HP 316095-B21 - StorageWorks Edge Switch 2/24 User manual

HP StorageWorks
Edge Switch 2/24 Flexport upgrade
instructions
Part number: AA–RTDHG–TE/958–-000284–006
Fourth edition: (January 2006)

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Edge Switch 2/24 Flexport upgrade instructions

Contents
Preface .............................. 7
Aboutthisguide....................................... 7
Intendedaudience.................................... 7
Relateddocumentation.................................. 7
Documentconventionsandsymbols ............................ 7
GettingHelp ...................................... 8
HPtechnicalsupport................................. 8
HPstoragewebsite ................................. 8
HPauthorizedreseller ................................ 9
Helpfulwebsites .................................. 9
1Flexportupgradeinstructions ................... 11
UnpackingandinspectingtheSFPtransceivers......................... 11
UpgradingtheEdgeSwitch2/24 .............................. 11
Upgradingto16ports................................. 11
Upgradingto24ports ................................. 12
Featurekeys ....................................... 12
Obtainingafeaturekey ................................ 12
Installingafeaturekey ................................. 13
InstallingafeaturekeyusingHAFMBasic(EmbeddedWebServer)............ 13
InstallingafeaturekeyusingHAFM ......................... 14
Index .............................. 17
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Figures
1EdgeSwitch2/24portlocations ........................... 11
2MaintenanceFeatureInstallationtab.......................... 14
3ConfigureFeatureKeydialogbox........................... 15
4NewFeatureKeydialogbox............................. 15
5EnableFeatureKeydialogbox ............................ 15
6Warningdialogbox ................................ 15
4

Tables
1Documentconventions................................. 7
2MethodsofcontactingtheHPAuthorizationCenter ................... 12
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6

Preface
About this guide
These installation instructions provide information to help you:
•Install the flexport upgrade kit for the HP StorageWorks Edge Switch 2/24.
•Obtain and configure a required feature key.
•Contact technical support for additional assistance.
Intended audience
This guide is intended for system administrators familiar with:
•Fibre Channel technology
•HP StorageWorks Fibre Channel switches
Related documentation
For a list of corresponding documentation, see the related documents section of the release notes that
came with this product.
For the latest information, documentation, and firmware releases, please visit the HP StorageWorks web
site: http://h18006.www1.hp.com/storage/saninfrastructure.html.
For information about Fibre Channel standards, visit the Fibre Channel Industry Association web site at
http://www.fbrechannel.org [http://www.fibrechannel.org].
Document conventions and symbols
This section identifies the conventions and symbols used in this document.
Table 1 Document conventions
Convention Element
Medium blue text: Figure 1 Cross-reference links and e-mail addresses
Medium blue, underlined text (http://www.hp.com)Web site addresses
Bold font •Key names
•Text typed into a GUI element, such as into a box
•GUI elements that are clicked or selected, such as
menu and list items, buttons, and check boxes
Italics font Text emphasis
Monospace font •File and directory names
•System output
•Code
•Text typed at the command-line
Monospace, italic font
•Code variables
•Command-line variables
Monospace, bold font Emphasis of file and directory names, system output,
code, and text typed at the command line
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WARNING!
Indicates that failure to follow directions could result in bodily harm or death.
CAUTION:
Indicates that failure to follow directions could result in damage to equipment or data.
NOTE:
Provides additional information.
Getting Help
If you still have a question after reading this guide, contact an HP authorized service provider or access
our web site: http://www.hp.com.
HP technical support
Telephone numbers for worldwide technical support are listed on the HP support web site:
http://www.hp.com/support.
Collect the following information before calling:
•Technical support registration number (if applicable)
•Product serial numbers
•Product model names and numbers
•Applicable error messages
•Operating system type and revision level
•Detailed, specificquestions
NOTE:
For continuous quality improvement, calls may be recorded or monitored.
HP strongly recommends that customers sign up online using the Subscriber’s choice web site:
http://www.hp.com/go/e-updates.
•Subscribing to this service provides you with e-mail updates on the latest product enhancements,
newest versions of drivers, and firmware documentation updates as well as instant access to
numerous other product resources.
•After signing up, you can quickly locate your products by selecting Business support and then
Storage under Product Category.
HP storage web site
TheHPWebsitehasthelatestinformationonthisproduct,aswellasthelatestdrivers. Access
storage at: http://www.hp.com/country/us/eng/prodserv/storage.html. From this web site, select
the appropriate product or solution.
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HP authorized reseller
For the name of your nearest HP authorized reseller:
•In the United States, call 1-800-345-1518
•In Canada, call 1-800-263-5868
•Elsewhere, see the HP Web site for locations and telephone numbers: http://www.hp.com.
Helpful web sites
For third-party product information, see the following HP web sites:
•h
ttp://www.hp.com
•http://www.hp.com/go/storage
•http://www.hp.com/support
•http://www.docs.hp.com
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1 Flexport upgrade instructions
These instructions describe how to upgrade the Edge Switch 2/24 by installing the flexport upgrade kit.
Each flexport upgrade kit contains:
•Eight small form-factor pluggable (SFP) transceivers.
•These upgrade instructions.
•A transaction code for obtaining a software license key (feature key).
Unpacking and inspecting the SFP transceivers
Unpack and inspect the optics as follows:
1. Inspect the shipping container for damage caused during transit. If a container is damaged, ensure
that a representative from the freight carrier is present when the container is opened.
2. Unpack the shipping container and inspect each item for damage. Ensure that all items listed on the
enclosed bill of materials are included in the container.
3. If any items are damaged or missing, contact a Hewlett-Packard authorized service provider or
reseller.
Upgrading the Edge Switch 2/24
This section describes how to upgrade the Edge Switch 2/24 from 8 to 16 ports and from 16 to 24 ports.
When you receive the switch, ports 0 through 7 are populated (Figure 1, reference 3).
Upgrading to 16 ports
To upgrade to 16 ports:
1. Insert eight new SFP transceivers into ports 8 through 15 (Figure 1, reference 2).
Ports 0 through 15 are now populated.
Figure1EdgeSwitch2/24portlocations
2. If you have additional ports to upgrade, continue with "Upgrading to 24 ports" on page 12. If you
have no additional ports to upgrade, go to "Obtaining a feature key" on page 12.
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Upgrading to 24 ports
To upgrade to 24 ports:
1. Perform the procedure for "Upgrading to 16 ports " on page 11.
2. Insert eight new SFP transceivers into ports 16 through 23 (Figure 1, reference 1).
Ports 0 through 23 are now populated.
If you need to configurefeaturekeys,see"Obtaining a feature key" on page 12.
Feature keys
Aflexport technology switch is delivered at a discount with only four ports enabled. You can purchase
the following additional feature:
•Flexport technology—This feature allows you to add additional port capacity by enabling the
remaining ports (in eight-port increments).
After purchasing a feature you will need a feature key to turn on the software. A feature key has the
following characteristics:
•It is an alphanumeric string consisting of both uppercase and lowercase characters.
•The total number of characters may vary.
•The key is case sensitive and you must enter it exactly, including the dashes.
The following is an example of the format of a feature key: XxXx-XXxX-xxXX-xX.
You can obtain the required feature key by following the instructions in "Obtaining a feature
key"onpage12.
Obtainingafeaturekey
To obtain a feature key:
1. Complete the information requested on the HP StorageWorks Fibre Channel switches entitlement
certificate for firmware features.
This certificate is included in the flexport upgrade kit.
2. Provide the information on the certificate to the Hewlett-Packard Authorization Center using one of
the following methods described in Table 2:
Table 2 Methods of contacting the HP Authorization Center
Call the HP
Authorization
Center
Fax the completed
certificate
E-mail the completed
certificate
World Wide Web
(24 x 7)
www.webkey.external.hp.com
US & Canada
0600–1800 U.S.
MST, M-F
(801) 431-
1451(800)
861-2979
[phone] Americas_pass-
[e-mail]
Europe 0900–1800
Netherlands local
time, M-F
[phone] [phone] Europe_pass-
[e-mail]
Asia 0600–1700
Japan local time,
M-F
[phone]-
5289+81-3-3227-
5289 (outside
Japan)
[phone]-
5289+81-3-3227-
5238 (outside Japan)
Asia_passwor[email protected].com
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The Hewlett-Packard Authorization Center will deliver the unique feature key to you by the same
method you use to send your information to the Authorization Center. For example, if you send your
information by e-mail, the Authorization Center will send the feature key to you by e-mail.
NOTE:
Feature keys are encoded to work with the serial number of the installed switch only. Record
the key in case you need to re-install the feature.
3. If the switch fails and must be replaced, obtain new feature keys from the HP Authorization Center
using the contact information described in Table 2. Please have the serial numbers of the failed
and replacement switches.
Installing a feature key
The feature key is entered using HAFM, Embedded Web Server (EWS), or the command line interface
(CLI).
NOTE:
To use CLI to configure a feature key, see the CLI reference guide.
Installing a feature key using HAFM Basic (Embedded Web Server)
After obtaining the feature key, install the feature using EWS as follows:
1. Ensure that the browser-capable PC and the Ethernet LAN segment (with the Edge Switch attached)
are connected.
2. At the PC, launch the browser (Netscape Navigator or Internet Explorer).
3. At the browser, enter the IP address of the Edge Switch as the internet Uniform Resource Locator (URL).
The Enter Network Password dialog box is displayed.
4. Enter the user name and password, and then click OK.
The Topology view is displayed with status information about each fabric element, including the
product to be configured.
5. Click Switch Details.
The Hardware view is displayed.
6. Select Configure > Optional Features.
The Maintenance Feature Installation page (firmware 8.x or later) is displayed (Figure 2).
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Figure 2 Maintenance Feature Installation tab
7. Enter the feature key in the Feature Key box, and then click Update.
Aconfirmation page contains a warning that this action will override the current set of features on
the switch.
8. Click OK to activate the new feature key.
The switch performs an IPL when the key is activated and the feature key is installed.
NOTE:
When you select OK, all current features are replaced with new features.
9. Back up the configuration data when you are finished configuring the switch.
Installing a feature key using HAFM
After obtaining the feature key, install the feature using HAFM as follows:
1. Log in to HAFM and access the Hardware View.
2. If your firmware is 04.01.02 or later, proceed to step 3.
or
If your firmware is earlier than 04.01.02, Select Maintenance > Set Offline State to set the switch
offline.
The Hardware View is displayed.
3. Select Configure > Features.
The Configure Feature Key dialog box is displayed (Figure 3).
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Figure 3 Configure Feature Key dialog box
4. Click New.
The New Feature Key dialog box is displayed (Figure 4).
Figure 4 New Feature Key dialog box
5. Enter the feature key and click OK.
TheEnableFeatureKeydialogboxisdisplayed(Figure 5).
Figure 5 Enable Feature Key dialog box
The Enable Feature Key dialog box contains a warning that this action will override the current
set of features on the switch.
All enabled features are listed in the Current Features column. The features that came with the new
feature key you are installing are listed in the New Features column. The features that are currently
active on the switch are included in the list in the New Features column.
6. Click Activate.
A warning dialog box is displayed (Figure 6).
Figure 6 Warning dialog box
7. Click Yes to enable the feature key.
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When the feature key is enabled, the switch performs an initial program load (IPL), during which the
Ethernet connection between the HAFM appliance and switch is momentarily interrupted.
8. If your firmware is 04.01.02 or later, proceed to step 9.
or
If your firmware is earlier than 04.01.02, select Maintenance > Set Online State to set the switch
online.
9. Back up the configuration data when you are finished configuring the switch.
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Index
A
additional features,12
audience,7
authorized reseller, HP,8
C
configuring feature keys,14
contacting HP Authorization Center,12
conventions
document,7
text symbols,8
D
document
conventions,7
F
feature keys
configuring,14
installing using HAFM,14
installing using HAFM Basic,13
obtaining,12
features, additional,12
flexport
additional features,12
technology,12
upgrade kit,11
H
help, obtaining,8,9
HP
authorized reseller,8
contacting Authorization Center,12
storage web site,9
Subscriber’s choice web site,8
technical support,8
I
installing feature keys using HAFM,14
installing feature keys using HAFM Basic,13
O
obtaining feature keys,12
R
related documentation,7
S
SFP transceivers
unpacking,11
upgrading switch and,11
Subscriber’s choice, HP,8
switches, upgrading,11
symbols in text,8
T
technical support, HP,8
text symbols,8
U
unpacking SFP transceivers,11
upgrade kit,11
upgrading
instructions,11
switches,11
W
web sites
HP storage,9
HP Subscriber’s choice,8
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