User`s manual
Table Of Contents
- Preface
- General Description
- Installation
- Introduction
- Unpack
- Place or Mount the Equipment
- Apply the IEC Class 1 Laser Information Label (If the installation is in Europe)
- Install GBICs
- Connect to AC Power
- Switch Logic Power Good LED
- Check the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) Results
- Cable Fibre Channel Devices to the Switch
- Configure the Chassis
- Configure the Ports
- Zoning
- Rack and Shelf Administration
- Operating the Switch
- Diagnostics/Troubleshooting
- Removal/Replacement Procedures
- Multi-Chassis Fabrics
- Reference Information
- QLogic Customer Support
- Index

Preliminary
SANbox-8 Fibre Channel Switch
Installer’s/User’s Manual 59008-03 Rev. A Preface
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Preface
How to Use This Manual
This manual has five sections, two appendixes and an index:
• Section 1 is an overview of the Switch. It describes indicator lights and all
user controls and connections.
• Section 2 explains how to install the Switch.
• Section 3 contains troubleshooting procedures and explains the Power On
Self Test (POST).
• Section 4 contains removal/replacement procedures for all field replaceable
units (FRUs).
• Section 5 explains how to expand the size of a Switch fabric to multiple
Switch chassis.
• Appendix A contains reference information.
• Appendix B contains information about QLogic Customer Support and how
to contact us for assistance.
Please read “Communications Statements” and “Laser Safety Information”
presented later in this Preface.
Please use this manual in conjunction with the Switch Management Installer’s/
User’s manual listed in “Related Materials”. The Switch Management manual
contains information about managing Switch chassis through all available means.
Intended Audience
This manual introduces users to the Switch and explains its installation and
service. It is intended for users competent in installing and servicing electronic
equipment.