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Release Notes hp StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(2) and FabricWare 2.1(3) This document provides additional information about the MDS 9020 Fabric Switch, the MDS 9100 Series Fabric Switches, the MDS 9200 Series Multilayer Fabric Switches, and the MDS 9500 Series Multilayer - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(2) a - Page 2
the only method. Consult the appropriate Cisco MDS release notes for instructions on how to determine the current SAN-OS or FabricWare version on your switch. HP strongly recommends upgrading all fabric switches to the latest supported SAN-OS and FabricWare versions. All switches in the SAN must be - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(2) a - Page 3
for information on supported versions and configurations. Hardware Components The following Cisco MDS 9000 Family hardware components are not supported by HP: • Cache Services Module (CSM) • Advanced Services Module (ASM) 3 MDS Multilayer Director & Multilayer Fabric Switches Release Notes - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(2) a - Page 4
2-Gbps FC switching module 14/2-port Multiprotocol Services module 8-port IP Storage Services module 4-port IP Storage Services module Storage Services Module N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Supported Switch Software SAN-OS FabricWare 4 MDS Multilayer Director & Multilayer Fabric Switches Release Notes - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(2) a - Page 5
can be managed with the command-line interface (CLI) or Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP). The graphical user interfaces (GUI) used to manage all C-Series switches is Cisco Fabric Manager and Cisco Device Manager. 5 MDS Multilayer Director & Multilayer Fabric Switches Release Notes - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(2) a - Page 6
will ensure a safe bending radius on all fibre channel cables. This is especially pertinent in high port density (Director) installations. Please consult the relevant Cisco Hardware Installation Guide for further information. 6 MDS Multilayer Director & Multilayer Fabric Switches Release Notes - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(2) a - Page 7
the serial interface to configure a switch IP address. Refer to the Cisco MDS 9000 Family Configuration Guide or Cisco MDS 9020 Fabric Switch Configuration Guide for instructions on how to connect the serial port to a host machine. Initial Installation Recommendations/Requirements The C-Series MDS - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(2) a - Page 8
configuration overwrites the startup configuration. IOD must be enabled for any additional VSANs created. Refer to the Cisco MDS 9000 Family Fabric Manager Switch Configuration Guide to enable IOD using Device/Fabric Manager. 8 MDS Multilayer Director & Multilayer Fabric Switches Release Notes - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(2) a - Page 9
Manager upgrade software setup wizard Refer to the Cisco MDS 9000 Family Fabric Manager Configuration Guide for additional installation instructions. Note: The MDS 9020 currently runs FabricWare 2.1(3); HP recommends using the latest supported Fabric/Device Manager when managing this switch via - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(2) a - Page 10
N-port ID virtualization (NPIV) to receive multiple FCIDs allocated from the core switch on the NP port. Refer to the Cisco MDS 9000 Family Configuration Guide for instructions on how to configure NPV. In addition to being supported in Cisco fabrics, NPV is supported for connectivity to B-Series and - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(2) a - Page 11
mezzanine HBAs with Virtual Connect on the same C-Series switch with its target on the same switch/VSAN, NPIV addresses are limited to 256. To scale beyond 256 addresses, for proper operation the C-Series switch commands below must be executed on the VSAN to which VC-FC is connected. Note: If Qlogic - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(2) a - Page 12
and switches that include MSM-18/4 modules must be running SAN-OS Release 3.2(3) software or newer For additional information on how to install SME refer to the Cisco MDS 9000 Family Storage Media Encryption Configuration Guide. 12 MDS Multilayer Director & Multilayer Fabric Switches Release Notes - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(2) a - Page 13
that support shared tape library options. If this issue is encountered, disable the feature. Note: FCIP Tape Read Acceleration can only be enabled when both ends of the FCIP tunnel are running SAN-OS 3.0(1) or newer Switch Settings for HP Continuous Access Enterprise Virtual Arrays and HP Data - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(2) a - Page 14
-config startup-config Refer to the Cisco MDS 9000 Family Fabric Manager Switch Configuration Guide to set src-dst-id using Device/Fabric Manager. Note: The running configuration overwrites the startup configuration. C-Series MDS 9020 Fabric Management The C-Series MDS 9020 can be managed through - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(2) a - Page 15
MDS 9124 Fabric Switch The MDS 9124 switches have fixed configurations with 8, 16, and 24 full rate 4-Gbps fibre channel ports. The 8 and 16 port switches can be upgraded in 8 port increments with a software expansion license. 15 MDS Multilayer Director & Multilayer Fabric Switches Release Notes - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(2) a - Page 16
switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem have fixed configurations with 8-internal/4-external or 16-internal/8-external full rate 4-Gbps fibre channel ports. The 12-port switch can be upgraded to the 24-port switch with a software expansion license. Note: Refer to HP.com for the latest supported software - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(2) a - Page 17
connectivity using Cisco management tools. 9. Configure the new module as you would when adding any new module to your switch. Please refer to the Cisco MDS 9000 Family CLI Configuration Guide details on configuring modules 17 MDS Multilayer Director & Multilayer Fabric Switches Release Notes - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(2) a - Page 18
to the Cisco MDS 9000 CLI Configuration Guide for procedures to configure the new modules. Note: When purchasing an 18/4 Multiservice module as a replacement for a 14/2 Multiprotocol Services module, a new set of licenses must be obtained to use the 4 IPS ports for FCIP connectivity. Transfer of - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(2) a - Page 19
Description: VMware ESX on HP c-Class BladeSystem Server Blade using QMH2462 HBAs and FC Pass-Thru Module logs into the MDS 9020 as an FL port if the switch port mode is set to auto. Workaround: Set the switch port mode to F. 19 MDS Multilayer Director & Multilayer Fabric Switches Release Notes - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(2) a - Page 20
This message can be ignored. Workaround: Ignore the erroneous FCIP license message. FCIP is bundled with the embedded ports on the MDS 9222i. Note: Refer to the Cisco MDS release notes for a full list of open and closed caveats. 20 MDS Multilayer Director & Multilayer Fabric Switches Release Notes
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Release Notes
hp
StorageWorks
C-Series Fabric Switches
for SAN-OS 3.3(2) and
FabricWare 2.1(3)
This document provides additional information about the MDS 9020 Fabric Switch, the MDS
9100 Series Fabric Switches, the MDS 9200 Series Multilayer Fabric Switches, and the MDS
9500 Series Multilayer Directors