Administration Network: Console Branch

The Console Branch is part of the private Administration Network within an HP XC system that is used primarily for managing and monitoring the consoles of the nodes that comprise the HP XC system. This branch of the network uses 10/100 Mbps Ethernet.

During the installation and configuration of the HP XC system, the administrative tools probe and discover the topology of the entire Administration Network including the Console Branch.

An HP XC system has at least one Root Console Switch with the potential for multiple Branch Console Switches. Figure 1-1 shows a graphical representation of the Console Branch.

Figure 1-1 Administration Network: Console Branch (Without HP Server Blades)