Dell PowerConnect M8024-k Configuration Manual - Page 5
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Introduction
This document shows how to configure Dell™ PowerConnect™ 8024, 8024F, M8024, and M8024-k
switches for use with EqualLogic™ PS Series storage using Dell best practices. The recommended
configuration uses link aggregation groups (LAGs) for inter-switch connections. An optional configuration
is provided for 8024 and 8024F switches using the virtual stacking feature.
For more information on EqualLogic SAN design recommendations, see the EqualLogic Configuration
Guide at:
http://en.community.dell.com/dell-
groups/dtcmedia/m/mediagallery/19852516/download.aspx.
1.1
Audience
This switch configuration guide describes an optimal configuration following Dell best practices for an
EqualLogic iSCSI SAN and is intended for storage or network administrators and deployment personnel.
1.2
Switch details
The table below provides an overview of the switch configuration.
Table 1
Switch vendor
Switch model
Switch firmware
Note: For proper functionality, the switch must be at the switch firmware version shown in the table
above before proceeding with this configuration. Using previous firmware versions may have
unpredictable results.
The latest firmware updates and documentation can be found at: support.dell.com.
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PowerConnect 8024, 8024F, M8024 and M8024-k Switch Configuration Guide for EqualLogic SANs
Switch specifications
Dell PowerConnect 8024, 8024F, M8024, and M8024-k
Dell PowerConnect
PowerConnect 8024, PowerConnect 8024F, PowerConnect
M8024, PowerConnect M8024-k
5.1.1.7 and later