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[MCC-IP] Do i need MetroCluster Switches in this configure?

jizzzy
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Hi Guys.

 

When both two AFF storage placed in same place. 

Do I need MetroCluster Switches? or Can i configure to direct connect?

 

Sorry for bad english.

 

Regards.

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akiendl
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MetroCluster IP always needs backend switches.

Andy

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akiendl
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MetroCluster IP always needs backend switches.

Andy

akiendl
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just to add for completeness. There is a MetroCluster compliant switch configuration that allows you to use your own switches (if the switches fulfill the requirements). But completely switch less is not possible.

 

Andy

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