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Brocade 6505
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  • Page 1 53-1002449-01 ® 15 December 2011 Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual...
  • Page 2 Copyright © 2011 Brocade Communications Systems, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Brocade, the B-wing symbol, BigIron, DCX, Fabric OS, FastIron, NetIron, SAN Health, ServerIron, and TurboIron are registered trademarks, and Brocade Assurance, Brocade NET Health, Brocade One, CloudPlex, MLX, VCS, VDX, and When the Mission Is Critical, the Network Is Brocade are trademarks of Brocade Communications Systems, Inc., in the United States and/or in other countries.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents About This Document In this chapter ......... . . vii How this document is organized .
  • Page 4 Brocade 6505 configuration ....... . 8 Providing power to the switch ......8 Creating a serial connection .
  • Page 5 Data transmission ranges ....... . . 35 Memory specifications ........36 Fibre Channel port specifications .
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  • Page 7: About This Document

    About This Document In this chapter • How this document is organized ........vii •...

  • Page 8: Document Conventions

    Document conventions This section describes text formatting conventions and important notice formats used in this document. Text formatting The narrative-text formatting conventions that are used are as follows: bold text Identifies command names Identifies the names of user-manipulated GUI elements Identifies keywords and operands Identifies text to enter at the GUI or CLI italic text...

  • Page 9: Notes, Cautions, And Warnings

    Notes, cautions, and warnings 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.

  • Page 10: Additional Information

    Corporation Referenced trademarks and products Red Hat, Inc. Red Hat, Red Hat Network, Maximum RPM, Linux Undercover Velcro Industries B.V. Velcro Additional information This section lists additional Brocade and industry-specific documentation that you might find helpful. Brocade resources To get up-to-the-minute information, go to http://my.brocade.com to register at no cost for a user ID and password.

  • Page 11: Document Feedback

    • supportSave command output • Detailed description of the problem, including the switch or fabric behavior immediately following the problem, and specific questions • Description of any troubleshooting steps already performed and the results • Serial console and Telnet session logs •...
  • Page 12 Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002449-01...

  • Page 13: Brocade 6505 Introduction

    Chapter Brocade 6505 Introduction In this chapter • Brocade 6505 overview ......... . 1 •...

  • Page 14: Platform Components

    Brocade 6505 overview • Universal ports self-configure as E, F, or M ports. EX_Ports can be activated on a per-port basis with the optional Integrated Routing license. D-port functionality is also available for diagnostics. • Airflow is set for port side exhaust. •...

  • Page 15: Port Side Of The Brocade 6505

    Port side of the Brocade 6505 • An RJ45 10/100 BaseT Ethernet system management port, in conjunction with Brocade EZSwitchSetup, that supports switch IP address discovery and configuration, eliminating the need to attach a serial cable to configure the switch IP address and greatly increasing the ease of use.

  • Page 16: Nonport Side Of The Brocade 6505

    Nonport side of the Brocade 6505 System status LED System power LED Management Ethernet port with LEDs Serial console port USB port Switch ID pull-out tab FC ports 0-3 (all LEDs above) FC ports 4-7 FIGURE 1 Port side of the Brocade 6505 NOTE The two LEDs on the serial console port are non-functional.

  • Page 17: Brocade 6505 Installation And Configuration

    Chapter Brocade 6505 Installation and Configuration In this chapter • Items included with the Brocade 6505 ......5 •...

  • Page 18: Electrical Considerations

    Installation and safety considerations Electrical considerations To install and operate the switch successfully, ensure the following: • The primary outlet is correctly wired, protected by a circuit breaker, and grounded in accordance with local electrical codes. • The supply circuit, line fusing, and wire size are adequate, as specified by the electrical rating on the switch nameplate.

  • Page 19: Items Required For Installation

    Standalone installation for a Brocade 6505 Cables can be organized and managed in a variety of ways, for example, using cable channels on the sides of the cabinet or patch panels to minimize cable management. Following is a list of recommendations: NOTE You should not use tie wraps with optical cables because they are easily overtightened and can...

  • Page 20: Cabinet Installation For A Brocade 6505

    Cabinet installation for a Brocade 6505 4. Provide power to the switch as described in “Providing power to the switch” on page 8. ATTENTION Do not connect the switch to the network until the IP address is correctly set. For instructions on how to set the IP address, see “Brocade 6505 configuration.”...

  • Page 21: Switch Ip Address

    Brocade 6505 configuration Complete the following steps to create a serial connection to the switch. 1. Connect the serial cable to the serial port on the switch and to an RS-232 serial port on the workstation. If the serial port on the workstation is RJ45 instead of RS-232, remove the adapter on the end of the serial cable and insert the exposed RJ45 connector into the RJ45 serial port on the workstation.

  • Page 22: Date And Time Settings

    Brocade 6505 configuration If you are going to use an IPv6 address, enter the network information in semicolon-separated notation as a standalone command. switch:admin> ipaddrset -ipv6 --add 1080::8:800:200C:417A/64 IP address is being changed...Done. Date and time settings The Brocade 6505 maintains the current date and time inside a battery-backed real-time clock (RTC) circuit.

  • Page 23: Setting The Date

    Brocade 6505 configuration All switches in the fabric maintain the current clock server IP address in non-volatile memory. By default, this value is LOCL, the local clock server of the Principal (when FCS not enabled) or Primary (when FCS is enabled) switch. Changes to the clock server value on the Principal or Primary switch are propagated to all switches in the fabric.

  • Page 24: Synchronizing Local Time Using Ntp

    Brocade 6505 configuration 1. Log in to the switch using the default password (which is password). 2. Enter the tsTimeZone command as follows: Use timezonename to set the time zone by time zone ID, such as PST or Country/City. The following example shows how to change the time zone to US/Central. The tsTimeZone command by itself display the current time zone.

  • Page 25: Brocade Inter-Switch Link Trunking

    Fabric OS Native and Access Gateway modes Changes to the clock server value on the principal or primary FCS switch are propagated to all switches in the fabric. Brocade Inter-Switch Link Trunking Brocade Inter-Switch Link (ISL) Trunking is optional software that allows you to create trunking groups of ISLs between adjacent switches.

  • Page 26: Disabling And Enabling Access Gateway Mode

    Fabric OS Native and Access Gateway modes • Access Gateway simplifies SAN deployment by using N_Port ID Virtualization (NPIV). NPIV provides Fibre Channel switch functions that improve switch scalability, manageability, and interoperability. For more information on Access Gateway, refer to the following: For a list of F_Ports mapped to N_Ports by default, refer to “Access Gateway default port mapping”...

  • Page 27: Disabling Access Gateway Mode

    Fabric OS Native and Access Gateway modes • Ensure that no zoning or Admin Domain (AD) transaction buffers are active. If any transaction buffer is active, enabling Access Gateway mode will fail with the error, “Failed to clear Zoning/Admin Domain configuration.” Use the following steps to enable Access Gateway mode using Fabric OS commands.
  • Page 28 Fabric OS Native and Access Gateway modes Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002449-01...

  • Page 29: Brocade 6505 Operation

    Chapter Brocade 6505 Operation In this chapter • Powering the Brocade 6505 on and off......17 •...

  • Page 30: Led Activity Interpretation

    LED activity interpretation LED activity interpretation System activity and status can be determined through the activity of the LEDs on the switch. There are three possible LED states: no light, a steady light, and a flashing light. Flashing LEDs may be slow, fast, or flickering.
  • Page 31 LED activity interpretation System power LED (green) FC port status LED (port 0) System status LED green/amber) FC port status LED (port 4) Ethernet port activity LED (amber) FC port 0 Ethernet port speed LED (green) FC port 4 FIGURE 3 LEDs on the port side of Brocade 6505 NOTE The two LEDs on the serial console port are non-functional.

  • Page 32: Led Patterns

    LED activity interpretation Figure 4 shows the LEDs on the nonport side of the switch. Power supply and fan assembly #1 status LED FIGURE 4 LEDs on the nonport side of Brocade 6505 LED patterns Table 1 describes the port side LEDs and their behavior. TABLE 1 Port side LED patterns during normal operation LED name...

  • Page 33: Post And Boot Specifications

    POST and boot specifications TABLE 1 Port side LED patterns during normal operation (Continued) LED name LED color Status of hardware Recommended action Optical media No light or signal carrier on the Verify that the transceiver is installed port status media interface.

  • Page 34: Post

    Interpreting POST results POST The success or failure results of the diagnostic tests that run during POST can be monitored through LED activity, the error log, or the command line interface. POST includes the following tasks: • Conducts preliminary POST diagnostics. •...

  • Page 35: Brocade 6505 Maintenance

    Brocade 6505 maintenance For information about all referenced commands, and on accessing the error log, refer to the Fabric OS Administrator’s Guide. For information about error messages, refer to the Fabric OS Message Reference Manual. Brocade 6505 maintenance The Brocade 6505 is designed for high availability and low failure; it does not require any regular physical maintenance.

  • Page 36: Diagnostic Tests

    Brocade 6505 maintenance FIGURE 5 Installing a 16 Gbps SFP+ optical transceiver in the upper row port slot FIGURE 6 Installing an 8 Gbps SFP+ optical transceiver in the upper row port slot Diagnostic tests In addition to POST, Fabric OS includes diagnostic tests to help you troubleshoot the hardware and firmware.

  • Page 37: Brocade 6505 Management

    Brocade 6505 management The tests are implemented by command, either through a Telnet session or through a console set up to the serial connection to the switch. Some tests require the ports to be connected by external cables, to allow diagnostics to verify the serializer/deserializer interface, transceiver, and cable. Some tests require loopback plugs.
  • Page 38 Brocade 6505 management Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002449-01...

  • Page 39: Removal And Replacement Of Power Supplies And Fans

    Chapter Removal and Replacement of Power Supplies and Fans In this chapter • Introduction ........... 27 •...
  • Page 40 Removing and replacing a power supply and fan assembly Filler panel Power plug receptacle (with plug retainer) Power supply and fan assembly 1 Thumbscrew Power supply and fan assembly LED Handle On/off switch FIGURE 7 Nonport side of the Brocade 6505 CAUTION Disassembling any part of the power supply voids the part warranty and regulatory certifications.

  • Page 41: Determining The Need To Replace A Power Supply And Fan Assembly

    Removing and replacing a power supply and fan assembly TABLE 4 Power supply and fan assembly status LED behavior, description, and required actions LED color Description Action required No light Power supply and fan assembly is not receiving Verify that the power supply and fan power, or is off.

  • Page 42: Time Required

    Removing and replacing a power supply and fan assembly POWER SUPPLY Unit: 1 Power Source: Time Awake: 0 days Power Supply #1 is OK Power Supply #2 is absent <additional output truncated> br6505:admin> Time required Replacing a power supply and fan assembly in the Brocade 6505 should require less than two minutes to complete.

  • Page 43: Replacing A Power Supply And Fan Assembly

    Removing and replacing a power supply and fan assembly Brocade 6505 chassis Captive screw Power supply and fan assembly Product labels FIGURE 8 Inserting the power supply and fan assembly into the switch Replacing a power supply and fan assembly Refer to Figure 8 for this procedure.
  • Page 44 Removing and replacing a power supply and fan assembly 3. Gently push the power supply and fan assembly into the chassis until it is firmly seated. 4. Using the Phillips screwdriver, secure the power supply and fan assembly to the chassis by tightening in the captive screw.

  • Page 45: Brocade 6505 Specifications

    Appendix Brocade 6505 Specifications In this appendix • Weight and physical dimensions ........33 •...

  • Page 46: System Power Specifications

    System power specifications TABLE 6 Facility requirements Type Requirements • Electrical Adequate supply circuit, line fusing, and wire size, as specified by the electrical rating on the switch nameplate. • Circuit protected by a circuit breaker and grounded in accordance with local electrical codes.

  • Page 47: General Specifications

    General specifications TABLE 8 Environmental requirements (Continued) Condition Acceptable during operation Acceptable during nonoperation Altitude 0 to 3 km (9,842 feet) above sea level 0 to 12 km (39,370 feet) above sea level Shock 20 G, 6 ms, half-sine wave 33 G, 11 ms, half-sine wave, 3/eg Axis Vibration 0.5 G sine, 0.4 gms random, 5-500 Hz...

  • Page 48: Memory Specifications

    Memory specifications TABLE 10 Supported optics, speeds, cables, and distances (Continued) Transceiver Form factor Speed Multimode media Multimode media Multimode media Multimode media Single mode media type (62.5 microns) (50 microns) (50 microns) (50 microns) (9 microns) (OM1) (OM2) (OM3) (OM4) SFP+ 4 Gbps...

  • Page 49: Access Gateway Default Port Mapping

    Access Gateway default port mapping The serial port can be used to connect to a workstation to configure the switch IP address before connecting the switch to a fabric or IP network. The serial port’s parameters are fixed at 9600 baud, 8 data bits, and no parity, with flow control set to None.

  • Page 50: Fcc Warning (Us Only)

    Regulatory compliance • “Canadian requirements” on page 40 • “Laser compliance” on page 40 FCC warning (US only) This equipment has been tested and complies with the limits for a Class A computing device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.

  • Page 51: Power Cords (Japan Denan)

    Regulatory compliance Power cords (Japan DENAN) Chinese 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. BSMI statement (Taiwan) Warning: This is Class A product.

  • Page 52: Canadian Requirements

    Electrical cautions The standards compliance label on the Brocade 6505 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 •...

  • Page 53: Regulatory Certifications

    Regulatory certifications CAUTION Connect the power cord only to a grounded outlet. CAUTION 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.

  • Page 54: Environmental Regulation Compliance

    Environmental regulation compliance Environmental regulation compliance This section describes the “China RoHS” environmental regulatory compliance requirements for the Brocade 6505 switch. China RoHS The contents included in this section are per the requirements of the People's Republic of China- Management Methods for Controlling Pollution by Electronic Information products. RoHS Environmental protection use period (EPUP) disclaimer In no event do the EPUP logos shown on the product and FRUs alter or expand that warranty that...
  • Page 55 Environmental regulation compliance Toxic / Hazardous Substances and Elements Table Fiber Channel Switch Fan, Blower Assemblies PCBA Cards (HBA) Host Bus Adapter (HBA) USB Flash Drive Power Supply Kit SFP Optics Sheet Metal Chassis Assembly Mechanical Brackets & Slides Slot Filler Cable Management Tray Cable Comb Cables and Power Cords...
  • Page 56 Environmental regulation compliance Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002449-01...
  • Page 57 Index command ag --modeShow date Access Gateway diagDisablePost and Fabric OS Native mode errShow default port mapping fastboot enabling and disabling ipaddrset command Access Gateway mode psShow verifying switchShow access NTP server switchStatusPolicySet airflow switchStatusPolicyShow tsClockServer tsTimeZone command line interface compact flash memory base model configuration...
  • Page 58 EMC compliance environmental feature trunking considerations items included with the Brocade 6505 requirements errShow command Ethernet management port event date and time extended distance support KCC statement (Republic of Korea) facility requirements fans laser compliance fans and power supplies latency replacing FC port-to-port fastboot command...
  • Page 59 port side view specifications port speeds Fibre Channel ports general port types memory Ports on Demand power supplies see POD serial ports Ports on Demand (POD) static IP address POST IPv4 POST and boot specifications IPv6 power cord statement (Japan DENAN switch power monitoring capabilities...
  • Page 60 wavelength support weight zoning Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002449-01...

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