Uplink and Internet
The P-EDC works without internet once it is set up. You need an uplink to activate some HCI software, to use cloud management, and for updates.
Connect the uplink
Switch port 8 is the recommended port for the gateway or site uplink.
| Uplink | How |
|---|---|
| Site network, copper | Cable from your site switch or router to switch port 8 |
| Site network, 10G | A free SFP+ port. They come with copper RJ45 transceivers fitted |
| Mako 5600 gateway | Through the PoE splitter on port 8, see Gateway and Mast |
| HiveRadar cellular gateway | See the CWG documentation |
All RJ45 switch ports supply PoE by default. Standard network devices are not affected.
We recommend connecting through a trusted network or a security gateway, not straight to the open internet.
Mako 5600 as shipped
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| LAN 1 (to the P-EDC) | 10.0.0.1/24 |
| DHCP | On, 10.0.0.100 to 10.0.0.200 |
| LAN 2-4 | Mako factory defaults |
| SIM and APN | Not set |
Insert your SIM and set the APN in Mako Networks CMS, or ask your partner. Your Access & Configuration Sheet lists the Mako serial, ID and account details.
For the steps in Mako Networks CMS, see the Mako Networks documentation.
What needs internet
| What | Needs internet |
|---|---|
| StorMagic SvHCI activation | Yes, or offline activation through StorMagic |
| NodeWeaver activation | Yes |
| Scale Computing, Proxmox | Check with the vendor |
| Switch and PDU, cloud managed | Yes, for EnGenius Cloud |
| HiveSight updates, speed test, latency monitor, time sync | Yes |
| HiveSight switch and PDU status | Yes, it reads them from EnGenius Cloud |
| Workloads on the cluster | No, unless your workloads need it |
When HiveRadar pre-installs the HCI, it is normally activated before shipping. Your Access & Configuration Sheet lists the licence.
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