Dell M8428-k User Guide

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Chapter
1Introducing the Dell M8428-k
In this chapter
•Dell M8428-k overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   1
•NPIV mode and full fabric mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   1
•Hardware description  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   3
•ISL trunking groups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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•NPIV mode simplifies SAN deployment by using N_Port ID Virtualization. NPIV provides Fibre 
Channel switch functions that improve switch module scalability, manageability, and 
interoperability.
-For a list of switch module F_Ports mapped to N_Ports in the switch module as shipped 
from the factory, refer to 
“NPIV Mode default port mapping” on page 27.
NOTE
NPIV mode-enabled switches cannot be connected directly into...

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NPIV mode hardware considerations
Hardware considerations for NPIV mode are as follows:
•Loop devices are not supported.
•Direct connections to SAN target devices are only supported if the NPIV-enabled module is 
connected to a fabric.
Hardware description
This section describes the physical switch module as shipped from the factory. For specifications, 
such as installed memory, weight and physical dimensions, facility...

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FIGURE 1Port side view
Top view
The nonport side of the switch module (shown in Figure 2) is seated into the enclosure. You do not 
need to line up the switch module as it will seat correctly when the release lever is closed.
When the switch module is inserted, the midplane connectors activate a connection port, allowing 
the switch module to be configured in the Blade Server Enclosure.
1 10 GbE CEE ports with bi-color...

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FIGURE 2Top view
Labeling
Figure 2 shows the labels appearing on the switch module. A second serial label is located beneath 
the release lever on the enclosure (visible only when the lever is extended). 
Transceivers
NOTE
You must install Dell-approved transceivers in the switch module. 
The converged network switch was designed to work with small form-factor pluggable (SFP) optical 
modules. The basic switch module ships with...

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ISL trunking groups1
Transceivers provide optical connections to external devices for both SWL and LWL connections. 
Replace transceivers with a new pluggable unit rather than replacing the switch module. Refer to 
the manufacturer’s instructions when installing transceivers. 
“Removing and replacing the converged network switch” on page 25 provides details about 
removing transceivers from the converged network switch. 
ISL trunking groups
If you...

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Unpacking and installing the Dell M8428-k1
Perform the following steps to remove the switch module from its shipping package.
1. Open the shipping box and inspect the contents, making sure that nothing is missing or 
damaged.
Do not insert a damaged converged network switch into the Blade Blade Server Enclosure. If 
the converged network switch appears to be damaged, contact your sales representative 
before proceeding.
2. Remove the cardboard...

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