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HP StorageWorks 8/20q
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HP StorageWorks 8/20q and SN6000 Fibre
Channel Switch Enterprise Fabric Management
Suite User Guide
This guide describes the HP StorageWorks Enterprise Fabric Management Suite applicaton (version 8.0.4) for the HP
H-Series 8/20q and SN6000 Fibre Channel Switches (firmware version 8.0.4). Enterprise Fabric Management Suite is a
workstation-based graphical user interface for managing fabrics, switches, and ports. Enterprise Fabric Management Suite
includes EFMS Performance View, which plots port performance information in graphs. This guide is intended for users
responsible for installing and using switch management tools.
Part Number: 5697-0420
Published June 2010
Edition:1

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Questions and Answers

  • S
    Sarah HansonAug 19, 2025
    What to do for configuration file system error blink pattern on HP StorageWorks 8/20q?
    • P
      patriciamunozAug 19, 2025
      If your HP Switch displays a configuration file system error blink pattern, you should restore the switch configuration by establishing communications with the switch using Telnet and entering the appropriate commands.
  • R
    Robert SimsAug 21, 2025
    Why is E_Port isolation happening on my HP Switch?
    • K
      Karen SmithAug 22, 2025
      E_Port isolation in an HP Switch can occur due to several reasons: * Security failure: Review the ISL group in the active security set to ensure that the membership includes the necessary ports and that the secrets on all switches are correct. * Incorrect port configuration: If a port configured as an F_Port or an FL_Port is connected to another switch, correct the port connection or the port type. * Conflicting domain IDs or timeout values: Correct these on the offending switches using the set config switch CLI command. * Conflicting zone membership: Deactivate one of the active zonesets or edit the conflicting zones so that their membership is the same, then reset the port. * Connection to a B-series or C-series switch: Contact your authorized maintenance provider.
  • W
    wilsonmargaretAug 25, 2025
    What to do if my HP Switch has excessive port errors?
    • J
      Jeffrey WhiteAug 25, 2025
      Excessive port errors in an HP Switch can stem from several causes: * Incorrect alarm configuration: Correct the alarm configuration. * Faulty Fibre Channel port cable: Replace the Fibre Channel port cable. * Faulty SFP: Replace the SFP and repeat the test. * Faulty port: Contact your authorized maintenance provider. * Faulty device or HBA: Make repairs and corrections as needed.
  • J
    Jamie KingAug 26, 2025
    How to troubleshoot an extinguished input power LED on an HP StorageWorks 8/20q?
    • H
      Heather HowellAug 27, 2025
      If the input power LED on your HP Switch is off, inspect the power cords and connectors to ensure they are properly plugged in and not damaged. Also, verify that the AC power source is delivering the correct voltage.
  • J
    James GarciaAug 28, 2025
    What to do if the system fault LED is illuminated on my HP StorageWorks 8/20q?
    • M
      Marcia HarrisAug 28, 2025
      If the system fault LED is illuminated on your HP Switch, identify the Heartbeat LED error blink pattern and take the necessary actions.
  • D
    Diane JonesAug 30, 2025
    How to fix internal firmware failure blink pattern on HP StorageWorks 8/20q?
    • C
      Christina LongAug 30, 2025
      The 2-blink error pattern on an HP Switch indicates a firmware failure and requires a reset. To reset the switch, momentarily press and release the Maintenance button.
  • K
    Kelsey HarmonSep 1, 2025
    Why is my HP Switch showing an over-temperature blink pattern?
    • H
      Holly CruzSep 1, 2025
      If your HP Switch is showing an over-temperature blink pattern, check the switch vents to ensure they are clear. Also, consider the ambient air temperature near the switch and the clearance around it.
  • K
    kdixonSep 3, 2025
    What to do if fatal POST error blink pattern appears on HP StorageWorks 8/20q?
    • S
      Selena JonesSep 3, 2025
      If a fatal POST error blink pattern occurs on your HP Switch, contact your authorized maintenance provider. Momentarily press and release the Maintenance button to reset the switch.
  • K
    Kenneth RodriguezSep 5, 2025
    What to do if the input power LED is off on my HP Switch?
    • J
      josephpriceSep 5, 2025
      First, check the power cords and connectors to ensure they are properly plugged in and undamaged. If everything seems fine, inspect the AC power source to confirm it's delivering the correct voltage. If the power source is not delivering the proper voltage, make the necessary repairs.
  • J
    Juan GoodmanSep 7, 2025
    How to fix an inoperable or unmanageable HP Switch?
    • J
      Juan ThompsonSep 8, 2025
      If your HP Switch becomes inoperable or unmanageable, it might be due to several reasons. If the firmware is corrupt, place the switch in maintenance mode by pressing and holding the Maintenance button until only the Heartbeat LED is illuminated, then release the button and establish a Telnet session using the maintenance mode IP address 10.0.0.1. If the IP address is lost, use maintenance mode to establish a new communication. If the switch configuration becomes corrupt, use the Remove Switch Config option to restore switch configuration parameters to factory defaults. If the password is forgotten, use the Reset User Accounts to Default option to restore the password for the Admin account.

Summary

1 Using Enterprise Fabric Management Suite

Installing Enterprise Fabric Management Suite

Steps to install the EFMS application, including workstation requirements.

Starting Enterprise Fabric Management Suite

Steps to launch the EFMS application for the first time and initial configuration.

2 Managing Fabrics

Adding a fabric

Steps to add a fabric to the Enterprise Fabric Management Suite database.

Adding a new switch to a fabric

Steps for adding a new switch, including default configuration.

Replacing a failed switch

Procedure to replace a failed switch with an archived configuration.

Creating a nickname

Steps to create a user-defined nickname for a device port.

Enabling SNMP configuration

Configuring SNMP for single switches or stacks.

Enabling in-band management

Managing switches across inter-switch links.

3 Managing Fabric Zoning

Editing the zoning database

Modifying the zoning database of a specific switch.

Activating and deactivating a zone set

Applying or suspending zoning definitions to the fabric.

Creating a zone in a zone set

Steps to create a new zone and add it to a zone set.

Adding zone members

Adding ports or devices to a zone by various identifiers.

Creating an alias

Steps to create a named alias for ports or devices.

Adding a member to an alias

Adding ports or devices to an alias.

4 Managing Fabric Security

Connection security

Provides encrypted paths using SSH and SSL protocols for secure management.

User account security

Authenticating user accounts and passwords for access control.

Port security

Binding specific device WWNs to physical port numbers for security.

Device security

Authorizing and authenticating devices attached to a switch using security sets.

Configuring the security data base

Setting security database parameters like Auto Save and Fabric Binding.

Creating a security set

Steps to create a new security set for access control.

Activating a security set

Enabling a security set to apply its security definitions to the fabric.

Creating a security group

Creating a new security group and adding it to a security set.

Creating a security group member

Adding a member to a security group with authentication details.

Adding a RADIUS server

Configuring a RADIUS server for centralized authentication.

5 Managing Switches

Managing user accounts

Managing user accounts for accessing the switch and application.

Creating user accounts

Steps to create new user accounts with specific authority levels.

Changing a user account password

Modifying passwords for user accounts.

Configuring port threshold alarms

Setting up alarms for selected events based on triggers.

Resetting a switch

Rebooting a switch with configuration parameters, potentially disrupting traffic.

In-band management

Managing switches across inter-switch links.

Managing system services

Enabling or disabling system services like GUI, SSL, and Telnet.

Network IP configuration

Configuring IP addressing for the switch on the Ethernet network.

Network DNS configuration

Setting up Domain Name Service (DNS) for hostname resolution.

Network IP Security

Implementing encryption-based security for IP communications.

Security policies

Defining parameters for secure communication and traffic control.

Security associations

Defining encryption algorithms and keys for security policies.

SNMP v3 security

Implementing secure SNMP access using version 3 features.

6 Managing Ports

HP StorageWorks 8/20q Specifications

General IconGeneral
Product TypeFibre Channel Switch
Form FactorRack-mountable
Ports20
Port Speed8 Gbps
Aggregate Switch Bandwidth320 Gbps
Fabric TypeSwitched Fabric
CoolingFan
Fibre Channel StandardsFC-PH, FC-AL-2, FC-FLA, FC-GS-3
Management InterfaceCommand Line Interface (CLI)
Hot-swappable ComponentsPower supplies, fans
Data Transfer Rate8 Gbps per port
Power SupplyAC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)

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