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Brocade FastIron WS
Hardware Installation Guide
Document History
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting
Diagnosing switch indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Power and cooling problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
In-band access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
In this chapter
Supported hardware and software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii
Document conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii
Notice to the reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii
Related publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix
Getting technical help or reporting errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix
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document.
Text formatting
The narrative-text formatting conventions that are used are as follows:
For readability, command names in the narrative portions of this guide are presented in bold: for
example, show version.
NOTE
A note provides a tip, guidance or advice, emphasizes important information, or provides a reference
to related information.
CAUTION
A Caution statement alerts you to situations that can be potentially hazardous to you or cause
damage to hardware, firmware, software, or data.
DANGER
A Danger statement indicates conditions or situations that can be potentially lethal or extremely
hazardous to you. Safety labels are also attached directly to products to warn of these conditions
or situations.
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Product Overview 1
Hardware features
This chapter contains an overview of the FastIron WS Switch.
The FastIron WS Series includes the following models:
FWS624
FWS648
FWS624G
FWS648G
FWS624-POE
FWS648-POE
FWS624G-POE
FWS648G-POE
These models support an optional external redundant AC power supply that can power up to four
units.
The following sections describe the physical characteristics of the FastIron WS models. For more
details about physical dimensions, power supply specifications, and pinouts, refer to Chapter 5,
Hardware Specifications.
The following figures show the front and rear panels of the FastIron WS models.
100 240 V~
50 60 Hz, 2A 12V ,10A
+12V , 10A
54V , 8.2A
100 240 V~ , 50 60 Hz , 10A
Control features
Serial management interface (console port)
The serial management interface allows you to configure and manage the device using a
third-party terminal emulation application on a directly connected PC. A straight-through EIA/TIA
DB-9 serial cable (M or F) ships with the device. The serial management interface (the console
port) is located in the left corner of the front panel.
POE applications
FWS POE devices provide Power over Ethernet (POE), compliant with the standards described in the
IEEE 802.3af specification for delivering in-line power. The 802.3af specification defines the
standard for delivering power over existing network cabling infrastructure, offering
multicast-enabled full streaming audio and video applications for converged services, such as
Voice over IP (VoIP), WLAN access points, IP surveillance cameras, and other IP technology devices.
POE technology eliminates the need for an electrical outlet and dedicated UPS near IP powered
devices. With power sourcing devices, such as the Brocade FWS624-POE and FWS648-POE, power
is consolidated and centralized in the wiring closets, improving the reliability and resiliency of the
network. Because POE can provide power over Ethernet cable, power is continuous, even in the
event of a power failure.
For more information about POE and how to configure it on FWS devices, refer to the FastIron
Configuration Guide.
Combination Ports
FWS devices contain four Small Form Factor Pluggable (SFP) combination ports (ports 1~4), that
are shared with four of the RJ45 ports In the default configuration. If an SFP transceiver is installed
in a slot and has a valid link on its port, the associated RJ45 port is disabled and cannot be used.
1000Base-BX-D M-GBXD
1000Base-BX-U M-GBXU
1000Base-LHA M-LHA
1000Base-LHB M-LHB
1000Base-LX M-LX
1000Base-LH M-LH
1000Base-SX M-SX
1000Base-SX2 M-SX2
1000Base-T C
100Base-BX M-FBX
100Base-FX M-FX
1310-MMF 10GbE 1310-NM
1 2
Link or On or Flashing Amber Port has a valid link at 10 or 100 Mbps. Flashing indicates activity.
Activity or Speed
On or Flashing Green Port has a valid link at 1000 Mbps. Flashing indicates activity.
(1-24/48)
SFP(1-4) Off The link is down.
Power supplies
Optional redundant power supply
FWS devices support an optional redundant power supply (RPS), that can provide power to the
switch in the event the internal power supply fails.
1 2
1 2
NOTE
Before beginning the installation, refer to the precautions in Power precautions on page 11. This
chapter describes how to physically install the FastIron WS.
Information about configuring IP addresses and connecting network devices is located in Chapter
3, Connecting Network Devices and Checking Connectivity.
The FastIron WS systems ship with all of the following items. Please review the list below and verify
the contents of your shipping container. If any items are missing, please contact the place of
purchase.
Package contents
The package contents of device are listed below:
Brocade FastIron WS
115V AC power cable (for AC sourced devices)
Rack mount brackets
Warranty card
A straight-through EIA/TIA DB-9 serial cable (F or F). The serial cable can be ordered separately
from Brocade Communications Systems Inc.. If you prefer to build your own cable, refer to the
pinout information in Attaching a PC or terminal on page 27.
General requirements
To manage the system, you need the following items for serial connection to the device:
A management station, such as a PC running a terminal emulation application.
You use the serial connection to perform basic configuration tasks, including assigning an IP
address and network mask to the system. This information is required to manage the system using
the Web Management Interface or IronView Network Manager or using the CLI through Telnet.
1 Ensure that the physical environment that will host the Preparing the installation site on page 12
device has the proper cabling and ventilation.
2 Install any required optional modules into the device. Activating power to the device on page 26
3 Install the Brocade device on a desktop, in an Installing the device on page 13
equipment rack.
4 Once the device is physically installed, plug the device Activating power to the device on page 26
into a nearby power source that adheres to the
regulatory requirements outlined in this manual.
5 Verify that the system LEDs are registering the proper Verifying proper operation on page 27
LED state after power-on of the system.
6 Attach a terminal or PC to the Brocade device. This will Attaching a PC or terminal on page 27
enable you to configure the device through the
Command Line Interface (CLI).
7 No default password is assigned to the CLI. For Assigning permanent passwords on
additional access security, assign a password. page 29
8 Before attaching equipment to the device, you need to Configuring IP addresses on page 30
configure an interface IP address to the subnet on
which it will be located. Initial IP address configuration
is performed using the CLI with a direct serial
connection. Subsequent IP address configuration can
be performed using the Web management interface.
9 Once you power on the device and assign IP Devices running layer 3 software on
addresses, the system is ready to accept network page 32
equipment.
10 Test IP connectivity to other devices by pinging them Testing connectivity on page 37
and tracing routes.
11 Continue configuring the device using the CLI or the FastIron Configuration Guide
Web management interface. You also can use IronView
Network Manager to manage the device. Refer to the
Brocade IronView Network Management Users Guide
for information.
12 Secure access to the device. FastIron Configuration Guide
Installation precautions
Follow these precautions when installing a Brocade device.
General precautions
DANGER
All fiber-optic interfaces use Class 1 lasers.
CAUTION
Do not install the device in an environment where the operating ambient temperature might
exceed 40o C (104o F).
CAUTION
Make sure the air flow around the front and sides of the device is not restricted.
CAUTION
Never leave tools inside the device.
Lifting precautions
DANGER
Make sure the rack or cabinet housing the device is adequately secured to prevent it from
becoming unstable or falling over.
DANGER
Mount the devices you install in a rack or cabinet as low as possible. Place the heaviest device at
the bottom and progressively place lighter devices above.
Power precautions
CAUTION
Use a separate branch circuit for each AC power cord, which provides redundancy in case one of
the circuits fails.
CAUTION
To avoid high voltage shock, do not open the device while the power is on.
CAUTION
Ensure that the device does not overload the power circuits, wiring, and over-current protection.
To determine the possibility of overloading the supply circuits, add the ampere (amp) ratings of all
devices installed on the same circuit as the device. Compare this total with the rating limit for the
circuit. The maximum ampere ratings are usually printed on the devices near the input power
connectors.
DANGER
Disconnect the power cord from all power sources to completely remove power from the device.
DANGER
If the installation requires a different power cord than the one supplied with the device, make
sure you use a power cord displaying the mark of the safety agency that defines the regulations
for power cords in your country. The mark is your assurance that the power cord can be used
safely with the device.
Installation location
Before installing the device, plan its location and orientation relative to other devices and
equipment. Devices can be mounted in a standard 19-inch equipment rack or on a flat surface. Be
sure to follow the guidelines below when choosing a location.
The site should:
Maintain temperatures within 0 to 40 C (32 to 104 F) and humidity levels within 5% to 95%,
non-condensing.
Allow a minimum of 3in. of space between the sides and the back of the device and walls or
other obstructions for proper air flow.
Allow at least 3in. of space at the front and back of the device for the twisted-pair, fiber-optic,
and power cabling.
Be accessible for installing, cabling and maintaining the devices.
Allow the status LEDs to be clearly visible.
Allow for twisted-pair cable to be always routed away from power lines, fluorescent lighting
fixtures and other sources of electrical interference, such as radios and transmitters.
Allow for the device to be connected to a separate grounded power outlet that provides 110 to
240 VAC, 50 to 60 Hz, is within 2 m (6.6 feet) of each device and is powered from an
independent circuit breaker. As with any equipment, a filter or surge suppressor is
recommended.
DANGER
Make sure the rack or cabinet housing the device is adequately secured to prevent it from
becoming unstable or falling over.
DANGER
Mount the devices you install in a rack or cabinet as low as possible. Place the heaviest device at
the bottom and progressively place lighter devices above.
Desktop installation
FIGURE 11 Attaching the adhesive feet
1. Attach the four adhesive feet to the bottom of the first device.
2. Set the device on a flat desktop, table, or shelf near an AC power source. Make sure that
adequate ventilation is provided for the system. A 3-inch clearance is recommended on each
side.
3. If you are installing a single device only, go to Activating power to the device on page 26.
4. If you are installing multiple devices, attach the adhesive feet to each one. Place each device
squarely on top of the one below, in any order.
5. If you are also installing an redundant power supply, place it close to the device.
4. If you are installing a single device, proceed to Activating power to the device on page 26.
5. If you are installing multiple devices, mount them in the rack, one below the other, in any order.
6. If you are also installing an redundant power supply, mount it in the rack below the other
devices.
Thermal overload protection prevents the redundant power supply from overheating if a
thermal overload occurs.
Over-voltage protection shuts down an output channel if voltage exceeds a preset threshold.
Over-current protection shuts down the power supply if output load exceeds a preset threshold.
Short-circuit protection prevents damage to the power supply due to a short circuit on any
output channel.
Operates under a no-load condition.
Link
Activity
1 2 3 4 Fan Thermal Power
1 2 3 4
Package contents
The RPS2-EIF power supply shipping package contains:
Redundant power supply (RPS2-EIF)
One AC supply power cord US, Continental Europe or UK
Four DC backup power cords with IEC connectors on both ends (length 152 cm each)
Rack Mounting Kit containing brackets and screws
Adhesive feet
User agreement envelope
Registration card
LEDs
The RPS2-EIF LEDs are described in Figure 15, Table 5 and Table 6.
1 2
Link Off The port does not have a valid connection to a device.
On Yellow The port has a valid connection to a device.
Flashing Yellow There has been an internal power failure.
Activity Off The port is not providing power to the connected device.
Flashing Green The port has been shut down due to one of the following conditions:
The device has detected an over-current condition.
One or more of the fans have failed.
On Green The port is providing power to a connected device.
When a device fails, the RPS12 sends status information to the other connected devices, which
then communicate the status of the RPS12 to network management software.
The following devices are supported by the FastIron RPS12:
FastIron WS FWS624-POE
FastIron WS FWS648-POE
FastIron WS FWS624G-POE
FastIron WS FWS648G-POE
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Package contents
Redundant power supply (RPS12)
One AC supply power cord US, Continental Europe or UK
One DC power cord with IEC connectors on both ends (length 152 cm each)
Rack Mounting Kit containing brackets and screws
Adhesive feet
User agreement envelope
Registration card
LEDs
Figure 17, Table 6, and Table 7 describe the functions of the RPS12 LEDs.
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Link Off The port does not have a valid connection to a device.
On Yellow The port has a valid connection to a device
Activity Off The port may be connected to a device, but is not delivering power to
the device.
On Green The port is providing power to a connected device.
DANGER
Do not place a redundant power supply on the floor as the case is not waterproof. It is
recommended that either of the redundant power supplies be installed in a network equipment
rack.
CAUTION
Remove the power cord from a power supply before you install it in or remove it from the device.
Otherwise, the power supply or the device could be damaged as a result. (The device can be
running while a power supply is being installed or removed, but the power supply itself should not
be connected to a power source.)
Equipment checklist
When you unpack the RPS2-EIF or RPS12 power supply, make sure you have received all the
components. (Refer to Package contents on page 16.) Before beginning the installation, be sure
you have all other necessary installation equipment.
2. Mount the power supply in the rack, using four rack-mounting screws (not provided). Refer to
Figure 19.
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3. If installing multiple redundant power supplies, mount them in the rack one below the other, in
any order.
2. Set the power supply on a flat surface near an AC power source, making sure there are at least
5.08 cm (2 inches) of space on all sides for proper air flow.
RPS 1
2. Connect one end of a DC cord to the redundant power receptacle on the device and the other
end to an available receptacle on the redundant power supply.
3. Repeat step 1 and step 2 to connect up to four devices to the redundant power supply. Refer to
Figure 22.
4. Connect one end of the AC cord to the AC receptacle on the redundant power supply, and the
other end to a grounded power outlet.
5. Check the LEDs on the redundant power supply to ensure proper operation. On the RPS2-EIF
and RPS12, the Power LED should light up. If the LEDs do not light, refer to Troubleshooting
on page 53 for more information.
3 5
2 6
1 Input port 4 FWS devices
2 AC power supply no.1 5 Output port
3 Redundant power supply 6 AC power supply no.2
NOTE
For International use, you may need to change the AC line cord. You must use a line cord set that
has been approved for the receptacle type in your country.
1 8
GND GND
2 9
N.C. N.C.
3 10
12 V RPS Present
4 11
12 V Status 1
5 12
12 V Status 2
6 13
12 V Power Good
7 14
GND GND
1 10
-54 V -54 V RTN
2 11
-54 V -54 V RTN
3 12
-54 V -54 V RTN
4 13
N. C. N. C.
5 14
N. C. RPS Present
6 15
N. C. RPS Type
7 16
12 V RPS Power Good
8 17
12 V Power Good
9 18
12 V RTN 12 V RTN
NOTE
To turn the system off, simply unplug the power cord or cords.
NOTE
The socket should be installed near the equipment and should be easily accessible.
NOTE
If the outlet is not rated 115/120V, stop and get the appropriate cable for the outlet.
NOTE
FastIron devices do not have power switches. They power on when you connect a power cord to
the device and to a power source.
If your installation requires a different power cord than that supplied with the device, make
sure you use a power cord that displays the mark of the safety agency that defines the
regulations for power cords in your country. The mark is your assurance that the power cord
can be used safely with the device.
Attaching a PC or terminal
To assign an IP address, you must have access to the text-based command line interface (CLI). The
CLI is described in detail in the FastIron Configuration Guide. You can access the CLI by attaching a
serial cable to the Console port. After you assign an IP address, you can access the system through
Telnet, the Web Management Interface, or IronView Network Manager.
Attach a management station using the serial port.
1. Connect a PC or terminal to the serial port using a straight-through cable. The serial port has a
male DB-9 connector.
NOTE
You will need to run a terminal emulation program on the PC.
2. Open the terminal emulation program and set the session parameters as follows:
Baud: 9600 bps
Data bits: 8
Parity: None
Stop bits: 1
Flow control: None
The serial communication port acts as a management connection point for a PC or SNMP
workstation. Brocade devices have a standard male DB-9 connector, shown in Figure 25.
1 5
6 9
Most PC serial ports also require a cable with a female DB-9 connector. Terminal connections will
vary, requiring either a DB-9 or DB-25 connector, male or female. Serial cable options between a
Brocade device and a PC or terminal are shown in Table 11.
NOTE
As indicated in Table 11, some of the wires should not be connected.
DANGER
The procedures in this manual are for qualified service personnel.
By default, the CLI is not protected by passwords. To secure CLI access, Brocade strongly
recommends assigning passwords. Refer to the FastIron Configuration Guide.
NOTE
You cannot assign a password using the Web Management Interface. You can assign passwords
using IronView Network Manager if an enable password for a Super User has been configured on the
device.
NOTE
You must set a super user password before you can set other types of passwords.
Port Configuration Allows read-and-write access for specific ports but not for global
(system-wide) parameters.
Read Only Allows access to the Privileged EXEC mode and CONFIG mode but only with read
access.
Set passwords.
1. At the opening CLI prompt, enter the following command to change to the Privileged level of the
EXEC mode.
Brocade>enable
2. Access the CONFIG level of the CLI by entering the following command.
Brocade# configure terminal
Brocade(config)#
NOTE
You must set the super-user password before you can set other types of passwords.
4. Enter the following commands to set the port configuration and read-only passwords.
Brocade(config)# enable port-config-password <text>
Brocade(config)# enable read-only-password <text>
NOTE
If you forget your super-user password, refer to Recovering from a lost password on page 30.
NOTE
Recovery from a lost password requires direct access to the serial port and a system reset.
Configuring IP addresses
You must configure at least one IP address using the serial connection to the CLI before you can
manage the system using the other management interfaces.
Brocade devices support both classical IP network masks (Class A, B, and C subnet masks, and so
on) and Classless Interdomain Routing (CIDR) network prefix masks:
To enter a classical network mask, enter the mask in IP address format. For example, enter
209.157.22.99 255.255.255.0 for an IP address with a Class-C subnet mask.
To enter a prefix number for a network mask, enter a forward slash ( / ) and the number of bits
in the mask immediately after the IP address. For example, enter 209.157.22.99/24 for an
IP address that has a network mask with 24 significant (mask) bits.
By default, the CLI displays network masks in classical IP address format (example:
255.255.255.0). You can change the display to the prefix format. Refer to the FastIron
Configuration Guide.
2. Enter the following command at the Privileged EXEC level prompt (for example, Brocade#), then
press Enter. This command erases the factory test configuration if still present:
Brocade# erase startup-config
CAUTION
Use the erase startup-config command only for new systems. If you enter this command on a
system you have already configured, the command erases the configuration. If you accidentally
do erase the configuration on a configured system, enter the write memory command to save the
running configuration to the startup-config file.
3. Access the configuration level of the CLI by entering the following command.
Brocade# configure terminal (Privileged EXEC Level)
Brocade(config)# (Global CONFIG Level)
NOTE
You do not need to assign a default gateway address for single subnet networks.
Configuring IP addresses
You can configure an IP address on the following types of Layer 3 switch interfaces:
Ethernet port
Virtual routing interface (also called a Virtual Ethernet or VE)
Loopback interface
By default, you can have up to 24 IP addresses on each interface, but you can increase this number
to 128 IP addresses.
NOTE
Once you configure a virtual routing interface on a VLAN, you cannot configure Base Layer 3
interface parameters on individual ports in the VLAN. Instead, you must configure the parameters
on the virtual routing interface itself.
Brocade devices support both classical IP network masks (Class A, B, and C subnet masks, and so
on) and Classless Interdomain Routing (CIDR) network prefix masks:
To enter a classical network mask, enter the mask in IP address format. For example, enter
209.157.22.99 255.255.255.0 for an IP address with a Class-C subnet mask.
To enter a prefix network mask, enter a forward slash ( / ) and the number of bits in the mask
immediately after the IP address. For example, enter 209.157.22.99/24 for an IP address
that has a network mask with 24 significant bits (ones).
By default, the CLI displays network masks in classical IP address format (example:
255.255.255.0). You can change the display to prefix format.
NOTE
You also can enter the IP address and mask in CIDR format, as follows.
NOTE
The switch uses the lowest MAC address on the device (the MAC address of port 1 or 0/1/1) as the
MAC address for all ports within all virtual interfaces you configure on the device.
To add a virtual interface to a VLAN and configure an IP address on the interface, enter commands
such as the following.
Brocade(config)# vlan 2 name IP-Subnet_1.1.2.0/24
Brocade(config-vlan-2)# untag 0/1/1 to 0/1/4
Brocade(config-vlan-2)# router-interface ve1
Brocade(config-vlan-2)# interface ve1
Brocade(config-vif-1)# ip address 1.1.2.1/24
The first two commands in this example create a Layer 3 protocol-based VLAN name
IP-Subnet_1.1.2.0/24 and add a range of untagged ports to the VLAN. The router-interface
command creates virtual interface 1 as the routing interface for the VLAN. The last two commands
change to the interface configuration level for the virtual interface and assign an IP address to the
interface.
Syntax: router-interface ve <num>
Syntax: interface ve <num>
Deleting an IP address
To delete an IP address, enter a command such as the following.
Brocade(config-if-0/1/1)# no ip address 1.1.2.1
This command deletes IP address 1.1.2.1. You do not need to enter the subnet mask.
To delete all IP addresses from an interface, enter the following command.
Brocade(config-if-0/1/1)# no ip address *
Connectors
Refer to Cable length summary table on page 51.
For port pinouts, refer to the section Pinouts and signalling on page 49.
Cable specifications
Refer to Cable specifications on page 50 for cable lengths and types.
NOTE
The 802.3ab standard (automatic MDI or MDIX detection) calls for automatic negotiation of the
connection between two 1000Base-T ports. Therefore, a crossover cable may not be required; a
straight-through cable may work as well. For more information about this feature, refer to the
FastIron Configuration Guide.
White/Orange Stripe
Orange
1 White/Green Stripe 1
End A 2 2 End B
3 Blue 3
4 4
5 White/Blue Stripe 5
6 6
7 Green 7
8 White/Brown Stripe 8
Brown
White/Orange Stripe
Orange
1 White/Green Stripe 1
End A 2 2 End B
3 Blue 3
4 4
5 White/Blue Stripe 5
6 6
7 Green 7
8 White/Brown Stripe 8
Brown
You can install a new fiber optic module in an SFP slot while the FastIron WS CHE1 is powered on
and running.
Before installing one of these modules into the slot, have the following on hand.
NOTE
An ESD wrist strap with a plug for connection to a metal surface. For safety reasons, the ESD wrist
strap should contain a series 1 megohm resistor.
DANGER
All fiber optic interfaces use Class 1 lasers.
Testing connectivity
You can observe the LEDs related to network connection.
Pinging an IP address
To verify that a FastIron WS device can reach another device through the network, enter a
command such as the following at any level of the CLI on the Brocade device:
Brocade>ping 192.33.4.7
Syntax: ping <ip addr> | <hostname> [source <ip addr>] [count <num>] [timeout <msec>] [ttl
<num>] [size <byte>] [quiet] [numeric] [no-fragment] [verify] [data <1-to-4 byte hex>]
[brief]
NOTE
If you send the ping to the IP broadcast address, the device lists the first four responses to the ping.
Observing LEDs
After you install the network cables, you can observe certain LEDs to determine if the network
connections are functioning properly. Table 12 outlines the LEDs related to the network
connections, the desired state of each LED, possible abnormal states of each LED, and what to do
if an LED indicates an abnormal state.
Link (1-24/48) On (Green) A link is established with Off A link is not established with the remote port. You can do
SFP (1-4) the remote port. the following:
Verify that the connection to the other network
device has been properly made. Also, make certain
that the other network device is powered on and
operating correctly.
Verify that the transmit port on the Brocade device
is connected to the receive port on the other
network device, and that the receive port on the
Brocade device is connected to the transmit port on
the other network device. If you are not certain,
remove the two cable connectors from the port
connector and reinsert them in the port connector,
reversing their order.
Dust may have accumulated in the cable connector
or port connector. For information about cleaning
the connectors, refer to Cleaning the fiber-optic
connectors on page 37.
If the other actions do not resolve the problem, try
using a different port or a different cable.
Active (1-24/48) On or blinking The port is transmitting Off for an The port is not transmitting or receiving user packets.
SFP (1-4) (Yellow) and receiving user extended You can do the following:
packets. period. Check the Link LED to make sure the link is still
established with the remote port. If not, take the
actions described in the Meaning or Action column
for the Link LED.
Verify that the port has not been disabled through a
configuration change. You can use the CLI. If you
have configured an IP address on the device, you
also can use the Web management interface or
IronView Network Manager.
If a problem persists after taking these actions, contact Brocade Technical Support.
Tracing a route
To determine the path through which a Brocade device can reach another device, enter a
command such as the following at any level of the CLI on the Brocade device.
Brocade>traceroute 192.33.4.7
Syntax: traceroute <host-ip-addr> [maxttl <value>] [minttl <value>] [numeric] [timeout <value>]
[source-ip <ip addr>]
The CLI displays trace route information for each hop as soon as the information is received.
Traceroute requests display all responses to a given TTL. In addition, if there are multiple equal-cost
routes to the destination, the Brocade device displays up to two responses by default.
Configuration notes
Refer to these configuration notes when troubleshooting network connections:
This feature is supported on copper ports only. It is not supported on fiber ports.
The port to which the cable is connected must be enabled when you issue the command to
diagnose the cable. If the port is disabled, the command is rejected.
If the port is operating at 100 Mbps half-duplex, the TDR test on one pair will fail.
If the remote pair is set to forced 100 Mbps, any change in MDI or MDIX may cause the device
to interpret the Multilevel Threshold-3 (MLT-3) as a reflected pulse, in which case, the device
will report a faulty condition. In this case, Brocade recommends that you run the TDR test a few
times for accurate results.
Command syntax
To diagnose a cable using TDR, enter a command such as the following at the Privileged EXEC level
of the CLI.
Brocade#phy cable-diag tdr 0/1/1
DANGER
The procedures in this manual are for qualified service personnel.
This section describes how to display temperature settings on the device and how to change the
temperature warning and shutdown levels.
Brocade#temper
temperature temperature sensor commands
Brocade# temperature shut 45
To display the system log, enter the following command at any CLI level.
Brocade#show log
Syslog logging: enabled (0 messages dropped, 0 flushes, 0 overruns)
Buffer logging: level ACDMEINW, 8 messages logged
level code: A=alert C=critical D=debugging M=emergency E=error
I=informational N=notification W=warning
Brocade#show cpu
31 percent busy, from 3248 sec ago
1 sec avg: 10 percent busy
5 sec avg: 10 percent busy
60 sec avg: 10 percent busy
300 sec avg: 10 percent busy
DANGER
For safety reasons, the ESD wrist strap should contain a series 1 meg ohm resistor.
1 Bail latch
NOTE
The bail latch may be attached to either the top or the bottom of the mini-GBIC.
4. Grasping the bail latch, pull the fiber optic module out of the port.
5. Store the fiber optic module in a safe, static-free place or in an anti-static bag.
6. Install a new fiber optic module in the port. For information about performing this task, refer to
Installing a new fiber optic module.
Hardware Specifications 5
Table 19 lists the physical dimensions and weight of the RPS12 External Redundant Power Supply.
Environmental considerations
For optimal performance, operate or store your Brocade device in compliance with the following
environmental conditions.
Operating environment
Table 20 provides the operating environment specifications for the FastIron WS.
Maximum BTUs:
FWS624 and FWS648: 100 watts (340 BTU/Hr) per power supply
Storage environment
Table 21 provides the storage environment specifications for the FastIron WS.
-40 to 70 C, -40 to 158 F 95% maximum, non-condensing 3,000 meter (10,000 feet ) maximum
NOTE
Operating noise is based on the ISO 7779 standard.
Air exhaust
Air inlet
1 5
6 9
Most PC serial ports require a cable with a female DB-9 connector. However, terminal connections
will vary, requiring a cable with either a DB-9 or DB-25 connector, male or female.
Serial cable options between the FastIron WS and a PC or terminal are shown in Figure 30.
NOTE
As indicated in Figure 30 and Figure 31, some of the wires should not be connected. If you do
connect the wires that are labeled Reserved, you might get unexpected results with some
terminals.
FIGURE 30 Console port pin assignments showing cable connection options to a terminal or PC
1 Reserved 1 1 Reserved 8
2 2 2 3
3 3 3 2
4 Reserved 4 4 Reserved 20
5 5 5 7
6 Reserved 6 6 Reserved 6
7 7 7 4
8 8 8 5
9 Reserved 9 9 Reserved 22
FIGURE 31 Pin assignment and signalling for 10/100BaseTX and 1000BaseT ports
1 RD+ 1 RD+
2 RD- 2 RD-
8 1 3 TD+ 3 TD+
4 Not used 4 CMT
5 Not used 5 CMT
6 TD- 6 TD-
1 8 7 Not used 7 CMT
8 Not used 8 CMT
Cable specifications
Table 22 lists the cable specifications for the cables used with the 10/100 Ethernet ports.
NOTE
Cable installation and network configuration will affect overall transmission capability. The numbers
provided below represent the accepted recommendations of the various standards. For
network-specific recommendations, consult your local Brocade reseller or system engineer.
Power cords
All of the FastIron WS devices ship with US-compatible power cords unless otherwise specified at
the time of order. United Kingdom- and European-compatible power cords are also available.
Specifications
TABLE 23 Specifications for AC power
Property FWS624, FWS624G FWS648, FWS648G FWS624-PoE, FWS648-PoE, FWS648G-PoE
FWS624G-PoE
Input voltage range 100 240 VAC 100 240 VAC 100 240 VAC 100 240 VAC
Input current < 2 Amps < 2 Amps < 10 Amps < 10 Amps
Inrush current < 60 Amps peak < 60 Amps peak < 75 Amps peak < 75 Amps peak maximum
maximum maximum maximum
Power consumption 31 W 63 W MB: 41 W MB: 73 W
POE: < 410 W POE: < 410 W
Max output power 65 W 100 W 530 W 530 W
Troubleshooting 6
Installation
Verify that all system components have been properly installed. If one or more components appear
to be malfunctioning (such as the power cord or network cabling), test them in an alternate
environment where you are sure that all the other components are functioning properly.
In-band access
You can access the management agent in the switch from anywhere within the attached network
using Telnet, a Web browser, or other network management software. However, you must first
configure the switch with a valid IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway. If you have trouble
establishing a link to the management agent, check to see if you have a valid network connection.
Then verify that you entered the correct IP address. Also, be sure the port through which you are
connecting to the switch has not been disabled. If it has not been disabled, then check the network
cabling that runs between your remote location and the switch.
Regulatory Statements A
CAUTION
Changes or modifications made to this device which are not expressly approved by Brocade could
void the users authority to operate the equipment.
Japan (VCCI)
Korea
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Regulatory compliance
Table 25 lists the Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC), Immunity standards, and safety agency
approvals for the FastIron family of switches.
TABLE 25 Regulatory compliance and safety approvals
Certifications
Emissions:
ICES-003, Electromagnetic Emission
FCC Part 15 Class A
EN 55022/CISPR 22 Class A
VCCI Class A
EN 61000-3-2, Power Line Harmonics
EN 61000-3-3, Voltage Fluctuation & Flicker
EN 61000-6-3, Electromagnetic Compatibility, Generic Standard
AS/NZS CISPR 22, Electromagnetic Compatibility
Immunity:
EN 61000-6-1, Electromagnetic Compatibility, Generic Standard
EN 55024, Information Technology equipment - Immunity
Characteristics
Safety:
BI-NAT CSA 60950-1-03/UL 60950-1
EN 60950-1:2001
IEC 60950-1:2001
RoHS Compliance:
Complies with the EU standard 2002/95/EC
The caution and danger notices that appear in this manual are listed below in English, German,
French, and Spanish.
Cautions
A caution calls your attention to a possible hazard that can damage equipment.
Vorsicht weist auf die Gefahr einer mglichen Beschdigung des Gertes in.
Une mise en garde attire votre attention sur un risque possible d'endommagement de
l'quipement. Ci-dessous, vous trouverez les mises en garde utilises dans ce manuel.
Un mensaje de precaucin le advierte sobre un peligro posible que pueda daar el equipo. Las
siguientes son precauciones utilizadas en este manual.
CAUTION Do not install the device in an environment where the operating ambient temperature
might exceed 40 C (104 F).
VORSICHT Das Gert darf nicht in einer Umgebung mit einer Umgebungsbetriebstemperatur von ber
40 C (104 F) installiert werden.
MISE EN GARDE N'installez pas le dispositif dans un environnement o la temprature d'exploitation
ambiante risque de dpasser 40 C (104 F).
PRECAUCIN No instale el instrumento en un entorno en el que la temperatura ambiente de operacin
pueda exceder los 40C (104F).
CAUTION Make sure the air flow around the front, sides, and back of the device is not restricted.
VORSICHT Stellen Sie sicher, dass an der Vorderseite, den Seiten und an der Rckseite der Luftstrom
nicht behindert wird.
MISE EN GARDE Vrifiez que rien ne restreint la circulation d'air devant, derrire et sur les cts du
dispositif et qu'elle peut se faire librement.
PRECAUCIN Asegrese de que el flujo de aire en las inmediaciones de las partes anterior, laterales y
posterior del instrumento no est restringido.
CAUTION Use a separate branch circuit for each AC power cord, which provides redundancy in case
one of the circuits fails.
VORSICHT Es empfiehlt sich die Installation eines separaten Stromkreiszweiges fr jede
Wechselstrom-Elektroschnur als Redundanz im Fall des Ausfalls eines Stromkreises.
MISE EN GARDE Utilisez un circuit de drivation diffrent pour chaque cordon dalimentation C.A. Ainsi, il y
aura un circuit redondant en cas de panne dun des circuits.
PRECAUCIN Use un circuito derivado separado para cada cordn de alimentacin de CA, con lo que se
proporcionar redundancia en caso de que uno de los circuitos falle.
CAUTION Ensure that the device does not overload the power circuits, wiring, and over-current
protection. To determine the possibility of overloading the supply circuits, add the ampere
(amp) ratings of all devices installed on the same circuit as the device. Compare this total
with the rating limit for the circuit. The maximum ampere ratings are usually printed on the
devices near the input power connectors.
VORSICHT Stromkreise, Verdrahtung und berlastschutz drfen nicht durch das Gert berbelastet
werden. Addieren Sie die Nennstromleistung (in Ampere) aller Gerte, die am selben
Stromkreis wie das Gert installiert sind. Somit knnen Sie feststellen, ob die Gefahr einer
berbelastung der Versorgungsstromkreise vorliegt. Vergleichen Sie diese Summe mit der
Nennstromgrenze des Stromkreises. Die Hchstnennstrme (in Ampere) stehen
normalerweise auf der Gerterckseite neben den Eingangsstromanschlssen.
MISE EN GARDE Assurez-vous que le dispositif ne risque pas de surcharger les circuits d'alimentation, le
cblage et la protection de surintensit. Pour dterminer le risque de surcharge des circuits
d'alimentation, additionnez l'intensit nominale (ampres) de tous les dispositifs installs
sur le mme circuit que le dispositif en question. Comparez alors ce total avec la limite de
charge du circuit. L'intensit nominale maximum en ampres est gnralement imprime
sur chaque dispositif prs des connecteurs d'entre d'alimentation.
PRECAUCIN Verifique que el instrumento no sobrecargue los circuitos de corriente, el cableado y la
proteccin para sobrecargas. Para determinar la posibilidad de sobrecarga en los circuitos
de suministros, aada las capacidades nominales de corriente (amp) de todos los
instrumentos instalados en el mismo circuito que el instrumento. Compare esta suma con
el lmite nominal para el circuito. Las capacidades nominales de corriente mximas estn
generalmente impresas en los instrumentos, cerca de los conectores de corriente de
entrada.
CAUTION Use the erase startup-config command only for new systems. If you enter this command on
a system you have already configured, the command erases the configuration. If you
accidentally do erase the configuration on a configured system, enter the write memory
command to save the running configuration to the startup-config file.
VORSICHT Verwenden Sie den Befehl "Erase startup-config" (Lschen Startup-Konfig) nur fr neue
Systeme. Wenn Sie diesen Befehl in ein bereits konfiguriertes System eingeben, lscht der
Befehl die Konfiguration. Falls Sie aus Versehen die Konfiguration eines bereits
konfigurierten Systems lschen, geben Sie den Befehl "Write Memory" (Speicher schreiben)
ein, um die laufende Konfiguration in der Startup-Konfig-Datei zu speichern.
MISE EN GARDE N'utilisez la commande erase startup-config que pour les nouveaux systmes. Si vous
entrez cette commande sur un systme que vous avez dj configur, elle efface la
configuration. Si vous effacez la configuration par accident sur un systme configur,
entrez la commande write memory pour enregistrer la configuration actuelle dans le fichier
startup-config.
PRECAUCIN Use el comando erase startup-config (borrar configuracin de inicio) para sistemas nuevos
solamente. Si usted introduce este comando en un sistema que ya ha configurado, el
comando borrar la configuracin. Si usted borra accidentalmente la configuracin en un
sistema ya configurado, introduzca el comando write memory (escribir memoria) para
guardar la configuracin en ejecucin en el archivo startup-config.
CAUTION Changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
VORSICHT Falls dieses Gert verndert oder modifiziert wird, ohne die ausdrckliche Genehmigung
der fr die Einhaltung der Anforderungen verantwortlichen Partei einzuholen, kann dem
Benutzer der weitere Betrieb des Gertes untersagt werden.
MISE EN GARDE Les ventuelles modifications apportes cet quipement sans avoir t expressment
approuves par la partie responsable d'en valuer la conformit sont susceptibles
d'annuler le droit de l'utilisateur utiliser cet quipement.
PRECAUCIN Si se realizan cambios o modificaciones en este dispositivo sin la autorizacin expresa de
la parte responsable del cumplimiento de las normas, la licencia del usuario para operar
este equipo puede quedar anulada.
CAUTION Remove the power cord from a power supply before you install it in or remove it from the
device. Otherwise, the power supply or the device could be damaged as a result. (The
device can be running while a power supply is being installed or removed, but the power
supply itself should not be connected to a power source.)
VORSICHT Vor dem Installieren einer Stromversorgung im Gert bzw. vor dem Herausnehmen einer
Stromversorgung aus dem Gert das Netzkabel von der Stromversorgung trennen.
Geschieht das nicht, kann dies zur Beschdigung der Stromversorgung bzw. des Gerts
fhren. (Die Stromversorgung kann im laufenden Gertebetrieb herausgenommen bzw.
installiert werden, sollte dabei aber nicht an einer Stromquelle angeschlossen sein.)
MISE EN GARDE Dbrancher le cordon secteur de l'alimentation avant de le la raccorder l'quipement ou
de le la dconnecter de celui-ci, faute de quoi le circuit d'alimentation de l'quipement
pourrait tre endommag. (L'quipement peut fonctionner pendant la dpose ou le
remplacement d'une alimentation lectrique, mais il est important que celle-ci ne soit pas
raccorde au secteur.)
PRECAUCIN Desenchufe el cable elctrico de una fuente de alimentacin antes de proceder a
montarla o a desmontarla del dispositivo. En caso contrario, la fuente de alimentacin o el
dispositivo podran sufrir daos. (Aunque el dispositivo podr mantenerse en
funcionamiento durante la instalacin o desinstalacin de la fuente de alimentacin, dicha
fuente de alimentacin no deber estar conectada a una toma de corriente).
Danger
A danger calls your attention to a possible hazard that can cause injury or death. The following are
the danger notices used in this manual.
"Gefahr" weist auf eine mgliche Gefhrdung hin, die zu Verletzungen oder Tod fhren knnen. Sie
finden die folgenden Warnhinweise in diesem Handbuch:
Un danger attire votre attention sur un risque possible de blessure ou de dcs. Ci-dessous, vous
trouverez les Dangers utiliss dans ce manuel.
Una peligro le llama la atencin sobre cualquier peligro posible que pueda ocasionar daos
personales o la muerte. A continuacin se dan las advertencias utilizadas en este manual.
DANGER The procedures in this manual are for qualified service personnel.
GEFAHR Die Verfahren in diesem Handbuch sind nur fr qualifiziertes Wartungspersonal gedacht.
DANGER Les procdures dcrites dans ce manuel doivent tre effectues par le personnel de
service qualifi uniquement.
PELIGRO Los procedimientos de este manual se han hecho para personal de servicio cualificado.
DANGER Before beginning the installation, refer to the precautions in Power precautions on
page 11.
GEFAHR Vor der Installation siehe Vorsichtsmanahmen unter " Power Precautions "
(Vorsichtsmanahmen in Bezug auf elektrische Ablagen) auf den Seiten page 11.
DANGER Avant de commencer l'installation, consultez les prcautions dcrites dans " Power
Precautions " (Prcautions quant l'alimentation), page 11.
PELIGRO Antes de comenzar la instalacin, consulte las precauciones en la seccin " Power
Precautions" (Precauciones sobre corriente) que se encuentra en las pginas page 11.
DANGER Make sure the rack or cabinet housing the device is adequately secured to prevent it from
becoming unstable or falling over.
GEFAHR Stellen Sie sicher, dass das Gestell oder der Schrank fr die Unterbringung des Gerts auf
angemessene Weise gesichert ist, so dass das Gestell oder der Schrank nicht wackeln
oder umfallen kann.
DANGER Vrifiez que le bti ou le support abritant le dispositif est bien fix afin qu'il ne devienne
pas instable ou qu'il ne risque pas de tomber.
PELIGRO Verifique que el bastidor o armario que alberga el instrumento est asegurado
correctamente para evitar que pueda hacerse inestable o que caiga.
DANGER Mount the devices you install in a rack or cabinet as low as possible. Place the heaviest
device at the bottom and progressively place lighter devices above.
GEFAHR Montieren Sie die Gerte im Gestell oder Schrank so tief wie mglich. Platzieren Sie das
schwerste Gert ganz unten, whrend leichtere Gerte je nach Gewicht (je schwerer desto
tiefer) darber untergebracht werden.
DANGER Montez les dispositifs que vous installez dans un bti ou support aussi bas que possible.
Placez le dispositif le plus lourd en bas et le plus lger en haut, en plaant tous les
dispositifs progressivement de bas en haut du plus lourd au plus lger.
PELIGRO Monte los instrumentos que instale en un bastidor o armario lo ms bajos posible. Ponga
el instrumento ms pesado en la parte inferior y los instrumentos progresivamente ms
livianos ms arriba.
DANGER Disconnect the power cord from all power sources to completely remove power from the
device.
GEFAHR Ziehen Sie das Stromkabel aus allen Stromquellen, um sicherzustellen, dass dem Gert
kein Strom zugefhrt wird.
DANGER Dbranchez le cordon d'alimentation de toutes les sources d'alimentation pour couper
compltement l'alimentation du dispositif.
PELIGRO Para desconectar completamente la corriente del instrumento, desconecte el cordn de
corriente de todas las fuentes de corriente.
DANGER If the installation requires a different power cord than the one supplied with the device,
make sure you use a power cord displaying the mark of the safety agency that defines the
regulations for power cords in your country. The mark is your assurance that the power
cord can be used safely with the device.
GEFAHR Falls fr die Installation ein anderes Stromkabel erforderlich ist (wenn das mit dem Gert
gelieferte Kabel nicht passt), mssen Sie sicherstellen, dass Sie ein Stromkabel mit dem
Siegel einer Sicherheitsbehrde verwenden, die fr die Zertifizierung von Stromkabeln in
Ihrem Land zustndig ist. Das Siegel ist Ihre Garantie, dass das Stromkabel sicher mit
Ihrem Gert verwendet werden kann.
DANGER Si l'installation ncessite un cordon d'alimentation autre que celui fourni avec le dispositif,
assurez-vous d'utiliser un cordon d'alimentation portant la marque de l'organisation
responsable de la scurit qui dfinit les normes et rgulations pour les cordons
d'alimentation dans votre pays. Cette marque vous assure que vous pouvez utiliser le
cordon d'alimentation avec le dispositif en toute scurit.
PELIGRO Si la instalacin requiere un cordn de corriente distinto al que se ha suministrado con el
instrumento, verifique que usa un cordn de corriente que venga con la marca de la
agencia de seguridad que defina las regulaciones para cordones de corriente en su pas.
Esta marca ser su garanta de que el cordn de corriente puede ser utilizado con
seguridad con el instrumento.
DANGER For safety reasons, the ESD wrist strap should contain a series 1 meg ohm resistor.
GEFAHR Aus Sicherheitsgrnden sollte ein EGB-Armband zum Schutz von elektronischen
gefhrdeten Bauelementen mit einem 1 Megaohm-Reihenwiderstand ausgestattet sein.
DANGER Pour des raisons de scurit, la dragonne ESD doit contenir une rsistance de srie 1
mga ohm.
PELIGRO Por razones de seguridad, la correa de mueca ESD deber contener un resistor en serie
de 1 mega ohmio.
DANGER Do not place an RPS unit on the floor as the case is not waterproof. It is recommended that
either of the RPS units be installed in a network equipment rack
GEFAHR Eine RPS-Einheit darf NICHT auf den Fuboden gestellt werden, da das Gehuse nicht
wasserdicht ist. Es wird empfohlen, dass RPS-Einheiten in einem Rack fr Netzwerkgerte
installiert werden.
DANGER NE PAS placer une alimentation stabilise directement sur le sol, car son botier n'est pas
tanche. Il est recommand d'installer les units d'alimentation stabilise dans un rack.
PELIGRO NO coloque la unidad RPS en el suelo, pues la carcasa no es impermeable. Se recomienda
la instalacin de alguna de las unidades RPS en un armazn para equipos de red.