HP StorageWorks 2/140 fw 05.01.00 and sw 07.01.00 ha-fabric manager user guide - Page 181
Fabric Binding, Enable/Disable and Online State Functions, Switch Binding
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Optional Features Fabric Binding This feature is managed through the Fabric Binding option, available through the Fabrics menu in HAFM when the Fabrics tab is selected. Using Fabric Binding, you can allow specific switches to attach to specific fabrics in the SAN. This provides security from accidental fabric merges and potential fabric disruption when fabrics become segmented because they cannot merge. Enable/Disable and Online State Functions In order for Fabric Binding to function, specific operating parameters and optional features must be enabled. Also, there are specific requirements for disabling these parameters and features when the director or switch is offline or online. Be aware of the following: ■ Because switches are bound to a fabric by World Wide Name (WWN) and domain ID, the Insistent Domain ID option in the Configure Switch Parameters dialog box is automatically enabled if Fabric Binding is enabled. ■ If Fabric Binding is enabled and the switch is online, you cannot disable Insistent Domain ID. ■ If Fabric Binding is enabled and the director or switch is offline, you can disable Insistent Domain ID, but this will disable Fabric Binding. ■ You cannot disable Fabric Binding or Switch Binding if Enterprise Fabric Mode is enabled. However, if Enterprise Fabric Mode is disabled, you can disable Fabric Binding, Switch Binding, or both. Switch Binding This feature is managed through the Switch Binding submenu options available on the Product Manager Configure menu. Using Switch Binding, you can specify devices and switches that can attach to director and switch ports. This provides security in environments that include a large number of devices by ensuring that only the intended set of devices attach to a switch or director. High Availability Fabric Manager User Guide 181