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Cisco MDS 9396S Quick Start Manual

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Connecting the Cisco MDS 9396S Switch
The Cisco MDS 9396S switch provides the following types of ports:
• Console port—An RS-232 port that you can use to create a local management connection.
• Management port—A 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet port to access and manage the switch by IP address,
• Fibre Channel ports—Fibre Channel ports that you can use to connect to the SAN, or for in-band
• USB port—USB port that you can use for configuration file backups, log dumps, report captures, etc.
This chapter describes how to connect the various components of the Cisco MDS 9396S switch.
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Preparing for Network Connections
When preparing your site for network connections to the Cisco MDS 9396S switch, consider the following
for each type of interface:
• Cabling required for each interface type
• Distance limitations for each signal type
• Additional interface equipment needed
Before installing the component, have all additional external equipment and cables available.
Connecting the Console Port
This section describes how to connect the RS-232 console port to a PC. The console port allows you to perform
the following functions:
• Configure the switch from the CLI.
such as through the CLI or Fabric Manager.
management.
Preparing for Network Connections, on page 1
Connecting the Console Port, on page 1
Connecting the Management Port, on page 4
Connecting to a Fibre Channel Port, on page 4
Connecting the Cisco MDS 9396S Switch
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  • Page 1 Connecting to a Fibre Channel Port, on page 4 Preparing for Network Connections When preparing your site for network connections to the Cisco MDS 9396S switch, consider the following for each type of interface: • Cabling required for each interface type •...
  • Page 2 Connecting the Cisco MDS 9396S Switch Connecting the Console Port • Monitor network statistics and errors. • Configure SNMP agent parameters. • Download software updates to the switch or distribute software images residing in flash memory to attached devices. The console port is located on the front panel.

  • Page 3: Connecting The Console Port To A Pc

    Connecting the Cisco MDS 9396S Switch Connecting the Console Port to a PC Connecting the Console Port to a PC You can connect the console port to a PC serial port for local administrative access to the Cisco MDS 9396S switch. Note The PC must support VT100 terminal emulation.

  • Page 4: Connecting The Management Port

    Cisco NX-OS Fundamentals Configuration Guide. The Cisco MDS 9396S switch supports both Fibre Channel and Gigabit Ethernet protocols for SFP transceivers. Each transceiver must match the transceiver on the other end of the cable, and the cable must not exceed the stipulated cable length for reliable communications.

  • Page 5: Removing And Installing Sfp Transceivers

    SFP transceivers to prevent damage to the cable or transceiver. Note Use only Cisco SFP transceivers on the Cisco MDS 9396S switch. Each Cisco SFP transceiver is encoded with model information that enables the switch to verify that the SFP transceiver meets the requirements for the switch.

  • Page 6: Removing An Sfp Transceiver

    Connecting the Cisco MDS 9396S Switch Removing an SFP Transceiver If the transceiver does not install easily, ensure it is correctly oriented and the tab or clasp are in the correct Caution position before continuing. Step 2 Remove the dust cover from the port cage.

  • Page 7: Removing And Installing Cables Into Sfp Transceivers

    Connecting the Cisco MDS 9396S Switch Removing and Installing Cables into SFP Transceivers Removing and Installing Cables into SFP Transceivers Caution To prevent damage to the fiber-optic cables, do not place more tension on them than the rated limit and do not bend to a radius of less than one inch if there is no tension in the cable, or two inches if there is tension in the cable.

  • Page 8: Maintaining Sfp Transceivers And Fiber-Optic Cables

    Connecting the Cisco MDS 9396S Switch Maintaining SFP Transceivers and Fiber-Optic Cables Caution If the cable does not remove easily, ensure that any latch present on the cable has been released before continuing. To remove the cable, follow these steps: Step 1 Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap and follow its instructions for use.

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