Brocade Communications Systems Computer Hardware 4016 User Manual

SilkWorm 4016  
Hardware Reference Manual  
Supporting Fabric OS v5.0.4  
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About This Document  
This document is a hardware reference manual, written for SAN administrators who are using any blade  
server that supports the Brocade SilkWorm 4016. It provides the information needed to understand the  
installation, configuration, and maintenance of the Brocade SilkWorm 4016 switch module. This  
document is specific to Brocade Fabric OS version 5.0.4 and the specified switch.  
“About This Document” contains the following sections:  
How This Document Is Organized  
This document is organized to help you find the particular information that you want as quickly and  
easily as possible. It provides specific information about the SilkWorm 4016.  
As a hardware reference, this document begins with a brief overview of the SilkWorm 4016 before  
proceeding to details of the switch.  
The document contains the following components:  
Chapter 1, “Introducing the SilkWorm 4016,” provides the basic concepts and a description of the  
switch.  
Chapter 2, “Installing the Brocade SilkWorm 4016,” explains the process used to insert the switch  
into a PowerEdge 1855.  
Chapter 3, “Configuring the Brocade SilkWorm 4016” describes how to connect to the switch and  
change the IP address.  
Chapter 4, “Operating the Brocade SilkWorm 4016,” provides more detail about configuring and  
replacing a SilkWorm 4016.  
Appendix A, “Brocade SilkWorm 4016 Specifications,” is a product specification reference.  
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Supported Hardware and Software  
This document has been created to include information specific to the SilkWorm 4016 switch module  
running Brocade Fabric OS version 5.0.4. This switch was designed specifically to work with a blade  
server chassis.  
This document does not support all 5.x Fabric OS versions: it is specific to the Fabric OS v5.0.4. To  
obtain information about a different Fabric OS version, refer to the documentation specific to your  
Fabric OS.  
What’s New in This Document  
This is a new document. For further information, see the Brocade Fabric OS v5.0.4 release notes.  
Document Conventions  
This section describes text formatting conventions and important notices formats.  
Text Formatting  
The narrative-text formatting conventions that are used in this document are as follows:  
bold text  
italic text  
codetext  
Identifies command names  
Identifies GUI elements  
Identifies keywords and operands  
Identifies text to enter at the GUI or CLI  
Provides emphasis  
Identifies variables  
Identifies paths and Internet addresses  
Identifies document titles  
Identifies CLI output  
Identifies syntax examples  
For readability, command names in the narrative portions of this guide are presented in mixed letter  
case: for example, switchShow. In actual examples, command letter case is often all lowercase.  
Otherwise, this manual specifically notes those cases in which a command is case sensitive.  
Notes, Cautions, and Warnings  
The following notices appear in this document.  
Note  
A note provides a tip, emphasizes important information, or provides a reference to related information.  
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Caution  
A caution alerts you to potential damage to hardware, firmware, software, or data.  
Warning  
A warning alerts you to potential danger to personnel.  
For definitions of SAN-specific terms, visit the Storage Networking Industry Association online  
Additional Information  
This section lists additional Brocade and industry-specific documentation that you might find helpful.  
Brocade Resources  
The following related documentation is provided on the Brocade Documentation CD-ROM and on the  
Brocade Web site, through Brocade Connect.  
Note  
Go to http://www.brocade.com and click Brocade Connect to register at no cost for a user ID and  
password.  
Fabric OS  
Fabric OS Administrator’s Guide  
Fabric OS Command Reference Manual  
Fabric OS MIB Reference Manual  
Fabric OS System Error Message Reference Manual  
Fabric OS Optional Features  
Web Tools Administrator’s Guide  
Fabric Watch Administrator’s Guide  
Secure Fabric OS Administrator’s Guide  
SilkWorm 4016  
SilkWorm 4016 Hardware Reference Manual (this document)  
SilkWorm 4016 QuickStart Guide  
Brocade Fabric OS v5.0.4 release notes  
For practical discussions about SAN design, implementation, and maintenance, you can obtain Building  
SANs with Brocade Fabric Switches through:  
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Library location:  
Release notes are available on the Brocade Connect Web site and are also bundled with the Fabric OS  
firmware.  
Optional Brocade Features  
Optional Brocade features include:  
Advanced Performance Monitoring  
Enables more effective end-to-end SAN performance analysis to enhance  
performance tuning, increase productivity, optimize resource utilization, and  
reduce costs.  
Extended Fabrics  
Fabric Watch  
Supports the reliable, high-speed connectivity of SilkWorm switches over dark  
fiber or Dense Wave Division Multiplexing (DWDM) equipment at distances up  
to 500 kilometers to enhance business continuance operations.  
Continuously monitors SAN fabrics for potential faults based on thresholds set  
for a variety of SAN fabric elements and events—automatically alerting  
administrators to potential problems before they become costly failures.  
ISL Trunking  
Optimizes the performance and availability of SAN fabrics while simplifying  
ISL management. Two 4 Gbit/sec SilkWorm switches can automatically group up  
to eight ISLs into a single logical “trunk” with a total throughput of up to  
32 Gbit/sec.  
Advanced Zoning  
Secure Fabric OS  
Automatically groups SAN fabric-connected devices into logical zones that  
restrict access to “member” devices in the zone. Advanced Zoning uses hardware  
enforcement at both the port and WWN level to provide more robust data  
protection.  
Provides a comprehensive security solution to help protect mission-critical data.  
Key features include centralized policy-based security management,  
management data encryption, and authentication to create a fabric-wide trusted  
environment with control over all levels of fabric access and communication.  
Other Industry Resources  
For additional resource information, visit the Technical Committee T11 Web site. This Web site  
provides interface standards for high-performance and mass storage applications for Fibre Channel,  
storage management, as well as other applications:  
For information about the Fibre Channel industry, visit the Fibre Channel Industry Association Web  
site:  
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Getting Technical Help  
Contact your switch support supplier for hardware, firmware, and software support, including product  
repairs and part ordering. To expedite your call, have the following information available:  
1. General Information  
Technical Support contract number, if applicable  
Switch model  
Switch operating system version  
Error numbers and messages received  
supportSave command output  
Detailed description of the problem and specific questions  
Description of any troubleshooting steps already performed and results  
Serial console and telnet session logs  
syslog message logs  
2. Switch Serial Number  
The switch serial number and corresponding bar code are provided on the serial number label, as  
shown here:  
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*FT00X0054E9  
FT00X0054E9  
The serial number label is located as follows:  
SilkWorm 3014 switches: Top of chassis, under the insertion arm.  
SilkWorm 3016, 4012, and 4016 switches: Side of switch module.  
SilkWorm 200E, 3200, and 3800 switches: nonport side of chassis.  
SilkWorm 3250, 3850, 3900, 4100, 4900, and 7500 switches: Bottom of chassis.  
SilkWorm 24000, and 48000 directors: Inside the front of the chassis, on the wall to the left of  
the ports.  
SilkWorm Multiprotocol Router Model AP7420: On the bottom of the chassis and on the back  
of the chassis.  
3. World Wide Name (WWN)  
SilkWorm 200E, 3014, 3016, 3250, 3800, 3850, 3900, 4012, 4016, 4100, 4900, 7500 switches  
and SilkWorm 24000, and 48000 directors: Provide the license ID. Use the licenseIdShow  
command to display the license ID.  
SilkWorm Multiprotocol Router Model AP7420: Provide the switch WWN. Use the  
switchShow command to display the switch WWN.  
All other SilkWorm switches: Provide the switch WWN. Use the wwn command to display the  
switch WWN.  
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Introducing the SilkWorm 4016  
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The SilkWorm 4016 is a 12-port Fibre Channel switch module (upgradable to 16 ports) that supports  
link speeds up to 4Gbit/sec. It includes the Brocade Fabric Operating System (Fabric OS) and is  
compatible with the entire SilkWorm product family.  
This chapter provides the following information:  
SilkWorm 4016 Features  
The SilkWorm 4016 provides the following features:  
Up to six external autosensing (1, 2, and 4 Gbit/sec) Fibre Channel ports:  
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Universal and self-configuring ports capable of becoming:  
F_Port (fabric enabled)  
FL_Port (fabric loop enabled)  
E_Port (expansion port)  
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Brocade ISL Trunking of external ports with trunking license  
Up to ten copper backplane F_ports capable of automatic negotiation to the highest common speed  
of all devices connected to port, up to 4 Gbit/sec  
Frame filtering that augments the hardware zoning capabilities of the Brocade ASIC, which  
implements hardware zoning at the port level of the switch  
Brocade ASIC expanded capabilities, including World Wide Name (WWN) and device-level  
zoning  
Hardware zoning, implemented by means of a firmware-accessible table per output port  
Extensive diagnostics and monitoring capabilities  
Unicast and broadcast data traffic support  
Up to six SWL small form-factor pluggable (SFP) optical transceivers  
One console port through the backplane connectors to the ; refer to the documentation for  
connection details  
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SilkWorm 4016 Features  
One 10/100 Mbit/sec autosensing Ethernet port with an RJ-45 connector with manual override for  
speed, and full/half duplex operation  
The following light-emitting diodes (LEDs) for each external port:  
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One green/amber LED to indicate status for each port  
One green/amber LED to indicate link speed for each port  
The following system light-emitting diodes (LEDs):  
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One green power LED to indicate module power-on  
One green/amber LED to indicate module status  
One green LED to indicate status  
See “Interpreting LED Activity” on page 4-4 for details about the SilkWorm 4016 switch module LEDs.  
Each SilkWorm 4016 switch contains:  
One PowerPC 405GP processor with a clock speed of 200 MHz  
One real-time clock with 10-year battery  
Five digital thermometers  
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Switch Characteristics  
Switch Characteristics  
This chapter describe the physical characteristics of the SilkWorm 4016.  
Weight and Physical Dimensions  
Table 1-1 lists the weight and physical dimensions of the SilkWorm 4016.  
Table 1-1  
Switch Specifications  
SilkWorm 4016  
1.27 in (32.2 mm)  
Height  
Width  
Depth  
Weight  
5.13 in (130 mm)  
10 in (254 mm)  
2.32 lb — without media  
Memory  
The memory installed in the SilkWorm 4016 is shown in Table 1-2.  
Table 1-2  
Memory Specifications  
Memory Type  
PowerPC 440GP processor  
SDRAM  
Value  
200 MHz  
256 Mbytes - for system memory at 64 bits  
wide with 8 ECC bits  
Boot flash  
4 MB  
Compact flash  
SEEPROM  
256 MB  
256 Kbit  
Additional Port Activation  
Table 1-3 shows the base (included) ports as well as the additional 4 ports that can be activated by  
installing an optional 4-port Ports-on-Demand (POD) license. For details about activating POD  
Table 1-3  
Ports available  
Port Licensing External Ports  
Internal Ports  
0 through 7  
8, 9  
Base  
POD  
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Switch Characteristics  
Port Side  
Externally accessible ports and LEDs are on the port side of the switch. The port side faces out when the  
switch is inserted into a . Figure 1-1 details the switch’s port side. For a complete description of the  
locations and interpretations of these LEDs, see “Interpreting LED Activity” on page 4-4.  
The insertion arm is located just above the port side of the SilkWorm 4016 and ends with a plastic  
handle, accessible at the front of the port side of the switch. This arm is used to remove and insert the  
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Autosensing ports  
The nonport (switch status) LEDs, shown as item 2 of Figure 1-1, display switch-level information as  
shown in Figure 1-2.  
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Switch Characteristics  
Nonport Side  
The nonport side of the SilkWorm 4016 (shown in Figure 1-3) is seated into the . You do not need to do  
anything special to line up the SilkWorm 4016: it will seat correctly when the insertion arm is closed.  
When the switch is inserted the backplane connectors activate a connection port, allowing the access  
and control of the SilkWorm 4016 via the .  
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Labeling  
Figures 1-4 and 1-5 show the labels appearing on the SilkWorm 4016. A second serial label is located  
beneath the insertion arm on the chassis, visible only when the arm is extended.  
To extend the insertion arm, gently squeeze the plastic tab (top-to-bottom) and pull outward.  
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Figure 1-4 Insertion Arm Label  
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Compliance label  
Service tag  
PPID label  
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SFPs  
The SilkWorm 4016 was designed to work with small form-factor pluggable (SFP) optical modules and  
ships with up to six SWL SFPs. SFPs provide optical connections to external devices for both SWL and  
LWL connections. SFPs are replaced using a new pluggable unit rather than having to replace the  
switch. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions when installing SFPs.  
“Removing and Replacing the SilkWorm 4016” on page 4-5 provides details about removing SFPs from  
the SilkWorm 4016.  
For a complete list of SFPs and other interoperable hardware, visit the Brocade Connect Web site at:  
and follow the links to the latest compatibility matrix. From the main page, select Technical Resource  
Center, then Documentation Library. Finally, choose Compatibility and Scalability Information.  
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ISL Trunking Groups  
ISL Trunking Groups  
Brocade ISL Trunking is optional software that allows you to create trunking groups of ISLs between  
adjacent switches.  
If your SilkWorm 4016 switch has a Brocade ISL Trunking license, the external ports can be used as a  
trunking group. Ports that can be used within the same trunking group are color-coded on the switch’s  
port side for easy identification.  
Trunking groups can be groups of two, three, or all four ports. Table 1-4 lists the trunking group  
possibilities for the SilkWorm 4016. These groups correspond with external port groups.  
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Table 1-4  
ISL Trunking Group Options  
# Active Ports  
External Port #  
Trunking groups  
External: 4  
Internal: 8  
10, 11, 12, 13  
10+11, 10+12, 10+13, 10+11+12, 10+11+13,  
10+12+13, 11+12+13, 10+11+12+13  
(any 2, 3, or 4 ports can be trunked together)  
External: 6  
Internal: 10  
10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 10+11, 10+12, 10+13, 10+11+12, 10+11+13,  
10+12+13, 11+12+13, 10+11+12+13, 14+15  
(any 2, 3, or 4 ports from the 10 to 13 group of ports  
and one two port trunk with 14+15 2-port trunk)  
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Note  
Only the external ports are available for trunking.  
The external ports can be used to form 2-port trunks, 3-port trunks, or a 4-port trunk. Trunking groups  
are color-coded on the port side of the chassis for easy identification.  
For details about Brocade ISL Trunking, see the Brocade Fabric OS Administrator’s Guide.  
Brocade Optional Features  
The SilkWorm 4016 supports the following optional Brocade software, which is activated with the  
purchase of the corresponding license key:  
Brocade Advanced Web Tools1  
Brocade Advanced Zoning1  
Brocade ISL Trunking  
Brocade Fabric Watch  
Brocade Secure Fabric OS  
Port on Demand (POD) licensing  
Brocade Advanced Performance  
Monitoring  
Support for Brocade Fabric Access API and API  
Scripting Toolkit  
1. included with the SilkWorm 4016  
For detailed information on any of these features, refer to the Fabric OS Administrator’s Guide.  
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Installing the Brocade SilkWorm 4016  
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This chapter provides the following information:  
Unpacking the SilkWorm 4016  
To remove the SilkWorm 4016 from its shipping package:  
1. Open the shipping box and inspect the contents, making sure that nothing is missing or damaged.  
Do not insert a damaged switch into the PowerEdge chassis. If the SilkWorm 4016 appears to be  
damaged, contact your sales representative before proceeding.  
2. Remove the cardboard accessory tray that sits on top of the SilkWorm 4016.  
This tray contains the documentation, regulatory statements, product information guide, and  
Documentation CD.  
3. Remove the switch from the box.  
The protective foam ends will slide out with the switch.  
4. Remove the foam ends from the switch.  
5. Be sure that you have taken the necessary precautions for electrostatic sensitivity; then, break the  
seal warning.  
6. Slide the SilkWorm 4016 out of the antistatic sleeve and inspect it carefully for any obvious defects  
or shipping damage.  
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Preparing the Blade Server for the SilkWorm 4016  
Preparing the Blade Server for the SilkWorm 4016  
Before you insert the SilkWorm 4016 into the blade server chassis, make sure that the following  
conditions are met:  
The blade server chassis is powered up.  
The I/O bay into which the SilkWorm 4016 will be inserted is empty and ready to receive the  
switch. The SilkWorm 4016 should only be inserted into the specific chassis I/O bay indicated.  
All power requirements specific to the blade server chassis are met. Refer to the manufacturer’s  
documentation for details.  
If you are replacing an existing switch, the new one should be inserted within one minute of  
removal.  
Inserting a SilkWorm 4016 into the Chassis  
To insert the SilkWorm 4016 into a blade server chassis:  
1. Unpack the SilkWorm 4016 from its shipping box, as described in “Unpacking the SilkWorm  
2. Verify that the chassis I/O bay into which the SilkWorm 4016 is being inserted is empty. Do not  
insert the SilkWorm 4016 into any other chassis I/O bay.  
3. Gripping the top and bottom of the release latch, gently squeeze the latch to free the insertion arm.  
The SilkWorm 4016 is designed to work only in the designated chassis I/O bay of the blade server.  
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4. Swing the insertion arm out to open the arm completely.  
This positions the insertion arm, allowing the SilkWorm 4016 to seat properly in the blade server  
chassis.  
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open chassis I/O bay. The following illustration shows the SilkWorm 4016 being inserted with a  
horizontal orientation. Your blade server chassis may reuqire a vertical orientation.  
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6. Push the insertion arm gently toward the chassis until the arm is flush with the edge of the  
SilkWorm 4016 chassis.  
At this point the SilkWorm 4016 is firmly seated in the chassis I/O bay.  
Warning  
Do not force the arm closed. Doing so could cause damage. If the arm does not close easily, gently  
remove the SilkWorm 4016 and reinsert it into the chassis I/O bay.  
Closing the insertion arm locks the SilkWorm 4016 into the chassis I/O bay. Locking the  
SilkWorm 4016 into the bay activates the switch and switch LEDs.  
7. Install the SFP modules into the external ports.  
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Refer to the SFP manufacturer’s documentation for details about SFP modules.  
After it is activated, the switch runs self-diagnostic tests such as POST. For more information, see  
“Interpreting POST Results” on page 4-3. After the diagnostics are complete, cable the SilkWorm 4016  
as directed by the blade server chassis manufacturer’s documentation. The blade server creates a  
connection to the switch for configuration.  
See Chapter 3, “Configuring the Brocade SilkWorm 4016” for instructions on setting the initial IP  
address for the switch module.  
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Configuring the Brocade SilkWorm 4016  
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The SilkWorm 4016 must be configured correctly before it can operate within a network and fabric.  
This chapter provides the following information to ensure successful configuration:  
Items Required  
The following items are required for configuring and connecting the SilkWorm 4016 for use in a  
network and fabric:  
The SilkWorm 4016, installed in a blade server chassis  
A workstation computer that has a terminal emulator (such as HyperTerminal)  
An unused IP address and corresponding subnet mask and gateway address  
The serial cable to connect to the blade server chassis  
SFP transceivers and compatible fibre cables, as required  
Access to an FTP server for backing up the switch configuration  
Configuring the SilkWorm 4016  
To configure the SilkWorm 4016, perform the tasks in the order shown:  
Caution  
Do not connect the switch to the internal network until the IP address is correctly set.  
1. Install the SilkWorm 4016 in a blade server chassis as described in “Inserting a SilkWorm 4016 into  
2. Create a serial connection, as described in “Creating a Serial Connection” on page 3-2.  
3. Connect to the switch as described in “Connecting to the Switch” on page 3-3.  
4. Set the IP address as described in “Setting the Switch IP Address” on page 3-3.  
5. Create the Ethernet connection as described in “Creating an Ethernet Connection” on page 3-3.  
6. Complete the configuration as described in “Completing the Switch Configuration” on page 3-4.  
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Creating a Serial Connection  
To create a serial connection to the SilkWorm 4016 you need to connect to the serial port of the blade  
server chassis’ management module.  
Note  
All versions of the Microsoft Windows operating system include Hilgraeve's HyperTerminal terminal  
emulation software. However, the included version does not provide many functions required during  
console redirection. Either upgrade to HyperTerminal Private Edition 6.3, or select new terminal  
emulation software.  
The examples in this section assume that you have upgraded to Hilgraeve's HyperTerminal Private  
Edition 6.3. (Only Hilgraeve's HyperTerminal Private Edition 6.3 using Windows Server 2003 is  
supported.) If you are using other terminal emulation software, see the documentation for that software.  
When using HyperTerminal with the Microsoft Windows 2000 operating system, ensure that you have  
Windows 2000 Service Pack 2 or later installed. The arrow keys function properly in HyperTerminal’s  
VT100 emulation with Windows 2000 Service Pack 2.  
1. Connect the null modem cable to the serial port on the management module and to the client  
system.  
2. Click the Start button, point to Programs > Accessories > Communications, and then click  
HyperTerminal.  
3. Enter a name for the new connection, select an icon, and then click OK.  
4. From the Connect to drop-down menu, select an available COM port, and then click OK.  
After you select an available COM port, the COM port properties window appears.  
5. Configure the port with the following settings:  
Bits per second 115200  
Data bits  
Parity  
8
None  
Stop bits  
Flow control  
Properties  
1
None  
VT100 for Emulation mode  
Terminal keys1 Function, Arrow, and Ctrl  
1. Ensure that the setting is not set to Windows keys  
6. Click OK.  
The management application displays a login screen on the console monitor.  
7. Log into the management module using your administrative user name and password.  
For details about setting up the terminal emulation with the correct connection and login information,  
refer to the blade server chassis documentation.  
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Connecting to the Switch  
To log in to the switch through the serial connection:  
1. Verify that the switch has completed POST. When POST is complete, the port status and switch  
power and status LEDs return to a standard healthy state.  
2. Login to theblade server’s management module as specified in “Creating a Serial Connection” on  
3. At the command prompt, type connect switch-x where x is the bay into which the SilkWorm 4016  
is installed.  
4. At the login prompt, log in to the SilkWorm 4016 switch. By default, the user name is “admin” and  
the password is “password”.  
Setting the Switch IP Address  
By default, the IP address for the SilkWorm 4016 is configured as 10.77.77.77.  
To replace the default IP address and related information:  
1. Log in using the terminal emulator and enter the ipAddrSet command. Follow the on-screen  
instructions and supply the correct information, as shown in the following example.  
switch:admin> ipaddrset  
Ethernet IP Address [10.77.77.77]:10.32.53.47  
Ethernet Subnetmask [255.0.0.0]:255.255.240.0  
Fibre Channel IP Address [0.0.0.0]:  
Fibre Channel Subnetmask [0.0.0.0]:  
Gateway IP Address [0.0.0.0]:10.32.48.1  
Set IP address now?[y = set now, n = next reboot]:y  
IP address being changed...  
Committing configuration...Done.  
switch:admin>  
2. Optionally, verify that the address was correctly set by typing the ipAddrShow command at the  
prompt.  
Creating an Ethernet Connection  
To create an Ethernet connection to the SilkWorm 4016:  
1. Remove the dust plug from the Ethernet port.  
2. Connect an Ethernet cable to the switch Ethernet port and to the workstation or to an Ethernet  
network containing the workstation.  
Note  
At this point the switch can be accessed remotely. Ensure that the switch is not being modified from any  
other connection until configuration is complete.  
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Completing the Switch Configuration  
To complete the switch configuration:  
1. Log on to the switch by telnet, using the admin account.  
2. Modify the domain ID if required.  
The default domain ID is 1. If the switch is not powered on until after it is connected to the fabric  
and the default 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.  
To find the domain IDs that are currently in use, run the fabricShow command on another switch in  
the fabric. Identify an unused domain ID:  
a. On the SilkWorm 4016 that is being configured, disable the switch using the switchDisable  
command.  
b. Enter the configure command.  
The command prompts display sequentially; enter a new value or press Enter to accept each  
default value. The SilkWorm 4016 now has a unique domain ID and can join the fabric.  
c. Reenable the switch by entering the switchEnable command.  
Note  
It could take a short time (typically a few seconds but sometimes a little longer) for the  
newly added switch to appear in the fabric display with its newly assigned domain ID.  
3. Install the SFP transceivers in the external Fibre Channel ports as required.  
a. Remove the dust plugs from the ports to be used.  
b. If necessary, remove the end caps from the SFP.  
c. Position a transceiver so that it is oriented correctly and insert it into a port until it is firmly  
seated and the latching mechanism clicks.  
For instructions specific to the type of transceiver, refer to the transceiver manufacturer’s  
documentation.  
d. Repeat substeps a, b, and c for the remaining ports, as required.  
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4. Connect the cables to the transceivers.  
The transceivers are keyed to ensure correct orientation. If a transceiver does not install easily,  
ensure that it is correctly oriented and that the end caps have been removed. The cables used in  
trunking groups must meet specific requirements. For a list of these requirements, see the Fabric  
OS Administrator’s Guide.  
Caution  
A 50-micron cable should not be bent to a radius less than 2 inches under full tensile load  
and 1.2 inches with no tensile load.  
Tie wraps are not recommended for optical cables because they are easily overtightened.  
a. Orient a cable connector so that the key (the ridge on one side of connector) aligns with the slot  
in the transceiver.  
b. Insert the cable into the transceiver until the latching mechanism clicks. For instructions  
specific to cable type, refer to the cable manufacturer’s documentation.  
c. Repeat for the remaining transceivers as required.  
5. Check the LEDs to verify that all components are functional.  
For information about LED patterns, see the “Interpreting LED Activity” on page 4-4.  
6. Verify the correct operation of the SilkWorm 4016 by typing the switchShow command from the  
workstation.  
This command provides information about switch and port status.  
7. Verify the correct operation of the SilkWorm 4016 in the fabric by typing the fabricShow  
command from the workstation.  
This command provides general information about the fabric.  
8. Back up the switch configuration to an FTP server by typing the configUpload command and  
following the prompts.  
This command uploads the switch configuration to the server, making it available for downloading  
to a replacement switch if necessary. Brocade recommends backing up the configuration on a  
regular basis to ensure that a complete configuration is available for downloading to a replacement  
switch.  
For specific instructions about how to back up the configuration, see the Fabric OS Administrator’s  
Guide. The switchShow, fabricShow, and configUpload commands are described in detail in the  
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Activating Ports on Demand (POD)  
The SilkWorm 4016 is shipped with 12 licensed ports. As your needs increase, you can activate up to  
four additional ports by purchasing and installing the Brocade Ports on Demand (POD) optional  
licensed product. Table 3-1 shows the ports available.  
Table 3-1  
Ports available  
Port Licensing  
Base  
External Ports  
10 through 13  
14, 15  
Internal Ports  
0 through 7  
8, 9  
POD  
Adding licenses is performed using either Brocade Web Tools or a telnet connection: you do not use the  
blade server chassis’ management software.  
Ports on Demand is ready to be unlocked in the switch module firmware. Its license might be supplied  
with switch module software, or you can purchase the license separately from your switch module  
vendor, who will provide you with a key to unlock it.  
Once you have installed the license keys, you must enable the ports. You can do so without disrupting  
switch operation, or alternatively, you can disable and reenable the switch to activate all ports.  
If you remove a Ports on Demand License, the ports that were enabled by that license are disabled.  
Activating Ports with a POD License  
There are two methods for activating ports with a POD license:  
1. For switch modules connected to existing storage networks:  
Add the POD license using Web Tools or CLI.  
Enable each newly licensed ports using Web Tools or CLI.  
This method is non-disruptive to existing servers and storage connecting to switch module.  
2. For new switch module installs, perform the following before connecting to an existing SAN.  
Caution  
Do not use this method if the switch module is operating in an existing SAN because  
traffic will be disrupted.  
Disable the switch module and then add the POD license using Web Tools or the CLI.  
If Secure Fabric OS (Secure FOS) is enabled you cannot use telnet or SSH to disable the  
module. For details about using Web Tools, refer to the Web Tools Administrator’s Guide. For  
details about the CLI, see the Fabric OS Command Reference Manual.  
Enable the switch using Web Tools or CLI. When the switch is enabled, the newly-added POD  
ports are also enabled.  
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Removing POD-licensed Ports  
You can return the switch module to the default number of ports by removing the POD license. The  
license can be removed regardless of whether the switch is active or disabled.  
Use Web Tools or the CLI to remove the POD license. Ports should be disabled before removing a POD  
license.  
For details about using Web Tools, see the Web Tools Administrator’s Guide. For details about the CLI  
and CLI commands, see the Fabric OS Command Reference Manual.  
If the switch module is disabled, the removed ports are not automatically enabled when the switch  
module is enabled.  
If the switch module is enabled when a license is removed, operations continue until the switch  
module receives either a switchDisable/Enable command, the switch module is power cycled, or  
you perform a manual portDisable of each unlicensed port.  
In the following example, ports that were enabled under a POD license (ports 17, 18, and 19) are  
disabled and the POD license is removed.  
Example, using the CLI  
switch:admin > portdisable 17  
switch:admin > portdisable 18  
switch:admin > portdisable 19  
switch:admin > licenseremove "RRySeyRcySSS3TfS"  
Connecting to the Switch Using Web Tools  
To connect to the switch using Brocade’s Web Tools:  
1. On the management console, open a Web browser such as Internet Explorer.  
The Web browser must be connected to the same network as the switch.  
2. Enter the IP address of the switch in the address field and press Enter.  
For more information about using Web Tools, see the Web Tools Administrator’s Guide.  
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Operating the Brocade SilkWorm 4016  
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This chapter describes the operation and interoperability of the SilkWorm 4016. Included in this chapter  
are:  
Interoperability  
The SilkWorm 4016 supports interoperability for:  
link initialization  
soft WWN zoning  
principal switch selection  
routing (FSPF)  
SNMP facilities  
translative mode (private target support on fabrics)  
trunking (between two Brocade switches)  
Advanced Performance Monitoring  
Simple Name Service  
state change notification  
The SilkWorm 4016 interoperates with the Brocade SilkWorm switches shown in Table 4-1.  
Table 4-1  
Switch  
Compatible Switches  
Minimum Version  
4.2.1  
Switch  
Minimum Version  
SilkWorm 3014  
SilkWorm 3200  
SilkWorm 3250  
SilkWorm 3800  
SilkWorm 3850  
SilkWorm 3900  
SilkWorm 4100  
SilkWorm 12000  
SilkWorm 24000  
SilkWorm 48000  
SilkWorm 200E  
4.4.0  
4.2.0  
4.2.0  
5.0.1a  
5.0.1a  
3.1.2  
4.2.0  
3.1.2  
4.2.0  
4.2.0  
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Port Negotiation  
The SilkWorm 4016 has been designed to be highly interoperable. It supports 1 Gbit/sec, 2 Gbit/sec,  
and 4 Gbit/sec transmit and receive rates with autonegotiation. The actual data signaling rate used on a  
port is automatically sensed and set to the rate supported by device or devices attached to the port.  
If the SilkWorm 4016 is connected to a device but is unable to negotiate the signaling rate, the operator  
can manually set the speed of each port through the management interfaces.  
The SilkWorm 4016 is compliant with current Fibre Channel standards, including most current-  
generation switch N_Ports, NL_Ports, and E_Ports as well as host adapters, Redundant Array of  
Independent Disks (RAID) storage devices, hubs, Fibre-SCSI bridge devices, and older Brocade  
SilkWorm switch families.  
Operating System Support  
Brocade Fabric OS has no specific host OS dependencies. The Fabric OS in the switches allows for any  
Fibre Channel-compliant device to attach to the switches as long as it conforms to the standards for  
device login, name service, and related Fibre Channel features. The operating systems listed in Table 4-  
2 are for the host machine running Brocade management applications outside the Fabric OS, such as  
Fabric Manager.  
Table 4-2  
Supported Operating Systems  
Operating System  
AIX  
Version  
4.3.3  
Windows NT  
Windows 2000  
Solaris  
4.0  
Initial Release  
2.5, 2.5.1, 2.6, 2.7, 2.8  
10.0, 11.0  
HP UX  
Linux  
Red Hat versions 6.2 and 7.0  
Accessing the SilkWorm 4016  
The SilkWorm 4016 is managed as a single element. It has a single IP address and appears as a separate  
entity to the telnet protocol and the Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP).  
When SNMP devices send SNMP messages to a management console running SAN management  
software, the information is stored in a Management Information Base (MIB). The SilkWorm 4016  
Fabric OS 4.4.1 supports the FibreAlliance Fibre Channel Management (FCMGMT) MIBs, allowing  
the provision of needed information to a SAN administrator.  
In addition, the Brocade Fabric Access Layer (API) and the Storage Management Initiative (SMI)  
provide facilities for the discovery and management of physical and logical elements in a SAN. Using  
the Fabric Access interface to the Fabric OS, a client application can retrieve information and modify  
the configuration of Brocade switches in the fabric.  
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Interpreting POST Results  
Secure telnet access is available using Secure Shell (SSH), a network security protocol for secure  
remote login and other secure network services over an insecure network.  
Brocade Web Tools management is available via a secure browser using Secure Sockets Layer (SSL).  
The SSL security protocol provides data encryption, server authentication, message integrity, and  
optional client authentication for a TCP/IP connection. Because SSL is built into all major browsers and  
Web servers, installing a digital certificate enables the SSL capabilities.  
Interpreting POST Results  
The power-on self test (POST) system check is performed each time the switch is powered on, rebooted,  
or reset.  
Example POSTOutput  
POST1: Started running Tue Nov 9 20:27:57 GMT 2004  
POST1: Test #1 - Running turboramtest  
POST1: Test #2 - Running centralmemorytest  
POST1: Test #3 - Running cmitest  
POST2: Running diagshow  
POST1: Script PASSED with exit status of 0 Tue Nov 9 20:28:10 GMT 2004 took (0:  
0:13)  
POST2: Started running Tue Nov 9 20:28:12 GMT 2004  
POST2: Test #1 - Running camtest  
POST2: Test #2 - Running txdpath  
POST2: Test #3 - Running spinsilk (SERDES)  
POST2: Running diagshow  
POST2: Script PASSED with exit status of 0 Tue Nov 9 20:29:11 GMT 2004 took (0:  
0:59)  
Initializing Ports ....  
Port Initialization Completed  
Enabling switch...  
During POST, the LEDs are activated in various indicator patterns.  
To determine POST completion status:  
Verify that the LEDs on the switch indicate a healthy SilkWorm 4016. LED patterns are described  
If one or more LEDs do not display a healthy state, verify that the LEDs are not set to beacon. Use  
the switchShow command or Web Tools to verify the LED state. For information about how to turn  
beaconing on and off, see the Fabric OS Administrator’s Guide or the Web Tools Administrator’s  
Guide.  
Use the blade server chassis’ management module to verify that the switch is working correctly.  
Refer to the blade server chassis documentation for details.  
Review the system log for errors.  
Any errors detected during POST are written to the system log. Access this log through the  
errShow command. For information about this command, see the Fabric OS Command Reference  
Manual. For information about error messages, see the Fabric OS System Error Message Reference  
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Interpreting LED Activity  
Each SilkWorm 4016 uses LEDs to indicate status. These LEDs are shown in Figure 4-1. Not shown are  
the two LEDs adjacent to each SFP, with one LED to indicate port speed and one LED to indicate  
activity.  
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Figure 4-1 LED Locations  
Location  
Indicator Color  
Operation  
1
bladeserver green/amber  
chassis  
Controlled by the blade server. Refer to the blade  
serverdocumentation for details.  
2
status  
green/amber  
Off: Switch is off or both power supplies from the  
PowerEdge 1855) or onboard DCC have failed  
Green: No errors and all ports are ready for use  
Amber: Boot-up state, port(s) offline, or in reset  
state  
Blinking (2 Hz green/amber): One or more  
environmental ranges are exceeded, or error log  
contains diagnostic error messages  
Note: The LED might blink during testing.  
3
power  
green  
Off: Switch is off or both power supplies (on the  
PowerEdge 1855) or onboard DCC have failed  
Green: Normal operation and power supply is  
functioning properly. Power is supplied by the  
blade server chassis  
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Location  
Indicator Color  
Operation (Continued)  
4
Ethernet  
speed  
green  
Off: 10 Mbit/sec  
On: 100 Mbit/sec  
5
6
Ethernet  
link  
amber  
Off: No link  
On: Link OK  
Blink: Rx or Tx traffic  
FC port x  
status  
green/amber  
LED meanings are not valid during boot, diagnostics,  
or POST.  
Off: No signal carrier  
Amber: Signal present but not online  
Slow blink amber: Disable, ~2 second interval  
Fast blink amber: Error or fault with port, ~1/2  
second interval  
Green: Online; flickers with activity  
Slow blink green: Online but segmented  
Fast blink green: Internal loopback  
7
FC port x  
speed  
green/amber  
Amber on: 4 Gbit/sec FC  
Green on: 2 Gbit/sec FC  
Both off: 1 Gbit/sec FC  
Removing and Replacing the SilkWorm 4016  
To remove a failed or replaced SilkWorm 4016:  
1. Back up the switch configuration to an FTP server by typing the configUpload command and  
following the prompts.  
This command uploads the switch configuration to the server, making it available for downloading  
to a replacement switch if necessary. Brocade recommends backing up the configuration on a  
regular basis to ensure that a complete configuration is available for downloading to a replacement  
switch.  
2. Stop all SAN activity requiring the ports used by the SilkWorm 4016.  
For details about port management, refer to your blade server documentation. Verify that there is no  
activity by viewing the SilkWorm 4016 LEDs. For details about LED activity on the SilkWorm  
3. Remove all cables from the SFP modules.  
4. Remove the SFP modules according to the manufacturer’s instructions.  
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The following figure details the generic process for removing an SFP from a port.  
Cable  
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SFP  
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5. Squeeze the release lever latch to release the SilkWorm 4016.  
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6. Gently pull the handle of the SilkWorm 4016 insertion arm out and toward you to release the  
switch.  
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8. Within one minute, install a replacement switch or a filler module into the empty slot.  
The replacement procedure is described in detail in “Inserting a SilkWorm 4016 into the Chassis”  
Note  
If you are not replacing the switch, use a filler module to fill the empty slot to ensure  
proper air flow. Do not leave the slot empty for longer than one minute.  
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Brocade SilkWorm 4016 Specifications  
A
This appendix provides product specifications as a handy reference. Information provided here includes:  
Weight and Physical Dimensions  
Table A-1 lists the weight and physical dimensions of the SilkWorm 4016.  
Table A-1 Switch Specifications  
SilkWorm 4016  
1.27 in (32.2 mm)  
Height  
Width  
Depth  
Weight  
5.13 in (130 mm)  
10 in (254 mm)  
2.32 lb — without media  
Facility Requirements  
The information in Table A-2 shows the operating and non-operating limitations of the SilkWorm 4016.  
Table A-2  
Condition  
Temperature  
Humidity  
Environmental Requirements  
Operating  
Non-operating  
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)"  
-20°C to 70°C (-4°F to 158°F)"  
10% to 90%, non-condensing at 5% to 95%, non-condensing at  
29°C" 38°C"  
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Table A-2  
Altitude  
Shock  
Environmental Requirements (Continued)  
Up to 3,048 m (10,000 ft)  
Up to 10.668 km (35,000ft)  
20G for 6ms  
50G with a velocity change of  
4216 mm/sec squared  
Vibration  
Air flow  
0.4G at 5 Hz to 500 Hz for 60  
minutes  
0.5G at 2 Hz to 200 Hz for 15  
minutes; 1.04 GRMS Random for  
15 minutes  
Normal: 100-300 LFM  
None required  
Architectural Specification  
The SilkWorm 4016 meets the specifications shown in Table A-3.  
Table A-3 Architecture  
Scalability  
Full fabric architecture with maximum of 239 switches  
Certified maximum  
Performance  
32 switches, 7 hops  
1.063 Gbit/sec line speed, full duplex  
2.125 Gbit/sec line speed, full duplex  
Fabric latency  
<2.1 µsec with no contention  
2112-byte payload  
Maximum frame size  
Class of service  
Class 2  
Class 3  
Class F (interswitch frames)  
Port types  
FL_Port  
F_Port  
E_Port  
Fabric services  
Simple Name Server, Registered State Change Notification  
Supported HBAs  
A complete list of interoperable hardware, visit the Brocade Connect Web site at:  
and follow the links to the latest compatibility matrix. From the main page, select Technical Resource  
Center, then Documentation Library. Finally, choose Compatibility and Scalability Information.  
For more information and a list of supported HBAs, refer to your Dell PowerEdge documentation.  
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Fibre Channel Standards Compliance  
The SilkWorm 4016 switch meets or exceeds the Fibre Channel standards compliance, performance, and  
feature capabilities as defined in the Brocade standards compliance list. This information is available at:  
Regulatory Compliance  
This section describes the regulatory compliance requirements for the SilkWorm 4016. It contains:  
FCC Warning (US only)  
This equipment has been tested and complies with the limits for a Class A computing device pursuant to  
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful  
interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.  
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in  
accordance with the instruction manual, might cause harmful interference to radio communications.  
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the  
user will be required to correct the interference at the user’s own expense.  
MIC Statement (Republic of Korea)  
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VCCI Statement  
This is a Class A product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by  
Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this equipment is used in a domestic environment, radio  
disturbance might arise. When such trouble occurs, the user might be required to take corrective actions.  
BSMI Statement (Chinese)  
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CE Statement  
Caution  
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product might cause radio interference, and  
the user might be required to take corrective measures.  
The standards compliance label on the SilkWorm 4016 contains the CE mark which indicates that this  
system conforms to the provisions of the following European Council directives, laws, and standards:  
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive 89/336/EEC and the Complementary Directives  
92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC  
Low Voltage Directive (LVD) 73/23/EEC and the Complementary Directive 93/68/EEC  
EN50082-2/EN55024:1998 (European Immunity Requirements)  
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EN61000-3-2/JEIDA (European and Japanese Harmonics Spec)  
EN61000-3-3  
Canadian Requirements  
This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment  
Regulations, ICES-003 Class A.  
Laser Compliance  
This equipment contains Class 1 laser products and complies with FDA Radiation Performance  
Standards, 21 CFR Subchapter I and the international laser safety standard IEC 825-2.  
Caution  
Use only optical transceivers that are qualified by Brocade Communications Systems, Inc. and comply  
with the FDA Class 1 radiation performance requirements defined in 21 CFR Subchapter I, and with  
IEC 825-2. Optical products that do not comply with these standards might emit light that is hazardous  
to the eyes.  
RTC Battery  
Caution  
Do not attempt to replace the real-time clock (RTC) battery. There is danger of explosion if the battery is  
incorrectly replaced or disposed of. Contact your switch supplier if the real-time clock begins to lose  
time.  
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Electrical Safety  
Caution  
This switch might have more than one power cord.To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect both  
power cords before servicing.  
Caution  
Connect the power cord only to a grounded outlet.  
Caution  
This product is designed for an IT power system with phase-to-phase voltage of 230V. After operation of  
the protective device, the equipment is still under voltage if it is connected to an IT power system.  
Regulatory Certifications  
Table 4-3 lists the safety and EMC (electromagnetic compatibility) specifications for which the  
SilkWorm 4016 is certified.  
Table 4-3  
Country  
Canada  
EMC Certifications  
Safety Specification  
EMC Specification  
CSA 22.2 No. 60950 Third Ed.  
CSA 108.8 Class A  
United States  
UL 60950 Third Ed., Info. Tech. Equip.  
EN55022 Class A  
FCC Part 15, Subpart B (CFR title 47), Class A  
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Country  
Japan  
EMC Certifications (Continued)  
Safety Specification  
EMC Specification  
IEC 60950+A1+A2+A3+A4+A11  
EN55022 Class A  
EN 61000-3-2 Harmonics (JEIDA Limits)  
EN55022 Class A  
International  
IEC 60950+A1+A2+A3+A4+A11  
European Union  
EN 60950:92  
EN 55022:1998 Class A  
+A1:93+A2:93+A3:95+A4:96+A11:97  
(Austria, Belgium, Cyprus,  
Czech Republic, Denmark,  
Estonia, Finland, France,  
Germany, Greece, Hungary,  
Ireland, Italy, Latvia,  
Lithuania, Luxembourg,  
Malta, Poland, Portugal,  
Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain,  
Sweden, The Netherlands,  
United Kingdom)  
EN 55024 (Immunity)  
73/23/EEC  
EN 61000-4-2 Electrostatic Discharge  
EN 61000-4-3 Radiated Fields  
EN 61000-4-4 Electrical Fast Transients  
EN 61000-4-5 Surge Voltage  
EN 61000-4-6 Conducted Emissions  
EN 61000-4-8 Magnetic Fields  
EN60825-1:1994/A11, -2  
TUV (Germany only)  
IEC 60950+A1+A2+A3+A4+A11  
(NEMKO CB Report) (Norway only)  
and Republic of Korea  
EN 61000-4-11 Voltage Dips and Interruptions  
EN 61000-3-2 Limits for Harmonic Current  
Emissions  
EN 61000-3-3 Flicker  
Australia and New Zealand  
EN 55022: 1998 Class A  
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Index  
A
D
accessing 4-2  
activating ports 3-6  
air flow A-1  
digital thermometer 1-2  
dimensions of 1-3  
DTE port 1-1  
B
E
base ports 1-3, 3-6  
E_Ports 1-1  
beacon 4-3  
boot flash 1-3  
Brocade applications supported 1-7  
Brocade ISL Trunking 1-7  
BSMI statement (Chinese) A-4  
electrical safety A-6  
errShow command 4-3  
Extended Fabrics 1-7  
external port groups 1-7  
F
C
F_Ports 1-1  
Canadian requirements A-5  
CE statement A-5  
commands  
Fabric Watch 1-7  
fabricShow command 3-5  
facility requirements A-1  
FCC warning (US only) A-3  
features 1-1, 1-7  
Fibre Channel Standards Compliance A-3  
filler module 4-7  
configUpload 3-5  
connect 3-3  
errShow 4-3  
fabricShow 3-5  
ipAddrSet 3-3  
ipAddrShow 3-3  
portDisable 3-7  
switchDisable 3-7  
switchEnable 3-7  
switchShow 3-5, 4-3  
compact flash 1-3  
compatibility matrix 1-6  
configUpload command 3-5  
connect command 3-3  
console port 1-1  
FL_Ports 1-1  
flash 1-3  
H
humidity A-1  
I
inserting 2-2  
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insertion arm 1-5, 2-2  
insertion arm latch 2-2  
installation 2-2  
N
nonport side 1-5  
interfaces 1-1  
Internet Explorer 3-7  
interoperability 4-1  
interpreting  
O
operating requirements A-1  
Operating System support 4-2  
optional features 1-7  
LED activity 4-4  
POST results 4-3  
ipAddrSet command 3-3  
ipAddrShow command 3-3  
ISL 1-7  
trunking 1-1, 1-7  
trunking groups 1-7  
ISL trunking 1-7  
P
Performance Monitor 1-7  
POD,port licensing 3-6  
port groups 1-7  
ISL trunking groups 1-7  
K
port negotiation 4-2  
kernel 1-3  
port side 1-4  
kernel flash 1-3  
Port Side of the SilkWorm 3014 1-4  
port speed 1-1  
portDisable command 3-7  
ports  
L
Ports on Demand 3-6  
POST results 4-3  
PPC405GP 1-2  
preparing the PowerEdge 1855 2-2  
processor 1-2, 1-3  
protective foam 2-1  
prots  
labeling 1-5  
laser compliance A-5  
latch 2-2  
LED activity  
interpreting 4-4  
license  
removing 3-7  
license key 3-6  
activating 3-6  
R
M
real-time clock 1-2  
Management tool 4-3  
memory 1-3  
MIC statement (Republic of Korea) A-3  
regulatory certifications A-6  
regulatory compliance A-3  
release lever 2-2  
remote switch 1-7  
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removing and replacing 4-5  
removing POD license 3-7  
replacement 2-2, 4-2  
RJ-45 connector 1-1  
V
VCCI statement A-4  
vibration A-1  
RTC battery A-5  
W
S
Web browser 3-7  
Web Tools 3-7  
SDRAM 1-3  
Weight and Physical Dimensions 1-3  
SEEPROM 1-2, 1-3  
SFPs 1-6  
shipping package 2-1  
shock A-1  
SilkWorm 3014 Features 1-1  
SilkWorm 3014 Memory 1-3  
slots 2-2  
Z
specifications A-1  
Supported (Optional) Features 1-7  
supported HBAs A-2  
supported SFP 1-6, A-2  
switch  
characteristics 1-3  
physical dimensions 1-3  
weight 1-3  
switchDisable command 3-7  
switchEnable command 3-7  
switchShow command 3-5, 4-3  
T
temperature A-1  
temperature sensor 1-2  
trunking 1-7  
U
unpacking the SilkWorm 3014 2-1  
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