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- Page 2 Fax: +41 22 799 5641 E-mail: emea-info@brocade.com Document History Title Publication number Summary of changes Date Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel 53-1002576-01 New document December 2012 SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel 53-1002576-02...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
SFP+ transceivers ........10 Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual... - Page 4 Removing and replacing SAN I/O Modules ....37 Removing and replacing SFP+ transceivers and cables ..39 Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002576-02...
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Page 7: About This Document
• Chapter 2, “Installing the SAN I/O Module,” describes the procedures needed to unpack and install the Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module for the Dell M1000e Blade Server Enclosure. • Chapter 3, “Configuring the SAN I/O Module,”... -
Page 8: Document Conventions
Repeat the previous element, for example “member[;member...]” value Fixed values following arguments are printed in plain font. For example, show WWN Boolean. Elements are exclusive. Example: show mode egress | ingress viii Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002576-02... -
Page 9: Notes, Cautions, And Warnings
Referenced trademarks and products Cisco Systems Cisco Dell, Inc. PowerEdge Microsoft Corporation Windows, Windows 2003, Windows 2008, Windows XP Red Hat Inc. Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002576-02... -
Page 10: Additional Information
Dell Chassis Management Controller Firmware Version 4.x User Guide The following support documentation is provided on the Brocade web site. • Fabric OS Administrator’s Guide • Fabric OS Command Reference Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002576-02... -
Page 11: Getting Technical Help
Use the wwn or switchShow commands to display the WWN. 4. Software licenses. Use the licenseIdShow command to display the list of licenses and corresponding license IDs available on the unit. Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002576-02... -
Page 12: Document Feedback
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 M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002576-02... -
Page 13: In This Chapter
Demand (POD) license. NOTE The Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module is also referred to as the SAN I/O Module throughout this document. The eight external ports of the Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module support hot-pluggable Small Form Factor Pluggable plus (SFP+) optical transceivers. -
Page 14: Operating System Support
Runtime elements that include health monitoring, uptime, memory information, CPU usage, user information, power, and licenses • Two internal 100 Mbps full-duplex Ethernet ports to connect to the redundant Dell M1000e Chassis Management Controllers (CMCs) • One serial console port on the front panel. -
Page 15: Software Features
Software features Software features The Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module supports the following software features. For updates to the supported feature set, refer to the Brocade Fabric OS Administrator’s Guide and product release notes for additional information. -
Page 16: Optional Features
• Full model—Ships with 24 active ports. No additional POD license is needed. • ENT (Enterprise) model—Ships with 24 active ports. No additional POD license is needed. Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002576-02... -
Page 17: Isl Trunking Groups
Up to 16 internal backplane F_Ports. Each port can automatically negotiate its speed at either 16 Gbps or 8 Gbps to match the speed of attached devices • Dynamic fabric provisioning that supports fabric-assigned WWNs Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002576-02... -
Page 18: Native Fabric Mode
• Buffer credit loss detection and automatic recovery on ISLs. Optional Brocade licenses Table 2 lists optional licenses that are available for use on the Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module. TABLE 2 Optional supported features License... -
Page 19: Hardware Description
Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module. The front panel faces out when the SAN I/O Module is inserted in the I/O module bays B or C of the Dell M1000e Blade Server Enclosure. Each external port has a dedicated LED that identifies port status and port diagnostics. For a complete description of the locations and interpretations of the LEDs, refer to “Interpreting SAN I/O Module LED activity”... - Page 20 Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module front panel For more information on SAN I/O Module front panel LEDs, refer to “Interpreting SAN I/O Module LED activity” on page 35. Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002576-02...
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Page 21: San I/O Module Side View
Hardware description SAN I/O Module side view The SAN I/O Module connects to the I/O module bay of the Dell M1000e Blade Server Enclosure by way of the backplane connectors. (Refer to Figures 2.) The SAN I/O Module seats correctly when the release lever is closed securely. -
Page 22: Sfp+ Transceivers
The SAN I/O Module is designed to work exclusively with Brocade-branded small form-factor pluggable plus (SFP+) optical transceivers. The SFP+ transceivers are hot-swappable, thus allowing for connection to external devices without removing the SAN I/O Module from the Dell M1000e Blade Server Enclosure. -
Page 23: Unpacking The San I/O Module
Full model: Four 16 Gbps SFP+ transceivers ENT (Enterprise) model: Eight 16 Gbps SFP+ transceivers • Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module QuickStart Guide Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002576-02... -
Page 24: System Reliability Guidelines
To help ensure proper cooling, performance, and system reliability, make sure the following requirements are met: • Each of the I/O module bays at the rear of the Dell M1000e Blade Server Enclosure contains either a SAN I/O Module or a filler panel. •... -
Page 25: Inserting The San I/O Module In The Blade Server Enclosure
Enclosure. NOTE The SAN I/O Module is designed to work only in I/O module bays B1/B2 and C1/C2 of the Dell M1000e Blade Server Enclosure. Make sure to comply with installation requirements stated in the Dell PowerEdge M1000e Enclosure Owner’s Manual. - Page 26 6. Press the release lever upward until the release latch clicks and locks the lever in place. This locks the SAN I/O Module into the Dell M1000e Blade Server Enclosure I/O module bay. Locking the SAN I/O Module into the I/O module bay provides power (if the power is on in the Blade Server Enclosure) and activates (powers on) the switch and switch LEDs.
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Page 27: Handling Sfp+ Transceivers
Use minimal pressure when you insert an SFP+ transceiver in the port. Forcing the transceiver into the port can cause damage to the transceiver or the SAN I/O Module port. • You can insert or remove an SFP+ transceiver while the Dell M1000e Blade Server Enclosure is powered on. •... -
Page 28: Cabling Guidelines
Tie wraps are not recommended for optical cables because they are easily overtightened. CAUTION A 50-micron cable should not be bent to a radius less than 2 inches under full tensile load and 1.2 inches with no tensile load. Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002576-02... -
Page 29: Data Transmission Ranges
35 m (115 ft.) 100 m (328 ft.) 125 m (410 ft.) 16Gb SFP+ optical transceivers support 16/8/4 Gbps speeds, and 8Gb SFP+ optical transceivers support 8/4/2 Gbps speeds. Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002576-02... - Page 30 Data transmission ranges Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002576-02...
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Page 31: In This Chapter
If required, a management workstation (computer) that has a terminal emulator (such as HyperTerminal) or a keyboard, video, and mouse (KVM) device. This is only required if you are not changing the SAN I/O Module IP address through the Dell M1000e Blade Server Enclosure GUI or CLI management programs. -
Page 32: Modifying The San I/O Module Ip Address
“Using the SAN I/O Module CLI to set the IP address” on page 22 NOTE It is recommended that you set the IP address using the Dell M1000e Blade Server Chassis Management Controller (CMC). From the CMC, you can set the IP address using either the GUI or the CLI. -
Page 33: Using The Cmc Cli To Set The Ip Address
Modifying the SAN I/O Module IP address FIGURE 5 CMC Setup tab Refer to the Dell PowerEdge M1000e Enclosure Owner’s Manual that comes with your Dell M1000e Blade Server Enclosure for more information. Using the CMC CLI to set the IP address... -
Page 34: Using The San I/O Module Cli To Set The Ip Address
Server Enclosure for information on using the CMC connect command. Using the SAN I/O Module CLI to set the IP address Perform the following tasks to change the IP address on the Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module using the SAN I/O Module’s CLI. - Page 35 Ethernet IP Address [10.77.77.77]:10.32.53.47 Ethernet Subnetmask [255.255.255.0]:255.255.240.0 Fibre Channel IP Addresss [none]: Fibre Channel Subnetmask [none]: Gateway IP Address [0.0.0.0]:10.32.48.1 DHCP [Off]: IP address is being changed...Done. Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002576-02...
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Page 36: Connecting The San I/O Module To The Ethernet Network
Telnet/SSH using the switch CLI, or by launching Web Tools. Connecting to the SAN I/O Module using Web Tools Complete the following steps to connect to the Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module using Web Tools. 1. On the management console, open a web browser such as Internet Explorer. - Page 37 If you are in AG mode and want to change to Native Fabric mode before connecting the SAN I/O Module to the fabric, refer to “Changing from Access Gateway mode to Native Fabric mode” page 31. 1. If the Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module is in Native Fabric mode, continue to step 2 step 3.
- Page 38 This command provides information about SAN I/O Module and port status. 8. Verify the correct operation of the SAN I/O Module in the fabric by entering the fabricShow command from the switch Telnet session. Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002576-02...
- Page 39 For specific instructions about how to back up the configuration, see the Brocade Fabric OS Administrator’s Guide. The switchShow, fabricShow, and configUpload commands are described in detail in the Brocade Fabric OS Command Reference. Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002576-02...
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Page 41: In This Chapter
Registered state change Notifies a device of a change within the fabric. notification (RSCN) SNMP facilities v1, v2c, and v3 Translative mode Private target support on fabrics. Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002576-02... -
Page 42: Activating Ports On Demand
Ports on Demand (POD) licensing allows you to enable up to 24 ports from the initial 12 ports on the Base model. You can add optional Ports on Demand (POD) licenses using either Brocade Web Tools or a Telnet connection. Do not use the Dell M1000e Blade Server Enclosure Chassis Management Controller (CMC) software. -
Page 43: Changing From Access Gateway Mode To Native Fabric Mode
Access Gateway mode. Enabling Access Gateway mode clears the security and zone databases. Disabling Access Gateway mode clears the F_Port to N_Port mapping. Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002576-02... -
Page 44: Disabling Access Gateway Mode
The console will display the message, “Access Gateway mode is NOT enabled.” Refer to the Access Gateway Administrator’s Guide for more information on changing from AG mode to Native Fabric mode. Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002576-02... -
Page 45: Changing From Native Fabric Mode To Access Gateway Mode
TCP/IP connection. Because SSL/TLS is built into all major browsers and web servers, installing a digital certificate enables the SSL/TLS capabilities. Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002576-02... -
Page 46: Interpreting Post Results
Brocade Fabric OS Administrator’s Guide or the Brocade Web Tools Administrator’s Guide. 2. Use the Dell M1000e Blade Server Enclosure’s Chassis Management Controller (CMC) GUI to verify that the SAN I/O Module is working correctly. -
Page 47: Interpreting San I/O Module Led Activity
For details about the meaning of each LED state, refer to the following sections: • “Power-on self-test LEDs” on page 36 • “Normal-operation LEDs” on page 36 Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002576-02... -
Page 48: Power-On Self-Test Leds
The SAN I/O Module will continue to operate after POST indicates a fatal error. Although the SAN I/O Module continues to operate, it will not operate normally. It is therefore recommended that you check the Dell M1000e Blade Server Enclosure Chassis Management Controller (CMC) error log and resolve the condition as soon as possible. -
Page 49: Removing And Replacing San I/O Modules
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 Dell M1000e 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 air flow. - Page 50 Slide the SAN I/O Module out of the I/O module bay and set it aside. 8. Insert the replacement SAN I/O Module in the I/O module bay of the Dell M1000e Blade Server Enclosure. You must complete this step within 60 seconds.
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Page 51: Removing And Replacing Sfp+ Transceivers And Cables
11. (Optional) Reconnect the RJ-45 Ethernet cable that you disconnected in step 4. 12. Establish a connection to the Dell M1000e Blade Server Enclosure from the Chassis Management Controller (CMC). Removing and replacing SFP+ transceivers and cables 1. -
Page 52: Switch Management
Refer to the Brocade Fabric OS Command Reference Manual for supported commands. From the Dell M1000e Blade Server Enclosure CMC, you can connect to the SAN I/O Module by: • Entering the connect switch-x command at the command prompt, which connects by way of an internal serial port. -
Page 53: Upgrading Or Downgrading Firmware
Use the “admin” account to log in to the switch for the first time and to perform the basic configuration tasks. The default password for all of these accounts is “password”. Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002576-02... -
Page 54: Changing The Default Account Password At Login
For specific instructions about how to back up a configuration, refer to the Brocade Fabric OS Administrator’s Guide. For detailed information about the commands used in backing up a configuration, refer to the Brocade Fabric OS Command Reference. Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002576-02... -
Page 55: Locating The Serial Number Information
Before contacting service support, be sure to obtain the SAN I/O Module serial number. NOTE When contacting service support, you will also need the Dell service tag. The service tag label is located on the outside of SAN I/O Module; however, the label is not visible when the SAN I/O Module is inserted in the Dell M1000e Blade Server Enclosure. - Page 56 Locating the serial number information Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002576-02...
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Page 57: San I/O Module Specifications
Weight and physical dimensions Dimension Measurement Height 32.48 mm (1.27 in) Width 272.75 mm (10.74 in) Depth 307.24 mm (12.09 in) Weight 2.10 kg (4.65 pounds) without media Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002576-02... -
Page 58: Environmental Specifications
Fabric latency <1.2 µsec with no contention (Native Fabric mode only) Maximum frame size 2112-byte payload Class of service Class 2 Class 3 Class F (interswitch frames) Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002576-02... -
Page 59: Supported Hbas
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at the user’s own expense. Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002576-02... -
Page 60: Bsmi Statement (Taiwan)
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive 89/336/EEC and the Complementary Directives 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC • Low Voltage Directive (LVD) 73/23/EEC and the Complementary Directive 93/68/EEC • EN50082-2/EN55024:1998 (European Immunity Requirements) EN61000-3-2/JEIDA (European and Japanese Harmonics Spec) EN61000-3-3 Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002576-02... -
Page 61: Canadian Requirements
EN60950-1 or latest EN55022 and TUV Type CE marking EN55024 Australia, New Zealand EN55022 or CISPR22 C-Tick mark or AS/NZS CISPR22 Korea KN22 and KN24 KC mark Class A Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002576-02... -
Page 62: Environmental Regulation Compliance
Information products (Decree No. 39 by the Ministry of Information Industry), the following information is provided regarding the names and concentration level of Hazardous substances (HS) which may be contained in this product. Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002576-02... - Page 63 Concentration Limits. O indicates that no such substances are used or that the concentration is within the aforementioned limits. CHINA ROHS (HS/TS) << >> (HS) CR6+ PBDE SJ/T11363-2006 Brocade M6505 16 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002576-02...
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- Page 65 Brocade Network Advisor switchDisable Brocade Web Tools switchShow BSMI statement (Taiwan) configShow command configUpload command configuration backing up configure command connect command connect switch-x command Brocade M6505 16/8 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware User’s Guide 53-1002576-02...
- Page 66 Fibre Channel auto-negotiating ports auto-sensing ports ports Japan Fibre Channel standards compliance regulatory compliance firmwareDownload command Java FSPF firmware upgrades FTP server full model full-duplex Ethernet ports Brocade M6505 16/8 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware User’s Guide 53-1002576-02...
- Page 67 Web Tools port negotiation management tool ports media external multi-mode internal models serial console base speed enterprise Ports on Demand full license multi-mode media Brocade M6505 16/8 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware User’s Guide 53-1002576-02...
- Page 68 RTC battery statement switch management runtime elements Brocade Network Advisor Web Tools switchDisable command , 32, switchShow command system LEDs Brocade M6505 16/8 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware User’s Guide 53-1002576-02...
- Page 69 (see also optical transceivers) translative mode trunking United States regulatory compliance VCCI statement warning indicator web browser Web Tools Java using to connect SAN I/O Module weight wwn command zoning Brocade M6505 16/8 Gbps Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware User’s Guide 53-1002576-02...
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