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Contents Preface About This Guide v Related Publications v System Requirements and Compatibility vii Getting Help vii Getting Software Updates vii Chapter 1 2-3 Launching Web Tools 2-4 Chapter 3 Fabric View Fabric View 3-1 Fabric Events View 3-5 Web Tools User's Guide i - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 4
Settings Tab 4-17 Performance Monitor 4-17 Graph Types 4-19 Performance Monitor Menus 4-20 Performance Graphs Menu 4-27 Additional Options 4-37 4-38 ii Fabric Manager User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 5
Tab 4-62 Report Tab 4-63 Telnet Interface 4-64 Chapter 5 Port View Port Information View 5-1 PortStats Tab 5-3 GBIC Tab 5-5 Loop Tab 5-8 Glossary Index Web Tools User's Guide iii - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 6
iv Fabric Manager User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 7
products. It is supported on the HP Brocade guide provides the following information about Web Tools: Chapter 1 Introducing Web Tools Chapter 2 Installing Web Tools Chapter 3 The Fabric View Chapter 4 The Switch View Chapter 5 The Port View Provides an overview of Web Tools. Provides instructions - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 8
, version 3.0 • Distributed Fabrics User's Guide, version 3.0 • Zoning User's Guide, version 3.0 • MIB Reference Manual, version 3.0 • ISL Trunking User's Guide, version 3.0 • Advanced Performance Monitoring User's Guide, version 3.0 • Merging Heterogeneous Fabrics Instructions Provided with the FC - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 9
the supportShow telnet command • Detailed description of the problem • Topology configuration • Troubleshooting steps already performed Getting Software Updates For information on obtaining software updates contact your HP account representative or technical support. Web Tools User's Guide vii - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 10
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interface that allows the administrator to monitor and manage entire fabrics and individual switches and ports from a standard workstation. Note: In this Guide references to GBIC in the text and on the product screens represent Small Form Factor Pluggable units (SFPs). Advantages of Web Tools Web - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 12
. See Firmware/Configuration File Administration Tab on page 4-43. Use report capability for switch configuration See Report Tab on page 4-63. information. 1-2 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 13
through Web Tools are: 1. Fabric View 2. Switch View 3. Port Information View Initial Display Upon Launching Web Tools: Fabric View Figure 1-1 Fabric View Web Tools User's Guide 1-3 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 14
information about the functions that are accessible through the Switch View, see The items and information available in Switch View on page 4-2. 1-4 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 15
do with these views, see Chapter 3 Fabric View on page 3-1, Chapter 4 Telnet Interface on page 4-1, or Chapter 5 Port Information View on page 5-1. Web Tools User's Guide 1-5 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 16
1 Introducing Web Tools 1-6 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 17
Windows operating systems only): • 128 MB for fabrics of 21 switches or less • 256 MB for fabrics containing more than 21 switches Web Tools User's Guide 2-1 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 18
to use Web Tools to manage your fabric requires the following steps: • Installation of one of the supported Web browsers on the workstation, if not already installed. • Configuration of the Web browser for use on the Cache panel. 4. Select Clear Disk Cache. 5. Select OK. 2-2 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 19
-in version 1.2.2-02 for Solaris and the patch created by Sun Microsystems, Inc. for use with the Java plug-in on Solaris. Web Tools User's Guide 2-3 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 20
: 1. Locate the Java plug-in on the internet, such as at the Sun Microsystems Web site. 2. Follow the instructions to install the Java plug-in for Solaris. 3. Open the .cshrc file and set the path to the Java plug the Java plug-in is installed on the client machine. 2-4 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 21
2 Installing Web Tools To launch Web Tools: 1. Launch the Web browser. 2. Enter the switch name or IP address in the Location/Address field (Example: http://switch name/) and press . Web Tools launches, displaying the default view, Fabric View. Web Tools User's Guide 2-5 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 22
2 Installing Web Tools 2-6 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 23
assumed to be the local domain. For information specific to a QuickLoop to be available, the QuickLoop switch must be the host domain. Web Tools User's Guide 3-1 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 24
To see the Summary view of the Fabric View, select the Summary View button on the left side of the Fabric View. 3-2 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 25
Server database. Select to open Name Server Table View (for additional information, refer to the Name Server Table View in this document). Web Tools User's Guide 3-3 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 26
about this view, see Switch Events View). Admin Select to open Switch Administration View (for information about this view, see Administrative Interface). 3-4 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 27
3-3 Fabric Events View Note: To sort the events by a particular column, select the column header. To resize a column, drag the column divider. Web Tools User's Guide 3-5 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 28
. Number of consecutive occurrences of same event. Severity level of event: 0 panic (switch reboots) 1 critical 2 error 3 warning 4 information 5 debug Description of event. 3-6 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 29
and Icons that appear in Fabric View on page 3-3. The Fabric Topology View displays, as shown in Figure 3-4. Figure 3-4 Fabric Topology View Web Tools User's Guide 3-7 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 30
Icons that appear in Fabric View on page 3-3. The Name Server window displays, as shown in Name Server Table View on page 3-9. 3-8 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 31
is checked, enter the number of seconds for the refresh interval. Select to refresh the window immediately. Select to close the window. Web Tools User's Guide 3-9 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 32
command. The Fibre Channel FC4 layer types supported by the device, such as IP or FCP. The Fibre Channel classes of service supported by the device. The name of For more detailed information about Zoning, see the Zoning User's Guide. Accessing the Zone Administration View: 1. Launch Web Tools, - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 33
at a time). There are three separate methods for adding members to a zone • A Member • A Zone • A Configuration For more information about configuring Zoning, see the Zoning User's Guide. A description of each of the zoning schemes is shown in Table 3-1. Web Tools User - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 34
only of Domain/Ports and aliases that contain only Domain/Ports.The Port Alias tab is displayed as shown in Figure 3-7 3-12 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 35
circle icon) from the WWN sub-tree. Remove Mem Select to remove the member selected from the Alias Name Members Selection list. Web Tools User's Guide 3-13 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 36
exit the frame without making any changes to the switch. Select to clear all Aliases, Zones, Configs locally on the switch. 3-14 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 37
potential zone members. Member Selection A list of potential zone members, including switches, ports, WWNs, List aliases, and QuickLoop AL_PAs, and Fabric Assists. Web Tools User's Guide 3-15 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 38
exit the window without making any changes to the switch. Click to clear all Aliases, Zones, Configs locally on the switch. 3-16 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 39
. A dialog displays in which you can edit the name of the QuickLoop. A list of the switches available to add to the QuickLoop. Web Tools User's Guide 3-17 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 40
applied. Click to apply all changes made since the Zone Administration View was opened and to exit the Zone Administration View. 3-18 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 41
Assist selected in the FA Name field. This field displays a list of members available to add to the Port Fabric Assist list. Web Tools User's Guide 3-19 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 42
window without making any changes to the switch. Click to clear all Aliases, Zones, Configs, FA Zones locally on the switch. 3-20 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 43
for a Switch name, WWN, Alias, Zone, QuickLoop in the Member Selection List based on the type of objects displayed in that list. Web Tools User's Guide 3-21 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 44
, but not part of the fabric. • Zones with only a single member. The Zoning Configuration Analyze screen is shown in Figure 3-12. 3-22 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 45
a list of the tabs provided in the WWN Level Zoning menu: • WWN Alias • WWN Zone • Quick Loop • WWN Fabric Assist • WWN Config Web Tools User's Guide 3-23 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 46
in all zones. Member Selection List A list of potential alias members, including switches, ports, WWNs, and QuickLoop AL_PAs, and Fabric Assists. 3-24 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 47
to exit the window without making any changes to the switch. Click to clear all aliases, zones, configs locally on the switch. Web Tools User's Guide 3-25 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 48
list depends on the name of the selected zone member. If a name is not selected, the name displays as "null Members". 3-26 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 49
information on managing the QuickLoop feature separately, see Loop Tab in this document. The Quick Loop tab is shown in Figure 3-15. Web Tools User's Guide 3-27 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 50
type of objects displayed in that list. Click to add a member from the member selection list into the QuickLoop member contents. 3-28 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 51
. The WWN Fabric Assist tab is shown in Figure 3-17. Figure 3-16 WWN Fabric Assist tab of the WWN Level Zoning Menu Web Tools User's Guide 3-29 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 52
all the Aliases, Zones, FA Zones defined. Click to replace a WWN with another one in all Aliases, Zones, FA Zones defined. 3-30 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 53
WWN configuration name to be modified. Click to create a new WWN configuration. Click to delete a WWN configuration. Click to rename a WWN configuration. Web Tools User's Guide 3-31 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 54
exit the window without making any changes to the switch. Click to clear all Aliases, Zones, Configs locally on the switch. 3-32 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 55
. The AL_PA Device Alias tab is shown in Figure 3-18. Figure 3-18 AL_PA Device Alias tab of the AL_PA Level Zoning menu Web Tools User's Guide 3-33 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 56
window without making any changes to the switch. Clr All Click to clear all aliases, zones, configs locally on the switch. 3-34 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 57
the type of objects displayed in that list. Add Device Click to add a device that currently is not part of the Fabric. Web Tools User's Guide 3-35 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 58
document. The Quick Loop tab is shown in Figure 3-20. Figure 3-20 Quick Loop tab of the AL_PA Level Zoning menu 3-36 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 59
the switch. Click to apply the changes to the switch. Click to exit the window without making any changes to the switch. Web Tools User's Guide 3-37 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 60
a Switch name, WWN, Alias, Zone, Qloop in the Member Selection List based on the type of objects displayed in that list. 3-38 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 61
to exit the window without making any changes to the switch. Click to clear all Aliases, Zones, Configs locally on the switch. Web Tools User's Guide 3-39 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 62
up mixed aliases. The Alias tab is shown in Figure 3-22. Figure 3-22 Alias tab of the Mixed Level Zoning menu 3-40 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 63
the window without making any changes to the switch. Clr All Click to clear all aliases, zones, configs locally on the switch. Web Tools User's Guide 3-41 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 64
a Switch name, WWN, Alias, Zone, QuickLoop, in the Member Selection List based on the type of objects displayed in that list. 3-42 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 65
to exit the window without making any changes to the switch. Click to clear all aliases, zones, configs locally on the switch. Web Tools User's Guide 3-43 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 66
document. The Quick Loop tab is shown in Figure 3-24. Figure 3-24 Quick Loop tab of the Mixed Level Zoning menu 3-44 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 67
exit the window without making any changes to the switch. Select to clear all Aliases, Zones, and Configs locally on the window. Web Tools User's Guide 3-45 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 68
Fabric Assist selected in the FA Name field. This field displays a list of members available to add to the Fabric Assist. 3-46 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 69
the window without making any changes to the switch. Click to clear all Aliases, Zones, Configs, FA Zones locally on the switch. Web Tools User's Guide 3-47 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 70
Selection list into the Config Member list. Click to remove a member from the Config Members list into the Zone Selection list. 3-48 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 71
exit the window without making any changes to the switch. Select to clear all Aliases, Zones, and Configs, locally on the window. Web Tools User's Guide 3-49 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 72
3 Fabric View 3-50 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 73
-time view of switch status. If the switch is not functioning properly, a message explains the problem detected. Note: Switch status is stored as the variable "switchStatus", and is calculated approximately once displays as shown in Figure 4-1. Figure 4-1 The Switch View Web Tools User's Guide 4-1 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 74
supply present but not operational. Cover plate - Power supply absent or not fully plugged in. Click to view the switch's health status. 4-2 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 75
(more than two faulty readings) Gray - Unknown or unmonitored Click to display the Administrative Interface where you can perform switch management functions. Web Tools User's Guide 4-3 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 76
View. 3. Click the Switch icon. The Switch View displays. 4. Click the Events icon. The Switch Events View displays as shown in Figure 4-2. 4-4 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 77
-to-back occurrences of same event. Severity level of event: 0 panic (switch reboots) 1 critical 2 error 3 warning 4 information 5 debug Message Description of event. Web Tools User's Guide 4-5 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 78
of the fields in the LIP dialog box: Apply Close Click to initialize a loop port. Click to close the LIP dialog box. 4-6 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 79
all the AL_PAs in the loop. Click to enable the AL_PA (must be valid AL_PA). Click to close Enable an AL_PA window. Web Tools User's Guide 4-7 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 80
4 Switch View Fabric Watch View You can use Fabric Watch View to monitor fabric elements for potential problem conditions. For detailed information about Fabric Watch, see the Fabric Watch User's Guide. To access Fabric Watch View: 1. Launch the Web browser. 2. Enter the switch name or IP address in - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 81
4 Switch View Figure 4-7 The Alarm Notifications tab in the Fabric Watch View Web Tools User's Guide 4-9 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 82
Thresholds tab is shown in Figure 4-8. Figure 4-8 The Configure Threshold tab with the Environment class selected in the Fabric Watch View 4-10 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 83
: Changes made within this window will apply to all areas within the class you are working. Click to undo the last changes. Web Tools User's Guide 4-11 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 84
to specify whether you want to be notified when the area is in the acceptable range (OK) or is faulty (FAULTY). 4-12 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 85
are displayed as shown in Figure 4-10: Figure 4-10 The Configure Threshold tab with the Port class selected in Fabric Watch View Web Tools User's Guide 4-13 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 86
. The Configure Threshold tab is shown in Figure 4-11. Figure 4-11 Configure Threshold tab with AL_PA class selected in Performance View 4-14 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 87
-to-End class. For more information on the Performance Monitor, see Performance Monitor on page 4-17 of this document, or the Performance Monitor User's Guide. The Configure Thresholds tab for End-to-End Thresholds is shown in Figure 4-12. Figure 4-12 Configure Threshold tab with End-to-End class - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 88
. For more information on the Performance Monitor, see Performance Monitor on page 4-17 of this document, or the Performance Monitor User's Guide. The Configure Thresholds tab is shown in Figure 4-13. Figure 4-13 Configure Threshold tab with Filter-based class selected in Performance View - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 89
of a switch or port visually by using the graphics. Note: For more information about the Performance Monitor, see the Performance Monitor User's Guide. To access the Performance Monitor: 1. Launch the Web browser and enter the switch name or IP address in the Location/Address field. (Example - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 90
individual canvases can be saved. Each canvas is saved with its name, a brief description, and the graphs which comprise the canvas. 4-18 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 91
. All graphs are real-time. Each graph is updated either every 5 seconds or every 15 seconds. Figure 4-16 Vertical Bar Chart Example Web Tools User's Guide 4-19 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 92
4 Switch View Figure 4-17 Horizontal Bar Chart Example Figure 4-18 Line Chart Example Performance Monitor Menus The Performance Monitor is made up of two main menus: • Actions • Performance Graphs 4-20 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 93
Canvas button Load Canvas Select to load a canvas of 1 to 8 graphs onto the Performance Monitor facility by choosing the highlighted canvas name. Web Tools User's Guide 4-21 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 94
what you will see if you select the Edit Canvas button is shown in Figure 4-21: Figure 4-21 Edit Canvas Example 4-22 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 95
four LUN numbers at a time. 4. Select OK. Note: If you try to enter more than four LUN numbers, a warning window will appear. Web Tools User's Guide 4-23 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 96
Save Current Canvas Configurations option The Canvas Configuration Save menu is shown in Figure 4-24. Figure 4-24 Canvas Configuration Save Menu 4-24 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 97
the Actions pull-down menu. 3. Select the Resource Usage Display option. The Resource Usage Display window appears, as shown in Figure 4-26. Web Tools User's Guide 4-25 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 98
window: 1. Select the Performance icon (from the Switch View). 2. Select the Actions pull-down menu. 3. Select the Print All Graphs option. 4-26 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 99
and traffic. Unlike the Advanced graphs, Basic graphs do not display device-specific information. To access the Basic Monitoring pull-down menu: Web Tools User's Guide 4-27 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 100
example of a Port Throughput Graph, monitoring bytes transmitted and received, is shown in Figure 4-29 Figure 4-29 Port Throughput Graph Example 4-28 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 101
a Switch Throughput Utilization Graph, displaying a sample of the port throughput, is shown in Figure 4-31. Figure 4-31 Switch Throughput Utilization Graph Example Web Tools User's Guide 4-29 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 102
Error Graph, displaying a line of CRC errors for a given port, is shown in Figure 4-33. Figure 4-33 Port Error Graph Example 4-30 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 103
sub-menu allows you to create graphs that monitor switch and port functionality such as traffic and performance that is device-specific. Web Tools User's Guide 4-31 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 104
port. See Figure 4-40. Switch ALPA Error Graph Line Displays CRC errors for a given port and a given AL_PA. See Figure 4-42. 4-32 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 105
be displayed. An example of an SID/DID graph, displaying the traffic between a SID and a DID pair, is shown in Figure 4-37. Web Tools User's Guide 4-33 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 106
LUN to monitor: 1. Double-click on the folder in the Port Selection List window. A drop down list of ports will appear. 4-34 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 107
Graph An example of a SCSI vs IP graph, displaying the percentage of SCSI vs IP frame traffic, is shown in Figure 4-40. Web Tools User's Guide 4-35 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 108
the port "folder", or the small icon that appears next to it. A drop-down list of SID/DID files will appear. 4-36 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 109
pointer Right-Click Options Each graph contains a variety of options that are available by pointing to a graph and right-clicking your mouse. Web Tools User's Guide 4-37 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 110
your mouse in a particular graph. Note: Not all graphs will have all options available, but every graph supports at least the first three options. Zoom In Remove Print Show Tx/Rx Show Tx Show Rx Show Crc functions though the following tabs: • Switch Settings Tab 4-38 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 111
must have administrative privileges. 5. Click OK. The Administrative Interface displays, with the Switch Settings tab selected by default, as shown in Figure 4-2. Web Tools User's Guide 4-39 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 112
and enabling and disabling the switch and compatibility modes. The Switch Settings tab is shown in Figure 4-2. Figure 4-2 Switch Settings Tab 4-40 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 113
not been pressed on this tab, the parameters are returned to the original values the tab had when it was initially displayed. Web Tools User's Guide 4-41 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 114
4 Switch View User Admin Tab You can use the User Admin tab to change the switch User and Admin account names and passwords. The User Admin tab is shown in Figure 4-3. Figure 4-3 User Admin Tab 4-42 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 115
the configuration from a file to the switch • Reset the configuration to the default value • Select the protocol of downloading (FTP or RSH). Web Tools User's Guide 4-43 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 116
the file path must be read-write capable by the user. Config Download Select the radio button to download the firmware. 4-44 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 117
to send SNMP traps, you must first enter the Telnet command snmpMibCapSet. This enables the MIBs on all switches to be monitored. Web Tools User's Guide 4-45 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 118
the fields on the SNMP tab: Name Displays or sets contact information for switch. Default is Field Support. Location Displays or sets the location of switch. Default is End User Premise. Description Displays or of six community strings can be saved to the switch. 4-46 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 119
the table within the Licence Administration tab to remove a listed license from the switch. The License Administration tab is shown in Figure 4-6. Web Tools User's Guide 4-47 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 120
been pressed on this tab, the parameters are returned to the original values the tab had when it was initially displayed. 4-48 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 121
feature requires an active Remote Switch license in both switches. For detailed information on the Remote Switch feature, see the Distributed Fabrics User's Guide. Use the Remote Switch tab to manage the Remote Switch option. This tab displays only when the Remote Switch is installed. The Remote - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 122
when QuickLoop and Zoning are used together, see Zone Administration View in this document. For detailed information about the QuickLoop feature, see the QuickLoop User's Guide. The QuickLoop tab is shown in Figure 4-8. 4-50 Web Tools User - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 123
Port Lists the ports connected to the local switch. Local Switch AL_PAs Lists the AL_PAs of devices connected to the local switch. Web Tools User's Guide 4-51 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 124
been pressed on this tab, the parameters are returned to the original values the tab had when it was initially displayed. 4-52 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 125
controllable from the Configure tab: Fabric Parameters, Virtual Channel Parameters, Arbitrated Loop Parameters and Systems Services. The valid values for each editable field are provided in the Fabric OS Manual description of the "configure" command. The Configure tab is shown in Figure 4-9. Figure - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 126
enables or disables a server that returns information about system operation information through remote procedure calls. Check box to enable rapid system service. Dynamically enables or disables a server that returns information about the user who is logged into the system through remote procedure - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 127
disabled, the rows appear grayed-out in the table within the Extended Fabric tab. The Extended Fabric is shown in Figure 4-10. Web Tools User's Guide 4-55 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 128
been pressed on this tab, the parameters are returned to the original values the tab had when it was initially displayed. 4-56 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 129
IP address. Fibre Channel SubnetMask Displays the Fibre Channel SubnetMask address. Syslog IP/~6 Displays six Syslog IP addresses for a user to configure. Web Tools User's Guide 4-57 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 130
Autosense as well as enable/disable Trunking. The Port Settings tab is shown in Figure 4-12. Figure 4-12 Port Settings Tab 4-58 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 131
not been pressed on this tab, the parameters are returned to the original values the tab had when it was initially displayed. Web Tools User's Guide 4-59 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 132
topology change. Displays Port Number. Use the Cost field to change the link cost for a particular tab. Displays In Port number. 4-60 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 133
not been pressed on this tab, the parameters are returned to the original values the tab had when it was initially displayed. Web Tools User's Guide 4-61 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 134
4-14 Trunking Tab Following is a description of the fields on the Trunk Information tab: Close Click to exit the current tab. 4-62 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 135
all the switches, interswitch links and ports in the Fabric. The Report tab is shown in Figure 4-15. Figure 4-15 Report Tab Web Tools User's Guide 4-63 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 136
active session or it has been aborted, the following dialog appears as shown in Figure 4-17. Figure 4-17 The Telnet Interface 4-64 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 137
4 Switch View 5. Enter your user name and password (the account used must have administrative privileges). Web Tools User's Guide 4-65 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 138
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the Switch icon in Fabric View. The Switch View displays. 4. Click a Port icon. The Port Information View displays, as shown in Figure 5-1. Web Tools User's Guide 5-1 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 140
5 Port View Figure 5-1 Port Information View The following tabs are available in Port Information View: • PortStats Tab • GBIC Tab • Loop Tab 5-2 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 141
information about transmission speed, reception speed, and the volume of traffic through the selected port. The PortStats tab is shown in Figure 5-2. Web Tools User's Guide 5-3 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 142
than minimum. Long Frames Number of frames longer than maximum. Bad End-of-Frames Number of frames with faulty end-of-frames. 5-4 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 143
the selected port. The information displayed depends on the type of GBIC installed. The GBIC tab is shown in Figure 5-3. Note: In this guide references to GBIC represent Small Form Factor Pluggable units (SFP). • Standard GBIC Module type (short wave, long wave, etc.). • Serial ID GBIC Module - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 144
Short wave serial ID GBIC Short wave serial ID GBIC Indicates the GBIC speed, which can be 100 or 200 MB/sec. 5-6 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 145
optical power in micro Watts. Tx Power Transmitted optical power in micro Watts (longwave only). Current Laser diode drive current in mAmps. Web Tools User's Guide 5-7 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 146
initialized. Displays number of times looplet failed to successfully initialize. Displays number of times looplet was not included as part of QuickLoop. 5-8 Web Tools User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 147
switch operated in dual switch mode. Displays time of latest QuickLoop initialization. Displays number of switch, port that caused the latest initialization. Web Tools User's Guide 5-9 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 148
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in the U.S.A. Application Programming Interface; defined protocol that allows applications to interface with a set of services. A shared 100 MBps Fibre Channel transport structured as a loop. Can support up to 126 devices and one fabric attachment. See also Topology. ASIC Application Specific - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 150
See also Fabric, ISL. The metal frame in which the switch and switch components are mounted. Circuit Class 1 Class 2 Class 3 Class F Class of Service An established communication path between two ports. Consists of two virtual circuits capable of transmitting in opposite directions. See also Link - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 151
. Distributed Fabrics The combined user's guides for the software products Extended Fabrics and assigned by the switch, but can also be assigned manually. Can be any value between 1 and 239. an originating port. Used by Class 1 and 2 services to manage the exchange of frames across the fabric - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 152
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 Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 153
FSPF Fabric Shortest Path First. Routing protocol for Fibre Channel switches. Full-duplex Fx_Port G_Port GBIC Gbps A mode of communication that allows the same port to simultaneously transmit and receive frames. See also Half-duplex. A fabric port that can operate as either an F_Port or FL_Port. - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 154
fibres. See also Circuit. Link Services A protocol for link-related actions of fiber optic cabling that is based on 1300mm lasers and supports link speeds of 1.0625 Gbps. May also refer to the Brocade switches are described in the MIB Reference Manual. The transmission of data from a single source - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 155
Multimode A fiber optic cabling specification that allows up to 500 meters between devices. N_Port Name Server Node Port; a port on a node that can connect to a Fibre Channel port or to another N_Port in a point-to-point connection. See also NL_Port, Nx_Port. Frequently used to indicate Simple - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 156
with either private or public NL_Ports. Public Device A device that supports arbitrated loop protocol, can interpret 8-bit addresses, and can log 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 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 157
protocols. See also Community (SNMP). Simple Name Server; a switch service that stores names, addresses, and attributes for up to 15 minutes, Short Wavelength; a type of fiber optic cabling that is based on 850mm lasers and supports 1.0625 Gbps link speeds. May also refer to the type of GBIC or SFP - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 158
U_Port UDP ULP ULP_TOV Unicast Web Tools Well-known Address Universal Port; a switch port that can operate as a G_Port, E_Port, F_Port, or FL_Port. A port is defined as a U_Port when it is not connected or has not yet assumed a specific function in the fabric. User Datagram Protocol; a protocol - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 159
4-43 G GBIC tab, Port Information View 5-5 I installing Java plug-in 2-4 Web browser 2-2 interfaces administrative 4-38 Telnet 4-64 J Java plug-in installing 2-4 requirements 2-2 Web Tools User's Guide IndexIndex-1 - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 160
4-3 power supply 4-2 temperature 4-4 Switch Admin tab, administrative interface 4-40 Switch Events View 4-4 switch requirements 2-1 Switch View 1-4, 4-1 T Telnet interface 4-64 temperature, status of 4-4 Fabric Manager User's Guide - HP Surestore 6164 | Web Tools User's Guide (Version 3.0) - Page 161
Fabric Assist tab 3-19 QuickLoop Settings tab 3-17, 3-27, 3-36, 3-44 Zone Settings tab 3-15 Zone Settings tab, Zone Administration View 3-15 Web Tools User's Guide IndexIndex-3
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