Changing The Switch Address - HP storageworks 2/32 Installation Manual

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Verify the type of LAN installation with the customer's network administrator. If
one switch is installed on a dedicated LAN, network addresses do not require
change.

Changing the Switch Address

If multiple switches are installed or a public LAN segment is used, network
addresses must be changed to conform to the customer's LAN addressing scheme.
The following items are required to perform this task:
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Perform the following steps to change a switch's IP address, subnet mask, or
gateway address:
1. Remove the protective metal plate from the 9-pin maintenance port at the rear
2. Connect the other cable end to a 9-pin communication port (COM1 or
3. Power on the maintenance terminal. After the PC powers on, the Windows
Note:
communication software are described in
Edge Switch 2/32 Installation Guide
Gateway address—the default gateway address is 0.0.0.0. If the switch is
installed on a dedicated LAN with no connection through a router, the address
does not require change. If the switch is installed on a public LAN (corporate
intranet), the gateway address must be changed to the address of the corporate
intranet's local router.
A local workstation (desktop or notebook computer) with:
— Microsoft Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows XP, or Windows NT
4.0 operating system.
— RS-232 serial communication software (for example, ProComm Plus or
HyperTerminal).
Note that the HAFM server may be used for this function and that
HyperTerminal is included in Windows 2000 provided in the HAFM server.
An asynchronous RS-232 null modem cable (provided with the switch).
of the switch (a Phillips-tip screwdriver is required). Connect the 9-pin end of
the RS-232 null modem cable to the port.
COM2) at the rear of the maintenance terminal PC.
desktop displays. Refer to operating instructions shipped with the PC.
Procedures for changing network addresses using the HyperTerminal serial
Installing and Configuring the Edge Switch 2/32
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