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This manual describes the features and installation of the SANbox2-16 Fibre
Channel switch, firmware version 4.1. This manual is organized as follows:
Section 1 describes the intended audience, related materials, safety notices,
communications statements, laser safety information, electrostatic discharge
sensitivity precautions, accessible parts, general program license, and
technical support.
Section 2 is an overview of the switch. It describes indicator LEDs and all
user controls and connections.
Section 3 describes the factors to consider when planning a fabric.
Section 4 explains how to install and configure the switch.
Section 5 describes the diagnostic methods and troubleshooting
procedures.
Section 6 describes the removal/replacement procedures for all field
replaceable units (FRUs).
Appendix A lists the switch specifications.
Appendix B describes the Command Line Interface.
Please read the communications statements and laser safety information later in
this section. Use this manual with the SANbox2-8c/16 Switch Management User’s Guide.
1.1
Intended Audience
This manual introduces users to the switch and explains its installation and
service. It is intended for users who are responsible for installing and servicing
network equipment.
1.2
Related Materials
The following manuals and materials are referenced in the text and/or provide
additional information.
SANbox2-8c/16 Switch Management User’s Guide, publication number
59022-09.
QLogic Switch Interoperability Guide v3.0. This PDF document can be
downloaded at http://www.qlogic.com/interopguide/info.asp#inter.
Definitions of Managed Objects for the Fabric Element in Fibre Channel
Standard (draft-ietf-ipfc-fabric-element-mib-04.txt).
The Fibre Channel Standards are available from:
Global Engineering Documents, 15 Inverness Way East, Englewood, CO
80112-5776 Phone: (800) 854-7179 or (303) 397-7956
Fax: (303) 397-2740.
1.3
New in this Release
The following items are new in the current firmware release:
Expanded zoning database limits
SANsurfer Switch Manager web applet embedded on the switch. The
firmware includes an enable parameter and an inactivity timeout.
Network Time Protocol (NTP) client support for synchronizing switch time
Automatic port tuning for Multiple Frame Sequence (MFS) bundling, Link
Control Frame (LCF) preference routing, and Virtual Interface (VI) routing.
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The following items are new in the current SANsurfer Switch Manager release:
SANbox Manager is renamed SANsurfer Switch Manager.
SANsurfer Fabric View is renamed SANsurfer Performance Viewer.
Fabric Tracker menu option has been added to record the fabric hardware
and firmware composition.
Nicknames for device port world wide names
Zoning wizard menu option has been added to assist in zoning a fabric.
Name Server and FDMI data windows are combined into Devices data
window.
Export Name Server and Export FDMI menu options are combined into
Export Devices.
SNMP properties has been removed from Network Properties dialog to form
SNMP Properties dialog.
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Safety Notices
A Warning notice indicates the presence of a hazard that has the potential of
causing personal injury.
4-3, 4-14, 6-1
A Caution notice indicates the presence of a hazard that has the potential of
causing damage to the equipment.
4-4, 5-16, 6-4
1.5
Sicherheitshinweise
Ein Warnhinweis weist auf das Vorhandensein einer Gefahr hin, die
möglicherweise Verletzungen zur Folge hat.
4-3, 4-15, 6-1
Ein Vorsichtshinweis weist auf das Vorhandensein einer Gefahr hin, die
möglicherweise Geräteschäden zur Folge hat.
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Safety Notices
4-4, 5-16, 6-4
1.6
Notes informatives relatives à la sécurité
Une note informative Avertissement indique la présence d’un risque pouvant
entraîner des blessures.
4-3, 4-15, 6-1
Une note informative Attention indique la présence d’un risque pouvant entraîner
des dégâts matériels.
4-4, 5-16, 6-4
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Communications Statements
1.7
Communications Statements
The following statements apply to this product. The statements for other products
intended for use with this product appear in their accompanying manuals.
1.7.1
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Class A Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy, and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area may cause unacceptable
interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at
their own expense.
Neither the provider nor the manufacturer is responsible for any radio or television
interference caused by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment.
Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the user's authority to operate
the equipment.
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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference, and
This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
1.7.2
Canadian Department of Communications Class A Compliance
Statement
This equipment does not exceed Class A limits for radio emissions for digital
apparatus, set out in Radio Interference Regulation of the Canadian Department
of Communications. Operation in a residential area may cause unacceptable
interference to radio and TV reception requiring the owner or operator to take
whatever steps necessary to correct the interference.
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1.7.3
Communications Statements
Avis de conformité aux normes du ministère des Communications du
Canada
Cet équipement ne dépasse pas les limites de Classe A d'émission de bruits
radioélectriques por les appareils numériques, telles que prescrites par le
Réglement sur le brouillage radioélectrique établi par le ministère des
Communications du Canada. L'exploitation faite en milieu résidentiel peut
entraîner le brouillage des réceptions radio et télé, ce qui obligerait le propriétaire
ou l'opérateur à prendre les dispositions nécwssaires pour en éliminer les causes.
1.7.4
CE Statement
The CE symbol on the equipment indicates that this system complies with the
EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) directive of the European Community
(89/336/EEC) and to the Low Voltage (Safety) Directive (73/23/EEC). Such
marking indicates that this system meets or exceeds the following technical
standards:
EN60950/A11:1997 – “Safety of Information Technology Equipment,
Including Electrical Business Equipment”.
EN55022:1998 – “Limits and Methods of Measurement of Radio
Interference Characteristics of Information Technology Equipment”.
IEC1000-4-4:1995 – “Electrical Fast Transient/Burst Immunity Test”
IEC1000-4-5:1995 – “Surge Immunity Test”
IEC1000-4-6:1996 – “Immunity To Conducted Disturbances, Induced
By Radio-Frequency Fields”
IEC1000-4-8:1993 – "Power Frequency Magnetic Field Immunity Test”
IEC1000-4-11:1994 – “Voltage Dips, Short Interruptions And Voltage
Variations Immunity Tests”
EN61000-3-2:1995 – “Limits For Harmonic Current Emissions (Equipment
Input Current Less Than/Equal To 16 A Per Phase)” Class A
EN61000-3-3:1995 – “Limitation Of Voltage Fluctuations And Flicker In
Low-Voltage Supply Systems For Equipment With Rated Current Less Than
Or Equal To 16 A”
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1.7.5
VCCI Class A Statement
This is a Class A product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council
For Interference by Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this equipment
is used in a domestic environment, radio disturbance may arise. When such
trouble occurs, the user may be required to take corrective actions.
1.7.6
BSMI Class A Statement
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Warning:
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause
radio interference in which case the user will be required to take adequate
measures.
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1.8
Laser Safety Information
This product may use Class 1 laser optical transceivers to communicate over the
fiber optic conductors. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
(DHHS) does not consider Class 1 lasers to be hazardous. The International
Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 825 Laser Safety Standard requires labeling in
English, German, Finnish, and French stating that the product uses Class 1
lasers. Because it is impractical to label the transceivers, the following label is
provided in this manual.
Refer to Section 6 Removal/Replacement for more information.
1.11
Pièces Accessibles
Les pièces remplaçables, Field Replaceable Units (FRU), du commutateur
SANbox2-16 Fibre Channel Switch sont les suivantes:
Interfaces aux media d’interconnexion appelés SFP transceivers.
Alimentations de courant
Ventilateurs
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Se reporter à la Section 6 (Procédures de retrait et remplacement) pour plus de
renseignements.
1.12
Zugängliche Teile
Nur die folgenden Teile im SANbox2-16 Fibre Channel Switch können
kundenseitig ersetzt werden:
Schnittstellen für die Zwischenverbindungsträger, SFP transceivers
genannt.
Netzteile
Gehäuselüfte
Weitere Informationen finden Sie im Abshcnitt 6 (Ausbauen der ersetzbaren
Teile).
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General Public License
QLogic® Fibre Channel switches are powered by the Linux® operating system. A
machine-readable copy of the Linux source code is available upon written request
to the following address. A nominal fee will be charged for reproduction, shipping,
and handling costs in accordance with the General Public License.
QLogic Corporation
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Attention: Technical Support - Source Request
Warning: Installation of software or files not authorized by QLogic will immediately
and irrevocably void all warranty and service contracts on the affected units.
The following general public license has been reproduced with permission from:
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Copyright (C) 1989, 1991 Free Software Foundation, Inc.
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1.13.1
Preamble
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The hypothetical commands `show w' and `show c' should show the
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Technical Support
1.14
Technical Support
Customers should contact their authorized maintenance provider for technical
support of their QLogic switch products. QLogic-direct customers may contact
QLogic Technical Support; others will be redirected to their authorized
maintenance provider.
Visit the QLogic support Web site listed in Contact Information for the latest
firmware and software updates.
1.14.1
Availability
QLogic Technical Support is available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM Central Standard
Time, Monday through Friday, excluding QLogic-observed holidays.
1.14.2
Training
QLogic offers certification training for the technical professional for both the
SANblade™ HBAs and the SANbox2™ switches. From the training link at
www.qlogic.com, you may choose Electronic-Based Training or schedule an
intensive "hands-on" Certification course.
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Technical Certification courses include installation, maintenance and
troubleshooting QLogic SAN products. Upon demonstrating knowledge using live
equipment, QLogic awards a certificate identifying the student as a Certified
Professional. The training professionals at QLogic may be reached by email at
tech.training@qlogic.com.
1.14.3
Contact Information
Telephone:+1 952-932-4040
Fax:+1 952-932-4018
Email:
Technical Service
Technical Training
Switch Support Web Site:http://support.qlogic.com
support@qlogic.com
tech.training@qlogic.com
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General Description
This section describes the features and capabilities of the SANbox2-16 Fibre
Channel switch. The following topics are described:
Chassis controls and LEDs
Fibre channel ports
Ethernet port
Serial port
Power supplies
Fans
Switch management
Fabrics are managed with the SANsurfer Switch Manager™ switch management
application (version 4.01) and the Command Line Interface (CLI). Refer to the
SANbox2-8c/16 Switch Management User’s Guide for information about using the
SANsurfer Switch Manager application. Refer to Appendix B Command Line
Interface for more information about the command line interface.
Figure 2-1. SANbox2-16 Fibre Channel Switch
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Chassis Controls and LEDs
2.1
Chassis Controls and LEDs
Chassis controls include the power supply On/Off switches and the Maintenance
button as shown in Figure 2-2. The Maintenance button is used to recover a
disabled switch. The chassis LEDs provide information about the switch’s
operational status. The chassis LEDs include the Over Temperature LED, Fan Fail
LED, Heartbeat LED, and the Input Power LED.
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Chassis LEDs
Left Power
Switch
Figure 2-2. Chassis Controls and LEDS
2.1.1
Power Switches
Each power supply has an On/Off switch that controls power to the switch logic
circuitry. To apply power to the switch, place both switches in the On position.
2.1.2
Maintenance Button
The Maintenance button is a momentary switch on the front panel. Its purpose is
to place the switch in maintenance mode. Maintenance mode sets the IP address
to 10.0.0.1 and provides access to the switch for maintenance purposes when
flash memory or the resident configuration file is corrupted. Refer to ”Recovering a
Switch” on page 5-13 for information about maintenance mode.
Maintenance
Button
Right Power
Switch
To place the switch in maintenance mode, do the following:
1.Isolate the switch from the fabric. Open a Telnet session, and enter the
Shutdown command. Refer to ”Shutdown Command” on page B-81.
2.Place both power supply switches in the Off position.
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3.Press and hold the Maintenance button with a pointed, then place one of the
To return to normal operation, power cycle the switch.
2.1.3
Chassis LEDs
The chassis LEDs shown in Figure 2-3 provide status information about switch
operation. Refer to ”Port LEDs” on page 2-5 for information about port LEDs.
Refer to ”Power Supplies” on page 2-9 for information about power supply LEDs.
2 – General Description
Chassis Controls and LEDs
power supply switches in the On position. You can release the Maintenance
button after the Input Power LED illuminates. When the switch is in
maintenance mode, the Heartbeat LED illuminates continuously. Refer to
”Chassis LEDs” on page 2-3 for information about the Input Power LED and
the Heartbeat LED.
Over Temperature LED
(Amber)
Fan Fail LED
(Amber)
Figure 2-3. Chassis LEDs
2.1.3.1
Over Temperature LED (Amber)
The Over Temperature LED provides status information about the air temperature
inside the switch. This LED illuminates to indicate that the switch logic circuitry is
overheating. Refer to Section 5 Diagnostics/Troubleshooting for information about
troubleshooting over temperature conditions.
Heartbeat LED
(Amber)
Input Power LED
(Green)
2.1.3.2
Fan Fail LED (Amber)
The Fan Fail LED indicates operational status of all fans. This LED illuminates if
the speed of any fan falls below the normal range. Removing a fan will not
illuminate the Fan Fail LED. Refer to Section 5 Diagnostics/Troubleshooting for
information about troubleshooting fan failure conditions.
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Fibre Channel Ports
2.1.3.3
Heartbeat LED (Amber)
The Heartbeat LED indicates the status of the internal switch processor and the
results of the Power On Self Test (POST). Following a normal power-up, the
Heartbeat LED blinks about once per second to indicate that the switch passed
the POST and that the internal switch processor is running. In maintenance mode,
the Heartbeat LED illuminates continuously. Refer to ”Heartbeat LED Blink
Patterns” on page 5-2 for more information about Heartbeat LED blink patterns.
2.1.3.4
Input Power LED (Green)
The Input Power LED indicates the voltage status at the switch logic circuitry.
During normal operation, this LED illuminates to indicate that the switch logic
circuitry is receiving the proper DC voltages.
2.2
Fibre Channel Ports
The SANbox2-16 switch has 16 Fibre Channel ports numbered 0–15 as shown in
Figure 2-4. Each of these ports is served by a Small Form-Factor Pluggable (SFP)
optical transceiver. The port LEDs are located to the right of their respective ports
and provide port login and activity status information. The ports self discover the
proper mode when connected to public devices and other switches.
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PortPort LEDs
Figure 2-4. Fibre Channel Ports
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2.2.1
Port LEDs
2 – General Description
Fibre Channel Ports
Each Fibre Channel port has its own Logged-In LED and Activity LED as shown in
Figure 2-5.
2.2.1.1
Port Logged-In LED
The Logged-in LED indicates the logged-in or initialization status of the connected
devices. After successful completion of the POST, the switch extinguishes all
Logged-In LEDs. Following a successful loop initialization or port login, the switch
illuminates the corresponding logged-in LED. This shows that the port is properly
connected and able to communicate with its attached devices. The Logged-In
LED remains illuminated as long as the port is initialized or logged in. If the port
connection is broken or an error occurs that disables the port, the Logged-In LED
will flash. Refer to ”Logged-In LED Indications” on page 5-6 for more information
about the Logged-In LED.
Logged-In LED
(Green)
Figure 2-5. Port LEDs
Activity LED
(Amber)
2.2.1.2
Port Activity LED
The Activity LED indicates that data is passing through the port. Each frame that
the port transmits or receives causes this LED to illuminate for 50 milliseconds.
This makes it possible to observe the transmission of a single frame. When
extending credits, the Activity LED for a donor port will reflect the traffic of the
recipient port. Refer to ”Distance” on page 3-4 for more information about
extended credits and donor ports.
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Fibre Channel Ports
2.2.2
Small Form-Factor Pluggable (SFP) Transceivers
An SFP transceiver, like the one shown in Figure 2-6, converts electrical signals to
and from optical laser signals to transmit and receive. SFP transceivers plug into
the ports; duplex fiber optic cables plug into the transceivers which then connect
to the devices. A port is capable of transmitting at 1-Gbps or 2-Gbps; however, the
transceiver must be capable of 2-Gbps for the port to deliver at that rate.
The SFP transceivers are hot pluggable. This means that you can remove or
install an SFP transceiver while the switch is operating without harming the switch
or the transceiver. However, communication with the connected device will be
interrupted. Refer to ”SFP Transceivers” on page 6-2 for information about
installing and removing SFP optical transceivers.
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2.2.3
Port Types
Figure 2-6. SFP Transceiver
SANbox2-16 switches support generic ports (G_Port, GL_Port), fabric ports
(F_Port, FL_Port), and expansion ports (E_Port). Switches come from the factory
with all ports configured as GL_Ports. Generic, fabric, and expansion ports
function as follows:
A GL_Port self-configures as an FL_Port when connected to a public loop
device, as an F_Port when connected to a single public device, or as an
E_Port when connected to another FC-SW-2 compliant switch.
A G_Port self-configures as an F_Port when connected to a single public
device, or as an E_Port when connected to another FC-SW-2 compliant
switch.
An FL_Port supports a loop of up to 126 public devices. An FL_Port can also
configure itself during the fabric login process as an F_Port when connected
to a single public device (N_Port).
An F_Port supports a single public device. If the device is a single device on
a loop, the GL_Port will attempt to configure first as an F_Port, then if that
fails, as an FL_Port.
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E_Ports enable you to expand the fabric by connecting SANbox2-16 switches with
other FC-SW-2 compliant switches. SANbox2-16 switches self-discover all
inter-switch connections. Refer to ”Multiple Chassis Fabrics” on page 3-6 for more
information about multiple chassis fabrics. Refer to the SANbox2-8c/16 Switch Management User’s Guide for more information about defining port types.
2.3
Ethernet Port
The Ethernet port shown in Figure 2-7 is an RJ-45 connector that provides a
connection to a management workstation through a 10/100 Base-T Ethernet
cable. A management workstation can be a Windows®, Solaris™, or a Linux®,
workstation that is used to configure and manage the switch fabric. You can
manage the switch over an Ethernet connection using SANsurfer Switch
Manager, the Command Line Interface (CLI), or SNMP. The switch through which
the fabric is managed is called the fabric management switch.
2 – General Description
Ethernet Port
RJ-45 Ethernet Port
Figure 2-7. Ethernet Port
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Serial Port
2.4
Serial Port
The SANbox2-16 switch is equipped with an RS-232 serial port for maintenance
purposes. The serial port location is shown in Figure 2-8. You can manage the
switch through the serial port using the CLI.
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1
6
Serial Port
5
9
Figure 2-8. Serial Port and Pin Identification
The serial port connector requires a null-modem F/F DB9 cable. The pins on the
switch RS-232 connector are shown in Figure 2-8 and identified in Table 2-1.
Refer to ”Connect the Workstation to the Switch” on page 4-6 for information
about connecting the management workstation through the serial port.
Table 2-1. Serial Port Pin Identification
Pin NumberDescription
1Carrier Detect (DCD)
2Receive Data (RxD)
3Transmit Data (TxD)
4Data Terminal Ready (DTR)
5Signal Ground (GND)
6Data Set Ready (DSR)
7Request to Send (RTS)
8Clear to Send (CTS)
9Ring Indicator (RI)
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2.5
Power Supplies
The power supplies convert standard 110 or 230 VAC to DC voltages for the
various switch circuits. Each power supply has an AC power receptacle, an On/Off
switch, and two status LEDs as shown in Figure 2-9. After connecting a power
supply to an AC voltage source and placing the power switch in the On position,
the power supply is energized and DC voltage is delivered to the switch logic
circuitry. Refer to Section 6 Removal/Replacement for information about replacing
a power supply.
2 – General Description
Power Supplies
Over Temperature LED
(Amber)
AC Power
Receptacle
Output Power LED
(Green)
On/Off Switch
Figure 2-9. Power Supply Components
Each power supply is capable of providing all of the switch’s power needs. During
normal operation, each power supply provides half of the demand. If one power
supply goes offline, the second power supply steps up and provides the
difference.
The power supplies are hot swappable and interchangeable. Hot swappable
means that you can remove and replace one power supply while the switch is in
operation without disrupting service.
Each power supply has two status LEDs: an Output Power LED (green) and an
Over Temperature LED (amber):
The Output Power LED illuminates to indicate that the power supply is
producing DC voltage at the proper levels.
The Over Temperature LED illuminates to indicate that the power supply is
overheating. When a power supply overheats, the switch extinguishes the
Output Power LED and shuts down the power supply. Refer to
Section 5 Diagnostics/Troubleshooting for information about troubleshooting
over temperature conditions.
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Fans
2.6
Fans
The switch is equipped with two fans as shown in Figure 2-10. If one fan should
fail, the other fan is capable of providing the necessary cooling until the failed fan
can be replaced. The fans are hot swappable and interchangeable. Air flow can
be front-to-back or back-to-front depending on the switch model. Refer to ”Fans”
on page 6-4 for information about removing fans, replacing the fans, and air flow
direction.
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Fans
2.7
Switch Management
The switch supports the following management tools:
SANsurfer Switch Manager is a workstation-based Java® application that
provides a graphical user interface for fabric management. This includes
SANsurfer Performance Viewer which graphs port performance. SANsurfer
Switch Manager can run on a Windows, Solaris, or Linux workstation. A
management workstation connects to the fabric through the Ethernet port of one
or more switches and can provide in-band management for all other switches in
the fabric. Refer to the SANbox2-8c/16 Switch Management User’s Guide for
information about the SANsurfer Switch Manager application and its use.
Figure 2-10. Fans
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2.7.2
SANsurfer Switch Manager Web Applet
To make switch management less dependent on a particular workstation, each
switch contains a SANsurfer Switch Manager web applet. One instance of the web
applet can be run at a time by opening the switch IP address with an internet
browser. The switch comes from the factory with the web applet enabled, but you
can disable it using the EmbeddedGUIEnabled parameter of the Set Setup
System command. An inactivity timeout can also be set. Refer to ”Set Setup
Command” on page B-49 for more information.
The applet possesses the same features as the workstation-based version with
the following exceptions:
Extended Credits wizard
Zoning Wizard
SANsurfer Performance Viewer
Condensed online help
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Switch Management
2.7.3
Command Line Interface
The command line interface (CLI) provides monitoring and configuration functions
by which the administrator can manage the fabric and its switches. The CLI is
available over an Ethernet connection or a serial connection. Refer to
Appendix B Command Line Interface for more information.
The SANsurfer Switch Manager API enables an application provider to build a
management application for QLogic switches. The library is implemented in ANSI
standard C, relying only on standard POSIX run-time libraries (except for the
Windows NT build). Contact your distributor or authorized reseller for information
about the SANsurfer Switch Manager API.
2.7.5
Simple Network Management Protocol
SNMP provides monitoring and trap functions for the fabric. SANbox2 firmware
supports SNMP versions 1 and 2, the Fibre Alliance Management Information
Base (FA-MIB) version 4.0, and the Fabric Element Management Information
Base (FE-MIB) RFC 2837. Traps can be formatted using SNMP version 1 or 2.
Refer to the SANbox/SANbox2 Simple Network Management Protocol Reference Guide for more information about using SNMP.
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Switch Management
2.7.6
File Transfer Protocol
FTP provides the command line interface for exchanging files between the switch
and the management workstation. These files include firmware image files,
configuration files, and log files. ”Backing up and Restoring Switch Configurations”
on page B-3 provides an example of using FTP to transfer configuration files.
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3.1
Devices
Section 3
Planning
Consider the following when planning a fabric:
Devices
Device access
Performance
Multiple chassis fabrics
Fabric security
Fabric management
When planning a fabric, consider the number of devices and the anticipated
demand. This will determine the number of ports that are needed and the number
of switches. Consider how many and what types of switches are needed.
The switch uses SFP optical transceivers, but the device host bus adapters you
are using may not. Consider whether the device adapters use SFP transceivers or
Gigabit Interface Converters (GBIC), and choose fiber optic cables accordingly.
Use LC-type cable connectors for SFP transceivers and SC-type cable
connectors for GBIC transceivers.
SANbox2 switches support public initiator and target devices. Consider the
distribution of target and initiator devices. An F_Port supports a single public
device. An FL_Port can support up to 126 public devices in an arbitrated loop.
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3.2
Device Access
Consider device access needs within the fabric. Access is controlled by the use of
zones and zone sets. Some zoning strategies include the following:
Group devices by operating systems.
Separate devices that have no need to communicate with other devices in
Separate devices into department, administrative, or other functional group.
Reserve a path and its bandwidth from one port to another.
A zone is a named group of devices that can communicate with each other.
Membership in a zone can be defined by switch domain ID and port number, port
Fibre Channel address, or by device worldwide name (WWN). Devices can
communicate only with devices that are within the same zone. A zone can be a
member of more than one zone set. Several zone sets can be defined for a fabric,
but only one zone set can be active at one time. The active zone set determines
the current fabric zoning.
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the fabric or have classified data.
A zoning database is maintained on each switch consisting of all inactive zone
sets, the active zone set, all zones, aliases, and their membership. Tab le 3- 1
describes the zoning database limits, excluding the active zone set. Refer to the
SANbox2-8c/16 Switch Management User’s Guide for more information about
zoning.
Table 3-1. Zoning Database Limits
LimitDescription
MaxZoneSetsMaximum number of zone sets (256).
MaxZonesMaximum number of zones (1000).
MaxAliasesMaximum number of aliases (2500).
MaxTotalMembersMaximum number of zone and alias members (10000)
that can be stored in the switch’s zoning database.
MaxZonesInZoneSetsMaximum number of zones that are components of
zone sets (1000), excluding the orphan zone set, that
can be stored in the switch’s zoning database. Each
instance of a zone in a zone set counts toward this
maximum.
MaxMembersPerZoneMaximum number of members in a zone (2000)
MaxMembersPerAliasMaximum number of members in an alias (2000)
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3.2.1
Soft Zones
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Device Access
Soft zoning divides the fabric for purposes of controlling device discovery. Devices
in the same soft zone automatically discover and communicate freely with all
other members of the same zone. The soft zone boundary is not secure; traffic
across soft zones can occur if addressed correctly. The following rules apply to
soft zones:
Soft zones that include members from multiple switches need not include
the ports of the inter-switch links.
Soft zone boundaries yield to ACL zone boundaries.
Soft zones can overlap; that is, a port can be a member of more than one
soft zone.
Membership can be defined by Fibre Channel address, domain ID and port
number, or worldwide name.
Soft zoning supports FL_Ports and F_Ports.
3.2.2
Access Control List Hard Zones
Access Control List (ACL) zoning divides the fabric for purposes of controlling
discovery and inbound traffic. ACL zoning is a type of hard zoning that is
hardware enforced. This type of zoning is useful for controlling access to certain
devices without totally isolating them from the fabric. Members can communicate
with each other and transmit outside the ACL zone, but cannot receive inbound
traffic from outside the zone. The following rules apply to ACL zones:
The ACL zone boundary is secure against inbound traffic.
ACL zones can overlap; that is, a port can be a member of more than one
ACL zone.
ACL zones that include members from multiple switches need not include
the ports of the inter-switch links.
ACL zone boundaries supersede soft zone boundaries.
Membership can be defined only by domain ID and port ID. A switch port
can be a member of multiple ACL zones whose combined membership does
not exceed 128.
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Performance
3.3
Performance
The SANbox2-16 switch supports class 2 and class 3 Fibre Channel service at
transmission rates of 1-Gbps or 2-Gbps with a maximum frame size of 2148
bytes. A port can transmit or receive at 1-Gbps or 2-Gbps depending on the
device to which it is connected. The port discovers the transmission speed prior to
login when the connected device powers up. Related performance characteristics
include the following:
Distance
Bandwidth
Latency
3.3.1
Distance
Consider the physical distribution of devices and switches in the fabric. Choose
SFP transceivers that are compatible with the cable type, distance, Fibre Channel
revision level, and the device host bus adapter. Refer to
Appendix A Specifications for more information about cable types and SFP
transceivers.
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Each port is supported by a data buffer with a 12 credit capacity; that is, 12
maximum sized frames. For fibre optic cables, this enables full bandwidth over a
distance of 20 kilometers at 1-Gbps (0.6 credits/Km), or 10 kilometers at 2-Gbps
(1.2 credits/Km). Beyond this distance, however, there is some loss of efficiency
because the transmitting port must wait for an acknowledgement before sending
the next frame.
Longer distances can be spanned at full bandwidth by extending credits on
G_Ports and F_Ports. Each port can donate 11 credits to a pool from which a
recipient port can borrow. For example, you can configure a recipient port to
borrow up to 66 credits from 6 ports for a total of 78 credits. This will support
communication over approximately 130 Km at 1 Gbps (78÷0.6) or 65 Km at 2
Gbps (78÷1.2).
You can configure recipient and donor ports using SANsurfer Switch Manager or
the Set Config command. Refer to ”Set Config Command” on page B-33 for more
information.
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3.3.2
Bandwidth
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Performance
Bandwidth is a measure of the volume of data that can be transmitted at a given
transmission rate. A port can transmit or receive at 1-Gbps or 2-Gbps depending
on the device to which it is connected. The switch supports all transmission rate
combinations as shown in Tab le 3 -2 .
Table 3-2. Port-to-Port Transmission Combinations
Source Port RateDestination Port RateMaximum Bandwdith
1-Gbps1-Gbps100 MB
1-Gbps2-Gbps100 MB
1-Gbps x 2 ports2-Gbps 200 MB
2-Gbps1-Gbps x 2 ports
2-Gbps2-Gbps200 MB
1
Bandwidth will be less for larger sequence sizes.
100 MB each port
1
3.3.3
Latency
In multiple chassis fabrics, each link between chassis contributes 100 or 200
megabytes of bandwidth between those chassis. When additional bandwidth is
needed between devices, increase the number of links between the connecting
switches. The switch guarantees in-order-delivery with any number of links
between chassis.
Latency is a measure of how fast a frame travels from one port to another. The
factors that affect latency include transmission rate and the source/destination
port relationship as shown in Tab le 3- 3.
Table 3-3. Port-to-Port Latency
Source/Destination RatesSame Switch I
1-Gbps – 1-Gbps< 1 µsec
2-Gbps – 2-Gbps< 0.4 µsec
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3.4
Multiple Chassis Fabrics
By connecting switches together you can expand the number of available ports for
devices. Each switch in the fabric is identified by a unique domain ID, and the
fabric will automatically resolve domain ID conflicts. Because the Fibre Channel
ports are self-configuring, you can connect SANbox2-16 and other FC-SW-2
compliant switches together in a wide variety of topologies.
3.4.1
Optimizing Device Performance
When choosing a topology for a multiple chassis fabric, you should also consider
the locality of your server and storage devices and the performance requirements
of your application. Storage applications such as video distribution, medical record
storage/retrieval or real-time data acquisition can have specific latency or
bandwidth requirements. Refer to ”Performance” on page 3-4 for information
about latency and bandwidth. However, the highest performance is achieved on
Fibre Channel switches by keeping traffic within a single switch instead of relying
on ISLs. Therefore, for optimal device performance place devices on the same
switch under the following conditions:
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Heavy I/O traffic between specific server and storage devices.
Distinct speed mismatch between devices such as the following:
A 2-Gbps server and a slower 1-Gbps storage device
A high performance server and slow tape storage device
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3.4.2
Domain ID, Principal Priority, and Domain ID Lock
The following switch configuration settings affect multiple chassis fabrics:
Domain ID
Principal priority
Domain ID lock
The domain ID is a unique number from 1–239 that identifies each switch in a
fabric. The principal priority is a number (1–255) that determines the principal
switch which manages domain ID assignments for the fabric. The switch with the
highest principal priority (1 is high, 255 is low) becomes the principal switch. If the
principal priority is the same for all switches in a fabric, the switch with the lowest
WWN becomes the principal switch.
The domain ID lock allows (False) or prevents (True) the reassignment of the
domain ID on that switch. Switches come from the factory with the domain ID set
to 1, the domain ID lock set to False, and the principal priority set to 254. Refer to
the SANbox2-8c/16 Switch Management User’s Guide for information about
changing the domain ID and domain ID lock using SANsurfer Switch Manager.
Refer to the ”Set Config Command” on page B-33 for information about changing
the default domain ID, domain ID lock, and principal priority parameters.
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An unresolved domain ID conflict means that the switch with the higher WWN will
isolate as a separate fabric, and the Logged-In LEDs on both switches will flash
green to show the affected ports. If you connect a new switch to an existing fabric
with its domain ID unlocked, and a domain ID conflict occurs, the new switch will
isolate as a separate fabric. However, you can remedy this by resetting the new
switch or taking it offline then back online. The principal switch will reassign the
domain ID and the switch will join the fabric.
Note:Domain ID reassignment is not reflected in zoning that is defined by
domain ID/port number pair or Fibre Channel address. You must
reconfigure zones that are affected by domain ID reassignment. To
prevent zoning definitions from becoming invalid under these
conditions, lock the domain IDs using SANsurfer Switch Manager or
the Set Config Switch command.
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3.4.3
Common Topologies
The SANbox2-16 switch supports three commonly used fabric topologies:
Cascade
Mesh
Multistage®
3.4.3.1
Cascade Topology
A cascade topology describes a fabric in which the switches are connected in
series. If you connect the last switch back to the first switch, you create a
cascade-with-a-loop topology as shown in Figure 3-1. The loop reduces latency
because any switch can route traffic in the shortest direction to any switch in the
loop. The loop also provides failover should a switch fail.
The cascade fabric shown in Figure 3-1 has the following characteristics:
Each chassis link contributes up to 200 MB/s of bandwidth between chassis,
400 MB/s in full duplex. However, because of the sequential structure, that
bandwidth will be shared by traffic between devices on other chassis.
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Latency between any two ports is no more than two chassis hops.
48 Fibre Channel ports are available for devices.
Figure 3-1. Cascade-with-a-Loop Topology
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3.4.3.2
Mesh Topology
A mesh topology describes a fabric in which each chassis has at least one port
directly connected to each other chassis in the fabric. The example mesh fabric
shown in Figure 3-2 has the following characteristics:
Each link contributes up to 200 MB/s of bandwidth between switches, 400
Latency between any two device ports is one chassis hop.
40 Fibre Channel ports are available for devices.
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MB/s in full duplex. Because of multiple parallel paths, there is less
competition for this bandwidth than with a cascade or a Multistage topology.
Figure 3-2. Mesh Topology
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3.4.3.3
Multistage Topology
A Multistage topology describes a fabric in which two or more edge switches
connect to one or more core switches. Each additional core switch increases the
bandwidth to each edge switch by 200 MB/s. The Multistage fabric shown in
Figure 3-3 has the following characteristics:
Each link contributes up to 200 MB/s of bandwidth between chassis.
Competition for this bandwidth is less than that of a cascade topology, but
greater than that of the mesh topology.
Latency between any two device ports is no more than two chassis hops.
52 Fibre Channel ports are available for devices
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Core Switch
Edge Switch
Edge Switch
Edge Switch
Figure 3-3. Multistage Topology
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3.5
Fabric Security
Fabric security consists of the following:
User account security
Fabric services
3.5.1
User Account Security
User account security consists of the administration of account names,
passwords, expiration date, and authority level. If an account has Admin authority,
all management tasks can be performed by that account in both SANsurfer Switch
Manager and the Command Line Interface. Otherwise only monitoring tasks are
available. The default account name, Admin, is the only account that can
administer user accounts. Consider your management needs and determine the
number of user accounts, their authority needs, and expiration dates.
Account names and passwords are always required when connecting to a switch
through Telnet. However, SANsurfer Switch Manager does not authenticate
account names when opening a fabric unless user authentication is enabled. User
authentication is disabled by default and can be changed using the Set Setup
System command. Refer to the ”Set Setup Command” on page B-49 for more
information. User authentication must be configured the same for all switches in
the fabric. If user authentication is disabled, SANsurfer Switch Manager ignores
the account name and password entries and logs you in with the default account
name and password (admin, password). Consider your user accounts and
determine whether user authentication is necessary.
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Fabric Security
3.5.2
Fabric Services
Fabric services include security-related functions such as inband management
and SNMP. Inband management is the ability to manage switches across
inter-switch links using SANsurfer Switch Manager, SNMP, management server,
or the application programming interface. The switch comes from the factory with
inband management enabled. If you disable inband management on a particular
switch, you can no longer communicate with that switch by means other than a
direct Ethernet or serial connection.
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Fabric Management
You can also enable or disable the Simple Network Management Protocol
(SNMP). SNMP is the protocol governing network management and monitoring of
network devices. SNMP security consists of a read community string and a write
community string, that are the passwords that control read and write access to the
switch. The read community string ("public") and write community string ("private")
are set at the factory to these well-known defaults and should be changed if
SNMP is enabled. If SNMP is enabled (default) and the read and write community
strings have not been changed from their defaults, you risk unwanted access to
the switch. SNMP is enabled by default. Consider how you want to manage the
fabric and what switches you do not want managed or monitored through other
switches.
3.6
Fabric Management
The SANsurfer Switch Manager application and CLI execute on a management
workstation that provides for the configuration, control, and maintenance of
multiple fabrics. Supported platforms include Windows, Solaris, and Linux. The
application can be installed and executed on the workstation, or you can run the
SANsurfer Switch Manager web applet that is resident on the switch.
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Consider how many fabrics will be managed, how many management
workstations are needed, and whether the fabrics will be managed with the CLI,
SANsurfer Switch Manager, or the SANsurfer Switch Manager web applet.
A switch supports a combined maximum of 19 logins reserved as follows:
4 logins or sessions for internal applications such as management server
and SNMP
9 high priority Telnet sessions
6 logins or sessions for SANsurfer Switch Manager inband and out-of-band
logins, Application Programming Interface (API) inband and out-of-band
logins, and Telnet logins. Additional logins will be refused.
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Installation
This section describes how to install and configure the SANbox2-16 switch. It also
describes how to load new firmware and how to recover a disabled switch.
4.1
Site Requirements
Consider the following items when installing a SANbox2-16 switch:
Fabric management workstation
Power requirements
Environmental conditions
4.1.1
Fabric Management Workstation
The requirements for fabric management workstations running SANsurfer Switch
Manager are described in Table 4-1:
Table 4-1. Management Workstation Requirements
Operating System
Memory256 MB or more
Disk Space150 MB per installation
Processor500 MHz or faster
Hardware
Internet BrowserMicrosoft® Internet Explorer® 5.0 or later
Telnet workstations require an RJ-45 Ethernet port or an RS-232 serial port and
an operating system with a Telnet client.
4.1.2
Windows® NT 4.0/2000/2003
Linux® 7.2 Red Hat®, Gnome™ 1.4
Solaris™ 2.8/2.9, CDE
CD-ROM drive,
Netscape Navigator® 4.72 and later
Mozilla™ 1.02 and later
Switch Power Requirements
Power requirements are 1.9 Amp at 120 VAC or 0.95 Amps at 240 VAC.
RJ-45 Ethernet port, RS-232 serial port (optional)
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4.1.3
Environmental Conditions
Consider the factors that affect the climate in your facility such as equipment heat
dissipation and ventilation. The switch requires the following operating conditions:
Operating temperature range: 10° – 40° C (50°– 104°F)
Relative humidity: 25 – 80%, non-condensing
4.2
Installing a Switch
Unpack the switch and accessories. The SANbox2-16 product is shipped with the
components shown in Figure 4-1:
SANbox2-16 Fibre Channel Switch (1) with firmware installed
Power cords (2)
Rubber feet (4)
Rack mount brackets (2)
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CD-ROM containing the SANsurfer Switch Manager switch management
application, release notes, and documentation.
Figure 4-1. SANbox2-16 Fibre Channel Switch
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Installing a SANbox2-16 switch involves the following steps:
1.Mount the switch.
2.Install SFP transceivers.
3.Connect the management workstation to the switch.
4.Configure the management workstation.
5.Install the SANsurfer Switch Manager application.
6.Start the SANsurfer Switch Manager application.
7.Connect the switch to the AC power source.
8.Configure the switch.
9.Cable devices to the switch.
4.2.1
Mount the Switch
The switch can be placed on a flat surface and stacked or mounted in a 19” EIA
rack. The top of each chassis has dimples to receive the rubber feet of a second
chassis stacked on top. Without the rubber feet, the switch occupies 1U of space
in an EIA rack. Mounting rails are required for rack installation and are available
through QLogic Corporation.
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WARNING!!
AVERTISSEMENT!!
WARNUNG!!
Mount switches in the rack so that the weight is distributed
evenly. An unevenly loaded rack can become unstable possibly
resulting in equipment damage or personal injury.
Installer les commutateurs dans l’armoire informatique de sorte
que le poids soit réparti uniformément. Une armoire informatique
déséquilibré risque d'entraîner des blessures ou d'endommager
l'équipement.
Switches so in das Rack einbauen, dass das Gewicht
gleichmäßig verteilt ist. Ein Rack mit ungleichmäßiger
Gewichtsverteilung kann schwanken/umfallen und
Gerätbeschädigung oder Verletzung verursachen.
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CAUTION!
When mounting the switch in a rack, ensure that the 19-inch rack meets the
following standard specifications:
ANSI/EIA RS-230 Standard, entitled Cabinets, Racks, Panels, and
Associated Equipment
If the switch is mounted in a closed or multi-unit rack
assembly, make sure that the operating temperature inside the
rack enclosure does not exceed the maximum rated ambient
temperature. Refer to ”Environmental” on page A-4.
The switch must rest on rails or a shelf in the rack or cabinet.
Allow 16 cm (6.5 in) minimum clearance at the front and rear of
the rack for service access and ventilation.
Do not restrict chassis air flow. Allow 16 cm (6.5 in) minimum
clearance at the front and rear of the rack for service access and
ventilation.
Multiple rack-mounted units connected to the AC supply
circuit may overload that circuit or overload the AC supply
wiring. Consider the power source capacity and the total power
usage of all switches on the circuit. Refer to ”Electrical” on
page A-3.
Reliable grounding in the rack must be maintained from the
switch chassis to the AC power source.
MIL-STD- 189, entitled Racks, Electrical Equipment, 19-Inch and Associated
Panels
The brackets shown in Figure 4-2 are provided with the switch so that the switch
can be secured on a shelf. The brackets alone are not designed to support the
weight of the switch.
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Figure 4-2. Installing Rack Mount Brackets
4.2.2
Install SFP Transceivers
The switch has been validated with transceivers that support a variety of
interconnection media. To install, insert the transceiver into the port and gently
press until it snaps in place. To remove a transceiver, gently press the transceiver
into the port to release the tension, then pull on the release tab or lever and
remove the transceiver. Different transceiver manufacturers have different release
mechanisms. Consult the documentation for your transceiver.
Note:The SFP transceiver will fit only one way. If the SFP does not install
under gentle pressure, flip it over and try again.
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4.2.3
Connect the Workstation to the Switch
You can manage the switch using SANsurfer Switch Manager or the command
line interface. SANsurfer Switch Manager requires an Ethernet connection to the
switch. The command line interface can use an Ethernet connection or a serial
connection. Choose a switch management method, then connect the
management workstation to the switch in one of the following ways:
Indirect Ethernet connection from the management workstation to the switch
RJ-45 Ethernet connector through an Ethernet switch or a hub. This requires
a 10/100 Base-T straight cable as shown in Figure 4-3. With this method,
you can manage the switch with the SANsurfer Switch Manager application
or Command Line Interface.
Direct Ethernet connection from the management workstation to the switch
RJ-45 Ethernet connector. This requires a 10/100 Base-T cross-over cable
as shown in Figure 4-3. With this method, you can manage the switch with
the SANsurfer Switch Manager application or Command Line Interface.
Serial port connection from the management workstation to the switch
RS-232 serial port connector. This requires a null modem F/F DB9 cable as
shown in Figure 4-3. With this method, you can manage the switch with
Command Line Interface.
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RJ-45 Connection
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RJ-45 Connection
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Installing a Switch
Configure the Workstation
If you plan to use the command line interface to configure and manage the switch,
you must configure the workstation. This involves setting the workstation IP
address for Ethernet connections, or configuring the workstation serial port. If you
plan to use SANsurfer Switch Manager to manage the switch, the Configuration
Wizard manages the workstation IP address for you – proceed to ”Install
SANsurfer Switch Manager” on page 4-9.
4.2.4.1
Setting the Workstation IP Address for Ethernet Connections
The default IP address of a new switch is 10.0.0.1. Many workstations must be
configured to communicate with the 10.0.0 subnet.
For a Windows workstation, do the following:
1.Choose the Start button. Choose Settings>Control Panel>Network
and Dial-Up Connections.
2.Choose Make New Connection.
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3.Click the Connect to a private network through the Internet radio
button then click the Next button.
4.Enter 10.0.0.253 for the IP address.
For a Linux or Solaris workstation, open a command window and enter the
following command where (interface) is your interface name:
iconfig (interface) ipaddress 10.0.0.253 netmask 255.255.255.0 up
4.2.4.2
Configuring the Workstation Serial Port
To configure the workstation serial port, do the following:
1.Connect a null modem F/F DB9 cable from a COM port on the management
workstation to the RS-232 serial port on the switch.
2.Configure the workstation serial port according to your platform:
For Windows:
a.Open the HyperTerminal application on a Windows platform.
Choose the Start button, select Programs, Accessories, HyperTerminal, and HyperTerminal.
b.Enter a name for the switch connection and choose an icon in the
Connection Description window. Choose the OK button.
c.Select the COM port in the Connect To window and choose the
OK button.
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d.Enter the following COM Port settings in the COM Properties
window and choose the OK button.
Bits per second: 9600
Data Bits: 8
Parity: None
Stop Bits: 1
Flow Control: None
For Linux:
a.Set up minicom to use the serial port. Create or modify the
/etc/minirc.dfl file with the following content:
pr portdev/ttyS0
pu minit
pu mreset
pu mhangup
pr portdev/ttyS0 specifies port 0 on the workstation.
Choose "pr" setting to match the workstation port to which you
connected the switch.
b.Verify that all users have permission to run minicom. Review the
/etc/minicom.users file and confirm that the line "ALL" exists or
that there are specific user entries.
For Solaris: Modify the /etc/remote file to include the following lines.
/dev/term/a refers to serial port a. Choose the "dv" setting to match the
workstation port to which you connected to the switch.
3.Proceed to ”Connect the Switch to AC Power” on page 4-14.
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4.2.5
Install SANsurfer Switch Manager
If your switch was shipped with a SANsurfer Management Suite™ Disk, use one
of the following to install SANsurfer Management Suite on a Windows, Linux, or
Solaris workstation.
4.2.5.1 SANsurfer Management Suite Disk - Windows Installation
4.2.5.2 SANsurfer Management Suite Disk - Linux Installation
4.2.5.3 SANsurfer Management Suite Disk - Solaris Installation
If your switch was shipped with a SANsurfer Switch Manager Installation Disk, use
one of the following to install SANsurfer Switch Manager on a Windows, Linux, or
Solaris workstation:
4.2.5.4 SANsurfer Switch Manager Installation Disk - Windows Installation
4.2.5.5 SANsurfer Switch Manager Installation Disk - Linux Installation
4.2.5.6 SANsurfer Switch Manager Installation Disk - Solaris Installation
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Refer to the SANbox2-8c/16 Switch Management User’s Guide for more
information about using, exiting, and uninstalling SANsurfer Management Suite
and SANsurfer Switch Manager.
4.2.5.1
SANsurfer Management Suite Disk - Windows Installation
To install the SANsurfer Switch Manager application on Windows from the
SANsurfer Management Suite Disk, do the following:
1.Close all programs currently running, and insert the SANsurfer Management
Suite Disk into the management workstation CD-ROM drive. If the
SANsurfer Management Suite start page does not open in your default
browser, do the following:
a.Using Windows Explorer, double-click the drive letter which contains
the SANsurfer Management Suite Disk.
b.Locate and double-click the Start_Here.htm file to open the SANsurfer
Management Suite start page in your default browser.
2.On the SANsurfer Management Suite start page, click the SANbox Switch Software button.
3.On the SANbox® Switch Software page, scroll to the SANbox2 Series area.
4.In the Operating System column, click the Win NT/2000 link.
5.Click the SANsurfer Management Software link to open the File Download
dialog.
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6.You have a choice of running the installation file from the CD-ROM or
downloading the installation file to your hard drive. Choose one of the
following:
Open the installation file from the CD-ROM and follow the SANsurfer
Switch Manager installation instructions.
Specify a location in which to save the
sansurfer_windows_install.exe file, and click the Save button.
Double-click the saved sansurfer_windows_install.exe file and
follow the installation instructions.
4.2.5.2
SANsurfer Management Suite Disk - Linux Installation
To install the SANsurfer Switch Manager application on Linux from the SANsurfer
Management Suite Disk, do the following:
1.Insert the SANsurfer Management Suite Disk into the management
workstation CD-ROM drive. If a file browser dialog opens showing icons for
the contents of the CD-ROM, double-click the Start_Here.htm file to open
the SANsurfer Management Suite start page. If a file browser does not open,
double-click the CD-ROM icon to open the browser. If there is no CD-ROM
icon, do the following:
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a.Open an xterm or other terminal window.
b.Mount the CD-ROM. From a shell prompt, enter the following
command:
mount /mnt/cdrom
c.Execute your web browser to view the Start_Here.htm document
using one of the following commands:
mozilla file:/mnt/cdrom/Start_Here.htm
or
netscape file:/mnt/cdrom/Start_Here.htm
d.The SANsurfer Management Suite start page opens in your browser.
2.On the SANsurfer Management Suite start page, click the SANbox Switch Software button.
3.On the SANbox Switch Software page, scroll to the SANbox2 Series area.
4.In the Operating System column, click the Linux link.
5.Click the SANsurfer Management Software link to open the File Download
dialog.
6.Enter a path name to save the sansurfer_linux_install.bin file, and click
the Save button.
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7.Open a terminal window for the directory in which the
sansurfer_linux_install.bin file was saved, and make the file executable.
chmod +x sansurfer_linux_install.bin
8.Execute the install program:
./sansurfer_linux_install.bin
9.Follow the installation instructions.
4.2.5.3
SANsurfer Management Suite Disk - Solaris Installation
To install the SANsurfer application on Solaris from the SANsurfer Management
Suite CD-ROM, do the following:
1.Insert the SANsurfer Management Suite Disk into the management
workstation CD-ROM drive. If the SANsurfer Management Suite start page
does not open in your default browser, do the following:
a.Right-click the Workspace Menu.
b.Select File, then select File Manager.
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c.In File Manager, double-click the CD-ROM folder, and then
double-click the Sansurfer folder.
d.In the Sansurfer folder, double-click the Start_Here.htm file to open
the SANsurfer Management Suite start page in your default browser.
2.On the SANsurfer Management Suite start page, click the SANbox Switch Software button.
3.On the SANbox Switch Software page, scroll to the SANbox2 Series area.
4.In the Operating System column, click the Solaris SPARC link.
5.Click the SANsurfer Management Software link to open the Save As
dialog.
6.Enter a path name to save the sansurfer_solaris_install.bin file and click
the Save button.
7.Open a terminal window for the directory in which the
sansurfer_solaris_install.bin file was saved, and enter the following:
chmod +x sansurfer_solaris_install.bin
8.Execute the install program:
./sansurfer_solaris_install.bin
9.Follow the installation instructions.
Note: If you download SANsurfer Management Suite from a server, be sure
the downloaded file has execute permission before installing.
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SANsurfer Switch Manager Installation Disk - Windows Installation
To install the SANsurfer Switch Manager application on Windows from the
SANsurfer Switch Manager Installation Disk, do the following:
1.Close all programs currently running, and insert the SANsurfer Switch
Manager Installation Disk into the management workstation CD-ROM drive.
2.Using Windows Explorer, double-click the drive letter which contains the
SANsurfer Switch Manager Installation Disk.
3.Double click the Switch_Manager folder, then double click the Windows
folder.
4.Double click the executable file and follow the SANsurfer Switch Manager
installation instructions.
4.2.5.5
SANsurfer Switch Manager Installation Disk - Linux Installation
To install the SANsurfer Switch Manager application on Linux from the SANsurfer
Switch Manager Installation Disk, do the following:
1.Insert the SANsurfer Switch Manager Installation Disk into the management
workstation CD-ROM drive. If a file browser does not open, double-click the
CD-ROM icon to open the browser. Double click the Switch_Manager folder,
then double click the Linux folder. If there is no CD-ROM icon, do the
following:
a.Open an xterm or other terminal window.
b.Mount the CD-ROM. From a shell prompt, enter the following
command:
mount /mnt/cdrom
c.Change directory to location of the install program:
cd /mnt/cdrom/Switch_Manager/Linux
2.Using File Manager, double-click the drive letter which contains the
SANsurfer Switch Manager Installation Disk.
3.Double click the Switch_Manager folder, then double click the Linux folder.
4.Double click the executable file and follow the SANsurfer Switch Manager
installation instructions.
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SANsurfer Switch Manager Installation Disk - Solaris Installation
To install the SANsurfer Switch Manager application on Solaris from the
SANsurfer Switch Manager Installation Disk, do the following:
1.Insert the SANsurfer Switch Manager Installation Disk into the management
workstation CD-ROM drive.
2.Open a terminal window. If the disk isn’t already mounted, enter the
following command:
volcheck
3.Move to the directory on the disk that contains the executable. Enter the
following command:
cd cdrom/cdrom0/Switch_Manager/solaris
4.Run the executable and follow the SANsurfer Switch Manager installation
instructions. Enter the following command:
pkgadd -d sol_pkg
4.2.6
Start SANsurfer Switch Manager
You can start SANsurfer Switch Manager from SANsurfer Management Suite or
as a standalone application.
To start SANsurfer Switch Manager from SANsurfer Management Suite, do
the following.
1.Start the SANsurfer Management Suite application using one of the
following methods:
For Windows, double-click the SANsurfer shortcut, or select
SANsurfer from Start menu, depending on how you installed the
SANsurfer application. From a command line, enter the following
command:
<install_directory>\SANsurfer.exe
For Linux or Solaris enter the SANsurfer command:
<install_directory>/SANsurfer
2.From the SANsurfer Management Suite home page, click the
SANsurfer Switch Manager button.
3.In the Initial Start dialog, click the Open Configuration Wizard button.
When you power up the switch, the Configuration Wizard will
recognize the switch and lead you through the configuration process.
To start SANsurfer Switch Manager as a standalone application, do the
following.
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1.Start the SANsurfer Switch Manager using one of the following
methods:
For Windows, double-click the SANsurfer Switch Manager
shortcut, or select SANsurfer Switch Manager from Start menu,
depending on how you installed the SANsurfer Switch Manager
application. From a command line, you can enter the
SANsurferSwitchManager command:
<install_directory>SANsurferSwitchManager.exe
For Linux or Solaris, enter the SANsurferSwitchManager
command:
<install_directory>SANsurferSwitchManager
To open the SANsurfer Switch Manager web applet, enter the
switch IP address in an internet browser. If your workstation does
not have the Java 2 Run Time Environment program, you will be
prompted to download it.
2.In the Initial Start dialog, click the Open Configuration Wizard button.
When you power up the switch, the Configuration Wizard will
recognize the switch and lead you through the configuration process.
4.2.7
Connect the Switch to AC Power
WARNING!!This product is supplied with a 3-wire power cable and plug for
the user’s safety. Use this power cable in conjunction with a
properly grounded outlet to avoid electrical shock. An electrical
outlet that is not correctly wired could place hazardous voltage
on metal parts of the switch chassis. It is the responsibility of the
customer to ensure that the outlet is correctly wired and
grounded to prevent electrical shock.
You may require a different power cable in some countries
because the plug on the cable supplied with the equipment will
not fit your electrical outlet. In this case, you must supply your
own power cable. The cable you use must meet the following
requirements:
For 125 Volt electrical service, the cable must be rated at 10
Amps and be approved by UL and CSA.
For 250 Volt electrical service: The cable must be rated at 10
Amps, meet the requirements of H05VV-F, and be approved by
VDE, SEMKO, and DEMKO.
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AVERTISSEMENT!!
Pour la sécurité de l’utilisateur, l’appareil est livré avec un câble
d’alimentation trifilaire et une fiche. Pour éviter toute secousse
électrique, enficher ce câble à une prise correctement mise à la
terre.Une prise électrique dont les fils sont mal branchés peut
créer une tension dangereuse dans les pièces métalliques du
châssis switch. Pour éviter toute secousse électrique, s’assurer
que les fils sont correctement branchés et que la prise est bien
mise à la terre.
Dans certains pays les prises électriques sont de modèle
différent; on ne peut y enficher le câble de l’appareil. On doit
donc en utiliser un autre ayant les caractéristiques suivantes:
Alimentation 125 V: Câble pour courant nominal de 10 A,
agréé LAC et CSA.
Alimentation 250 V: Câble pour courant nominal de 10 A,
conforme au H05VV-F, et agréé VDE, SEMKO et DEMKO.
WARNUNG!!
Dieses Produkt wird mit einem 3-adrigen Netzkabel mit Stecker
geliefert. Dieses Kabel erfüllt die Sicherheitsanforderungen und
sollte an einer vorschriftsmäßigen Schukosteckdose
angeschlossen werden, um die Gefahr eines elektrischen
Schlages zu vermeiden.Elektrosteckdosen, die nicht richtig
verdrahtet sind, können gefährliche Hochspannung an den
Metallteilen des switch-Gehäuses verursachen. Der Kunde trägt
die Verantwortung für eine vorschriftsmäßige Verdrahtung und
Erdung der Steckdose zur Vermeidung eines elektrischen
Schlages.
In manchen Ländern ist eventuell die Verwendung eines
anderen Kabels erforderlich, da der Stecker des mitgelieferten
Kabels nicht in die landesüblichen Steckdosen paßt. In diesem
Fall müssen Sie sich ein Kabel besorgen, daß die folgenden
Anforderungen erfüllt:
Für 125 Volt-Netze: 10 Ampere Kabel mit UL- und
CSA-Zulassung.
Für 250 Volt-Netze: 10 Ampere Kabel gemäß den
Anforderungen der H05VV-F und VDE-, SEMKO- und
DEMKO-Zulassung.
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To energize the switch, do the following:
1.Connect the power cords to the AC power receptacles on the front of the
switch chassis.
2.Connect each power cord to a 3-wire, grounded, AC outlet that delivers
power in accordance with the power requirements in
Appendix A Specifications.
Note:To provide redundancy in the event of an AC power circuit failure,
connect the switch power supplies to separate AC circuits.
3.Place one or both power On/Off switches in the On position to energize the
switch logic circuitry. Confirm that the Input Power LED on the switch
chassis is illuminated indicating that the switch logic circuitry is receiving DC
voltage. If not, contact your authorized maintenance provider.
4.Confirm that the Output Power LEDs on both power supplies are illuminated.
If not, do the following:
a.Check voltage at the AC power source.
b.Inspect the power cord.
c.Replace the power supply.
5.Observe the Heartbeat LED to determine the results of the Power On Self
Test (POST). The POST tests the condition of firmware, memories,
data-paths, and switch logic circuitry and passes a blink code to the
Heartbeat LED. If the Heartbeat LED blinks steadily about once per second,
the POST was successful, and you can continue with the installation
process. Any other blink pattern appears indicates that an error has
occurred. Refer to ”Heartbeat LED Blink Patterns” on page 5-2 for more
information about the error blink pattern.
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4.2.8
Configure the Switch
You can configure the switch using the SANsurfer Switch Manager application or
the command line interface. When you power up the switch, the Configuration
Wizard recognizes the switch, logs in to the switch, and leads you through the
configuration process. Refer to the SANbox2-8c/16 Switch Management User’s Guide for more information about configuring a switch. The Configuration wizard
explains and prompts you for the following configuration information:
Temporary IP address
Temporary subnet mask
Archive template file
Switch domain ID (1–-239)
Domain ID Lock (Locked/Unlocked)
Switch name
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Permanent IP address
Permanent subnet mask
Permanent gateway address
Permanent network discovery method
Date and time
Admin account password
Create a configuration archive?
To configure the switch using the command line interface, do the following:
1.Open a command window according to the type of workstation and
connection:
Ethernet (all platforms): Open a Telnet session with the default switch
IP address and log in to the switch with default account name and
password (admin/password).
Serial – Windows: Open the HyperTerminal application on a Windows
platform.
a.Choose the Start button, select Programs, Accessories,
HyperTerminal, and HyperTerminal.
b.Select the connection you created earlier and choose the OK
button.
Serial – Linux: Open a command window and enter the following
command:
minicom
Serial – Solaris: Open a command window and enter the following
command:
tip sanbox2
2.Open an admin session and enter the Set Setup System command. Enter
the values you want for switch IP address (Eth0NetworkAddress) and the
network mask (Eth0NetworkMask). Refer to ”Set Setup Command” on
page B-49 for more information about this command.
SANbox2 #> admin start
SANbox2 (admin) #> set setup system
4.2.9
Cable Devices to the Switch
Connect cables to the SFP transceivers and their corresponding devices, and
then energize the devices. Device host bus adapters can have SFP (or SFF)
transceivers or GigaBit Interface Converters (GBIC). LC-type duplex fiber optic
cable connectors are designed for SFP transceivers, while SC-type connectors
are designed for GBICs. Duplex cable connectors are keyed to ensure proper
orientation. Choose the fiber optic cable with the connector combination that
matches the device host bus adapter.
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4.3
Install Firmware
The switch comes with current firmware installed. You can upgrade the firmware
from the management workstation as new firmware becomes available. Firmware
installation involves loading the firmware image file onto the switch, unpacking the
image file, and then resetting the switch to activate the new firmware.
Note:You can load and activate version 4.1 firmware on an operating switch
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without disrupting data traffic or having to re-initialize attached devices
under the following conditions:
The current firmware version is a 2.x, 3.x, or a 4.x version that
precedes the upgrade version.
No changes are being made to switches in the fabric including
powering up, powering down, disconnecting or connecting ISLs,
and switch configuration changes.
No port in the fabric is in the diagnostic state.
No zoning changes are being made in the fabric.
No changes are being made to attached devices including
powering up, powering down, disconnecting, connecting, and HBA
configuration changes.
Attempts to activate firmware before version 2.0 will be disruptive.
Ports that are stable when the non-disruptive activation begins, then
change states, will be reset. When the non-disruptive activation is
complete, SANsurfer Switch Manager sessions reconnect
automatically. However, Telnet sessions must be restarted manually.
You can use the SANsurfer Switch Manager application or the CLI to install new
firmware:
The SANsurfer Switch Manager application loads and unpacks the firmware
image file in one operation. Refer to ”Using SANsurfer Switch Manager to
Install Firmware” on page 4-20.
When using the CLI on a workstation that has an FTP server, you can open
a Telnet session and load and unpack the firmware image file using the CLI
Image command. Refer to ”Using the CLI to Install Firmware” on page 4-20.
When using the CLI on a workstation without an FTP server, you must open
an FTP session through the switch to load the image file, then open a Telnet
session to unpack it with the CLI Image command. Refer to ”Using FTP and
the CLI to Install Firmware” on page 4-21.
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Install Firmware
4.3.1
Using SANsurfer Switch Manager to Install Firmware
To install firmware using SANsurfer Switch Manager, do the following:
1.Select a switch in the topology display and double-click to open the
Faceplate display. Open the Switch menu and select Load Firmware.
2.In the Firmware Upload window, click the Select button to browse and select
the firmware file you want to upload.
3.In the Firmware Upload window, click the Start button to begin the loading
process. When the firmware is finished loading, the Bytes Transferred field
displays the number of bytes that have been transferred.
4.Click the Close button to close the Firmware Upload window.
5.SANsurfer Switch Manager will attempt a hot reset, if possible, to activate
the firmware without disrupting data traffic. Click the OK button to reset the
switch and activate the new firmware. During a non-disruptive activation, all
Logged-In LEDs are illuminated. If a non-disruptive activation is not
possible, SANsurfer Switch Manager gives you the opportunity to reset the
switch and perform a disruptive activation.
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4.3.2
Using the CLI to Install Firmware
To install firmware using the CLI when an FTP server is present on the
management workstation, do the following:
1.Connect to the switch through the Ethernet or the serial port and open a
Telnet session.
2.Enter the following account name and password:
SANbox2 Login:admin
Password: password
3.To start an admin session, enter the following:
SANbox2 $> admin start
4.Retrieve the firmware file. The device on which the firmware file is stored
must be running an FTP server. Enter the following command to retrieve the
firmware file from the specified IP address:
Note:If prompted for your password, enter your password (for that IP
Address) and press the Enter key.
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331 Password required for username.
Password:
230 User username logged in.
bin
200 Type set to I.
verbose
Verbose mode off.
5.Enter the following command to display the list of firmware files:
SANbox2 (admin) #> image list
6.Enter the following command to install the new firmware:
SANbox2 (admin) #>image unpack filename
7.Review the conditions for a non-disruptive activation on page 4-19 and
determine whether a non-disruptive activation is possible. Enter the Hotreset
command to perform a non-disruptive activation. During a non-disruptive
activation, all Logged-In LEDs are illuminated.
SANbox2 (admin) $>hotreset
If a non-disruptive activation is not possible, a message will prompt you to
perform a disruptive activation.
SANbox2 (admin) $>reset
4.3.3
Using FTP and the CLI to Install Firmware
To install firmware using the CLI when the management workstation does not
have an FTP server, do the following:
1.Connect to the switch through the Ethernet or the serial port.
2.Move to the folder or directory on the workstation that contains the new
firmware image file.
3.Establish communications with the switch using the File Transfer Protocol
(FTP). Enter one of the following on the command line:
>ftp xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx
or
>ftp switchname
where xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx is the switch IP address, and switchname is the
switch name associated with the IP address.
4.Enter the following account name and password:
user:images
password: images
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5.Activate binary mode and copy the firmware image file on the switch:
ftp>bin
ftp>put filename
6.Wait for the transfer to complete, then close the FTP session.
xxxxx bytes sent in xx secs.
ftp>quit
7.Establish communications with the switch using the CLI. Enter one of the
following on the command line:
telnet xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx
or
telnet switchname
where xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx is the switch IP address, and switchname is the
switch name associated with the IP address.
8.A Telnet window opens prompting you for a login. Enter an account name
and password. The default account name and password are (admin,
password).
9.Open an Admin session to acquire the necessary authority.
SANbox2 $>admin start
10.Display the list of firmware image files on the switch to confirm that the file
was loaded. Refer to the ”Image Command” on page B-19 for more
information.
SANbox2 (admin) $>image list
11.Unpack the firmware image file to install the new firmware in flash memory.
SANbox2 (admin) $>image unpack filename
12.Wait for the unpack to complete.
image unpack command result: Passed
13.Review the conditions for a non-disruptive activation on page 4-19 and
determine whether a non-disruptive activation is possible. Enter the Hotreset
command to perform a non-disruptive activation. During a non-disruptive
activation, all Logged-In LEDs are illuminated.
SANbox2 (admin) $>hotreset
If a non-disruptive activation is not possible, a message will prompt you to
perform a disruptive activation.
SANbox2 (admin) $>reset
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4.4
Powering Down a Switch
Simply unplugging the switch from the power source does not allow the switch to
complete executing tasks and could lead to flash memory corruption. For this
reason, open a Telnet session and use the Shutdown command to initiate an
orderly shut down, then power down the switch. Refer to the ”Shutdown
Command” on page B-81.
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Powering Down a Switch
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Powering Down a Switch
Notes
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Diagnostic information about the switch is available through the chassis LEDs, the
power supply LEDs, and the Logged-In LED. Diagnostic information is also
available through the SANsurfer Switch Manager and CLI event logs and error
displays. This section describes two types of diagnostics: Power On Self Test
(POST) and chassis. POST diagnostics describe the Heartbeat LED and the port
Logged-In LED indications. Chassis diagnostics cover power supply and fan
diagnostics as well as over temperature conditions. This section also describes
how to use maintenance mode to recover a disabled switch.
5.1
POST Diagnostics
The switch performs a series of Power On Self Tests (POST) as part of its
power-up procedure. The POST diagnostic program performs the following tests:
Checksum tests on the boot firmware in PROM and the switch firmware in
flash memory
Internal data loopback test on all ports
Access and integrity test on the ASIC
Section 5
Diagnostics/Troubleshooting
During the POST, the switch logs any errors encountered. Some POST errors are
critical, others are not. The switch uses the Heartbeat LED and the Logged-In
LED to indicate switch and port status. A critical error disables the switch so that it
will not operate. A non-critical error allows the switch to operate, but disables the
ports that have errors. Whether the problem is critical or not, contact your
authorized maintenance provider.
If there are no errors, the Heartbeat LED blinks at a steady rate of once per
second. If a critical error occurs, the Heartbeat LED will show an error blink
pattern. If there are non-critical errors, the switch disables the failed ports and
flashes the associated Logged-In LEDs. Refer to ”Heartbeat LED Blink Patterns”
on page 5-2 for more information about Heartbeat LED blink patterns.
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POST Diagnostics
5.1.1
Heartbeat LED Blink Patterns
The Heartbeat LED indicates the operational status of the switch. When the POST
completes with no errors, the Heartbeat LED blinks at steady rate of once per
second. When the switch is in maintenance mode, the Heartbeat LED illuminates
continuously. Refer to ”Recovering a Switch” on page 5-13 for more information
about maintenance mode. All other blink patterns indicate critical errors.
The Heartbeat LED shows an error blink pattern for the following conditions:
4 blinks - Configuration File System Error Blink Pattern
5.1.1.1
Internal Firmware Failure Blink Pattern
An internal firmware failure blink pattern is 2 blinks followed by a two second
pause. The 2-blink error pattern indicates that the firmware has failed, and that the
switch must be reset. Power cycle the switch to reset it.
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5.1.1.2
System Error Blink Pattern
A system error blink pattern is 3 blinks followed by a two second pause. The
3-blink error pattern indicates that a POST failure or a system error has left the
switch inoperable. If a system error occurs, contact your authorized maintenance
provider. Power cycle the switch to reset the switch.
2 seconds
2 seconds
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5.1.1.3
Configuration File System Error Blink Pattern
A configuration file system error blink pattern is 4 blinks followed by a two second
pause. The 4-blink error pattern indicates that a configuration file system error has
occurred, and that the configuration file must be recreated. Refer to ”Recovering a
Switch” on page 5-13 for more information.
2 seconds
To recreate the configuration file, do the following:
CAUTION!Recreating the configuration file will delete all switch configuration
settings.
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POST Diagnostics
1.Open a Telnet session and use the Shutdown command to close activity on
the switch, then power down the switch. Refer to the ”Shutdown Command”
on page B-81.
2.Place the switch in maintenance mode. Press and hold the Maintenance
button, then power up the switch. Refer to ”Recovering a Switch” on
page 5-13 for more information about placing the switch in maintenance
mode.
3.Establish a Telnet session with the switch using the default IP address
10.0.0.1.
telnet 10.0.0.1
4.Enter the account name (prom) and password (prom), and press the Enter
key.
Sanbox2 login: prom
Password:xxxx
[username@host:Itasca]% telnet 10.0.0.1
Trying 10.0.0.1...
Connected to 10.0.0.1.
Escape character is '^]'.
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5.The following menu is displayed. Enter "6" (Remake Filesystem) and press
the Enter key to recreate the configuration file.
0) Exit
1) Image Unpack
2) Reset Network Config
3) Reset User Accounts to Default
4) Copy Log Files
5) Remove Switch Config
6) Remake Filesystem
7) Reset Switch
8) Show Firmware Versions
9) Set Active Image
Option: 6
6.When the recreate process is complete, select option 7 to reset the switch
and exit maintenance mode.
7.If a previously saved configuration file is available for the switch, do the
following to restore the configuration file.
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a.Establish communications with the switch using the File Transfer
Protocol (FTP). Enter one of the following on the command line:
>ftp xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx
or
>ftp switchname
where xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx is the switch IP address and switchname is the
switch name associated with the IP address.
b.Enter the following account name and password:
user:images
password:images
c.Activate binary mode and copy the configuration file from the
workstation to the switch. The configuration file must be named
"configdata".
ftp>bin
ftp>put configdata
d.Close the FTP session.
ftp>quit
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POST Diagnostics
e.Establish communications with the switch using Telnet. Enter one of
the following on the command line:
telnet xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx
or
telnet switchname
where xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx is the switch IP address and switchname is the
switch name associated with the IP address.
f.A Telnet window opens prompting you for a login. Enter an account
name and password. The default account name and password are
(admin, password).
g.Open an admin session to acquire the necessary authority.
SANbox2 $>admin start
h.Restore the configuration file. When the restore is complete, the switch
will reset.
SANbox2 (admin) $>config restore
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POST Diagnostics
5.1.2
Logged-In LED Indications
Port diagnostics are indicated by the Logged-In LED for each port as shown in
Figure 5-1.
Figure 5-1. Logged-In LED
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Logged-In LED
The Logged-In LED has three indications:
Logged in - Continuous illumination.
Logging in - Flashes at roughly once per second as shown in Figure 5-2.
Error - Flashes at roughly twice per second as shown in Figure 5-2.
Logging In
Error
If a Logged-In LED shows an error indication, review the event browser for alarm
messages regarding the affected port. You can also inspect the event log using
the Show Alarm command. Pertinent alarm messages will point to one or more of
the following conditions:
E_Port isolation
Excessive port errors
1 second
Figure 5-2. Logged-In LED Indications
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5.1.2.1
E_Port Isolation
A Logged-In LED error indication is often the result of E_Port isolation. An isolated
E_Port is indicated by a red link in the SANsurfer Switch Manager topology
display. E_Port isolation can be caused by the following:
FL_Port is connected to another switch
Conflicting domain IDs
Conflicting timeout values
Conflicting zone membership between active zone sets
Refer to the SANbox2-8c/16 Switch Management User’s Guide for information
about how to change domain IDs, timeout values, and edit zoning.
Review the event browser and do the following to diagnose and correct an
isolated E_Port:
1.Does the event browser show a repeating alarm about an unsupported
5 – Diagnostics/Troubleshooting
POST Diagnostics
E_Port command on the affected port?
Yes - The port is configured as an FL_Port and connected to another
switch. Correct the port connection or the port type.
No - Continue.
2.Display the fabric domain IDs using the Show Domains command or the
Switch data tab in the SANsurfer Switch Manager topology display. Are all
domain IDs in the fabric unique?
Yes - C on ti nue .
No - Correct the domain IDs on the offending switches using the Set
Config Switch command or the SANsurfer Switch Manager Switch
Properties window. Reset the port. If the condition remains, continue.
3.Compare the RA_TOV and ED_TOV timeout values for all switches in the
fabric using the Show Config Switch command or the Switch data tab of the
SANsurfer Switch Manager topology display. Is each timeout value the same
on every switch?
Yes - C on ti nue .
No - Correct the timeout values on the offending switches using the
Set Config Switch command or the SANsurfer Switch Manager Switch
Properties dialog. Reset the port. If the condition remains, continue.
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POST Diagnostics
4.Display the active zone set on each switch using the Zoning Active
command or the Active Zoneset tab of the SANsurfer Switch Manager
topology display. Compare the zone membership between the two active
zone sets. Are they the same?
Yes - Contact your authorized maintenance provider.
No - Deactivate one of the active zone sets or edit the conflicting zones
so that their membership is the same. Reset the port. If the condition
remains, contact your authorized maintenance provider.
Note:This can be caused by merging two fabrics whose active
5.1.2.2
Excessive Port Errors
The switch monitors a set of port errors and generates alarms based on
user-defined sample windows and thresholds. These port errors include the
following:
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zone sets have two zones with the same name, but
different membership.
CRC errors
Decode errors
ISL connection count
Login errors
Logout errors
Loss-of-signal errors
Port threshold alarm monitoring is disabled by default. Refer to the
SANbox2-8c/16 Switch Management User’s Guide for information about
managing port threshold alarms.
If the count for any of these errors exceeds the rising trigger for three consecutive
sample windows, the switch generates an alarm and disables the affected port,
changing its operational state to “down”. Port errors can be caused by the
following:
Triggers are too low or the sample window is too small
Faulty Fibre Channel port cable
Faulty SFP
Faulty port
Fault device or HBA
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POST Diagnostics
Review the event browser to determine if excessive port errors are responsible for
disabling the port. Look for a message that mentions one of the monitored error
types indicating that the port has been disabled, then do the following:
1.Examine the alarm configuration for the associated error using the Show
Config Threshold command or the SANsurfer Switch Manager application.
Refer to the ”Show Config Command” on page B-70. Refer to Ta bl e B- 5 for a
list of the alarm configuration defaults. Are the thresholds and sample
window correct?
Yes - C on ti nue
No - Correct the alarm configuration. If the condition remains, continue.
2.Reset the port, then perform an external port loopback test to validate the
port and the SFP. Refer to the ”Test Command” on page B-82 or the SANbox2-8c/16 Switch Management User’s Guide for information about
testing ports. Does the port pass the test?
Yes - C on ti nue
No - Replace the SFP and repeat the test. If the port does not pass the
test, contact your authorized maintenance provider. Otherwise
continue.
3.Replace the Fibre Channel port cable. Is the problem corrected?
Yes - C om pl ete.
No - Continue.
4.Inspect the device to which the affected port is connected and confirm that
the device and its HBA are working properly. Make repairs and corrections
as needed. If the condition remains, contact your authorized maintenance
provider.
Chassis diagnostics are indicated by the chassis and power supply LEDs as
shown in Figure 5-3.
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Output Power LED
(Green)
Power Supply Over
Temperature LED
(Red)
The following conditions are described:
Chassis Over Temperature LED is illuminated
Chassis Over Temperature LED
(Amber)
Fan Fail LED
(Amber)
Input Power LED
(Green)
Figure 5-3. Chassis and Power Supply LEDs
Input Power LED is extinguished
Fan Fail LED is illuminated
Output Power LED is extinguished
Power supply Over Temperature LED is illuminated
Note:The chassis and power supply Over Temperature LEDs are different.
The chassis LED indicates an over temperature condition in the switch
logic circuitry; the power supply LED indicates an over temperature
condition in the power supply.
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5.2.1
Chassis Over Temperature LED is Illuminated
The chassis Over Temperature LED illuminates to indicate that the switch logic
circuitry has exceeded the failure temperature threshold. The default failure
temperature threshold is 70° C. You can set the failure temperature threshold
using the Set Setup System command. Refer to the ”Set Setup Command” on
page B-49 for more information. If the chassis Over Temperature LED illuminates,
do the following:
1.Enter the Show Setup System command to display the failure temperature
threshold. The default is 70° C. Is the failure temperature threshold to low?
Yes - Use the Set Setup System command to set the failure
temperature threshold to the 70° C.
No - Continue.
2.Inspect the chassis fans. Are the intake openings clear? Are all fans
operating and producing air flow?
Yes - C on ti nue .
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Chassis Diagnostics
No - Remove any debris from fan intakes and exhausts if necessary.
Replace any fan that is not operating. Refer to
Section 6 Removal/Replacement. If the condition remains, continue.
3.Consider the ambient air temperature near the switch. Make necessary
corrections. If the condition remains, shut down the switch immediately and
contact your authorized maintenance provider.
5.2.2
Input Power LED Is Extinguished
The Input Power LED illuminates to indicate that the switch logic circuitry is
receiving proper voltages. If the Input Power LED is extinguished, inspect the
Output Power LED. Is the Output Power LED illuminated?
Yes - Contact your authorized maintenance provider.
No - Refer to ”Output Power LED Is Extinguished” on page 5-12.
The Fan Fail LED illuminates to indicate a malfunction with one or more of the
chassis fans. If the Fan Fail LED illuminates, do the following:
1.Inspect the chassis fan connections. Remove and reinstall the chassis fan.
Refer to Section 6 Removal/Replacement. If the condition remains,
continue.
2.Are all fans operating and producing equal air flow?
Yes - Contact your authorized maintenance provider.
No - Replace the weaker chassis fan. Refer to
Section 6 Removal/Replacement. If the condition remains, contact
your authorized maintenance provider.
Note:Removing a fan will not illuminate the Fan Fail LED.
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5.2.4
Output Power LED Is Extinguished
The Output Power LED illuminates to indicate that the power supply is producing
the proper voltages. If the Output Power LED is extinguished, do the following:
1.Inspect the power supply Over Temperature LED. Is the power supply Over
Temperature LED illuminated?
Yes - Refer to ”Power Supply Over Temperature LED is Illuminated” on
page 5-13.
No - Continue.
2.Inspect the power cables and connectors. Are the cables unplugged? Are
the cables or connectors damaged?
Yes - Make necessary corrections or repairs. If the condition remains,
continue.
No - Continue.
3.Inspect the power source. Is the power source delivering the proper voltage?
Yes - C on ti nue
No - Make necessary repairs. If the condition remains, continue.
4.Replace the power supply. Refer to Section 6 Removal/Replacement. If the
condition remains, contact your authorized maintenance provider.
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5.2.5
Power Supply Over Temperature LED is Illuminated
The power supply Over Temperature LED illuminates to indicate that the power
supply is overheating. If the power supply Over Temperature LED illuminates, do
the following:
1.Inspect the chassis fans. Are the intake openings clear? Are both fans
operating and producing air flow?
Yes - C on ti nue .
No - Remove any debris from fan intakes if necessary. Replace any
fan that is not operating. Refer to Section 6 Removal/Replacement. If
the condition remains, continue.
2.Consider the ambient air temperature near the switch and clearance around
the switch. Make necessary corrections. If the condition remains, continue.
3.Replace the power supply. Refer to Section 6 Removal/Replacement. If the
condition remains, contact your authorized maintenance provider.
Recovering a Switch
5.3
Recovering a Switch
A switch can become inoperable or unmanageable for the following reasons:
Firmware becomes corrupt
IP address is lost
Switch configuration becomes corrupt
Forgotten password
In these specific cases, you can recover the switch using maintenance mode.
Maintenance mode temporarily returns the switch IP address to 10.0.0.1 and
provides opportunities to do the following:
Unpack a firmware image file
Restore the network configuration parameters to the default values
Remove all user accounts and restore the Admin account name password to
the default.
Copy the log file
Restore factory defaults for all but user accounts and zoning
Restore all switch configuration parameters to the factory default values
Reset the switch
Display firmware versions stored on the switch
Select the firmware image to activate
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Recovering a Switch
To recover a switch, do the following:
1.Place the switch in maintenance mode. Do the following:
a.Power down the switch.
b.Press and hold the Maintenance button with a pointed tool, then power
up the switch. All chassis LEDs will illuminate, then extinguish leaving
only the Input Power LED illuminated. Release the button.
2.Allow one minute for the switch to complete its tests. When the switch is in
maintenance mode, the Input LED will be illuminated and the Heartbeat LED
will illuminate continuously. All other chassis LEDs will be extinguished.
3.Establish a Telnet session with the switch using the maintenance mode IP
address 10.0.0.1.
4.Enter the maintenance mode account name and password (prom, prom),
and press the Enter key.
Sanbox login: prom
Password:xxxx
[username@anteater:Itasca]% telnet 10.0.0.1
Trying 10.0.0.1...
Connected to 10.0.0.1.
Escape character is '^]'.
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5.The maintenance menu displays several recovery options. To select a
switch recovery option, press the corresponding number (displayed in
option: field) on the keyboard and press the Enter key.
These options and their use are described in the following subsections.
5.3.1
Maintenance – Exit
This option closes the current login session. To log in again, enter the
maintenance mode account name and password (prom, prom). To return to
normal operation, power cycle the switch.
0) Exit
1) Image Unpack
2) Reset Network Config
3) Reset User Accounts to Default
4) Copy Log Files
5) Remove Switch Config
6) Remake Filesystem
7) Reset Switch
8) Show Firmware Versions
9) Set Active Image
Option:
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5.3.2
Maintenance – Image Unpack
This option unpacks and installs new firmware when the current firmware has
become corrupt. Before using this option, you must load the new firmware image
file onto the switch. The steps to install new firmware using this option are as
follows:
1.Place the switch in maintenance mode. Refer to the procedure for
maintenance mode in ”Recovering a Switch” on page 5-13.
2.Use FTP to load a new firmware image file onto the switch. Refer to ”Using
FTP and the CLI to Install Firmware” on page 4-21. Do not unpack the
firmware image file with the Image command.
3.Select option 1 from the maintenance menu. When prompted for a file name
prompt, enter the firmware image file name.
4.Select option 7 to reset the switch and exit maintenance mode.
5.3.3
Maintenance – Reset Network Config
This option resets the network properties to the factory default values and saves
them on the switch. Refer to Table B-8 for the default network configuration
values.
5.3.4
Maintenance – Reset User Accounts to Default
This option restores the password for the Admin account name to the default
(password) and removes all other user accounts from the switch.
5.3.5
Maintenance – Copy Log Files
This option copies all log file buffers to a file on the switch named logfile. You can
use FTP to download this file to the management workstation. You must download
the logfile before resetting the switch.
5.3.6
Maintenance – Remove Switch Config
This option deletes all configurations from the switch except for the default
configuration. This restores switch configuration parameters to the factory defaults
except for user accounts and zoning. Refer to Table B-3 though Tab le B -8 for the
factory default values.
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Recovering a Switch
5.3.7
Maintenance – Remake Filesystem
In the event of sudden loss of power, it is possible that the switch configuration
may become corrupt. The file system on which the configuration is stored must be
re-created. This option resets the switch to the factory default values including
user accounts and zoning. Refer to Table B-3 though Tab le B -8 for the factory
default values.
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CAUTION!
5.3.8
If you choose the Remake Filesystem option, you will lose all
changes made to the fabric configuration that involve that switch,
such as password and zoning changes. You must then
reconfigure the portions of the fabric that involve the switch.
Maintenance – Reset Switch
This option closes the Telnet session, exits maintenance mode and reboots the
switch using the current switch configuration. All unpacked firmware image files
that reside on the switch are deleted.
5.3.9
Maintenance – Show Firmware Versions
This option displays the image numbers and firmware versions that are stored on
the switch.
5.3.10
Maintenance – Set Active Image
This option specifies the firmware version to be used when the switch returns to
normal operation. A message reminds you of the pending firmware version and
gives you an opportunity to change it by selecting the other image number.
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Section 6
Removal/Replacement
This section describes the removal and replacement procedures for the following
field replaceable units (FRU):
SFP transceivers
Power supplies
Fans
The switch is equipped with a battery that powers the non-volatile memory. This
memory stores the switch configuration. The battery is not a field replaceable unit.
WARNING!!
WARNUNG!!
AVERTISSEMENT!!
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace
only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer. Dispose of the used battery according to the
manufacturer’s instructions.
Bei unsachgemäß ausgetauschter Batterie besteht
Explosionsgefahr. Die Batterie nur mit der gleichen Batterie oder
mit einem äquivalenten, vom Hersteller empfohlenen Batterietyp
ersetzen. Die gebrauchte Batterie gemäß den
Herstelleranweisungen entsorgen.
Danger d’explosion si le remplacement de la pile est incorrect.
Ne remplacer que par une pile de type identique ou équivalent
recommandé par le fabricant. Jeter la pile usagée en observant
les instructions du fabricant.
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SFP Transceivers
6.1
SFP Transceivers
The SFP transceivers can be removed and replaced while the switch is operating
without damaging the switch or the transceiver. However, transmission on the
affected port will be interrupted until the transceiver installed.
To remove a transceiver, gently press the transceiver into the port to release the
tension, then pull on the release tab or lever and remove the transceiver. Different
transceiver manufacturers have different release mechanisms. Consult the
documentation for your transceiver. To install, insert the transceiver into the port
and gently press until it snaps in place as shown in Figure 6-1.
Note:The SFP transceiver will fit only one way. If the SFP does not install
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under gentle pressure, flip it over and try again.
Figure 6-1. SFP Transceiver Installation
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6.2
Power Supplies
The power supplies are hot pluggable. This means you can remove or install one
of the power supplies while the switch is operating without disrupting service. The
power supplies are also interchangeable; that is, the left and right power supplies
are the same unit.
To remove the power supply, grasp the power supply latch handle and pull firmly
to release the latches and disengage the modular connector. Slide the power
supply out of its bay as shown in Figure 6-2.
To install a power supply, slide the power supply into the bay with the latch handle
on top. Press the power supply firmly into place until it is fully seated, then push
the latch handle in against the power supply to engage the latches.
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Power Supplies
Latch Handle
Figure 6-2. Power Supply Removal
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Fans
6.3
Fans
The fans are hot pluggable. This means you can remove or install one of the fans
while the switch is operating without disrupting service. The fan is completely
enclosed, so there is no risk of injury from the fan blades. The fans are also
interchangeable; that is, the left and right fans are the same unit.
To remove a fan, loosen the two retaining screws, then grasp the fan housing and
pull firmly to disengage the modular connector. Slide the fan out of its bay as
shown in Figure 6-2.
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Figure 6-3. Fan Removal
When replacing a fan, consider the following:
The left and right fans are interchangeable. However, you must orient the
fan so that the modular connector aligns with the mating connector in the
switch as shown in Figure 6-4.
Replacement fans must be compatible with the switch air flow direction. Air
flow direction for switch model SB2A-16A is front-to-back; air flow direction
for switch model SB2A-16B is back-to-front.
A label on the fan indicates the switch model number and fan air flow
direction as shown in Figure 6-4.
CAUTION!
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Both fans must have the same air flow direction to prevent the
switch from overheating.
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Fans
To install a fan, do the following:
1.Confirm that the new fan is compatible with the switch air flow direction.
2.Align the modular connector toward the inside of the switch as shown in
Figure 6-4.
3.Slide the fan into the bay until it is firmly seated and confirm that the air flow
is correct. Fasten the screws.
Modular
Connector
Part Number
Label
Figure 6-4. Fan Installation for Switch Model SB2A-16B
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Notes
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This appendix contains the specifications for the SANbox2-16 Fibre Channel
switch. Refer to Section 2 General Description for the location of all connections,
switches, controls, and components.