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Configuration Planning Tasks 6 Task 15: Plan a Multiswitch Fabric (Optional) If a multiswitch fabric topology is to be implemented, carefully plan the physical characteristics and performance objectives of the topology, including the proposed number of fabric elements, characteristics of attached devices, cost, nondisruptive growth requirements, and service requirements. Refer to Fabric Topologies, Planning for Multiswitch Fabric Support, and General Fabric Design Considerations for detailed information. When two or more fabric elements are connected through ISLs to form a fabric, the elements must have compatible operating parameters, compatible name server zoning configurations, and unique domain identifications (IDs). Planning for a fabric must be carefully coordinated with planning for zoned configurations. The following factors should be considered when planning for a multiswitch fabric: • Fabric topology limits - Consider the practical number of fabric elements (theoretical maximum of 31, practical limit of 24), number of ISLs per element, hop count (maximum of three), and distance limitations (limited by port type and cable availability). • Multiple ISLs for bandwidth and load balancing - Consider using multiple ISLs to increase the total bandwidth available between two fabric elements. If heavy traffic between devices is expected, also consider multiple ISLs to create multiple minimum-hop paths for load balancing. If multiple ISL connections are planned, ensure the OpenTrunking feature key is ordered with the Element Manager application. This feature automatically provides dynamic load balancing across multiple ISLs in a fabric environment. • Principal switch selection - If required, plan which fabric element is to be assigned principal switch duties for the fabric. • Critical operations - Consider routing paths that transfer data for critical operations directly through one director or fabric switch and not through the fabric. Planning and implementing a multiswitch fabric is a complex and difficult task. Obtain planning assistance from McDATA's professional services organization before implementing a fabric topology. Configuration Planning Tasks 6-29

Section	Page
Contents	3
Preface	13
Introduction to McDATA Multi-Protocol Products	27
Product Overview	28
Multi-Protocol Hardware	28
SAN Management Applications	31
Directors	32
Director Performance	33
Intrepid 6064 Director	34
Intrepid 6140 Director	36
Intrepid 10000 Director	38
Fabric Switches	41
Fabric Switch Performance	41
Sphereon 3232 Fabric Switch	42
Sphereon 4300 Fabric Switch	43
Sphereon 4500 Fabric Switch	44
SAN Routers	46
SAN Router Performance	47
Eclipse 1620 SAN Router	48
Eclipse 2640 SAN Router	50
Product Features	51
Connectivity Features	52
Security Features	54
Serviceability Features	55
Product Management	61
Product Management	62
Out-of-Band Management	62
Inband Management	65
Management Interface Summary	66
Management Server Support	67
Management Server Specifications	68
Ethernet Hub	70
Remote User Workstations	70
Product Firmware	71
Firmware Services	72
Backup and Restore Features	73
SAN Management Applications	75
SANavigator and EFCM Applications	75
SANvergence Manager Application	81
SANpilot Interface	84
Command Line Interface	86
Planning Considerations for Fibre Channel Topologies	87
Fibre Channel Topologies	87
Characteristics of Arbitrated Loop Operation	88
Shared Mode Versus Switched Mode	89
Public Versus Private Devices	92
Public Versus Private Loops	94
FL_Port Connectivity	96
Planning for Private Arbitrated Loop Connectivity	96
Planning for Fabric-Attached Loop Connectivity	97
Connecting FC-AL Devices to a Switched Fabric	97
Server Consolidation	98
Tape Device Consolidation	99
Fabric Topologies	100
Mesh Fabric	100
Core-to-Edge Fabric	102
SAN Islands	104
Planning for Multiswitch Fabric Support	104
Fabric Topology Limits	105
Factors to Consider When Implementing a Fabric Topology	106
General Fabric Design Considerations	115
Fabric Initialization	116
Fabric Performance	117
Fabric Availability	123
Fabric Scalability	125
Obtaining Professional Services	126
Mixed Fabric Design Considerations	126
FCP and FICON in a Single Fabric	127
Multiple Data Transmission Speeds in a Single Fabric	137
FICON Cascading	138
High-Integrity Fabrics	139
Minimum Requirements	140
FICON Cascading Best Practices	141
Implementing SAN Internetworking Solutions	145
SAN Island Consolidation	146
Flexible Partitioning Technology	148
SAN Routing	152
Implementing BC/DR Solutions	180
Extended-Distance Operational Modes	181
SAN Extension Transport Technologies	183
Distance Extension Through BB_Credit	193
Intelligent Port Speed	195
Distance Extension Best Practices	199
Consolidating and Integrating iSCSI Servers and Storage	202
iSCSI Protocol	203
iSCSI Server Consolidation	204
iSCSI Storage Consolidation	205
Physical Planning Considerations	207
Port Connectivity and Fiber-Optic Cabling	207
Port Requirements	208
SFP Optical Transceivers	209
Extended-Distance Ports	212
High-Availability Considerations	212
Fibre Channel Cables and Connectors	212
Routing Fiber-Optic Cables	214
Management Server, LAN, and Remote Access Support	215
Management Server	215
Remote User Workstations	217
SNMP Management Workstations	219
SANpilot Interface	220
Security Provisions	221
Password Protection	221
SANtegrity Authentication	222
SANtegrity Binding	225
PDCM Arrays	226
Preferred Path	229
Zoning	231
Server and Storage-Level Access Control	235
Security Best Practices	236
Optional Feature Keys	239
Inband Management Access	241
Flexport Technology	242
SANtegrity Authentication	243
SANtegrity Binding	243
OpenTrunking	243
Full Volatility	244
Full Fabric	245
Remote Fabric	245
CNT WAN Support	246
Element Manager Application	246
Configuration Planning Tasks	249
Task 1: Prepare a Site Plan	250
Task 2: Plan Fibre Channel Cable Routing	251
Task 3: Consider Interoperability with Fabric Elements and End Devices	252
Task 4: Plan Console Management Support	253
Task 5: Plan Ethernet Access	254
Task 6: Plan Network Addresses	255
Task 7: Plan SNMP Support (Optional)	258
Task 8: Plan E-Mail Notification (Optional)	259
Task 9: Establish Product and Server Security Measures	259
Task 10: Plan Phone Connections	260
Task 11: Diagram the Planned Configuration	261
Task 12: Assign Port Names and Nicknames	261
Task 13: Complete the Planning Worksheet	262
Task 14: Plan AC Power	276
Task 15: Plan a Multiswitch Fabric (Optional)	277
Task 16: Plan Zone Sets for Multiple Products (Optional)	278
Task 17: Plan SAN Routing (Optional)	279
Task 18: Complete Planning Checklists	282
Product Specifications	287
Director, Fabric Switch, and SAN Router Specifications	287
Dimensions	287
Power Requirements	289
Heat Dissipation	290
Clearances	290
Acoustical Noise and Physical Tolerances	292
Storage and Shipping Environment	292
Operating Environment	293
FC-512 Fabricenter Cabinet Specifications	293
Dimensions	293
Power Requirements	294
Clearances	294
Cabinet Footprint	294
Firmware Summary	297
System-Related Differences	297
Fibre Channel Protocol-Related Differences	299
Management-Related Differences	301

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Configuration Planning Tasks

Task 15: Plan a Multiswitch Fabric (Optional)

If a multiswitch fabric topology is to be implemented, carefully plan

the physical characteristics and performance objectives of the

topology, including the proposed number of fabric elements,

characteristics of attached devices, cost, nondisruptive growth

requirements, and service requirements. Refer to

Fabric Topologies

Planning for Multiswitch Fabric Support

, and

General Fabric Design

Considerations

for detailed information.

When two or more fabric elements are connected through ISLs to

form a fabric, the elements must have compatible operating

parameters, compatible name server zoning configurations, and

unique domain identifications (IDs). Planning for a fabric must be

carefully coordinated with planning for zoned configurations. The

following factors should be considered when planning for a

multiswitch fabric:

•

Fabric topology limits -

Consider the practical number of fabric

elements (theoretical maximum of 31, practical limit of 24),

number of ISLs per element, hop count (maximum of three), and

distance limitations (limited by port type and cable availability).

•

Multiple ISLs for bandwidth and load balancing -

Consider

using multiple ISLs to increase the total bandwidth available

between two fabric elements. If heavy traffic between devices is

expected, also consider multiple ISLs to create multiple

minimum-hop paths for load balancing.

If multiple ISL connections are planned, ensure the

OpenTrunking feature key is ordered with the Element Manager

application. This feature automatically provides dynamic load

balancing across multiple ISLs in a fabric environment.

•

Principal switch selection -

If required, plan which fabric

element is to be assigned principal switch duties for the fabric.

•

Critical operations -

Consider routing paths that transfer data for

critical operations directly through one director or fabric switch

and not through the fabric.

Planning and implementing a multiswitch fabric is a complex and

difficult task. Obtain planning assistance from McDATA’s

professional services organization before implementing a fabric

topology.