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- HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(4a) - Page 1
Release Notes hp StorageWorks C-series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(4a) and FabricWare 2.1(3) This document provides additional information about the MDS 9020 Fabric Switch, the MDS 9100 Series - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(4a) - Page 2
be 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 - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(4a) - Page 3
in the SAN-OS image bundle, or by requesting a CD through HP SUM. Fabric Manager Update Installer is provided in the HP SANOS image bungle. FICON SUPPORT FICON is supported with SAN-OS on the MDS 9000 series switches. For supported versions and configurations refer to the SPOCK website at http://www - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(4a) - Page 4
MDS Switch Switch Description Supported Switching Modules Model Director class switching module 8-port IP Storage Services module Storage Services Module 32-port 2-Gbps FC or twenty-four 4-Gbps FC ports N/A Fabric switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem with eight 4-Gbps 9124e internal FC ports - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(4a) - Page 5
Gbps FC switching module 4-port 10-Gbps FC switching module 18/4-port Multiservice module 14/2-port Multiprotocol Services module 16-port 2-Gbps FC switching module 32-port 2-Gbps FC switching module Storage Services Module (SSM) MDS 9222i MDS 9216i MDS 9216A MDS 9216 MDS 9134 4-Gbps ports MDS 9134 - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(4a) - Page 6
.bin m9100-s1ek9-mz.3.3.4a.bin m9100-s2ek9-kickstart-mz.3.3.4a.bin m9100-s2ek9-mz.3.3.4a.bin m9020-s1ek9-mz.2.1.3.bin Other Images Storage Services Interface Fabric Manager Update Installer Management Software & Documentation Image ssi image FM upgrade image bundled CD Image Name m9000-ek9-ssi-mz - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(4a) - Page 7
side rail rack mounted option must be at least four (4) inches. HP Rack Cabinet Support For standard HP Rack Cabinets with closed side panels, you must have at least two-and Please consult the relevant Cisco Hardware Installation Guide for further information. 7 MDS Multilayer Director & - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(4a) - Page 8
the Cisco MDS 9000 Family Configuration Guide or Cisco MDS 9020 Fabric Switch Configuration Guide for instructions on how to connect the serial default with SAN-OS 2.0(1b) and newer. Note: FCID persistence is not supported on the MDS 9020. Enable persistent FCID for each VSAN using the CLI dialog - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(4a) - Page 9
devices may not be able to handle any OOO frames. For this reason, HP requires in-order delivery (IOD) be enabled for all switches. There is enable in-order of frames during fabric failure. Note: IOD feature is not supported on the MDS 9020. Using the Management Console or Telnet to Enable IOD Use - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(4a) - Page 10
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 the GUI. 10 MDS - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(4a) - Page 11
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 M-Series fabrics. Refer to the hp or VSAN) without SAN configuration changes. FlexAttach allows manual creation and transfer of virtual WWPNs from one - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(4a) - Page 12
driver: 4.08 Linux 2.4 kernel HBA driver: 7.07.00 Linux 2.6.14 HBA driver: 8.01.00b6 Netware: 6.80d VMware ESX HBA driver: 7.07.04 HP-UX HBA driver: latest supported version Alpha HBA driver: recommend version by storage/switch vendor HBAs with a Qlogic chipset on the same switch and same VSAN as - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(4a) - Page 13
one MDS 9222i switch or MSM-18/4 module in each cluster. The SME engines on the required modules provide the transparent encryption and compression services to the hosts and storage devices. To take full advantage of the standard and advanced security levels, a smart card reader is required. 13 - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(4a) - Page 14
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. 14 MDS Multilayer Director & Multilayer Fabric Switches Release Notes - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(4a) - Page 15
running SAN-OS 3.0(1) or newer SWITCH SETTINGS FOR HP CONTINUOUS ACCESS ENTERPRISE VIRTUAL ARRAYS AND HP DATA REPLICATION MANAGER FOR MODULAR ARRAYS The default load one of the following two procedures: Note: The MDS 9020 only supports Src-ID/Dst-ID. Using the Management Console or Telnet to Change - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(4a) - Page 16
Refer to the Cisco MDS 9000 Family Fabric Manager Switch Configuration Guide to set src-dst-id using Device/Fabric Manager. Note: Fabric/Device Manager tool using Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP). FabricWare 2.1(3) supports SNMP v1 and SNMP v2. When using Fabric/Device Manager with SNMP v3 - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(4a) - Page 17
Note: Fabric/Device Manager cannot be used to configure this feature. 1. Log into the switch using either the management console or telnet. 2. Enter your network-admin privileged account by entering your login name and password switch login: admin Password: 3. Enter the following to - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(4a) - Page 18
and the MDS 9124e 24-port fabric switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem have fixed configurations with 8-internal/4-external port switch with a software expansion license. Note: Refer to HP.com for the latest supported software for the c-Class Onboard Administrator firmware and mezzanine adaptors How - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(4a) - Page 19
and 32-port configurations and the 14/2 Multiprotocol Services module have approached their end of life and Please refer to the Cisco MDS 9000 CLI Configuration Guide for procedures to configure the new modules. The module, as they need to be configured manually on the replacement module. switch# show - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(4a) - Page 20
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 is not supported. iSCSI connectivity on the IPS ports is supported without the need Services module, as the VSANs will need to be manually - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(4a) - Page 21
for the desired device, select "Disk" 5. Save changes by selecting the "Apply Changes" icon on the top left corner of the Information Pane Problem Description: VMware ESX on HP c-Class BladeSystem Server Blade using QMH2462 HBAs and FC Pass-Thru Module may fail to log into the C-series MDS 9216, MDS - HP Cisco MDS 9500 | HP StorageWorks C-Series Fabric Switches for SAN-OS 3.3(4a) - Page 22
" icon on the top left corner of the Information Pane Problem Description: VMware ESX on HP c-Class BladeSystem Server Blade using QMH2462 HBAs and FC Pass-Thru auto. Workaround: Lock the switch port or device to the desired supported speed. Note: Refer to the Cisco MDS release notes for a full
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Release Notes
hp
StorageWorks
C-series Fabric Switches
for SAN-OS 3.3(4a) 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