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This document is a hardware reference manual, written for SAN administrators who are using any Blade Server that supports the Brocade 4424 Blade Server Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module. It provides the information needed to understand the installation, configuration, and maintenance of the Brocade 4424 SAN I/O Module.
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SAN I/O Module model • SAN I/O Module operating system version • Error numbers and messages received • supportSave command output • Detailed description of the problem and specific questions viii 4424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-0000571-01...
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The Brocade 4424 is a 24-port Fibre Channel module with 8 external ports and 16 internal ports designed for installation in a Dell PowerEdge M1000e Blade Server Enclosure. The product ships with 12 ports enabled and can be upgraded to 24 ports through Ports on Demand (POD) licensing.
One serial console port on the front panel (RJ45 connector). • The following light-emitting diodes (LEDs) for each external port. One green/amber LED to indicate status for each port. One green/amber LED to indicate link speed for each port. 4424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-0000571-01...
The remaining 10 licenses are assigned to active ports as required. Once licenses are issued, they can be moved from one port to another, making port licensing more flexible. 4424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-0000571-01 on page 22 for details about the SAN I/O Module LEDs.
Port side Externally accessible ports and LEDs are on the port side of the SAN I/O Module. The port side faces out when the SAN I/O Module is inserted into the I/O bay of the Blade Server enclosure. Figure 1 details the port side.
SAN I/O Module as it will seat correctly when the insertion arm is closed. When the SAN I/O Module is inserted, the backplane connectors activate a connection port, allowing the SAN I/O Module to be configured in the Blade Server Enclosure. FIGURE 3 Nonport Side, Viewed from Top 1.
The external ports can form 2-port trunks, 3-port trunks, or a 4-port trunk. For details about Brocade ISL Trunking, see the Brocade Fabric OS Procedures Guide. on page 23 provides details about removing SFPs and follow the links to the latest compatibility matrix. From the 4424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-0000571-01...
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.
Access Gateway or Full Fabric Switch mode. 8. For complete instructions to install the SAN I/O Module into the Blade Server Enclosure, refer to the section on installing an I/O module in the Blade Server Enclosure Hardware Owner’s Manual.
The following items are required for configuring and connecting the SAN I/O Module for use in a network and fabric: • The SAN I/O Module installed in a Blade Server Enclosure. For instructions, refer to the steps on installing an I/O module in the Hardware Owner’s Manual for the Blade Server Enclosure. •...
Ethernet network requirements. NOTE It is recommended that you set the IP address using the Blade Server Enclosure CMC GUI application because this enables centralized management of the SAN I/O Module. Using the SAN I/O Module CLI to set the IP address Use the following tasks to change the IP address on the SAN I/O Module using the Module’s CLI.
2. At the command prompt, type connect switch-x where x is the bay where the SAN I/O Module is installed. For example, switch-x can be: 4424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-0000571-01 Modify the SAN I/O Module IP address...
Apply. 3. To enable DHCP, select DHCP Enabled and click Apply. FIGURE 4 CMC Setup Tab NOTE Refer to the documentation for the CMC GUI application for additional detail. 4424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-0000571-01...
Fabric parameters (yes, y, no, n): [no] y Domain: (1..239) [1] 155 R_A_TOV: (4000..120000) [10000] 4424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-0000571-01 Connecting the SAN I/O Module to the Ethernet network on page 8 before beginning the following procedure.
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A cable should not be bent to a radius less than 5.08 cm (2 inches) under full tensile load and 3.048 cm (1.2 inches) with no tensile load. (yes, y, no, n): [no] 4424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-0000571-01...
8. Verify the correct operation of the SAN I/O Module in the fabric by typing the fabricShow CLI command from the workstation. 9. Back up the SAN I/O Module configuration to an FTP server by typing the configUpload command and following the prompts.
This command is optional and is only required if you are converting an existing SAN I/O Module to Access Gateway mode. configUpload Save 4. Enter the following command to enable Access Gateway mode: ag ––modeEnable 4424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-0000571-01...
SAN I/O Module operation, or alternatively, you can disable and re-enable the SAN I/O Module to activate all ports. If you remove a POD License, ports that were enabled by that license are disabled. 4424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-0000571-01 Changing from Access Gateway Mode to Fabric Switch Mode...
2. Enter the IP address of the SAN I/O Module in the address field and press Enter. For more information about using Web Tools, see the Web Tools Administrator’s Guide. 4424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-0000571-01...
N_Ports, NL_Ports, and E_Ports as well as host adapters, Redundant Array of Independent Disks (RAID) storage devices, hubs, Fibre-SCSI bridge devices, and older switch families. 4424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-0000571-01 • soft WWN zoning •...
Using the Fabric Access interface to the Fabric OS, a client application can retrieve information and modify the configuration of Brocade switches in the fabric. Version 8, 9, 10 AS 3.0, AS 4.0 Version 9, 10 ES 3.0, ES 4.0 9.2, 9.3 4424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-0000571-01...
Fabric OS Administrator’s Guide or the Web Tools Administrator’s Guide. 2. Use the Blade Server Enclosure’s Chassis Management Controller (CMC) GUI to verify that the SAN I/O Module is working correctly.
Both off (dark): 1 Gbit/sec FC module green/amber Off: status SAN I/O Module is off or power supplies for the Blade Server or onboard DCC have failed. Green: No errors and all ports are ready for use. Amber: Steady: Boot-up state, port(s) offline, or in reset state.
Before beginning this procedure, ensure that you have a replacement SAN I/O Module or filler panel available because you do not want to leave the slot on the Blade Server Enclosure open for an extended period of time. The slot must be filled with either a replacement SAN I/O Module or a filler panel to maintain proper airflow.
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Cable Release Bale 5. Refer to the Hardware Owner’s Manual for the Blade Server Enclosure to remove and replace the SAN I/O module from the enclosure. ATTENTION If you are not replacing the SAN I/O Module, use a filler panel to fill the empty slot to maintain proper air flow.
The SAN I/O Module switch meets or exceeds the Fibre Channel standards for compliance, performance, and feature capabilities as defined in the Brocade standards compliance list. This information is available at: http://www.brocade.com/products/interop/standards_compliance.jsp 4424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-0000571-01 Architectural specification Table...
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. 4424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-0000571-01...
Standards, 21 CFR Subchapter I and the international laser safety standard IEC 825-2. CAUTION 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.
The EPUP assumes that the product will be used under normal conditions in accordance with the operating manual of the product. EPUP ocade EPUP 4424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-0000571-01 Environmental regulation compliance (EPUP) Brocade Brocade...
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