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    53-1002449-01 ® 15 December 2011 Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual
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    set forth any warranty, expressed or implied, concerning any equipment, equipment feature, or service offered or to be offered by Brocade. Brocade 3891 2111 E-mail: [email protected] Document History Document title Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual Publication number 53-1002449-01
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    Document In this chapter vii How this document is organized vii Supported hardware and software vii Document conventions viii Text formatting viii Standalone installation for a Brocade 6505 7 Cabinet installation for a Brocade 6505 8 Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual iii 53-1002449-01
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    address 9 Date and time settings 10 Brocade Inter-Switch Link Trunking 13 Brocade Switch Status Policy 13 Fabric OS Native and Access Gateway modes 13 Disabling and enabling Access Gateway mode 14 Brocade 6505 Operation In this chapter 17 Powering the Brocade 6505 on and off 17 LED activity
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    Canadian requirements 40 Laser compliance 40 Electrical cautions 40 RTC battery 40 Electrical safety 40 Regulatory certifications 41 Environmental regulation compliance 42 China RoHS 42 Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual v 53-1002449-01
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    vi Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002449-01
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    " provides an overview of the Brocade 6505 switch, a feature list, and a look at the appearance of the switch. • Chapter 2, "Brocade 6505 Installation and Configuration" provides the information needed to install the switch in your network. • Chapter 3, "Brocade 6505 Operation" discusses the day-to
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    command syntax examples For readability, command names in the narrative portions of this guide are presented in mixed lettercase: for example, switchShow. In actual examples, , and sample output, see the Fabric OS Command Reference. viii Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002449-01
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    hazardous to you or cause damage to hardware, firmware, software, or data. DANGER A Danger statement indicates Brocade resources" on page x for instructions on accessing MyBrocade. For definitions of SAN-specific terms, visit the Storage Networking Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual ix 53
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    , firmware, and software support, including product repairs and part ordering. To expedite your call, have the following information available: 1. General Information • Switch model • Switch operating system version • Error numbers and messages received x Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53
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    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 • syslog message logs 2. Brocade 6505 serial number The switch serial number and corresponding bar code
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    xii Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002449-01
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    of the Brocade 6505 3 •Nonport side of the Brocade 6505 4 Brocade 6505 overview The Brocade 6505 is a 24-port auto-sensing 2, 4, 8, or 16 Gbps Fibre Channel (FC) switch that delivers the latest Brocade single-chip architecture for Fibre Channel Storage Area Networks (SANs). The Brocade 6505 is
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    to 800 nanoseconds through the use of cut-through frame routing at 16 Gbps. Platform components • A system motherboard that features a PowerPC 440EPx Reduced Instruction Set Computer (RISC) CPU running at 667 MHz, with integrated peripherals. 2 Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002449-01
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    Port side of the Brocade 6505 1 • 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
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    is shown. 1 2 345 6 7 1 Filler panel 2 Power supply and fan assembly #1 3 Power supply and fan assembly LED 4 On/off switch 5 Power plug receptacle (with plug retainer) 6 Captive screw 7 Handle FIGURE 2 Nonport side of the Brocade 6505 4 Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002449-01
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    adapter - One 6 foot power cord - Rubber feet, required for setting up the switch as a standalone unit - Brocade 6505 EZSwitchSetup poster - EZSwitchSetup CD Installation and safety considerations You can install the Brocade 6505 switch in the following ways: • As a standalone unit on a flat surface
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    one of these kits. Do not use standard rails to install the Brocade 6505 in a rack; they will not fit with the switch. • The equipment in the cabinet is grounded through a reliable under no tensile load, that minimum is 3.0 cm (1.2 in.). 6 Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002449-01
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    , configuring, and connecting the Brocade 6505 for use in a network and fabric: • A workstation Brocade 6505" on page 5. Verify the items are present and undamaged. 2. Apply the adhesive rubber feet. Applying the rubber feet onto the switch helps prevent the switch from sliding off the supporting
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    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." Cabinet installation for a Brocade 6505 Follow the installation instructions shipped with the appropriate rack mount kit
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    you can use a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server to set the IP address of the switch. DHCP is enabled by default. The Brocade 6505 supports both IPv4 and IPv6. Using DHCP to set the IP address When using DHCP, the Brocade 6505 obtains its IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway
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    the date and time; a Brocade 6505 with an incorrect date and time value still functions properly. However, because the date and time are used for logging, error detection, and troubleshooting, you should set them correctly. Time zones You can set the time zone for the switch by name. You can select
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    fabric will not be possible to switches earlier than Fabric OS v5.3.0 because IPv6 is supported for Fabric OS v5.3.0 and later. The switch. The following procedure describes how to set the current time zone to Central Standard time using timezonename mode. Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual
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    .131 switch:admin> The following example shows how to set up more than one NTP server using a DNS name: switch:admin> tsclockserver "10.32.170.1;10.32.170.2;ntp.localdomain.net" Updating Clock Server configuration...done. Updated with the NTP servers 12 Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53
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    Brocade ISL Trunking, see the Fabric OS Administrator's Guide. Brocade Switch Status Policy Brocade switch status policy is a feature that monitors different switch you configure an IP address using instructions under "Switch IP address"). Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 13 53-1002449-01
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    Brocade Access Gateway Administrator's Guide. - For specific instructions Brocade Access Gateway Administrator's Guide. NOTE Access Gateway cannot be connected directly into an array; it requires a fabric to support NPIV. • Fabric OS features available to the Brocade 6505 depend on whether the switch
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    enabled when the switch is in a disabled state. 3. Enter ag --modeDisable to disable Access Gateway mode. 4. Enter the ag --modeshow command to verify that Access Gateway mode is disabled. switch:admin> ag --modeshow Access Gateway mode is NOT enabled Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 15 53
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    2 Fabric OS Native and Access Gateway modes 16 Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002449-01
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    the TERM signal switch:root> Unmounting all filesystems. The system is halted flushing ide devices: hda Power down. 2. Set the AC power switches to O. All devices are returned to their initial state the next time the switch is powered on. Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 17 53-1002449
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    problem unless the LEDs do not indicate a healthy state after all boot processes and diagnostic tests are complete. Brocade 6505 LEDs The Brocade 6505 switch on each power supply on the non-port side of the switch. LED locations Figure 3 shows the LEd locations on the port side of the Brocade 6505
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    port status LED (port 4) 3 Ethernet port activity LED (amber) 7 FC port 0 4 Ethernet port speed LED (green) 8 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. Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 19 53-1002449-01
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    the switch. 1 1 Power supply and fan assembly #1 status LED FIGURE 4 LEDs on the nonport side of Brocade 6505 LED patterns log for details on the cause of status. Contact your switch service provider. Port speed is 10 Mbps. No action required. Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002449-01
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    on the cause of the failure. Contact Technical Support if necessary. Steady green Online. No action required . POST and boot specifications When the switch is turned on or rebooted, the switch performs power-on self-test (POST). Manual. Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 21 53-1002449-01
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    successful, the switch did not successfully complete POST. Contact your switch supplier for repair. 3. Review the switch error log for errors. Any errors detected during POST are written to the error log, accessible through the errShow command. 22 Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002449
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    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
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    Diagnostic tests In addition to POST, Fabric OS includes diagnostic tests to help you troubleshoot the hardware and firmware. This includes tests of internal connections and circuitry, fixed media, and the transceivers and cables in use. 24 Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002449-01
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    . TABLE 3 Management options for the Brocade 6505 switch Management tool Out-of-band support In-band support Command line interface (CLI) For more information, refer to the Fabric OS Administrator's Guide and the Fabric OS Command Reference Manual. Brocade Web Tools For information, refer to
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    3 Brocade 6505 management 26 Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002449-01
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    servicing. The field-replaceable units (FRUs) in the Brocade 6505 can be removed and replaced without special tools. The Brocade 6505 sets fan speed and measures the speed through the tachometer interface. The base model Brocade 6505 has Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 27 53-1002449-01
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    assembly LED 4 On/off switch 5 Power plug receptacle (with plug retainer) 6 Thumbscrew 7 Handle FIGURE 7 Nonport side of the Brocade 6505 CAUTION Disassembling any part of the power supply voids the part warranty and regulatory certifications. There are no user-serviceable parts inside the power
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    switched off - flashing for ~ 5 seconds, then off • The power cable is disconnected - flashing for ~ 5 seconds, then off • The power supply and fan assembly has failed NOTE: When the Brocade 6505 : 1 Fan Direction: Time Awake: Forward 0 days Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 29 53-1002449-01
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    assembly from a Brocade 6505. 1. If the Brocade 6505 has only one power supply and fan assembly, then the switch must be powered off prior to replacing the assembly. If the Brocade 6505 has two the part number on the assembly just removed. 30 Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002449-01
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    in a Brocade 6505. CAUTION The power supply switch must be in the off position (on/off sawitch switched to the O symbol( when inserting it in the chassis. Damage to the switch could result that it is correctly oriented before continuing. Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 31 53-1002449-01
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    on the unit by switching the AC power switch to the I symbol. 6. Verify that the LED on the new power supply and fan assembly displays a steady green light while the Brocade 6505 is operating. If the viewed using the Web Tools application. 32 Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002449-01
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    42 Weight and physical dimensions Table 5 lists the weight and dimensions of the Brocade 6505. TABLE 5 Physical specifications Dimension Value Height 1U or 4.3 cm (1.7 in facilities requirements that must be met for the Brocade 6505. Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 33 53-1002449-01
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    All equipment in cabinet grounded through a reliable branch circuit connection. • Additional weight of switch not to exceed the cabinet's weight limits. • Cabinet secured to ensure stability in 10% to 90% RH non-condensing, at 70ºC (158ºF) 34 Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002449-01
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    with no contention (destination port is free) An aggregate switching capacity of 210??? million frames per second (for Class and cable types. TABLE 10 Supported optics, speeds, cables, and .) Single mode media (9 microns) N/A N/A N/A Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 35 53-1002449-01
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    on the port side of the switch. The Brocade 6505 uses an RJ45 connector for the serial port. An RJ45-to-DB9 adapter is also provided with the switch. NOTE To protect the serial port from damage, keep the cover on the port when not in use. 36 Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002449-01
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    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. Table 12 lists the serial cable pinouts. TABLE 12 Serial cable pinouts PIN Signal Description 1 Not supported 2 Not supported 3 UART1_TXD
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    , and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, might cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this arise. When such trouble occurs, the user might be required to take corrective actions. 38 Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002449-01
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    statement ATTENTION This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product might cause radio interference, and the user might be required to take corrective measures. Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 39 53-1002449-01
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    and Japanese Harmonics Spec) • EN61000 switch supplier if the real-time clock begins to lose time. Electrical safety CAUTION This switch might have more than one power cord. To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect both power cords before servicing. 40 Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual
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    certifications Table 14 lists the regulatory compliance standards for which the Brocade 6505 is certified. TABLE 14 Regulatory compliance standards Country Standards Agency mark GOST mark KCC mark Class A CCC logo BSMI mark Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 41 53-1002449-01
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    compliance requirements for the Brocade 6505 switch. China RoHS The Brocade provides with respect to its products as set forth in the applicable contract between Brocade and its customer. Brocade with the operating manual of the product. EPUP EPUP FRU Brocade Brocade CD Br
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    Environmental regulation compliance A Toxic / Hazardous Substances and Elements Table Fiber Channel Switch / Fan, Blower Assemblies PCBA Cards (HBA) Host Bus Adapter (HBA /T 113632006. FIGURE 9 Toxic/hazardous substances and elements table Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 43 53-1002449-01
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    A Environmental regulation compliance 44 Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002449-01
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    Advanced Web Tools, 25 Brocade Network Advisor, 25 BSMI statement (Taiwan), 39 C cabinet considerations, 6 cable bending limit, 6 cable management, 6 Canadian requirements, 40 CE statement, 40 China RoHS, 42 CLI see command line interface Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002449-01 command
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    , 3 event date and time, 10 extended distance support, 2 F facility requirements, 33 fans, 4 fans POST results, 22 inter-switch link see ISL ipaddrset, 9 46 ISL feature, 2 trunking, 13 items included with the Brocade 6505, 5 K KCC statement , 37 Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002449-01
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    and Serviceability see RAS requirements environmental, 34 facility, 33 RTC battery, 40 S safety standards, 41 safety, electrical, 40 serial port specifications, 36 setting tsTimeZone command, 12 U unicast, 2 USB port, 3 V VCCI statement, 38 Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 47 53-1002449-01
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    W wavelength support, 2 weight, 33 Z zoning, 2 48 Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002449-01
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