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Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem user guide Part number: AA-RWEBA-TE Second edition: September 2007 - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 2
Development Company, L.P © Copyright 2007 Cisco Systems Inc. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 3
and time 24 Verifying Installed Licenses 24 Modifying the FC domain ID (optional 25 On Demand Ports 25 Disabling and enabling a port 25 Verifying the configuration 26 Backing up the configuration 26 Recovering the Admin Password 26 Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem 3 - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 4
Class A equipment 37 Declaration of conformity for products marked with the FCC logo, United States only 37 Modifications 37 Cables 37 Regulatory compliance identification numbers methods 51 C Switch technical specifications 53 General specifications 53 Weight and physical dimensions - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 5
Supported SFPs 55 Supported HBAs 55 Glossary 57 Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem 5 - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 6
6 Contents - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 7
About this guide This guide provides information about setting up and configuring the Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem. Throughout this guide the short product name is used, Cisco MDS 9124e Switch. Intended audience This guide is intended for system administrators and - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 8
a Care Pack (service upgrade), call 1-800-633-3600. For more information about Care Packs, refer to the HP web site: http://www.hp.com Document conventions and symbols Table 1 Document conventions Convention Medium blue text: Figure 1 Medium blue, underlined text (http://www.hp.com) Bold font - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 9
web sites For additional information, see the following HP web sites: • http://www.hp.com • http://www.hp.com/go/storage • http://www.hp.com/service_locator • http://www.docs.hp.com • http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/prodserv/servers.html Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem 9 - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 10
10 About This Guide - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 11
Optional hardware kits Switch features The Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch provides the following features: • Fully integrated, embedded FC SAN design that connects directly to the HP c-Class BladeSystem enclosure midplane • On-Demand Port Activation Licensing enables you to additional 12-port license - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 12
switch configurations in c-Class BladeSystem • Hot code activation • Real-time clock • SFP port monitoring Component identification Figure 1 and Table 2 identify the physical components of the Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch. 1 scale: 3/8" = 1" 20 19 18 17 ! EXT 8 EXT 7 EXT 6 EXT5 Cisco MDS 9124e - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 13
HP Onboard Administrator (OA) to ensure management access to the switch NOTE: The HP Onboard Administrator is the enclosure management module used to support and manage the HP c-Class BladeSystem and all managed devices used in the enclosure. Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 14
Cisco MDS 9124e Port Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem, base, integrating 24 active ports (16 internal and 8 external) and four preinstalled short wavelength SFPs. Software components includes Cisco Fabric Manager and Cisco Device Manager. IMPORTANT: Upgrade the Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 15
lists optional hardware kits that support the switch. For additional options, go to the HP web site: http://www.hp.com Table 4 number AE379A AE494A AE380A 221692-B21 221691-B22 221692-B23 221692-B26 221692-B27 221691-B21 221691-B21 221692-B22 Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 16
16 Overview - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 17
address • Configuring the switch • Recovering the admin password Shipping carton contents The Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem kit shipping carton contains three items, identified in Figure 3 and Table 5: • Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem installation - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 18
The Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch installs in the I/O bays in the rear of the HP c-Class BladeSystem enclosure. Refer to the HP BladeSystem c7000 Enclosure setup and installation guide for specific enclosure requirements. Installing multiple switches Install and configure one Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 19
Handle latch 3 Installation handle released 4. Align the Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch with the appropriate interconnect bay according to your enclosure's specific configuration. 5. Push firmly into the interconnect bay. See Figure 5. Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem 19 - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 20
EXT 5 EXT 8 EXT 7 EXT 8 Cisco MDS 9124e 181737 Figure 5 Installing the Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch into an interconnect bay 6. Press the installation handle into the latch to lock the switch in place. OA power verification As defined earlier, the HP BladeSystem Onboard Administrator (OA) is - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 21
cable from your computer to the serial port of the active OA. 4. Configure the terminal application as follows: • In a Windows environment: • Baud rate-9600 bits per second • 8 data bits • None (No parity) • 1 stop bit • No flow control Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem 21 - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 22
, and other parameters for the switch. NOTE: Refer to the Cisco MDS 9000 Family CLI Configuration Guide for complete information about the switch setup utility. 10.When you have finished with the switch setup utility, logout and disconnect the serial cable. Resetting the IP Address Use the following - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 23
Ctrl-c to skip the password prompts. NOTE: Run up to two simultaneous admin sessions and four user sessions. 5. Verify that the login was successful. If successful, the prompt displays the switch name and user ID to which you are connected. Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem 23 - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 24
type of licensing included with your Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch, type show license usage at the command prompt using the following syntax: switch# show license usage For more information about the Command Line Interface (CLI), refer to the Cisco MDS 9000 Family CLI Configuration Guide. 24 Set Up - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 25
enter the shutdown command: switch# config t switch(config)# interface ext1 switch(config-if)# shutdown The following shows how to enter the no shutdown command: switch# config t switch(config)# interface ext1 switch(config-if)# no shutdown Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem 25 - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 26
configuration will be lost. To recover the admin password on the switch: 1. Log in to the OA/iLO port through the console or telnet. 2. Connect to the appropriate Cisco MDS 9124e Switch bay. OA> connect interconnect x Where x is the interconnect bay number where the switch is installed. 3. Reset - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 27
user admin auth md5 switch(config)# exit switch(config)# copy run start Refer to the Cisco MDS 9000 Family Fabric Manager Configuration Guide and the Cisco MDS 9000 Family CLI Configuration Guide for detailed instructions. Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 28
28 Set Up - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 29
supported by the Cisco MDS 9124e Switch, contact your HP representative. Table 8 Cisco MDS 9124e Switch management features Management tool CLI - Run up to two admin sessions and four user sessions simultaneously. For more information, refer to the Cisco MDS 9000 Family CLI Configuration Guide - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 30
failure due to heat stress or improper air flow. Installing dust covers in empty ports The dust covers included in the Cisco MDS 9124e Switch shipping carton, (see Figure 1) must be inserted in ports where SFPs are not installed. Installing dust covers ensures proper airflow and helps reduce dust - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 31
Insert the SFP into the port until you hear a click. 4. Close the bail. Replacing the Switch In some cases, you may need to replace a Cisco MDS 9124e Switch. To replace a Cisco MDS 9124e switch in the HP BladeSystem c-Class enclosure: 1. Create a backup of the existing configuration file. As a best - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 32
ports have not been acquired, acquire them. Refer to the Cisco MDS 9000 Family Fabric Manager Configuration Guide and the Cisco MDS 9000 Family CLI Configuration Guide for instructions. 16. Reset the SNMP admin password to enable Device Manager and Fabric Manager SNMP login. Refer to the Cisco MDS - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 33
controlled by the OA and are used to indicate certain types of errors. The OA interface should be used to display all errors. See the HP BladeSystem Onboard Administrator user guide for information about the OA interface. Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem 33 - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 34
POST is a system check that is performed each time the switch is powered on, rebooted, or reset. During POST, the LEDs flash different colors. Any errors that occur during POST are listed in the error log. The Cisco MDS 9124e Switch performs POST when it is turned on or rebooted. Total boot - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 35
log, accessible through the show logging logfile command. For information about all referenced commands and accessing the error log, and error messages, refer to the Cisco MDS 9000 Family System Messages Guide. Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem 35 - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 36
36 Managing the Switch - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 37
the instruction manual, may user's authority to operate the equipment. Cables Connections to this device must be made with shielded cables with metallic RFI/EMI connector hoods in order to maintain compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations. Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 38
only HP authorized service technicians to repair the laser device. Certification and classification information This product contains a laser internal to the fiber optic (FO) transceiver for connection to the Fibre Channel communications port. In the USA, the FO transceiver is certified as a Class - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 39
International notices and statements Canadian notice (avis Canadien) Class A equipment This Class A Digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference /CSA C22.2 No. 60950-00, Safety of Information Technology Equipment. Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem 39 - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 40
BSMI notice Japanese notice Korean notices 40 Regulatory compliance and safety - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 41
about battery replacement or proper disposal, contact an HP authorized service provider. WARNING! Your switch contains an internal lithium manganese dioxide, a vanadium pentoxide qualified Taiwanese recycler for proper battery disposal. Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem 41 - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 42
Japanese power cord statement Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment directive English notice Dutch notice Verwijdering van afgedankte apparatuur door privé-gebruikers in de Europese Unie Dit symbool op het product of de verpakking geeft aan dat dit product niet mag worden gedeponeerd bij het - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 43
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Slovakian notice Slovenian notice Spanish notice Eliminación de residuos de equipos eléctricos y electrónicos por parte de usuarios particulares en la Unión Europea Este símbolo en el producto o en su envase indica que no debe eliminarse junto con los desperdicios generales de la casa. Es - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 49
ditt lokala kommunkontor, din närmsta återvinningsstation för hushållsavfall eller affären där du köpte produkten för att få mer information om var du kan lämna ditt avfall för återvinning. Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem 49 - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 50
50 Regulatory compliance and safety - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 51
field service tools. • Use a portable field service kit with HP authorized reseller install the part. NOTE: For more information on static electricity, or for assistance with product installation, contact your HP authorized reseller. Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 52
52 Electrostatic discharge - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 53
specifications • Weight and physical dimensions • Environmental requirements • Supported HBAs • Supported SFPs General specifications Table 13 lists general specifications for the Cisco MDS 9124e Switch. Table 13 General specifications Specification Description Configurable port types F_Port - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 54
shared-memory switch FC-PH (FC Physical and Signalling Interface standard) FC Class 2, Class 3, and Class F 2112-byte 1.2 ì sec. with no contention, cut-through routing at 4Gb. Latency increases as input port speed increases and becomes disparate from output port speed. Weight and physical - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 55
HBAs For a list of HBAs that have been tested and are known to work with the SAN switches, refer to the latest version of the HP StorageWorks SAN design reference guide: http://h18000.www1.hp.com/products/storageworks/san/documentation.htm Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem 55 - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 56
56 Switch technical specifications - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 57
zones. CRC Cyclic redundancy check. A check for transmission errors that is included in every data frame. data word A type of transmission word that occurs within frames. The frame header, data field, and CRC all consist of data words. Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 58
to an E_Port on another switch to create an ISL. See also U_Port. End-to-end credit. The number of receive buffers allocated by a recipient port to an originating port. Used by Class 1 and Class 2 services to manage the exchange of frames across the fabric between source and destination. A equipment - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 59
. See also packet. Field-replaceable unit. A component that can be replaced on site. Fibre Channel Service. A service that is defined by FC standards and exists at a well-known address. The processor's memory space. Also called user flash. Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem 59 - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 60
indicates either loop failure or the resetting of a node. Loop master supports link speeds up to 2 Gb/s. May also refer to the type of transceiver. See also SWL. The port port. A node port that has arbitrated loop capabilities. Used to connect an equipment port to the fabric in a loop configuration - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 61
NL_Port that logs in to the fabric, can function within a public or private loop, and can communicate with private or public NL_Ports. See also private loop. quad A group of four adjacent ports that share a common pool of frame buffers. Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem 61 - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 62
, and provides them as required to other devices in the fabric. May also be referred to as a directory service. Hardware that routes frames according to FC protocol and is controlled by software. A port on a switch. Switch ports can be E_Ports, F_Ports, or FL_Ports. Short wavelength. A type of - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 63
also defined zone configuration, enabled zone configuration. zone configuration A specified set of zones. Enabling a configuration enables all zones in that configuration. See also defined zone configuration,enabled zone configuration. Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem 63 - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 64
64 Glossary - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 65
30 supported 15 SFPs, supported 55 shipping carton contents 17 SNMP 29 specifications environmental 55 supported HBAs 55 supported SFPs 55 switch components 12 configuring 23 enabling and disabling ports 25 features 11 installing 18 Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem 65 - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 66
maintenance 30 management 29 replacement 31 setting the date and time 24 setting the IP address 21 symbols in text 8 T text symbols 8 66 Index - HP 9124 | Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for HP c-Class BladeSystem User Guide (A - Page 67
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68 Index
Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch for
HP c-Class BladeSystem
user guide
Part number: AA-RWEBA-TE
Second edition: September 2007