User's Manual

Installation an
d safet y considerations
The 8Gb SAN Sw it
ch installs in the I/O bays in the rear of the HP BladeSystem c-Class enclosure. Refer to
the appropriate BladeSystem Enclosure Setup and Installation Guide for specific enclosure requirements.
Installing multiple switches
If you do not have a DHCP server connected to the OA, install and con fi gure one 8Gb SAN Switch at a
time. This is required so that Ethernet I P address con flicts do not occur with duplicate d efault Ethernet IP
addresses.
IMPORTANT:
DHCP is enabled by default on this switch. In cases where DHCP is available, IP address conflicts will not
occur, simplifying multiple switch installations. See Using external DHCP,page24.
Each switch must be assigned a u nique Ethernet IP address during confi guration. Once the default
Ethernet IP address on the 8Gb SAN Switch has been changed, you may install additional 8Gb SAN
Switches in the enclosure.
See the appropriate HP BladeSystem E nclosure Setup and Installation Guide for help identifying your
specific enclosure setup, available connections, and power requirements.
Electrical considerations
The 8Gb SAN Switch requires 35 watts, p rovided by the enclosure. No other power requirement or
provision exists.
Environm ental considerations
Ensure proper cooling and ventilation by verifying the following:
• Theairventsontheenclosurearenotblockedorrestricted.
• The ambient air temperature at the front of the enclosure d oes not exceed 35°C (95°F) while the
switch is operating.
IMPORTANT:
The dust covers that ship with your 8Gb SAN Switch
must be inserted into any ports where SFPs are
not installed, to help contain air flow in the BladeSystem chassis.
Install the 8Gb SAN Switch
Install the Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch into the enclosure:
1. Locate the appropriate interconnect bay in the rear of the enclosure as specified in the appropriate
HP BladeSystem Enclosure Setup and Installation G uide provided with your enclosure.
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).
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