Brocade Communications Systems Brocade 6505 - User Manual

Brocade 6505 QuickStart Guide
Complete the steps in this guide to install and set up your Brocade 6505 switch in a single-switch configuration using
EZSwitchSetup. See the Brocade 6505 Hardware Reference Manual and the Fabric OS Administrator’s Guide
if you want to choose a different setup.
Ensure that you have the items listed below. Write down the IP network values in the space provided.
Getting Ready
Fixed IP address (IPv4 or IPv6) for the switch (no DHCP server): __________________________________________________
Subnet mask value: ______________________________________________________________________________________
Default Gateway value: ___________________________________________________________________________________
Brocade switch World Wide Name (WWN): located on the switch ID pullout: ________________________________________
Ethernet connection (hub or switch) Ethernet and Fibre Channel Cables
EZSwitchSetup CD Setup computer
Host computer with an installed HBA Disk array
Standard screw driver Optical transceivers (SFPs)
Browser that allows pop-up windows
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Powering up and connecting cables to the switch
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Installing and starting EZSwitchSetup
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1. Insert the EZSwitchSetup CD into the CD-ROM drive of your setup computer. The installer will autostart in about a minute.
2. Follow the EZSwitchSetup directions for installation. Installation will take a few minutes after you click OK.
3. Wait for EZSwitchSetup to start, which should happen automatically after it is installed.
For Windows and Linux instructions, refer to the EZSwitchSetup Administrator’s Guide.
4. On the EZSwitchSetup Introduction screen, choose the option that matches your setup configuration:
• Ethernet connection. This option uses the Ethernet LAN connection you will use for running EZSwitchSetup Manager.
• Direct connection to the switch with a serial cable.
Most users will find it more convenient to use the Ethernet connection.
5. Click Next. The Connect Cables screen is displayed.
4. Click Next.
• If you chose to use the Ethernet connection, the Discover Switch screen is displayed. Enter the switch WWN, following
the instructions on the Discover Switch screen. After completing switch discovery, the Set Switch IP Address screen
is displayed.
• If you chose to use the serial port connection, the Set Switch IP Address screen is immediately displayed.
The Connect Cables screen shows you the connections you need to make.
1. Connect the power cord to the switch and to a power
source (1). The power and status LEDs display amber then
green. This can take from one to three minutes.
2. Connect the switch and the setup computer to the
same LAN, using Ethernet cables (3, 5) and an Ethernet
hub or switch (2). Be sure the Ethernet hub or switch is
connected to a power source (6).
3. If you want to use a serial connection for setup, connect
your setup computer COM port (7) to the serial port on the
switch, using the serial cable shipped with the switch (4).
The serial connection settings are as follows:
• Bits per second: 9600
• Databits: 8
• Parity: none
• Stop bits: 1
• Flow control: none
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Summary

Getting Ready for Brocade 6505 Switch Setup

Gathering Prerequisites for Switch Installation

Ensures you have necessary items and network values for switch setup.

Installing and Starting EZSwitchSetup Software

Insert and Install EZSwitchSetup CD

Insert the EZSwitchSetup CD and follow on-screen directions for installation.

Launch EZSwitchSetup and Select Configuration

Start EZSwitchSetup and choose between Ethernet or serial connection setup.

Powering Up and Connecting Cables to Brocade 6505

Connect Power and Network Cables

Connect power, Ethernet cables to switch, setup computer, and LAN hub.

Establish Serial Connection (Optional)

Connect setup computer to switch COM port using a serial cable.

Proceed to Next Setup Screen

Click Next to advance to the switch discovery or IP setting screen.

Setting the Brocade 6505 Switch IP Address

Enter Switch IP Address Information

Input required IP address, subnet mask, and gateway details.

Install Necessary Software Components

Install Active X or Java runtime if prompted, and reboot if needed.

Confirm IP Address and Continue Configuration

Confirm IP addresses and proceed to the next configuration step.

Setting the Brocade 6505 Switch Password

Navigate to Set Parameters Screen

Click Next on the EZManager Welcome screen to reach parameter settings.

Create Administrator Password and Configure Settings

Set a new administrator password, optional name, date, and time.

Configuring Zones and Selecting Devices

Select Zoning Configuration

Choose 'Typical Zoning' for default zone configuration.

Specify Connected Devices for Port Configuration

Enter device types and counts to auto-configure switch ports.

Connecting Devices to Brocade 6505 Switch

Install SFP+ Transceivers

Insert SFP+ transceivers into Fibre Channel ports according to port layout.

Make Physical Fibre Channel Connections

Connect host and storage devices to switch ports using Fibre Channel cables.

Verify Connections and Complete Setup

Check physical connections on screen, confirm completion, and disconnect serial cable if used.

Brocade Communications Systems Brocade 6505 Specifications

General

Brand	Brocade Communications Systems
Model	Brocade 6505
Category	Switch
Language	English