HP StorageWorks 8B HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide
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by government is subject to restrictions as set forth in subdivision (c) (1) (ii) service names are or may be trademarks or service marks of, and are used to identify products of services of their respective owners. Safety notices Any servicing concepts or operating instructions. CAUTION Denotes a - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 3
Contents 3 Installing the Switch as a Stand-Alone Unit 3 Installing the Switch in a Rack 4 2 Setup 19 System Components 19 SFP Media Side 20 Fan Side 21 Power Supply 21 Fabric Operating System 22 SFPs 22 Fibre Channel Cable Connections 22 Configuring and Connecting the Switch 23 Saving - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 4
Ports 30 Setting Up Speed Negotiation 30 Configuring Supported Devices 31 3 Diagnostics 35 Switch Status Indicators 35 LEDs on the SFP Media Side 36 LEDs on the Fan Side 39 Maintenance and Diagnostic Tests 40 Error Messages 42 Getting Support 43 Service and Support 43 Additional Licenses - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 5
8B and FC A7346-96002 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Entry Switch 8B and FC A7346-11001 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Documentation CD HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Entry Switch 8B and FC Available on CD 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Installation and Reference Guide Fabric OS Reference Manual - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 6
3.0 Zoning User's Guide, version 3.0 MIB Reference Manual, version 3.0 Available on CD Available on CD Available on CD Available on CD ISL Trunking User's Guide, version 3.0 Advanced Performance Monitoring User's Guide, version 3.0 Merging Heterogeneous Fabrics Instructions Available on CD - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 7
1 INSTALLING THE SWITCH Product Description The FC Entry Switch 8B and FC Switch 8B products are 8-port Fibre Channel gigabit switches that support link speeds up to 2 Gbps. Each port automatically negotiates to the highest common speed of all devices connected to the port. The ports are compatible - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 8
operation of the switch: • The supply circuit, line fusing, and wire size must conform to the electrical rating on the switch nameplate. • The ambient air temperature near the switch must not exceed 40 degrees Celsius. This is particularly important to verify if the switch is installed in a closed - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 9
Guide • HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Entry Switch 8B and FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Documentation CD Installing the Switch as a Stand-Alone Unit This section provides instructions for setting up the switch as a stand-alone unit on a flat surface. The following items are required: • FC Entry Switch 8B or FC - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 10
instructions on how to set the IP address, see "Configuring and Connecting the Switch" on page 23. Installing the Switch in a Rack This section provides instructions for installing the FC Entry Switch 8B or FC Switch 8B in an HP or Compaq/Rittal rack. Figure 1. FC Entry Switch 8B and FC Switch 8B - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 11
The following items are required to install the switch in a rack: • FC Entry Switch 8B or FC Switch 8B • Power cable • #2 Phillips and T25 Torx screwdrivers • Plenum • Rails and rail mounting hardware: (2) Rear mounting bracket Installing the Switch (8) #8-32 x 5/16 Phillips pan-head screw with - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 12
FC Entry Switch 8B or FC Switch 8B faces the rear of the rack. This mounting allows air to enter the front of the rack through the plenum and to exhaust at the rear of the rack, similar to other rack-mounted equipment. This prevents switch overheating that may cause it to fail. To install the switch - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 13
Figure 2. Installing the Rear Rail-Tray Brackets 4. Install two M5 U-type Tinnerman clips for each of the front columns of the rack in the top and bottom positions of the three-hole EIA pattern as shown in Figure 3. Installing the Switch 7 - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 14
assembly, two rubber washers have been included to help keep the rear slotted portion of the outer rail flush against the rear rail-tray brackets. Install them as shown in Figure 4. 8 Getting Started - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 15
Washers b. Insert the alignment pins attached to the outer rail front flange into the center opening in the rack. c. Install one M5 Torx screw in the upper hole location of the right rail. Then, install one M5 Torx screw in the lower location of the left rail. See Figure 5. Note Do not - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 16
lengths can cause damage to internal components of the switch. Be sure to install the flat washers along with the pan-head screws. switch. Figure 6. Assembling the Inner Rails 7. Insert the switch with the attached inner rails into the outer rails as shown in Figure 7. 10 Getting Started Guide - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 17
Figure 7. Installing the Switch into an HP Rack 8. Install the two remaining M5 Torx screws into the upper left and lower right holes to complete the installation. See Figure 8. Installing the Switch 11 - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 18
time it is turned on. Note Do not connect the switch to the network until the IP address is correctly set. For instructions on how to set the IP address, see "Configuring and Connecting the Switch" on page 23. To install the switch in a Compaq/Rittal rack: 1. Check contents of the shipping carton - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 19
-Tray Brackets 4. Install two #10-32 square Tinnerman nuts for each of the front columns of the rack in the top and bottom positions of the three-hole EIA pattern. Also install one spacer in the center position for each column on the front of the rack. See Figure 10. Installing the Switch 13 - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 20
assembly, two rubber washers have been included to help keep the rear slotted portion of the outer rail flush against the rear rail-tray brackets. Install them as shown in Figure 11. 14 Getting Started - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 21
#10-32 x 5/8 Phillips pan-head screw in the upper hole location of the right rail. Then, install one #10-32 x 5/8 Phillips pan-head screw in the lower location of the left rail as shown in Figure 12. Note Do not install the upper left and lower right screws until later. Installing the Switch 15 - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 22
Assemble each of the two inner rails (one on each side of the switch and plenum) using eight #8-32 x 5/16 Phillips pan-head screws of any longer lengths can cause damage to internal components of the switch. Be sure to install the flat washers along with the pan-head screws. Before tightening screws - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 23
Figure 13. Assembling the Inner Rails 7. Insert the switch with the attached inner rails into the outer rails as shown in Figure 14. Figure 14. Installing the Switch into a Compaq/Rittal Rack 8. Install the remaining #10-32 x 5/8 Phillips pan-head screws into the upper left and lower right holes to - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 24
. The switch runs POST (power on self-test) by default each time it is turned on. Note Do not connect the switch to the network until the IP address is correctly set. For instructions on how to set the IP address, see "Configuring and Connecting the Switch" on page 23. 18 Getting Started Guide - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 25
FC Entry Switch 8B or FC Switch 8B consists of the following components: • A chassis designed to be mounted in a 1U rack space, with forced-air cooling that flows from the fan side of the switch the switch. • A total of 20 LEDs: - One LED on the SFP media side to indicate the overall switch status. - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 26
LED in the center of the fan side to indicate the overall switch status. • One universal input power supply. • Five fans: and its corresponding LEDs. Figure 16. The SFP Media Side of the FC Entry Switch 8B and FC Switch 8B The switch ports are color-coded into two groups of four, to indicate which - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 27
about ISL Trunking, refer to the ISL Trunking User's Guide. Figure 17 shows the fan side of the switch, which contains the fans and the switch status LED. Power Supply Figure 17. The Fan Side of the FC Entry Switch 8B and FC Switch 8B The power supply is universal and capable of functioning - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 28
a large number of commands and libraries to manage real-time tasks. See the Fabric OS Reference Manual and the Fabric OS Procedures Guide for details. SFPs The FC Entry Switch 8B or FC Switch 8B accommodates up to 8 SFPs (small form factor pluggable media). The SFPs supported are the SWL (short - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 29
procedure provides instructions for configuring and connecting the FC Entry Switch 8B or FC Switch 8B for use in a network and fabric. The following items are required to configure and connect the FC Entry Switch 8B or FC Switch 8B: • The FC Entry Switch 8B or FC Switch 8B installed and connected - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 30
switch to the workstation or to a network containing the workstation • SFPs and FC cables as required to connect the switch to the fabric To configure the switch cable provided with the switch. b. Connect the other Verify that the switch has power and Unix environment), and configure as follows: - - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 31
the terminal emulator application, log on to the switch with administrative privileges through the serial connection. The default administrative logon is admin and the default password is password. CAUTION Do not change the default password unless local administration policy requires it. g. Enter - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 32
The serial port is intended only for use during the initial setting of the IP address and for service purposes. Using the serial port during normal switch operation or for regular maintenance is not recommended. 2. Connect the switch to the workstation computer by Ethernet cable (can be a direct - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 33
settings without completing all the prompts. f. Re-enable the switch condition. 6. If necessary, install or change the SFPs ( requirements, refer to the ISL Trunking User's Guide. a. Remove the shipping plugs from the the latching mechanism clicks. For instructions specific to the SFP type, refer - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 34
Switch Configuration Settings FTP must be used on Windows workstations to backup the system configuration. The FTP server must be running before an upload can occur. Use the RSHD service or FTP on a UNIX machine. Note The two supplied utilities, RSHD.EXE and CAT.EXE currently do not support uploads - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 35
the system configuration settings from a backup: 1. Verify that the RSHD service or the FTP service is running on the host workstation (Windows or UNIX). 2. Login to the switch as the admin user. 3. Shut down the switch by entering the following command: switchDisable 4. At the command line enter - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 36
removed from QuickLoop using the telnet commands qlPortEnable and qlPortDisable. See the QuickLoop User's Guide for more details. Setting Up Speed Negotiation There are two methods for configuring the ports on the FC Entry Switch 8B and FC Switch 8B. The port can be set to auto-sensing mode, which - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 37
. See the Fabric OS Reference Manual for a detailed command description. Configuring Supported Devices HP Surestore Director FC-64 Switch The FC Entry Switch 8B or FC Switch 8B switch can be used with the HP Surestore Director FC-64 switch. Specific configurations must be set on both devices to make - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 38
Fabrics Instructions white paper on the FC Entry Switch 8B or FC Switch 8B Documentation CD. HP Surestore VA 7400 The FC Entry Switch 8B or FC Switch 8B also can support a 2Gb connection to an HP Surestore Virtual Array 7400. Set the port speed to 2Gb using the telnet command portCfgSpeed - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 39
Private Loop Devices To work with private loop devices such as the FC 60, the FC 10, or the SCSI bridge FC 4/2, set the FC Entry Switch 8B or FC Switch 8B port as an L_PORT. See the telnet command portCfgLport. Setup 33 - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 40
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and status can be determined through the activity of the LEDs on the switch. Note The LEDs may flash yellow during diagnostic tests, and green, yellow, or orange during POST. This is normal, and does not indicate a problem unless the LEDs do not display a healthy pattern after POST or the other - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 42
with the LEDs identified. Figure 18. The SFP Media Side of the FC Entry Switch 8B and FC Switch 8B Note The LEDs may flash different colors during diagnostic tests and POST. This does not indicate a problem unless the LEDs do not display a healthy pattern after POST or the other diagnostic tests - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 43
Action One or more ports are not ready Verify that the switch for use. Switch may be booting has completed or disabled, or one or more For more information about the error log, refer to the Fabric OS Procedures Guide. The following table describes the port status LEDs located above each port on - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 44
; off 1 second) The port is disabled (result of diagnostics or portDisable command). Reset the port from a management station. Fast-flashing orange (on 1/4 second; off 1/4 second) The port is faulty. Reset the switch from a management station. Alternating green Port is bypassed. and Guide - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 45
with the LED identified. Figure 19. The Fan Side of the FC Entry Switch 8B and FC Switch 8B Note The LEDs may flash different colors during diagnostic tests and POST. This does not indicate a problem unless the LEDs do not display a healthy pattern after POST or the other diagnostic tests are - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 46
Fabric OS Procedures Guide. Maintenance and Diagnostic Tests Neither the FC Entry Switch 8B nor FC Switch 8B requires any regular physical maintenance and is designed to minimize the chance of failure. Diagnostic tests are provided to help troubleshoot the hardware and the firmware. The diagnostic - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 47
Fabric OS Procedures Guide. Note The transmit and receive speed of the links may be temporarily locked to a specific speed during diagnostic testing. Test Command Description Error Log errDump Displays the error log without page breaks. Switch Offline switchDisable Sets the switch to offline - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 48
online. Spin Silk Test spinSilk Checks all switch paths at the maximum speed of 1 Switch Online switchEnable Returns switch to command. Note any messages before removing power from the switch; error messages are stored in RAM and are lost when power is removed. See the Fabric OS Reference Manual - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 49
Getting Support Service and Support There are no customer serviceable parts in the FC Entry Switch 8B or FC Switch 8B. For the most current technical support information for the FC Entry Switch 8B and FC Switch 8B, visit the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com/support/fc8B. Additional Licenses For - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 50
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general specifications for the FC Entry Switch 8B and FC Switch 8B. Specification Description Fabric Complies with FC-SW 5.0 initialization IP over Fibre Complies with FC-IP 2.3 of the FCA profile Channel (FC-IP) System Non-blocking shared-memory switch architecture System processor Intel - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 52
Modes of operation Fibre Channel Class 2 and Class 3 Aggregate switch I/O bandwidth 32 Gbps if all 8 ports running at 2 ) Altitude (non-operating) Shock (operating) Acceptable Range 10°C to 40°C -35°C to 65°C 20% to 85% RH non-condensing, at 40°C 85% RH non-conducting, at 70°C 0 to 3 kilometers - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 53
(operating) Vibration (non-operating) Acceptable Range 20 G, 11 MS duration, sq. wave 5 G, 0-3 kHz at 1.0 octave/minute 10 G, 0-5 kHz at 1.0 octave/minute Dimensions The following table lists the dimensions of the FC Entry Switch 8B and FC Switch 8B. Dimension Height Depth Width Weight Value - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 54
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operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 56
operation) Nach ISO 7779:1999 (Typprüfung) VCCI EMC Statement (Japan) Harmonics Conformance (Japan) BSMI EMC Statement (Taiwan) RRL EMC Statement (Korea) 50 Getting Started Guide - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 57
. In the USA, the SFP module is certified as a Class 1 Laser product, conforming to the requirements contained in Department Of Health and Human Services (DHHS) regulation 21 CFR, Subchapter J. The certification is indicated by a label on the metal SFP housing. Outside the USA, the SFP is certified - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 58
/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014 Manufacturer's Name: Hewlett-Packard Company Network Storage Solutions Organization Manufacturer's Address: 8000 Foothills Blvd. Roseville, CA 95747 USA declares, that the product Product Name: hp surestore fc 1Gb/2Gb entry switch 8B hp surestore fc 1Gb/2Gb switch 8B - HP StorageWorks 8B | HP Surestore FC 1Gb/2Gb Switch 8B Getting Started Guide - Page 59
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Company 2001. All right reserved. Reproduction, adaptation, or translation without prior written permission is prohibited except as allowed under the copyright laws. Printed in U.S.A. E1201 Manual Part Number A7346-96002 *A7346-96002*
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