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Broadcom Brocade X7-4 Director User Manual

Broadcom Brocade X7-4 Director
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X7-4 Director Hardware Installation Guide
Installation Guide
30 April 2020
X7-4-Install-IG100
30 April 2020
Broadcom

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Broadcom Brocade X7-4 Director Specifications

General IconGeneral
Product TypeDirector Switch
Fibre Channel Speed32 Gbps
Width17.3 in
Weight250 lbs
Power SupplyHot-swappable
CoolingRedundant, Hot-swappable fans
PortsUp to 384 ports (depending on configuration)
ManagementBrocade Network Advisor

Summary

Preparing for Installation

Safety Precautions

Details general, ESD, and power precautions for safe installation.

Facility Requirements

Outlines the necessary electrical, thermal, and rack requirements before installation.

Mounting the Device

Mounting Options

Describes various locations and rack mount kits for mounting the device.

Mounting Precautions

Lists specific precautions to follow when mounting the device.

Installing the 8U Chassis Airflow Diversion or Port-Side Exhaust Kit for Four-Post Racks

Instructions for installing airflow diversion kits for four-post racks.

Installing the Device in an 18–24-Inch Rack

Installing the Device in a 27-31-Inch Rack

Installing the Device in the Rack

Details mounting the device into the rack.

Initial Setup and Verification

Configuration and Verification Task Guide

Outlines tasks for initial configuration, setup, verification, and backup.

Providing Power to the Device

Explains how to provide power to the device and related precautions.

Connecting the Power Cord to AC Power Supplies

Provides steps for connecting AC power cords to the device's power supplies.

Installing Transceivers and Cables

WWN Cards

Power Supply Assemblies

Fan Assemblies

Replacing the Chassis

Precautions Specific to Chassis Replacement

Lists precautions for chassis replacement, including ESD and lifting.

Recording Critical Device and SAN Information

Instructs on running commands and saving output for critical information.

Downloading the Configuration

Restores the original configuration using the configDownload command.

Reconnecting the System to the Network and Fabric

Details reconnecting the device to the network and fabric after replacement.

Verifying Correct Operation of the System

Steps to verify the system's correct operation after reconnection.

Cautions and Danger Notices

Electrical Cautions

Electrical safety precautions related to power cords and grounding.

Danger Notices

Alerts to potentially lethal or extremely hazardous conditions.

Laser Dangers

Hazards associated with laser radiation from fiber optic interfaces.