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Installation Procedures - All Deployments
Connecting the Fibre Channel cables
Your MSA1500 cs can be deployed into a variety of configurations, from
relatively simple single-path configurations to more complex multi-path
configurations. Because there are two switches, two HBAs, and two servers in
multi-path (redundant) configurations, all of which use Fibre Channel cables,
cable connections must follow specific installation requirements.
To connect the MSA1500 cs to the SAN, use standard Fibre Channel cables.
Note:
a single-path and a multi-path installation.
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Use appropriate precautions when handling Fibre Channel cables:
Caution:
Touching the end of a Fibre Channel cable will either damage the cable or
cause performance problems, including intermittent difficulties accessing
the storage.
Whenever a Fibre Channel cable is not connected, replace the protective
covers on the ends of the cable.
Make certain that the Fibre Channel cables are installed and supported so
that no excess weight is placed on the connectors. This prevents damage to
the connector and cable. Excess cable should be loosely coiled and tied out
of the way, being careful not to coil the cable in a tight loop with a bend
radius of less than 3 inches (7.62 cm).
See the illustrations on the following pages for sample cabling configurations for
Modular Smart Array 1500 cs Installation Guide
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