Task 5: Plan Ethernet Access - HP Surestore 64 - Director Switch Planning Manual

Task 5: Plan Ethernet Access

The HP EFC Server and one or more directors are configured on a dedicated Ethernet LAN
segment. No Ethernet access planning is required for a stand-alone rack. However, this
task is required to:
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Connect equipment racks
Ethernet hubs in multiple equipment racks can be connected to provide HP EFC
Server access to up to 48 directors or managed products (up to 16 interconnected
directors are supported in a single fabric). Racks can be placed at any distance up to
the limit of the 10/100 megabit per second (Mbps) LAN segment.
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Consolidate HP EFC Server operation
If HP EFC Server operation is to be consolidated to one primary server and one or
more backup servers, plan for Ethernet cabling to interconnect equipment racks and
ensure all directors and server platforms have unique IP addresses.
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Install equipment racks on a public LAN
If a public LAN segment is to be used, determine from the customer's network
administrator how to integrate the directors and HP EFC Server. Ensure all access,
security, and IP addressing issues are resolved.
It is recommended that directors and the HP EFC Server be installed on a
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dedicated Ethernet hub and LAN segment to avoid security and traffic
problems associated with a public LAN.
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Install remote user workstations
Plan for access to the LAN segment containing the HP EFC Server if remote user
workstations are required.
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