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Connecting the FC SAN Module to the Ethernet network
Once you have successfully set the appropriate IP address of the FC SAN Module, you can establish
an Ethernet connection through the Chassis Management Controller (CMC) to a remote
management workstation for any additional configuration. The management workstation must be
on the same Ethernet subnet as the CMC.
NOTE
Ensure that the FC SAN Module is not being modified from any other connection until configuration
is complete.
Connecting the FC SAN Module to the fabric
Perform the following steps to connect the FC SAN Module to the fabric.
1. If you need to install SFP transceivers, install them in the external Fibre Channel ports as
2. Connect the cables to the transceivers.
3. Check the LEDs to verify that all components are functional.
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required.
a. Remove the dust plugs from the ports to be used.
b. If necessary, remove the end caps from the SFP.
c.
Orient the transceiver correctly and insert it into a port until it is firmly seated and the
latching mechanism clicks.
For instructions specific to the type of transceiver, refer to the transceiver manufacturer's
documentation.
d. Repeat substeps a, b, and c for the remaining ports, as required.
NOTE
Use only Dell-approved SFPs on the external ports of this module, shown in
transceivers supported"
on page 30.
The transceivers are keyed to ensure correct orientation. If a transceiver does not install easily,
ensure that it is correctly oriented and that the end caps have been removed.
ATTENTION
A cable should not be bent to a radius less than 5.08 cm (2 inches) under full tensile load and
3.048 cm (1.2 inches) with no tensile load.
Tie wraps are not recommended for optical cables because they are easily overtightened.
a. Orient a cable connector so that the key (the ridge on one side of connector) aligns with
the slot in the transceiver.
b. Insert the cable into the transceiver until the latching mechanism clicks. For instructions
specific to cable type, refer to the cable manufacturer's documentation.
c.
Repeat for the remaining transceivers as required.
For information about LED patterns, see
Connecting the FC SAN Module to the Ethernet network
"Interpreting LED activity"
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"Optical
on page 23.
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