Ethernet Port Connections on the Head Node

Table 3-2 lists the Ethernet port connections on the head node based on the type of interconnect in use. Use this information to determine the appropriate connections for the external network connection on the head node.




	IMPORTANT: The Ethernet port connections listed in Table 3-2 do not apply to HP XC systems with HP server blades and enclosures. For more information, see the HP XC Systems With HP Server Blades and Enclosures HowTo, which is available at the following Web site: http://www.docs.hp.com/en/highperfcomp.html

Table 3-2 Ethernet Ports on the Head Node

Gigabit Ethernet Interconnect	All Other Interconnect Types
Physical onboard Port #1 is always the connection to the Administration Network. Physical onboard Port #2 is the connection to the interconnect. Add-on NIC card #1 is available as an external connection.	Physical onboard Port #1 is always the connection to the Administration Network. Physical onboard Port #2 is available for an external connection if needed (except if the port is 10/100, then it is unused). Add-on NIC card #1 is available for an external connection if Port #2 is 10/100.

Ethernet Port Connections on the Head Node

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