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Network considerations

When planning the Lenovo XClarity Administrator installation, consider the network topology that is implemented in your environment and how XClarity Administrator fits into that topology.

Important
Configure the devices and components in ways that minimize IP address changes. Consider using static IP addresses instead of Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP). If DHCP is used, ensure that IP address changes are minimized.
  • IP configuration limitations
  • Network types
    In general, most environments implement the following types of networks. Based on your requirements, you might implement only one of these networks or you might implement all three.
  • Network configurations
    You can configure Lenovo XClarity Administrator to use one or two network interfaces.