HP StorageWorks 2/8-EL SAN Switch 2/8 version 3.0.2k release notes
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- HP StorageWorks 2/8-EL | SAN Switch 2/8 version 3.0.2k release notes - Page 1
release notes hp StorageWorks SAN Switch 2/8 Product Version: 3.0.2k Second Edition (February 2003) Part Number: AV-RSB7B-TE This document summarizes late-breaking and supplemental information for the SAN Switch 2/8 EL and SAN Switch 2/8 Power Pak. In the event of conflicting information between - HP StorageWorks 2/8-EL | SAN Switch 2/8 version 3.0.2k release notes - Page 2
the Brocade B weave logo, Brocade: the Intelligent Platform for Networking Storage, SilkWorm, and SilkWorm Express, are trademarks or registered trademarks of constituting an additional warranty. Printed in the U.S.A. SAN Switch 2/8 Version 3.0.2k Release Notes Second Edition (February 2003) Part - HP StorageWorks 2/8-EL | SAN Switch 2/8 version 3.0.2k release notes - Page 3
Purchased the SAN Switch 2/8 EL, page 6 - If You Purchased the SAN Switch 2/8 Power Pak, page 7 ■ Optional Upgrades, page 8 ■ Obtaining Optional Software License Keys from HP, page 8 ■ Orderable Hardware, page 9 ■ hp StorageWorks SAN Switch Software v3.0.2k CD, page 10 ■ v3.0.2k Firmware Overview - HP StorageWorks 2/8-EL | SAN Switch 2/8 version 3.0.2k release notes - Page 4
about the IV_Domain_Fabric License, page 12 - Four Switch Limitation, page 12 - Four Switch Limitation Workarounds, page 13 This document is intended for HP technicians and customers who purchased the SAN Switch 2/8 EL and SAN Switch 2/8 Power Pak models. 4 SAN Switch 2/8 Version 3.0.2k Release - HP StorageWorks 2/8-EL | SAN Switch 2/8 version 3.0.2k release notes - Page 5
Notes, all listed documents are provided on the hp StorageWorks SAN Switch Software v3.0.2k CD, part number AG-RR86C-BE. ■ hp StorageWorks SAN Switch 2/8 Version 3.0.x Installation Guide, part number AA-RSB6B-TE ■ hp StorageWorks SAN Switch 2/8 Version 3.0.2k Release Notes, part number AV-RSB7B - HP StorageWorks 2/8-EL | SAN Switch 2/8 version 3.0.2k release notes - Page 6
on the CD, which is shared with 2/8 SAN Switch products. For the latest supported configurations, please refer to the hp StorageWorks SAN Design Reference Guide, part number AA-RMPNF-TE, available at: http://h18006.www1.hp.com/storage/saninfrastructure.html Additional documentation, including white - HP StorageWorks 2/8-EL | SAN Switch 2/8 version 3.0.2k release notes - Page 7
the performance and status of HP StorageWorks SAN switches, and alerts network managers as problems arise. ■ Full Fabric-Updates a switch from IV_Domain_Fabric OS to Full Fabric OS. ■ ISL Trunking-Using ISL trunking, high speed links ensure that server-to-storage performance is efficient. ■ Advanced - HP StorageWorks 2/8-EL | SAN Switch 2/8 version 3.0.2k release notes - Page 8
upgrades are available for the SAN Switch 2/8: ■ Full Fabric Upgrade-allows the user to upgrade their switch from IV_Domain_Fabric OS to Full section, "Obtaining Optional Software License Keys from HP." Obtaining Optional Software License Keys from HP If you've purchased optional software, or need - HP StorageWorks 2/8-EL | SAN Switch 2/8 version 3.0.2k release notes - Page 9
Note: The hp StorageWorks SAN switch Universal Rack Mount Kit is a separate, orderable item. See the hp StorageWorks SAN switch Universal Rack Mount Kit Installation Addendum, part number AV-RU6YA-TE, supplied with the rack mount kit for installation instructions. SAN Switch 2/8 Version 3.0.2k - HP StorageWorks 2/8-EL | SAN Switch 2/8 version 3.0.2k release notes - Page 10
firmware will not work if loaded onto HP StorageWorks 1 Gb switch models. Additionally, firmware release v3.0.2k provides fixes for problems associated with v3.0.2j. Firmware v3.0.2k Updates Enhancements to firmware V3.0.2k include: ■ 3.0.2k provides support for the hp StorageWorks MSA SAN switch - HP StorageWorks 2/8-EL | SAN Switch 2/8 version 3.0.2k release notes - Page 11
be viewed from a Telnet session using the licenseshow command, or they can be viewed from the Web Tools GUI. Cables Optical cables for the Fibre Channel SAN Switches must be ordered separately. Cables that are 500 meters or less for 1 Gbps and 300 meters or less for 2 Gbps, should be multi-mode - HP StorageWorks 2/8-EL | SAN Switch 2/8 version 3.0.2k release notes - Page 12
the hp StorageWorks SAN Design Reference Guide, part number AA-RMPNF-TE, available at: http://www.compaq.com/products/storageworks/san/documentation.html Note: hp StorageWorks 1 Gb switch models running software version 1.6d are not supported with the SAN Switch 2/8. The minimum supported firmware - HP StorageWorks 2/8-EL | SAN Switch 2/8 version 3.0.2k release notes - Page 13
Limitation Workarounds Use one of the following workarounds to prevent four switch limitation errors. ■ Upgrade the current HP StorageWorks SAN Switch 2/8 EL IV_Domain_Fabric license to the optional Full Fabric license. The Full Fabric license provides full fabric functionality, with no limits - HP StorageWorks 2/8-EL | SAN Switch 2/8 version 3.0.2k release notes - Page 14
4.x, 5.x Note: The browser must be configured to work with Web Tools. For configuration information, refer to the hp StorageWorks Web Tools User Guide contained on the hp StorageWorks SAN Switch Software v3.0.2k CD that shipped with the switch. 14 SAN Switch 2/8 Version 3.0.2k Release Notes - HP StorageWorks 2/8-EL | SAN Switch 2/8 version 3.0.2k release notes - Page 15
In is contained on the hp StorageWorks SAN Switch Software v3.0.2k CD included with the switch. The plug-in is located in the FIRMWARE subdirectory. Double-click on the JAVAPLUGIN.EXE file to begin the installation procedure. SNMP-based Management Many SNMP Fibre Channel Management programs have the - HP StorageWorks 2/8-EL | SAN Switch 2/8 version 3.0.2k release notes - Page 16
SNMP-based Management The switch will send one copy of a trap message to each IP address that is listed in the : (true, t, false, f)-must be set to true or t to enable sending of traps Note: This parameter is set to true or t by default. 16 SAN Switch 2/8 Version 3.0.2k Release Notes
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release notes
hp
StorageWorks
SAN Switch 2/8
Product Version:
3.0.2k
Second Edition (February 2003)
Part Number:
AV-RSB7B-TE
This document summarizes late-breaking and supplemental information for the SAN Switch
2/8 EL and SAN Switch 2/8 Power Pak. In the event of conflicting information between these
Release Notes and other documents contained in this product release, the Release Note content
takes precedence.
For the latest version of these Release Notes and related switch documentation, access the HP
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