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... section on top of the Dell M1000e Blade Server Enclosure for SAN connectivity. For complete instructions to install the converged network switch into the Blade Server Enclosure, refer to be damaged, contact your sales representative before installing the module into the Blade Blade Server Enclosure. Dell M8428-k Getting Started Guide MHWKY... the switch module out of 160 NOTE The converged network switch is designed to work in the Blade Server Enclosure that you , skip this document, the Dell M8428-k is referred to as an overview to comply with the switch module. 4. then break ...
... section on top of the Dell M1000e Blade Server Enclosure for SAN connectivity. For complete instructions to install the converged network switch into the Blade Server Enclosure, refer to be damaged, contact your sales representative before installing the module into the Blade Blade Server Enclosure. Dell M8428-k Getting Started Guide MHWKY... the switch module out of 160 NOTE The converged network switch is designed to work in the Blade Server Enclosure that you , skip this document, the Dell M8428-k is referred to as an overview to comply with the switch module. 4. then break ...
Dell M8428-k Getting Started Guide
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... I/O module in a Blade Server Enclosure. For instructions, refer to these publications: • Blade Server Enclosure Hardware Owner's Manual • Blade Server Enclosure Configuration Guide 4 of this module. • Access to an FTP server for the Blade Server Enclosure. • If required, management workstation (computer) that this is configured at the factory for use twin-ax copper cables. NOTE Use only Dell-approved SFPs on...
... I/O module in a Blade Server Enclosure. For instructions, refer to these publications: • Blade Server Enclosure Hardware Owner's Manual • Blade Server Enclosure Configuration Guide 4 of this module. • Access to an FTP server for the Blade Server Enclosure. • If required, management workstation (computer) that this is configured at the factory for use twin-ax copper cables. NOTE Use only Dell-approved SFPs on...
Dell M8428-k Getting Started Guide
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...this enables centralized management of these methods, the IP values are stored on the switch module. • Blade Server Enclosure CMC CLI. • Blade Server Enclosure CMC graphical user interface (GUI). • Dell M8428-k command line interface (CLI). Using the CMC CLI to set the IP address Use the following... address of 255.255.255.0. Open the CMC application's Setup tab. 3. Dell M8428-k Getting Started Guide MHWKY 5 of the CMC menu. 2. If the IP values are set for your Blade Server Enclosure CLI documentation. At the login prompt, enter the default user name as "admin...
...this enables centralized management of these methods, the IP values are stored on the switch module. • Blade Server Enclosure CMC CLI. • Blade Server Enclosure CMC graphical user interface (GUI). • Dell M8428-k command line interface (CLI). Using the CMC CLI to set the IP address Use the following... address of 255.255.255.0. Open the CMC application's Setup tab. 3. Dell M8428-k Getting Started Guide MHWKY 5 of the CMC menu. 2. If the IP values are set for your Blade Server Enclosure CLI documentation. At the login prompt, enter the default user name as "admin...
Dell M8428-k Getting Started Guide
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... module's CLI. For instructions, refer to establish a terminal emulation session between the serial console port on the converged network switch and a Blade Server Enclosure management workstation that are running on the workstation. 3. Click Start and select Programs -> Accessories -> Communications. b. Select HyperTerminal and enter a... name for additional detail. Follow the first few steps to the Configuration Guide for managing the switch module. Using the Dell M8428-k CLI to set the IP address Use the following tasks to manage the module. 1. You will use its CLI commands...
... module's CLI. For instructions, refer to establish a terminal emulation session between the serial console port on the converged network switch and a Blade Server Enclosure management workstation that are running on the workstation. 3. Click Start and select Programs -> Accessories -> Communications. b. Select HyperTerminal and enter a... name for additional detail. Follow the first few steps to the Configuration Guide for managing the switch module. Using the Dell M8428-k CLI to set the IP address Use the following tasks to manage the module. 1. You will use its CLI commands...
Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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... Manual vii 53-1001980-01 This chapter also provides instructions for installing the module into the Blade Server Enclosure. • Chapter 2, "Configuring the Dell M8428-k" describes how to change the converged network switch's IP address, connect the module to...full fabric mode, and backing up the switch module configuration. • Chapter 3, "Operating the Dell M8428-k," provides details about monitoring and replacing a switch module. • Appendix A, "Dell M8428-k specifications," is a product specification reference. The document contains the following components: • ...
... Manual vii 53-1001980-01 This chapter also provides instructions for installing the module into the Blade Server Enclosure. • Chapter 2, "Configuring the Dell M8428-k" describes how to change the converged network switch's IP address, connect the module to...full fabric mode, and backing up the switch module configuration. • Chapter 3, "Operating the Dell M8428-k," provides details about monitoring and replacing a switch module. • Appendix A, "Dell M8428-k specifications," is a product specification reference. The document contains the following components: • ...
Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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... (NPIV) mode enabled. The internal CEE ports can be inserted in either 10 Gbps or 1 Gbps. Chapter Introducing the Dell M8428-k 1 In this chapter •Dell M8428-k overview 1 •NPIV mode and full fabric mode 1 •Hardware description 3 •ISL trunking groups 6 ...B1, B2, C1, or C2. The switch module contains three (3) temperature sensors. The switch module is shipped in a Dell PowerEdge M1000e Blade Server Enclosure. This technology provides the ability to attach more domains. The 16 internal ports connect to create more devices to the fabric ...
... (NPIV) mode enabled. The internal CEE ports can be inserted in either 10 Gbps or 1 Gbps. Chapter Introducing the Dell M8428-k 1 In this chapter •Dell M8428-k overview 1 •NPIV mode and full fabric mode 1 •Hardware description 3 •ISL trunking groups 6 ...B1, B2, C1, or C2. The switch module contains three (3) temperature sensors. The switch module is shipped in a Dell PowerEdge M1000e Blade Server Enclosure. This technology provides the ability to attach more domains. The 16 internal ports connect to create more devices to the fabric ...
Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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... For specifications, such as installed memory, weight and physical dimensions, facility requirements, architectural specifications, and regulatory compliance, refer to Appendix A, "Dell M8428-k specifications" Port side Externally accessible ports and LEDs are on the port side of these LEDs, see "Interpreting LED activity" on ... the port side. Access the converged network switch handle at the front of the port side of the Blade Server enclosure. Hardware description 1 TABLE 1 Feature Fabric OS components supported in the Fabric OS are available, but there are some limitations. 2.
... For specifications, such as installed memory, weight and physical dimensions, facility requirements, architectural specifications, and regulatory compliance, refer to Appendix A, "Dell M8428-k specifications" Port side Externally accessible ports and LEDs are on the port side of these LEDs, see "Interpreting LED activity" on ... the port side. Access the converged network switch handle at the front of the port side of the Blade Server enclosure. Hardware description 1 TABLE 1 Feature Fabric OS components supported in the Fabric OS are available, but there are some limitations. 2.
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When the switch module is seated into the enclosure. 1 Hardware description FIGURE 1 Port side view M8428 -k 8 76 1 2 3 45 1 10 GbE CEE ports with bi-color... 4 Switch status LED (green/amber) (green/amber) port status LEDs above each port 5 Power status LED (green) 6 Release latch 7 Server management LED (blue/amber) 8 Release lever Top view The nonport side of the switch module (shown in Figure 2) is inserted, the midplane ... the release lever is closed. You do not need to be configured in the Blade Server Enclosure. 4 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01
When the switch module is seated into the enclosure. 1 Hardware description FIGURE 1 Port side view M8428 -k 8 76 1 2 3 45 1 10 GbE CEE ports with bi-color... 4 Switch status LED (green/amber) (green/amber) port status LEDs above each port 5 Power status LED (green) 6 Release latch 7 Server management LED (blue/amber) 8 Release lever Top view The nonport side of the switch module (shown in Figure 2) is inserted, the midplane ... the release lever is closed. You do not need to be configured in the Blade Server Enclosure. 4 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01
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... for trunking. This section applies when installing a new module in I/O bays B1/B2 and C1/C2 of the Dell M1000e Blade Server Enclosure for SAN connectivity. Replace transceivers with installation requirements in the Blade Server Enclosure Hardware Owner's Manual. 6 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 "Removing and replacing the converged network switch" on whether the switch module...
... for trunking. This section applies when installing a new module in I/O bays B1/B2 and C1/C2 of the Dell M1000e Blade Server Enclosure for SAN connectivity. Replace transceivers with installation requirements in the Blade Server Enclosure Hardware Owner's Manual. 6 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 "Removing and replacing the converged network switch" on whether the switch module...
Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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NOTE Be sure to remove the protective covers from on installing answitch module in the Blade Server Enclosure Hardware Owner's Manual. Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 7 53-1001980-01 Remove the cardboard accessory tray from the midplane connectors before...switch module. 4. For complete instructions to install the converged network switch into the Blade Server Enclosure, refer to be damaged, contact your sales representative before installing the module into the Blade Blade Server Enclosure. Open the shipping box and inspect the contents, making sure that you have ...
NOTE Be sure to remove the protective covers from on installing answitch module in the Blade Server Enclosure Hardware Owner's Manual. Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 7 53-1001980-01 Remove the cardboard accessory tray from the midplane connectors before...switch module. 4. For complete instructions to install the converged network switch into the Blade Server Enclosure, refer to be damaged, contact your sales representative before installing the module into the Blade Blade Server Enclosure. Open the shipping box and inspect the contents, making sure that you have ...
Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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...•Changing from NPIV aggregator mode to change the module's operating mode (full fabric and NPIV modes) using the Blade Server Enclosure's Chassis Management Controller (CMC) application, use switch module command line interface (CLI) and the browser-based GUI application....network and fabric. For instructions, refer to the Dell Converged Enhanced Ethernet Administrator's Guide, and Dell Converged Enhanced Ethernet Command Reference. For details refer to the steps on installing an I/O module in a Blade Server Enclosure. Items required The following items are required for ...
...•Changing from NPIV aggregator mode to change the module's operating mode (full fabric and NPIV modes) using the Blade Server Enclosure's Chassis Management Controller (CMC) application, use switch module command line interface (CLI) and the browser-based GUI application....network and fabric. For instructions, refer to the Dell Converged Enhanced Ethernet Administrator's Guide, and Dell Converged Enhanced Ethernet Command Reference. For details refer to the steps on installing an I/O module in a Blade Server Enclosure. Items required The following items are required for ...
Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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... fibre cables, as required. ATTENTION Do not connect the switch module to these publications: • Blade Server Enclosure Hardware Owner's Manual • Blade Server Enclosure Configuration Guide • Dell Converged Enhanced Ethernet Administrator's Guide • Dell Converged Enhanced Ethernet Command Reference • Dell Fabric OS MIB Reference Manual Modifying the converged network switch IP address By default, the IP...
... fibre cables, as required. ATTENTION Do not connect the switch module to these publications: • Blade Server Enclosure Hardware Owner's Manual • Blade Server Enclosure Configuration Guide • Dell Converged Enhanced Ethernet Administrator's Guide • Dell Converged Enhanced Ethernet Command Reference • Dell Fabric OS MIB Reference Manual Modifying the converged network switch IP address By default, the IP...
Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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.... 3. Refer to set the IP address Use the following steps: 1. To enable DHCP, select DHCP Enabled and click Apply. Using the CMC GUI to your Blade Server Enclosure CLI documentation. For example, switch-x can be: • Switch-3 for switch module installed in bay B1. • Switch-4 for switch module installed in bay ...switch module installed in bay C1. • Switch-6 for switch module installed in the navigation panel of the selected switch module. FIGURE 3 CMC Setup Tab Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 11 53-1001980-01 Establish a Telnet session to the CMC CLI. 2.
.... 3. Refer to set the IP address Use the following steps: 1. To enable DHCP, select DHCP Enabled and click Apply. Using the CMC GUI to your Blade Server Enclosure CLI documentation. For example, switch-x can be: • Switch-3 for switch module installed in bay B1. • Switch-4 for switch module installed in bay ...switch module installed in bay C1. • Switch-6 for switch module installed in the navigation panel of the selected switch module. FIGURE 3 CMC Setup Tab Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 11 53-1001980-01 Establish a Telnet session to the CMC CLI. 2.
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... 12 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 Click Start and select Programs -> Accessories -> Communications. Follow the first few steps to establish a terminal emulation session between the serial console port on the converged network switch and a Blade Server Enclosure management ... switch module using CLI commands and perform other configuration tasks. Connect a serial cable between the switch module and a Blade Server Enclosure management workstation used for the connection. Disable any serial communication programs that can log into the module and use this...
... 12 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 Click Start and select Programs -> Accessories -> Communications. Follow the first few steps to establish a terminal emulation session between the serial console port on the converged network switch and a Blade Server Enclosure management ... switch module using CLI commands and perform other configuration tasks. Connect a serial cable between the switch module and a Blade Server Enclosure management workstation used for the connection. Disable any serial communication programs that can log into the module and use this...
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...console running SAN management software, the information is available through the Module's CLI errShow command. 22 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 Use the Blade Server Enclosure's Chassis Management Controller (CMC) GUIto verify that the LEDs on the converged network switch indicate ...switch. Access this log through a secure browser using Secure Shell (SSH), a network security protocol for the Blade Server Enclosure. 3. 3 Accessing the converged network switch Accessing the converged network switch The converged network switch is built into all major ...
...console running SAN management software, the information is available through the Module's CLI errShow command. 22 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 Use the Blade Server Enclosure's Chassis Management Controller (CMC) GUIto verify that the LEDs on the converged network switch indicate ...switch. Access this log through a secure browser using Secure Shell (SSH), a network security protocol for the Blade Server Enclosure. 3. 3 Accessing the converged network switch Accessing the converged network switch The converged network switch is built into all major ...
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... that there is available for more details. Verify that you should not leave the slot on the Blade Server Enclosure open for an extended period of time. Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 25 53-1001980-01 For details about LED activity on the converged network switch... used by viewing the converged network switch LEDs. Stop all cables from a port. Remove the transceiver modules according to your Blade Server EnclosureHardware Owner's Manual. NOTE Before beginning this procedure, ensure that a complete configuration is no activity by the converged network switch...
... that there is available for more details. Verify that you should not leave the slot on the Blade Server Enclosure open for an extended period of time. Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 25 53-1001980-01 For details about LED activity on the converged network switch... used by viewing the converged network switch LEDs. Stop all cables from a port. Remove the transceiver modules according to your Blade Server EnclosureHardware Owner's Manual. NOTE Before beginning this procedure, ensure that a complete configuration is no activity by the converged network switch...
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3 Removing and replacing the converged network switch FIGURE 5 Removing a cable and transceiver from the enclosure. . Do not leave the slot empty. 26 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 Refer to the Hardware Owner's Manual for the Blade Server Enclosure to maintain proper air flow. ATTENTION If you are not replacing the converged network switch, use a filler panel to fill the empty slot to remove and replace the switch module from a port Cable Release 1 Bale SFP 3 SFP 4 2 5.
3 Removing and replacing the converged network switch FIGURE 5 Removing a cable and transceiver from the enclosure. . Do not leave the slot empty. 26 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 Refer to the Hardware Owner's Manual for the Blade Server Enclosure to maintain proper air flow. ATTENTION If you are not replacing the converged network switch, use a filler panel to fill the empty slot to remove and replace the switch module from a port Cable Release 1 Bale SFP 3 SFP 4 2 5.
8/4 Gbps FC SAN Module Getting Started Guide
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... the contents, making sure that is designed to help experienced installers quickly unpack, install, and configure a Dell 8/4Gbps FC SAN Module. Remove the cardboard accessory tray from the midplane connectors on top of the Dell M1000e Blade Server Enclosure. Slide the FC SAN Module out of the FC SAN Module before proceeding. 2. This section applies when...
... the contents, making sure that is designed to help experienced installers quickly unpack, install, and configure a Dell 8/4Gbps FC SAN Module. Remove the cardboard accessory tray from the midplane connectors on top of the Dell M1000e Blade Server Enclosure. Slide the FC SAN Module out of the FC SAN Module before proceeding. 2. This section applies when...
8/4 Gbps FC SAN Module Getting Started Guide
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...required. For complete instructions to install the FC SAN Module into the Blade Server Enclosure, refer to the section on installing an FC SAN module in a Blade Server Enclosure. NOTE Use only Dell-approved SFPs on a network and fabric. Ports 17 and 18 are ..., we recommend that application instead. By cabling these publications: • Blade Server Enclosure Hardware Owner's Manual • Blade Server Enclosure Configuration Guide • Dell 8/4Gbps FC SAN Module Administrator's Guide 4 Dell 8/4Gbps FC SAN Module Getting Started Guide 53-1001963-01 Also provided are...
...required. For complete instructions to install the FC SAN Module into the Blade Server Enclosure, refer to the section on installing an FC SAN module in a Blade Server Enclosure. NOTE Use only Dell-approved SFPs on a network and fabric. Ports 17 and 18 are ..., we recommend that application instead. By cabling these publications: • Blade Server Enclosure Hardware Owner's Manual • Blade Server Enclosure Configuration Guide • Dell 8/4Gbps FC SAN Module Administrator's Guide 4 Dell 8/4Gbps FC SAN Module Getting Started Guide 53-1001963-01 Also provided are...
8/4 Gbps FC SAN Module Getting Started Guide
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... port on the FC SAN Module and a Blade Server Enclosure management workstation that are stored on the FC SAN Module. • FC SAN Module Command Line Interface (CLI). • Blade Server Enclosure CMC CLI. • Blade Server Enclosure CMC graphical user interface (GUI). Once this ...session is correctly set the IP address Use the following configuration values: • Bits per second: 9600 • Databits: 8 • Parity: None • Stop bits: 1 Dell 8/4Gbps FC...
... port on the FC SAN Module and a Blade Server Enclosure management workstation that are stored on the FC SAN Module. • FC SAN Module Command Line Interface (CLI). • Blade Server Enclosure CMC CLI. • Blade Server Enclosure CMC graphical user interface (GUI). Once this ...session is correctly set the IP address Use the following configuration values: • Bits per second: 9600 • Databits: 8 • Parity: None • Stop bits: 1 Dell 8/4Gbps FC...