Connecting Secondary Interface Cables - IBM DS4800 User, Installation And Maintenance Manual

Connecting secondary interface cables

This section is applicable to (direct) out-of-band management configurations only. If
your configuration uses host-agent (in-band) management, skip this section.
Use the Ethernet interface ports on the back of the storage subsystem to connect
the controllers for direct management of the storage subsystems (see "Direct
(out-of-band) management method" on page 83).
Important:
1. The serial interface ports are intended to be used by service technicians to
2. To minimize security risks, do not connect the DS4800 in a public LAN or public
3. To ensure proper EMI shielding, always use quality braided and shielded serial
Connect a pair of Ethernet cables from the storage-management station to the
Ethernet ports for Controller A (located on the top) and Controller B (located on the
bottom) on the back of the storage subsystem. Figure 60 shows the location of the
ports. Only one Ethernet port connection from each controller is required to
establish a direct (out-of-band) management connection to the DS4800 Storage
Subsystem.
Note: The alignment of the Ethernet and serial ports on controller A are opposite
RS-232
serial port
Figure 60. Ethernet and serial port locations
perform diagnostic operations on the storage subsystem. Incorrect use of the
serial port can result in loss of data access and, in some cases, in loss of data.
Do not make connections to the serial port unless you do so under the direct
supervision and guidance of IBM support personnel.
subnet. Use a local private network for the DS4800 and the management
station Ethernet ports.
cables.
those of controller B. Before inserting an Ethernet or serial cable, verify that
the cable connection is rotated correctly to match the alignment of the port
on the RAID controller. Do not force-fit.
Controller A
Controller B
Ethernet ports
RS-232
Ethernet ports
serial port
Chapter 3. Cabling the storage subsystem
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