• Chapter 2, “Installing the Brocade 6545 16 Gbps FC Switch Module,” provides shipping carton contents, safety information, and set-up instructions for installing the device into the Fujitsu PRIMERGY XXX chassis. • Chapter 3, “Configuring the Brocade 6545 16 Gbps FC Switch Module,”enables you to perform...
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Licenses ............10 Brocade 6545 16 Gbps FC Switch Module features The Brocade 6545 Gen5 16 Gbps FC Switch Module is a 26-port, 16-Gbps Fibre Channel embedded switch that is designed to work in the Fujitsu PRIMERGY BX900 S2 and BX400 Blade Servers.
Hardware features and functionality Hardware features and functionality The Brocade 6545 16 Gbps FC Switch Module can be managed through the Fujitsu PRIMERGY BX900 S2 and BX400 Blade Servers and standard Brocade management methods, such as the command-line interface (CLI), and the Brocade Web Tools user interface.
When the switch is in Access Gateway mode it can only be directly connected to storage array if and only if at least one other N_port on the same switch is connected to a SAN network.Access Gateway cannot be connected directly into a storage array. Brocade 6545 Gen5 16-Gbps FC Switch Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1003184-01...
One green or amber LED to indicate module status. One blue LED to locate and identify the module. Refer to “Interpreting LED activity” on page 38 for details about the Switch Module LEDs. Brocade 6545 Gen5 16-Gbps FC Switch Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1003184-01...
TABLE 1 Ports available with static POD Port licensing External ports Internal ports Base 19, 20, 21, 22 1 through 10 0, 23, 24, 25 11 through 18 Brocade 6545 Gen5 16-Gbps FC Switch Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1003184-01...
The Switch Module has a Reset button, which is a small, recessed micro-switch that is accessed by inserting a pin (or an object of similar size) in the small hole. Depress the Reset button for up to 5 seconds to reboot the Switch Module. Brocade 6545 Gen5 16-Gbps FC Switch Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1003184-01...
Non-port side, as viewed from the top 1. I/O module handle. Pressing the handle’s release latch opens the handle to install and remove the module from the Blade Server chassis. 2. Backplane connectors Brocade 6545 Gen5 16-Gbps FC Switch Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1003184-01...
For optical ports, SFP+ fiber-optic transceivers that convert electrical signals to optical signals, and optical signals to electrical signals, are used. Each 16 Gbps SFP+ optical transceiver is capable of transmitting at 4, 8 Gbps or 16 Gbps speeds. Brocade 6545 Gen5 16-Gbps FC Switch Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1003184-01...
Only the external ports are available for trunking. The Enterprise model includes the trunking licenses. Models available Brocade 6545 16 Gbps FC Switch Module is available in two models: the Base model and the Enterprise model. • Base model Brocade 6545 Gen5 16-Gbps FC Switch Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1003184-01...
Drives consistency across the fabric and minimizes Access Gateway mode downtime. It simplifies and automates configuration and administrative tasks. NOTE A bundle license is also supported which includes ISL, FV, and EXF. Brocade 6545 Gen5 16-Gbps FC Switch Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1003184-01...
5. After ensuring that standard electrostatic device (ESD) precautions are made, slide the switch out of the antistatic sleeve. Refer to the Operating Manual that comes with your Fujitsu PRIMERGY BX900 S2 or PRIMERGY BX400 Blade Server for additional instructions.
To help ensure proper cooling, performance, and system reliability, make sure the following requirements are met: • Each of the I/O module bays at the rear of the Fujitsu PRIMERGY BX900 S2 or BX400 Blade Server contains either a switch or a filler blade. •...
Electrical considerations The Brocade 6545 16 Gbps FC Switch Module requires 52 watts nominal (maximum of 68 watts), which is provided by the Fujitsu PRIMERGY BX900 S2 or BX400 Blade Server. No other power requirement or provision exists. Environmental considerations Ensure proper cooling and ventilation by verifying the following: •...
1. Unpack the Brocade 6545 16 Gbps FC Switch Module from its shipping box, as described in “Unpacking the Switch Module” on page 11. 2. Verify that the Fujitsu PRIMERGY BX900 S2 or BX400 Blade Server I/O module bay into which the Switch Module is being inserted is empty. NOTE The Brocade 6545 16 Gbps FC Switch Module is designed to work in specific I/O module bays in the Fujitsu PRIMERGY BX900 S2 and BX400 Blade Servers.
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Inserting the Switch Module in the blade server A maximum of three Switch Modules can be installed in the Fujitsu PRIMERGY BX400 Blade Server. When inserting a Switch Module in the Fujitsu PRIMERGY BX400 Blade Server, use I/O module bays 2 through 4, as shown in...
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6. Push the release lever inward until the release latch clicks into place. This locks the Switch Module in the Fujitsu PRIMERGY BX900 S2 or BX400 Blade Server I/O module bay. Locking the Switch Module in the I/O module bay provides power (if the power is on in the Fujitsu PRIMERGY BX900 S2 or BX400 Blade Server) and activates (powers on) the Switch Module and the LEDs.
Use minimal pressure when you insert an SFP+ optical transceiver in the port. Forcing the transceiver into the port can cause damage to the transceiver or the Switch Module port. • You can insert or remove an SFP+ optical transceiver while the Fujitsu PRIMERGY BX900 S2 or BX400 Blade Server is powered on. •...
Route the cable away from places where it can be snagged by other devices in the rack. • Do not overtighten the cable straps or bend the cables to a radius of less than 38 mm (1.5 in.). Brocade 6545 Gen5 16-Gbps FC Switch Module Hardware Reference Guide 53-1003184-01...
For instructions specific to a cable type, refer to the cable manufacturer’s documentation. The cables used in trunking groups must meet specific requirements. For a list of these requirements, refer to the Fabric OS Administrator’s Guide. Brocade 6545 Gen5 16-Gbps FC Switch Module Hardware Reference Guide 53-1003184-01...
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Inserting SFP+ optical transceivers and cables Brocade 6545 Gen5 16-Gbps FC Switch Module Hardware Reference Guide 53-1003184-01...
The following items are required for configuring and connecting the Brocade 6545 16 Gbps FC Switch Module for use in a network and fabric: • A Brocade 6545 16 Gbps FC Switch Module installed in a Fujitsu PRIMERGY BX900 S2 or BX400 Blade Server I/O module bay. •...
Brocade Fabric OS Administrator’s Guide Brocade Web Tools Administrator’s Guide You can access Fujitsu support documentation by accessing http://manuals.ts.fujitsu.com/ For the Japanese market, you can access Fujitsu support documentation by accessing http://jp.fujitsu.com/platform/server/primergy/manual/ Default roles Attributes of default roles cannot be modified; however, the default roles can be assigned to non-default user accounts.
Methods for setting the IP address • Establishing a Telnet session. NOTE Do not connect the Switch Module to the internal network until the IP address is correctly set for your Ethernet network requirements. Using the CLI menu from the serial console Use the following steps to connect and modify the Embedded Switch Module IP address through the PRIMERGY BX900 S2 Management Blade (MMB) serial console.
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Methods for setting the IP address a. Enter the following command at the command prompt: tip /dev/ttyb - 115200 b. When the terminal application stops reporting information, press Enter to display the login prompt. Enter the user name and password user name admin password admin 4.
Methods for setting the IP address 5. Verify that you are able to log in to the switch. 6. Enter the ipAddrSet command to set the IP address. Follow the on-screen instructions and supply the correct information, as shown in the following example: switch:admin >...
The Brocade 6545 16 Gbps FC Switch Module has two internal ports that interact with the chassis. Once you have successfully set the appropriate IP address of the Brocade 6545 16 Gbps FC Switch Module, you can establish an Ethernet connection using the Fujitsu PRIMERGY BX900 S2 or BX400 Management Blade.
The internal Ethernet connection is the default configuration and no action is required. Figure 6 shows the default port control setting on the Fujitsu PRIMERGY BX900 S2 Management port. FIGURE 6 Fujitsu PRIMERGY BX900 S2 Management Port Control defaults to Internal Port...
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Connecting the Switch Module to the Ethernet network NOTE It could take a few seconds (sometimes up to 20 seconds) for the newly added Switch Module to appear in the fabric display with its newly-assigned domain ID. 4. If you need to install SFP+ optical transceivers, install them in the external Fibre Channel ports as required.
Changing from Fabric OS Native to Access Gateway mode 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 Brocade Fabric OS Command Reference. Changing from Fabric OS Native to Access Gateway mode The Brocade 6545 16 Gbps FC Switch Module ships from the factory in Fabric OS Native mode.
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Changing from Fabric OS Native to Access Gateway mode NOTE It is recommended that you save the current configuration file before converting the Switch 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.
Changing from Access Gateway mode to Fabric Switch mode Enabling Access Gateway mode using the CLI 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.
Backing up the configuration Disabling Access Gateway mode using the CLI Disabling Access Gateway (AG) mode is disruptive because the switch is disabled and rebooted. Disabling AG mode clears the F_Port to N_Port mapping. Always back up the current configuration before enabling or disabling Access Gateway mode.
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Backing up the configuration This command uploads the embedded switch configuration to the server, making it available for downloading to a replacement embedded switch, 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 embedded switch.
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Backing up the configuration Brocade Gen5 6545 16-Gbps FC Switch Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1003184-01...
Fibre Channel features. For more information regarding supported operating systems, refer to the documentation that comes with your Fujitsu PRIMERGY BX900 S2 or BX400 blade server. Accessing the Switch Module The Brocade 6545 16 Gbps FC Switch 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).
19-25 and 0 as N_Port Interpreting POST results Once installed, the Brocade 6545 16 Gbps FC Switch Module is managed by the Fujitsu PRIMERGY BX900 S2 or BX400 Blade Server Management Blade (MMB). For specific information about managing the Switch Module, refer to documentation that comes with your Fujitsu PRIMERGY BX900 S2 or BX400 Blade Server.
Each Brocade 6545 16 Gbps FC Switch Module uses bi-colored external LEDs to indicate operation status, which are identified in Figure 7. After the Switch Module is inserted in a Fujitsu PRIMERGY BX900 S2 or PRIMERGY BX400 Blade Server I/O module bay, the LEDs become active. System status LED...
The system status LEDs flash in various patterns during bootup, POST, or other diagnostic tests. This is normal and does not indicate a problem unless the LEDs do not indicate a healthy state after the boot processes and diagnostic tests are complete. Brocade 6545 Gen5 16-Gbps FC Switch Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1003184-01...
Online. Link is established and port is active. Online is normal, but no port activity. Steady Out of sync (light or signal carrier issue) Slow flashing Disabled, or internal loopback command is run Brocade 6545 Gen5 16-Gbps FC Switch Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1003184-01...
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A switch fatal failure is indicated by a steady amber light. The switch continues to operate after a fatal failure is detected. For detailed information about the fault or failure condition, consult the Fujitsu PRIMERGY BX900 S2 or BX400 Blade Server Management Blade (MMB) error log.
Before beginning this procedure, ensure that you have a replacement Brocade 6545 16 Gbps FC Switch Module or filler blade available because you do not want to leave the slot on the Fujitsu PRIMERGY BX900 S2 OR BX400 Blade Server open for an extended period of time. The slot must be filled with either a replacement Brocade 6545 16 Gbps FC Switch Module or a filler blade to maintain proper airflow.
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10. Establish a connection to the Fujitsu PRIMERGY BX900 S2 or BX400 Blade Server Management Module. Refer to the Operating Manual that comes with your Fujitsu PRIMERGY BX900 S2 or BX400 Blade Server for more information on removing and replacing the Switch Module.
Complete the following steps to remove a license. 1. Enter the licenseShow command to display the active licenses. 2. Issue the licenseRemove command followed by the license key or the feature name. Brocade 6545 Gen5 16-Gbps FC Switch Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1003184-01...
Issue the firmwareDownload command. NOTE When upgrading multiple Switch Modules, complete the following steps on each Switch Module before you upgrade the next one. Brocade 6545 Gen5 16-Gbps FC Switch Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1003184-01...
• Locate the serial number on the label attached to the top of the switch. This label is not visible when the switch is installed in the chassis. Brocade 6545 Gen5 16-Gbps FC Switch Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1003184-01...
(km) that can be configured (assuming a frame size of 2112 bytes). TABLE 16 Configurable distances for extended fabrics 4 Gbps 8 Gbps 16 Gbps 3945 1973 986.25 Brocade 6545 Gen5 16-Gbps FC Switch Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1003184-01...
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Maximum buffer-to-buffer credits per port Maximum long distance support At 4 Gbps: 3945 km (2451.3 miles) At 8 Gbps: 1973 km (1225.96 miles) At 16 Gbps: 986.25 km (612.82 miles) Brocade 6545 Gen5 16-Gbps FC Switch Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1003184-01...
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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. KCC Statement (Republic of Korea) Brocade 6545 Gen5 16-Gbps FC Switch Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1003184-01...
The standards compliance label on the Brocade 6546 16-Gbps FC Switch Module contains the CE mark which indicates that this system conforms to the provisions of the following European Council directives, laws, and standards: Brocade 6545 Gen5 16-Gbps FC Switch Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1003184-01...
The EPUP assumes that the product will be used under normal conditions in accordance with the operating manual of the product. Brocade 6545 Gen5 16-Gbps FC Switch Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1003184-01...
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SJ/T11363-2006 Requirements for Concentration Limits. O indicates that no such substances are used or that the concentration is within the aforementioned limits. Brocade 6545 Gen5 16-Gbps FC Switch Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1003184-01...
1st Ed or latest Statement Canada Bi-Nat UL/CSA 60950-1 ICES-003 Class A cCSAus ICES A and Statement 1st Ed or latest European Union EN60950-1 or latest EN55022 and EN55024 TUV-Typ CE marking Brocade 6545 Gen5 16-Gbps FC Switch Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1003184-01...
Danger notice Danger notice A danger notification calls your attention to a possible hazard that can cause injury or death. The following are the warnings used in this manual. "Gefahr" weist auf eine mögliche Gefährdung hin, die zu Verletzungen oder Tod führen können. Sie finden die folgenden Warnhinweise in diesem Handbuch: Un danger attire votre attention sur un risque possible de blessure ou de décès.
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Ethernet firmwaredownloadstatus connecting to fabric gunzip hardware description licenseshow removing and replacing switchShow serial number version errShow command F_Ports Fabric OS host dependencies Brocade 6545 Gen5 16-Gbps FC Switch Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1003184-01...
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LED patterns results trunking protective foam trunking groups reliability guidelines detail interpretation states types and descriptions serial number LEDs SFPs indicators shipping package normal operation speed, port POST operation states Brocade 6545 Gen5 16-Gbps FC Switch Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1003184-01...
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SFPs switchDisable command switchShow switchShow command system fault system status telnet transceivers part numbers trunking twinax part numbers zoning Brocade 6545 Gen5 16-Gbps FC Switch Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-1003184-01...