Chapter

NOS CLI Command Reference

2

 

 

 

 

In this chapter

New commands in the Network OS Command Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Modified commands in Network OS Command Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Deleted commands in Network OS Command Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

New commands in the Network OS Command Reference

Add the following new commands to the Network OS Command Reference Supporting Network OS v2.1.1 (53-1002492-01), originally published in December 2011.

chassis fan airflow-direction

 

Specifies the direction of airflow through the chassis based on physical PSU and fans.

Synopsis

chassis fan airflow-direction [port-side-intake port-side-exhaust]

Operands

port-side-intake

Specifies the airflow to enter the switch.

 

port-side-exhaust

Specifies the airflow to exit the switch.

Defaults

None

 

Command Mode

Privileged EXEC mode

Description

Use this command to configure the fan airflow direction to match the physical PSU and fans

 

installed in the system.

Usage

This command must only be used after you purchase and install the appropriate fan/power supply

Guidelines

that provides the desired airflow direction in the switch. Please contact your Brocade Sales

 

Representative to obtain the correct part numbers and pricing.

When the chassis fan airflow-directioncommand is issued, the switch will not recognize the configuration change until the switch is rebooted.

Only one (1) configuration change is accepted per reboot. This means that even if this command is entered multiple times, only the first configuration change entered will be effective after rebooting.

The switch serial number is registered with Brocade and the information recorded in the Brocade database about that switch includes the airflow orientation at the time of shipment.

Any subsequent change in airflow direction is not recorded in the Brocade database. This means that if you request a Return Merchandise Authentication (RMA) for the switch, the replacement switch will be sent with the original orientation.

Network OS Documentation Update

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53-1002606-06

 

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