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Broadcom G610 - User Manual

Broadcom G610
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Brocade
®
G610 Switch Hardware Installation Guide
Installation Guide
8 February 2021
53-1004408-11
8 February 2021
Broadcom

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Broadcom G610 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBroadcom
ModelG610
CategorySwitch
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Copyright Statement

Introduction

About This Document

Overview of the hardware installation guide's content and purpose.

Supported Hardware and Software

Lists supported Brocade G610 FC Switch hardware and software.

Notes, Cautions, and Danger Notices

Explains symbols and severity of safety notices used in the document.

Device Overview

Hardware Features

Details the features and capabilities of the Brocade G610 Switch.

License Options

Explains the capacity-based Dynamic-POD license method for port activation.

Port-Side View

Illustrates the port-side view of the Brocade G610 Fibre Channel Switch.

Nonport-Side View

Describes the nonport side of the device, used for airflow.

Device Management Options

Lists management tools and their out-of-band support and reference documents.

Preparing for Installation

Safety Precautions

General safety guidelines and warnings for product usage and installation.

ESD Precautions

Guidelines to prevent damage from electrostatic discharge during installation.

Power Precautions

Safety guidelines related to electrical power supply and handling.

Lifting and Weight-Related Precautions

Safety practices for lifting and mounting the device in a rack.

Laser Precautions

Warnings and precautions related to Class 1 lasers in fiber-optic interfaces.

Facility Requirements

Specifies electrical, thermal, and rack requirements for device installation.

Quick Installation Checklist

Provides a high-level overview of the basic installation process.

Installation Prerequisites

Installation and Initial Configuration

Details tasks for mounting and basic system configuration.

Shipping Carton Contents

Lists the items included in the device's shipping carton.

Mounting the Device

Mounting Options

Describes different ways to install the device (stand-alone, various rack kits).

Precautions Specific to Mounting

Specific safety warnings and precautions related to mounting the device.

Stand-alone Installation

Steps for installing the device as a stand-alone unit on a flat surface.

Installing the 1 U and 2 U Mid-Mount Kit for Two-Post Racks

Guide for installing the 1U/2U Mid-Mount Rack Kit for Two-Post Racks.

Attaching the Front Brackets to the Device

Instructions for attaching front brackets to the device for rack mounting.

Attaching the Device to a Rack

Steps for securing the device into the rack using the mounting brackets.

Attaching the Rear Brackets to the Rack

Instructions for attaching rear brackets to the rack posts.

Attaching the Rear Brackets to the Device

Instructions for attaching rear brackets to the device chassis.

Installing the 1 U and 2 U Fixed-Mount Rack Kit for Four-Post Racks

Guide for installing the 1U/2U Fixed-Mount Rack Kit for Four-Post Racks.

Installing the 1 U and 2 U Nonport-Side Fixed-Mount Rack Kit

Guide for installing the 1U/2U Nonport-Side Fixed-Mount Rack Kit.

Attaching Rear Brackets to the Rack Posts

Instructions for attaching rear brackets to the rack posts.

Initial Setup and Verification

Items Required

Lists necessary items for initial setup and verification of the device.

Providing Power to the Device

Steps to connect and provide power to the Brocade G610 Switch.

Establishing a First-Time Serial Connection

Procedures for establishing a serial connection to the device for initial configuration.

Configuring the IP Address

Steps to set the IP address for the switch using DHCP or static configuration.

Setting the Date and Time

Procedures for setting the system date, time, and time zone.

Customizing the Chassis Name and Switch Name

Guide to changing the chassis and switch names for identification.

Establishing an Ethernet Connection

Steps to establish an Ethernet connection to the device.

Setting the Domain ID

Procedures for setting the switch's domain ID for fabric operation.

Verifying Correct Operation

Methods to check if the device is functioning correctly after setup.

Backing Up the Configuration

Instructions for backing up the device configuration to prevent data loss.

Powering Down the Device

Steps to safely power down the Brocade G610 Switch.

Installing Transceivers and Cables

Time and Items Required

Lists time and items needed for transceiver and cable installation.

Precautions Specific to Transceivers and Cables

Safety warnings for handling transceivers and fiber optic cables.

Cleaning the Fiber-Optic Connectors

Guidelines for cleaning fiber-optic connectors to ensure proper connection.

Managing Cables

Recommendations for organizing and managing fiber-optic cables.

Installing an SFP+ Transceiver

Step-by-step guide for inserting an SFP+ transceiver into the switch ports.

Replacing an SFP+ Transceiver

Procedures for removing and installing SFP+ transceivers.

Verifying the Operation of New Transceivers

Commands to verify the correct operation of installed transceivers.

Monitoring the Device

Interpreting Port-Side LEDs

Explains how to interpret the status indicated by the LEDs on the switch's port side.

System Power LED

Details the status and interpretation of the system power LED.

System Status LED

Explains the status and interpretation of the system status LED.

Management Port LEDs

Describes the function and status of the management port LEDs.

FC Port Status LEDs

Explains the status patterns for the Fibre Channel (FC) SFP+ port LEDs.

Interpreting POST Results

How to interpret the results of the power-on self-test (POST) based on LED activity.

Interpreting Boot Results

Describes the tasks performed by the switch after POST is complete.

Running Diagnostic Tests

Information on running diagnostic tests for troubleshooting hardware and firmware.

Brocade G610 Switch Technical Specifications

System Specifications

Lists enclosure, power, cooling, and architecture details of the switch.

Fibre Channel Ports

Details specifications for the switch's Fibre Channel ports.

Other Ports

Specifications for serial console, Ethernet, and USB ports.

LEDs

Describes the system, Ethernet, and FC port LEDs.

Weight and Physical Dimensions

Provides weight and physical dimension specifications for the device.

Environmental Requirements

Lists operational and non-operational environmental conditions for the switch.

Power Supply Specifications

Details the input voltage, frequency, current, and inrush current of the power supply.

Data Port Specifications (Fibre Channel)

Specifies port numbers, media type, and configuration for FC ports.

Serial Port Specifications (Pinout RJ-45)

Details the pinout and signal assignments for the serial console port.

Regulatory Statements

BSMI Statement (Taiwan)

BSMI warning statement for Class A product in Taiwan.

Canadian Requirements

Compliance statement for Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

CE Statement

CE mark compliance for European Council directives and standards.

China CCC Statement

China CCC warning statements for product usage and altitude.

China ROHS

China RoHS compliance statement for hazardous substances.

FCC Warning (U.S. Only)

FCC warning for Class A computing device operated in commercial environments.

Germany Statement

Machine noise information regulation for Germany.

KCC Statement (Republic of Korea)

EMC registration statement for Class A device in Korea.

VCCI Statement

VCCI statement regarding Class A product and potential radio disturbance.

Regulatory Compliance (EMC)

Lists electromagnetic compatibility compliance standards for the device.

Regulatory Compliance (Safety)

Lists safety compliance standards for the device.

Regulatory Compliance (Environmental)

Lists environmental compliance regulations for the device.

Cautions and Danger Notices

Danger Notices

Explains danger statements indicating lethal or extremely hazardous conditions.

General Dangers

General warnings about procedures and potential hazards for service personnel.

Electrical Dangers

Warnings related to electrical hazards, including ESD precautions.

Dangers Related to Equipment Weight

Warnings about securing the rack to prevent instability or falling.

Laser Dangers

Warnings and precautions related to Class 1 lasers in fiber-optic interfaces.

General Cautions

General warnings about modifying the device or operating conditions.

CAUTION (General)

Cautions regarding slot filler panels and power supply insertion.

CAUTION (DC Power Supplies)

Cautions for DC power supply circuits, wiring, and grounding.

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