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Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Appendix A Brocade 6505 configuration 8 Providing power to the switch 8 Creating a serial connection 8 Switch IP address 9 Date and time settings 10 Brocade Inter-Switch Link Trunking 13 Brocade Switch Status Policy 13 Fabric OS Native and Access Gateway modes 13 Disabling and enabling Access Gateway mode 14 Brocade 6505 Operation In this chapter 17 Powering the Brocade 6505 on and off 17...
Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Appendix A Brocade 6505 configuration 8 Providing power to the switch 8 Creating a serial connection 8 Switch IP address 9 Date and time settings 10 Brocade Inter-Switch Link Trunking 13 Brocade Switch Status Policy 13 Fabric OS Native and Access Gateway modes 13 Disabling and enabling Access Gateway mode 14 Brocade 6505 Operation In this chapter 17 Powering the Brocade 6505 on and off 17...
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... Fans" provides procedures for removing and replacing the field-replaceable units (FRUs). • Appendix A, "Brocade 6505 Specifications" provides tables of the switch. • Chapter 2, "Brocade 6505 Installation and Configuration" provides the information needed to install the switch in your network. • Chapter 3, "Brocade 6505 Operation" discusses the day-to help you find the information that you want as...
... Fans" provides procedures for removing and replacing the field-replaceable units (FRUs). • Appendix A, "Brocade 6505 Specifications" provides tables of the switch. • Chapter 2, "Brocade 6505 Installation and Configuration" provides the information needed to install the switch in your network. • Chapter 3, "Brocade 6505 Operation" discusses the day-to help you find the information that you want as...
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... the following information available: 1. Corporation Red Hat, Inc. To expedite your switch support supplier for a user ID and password. General Information • Switch model • Switch operating system version • Error numbers and messages received x Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002449-01 Brocade resources To get up-to-the-minute information, go to http://my...
... the following information available: 1. Corporation Red Hat, Inc. To expedite your switch support supplier for a user ID and password. General Information • Switch model • Switch operating system version • Error numbers and messages received x Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002449-01 Brocade resources To get up-to-the-minute information, go to http://my...
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...wwn command because the switch is located on the switch ID pull-out tab located inside the chassis on the port side on the serial number label, as the serial number. Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual xi 53-1002449-01 Brocade 6505 serial number The switch serial number and ...corresponding bar code are provided on the left. In addition, the chassisShow command displays the Brocade 6505 serial number, as well as possible about the...
...wwn command because the switch is located on the switch ID pull-out tab located inside the chassis on the port side on the serial number label, as the serial number. Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual xi 53-1002449-01 Brocade 6505 serial number The switch serial number and ...corresponding bar code are provided on the left. In addition, the chassisShow command displays the Brocade 6505 serial number, as well as possible about the...
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... the creation of the Brocade 6505 4 Brocade 6505 overview The Brocade 6505 is a 24-port auto-sensing 2, 4, 8, or 16 Gbps Fibre Channel (FC) switch that delivers the latest Brocade single-chip architecture for redundancy. The Brocade 6505 is a small-to 24 auto-sensing ports of -use advantages. The Brocade 6505 provides up to handle additional N_Ports instead of switches. Switches in AG mode are...
... the creation of the Brocade 6505 4 Brocade 6505 overview The Brocade 6505 is a 24-port auto-sensing 2, 4, 8, or 16 Gbps Fibre Channel (FC) switch that delivers the latest Brocade single-chip architecture for redundancy. The Brocade 6505 is a small-to 24 auto-sensing ports of -use advantages. The Brocade 6505 provides up to handle additional N_Ports instead of switches. Switches in AG mode are...
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...set for diagnostics. • Airflow is accomplished at 667 MHz, with integrated peripherals. 2 Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002449-01 Adaptive Networking with the optional Integrated Routing license. Platform ...Brocade 6505 overview • Universal ports self-configure as E, F, or M ports. ISL Trunking - Brocade Extended Fabrics - Server Application Optimization (SAO) • Support for Access Gateway configuration where server ports connected to eight ports (at 16 Gbps. D-port functionality is also available for port side exhaust. • Inter-Switch...
...set for diagnostics. • Airflow is accomplished at 667 MHz, with integrated peripherals. 2 Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002449-01 Adaptive Networking with the optional Integrated Routing license. Platform ...Brocade 6505 overview • Universal ports self-configure as E, F, or M ports. ISL Trunking - Brocade Extended Fabrics - Server Application Optimization (SAO) • Support for Access Gateway configuration where server ports connected to eight ports (at 16 Gbps. D-port functionality is also available for port side exhaust. • Inter-Switch...
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...corresponding port status LEDs. Port side of the Brocade 6505 The port side of the Brocade 6505. Port side of the Brocade 6505 1 • An RJ45 10/100 BaseT Ethernet system management port, in the base model. Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 3 53-1002449-01 A second... assembly is available for configuration uploads and downloads. • One power supply and fan assembly in conjunction with Brocade EZSwitchSetup, that supports switch IP address discovery and configuration, ...
...corresponding port status LEDs. Port side of the Brocade 6505 The port side of the Brocade 6505. Port side of the Brocade 6505 1 • An RJ45 10/100 BaseT Ethernet system management port, in the base model. Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 3 53-1002449-01 A second... assembly is available for configuration uploads and downloads. • One power supply and fan assembly in conjunction with Brocade EZSwitchSetup, that supports switch IP address discovery and configuration, ...
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... receptacle (with LEDs 6 Serial console port 3 USB port 7 Switch ID pull-out tab 4 FC ports 0-3 (all LEDs above) 8 FC ports 4-7 FIGURE 1 Port side of the Brocade 6505 4 Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002449-01 Nonport side of the Brocade 6505 Figure 2 shows the nonport side of the Brocade 6505, which contains the power supply (including the AC power...
... receptacle (with LEDs 6 Serial console port 3 USB port 7 Switch ID pull-out tab 4 FC ports 0-3 (all LEDs above) 8 FC ports 4-7 FIGURE 1 Port side of the Brocade 6505 4 Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002449-01 Nonport side of the Brocade 6505 Figure 2 shows the nonport side of the Brocade 6505, which contains the power supply (including the AC power...
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... ordered from your switch retailer. • In an EIA cabinet using a slim rail rack mount kit. Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 5 53-1002449-01 Chapter Brocade 6505 Installation and Configuration 2 In this chapter •Items included with the Brocade 6505 5 •Installation and safety considerations 5 •Standalone installation for a Brocade 6505 7 •Cabinet installation for a Brocade 6505 8 •Brocade 6505 configuration 8 •Fabric...
... ordered from your switch retailer. • In an EIA cabinet using a slim rail rack mount kit. Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 5 53-1002449-01 Chapter Brocade 6505 Installation and Configuration 2 In this chapter •Items included with the Brocade 6505 5 •Installation and safety considerations 5 •Standalone installation for a Brocade 6505 7 •Cabinet installation for a Brocade 6505 8 •Brocade 6505 configuration 8 •Fabric...
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...hour (44 cubic feet/minute) of airflow is available for the Brocade 6505 use standard rails to a branch circuit, such as an earthquake. 2 Installation and safety considerations Electrical considerations To install and operate the switch successfully, ensure the following: • The primary outlet is ...at least one of these kits. Do not rely on a secondary connection to install the Brocade 6505 in a rack; Environmental considerations For successful installation and operation of the switch, ensure that the following environmental requirements are met. Be sure to use one rack unit (...
...hour (44 cubic feet/minute) of airflow is available for the Brocade 6505 use standard rails to a branch circuit, such as an earthquake. 2 Installation and safety considerations Electrical considerations To install and operate the switch successfully, ensure the following: • The primary outlet is ...at least one of these kits. Do not rely on a secondary connection to install the Brocade 6505 in a rack; Environmental considerations For successful installation and operation of the switch, ensure that the following environmental requirements are met. Be sure to use one rack unit (...
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... being bent to less than the minimum bend radius. • If you are free of the switch to install the Brocade 6505 as HyperTerminal • An unused IP address and corresponding subnet mask and gateway address • A serial cable (provided) if not using cable channels ...on the sides of the cabinet or patch panels to which they are connected. • Keep LEDs visible by trunking groups. Place the switch on page 5. Standalone installation for a Brocade 6505 2 Cables can damage the optic fibers. • Plan for rack space required for cable management before installing the...
... being bent to less than the minimum bend radius. • If you are free of the switch to install the Brocade 6505 as HyperTerminal • An unused IP address and corresponding subnet mask and gateway address • A serial cable (provided) if not using cable channels ...on the sides of the cabinet or patch panels to which they are connected. • Keep LEDs visible by trunking groups. Place the switch on page 5. Standalone installation for a Brocade 6505 2 Cables can damage the optic fibers. • Plan for rack space required for cable management before installing the...
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...to connect the cords to power sources on . 3. If using a serial connection. 8 Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002449-01 ATTENTION Power is supplied to the switch as soon as a standalone switch, it is complete, and then change to green. After POST is connected and turned on...is complete, verify that the cords have set the IP address, see "Brocade 6505 configuration." Cabinet installation for a Brocade 6505 4. Ensure that the switch power and status LEDs on the power supplies by flipping both AC switches to the "I" symbol. Power on the left of the port side of ...
...to connect the cords to power sources on . 3. If using a serial connection. 8 Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002449-01 ATTENTION Power is supplied to the switch as soon as a standalone switch, it is complete, and then change to green. After POST is connected and turned on...is complete, verify that the cords have set the IP address, see "Brocade 6505 configuration." Cabinet installation for a Brocade 6505 4. Ensure that the switch power and status LEDs on the power supplies by flipping both AC switches to the "I" symbol. Power on the left of the port side of ...
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...(which is enabled by way of the switch. switch:admin> ipaddrset Ethernet IP Address [192.168.74.102]: Ethernet Subnetmask [255.255.255.0]: Gateway IP Address [192.168.74.1]: DHCP [Off]: off Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 9 53-1002449-01 Brocade 6505 configuration 2 Complete the following string at ...IPv6. Log in use, use a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server to the switch using TIP, enter the following example, the next line appears. When you can configure the Brocade 6505 with a static IP address, or you enter a new IP address and press Enter ...
...(which is enabled by way of the switch. switch:admin> ipaddrset Ethernet IP Address [192.168.74.102]: Ethernet Subnetmask [255.255.255.0]: Gateway IP Address [192.168.74.1]: DHCP [Off]: off Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 9 53-1002449-01 Brocade 6505 configuration 2 Complete the following string at ...IPv6. Log in use, use a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server to the switch using TIP, enter the following example, the next line appears. When you can configure the Brocade 6505 with a static IP address, or you enter a new IP address and press Enter ...
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... local time zone setup and is reflected in local time calculations. • By default, all switches are in the GMT time zone (0,0). a Brocade 6505 with the named options, the switch retains the offset time zone settings. For more information about the tsTimeZone command, refer to the ...zones You can synchronize the local time of the principal or primary fabric configuration server (FCS) switch to a maximum of hours offset from the principal or primary FCS switch. 10 Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002449-01 To keep the time zone setup at the default setting. ...
... local time zone setup and is reflected in local time calculations. • By default, all switches are in the GMT time zone (0,0). a Brocade 6505 with the named options, the switch retains the offset time zone settings. For more information about the tsTimeZone command, refer to the ...zones You can synchronize the local time of the principal or primary fabric configuration server (FCS) switch to a maximum of hours offset from the principal or primary FCS switch. 10 Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002449-01 To keep the time zone setup at the default setting. ...
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... and will be set the time zone once on the Principal or Primary switch are 01 through 2069). The default value LOCL will not be possible to select the country location of the switch. Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 11 53-1002449-01 Setting the date 1. valid values ...are propagated to store the list of all switches for Fabric OS v5.3.0 and later. switch:admin> date Fri Sep 29 17:01:48 UTC...
... and will be set the time zone once on the Principal or Primary switch are 01 through 2069). The default value LOCL will not be possible to select the country location of the switch. Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 11 53-1002449-01 Setting the date 1. valid values ...are propagated to store the list of all switches for Fabric OS v5.3.0 and later. switch:admin> date Fri Sep 29 17:01:48 UTC...
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...the clock server. At the prompt, select a country location from the list that time zone rules can be able to the switch using interactive mode. 1. 2 Brocade 6505 configuration 1. Please identify a location so that appears or Ctrl-D to US/Central. At the prompt, enter the appropriate number from... to quit. 4. Enter the tsClockServer command: switch:admin> tsclockserver "" In the syntax ntp1 is LOCL, which the switch must be set the time zone by itself display the current time zone. Updated with the NTP servers 12 Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002449-01 Enter the...
...the clock server. At the prompt, select a country location from the list that time zone rules can be able to the switch using interactive mode. 1. 2 Brocade 6505 configuration 1. Please identify a location so that appears or Ctrl-D to US/Central. At the prompt, enter the appropriate number from... to quit. 4. Enter the tsClockServer command: switch:admin> tsclockserver "" In the syntax ntp1 is LOCL, which the switch must be set the time zone by itself display the current time zone. Updated with the NTP servers 12 Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002449-01 Enter the...
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...switch, Brocade recommends changing the configuration to all switches in either Fabric OS Native mode or Brocade Access Gateway mode. The example shows the default settings of ISLs between adjacent switches. Up to eight FC ports on their health. Fabric OS Native and Access Gateway modes The Brocade 6505... and Bad Fans. Brocade Switch Status Policy Brocade switch status policy is optional software that monitors different switch parameters such as power supplies, fan units, and so forth and provides switch status based on the Brocade 6505 can use the switchStatusPolicyShow...
...switch, Brocade recommends changing the configuration to all switches in either Fabric OS Native mode or Brocade Access Gateway mode. The example shows the default settings of ISLs between adjacent switches. Up to eight FC ports on their health. Fabric OS Native and Access Gateway modes The Brocade 6505... and Bad Fans. Brocade Switch Status Policy Brocade switch status policy is optional software that monitors different switch parameters such as power supplies, fan units, and so forth and provides switch status based on the Brocade 6505 can use the switchStatusPolicyShow...
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... ports. However, these as the zone and security databases. • Enabling Access Gateway mode is disruptive because the switch is disabled and rebooted. 14 Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002449-01 For a list of F_Ports mapped to N_Ports by using N_Port ID Virtualization (NPIV).... connecting it requires a fabric to support NPIV. • Fabric OS features available to the Brocade 6505 depend on whether the switch is not available for each mode, refer to the Brocade Access Gateway Administrator's Guide. • In Access Gateway mode, cascading is configured in Access ...
... ports. However, these as the zone and security databases. • Enabling Access Gateway mode is disruptive because the switch is disabled and rebooted. 14 Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 53-1002449-01 For a list of F_Ports mapped to N_Ports by using N_Port ID Virtualization (NPIV).... connecting it requires a fabric to support NPIV. • Fabric OS features available to the Brocade 6505 depend on whether the switch is not available for each mode, refer to the Brocade Access Gateway Administrator's Guide. • In Access Gateway mode, cascading is configured in Access ...
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...a disabled state. 4. Enter switchDisable to the Brocade Access Gateway Administrator's Guide. switch:admin> ag --modeshow Access Gateway mode is enabled. Enter the ag --modeshow command to verify that Access Gateway mode is NOT enabled Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 15 53-1002449-01 To ...rejoin the switch to the core fabric, refer to disable the switch. Enter the ag --modeshow command to verify that no zoning or Admin...
...a disabled state. 4. Enter switchDisable to the Brocade Access Gateway Administrator's Guide. switch:admin> ag --modeshow Access Gateway mode is enabled. Enter the ag --modeshow command to verify that Access Gateway mode is NOT enabled Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 15 53-1002449-01 To ...rejoin the switch to the core fabric, refer to disable the switch. Enter the ag --modeshow command to verify that no zoning or Admin...
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... specifications 21 •Interpreting POST results 22 •Brocade 6505 maintenance 23 •Brocade 6505 management 25 Powering the Brocade 6505 on and off Complete the following steps to power off the Brocade 6505. 1. These steps apply to O. Enter the sysShutDown command. Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 17 53-1002449-01 The switch runs POST by default each time it can...
... specifications 21 •Interpreting POST results 22 •Brocade 6505 maintenance 23 •Brocade 6505 management 25 Powering the Brocade 6505 on and off Complete the following steps to power off the Brocade 6505. 1. These steps apply to O. Enter the sysShutDown command. Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual 17 53-1002449-01 The switch runs POST by default each time it can...