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General| Model | 6520 |
|---|---|
| Type | Fibre Channel Switch |
| Power Supply | Dual, hot-swappable power supplies |
| Maximum Speed | 16 Gbps per port |
| Latency | 700 nanoseconds |
| Cooling | Hot-swappable fan assembly |
| Form Factor | 1U |
| Management | Web Tools, CLI |
| Operating System | Brocade Fabric OS |
General overview of the Brocade 6520 switch, its architecture, and key features.
Details the features and capabilities of the Brocade 6520 switch.
Describes the components located on the port side of the Brocade 6520 switch.
Describes the components located on the non-port side of the Brocade 6520 switch.
Lists the items included with the standard shipment of the Brocade 6520 switch.
Outlines critical safety precautions and general installation guidelines for the switch.
Details electrical requirements for successful switch installation and operation.
Lists the specifications for the Brocade 6520 power supplies.
Specifies the environmental conditions necessary for successful switch installation.
Details requirements for installing the switch in a rack.
Provides recommendations for organizing and managing cables.
Guides through basic switch configuration, including IP address and time settings.
Explains how to interpret the status and activity indicated by the switch LEDs.
Details the LEDs on the Brocade 6520 and their physical locations.
Describes the port side and non-port side LED patterns and recommended actions.
Details the Power-On Self-Test (POST) and boot sequence.
Guides on how to determine if POST completed successfully and detect errors.
Outlines maintenance tasks, including SFP+ transceiver installation.
Provides an introduction to replacing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs) on the switch.
Step-by-step guide for removing and replacing the switch power supplies.
Details the process for removing and replacing the switch fans.
Instructions for removing and installing SFP+ transceivers.
Lists physical dimensions, weight, and general operational specifications.
Details the data transmission ranges for different transceivers and port speeds.
Lists the memory types and sizes for the Brocade 6520.
Details specifications for the Fibre Channel ports.
Covers specifications for the serial console port, including pinouts.
Outlines regulatory compliance requirements for various regions.
Lists the regulatory compliance standards and certifications for the Brocade 6520.
Describes environmental regulatory compliance, including China RoHS.
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