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  • Page 1 Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 ® Installation Guide Part No: E74400-01 November 2016...
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  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Using This Documentation .................  9 Product Documentation Library .................  9 Feedback .......................  9 Understanding the Switch .................  11 Installation Task Overview ................ 11 Switch Overview ...................  13 Front Panel Components ................. 14 Rear Panel Components .................. 15 Confirming Specifications .................  17 Physical Specifications ...................  17 Electrical Specifications .................. 18 Environmental Specifications ................ 18 Airflow Precautions .................. 19 Rack Compatibility ..................
  • Page 6 ▼ Verify LED Status .................. 89 Chassis Status LEDs .................. 90 1GBase-T Cable Status LEDs ................ 91 Power Supply Status LEDs ................ 92 Fan Module Status LED .................  93 I/O Module Status LEDs ................ 93 I/O Module Port LEDs ...................  94 Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Installation Guide • November 2016...
  • Page 7 ▼ Verify Connectivity ..................  96 ▼ Run the Oracle Fabric OS Configuration Wizard ..........  102 Oracle Fabric OS Configuration Wizard Parameters ...........  104 ▼ Log In to the Oracle Fabric OS Interface ............  105 ▼ Log In to the Oracle Fabric Manager Interface .......... 106 Glossary ...................... 109...
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  • Page 9: Using This Documentation

    Using This Documentation Overview – Describes how to prepare for and install the Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12. ■ Audience – Installers, technicians, system administrators, and authorized service providers. ■ Required knowledge – Advanced experience installing network hardware. ■ This document uses the terms virtualization switch and switch to refer to the Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12.
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  • Page 11: Understanding The Switch

    Understanding the Switch These topics describe the switch and the installation process. “Installation Task Overview” on page 11 ■ “Switch Overview” on page 13 ■ “Front Panel Components” on page 14 ■ “Rear Panel Components” on page 15 ■ Related Information “Confirming Specifications”...
  • Page 12 “Oracle Fabric OS Configuration Wizard Parameters” on page 104 ■ “Log In to the Oracle Fabric OS Interface” on page 105 ■ “Log In to the Oracle Fabric Manager Interface” on page 106 Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Installation Guide • November 2016...

  • Page 13: Switch Overview

    Switch Overview Related Information “Switch Overview” on page 13 ■ “Front Panel Components” on page 14 ■ “Rear Panel Components” on page 15 ■ Switch Overview The switch is a complete access switching and I/O platform designed to consolidate and virtualize the switching infrastructure for server and storage systems deployed in high- performance enterprise clouds.

  • Page 14: Front Panel Components

    The front panel is the fan and power supply end of the switch. This end of the switch is installed to the cold aisle. Description RFID tag Fan modules 0 to 3, starting from the left most fan. Chassis status LEDs Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Installation Guide • November 2016...

  • Page 15: Rear Panel Components

    The rear panel is the data cable connection end of the switch. This end of the switch is installed to the hot aisle. The switch can be populated with any mixture of Oracle F2 I/O modules as needed for your deployment. The illustration shows an example of one hardware configuration for the switch.
  • Page 16 Oracle F2 Long Range InfiniBand module Oracle F2 Quad Port 10GBASE-T module Related Information “Installation Task Overview” on page 11 ■ “Switch Overview” on page 13 ■ “Front Panel Components” on page 14 ■ Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Installation Guide • November 2016...

  • Page 17: Confirming Specifications

    Confirming Specifications These topics describe the specifications of the switch and related precautions for installation. “Physical Specifications” on page 17 ■ “Electrical Specifications” on page 18 ■ “Environmental Specifications” on page 18 ■ “Airflow Precautions” on page 19 ■ “Rack Compatibility” on page 20 ■...

  • Page 18: Electrical Specifications

    5% to 85% noncondensing, 27˚C maximum wet 5% to 85% noncondensing, 80˚F maximum wet bulb bulb Elevation (Oracle requirement) Maximum 3000 meters at 40˚C Maximum 9840 feet at 104˚F Related Information “Physical Specifications” on page 17 ■ Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Installation Guide • November 2016...

  • Page 19: Airflow Precautions

    Airflow Precautions “Electrical Specifications” on page 18 ■ “Airflow Precautions” on page 19 ■ “Rack Compatibility” on page 20 ■ “Rack Precautions” on page 20 ■ Airflow Precautions Proper airflow is essential for keeping the switch's internal temperatures within a safe Caution - operating range.

  • Page 20: Rack Compatibility

    “Rack Compatibility” on page 20 ■ “Rack Precautions” on page 20 ■ Rack Compatibility This switch and rackmounting hardware is designed for installation into an Oracle Sun Rack II or compatible rack or cabinet. Related Information “Physical Specifications” on page 17 ■...
  • Page 21 Rack Precautions Circuit Overloading. Do not overload the power supply circuits. Before connecting Caution - the switch to the supply circuit, review the equipment nameplate power ratings and consider the effect that circuit overloading might have on overcurrent protection and supply wiring. Reliable Grounding.
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  • Page 23: Preparing For Installation

    Preparing for Installation These topics provide information to prepare for the switch installation process. “Shipping Kit” on page 24 ■ “Handling Precautions” on page 26 ■ “ESD Precautions” on page 27 ■ “Installation Tools” on page 27 ■ Related Information “Understanding the Switch”...

  • Page 24: Shipping Kit

    Shipping Kit Description Switch Left and right shelf rails Documentation Power cords Cable management comb Fasteners Mushroom screw kit (for use with shelf rails) Related Information “Handling Precautions” on page 26 ■ Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Installation Guide • November 2016...

  • Page 25: Record The Mac Ids

    Record the MAC IDs “ESD Precautions” on page 27 ■ “Installation Tools” on page 27 ■ Record the MAC IDs Identify the prerequisite and subsequent installation tasks that you must perform in conjunction with this task. “Installation Task Overview” on page Remove the Customer Information sheet from the outside of the shipping carton.

  • Page 26: Assign Ip Addresses To The Sp And Scp Through Dhcp

    Deploy the anti-tilt legs on the equipment rack before beginning an installation. A lift is required to lift and mount this switch into a rack when using the tasks in this Caution - document. Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Installation Guide • November 2016...

  • Page 27: Esd Precautions

    ESD Precautions When performing a two-person task, always communicate your intentions clearly Caution - before, during, and after each step to minimize confusion. Related Information “Shipping Kit” on page 24 ■ “ESD Precautions” on page 27 ■ “Installation Tools” on page 27 ■...
  • Page 28 Installation Tools Gloves ■ Related Information “Shipping Kit” on page 24 ■ “Handling Precautions” on page 26 ■ “ESD Precautions” on page 27 ■ Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Installation Guide • November 2016...

  • Page 29: Installing The Switch

    Installing the Switch These topics describe how to install the switch. Description Links Ready the rack for the switch. ■ “Stabilize the Rack” on page 29 ■ “Mark the Rack” on page 30 ■ “Install the Rackmount Hardware” on page 32 ■...

  • Page 30: Mark The Rack

    Identify the prerequisite and subsequent installation tasks that you must perform in conjunction with this task. “Installation Task Overview” on page Determine where you are installing the switch. Mark this location on each rack post with masking tape. Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Installation Guide • November 2016...
  • Page 31 Mark the Rack For example, rack unit 9. Counting the number of rack units from the bottom of the rack to the mounting location assists you when marking the other rack posts. Install the rackmount hardware. “Install the Rackmount Hardware” on page Related Information “Stabilize the Rack”...

  • Page 32: Install The Rackmount Hardware

    “Installation Task Overview” on page Identify the left and right shelf rails. The words LEFT and RIGHT on the shelf rails indicate the front ends of the shelf rails. Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Installation Guide • November 2016...
  • Page 33 Install the Rackmount Hardware Insert the mushroom screw into the last screw hole on the interior of the shelf rail. Installing the Switch...
  • Page 34 Press the shelf rail into the rear rack post while pressing and releasing the release tab. The shelf rail secures to the rear rack post. Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Installation Guide • November 2016...
  • Page 35 Install the Rackmount Hardware Extend the shelf rail toward the front of the rack, and position the front of the shelf rail into the front rack post. Press the shelf rail into the front rack post while pressing and releasing the release tab.
  • Page 36 “Route the Power Cords and Management Cables” on page 38 ■ “Install the Switch” on page 39 ■ “Install an I/O Module” on page 42 ■ “Remove a Filler Panel” on page 47 ■ Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Installation Guide • November 2016...

  • Page 37: Install The Cable Management Comb

    Install the Cable Management Comb Install the Cable Management Comb Identify the prerequisite and subsequent installation tasks that you must perform in conjunction with this task. “Installation Task Overview” on page Orient the upper mounting holes of the cable management comb to where you just installed the 10-32 cage nuts.

  • Page 38: Route The Power Cords And Management Cables

    Install the switch. “Install the Switch” on page Related Information “Stabilize the Rack” on page 29 ■ “Mark the Rack” on page 30 ■ “Install the Rackmount Hardware” on page 32 ■ Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Installation Guide • November 2016...

  • Page 39: Install The Switch

    Install the Switch “Install the Cable Management Comb” on page 37 ■ “Install the Switch” on page 39 ■ “Install an I/O Module” on page 42 ■ “Remove a Filler Panel” on page 47 ■ Install the Switch The weight of the switch is such that a lift or two people are used to raise the switch Caution - to the shelf rails.
  • Page 40 The switch is correctly installed when you have slid it completely into the rack, and each screw is seated in its bracket. Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Installation Guide • November 2016...
  • Page 41 Install the Switch When the chassis is correctly installed, use a No. 2 Phillips screwdriver to secure the switch chassis to the front rack posts with the captive screws at each side. Consider your next task. If you are installing I/O modules, do that now. ■...

  • Page 42: Install An I/O Module

    ■ Install an I/O Module This procedure depicts installing the Oracle F2 10 Gb and 40 Gb Ethernet module, however the procedure is the same for all I/O modules. I/O modules can be installed in any module slot in the chassis.
  • Page 43 Install an I/O Module Remove the filler panel from the slot where you are installing the I/O module. “Remove a Filler Panel” on page On the I/O module, squeeze the upper and lower halves of the release lever together, and swing the release lever to the fully open position. Align the I/O module to the slot where you are installing it.
  • Page 44 Install an I/O Module The LEDs and data cable receptacles face you, and the release lever is to the lower right. Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Installation Guide • November 2016...
  • Page 45 Install an I/O Module Slide the I/O module into the chassis until the release lever begins to rise, then close the release lever to secure the I/O module in the slot. Repeat Step 4 Step 8 for all I/O modules to be installed. Installing the Switch...
  • Page 46 “Install the Cable Management Comb” on page 37 ■ “Route the Power Cords and Management Cables” on page 38 ■ “Install the Switch” on page 39 ■ “Remove a Filler Panel” on page 47 ■ Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Installation Guide • November 2016...

  • Page 47: Remove A Filler Panel

    Remove a Filler Panel Remove a Filler Panel To maintain thermal stability, never operate the switch with an empty slot. Remove Caution - filler panels only as you replace them with an I/O module in a one-for-one basis. Identify the prerequisite and subsequent installation tasks that you must perform in conjunction with this task.
  • Page 48 Remove a Filler Panel Squeeze the upper and lower halves of the release lever together, and pull the lever in a downward motion. The filler panel is unseated from the slot connection. Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Installation Guide • November 2016...
  • Page 49 Remove a Filler Panel Use the release lever to pull the filler panel from the switch chassis. Use your free hand to take the weight of the filler panel, as it comes free of the chassis. Set the filler panel aside. Finish installing an I/O module.
  • Page 50 “Install the Cable Management Comb” on page 37 ■ “Route the Power Cords and Management Cables” on page 38 ■ “Install the Switch” on page 39 ■ “Install an I/O Module” on page 42 ■ Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Installation Guide • November 2016...

  • Page 51: Connecting Cables

    Connecting Cables These topics provide cabling information and describe how to cable the switch. Description Links Understand cable requirements. ■ “Chassis Cable Requirements” on page 51 ■ “I/O Module Cable Requirements” on page 52 Identify cable differences. “Standard MT and PrizmMT Cables” on page 53 Heed cable precautions.

  • Page 52: I/O Module Cable Requirements

    ■ I/O Module Cable Requirements The I/O modules require cables specific to the I/O module's functionality. Oracle F2 10 Gb and 40 Gb Ethernet module – MPO and LC duplex type optical fiber ■ cable. Oracle F2 Dual Port 16Gb Fibre Channel module – LC type optical fiber cables.

  • Page 53: Standard Mt And Prizmmt Cables

    Oracle F2 Long Range InfiniBand module – MPO optical fiber cable. ■ Oracle F2 Quad Port 10GBASE-T module – Cat 5e or Cat 6 rated UTP RJ-45 cables. ■ Additional information for cables and connections is available in a connectivity guide for Oracle's EDR switch and Virtualized I/O Systems.
  • Page 54 PrizmMT cable. The standard MT cable is on the left and the PrizmMT cable is on the right. Description Aqua housing (standard MT) Standard ferrule (standard MT) Alignment pin holes (standard MT) Contact type optical fibers (standard MT) Magenta housing (PrizmMT) PrizmMT ferrule (PrizmMT) Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Installation Guide • November 2016...

  • Page 55: Standard Mt And Prizmmt Cable Precautions

    Standard MT and PrizmMT Cable Precautions Description Alignment post (PrizmMT) Focused optical fiber array (PrizmMT) Alignment hole (PrizmMT) Related Information “Chassis Cable Requirements” on page 51 ■ “I/O Module Cable Requirements” on page 52 ■ “Standard MT and PrizmMT Cable Precautions” on page 55 ■...

  • Page 56: General Cable Precautions

    85 mm (3.4 inches). Ensure that corners. Unroll the cable as you lay it cable turns are as wide as possible. down and move it through turns. Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Installation Guide • November 2016...
  • Page 57 General Cable Precautions Do not twist the cable to open a kink. If it Do not pack the cable to fit a tight space. is not severe, open the kink by unlooping Use an alternative cable route. the cable. Do not hang the cable for a length Do not straighten the cable to correct a more than 2 meters (7 feet).

  • Page 58: (Optional) Assemble The Qsfp Cables

    Remove the cap from the MTP connector of the fiber optic cable. Holding the shaft of the MTP connector, insert the MTP connector into the receptacle of the QSFP optical transceiver. Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Installation Guide • November 2016...
  • Page 59 (Optional) Assemble the QSFP Cables The MPO connector and QSFP receptacle are keyed for proper fitting. There are Note - different types of QSFP receptacles. For example, some have a retaining clip, shown, and some have a retaining strap. Push the connector into the transceiver until it clicks. Consider your next step.

  • Page 60: (Optional) Assemble The Sfp+ Cables

    Remove the plug from an SFP+ optical transceiver. Remove the caps from an LC connector of the fiber optic cable. Holding the shafts of the LC connector, insert it into the receptacles of the SFP+ optical transceiver. Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Installation Guide • November 2016...
  • Page 61 (Optional) Assemble the SFP+ Cables The LC connector and SFP+ receptacles are keyed for proper fitting. Note - Push the connector into the transceiver until it clicks. Repeat from Step 4 for all SFP+ optical transceivers and LC connectors. Repeat from Step 3 for all data cables to be assembled.

  • Page 62: Route The Cables

    Step 4a through Step 4c for each node or host. Connect the cables to the switch. “Connect the RJ-45 Ethernet Cables” on page Related Information “Chassis Cable Requirements” on page 51 ■ Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Installation Guide • November 2016...

  • Page 63: Connect The Rj-45 Ethernet Cables

    “Secure Cables to the Cable Management Comb” on page 73 ■ Connect the RJ-45 Ethernet Cables Use this procedure to connect RJ-45 cables to an Oracle F2 Quad Port 10GBASE-T I/O module as well as to the switch chassis. Identify the prerequisite and subsequent installation tasks that you must perform in conjunction with this task.
  • Page 64 Connect the RJ-45 Ethernet Cables For the chassis, the tab on the connector is up. Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Installation Guide • November 2016...
  • Page 65 Connect the RJ-45 Ethernet Cables For the Oracle F2 Quad Port 10GBASE-T module, the tab on the connector is to the right. Insert the connector into the receptacle until it clicks, securing it in place. Lay the cable into a slot on the cable management comb.

  • Page 66: Connect The Prizmmt Cables

    Remove any filler plug (if installed) from the PrizmMT receptacle where you are installing the cable, and visually inspect the receptacle. The receptacle should be clean and free of dirt or debris. Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Installation Guide • November 2016...
  • Page 67 Connect the PrizmMT Cables Clean the receptacle: Remove the adapter from the end of the PrizmMT cleaner. Insert the cleaner tip into the receptacle. Pump the cleaner into the receptacle, advancing the cleaning cloth inside. Remove the cleaner from the receptacle and verify cleanliness. Replace the adapter onto the end of the PrizmMT cleaner.
  • Page 68 Lay the cable into a slot on the cable management comb. Repeat Step 2 through Step 8 for each cable to be connected. If link quality issues occur, and you suspect cleanliness is the cause: Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Installation Guide • November 2016...

  • Page 69: Connect The Qsfp Cables

    Connect the QSFP Cables Unplug the cable(s). For each end of the cable, repeat Step Plug in the cable(s). When cables are connected, consider your next task. Connect the QSFP cables if necessary. ■ “Connect the QSFP Cables” on page Connect the LC cables if necessary.
  • Page 70 Ensure that the retraction strap is folded back against the cable. Orient the cable connector to the QSFP receptacle squarely and vertically. For the Oracle F2 10 Gb and 40 Gb Ethernet module, ensure that the L groove is to the right. Slowly move the connector in.

  • Page 71: Connect The Lc Cables

    Connect the LC Cables Repeat Step 6 through Step 7 for each cable to be connected. Secure the cables to the cable management comb. “Secure Cables to the Cable Management Comb” on page Related Information “Chassis Cable Requirements” on page 51 ■...
  • Page 72 “(Optional) Assemble the SFP+ Cables” on page 60 ■ “Route the Cables” on page 62 ■ “Connect the RJ-45 Ethernet Cables” on page 63 ■ “Connect the PrizmMT Cables” on page 66 ■ Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Installation Guide • November 2016...

  • Page 73: Secure Cables To The Cable Management Comb

    Secure Cables to the Cable Management Comb “Secure Cables to the Cable Management Comb” on page 73 ■ Secure Cables to the Cable Management Comb Identify the prerequisite and subsequent installation tasks that you must perform in conjunction with this task. “Installation Task Overview”...
  • Page 74 “Route the Cables” on page 62 ■ “Connect the RJ-45 Ethernet Cables” on page 63 ■ “Connect the PrizmMT Cables” on page 66 ■ “Connect the QSFP Cables” on page 69 ■ Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Installation Guide • November 2016...

  • Page 75: Powering On The Switch

    Powering On the Switch These topics describe how to power on the switch for the first time. Description Links If you are not using DHCP-assigned IP ■ “Connect the SER MGT Cable” on page 75 addresses, connect the serial management ■...
  • Page 76 “Assign a Static IP Address to the SP” on page 83 ■ “Assign a Static IP Address to the SCP” on page 85 ■ “Log In to the SP (Network Management)” on page 86 ■ Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Installation Guide • November 2016...

  • Page 77: Connect A Serial Management Device To The Ser Mgt Port

    Connect a Serial Management Device to the SER MGT Port Connect a Serial Management Device to the SER MGT Port Identify the prerequisite and subsequent installation tasks that you must perform in conjunction with this task. “Installation Task Overview” on page Configure the serial management device to these parameters: 9600 baud ■...
  • Page 78 Connect Power Cords Lower the retaining wire from in front of the power receptacles at the rear of the switch chassis. Plug both power cords into the receptacles. Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Installation Guide • November 2016...
  • Page 79 Connect Power Cords In this illustration, AC1 is the left power receptacle, and AC0 is the right power receptacle. Powering On the Switch...
  • Page 80 To provide redundancy, connect each power cord to a separate power source. The switch Note - can operate with only one power source, but there is no redundancy in that case. Do not apply power at this time. Caution - Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Installation Guide • November 2016...

  • Page 81: Power On The Switch

    Power On the Switch Power on the switch. “Power On the Switch” on page Related Information “Connect the SER MGT Cable” on page 75 ■ “Connect a Serial Management Device to the SER MGT Port” on page 77 ■ “Power On the Switch” on page 81 ■...

  • Page 82: Log In To The Sp (Ser Mgt)

    On the serial management device, press the Return or Enter key several times to synchronize the connection. The login prompt is displayed. hostname login: where hostname is the host name of the SP. If no host name is assigned, ORACLESP-unknown might be displayed. Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Installation Guide • November 2016...

  • Page 83: Assign A Static Ip Address To The Sp

    Password: changeme -> The -> prompt is displayed. You can change the password at a later time. Refer to the Oracle EDR InfiniBand Switch Note - and Virtualized I/O System Administration Guide, changing the administrator password. Consider your next task.
  • Page 84 “Log In to the SP (Network Management)” on page Related Information “Connect the SER MGT Cable” on page 75 ■ “Connect a Serial Management Device to the SER MGT Port” on page 77 ■ Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Installation Guide • November 2016...

  • Page 85: Assign A Static Ip Address To The Scp

    The default password is changeme. If this is the first time the switch has been started, or if the switch config has been cleared, through the Oracle Fabric OS Configuration Wizard: Specifying the SCP address allocation method, either static or dhcp.

  • Page 86: Log In To The Sp (Network Management)

    “Run the Oracle Fabric OS Configuration Wizard” on page 102. If the Oracle Fabric OS Configuration Wizard does not start, you can set the SCP IP Note - address and netmask, and host name through the set system management-interface, set system management-interface -netmask, and set system hostname commands in the Oracle Fabric OS.
  • Page 87 Log In to the SP (Network Management) You can change the password at a later time. Refer to the Oracle EDR InfiniBand Note - Switch and Virtualized I/O System Administration Guide, changing the root user password for instructions. The Oracle ILOM shell prompt (->) is displayed.
  • Page 88 Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Installation Guide • November 2016...

  • Page 89: Verifying Functionality

    “Verify That the Switch Is Operational” on page 94 ■ “Verify Connectivity” on page 96 Administer the switch. ■ “Log In to the Oracle Fabric OS Interface” on page 105 ■ “Run the Oracle Fabric OS Configuration Wizard” on page 102 ■...

  • Page 90: Chassis Status Leds

    “Verify That the Switch Is Operational” on page 94 ■ “Verify Connectivity” on page 96 ■ “Log In to the Oracle Fabric Manager Interface” on page 106 ■ “Log In to the Oracle Fabric OS Interface” on page 105 ■...

  • Page 91: 1Gbase-T Cable Status Leds

    “Verify That the Switch Is Operational” on page 94 ■ “Verify Connectivity” on page 96 ■ “Log In to the Oracle Fabric Manager Interface” on page 106 ■ “Log In to the Oracle Fabric OS Interface” on page 105 ■...

  • Page 92: Power Supply Status Leds

    “Verify That the Switch Is Operational” on page 94 ■ “Verify Connectivity” on page 96 ■ “Log In to the Oracle Fabric Manager Interface” on page 106 ■ “Log In to the Oracle Fabric OS Interface” on page 105 ■...

  • Page 93: Fan Module Status Led

    “Verify That the Switch Is Operational” on page 94 ■ “Verify Connectivity” on page 96 ■ “Log In to the Oracle Fabric Manager Interface” on page 106 ■ “Log In to the Oracle Fabric OS Interface” on page 105 ■...

  • Page 94: I/O Module Port Leds

    (s), and the information displayed by the LEDs differs depending on the type of I/O module. Refer to: Oracle F2 Dual Port 16 Gb Fibre Channel Module User’s Guide ■ Oracle F2 10 Gb and 40 Gb Ethernet Module User’s Guide ■...
  • Page 95 If an I/O module is not installed in a slot, that slot is not reported. Note - If any target has a health value other than OK, investigate why. Refer to detecting and managing faults in the Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Service Manual. Identify any open problems.

  • Page 96: Verify Connectivity

    Subsystems Component ------------------------ ------------------ ------------ -> If any open problems are discovered, investigate the problem. Refer to detecting and managing faults in the Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Service Manual. Verify the switch's connectivity. “Verify Connectivity” on page Related Information “Verify LED Status” on page 89 ■...
  • Page 97 Verify Connectivity Management Switch for Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 SEFOS login: Log in to SEFOS. SEFOS login: root Password: admin123 SEFOS# The default password is admin123. Display the state of the Ethernet ports. SEFOS# show interfaces status Port Status Duplex...
  • Page 98 If the output of a known installed card is not connected, or the status of a known-connected port is anything other than connected, investigate why. Refer to detecting and managing faults in the Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Service Manual and to the EMS module documentation.
  • Page 99 ■ customers. If the output displays a known installed card as not identified, or if a slot is in a down state, investigate why. Refer to detecting and managing faults in the Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Service Manual. Verifying Functionality...
  • Page 100 – 16 Gb Fibre Channel ■ state– Operational and administrative state of the I/O module in the listed slot. ■ descr – An optional description of the module or slot. ■ Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Installation Guide • November 2016...
  • Page 101 Refer to the detecting and managing faults in the Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Service Manual, and to the Oracle Fabric OS documentation for assistance. Exit the host console.

  • Page 102: Run The Oracle Fabric Os Configuration Wizard

    If you are manually running the wizard, consider backing up configuration data before proceeding. The Oracle Fabric OS configuration wizard runs the first time the switch is started, or after each time the system configuration is reset or cleared. To run the Oracle Fabric OS configuration wizard, you must be in the Oracle ILOM to access the SCP through the host console.
  • Page 103 Answer the questions as the wizard requests. When completed, the wizard reboots the Oracle Fabric OS. Return to verifying the switch connectivity or log in to the Oracle Fabric OS or Oracle Fabric Manager with the newly configured values. See: “Verify Connectivity”...

  • Page 104: Oracle Fabric Os Configuration Wizard Parameters

    What is the password for the admin user? comply with strong password Note - This password will also be used to manage the switch from within Oracle Fabric Manager. parameters (if configured). What IP address type will be used for the switch ?

  • Page 105: Log In To The Oracle Fabric Os Interface

    ■ Log In to the Oracle Fabric OS Interface When you log in to the Oracle Fabric OS interface for the very first time, the Oracle Fabric OS configuration wizard starts. Only after completing the Oracle Fabric OS configuration wizard can you manage the switch through the Oracle Fabric OS Interface.

  • Page 106: Log In To The Oracle Fabric Manager Interface

    Log In to the Oracle Fabric Manager Interface When you log in to the Oracle Fabric OS interface for the very first time, the Oracle Fabric OS configuration wizard starts. Oracle Fabric Manager uses information that the Oracle Fabric OS configuration wizard requires.
  • Page 107 Type the username and password of the Oracle Fabric Manager administrator. The default username is root, and the password is changeme, which is the SCP's root user and password. If you configured a different password, such as when you ran the Oracle Fabric OS configuration wizard, use that password.
  • Page 108 “Verify That the Switch Is Operational” on page 94 ■ “Verify Connectivity” on page 96 ■ “Log In to the Oracle Fabric OS Interface” on page 105 ■ “Run the Oracle Fabric OS Configuration Wizard” on page 102 ■ “Oracle Fabric OS Configuration Wizard Parameters” on page 104 ■...

  • Page 109: Glossary

    Glossary 10 Gb/40Gb I/O module for the Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 that supports Ethernet interfaces at 10Gb module and 40Gb per second. 16G Fibre I/O module for the Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 that supports Fibre Channel interfaces. Channel module adapter Physical device, such as an HCA or NIC, that enables a host to communicate through a fabric or network.
  • Page 110 "housing" was assigned by the manufacturer, USConec. I/O module A user-replaceable physical interface component for the Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12. Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Installation Guide • November 2016...
  • Page 111 LDAP over A scheme of securing LDAP through a Secure Sockets Layer tunnel. See also LDAP. long-range IB I/O module for the Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 that supports QDR IB throughput over module distances up to 40 kilometers. LR IB IOM I/O module for the Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 that supports QDR IB throughput over distances up to 40 kilometers.
  • Page 112 A web-based GUI to administer the switch and fabric. Manager Oracle Fabric Oracle Fabric Operating System. The operating system within the SCP, that manages the fabric. See also SCP. Oracle ILOM Oracle Integrated Lights-Out Manager. An interface using the IPMI protocol and the I C bus to monitor and control the hardware components of a chassis.
  • Page 113 Oracle Solaris Oracle Solaris operating system. A UNIX-based operating system, typically used for high- performance Enterprise computing platforms. PrizmMT An optical fiber connector and cable used for IB 4x and 12x technology. Is configured with cable a PrizmMT ferrule. Appears similar to, but is not compatible with standard MT cables and connectors.
  • Page 114 World Wide Name. An identifier used for Fibre Channel and other storage interface devices. WWNN World Wide Node Name. A Fibre Channel name specifically for a node. WWPN World Wide Port Name. A Fibre Channel name specifically for a port. Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Installation Guide • November 2016...

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    Index Numbers and Symbols rear panel, 15 configuration wizard, Oracle Fabric OS 1GBase-T module LEDs, 91 parameters, 104 running, 102 connecting cables, 51 airflow precautions, 19 power cords, 77 assembling PrizmMT cables, 66 cables, 58, 60 RJ-45 cables, 63 assigning DHCP IP address...
  • Page 116 Oracle Fabric OS, 105 Oracle Fabric Manager interface, 106 QSFP cables Oracle Fabric OS interface, 105 assembling, 58 network management, 86 SER MGT, 82 rack compatibility, 20 MAC address, 25 precautions, 20 Oracle Fabric Interconnect F2-12 Installation Guide • November 2016...
  • Page 117 56 operation, 94 routing switch, verifying functionality, 89 cables, 62 power cords, 38 running the Oracle Fabric OS configuration wizard, 102 tools, installation, 27 understanding the switch, 11 assigning DHCP IP address, 26 assigning static IP address, 85 login...
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