.Part 5 Storage Security Best Practices and Support Information HP SAN Design Reference Guide 785355-001

RING_1 and Ring_1 are distinct switch identifiers.
Server naming
Servers are identified by the WWN of the HBA. For server aliases, use the operating system name
and the HBA number. For example, for server WIN01 with one HBA, define the alias as
WIN01_HBA01; for the second HBA, define the alias as WIN01_HBA02.
Storage system naming
Fibre Channel storage systems have a unique WWN for each controller port. When implementing
multiple fabrics, different ports are configured in each fabric.
Observe the following best practices:
• Assign a unique number to each storage port.
For example, ports in fabric 1 have aliases S1_A1 and S1_A2.
• Use a consistent alias naming convention for ports and HBAs throughout the configuration.
For example, configure HBA 1, S1_A1 and S1_B2 in fabric 1; configure HBA 2, S1_A2 and
S1_B1 in fabric 2.
• Define host connection names for the HBA WWNs similar to the alias names in the fabric.
For example, define alias WIN01_HBA1 for Windows server 1 and HBA 1.
Alias convention example
A storage system connected to two fabrics has the following aliases:
• First fabric:
S1_A1◦
◦ S1_B2
• Second fabric:
S1_A2◦
◦ S1_B1
Ports A1 and B2 are cabled to the first fabric. Ports A2 and B1 are cabled to the second fabric.
FCoE switch configuration quick-setup instructions
FCoE CN switches have dual capabilities in that they serve as both an Ethernet switch and an FC
switch. You must perform a setup procedure to achieve the desired function.
IMPORTANT: The procedures in this section are intended as a quick-start guide to configuring
the FCoE ports on an FCoE CN switch to access the FC ports on the FCoE CN switch and other
attached FC switches. It is intended for users who are familiar with FCoE switches and their
associated configuration commands.
HP 5820 FCoE Converged Network Switch quick setup
This procedure is intended for users who are familiar with HP A-series switches. Use this procedure
to enable servers with CNAs attached to the HP 5820 FCoE Converged Network Switch to access
devices from an attached B-series, C-series, or H-series FC fabric.
IMPORTANT: If you are not familiar with HP A-series switches, refer to the 5820 product
documentation for detailed instructions on setting up the switch.
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