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Network requirements for your AFX 1K storage system

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Record the required information for each network you connect to your AFX 1K storage system.

Gather network information

Before you begin the installation of your AFX 1K storage system, gather the required network information

  • Host names and IP addresses for each of the storage system controllers and all applicable switches.

    Most storage system controllers are managed through the e0M interface by connecting to the Ethernet service port (wrench icon).

    Refer to the Hardware Universe for the latest information.

  • Cluster management IP address

    The cluster management IP address is a unique IP address for the cluster management interface used by the cluster administrator to access the admin storage VM and manage the cluster. You can obtain this IP address from the administrator responsible for assigning IP addresses in your organization.

  • Network subnet mask

    During cluster setup, ONTAP recommends a set of network interfaces appropriate for your configuration. You can adjust the recommendation if necessary.

  • Network gateway IP address

  • Node management IP addresses (one per node)

  • DNS domain names

  • DNS name server IP addresses

  • NTP server IP addresses

  • Data subnet mask

  • IP subnet for management network traffic.

Network requirements for Cisco switches

For Cisco Nexus 9332D-GX2B and and 9364D-GX2A switch installation and maintenance, be sure to review cabling and network requirements.

Network requirements

You need the following network information for all switch configurations.

  • IP subnet for management network traffic

  • Host names and IP addresses for each of the storage system controllers and all applicable switches

  • Refer to the Hardware Universe for the latest information.

Cabling requirements

  • You have the appropriate number and type of cables and cable connectors for your switches. See the Hardware Universe.

  • Depending on the type of switch you are initially configuring, you need to connect to the switch console port with the included console cable.

What's next?

After reviewing the network requirements, you cable the controllers and storage shelves for your AFX 1K storage system.