIB variables. In addition, you can enable authorization traps to be sent to management stations when unauthorized stations request access to switch SNMP data.

Management Server

Select this option to display either the Configure Open Systems Management Server or Configure FICON Management Server dialog

box, depending on which feature (if any) is enabled for the switch. Use this to configure a FICON or open systems inband management program to function with the switch. To use these

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procedures, you must have enabled either the FICON Management Server or Open Systems Management Server through the Configure Feature Key dialog box.

Features

Displays the Configure Feature Key dialog box. Use this dialog box to enter a feature key to enable optional features that you have purchased for the switch.

Date and Time

Select this option to display the Configure Date and Time dialog box. Use this option to set the current date and time in the switch. When the Periodic Date/Time Synchronization check box is checked, the Date and Time fields are unavailable, and the Management Server date and time periodically synchronizes the switch date and time. If the Periodic Date/Time Synchronization check box is not checked, you can set the date and time in the dialog box fields manually.

Threshold Alert(s)

Select this option to configure threshold alerts for ports. A threshold alert notifies users when the transmit (Tx) or receive (Rx) throughput reaches specified values for specific switch ports or port types (E_Ports or F_Ports). Using this option, you can configure:

— A name for the alert. — A threshold type for the alert (Rx, Tx, or both). — Active or inactive state of the alert. — Threshold criteria. This includes configuring the threshold as

the percent of port traffic capacity utilized (% utilization). You must also configure the time interval during which the throughput is measured and the maximum cumulative time that the throughput percentage threshold can be exceeded during this time interval before an alert is generated.

Open Trunking

Select this option to enable the optional OpenTrunking feature. This feature monitors the average data rates of all traffic flows on ISLs (from a receive port to a target domain) and periodically adjusts routing tables to reroute data flows from congested links to lightly loaded links and optimize bandwidth use. The feature can be installed through the Configure Feature Key dialog box.

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Export Configuration Report

Select this option to display the Export Configuration Report dialog box, which enables you to specify a file name in which to save an ASCII text file containing all current user-definable configuration options in a printable format. Note that this file cannot be read back into the Element Manager in order to set configuration parameters.

Enable Web Server

Select this option to place a check mark in the check box to enable the SANpilot interface on the switch. Select the option again to remove the check mark and disable the SANpilot interface. When disabled, users at remote computers running the client software cannot access the SANpilot interface.

Enable Telnet

Select this option to place a check mark in the check box to enable telnet access to the switch. Select the option again to remove the check mark and disable telnet access. When disabled, users at remote workstations cannot access the switch through telnet to use the Command Line Interface (CLI) or perform other tasks.

Logs Menu

Click the Logs menu to display the following options.

Audit Log

This log provides a record of all configuration changes made on the switch. Each entry displays the date and time of the change, a description of the change, the source of the change (such as the Management Server or SNMP management station), and an identifier for the source, such as the IP address of the Management Server or SNMP management station.

Event Log

Select this option to display the switch event log. This log provides a record of significant events that have occurred on the switch, such as hardware failures, degraded operation, and port problems. Each entry includes the date and time of the event, a reason code for the event, the severity level, a brief description, and up to 32 bytes of supplementary event data. For more information, refer to Appendix B.

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Hardware Log

This log displays information on FRUs inserted and removed from the switch. Each log entry includes the name of the FRU inserted or removed, the slot position relative to identical FRUs installed, whether the FRU was inserted or removed, the FRU part number and serial number, and the date and time the FRU was inserted or removed.

Link Incident Log

The link incident (LIN) log displays the most recent incidents with their date and time, port number, and description of the incident. A link incident can be one of several conditions detected on a fiber optic link.

Threshold Alert Log

This log provides notifications of threshold alerts. Besides the date and time that the alert occurred, it also displays information that was configured through the Configure Threshold Alert(s) option under the Configure menu. This includes the alert name, port for which the alert is configured, the type of alert (transmit throughput, receive throughput, or both), threshold utilization of traffic capacity, minutes the threshold was configured for, and the configured time interval for the threshold.

Open Trunking Log

This log provides details on flow rerouting that occurs through switch ports.

Maintenance Menu

Click the Maintenance menu to display the following options.

Port Diagnostics

This option displays the Port Diagnostics dialog box. Use this dialog box to run internal and external loopback tests on ports.

Swap Ports

FICON management style only. Select this option to display the

Swap Ports dialog box. Use this dialog box to swap one port address for another.

Data Collection

This option displays the Save Data Collection dialog box. Use this dialog box to collect maintenance data into a file. This file is used by support personnel to diagnose system problems.

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IPL

Select this option to initiate an initial program load on the switch. A dialog box displays to allow you to confirm the IPL. Note that an IPL does not affect any configuration settings done through the Element Manager. This operation does not disrupt port operation.

Set Online State

Select this option to display the Set Online State dialog box. Use this dialog box to change the online state of the switch to offline or online.

Firmware Library

Select this option to display the Firmware Library dialog box. This dialog box displays all firmware versions currently installed on the Management Server that can be downloaded to switches. Use this dialog box to add a new firmware version to the Management Server hard disk, modify the description displayed for an existing version, delete a version from the PC, or download (send) a version for operation on a switch.

Enable E-Mail Notification

The Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP) server and e-mail recipient addresses are configured in your SAN management application (not in the switch Element Manager). E-mail notification is also initially enabled in your SAN management application for all switches managed by your SAN management application. Note, however, that the E-Mail Notification option on the Element Manager Maintenance menu must be enabled (checked) for e-mail notification to occur for the specific switch.

The default setting for the Enable E-Mail Notification function is enabled (checked). To disable the function, select Enable E-Mail Notification from the Maintenance menu to clear the check box.

Enable Call Home Notification

NOTE: The default setting for the Enable Call Home Notification feature is disabled (unchecked).

Select Enable Call Home Notification from the Maintenance menu to enable the call home notification feature for the switch.

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The parameters of the call home notification feature are configured through your SAN management application. For more information, refer to your SAN management application Software User Manual.

NOTE: The Call Home Notification feature may be optional, depending on your purchased software package.

Backup & Restore Configuration

Select this option to save the product configuration stored on the switch to the Management Server hard disk or to restore the configuration data from the Management Server. Only a single copy of the configuration is kept on the server.

This backup is primarily for single-CTP systems, where a backup is needed to restore the configuration data to a replacement CTP card. You cannot modify the location or the file name of the saved configuration.

NOTE: You can only restore the configuration to a switch with the same IP address.

CAUTION The following operation resets all configuration including any

optional features that have been installed. You will need to re-enter your feature key to enable all optional features after resetting the configuration.

Reset Configuration

Select this option to reset all switch configuration data back to the factory defaults. A confirmation dialog box displays with a warning upon selecting the option.

Help Menu

Click the Help menu to display the following options.

Contents

Select this option to display the Help window. The Help window contains Contents, Index, and Glossary buttons and hypertext- linked items to help you quickly navigate through information. Use the forward (>) and back (<) buttons to scroll forward and

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backward through the displayed help frames. Exit the help feature at any time by clicking the Close icon at the top of the Help window.

About

Select this option to display the version number for the Element Manager and copyright information.

Click one of the view tabs across the top of the Element Manager window to display the following views in the View panel.

• Hardware

•Port List

•Node List

• Performance

•FRU List

Views, selected from the view tabs, display under the tabs in the view panel.

Hardware View

The Hardware View is a view that displays in the view panel when you open the switch Element Manager. Other views may display, depending on what view you displayed last before closing the application. To return to this view from another view, click the Hardware View tab.

In the Hardware View, colored indicators reflect the status of actual LEDs on the switch FRUs. The status bar displays a symbol to represent the most degraded status currently reported by any of the switch FRUs. For example, for a port failure, indicated by a blinking red and yellow diamond on a port, a yellow triangle displays on the status bar to indicate a degraded condition. However, if a blinking red and yellow diamond displays over both power supplies, the status bar displays a red and yellow diamond, indicating a failure that requires immediate attention.

Switch Menu

Double-click the switch graphic away from a FRU to display the Switch Properties dialog box. Right-click a hardware graphic away from a FRU to display the following options:

• Switch Properties

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• Enable Unit Beaconing

• Clear System Error Light

•IPL Switch

• Set Switch Date and Time

• Set Switch Online State

Port Menu

Double-click a port to display the Port Properties dialog box. Right-click a port to display the following options:

• Node Properties

•Port Technology

• Block Port

• Enable Beaconing

• Channel Wrap (FICON management style only)

• Swap Ports (FICON management style only)

•Diagnostics

• Clear Link Incident Alert(s)

• Reset Port

•Port Binding

• Clear Threshold Alert(s)

Note that these same options are available when you click a port on the Hardware View and select the port secondary menu from the Product menu on the menu bar.

NOTE: For Node Properties, if a node is not logged in a message box displays indicating that node information is not available.

Port List View

Select the Port List View tab. A table listing the port number, port name, port address (FICON management style only), the block/unblock configuration, operating state, port type, and alert condition displays in the view panel.

The Port List View displays information about all ports installed in the switch. All data is dynamic and updates automatically. Double-click

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any row in this view to display the Port Properties dialog box for the port.

Right-click a port row to display the same menu options that display when you right-click a port in the Hardware View or a port bar graph in the Performance View. These include:

• Port Properties

• Node Properties

•Port Technology

•Block Port

• Enable Beaconing

•Diagnostics

• Channel Wrap (FICON management style only)

• Swap Ports (FICON management style only)

• Clear Link Incident Alert(s)

• Reset Port

•Port Binding

• Clear Threshold Alert(s)

Note that these options are also available when you click a port row and select the Port secondary menu from the Product menu on the menu bar.

Node List View

Select Node List from view tabs. This view displays a table with information about all node attachments or N_Ports that have logged into existing F_Ports on the switch. Only N_Ports display in the Node List View after nodes have logged in to the fabric. The columns that display in the table include: port number where the node is attached, the port address, unit type, WWN of the attached node (device), and BB_Credit used by the attached node.

Double-click a port row to highlight it and display the Node Properties dialog box for that port.

Right-click a port row to display the following menu options:

• Node Properties. Displays the Node Properties dialog box.

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• Port Properties. Displays the Port Properties dialog box.

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• Define Nickname. Displays the Define Nickname dialog box, where you can define a nickname to display for the attached device instead of the device's 8-byte WWN.

• Display options. Allows you to display attached devices listed under the Port WWN column in the Node List View by the device nickname configured through the Define Nickname menu option or the device's WWN.

Note that these options are also available when you click a port row, then select the Port secondary menu from the Product tab on the menu bar.

Performance View

Select the Performance view tab. This view provides a graphical display of performance for all 32 ports. The top portion of the Performance View displays bar graphs that show the level of transmit/receive activity for each port. This information updates every five seconds. Each bar graph also shows the percentage link utilization for the port. A red arrow marks the highest utilization level reached since the Performance View was opened. If the system detects activity on a port, it represents minimal activity with at least one bar.

When an end device (node) is logged into a port, moving the cursor over the port bar graph in the Performance View highlights the graph and displays a message with the World Wide Name of the connected node. If the connected node has more than one port, this is the World Wide Name of the specific port on the node. When a port is functioning as an expansion port (E_Port), the message is “E_Port.” When a port is not logged into an end-device (not functioning as an F_Port) or to another switch (not functioning as an E_Port), the message is the port current online state.

Right-click a bar graph to display a menu of port-related actions. The options available on this menu are the same as those that are available when you right-click a port in the Hardware View or right-click a row in the Port List View. These include:

• Port Properties

• Node Properties

•Port Technology

•Block Port

• Enable Beaconing

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•Diagnostics

• Channel Wrap (FICON management style only)

• Swap Ports (FICON management style only)

• Clear Link Incident Alert(s)

• Reset Port

•Port Binding

• Clear Threshold Alert(s)

Note that these same options are also available when you click a port graph, then select the Port secondary menu from the Product menu on the menu bar.

The bottom portion of the Performance View displays cumulative statistical information for the port selected in the bar graph. Values are displayed for transmit and receive traffic, class 2 and 3 statistics, operational statistics, and error categories. Click a category in the left frame of the statistics area to display only statistics in that category or click All to display values for all categories. Click Refresh to update the data with current data from the port.

The Clear button clears all counters to zero. Selecting this button displays a Clear Port Statistcs dialog box. Select the appropriate radio button and click OK to clear all counters to zero on the selected port only or counters on all ports on the switch.

NOTE: Clearing the counters clears the statistics for all users.

The status bar is located along the bottom of the Element Manager window. This includes a symbol that displays at the left side of the bar and messages that display in the panel to the right of the symbol. The symbol indicates the current operating status of the switch and the messages display to provide more description of menu options as you move the cursor over the options under menu bar menus.

If a gray square displays in the status bar (no Ethernet connection), a reason for the status displays in the Status table at the top of the Hardware View.

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Table 1-2 Operating Bar and Switch Status

Symbol Status Bar Switch Status Table Text Meaning

Green Circle Fully Operational All components and installed ports are

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operational; no failures.

Yellow Triangle

Red Diamond with Yellow Background

Gray Square Never Connected

Redundant Failure A redundant component has failed, such

Minor Failure A failure occurred which has decreased

NOT OPERATIONAL A critical failure prevents the switch from

Link Timeout Protocol Mismatch Duplicate Session Unknown Network Address Incorrect Product Type

as a power supply, and the backup component has taken over operation.

the switch operational ability. Normal switching operations are not affected.

• One or more ports failed, but at least one port is still operational.

• A fan has failed or is not rotating sufficiently.

performing fundamental switching operations.

• All fans failed.

• All installed ports failed.

• Both power supplies failed.

Switch status is unknown. This occurs if the Ethernet network connection between the Management Server and the switch cannot be established or if the CTP fails.

Messages display to the right of the status symbol as you move the cursor over options under the menu bar menus. These messages provide additional details about tasks that you can perform through the menu option.

FRU List View

Select the FRU List view tab. A table with information about each of the FRUs installed in the switch displays in the view panel. All data is dynamic and updates automatically.

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Closing the Element Manager

SANpilot Diagnostics

To close the Element Manager, do one of the following:

•Select Close from the Product menu on the menu bar.

• Click the X button at the top right corner of the Element Manager window.

• Double-click the icon at the top left corner of the Element Manager window, or right-click the icon and select Close from the menu that displays.

If management server or customer-supplied server platform access is not available, the SANpilot interface provides a GUI accessed through the Internet (locally or remotely) to manage, monitor, and isolate problems for a single switch. This interface is available with switch firmware Version 1.2 (or later) installed, and does not replace nor offer the full management capability of the EFC Manager and Sphereon 3032/3232 Element Manager applications.

The SANpilot interface can be opened from a standard web browser

running Netscape Navigator

4.6 or higher or Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 or higher. At the browser, enter the IP address of the switch as the Internet uniform resource locator (URL). When prompted at a login screen, enter a user name and password. When the interface opens, the default display is the View panel. Service personnel can perform the monitoring, configuration, maintenance and diagnostic functions as follows:

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• View panel - quickly inspect and determine the operational

status of the switch, and inspect switch properties and operating parameters, FRU properties, and Fibre Channel port properties.

• Configure panel - configure or change:

—Switch ports. — Switch identification, date and time, operating parameters,

and network addresses. — SNMP trap message recipients. — User passwords.

• Monitor panel - inspect and monitor: — Fibre Channel ports and port performance statistics. — The active zone set.

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— Event log entries, and clear the IML LED at the front panel. — Information about attached devices (nodes).

• Operations panel - perform the following operations and maintenance tasks:

— Enable port beaconing and perform port diagnostics (internal

and external loopback tests). — Reset Fibre Channel ports. — Set the switch online state. — Upgrade switch firmware.

General tasks performed through the SANpilot interface are similar in form and function to tasks performed through the EFC Manager and Element Manager applications, and are therefore not documented in this publication. For task information and descriptions, open the online user documentation (Help selection) that supports the interface.

SNMP Trap Message Support

This publication provides instructions for switch installation and fault isolation using the SANpilot interface. Refer to Chapter 2,

Installation Tasks for installation and configuration tasks. Refer to

Chapter 3, Diagnostics for fault isolation tasks.

Unsolicited SNMP trap messages that indicate switch operational state changes or failure conditions can be customer-configured to be transmitted to up to 12 management workstations. If installed on a dedicated Ethernet LAN, the workstations communicate directly with each switch. If installed on a customer intranet, the workstations communicate with switches through the management server.

SNMP data and trap messages are defined in the Fibre Channel FE-MIB definition, a subset of the TCP/IP MIB-II definition (RFC

1213), and a custom, switch-specific MIB. Customers can install these MIBs (in standard ASN.1 format) on any SNMP management workstation.

Although SNMP trap messages are typically transmitted to customer personnel only, the messages may be provided to service personnel as initial notification of a switch problem or as information included in the fault isolation process. Generic SNMP traps include:

• coldStart - reports that the SNMP agent is reinitializing due to a

switch reset.

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• warmStart - reports that the SNMP agent is reinitializing due to a switch IPL.

• authorizationFailure - reports access by an unauthorized SNMP manager. This trap is configurable, and is disabled by default.

Switch-specific SNMP traps specified in the custom MIB include Fibre Channel port operational state changes and FRU operational state changes.

If authorized through the Configure SNMP dialog box in the Element Manager application, users at SNMP management workstations can modify MIB variables. Switch modifications performed through SNMP management work stations are recorded in the associated Sphereon 3032/3232 Audit Log and are available through the Element Manager application.

For additional information, refer to the McDATA OPENconnectors SNMP Support Manual (620-000131).

E-Mail and Call-Home Support

If e-mail notification and call-home support are configured for the switch as part of the customer support process, service personnel may be:

• Notified of a switch problem by e-mail message, either directly or through a system administrator at the customer site or call center.

• Assigned a service call from call center personnel upon receipt and confirmation of a switch call-home event.

NOTE: The call-home feature may not be supported on customer-supplied server platforms.

Tools and Test Equipment

This section describes tools and test equipment that may be required to install, test, service, and verify operation of the switch and attached management server. These tools are supplied with the switch or must be supplied by service personnel.

Tools Supplied with the Switch

The following tools are supplied with the switch. Use of the tools may be required to perform one or more installation, test, service, or verification tasks.

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• Fiber-optic wrap plug - An SFP multimode (shortwave laser) or singlemode (longwave laser) wrap plug is required to perform port loopback diagnostic tests. One wrap plug is shipped with the switch, depending on the type of port transceivers installed. Both plugs are shipped if shortwave laser and longwave laser transceivers are installed. The plug is shown in Figure 1-8.

Figure 1-8 Multimode and Singlemode Wrap Plugs

• Fiber-optic protective plug - For safety and port transceiver protection, fiber-optic protective plugs must be inserted in all port SFPs without fiber-optic cables attached. The switch is shipped with protective plugs installed in all ports. A protective plug is shown in Figure 1-9.

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Figure 1-9 Fiber-Optic Protective Plug

• Null modem cable - An asynchronous RS-232 null modem cable

is required to configure switch network addresses and acquire event log information through the maintenance port. The cable has nine conductors and DB-9 male and female connectors. A null modem cable is not a standard (straight-through) RS-232 cable. Refer to Figure 1-10.

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Figure 1-10 Null Modem Cable

Tools Supplied by Service Personnel

The following tools are expected to be supplied by service personnel performing switch installation and maintenance actions. Use of the tools may be required to perform one or more installation, test, service, or verification tasks.

• Scissors or pocket knife - A sharp cutting edge (scissors or knife blade) may be required to cut the protective strapping when unpacking the switch, management server, Ethernet hub, or replacement FRUs.

• Standard flat-tip and cross-tip (Phillips) screwdrivers - Screwdrivers are required to remove, replace, adjust or tighten various connector or chassis components.

• Maintenance terminal (desktop or notebook PC) - the PC is required to configure switch network addresses and acquire event log information through the maintenance port. The PC must have:

— The Microsoft Windows 98, Windows

2000, or Windows

Millennium Edition operating system installed.

— RS-232 serial communication software (such as ProComm

Plus™ or HyperTerminal) installed. HyperTerminal is provided with Windows operating systems.

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• Fiber-optic cleaning kit - The kit contains tools and instructions to clean fiber-optic cable, connectors, loopback plugs, and protective plugs.

Installation Tasks

This chapter describes tasks to install, configure, and verify operation of the Sphereon 3032 Switch or Sphereon 3232 Switch and rack-mount Enterprise Fabric Connectivity (EFC) Server. The switch can be installed on a table or desk top, mounted in an FC-512 Fabricenter™ equipment cabinet, or mounted in any standard equipment rack.

Factory Defaults

Ta bl e 2 -1 lists the factory-set defaults for the Sphereon 3032 Switch or

Sphereon 3232 Switch.

Table 2-1 Factory-Set Defaults (Switch)

Item Default

Customer password password

Maintenance password level-2

IP address 10.1.1.10

Subnet mask 255.0.0.0

Gateway address 0.0.0.0

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Table 2-2 Factory-Set Defaults (management server)

Item Default

Liquid crystal display (LCD) front panel 9999

Windows 2000 operating system user name (case sensitive) Administrator

Windows 2000 operating system password (case sensitive) password

SAN management application user name (case

Administrator

sensitive)

SAN management application password (case sensitive) password

LAN 1 (public interface) IP Address 192.168.0.1

Subnet mask 255.0.0.0

Gateway address 0.0.0.0

LAN 2 (private interface) IP Address 10.1.1.1

Subnet mask 255.0.0.0

Gateway address 0.0.0.0

Table 2-3 Defaults for Reset Configuration (Switch)

Configuration Description Default

Identification Switch Name NULL string

Switch Description “Fibre Channel Switch”

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Switch Contact “End User Contact (please configure)”

Switch Location “End User Contact (please configure)”

Ports Port Names NULL strings

Port Blocked States Unblocked

Extended Distance

Disabled

(10-100km)

LIN Alerts Disabled

Port Address Port number plus 4

Ports enabled 16

Configuration Description Default

Switch Addressing IP Address 10.1.1.10

Subnet Mask 255.0.0.0

Gateway Address 0.0.0.0

MAC Address PROM value

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Switch Operating Parameters

Preferred Domain ID - Preferred

Preferred Domain

Disabled

ID - Insistent

Rerouting Delay Disabled

Domain RSCNs Disabled

Management Style Open Systems

Fabric Operating Parameters

Buffer-to-Buffer Credit

R_A_TOV 10 seconds (100 tenths)

E_D_TOV 2 seconds (20 tenths)

Switch Priority Default

Interop Mode McDATA Fabric 1.0

SNMP SNMP Communities “public” — 5 NULL strings

SNMP Write

Read only per community

Authorizations

Management Server Active Equal Saved

Trap Recipient IP

0 for each

Addressees

UDP Port 162

SNMP Authorization

Trap State

Disabled

State

Remote Offline

Disabled

Control State

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Configuration Description Default

Installation Options

Zoning Number of Zone

Members

Number of Zones 0

Number of Zone Sets

Zone Names None

Zone Sets Names None

Zone Members None

Default Zone State Enabled

Active Zone Set State

Active Zone Set Name

Disabled

NULL string

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The switch is installed in one of three configurations. The options are:

• Table or desk top - one or more switches, an optional management server, and an optional Ethernet hub are delivered and installed at the customer facility on a desk or table top. Ethernet cabling distance, and local area network (LAN) addressing issues must be considered.

• Fabricenter equipment cabinet - one or more switches, a rack-mount management server, and an Ethernet hub are delivered (cabled and installed) in a McDATA-supplied equipment cabinet. Ethernet cabling, distance, and LAN addressing issues must be considered only if multiple cabinets are daisy-chained.

• Customer-supplied equipment rack - one or more switches, an optional management server, and an optional Ethernet hub are delivered to the customer facility for installation in a customer-supplied equipment rack. Rack-mount hardware is provided in the shipping container. Ethernet cabling, distance, and LAN addressing issues must be considered.

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Summary of Installation Tasks

Table 2-4 summarizes installation tasks for the switch, management

server, and Ethernet hub. The table numbers and describes each task, states if the task is required or optional, and lists the page reference for the task. If a task is optional, decision-related information is included.

Table 2-4 Installation Task Summary

Task Number and Description Required or Optional Page

Task 1: Verify Installation Requirements. Required 2-7

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Task 2: Unpack, Inspect, and Install the Ethernet Hub (Optional).

Task 3: Unpack, Inspect, and Install the Switch. Required 2-12

Task 4: Configure Network Information. Optional - configure if connecting multiple switches

Task 5: LAN-Connect the Switch. Required 2-21

Task 6: Unpack, Inspect, and Install the Management Server.

Task 7: Configure Management Server Password and Network Addresses.

Task 8: Configure Management Server Information Required 2-30

Task 9: Configure Windows 2000 Users Required 2-38

Task 10: Set Management Server Date and Time. Required 2-44

Task 11: Configure the Call-Home Feature (Optional). Optional - configure if specified by the customer and a

Optional - install only if ordered and Ethernet segment does not exist to connect switches and the management server.

(not in a Fabricenter cabinet) or if connecting a switch and management server to a public LAN.

Required 2-22

Required 2-25

telephone connection is provided.

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Task 12: Assign User Names and Passwords. Required 2-47

Task 13: Configure the Switch to the Management Application.

Task 14: Record or Verify Management Server Restore Information.

Required 2-51

Required 2-53

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Table 2-4 Installation Task Summary (continued)

Task Number and Description Required or Optional Page

Task 15: Verify Switch-to-Management Server

Optional 2-55

Communication.

Task 16: Configure PFE Key (Optional). Optional - configure if a feature key is ordered by the

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customer.

Task 17: Configure Management Server (Optional). Required if the management server is installed. 2-59

Task 18: Set Switch Date and Time. Optional 2-74

Task 19: Configure the Sphereon 3032/3232 Element

Required 2-76

Manager Applications.

Task 20: Configure Switch Operating Parameters Use to set parameters on the switch through the

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Configure Switch Parameters dialog box.

Task 21: Configure Fabric Operating Parameters Use to set parameters on the switch through the

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Configure Fabric Parameters dialog box.

Task 22: Configure Open Trunking Optional (only available if the Open Trunking feature

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is installed).

Task 23: Test Remote Notification (Optional). Optional - perform this task to change default settings

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or customize switch operation.

Task 24: Back Up Configuration Data. Required 2-103

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Task 25: Configure the Switch from the SANpilot Interface

Optional 2-106

(Optional).

Task 26: Cable Fibre Channel Ports. Required 2-134

Task 27: Connect Switch to a Fabric Director (Optional). Optional - perform this task to connect the switch to a

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fabric.

Task 28: Register with the McDATA File Center Required 2-137

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Task 1: Verify Installation Requirements

Verify the following requirements are met prior to switch and management server installation. Ensure:

• A site plan is prepared, configuration planning tasks are complete, planning considerations are evaluated, and related planning checklists are complete. Refer to the McDATA Products in a SAN Environment Planning Manual (620-000124) for information.

• Fabric and device connectivity are evaluated, and the related planning worksheet is complete. Refer to the McDATA Products in a SAN Environment Planning Manual (620-000124) for information.

• Support is available for one of the following switch management methods:

— A browser-capable PC and Internet connectivity to support

switch management through the SANpilot interface, or

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— A browser-capable PC and LAN segment connectivity to the

rack-mount management server to support switch management through the SAN management application and element manager applications.

• Support equipment and personnel are available for the installation.

• The required number and type of fiber-optic jumper cables are delivered and available. Ensure the cables are the correct length with the required connectors.

• A customer-supplied equipment rack and associated hardware are available (optional).

• Remote workstations or simple network management protocol (SNMP) workstations are available (optional). Workstations are customer-supplied and connected through a corporate or dedicated LAN.

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Task 2: Unpack, Inspect, and Install the Ethernet Hub (Optional)

The Sphereon 3032 Switch or Sphereon 3232 Switch is managed through either:

• An Internet connection to a browser-capable PC (SANpilot interface). Connection of a LAN segment with multiple switches to the Internet may require installation of the McDATA-supplied 24-port Ethernet hub.

• A 10/100 megabit per second (Mbps) LAN connection to both the rack-mount management server and a browser-capable PC. Connectivity may require installation of the McDATA-supplied 24-port Ethernet hub. A combination of up to 48 McDATA products can be configured and managed on one network, therefore multiple, daisy-chained hubs may be required to provide sufficient port connections.

The following paragraphs provide instructions to unpack and inspect one or more Ethernet hubs, and install the hubs in a desktop or rack-mount configuration.

Unpack and Inspect the Ethernet Hub

Desktop Installation

Unpack and inspect the Ethernet hub(s) 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.

3. If any items are damaged or missing, contact the McDATA solution center as follows:

Phone: (800) 752-4572 or (720) 566-3910 Fax: (720) 566-3851 E-mail: support@mcdata.com

To install and configure up to three Ethernet hubs on a desktop:

1. Remove the backing from the four adhesive rubber pads and apply the pads to the underside of each hub. Ensure the pads are aligned with the scribed circles at each corner.

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2. Position the first hub on a table or desktop as directed by the customer.

3. Stack the remaining hubs on top of the first hub as shown in

Figure 2-1. Ensure the adhesive rubber pads on the underside of a

hub align with the recesses on the top of the hub below.

MID

MDIX

PortStatus

Green- 100M, Yellow

MID

MDIX

Green- 100M

M D

Green- 100M, Yellow- 10M, Flash - Activity

Collision

100M

10M

-10M, Flash

Activity

PortStatus

Collision

100M

Yellow

-10M, Flash -

10M

Activity

PortStatus

Collision

100M

10M

Baseline10/100 Hub

Power

SuperStack 3

Baseline10/100 Hub

SuperStack 3

Baseline

3C16411

10/100

Hub

3C16411

uperStack

com

Figure 2-1 Stacked Ethernet Hubs

4. To interconnect three hubs:

NOTE: To connect two hubs, use step a and step c (top and middle hub instructions only).

a. To connect the top and middle hubs in the stack, 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 hubs in the stack, 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. Using a pencil or other pointed instrument, set the medium-

dependent interface (MDI) switch on the top and middle hubs to MDI (in). Set the MDI switch on the bottom hub to MDIX (out). The configuration is shown in Figure 2-2 on page 2-10.

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MID

MDIX

MID

MDIX

MID

MDIX

Figure 2-2 Patch Cable and MDI Selector Configuration

Rack-Mount Installation

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5. Connect the U. S. power cord to the receptacle at the rear of each hub and to an AC power strip (a power strip is provided with the optional management server). Use an 18-inch electrical extension cord (provided) if required.

6. Connect the AC power strip to a facility power outlet. Power for each hub switches on when the strip is connected to facility AC power.

7. Inspect the front panel of each hub. Ensure each green Power light-emitting diode (LED) illuminates.

Perform the following steps to install and configure up to three Ethernet hubs in a Fabricenter equipment cabinet or a customersupplied 19-inch equipment rack. A pointed instrument (pencil tip or bent paper clip), #2 Phillips screwdriver, and 1/8-inch Allen wrench are required.

1. Secure one mounting bracket to each side of the first hub as shown in Figure 2-3 on page 2-11. Use the two brackets and four pan-head Phillips screws (8/32 x 0.5-inch) provided.

Figure 2-3 Mounting Bracket Installation (Ethernet Hub)

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Baseline10/100 Hub

3C16411

SuperStack 3

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Baseline10/100Hub

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SuperStack3

2. Position the first hub in the equipment rack as directed by the customer. Align screw holes in the mounting brackets with screw holes in the rack-mount standards.

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NOTE: The hub is 1.75 inches, or one rack unit (1U) high.

3. Secure both sides of the hub to the rack-mount standards as shown in Figure 2-4. Use the 1/8-inch Allen wrench and four Allen-head mounting screws (10/32 x 0.5-inch) provided.

Figure 2-4 Rack Installation (Ethernet Hub)

4. Repeat step 1 through step 3 for the second and third hubs.

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5. To interconnect three hubs:

NOTE: To connect two hubs, use step a and step c (top and middle hub instructions only).

a. To connect the top and middle hubs in the stack, 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 hubs in the stack, 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. Using a pencil or other pointed instrument, set the medium-

dependent interface (MDI) switch on the top and middle hubs to MDI (in). Set the MDI switch on the bottom hub to MDIX (out). The configuration is shown in Figure 2-2 on page 2-10.

6. Connect an AC power cord to the receptacle at the rear of each hub and to a rack power strip. 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 Switch

The following paragraphs provide instructions to unpack and inspect the Sphereon 3032/3232 Switch, and install it in a desktop or rack-mount configuration.

If the switch is delivered (with the Ethernet hub and management server) as part of an FC-512 Fabricenter equipment cabinet, refer to

FC-512 Fabricenter Equipment Cabinet Installation and Service Manual

(620-000100) for unpacking and installation instructions, then go to

Task 4: Configure Network Information on page 2-14.

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Unpack and Inspect the Switch

Desktop Installation

Unpack and inspect the switch:

When you remove the switch from the carton, do not rest it on its rear panel while examining it. To do so may break the FRU handles.

1. Inspect the 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 the shipping container(s) and inspect each item for damage. Save all shipping and packing materials.Ensure that all items on the enclosed shipping list are in each container.

3. If any items are damaged or missing, customers should contact the McDATA solution center as follows:

Phone: (800) 752-4572 or (720) 566-3910 Fax: (720) 566-3851 E-mail: support@mcdata.com

To install and configure the switch on a desktop:

1. Remove the backing from the four adhesive rubber pads and apply the pads to the underside of the switch. Ensure the pads are aligned with the scribed circles at each corner.

2. Position the switch on a table or desktop as directed by the customer. Ensure:

— Grounded AC electrical outlets are available. — Adequate ventilation is present. — Areas with excessive heat, dust, or moisture are avoided. — All planning considerations are met. Refer to the McDATA

Products in a SAN Environment Planning Manual (620-000124).

3. Verify that all FRUs are installed as ordered.

4. Verify that the SFP optical transceivers are installed as required for your installation.

5. Connect the U.S. or country-specific (optional) AC power cords to the right (PS0) and left (PS1) receptacles at the rear of the chassis.

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A McDATA-supplied power cord is provided for each switch power supply. To prevent electric shock when connecting the switch to primary facility power, use only the supplied power cord(s), and ensure the facility power receptacle is the correct type, supplies the required voltage, and is properly grounded.

6. Connect the remaining ends of the AC power cords to separate facility power sources that provide single-phase, 120 to 240 volts alternating current (VAC) current. This provides power redundancy.

7. Turn on the power. Two power switches are on the back of the unit.The unit powers on and performs power-on self-tests (POSTs). During POSTs:

a. The green power (PWR) LED on the front panel illuminates. b. The amber system error (ERR) LED on the front panel blinks

momentarily while the switch is tested.

c. The green LEDs associated with the Ethernet port blink

momentarily while the port is tested.

d. The green and amber LEDs associated with the ports blink

momentarily while the ports are tested.

8. After successful POST completion, the green power (PWR) LED remains illuminated and all other front panel LEDs extinguish.

9. If a POST error or other malfunction occurs, go to MAP 0000: Start

MAP on page 3-6 to isolate the problem.

Rack-Mount Installation

To install the switch in a customer-supplied equipment rack, refer to the McDATA Rack-Mount Kit Installation Instructions.

Task 4: Configure Network Information

The Sphereon 3032/3232 Switch is delivered with the following default network addresses:

• MAC address - the media access control (MAC) address is programmed into FLASH memory on the CTP card at the time of manufacture. The MAC address is unique for each switch, and should not be changed. The address is in xx.xx.xx.xx.xx.xx format, where xx is a hexadecimal pair.

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• IP address - the factory preset default internet protocol (IP) address is 10.1.1.10. The default IP address is also 10.1.1.10.

If Reset Configuration is selected from the element manager application, the switch resets to the default address of 10.1.1.10.

If multiple switches are installed on the same LAN, each switch (and the management server) must have a unique IP address. One switch can use the factory-set address, but the addresses of the remaining switches must be changed.

NOTE: If multiple switches, other managed products, and the management server are delivered in a Fabricenter equipment cabinet, all devices are configured with unique IP addresses that do not require change. The addresses require change only if multiple equipment cabinets are LAN-connected.

• McDATA Flexport Feature - If you have enabled additional port function with the McDATA Flexport Feature since the switch shipped from the factory, resetting configuration will return this feature to the factory default of only 16 ports enabled. You must re-enable the additional ports using the Configure Feature Key dialog box (refer to Task 16: Configure PFE Key (Optional) on page 2-56).

NOTE: Until this feature is enabled the additional ports will appear as Not Installed in the Port Operational State dialog box of the Hardware View and Port List View.

• Subnet mask - the default subnet mask is 255.0.0.0. If the switch is installed on a complex public LAN with one or more routers, the address may require change.

• Gateway address - the default gateway address is 0.0.0.0. If the switch is installed on a dedicated LAN with no connection through a router, the address does not require change. If the switch is installed on a public LAN (corporate intranet), the gateway address must be changed to the address of the corporate intranet’s local router.

Verify the type of LAN installation with the customer’s network administrator. If one switch (or one Fabricenter equipment cabinet) is installed on a dedicated LAN, network addresses do not require change.

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If multiple switches (or multiple Fabricenter equipment cabinets) are installed or a public LAN segment is used, network addresses must be changed to conform to the customer’s LAN addressing scheme. The following tools are required:

• A maintenance terminal (desktop or notebook PC) with: — The Microsoft Windows 98, Windows

Millennium Edition operating system installed.

— RS-232 serial communication software (such as ProComm

Plus™ or HyperTerminal) installed. HyperTerminal is provided with Windows operating systems.

• An asynchronous RS-232 modem cable (provided by installation or service personnel).

Perform the following steps to change a switch’s IP address, subnet mask, or gateway address.

NOTE: If the subnet mask, gateway address, or any other configurable ethernet settings are changed, an IPL is required. Refer to IPL the Switch on page 4-44 for infordmation on how to IPL the switch.

2000, or Windows

1. Remove the protective metal cap from the 9-pin maintenance port at the rear of the switch (a phillips-tip screwdriver is required). Connect the 9-pin end of the RS-232 modem cable to the port. Refer to Figure 1-7 on page 1-19 for the location of the maintenance port.

2. Connect the other cable end to a 9-pin communication port (COM1 or COM2) at the rear of the maintenance terminal PC.

3. Power on the maintenance terminal. After the PC powers on, the Windows desktop displays. Refer to operating instructions shipped with the PC.

4. Click the Windows Start button. The Windows 2000 Workstation menu displays.

NOTE: These steps describe changing network addresses using HyperTerminal serial communication software.

5. At the Windows 2000 Workstation menu, select Programs,

Accessories, Hyperterminal, and HyperTerminal. The Connection Description dialog box displays.

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Figure 2-5 Connection Description Dialog Box

6. Type Sphereon 3032 or Sphereon 3232 in the Name field and click OK. The Connect To dialog box displays.

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Figure 2-6 Connect To Dialog Box

7. Ensure the Connect using field displays COM1 or COM2

(depending on the serial communication port connection to the switch), and click OK. The COMn dialog box displays (where n is 1 or 2).

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Figure 2-7 COMn (COM1 or COM2) Dialog Box

8. Configure the Port Settings parameters as follows: — Bits per second - 57600. — Data bits - 8. — Parity - None. — Stop bits - 1. — Flow control - Hardware. When the parameters are set, click OK. The HyperTerminal

window displays.

9. At the > prompt, type the user-level password (the default is password) and press Enter. The password is case sensitive. The HyperTerminal window displays with a C> prompt at the top of the window.

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Figure 2-8 Hyperterminal Window

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10. At the C> prompt, type ipconfig and press Enter. The HyperTerminal window displays with configuration information listed as follows:

— MAC Address. — IP Address (default is 10.1.1.10, factory preset is 10.1.1.10). — Subnet Mask (default is 255.0.0.0). — Gateway Address (default is 0.0.0.0). Only the IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Gateway Address fields are

configurable.

11. Change the IP address, subnet mask, and gateway address as directed by the customer’s network administrator. To change theswitch network addresses, type the following at the C> prompt and press Enter.

ipconfig xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx yyy.yyy.yyy.yyy zzz.zzz.zzz.zzz

The IP address is always xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx, the subnet mask is always yyy.yyy.yyy.yyy, and the gateway address is always zzz.zzz.zzz.zzz, where the octets xxx, yyy, and zzz are decimals from zero through 255. If a network address is to remain unchanged, type the current address in the respective field.

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When the new network addresses are configured at the switch, the message Request completed OK displays at the bottom of the HyperTerminal window.

12. Select Exit from the File menu to close the HyperTerminal application. The following message box appears:

Figure 2-9 Disconnect Confirmation Message Box

13. Click Ye s. The following message box appears:

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Figure 2-10 Save Session Device Confirmation Box

14. Click No to exit and close the HyperTerminal application.

15. Power off the maintenance terminal: a. Click the Windows Start button and select the Shut Down

option.

b. At the Shut Down Windows dialog box, select Shut down the

Computer and click Ye s to power off the PC.

16. Disconnect the RS-232 modem cable from the switch and the maintenance terminal. Replace the protective cap over the maintenance port.

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Task 5: LAN-Connect the Switch

Connect the switch to the customer-supplied Ethernet LAN segment or the Ethernet hub installed in Task 2: Unpack, Inspect, and Install the

Ethernet Hub (Optional).

If the switch is delivered (with the Ethernet hub and management server) as part of an FC-512 Fabricenter equipment cabinet, this task and the following two tasks are not required. Go to Task 8: Configure

Management Server Information on page 2-30.

To connect the desktop or rack-mounted switch to the Ethernet LAN segment:

1. Connect one end of the Ethernet patch cable (supplied with the switch) to the RJ-45 connector (labeled 10/100) on the left front of the chassis.

2. Connect the remaining end of the Ethernet cable to the LAN as follows:

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a. If the switch is installed on a customer-supplied LAN

segment, connect the cable to the LAN as directed by the customer’s network administrator.

b. If the switch is installed on the Ethernet hub, connect the cable

to any available port (1x through 11x or 13x through 23x) on the hub.

3. Perform one of the following steps: — If an management server or customer-supplied server

platform is delivered and available, the Ethernet LAN segment does not require connection to the internet. Go to Ta s k

6: Unpack, Inspect, and Install the Management Server on

page 2-22.

— If an management server or customer-supplied server

platform is not available and the switch is managed through the SANpilot interface, attach the Ethernet LAN segment to an internet connection and go to Task 25: Configure the Switch from

the SANpilot Interface (Optional) on page 2-106

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Task 6: Unpack, Inspect, and Install the Management Server

The management server is a1U high, rack-mount unit with the SAN management application and Sphereon 3032 Switch or Sphereon 3232 Switch element manager applications installed. The applications provide a graphical user interface (GUI) for operating and managing the switch and other McDATA products. The management server also includes a TightVNC Viewer Version 1.2.7 client-server software control package that provides remote network access (through a standard web browser) to the server desktop. For information about the TightVNC Viewer, refer to www.tightvnc.com.

NOTE: The management server and related applications provide a GUI to monitor and manage McDATA products, and are a dedicated hardware and software solution that should not be used for other tasks. McDATA tests the SAN management application installed on the management server, but does not compatibility test other third-party software. Modifications to the management server hardware or installation of additional software (including patches or service packs) may interfere with normal operation.

Unpack, inspect, and install the management server as follows:

1. Inspect the shipping container 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 the shipping container and inspect each item for damage. Ensure the packaged items correspond to the items listed on the enclosed bill of materials.

3. If any items are damaged or missing, customers should call the toll-free telephone number printed on the service label attached to the bottom of the server.

4. Perform one of the following:

• For a desktop installation, position the management server on

a table or desktop as directed by the customer. Ensure a grounded AC electrical outlet is available.

• For a cabinet installation, open the rack-mount kit and inspect

the contents. Refer to the enclosed bill of materials and verify all parts are delivered.

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Install the management server in the equipment cabinet. Refer to the 1U Server Rack-Mount Kit Installation Instructions (958-000310) for guidance.

5. Connect the management server to the customer-supplied Ethernet LAN segment or McDATA-supplied Ethernet hub (private LAN interface). To connect the management server:

a. As shown in Figure 2-11 on page 2-23, connect one end of the

Ethernet patch cable (supplied with the management server) to the right RJ-45 adapter (LAN 2) at the rear of the server.

Figure 2-11 1U Management Server Connections

b. Connect the remaining end of the Ethernet cable to the LAN as

follows:

• If the management server is installed on a customer-supplied LAN segment, connect the cable to the LAN as directed by the customer’s network administrator.

• If the management server is installed on the McDATA-supplied Ethernet hub, connect the cable to any available hub port.

6. If required, connect the management server to the customer’s corporate intranet (public LAN interface). To connect the management server:

a. As shown in Figure 2-11, connect one end of a customer-

supplied Ethernet patch cable to the left RJ-45 adapter (LAN 1) at the rear of the server.

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b. Connect the remaining end of the Ethernet cable to the

corporate intranet as directed by the customer’s network administrator.

7. As shown in Figure 2-11, connect the 20-foot phone cord to the left RJ-11 adapter (LINE) at the rear of the server and to a facility telephone connection.

8. As shown in Figure 2-11, connect the AC power cord to the server and to a facility power source or rack power strip that provides single-phase, 90 to 264 VAC current.

9. When the power cord is connected, the management server powers on and performs power-on self-tests (POSTs). During POSTs:

a. The green liquid crystal display (LCD) panel illuminates. b. The green hard disk drive (HDD) LED blinks momentarily,

and processor speed and random-access memory information display momentarily at the LCD panel.

c. After a few seconds, the LCD panel displays the following

message pertaining to boot sequence selection (Figure 2-12):

Boot from LAN?

Press <Enter>

Figure 2-12 LCD Panel During Boot Sequence

d. Ignore the message. After ten seconds, the server performs the

boot sequence from the basic input/output system (BIOS). During the boot sequence, the server performs additional POSTs and displays the following information at the LCD panel:

•Host name.

• System date and time.

• LAN 1 and LAN 2 IP addresses.

• Fan 1, fan 2, fan 3, and fan 4 rotational speed.

• Central processing unit (CPU) temperature.

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• Hard disk capacity.

• Virtual and physical memory capacity.

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10. After successful POST completion, the LCD panel displays a Welcom e!! message and all front panel LEDs extinguish.

11. If a POST error or other malfunction occurs, go to MAP 0000: Start

MAP on page 3-6 to isolate the problem.

12. Press the left edge (PUSH label) of the LCD panel to disengage the panel and expose the CD-RW drive.

13. Insert a blank rewritable CD into the CD-RW drive and close the LCD panel.

Task 7: Configure Management Server Password and Network Addresses

Verify the type of LAN installation with the customer’s network administrator. If the management server or Fabricenter equipment cabinet is installed on a dedicated LAN, network information does not require change. Change the default password for the server’s LCD panel (if required by the customer), then go to Task 8: Configure Management

Server Information on page 2-30.

If the management server or Fabricenter equipment cabinet is installed on a public LAN segment, the default password for the server’s LCD panel and the following transmission control protocol internet protocol (TCP/IP) network information must be changed to conform to the customer’s LAN addressing scheme:

• IP address.

•Subnet mask.

NOTE: At some customer installations, TCP/IP addresses for the management server may be allocated automatically using dynamic host configuration protocol (DHCP).

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Configure Password

Figure 2-13 LCD Panel (Password Entry)

To configure a new LCD panel password:

1. At the management server’s LCD panel, press ENTER. The Welcom e!! or operational information message changes to the following (Figure 2-13):

Input Password:

0****

2. Using the button to increment a digit, the button to decrement a digit, the button to move the cursor left, and the button to move the cursor right, input the default password (9999), and press ENTER. The LAN 1 Setting?? message appears at the LCD panel.

3. Press the button several times until the Change Password? option appears at the LCD panel, then press ENTER. The following message appears (Figure 2-14):

New Password:

0****

Figure 2-14 LCD Panel (New Password)

4. Use the arrow keys as described in step 2 to input a new 4-digit numeric password, then press ENTER. The following message appears (Figure 2-15):

Save Ch ange?

Yes, Save !!

Figure 2-15 LCD Panel (Save Change)

5. Press ENTER. A Wait a moment! message appears at the LCD panel, the LCD panel returns to the LAN 1 Setting?? message, and the password changes.

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