User's Manual

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Section 2
Using SANsurfer Switch Manager
This section describes how to use the SANsurfer Switch Manager application and
its menus. The following topics are covered:
 Installing the Management Application
 Starting SANsurfer Switch Manager
 Exiting SANsurfer Switch Manager
 Uninstalling SANsurfer Switch Manager
 Changing the Encryption Key for the Default Fabric View File
 Saving and Opening Fabric View Files
 Setting SANsurfer Switch Manager Preferences
 Using Online Help
 Viewing Software Version and Copyright Information
 SANsurfer Switch Manager User Interface
 Using the Topology Display
 Using the Faceplate Display
2.1
Installing the Management Application
You can manage the switch using SANsurfer Switch Manager as a standalone
application or as a part of SANsurfer Management Suite™. SANsurfer
Management Suite is QLogic’s integrated fabric management application,
managing both HBAs and switches.
 If your switch was shipped with a SANsurfer Switch Manager Disk, refer to
”SANsurfer Switch Manager” on page 2-2 for instructions on how to install
SANsurfer Switch Manager.
 If your switch was shipped with a SANsurfer Management Suite Disk, refer
to ”SANsurfer Management Suite” on page 2-3 for instructions on how to
install and upgrade SANsurfer Management Suite.
Refer to the SANbox 5200 Series Switch Management User’s Guide for more
information about using, exiting, and uninstalling SANsurfer Management Suite
and SANsurfer Switch Manager.