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Chapter
2
Configuring the SAN I/O Module
Use procedures in this chapter to configure the SAN I/O Module to operate on a network and fabric.
Also use steps to change the Module’s operating mode (Fabric OS Native and Access Gateway
modes), activate Ports on Demand (POD), and connect to the SAN I/O Module using Web Tools.
NOTE
Although the SAN I/O Module is configured at the factory for Fabric OS Native mode, you can enable
it for Access Gateway mode. For more information, refer to
“Fabric OS Native and Access Gateway
modes” on page 1.
This chapter provides configuration procedures that use SAN I/O Module Command Line Interface
(CLI) and the Web Tools application. For details refer to the Web Tools Administrator’s Guide,
Access Gateway Administrator’s Guide, and Fabric OS Command Reference Manual. If the same
operation can be performed using the Blade Server Enclosure’s Chassis Management Controller
(CMC) application, use that application instead.
Items required
The following items are required for configuring and connecting the SAN I/O Module for use in a
network and fabric:
• The SAN I/O Module installed in a Blade Server Enclosure. For instructions, refer to the steps
on installing an I/O module in the Hardware Owner’s Manual for the Blade Server Enclosure.
• If required, management workstation (computer) that has a terminal emulator (such as
HyperTerminal) or a keyboard, video, and mouse (KVM) device. Note that this is only required if
not changing the SAN I/O Module IP address through the Blade Server Enclosure GUI or CLI
management programs.
• An unused IP address and corresponding subnet mask and gateway address unless DHCP is
used.
• If required, a serial cable to connect to the SAN I/O Module serial console port. Note that this is
only required if not changing the SAN I/O Module IP address through the Blade Server
Enclosure GUI or CLI management programs.
• SFP transceivers and compatible fibre cables, as required.
• Access to an FTP server for backing up the SAN I/O Module configuration.
• Access to these publications:
• Blade Server Enclosure Hardware Owner’s Manual
• Blade Server Enclosure Configuration Guide
• Fabric OS Command Reference Manual
• SAN TECH NOTE – Preparing to Install the Brocade Access Gateway
• Access Gateway Administrator’s Guide
• Web Tools Administrator’s Guide