switch:admin> chassisname
myhpchassis
3. Use the switchname command to change the switch name. The following example shows how to
change the switch name to myhpswitch.
switch:admin> switchname myhpswitch
switch:admin> switchname
myhpswitch
Verifying the configuration
To confirm that the switch is configured and ready for use:
Procedure
1. Observe the LEDs to verify that all components are functional.
2. Issue the switchshow command from the workstation.
This command provides information about the switch and port status.
3. Issue the fabricshow command from the workstation.
This command provides general information about the fabric.
Backing up the configuration
Hewlett Packard Enterprise recommends regular backups to ensure that a recent configuration is
available.
Procedure
1. Enter the configupload command.
This command uploads the switch configuration to the server, making it available for downloading to a
replacement switch, if necessary. For instructions on backing up the configuration, see the Fabric OS
Administrator's Guide.
2. Follow the on-screen prompts.
Installing and activating Port Upgrade licenses
Procedure
1. Use the portshow command to verify the number of ports licensed on your switch.
The command output displays Started and Licensed for enabled ports. For more information on
this command, see the Fabric OS Command Reference Manual.
2. Obtain the WWN from the Switch ID pull-out tab located on the port side of your switch.
You can also use the switchshow command to display the WWN.
3. Contact your Hewlett Packard Enterprise representative to purchase the appropriate Port Upgrade
license. Hewlett Packard Enterprise requires the switch WWN obtained in
2 on page 50 to assign a
license key.
4. Install the license.
a. Log in to the switch as admin.
b. Enter the licenseadd command, followed by the license key enclosed in quotation marks.
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