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Cisco SFS 3504 Multifabric Server Switch Installation and Configuration Note This document describes how to install and configure the Cisco SFS 3504 Multifabric Server Switch. For details about the Cisco SFS 3504 Multifabric Server Switch and switch components, see the Cisco SFS 3504 Multifabric Server Switch Hardware Installation Guide.
Page 2: Safety Overview
Safety Overview The warnings in this section, along with warnings that appear within the text of this document, apply to the installation and configuration of the Cisco SFS 3504 Server Switch. For warning translations and safety information, see the Switches: 7000D, 7000P, 7008P, 7012, 7024, 3012R, and...
Page 3: Parts List
Use of controls, adjustments, or performing procedures other than those specified may result in Warning hazardous radiation exposure. Statement 1057 Parts List The Cisco SFS 3504 Server Switch kit contains the following parts: • One 5-slot multifabric server switch chassis One InfiniBand switch card •...
Page 4: Required Tools
• Read the • Do not lift the Cisco SFS 3504 Server Switch chassis by the front (power-fan module end) and back Caution (cable end). Lift the unit by the sides to prevent damage. Cisco SFS 3504 Multifabric Server Switch Installation and Configuration Note Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for the Cisco Server Fabric “Safety Overview”...
Page 5: Preparing To Install
Verify that you have the parts for the rail kit to mount the switch on the rack (parts shipped with the Step 3 Cisco SFS 3504 Server Switch in the accessory kit), or verify that you have the parts for the optional Cisco Server Fabric Switches Rack Shelf Kit (ordered and shipped separately, product number SFS-7008P-RKIT=).
Page 6: Installing The Cisco Sfs 3504 Server Switch
Installing with the Data Connection Cables Flush-front, page 8 • Install the Cisco SFS 3504 Server Switch on a rack using the rail kit that is included with the chassis or Note on the optional shelf that is ordered and shipped separately (product number SFS-7008P-RKIT=).
Page 7 Slide the two adjustable brackets, from the back, between each of the guide rails that are attached on Step 4 either side of the Cisco SFS 3504 Server Switch at the data connection end. (See Adjust the adjustable brackets so that the holes in the brackets align with the holes in the rack posts, and Step 5 secure the brackets to the rack posts.
Page 8 Remove the two guide rails that are attached to either side of the Cisco SFS 3504 Server Switch at the Step 2 data-connection end, and attach the guide rails similarly at the power-fan modules end.
Page 9 Seri es FC Gat ewa y Rack ear brackets Slide the Cisco SFS 3504 Server Switch between the rack posts (see Step 4 on the chassis make contact with the front rack posts. Use four customer-supplied fasteners (two for each side) and the appropriate screwdriver (not included in the accessory kit) to firmly secure the rack ear brackets to the front rack posts.
Page 10 Slide the two adjustable brackets, from the back, between each of the guide rails that are attached on Step 5 either side of the Cisco SFS 3504 Server Switch at the power-fan modules end. (See Adjust the adjustable brackets so that the holes in the brackets align with the holes in the rack posts, and Step 6 secure the adjustable brackets to the rack posts.
Page 11: Verifying The Installation
• Flow Control: None • Connect a power cord to your Cisco SFS 3504 Server Switch, and then plug the cord into an appropriate Step 3 power source. The Cisco SFS 3504 Server Switch boots. After the system boots, press the Enter key several times to display the CLI login prompt.
Page 12: Configuring The Cisco Sfs 3504 Server Switch
This section assumes that you have verified the installation. At the end of the verification process, the Cisco SFS 3504 Server Switch automatically obtains the IP address from Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) if the DHCP server is configured. This section describes how to configure the...
Page 13: Obtaining An Ip Address From The Dhcp Server For Ethernet Management
See the Cisco SFS Product Family Command Reference for additional details about CLI commands. Use the IP address, to Telnet to the Cisco SFS 3504 Server Switch and perform tasks such as configuring the system clock and configuring an NTP server as described in the...
Page 14 Return to privileged EXEC mode by entering the exit command twice, and save the configuration to Step 10 preserve it between reboots by entering the copy running-config startup-config command: SFS-3504(config-if-mgmt-ethernet)# exit SFS-3504(config)# exit SFS-3504# copy running-config startup-config Cisco SFS 3504 Multifabric Server Switch Installation and Configuration Note 78-18335-01...
Page 15: Connecting Infiniband Hosts
HCA. Use IB cables to connect the HCA in your host to the IB switch module of your Cisco SFS 3504 Server Switch. To insert an IB cable with a pinch connector, pinch both sides of the back of the connector, and push the connector into the interface.
Page 16 (See Figure 9 Hold here Pull here Cisco SFS 3504 Multifabric Server Switch Installation and Configuration Note Figure Removing a Pinch Connector Press here Figure...
Page 17: Configuring The System Clock
Step 4 Save the configuration to preserve it between reboots by entering the copy running-config startup-config command: SFS-3504(config)# exit SFS-3504# copy running-config startup-config 78-18335-01 Configuring the Cisco SFS 3504 Server Switch Cisco SFS 3504 Multifabric Server Switch Installation and Configuration Note...
Page 18: Configuring An Ntp Server
Configuring an NTP Server To configure your Cisco SFS 3504 Server Switch to obtain time and date information from a Network Time Protocol (NTP) server you must assign an NTP server. To assign an NTP server, perform the following steps: Enter the enable command to enter privileged EXEC mode.
Page 19 Mozilla Version 1.4 or later Step 2 Type the management IP address of your server switch in the address field of your browser, and press Enter. For details about obtaining a management IP address, see the DHCP Server for Ethernet Management” section on page A log-in window opens.
Page 20 75 MB of available hard disk space and 50 MB of additional available hard disk space during • installation 300-MHz processor • 800 x 600 screen resolution with 16-bit color depth • Cisco SFS 3504 Multifabric Server Switch Installation and Configuration Note Chassis Manager 78-18335-01...
Page 21: Solaris Installation
Step 6 The Choose Install Folder screen appears. Select a folder, and then click Next. Step 7 The Choose Shortcut Folder screen appears. 78-18335-01 Configuring the Cisco SFS 3504 Server Switch Cisco SFS 3504 Multifabric Server Switch Installation and Configuration Note...
Page 22: Troubleshooting
Connecting the 10/100 Ethernet Management Port The autosensing 10/100 Ethernet management port is located on the rear panel/port connectors side of the Cisco SFS 3504 Server Switch. The Ethernet management port is used for out-of-band management of the Cisco SFS 3504 Server Switch.
Page 23: Managing The Cisco Sfs 3504 Server Switch
Managing the Cisco SFS 3504 Server Switch You can manage the Cisco SFS 3504 Server Switch by using one of the following methods: Command-line interface (CLI)—a text-based interface accessible through a direct serial connection, • Telnet over IP, or SSH over IP.
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Page 27 Safety Warning Translation Cisco SFS 3504 Multifabric Server Switch Installation and Configuration Note 78-18335-01...
Page 28 Safety Warning Translation Cisco SFS 3504 Multifabric Server Switch Installation and Configuration Note 78-18335-01...
Page 29: Related Documentation
Related Documentation For additional information about the Cisco SFS 3504 Server Switch and command-line interface (CLI) commands, see the following documentation: Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for the Cisco Server Fabric Switches: 7000D, • 7000P, 7008P, 7012, 7024, 3012R, and 3504 •...
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