Before using the ECU to configure the Exalogic machine, keep the following points in mind:
Ensure that you have connected a laptop to the Exalogic machine
For information about connecting a laptop to your Exalogic machine, see Connect a Laptop to the Exalogic Machine.
Validate the desired network configuration
Review Default State of the Exalogic Machine Network Configuration and Understand Network Requirements and Configuration to identify the desired network topology of your Exalogic machine. In addition, review the network topology with your network administrator.
Ensure that all required network parameters are available
After determining the desired network configuration, you should determine a full set of network parameters, such as gateway addresses, netmask, IP addresses for NET0, BOND0, BOND1 (if needed), ILOMs, and so on. You are required to enter them in the configurator spreadsheet, which is used as input by Exalogic Configuration Utility.
Ensure that all the required cabling is completed
You must have connected your Exalogic machine to the data center's Ethernet device, such as a switch. For more information, see Connectivity Between Exalogic Machine and External LAN Through Sun Network QDR InfiniBand Gateway Switch.
Set up VNICs, as necessary, for Ethernet over InfiniBand (EoIB) connectivity. For more information, see Configure Ethernet Over InfiniBand.