McDATA 3232 Switch User Manual


 
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Task 1: Verify Installation Requirements
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Installation Tasks
Task 1: Verify Installation Requirements
Verify the following requirements are met prior to switch and
management server installation. Ensure:
A site plan is prepared, configuration planning tasks are
complete, planning considerations are evaluated, and related
planning checklists are complete. Refer to the McDATA Products
in a SAN Environment Planning Manual (620-000124) for
information.
Fabric and device connectivity are evaluated, and the related
planning worksheet is complete. Refer to the McDATA Products in
a SAN Environment Planning Manual (620-000124) for information.
Support is available for one of the following switch management
methods:
A browser-capable PC and Internet connectivity to support
switch management through the SANpilot interface, or
A browser-capable PC and LAN segment connectivity to the
rack-mount management server to support switch
management through the SAN management application and
element manager applications.
Support equipment and personnel are available for the
installation.
The required number and type of fiber-optic jumper cables are
delivered and available. Ensure the cables are the correct length
with the required connectors.
A customer-supplied equipment rack and associated hardware
are available (optional).
Remote workstations or simple network management protocol
(SNMP) workstations are available (optional). Workstations are
customer-supplied and connected through a corporate or
dedicated LAN.