Connecting to a switch

To connect your gateway to a third-party switch, complete the following steps. If you have a GF270c, go to Connecting a GF270c gateway.

Caution
Some configurations require switch port zoning. See your Getting Started guide for more details.

Step	Action
1	If your gateway is running, shut it down by entering the following command at the console: `halt` Caution Always use the `halt` command to perform a clean shutdown.
2	If applicable, set the ID on your Fibre Channel switch. See the documentation for the Fibre Channel switch.
3	Connect the cable provided with the Fibre Channel switch to the following points of connection: The appropriate HBA port on the back panel of your gateway An available port on the Fibre Channel switch The following figure shows a Fibre Channel switch connecting to a GF900 series gateway.
4	If you are leaving one of the ports unused on your HBA, insert an LC loopback plug into Port 2, until it clicks and locks into place.