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If you are using a Brocade Layer 3 Switch, you should be familiar with the following protocols if applicable to your network – IP, RIP, OSPF, BGP, ISIS, IGMP, PIM, DVMRP, and VRRP. Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
The following notices and statements are used in this manual. They are listed below in order of increasing severity of potential hazards. NOTE A note provides a tip, guidance or advice, emphasizes important information, or provides a reference to related information. Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
Provide the title and version number of the document and as much detail as possible about your comment, including the topic heading and page number and your suggestions for improvement. Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
Powered Device (PD) capable and 2 x 1G SFP uplink ports. The uplink and stacking ports are also MACsec-capable. Figure 1 Figure 2 show the front and rear panels of the ICX 6450-C models. FIGURE 1 ICX 6450-C12-PD front panel Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
PC. Out-of-band management interface The out-of-band management interface is an RJ45 port that allows you to configure and manage the device from the network. Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
The 10/100/1000 BASE-T RJ45 PD1/C1 and PD2/C2 ports, residing on slot 2 of the device, can be used as uplink ports or additional network connections. They can also be used as PD ports. Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
Port status LEDs Figure 5 shows the location of the port status LEDs on the ICX 6450-C12-PD model. FIGURE 5 Port status LEDs an ICX 6450-C12-PD device Port status LEDs PoE/PoE+ LEDs Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
System status LEDs Figure 6 shows the location of the system status LEDs on an ICX 6450-C device. FIGURE 6 System status LEDs on an ICX 6450-C12-PD device System status LEDs Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
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LED is reserved for future use. (Reserved for future use) Downlink LED is reserved for future use. (Reserved for future use) ID (1-4) LED is reserved for future use. (Reserved for future use) Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
Verify that the connection to the other network device has been properly made. • If the other actions do not resolve the problem, try using a different port or a different cable. Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
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• If the other actions do not resolve the problem, try using a different port or a different cable. If a problem persists after taking these actions, contact Brocade Technical Support. Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
PD power usage An ICX 6450-C device can be powered using PoE/PoE+ provided by a Power Sourcing Equipment (PSE). Table 6 shows the device power usage in the PD power mode. Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
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None 1 PoE+ and 1 PoE 38.85 29.62 18.67 7 (one Class 2 device) None 2 PoE+ 50.8 39.92 18.67 22.4 • One Class 3 device • One Class 2 device Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
A wall mount option is available to order for a secure wall mount, in addition to the basic wall mount. • An additional rack-mounting kit is available to order to mount the device in a two-post rack. Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
40 ο C (104 ο F). CAUTION Make sure the airflow around the front, sides, and back of the device is not restricted. CAUTION Never leave tools inside the device. Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
Cabling infrastructure Ensure that the proper cabling is installed at the site. For information about supported SFP and SFP+ transceivers and cable lengths and types, refer to the following Brocade website: Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
Mechanical loading: Do not place any equipment on top of a rack-mounted unit. • Circuit overloading: Be sure that the supply circuit to the rack assembly is not overloaded. • Grounding: Rack-mounted equipment should be properly grounded. Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
3. If installing a single device only, refer to “Powering on the system” on page 29. Place each device squarely on top of the one below. 4. If installing multiple devices, attach the adhesive feet to each device. Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
4. Insert the cage nuts in the two-post rack where you want to mount the device. See Figure 5. Using a Phillips screwdriver, mount the device in a two-post rack using four rack-mounting screws, as illustrated in Figure Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
When mounting the device on a wall, Brocade recommends that you mount the device with the port side down. Complete the following steps to mount the device directly to a wall. Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
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4. Use the #2 Phillips screwdriver to secure the two wall mount screws into the wall mount anchors. Leave a gap of 4.0 to 4.5 mm between the screw head and the wall. See Figure Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
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Installing the device FIGURE 11 Preparing to wall mount the device Drilled holes in wall Wall mount screws Wall mount anchors 4.0- 4.5 mm space between screw head and wall Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
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See Figure 12 Figure FIGURE 12 Wall mounting the ICX 6450-C device - View of rear panel FIGURE 13 Wall mounting the ICX 6450-C device - View of the top panel Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
(Brocade Part Number: ICX6400-RMK). The rack-mount kit is not included with the device. Brocade recommends that you wall mount the device with the port side down. Complete the following steps to mount the device to a wall. Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
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3. Hammer two wall mount anchors into the holes on the wall, as illustrated in Figure 4. Use the two wall mount screws to fasten the device to the wall mount anchors, as illustrated in Figure Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
Use the magnet mount kit to mount the device on a metal wall or a metal surface, including underneath a metal desk. The magnet mount kit is available for order separately from the device and consists of a single magnet sheet. Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
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The magnet sheet can only be placed against the bottom panel of the device. Do not attempt to attach the magnet sheet to any other panels on the device. FIGURE 16 Attaching the logo side of the magnet sheet to the bottom panel of the ICX 6450-C device Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
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2. Place the magnet sheet (with the logo side now attached to the bottom panel of the device) against the metal surface or metal wall. See Figure 17 Figure FIGURE 17 Mounting an ICX 6450-C device to a metal surface using the magnet mount Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
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Installing the device FIGURE 18 An ICX 6450-C device securely mounted on a metal surface with ports facing down Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
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2. Place the bottom panel of the device with the magnet sheet attached under the metal desk, against the side of the device. Ensure that the front panel (port side) of the device is facing downward. See Figure 19 Figure Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
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Ensure that adequate ventilation is provided for the system. A 7.62 cm (3-inch) clearance is recommended on each side. FIGURE 19 Mounting an ICX 6450-C device underneath a metal desktop using the magnet mount Magnet Metal desk Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
2. Attach the AC power cord to the AC connector on the rear panel. 3. Insert the power cord plug into a 100V-240V outlet. NOTE To turn the system off, simply unplug the power cord or cords. Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
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Powering on the system Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
IP address that has a network mask with 24 significant (“mask”) bits. By default, the CLI displays network masks in classical IP address format (for example, 255.255.255.0). You can change the display to the prefix format. Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
TABLE 8 Temperature thresholds Model Warning level temperature threshold Critical (shutdown) temperature threshold °C) °C) ICX 6450-C12-PD Brocade recommends setting the 88°C warning level temperature no higher than 83°C. Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
When the temperature crosses the critical (shutdown) threshold levels, the device will reset after 5 minutes. The following console and syslog message is displayed: !!! Temperature is over shutdown level, please shutdown your stack unit 1 to avoid hw damage!!! Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
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Temperature settings NOTE Brocade recommends that you shut down your stack unit to avoid any hardware damage. Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
For an ICX 6450-C device to operate at 240V, the power cord should be C13 type connector with 10A rating or better. All devices ship with United States compatible power cords at the time of order. United Kingdom- and European-compatible power cords are also available. Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
Verify that all system components have been properly installed. If one or more components appear to be malfunctioning (such as the power cord or network cabling), test them in an alternate environment where you are sure that all the other components are functioning properly. Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
Machine noise information regulation - 3. GPSGV, the highest sound pressure level value is 70.0 dB(A) in accordance with EN ISO 7779. Maschinenlärminformations-Verordnung - 3. GPSGV, der höchste Schalldruckpegel beträgt 70.0 dB(A) gemäss EN ISO 7779. Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
Class A device (Broadcasting Communication Device for Office Use): This device obtained EMC registration for office use (Class A), and may be used in places other than home. Sellers and/or users need to take note of this. Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
English translation of above statement This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
PRECAUCIÓN Use un circuito derivado separado para cada cordón de alimentación de CA, con lo que se proporcionará redundancia en caso de que uno de los circuitos falle. Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
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Si usted borra accidentalmente la configuración en un sistema ya configurado, introduzca el comando write memory (escribir memoria) para guardar la configuración en ejecución en el archivo startup-config. Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
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Freiraum, auf beiden Seiten jeweils 8 cm Freiraum empfohlen. PRECAUCIÓN Asegúrese de proporcionar una ventilación adecuada al sistema. Se recomienda dejar 3 cm de espacio libre por encima del dispositivo y 8 cm a cada lado. Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
"Gefahr" weist auf eine mögliche Gefährdung hin, die zu Verletzungen oder Tod führen können. Sie finden die folgenden Warnhinweise in diesem Handbuch. Un danger attire votre attention sur un risque possible de blessure ou de décès. Ci-dessous, vous trouverez les avertissements utilisés dans ce manuel. Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
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Monte los instrumentos que instale en un bastidor o armario lo más bajos posible. Ponga el instrumento más pesado en la parte inferior y los instrumentos progresivamente más livianos más arriba. Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
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Pour des raisons de sécurité, la dragonne ESD doit contenir une résistance de série 1 méga ohm. PELIGRO Por razones de seguridad, la correa de muñeca ESD deberá contener un resistor en serie de 1 mega ohmio. Brocade ICX 6450-C Compact Switch Hardware Installation Guide 53-1002817-02...
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