edge switch 2/32 product manager user guide

edge switch 2/32 product manager user guide 6–11
Optional Features
• Switch Binding is not enabled for the same port type as enabled for the
Connection Policy in the Switch Binding State Change dialog box. For
example, a WWN for a Switch attached to an E_Port can be removed if the
Switch Binding Connection Policy was enabled to Restrict F_Ports.
• The Switch or device with the WWN is connected to a port that is blocked.
5. The Switch or device with the WWN is not currently connected to the Switch
(detached node).
6. WWNs can be added to the Switch Membership List (and thereby allowed
connection) when Switch Binding is either enabled or disabled. To allow
connection to a Switch port from a WWN in the Node List panel, choose the
WWN or nickname in the Node List panel, then click the Add button. The WWN
or nickname will move to the Membership List panel.
7. To add a WWN for a device or Switch not currently connected to the Switch, click
Detached Node. The Add Detached Node dialog box displays.
8. Enter the appropriate WWN or nickname (if configured through HAFM) and click
OK. The WWN or nickname displays in the Switch Membership List.
9. Click Activate to enable the changes and close the dialog box.
Enable/Disable and Online State Functions
In order for Switch Binding to function, specific operating parameters and optional
features must be enabled. Also, there are specific requirements for disabling these
parameters and features when the Director or Switch is offline or online. Be aware of
the following:
• Switch Binding can be enabled or disabled whether the Switch is offline or online.
• Enabling Enterprise Fabric Mode automatically enables Switch Binding.
• You cannot disable Switch Binding if Enterprise Fabric Mode is enabled.
• If Enterprise Fabric Mode is enabled and the Director or Switch is online, you
cannot disable Switch Binding. However, if Enterprise Fabric Mode is disabled,
you can disable Fabric Binding, Switch Binding, or both.
• If Enterprise Fabric Mode is enabled and the Director or Switch is offline you can
disable Switch Binding, but Enterprise Fabric Mode will also disable.