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- HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 1
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Management Features 1-3 Fabric OS Integration 1-5 Concepts 1-6 Logical Groups 1-6 Local Files 1-6 Import/Export 1-7 ISL Checking 1-7 Security 1-7 Chapter 2 Installing Fabric Manager Requirements 2-1 Switch Requirements 2-1 Workstation Requirements 2-1 Fabric Manager User's Guide iii - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 4
Installing a Web Browser 2-3 Configuring the Web Browser 2-3 Installing Fabric Manager on the Windows Workstation . . . 2-4 Launching the Switch Options available in the Fabric Manager View 3-2 Menus 3-2 Tool Bar 3-5 SAN Elements Panel 3-6 Switch View 3-9 File Menu New 4-1 Close 4-2 Fabric - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 5
6-4 Switch Connection Controls 6-4 Device Connection Controls 6-6 Management Access Controls 6-7 Fabric Configuration Servers 6-11 Options 6-13 Zone Admin 6-14 Name Server 6-14 ISL 6-14 Set Time 6-15 Fabric Checking 6-15 Tools Menu Download Firmware 7-2 Fabric Manager User's Guide v - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 6
Help 8-2 Context Sensitive Help Sample Window 8-2 Status Legend 8-3 About 8-4 Tool Bar Address Window 9-1 Fabric Login Icon 9-2 Login Setup Window 9-2 Log Window 9-4 Print Table Icon 9-5 Download Firmware Icon 9-6 Download Firmware Window 9-6 Sequenced Reboot Icon 9-8 Sequenced Reboot - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 7
from a File 11-3 Download and Apply Baseline Configuration from a Switch 11-4 Validate Merge-ability of Two Fabrics 11-5 Monitor ISLs 11-5 Download Firmware 11-6 Create a Reboot Group 11-6 Setup a Sequenced Reboot 11-7 Implementing Security 11-8 Glossary Index Fabric Manager User's Guide vii - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 8
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a valid license key to function. It is supported for HP Brocade switches (HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Entry Switch 8B, HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B, HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 16B, HP Brocade 2400 and 2800 switches, and HP Surestore FC Switch 6164) using Fabric OS version 3.0.1b or later - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 10
Web site at http://www.hp.com/support/fc8B: • HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Entry Switch 8B and FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide (A7346-90902) • HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Entry Switch 8B and FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Installation and Reference Guide • Fabric OS Reference Manual, version 3.0 • Fabric OS - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 11
on the FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 16B Documentation CD and at the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com/support/fc16B: • HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 16B Quick Start Guide (A7340-96002) • HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 16B Installation and Reference Guide • Fabric OS Reference Manual, version 3.0 • Fabric - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 12
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provides improved performance over Web Tools alone. Fabric Manager is installed on the workstation, and can be used to manage any FC Entry Switch 8B and FC Switch 8B switches that have Fabric OS version 3.0.1b or later and Web Tools v3.0 or later installed. All switches in the fabric are represented - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 14
by providing rapid access to critical SAN information across both Fabric OS SANs and enhanced Fabric OS SANs. Capabilities In cooperation with Web Tools, the FC Entry Switch 8B and FC Switch 8B provide the following information and capabilities: • Configure and manage the fabric on multiple - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 15
display is tailored to facilitate a high degree of efficiency when working with multiple storage area networks (SANS), medium to large SANs and up to 200 HP Brocade fabric switches. Fabric Manager provides object status of critical fabric elements such as Fabric Events, capturing this information - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 16
set of fabric switch passwords. Secure and Encrypted objects can be utilized across all secure features within the platform and across logical groups. For more information, refer to Telnet on page 6-4. Highly Flexible Firmware Download The Firmware Download feature is dynamically configurable - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 17
ability to work easily with these management tools is unique and highly functional, effectively reducing the time and costs of managing SANs. Fabric OS Integration The Fabric OS version running on the switch will determine what functionality is supported by Fabric Manager. A matrix that outlines the - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 18
Fabric Manager (Unshaded = not supported) 2.2- 2.6 2.5 Firmware Download Sequenced Reboot Fabric Merge License Management Configuration Handling Multi-Fabric Support Logical Groups ISL Monitoring Security FA 2.0 Switch Status Detail (starts 2.5) Set Time FA 2.0 FA 2.0 Figure - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 19
between hosts through the Import and Export options. Additionally, configuration information can be imported from files. For more information about as well as causing the status color of the switch to change during an event. For information about setting up ISL checking, see ISL on page 6-14 and - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 20
1 Introducing Fabric Manager 1-8 Fabric Manager User's Guide - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 21
for the correct installation and operation of Fabric Manager. Switch Requirements Fabric Manager can be used to manage HP Brocade switches that meet the following requirements: • One of the following switches: FC Entry Switch 8B, FC Switch 8B, HP Brocade 2400/2800 switches, FC 16B, and FC 6164 - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 22
-in on the workstation, if not already installed. • Installation of one of the supported Web browsers on the workstation, if not already installed. • Configuration of the Web browser for use with Fabric Manager. • Installation of the FC Entry Switch 8B or FC Switch 8B on the computer to be used as - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 23
Configuring Internet Explorer Correct operation of the FC Entry Switch 8B or FC Switch 8B with Internet Explorer requires clearing the Web browser cache after installation and specifying the appropriate settings using Internet Explorer 4.x, or from the Tools menu if using 5.x. 2. Select the General - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 24
Installing Fabric Manager To set the refresh frequency: 1. Select Internet Options from the View menu if using Internet Explorer 4.x, or from the Tools menu if using 5.x. 2. Select the General tab and click Settings Explorer 4.x, or Tools > Internet Options configuration information. To install - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 25
installer. Note: Clicking Exit at this point does not undo the installation, but does prevent the ReadMe file from being displayed. Configuring a Browser for Secure Telnet Once you have Secure Telnet software installed, you can configure a browser to use Secure Telnet Fabric Manager User's Guide - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 26
4.0 or higher Note: When you first install Internet Explorer, it should already be able to open a telnet application (called RUNDLL.32). Follow these instructions if you wish to change the default telnet application, or if a default telnet application is not set. 2-6 Fabric Manager User's Guide - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 27
box. Launching the Switch through Windows You can launch the FC Entry Switch 8B or FC Switch 8B once Fabric Manager and the Java Plug-in are both installed on the workstation. To launch the switch: 1. Select Start pathname in the properties file is not recommended. Fabric Manager User's Guide 2-7 - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 28
) as the application for this file. 3. Enter a new line starting with "BrowserPath=", followed by the correct pathname for the : 1. Select Start > Settings > Control Panel. 2. Double-click the Add/Remove control panel. 3. On the Install/Uninstall tab of the control 2-8 Fabric Manager User's Guide - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 29
Windows on page 2-7. The FC Entry Switch 8B or FC Switch 8B launches, displaying the Fabric View (default), as shown in Figure 3-1. Figure 3-1 Fabric View The following is the Fabric View with the Fabric Icon selected. Refer to San Elements Tab Icons on page 3-7. Fabric Manager User's Guide 3-1 - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 30
available in the Pull-Down menus. For more information about these options, see File Menu on page 4-1, View Menu on page 5-1, Actions Menu on page 6-1, Tools Menu on page 7-1, or Help Menu on page 8-1. 3-2 Fabric Manager User - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 31
File > View > Actions > Fabric Manager User's Guide 3 Fabric Manager View The File pull-down menu provides the following options: following options: • Switch View • Events • Admin • Fabric Watch • Telnet • Security • Zone Admin • Name Server • ISL - ISL Checking - Restamp • Set Time • Fabric - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 32
View Tools > Help > The Tools pull-down menu provides the following options: • Download Firmware • Reboot - Create Reboot Sequence - Sequence Reboot • Config - Save Baseline - Compare/Download From File - Compare/Download From Switch • Licensing - Import From File - Load From Switch • Fabric - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 33
Print Table Icon on page 9-5 or Print on page 4-12. Select to setup firmware downloads for multiple switches at once. For more information about this option, see Download Firmware on page 7-2. Select to set up switches to reboot in a chosen order. For more information, refer to Sequenced Reboot on - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 34
Elements Panel is shown in the default view in Figure 3-4. Figure 3-4 SAN Elements Panel The Navigation Tree control of the SAN Elements Panel displays various nodes, such as Fabrics, Groups, Reboot Groups, Devices, Switches, Ports, etc. Some views in Fabric Manager may show only some nodes, but not - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 35
Fabric Icon Select the Fabric Icon from the San Elements column to view a fabric view of the entire fabric, rather than individual switches. See Fabric View with the Fabric Icon For information about this view, see Switch Connection Controls Tab of the Security Menu on page 6-5. Fabric Manager User - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 36
Click to open the Fabric Topology view. For information, see the Web Tools User's Guide. Clicking on the word "Groups" in the navigation tree causes the Group on page 4-6. Filter tab Use the Filter tab of the SAN Elements Panel to search for switches by IP Address, Name, Type, Version (FOS), WWN, - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 37
Filter Tab of the SAN Elements Panel Switch View Use the Switch View portion of the Fabric View to manage individual switches. Launching the Switch View in Fabric Manager actually launches a partner management tool called Web Tools. For more information about the Switch View, see Switch View on page - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 38
Switch Panel The Switch Panel representing an individual switch in the fabric. A Switch Panel displays for each individual switch in the fabric. SilkWorm Integrated Fabric Panel The Switch Switch Icon Fabric Events Button Click to open Switch View for the switch. Each switch of the switch (for - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 39
of the switch. Displays the type of switch configuration. Displays the version of Fabric OS installed on the switch. Displays a number that uniquely identifies the switch within the . Displays the unique numeric identifier for the switch; assigned by manufacturer. Fabric Manager User's Guide 3-11 - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 40
3 Fabric Manager View 3-12 Fabric Manager User's Guide - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 41
option in the File menu to open a new window to view fabric information. Any windows that are currently active will remain open. Fabric Manager User's Guide 4-1 - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 42
windows that are currently active will remain open. Fabric Login Use the Fabric Login option in the File menu to select and setup a switch, or group of switches, to login to. The Fabric Login window is shown in Figure 4-2. Figure 4-2 Fabric Login Window The following is a description of the fields - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 43
Login. Changes cannot be cancelled once they are applied. Select to save configuration but leave window open. Setting up a Login for Multiple Switches 1. Select File > Fabric Login. The Login Setup window appears. 2. Select the SAN Elements tab to list the available elements by IP, Name, or WWN - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 44
on them. 5. Click the right-arrrow button. The switch will be displayed in the Selected Switch area. 6. Type User ID and Password at the top of the window. 7. Select Test & Apply to determine if login is accepted: or Select OK to save configuration and exit window. or Select Cancel to exit the - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 45
Figure 4-3 The Create Group Window Creating Logical Groups To create a group of controllable SAN objects: 1. Select File > Group > Create. The Create Group window appears. -tree by clicking on it. 6. Select switches from the left navigation tree to be added to the Group. Fabric Manager User - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 46
switches, use Shift/Click. 7. Add selected switches to your group by clicking on the right-arrow button, or by dragging and dropping selections from the navigation-tree to the Group. Importing a Group To import a group of controllable SAN ISL Status • Fabric Change 4-6 Fabric Manager User's Guide - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 47
from Select Protocol drop-down menu. 7. If FTP is the desired protocol, enter a password in the Password Required field. 8. Select OK. Log Parameters Tab Use the Log Parameters tab of the File > Options window to set the path and priority levels for events in the fabric. The Log Parameter tab is - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 48
the Options Window Setting Log Parameters To set log parameters: OK to apply the settings. or Select Cancel to close the window without saving settings to the default state. or Select Help for further details about this window. ISL Status Tab Use the ISL Status tab in the File > Options menu to set - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 49
be monitored due to conflicting ISL Add events. An Add Conflict occurs when two valid ISLs are set to be monitored for the same port in the stamp. Add Status Select Yellow or Red, direct path exists, although there is still an indirect path between switches. Fabric Manager User's Guide 4-9 - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 50
radio buttons to select the desired color to appear when Add, Remove, or Move events occur (Fabric and switch events will appear in the Fabric Events window). 4. Select OK to apply the settings. or Select Cancel to close the window without saving changes. Fabric Change Tab Use the Fabric Change tab - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 51
Fabric Change Handling Allow Adds No Changes OK Cancel Select if you want switches to be added to the Fabric View when the fabric is checked. Automatic Fabric Checking To enable automatic Fabric Checking and to set Fabric Change handling: 1. Select File > Options. The Manager User's Guide 4-11 - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 52
Manager Log in the File menu to view events occurring within the fabric. The Fabric Manager Log is shown in Figure 4-8. 4-12 Fabric Manager User's Guide - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 53
Displays the log levels, such as Debug, Info (information), Warning, or Error. Time Module Displays the time an event occurred. Displays which sub-module (or service), such as Discovery, or License generated the log entry. Fabric Manager User's Guide 4-13 - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 54
File Menu Message Search Filter Close Displays messages regarding events occurring within the fabric, such as switch removal and discovery. Select to launch the Search Dialog box and search for particular data, a severity from the Severity drop-down menu. and/or 4-14 Fabric Manager User's Guide - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 55
using the assigned parameters. or Select Next to select the next switch in the Fabric Manager Log list. or Select Prev to select the previous switch in the Fabric Manager Log list. or Select Close to exit the for (specifying Case or Whole Word, if desired). and/or Fabric Manager User's Guide 4-15 - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 56
to exit the window without saving changes. Use the Exit option in the File menu to close the Fabric Manager program. 4-16 Fabric Manager User's Guide - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 57
of the pull-down menu provides the following options: • Detail • Summary • Table The View Menu is shown in Figure 5-1. Figure 5-1 View Menu Fabric Manager User's Guide 5-1 - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 58
5 View Menu Detail Use the Detail option in the View Menu to see a Fabric View of the switches that includes information such as the Domain ID and the IP Address. The Detailed option of the View menu is shown in Figure 5-2. Figure 5-2 Detailed - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 59
window is shown in Figure 5-3. Table Figure 5-3 Summary Option of the View Menu Use the Table option in the View menu to view and sort switch information in a table-form, rather than in a graphic-form. The Table option of the View menu is shown in Figure 5-4. Figure 5-4 Table Window of the - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 60
5 View Menu Printing Table Reports The Table View is the only view that allows you to use the print option. For more information, refer to Print on page 4-12. 5-4 Fabric Manager User's Guide - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 61
The Actions pull-down menu provides the following options: • Switch View on page 6-2 • Events on page 6-2 • Admin 6-14 • Name Server on page 6-14 • ISL on page 6-14 • Set Time on page 6-15 • Fabric Checking on page 6-15 Note: The options the SAN Elements Panel on page 3-6. The Action Menu - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 62
option of the Actions Menu to open a Web Tools window. For more informations, refer to Switch View on page 10-1 or the Web Tools User's Guide. Events Use the Events option of the Actions Menu to view a log of events for all switches in the fabric. The Events window is shown in Figure 6-2. Figure - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 63
switch. Entries in this area will no longer appear once the issue has been resolved. Some of the events are generated by Fabric Manager, and not by the switch Web Tools. For more detailed information regarding Web Tools, refer to the appropriate version of the Web Tools User's Guide. Fabric - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 64
licensed software. For more detailed information regarding Web Tools, refer to the appropriate version of the Web Tools User's Guide or the Fabric OS Reference Guide. Security Use the Security option of the Actions Menu to configure and manage fabric security policies from chosen access points - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 65
Connection Controls Tab of the Security Menu Adding a Switch to a Secure Fabric To add a switch to a secure fabric: 1. Highlight a secure switch in the SAN Elements tab. 2. Select Actions > Security. 3. Log into the secure switch. For more information, refer to Fabric Login on page 4-2. 4. Select - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 66
, refer to the Fabric OS Reference or the Fabric OS Procedures Guide. Device Connection Controls The Device Connection Controls tab of the Actions Policy 1. Highlight a secure switch in the SAN Elements tab. 2. Select Actions > Security. 3. Log into a secure switch. For more information, refer to - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 67
automatically added to the rhs device ports folder, when the switch is added. 8. Select Activate to save, implement the policy to the selected switches and exit the security dialog box. or Select Save to tab and FRONTPANEL tab of Management Control Access window: Fabric Manager User's Guide 6-7 - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 68
6 Actions Menu Figure 6-6 SES Sub-Tab of the Management Access Control Tab Figure 6-7 FRONTPANEL Sub-Tab of the Management Access Controls Tab 6-8 Fabric Manager User's Guide - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 69
configuration is saved, implying unrestricted access to listed members. Adding Individual Switch Permissions Follow the steps below to allow additional individual switch Highlight a secure switch in the SAN Elements tab. 2. Select Actions > Security. 3. Log into a secure switch. For more Guide 6-9 - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 70
Switch Permissions Follow the steps below to allow additional individual switch switch in the SAN Elements tab. 2. Select Actions > Security. 3. Log into a secure switch selected switches and sets, there is no remaining way of managing security. These policies have switches as members. Member switches - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 71
secure switch in the SAN Elements tab. 2. Select Actions > Security. 3. Log into a secure switch. switches, and exit the security dialog box. or Select Save to save changes without implementing policies. You can come back later to make changes. Fabric Configuration Servers The Fabric Configuration - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 72
time to complete, depending upon fabric size. 6. Select Activate to save the FCS switch configuration, implement the policy, and exit the security dialog box. or Select Save to save changes without implementing policies. You can come back later to make changes. 6-12 Fabric Manager User's Guide - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 73
new Administrative Password. 7. Verify by entering the new password again. 8. Select the FCS Switches or non-FCS Switches radio button. Note: Select the FCS switches radio button to make a password change to the secure access switch(es). 9. Select Change Password. Fabric Manager User's Guide 6-13 - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 74
Tools, refer to the appropriate version of the Web Tools User's Guide. ISL Use the ISL option of the Actions menu to record and monitor the ISL configuration out if the launch switch is running a version of FOS prior to 2.6 (even if switches under the launch switch are running newer versions - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 75
set and change the time on a fabric or an individual switch. The Set Time window is shown in Figure 6-10. Figure 6-10 Set Time Window Fabric Checking Use the Fabric Checking option of the Actions menu to determine what changes or updates appear in the Fabric View. Fabric Manager User's Guide - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 76
6 Actions Menu Enable Fabric Checking • Select Actions > Fabric Checking. A check mark appears. Repeat this step to disable Fabric Checking. 6-16 Fabric Manager User's Guide - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 77
-down menu provides the following options: • Download Firmware • Reboot - Create Reboot Sequence - Sequence Reboot • Config - Save Baseline - Compare/Download From File - Compare/Download From Switch • Licensing - Import From File - Import From Switch • Fabric Merge The Tools Menu is shown in Figure - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 78
menu to download new firmware to the fabric. The Download Firmware window is shown in Figure 7-4. The Download Firmware window can also be displayed by selecting the Download Firmware icon located in the Tool Bar. For more information, see Open FM Log on page 9-4. 7-2 Fabric Manager User's Guide - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 79
Figure 7-4 Download Firmware Window Downloading Firmware to Multiple Switches For instructions on downloading firmware, see Downloading Firmware to Multiple Switches on page 9-7. Reboot Use the Reboot option of the Tools menu to manage switch reboots and minimize interruption of switch access. The - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 80
reboot group and sequence. The Create Reboot Sequence window is shown in Figure 7-5. Figure 7-5 Create Reboot Sequence Window of Reboot Menu Sequenced Reboot Use the Tools > Reboot > Sequence Reboot option to set up a group of switches to be rebooted in a chosen sequence. 7-4 Fabric Manager User - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 81
option of the Tools menu to create and apply "Baseline" configurations across multiple switches. The Config option Switch Creating a Baseline Switch Configuration For information on creating a Baseline Switch Configuration, see Save a Baseline Configuration on page 11-2. Fabric Manager User's Guide - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 82
from a File on page 11-3. Comparing or Downloading a Switch Configuration From a Switch For information, see Download and Apply Baseline Configuration from a Switch on page 11-4. Licensing Use the Licensing option of the Tools menu to administer and manage licensing information. The Licensing option - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 83
of the License Menu Fabric Merge Use the Fabric Merge option of the Tools menu to facilitate the process of merging two fabrics. Performing a Fabric Merge To select two fabrics as merge candidates: 1. Select Tools. 2. Select Fabric Merge. The Fabric Merge Check window appears, as shown in Figure - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 84
Fabric Merge Check Window 3. Select two fabrics to merge from the drop-down menus. 4. Select the Check button. Testing is initiated to compare configurations that are currently active. Results are displayed in the Merge Check Results window, as shown in Figure 7-8. 7-8 Fabric Manager User's Guide - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 85
7 Tools Menu Figure 7-9 Merge Check Results Window If incompatibilities are found between fabrics, the Zone Merge window appears, as shown in Figure 7-10. Fabric Manager User's Guide 7-9 - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 86
7 Tools Menu Figure 7-10 Fabric Merge Window 5. Select options to remove conflicts. For more information about merging fabrics, see Validate Merge-ability of Two Fabrics on page 11-5. 7-10 Fabric Manager User's Guide - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 87
Help option to view selected information about Fabric Manager features. Sample Help Window A sample of the Help window is shown in Figure 8-2. Fabric Manager User's Guide 8-1 - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 88
. Context Help Context Sensitive Help Sample Window A sample of what you will see when using context sensitive help is shown in Figure 8-3. 8-2 Fabric Manager User's Guide - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 89
appears with information about that object. Status Legend The Status Legend defines the meaning of colors visible in the background of the switch icons. Each color indicates a different operational state: Blue Unknown Green Healthy Yellow Marginal (mix of good and faulty readings) Red Down (more - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 90
that Fabric Manager session. If no data is available from a switch, the most recent background color remains displayed. Note: For all statuses individual switch icon is shown in Figure 8-5. Figure 8-5 Individual Switch The background color of the switch indicates that the status of the switch is - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 91
FM Log on page 9-4 • Print Table Icon on page 9-5 • Download Firmware Icon on page 9-6 • Sequenced Reboot Icon on page 9-8 • Context Sensitive Help Icon on page 9-10 • Help on page 9-11 The Tool Bar is shown in Figure 9-1. Figure 9-1 Tool Bar in Fabric View Address Window Use the Address Window to - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 92
9 Tool Bar Fabric Login Icon Use the Fabric Login icon to access the Fabric Login window, which allows you to select a group of switches to login to. The Fabric Login Setup Window to select a group of switches to login to simultaneously. The Login Setup window is shown in Figure 9-4. 9-2 Fabric - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 93
• Select the Multiple Switches Login Setup Icon, as shown in Figure 9-3. • Select the Login Setup button from the Firmware Download dialog box, the switches. The selected switches will be applied in a table with all their details. 4. Enter the User Name and Password that apply to the switches you - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 94
9 Tool Bar or Choose the Apply button to login to the selected switches. or Choose the Cancel button to close the Login Setup window without saving changes. Open FM Log Use on page 4-12. Fabric Manager Log Window The Fabric Manager Log window is shown in Figure 9-6. 9-4 Fabric Manager User's Guide - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 95
print table reports for review. The Print Table Icon is available through the Fabric View. For more information about the Fabric View, refer to the Tool Bar on page 3-5. The Print Table icon is shown in Figure 9-8. Figure 9-7 Print Table Icon For more information about the Print Table option, refer - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 96
Firmware icon is selected, the Download Firmware window appears, as shown in Figure 9-9. Download Firmware Window Use the Download Firmware window to upgrade the firmware of multiple switches simultaneously. The Download Firmware window is shown in Figure 9-9. 9-6 Fabric Manager User's Guide - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 97
9 Tool Bar Figure 9-9 Download Firmware Window Downloading Firmware to Multiple Switches To use the Download Firmware window to upgrade the firmware to multiple switches: 1. Select the Download Firmware icon, as discussed in Open FM Log on page 9-4. 2. Highlight switches or groups of switches to be - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 98
button to begin firmware download. or Choose the Close button to close the window without saving changes. Sequenced Reboot Icon The Sequenced Reboot icon is shown in Figure 9-10. Figure 9-10 Sequenced Reboot Icon Sequenced Reboot Window Use the Sequenced Reboot window to configure switches to reboot - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 99
Bar Figure 9-11 Sequenced Reboot Window Rebooting Switches To reboot switches without creating a Reboot Group, perform the following steps: 1. Select Tools > Reboot. 2. Select Sequence Reboot. The Sequence Reboot window appears. 3. Select the switches to be rebooted from the navigation-tree. Move - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 100
9 Tool Bar Context Sensitive Help Icon Use the Context Sensitive Help icon to access help on the Fabric Manager screen. The Context Sensitive Sensitive Help To use Context Sensitive Help: 1. Select the Context Sensitive Help icon. A question mark appears on screen. 9-10 Fabric Manager User's Guide - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 101
Help 2. Use your mouse to click an object of interest on screen. A window appears with information about that object. 9 Tool Bar Use the Help icon to view the following areas: • Help • Context Help • Status Legend • About For more information regarding the Help menu, refer to - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 102
9 Tool Bar 9-12 Fabric Manager User's Guide - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 103
the version of Web Tools that is installed on the individual switch. Web Tools When using the Switch View, you are actually accessing Web Tools. For more information on Web Tools, refer to the appropriate version of the Web Tools User's Guide. Access To access Web Tools: 1. Enter Fabric Manager. The - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 104
and information available in Switch View. Port icons Port . Slowly flashing yellow Disabled (diagnostics or portDisable command). Rapidly flashing yellow Error, fault with port. Online but segmented (loopback cable or incompatible switch). Rapidly flashing green Internal loopback (diagnostic) - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 105
or not fully plugged in. Click to view the switch's health status. Events Click to access Switch Events View. Telnet Fabric Watch Click to launch a the Administrative Interface where you can perform switch management functions. Performance Monitor Click to display the Performance Monitor where - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 106
Healthy Yellow Marginal (mix of good and faulty readings) Red Down (more than two faulty readings) Gray Unknown or unmonitored Click to display the switch information. Note: For more information on Web Tools, refer to the appropriate version of the Web Tools User's Guide. 10-4 Fabric Manager User - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 107
11-2 • Filter a Fabric on page 11-2 • Save a Baseline Configuration on page 11-2 • Download and Apply a Baseline Configuration on page 11-3 • Validate Merge-ability of Two Fabrics on page 11-5 • Monitor ISLs on page 11-5 • Download Firmware on page 7-2 • Create a Reboot Group on page 11-6 • Setup - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 108
tab from the SAN Elements Panel. switches that match the criteria will be displayed in the panel below the text box. Save a Baseline Configuration For more information regarding configurations, see Config on page 7-5. To create a baseline configuration, perform the following steps: 1. Select Tools - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 109
Select Tools > Config. 3. Select Compare/Download from File. 4. Browse to select a baseline configuration file and select Open. The Target Switches window appears. 5. Highlight switches that you want to compare to the baseline configuration from the navigation-tree. Fabric Manager User's Guide 11 - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 110
to Create a Reboot Group on page 11-6. 2. Select Tools > Config. 3. Select Compare/Download from Switch. 4. Highlight a switch from the navigation-tree to use as a baseline configuration. Note: You must select one switch only, not a whole fabric. 5. Highlight switches that you want to compare to the - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 111
Tools > Fabric Merge. 4. Select two fabrics to be merge-tested by using the drop-down menus. 5. Select the Check button at the bottom of the window. 6. The Login Setup window appears, if you have not already logged into the switch. Enter the User Name and Password and Fabric Configurations, perform - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 112
, the stamp will be set to the results of the Firmware For information on Downloading Firmware, see Downloading Firmware to Multiple Switches on page 7-3. Create a Reboot Group Perform the following steps to create a reboot group: 1. Select Tools - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 113
to proceed when the confirmation window appears. 7. Select Reboot to administer sequenced reboot. 8. Login to switch if you are prompted. 9. Press Abort to abort the sequenced reboot at any time. If you have set up a delay on the reboot group, a delay timer displays. Press the Play-Pause-Skip button - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 114
Security To set up a secure fabric, perform the following steps: 1. Highlight a switch from the SAN Elements tab. 2. Select Actions > Security. 3. Log into a switch. This switch becomes a secure access point. The Security Admin window appears. 4. Select the Fabric Configuration Servers tab - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 115
8b/10b Encoding An encoding scheme that converts each 8-bit byte into 10 bits. Used to balance ones and zeros in high-speed transports. Address Identifier A 24 facility that supports multicast group set of services. A shared 100 MBps Fibre Channel transport structured as a loop. Can support - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 116
. Connectionless service for control traffic between switches, with notification of delivery or nondelivery of data between the E_Ports. A specified set of delivery characteristics and attributes for frame delivery. Comma A unique pattern (either 1100000 or 0011111) used in 8B/10B encoding to - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 117
Topology, SAN, Cascade. A feature that enables private and public hosts to access public targets anywhere on the fabric, provided they are in the same Fabric Assist zone. This feature is available only when both QuickLoop and Zoning are installed on the switch. Fabric Manager User's Guide Glossary - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 118
initialization of Fibre Channel switches in order to create a multi-switch Fibre Channel fabric. Fibre Channel A protocol service that supports communication between Fibre Channel service Transport providers. See also FSP. Fill Word Firmware An IDLE or ARB ordered set that is transmitted during - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 119
transmission of an ordered set over a Fibre Channel HP FC 6164, consisting of six Silkworm 2250 switches cabled together and configured to handle traffic as a seamless group. IOD ISL ISL Trunking Isolated E_Port In-order Delivery; a parameter that, when set Information Unit; a set of information as - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 120
Link Services A AL_PA values in an arbitrated loop. A set of devices connected in a loop to that is based on 1300mm lasers and supports link speeds of 1.0625 Gbps. May configuration and device information. The MIB types provided with HP Brocade switches are described in the MIB Reference Manual - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 121
the fabric in a loop configuration through an FL_Port. See also Set A transmission word that uses 8B/10B mapping and begins with the K28.5 character. Ordered sets Ordered sets are used transport of frames. A set of information transmitted across series of tests run by a switch after it is turned on. - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 122
gateway. See also Distributed Fabrics. Request Rate The rate at which requests arrive at a servicing entity. See also Service Rate. Route Routing As applies to a fabric, the communication path between two switches. May also apply to the specific path taken by an individual frame, from source to - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 123
; a switch service that stores the configuration of the switch by F_Ports. • Arbitrated loop - Multiple NL_Ports connected in a loop. A mode in which private devices can communicate with public devices across the fabric. Transmission A 10-bit character encoded according to the rules of the 8B/10B - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 124
U_Port UDP ULP ULP_TOV Unicast Web Tools Well-known Address Universal Port; a switch port that can operate as a G_Port, A specified set of zones. Enabling a configuration enables all zones in that Configuration configuration. See also Defined Configuration, Enabled Configuration. Zoning A - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 125
10-3 Fibre Channel Association xi I individual switch icon 3-10 panel 3-10 installing Fabric Manager 2-2 Java Plug-in 2-2 Fabric Manager User's Guide Integrated Fabric panel 3-10 J Java Plug-in installing 2-2 L launching Fabric Manager 2-7 P Plug-in, Java installing 2-2 power supply, status of 10 - HP StorageWorks 8B | Fabric Manager User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 126
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