Brocade Communications Systems 53-1000571-01 manual Optional features, Full Fabric Switch Mode

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Optional features

The SAN I/O Module supports the following optional software, which is activated with the purchase of the corresponding license key. Applicable options depend on whether the SAN I/O Module operates in Switch or Access Gateway mode.

Full Fabric Switch Mode

• Brocade Advanced Web Tools1

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Brocade Fabric Watch

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Brocade Advanced Zoning1

• Brocade Secure Fabric OS

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Brocade ISL Trunking

• Port on Demand (POD) licensing

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Brocade Advanced Performance

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Support for Brocade Fabric Access API and API

 

Monitoring

 

Scripting Toolkit

1.included with the SAN I/O Module

Access Gateway Mode

•Fabric/Switch License

•Brocade ISL Trunking (check for availability)

For detailed information on any of these features, refer to the Brocade Fabric OS Administrator’s Guide.

Unpacking and installing the SAN I/O Module

If the SAN I/O Module is installed in the Blade Server Enclosure that is shipped to you, skip this section. This section applies when installing a new module in an empty bay or replacing an existing SAN I/O Module.

NOTE

The SAN I/O Module is designed to work only in I/O bays B1/B2 and C1/C2 of the Dell M1000e Blade Server Enclosure. Make sure to comply with installation requirements in the Blade Server Enclosure Hardware Owner’s Manual.

Perform the following steps to remove the SAN I/O Module from its shipping package.

1.Open the shipping box and inspect the contents, making sure that nothing is missing or damaged.

Do not insert a damaged SAN I/O Module into the Blade Server Enclosure. If the SAN I/O Module appears to be damaged, contact your sales representative before proceeding.

2.Remove the cardboard accessory tray from on top of the SAN I/O Module.

This tray contains the documentation, regulatory statements, product information guide, and Documentation CD.

3.Remove the SAN I/O Module from the box.

The protective foam ends will slide out with the SAN I/O Module.

4.Remove the foam ends from the SAN I/O Module.

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Contents Brocade 4424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Title Publication Number Summary of Changes Date Brocade Communications Systems, IncorporatedContents Index How this document is organized About this documentSupported hardware and software What’s new in this documentText formatting Document conventionsBrocade resources Additional informationOther industry resources Optional brocade featuresGetting technical help FT00X0054E9 Document feedbackBlade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual Introducing the SAN I/O Module Dual function and access gateway configurationsDetermining module configuration Full Fabric Switch mode FeaturesPorts on Demand POD Access Gateway modePort Licensing External Ports Internal Ports Hardware DescriptionPort side Nonport side SFPs ISL trunking groupsLabeling Unpacking and installing the SAN I/O Module Optional featuresFull Fabric Switch Mode Access Gateway ModeCabling guidelines Items required Configuring the SAN I/O ModuleTask 1 Establish a terminal session with the SAN I/O Module Using the SAN I/O Module CLI to set the IP addressModify the SAN I/O Module IP address Task 2 Changing the IP address Using the CMC CLI to set the IP addressUsing the CMC GUI to set the IP address Connecting the SAN I/O Module to the fabric Connecting the SAN I/O Module to the Ethernet networkConnecting the SAN I/O Module to the fabric Changing from Fabric Switch mode to Access Gateway mode Web Tools Command Line InterfaceActivating Ports on Demand POD Changing from Access Gateway Mode to Fabric Switch ModeActivating ports with a POD license Connecting to the SAN I/O Module Using Web ToolsPort negotiation Operating the SAN I/O ModuleInteroperability Operating System Version Accessing the SAN I/O ModuleOperating system support Example Post Output Interpreting Post resultsInterpreting LED activity Location Indicator Color OperationLocating the serial number Removing and replacing the SAN I/O ModuleRemoving an SFP from a Port Access Gateway Mode default port mapping SAN I/O Module specificationsProcessor and memory specifications AppendixDimension Measurements Weight and physical dimensionsFacility requirements Condition Operating Non-operatingFeature Description Architectural specificationSupported HBAs Fibre Channel standards complianceMIC Statement Republic of Korea Vcci statement Japan Regulatory complianceFCC warning US only Bsmi statement Republic of Taiwan Laser compliance CE statementCanadian requirements Environmental Protection Use Period Epup Disclaimer Environmental regulation complianceChina RoHS Pbde TS/HS Dual Language SheetRegulatory certifications Country Safety specification EMC specificationEnvironmental regulation compliance EMC certifications Index Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual Page Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual

53-1000571-01 specifications

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