Instruction Manual

Install the 4Gb SAN Switch

CAUTION:

For switch revision l evels 0A and 0B only (running Fabric OS versions earlier than

5.2.1b)

—DHCP

is not supported on these models. Do not install multiple switches

at the same time with default addresses, as address conﬂicts will occur. Locate switch

rev ision levels on the switch or shipping carton. See Set the IP address.

For switch revision l evels 0C and a b ove only (Fabric OS 5.2.1b or later)

—DHCPis

supported an

d enabled by default for switches running Fabric OS 5.2.1b (switch rev

0C) or later

. In this case, IP address conﬂicts will not occur during multiple switch

installations. Locate switch rev ision levels on the switch or shipping carton. See

Using External DHCP.

The Brocade 4G b SAN switch is a hot-pluggable device. The enclosure power may be

on or off when inserting the switch. Follow these steps to install the 4 Gb SAN Switch.

1. Locate the appropria te interconnect bay in the rear of the enclosure per the

appropriate H P BladeSystem Enclosure Setup and Installation G uide provid ed with

your enclosure.

Remove the slot cover (if installed).

IMPORTANT:

Populate all enclosure I/O bays with the appropriate component (for

example a switch, Pass-Thru or one of the blank panels provided with

the enclosure).

CAUTION:

Properly ground yourself before handling the switch.

2. Press the handle latch to release the installation handle. See Figure 4.

Setup