Server Connection Commands - HP StorageWorks Modular Smart Array 1000 cs User Manual

Using the CLI

Server connection commands

Each time the MSA is powered on, all active HBA connections to the MSA are
automatically detected and identified by their WWPN.
Before a server accesses the storage of the MSA, you must identify the operating
system (host mode) of each connection. HP also recommends assigning a
user-defined name to each connection, to make the identification and setup of each
connection easier.
After connections are established, be sure to restrict access to the LUNs to specific
servers. The CLI uses an Access Control List (ACL) to enter the list of LUNs a
server can access. See the following section
more information about SSP and ACLs.
Each of the following commands is used to enter and manage the connections:
Note:
connected to the MSA, including connection name, WWPN, and profile.
The connection name and the WWPN are used when entering connection information.
See
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Naming a connection
Setting the connection profile
Changing the name of a connection
Changing the HBA of a connection
Deleting a connection name
Use the
SHOW CONNECTIONS
"Viewing connection information" on page 30
Modular Smart Array 1000/1500 cs Command Line Interface User Guide
"Access control list
command to display information about each HBA
for details.
commands" for