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53-1001082-01 September 29, 2008 M5424 Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 2
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2 Configuring the SAN I/O Module Items required 9 Modify the SAN I/O Module IP address 10 Using the SAN I/O Module CLI to set the IP address 10 Using the CMC CLI to set the IP address 11 Using the CMC GUI to set the IP address 12 Brocade M5424 SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual iii - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 4
the SAN I/O Module 23 SAN I/O Module specifications Access Gateway Mode default port mapping 25 Processor and memory specifications 25 Weight and physical dimensions 26 Facility requirements 26 Electrical 27 Architectural specification 27 Supported HBAs 27 Fibre Channel standards compliance - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 5
reference manual written for SAN administrators using Blade Servers that support the Brocade M5424 Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module. It provides information on installing, configuring, and maintaining of the Brocade M5424 SAN I/O Module. NOTE Throughout this document, the Brocade M5424 SAN I/O Module is - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 6
addresses Identifies document titles code text Identifies CLI output Identifies command syntax examples For readability, command names in the narrative portions of this guide are exclusive. Example: --show -mode egress | ingress vi M5424 SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001082-01 - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 7
Dell, Inc. Microsoft Corporation Sun Microsystems, Inc. Red Hat Inc. Novell, Inc Referenced Trademarks and Products PowerEdge Windows, Windows 2000, Windows 2003, Windows XP Solaris Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) SUSE Linux Enterprise Server (SLES) M5424 SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 8
Watch Administrator's Guide Brocade M5424 Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module • Brocade M5424 Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual (this document). • Brocade M5424 QuickStart Guide. • Brocade release notes for Fabric OS version supported by the Brocade Brocade M5424 SAN I/O Module. For - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 9
resource information, visit the Technical Committee T11 Web site. This Web site provides interface standards for high-performance and mass storage applications for Fibre Channel, storage management, as well as other applications: M5424 SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual ix 53-1001082-01 - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 10
Support contract number, if applicable • SAN I/O Module model • SAN I/O Module operating system version • Error numbers and messages received • supportSave command output • Detailed description of the problem and specific questions • Description of any troubleshooting steps already performed - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 11
-port Fibre Channel module with 8 external ports and 16 internal ports that installs in a Dell PowerEdge M1000e Blade Server Enclosure. Although the product may ship with a specific number of ports enabled, it can upgraded to 24 ports through Ports on Demand (POD) licensing. These ports support link - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 12
. See "Interpreting LED activity" on page 22 for details about the SAN I/O Module LEDs. Access Gateway mode • Up to 8 autosensing (2, 4, and 8 Gbps) Fibre Channel ports. These are universal and self-configuring ports capable of becoming the following types: - F_Port (fabric enabled) - N_Port (fabric - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 13
in the SAN I/O Module, however all SFPs must be Brocade-branded. • One serial Module supports two licensing methods: static and dynamic (module default). • For Dynamic POD, 12 licenses are available for the first 12 active ports. Ports 17 and 18 are licensed at the factory. The remaining 10 licenses - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 14
status LED 5. Server management LED 6. SAN I/O Module handle The nonport (SAN I/O Module status) LEDs, shown as item 3 of Figure 1, display SAN I/O Module-level information as shown in Figure 2. FIGURE 2 Other status LEDs 3 12 4 M5424 SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001082-01 - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 15
. You do not need to line up the SAN I/O Module as it will seat correctly when the insertion arm is closed. When the SAN I/O Module is inserted, the backplane connectors activate a connection port, allowing the SAN I/O Module to be configured in the Blade Server Enclosure. FIGURE 3 Nonport side - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 16
attached switch supports an 8-port trunk. The ports can also form 2-port, 3-port, 4-port trunks, or.a 5-port or7-port trunk. For details about Brocade ISL Trunking, see the Brocade Fabric OS Procedures Guide. NOTE Only the external ports are available for trunking. 6 M5424 SAN I/O Module Hardware - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 17
• ISL Trunking • Advanced Performance Monitoring 1. included with the SAN I/O Module • Fabric Watch • Fabric Manager • Port on Demand (POD) licensing • Support for Brocade Fabric Access API and API Scripting Toolkit Access Gateway Mode • Fabric/Switch License • Brocade AG (N_Port) Trunking For - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 18
all external ports to fabric connections before bringing the SAN I/O Module online. Refer to Chapter 2, "Configuring the SAN I/O Module," for steps on modifying the IP address. Begin by cabling ports 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, and 0. Ports 17 and 18 are licensed at the factory as part of Dynamic - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 19
configuration procedures that use SAN I/O Module Command Line Interface (CLI) and the Web Tools application. For details refer to the Web Tools Administrator's Guide, Access Gateway Administrator's Guide, and Fabric OS Command Reference Manual. If the same operation can be performed using the Blade - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 20
255.255.255.0. Reset the IP address using three methods. If the IP values are set using either of these methods, the IP values are stored on the SAN I/O Module. • SAN I/O Module Command Line Interface (CLI). • Blade Server Enclosure CMC CLI. • Blade Server Enclosure CMC graphical user interface (GUI - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 21
, the port status and SAN I/O Module power and status LEDs return to a standard healthy state. 2. Enter the CLI ipAddrSet command. Follow on-screen instructions and supply the correct information, as shown in the following example. switch:admin> ipaddrset Ethernet IP Address [10.77.77.77]:10.32 - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 22
I/O Module IP address • Switch-6 for SAN I/O module installed in bay C2. 3. At the login prompt, enter the user name as admin and password as password. 4. Use the appropriate CLI commands to change the IP address of the selected SAN I/O module. Refer to your Blade Server Enclosure CLI documentation - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 23
to the Ethernet network Once you have successfully set the appropriate IP address of the SAN I/O Module, you can establish an Ethernet connection through the Chassis Management Controller (CMC) to a remote management workstation for any additional configuration. The management workstation must be on - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 24
easily, ensure that it is correctly oriented and that the end caps have been removed. The cables used in trunking groups must meet specific requirements. For a list of these requirements, see the Fabric OS Administrator's Guide. 14 M5424 SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001082-01 - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 25
tool that transparently connects hosts to the fabric. Configure your SAN I/O Module to run in Access Gateway mode using the following instructions. You can log into the SAN I/O Module and enable Access Gateway mode using either Web Tools or the SAN I/O Module command line interface (CLI). Notes - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 26
browser. 2. Enter the IP address of the SAN I/O Module into the Address field of the Web browser. See the Web Tools Administrator's Guide for more information on using Web Tools. 3. Log into Web Tools using the default administrative account. Login: admin Password: password 4. From the Fabric Tree - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 27
12 ports. Add optional POD licenses using either Brocade Web Tools or a Telnet connection; do not use the Blade Server Enclosure CMC software. Ports on Demand is ready to be unlocked in the SAN I/O Module firmware. A POD license might be supplied with SAN I/O Module software, or you can purchase - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 28
must be connected to the same network as the SAN I/O Module. 2. Enter the IP address of the SAN I/O Module in the address field and press Enter. For more information about using Web Tools, see the Web Tools Administrator's Guide. 18 M5424 SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001082 - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 29
Brocade-branded SFPs in the SAN I/O Module. If the SAN I/O Module is connected to a device, but is unable to negotiate the signaling rate, the operator can manually set the speed of each port through the management interfaces. The SAN I/O Module is compliant with current Fibre Channel standards - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 30
I/O Module Operating system support Brocade Fabric OS has no specific host OS dependencies. The Fabric OS in the switches allows for any Fibre Channel-compliant device to attach to switches as long as it conforms to the standards for device login, name service, and related Fibre Channel features - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 31
that the LEDs are not set to beacon. Use the SAN I/O Module CLI switchShow command or Web Tools to verify the LED state. For information about how to turn beaconing on and off, see the Fabric OS Administrator's Guide or the Web Tools Administrator's Guide. 2. Use the Blade Server Enclosure's Chassis - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 32
operation and power supply is functioning. properly. Power is supplied by the Blade Server Enclosure. Controlled by the Blade Server Enclosure's CMC. For details, refer to the Hardware Owner's Manual for Blade Server Enclosure. 22 M5424 SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001082-01 - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 33
to ensure that a complete configuration is available for downloading to a replacement SAN I/O Module. 2. Stop all SAN activity requiring the ports used by the SAN I/O Module. For details about port management, refer to your Blade Server Enclosure Hardware Owner's Manual. Verify that there is no - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 34
the Blade Server Enclosure to remove and replace the SAN I/O module from the enclosure. . ATTENTION If you are not replacing the SAN I/O Module, use a filler panel to fill the empty slot to maintain proper air flow. Do not leave the slot empty. 24 M5424 SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53 - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 35
. Access Gateway Mode default port mapping The M5424 SAN I/O Module can contain 24 total ports. Of these, F_Ports are ports 1-16 and N_Ports are ports 0 and 17-23. In Access Gateway mode, the SAN I/O Module F_Ports are mapped to N_Ports. This following lists the factory-default F_Port to N_Port - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 36
and non-operating limitations of the Brocade M5424 Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module SAN I/O Module. TABLE 7 Condition Environmental Requirements Operating 30°C) Ambient: Approx. 3CFM None required 104°F (40°C) Ambient: Approx. 9CFM 26 M5424 SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001082-01 - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 37
Notification (RSCN) Supported HBAs For a complete list of interoperable hardware, visit the Brocade Connect Web site at: http://www.brocadeconnect.com and follow the links to the latest compatibility matrix. From the main page, select Technical Resource Center, then Documentation Library. Finally - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 38
and a list of supported HBAs, refer to your Dell PowerEdge documentation. Fibre Channel standards compliance The SAN I/O Module switch meets or exceeds the Fibre Channel standards for compliance, performance, and feature capabilities as defined in the Brocade standards compliance list. This - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 39
BSMI statement (Republic of Taiwan) Regulatory compliance A M5424 SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 29 53-1001082-01 - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 40
, Inc. and comply with the FDA Class 1 radiation performance requirements defined in 21 CFR Subchapter I, and with IEC 825-2. Optical products that do not comply with these standards might emit light that is hazardous to the eyes. 30 M5424 SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001082-01 - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 41
that Brocade provides with respect to its products as set forth in the applicable contract between Brocade and its customer. Brocade hereby operating manual of the product. EPUP EPUP FRU Brocade Brocade CD Br ocade EPUP M5424 SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 31 - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 42
Fibre Channel X O O Switch PCBA cards X O O SFPs (optical X O O cable connectors) Sheet Metal X O O Mechanical X O O brackets and Slides Software/ O O O Documentation is within the aforementioned limits. 32 M5424 SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001082-01 - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 43
certifications Table 10 lists the safety and EMC (electromagnetic compatibility) specifications for which the Switch is certified. TABLE 10 EMC certifications Country Safety EN55022 Class A EN 61000-3-2 Harmonics (JEIDA Limits) M5424 SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 33 53-1001082-01 - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 44
.22-99 (Class A) GOST R 51318.24-99 GOST R 51317.3.2-99 GOST R 51317.3.3-99 CNS13438 EN55022 Class A FCC Part 15, Subpart B (CFR title 47), Class A 34 M5424 SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001082-01 - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 45
commands ag --help, 17 ag --mapshow, 17 ag --modeEnable, 17 configUpload, 15, 17 configure, 13 connect, 11 connect switch-x, 11 errShow, 21 fabricShow, 15 ipAddrSet, 11 switchDisable, 13, 16 switchShow, 15, 21 compact flash, 25 compatibility matrix, 6 M5424 SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 46
, 21 IP address modify using CMC CLI, 11 modify using CMC GUI, 12 modify using module CLI, 10 modifying default, 10 ipAddrSet command, 11 ISL, 6 trunking, 2, 6 trunking groups, 6 K kernel, 25 kernel flash, 25 L labeling, 5 laser compliance, 30 LED, 2, 21, 22 LED activity interpreting, 22 license key - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 47
, 26 supported HBAs, 27 supported SFP, 6 switchDisable command, 13, 16 switchShow command, 15, 21 SWL, 6 T temperature, 26 terminal session with I/O module, 10 trunking, 6 U unpacking the SAN I/O Module, 7 V VCCI statement, 28 vibration, 26 M5424 SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001082 - Dell Brocade M5424 | Brocade M5424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Referenc - Page 48
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