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Configure the Network for VxRail

Configure the Network for VxRail

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For the VxRail initialization process to pass validation and build the cluster, you must configure the adjacent ToR switches and upstream network before you plug in the VxRail nodes and power them on.

This section provides guidance on the tasks that must be undertaken on the data center network to prepare for the VxRail initial implementation. You can use the information in Appendix C: VxRail Cluster Setup Checklist for guidance. Be sure to follow your vendor documentation for specific switch configuration activities and for best practices for performance and availability.
- Setting up the network switch for VxRail connectivity
- Set up the network switch ports for VxRail connectivity
  Once the switch base settings are complete, the next step is to set up the switch ports.
- Set up the upstream network for VxRail connectivity
  The upstream network from the VxRail cluster must be configured to allow passage for VxRail networks that require external access.
- Configure your network to support RoCE
  This section is only relevant if you are planning to deploy a VxRail cluster with vSAN using RoCE-compliant Ethernet adapters.
- Confirm your data center network
  Upon completion of the switch configuration, there should be unobstructed network paths between the switch ports and the ports on the VxRail nodes. The VxRail management network and VM network should have unobstructed passage to your data center network.
- Confirm your data center environment