AB291A Fabric Clustering System Support Guide (12-port Switch), April 2004

Installing HP Fabric Clustering System
Attach Cable Guides & Cables
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Figure 4-9 Cable Guide with Cables
Attach Cables
The connectors include a latching mechanism. The latching and unlatching mechanism varies by
manufacturer, and prior to installing cables, familiarize yourself with how to engage and disengage the latch.
Attach cables to switches and HCAs assuring that the latch is engaged on each connection.
Do not attempt to make sharp bends or folds in the cables. Care should be taken such that the mounting of
the cable to switch or adapter does not place unnecessary stress on the connection as depicted below:
Figure 4-10 Correct & Incorrect Cable Installation
Attach to other Fabric devices:
1. Be sure you have attached a connector cable to the adapter. Push the connector in until you hear it click.
2. Attach the free end of the cable to a compatible fabric switch or adapter.
The following table lists the cables that you can use with HP Fabric Clustering System.
Table 4-1 Cable Products
AB346A 5 meter 4X Fabric Copper Cable
AB353A 7 meter 4X Fabric Copper Cable
AB347A 10 meter 4X Fabric Copper Cable
Cable
C
a
b
l
e
C
a
b
l
e
Switch or Adapter
Switch or Adapter
Switch or Adapter