Enable/Disable And Online State Functions; For More Information; Switch Binding; Configuring Switch Binding - Overview - HP 316095-B21 - StorageWorks Edge Switch 2/24 User Manual

Enable/Disable and Online State Functions

In order for Fabric Binding to function, specific operating parameters and optional
features must be enabled. Also, there are specific requirements for disabling these
parameters and features when the Director or Edge Switch is offline or online. Be
aware of the following:
• Because switches are bound to a fabric by world wide name (WWN) and domain
ID, the Insistent Domain ID option in the Configure Switch Parameters dialog
box is automatically enabled if Fabric Binding is enabled. You cannot disable
Insistent Domain ID while Fabric Binding is active and the switch is online.
• If Fabric Binding is enabled and the switch is online, you cannot disable Insistent
Domain ID.
• If Fabric Binding is enabled and the Director or Edge Switch is offline, you can
disable Insistent Domain ID, but this will disable Fabric Binding.
• You cannot disable Fabric Binding or Switch Binding if Enterprise Fabric Mode is
enabled. However, if Enterprise Fabric Mode is disabled, you can disable Fabric
Binding, Switch Binding, or both.

For More Information

To enable, disable, and configure this option, refer to the Fabric Binding section of
Chapter 8, "Optional Features," in the hp StorageWorks ha-fabric manager user guide.

Switch Binding

This feature is managed through the Switch Binding submenu options available on
the Product Manager Configure menu. Using Switch Binding, you can specify
devices and switches that can attach to switch ports. This provides security in
environments that include a large number of devices by ensuring that only the
intended set of devices attach to a Edge Switch or Director.

Configuring Switch Binding - Overview

To configure switch binding, you must first activate the feature using the Switch
Binding State Change dialog box while selecting the type of port where you want to
restrict connection (connection policy). Possible selections are E_Ports, F_Ports, or all
types.
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