Configuring Flexattach Virtual Pwwn; Automatically Assigning Flexattach Virtual Pwwn; Manually Assigning Flexattach Virtual Pwwn - Cisco MDS 9000 Series Configuration Manual

Configuring FlexAttach Virtual pWWN

Configuring FlexAttach Virtual pWWN

Automatically Assigning FlexAttach Virtual pWWN

Automatic assignment of virtual pWWN can be configured on an NPV switch globally, per VSAN, or per
port. When assigned automatically, a virtual WWN is generated from the device local switch WWN.
To assign a virtual pWWN automatically, perform this task:
Before you begin
The port must be in a shut state when the virtual pWWN is enabled.
Step 1 Enter configuration mode:
Example:
switch# configure terminal
Step 2 Assign FlexAttach virtual pWWN automatically for the interfaces:
Example:
switch(config)# flex-attach virtual-pwwn auto [interface interface-list]
To assign FlexAttach virtual pWWN automatically for the VSANs:
switch# (config)# flex-attach virtual-pwwn auto [vsan vsan-range]
Step 3
Commit the configuration:
Example:
switch(config)# flex-attach commit

Manually Assigning FlexAttach Virtual pWWN

Restrictions
The interface mentioned in the interface value must be in a shut state.
To assign virtual pWWN manually, perform this task:
Before you begin
• Some ports may be in automode, some in manual mode, and the virtual pWWNs need not be assigned.
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