Page 1: Installation Guide
HP StorageWorks Core Switch 2/64 and SAN Director 2/128 installation guide Part number: AA–RVUSC–TE Third edition: January 2005...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Contents About this guide ........9 Intended audience .
Page 4 Installing the switch in specified racks ........35 Attaching the rack mount shelf brackets .
Page 5 4 Installing FRUs ........87 Replacing the chassis door.
Page 6 Fibre Channel port specifications ......... . . 143 CP card specifications.
Page 7 21 Cable management tray ..........89 22 16-port card removal and replacement .
Page 8 Contents...
Page 9: About This Guide
About this guide This installation guide provides information to help you: • Set up and configure the HP StorageWorks Core Switch 2/64 (Core Switch 2/64) and HP StorageWorks SAN Director 2/128 (SAN Director 2/128) • Maintain and operate the switches •...
Page 10: Document Conventions And Symbols
Click Technical documents. Follow the onscreen instructions to download the applicable documents. Document conventions and symbols Table 1 Document conventions Convention Element Medium blue text: Figure 1 Cross-reference links Bold Menu items, buttons, keys, tabs, and user input in a graphical interface Italics Text emphasis...
Page 11: Rack Stability
TIP: Provides helpful hints and shortcuts. Rack stability WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to equipment: • Extend leveling jacks to the floor. • Ensure that the full weight of the rack rests on the leveling jacks. •...
Page 12: Hp Storage Web Site
• Operating system type and revision level • Detailed, specific questions HP storage web site The HP storage web site has the latest information on this product, as well as the latest drivers: http://www.hp.com/country/us/eng/prodserv/storage.html. From this web site, select the appropriate product or solution.
Page 13: Overview
1 Overview This chapter provides the following topics: • Core Switch 2/64 and SAN Director 2/128 models, page 13 • Upgrading ports, page 14 • Key features, page 14 • Hardware components, page 15 • High availability, page 18 • Reliability, page 18 •...
Page 14: Upgrading Ports
Upgrading ports The Core Switch 2/64 and SAN Director 2/128 are available with 32 ports (0 through 31) installed and activated. To install additional ports, contact your HP representative to purchase a 16-port Upgrade module. Then, see the following sections for instructions on installing the 16-port card module: •...
Page 15: Hardware Components
Hardware components The Core Switch 2/64 and SAN Director 2/128 feature a modular and scalable mechanical construction that allows a wide range of flexibility in switch installation, fabric design, and maintenance. The modular chassis consists of the following: • Two slots for control processor (CP) cards (slots 5 and 6): •...
Page 16: Core Switch 2/64 And San Director 2/128 (Port Side)
Power Supply Exhaust Filler Vent Panel ON/OFF Switch (in "ON" position) POWER SUPPLY 4 ON/OFF Switch (in "OFF" position) Card Slot Filler Panel POWER SUPPLY 3 Link Link 10/100 Mb/s 10/100 Mb/s Active CP Active CP Power Supply CP Card POWER SUPPLY 2 16-Port Card...
Page 17: Core Switch 2/64 And San Director 2/128 (Nonport Side)
Figure 2 shows the nonport side of the Core Switch 2/64 and SAN Director 2/128. Port Card and Power Supply CP Card LEDs Bezel LEDs pwr4 pwr3 pwr2 pwr1 Blower Power Blower Fault Blower Handle Blower Assembly scale: 3/16" = 1" Blower Blower Assembly #1...
Page 18: High Availability
High availability The following features contribute to the Core Switch 2/64 and SAN Director 2/128 high-availability design: • Redundant, hot-swappable components • Redundant power and cooling subsystems • Enhanced data integrity on all data paths • Fabric Shortest Path First (FSPF) rerouting around failed links •...
Page 19: Serviceability
• Dual control processors that enable hot, nondisruptive fast firmware upgrades Each control processor contains two serial ports and one Ethernet port. Offline control processor diagnostics and remote diagnostics simplify troubleshooting. The standby control processor continuously runs diagnostics to ensure it is operational, should a failover be necessary.
Page 20: Security
Security Secure telnet access is available using Secure Shell (SSH), a network security protocol for secure remote login and other secure network services over an insecure network. Advanced Web Tools management is available via a secure browser using Secure Sockets Layer (SSL).
Page 21: Managing The Switch
Managing the switch You can use the management functions built into the Core Switch 2/64 and the SAN Director 2/128 to monitor the fabric topology, port status, physical status, and other information to aid in performance analysis and system debugging. You can manage the Core Switch 2/64 and the SAN Director 2/128 using any of the management options listed in Table...
Page 22: Optional Hardware Kits
NOTE: To ensure efficiency and interoperability, HP recommends upgrading switches to the http://www.hp.com latest firmware version. Go to to obtain the latest firmware. Optional hardware kits Table 3 lists the Core Switch 2/64 and SAN Director 2/128 optional hardware kits. Table 3 Core Switch 2/64 and SAN Director 2/128 orderable hardware Accessory...
Page 23 Table 3 Core Switch 2/64 and SAN Director 2/128 orderable hardware (continued) Accessory Part number 30m LC-to-SC multi-mode fc cable 221691-B26** 50m LC-to-SC multi-mode fc cable 221691-B27** SC female to SC female adapter kit C7534A* 2m LC male to SC male adapter kit C7540A* * premerger HP part number ** premerger Compaq part number...
Page 24 Overview...
Page 25: Installing And Configuring The Switch
2 Installing and configuring the switch This chapter provides the following topics: • Unpacking and verifying carton contents, page 26 • Installation overview, page 28 • Powering on the switch, page 43 • Establishing a serial connection, page 45 • Manage cables, page 47 •...
Page 26: Unpacking And Verifying Carton Contents
Unpacking and verifying carton contents Unpack and verify Core Switch 2/64 and SAN Director 2/128 shipping carton contents. See Figure 3 Table SHR-2506B Figure 3 Carton contents NOTE: SFP transceivers can be ordered separately from your authorized HP representative. The Core Switch 2/64 and SAN Director 2/128 support SWL, LWL, and ELWL transceivers. Table ”Core Switch 2/64 and SAN Director 2/128 orderable hardware”...
Page 27: Carton Contents Checklist
Table 4 Carton contents checklist Item Summary Chassis, includes the following: • Two CP cards • Two 16-port cards • Two power supplies • Three blower assemblies • One WWN card • One cable management tray Accessory Kit, includes the following •...
Page 28: Installation Overview
Table 4 Carton contents checklist (continued) Item Summary 14U Rack Mount Kit Rails, includes the following: • Left rack mount shelf bracket, (1); Right rack mount shelf bracket (1) • Left upper rack mount bracket assembly includes: Left upper rack mount bracket (flat); left upper rack mount bracket (L-shaped);...
Page 29: Cooling Requirements
• All equipment installed in the rack should have a reliable branch circuit ground connection, and should not rely on a connection to a branch circuit, such as a power strip. • The rack should be balanced, and the installed equipment should be within the rack’s weight limits.
Page 30: Installing The Switch As A Stand-Alone Unit
Two jumper cables (C19-C20) are provided to connect from the switch to the PDU. The recommended power cords to connect from the PDU to the wall are E7803A, E7805A, E7806A, E7808A, and E7809A. Installing the switch as a stand-alone unit The following items are required for this setup: •...
Page 31: Installing The Switch On A Flat Surface
NOTE: Put the chassis door aside. You will need to reinstall it after moving the switch off the pallet. Position the pallet so that the bottom of the chassis is level with the installation surface. If the chassis is on a pallet jack or lift, stabilize the pallet jack or lift to prevent it from moving during the transfer.
Page 32: Installing The Switch In A Rack
Installing the switch in a rack These sections contain specific information about installing the Core Switch 2/64 or the SAN Director 2/128 in an HP 10,000 series or HP System/e rack. WARNING! For safety reasons, when installing this product in an equipment rack, you must consider rack stability against tipping.
Page 33: Items Required For Installation
Items required for installation Locate the following items before beginning the installation procedure: • Lift device—A fully populated switch weighs approximately 250 lbs. A minimum of two people and a hydraulic or assisted lift are required to move the switch from the pallet to its operating location.
Page 34: Important Rack Mount Guidelines
Important rack mount guidelines Review the following rack mount guidelines before proceeding with the installation. WARNING! A fully populated Core Switch 2/64 or SAN Director 2/128 weighs approximately 250 lbs and requires a minimum of two people and a hydraulic or assisted lift to install it.
Page 35: Installing The Switch In Specified Racks
Installing the switch in specified racks Use the following procedure to install the Core Switch 2/64 or the SAN Director 2/128 in an HP 10,000 series or HP System/e rack using the 14U Rack Mount Kit supplied with the switch. Allow approximately 45 minutes to complete this procedure.
Page 36: Installing The Left And Right Rack Mount Shelf Brackets
SHR-2509A Left rack mount shelf bracket Right rack mount shelf bracket Adjusting screws 1/4-20 x .500-inch screws and washers (6) Figure 5 Installing the left and right rack mount shelf brackets Tighten the screws to a torque of 80-inch pounds. Repeat step 5 through...
Page 37: Attaching The Retainer Nuts-For Rails With Square Holes
Attaching the retainer nuts—for rails with square holes If you are installing the 14U Rack Mount Kit in rails with square holes (like the 10,000 series 42U rack), attach retainer nuts to vertical rails on service side of the rack as follows. First, count up 41 square holes from the 1U location.
Page 38: Attaching The Clip Nuts-For Rails With Round Holes
Attaching the clip nuts—for rails with round holes If you are installing the 14U Rack Mount Kit in rails with round holes, use the instructions in this section. Attach the clip nuts to the vertical rails on the service side of the rack as follows. Count up 41 round holes from the 1U location.
Page 39: Attaching The Left And Right Flat Upper Rack Mount Brackets
SHR-2511A Left flat upper rack mount bracket Detached L-shaped brackets (1 of 2) #10-32 x 5/16 inch screws (4) Right flat upper rack mount bracket Figure 7 Attaching the left and right flat upper rack mount brackets Tighten the screws and torque to 32 inch-pounds. Attach the two L-shaped brackets to the rack rails farthest from the service aisle.
Page 40: Finalizing The Rack Mount Procedure
SHR-2512A Two L-shaped brackets 1/4-20 x 1/2 inch Phillips panhead screws and Aligning top screw in hole #37 square washers Figure 8 Attaching L-shaped brackets to rails Finalizing the rack mount procedure This section tells you how to slide the switch into the rack and secure the chassis to the rack rails.
Page 41: Securing The Chassis To The Rails
Use the lift device to raise the chassis until the bottom of the chassis is level with the shelf-like surfaces of the rack mount shelf brackets. Slide the chassis onto the two rack mount shelf brackets. Securing the chassis to the rails Attach the two flat upper rack mount brackets (that you installed on the chassis earlier) to the two L-shaped brackets installed onto the rack rails.
Page 42: Reinstalling The Chassis Door
Secure the chassis port side to the rack rails using two #10-32 x 5/8 inch screws on each side. SHR-2514A Figure 10 Securing the chassis port side to rack rails Tighten the screws, and torque to 32 inch-pounds. See Figure 10 for screw locations.
Page 43: Powering On The Switch
Powering on the switch NOTE: If you plan to use a modem with the Core Switch 2/64 or a SAN Director 2/128, you need to connect it prior to powering on the switch. To install a modem, refer to ”Setting up and installing modems”...
Page 44: Ac Panel And Power Cord Retainers
NOTE: The ON/OFF switches for CP cards are identical to the ON/OFF switches on the 16-port cards (see Figure 11). Verify that the AC switch covers are installed over the AC switches. These clear plastic covers fit over the AC switches with their edges tucked underneath the outlet covers, preventing the AC switches from being powered on or off accidentally (see Figure 12).
Page 45: Establishing A Serial Connection
Loosen the clamping screw on each retainer, insert the power cords through the retainers into the power receptacles on the Core Switch 2/64 or the SAN Director 2/128, and tighten the clamping screws. The power cords are designed with left bends, so each should route to opposite sides of the chassis.
Page 46 NOTE: The console port is intended primarily for use during the initial setting of the IP address and for service purposes. If necessary, the adapter on the serial cable can be removed to allow for an RJ45 serial connection. Access the switch using a terminal emulator application (such as HyperTerminal on ®...
Page 47: Manage Cables
Modify passwords, if desired. Passwords can be 8 to 40 characters long and should include a combination of numbers and upper/lowercase letters To skip modifying the password, press Ctrl-C. Example: Fabric OS (swDir) swDir login: admin Password: Please change your passwords now. Use Control-C to exit or press 'Enter' key to proceed.
Page 48: Cable Guide (Pillar)
Two items are provided to assist with cable management: • Cable management tray—The cable management tray is attached to the bottom of the chassis (see Figure 12) and can be used to route the power cables and other cables down below the chassis or out the sides of the chassis.
Page 49 Leave at least one meter of slack for each fiber optic cable. This provides room to remove and replace the port card, allows for inadvertent movement of the rack, and helps prevent the cables from being bent to less than the minimum bend radius. Use the cable guides provided with the switch to group the cables.
Page 50: Effective Cable Management (Director 2/128 Shown)
POWER SUPPLY 4 POWER SUPPLY 3 Link Link 10/100 Mb/s 10/100 Mb/s Active CP Active CP POWER SUPPLY 2 POWER SUPPLY 1 POWER SUPPLY 1 & 3 POWER SUPPLY 2 & 4 200-240 VAC 12A 50-60 Hz 200-240 VAC 12A 50-60 Hz scale: 1/4"...
Page 51: Pid Format Summary
PID format summary This section describes the process ID (PID) addressing format, which is one of several used in Fibre Channel operations. The PID parameter is used by the routing and zoning services in Fibre Channel fabrics to identify ports in the network. The PID format is analogous to specifying the physical switch and port that a device is attached to in data networks.
Page 52: Configuration Overview
Configuration overview The Core Switch 2/64 includes two logical switches in one cabinet. Each switch can have up to 64 ports. The SAN Director 2/128 is a single switch in one cabinet. It can have up to128 ports. This section provides information about how each switch is configured. Core Switch 2/64 The Core Switch 2/64 can contain up to two logical switches, each with its own configuration: one logical switch for any 16-port cards in slots 1–4, and one logical switch for any 16-port...
Page 53: San Director 2/128
SAN Director 2/128 Configuration information for the SAN Director 2/128 is stored in the WWN card and in the CP cards’ flash memory. The configuration settings are automatically mirrored to the standby CP card. In this way, the most current configuration is available even if the active CP card fails. You can also back up the configuration by uploading the settings to a workstation using the configUpload command (see ”Backing up system configuration...
Page 54: San Director 2/128
• Logical IP addresses: A logical IP address and subnet mask for both logical switches (modifiable through the ipAddrSet command). • Switch names for both logical switches (modifiable through the switchName command). • Switch status policies (modifiable through the switchStatusPloicySet command). •...
Page 55: Setting Up A Configuration
Table 6 lists Director 2/128 default configuration settings. Table 6 Director 2/128 default parameters Parameter Default Switch Name swDIR Base IP Address for CP 0 10.77.77.75 Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 CP card 0 and 1 Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 Ethernet Link Mode Auto CLI Timeout 15 Minutes...
Page 56: Configure Ip Addresses For Cp Cards
Configure IP addresses for CP cards The Core Switch 2/64 and the SAN Director 2/128 Director each require three IP addresses, which are configured using the ipAddrSet command. IP addresses are required for both CP cards (CP0 and CP1) and for the switch. NOTE: Use a block of three IP addresses that are consecutively numbered in the last octet.
Page 57: Configure Ip Address For The Switch
NOTE: The host name is the name assigned to the CP card. The same gateway address must be used for both CP cards (these gateway addresses are referenced for the IP addresses). Press Enter to update the IP address of the active CP card immediately. Repeat these steps to configure the IP address of the standby CP card.
Page 58: Establish An Ethernet Connection
Reboot the CP card by entering the reboot command at the prompt. CAUTION: The terminal serial port can be used to monitor error messages through a serial connection. HP does not recommend using the terminal serial port as a command interface during normal operations.
Page 59: Customize A Switch Name
Customize a switch name The switch name of the Core Switch 2/64 or the SAN Director 2/128 Director can be up to 15 characters long; can include alpha, numeric, and underscore characters; and must begin with an alpha character. The default name for the Core Switch 2/64 or the SAN Director 2/128 is swDir.
Page 60: Set The Domain Id
Set the Domain ID Each switch in the fabric must have a unique Domain ID. You can set the Domain ID using the configure command. You can also allow the system to set the Domain ID automatically. NOTE: The default Domain ID for the Core Switch 2/64 SAN Director 2/128 is 1.
Page 61: Enable Software Licenses
Position one of the SFP transceivers so that the key is oriented correctly to the port. Insert the transceiver into the port until it is firmly seated and the latching mechanism clicks. Transceivers are keyed so that they can be inserted only with the correct orientation. If a transceiver does not slide in easily, ensure that it is correctly oriented.
Page 62: Back Up The Configuration
Back up the configuration HP recommends that you save all key configuration data for the Core Switch 2/64 or the SAN Director 2/128—including license key information—and upload it to a host for emergency reference. Routine backups of the configuration are recommended to ensure the current configuration is available if needed.
Page 63: Operating The Switch
3 Operating the switch The Core Switch 2/64 and SAN Director 2/128 are engineered for reliability and do not require routine operational steps or maintenance. This chapter covers the following topics, which describe methods you can use to determine if any non-routine operational steps or maintenance are required: •...
Page 64: Interpreting Led Activity
Interpreting LED activity System activity and status can be determined through the activity of the LED indicators on the switch. There are three possible LED states: • No light • Steady light, in one of the following colors: • Green •...
Page 65: Front Of 16-Port Card
Port Card ON/OFF Switch in "ON" position ON/OFF Switch (in "OFF" position) Power LED Status LED Port Speed LED (16x) Fibre Channel Port (16x) Port Status LED (16x) scale: 5/16" = 1" Ejector (2x) Figure 15 Front of 16-port card Core Switch 2/64 and SAN Director 2/128 installation guide...
Page 66: 16-Port Card Led Patterns
Table 7 16-port card LED patterns LED location/ Color Status Recommended action purpose Power Steady green Port card is receiving No action required. power. No light (LED is off) Port card is not receiving Ensure card is firmly seated and power.
Page 67 Table 7 16-port card LED patterns (continued) LED location/ Color Status Recommended action purpose Port Status (lower No light (LED is off) Port is not receiving Verify that the power LED is on, LED adjacent to power, or there is no and check the transceiver and each port) light or signal carrier...
Page 68: Cp Cards
CP cards To determine the status of a CP card: Check the LED indicators on the port card (see Figure 16). The LED patterns may temporarily change during POST and other diagnostic tests; for information about how to interpret the LED patterns, refer to Table Check port card status using the slotShow command (see ”Obtaining chassis and...
Page 69: Front Of Cp Card
ON/OFF Switch in "OFF" position ON/OFF Switch (in "ON" position) Power LED Status LED RS-232 Modem Port Console Port (10101) Link Status LED Link Ethernet Port 10/100 Mb/s Link Speed LED Active CP 10/100 Mb/s Active CP LED CP Card scale: 5/16"...
Page 70: Cp Card Led Patterns
Table 8 CP card LED patterns LED location/ Color Status Recommended action purpose Power Steady green CP card is not No action required. receiving power. No light (LED is off) CP card is not Ensure card is firmly seated receiving power. and has power.
Page 71: Power Supplies
Table 8 CP card LED patterns (continued) LED location/ Color Status Recommended action purpose Ethernet Link No light (LED is off) Ethernet link speed is Ensure CP has power. Speed (lower 10 Mb/s or CP card LED beneath does not have Ethernet port) incoming power.
Page 72: Power Supply Leds
Power Supply scale: 3/16" = 1" scale: 3/8" = 1" Locking Tab Handle Power LED Predictive Failure LED Fail LED Front of Power Supply Figure 17 Power supply LEDs Operating the switch...
Page 73: Power Supply Led Patterns
Table 9 Power supply LED patterns LED location/ Color Status Recommended action purpose Power No light Power supply is not Ensure power supply is firmly (LED is off) receiving power and seated, switch is receiving is not providing power power, both power cables to the switch.
Page 74: Blower Assemblies
Blower assemblies To determine the status of a blower assembly: Check the LED indicators on the blower assembly (see Figure 18). The LED patterns may temporarily change during POST and other diagnostic tests; for information about how to interpret the LED patterns, refer to Table Check the blower assembly status using the fanShow command.
Page 75: Wwn Card
Table 10 Blower assembly LED patterns LED location/ Color Status Recommended action purpose Power No light Blower assembly does Ensure that the blower assembly (LED is off) not have incoming is firmly seated and has power. power. Steady green Blower assembly has No action required.
Page 76: Data Stored On The Wwn Card
Table 11 Data stored on the WWN card Data Related commands WWN values wwn, chassisShow Data about the chassis and WWN card chassisShow Ethernet and Fibre Channel IP address ipAddrShow, ipAddrSet information for the CP cards History log information historyShow, historyLastShow Names of switch switchName NOTE:...
Page 77: Wwn Bezel Leds
NOTE: For more information about error messages, refer to the HP StorageWorks system error messages reference guide for the Fabric OS version running on your switch. Port Cards CP Cards (Slots 1-4 and 7-10) (Slots 5 and 6) Power LED Power LED scale: Power Supplies...
Page 78: Diagnostics And Troubleshooting Overview
NOTE: If a Status LED on the WWN bezel flashes, the Power LED on the WWN bezel also flashes, for increased visibility. Diagnostics and troubleshooting overview For information about troubleshooting the entire fabric, refer to the HP StorageWorks procedures user guide for the Fabric OS version running on your switch. The Core Switch 2/64 and the SAN Director 2/128 include a number of diagnostic aids to assist with troubleshooting, including LEDs on the hardware, commands that display current status, diagnostic tests for hardware and software, and error messages.
Page 79: Obtaining Chassis And Component Status
Obtaining chassis and component status The CLI commands listed in Table 14 provide status and environmental information about the chassis and its components. These commands provide information only, and they do not interrupt traffic flow. For more information about these commands, refer to the HP StorageWorks command reference guide for the Fabric OS version running on your switch.
Page 80: Interpreting Post And Boot Results
Interpreting POST and boot results The Core Switch 2/64 and the SAN Director 2/128 perform power on self test (POST) by default each time the chassis is powered on or the switch is rebooted or reset. You can reboot the switch using the switchReboot, reboot, or fastBoot commands. The fastBoot command reboots the switches without running POST.
Page 81: Boot
Boot Boot completes in a minimum of three minutes if POST is run. In addition to POST, boot includes the following steps after POST is complete: • Universal port configuration is performed. • Links are initialized. • Fabric is analyzed. If any ports are connected to other switches, the switch participates in a fabric configuration.
Page 82: Troubleshooting The Switch
Troubleshooting the switch Table 15 provides a list of issues, possible causes, and recommended actions. Table 15 Troubleshooting the switch Issue Possible cause Recommended action Entire chassis powers off Power supplies are inadequate to Add an additional power supply. automatically. support the installed components.
Page 83 Table 15 Troubleshooting the switch (continued) Issue Possible cause Recommended action Modems are not detected Modems were connected after the Reboot the CP card(s) to which the by switch. switch was powered on. modem(s) are connected. Modems are connected to the Ensure that the modem cables are wrong ports on the CP cards.
Page 84 Table 15 Troubleshooting the switch (continued) Issue Possible cause Recommended action LEDs on one or more The switch might be booting or Verify that boot and POST are components are changing running POST. complete. The switch requires a rapidly or do not indicate a minimum of 3 minutes, usually, healthy state.
Page 85 Table 15 Troubleshooting the switch (continued) Issue Possible cause Recommended action CP cards are failing over A third-party application has a Check application for memory frequently. memory leak. leaks. There is excessive serial port Ensure that serial port activity activity. remains below specified amount.
Page 86 Table 15 Troubleshooting the switch (continued) Issue Possible cause Recommended action An individual component is Component may not have power Ensure component is receiving not operating as expected. or may not be firmly seated. power (power LED should be on) and component is firmly seated.
Page 87: Installing Frus
4 Installing FRUs The FRUs in the Core Switch 2/64 and the SAN Director 2/128 can all be removed and replaced without special tools. Replacement instructions are provided with each replacement unit ordered. The switch can continue operating during many of the FRU replacements if the conditions specified in the procedure are followed.
Page 88: Replacing The Cable Management Tray
c. Release the pins by pushing the levers out of the notches. scale: 3/8" = 1" To Release To Lock Door portion of Door portion of upper hinge with upper hinge with Chassis portion of pin in notch pin out of notch upper hinge (Pin released) Figure 20...
Page 89 Install the new cable management tray: a. Orient tray as displayed in Figure 21 and insert the two tabs beneath the tray into the two slots at the bottom of the AC panel; then, rotate the front of the tray upward until it locks into place.
Page 90: Replacing The Cable Guides (Pillars)
Replacing the cable guides (pillars) You can use cable guides (pillars) to organize the port cables into logical groups, such as port quads (sets of four neighboring ports). The cable pillars do not attach to the chassis. The cable pillars also serve to keep the cables evenly spaced and hold them away from the 16-port card to prevent them from bending to less than the minimum bend radius.
Page 91: Replacing A 16-Port Card
Check the cable slack. Make sure there is plenty of cable slack to remove a 16-port card without any optical, power, or Ethernet cable obstructions. Refer to ”Manage cables” on page 47 for cabling guidelines. Ensure that you have a valid spare part. Make sure that the part numbers match for the unit being replaced.
Page 92: Port Card Removal And Replacement
SilkWorm 24000 Chassis 16 Port Card L in L in ti v ti v Switch in OFF (down) position 2 & - 6 0 1 & 0 - 2 - 6 0 0 - 2 Ejector (2x) Figure 22 16-port card removal and replacement Installing FRUs...
Page 93: Removing The Existing16-Port Card
Removing the existing16-port card You can identify a failed 16-port card by inspecting its LEDs and by using CLI commands to verify status. Refer to ”Interpreting LED activity” on page 64 for a description of the LEDs. CAUTION: Wear a grounded ESD strap when handling a 16-port card. The chassis has a grounding connection above the power connectors.
Page 94: Removing A Filler Panel
Removing a filler panel To remove a filler panel, follow these steps (see Figure 23): Remove the two captive screws. Grasp the handle in the middle of the faceplate. Slide the filler panel out of the chassis. SilkWorm 24000 Chassis scale: .13865"...
Page 95: Installing A 16-Port Card
Installing a 16-port card A 16-port card can be installed in any combination of slots 1–4 and 7–10. The control processor (CP) cards occupy slots 5–6. Any slots that are not occupied by a 16-port card (or CP card) should have a filler panel installed to ensure correct cooling of the chassis and protection from dust.
Page 96: Card Guides Inside Each Card Slot
CAUTION: Do not route the cables in front of the air exhaust vent (located at the top of the port side of the chassis). Verify the installation. For information about checking the status of hardware components using the CLI, refer to the HP StorageWorks procedures user guide for the Fabric OS version running on your switch.
Page 97: Installing A Filler Panel
Installing a filler panel To install a filler panel: Align the flat side of the filler panel inside the upper and lower rail guides in the slot (see Figure 24); then, slide the filler panel into the slot (with slight pressure to the left) until it is firmly seated.
Page 98 Use the steps in the following sections to replace a CP card. Locate the following items prior to installation: • ESD grounding strap • Workstation computer • Serial cable provided with the switch • IP address of an FTP server for backing up the switch configuration Installing FRUs...
Page 99: Cp Card Removal And Replacement
SilkWorm 24000 Chassis Card L in ti v Switch 2 & in OFF (down) - 6 0 L in 1 & position ti v 0 - 2 - 6 0 0 - 2 scale: 5/32" = 1" Ejector (2x) Figure 25 CP card removal and replacement Core Switch 2/64 and SAN Director 2/128 installation guide...
Page 100: Identifying A Failed Cp Card
Identifying a failed CP Card The following indicators confirm that a CP card needs to be replaced: • The Status LED on the CP card is yellow, or the Power LED is not ON. • The slotShow command does not show that the CP card is enabled. •...
Page 101 d. Open the terminal emulator application and configure as follows: • Bits per second: 9600 • Databits: 8 • Parity: None • Stop bits: 1 • Flow control: None e. When the terminal emulator application stops reporting information, press Enter. Log in to the healthy CP card as admin.
Page 102 d. Wait until the Status LED on the healthy CP card is no longer on (indicates failover is complete). e. Enter the haShow command from the serial console for the healthy CP card (the new active CP card) to verify the failover. Fabric OS (swDir) swDir login: admin Password:...
Page 103: Removing A Cp Card
b. Enter the requested information at the prompts. swDir:admin> configupload Server Name or IP Address [host]: 123.456.78.90 User Name [None]: user File Name [config.txt]: config.txt Password: upload complete swDir:admin> Log in to the Core Switch 2/64 or SAN Director 2/128 and back up the current configuration: a.
Page 104: Installing A Cp Card
Turn the CP card off by sliding the ON/OFF switch in the top handle down (see Figure 25). Wait for the Power LED to turn off in response to the hot-swap request before uninstalling the CP card. CAUTION: Do not remove the CP card until the Power LED is off. Also, hold CP cards by the edges of the metal pans, not by the ejector handle.
Page 105: Verifying Operation Of The New Cp Card
Verifying operation of the new CP card Verify that boot and POST are complete on the new CP card (which takes a minimum of 3 minutes) and that the CP cards have achieved failover redundancy: a. Wait until the Status LEDs on both CP cards are off. NOTE: The Status LED on the active CP card displays yellow until the active CP card is fully operational, and the Status LED on the standby CP card displays yellow until the CP cards have...
Page 106 Enter the slotShow command. The command output should show the new CP card as enabled. swDir:admin> slotShow Slot Blade Type Status --------------------------------- SW BLADE 4 FAULTY SW BLADE 4 DISABLED SW BLADE 4 ENABLED SW BLADE 4 DIAG RUNNING POST2 CP BLADE 5 ENABLED CP BLADE...
Page 107 SW0:admin> firmwaredownload Server Name or IP Address: 123.456.78.90 User Name: user File Name: /v4.2.0/release.plist Password: xxxxxx Full Install (Otherwise upgrade only) [Y]: Do Auto-Commit after Reboot [Y]: Reboot system after download [N]: y Start to install packages..dir ################################################## terminfo ################################################## <some output not shown>...
Page 108 NOTE: If necessary, remove the adapter on the serial cable to allow for a serial RJ45 connection. d. Open the terminal emulator application and configure as follows: • Bits per second: 9600 • Databits: 8 • Parity: None • Stop bits: 1 •...
Page 109 swDir:admin> configshow ”fabric” fabric.domain:2 fabric.ficonmode:0 fabric.ididmode:0 fabric.ops.BBCredit:16 fabric.ops.E_D_TOV:2000 fabric.ops.R_A_TOV:10000 fabric.ops.dataFieldSize:2112 fabric.ops.mode.fcpProbeDisable:0 fabric.ops.mode.isolate:0 fabric.ops.mode.longDistance:0 fabric.ops.mode.noClassF:0 fabric.ops.mode.pidFormat:1 fabric.ops.mode.tachyonCompat:0 fabric.ops.mode.unicastOnly:0 fabric.ops.mode.useCsCtl:0 fabric.ops.mode.vcEncode:0 <remaining output not shown> swDir:admin> 11.If the switch configuration does not replicate correctly, download the backup configuration: a. Enter the switchDisable command to disable the switch. b.
Page 110: Replacing A Power Supply And Filler Panel
swDir:admin> switchdisable swDir:admin> configdownload Server Name or IP Address [host]: 123.456.78.90 User Name [None]: user File Name [config.txt]: config.txt Password: xxxxxx Committing configuration...done. download complete swDir:admin> swDir:admin> switchenable 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 fabric: Principal switch fabric: Domain 1 12.Package the faulty CP card in the packaging provided with the new CP card, and contact the switch supplier to determine the return procedure.
Page 111: Replacing A Power Supply
CAUTION: To protect against AC failure, HP recommends a minimum of one power supply in slot #1 or slot #3 and one in slot #2 or #4. If only two power supplies are installed and they are both installed in slots corresponding to the same power cable, unplugging a single power cable will power down the entire chassis.
Page 112: Power Supply Removal And Replacement
If the chassis was powered down, flip both AC power switches to 1. The AC power switches light up green when power is being supplied, or the Core Switch 2/64 and SAN Director 2/128 performs POST by default. SilkWorm 24000 Chassis Power Supply Cover...
Page 113: Replacing A Blower Assembly
Replacing a blower assembly This procedure provides instructions for replacing a switch blower assembly. The switch requires a minimum of two operating blower assemblies at all times. To ensure continuous adequate cooling, maintain three operating blower assemblies at all times except for the brief period when replacing a blower assembly.
Page 114: Blower Assembly Removal And Replacement
Chassis Captive Screw (2x) scale: 5/32" = 1" Blower Assembly Figure 27 Blower assembly removal and replacement Installing FRUs...
Page 115: Replacing The Wwn Bezel And Card
Replacing the WWN bezel and card The WWN card is located on the nonport side of the chassis underneath the WWN bezel (see Figure 2 on page 17). The WWN card is highly reliable, containing fully redundant circuits; it does not usually require replacement under normal operating conditions. If the WWN card does fail, the switch can continue operating until the new WWN card is installed if the configuration is not modified, no hardware components are replaced, and the switch is not rebooted.
Page 116: Messages That Might Indicate A Wwn Card Failure
Check the WWN card status using the commands listed in Table 16. Difficulty retrieving or modifying this data could indicate a WWN card failure. Table 16 Data stored on the WWN card Data Related commands WWN values wwn, chassisShow Data about the chassis and WWN card chassisShow Ethernet and Fibre Channel IP address ipAddrShow, ipAddrSet...
Page 117: Replacing A Wwn Card
Replacing a WWN card The following items are needed to replace the WWN card: • ESD (electrostatic discharge) grounding strap • If a serial console session is used, a serial cable and a workstation computer with a terminal emulator application (such as HyperTerminal for Windows systems or TIP for Solaris systems.
Page 118 NOTE: If you use a serial console, you must enter all commands through the active CP card unless otherwise indicated. For command details, refer to the HP StorageWorks command reference guide for the Fabric OS version running on your switch. a.
Page 119 Enter fruReplace wwn from the active CP card and wait for the message Do you wish to continue [y/n]? to appear; then enter y. Verify that the following has occurred: • The prompt, “Please enter the word ‘continue’...” appears in the CLI. IMPORTANT: Do not enter y to continue until the replacement WWN card is installed.
Page 120 CAUTION: To protect the WWN card components, wear an ESD grounding strap and prepare an antistatic bag or grounding pad on which to place the WWN card. Do not place anything on top of the card. Use the handles (see Figure 28) to gently pull the card away from the chassis.
Page 121: Installing A Wwn Card
Installing a WWN card Use these steps to install a new WWN card. Unpack the new WWN card and save the packaging for returning the faulty WWN card. Hold the card by the handles and orient it with the LEDs at the top (see Figure 28);...
Page 122: Replacing The Wwn Bezel
CAUTION: Do not force the installation. If the part does not install easily, ensure that it is properly oriented. Replacing the WWN bezel Use these steps to reinstall the WWN bezel. Orient the bezel on the chassis (see Figure 28); then, insert both retaining screws into the standoffs on the chassis and tighten to finger-tight.
Page 123: Setting Up And Installing Modems
5 Setting up and installing modems This chapter provides the following topics: • Using high-availability connectivity, page 123 • Connecting modems, page 125 • Setting up a remote modem system, page 126 • Verifying the modem connection, page 127 Each CP card in the Core Switch 2/64 and SAN Director 2/128 contains a modem serial port for connection to a Hayes-compatible modem.
Page 124: Two Modems Attached For High Availability
NOTE: If a modem connection is set up, HP recommends connecting a modem to each CP card. Note: Modem power connections not shown DB-25M to DB-9F Modem Cable (1 per CP Card) POWER SUPPLY 4 Modem Port on CP Card (1 per CP Card;...
Page 125: Connecting Modems
Connecting modems The following items are required to set up two modems to work with the Core Switch 2/64 or the SAN Director 2/128: • Two Hayes-compatible modems, such as the Zoom/Modem V.92 EXT Model 3049 • Two standard modem cables, DB25 (male) to DB9 (female) •...
Page 126: Setting Up A Remote Modem System
Setting up a remote modem system After the modems are connected, you can use a telco system to dial in to the modems and verify that they answer and communicate as expected. If a dial-out modem facility is not available, you can use a terminal emulation program on a computer workstation (or laptop) that has an attached modem.
Page 127: Verifying The Modem Connection
Table 18 Terminal emulator configuration settings Parameter Value Port speed (bits per second) 115200* Data protocol Standard EC Compression Enabled Flow control Hardware Databits Parity None Stop bits Modulation Standard Follow the instructions from the modem manufacturer to set up and verify modem operation. Verifying the modem connection This section provides information about how to verify that the modems are correctly connected.
Page 128 Verify that both modems indicate they are ready by illuminating their Clear to Send (CS), Terminal Ready (TR), and Modem Ready (MR) indicators. If this does not occur, ensure that the modems are connected to a power source and are powered on, and check all modem cable connections.
Page 129 14.Reconnect the telco connector to the active CP card modem. The Core Switch 2/64 or SAN Director 2/128 modems are ready for use. NOTE: Advanced users can use the haFailover command to further evaluate the attached modems. The Core Switch 2/64 or SAN Director 2/128 requires approximately 5 minutes after a failover or reboot to set up the modems.
Page 130 Setting up and installing modems...
Page 131: Running Routine Operations
6 Running routine operations This chapter includes the following topics: • Backing up system configuration settings, page 131 • Restoring the system configuration settings, page 132 • Upgrading firmware, page 132 • Verifying optional software licenses, page 133 Backing up system configuration settings Follow these steps to upload a backup copy of the configuration settings to a host computer.
Page 132: Restoring The System Configuration Settings
Restoring the system configuration settings Follow these steps to restore the configuration settings from a backup. Verify that the FTP service is running on the host workstation. Log in to the switch as the admin user. Shut down the switch. Issue the switchDisable command.
Page 133: Verifying Optional Software Licenses
NOTE: You can run firmwareDownloadStatus from a telnet session to get the status of the firmwareDownload command. IMPORTANT: HP highly recommends that you run the same firmware version on both CP cards (CP0 in slot 5 and CP1 in slot 6). Verifying optional software licenses Follow these steps to display optional features installed on your switch.
Page 134 Running routine operations...
Page 135: A Technical Specifications
A Technical specifications This appendix provides product specifications for the Core Switch 2/64 and SAN Director 2/128, including the following: • System architecture, page 135 • System size and weight, page 137 • System FRU weights, page 137 • Facility requirements, page 138 •...
Page 136 Table 19 Core Switch 2/64 and SAN Director 2/128 system specifications (continued) Specification Description Performance 1.063 Gb/s line speed, full duplex; 2.125 Gb/s line speed, full duplex; Autosensing of 1 Gb/s and 2 Gb/s port speeds; optionally programmable to fixed port speed; speed matching between 1 Gb/s and 2 Gb/s ports ISL trunking...
Page 137: System Size And Weight
System size and weight Table 20 lists Core Switch 2/64 and SAN Director 2/128 dimensions. Table 20 System size and weight System size Weight Width 43.74 cm (17.22 inches) 128-port configuration 113 kg (250 lb) Height 61.24 cm (24.11 inches/14U) 32-port configuration 88 kg (193 lb) Depth...
Page 138: Facility Requirements
Facility requirements The facility housing the Core Switch 2/64 and SAN Director 2/128 must meet the following requirements: • Power requirements: • Input power requirements: 200-240 VAC, 12A, 50-60 Hz • Recommended power connector: IEC 320, EN60320 C19-Angled, 16A/250VAC • Adequate supply circuit, line fusing, and wire size, as specified by the electrical rating on the chassis nameplate •...
Page 139 Table 22 Power specifications (continued) Specification Value Power supplies (each) Output voltages: 48V at 20 amps; 12V at 4 amps Maximum output power: 1000 watts AC Inrush current 40A maximum, peak Ride through The supply outputs remain within specified regulation for a minimum of 20 ms after the AC mains are disconnected.
Page 140: Power Cords
Power cords The types of power cords included with the Core Switch 2/64 and SAN Director 2/128 are specific to the country where the switch is installed. For each of these types of power cords, the end that connects to the switch chassis has an IEC 60320/C19 cable connector. The two AC power receptacles on each SAN switch chassis are equipped with IEC 60320/C20 power connectors.
Page 141 Table 23 Power cord types (international) (continued) Country Receptacle style NEMA L6-20 CEE-7/7 BS-1363 AS 3112 IEC-60309 North America “Schuko” United Australia/ 6A-6h, Continental Kingdom New Zealand 230 V~ Europe Finland France Germany Greece Hong Kong Hungary India Indonesia Ireland, North Ireland, South Israel Italy...
Page 142 Table 23 Power cord types (international) (continued) Country Receptacle style NEMA L6-20 CEE-7/7 BS-1363 AS 3112 IEC-60309 North America “Schuko” United Australia/ 6A-6h, Continental Kingdom New Zealand 230 V~ Europe Russia Saudi Arabia Scotland Singapore South Africa Spain Sweden Switzerland Taiwan Turkey United Arab...
Page 143: Fibre Channel Port Specifications
Fibre Channel port specifications The Fibre Channel ports in the Core Switch 2/64 and SAN Director 2/128 support full duplex link speeds at 2.125 or 1.0625 Gb/s inbound and outbound, automatically negotiating to the highest common speed of all devices connected to the port. Each port has a SerDes (serializer/deserializer) that accepts 10-bit wide parallel data and serializes it into a high-speed serial stream.
Page 144: Battery Specifications
Battery specifications The CP card has a lithium carbon-monoflouride coin cell battery type Rayovac BR1225, specification 3.0 volt, 50 mAh. CAUTION: Do not attempt to replace the real-time clock (RTC) battery on the CP card. There is danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced or disposed of. Contact your authorized HP representative if the real-time clock malfunctions.
Page 145: Modem Serial Port Specifications
Table 24 Terminal serial port pinouts Signal Description ---- ---- ---- ---- Modem serial port specifications Each CP card has a modem serial port (labeled RS-232) with a fully RS-232 compliant DB-9 connector. NOTE: For dust and electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection, keep the cover on the serial port whenever the port is not in use.
Page 146 Table 25 Modem serial port pinouts (continued) Signal Description Clear to Send Ring Indicator Technical specifications...
Page 147: B Electrostatic Discharge
B Electrostatic discharge To prevent damaging the system, be aware of the precautions you need to follow when setting up the system or handling parts. A discharge of static electricity from a finger or other conductor may damage system boards or other static-sensitive devices. This type of damage may reduce the life expectancy of the device.
Page 148 If you do not have any of the suggested equipment for proper grounding, have an HP authorized reseller install the part. NOTE: For more information on static electricity, or for assistance with product installation, contact your HP authorized reseller. Electrostatic discharge...
Page 149: C Regulatory Compliance Notices
The end user of this product should be aware that any changes or modifications made to this equipment without the approval of Hewlett-Packard could result in the product not meeting the Class A limits, in which case the FCC could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Page 150: Germany Noise Declaration
Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European Norms (in parentheses are the equivalent international standards and regulations): • EN 55022 (CISPR 22)—Electromagnetic Interference • EN55024 (IEC61000—4-2,3,4,5,6,8, 11)—Electromagnetic Immunity • EN61000-3-2 (IEC61000-3-2)—Power Line Harmonics • EN61000-3-3 (IEC61000-3-3)—Power Line Flicker •...
Page 151: Rrl Emc Statement (Korea)
RRL EMC statement (Korea) Laser safety A. Certification and Classification Information When equipped with native Fibre Channel adapters, this product contains a laser internal to the small form-factor pluggable (SFP) transceiver modules. In the USA, the SFP module is certified as a Class 1 Laser product, conforming to the requirements contained in Department Of Health and Human Services (DHHS) regulation 21 CFR, Subchapter J.
Page 152: Battery Replacement Notice
Each communications port consists of a transmitter and receiver optical subassembly. The transmitter subassembly contains internally a semiconductor laser diode in the wavelength of either 850 nanometers (shortwave laser) or 1310 nanometers (longwave laser). Class 1 Laser products are not considered hazardous. C.
Page 153: Glossary
Glossary This glossary defines terms used in this guide or related to this product and is not a comprehensive glossary of computer terms. AL_PA Arbitrated loop physical address. A unique 8-bit value assigned during loop initialization to a port in an arbitrated loop. alias server A fabric software facility that supports multicast group management.
Page 154 Configuration The way in which a system is set up. May refer to hardware or software. Hardware: The number, type, and arrangement of components that make up a system or network. Software: The set of parameters that guide switch operation. May include general system parameters, IP address information, Domain ID, and other information.
Page 155 exchange The highest level Fibre Channel mechanism used for communication between N_Ports. Composed of one or more related sequences, and can work in either one or both directions. F_Port Fabric port. A port that is able to transmit under fabric protocol and interface over links.
Page 156 hard address The AL_PA that an NL_Port attempts to acquire during loop initialization. idle Continuous transmission of an ordered set over a Fibre Channel link when no data is being transmitted, to keep the link active and maintain bit, byte, and word synchronization.
Page 157 loop initialization The logical procedure used by an L_Port to discover its environment. Can be used to assign AL_PA addresses, detect loop failure, or reset a node. Loop_ID A hex value representing one of the 127 possible AL_PA values in an arbitrated loop.
Page 158 phantom device A device that is not physically in an arbitrated loop but is logically included through the use of a phantom address. PLOGI Port login. The port-to-port login process by which initiators establish sessions with targets. point-to-point A Fibre Channel topology that employs direct links between each pair of communicating entities.
Page 159 RR_TOV Resource recovery time-out value. The minimum time a target device in a loop waits after a LIP before logging out a SCSI initiator. RSCN Registered state change notification. A switch function that allows notification of fabric changes to be sent from the switch to specified nodes. Storage Area Network.
Page 160 topology As applies to Fibre Channel, the configuration of the Fibre Channel network and the resulting communication paths allowed. There are three possible topologies: Point-to-point: A direct link between two communication ports. Switched fabric: Multiple N_Ports linked to a switch by F_Ports. Arbitrated loop: Multiple NL_Ports connected in a loop transmission A 10-bit character encoded according to the rules of the 8b/10b algorithm.
Page 161: Index
Index 16-port card boot filler panel interpreting installing buffers removing frame replacing installing removing cabinet replacing requirements 16-port cards cable guides determining status of cable lengths front of cable management LEDs cable management tray troubleshooting location of replacing cable pillars AC switch covers replacing activity, LEDs...
Page 162 IP addresses CP cards fabric control processor cards configuring parameters for determining status of connecting to conventions Fabric Manager document fabric services text symbols fiber optic protective plugs cooling requirements Fibre Channel CP card link speeds battery Fibre Channel port specifications confirming a failure 100, frame size front of...
Page 163 link speeds Fibre Channel ports performance logical switches policies specifying port card manageability determining status network port side management server view of chassis management tools port specifications managing Fibre Channel Advanced Web Tools ports Fibre Channel Fabric Manager modem serial management server SerDes out-of-band...
Page 164 site plan size and weight rack system requirements slot numbering rack mount shelf brackets SNMP, managing by rack mounting specifications rack stability, warning battery recording switch information CP card Regulatory Compliance Identification Numbers memory modem related documentation modem serial port reliability power features...
Page 165 troubleshooting 16-port cards warning chassis power rack stability components web sites configuration data HP storage CP cards Web Tools 20, Domain IDs weight Ethernet link speed for FRUs general steps WWN bezel IP addresses replacing LEDs WWN card modems bezel serial connections data stored on determining status of...
Page 166 Index...

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