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Brocade 4424 Blade Server  
SAN I/O Module  
Hardware Reference Manual  
 
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About this document  
This document is a hardware reference manual, written for SAN administrators who are using any  
Blade Server that supports the Brocade 4424 Blade Server Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module. It  
provides the information needed to understand the installation, configuration, and maintenance of  
the Brocade 4424 SAN I/O Module.  
NOTE  
Through this document, the Brocade 4424 SAN I/O Module is referred to as the SAN I/O Module.  
How this document is organized  
This document is organized to help you find information that you need as quickly as possible. The  
document contains the following components:  
Chapter 1, “Introducing the SAN I/O Module,” describes the SAN I/O Module and explains its  
basic concepts and features. This chapter also provides instructions for unpacking the SAN I/O  
Module from its shipping container, references to the appropriate publication for installing the  
module into the Blade Server Enclosure, and Fibre Channel port cabling guidelines.  
Chapter 2, “Configuring the SAN I/O Module” describes how to change the SAN I/O Module’s IP  
address, connect the module to the Ethernet network and fabric, change between Access  
Gateway and fabric switch modes, activate Ports on Demand (POD), and connect to the SAN  
I/O Module using Web Tools.  
Chapter 3, “Operating the SAN I/O Module,” provides details about operating and replacing a  
4424 Module.  
Appendix A, “SAN I/O Module specifications,” is a product specification reference.  
Supported hardware and software  
This document includes information specific to the Brocade 4424 SAN I/O Module running  
Brocade Fabric OS. For more information about the Fabric OS supported by this product, refer to  
the related publications on the Brocade Family Documentation CD-ROM shipped with the SAN I/O  
Module.  
What’s new in this document  
This is a new document. For further information, see the Brocade release notes for the Fabric OS  
released with this product.  
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Document conventions  
This section describes text formatting conventions and important notices formats.  
Text formatting  
The narrative-text formatting conventions that are used in this document are as follows:  
bold text  
italic text  
codetext  
Identifies command names  
Identifies GUI elements  
Identifies keywords and operands  
Identifies text to enter at the GUI or CLI  
Provides emphasis  
Identifies variables  
Identifies paths and Internet addresses  
Identifies document titles  
Identifies CLI output  
Identifies syntax examples  
For readability, command names in the narrative portions of this guide are presented in mixed  
letter case: for example, switchShow. In actual examples, command letter case is often all  
lowercase. Otherwise, this manual specifically notes those cases in which a command is case  
sensitive.  
Notes, attention, caution, and danger  
The following notices appear in this document.  
NOTE  
A note provides a tip, emphasizes important information, or provides a reference to related  
information.  
ATTENTION  
An attention alerts you to potential damage to hardware, firmware, software or data.  
CAUTION  
A caution alerts you to potential injury to personnel.  
DANGER  
A danger alerts you to potential lethal injury to personnel.  
For definitions of SAN-specific terms, visit the Storage Networking Industry Association online  
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Additional information  
This section lists additional Brocade and industry-specific documentation that you might find  
helpful.  
Brocade resources  
The following related documentation is provided on the Brocade Family Documentation and  
Brocade 4424 Documentation CD-ROMs packaged with the SAN I/O Module and on the Brocade  
Web site, through Brocade Connect.  
NOTE  
Go to http://www.brocade.com and click Brocade Connect to register at no cost for a user ID and  
password.  
Fabric OS  
Fabric OS Administrator’s Guide  
Fabric OS Command Reference Manual  
Fabric OS MIB Reference Manual  
Fabric OS System Error Message Reference Manual  
Access Gateway Administrator’s Guide  
SAN TECH NOTE - Preparing to Install the Brocade Access Gateway  
Fabric OS Optional Features  
Web Tools Administrator’s Guide  
Fabric Watch Administrator’s Guide  
Brocade 4424 Blade Server Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module  
Brocade 4424 Blade Server Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual (this  
document).  
Brocade 4424 QuickStart Guide.  
Brocade release notes for Fabric OS version supported by the Brocade 4424.  
For practical discussions about SAN design, implementation, and maintenance, you can obtain  
Building SANs with Brocade Fabric Switches through:  
For additional Brocade documentation, visit the Brocade SAN Info Center and click the Resource  
Library location:  
Release notes are available on the Brocade Connect Web site and are also bundled with the Fabric  
OS firmware.  
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Optional brocade features  
Optional Brocade features include:  
Advanced Performance Monitoring  
Enables more effective end-to-end SAN performance analysis to enhance performance tuning,  
increase productivity, optimize resource utilization, and reduce costs.  
Extended Fabrics  
Supports the reliable, high-speed connectivity of Brocade switches over dark fiber or Dense  
Wave Division Multiplexing (DWDM) equipment at distances up to 500 kilometers to enhance  
business continuance operations.  
Fabric Watch  
Continuously monitors SAN fabrics for potential faults based on thresholds set for a variety of  
SAN fabric elements and events—automatically alerting administrators to potential problems  
before they become costly failures.  
ISL Trunking  
Optimizes the performance and availability of SAN fabrics while simplifying ISL management.  
Two 4 Gbit/sec Brocade switches can automatically group up to eight ISLs into a single logical  
“trunk,” with a total throughput of up to 32 Gbit/sec.  
Other industry resources  
For additional 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:  
For information about the Fibre Channel industry, visit the Fibre Channel Industry Association Web  
site:  
Getting technical help  
Contact your SAN I/O Module support supplier for hardware, firmware, and software support,  
including product repairs and part ordering. To expedite your call, have the following information  
available:  
1. General Information  
Technical 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  
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Description of any troubleshooting steps already performed and results  
Serial console and Telnet session logs  
syslog message logs  
2. SAN I/O Module Serial Number  
The SAN I/O Module serial number and corresponding bar code are provided on the serial  
number label attached to the module. Following is an example of a serial number and barcode:  
FT00X0054E9  
FT00X0054E9  
3. World Wide Name (WWN). Use the CLI wwn or switchShow commands to display the WWN.  
4. Software licenses. Use the CLI licenseIdShow command to display the list of licenses and  
corresponding license IDs available on the unit.  
Document feedback  
Because quality is our first concern at Brocade, we have made every effort to ensure the accuracy  
and completeness of this document. However, if you find an error or an omission, or you think that  
a topic needs further development, we want to hear from you. Forward your feedback to:  
Provide the title and version number and as much detail as possible about your comment,  
including the topic heading and page number and your suggestions for improvement.  
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Introducing the SAN I/O Module  
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The Brocade 4424 is a 24-port Fibre Channel module with 8 external ports and 16 internal ports  
designed for installation in a Dell PowerEdge M1000e Blade Server Enclosure. The product ships  
with 12 ports enabled and can be upgraded to 24 ports through Ports on Demand (POD) licensing.  
These ports support link speeds up to 4Gbit/sec.  
Dual function and access gateway configurations  
The SAN I/O Module ships in one of two configurations:  
Dual Function configuration. In this configuration, the SAN I/O Module operates in Standard  
Full Fabric Switch mode by default. The module can also operate in Access Gateway mode.  
Access Gateway configuration. In this configuration the SAN I/O Module operates exclusively in  
Access Gateway mode. Access Gateway simplifies SAN deployment by using NPIV. NPIV  
provides Fibre Channel switch functions that improve SAN I/O Module scalability,  
manageability, and interoperability. For more information on Access Gateway, refer to the  
following:  
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For a list of SAN I/O Module F_Ports mapped to N_Ports in the SAN I/O Module as shipped  
For general information and details on using Access Gateway, refer to the Brocade Access  
Gateway Administrator’s Guide.  
Since Access Gateway relies on NPIV technology for its connection to the edge fabric you  
may have to prepare the edge fabric before connecting it to Access Gateway. Please refer  
to the SAN TECH NOTE – Preparing to Install the Brocade Access Gateway for specific  
instructions.  
NOTE  
When shipped in Access Gateway configuration, a Switch (Fabric) license is required to operate the  
module in Standard Full Fabric Switch mode.  
NOTE  
Access Gateway cannot be connected directly into an array; it requires a fabric to support NPIV.  
Determining module configuration  
The factory configuration type is identified by the part number on a label attached to the module.  
Refer to Figure 3 on page 5 for label location.  
If the part number is DL-4424-0001, then the SAN I/O Module is configured in Standard Full  
Fabric Switch mode. Note that Full Fabric Switch mode is the default setting when shipped  
from the factory. Access Gateway mode can also be enabled on this module.  
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If the part number is DL-4424-0002, then the SAN I/O Module is configured to run exclusively  
in Access Gateway mode. To operate in Full Fabric Switch mode, you must have a Switch  
license.  
You may also use the CLI licenseshow command to determine whether the module is Dual Function  
(Switch/Access Gateway), or single-function Access Gateway. This command displays current  
license keys, along with a list of licensed products enabled by these keys. A Dual Function  
(Switch/Access Gateway) module should have a “Fabric license” in the command output.  
Features  
Features available on the SAN I/O Module depend on whether the module is configured in Access  
Gateway or Standard Full Fabric Switch mode.  
Full Fabric Switch mode  
The SAN I/O Module has the following features:  
Up to 8 external autosensing (1, 2, and 4 Gbit/sec) Fibre Channel ports. These are universal  
and self-configuring ports are capable of becoming one of the following port types:  
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F_Port (fabric enabled)  
FL_Port (fabric loop enabled)  
E_Port (expansion port)  
These ports are capable of Brocade ISL Trunking with appropriate licensing.  
Up to 16 internal backplane F_Ports. Each port is capable of automatic negotiation to the  
highest common speed of all connected devices at 4 Gbit/sec.  
Dynamic ports on demand, which allows any port to be activated as needed based on available  
licenses.  
Frame filtering that augments the hardware zoning capabilities of the Brocade ASIC, which  
implements hardware zoning at the port level of the SAN I/O Module.  
Brocade ASIC expanded capabilities, including World Wide Name (WWN) and device-level  
zoning.  
Hardware zoning, implemented by means of a firmware-accessible table per output port.  
Extensive diagnostics and monitoring capabilities.  
Unicast and broadcast data traffic support.  
Up to eight SWL small form-factor pluggable (SFP) optical transceivers.  
NOTE  
The SAN I/O Module ships with four 4 Gbit/sec SFPs. If you purchase a POD license, you will  
receive an additional four SFPs.  
One serial console port on the front panel (RJ45 connector).  
The following light-emitting diodes (LEDs) for each external port.  
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One green/amber LED to indicate status for each port.  
One green/amber LED to indicate link speed for each port.  
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If dark, the port is unlicensed.  
The following system LEDs:  
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One green power LED to indicate module power-on.  
One green/amber LED to indicate module status.  
One blue, identify module and flash blue to locate module.  
See “Interpreting LED activity” on page 22 for details about the SAN I/O Module LEDs.  
Access Gateway mode  
Up to 8 autosensing (1, 2, and 4 Gbit/sec) Fibre Channel ports. These are universal and  
self-configuring ports capable of becoming:  
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F_Port (fabric enabled)  
N_Port (fabric enabled)  
Up to 16 internal backplane F_Ports. Each port is capable of automatic negotiation to the  
highest common speed.of all connected devices at 4 Gbit/sec.  
Dynamic ports on demand, which allows any port to be activated as needed based on available  
licenses.  
Up to eight SWL small-form-factor pluggable (SFP) optical transceivers.  
NOTE  
The SAN I/O Module ships with four 4 Gbit/sec SFPs. If you purchase a POD license, you will  
receive an additional four SFPs.  
One serial console port on the front panel (RJ45 connector).  
The following light-emitting diodes (LEDs) for each external port:  
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One green/amber LED to indicate status for each port.  
One green/amber LED to indicate link speed for each port  
If dark, the port is unlicensed.  
The following system light-emitting diodes (LEDs):  
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One green power LED to indicate module power-on.  
One green/amber LED to indicate module status.  
One blue, identify module and flash blue to locate module.  
See “Interpreting LED activity” on page 22 for details about the SAN I/O Module LEDs.  
Ports on Demand (POD)  
The SAN I/O Module ships with 12 active ports. You can allocate a POD license to activate 12  
additional ports. The SAN I/O 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 are assigned to active ports as required.  
Once licenses are issued, they can be moved from one port to another, making port licensing  
more flexible.  
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For static POD, Table 1 shows the base internal and external ports that are licensed, as well as  
the additional 12 ports that can be activated with a POD license. For details about activating  
and deactivating additional ports when you have POD licensing, refer to “Activating Ports on  
TABLE 1  
Ports available  
External Ports  
Port Licensing  
Internal Ports  
Base  
17, 18, 19, and 20  
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and  
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POD  
0, 21, 22, and 23  
9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14,  
15, and 16  
Hardware Description  
This section describes the physical SAN I/O Module as shipped from the factory. For specifications,  
such as installed memory, weight and physical dimensions, facility requirements, architectural  
specifications, and regulatory compliance, refer to Appendix A, “SAN I/O Module specifications”  
Port side  
Externally accessible ports and LEDs are on the port side of the SAN I/O Module. The port side  
faces out when the SAN I/O Module is inserted into the I/O bay of the Blade Server enclosure.  
Figure 1 details the port side. For a complete description of the locations and interpretations of  
Access the I/O module handle at the front of the port side of the SAN I/O Module. By lifting the  
handle’s release latch, you can open the handle to remove and insert the unit from the Blade  
Server Enclosure.  
FIGURE 1  
Port Side View  
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4
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2
3
1. Ports with port status and port speed LEDs  
2. RJ45 console port  
3. SAN I/O Module status LED  
4. Power status LED  
5. Server management LED  
6. SAN I/O Module handle  
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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
2
1
1
2
3
SAN I/O Module status LED  
Power status LED  
Server Management LED  
Nonport side  
The nonport side of the SAN I/O Module (shown in Figure 3) is seated into the enclosure. 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, Viewed from Top  
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3
2
1. I/O module handle. Lifting the handle’s release latch opens the handle to install and remove  
the module from the Blade Server Enclosure.  
2. Product label including serial number.  
3. Connectors  
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Labeling  
Figures 3 shows the labels appearing on the SAN I/O Module. A second serial label is located  
beneath the insertion arm on the enclosure (visible only when the arm is extended).  
To extend the insertion arm, gently squeeze the release tab (top-to-bottom) and pull outward.  
SFPs  
The SAN I/O Module was designed to work with small form-factor pluggable (SFP) optical modules  
and ships with up to eight SWL SFPs.  
NOTE  
The SAN I/O Module ships with four 4 Gbit/sec SFPs. If you purchase a POD license, you will  
receive an additional four SFPs.  
SFPs provide optical connections to external devices for both SWL and LWL connections. Replace  
SFPs with a new pluggable unit rather than replacing the SAN I/O Module. Refer to the  
manufacturer’s instructions when installing SFPs.  
from the SAN I/O Module.  
For a complete list of SFPs and other 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, choose  
Compatibility and Scalability Information.  
ISL trunking groups  
Brocade ISL Trunking is optional software that allows you to create trunking groups of ISLs between  
adjacent switches.  
If your SAN I/O Module has a Brocade ISL Trunking license, external ports can be used as a  
trunking group. Ports that can be used within the same trunking group are color-coded on the SAN  
I/O Module’s port side for easy identification.  
The external ports are divided into two equal groups:  
1. Ports 17, 18, 19, and 20  
2. Ports 21, 22, 23, and 0  
NOTE  
Only the external ports are available for trunking.  
The external ports can form 2-port trunks, 3-port trunks, or a 4-port trunk. For details about  
Brocade ISL Trunking, see the Brocade Fabric OS Procedures Guide.  
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Optional features  
The SAN I/O Module supports the following optional software, which is activated with the purchase  
of the corresponding license key. Applicable options depend on whether the SAN I/O Module  
operates in Switch or Access Gateway mode.  
Full Fabric Switch Mode  
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Brocade Advanced Web Tools  
Brocade Fabric Watch  
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Brocade Advanced Zoning  
Brocade Secure Fabric OS  
Port on Demand (POD) licensing  
Brocade ISL Trunking  
Brocade Advanced Performance  
Monitoring  
Support for Brocade Fabric Access API and API  
Scripting Toolkit  
1. included with the SAN I/O Module  
Access Gateway Mode  
Fabric/Switch License  
Brocade ISL Trunking (check for availability)  
For detailed information on any of these features, refer to the Brocade Fabric OS Administrator’s  
Guide.  
Unpacking and installing the SAN I/O Module  
If the SAN I/O Module is installed in the Blade Server Enclosure that is shipped to you, skip this  
section. This section applies when installing a new module in an empty bay or replacing an existing  
SAN I/O Module.  
NOTE  
The SAN I/O Module is designed to work only in I/O bays B1/B2 and C1/C2 of the Dell M1000e  
Blade Server Enclosure. Make sure to comply with installation requirements in the Blade Server  
Enclosure Hardware Owner’s Manual.  
Perform the following steps to remove the SAN I/O Module from its shipping package.  
1. Open the shipping box and inspect the contents, making sure that nothing is missing or  
damaged.  
Do not insert a damaged SAN I/O Module into the Blade Server Enclosure. If the SAN I/O  
Module appears to be damaged, contact your sales representative before proceeding.  
2. Remove the cardboard accessory tray from on top of the SAN I/O Module.  
This tray contains the documentation, regulatory statements, product information guide, and  
Documentation CD.  
3. Remove the SAN I/O Module from the box.  
The protective foam ends will slide out with the SAN I/O Module.  
4. Remove the foam ends from the SAN I/O Module.  
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5. Be sure that you have taken the necessary precautions for electrostatic sensitivity; then break  
the seal warning.  
6. Slide the SAN I/O Module out of the antistatic sleeve and inspect it carefully for any obvious  
defects or shipping damage.  
7. Locate the label that specifies the part number for the SAN I/O Module. Make a note of the  
part number because the part number indicates whether the SAN I/O Module was configured  
at the factory in Access Gateway or Standard Full Fabric Switch mode. (More information on  
Access Gateway and Full-Fabric Switch mode is provided in Chapter 2, “Configuring the SAN I/O  
If the part number is DL-4424-0003, then the SAN I/O Module is configured in Access  
Gateway mode.  
If the part number is DL-4424-0001, then the SAN I/O Module is configured in Full Fabric  
Switch mode. Note that Full Fabric Switch mode is the default factory setting when the  
module is licensed for Dual Function mode. With Dual Function mode, you can enable the  
module for Access Gateway or Full Fabric Switch mode.  
8. For complete instructions to install the SAN I/O Module into the Blade Server Enclosure, refer  
to the section on installing an I/O module in the Blade Server Enclosure Hardware Owner’s  
Manual.  
Cabling guidelines  
After modifying the SAN I/O Module’s IP address and domain name (if Module is in Fabric Switch  
mode), we recommend that you cable 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 Ports On Demand (DPOD). By cabling these ports first, you will not need  
to move licenses to other ports you may have cabled.  
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Use procedures in this chapter to configure the SAN I/O Module to operate on a network and fabric.  
Also provided are steps to change the Module’s operating mode (Full Fabric Switch and Access  
Gateway modes), activating Ports on Demand (POD), and connecting to the SAN I/O Module using  
Web Tools.  
NOTE  
The SAN I/O Module is configured at the factory for either Access Gateway mode or Dual Function  
mode. Dual Function mode allows you to configure the module for either Access Gateway or  
Standard Full-Fabric Switch mode. For more information, refer to “Dual function and access gateway  
This chapter provides 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 Server Enclosure’s Chassis Management Controller  
(CMC) application, use that application instead.  
Items required  
The following items are required for configuring and connecting the SAN I/O Module for use in a  
network and fabric:  
The SAN I/O Module installed in a Blade Server Enclosure. For instructions, refer to the steps  
on installing an I/O module in the Hardware Owner’s Manual for the Blade Server Enclosure.  
If required, management workstation (computer) that has a terminal emulator (such as  
HyperTerminal) or a keyboard, video, and mouse (KVM) device. Note that this is only required if  
not changing the SAN I/O Module IP address through the Blade Server Enclosure GUI or CLI  
management programs.  
An unused IP address and corresponding subnet mask and gateway address unless DHCP is  
used.  
If required, a serial cable to connect to the SAN I/O Module serial console port. Note that this is  
only required if not changing the SAN I/O Module IP address through the Blade Server  
Enclosure GUI or CLI management programs.  
SFP transceivers and compatible fibre cables, as required.  
Access to an FTP server for backing up the SAN I/O Module configuration.  
Access to these publications:  
Blade Server Enclosure Hardware Owner’s Manual  
Blade Server Enclosure Configuration Guide  
Fabric OS Command Reference Manual  
SAN TECH NOTE – Preparing to Install the Brocade Access Gateway  
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Access Gateway Administrator’s Guide  
Web Tools Administrator’s Guide  
Modify the SAN I/O Module IP address  
By default, the IP address for the SAN I/O Module is configured as 10.77.77.77 with a default  
Ethernet subnetmask of 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).  
ATTENTION  
Do not connect the SAN I/O Module to the internal network until the IP address is correctly set for  
your Ethernet network requirements.  
NOTE  
It is recommended that you set the IP address using the Blade Server Enclosure CMC GUI  
application because this enables centralized management of the SAN I/O Module.  
Using the SAN I/O Module CLI to set the IP address  
Use the following tasks to change the IP address on the SAN I/O Module using the Module’s CLI.  
Task 1: Establish a terminal session with the SAN I/O Module  
Use these steps to establish a terminal emulation session between the SAN I/O Module and a  
Blade Server Enclosure management workstation used for managing the I/O Module. Once this  
session is established, you can log into the Module and use its CLI commands to manage the  
module.  
1. Connect a serial cable between the serial console port on the SAN I/O Module and a Blade  
Server Enclosure management workstation that can establish a terminal emulation session  
with the SAN I/O Module. For instructions, refer to Configuration Guide for your Blade Server  
enclosure.  
2. Disable any serial communication programs that are running on the workstation.  
3. Using a terminal emulator application (such as HyperTerminal on a PC or TERM in a LINUX or  
UNIX environment), establish a terminal session to the SAN I/O Module from the management  
workstation. You will use this connection if you want to reset the module’s IP address using CLI  
commands and perform other configuration tasks.  
For Windows 95, 98, 2000, XP or NT  
a. Click Start and select Programs -> Accessories -> Communications.  
b. Select Hyperterminal and enter a name for the connection.  
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c. From the Hyperterminal window, click the Connect drop-down menu and select an  
available COM port.  
d. Click OK.  
e. From the COM Port Properties window, select the following configuration values:  
Bits per second: 9600  
Databits: 8  
Parity: None  
Stop bits: 1  
Flow Control: None  
For LINUX or UNIX  
a. Enter the following at the command prompt:  
tip /dev/ttyb -9600  
b. When the terminal application stops reporting information, press Enter to display the login  
prompt.  
c. Log in using the default administrative account  
Login: admin  
Password: password  
d. When prompted either change the administrative password, or press Ctrl-C to bypass.  
Task 2: Changing the IP address  
1. Verify that the SAN I/O Module has completed POST. When POST is complete, 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]:10.32.53.47  
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.  
3. Enter ipAddrShow at the prompt to verify that the address was correctly set.  
Using the CMC CLI to set the IP address  
Use the following steps to connect modify the SAN I/O Module IP address through the CMC CLI.  
1. Establish a Telnet session to the CMC CLI.  
2. At the command prompt, type connect switch-x where x is the bay where the SAN I/O Module is  
installed. For example, switch-x can be:  
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Switch-3 for SAN I/O Module installed in bay B1.  
Switch-4 for SAN I/O Module installed in bay B2.  
Switch-5 for SAN I/O Module installed in bay C1.  
Switch-6 for SAN I/O module installed in bay C2.  
3. At the login prompt, log in to the SAN I/O Module. The default user name is “admin” and the  
password is “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.  
Using the CMC GUI to set the IP address  
To change the IP address, use the following steps:  
1. Open the CMC application’s Setup tab.  
2. Enter the new information in the IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Gateway fields as appropriate  
and click Apply.  
3. To enable DHCP, select DHCP Enabled and click Apply.  
FIGURE 4  
CMC Setup Tab  
NOTE  
Refer to the documentation for the CMC GUI application for additional detail.  
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Connecting the SAN I/O Module 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 the same Ethernet subnet as the CMC.  
NOTE  
Ensure that the SAN I/O Module is not being modified from any other connection until configuration  
is complete.  
Connecting the SAN I/O Module to the fabric  
NOTE  
Refer to “Cabling guidelines” on page 8 before beginning the following procedure.  
Before beginning the following steps, determine whether the SAN I/O Module is in Access Gateway  
or Full Fabric Switch mode. This affects the configuration process. Using the SAN I/O Module CLI,  
you can enter the ag ––modeShow command to determine the current operating mode.  
1. If the SAN I/O Module is in Full Fabric Switch mode, continue with step 2 and step 3. If the  
Module is in Access Gateway Mode, go on to step 4.  
2. Log onto the SAN I/O Module through a Telnet connection, using the admin account.  
3. Modify the domain ID if required using SAN I/O Module CLI commands.  
The default domain ID is 1. If the SAN I/O Module is not powered on until after it is connected  
to the fabric and the default domain ID is already in use, the domain ID for the new SAN I/O  
Module is automatically reset to a unique value. If the SAN I/O Module is connected to the  
fabric after it has been powered on and the default domain ID is already in use, the fabric  
segments.  
To find the domain IDs that are currently in use, run the fabricShow command on another SAN  
I/O Module in the fabric. Identify an unused domain ID:  
a. Disable the SAN I/O Module being configured using the switchDisable command.  
b. Enter the configure command.  
The command prompts display sequentially. Enter a new value or press Enter to accept  
each default value. The SAN I/O Module now has a unique domain ID and can join the  
fabric. Following is an example of command output.  
SW48000_155:root> configure  
Data field size: (256..2112) [2112]  
Sequence Level Switching: (0..1) [0]  
Disable Device Probing: (0..1) [0]  
Suppress Class F Traffic: (0..1) [0]  
Switch PID Format: (1..2) [1]Configure...  
Fabric parameters (yes, y, no, n): [no] y  
Domain: (1..239) [1] 155  
R_A_TOV: (4000..120000) [10000]  
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E_D_TOV: (1000..5000) [2000]  
WAN_TOV: (0..30000) [0]  
MAX_HOPS: (7..19) [7]  
Per-frame Route Priority: (0..1) [0]  
Long Distance Fabric: (0..1) [0]  
BB credit: (1..27) [16]  
Insistent Domain ID Mode (yes, y, no, n): [no]  
Virtual Channel parameters (yes, y, no, n): [no]  
F-Port login parameters (yes, y, no, n): [no]  
Zoning Operation parameters (yes, y, no, n): [no]  
RSCN Transmission Mode (yes, y, no, n): [no]  
Arbitrated Loop parameters (yes, y, no, n): [no]  
System services (yes, y, no, n): [no]  
Portlog events enable (yes, y, no, n): [no]  
ssl attributes (yes, y, no, n): [no]  
http attributes (yes, y, no, n): [no]  
snmp attributes (yes, y, no, n): [no]  
rpcd attributes (yes, y, no, n): [no]  
cfgload attributes (yes, y, no, n): [no]  
webtools attributes (yes, y, no, n): [no]  
System (yes, y, no, n): [no]  
WARNING: The domain ID will be changed. The port level zoning may be  
affected  
c. Re-enable the SAN I/O Module by entering the switchEnable command.  
NOTE  
It could take a short time (typically a few seconds, but sometimes a little longer) for the newly  
added SAN I/O Module to appear in the fabric display with its newly assigned domain ID.  
4. If you need to install SFP transceivers, install them in the external Fibre Channel ports as  
required.  
a. Remove the dust plugs from the ports to be used.  
b. If necessary, remove the end caps from the SFP.  
c. Orient the transceiver correctly and insert it into a port until it is firmly seated and the  
latching mechanism clicks.  
For instructions specific to the type of transceiver, refer to the transceiver manufacturer’s  
documentation.  
d. Repeat substeps a, b, and c for the remaining ports, as required.  
5. Connect the cables to the transceivers.  
The transceivers are keyed to ensure correct orientation. If a transceiver does not install 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.  
ATTENTION  
A cable should not be bent to a radius less than 5.08 cm (2 inches) under full tensile load and 3.048  
cm (1.2 inches) with no tensile load.  
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Tie wraps are not recommended for optical cables because they are easily overtightened.  
a. Orient a cable connector so that the key (the ridge on one side of connector) aligns with  
the slot in the transceiver.  
b. Insert the cable into the transceiver until the latching mechanism clicks. For instructions  
specific to cable type, refer to the cable manufacturer’s documentation.  
c. Repeat for the remaining transceivers as required.  
6. Check the LEDs to verify that all components are functional.  
For information about LED patterns, see the “Interpreting LED activity” on page 22.  
7. Verify the correct operation of the SAN I/O Module by typing the switchShow command from  
the workstation.  
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 typing the fabricShow CLI  
command from the workstation.  
9. Back up the SAN I/O Module configuration to an FTP server by typing the configUpload  
command and following the prompts.  
This command uploads the SAN I/O Module configuration to the server, making it available for  
downloading to a replacement SAN I/O Module if necessary. Brocade recommends backing up  
the configuration on a regular basis to ensure that a complete configuration is available for  
downloading to a replacement SAN I/O Module.  
For specific instructions about how to back up the configuration, see the Fabric OS  
Administrator’s Guide. The switchShow, fabricShow, and configUpload commands are  
described in detail in the Fabric OS Command Reference Manual.  
Changing from Fabric Switch mode to Access Gateway mode  
If your SAN I/O Module can run in Dual Function mode and is currently configured in Standard Full  
Fabric Switch mode you can enable 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  
The module ships from the factory in either Access Gateway or Dual Function mode. In Dual  
Function mode, you can configure the module for either Access Gateway Mode or Full Fabric  
Switch mode without an additional license. The module is enabled for Full Fabric Switch mode  
as the default. If the module comes configured in Access Gateway mode, you will need an  
upgrade license to change to Dual Function mode.  
Enabling Access Gateway mode is a disruptive process because the switch is disabled and  
rebooted.Once you enable the SAN I/O Module in Access Gateway mode, only a limited subset  
of Fabric OS commands are available and all fabric-related service requests are forwarded to  
the fabric switches. See the Access Gateway Administrator’s Guide for more information.  
When you enable Access Gateway mode some fabric information is erased, such as the zone  
and security databases. To recover the information save the switch configuration before  
enabling Access Gateway mode.  
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Web Tools  
Complete the following steps to enable Access Gateway mode using Web Tools.  
1. From the management console, open a Web 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, select the SAN I/O Module.  
The selected SAN I/O Module appears in the Switch View.  
5. Click the Switch Admin button in the WebTools Manage taskbox.  
The Switch Administration window opens.  
NOTE  
You should save the configuration file if you are converting an SAN I/O Module to Access Gateway  
mode. To save your current configuration, click the Show Advanced Mode button in the top  
right-hand corner of the Switch Administration window. Select the Configure tab, then select the  
Upload/Download tab. Enter the relevant information to upload the configuration file.  
6. From the Switch Status section, click Disable.  
7. From the Access Gateway Mode section, click Enable.  
8. Click Apply.  
9. When prompted, click Yes to restart the SAN I/O Module in Access Gateway mode.  
The current Web Tools session closes; relaunch Web Tools after the SAN I/O Module reboots.  
Command Line Interface  
Complete the following steps to enable Access Gateway mode using the CLI.  
1. Log in using the default administrative account.  
Login: admin  
Password: password  
2. Enter the following command to disable Full Fabric Switch mode.  
switchDisable  
3. Enter the following command to save the current configuration on the SAN I/O Module.  
This command is optional and is only required if you are converting an existing SAN I/O Module  
to Access Gateway mode.  
configUpload Save  
4. Enter the following command to enable Access Gateway mode:  
ag ––modeEnable  
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The SAN I/O Module automatically reboots and comes back online in Access Gateway mode  
using a factory default F_Port to N_Port mapping. You can enter the ag ––modeShow  
command to ensure that the module is in Access Gateway mode. See the Access Gateway  
Administrator’s Guide for more detailed configuration information.  
You can also enter the ag ––mapshow command to display the F_Port to N_Port mapping.  
Enter ag ––help command to display a list of all Access Gateway actions.  
Changing from Access Gateway Mode to Fabric Switch Mode  
If your SAN I/O Module can run in Dual Function mode and is currently configured in Access  
Gateway mode, you can enable the module for Standard Full Fabric Switch mode by disabling  
Access Gateway mode. When you do this, the module automatically reboots in Fabric Switch mode.  
For complete instructions on disabling Access Gateway Mode using the CLI and joining the switch  
to the fabric, refer to the “Disabling Access Gateway Mode” section in the Access Gateway  
Administrator’s Guide.  
Notes  
A license is required for Dual Function Mode, which allows you to switch between Access  
Gateway and Standard Full Fabric Switch Mode. If your SAN I/O Module was shipped in Access  
Gateway Mode, you cannot switch to Fabric Switch Mode without this license.  
You can also use the CLI licenseshow command to determine whether the module is Dual  
Function (Switch), or Access Gateway. This command displays current license keys, along with  
a list of licensed products enabled by these keys. A Dual Function (Switch) module should have  
a “Fabric license” in the command output  
Disabling Access Gateway mode is disruptive because the switch is disabled and rebooted.  
Always back up the current configuration before enabling or disabling 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.  
Activating Ports on Demand (POD)  
Ports on Demand (POD) licensing allows you to enable up to 24 ports from the initial 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 the license separately from your SAN  
I/O Module vendor, who will provide you with a key to unlock it.  
Once you have installed the license keys, you must enable the ports. You can do so without  
disrupting SAN I/O Module operation, or alternatively, you can disable and re-enable the SAN I/O  
Module to activate all ports.  
If you remove a POD License, ports that were enabled by that license are disabled.  
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Activating ports with a POD license  
You can activate ports with a POD license while the SAN I/O Module is connected to existing SANs  
or before connecting to an existing SAN.  
For SAN I/O Modules already connected to existing storage networks:  
1. Add the POD license using Web Tools or CLI.  
2. Enable each newly licensed port using Web Tools or CLI.  
NOTE  
This method is non-disruptive to existing servers and storage connecting to SAN I/O Module.  
For new SAN I/O Module installations, perform the following before connecting to an existing SAN.  
ATTENTION  
Do not use this method if the SAN I/O Module is operating in an existing SAN because traffic will be  
disrupted.  
1. Disable the SAN I/O Module.  
NOTE  
If Secure Fabric OS (Secure FOS) is enabled, you cannot use Telnet or SSH to disable the  
module. For details about using Web Tools, refer to the Web Tools Administrator’s Guide. For  
details about the CLI, see the Fabric OS Command Reference Manual.  
2. Add the POD license using Web Tools or the CLI.  
3. Enable the SAN I/O Module using Web Tools or CLI. When the SAN I/O Module is enabled, the  
newly-added POD ports are also enabled.  
Connecting to the SAN I/O Module Using Web Tools  
Complete the following steps to connect to the SAN I/O Module using Web Tools.  
1. On the management console, open a Web browser such as Internet Explorer.  
The Web browser 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.  
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This chapter describes the operation and interoperability of the SAN I/O Module.  
Interoperability  
The SAN I/O Module supports interoperability for the following functions:  
link initialization  
soft WWN zoning  
SNMP facilities  
principal SAN I/O Module  
selection  
translative mode (private target support on fabrics)  
trunking (between two Brocade switches)  
Advanced Performance Monitoring  
routing (FSPF)  
Simple Name Service  
state change notification  
Port negotiation  
The SAN I/O Module has been designed to be highly interoperable. It supports 1 Gbit/sec, 2  
Gbit/sec, and 4 Gbit/sec transmit and receive rates with autonegotiation. The actual data signaling  
rate used on a port is automatically sensed and set to the rate supported by the device or devices  
attached to the port.  
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, including most  
current-generation switch N_Ports, NL_Ports, and E_Ports as well as host adapters, Redundant  
Array of Independent Disks (RAID) storage devices, hubs, Fibre-SCSI bridge devices, and older  
switch families.  
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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. The operating systems listed in  
Table 2 are for the host machine running Brocade management applications outside the Fabric OS,  
such as Fabric Manager and Enterprise Fabric Connectivity Manager (EFCM). For the latest  
information on operating system support for these applications, refer to the latest released  
versions of Fabric Manager and EFCM documentation.  
TABLE 2  
Supported Operating Systems - Fabric Manager  
Operating System  
Version  
Windows 2000  
Windows 2003  
Windows XP  
N/A  
N/A  
N/A  
Solaris  
8, 9, 10  
AS 3.0, AS 4.0  
Linux Red Hat Enterprise  
TABLE 3  
Supported Operating Systems - EFCM  
Operating System  
Version  
Windows 2000  
Windows 2003  
Windows XP  
SP4  
SP1  
XP2  
Solaris  
9, 10  
Linux Red Hat  
Linux Red Hat Enterprise  
9.0  
ES 3.0, ES 4.0  
SuSe Linux Professional Edition 9.2, 9.3  
version 9.2  
Accessing the SAN I/O Module  
The SAN I/O Module is managed as a single element. It has a single IP address and appears as a  
separate entity to the Telnet protocol and the Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP).  
When SNMP devices send SNMP messages to a management console running SAN management  
software, the information is stored in a Management Information Base (MIB). The Brocade 4424  
Fabric OS 4.4.1 supports the FibreAlliance Fibre Channel Management (FCMGMT) MIBs, allowing  
the provision of needed information to a SAN administrator.  
In addition, the Brocade Fabric Access Layer (API) and the Storage Management Initiative (SMI)  
provide facilities for the discovery and management of physical and logical elements in a SAN.  
Using the Fabric Access interface to the Fabric OS, a client application can retrieve information and  
modify the configuration of Brocade switches in the fabric.  
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Secure Telnet access is available using Secure Shell (SSH), a network security protocol for secure  
remote login and other secure network services over an insecure network.  
Brocade Web Tools management is available through a secure browser using Secure Sockets Layer  
(SSL). The SSL security protocol provides data encryption, server authentication, message integrity,  
and optional client authentication for a TCP/IP connection. Because SSL is built into all major  
browsers and Web servers, installing a digital certificate enables the SSL capabilities.  
Interpreting POST results  
The power-on self test (POST) system check is performed each time the SAN I/O Module is powered  
on, rebooted, or reset.  
Example POST Output  
POST1: Started running Tue Nov 9 20:27:57 GMT 2004  
POST1: Test #1 - Running turboramtest  
POST1: Test #2 - Running centralmemorytest  
POST1: Test #3 - Running cmitest  
POST2: Running diagshow  
POST1: Script PASSED with exit status of 0 Tue Nov 9 20:28:10 GMT 2004 took  
(0:  
0:13)  
POST2: Started running Tue Nov 9 20:28:12 GMT 2004  
POST2: Test #1 - Running camtest  
POST2: Test #2 - Running txdpath  
POST2: Test #3 - Running spinsilk (SERDES)  
POST2: Running diagshow  
POST2: Script PASSED with exit status of 0 Tue Nov 9 20:29:11 GMT 2006 took  
(0:  
0:59)  
Initializing Ports ....  
Port Initialization Completed  
Enabling switch...  
During POST, the LEDs are activated in various indicator patterns.  
Perform the following steps to determine POST completion status.  
1. Verify that the LEDs on the SAN I/O Module indicate a healthy SAN I/O Module. LED patterns  
are described in “Interpreting LED activity,” next.  
If one or more LEDs do not display a healthy state, verify 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 Management Controller (CMC) GUI to verify that the  
SAN I/O Module is working correctly.  
For details, refer to the Hardware Owner’s Manual for the Blade Server Enclosure.  
3. Review the system log for errors.  
Any errors detected during POST are written to the system log. Access this log through the  
Module’s CLI errShow command. For information about this command, see the Fabric OS  
Command Reference Manual. For information about error messages, see the Fabric OS  
System Error Message Reference Manual.  
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Interpreting LED activity  
Each SAN I/O Module uses LEDs to indicate status. These LEDs are shown in Figure 5.  
FIGURE 5  
LED Locations  
1 2  
7
8
3
5
6
4
TABLE 4  
Location  
1
Indicator  
Color  
Operation  
FC (external) green/amber  
port status  
Note: LED meanings are not valid during boot, diagnostics,  
or POST.  
Green:  
Off (dark): No signal carrier or unlicensed.  
Steady: Online normal active port but no port activity.  
Flickering: normal active port (I/O activity).  
Slow blink: Online but segmented.  
Fast blink: Internal loopback.  
Amber  
Steady: Signal present but not online.  
Slow blink or flash: Disabled port (less than two second  
interval).  
Fast (rapid) blink or flash: Error or fault with port (less than  
1/2 second interval).  
2
FC port x  
speed  
green/amber  
green/amber  
Amber on: 4 Gbit/sec FC  
Green on: 2 Gbit/sec FC  
Both off (dark): 1 Gbit/sec FC  
3 (status icon) module  
and 4 (LED) status  
Off:  
SAN I/O Module is off or power supplies for the Blade Server  
or onboard DCC have failed.  
Green:  
No errors and all ports are ready for use.  
Amber:  
Steady: Boot-up state, port(s) offline, or in reset state.  
Blinking (green/amber): One or more environmental ranges  
are exceeded, or error log contains diagnostic error  
messages.  
Note: The LED might blink during testing.  
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TABLE 4  
Key to Figure 5 (Continued)  
Indicator Color (Continued)  
Location  
Operation (Continued)  
5 (LED) and 6 module  
(icon) power  
green  
Off:  
SAN I/O Module is off or power supplies for the Blade Server  
Enclosure or onboard DCC have failed.  
Green: Normal operation and power supply is functioning.  
properly. Power is supplied by the Blade Server Enclosure.  
7 (LED) and 8 server  
(icon) management  
blue/amber  
Controlled by the Blade Server Enclosure's CMC. For details,  
refer to the Hardware Owner’s Manual for Blade Server  
Enclosure.  
Locating the serial number  
Before contacting service support, be sure to obtain the module’s serial number. Use one of these  
methods to locate the number:  
Use the CLI and enter the ChassisShow command. The SAN I/O Module serial number is  
displayed along with other data.  
Locate the serial number on the label attached to the SAN I/O Module. Refer to Figure 3 on  
page 5 for location.  
Removing and replacing the SAN I/O Module  
Complete the following steps to remove and replace a failed SAN I/O Module.  
NOTE  
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 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 airflow.  
1. Back up the SAN I/O Module configuration to an FTP server by using the Module’s  
configUpload CLI command and following the prompts.  
This command uploads the SAN I/O Module configuration to the server, making it available for  
downloading to a replacement SAN I/O Module if necessary. It is recommended to back up the  
configuration on a regular basis 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 activity by viewing the SAN I/O Module LEDs. For details about  
LED activity on the SAN I/O Module, see “Interpreting LED activity” on page 22.  
3. Remove all cables from the SFP modules.  
4. Remove the SFP modules according to the manufacturer’s instructions.  
Figure 6 on page 24 details the generic process for removing an SFP from a port.  
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FIGURE 6  
Removing an SFP from a Port  
Cable  
Release  
Bale  
SFP  
1
3
SFP  
4
2
5. Refer to the Hardware Owner’s Manual for 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.  
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Appendix  
SAN I/O Module specifications  
A
This appendix provides product specifications and regulatory compliance as a handy reference.  
Access Gateway Mode default port mapping  
The 4424 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 mapping for Access Gateway mode. Since the SAN I/O Module  
is shipped with Dynamic Ports on Demand (DPOD) enabled, any out of the 24 ports can be  
enabled. Therefore this mapping applies for 12 active ports or, if POD licensing is enabled, for 24  
ports. For more information on changing port mapping and managing ports in Access Gateway  
Mode, refer to the Access Gateway Administrator’s Guide.  
17-20 as N_Port with failover enabled, failback enabled  
0, 21-23 as N_Port with failover enabled, failback enabled  
1, 2 mapped to 17  
3, 4 mapped to 18  
5, 6 mapped to 19·  
7, 8 mapped to 20  
9, 10 mapped to 21·  
11, 12 mapped to 22·  
13, 14 mapped to 23·  
15, 16 mapped to 0  
Processor and memory specifications  
The processor and memory installed in the SAN I/O Module are shown in Table 5.  
TABLE 5 Memory Specifications  
Memory Type  
Value  
PowerPC 440GP processor  
SDRAM  
333 MHz  
256 MB - for system memory at 64 bits wide with  
8 ECC bits  
Boot flash  
4 MB  
Compact flash  
256 MB  
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Weight and physical dimensions  
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Weight and physical dimensions  
Table 6 lists the weight and physical dimensions of the SAN I/O Module.  
TABLE 6  
SAN I/O Module Specifications  
Dimension  
Measurements  
Height  
Width  
Depth  
Weight  
1.24 in (31.45 mm)  
10.74 in (272.75 mm)  
12.08 in (306.74 mm)  
3.84 (1.74 kg) — without media  
Facility requirements  
The information in Table 7 shows the operating and non-operating limitations of the Brocade 4424  
SAN I/O Module.  
TABLE 7  
Environmental Requirements  
Condition  
Operating  
Non-operating  
Temperature  
Humidity  
32°F to 122°F (0°C to 50°C)  
-45.4°F to 163.4°F (-43°C to 73°C)  
10% to 95%, non-condensing at  
84.2°F (29°C)  
5% to 95%, non-condensing at  
100.4 °F (38°C)  
Altitude  
Shock  
Up to 10,000 ft (3,048 m)  
20G for 11ms  
40,000 ft (12,192m)  
33G for 11ms  
Vibration  
Sine sweep: 1.0G at 5-500-5 Hz  
for 15 minutes  
Sine sweep; 2.4G at 5-500-5 Hz  
for 15 minutes  
Random: 0.5G at 5-500 Hz  
for 60 minutes  
Random: 1.12G at 5-500 Hz  
for 30 minutes  
Air flow  
86 °F (30°C) Ambient: Approx. 3CFM None required  
104°F (40°C) Ambient: Approx.  
9CFM  
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Architectural specification  
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Architectural specification  
The SAN I/O Module meets the specifications shown in Table 8.  
TABLE 8 Architecture  
Feature  
Scalability  
Description  
Full-fabric architecture with maximum of 239 switches  
32 switches, 7 hops  
Certified maximum  
Performance  
1.063 Gbit/sec line speed, full duplex  
2.125 Gbit/sec line speed, full duplex  
Fabric latency  
<2.1 µsec with no contention  
(Fabric Switch Mode only)  
Maximum frame size  
Class of service  
2112-byte payload  
Class 2  
Class 3  
Class F (interswitch frames)  
Port types  
FL_Port  
F_Port  
E_Port  
N_Port  
Fabric services  
Simple Name Server, Registered State Change Notification  
(Fabric Switch Mode only)  
Supported HBAs  
For a complete list of interoperable hardware, visit the Brocade Connect Web site at:  
and follow the links to the latest compatibility matrix. From the main page, select Technical  
Resource Center, then Documentation Library. Finally, choose Compatibility and Scalability  
Information.  
For more information 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  
information is available at:  
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Regulatory compliance  
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Regulatory compliance  
This section describes the regulatory compliance requirements for the Brocade 4424.  
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.  
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and  
used in accordance with the instruction manual, might cause harmful interference to radio  
communications. 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.  
MIC Statement (Republic of Korea)  
VCCI statement (Japan)  
This is a Class A product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by  
Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this equipment is used in a domestic environment,  
radio disturbance might arise. When such trouble occurs, the user might be required to take  
corrective actions.  
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BSMI statement (Republic of Taiwan)  
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CE 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.  
The standards compliance label on the Switch 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 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  
Canadian requirements  
This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing  
Equipment Regulations, ICES-003 Class A.  
Laser compliance  
This equipment contains Class 1 laser products and complies with FDA Radiation Performance  
Standards, 21 CFR Subchapter I and the international laser safety standard IEC 825-2.  
CAUTION  
Use only optical transceivers that are qualified by Brocade Communications Systems, 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.  
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Environmental regulation compliance  
This section describes the China ROHS environmental regulatory compliance requirements for the  
SAN I/O Module.  
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.  
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⊩NJⱘ  
㽕∖DŽ  
Environmental Protection Use Period (EPUP) Disclaimer  
In no event do the EPUP logos shown on the product and FRU's alter or expand that warranty that  
Brocade provides with respect to its products as set forth in the applicable contract between  
Brocade and its customer. Brocade hereby disclaims all other warranties and representations with  
respect to the information contained on this CD including the implied warranties of merchantability,  
fitness for a particular purposes and non-infringement.  
The EPUP assumes that the product will be used under normal conditions in accordance with the  
operating manual of the product.  
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ⱘᬍ㺙ѻકЁˈгϡӮᇍ  
Brocade  
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TS/HS Dual Language Sheet  
In accordance with China's Management Measures on the Control of Pollution caused by Electronic  
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.  
China ROHS Hazardous Substances/Toxic Substances (HS/TS) Concentration Chart  
Name of the  
Component  
Hazardous/Toxic Substance/Elements  
Lead (PB)  
Mercury  
(Hg)  
Cadium  
(CD)  
Hexavalent  
Chromium  
(CR6+)  
Polybrominated  
Biphenyl (PBB)  
Polybrominated  
Diphenyl Ether  
(PBDE)  
Fibre Channel  
Switch  
X
O
O
O
O
O
PCBA cards  
X
X
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
SFPs (optical  
cable  
connectors)  
Sheet Metal  
X
X
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
Mechanical  
brackets and  
Slides  
Software/  
Documentation  
CDs  
O
O
O
O
O
O
X indicates that the concentration of such hazardous/toxic substance in all the units of  
homogeneous material of such component is higher than the SJ/T11363-2006 Requirements for  
Concentration Limits.  
O indicates that no such substances are used or that the concentration is within the  
aforementioned limits.  
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CHINA ROHS᳝ᆇ⠽䋼/᳝↦⠽䋼(HS/TS)䰤䞣߫㸼  
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(ֵᙃѻϮ䚼㄀39োҸ)ˈᴀ݀ৌᦤկҹϟ᳝݇ѻકЁৃ㛑৿᳝ⱘ᳝ᆇ⠽(HS)ⱘৡ⿄ঞ৿䞣∈ᑇⱘ  
ֵᙃDŽ  
Џ㽕䚼ӊৡ⿄  
᳝ᆇ/᳝↦⠽䋼៪
ܗ
㋴  
݁Ӌ䫀  
˄CR6+˅  
䪙 ∲  
˄PB˅ ˄Hg˅  
CD  
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໮⒈㘨㣃  
˄PBB˅  
໮⒈Ѡ㣃䝮  
BDE˅  
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X
X
O
O
O
O
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O
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O
O
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㒓䏃ᵓ䚼ӊ  
SFP˄
ܝ
㑸᥹  
༈˅  
X
O
O
O
O
O
䩷䞥ӊ  
ᴎẄᬃᶊঞ⒥䔼  
䕃ӊ/᭛ḷ
ܝ
Ⲭ  
X
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
X
㸼⼎ℸ㉏䚼ӊ
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ৠ䋼ᴤ᭭Ёⱘ᳝/᳝↦৿䞣催ѢSJ/T11363-2006ⱘ䰤䞣㽕∖DŽ  
㸼⼎᳾Փ⫼ℸ㉏⠽䋼៪݊৿䞣ԢѢϞ䗄䰤䞣㽕∖DŽ  
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Regulatory certifications  
Table 9 lists the safety and EMC (electromagnetic compatibility) specifications for which the Switch  
is certified.  
TABLE 9  
Country  
EMC certifications  
Safety specification  
EMC specification  
Argentina  
IEC 60950-1:2001  
IEC 60825-1:1993+A1+A2  
Australia and New Zealand  
Canada  
EN55022:2006 Class A  
CSA 108.8 Class A  
CSA60950-1-03 1st Ed.  
GB4943-1995  
China (power supply only)  
GB9254-1998  
GB17625.1  
European Union  
EN 60950:92  
EN55022:2006 Class A  
+A1:93+A2:93+A3:95+A4:96+A11:97  
73/23/EEC  
EN60825-1:1994/A11, -2  
TUV (Germany only)  
IEC 60950+A1+A2+A3+A4+A11  
(NEMKO CB Report) (Norway only)  
(Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Czech  
Republic, Denmark, Estonia,  
Finland, France, Germany,  
Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy,  
Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg,  
Malta, Poland, Portugal,  
Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain,  
Sweden, The Netherlands, and  
United Kingdom)  
EN 55024 (Immunity)  
EN 61000-4-2 Electrostatic Discharge  
EN 61000-4-3 Radiated Fields  
EN 61000-4-4 Electrical Fast Transients  
EN 61000-4-5 Surge Voltage  
EN 61000-4-6 Conducted Emissions  
EN 61000-4-8 Magnetic Fields  
EN 61000-4-11 Voltage Dips and Interruptions  
EN 61000-3-2 Limits for Harmonic Current Emissions  
EN 61000-3-3 Flicker  
International  
Japan  
IEC 60950+A1+A2+A3+A4+A11  
IEC 60950+A1+A2+A3+A4+A11  
EN55022 Class A  
EN55022 Class A  
EN 61000-3-2 Harmonics (JEIDA Limits)  
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TABLE 9  
EMC certifications (Continued)  
Country  
Safety specification  
EMC specification  
Republic of Korea  
KN24  
KN22  
Russia  
GOST R IEC 60950-2002  
UL 60950-1 1st Ed.  
GOST R 51318.22-99 (Class A)  
GOST R 51318.24-99  
GOST R 51317.3.2-99  
GOST R 51317.3.3-99  
Taiwan (power supply only)  
United States  
CNS13438  
EN55022 Class A  
FCC Part 15, Subpart B (CFR title 47), Class A  
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D
F
Fibre Channel Association, xi  
A
E
B
F
C
commands  
full fabric switch mode  
H
I
interpreting  
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IP address  
K
R
L
S
SAN I/O Module  
LED activity  
M
N
O
P
ports  
T
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