Nibi-16-Fan-Exh-A High-Speed Fan Assemblies; Rack Mount Kit; Supported Software Features - Brocade Communications Systems MLX Series Hardware Installation Manual

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Supported software features

The 32-slot router fan control modules include a bi-color LED, which indicates the status of the
fans.
TABLE 18
LED
Fan control LED
The router ships with fan assemblies fully installed. Fan assemblies are hot-swappable, which
means you can remove and replace them without powering down the system.

NIBI-16-FAN-EXH-A high-speed fan assemblies

NIBI-16-FAN-EXH-A high-speed fan assemblies are required for Brocade MLX Series 16-slot routers
when you install NI-MLX-10Gx8-M, NI-MLX-10Gx8-D, or NI-MLX-1Gx48-T-A modules. Brocade MLX
Series-16 routers ship with high-speed fan assemblies factory installed. Refer to
NIBI-16-FAN-EXH-A fan assemblies"

Rack mount kit

Brocade MLX Series and NetIron XMR routers can be mounted in a standard 19-inch (EIA310-D)
2-post rack, using the pre-installed mounting brackets. For flush-mounting, simply use the
mounting brackets as installed. For mid-mounting, move the pre-installed brackets from the front
edges of the device to the holes provided in the sides of the device. For more information, refer to
the appropriate installation chapter for your router model.
Supported software features
For a complete list of software features supported on Brocade MLX Series and NetIron XMR
routers, refer to the Brocade MLX Series and Brocade NetIron Family Configuration Guide.
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Table 18 describes the states for this LED.
Brocade MLX and NetIron XMR 32-slot router fan control LED
Position
Rear of router
on the fan
assembly
State Meaning
Off The fans are not receiving power.
Green The fans are working and responding to commands from the
fan control module.
Red The fans are not working and not responding to commands
the fan control module.
on page 76 for high-speed fan installation instructions.
Brocade MLX Series and NetIron XMR Hardware Installation Guide
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