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  • Page 1 53-1003495-02 25 June 2015 Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 2 United States government. The authors and Brocade Communications Systems, Inc. assume no liability or responsibility to any person or entity with respect to the accuracy of this document or any loss, cost, liability, or damages arising from the information contained herein or the computer programs that accompany it.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Universal Four-Post Rack Kit Installation Procedure........39 Contents....................39 Introduction..................39 Installation requirements..............39 Lifting requirements................40 Tool requirements and parts list............40 Installation procedure for flush-front mounting........42 Installation procedure for flush-rear (recessed) mounting....47 Universal Two-Post Rack Kit Installation Procedure........52 Contents....................52 Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 4 Testing connectivity................72 Operation..........................73 Interpreting LED activity................73 LED locations..................73 Port-side LED patterns..............76 Non-port-side LED patterns for VDX 6940-36Q........78 Non-port-side LED patterns for VDX 6940-144S......79 POST and boot specifications...............81 POST....................81 Boot....................81 Interpreting POST results................82 Diagnostic tests.....................82 Device management..................83 Powering off the device.................83...
  • Page 5 Replacing a QSFP transceiver............103 SFP transceiver removal and replacement........... 103 Time and items required..............104 Removing a transceiver..............104 Replacing a transceiver..............105 Brocade VDX 6940 Switch Technical Specifications.............. 107 Regulatory Statements......................117 BSMI statement (Taiwan)................117 Canadian requirements.................117 CE Statement....................117 China ROHS....................118 FCC warning (US only).................
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  • Page 7: Preface

    Identifies command names, keywords, and command options. italic text Identifies a variable. value In Fibre Channel products, a fixed value provided as input to a command option is printed in plain text, for example, --show WWN. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 8: Notes, Cautions, And Warnings

    DANGER A Danger statement indicates conditions or situations that can be potentially lethal or extremely hazardous to you. Safety labels are also attached directly to products to warn of these conditions or situations. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 9: Brocade Resources

    OEM/Solution Provider for all of your product support needs. ® • OEM/Solution Providers are trained and certified by Brocade to support Brocade products. • Brocade provides backline support for issues that cannot be resolved by the OEM/Solution Provider. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 10: Document Feedback

    • By sending your feedback to documentation@brocade.com. Provide the publication title, part number, and as much detail as possible, including the topic heading and page number if applicable, as well as your suggestions for improvement. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 11: About This Document

    Network OS 6.0.0 Active exhaust fan 6940-36Q XBR-FAN-80-01-F 80 MM nonport side Brocade VDX Network OS 6.0.1 Active exhaust fan 6940-144S XBR-FAN-80-01-R 80 MM port side Brocade VDX Network OS 6.0.1 Active exhaust fan 6940-144S Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 12: Rack Mount Kits

    Device where used First supported Last supported (OS) (OS) XBR-R000296 Universal four-post Brocade VDX Active rack kit 6940-144S and Brocade VDX 6940-36Q XBR-R000294 Universal two-post Brocade VDX Active rack kit 6940-144S and Brocade VDX 6940-36Q Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 13: What's New In This Document

    What's new in this document This document has been updated to include the following new information: • Details on the Brocade VDX 6940-144S throughout most sections of this guide. • Universal Four-Post Rack Kit and Universal Two-Post Rack Kit Installation Procedures.
  • Page 14 What's new in this document Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 15: Device Overview

    Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) for storage. 4x10 GbE breakout mode support Each 40 GbE port on the Brocade VDX 6940-36Q can be configured for breakout mode to provide four 10 GbE interfaces. The Brocade VDX 6940-144S does not support breakout mode at Network OS 6.0.1 release.

  • Page 16: Brocade Trunking Support

    • The maximum number of ports that can form a trunk are as follows: ‐ 12 fixed 10 GbE ports ‐ 12 10 GbE interfaces on 40 GbE ports on Brocade VDX 6940-36Q in 4 x 10 GbE breakout mode. ‐ Three 40 GbE ports (40 GbE mode) •...

  • Page 17: Supported Transceivers

    Ports in this group cannot be trunked with TG-4 ports. NOTE For a diagram and information on Brocade VDX 6940 device port numbering, refer to VDX 6940-36Q port numbering on page 27. For more information on Brocade trunking and enabling and disabling trunking, refer to the "Configuring Brocade VCS Fabrics"...

  • Page 18: License Support

    Following are example deployments for the Brocade VDX 6940-36Q and Brocade VDX 6940-144S: • Using the Brocade VDX 6940-36Q or Brocade VDX 6940-144S as a spine device in smaller VCS deployments. The Brocade VDX 6940-36Q 40 GbE ports in 40 GbE mode can uplink to core devices, such as the Brocade VDX 8770.
  • Page 19 FIGURE 1 Brocade VDX 6940 in smaller deployments • Using the Brocade VDX 6940-144S as a spine device and Brocade VDX 6940-36Q as a leaf device in medium-size VCS deployments. As a spine device, the Brocade VDX 6940-144S can uplink to a core device, such as the Brocade VDX 8770, using its 40 GbE ports in 40 GbE mode.
  • Page 20 The Brocade VDX 6940 40 GbE ports can uplink to spine devices, such as the Brocade VDX 8770. The Brocade VDX 6940-36Q40 GbE ports configured in 4x10 GbE breakout mode to provide 10 GbE links and the fixed 10 GbE ports on the Brocade VDX 6940-144S can downlink to edge nodes, such as servers.

  • Page 21: Hardware Components

    40 GbE ports configured in 40 GbE mode. FCoE configuration is supported on 10 GbE ports in breakout mode on the Brocade VDX 6940-36Q when the appropriate FCoE license is installed. Refer to the Network OS Software Licensing Guide for details on FCoE licensing.

  • Page 22: Port-Side View

    ‐ Brocade VDX 6940-36Q - up to 36 40 GbE QSFP ports. ‐ Brocade VDX 6940-144S - up to 96 fixed 10 GbE ports and 12 40 GbE QSFP ports. • For 40 GbE ports, four green LEDs are located above each upper 40 GbE port and below each lower 40 GbE port.
  • Page 23 Port-side view of VDX 6940-36Q Port-side view of VDX 6940-36Q The port side of the Brocade VDX 6940-36Q includes the USB port, RJ-45 serial console and Ethernet management port, 40 GbE QSFP ports, and system status, power, and port operation LED indicators.

  • Page 24: Non-Port-Side Views

    Non-port-side view of VDX 6940-36Q The following illustration shows the fan assemblies, AC power supplies, and other components on the non-port side of the Brocade VDX 6940-36Q. Refer to LED locations on page 73 for details on LED locations.
  • Page 25 FIGURE 7 Non-port-side view showing DC power supplies Non-port-side view of VDX 6940-144S The following illustration shows the fan assemblies, AC power supplies, and other components on the non-port side of the Brocade VDX 6940-144S. Refer to LED locations on page 73 for details on LED locations.
  • Page 26 FIGURE 9 AC power supply and fan details The following illustrations show the fan assemblies, DC power supplies, and other components on the non-port side of the Brocade VDX 6940-144S. Refer to LED locations on page 73 for details on LED locations.

  • Page 27: Port Numbering

    Brocade VDX 6940 devices. VDX 6940-36Q port numbering For the Brocade VDX 6940-36Q, ports are numbered as follows: • 40 GbE ports are numbered 1 through 36 • 10 GbE interfaces for the 40 GbE ports when in 4x10 GbE breakout mode are numbered X:1, X:2, X: 3, and X:4, where X is the 40 GbE port number 1 through 36.
  • Page 28 • 36:3 • 36:4 VDX 6940-144S port numbering For the Brocade VDX 6940-144S, ports are numbered as follows: • Fixed 10 GbE ports are numbered 1 through 96. • 40 GbE ports are numbered 97 through 108. As shown in the following illustration, the odd-numbered 10 GbE SFP+ and 40 GbE QSFP+ ports are on the top row and even-numbered ports are on the bottom row.

  • Page 29: Device Installation

    Verifying operation......................63 Items included with the device The following items are included with the standard shipment of a fully-configured Brocade VDX 6940. When you open the packaging, verify that the items are included in the package and that no damage has occurred during shipping.

  • Page 30: Items Required For The Installation

    This product is designed for an IT power system with phase-to-phase voltage of 230V. After operation of the protective device, the equipment is still under voltage if it is connected to an IT power system. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 31: Environmental Precautions

    For the 500W DC power supply used on the Brocade VDX 6940-36Q, use the following caution. CAUTION For the DC input circuit to the system, make sure there is a 20 Amp circuit breaker, minimum -48 VDC, double pole, on the input terminal block to the power supply.

  • Page 32: Recommendations For Cable Management

    • Keep LEDs visible by routing port cables and other cables away from the LEDs. Providing power to the device Perform the following steps to provide power to the Brocade VDX 6940-36Q. NOTE Refer to "Power Precautions before connecting power."...
  • Page 33 Use the following steps to connect DC power cords to 500W DC power supplies. This power supply is used in the Brocade VDX 6940-36Q. 1. Remove the DC wiring assembly from the front of each DC power supply by loosening the two assembly screws.
  • Page 34 Connecting a power cord to a 1100W DC power supply Perform the following steps to provide power to the Brocade device. These power supplies are used on the Brocade VDX 6940-144S. 1. Plug the DC input wiring harness (XBR-DC-CBL-HRNS) into the power supply connector.
  • Page 35 DC input connector, the other end connects to the building ground. 3. Refer to the "Power Precautions" section of this guide. 4. Observe the following additional requirements and precautions when making connections to DC power supplies: Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 36 3. Attach the ground lug to the device as shown in the following illustrations using the two 10-32 x ½ in. screws, flat washers, and lock washers provided with the ground lug kit. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 37 Device Installation Two-hole grounding lug Lock washers Ground wire Flat washers 10-32 x ½ in. screws FIGURE 16 Installing ground lug on Brocade VDX 6940-36Q Two-hole grounding lug Lock washers Ground wire Flat washers 10-32 x ½ in. screws Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 38: Rack Installation

    Observing power supply function FIGURE 17 Installing ground lug on Brocade VDX 6940-144S 4. Observe the following requirements and precautions when grounding this device: • NOTE To ensure adequate bonding when attaching the ground lug, a minimum of 20 in-lb (2.76 Nm) of torque is required to be applied to the mounting hardware used to attach the ground lug.

  • Page 39: Universal Four-Post Rack Kit Installation Procedure

    76.2 cm (30 in.). • Verify that the additional weight of the switch does not exceed the rack weight limits. • Ensure that an electrical branch circuit with the following characteristics is available: Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 40: Lifting Requirements

    "L" brackets. Tool requirements and parts list The following items are required to install a switch using the Universal Four-Post Rack Kit: • #2 Phillips torque screwdriver • 1/4-inch slotted-blade torque screwdriver Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 41 Note that not all parts may be used with certain installations depending on the switch type. NOTE Use the screws specified for use with the switch. Longer screws can damage the switch. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 42: Installation Procedure For Flush-Front Mounting

    3. Repeat step 1 and step 2 to attach the left front bracket to the left side of the switch. 4. Tighten all the 8-32 x 5/16-in. screws to a torque of 15 in-lb (17 cm-kg). Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 43 4. Repeat step 1 and step 2 to attach the left extension bracket to the left side of the switch. 5. Tighten all the 8-32 x 5/16-in. screws to a torque of 15 in-lb (17 cm-kg). Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 44 3. Attach the left front bracket to the left front rack post using two 10-32 x 5/8-in. panhead screws and two retainer nuts. Use the upper and lower holes in the bracket. 4. Tighten all the 10-32 x 5/8-in. screws to a torque of 25 in-lbs (29 cm-kgs). Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 45 3. Repeat Step 2 to attach the left rear bracket to the left extension. 4. Adjust the brackets to the rack depth and tighten all the 6-32 x 1/4-in. screws to a torque of 9 in-lbs (10 cm-kgs). Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 46 2. Attach the left rear bracket to the left rear rack post using two 10-32 x 5/8-in. panhead screws and two retainer nuts. Use the upper and lower holes in the bracket. 3. Tighten all the 10-32 x 5/8-in. screws to a torque of 25 in-lb (29 cm-kg). Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 47: Installation Procedure For Flush-Rear (Recessed) Mounting

    Attaching the front brackets to the rear of the switch NOTE In this installation, the brackets are named as called out in the parts list even though the installation of the brackets is reversed from the flush-front installation. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 48 4. Repeat Step 1 and Step 2 to attach the left front extension to the left side of the switch. 5. Tighten all the 8-32 x 5/16-in. screws to a torque of 15 in-lbs (17 cm-kgs). Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 49 3. Attach the left front bracket to the left rear rack post using two 10-32 x 5/8-in. panhead screws and two retainer nuts. Use the upper and lower holes in the bracket. 4. Tighten all the 10-32 x 5/8-in. screws to a torque of 25 in-lbs (29 cm-kgs). Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 50 4. Repeat Step 2 and Step 3 to attach the left rear bracket to the left extension. 5. Adjust the brackets to the rack depth and tighten all the 6-32 x 1/4-in. screws to a torque of 9 in-lbs (10 cm-kgs). Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 51 Rear brackets, short Screws, 6-32 x 1/4-in., panhead Phillips FIGURE 27 Attaching the rear brackets to the extensions at the front of the switch Rear bracket, short or long Screws, 6-32 x 1/4-in., panhead Phillips Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 52: Universal Two-Post Rack Kit Installation Procedure

    FIGURE 29 Attaching the rear brackets to the front rack posts Universal Two-Post Rack Kit Installation Procedure Contents This document provides instructions to install a Brocade 1U or 2U switch in a two-post telecommunications (Telco) rack using the Universal Two-Post Rack Kit (XBR-R000294). Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 53: Installation Requirements

    Use the screws specified for use with the switch. Longer screws can damage the switch. Ensure that the items listed and illustrated in Figure 30 are included in the kit. Note that not all parts may be used with certain installations depending on the switch type. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 54: Installation Procedure For Flush Mounting

    55 • Attaching front brackets to the rack on page 55 • Attaching rear brackets to the rack on page 56 • Attaching rear brackets to the switch on page 57 Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 55 3. Attach the left front bracket to the left rack upright using two 10-32 x 5/8-in. screws and two retainer nuts. 4. Tighten all the 10-32 x 5/8-in. screws to a torque of 25 in-lbs. (29 cm-kgs). Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 56 4. Repeat Step 2 and Step 3 to attach the left rear bracket to the left rack upright. 5. Tighten all the 10-32 x 5/8-in. screws to a torque of 25 in-lbs. (29 cm-kgs). Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 57 2. Align the left rear bracket to the left rear of the switch and use four 8-32 x 5/16-in. panhead screws to attach the bracket to the switch. Again, use the upper and lower slots in the bracket. 3. Tighten all the 8-32 x 5/16-in. screws to a torque of 15 in-lb. (17 cm-kg). Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 58: Installation Procedure For Mid-Mounting The Switch

    2. Insert four 8-32 x 5/16-in. flathead screws through the top and bottom holes of the vertically aligned series of holes in the bracket and then into the pair of holes on the side of the switch. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 59 3. Attach the left front bracket to the left rack upright using two 10-32 x 5/8-in. screws and two retainer nuts. 4. Tighten all the 10-32 x 5/8-in. screws to a torque of 25 in-lbs. (29 cm-kgs). Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 60 4. Repeat step 2 and step 3 to attach the left rear bracket to the left rack upright. 5. Tighten all the 10-32 x 5/8-in. screws to a torque of 25 in-lb. (29 cm-kg). Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 61 2. Align the left rear bracket to the left rear of the switch and use four 8-32 x 5/16-in. panhead screws to attach the bracket to the switch. Again, use the upper and lower slots in the bracket. 3. Tighten all the 8-32 x 5/16-in. screws to a torque of 15 in-lb. (17 cm-kg). Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 62: Standalone Installation

    4. Provide power to the device as described under "Providing power to the device." NOTE Do not connect the device to the network until the IP address is correctly set. For instructions on how to set the IP address, refer to "Configuring the device IP address." Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 63: Verifying Operation

    Refer to the "LED Locations" section of this guide for the location of these LEDs. Refer to the appropriate "LED Patterns" section of this guide for the meaning of LED displays. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 64 Verifying operation Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 65: Initial Configuration

    The serial port can be used to connect to a workstation to configure the IP address for the device before connecting it to a fabric or IP network. Complete the following steps to create a serial connection to the device. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 66: Assigning Permanent Passwords

    The rule specifies a minimum password length of eight characters. For advanced user and role management, including setting password rules, refer to the Network OS Security Configuration Guide . Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 67: Configuring The Device Ip Address

    To set up a default gateway, add an IP route in RBridge mode. device(config-rbridge-id-10)# vrf mgmt-vrf device (config-vrf-mgmt-vrf)# address-family ipv4 unicast device (vrf-ipv4-unicast)# ip route 0.0.0.0/0 10.24.80.1 device (vrf-ipv4-unicast)# exit device (config-vrf-mgmt-vrf)# exit device#(config)# copy running-config startup-config Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 68: Stateless Ipv6 Autoconfiguration

    ID. The default RBridge ID for the device is 1. Use the vcs rbridge-id rbridge-id command while in privileged executive mode (device# prompt) to change the default RBridge ID. Observe the following notes and recommendations when using this command: Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 69: Changing The Vcs Id

    The reply to the command will include a line about the setting of the VCS ID. Successfully set vcs-id. For more information on changing the VCX ID and the vcs vcs-id command, refer to the Network OS Command Reference and Network OS Administration Guide. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 70: Setting The Date And Time

    3. Enter the ntp server IPv4 address command, where IPv4 address is the IP address of the first NTP server in IPv4 format, which the device must be able to access. The IPv4 address variable is Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 71: Setting The Clock (Date And Time) Manually

    The following example changes the time zone to US/Pacific Standard Time: device# clock timezone America/Los_Angeles 3. Reboot the device. Network device connections Refer to the product Technical Specifications for a listing of supported cables. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 72: Ethernet Or Fast Ethernet Hubs

    After you install the network cables, you can test network connectivity to other devices by observing the LEDs related to network connection and performing trace routes. Refer to the LED patterns section of this guide for a description of the port states. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 73: Operation

    VDX 6940-36Q LED locations The following figure illustrates status LEDs on the port side of the Brocade VDX 6940-36Q. These LEDs perform the following functions: • Two LEDs under the RJ-45 Ethernet port indicate link activity and status.
  • Page 74 FIGURE 40 LEDs on the non-port side of the Brocade VDX 6940-36Q VDX 6940-144S LED locations The following figure illustrates status LEDs on the port side of the Brocade VDX 6940-144S. These LEDs perform the following functions: • Two LEDs to the left of the USB port indicate system status and power-on status.
  • Page 75 10 Lower 40 GbE QSFP port status FIGURE 41 LEDs on port side of Brocade VDX 6940-144S The following figure illustrates LEDs on the non-port side of the Brocade VDX 6940-144S. LEDs indicate operation and status on the four fan assemblies and two power supplies.

  • Page 76: Port-Side Led Patterns

    Port-side LED patterns Output power status Input power status Fan status FIGURE 42 LEDs on non-port side of Brocade VDX 6940-144S NOTE Although the pervious figure illustrates AC power supplies, DC power supplies have the same LED indicators. Port-side LED patterns LEDs for Ethernet management ports and GbE ports indicate port status and activity.
  • Page 77 Check messages for faults and take necessary action. Establish link connection. Steady green 40 GbE port is online. Link No action required. is present, but no activity. Flashing green. Beaconing is enabled. No action required. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 78: Non-Port-Side Led Patterns For Vdx 6940-36Q

    Non-port-side LED patterns for VDX 6940-36Q TABLE 9 Port-side LED patterns during operation (Continued) LED name LED color Status of hardware Recommended action Flickering green Activity on 40 GbE port. No action required. For Brocade VDX Off (no light) 10 GbE lane is offline - Enable the port.

  • Page 79: Non-Port-Side Led Patterns For Vdx 6940-144S

    Non-port-side LED patterns for VDX 6940-144S TABLE 10 Non-port-side LED patterns during operation (Continued) LED name LED color Status of hardware Recommended action Steady green Power supply is operating No action required. normally. Check messages or use Also, airflow mismatch or...
  • Page 80 Over temperature warning. Try the following: (green and amber) LED • Verify the fan assembly per fan assembly. is seated correctly. • Verify the device is powered on. Steady green Fan assembly is operating No action required. normally. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 81: Post And Boot Specifications

    • Performs port configuration. • Initializes links. • Analyzes fabric. If any ports are connected to other devices, the device participates in a fabric configuration. • Obtains a domain ID and assigns port addresses. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 82: Interpreting Post Results

    Diagnostic tests may temporarily lock the transmit and receive speed of the links during diagnostic testing. To monitor the transceivers, the show media command output provides transceiver information for all interfaces on the device. Any unqualified transceiver is disabled and a log message is generated. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 83: Device Management

    Thermal sensors located in the device sense temperature levels during operation to drive fan speed. In cases of extreme temperature, a RASlog message is generated warning of automatic system shutdown in two minutes, at which time the system shuts down. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 84 Thermal operations Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 85: Removal And Replacement Procedures

    Ensure that the airflow direction of the power supply unit matches that of the installed fan tray. The power supplies and fan trays are clearly labeled with either a green arrow with an "E", or an orange arrow with an "I." Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 86: Vdx 6940-36Q Fru Replacement

    For locations of these assemblies, captive screws, LEDs, labels, and other components, refer to Non- port-side views on page 24. NOTE Maintain all power supply and fan assemblies in operational condition to provide redundancy. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 87: Determining The Need To Replace A Power Supply

    There are no user-serviceable parts inside the power supply and fan assembly. Refer to Non-port-side LED patterns for VDX 6940-36Q on page 78 for details on the meaning of LED patterns for the device power supplies and fans in one of the following locations to verify operation and determine if replacement is necessary.
  • Page 88 4. Using the Phillips screwdriver, unscrew the two captive screws on the power supply. 5. Remove the power supply from the chassis by grasping the edges of the power supply and pulling it out from the chassis. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 89 13. V erify that the LED on the new power supply displays steady green while the device is operating. If the LED is not steady green, ensure that the power supply is securely installed and seated properly. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 90 Pull it completely free of the chassis. Chassis attachment screws Assembly screws FIGURE 45 DC power supply assembly screws 4. Remove the DC wiring harness assembly from the power supply by unscrewing the two assembly screws. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 91 11. L oosen the wire tightening screws and insert the wires from the DC power source into the wiring assembly (as shown in the illustration below). Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 92: Determining The Need To Replace A Fan Assembly

    The power supply status can also be viewed using the Web Tools application. Determining the need to replace a fan assembly Use one of the following methods to determine the status of the fan assemblies: Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 93: Time And Items Required To Replace A Fan Assembly

    If the device is powered up, the fan will immediately power up. c) Using the Phillips screwdriver, secure the fan assembly to the chassis by tightening the captive screw. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 94: Vdx 6940-144S Fru Replacement

    For locations of these assemblies, captive screws, LEDs, labels, and other components, refer to Non- port-side views on page 24. NOTE Maintain all power supply and fan assemblies in operational condition to provide redundancy. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 95: Determining The Need To Replace A Power Supply

    There are no user-serviceable parts inside the power supply and fan assembly. Refer Non-port-side LED patterns for VDX 6940-144S on page 79 for details on the meaning of LED patterns for the device power supplies and fans in one of the following locations to verify operation and determine if replacement is necessary.
  • Page 96 4. Push the locking tab on the right lower corner of the power supply to the left and hold it there while using the handle on the power supply to pull it straight out and away from the chassis. Pull the power supply out slowly to avoid catching a finger on the locking tab. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 97 Check your console for error messages. 11. V erify that the LED on the new power supply displays steady green while the device is operating. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 98 3. Push the locking tab on the right lower corner of the power supply to the left and hold it there while using the handle on the power supply to pull it straight out and away from the chassis. Pull the power supply out slowly to avoid catching a finger on the locking tab. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 99 Removal and Replacement Procedures Locking tab FIGURE 51 Removing power supply from chassis The following illustration shows the power supply removed from the chassis with DC wiring harness. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 100 Connecting a power cord to a 1100W DC power supply on page 34 for more information and precautions on connecting DC power. The equipment installation must meet NEC/CEC code requirements. Consult local authorities for regulations. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 101: Determining The Need To Replace A Fan Assembly

    If the device is powered up, the fan will immediately power up. c) Using a Phillips screwdriver, lock the latch mechanism by tightening the captive screw. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 102: Qsfp Transceiver Removal And Replacement

    2. If your transceiver has an integrated pull tab, gently pull the transceiver from the port using the tab. 3. If your transceiver as a bail release, as shown in the following figure, complete the following steps. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 103: Replacing A Qsfp Transceiver

    Use the following procedure to remove and replace an SFP or SFP+ transceiver. DANGER All fiber-optic interfaces use Class 1 lasers. DANGER Laser Radiation. Do Not View Directly with Optical Instruments. Class 1M Laser Products. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 104: Time And Items Required

    1. Remove any cables that are inserted into the transceiver. Use the extraction tool to open the cable latching mechanism. 2. Using the hooked end of the tool, pull the bail (wire handle) away from its pivot point and out, sliding the transceiver out of the device or module. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 105: Replacing A Transceiver

    Insert the cable into the transceiver until the latching mechanism clicks. Cables are keyed so that they can be inserted in only one way. If a cable does not slide in easily, ensure that it is correctly oriented. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 106 Replacing a transceiver Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 107: Brocade Vdx 6940 Switch Technical Specifications

    Brocade VDX 6940 Switch Technical Specifications This document highlights the features and specifications for the Brocade VDX 6940 switch. System specifications System component Description Enclosure VDX 6940-36Q - 1U, 19-inch EIA-compliant, front-to-back airflow or back-to-front airflow; power from back VDX 6940-144S - 2U, 19-inch EIA-compliant, front-to-back airflow or back-to-front airflow;...
  • Page 108 One bicolor LED (green and amber) per fan to indicate status on nonport side. Power supply status Brocade VDX 6940-36Q - One green LED per power supply to indicate status on nonport side. Brocade VDX 6940-144SOne green LED to indicate status of input voltage and one bi-color (green/amber) LED to indicate status of output voltage.
  • Page 109 0 to 3000 m (9,842 ft.) 0 to 12000 m (39,370 ft) level) Shock Brocade VDX 6940-36Q - 20 G, 6 ms, half- Brocade VDX 6940-36Q - 33 G, 11 ms, half- sine wave sine wave, 3/eg Axis Brocade VDX 6940-144S - 15 G , 11ms,...
  • Page 110 Brocade VDX 6940 Switch Technical Specifications TABLE 13 Environmental requirements (Continued) Condition Operational Non-operational Operating noise Brocade VDX 6940-36Q • Maximum: 88 dBA (8.8 Bels) • Nominal: 71 dBA (7.1 Bels) Brocade VDX 6940-144S • Maximum 87 dbA (8.7 Bels) •...
  • Page 111 Brocade VDX 6940 Switch Technical Specifications Power supply Maximum Input voltage Input line Maximum Input line Maximum model output power frequency input current protection inrush rating (DC) current DC to DC - 1100 W 40-60 VDC <33 A -Ve fused...
  • Page 112 Brocade VDX 6940 Switch Technical Specifications Model name @100 VAC input @200 VAC input @-48 VDC input Minimum Notes number of power supplies VDX 6940-36Q 2.18 A 1.12 A 4.1 A Input current is for 1 power 231 W 226 W 211.2 W...
  • Page 113 Brocade VDX 6940 Switch Technical Specifications Power consumption (maximum configuration) All optic ports configured with optics that draw the maximum power rating per MSA specification. Fans set at high speed and one power supply unit (PSU) used. Model name @100 VAC input @200 VAC input @-48 VDC input...
  • Page 114 Brocade VDX 6940 Switch Technical Specifications Serial port specifications (pinout RJ-45) Signal Description Not supported Not supported UART1_TXD Transmit data Logic ground Logic ground UART1_RXD Receive data Not supported Not supported Serial port specifications (protocol) Parameter Value Baud 9600 Data bits...
  • Page 115 Brocade VDX 6940 Switch Technical Specifications • FCC Part 15, Subpart B (Class A) • EN 55022 (Class A) • EN 55024 for Information Technology Equipment • ICES-003 (Canada) (Class A) • AS/NZ 55022 (Australia) (Class A) • VCCI (Japan) (Class A) •...
  • Page 116 Brocade VDX 6940 Switch Technical Specifications Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 117: Regulatory Statements

    The standards compliance label on this device contains the CE mark which indicates that this system conforms to the provisions of the following European Council directives, laws, and standards: • Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive 2004/108/EEC • Low Voltage Directive (LVD) 2006/95/EC • EN50082-2/EN55024:1998 (European Immunity Requirements) Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 118: China Rohs

    This is a Class A product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this equipment is used in a domestic environment, radio disturbance might arise. When such trouble occurs, the user might be required to take corrective actions. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 119: Germany

    Machine noise information regulation - 3. GPSGV, the highest sound pressure level value is 88.0 dB(A) in accordance with EN ISO 7779. Maschinenlärminformations-Verordnung - 3. GPSGV, der höchste Schalldruckpegel beträgt 88.0 dB(A) gemäss EN ISO 7779. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 120 Germany Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 121: Cautions And Danger Notices

    Vérifiez que rien ne restreint la circulation d'air devant, derrière et sur les côtés du dispositif et GARDE qu'elle peut se faire librement. PRECAUCIÓN Asegúrese de que el flujo de aire en las inmediaciones de las partes anterior, laterales y posterior del instrumento no esté restringido. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 122 (P/N) as the FRU being replaced. The manufacturing P/N is located on the top of the FRU. The P/N ends in either -F (front-to-rear airflow) or -R (rear-to-front airflow). You must use a replacement FRU that has the same airflow designator with the part number. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 123 CAUTION Do not install the device in an environment where the operating ambient temperature might exceed 40°C (104°F). Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 124 CAUTION Carefully follow the mechanical guides on each side of the power supply slot and make sure the power supply is properly inserted in the guides. Never insert the power supply upside down. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 125 For a DC system, use grounding wire of at least 8 American Wire Gauge (AWG). The grounding wire should be attached to the DC input connector, the other end connects to the building ground. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 126 20 amperios, como máximo, -48 VCC, bipolar, en la entrada al bloque terminal. El cableado de entrada para la conexión al producto deberá ser de cable de cobre catalogado, 12 AWG, marcado con VW-1, y tener una capacidad nominal mínima para 90 grados centígrados. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 127 Alle Geräte mit DC-Netzteil sind nur für die Installation in Bereichen mit beschränktem Zugang gedacht. Ein Bereich mit beschränktem Zugang ist ein Bereich, zu dem nur Wartungspersonal mit Spezialwerkzeug, Schlüssel oder anderen Sicherheitsvorrichtungen Zugang hat. Dieser Zugang wird von für den Bereich zuständigen Personen überwacht. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 128 In addition, anti-rotation devices or lock washers must be used with all screw connections for the grounding wire. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 129: Danger Notices

    También habrá etiquetas de seguridad pegadas directamente sobre los productos para advertir de estas condiciones o situaciones. General dangers DANGER The procedures in this manual are for qualified service personnel. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 130 Todas las interfaces de fibra óptica utilizan láser de clase 1. DANGER Use only optical transceivers that are qualified by Brocade Communications Systems, Inc. and comply with the FDA Class 1 radiation performance requirements defined in 21 CFR Subchapter I, and with IEC 825-2. Optical products that do not comply with these standards might emit light that is hazardous to the eyes.
  • Page 131 Este es un producto diseñado para sistemas de alimentación informático con un voltaje de de haber utilizado el dispositivo de protección, el equipo sigue teniendo voltaje si está conectado a un sistema de alimentación informático. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 132 Vérifiez que le bâti abritant le dispositif est bien fixé afin qu'il ne devienne pas instable ou qu'il ne risque pas de tomber. PELIGRO Verifique que el bastidor que alberga el instrumento está asegurado correctamente para evitar que pueda hacerse inestable o que caiga. Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...

  • Page 133: Index

    70, date and time command modes serial connection switch IP address terminal emulator configure terminal command 66, connecting Ethernet hubs workstations, servers, routers connecting network devices crossover cable diagnostic tests distributed intelligence electrical Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 134 QSFP transceivers replacing transceivers License support local clock LOCL logging, date and time setting logical chassis Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
  • Page 135 NTP Temperature 88, terminal emulator configuration testing network connectivity thermal operations time and date time zone explanation setting tool, extraction, transceivers transceivers extraction tool replacing username command UTP cable VCCI statement vcs-id Brocade VDX 6940 Hardware Installation Guide 53-1003495-02...
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