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22 August 2012
Brocade VDX 8770-4
QuickStart Guide
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Copyright © 2012, Brocade Communications Systems, Incorporated. Brocade, Brocade Assurance, the B-wing symbol, BigIron, DCX, Fabric OS, FastIron, MLX, NetIron, SAN Health, ServerIron, TurboIron, VCS, and VDX are registered trademarks, and AnyIO, Brocade One, CloudPlex, Effortless Networking, ICX, NET Health, OpenScript, and The Effortless Network are trademarks of Brocade Communications Systems, Inc., in the United States and/or in other countries. Other brands, products, or service names men
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In this guide •Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 •Safety notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 •Danger notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 •Caution notices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 •ESD precauti
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Introduction You can set up and install the Brocade VDX 8770-4 in the following ways: • As a standalone unit on a flat surface • In a four-post rack with the Intake Duct Kit • In a four-post rack • In a two-post telecommunications (Telco) rack This manual describes how to set up the Brocade VDX 8770-4 as a standalone unit. For rack mount installation instructions, refer to the manual that comes with the separately ordered rack kit. Table 1 describes the main installation and setup tasks, the es
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TABLE 1 Installation tasks, time, and items required (Continued) Installation task Time estimate Items required Installing an Ethernet cable, opening a 20 minutes Ethernet cabling (optional) for Telnet access. Telnet session, and configuring the Refer to the Brocade Network OS Brocade VDX 8770-4 date and time and Administrator’s Guide. additional system parameters. Verify and back up configuration. Installing transceivers as needed 30-60 minutes Copper and optical transceivers and direct-at
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Danger notices A danger notice calls attention to a situation that is potentially lethal or extremely hazardous to people. A lightning bolt symbol accompanies a danger notice to represent a dangerous electrical condition. Read and comply with the following danger notice before installing or servicing this device. DANGER Use the supplied power cords. Ensure the facility power receptacle is the correct type, supplies the required voltage, and is properly grounded. (D004) Caution notices A cauti
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1 Management module slot 1 7 Line card slot 4 2 Management module slot 2 8 Switch fabric module slot 2 3 Switch fabric module slot 1 9 Switch fabric module slot 3 4 Line card slot 1 10 Blank slot - unused 5 Line card slot 2 11 ESD jack 6 Line card slot 3 12 Power supplies (1-4, left to right) FIGURE 1 Port side of the Brocade VDX 8770-4 (sample configuration) Brocade VDX 8770-4, nonport side Figure 2 displays a sample configuration of the nonport side view of the Brocade VDX 8770-4. Brocade VDX
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1Fan #1 3Ground lug 2Fan #2 FIGURE 2 Nonport side of the Brocade VDX 8770-4 (sample configuration) Items included with the Brocade VDX 8770-4 The Brocade VDX 8770-4 ships with the following items: • Brocade VDX 8770-4 chassis, populated with: (management modules, switch fabric modules, and line cards are all packaged separately) - Management modules (one) - Switch fabric modules (up to three) - Line cards (up to four) - Filler panels for unoccupied slots for all modules - Power supplies (up to
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• Accessory kit containing the following items: - Console cable (RS-232 serial cable: The RS-232 cable has an adapter at one end that can be removed to provide an RJ-45-style connector.) - Wrist strap (ESD grounding strap) - Ground lug kit - SFP extraction tool kit - China RoHS guide - Cable management finger assemblies - Brocade-branded USB device - Power cord retainer kit - Brocade VDX 8770-4 QuickStart Guide (this publication) - Hardware for securing the switch in a rack - Web pointer docume
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2. Ensure that dedicated electrical branch circuits with the following characteristics are available: • Up to four dedicated fused 200–240 VAC, 50–60 Hz feeds or -48 VDC (one per power supply) • One cable for each power supply CAUTION Use a separate branch circuit for each AC power cord for redundancy in case one of the circuits fails. • Protected by a circuit breaker in accordance with local electrical codes • Supply circuit, line fusing, and wire size adequate to the electrical rating on the s
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. TABLE 2 Power specifications Specification Value for 3000W AC power supply Value for 3000W DC power supply Input rating 16A 70A Input voltage 200–240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, 16.0 Amp -48 VDC maximum Operating range 180 ot 264 VAC -40 to -60 VDC Inrush current Limited to 60 Amp peak for any initial Limited to 70 Amp peak for any initial current surge or spike of 10 ms or less at current surge or spike of 10 ms or less at either cold or warm start. Any additional either cold or warm start. inrush cur
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CAUTION For the NEBS-compliant installation of a Brocade VDX 8770-4 with AC or DC systems, use a ground wire of at least 2 AWG. The ground wire should have an agency-approved crimped connector (provided with the device) attached to one end, with the other end attached to building ground. The connector must be crimped with the proper tool, allowing it to be connected to both ground screws on the enclosure. Before crimping the ground wire into the provided ground lug, ensure that the bare copp
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Switch slots Switch slots are coded and numbered to differentiate between management module slots, switch fabric module slots, and line card slots. Management modules (MM) must be installed only in slots M1 and M2. Switch fabric modules (SFM) must be installed only in slots S1 through S3. There must be at least one SFM installed in either slot S1 or slot S2. The line card slots, L1 through L4, can be filled with either 48x1G, 48x10G, or 12x40G line cards. Unused slots must be filled with the
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10. Before you apply power to the switch, you can install the MM, SFM, and line card modules as well as power supplies to speed up your installation. Refer to the following tasks for information on inserting thet various modules. Port numbering The Brocade VDX 8770-4 uses the following port numbering method: • 12x40G line card module — Ports are numbered from 1 through 12 from from left to right when installed in the switch. Refer to Figure 3. FIGURE 3 12x40G line card • 48x1G and 48x10G line
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FIGURE 5 Inserting a management module Inserting a switch fabric module For this procedure, refer to “ESD precautions” and Figure 6. Complete the following steps to insert the SFM. 1. Unpack the new SFM and remove it from the anti-static bag. 2. Inspect the module for damage. 3. Remove the protective caps from the backplane connectors. 4. Unscrew the power enable pin, pull it outward, and move the slider toward the center of the module face. 5. Open the ejectors on the new SFM by rotating them
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FIGURE 6 Inserting a switch fabric module Inserting a line card For this procedure, refer to “ESD precautions” and Figure 7. Complete this procedure to insert a new line card. 1. Unpack the new line card and remove it from the anti-static bag. 2. Inspect the module for damage. 3. Remove the protective covers from the backplane connectors. 4. Orient the line card so that the ports are at the front of the switch. The component side of the card should face up. 5. Open the ejectors by rotating them
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FIGURE 7 Inserting a line card (48x10G card shown) Inserting power supplies The switch can be powered with either AC or DC power supplies. They are slightly different in appearance and in the way that the power cord is attached. Follow the procedure below for your type of power supply. Brocade VDX 8770-4 QuickStart Guide 17 of 32 Publication Number: 53-1002554-01
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FIGURE 8 Inserting a power supply Inserting an AC power supply For this procedure, refer to “ESD precautions” and Figure 8. To replace a power supply, complete the following steps. DANGER High Touch Current. Earth connection is essential before connecting the power supply. 1. Unpack the new power supply and remove it from the anti-static bag. 2. Inspect the power supply for damage. 3. Ensure that the handle of the replacement power supply is pushed down. 4. Insert the power supply into the slot
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To replace a DC power supply, complete the following steps. 1. Unpack the new power supply and remove it from the anti-static bag. 2. Inspect the power supply for damage. 3. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to remove the screw that secures the safety cover over the power lugs. Remove the safety cover. 4. Ensure that the handle of the replacement power supply is rotated down. 5. Insert the power supply into the slot. 6. Rotate the handle upward to fully seat the power supply. 7. Tighten the captiv
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6. Plug the other end of the cable into the power source. ATTENTION Do not connect the switch to the network until the IP addresses are configured. Preparing to configure the Brocade VDX 8770-4 The Brocade VDX 8770-4 must be configured before it is connected to the fabric, and all of the configuration commands must be entered through the active MM. The Brocade VDX 8770-4 configuration includes the following parameters: • RBridge ID, If you are going to have more than one switch in a fabric. •
