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HP StorageWorks Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for nl HP BladeSystem c-Class User Guide *5697-0960* Part Number: 5697-0960 First edition: May 2011 - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 2
2011 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. © Copyright 2008, 2011 Brocade Communications Systems, Incorporated The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 3
...14 Port side of the 8Gb SAN Switch 14 Internal ports summary ...15 8Gb SAN Switch redundancy 15 8Gb SAN Switch licensing 15 ISL trunking groups ...16 Supported optional software ...16 Additional software features in HP BladeSystem c-Class Power Pack+ models 17 Supported SFP transceiver - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 4
commands ...29 Verifying the configuration 30 Backing up the configuration 31 3 Managing the 8Gb SAN Switch 33 Management features ...33 Maintaining the 8Gb SAN Switch 34 Installing dust covers in empty ports 34 Replacing an SFP transceiver 34 Diagnostic tests ...35 Powering on and off ...36 - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 5
General specifications ...51 Weight and physical dimensions 52 Environmental requirements ...53 Supported SFPs ...53 Supported HBAs ...53 Glossary 55 Index 63 Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class 5 - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 6
2 8Gb SAN Switch external ports 15 3 Carton contents ...19 4 Releasing the installation handle 21 5 Installing the Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch into an interconnect bay 22 6 Verifying power-on LEDs 23 7 Installing an SFP ...35 8 Identifying LEDs ...36 9 Locating the Reset button 40 10 Class 1 laser - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 7
ports 15 4 Optional software kits 16 5 Optional Long Wave 4Gb SFPs 17 6 HP 8Gb Short Wave B-Series FC SFP+ 1 Pack, order number AJ716A 17 7 HP 4Gb Short Wave B-Series FC SFP 1 Pack, order number AJ715A 17 8 Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch components 19 9 Release mechanism components 21 10 Power - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 8
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/support/manuals Scroll to the storage section of the web page and select Storage Networking for HP StorageWorks products. IMPORTANT: For late-breaking, supplemental information, access the latest version of the HP StorageWorks Fabric OS release notes for the 8Gb SAN Switch. HP BladeSystem c-Class - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 10
(1-800-474-6836). This service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For continuous quality improvement, calls may be recorded or monitored. • If you have purchased a Care Pack (service upgrade), call 1-800-633-3600. For more information about Care Packs, refer to the HP website: nl http://www - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 11
HP websites For additional information, see the following HP websites: • http://www.hp.com • http://www.hp.com/go/storage • http://www.hp.com/service_locator • http://www.docs.hp.com • http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/prodserv/servers.html Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class 11 - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 12
Documentation feedback HP welcomes your feedback. To make comments and suggestions about product documentation, please send a message to [email protected]. All submissions become the property of HP. 12 About this guide - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 13
Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class (referred to in the rest of this manual as the 8Gb SAN Switch) is a Fibre Channel (FC) switch that supports link speeds of up to 8 Gbps. The 8Gb SAN Switch can operate in a fabric containing multiple switches or as the only switch in a fabric. NOTE - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 14
switch configurations in c-Class BladeSystem • Hot code activation • Real-time clock • SFP port monitoring Component identification Figure 1 and Table 2 identify the physical components of the 8Gb SAN Switch. Figure 1 Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch components . Table 2 Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch components - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 15
Models and their specific licenses are as follows: • Brocade 8/12 SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class, base, integrating 12 active ports (in any combination of internal/external ports) and two short-wavelength SFPs. Software components include a Full Fabric license, the Advanced Web Tools GUI and - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 16
24 SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class, base, integrating 24 active ports (16 internal and 8 external) and four short-wavelength SFPs. Software components include a Full Fabric license, Advanced Web Tools GUI, and Zoning software • Brocade 8/24 Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class, Power Pack - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 17
8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class Power Pack+, it includes the following optional software: • ISL Trunking • Fabric Watch • Advanced Performance Monitoring • Extended Fabrics For information on any of these features, refer to the latest version of the HP StorageWorks Fabric OS administrator - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 18
Distance 2Gb performance 1Gb performance OM2 Cable 300 meters 500 meters OM3 Cable 500 meters 860 meters 18 Overview - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 19
SWL) 8Gb SFPs, (in styrofoam packing) • One Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch; models include: • Brocade 8/12 SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class with twelve active ports • Brocade 8/24 SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class with sixteen internal and eight external active ports • Brocade 8/24 SAN Switch Power - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 20
8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class installation instructions Installation and safety considerations The 8Gb SAN Switch installs in the I/O bays in the rear of the HP BladeSystem c-Class enclosure. Refer to the appropriate BladeSystem Enclosure Setup and Installation Guide for specific - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 21
components Item Description 1 Installation handle in latched position 2 Handle latch 3 Installation handle (released) NOTE: The Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch is a hot-pluggable device. The enclosure power may be on or off during installation. Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class 21 - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 22
that the switch type matches the mezzanine cards present on the servers. If there is no mismatch, the OA powers up the switch. If the switch does not power up, check the enclosure and switch status with the OA web interface. Refer to the HP BladeSystem Onboard Administrator User Guide. 22 Setup - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 23
to the active OA. 2. Enable EBIPA for the corresponding interconnect bay. 3. Click Apply to restart the switch. 4. Verify the IP address using a Telnet or SSH login to the switch, or by selecting the switch in the OA GUI Rack Overview window. Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class 23 - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 24
NOTE: Refer to the HP BladeSystem Onboard Administrator user guide for additional information on EBIPA. Using external DHCP To set the Ethernet IP address using external DHCP: 1. Connect to the active OA with a web browser. 2. Document the DHCP-assigned address by selecting the switch from the OA - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 25
CLI, refer to the Onboard Administrator Command Line Interface user guide for your specific enclosure, available at http://www.hp.com. Configure the 8Gb SAN Switch The 8Gb SAN Switch must be configured to ensure correct operation within a network and fabric. For instructions about configuring - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 26
login prompt displays when the Telnet connection locates the switch in the network. 3. Enter the user name, using the administrative account admin. 4. Enter the password. The default password is password. NOTE: You can run up to two simultaneous admin sessions and four user sessions. If you have not - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 27
nl Full Fabric NOTE: For more information about the CLI, refer to the latest version of the Fabric OS command reference guide. Modifying the FC domain ID (optional) If desired, you can modify the FC domain ID. The default FC domain ID is domain 1. If the 8Gb SAN Switch is not powered on until after - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 28
not already done so, connect to the switch and log in as admin as described in Connect to the Command Line Interface, page 26. 2. Issue the switchEnable command. All Fibre Channel ports that pass the Power-on Self Test (POST) are enabled. If the switch has interswitch links (ISLs) to a fabric, it - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 29
switch No POD licenses are installed Dynamic POD method is in use 12 port assignments are provisioned for use in this switch: 12 port assignments are provisioned by the base switch license *6 port assignments added if the 1st POD license is installed Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 30
14, 19 20, 21, 22, 23 Example for Brocade 8/24 SAN Switch cp081044:admin> licenseport --show 24 ports are available in this switch Full POD license is installed Dynamic POD method is in use 24 port assignments are provisioned for use in this switch: 12 port assignments are provisioned by the base 12 - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 31
To back up the switch configuration to an FTP server, enter configupload and follow the prompts. The configupload command copies the switch configuration to the server, making it available for downloading to a replacement switch, if necessary. Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class 31 - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 32
32 Setup - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 33
a list of Fibre Channel hosts supported by the 8Gb SAN Switch, contact your HP representative. Table 11 8Gb SAN Switch management features Management tool Out-of-band support In-band support CLI-Run up to two admin sessions and four user sessions simultaneously. For more information, refer to the - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 34
(wire handle) to release the transceiver. 4. Grasp the bail, and gently but firmly pull the transceiver out of the port. 5. Repeat this procedure for the remaining ports as required. To install a replacement SFP: 1. Make sure that the bail is in the unlocked position. 34 Managing the 8Gb SAN Switch - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 35
receive speed of the links during diagnostic testing. For information about specific diagnostic tests, refer to the latest version of the HP StorageWorks Fabric OS administrator guide, or enter help followed by the name of the diagnostic test. Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class 35 - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 36
from the switch, remove the 8Gb SAN Switch from the enclosure interconnect bay. NOTE: Each time the 8Gb SAN Switch is powered on, its settings are restored to the last saved configuration. Interpreting LED activity You can monitor switch activity and status by checking 8Gb SAN Switch LEDs. There - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 37
loopback (diagnostic). second) No action required. Flickering green Port is online with traffic flowing through port. No action required. Steady amber Port is receiving light or signal carrier, but is not yet online. No action required. Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class 37 - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 38
Port is bypassed. Check configuration of FC loop. POST and boot specifications POST is a system check that is performed each time the switch is powered on, rebooted, or reset. During POST, the LEDs flash different colors. Any errors that occur during POST are listed in the error log. The 8Gb SAN - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 39
firmware from the web to another computer (like an FTP server): NOTE: Web retrieval procedures may be subject to change. 1. Go to the Support section, located on the far right side of the web page. Click Software and Drivers. 2. Locate the Tasks for Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 40
the HP website: nl http://www.hp.com/support/manuals To access the guides, scroll to the storage section of the web page, and select Storage Networking for HP StorageWorks products. In addition to these guides, refer to the Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP c Class BladeSystem-Setup, Configuration and - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 41
Change the password when prompted by the switch. 9. To restore the configuration, you must disable the switch with the CLI, the integrated Web Tools GUI, or the optional Fabric Manager GUI. NOTE: If using the CLI, enter switchDisable at the prompt. Refer to the Fabric OS command reference guide for - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 42
IMPORTANT: HP recommends upgrading all switches in the enclosure to the latest available firmware. Check http://www.hp.com for updates. 42 Managing the 8Gb SAN Switch - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 43
not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications . When requesting compliance information for this product, always refer to this RMN. The Regulatory Model Number should not Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class 43 - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 44
the laser product's installation guide may result in hazardous HP authorized service technicians to repair the laser device. Certification and classification information This product contains a laser internal to the fiber optic (FO) transceiver for connection to the Fibre Channel communications port - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 45
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. European union regulatory notice BSMI notice Japanese notice Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class 45 - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 46
for this product. For more information about battery replacement or proper disposal, contact an HP authorized service provider. WARNING! Your switch contains an internal lithium manganese dioxide, a vanadium pentoxide, or an alkaline battery pack. There is risk of fire and burns if the battery - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 47
power cords so that they will not be walked on and cannot be pinched by items placed upon or against them. Pay particular attention to the plug, electrical outlet, and the point where the cords exit from the product. Japanese power cord statement Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 48
48 Regulatory compliance and safety - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 49
do not have any of the suggested equipment for proper grounding, have an HP authorized reseller install the part. NOTE: For more information on static electricity, or for assistance with product installation, contact your HP authorized reseller. Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class 49 - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 50
50 Electrostatic discharge - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 51
Environmental requirements, page 53 • Supported SFPs, page 53 • Supported HBAs, page 53 General specifications Table 18 lists general specifications for the 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class. Table 18 General specifications Specification Configurable port types Description F_Port, FL_Port - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 52
shared-memory switch FC-PH (FC Physical and Signalling Interface standard) FC Class 2, Class 3, and Class F 2112-byte Less than 2 microseconds with no contention (destination port is free) Weight and physical dimensions nl Table 19 lists physical properties. Table 19 8Gb SAN Switch physical - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 53
of HBAs that have been tested and are known to work with the SAN switches, refer to the latest version of the HP StorageWorks SAN design reference guide at the HP website: nl http://h18000.www1.hp.com/products/storageworks/san/documentation.html. Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class 53 - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 54
54 SAN Switch technical specifications - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 55
address information, domain ID, and other information. Modifiable by any login with administrative privileges. May also refer to a set of zones. CRC Cyclic redundancy check. A check for transmission errors that is included in every data frame. Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class 55 - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 56
to hosts and devices. May also be called a switched fabric. The unique identifier assigned to a fabric and communicated during login and port discovery. Fibre Channel Industry Association. An international organization of FC industry professionals. Among other things, provides oversight of ANSI - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 57
A set of trunked ISLs is called a trunking group; the ports in a trunking group are called trunking ports. An E_Port that is online but not operational due to overlapping domain IDs or nonidentical parameters (such as E_D_TOVs). See also E_D_TOV. Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class 57 - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 58
services LIP LM_TOV loop failure Loop_ID loop initialization LPSM LWL Loop port. A node port (NL_Port) or fabric port , or reset a node. See also AL_PA. Loop port state machine supports link speeds up to 2 Gb/s. May also refer to the type of transceiver. See also SWL. master port MIB The port - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 59
-test. A series of diagnostic tests run by a switch after it is powered on. primary FCS switch Primary Fabric Configuration Server switch. The switch that actively manages the configuration and security parameters for all switches in the fabric. Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class 59 - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 60
adjacent ports that share a common pool of frame buffers. Resource servicing entity. With respect to a fabric, the communication path between two switches. May also apply to the specific path taken by an individual frame from source to destination. The assignment of frames to specific switch ports - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 61
. See also defined zone configuration, enabled zone configuration. zone configuration A specified set of zones. Enabling a configuration enables all zones in that configuration. See also defined zone configuration, enabled zone configuration. Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class 61 - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 62
62 Glossary - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 63
, 37 LED patterns, 37 licenseshow, 27 long wavelength, see LWL, 13 M management station, 34 P port configurable types, 13 speed, 13 port LED patterns, 37 POST, 38 POST results, 39 POST specifications, 38 Power Pack, 16 R related documentation, 9 Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class 63 - HP Brocade 8/12c | Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class user guide - Page 64
S SAN Switch configuration, 25 installing, 20 licensing, 15 maintenance, 34 management features, 33 port diagram, 14 power, 36 SFP transceiver, 25 removing, 34 SFP transceivers supported, 53 shipping carton contents, 19 SNMP applications, 33 specifications environmental requirements, 53 general, 51
HP StorageWorks
Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for
nl
HP BladeSystem c-Class
User Guide
*5697-0960*
Part Number: 5697-0960
First edition: May 2011