Dell FC SAN User Manual

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Dell 8/4Gbps FC SAN Module Hardware User’s Manual 753-1001964-01Chapter1Introducing the FC SAN ModuleThe Dell 8/4Gbps FC SAN Module is a 24-port Fibre Channel module with 8 external ports and 16internal ports that installs in a Dell PowerEdge M1000e Blade Enclosure. Although the product mayship with a specific number of ports enabled, it can upgraded to 24 ports through port upgradelicenses. These ports support link speeds up to 8 Gbps.NOTEYou can also install 4 Gbps SFPs in the FC SAN Module. Only use supported SFPs, as shown in“Optical transceivers supported” on page 30. The module is designed for use in I/O Bays 3, 4, 5,and 6 of a Dell M1000e chassis.NPIV modeThe Dell 8/4Gbps FC SAN Module functions in NPIV (N_port ID virtualization) mode only. NPIVprovides Fibre Channel switch functions that improve FC SAN Module scalability, manageability,and interoperability. For more information on NPIV mode, refer to the following:• For a list of FC SAN Module F_Ports mapped to N_Ports in the FC SAN Module as shipped fromthe factory, refer to “Default port mapping” on page 27.• For general information and details on using NPIV (N_port ID Virtualization), refer to the Dell8/4Gbps FC SAN Module Administrator’s Guide.You may have to prepare the edge fabric before connecting it the FC SAN Module functioning inNPIV mode.NOTEThe FC SAN Module functioning in NPIV mode cannot be connected directly into an array; it requiresa fabric for support.NPIV mode provides the following features:• Up to 8 autosensing (2, 4, and 8 Gbps) Fibre Channel ports. These are universal andself-configuring ports capable of becoming N_Ports (fabric-enabled).• Up to 16 internal backplane F_Ports, which connect to blades within the M1000e chassis.Each port can automatically negotiate its speed at either 4 Gbps or 8 Gbps to match the speedof attached devices• Dynamic port licensing, which allows any port to be activated as needed based on availablelicenses.• Up to eight small-form-factor pluggable (SFP) optical transceivers.The FC SAN Module ships with two 8 Gbps SFPs installed. If you purchase a license foradditional ports, you will receive additional SFPs.NOTEYou can also install 4 Gbps SFPs in the FC SAN Module, however all SFPs must beDell-supported, as shown in “Optical transceivers supported” on page 30.