Fibre address
In fabric environments, the port addresses are assigned automatically.
Fabric and connection parameter settings
Set each array port to FABRIC ENABLE with connections of POINT-TO-POINT (P-to-P). For detailed
topology information, refer to the HP StorageWorks SAN Design Reference Guide
www.hp.com/go/sandesign).
Installing and configuring the host
This section explains how to install and configure Fibre Channel adapters (FCAs) that connect the
host to the disk array.
Loading the operating system and software
Follow the manufacturer's instructions to load the operating system and software onto the host. Load
all OS patches and configuration utilities supported by HP and the FCA manufacturer.
Installing and configuring the FCAs
Install and configure the Fibre Channel adapters using the FCA manufacturer's instructions.
Using wwidmgr (AlphaServers only)
Verify FCA installation and set fabric mode by using wwidmgr:
1.
P00 >>> set mode diagnostic (AlphaServer 8x00/GS60E only)
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