Removing And Replacing The Converged Network Switch - Dell M8428-K Hardware Reference Manual

Removing and replacing the converged network switch

Complete the following steps to remove and replace a failed converged network switch.
NOTE
Before beginning this procedure, ensure that you have a replacement converged network switch or
filler panel available because you should not leave the slot on the Blade Server Enclosure open for
an extended period of time. The slot must be filled with either a replacement converged network
switch or a filler panel to maintain proper airflow.
1. Back up the converged network switch configuration to an FTP server by using the switch
2. Stop all SAN activity requiring the ports used by the converged network switch.
3. Remove all cables from the transceiver modules.
4. Remove the transceiver modules according to the manufacturer's instructions.
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module's configUpload CLI command and following the prompts as well as the cmsh copy
command to upload the CEE configuration. See
more details.
This commands upload the converged network switch configurations to the server, making it
available for downloading to a replacement converged network switch if necessary. It is
recommended that you back up the configuration on a regular basis to ensure that a complete
configuration is available for downloading to a replacement converged network switch.
For details about port management, refer to your Blade Server EnclosureHardware Owner's
Manual. Verify that there is no activity by viewing the converged network switch LEDs. For
details about LED activity on the converged network switch, see
page 23.
Figure 5 on page 26 details the generic process for removing a cable from an transceiver and
an transceiver from a port.

Removing and replacing the converged network switch

"Backing up the configuration" on page 20 for
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