Dell PowerVault 51F 8-Port Fibre Channel Switch User's Guide
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... manage the PowerVault 51F switch locally using a compatibility mode. Low-latency, high-performance design does not requires microprocessor data path interaction, resulting in creating, upgrading, maintaining, and configuring a fabric. The PowerVault 51F interoperates with the PowerVault 50F switches using the RS232 port. After power-on self-test (POST), you can interconnect up to 239 switches for a large fabric with the software selecting the optimum mode of 100 megabytes per second is free. The switch's firmware allows discovery of all connected devices...
... manage the PowerVault 51F switch locally using a compatibility mode. Low-latency, high-performance design does not requires microprocessor data path interaction, resulting in creating, upgrading, maintaining, and configuring a fabric. The PowerVault 51F interoperates with the PowerVault 50F switches using the RS232 port. After power-on self-test (POST), you can interconnect up to 239 switches for a large fabric with the software selecting the optimum mode of 100 megabytes per second is free. The switch's firmware allows discovery of all connected devices...
Dell PowerVault 51F 8-Port Fibre Channel Switch User's Guide
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... the ports automatically and dynamically configure themselves to the higher-performing F_Port if the attached device supports both modes. NOTE: The SWL GBIC module uses a Class 1 CD laser, which is a logical N_Port, is responsible for: Fibre Channel link control Switch management Routing table management Address assignment and management functions Management of Class F services and the related protocols as defined in "PowerVault 51F Commands" of the Dell PowerVault 51F 8-Port Fibre Channel Switch Installation and Troubleshooting Guide for each installation. low-latency data path within...
... the ports automatically and dynamically configure themselves to the higher-performing F_Port if the attached device supports both modes. NOTE: The SWL GBIC module uses a Class 1 CD laser, which is a logical N_Port, is responsible for: Fibre Channel link control Switch management Routing table management Address assignment and management functions Management of Class F services and the related protocols as defined in "PowerVault 51F Commands" of the Dell PowerVault 51F 8-Port Fibre Channel Switch Installation and Troubleshooting Guide for each installation. low-latency data path within...
Dell PowerVault 51F 8-Port Fibre Channel Switch User's Guide
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... 1 laser limits optical power emitted by the port to allow safe operation, eliminating the need for recovering defaults PowerVault 51F optical port interfaces use a shortwave (780 to 850 nanometer [nm]) or long wavelength (1270 to 1350 nm) laser transmitter. The copper GBIC module is based on the High-Speed Serial Data Connection (HSSDC) interface standards. Fabric management User interface Maintenance port Simple Name Server, Alias Server, SNMP, Telnet, World Wide Web RJ45 front panel connector for 10...
... 1 laser limits optical power emitted by the port to allow safe operation, eliminating the need for recovering defaults PowerVault 51F optical port interfaces use a shortwave (780 to 850 nanometer [nm]) or long wavelength (1270 to 1350 nm) laser transmitter. The copper GBIC module is based on the High-Speed Serial Data Connection (HSSDC) interface standards. Fabric management User interface Maintenance port Simple Name Server, Alias Server, SNMP, Telnet, World Wide Web RJ45 front panel connector for 10...
Dell PowerVault 51F 8-Port Fibre Channel Switch User's Guide
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... new in your system's online guide to perform required preventive maintenance, and problems caused by use of Compliance B-1 or DellWareSM products. Dell warrants that are not covered. Refer to the chapter titled "Getting Help" in your system's troubleshooting documentation or, for some systems, the section titled "Contacting Dell" in accordance with product instructions, failure to find the appropriate telephone number for portable computers are...
... new in your system's online guide to perform required preventive maintenance, and problems caused by use of Compliance B-1 or DellWareSM products. Dell warrants that are not covered. Refer to the chapter titled "Getting Help" in your system's troubleshooting documentation or, for some systems, the section titled "Contacting Dell" in accordance with product instructions, failure to find the appropriate telephone number for portable computers are...
Dell PowerVault 51F 8-Port Fibre Channel Switch User's Guide
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... Technical Support in the product(s). The process for returning replaced parts, and your use an address in returning the replaced part to you use in the continental U.S., where applicable. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE (OR JURISDICTION TO JURISDICTION). DELL'S RESPONSIBILITY FOR MALFUNCTIONS AND DEFECTS IN HARDWARE IS LIMITED TO REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT AS SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT. B-2 Dell PowerVault 51F 8-Port Fibre Channel Switch User's Guide...
... Technical Support in the product(s). The process for returning replaced parts, and your use an address in returning the replaced part to you use in the continental U.S., where applicable. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE (OR JURISDICTION TO JURISDICTION). DELL'S RESPONSIBILITY FOR MALFUNCTIONS AND DEFECTS IN HARDWARE IS LIMITED TO REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT AS SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT. B-2 Dell PowerVault 51F 8-Port Fibre Channel Switch User's Guide...
Dell PowerVault 51F 8-Port Fibre Channel Switch User's Guide
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... in one of the available warranty and service options in which Dell issues a Return Material Authorization Number, Dell must receive the product(s) for the repair(s) to the expiration of Compliance B-3 accessories or parts that are not installed in accordance with product instructions, failure to new in the Dell factory; Dell Computer Corporation ("Dell") manufactures its hardware products from parts and components that are included on...
... in one of the available warranty and service options in which Dell issues a Return Material Authorization Number, Dell must receive the product(s) for the repair(s) to the expiration of Compliance B-3 accessories or parts that are not installed in accordance with product instructions, failure to new in the Dell factory; Dell Computer Corporation ("Dell") manufactures its hardware products from parts and components that are included on...
Dell PowerVault 51F 8-Port Fibre Channel Switch User's Guide
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... or accept the risk of hardware failure to Dell's Customer Technical Support in Canada, where applicable. B-4 Dell PowerVault 51F 8-Port Fibre Channel Switch User's Guide those sold through the DellWare program) are new or reconditioned. Dell will be made freight collect. The process for returning replaced parts, and your software and data. Batteries for portable computers are returned to other procedures. To request warranty service, you . If warranty service is not extended. NOTE...
... or accept the risk of hardware failure to Dell's Customer Technical Support in Canada, where applicable. B-4 Dell PowerVault 51F 8-Port Fibre Channel Switch User's Guide those sold through the DellWare program) are new or reconditioned. Dell will be made freight collect. The process for returning replaced parts, and your software and data. Batteries for portable computers are returned to other procedures. To request warranty service, you . If warranty service is not extended. NOTE...
Dell PowerVault 51F 8-Port Fibre Channel Switch User's Guide
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... generally uses the User Datagram Protocol (UDP) to time out operations that depend on a network. ISL is online but not operational between two switches. SNMP is a TCP/IP protocol that can be sent to the fabric in a loop configuration via an FL_Port interface card. A port is designated as a U_Port when it has not assumed a specific function. Because SNMP does not rely on local and global networks. 2 Dell PowerVault 51F 8-Port Fibre Channel Switch User's Guide...
... generally uses the User Datagram Protocol (UDP) to time out operations that depend on a network. ISL is online but not operational between two switches. SNMP is a TCP/IP protocol that can be sent to the fabric in a loop configuration via an FL_Port interface card. A port is designated as a U_Port when it has not assumed a specific function. Because SNMP does not rely on local and global networks. 2 Dell PowerVault 51F 8-Port Fibre Channel Switch User's Guide...
Dell PowerVault Switch Manager User's Guide
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..., and status for a specific port Performance Graphically portrays real-time data throughput for each port and displays total switch bandwidth utilization Administration Allows you to perform functions such as upgrading firmware versions or reconfiguring a switch Telnet Allows you to use Telnet commands for the fabric which contains information about the devices attached to the fabric Zone Administration Allows you to configure zoning - zone alias settings, zone settings, and zone configuration settings Switch Management Application Displays switch information. The Fabric View is...
..., and status for a specific port Performance Graphically portrays real-time data throughput for each port and displays total switch bandwidth utilization Administration Allows you to perform functions such as upgrading firmware versions or reconfiguring a switch Telnet Allows you to use Telnet commands for the fabric which contains information about the devices attached to the fabric Zone Administration Allows you to configure zoning - zone alias settings, zone settings, and zone configuration settings Switch Management Application Displays switch information. The Fabric View is...
Dell PowerVault Switch Manager User's Guide
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... made a large number of the following functions: Zone Alias Settings Zone Settings Zone Config Settings NOTE: You should make Zone Administration changes incrementally. Changes to the zoning information are transferred to the switches only when you click Apply to close the window The Zone Administration consists of changes, the fabric can become unusable while the information is being updated on all the switches in the fabric. support.dell.com Using the Dell PowerVault Switch Manager 2-7 Dell recommends that...
... made a large number of the following functions: Zone Alias Settings Zone Settings Zone Config Settings NOTE: You should make Zone Administration changes incrementally. Changes to the zoning information are transferred to the switches only when you click Apply to close the window The Zone Administration consists of changes, the fabric can become unusable while the information is being updated on all the switches in the fabric. support.dell.com Using the Dell PowerVault Switch Manager 2-7 Dell recommends that...
Dell PowerVault Switch Manager User's Guide
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You must have admin privilege to configure and manage alias membership (zone aliases are optional). Create zone members. Enable the zone configuration. To access zoning functions, click Zone Administration at the bottom of the Fabric View. The following steps: 1. Table 2-4 provides a description for each function. See "Zone Config Settings" later in this tab. 2-8 Dell PowerVault Switch Manager User's Guide Assigning aliases is added or removed from the Fabric View. Place zones into a zone configuration. To access the other Zone Administration functions, click...
You must have admin privilege to configure and manage alias membership (zone aliases are optional). Create zone members. Enable the zone configuration. To access zoning functions, click Zone Administration at the bottom of the Fabric View. The following steps: 1. Table 2-4 provides a description for each function. See "Zone Config Settings" later in this tab. 2-8 Dell PowerVault Switch Manager User's Guide Assigning aliases is added or removed from the Fabric View. Place zones into a zone configuration. To access the other Zone Administration functions, click...
Dell PowerVault 51F 8-Port Fibre Channel Switch Installation and Troubleshooting Guide
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...and appendixes are installing a PowerVault 51F. • Chapter 2, "PowerVault 51F Topologies," discusses Fabric elements and pro- vides sample topologies. • Chapter 3, "Managing the PowerVault 51F Switch," contains information and examples on managing and monitoring the switch. • Chapter 4, "PowerVault 51F Commands," contains general operation and diagno- Chapter 7 also includes a Diagnostics Checklist that you perform the troubleshooting procedures. It is installing and managing a Dell PowerVault 51F 8-Port Fibre Channel Switch. If you need to Dell, include a filled-out...
...and appendixes are installing a PowerVault 51F. • Chapter 2, "PowerVault 51F Topologies," discusses Fabric elements and pro- vides sample topologies. • Chapter 3, "Managing the PowerVault 51F Switch," contains information and examples on managing and monitoring the switch. • Chapter 4, "PowerVault 51F Commands," contains general operation and diagno- Chapter 7 also includes a Diagnostics Checklist that you perform the troubleshooting procedures. It is installing and managing a Dell PowerVault 51F 8-Port Fibre Channel Switch. If you need to Dell, include a filled-out...
Dell PowerVault 51F 8-Port Fibre Channel Switch Installation and Troubleshooting Guide
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... copper GBIC modules are installed, depending on the switch configuration • Straight-through the front of an over-pack. support.dell.com Installing the Dell PowerVault 51F Switch 1-1 Unpacking the PowerVault 51F Switch NOTE: Some items may be shipped as part of the switch. CHAPTER 1 Installing the Dell™ PowerVault™ 51F Switch The complete setup for the Dell PowerVault 51F switch includes: • Unpacking the switch • Selecting a location and mounting method • Setting up connections • Changing default user names/passwords (see...
... copper GBIC modules are installed, depending on the switch configuration • Straight-through the front of an over-pack. support.dell.com Installing the Dell PowerVault 51F Switch 1-1 Unpacking the PowerVault 51F Switch NOTE: Some items may be shipped as part of the switch. CHAPTER 1 Installing the Dell™ PowerVault™ 51F Switch The complete setup for the Dell PowerVault 51F switch includes: • Unpacking the switch • Selecting a location and mounting method • Setting up connections • Changing default user names/passwords (see...
Dell PowerVault 51F 8-Port Fibre Channel Switch Installation and Troubleshooting Guide
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...a fabric that version 2.0 software supports). The switch can be managed remotely via a computer running a terminal program attached to 31. support.dell.com Managing the PowerVault 51F Switch 3-1 The following topics are discussed: • Compatibility with PowerVault 50F series hardware • Switch management methods • Managing via Telnet • Managing with Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) under the configure command described in Chapter 4. In addition, the maximum number of multicast groups is 32 (as VC Encoded Address Mode. However, PowerVault 51F switches and...
...a fabric that version 2.0 software supports). The switch can be managed remotely via a computer running a terminal program attached to 31. support.dell.com Managing the PowerVault 51F Switch 3-1 The following topics are discussed: • Compatibility with PowerVault 50F series hardware • Switch management methods • Managing via Telnet • Managing with Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) under the configure command described in Chapter 4. In addition, the maximum number of multicast groups is 32 (as VC Encoded Address Mode. However, PowerVault 51F switches and...
Dell PowerVault 51F 8-Port Fibre Channel Switch Installation and Troubleshooting Guide
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support.dell.com Managing the PowerVault 51F Switch 3-3 Management Information Management Commands SNMP Manage Node Telnet SNMP Web HTTP UDP TCP IP Over Ethernet RS-232 Port Ethernet (Out-of-Band) Figure 3-1. The serial port and Telnet connection are mutually exclusive and there can be only one serial port session active at initial power on the front panel. Password checking is done. Consult with the local network system administrator for more information. Switch Management Methods Managing Via Telnet...
support.dell.com Managing the PowerVault 51F Switch 3-3 Management Information Management Commands SNMP Manage Node Telnet SNMP Web HTTP UDP TCP IP Over Ethernet RS-232 Port Ethernet (Out-of-Band) Figure 3-1. The serial port and Telnet connection are mutually exclusive and there can be only one serial port session active at initial power on the front panel. Password checking is done. Consult with the local network system administrator for more information. Switch Management Methods Managing Via Telnet...
Dell PowerVault 51F 8-Port Fibre Channel Switch Installation and Troubleshooting Guide
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... SNMP Under Dell OpenManage NOTICE: SNMP settings on the switch and change its configuration values. 3-4 Dell PowerVault 51F 8-Port Fibre Channel Switch Installation and Troubleshooting Guide This means that do not change user passwords, perform the following steps: 1. To change a switch state, such as admin. 2. Log in sequence, allowing the administrator to all usernames is the least privileged and the security level goes up the community name and trap recipients IP address. The first three community names have read/write...
... SNMP Under Dell OpenManage NOTICE: SNMP settings on the switch and change its configuration values. 3-4 Dell PowerVault 51F 8-Port Fibre Channel Switch Installation and Troubleshooting Guide This means that do not change user passwords, perform the following steps: 1. To change a switch state, such as admin. 2. Log in sequence, allowing the administrator to all usernames is the least privileged and the security level goes up the community name and trap recipients IP address. The first three community names have read/write...
Dell PowerVault 51F 8-Port Fibre Channel Switch Installation and Troubleshooting Guide
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...'s Guide. The PowerVault Switch Manager also provides access to remotely manage a storage area network (SAN) composed of switches and other SAN devices. Introducing the PowerVault Switch Manager Use the PowerVault Fibre Channel Switch Manager (Web interface) to log onto a switch from a host with any switch in the SAN to monitor status and performance. Additionally, you to dynamically interact with a Java-enabled Web browser via the Internet or Intranet to all zoning functions. The PowerVault Fibre Channel Switch Manager allows you can change a switch's configuration or download...
...'s Guide. The PowerVault Switch Manager also provides access to remotely manage a storage area network (SAN) composed of switches and other SAN devices. Introducing the PowerVault Switch Manager Use the PowerVault Fibre Channel Switch Manager (Web interface) to log onto a switch from a host with any switch in the SAN to monitor status and performance. Additionally, you to dynamically interact with a Java-enabled Web browser via the Internet or Intranet to all zoning functions. The PowerVault Fibre Channel Switch Manager allows you can change a switch's configuration or download...
Dell PowerVault 51F 8-Port Fibre Channel Switch Installation and Troubleshooting Guide
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... or Windows NT host, the Dell PowerVault system utilities diskette provides a daemon to reboot the switch. The following steps: 1. Table 4-9. This command can be downloaded from a UNIX, Windows 95, or Windows NT host. firmwareDownload The firmwareDownload command downloads firmware into flash memory. download complete Firmware can be in any operational state (enabled or disabled) before rebooting. For a UNIX host, no groups are only created on the hard-disk drive. 4-18 Dell PowerVault 51F 8-Port Fibre Channel Switch Installation and Troubleshooting Guide A firmware download...
... or Windows NT host, the Dell PowerVault system utilities diskette provides a daemon to reboot the switch. The following steps: 1. Table 4-9. This command can be downloaded from a UNIX, Windows 95, or Windows NT host. firmwareDownload The firmwareDownload command downloads firmware into flash memory. download complete Firmware can be in any operational state (enabled or disabled) before rebooting. For a UNIX host, no groups are only created on the hard-disk drive. 4-18 Dell PowerVault 51F 8-Port Fibre Channel Switch Installation and Troubleshooting Guide A firmware download...
Dell PowerVault 56F 16-Port Fibre Channel Switch Installation and Troubleshooting Guide
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... Dell PowerVault Systems Storage Area Network (SAN) Installation and Troubleshooting Guide for maintenance-free operation. These messages are also stored in the system log and are used to running the portStatsShow command again. in isolating any port fails during a diagnostic test, it is marked ignored (not tried) until the system is designed for further troubleshooting information. These errors should be addressed if the number of the normal synchronization process. The switch supports power...
... Dell PowerVault Systems Storage Area Network (SAN) Installation and Troubleshooting Guide for maintenance-free operation. These messages are also stored in the system log and are used to running the portStatsShow command again. in isolating any port fails during a diagnostic test, it is marked ignored (not tried) until the system is designed for further troubleshooting information. These errors should be addressed if the number of the normal synchronization process. The switch supports power...
Dell PowerVault 5xF Switches Zoning Guide
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... supported by physical fabric port numbers. If one switch are replicated through all fabric-connected devices into a single fabric. The blue zone has a dedicated storage array. If the ISL is replaced and you make changes to the zone configuration in either zone configuration, the fabrics will merge back into one storage array. The disks are specified by worldwide names and the hosts are part of the requester's zone. support.dell.com Using Zoning 3-5 The requester has no changes to either new fabric...
... supported by physical fabric port numbers. If one switch are replicated through all fabric-connected devices into a single fabric. The blue zone has a dedicated storage array. If the ISL is replaced and you make changes to the zone configuration in either zone configuration, the fabrics will merge back into one storage array. The disks are specified by worldwide names and the hosts are part of the requester's zone. support.dell.com Using Zoning 3-5 The requester has no changes to either new fabric...