HP ProLiant BL490c HP BladeSystem c-Class SAN connectivity technology brief - Page 15
Interconnect bay loading summary, HP software for server deployment/SAN connectivity
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switches and also manages SAN resource access and security. Each server HBA port can see any or all of the eight external FC ports on the SAN switch. Figure 11. SAN switch connectivity for the HP BladeSystem c-Class enclosure HP BladeSystem c-Class enclosure Internal FC ports to server blades (devices 1-8, port 1) (devices 9-16, port 1)* SAN switch module (bay 2†, 3, 5*, or 7*) Internal FC ports to server blades (devices 1-8, port 2) (devices 9-16, port 2)* SAN switch module (bay 2†, 4, 6*, or 8*) *c7000 enclosure only †c3000 enclosure only External FC ports to SAN switches or targets External FC ports to SAN switches or targets Interconnect bay loading summary The previous examples illustrate interconnect modules being installed as pairs. Actual installations can involve a mixed configuration of FC modules. One interconnect bay can be populated with a passthru module while its associated redundant bay can have a SAN switch. The possible topography variations to meet availability and redundancy goals are too numerous to describe in this document. The general rule is that the technologies of redundant bays must be the same. However, not all combinations are supported even when this rule is followed. Always consult product-specific information to determine supported configurations. HP software for server deployment/SAN connectivity The HP ProLiant Essentials Rapid Deployment Pack (RDP) simplifies the installation, configuration, and deployment of high volumes of server blades via a drag-and-drop, GUI-based console. For example, IT personnel can install operating systems, service packs, virus patches, and other software on servers using either scripting or imaging technology. HP RDP combines two powerful products: Altiris eXpress Deployment Solution and the ProLiant Integration Module. Rapid Deployment Pack - Windows Edition 3.10 or later and Rapid Deployment Pack - Linux Edition 1.10 or later provide enhanced SAN support. For more information, select the web link for the RDP Knowledge Base in the "For more information" section of this document. HP Storage Essentials is an additional software tool for efficiently deploying HP BladeSystem server blades to a large existing SAN or to a new SAN. The software can be used to set up and manage the Brocade 4-Gb SAN Switch and the Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch. HP SAN Visibility and SAN Designer are free HP programs that can be used to discover, view, and provide an extensive report on an existing SAN configuration. These programs can assist in determining what is needed to add HP BladeSystem server blades to an existing SAN. Both programs are available for downloading at the URLs provided in the "For more information" section of this paper. 15