Contents
About this guide ................................................................................. 15
Intended audience .................................................................................................................... 15
Related documentation .............................................................................................................. 15
Rack stability ............................................................................................................................ 17
HP technical support ................................................................................................................. 17
Customer self repair .................................................................................................................. 17
Subscription service .................................................................................................................. 17
HP websites ............................................................................................................................. 18
Documentation feedback ........................................................................................................... 18
Features ................................................................................................................................... 19
Hardware components .............................................................................................................. 20
DC SAN Director blades ........................................................................................................... 23
High availability ....................................................................................................................... 24
Reliability ................................................................................................................................ 24
Serviceability ........................................................................................................................... 24
Software features ...................................................................................................................... 25
Security ................................................................................................................................... 25
Network manageability ............................................................................................................. 26
Optional software licenses ......................................................................................................... 26
Optional hardware kits .............................................................................................................. 27
Removing the chassis door .................................................................................................. 38
Port numbering ......................................................................................................................... 42
Managing cables ..................................................................................................................... 43
Configuration overview .............................................................................................................. 49
HP StorageWorks DC and DC04 SAN Backbone Director Switches
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