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What is SAN switch port?
A storage area network (SAN) switch is a device that connects servers and shared pools of storage devices and is dedicated to moving storage traffic. SAN switches make it possible to build vast high-speed storage networks that interconnect thousands of servers accessing petabyte-scale data.
How do I disable a port on a SAN switch?
To disable a port:
- If you have not already done so, connect to the switch and log in as admin as described in Connect to the Command Line Interface.
- Issue portdisable portnumber command, where portnumber is the number of the port you want to disable.
How do I backup my HP SAN switch?
Re: HP StorageWorks 4/16 SAN Switch how to backup you can access the switch administrator by the webinterface. Click the “show advanced mode” button an navigate to “configure”. On the bottom of the screen you will find a tab with the name “Upload/ Download”. The zoning is included in this file.
How do I enable ports on my HP switch?
Enabling or disabling ports and configuring port mode (CLI)
- You can configure one or more of the following port parameters.
- See Status and parameters for each port type.
- To configure port C5 for auto-10-100, enter this command: HP Switch(config)# int c5 speed-duplex auto-10-100.
How do I download config from HP switch?
To copy a configuration file from a USB device to the switch:
- Insert a USB device into the switch’s USB port.
- Execute the following command: HP Switch# copy usb startup-config HP Switch-config.
- At the prompt, press [Enter] to reboot the switch and implement the newly downloaded software.
Does a switch assign IP addresses?
When computers are on the same IP segment, it means that the computers belong to the same network. But since the switch does not have the capability to assign IP addresses, the computers connected to it will not be able to communicate with each other.
Where do all SAN attach Fibre Channel devices register?
If a device is connected to the SAN its WWN is registered in the SAN switch name server. In place of a WWN, or worldwide port name (WWPN), SAN Fibre Channel storage device vendors may also hardcode a worldwide node name (WWNN).
What is Fibre Channel switching?
A Fibre Channel switch is a networking device that is compatible with the FC protocol and designed for use in a dedicated storage area network (SAN). An FC switch inspects a data packet header, determines the computing devices of origin and destination and forwards the packet to the intended system.
How do I check my ports on my HP switch?
To check the mode setting for a port on the switch, use either the Port Status screen in the menu interface or show interfaces brief in the CLI (see Viewing port status and configuration (CLI)).
What is the 8 Gbit/sec Fibre Channel 8/8 Base San switch?
The 8 Gbit/sec Fibre Channel 8/8 Base SAN Switch provides a simple, affordable, single-switch solution for a new, small SAN installation and connects to storage and servers only. An optional Full Fabric SAN scaling license provides connectivity to other switches.
How many active ports does the 8/8 full fabric SAN switch have?
AM866B 8/8 (8) Full Fabric Ports Enabled SAN Switch 8/8 SAN switch with 8 active ports; rackmount kit, accessory kit (enterprise safety and regulatory information, installation guide, rack-mounting instructions), power cords, single power supply, serial cable, base software of Full Fabric, Advanced Fabric OS, Advanced Web Tools, and Advanced Zoning
What license do I need for an 8GB 8-port SAN switch?
AM867B 8/8 SAN Switch 8Gb 8-port Upgrade LTU 8 port upgrade license for 8/8 Base SAN Switch (AM866B) and 8/8 SAN Switch (AM867B) T5518A Full Fabric License License for 8/8 Base (0) e-port SAN Switch (AM866B) to increase connectivity to Full Fabric connectivity T4261A
What is the performance of the 8/8 switch?
The 8/8 SAN Switch provides auto-sensing 1, 2, 4, and 8 Gbit/sec full duplex performance to enable up to 128 Gbit/sec of uncongested throughput. Auto-sensing and speed-matching of data traffic provides interoperability with previous 1, 2, and 4 Gbit/sec devices.