Hewlett Packard Enterprise Brocade 32Gb/12 2SFP+ User manual

Brocade 32Gb Fibre Channel SAN
Switch Module for HPE Synergy
User Guide
Part Number: P11206-001
Published: December 2018
Edition: 1

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Contents
Overview.................................................................................................. 6
Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module features ..................................................................................6
Component identification....................................................................................................6
Port side of the Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module..................................................7
Internal ports summary.......................................................................................................7
Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module redundancy ................................................................. 7
Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module models and licensing................................................... 8
ISL trunking groups.......................................................................................................................8
Supported optional software......................................................................................................... 8
Supported SFP transceiver options.............................................................................................. 9
Setup...................................................................................................... 12
Kit contents................................................................................................................................. 12
Installation and safety considerations......................................................................................... 12
Installing multiple switches...............................................................................................12
Electrical considerations.................................................................................................. 12
Environmental considerations ......................................................................................... 12
Installing the Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module......................................................................... 13
HPE Synergy Frame Link Module power verification ......................................................14
Checking LEDs........................................................................................................................... 14
Set the switch Ethernet IP address.............................................................................................15
Using Enclosure Address Pool ........................................................................................15
Using external DHCP....................................................................................................... 15
Setting the IP address manually...................................................................................... 16
Firmware update......................................................................................................................... 17
Configuring the Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module..................................................................... 17
Items required for configuration....................................................................................... 17
Connecting to the CLI...................................................................................................... 18
Setting the date and time................................................................................................. 18
Verifying installed licenses............................................................................................... 19
Modifying the FC domain ID [Optional]............................................................................ 19
Disabling and enabling a switch.......................................................................................20
Disabling and enabling a port...........................................................................................20
Using Dynamic Ports on Demand (DPOD)...................................................................... 20
DPOD commands............................................................................................................ 21
Backing up the configuration............................................................................................22
Managing the Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module................................23
Management features................................................................................................................. 23
Maintaining the Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module..................................................................... 23
Dust covers must be installed in empty ports...................................................................23
Removing SFP/QSFP transceivers..................................................................................23
Diagnostic tests................................................................................................................24
Powering on and off.................................................................................................................... 25
Interpreting LED activity..............................................................................................................25
LED indicators..................................................................................................................25
LED patterns............................................................................................................................... 25
Module status LED patterns.............................................................................................25
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Port link status LED patterns............................................................................................26
POST and boot specifications.....................................................................................................27
POST................................................................................................................................27
Boot..................................................................................................................................27
Interpreting POST results.................................................................................................28
About the reset button.................................................................................................................28
Rebooting the switch........................................................................................................28
Replacing a faulty Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module................................................................. 28
Resources and other information........................................................30
Related information.....................................................................................................................30
Intended audience...................................................................................................................... 30
SAN Switch related documentation............................................................................................ 30
HPE Synergy frame related documentation ...............................................................................30
Document conventions and symbols.......................................................................................... 31
Websites..................................................................................................................................... 32
Support and other resources...............................................................33
Accessing Hewlett Packard Enterprise Support......................................................................... 33
Accessing updates......................................................................................................................33
Customer self repair....................................................................................................................34
Remote support.......................................................................................................................... 34
Warranty information...................................................................................................................34
Regulatory information................................................................................................................35
Documentation feedback............................................................................................................ 35
Electrostatic discharge and grounding recommendations.............. 36
Electrostatic discharge recommendations.................................................................................. 36
Grounding methods.................................................................................................................... 36
SAN Switch technical specifications.................................................. 37
General specifications.................................................................................................................37
Weight and physical dimensions.................................................................................................37
Environmental requirements....................................................................................................... 38
Supported SFPs..........................................................................................................................38
Supported HBAs......................................................................................................................... 38
Glossary.................................................................................................39
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D..................................................................................................................................................40
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Overview
The Brocade 32Gb Fibre Channel SAN Switch Module for HPE Synergy (Brocade 32Gb FC Switch
Module) is an FC switch that supports link speeds of up to 32 Gbps. The Brocade 32Gb FC Switch
Module can operate in a fabric containing multiple switches or it can operate as the only switch in a fabric.
NOTE: In this document, the Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module refers to those Brocade FC switch
modules compatible with the HPE Synergy frame only.
Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module features
The Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module provides the following features:
• Fully integrated, embedded FC SAN design that connects directly to the HPE Synergy frame midplane
• DPOD, which automatically detects port connections, assigns port licenses, and enables ports
• HPE OneView support for monitoring the switch
• Full compatibility with HPE B-series switches and Brocade fabrics
• 24 internal 32 Gbps auto-sensing ports1 with the following characteristic:
◦ Universal self-configuring ports, which are capable of becoming F_Ports (fabric enabled) or
N_Ports
• 16 external 4/8/16/32 Gbps FC SFP ports, 8x SFP+ and 2x QSFP+ ports, with the following
characteristics:
◦ Automatic negotiation to the highest common speed of all devices connected to the port
◦ Port-interface-compatible SFP and QSFP transceivers, both SWL and LWL
◦ Universal self-configuring ports, which are capable of becoming F_Ports, N_Ports, D_Port
(diagnostic port), or E_Ports (expansion ports)
• Heterogeneous support for mixed storage fabrics
• Power supplies controlled by the Synergy frame
• Hot-swap capability
• Compatibility with redundant and dual redundant switch configurations in Synergy frame
• Hot code activation
• Real-time clock
• SFP/QSFP port monitoring
• The switches come with 32Gb SW SFP+s; the 12-Port Model comes with 2 and the 20-Port Models
come with 4.
Component identification
Figure 1: Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module components on page 7 identifies the physical
components of the Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module.
112 internal ports available with Dual-port 16Gb or 32Gb FC Mezzanine cards
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2 3 4 5
Figure 1: Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module components
1. Midplane connector 2. UID LED
3. Health LED 4. Installation handle
5. Reset button
Port side of the Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module
Figure 2: External ports on page 7 identifies the Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module external ports
(ports 32 through 35, ports 25 through 31 with port 0, and ports 36 through 39).
1 2 3
Figure 2: External ports
1. Port Group A (ports 32 through 35)
2. Port Group B (ports 25 through 31 and 0)
3. Port Group A (port 36 through 39)
NOTE: For complete information on Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module LEDs, see Interpreting LED
activity on page 25.
Internal ports summary
24 logical internal ports (numbered 1 through 24) connect sequentially to server bays 1 through 12 with
the enclosure midplane. Ports 13 through 24 are not accessible at this time but are included for future
product enhancements. Compute module bay 1 is connected to Switch Port 1, Compute module bay 2 is
connected to Switch port 2, and so forth.
Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module redundancy
The HPE Synergy frame was designed as a no-single-point-of-failure bladed solution. Attributes that
contribute to switch redundancy include:
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• Redundant power and cooling
• Redundant Converged Infrastructural Managers (CIM) to run OneView2 for HPE Synergy frame
management and monitoring the switch. HPE OneView does not manage but monitors the Brocade
32Gb FC Switch Module.
Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module models and licensing
The Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module is available in various models that complement existing HPE
product lines. Models and their specific licenses are as follows:
• Brocade 32Gb/12 2SFP+ Fibre Channel SAN Switch Module for HPE Synergy, integrating 12 active
ports (in any combination of internal and external ports); comes with 2 32Gb SW SFP+s. Software
components include a Full Fabric license, Advanced Web Tools GUI, and Zoning software
• Brocade 32Gb/20 4SFP+ Fibre Channel SAN Switch Module for HPE Synergy, integrating 20 active
ports (in any combination of internal and external ports); comes with 4 32Gb SW SFP+s. Software
components include a Full Fabric license, Advanced Web Tools GUI, and Zoning software
• Brocade 32Gb/20 4SFP+ PowerPack+ Fibre Channel SAN Switch Module for HPE Synergy,
integrating 20 active ports (in any combination of internal and external ports); comes with 4 32Gb SW
SFP+s. Software components include a Full Fabric license, Advanced Web Tools GUI, and Zoning
software, plus these additional software options:
◦ Fabric Vision
◦ ISL Trunking
◦ Extended Fabrics
NOTE: Adaptive Networking features are included by default in all Fabric OS releases for the Brocade
32Gb FC Switch Module and do not require a separate license.
IMPORTANT: Upgrade the Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module by purchasing optional licenses. To
learn how to add a license, see the latest version of the Fabric OS Software Licensing Guide.
ISL trunking groups
If your Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module is licensed for ISL trunking, use the port groups available on the
switch to create trunk groups.
All ports of a trunk group must belong to the same port group as shown in Figure 2: External ports on
page 7.
NOTE: ISL Trunking is optional software that allows you to create trunking groups of ISLs between
adjacent switches. ISL trunking is available on the Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module Power Pack+ model,
or by purchasing the optional license described in Supported optional software on page 8. For more
information about trunking, see the latest version of the Fabric OS Administrator Guide.
Supported optional software
Table 1: Optional software on page 9 lists the optional software kits and licenses, which can be
activated by purchasing a license key.
2HPE OneView is the management application that supports and manages the HPE Synergy Frame and all
managed devices used in the frame.
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NOTE:
• Availability of optional components may change.
• Most licenses mentioned below are available as both E-Delivery and physical, with E-Delivery as the
default option.
Table 1: Optional software
Option
Brocade 32Gb Fibre Channel SAN Switch Module Power Pack+ E-LTU for HPE
Synergy1
Brocade 32Gb Fibre Channel SAN Switch Module 8-port Upgrade E-LTU for
HPE Synergy
1 To obtain Fabric Vision, ISL Trunking or Extended Fabric features, the Power Pack+ license must be purchased.
NOTE: For the latest information on supported software components, see the Product QuickSpecs
available at the website: http://www.hpe.com/support/hpesc.
Supported SFP transceiver options
Table 2: Supported QSFP on page 9 and Table 3: Supported SFPs on page 9 lists the supported
transceivers. Table 4: Optical cables on page 10 lists the supported optical cables.
Table 2: Supported QSFP
Option
4x16Gb and 4x32Gb FC Optical Transceivers (QSFP)
HPE B-series 4x16 SW QSFP Transceiver and HPE B-series 4x32Gb SW QSFP Transceiver
Table 3: Supported SFPs
Option
16Gb and 32Gb Optical Transceivers (SFP+)
HPE B-series 16Gb SFP+ Short Wave Transceiver
HPE B-series 16Gb LW 25 km FC SFP 1-pack Transceiver
HPE B-series 16Gb SFP+ Long Wave 10 km Transceiver
HPE B-series 32Gb SFP+ Short Wave Transceiver
HPE B-series 32Gb SFP+ Long Wave Transceiver
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Table 4: Optical cables
Option
QSFP to 4xLC Breakout Cables
HPE Premier Flex MPO to 4xLC 5 m Cable
HPE Premier Flex MPO to 4xLC 15 m Cable
HPE Premier Flex MPO to 4xLC 30 m Cable
HPE Premier Flex MPO to 4xLC 50 m Cable
OM4 MPO/MPO Multi-mode Cables
HPE Premier Flex MPO/MPO OM4 12f 1 m Cable
HPE Premier Flex MPO/MPO OM4 12f 2 m Cable
HPE Premier Flex MPO/MPO OM4 12f 5 m Cable
HPE Premier Flex MPO/MPO OM4 12f 10 m Cable
HPE Premier Flex MPO/MPO OM4 12f 50 m Cable
HPE Premier Flex MPO/MPO OM4 12f 15 m Cable
HPE Premier Flex MPO/MPO OM4 12f 30 m Cable
HPE Premier Flex MPO/MPO OM4 12f 100 m Cable
OM4 LC/LC PremierFlex Cables
HPE Premier Flex LC/LC OM4 2f 1 m Cable
HPE Premier Flex LC/LC OM4 2f 2 m Cable
HPE Premier Flex LC/LC OM4 2f 5 m Cable
HPE Premier Flex LC/LC OM4 2f 15 m Cable
HPE Premier Flex LC/LC OM4 2f 30 m Cable
HPE Premier Flex LC/LC OM4 2f 50 m Cable
OM3 LC/LC Multi-mode Cables
HPE .5 m Multi-mode OM3 LC/LC FC Cable
HPE 1 m Multi-mode OM3 LC/LC FC Cable
HPE 2 m Multi-mode OM3 LC/LC FC Cable
HPE 5 m Multi-mode OM3 LC/LC FC Cable
HPE 15 m Multi-mode OM3 LC/LC FC Cable
HPE 30 m Multi-mode OM3 LC/LC FC Cable
HPE 50 m Multi-mode OM3 LC/LC FC Cable
Table 5: Optic, speed, cable, and distance data transmission ranges on page 11 provides
transceiver, port speed, and cable data transmission ranges.
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Table 5: Optic, speed, cable, and distance data transmission ranges
Transceiver
type
Form
factor
Speed Multimode media Single mode
media 9 µm
50 µm (OM3) 50 µm (OM4)
SWL SFP+ 32 Gbps 70 m (230 ft) 100 m (328 ft) N/A
SFP+ 8 Gbps 150 m (492 ft) 190 m (623 ft) N/A
SFP+ 16 Gbps 100 m (328 ft) 125 m (410 ft) N/A
LWL SFP+ 8, 16, 32 Gbps N/A N/A 10 km (6.2 mi)
ELWL SFP+ 8, 16 Gbps N/A N/A 25 km (15.5 mi)
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Setup
Kit contents
The Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module kit contains:
• Brocade 32Gb Fibre Channel SAN Switch Module for HPE Synergy Quick Start Instructions
• One of the following switch models:
◦ Brocade 32Gb/12 2SFP+ Fibre Channel SAN Switch Module for HPE Synergy
◦ Brocade 32Gb/20 4SFP+ Fibre Channel SAN Switch Module for HPE Synergy
◦ Brocade 32Gb/20 4SFP+ PowerPack+ Fibre Channel SAN Switch Module for HPE Synergy
• HPE B-series SAN Switches and Directors Read Me First document
• HPE Read This First document
• HPE End User License Agreement letter
• Safety, Compliance, and Warranty Information card
• China ROHS substance table
Installation and safety considerations
The Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module installs in the I/O bays in the HPE Synergy frame. For specific
frame requirements, see the appropriate HPE Synergy 12000 Frame Setup and Installation Guide.
Installing multiple switches
If you do not have a DHCP server connected to the HPE Synergy Frame Link Module, install and
configure one Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module at a time. This is required so that Ethernet IP address
conflicts do not occur with duplicate default Ethernet IP addresses.
IMPORTANT: DHCP is enabled by default on this switch. In cases where DHCP is available, IP
address conflicts do not occur, simplifying multiple switch installations. See Using external DHCP
on page 15. See also the most current documentation for interconnects and other HPE Synergy
components at the website: https://www.hpe.com/info/synergy-docs.
Each switch must be assigned a unique Ethernet IP address during configuration. Once the default
Ethernet IP address on the Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module has been changed, you may install
additional Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module in the enclosure.
For help identifying your specific enclosure setup, available connections, and power requirements, see
the appropriate HPE Synergy 12000 Frame Setup and Installation Guide.
Electrical considerations
The Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module requires 70 watts, fully configured including all transceivers,
provided by the enclosure. No other power requirement or provision exists.
Environmental considerations
Ensure proper cooling and ventilation by verifying the following:
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• The air vents on the enclosure are not blocked or restricted.
• The ambient air temperature at the front of the enclosure does not exceed 43°C (109.4°F) while the
switch is operating.
IMPORTANT: The dust covers that ship with your Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module must be
inserted into any ports where SFPs are not installed, to help contain air flow in the Synergy frame.
Installing the Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module
For help identifying your specific enclosure setup and available connections, see the HPE Synergy 12000
Frame Setup and Installation Guide, provided with your enclosure, or the website: https://www.hpe.com/
info/synergy-docs.
Install the Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module into the enclosure:
Procedure
1. Locate the appropriate interconnect bay in the frame.
CAUTION: Properly ground yourself before handling the switch.
NOTE: Populate all frame interconnect bays with an interconnect module or one of the blank panels
provided.
2. Press the latch to release the switch handle.
1
2
Figure 3: Releasing the installation handle
1. Latch 2. Switch Handle
NOTE: The Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module is a hot-pluggable device. The frame power may be on
or off during installation.
3. Align the Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module with the appropriate interconnect bay according to your
frame’s specific configuration. Push the switch firmly into the interconnect bay.
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2
Figure 4: Installing the Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module into an interconnect bay
1. Insert the switch module 2. Lock the switch handle
4. Press the switch handle into the latch to lock the Switch in place.
HPE Synergy Frame Link Module power verification
HPE OneView is the virtual appliance that monitors and manages the devices contained within the frame.
HPE OneView provides a single point from which you can perform basic management tasks on switches
or compute modules installed in the frame and is the interface to the HPE Synergy Frame Link Module.
IMPORTANT: Hewlett Packard Enterprise recommends reading the appropriate HPE Synergy
12000 Frame Setup and Installation Guide and the HPE OneView User Guide for HPE Synergy.
Reading these guides in sequence promotes an overall understanding of your Synergy Frame.
Once the switch is installed in the interconnect bay, the HPE Synergy Frame Link Module verifies the
switch type matches the mezzanine cards present on the servers. If there is no mismatch, the HPE
Synergy Frame Link Module powers up the switch.
If the switch does not power up, check the frame and switch status with the HPE OneView web interface.
For more information, see the HPE OneView User Guide for HPE Synergy.
Checking LEDs
Locate LEDs. Check the LED indicators in Figure 5: Identifying LEDs on page 14.
2 31 4 5 6 7 8
9101112
Figure 5: Identifying LEDs
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1. Health LED 2. UID LED
3. QSFP Ports 32–35 LED 4. SFP Ports 25 and 26 LED
5. SFP Ports 27 and 28 LED 6. SFP Ports 29 and 30 LED
7. SFP Ports 31 and 0 LED 8. QSFP Ports 36–39 LED
9. Reset button 10. Port Group A (QSFP Ports)
11. Port Group B (SFP Ports) 12. Port Group A (QSFP Ports)
Set the switch Ethernet IP address
Procedure
1. Verify the enclosure is powered on.
2. Verify the switch is installed.
3. Choose one of the following methods to set the Ethernet IP address:
a. Using enclosure address pool.
b. Using External DHCP.
c. Setting the IP address manually.
Using Enclosure Address Pool
Procedure
1. Open a web browser and connect to the HPE OneView.
2. Select Address Pool while defining an Enclosure Group.
3. Navigate to the Interconnects screen and select the desired interconnect.
4. Navigate to General section of the interconnect screen and document the assigned address.
5. Verify the IP address using a SSH login to the switch.
NOTE: For additional information on all enclosure IP addressing methods supported, see the HPE
OneView User Guide for HPE Synergy.
Using external DHCP
Procedure
1. Open a web browser and connect to the HPE OneView.
2. Select DHCP while defining an Enclosure Group.
3. Navigate to the Interconnects screen and select the desired interconnect.
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4. Navigate to General section of the Interconnect screen and document the DHCP assigned address.
5. Verify the IP address using a SSH login to the switch.
Setting the IP address manually
Procedure
1. Open a web browser and connect to the HPE OneView.
2. Select Manage Externally while defining an Enclosure Group.
3. If the switch IP address is unknown, log in to the switch using the internal serial connection:
a. Login to OneView via SSH.
b. Enter console-view.
Use show interconnect list to view the frames and interconnects available and then the
connect interconnect <enclosure name> <bay number> command (documented in the
HPE OneView User Guide for HPE Synergy) to connect to the switch bay.
4. Login to the switch using the administrative account admin.
5. Enter the password. The default password is password.
If you have not changed the system passwords from the default, you are prompted to change them.
Enter the new system passwords.
6. Apply a static IP address and disable DHCP using the ipaddrset command:
Example for login output:
login as: Administrator
This management appliance is a company owned asset and provided for the exclusive use of
authorized personnel. Unauthorized use or abuse of this system may lead to corrective action
including termination, civil and/or criminal penalties.
[email protected]'s password:
Last login: Fri Oct 5 14:49:13 2018 from 172.17.21.41
Initializing...
main-view> console-view
console-view> show interconnect list
Enclosure Bay Console Indices Model Serial Number
---------- --- --------------- --------------------------------------------------- -------------
MXQ82104X3 1 1 Brocade 32Gb/20 FC Switch Module Pwr Pk for Synergy 1CG751X00G
MXQ82104X3 2 1 Brocade 16Gb/12 FC Switch Module for Synergy BA0416L015
MXQ82104X3 3 1 Virtual Connect SE 40Gb F8 Module for Synergy 2TV803004L
MXQ82104X3 4 1 Brocade 16Gb/24 FC Switch Module for Synergy BA0416L00S
MXQ82104X3 5 1 Brocade 32Gb/20 FC Switch Module Pwr Pk for Synergy 1CG751X00J
MXQ82104X3 6 1 Virtual Connect SE 40Gb F8 Module for Synergy 2TV721004M
console-view> connect interconnect MXQ82104X3 1
Connecting to interconnect...
To return to the CLI, enter <Ctrl>_. (Control + Shift + Underscore followed
by a period (.) which must be at the beginning of a line)
switchName console login: admin
Password:
switchName:admin> ipaddrset
DHCP [Off]:
Ethernet IP Address [172.17.8.151]:
Ethernet Subnet mask [255.255.0.0]:
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Gateway IP Address [172.17.0.3]:
FalconX3ICM1:admin>
7. Verify the IP address as described in section Using external DHCP on page 15.
Firmware update
Hewlett Packard Enterprise generally recommends running the latest firmware release. For information on
the latest supported, target path, and minimum required versions of firmware, see the B-series FC Switch
connectivity stream document at http://www.hpe.com/storage/spock.
To access the B-series Stream file, follow the steps:
1. On the left pane, select Switches under Other Hardware.
2. Select the B-Series FC Switch Connectivity for FC Switches.
To access the latest Fabric OS firmware, configuration files, and MIB files, see the HPE Support Center
website.
Procedure
1. Enter Brocade 32Gb SAN Switch for HPE Synergy at the prompt.
2. Select the correct switch model from the search results.
3. Select Get drivers, software and firmware, click Firmware under OS Independent Downloads.
4. To read the Brocade Release Notes, click the Manuals link under the Knowledge Base tab.
5. To read the HPE Release Notes, click the Release Notes tab in the firmware download page.
6. To verify the firmware download is complete, see the Fabric OS Administrator Guide in the Manuals
section.
Configuring the Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module
The Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module must be configured to ensure correct operation within a network
and fabric. For instructions about configuring the switch to operate in a fabric containing switches from
other vendors, see the HPE SAN Design Reference Guide:
http://www.hpe.com/support/SAN/docs
For more information about the CLI, see the latest version of the Fabric OS Command Reference Guide.
Set the Switch parameters using the following management tools:
• CLI
• Advanced Web Tools GUI
Items required for configuration
To configure and connect the Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module for use in network and fabric, the
following items are required:
• Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module installed in the frame
• IP address and corresponding subnet mask and gateway address recorded during the Set the switch
Ethernet IP address on page 15 procedure
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• SFP transceivers and compatible optical cables, as required
• Access to an SFTP/SCP server for backing up the switch configuration (optional)
Connecting to the CLI
Make an Ethernet connection and log in to the Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module:
Procedure
1. Connect the workstation to the Ethernet network containing the HPE Synergy Frame Link Module.
IMPORTANT: Verify the switch is not being reconfigured from any other connections during the
remaining steps.
2. Connect to the switch using ssh using the IP address set earlier. The login prompt displays when the
SSH connection locates the switch in the network.
3. Enter the user name, using an administrative account. The default administrative account username is
admin.
4. Enter the password. The default admin password is password. If you have not changed the system
passwords from the default, you are prompted to change them. Enter the new system passwords.
NOTE: You can run up to two simultaneous admin sessions and four user sessions.
5. Verify the login was successful. If successful, the prompt displays the switch name and user ID to
which you are connected.
Setting the date and time
The date and time are used for logging events. The operation of the Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module
does not depend on the date and time; a switch with an incorrect date and time value functions properly.
To set the date and time using the CLI:
Procedure
1. If you have not already done so, connect to the switch and log in as admin as described in
Connecting to the CLI on page 18.
2. Issue the date command using the following syntax:
date mmddHHMMyy
where:
•mm is the month; valid values are 01 through 12.
•dd is the date; valid values are 01 through 31.
•HH is the hour; valid values are 00 through 23.
•MM is minutes; valid values are 00 through 59.
•yy is the year; valid values are 00 through 99 (values greater than 69 are interpreted as 1970–
1999, and values less than 70 are interpreted as 2000–2069).
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For example:
switchName:admin> date 101614302018
Tue Oct 16 14:30:00 UTC 2018
switchName:admin> date
Tue Oct 16 18:26:30 UTC 2018
For details about changing time zones, see the tsTimeZone command in the latest version of the
Fabric OS Command Reference Guide.
Verifying installed licenses
To determine the type of licensing included with your Brocade 32Gb FC Switch Module, enter
licenseshow at the command prompt, as in the following example:
switchName:admin> licenseshow
TWttACXRLrmN4GrGFKgPMRM33mBQFaDABA9EC:
Extended Fabric license
Trunking license
Fabric Vision and IO Insight license
GWaAYWK39tKKmNZQ4gmtPgE4GX9KrMtNFLPrftEAAF3A:
Ports on Demand license
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NOTE: For more information about the CLI, see the latest version of the Fabric OS Command Reference
Guide.
Modifying the FC domain ID [Optional]
You can modify the FC domain ID. The default FC domain ID is domain 1. If the Brocade 32Gb FC
Switch Module is not powered on until after it is connected to the fabric, and the default FC domain ID is
already in use, the domain ID for the new switch is automatically reset to a unique value. If the switch is
connected to the fabric after is has been powered on and the default domain ID is already in use, the
fabric segments.
Enter fabricshow to determine the domain IDs that are currently in use.
To modify the domain ID:
Procedure
1. Enter switchdisable to disable the switch.
2. Enter configure, and then enter a new value or press Enter to accept each default value.
3. At the Fabric parameters prompt, enter Y and press Enter:
Fabric parameters (yes, y, no, n): [no] y
4. Enter a unique domain ID. For example:
Domain: (1..239) [1] 3
5. Complete the remaining prompts, or press Ctrl+D to accept the remaining default settings.
6. Enter switchenable to re-enable the switch.
7. Enter fabricshow to confirm any changes made to the domain ID.
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Disabling and enabling a switch
By default, the switch is enabled after power on and after the diagnostics and switch initialization routines
have completed. You can disable and re-enable the switch as necessary.
To disable a switch:
Procedure
1. If you have not already done so, connect to the switch and log in as admin.
2. Issue the switchDisable command.
All FC ports on the switch are taken offline. If the switch was part of a fabric, the fabric reconfigures.
To enable a switch:
1. If you have not already done so, connect to the switch and log in as admin.
2. Issue the switchEnable command.
All FC ports that pass POST are enabled. If the switch has ISLs to a fabric, it joins the fabric.
Disabling and enabling a port
To enable a port:
Procedure
1. Connect to the switch and log in as admin.
2. Issue the portenable portnumber command, where portnumber is the number of the port you
want to enable.
To disable a port:
1. If you have not already done so, connect to the switch and log in as admin.
2. Issue portdisable portnumber command, where portnumber is the number of the port you want
to disable.
Using Dynamic Ports on Demand (DPOD)
DPOD functionality does not require a predefined assignment of ports. Port assignment is determined by
the total number of ports in use as well as the number of purchased ports.
NOTE: When installing transceivers, to avoid running out of port licenses for external connections, ports
#25 and #26 are pre-reserved with a dynamic port-on-demand license. HPE recommends starting with
ports #25 and #26 for external port connections.
The DPOD feature simplifies port management by:
• Automatically detecting HBA connected server ports or cabled ports
• Automatically enabling ports
• Automatically assigning port licenses
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