Interconnect Bay Loading Summary; Hp Software For Server Deployment/San Connectivity - HP BL685c - ProLiant - 4 GB RAM Connectivity Manual

switches and also manages SAN resource access and security. Each server HBA port can see any or
all of the eight external FC ports on the SAN switch.
Figure 11. SAN switch connectivity for the HP BladeSystem c-Class enclosure
HP BladeSystem c-Class enclosure
Internal FC ports to
server blades
(devices 1-8, port 1)
(devices 9-16, port 1)*
Internal FC ports to
server blades
(devices 1-8, port 2)
(devices 9-16, port 2)*
*c7000 enclosure only
†
c3000 enclosure only

Interconnect bay loading summary

The previous examples illustrate interconnect modules being installed as pairs. Actual installations can
involve a mixed configuration of FC modules. One interconnect bay can be populated with a pass-
thru module while its associated redundant bay can have a SAN switch. The possible topography
variations to meet availability and redundancy goals are too numerous to describe in this document.
The general rule is that the technologies of redundant bays must be the same. However, not all
combinations are supported even when this rule is followed. Always consult product-specific
information to determine supported configurations.

HP software for server deployment/SAN connectivity

The HP ProLiant Essentials Rapid Deployment Pack (RDP) simplifies the installation, configuration, and
deployment of high volumes of server blades via a drag-and-drop, GUI-based console. For example,
IT personnel can install operating systems, service packs, virus patches, and other software on servers
using either scripting or imaging technology. HP RDP combines two powerful products: Altiris eXpress
Deployment Solution and the ProLiant Integration Module. Rapid Deployment Pack – Windows Edition
3.10 or later and Rapid Deployment Pack – Linux Edition 1.10 or later provide enhanced SAN
support. For more information, select the web link for the RDP Knowledge Base in the
information" section of this document.
HP Storage Essentials is an additional software tool for efficiently deploying HP BladeSystem server
blades to a large existing SAN or to a new SAN. The software can be used to set up and manage the
Brocade 4-Gb SAN Switch and the Cisco MDS 9124e Fabric Switch.
HP SAN Visibility and SAN Designer are free HP programs that can be used to discover, view, and
provide an extensive report on an existing SAN configuration. These programs can assist in
determining what is needed to add HP BladeSystem server blades to an existing SAN. Both programs
are available for downloading at the URLs provided in the
paper.
SAN
switch
module
(bay 2 † , 3, 5*, or 7*)
SAN
switch
module
(bay 2 † , 4, 6*, or 8*)
"For more
External FC ports
to SAN switches
or targets
External FC ports
to SAN switches
or targets
"For more
information" section of this
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