Related Manuals for HP A7510
Summarization of Contents
IRF Configuration
Hardware Compatibility
Details compatibility requirements for IRF fabrics, including switch models and cards.
IRF Overview
Provides a general introduction to HP's Intelligent Resilient Framework (IRF) technology.
Benefits of IRF
Outlines the advantages of using IRF technology, such as simplified management and high availability.
Application Scenario
IRF Application Scenario
Illustrates a typical IRF fabric setup with two member switches appearing as a single node.
Basic Concepts
IRF Implementation Schematic
Shows a schematic diagram of IRF implementation for two member switches.
Operating Mode
IRF Modes
Explains the different modes a switch can operate in regarding IRF.
Configuration File Auto-conversion
Describes the automatic conversion of configuration files when changing operating modes.
Switching Operating Mode to IRF
Provides steps to change a switch's operating mode to IRF.
IRF Member Switch Roles
Active MPU of a Member Switch
Describes the responsibilities of the active MPU within a member switch in an IRF fabric.
Standby MPUs of a Member Switch
Explains the role of standby MPUs as backups for active MPUs.
IRF Ports
Defines IRF ports as logical interfaces for internal connections between IRF member switches.
Physical IRF Ports
Details physical ports used for IRF connections, typically 10 GE optical ports.
Establishment, Operation, and Maintenance of an IRF Fabric
IRF Merge
Explains the process of merging partitioned or independent IRF fabrics.
Member Priority
Describes how member priority influences master election in an IRF fabric.
Connecting IRF Member Switches
Outlines the stages involved in establishing an IRF fabric, starting with connecting member switches.
Topology Collection
Connection Medium
Details the physical connection medium used for IRF member switches, typically 10 GE optical ports.
Connection Requirements
Specifies the requirements for physically connecting IRF ports between member switches.
IRF Topology
Topology Collection
Explains how member switches collect topology data through IRF hello packets.
Master Election
IRF Fabric Management and Maintenance
Covers managing and maintaining an IRF fabric after its establishment.
Member ID
Explains the use of member IDs for unique identification and management within an IRF fabric.
IRF Fabric Topology Maintenance
Describes how topology changes are handled and updated within the IRF fabric.
IRF Multi-Active Detection
Detection
Details how MAD mechanisms detect multi-active collisions in IRF fabrics.
Collision Handling
Explains how the system handles detected multi-active collisions to prevent network issues.
Failure Recovery
Outlines the procedures for recovering from IRF link failures and partitions.
Pre-configuring an IRF Member Switch in Standalone Mode
Setting a Member ID for the Switch
Guides on assigning a unique member ID to a switch before it joins an IRF fabric.
Specifying a Priority for the Switch
Explains how to set a priority for a switch to influence its role in master election.
Switching Operating Mode
IRF Modes
Explains the two operating modes: standalone and IRF.
Configuration File Auto-conversion
Covers automatic conversion of startup configurations when changing modes.
Switching the Operating Mode to IRF Mode
Provides steps to change a switch's operating mode to IRF.
Accessing an IRF Fabric
Accessing the Active MPU of an IRF Fabric
Explains how to access the active MPU for managing the IRF fabric.
Accessing a Standby MPU of an IRF Fabric
Details how to log into a standby MPU for configuration display or debugging.
Configuring IRF Member Switches in IRF Mode
Specifying an IRF Domain ID for an IRF Fabric
Explains the purpose and configuration of IRF domain IDs for fabric identification.
Configuring MAD Detection
Configuring LACP MAD
Details the LACP MAD detection mechanism for identifying IRF splits.
LACP MAD Detection Mechanism
Explains how LACP MAD detects IRF fabric partitions using LACPDUs.
Configuring BFD MAD
BFD MAD Detection Mechanism
Explains the BFD MAD detection mechanism using BFD protocol for IRF fabrics.
Network Requirements
Outlines network requirements for implementing BFD MAD detection.
IRF Configuration Fast Recovery
Configuration Prerequisites
Lists the prerequisites for performing IRF configuration fast recovery.
Displaying and Maintaining an IRF Fabric
Display Information About the IRF Fabric
Guides on how to display general information about the IRF fabric.
Display Topology Information About the IRF Fabric
Explains how to view the topology of the IRF fabric.
Display All Members' Configurations That Take Effect After Device Reboots
Details how to view member configurations after device reboots.
IRF Fabric Configuration Examples
LACP MAD Detection-Enabled IRF Configuration Example (with Two Member Switches)
Provides a practical example of configuring LACP MAD for a two-member IRF fabric.
Switching the Operating Mode of IRF Member Switches from IRF to Standalone
Configuration Considerations
Key points to consider before switching IRF switches to standalone mode.
Configuration Procedure
Outlines the steps to switch IRF member switches back to standalone mode.
Switching the Operating Mode of IRF Member Switches from IRF to Standalone
Network Requirements
Details network prerequisites for switching IRF switches to standalone mode.
Configuration Considerations
Important notes and steps for disconnecting IRF connections before switching modes.
Configuration Procedure
Provides the steps to identify the master and disconnect IRF connections.
Support and Other Resources
Contacting HP
Information on how to contact HP for technical support and required details.
Subscription Service
Encourages product registration for updates and notifications.
Documents
Guidance on finding related documents on the HP Business Support Center website.
Websites
Lists useful HP websites for support, downloads, and education.
Conventions
Command Conventions
Explains the conventions used for presenting commands and syntax in the document.
GUI Conventions
Describes the conventions used for graphical user interface elements.
Symbols
Explains the meaning of various symbols used in the document (e.g., WARNING, CAUTION).
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