OSM Service Connection User's Guide (G06.30+)

to the cluster resource on which you want to perform an action.
Specifying a Cluster Switch Locator String
The Set Locator action allows you to specify a text string to indicate the physical location of a
cluster switch. This information, which appears in the Locator attribute for the cluster switch,
assists in locating the switch when maintenance is required.
The maximum length for the text string (including spaces) is:
64 characters for the 6780 switch●
32 characters for the 6770 switch●
To specify the switch location:
In the tree pane, expand the ServerNet Cluster.1.
Expand the external fabric on which the switch is located.2.
Navigate to the switch module and right-click it.3.
From the menu, select Actions.4.
From the Available Actions, select Set Locator.5.
Click Perform Action.6.
In the Locator box, type descriptive text to indicate where the switch is located (for
example, BLDG 12, ROOM 2154, SOUTH WALL).
7.
Click OK. Monitor the Action Status box for a message indicating completion of the
action.
8.
Close the Actions dialog box.9.
The switch location text appears in the Locator attribute for the cluster switch.
Updating Cluster Switches
To update the firmware, configuration, and FPGA images for the switch logic board in a 6780
switch module, see the ServerNet Cluster 6780 Planning and Installation Guide.
Use these procedures to update firmware and configuration on the ServerNet II Switch
component of a 6770 switch module. When performing these updates:
Update firmware before updating the configuration.●
Do not perform concurrent Firmware Update actions on the same ServerNet II switch.●