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How-to assign IP’s to IBM PureFlex network and fibre channel switches
To assign IP’s to your PureFlex network and fibre channel (FC) switches, you will use the Chassis Management Module (CMM). First off, log into the CMM using your admin credentials (USERID is the default). Click on Chassis Management > Component IP Configuration Click on the module that you want to assign an IP address to, […]
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How to reboot the IBM PureFlex FSM
Reboot the FSM by clicking “Shutdown or Restart IBM Flex System Manager™” on the Home page “Administration” tab or by using the following command. smshutdown -t now -r
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IBM PureFlex Power Systems remote console not working with serial-over-LAN enabled
During our Lab workout today, we encountered a unique situation where the remote KVM would not function correctly on the Pure Flex Power Series P260 or P460 blades. Upon further digging, we found that for Power blades, the serial-over-LAN configuration must be disabled for the remote KVM to work. Go to Chassis Management > Compute Nodes […]
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IBM PureFlex top of rack switch installation requirements
The PDU’s incorporated into the PureFlex rack are all C20 connectors. In my case, to install a Cisco 3750 switch I needed a C20 to C13 power cord.
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