topic Re: Migrating interconnect in HPE Synergy

Migrating interconnect

gorozzo — Thu, 18 Jan 2024 20:28:01 GMT

We are expecting a new interconnect at the DR (Disaster Recovery) location soon. The new interconnect is of the latest F32 100Gb generation, and our plan is to integrate it into production, where older F8 40Gb devices are currently in use. The question is whether it is possible to create a logical interconnect between two different devices. We are planning to perform a live migration, replacing the existing F8 40Gb devices with the new F32 100Gb devices

Re: Migrating interconnect

DanCernese — Thu, 18 Jan 2024 16:32:56 GMT

You will need to adjust your expectations for migration. There is only one CNA compatible between both the 40Gb and 100Gb modules-- the HPE 4820C CNA. If your servers do not already have that adapter, you will need to also order those and plan for full downtime to swap out the modules... .

and no, you cannot create a logical interconnect with two different device modules. sorry.

https://www.hpe.com/info/synergyvc100gbfc32switch-synmigration-guide

Re: Migrating interconnect

gorozzo — Thu, 18 Jan 2024 20:27:12 GMT

Thank you for explanation

Re: Migrating interconnect

Sunitha_Mod — Fri, 19 Jan 2024 04:02:26 GMT

Hello @gorozzo,

Excellent!

We are glad to know your concern has been addressed.