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Connecting the switch to the fabric
4. If you need to install transceivers, install them in the external CEE and FC ports as required.
5. Connect the cables to the transceivers.
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.
6. Check the LEDs to verify that all components are functional.
7.
8. Verify the correct operation of the converged network switch in the fabric by entering one of the
9. Back up the switch module configuration to an FTP server. See
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NOTE
It could take a short time (typically a few seconds, but sometimes up to 20 seconds) for the
newly added switch module to appear in the fabric display with its newly assigned domain ID.
a. Remove the dust plugs from the ports to be used.
b. If necessary, remove the end caps from the transceiver.
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 transceivers in the external optical ports of this module.
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. The cables used
in trunking groups must meet specific requirements.
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 the
Verify the correct operation of the converged network switch by typing the switchShow
command from the workstation.
This command provides information about switch module and port status.
following commands:
a. If you are in NPIV mode, enter the ag --show command
b. If you are in full fabric mode, enter the fabricShow command
on page 20 for specifics.
"Interpreting LED activity"
"Backing up the configuration"
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