General |
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What is the Ethernet Pass-Thru Module? |
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The Ethernet Pass-Thru Module is a sixteen port unmanaged data pass-through interconnection device that offers a one-to-one direct link between each BladeSystem server and a network device such as a switch. It is used when a data center already has an existing external network appliance to capture the individual uplinks from the blade servers. |
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Are cables included with the Ethernet Pass-Thru Module? |
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No. Since each installation is different, cables are not included and must be purchased separately.
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Why does HP recommend that I purchase two Ethernet Pass-Thru Modules? |
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While all Blade servers have a NIC providing a dedicated path to the first interconnect bay, supplying 16 non-blocking uplinks, HP recommends that a second Ethernet Pass-Thru Module be installed. Since each server has a minimum of two NICs on each blade, the addition of a second Ethernet Pass-Thru Module assures a redundant path to the network switch, router or bridge.
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Does the Ethernet Pass-Thru Module accept both fiber and copper connections? |
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No. The Ethernet Pass-Thru Module has RJ45 copper uplinks only. If your network requires a fiber connection then you will need either a switch module or Virtual Connect Module with fiber optic uplinks.
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Can the uplink ports be set to operate at any speed other than 1Gb? |
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No, The 1Gb Ethernet Pass-Thru module does not auto negotiate and will not accept commands to operate at any uplink speed other than 1Gb. |
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Warranty |
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What type of warranty and service comes with the Ethernet Pass-Thru Module? |
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Like all other interconnect modules, the Ethernet Pass-Thru Module comes with a one year world-wide warranty. Additional services such as CarePack and Enhanced Network Configuration Services are available. Please go here for a complete listing of response and service offers.
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