CHAPTER 3
Connecting the Cisco UCS 6200 Series Fabric
Interconnect
This chapter includes the following sections:
• Preparing for Network Connections, on page 55
• Connecting to the Console Port, on page 56
• Connecting the Management Port, on page 58
• Connecting to an SFP+ Ethernet or Fibre Channel Port, on page 59
• Connecting to a Fibre Channel Port, on page 62
• Maintaining SFP Transceivers and Fiber-Optic Cables, on page 65
Preparing for Network Connections
The Cisco UCS 6200 Series Fabric Interconnect provides the following types of ports:
• RS-232 port—create a local management connection.
• Ethernet ports, encrypted and unencrypted—to connect to a LAN.
• Fibre Channel ports—connect to a SAN.
When preparing your site for network connections to the Cisco UCS 6200 Series Fabric Interconnect, consider
the following for each type of interface, and gather all the required equipment before connecting the ports:
• Cabling required for each interface type
• Distance limitations for each signal type
• Additional interface equipment required
You can save time and confusion when making cabling changes if you make
copies of the Chassis and Module Information, on page 84 and keep them accurate
to your current configuration.
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