Connecting Additional Networks

To connect a network

1. Connect an Ethernet cable from a port on the first PM to a port on the second PM. Ideally, use the same NIC slot and port number in each PM. Connect the cable either directly (for an A-Link network) or through a network switch (for an A-Link or business network).
2. In the everRun Availability Console, go to the Networks page.
   1. The new shared-network name should appear within a minute or so. If not, either your cable is on different subnets or the NIC ports between the PMs are incompatible (for example, if one end is connected to a 10 Gb port and the other end is connected to a 1 Gb port).
   2. Click the Config button to select whether the network should be an A-Link or a business network. If the connection is direct, the network must be an A-Link. Otherwise, the network can be either an A-Link or a business network.
   3. Verify that the new shared network displays a green check.
3. Connect additional network cables to both PMs, one pair at a time. Ideally, use the same NIC slot and port number in each PM.

Related Topics

Connecting Ethernet Cables

A‑Link and Private Network Requirements

Business and Management Network Requirements

General Network Requirements and Configurations