Cabling and configuring the SAN16B-2
You must configure the switch to ensure correct operation within a network and
fabric. For instructions about how to configure the switch to operate in a fabric that
contains switches from other vendors, refer to the Brocade Fabric OS
Administrator’s Guide.
For more information about the commands used in this procedure, refer to the
Brocade Fabric OS Command Reference Manual.
Recommendations for cable management
Attention: The minimum bend radius for a 50 micron cable is 51 mm (2 in.) under
full tensile load and 30.5 mm (1.2 in.) with no tensile load. Because they are easily
overtightened, tie wraps are not recommended for optical cables.
Cables can be organized and managed in a variety of ways: for example, using
cable channels on the sides of the cabinet or patch panels to minimize cable
management. A list of recommendations follows:
v Plan for rack space required for cable management before installing the switch.
v Leave at least 1 meter (3.28 ft) of slack for each port cable. This provides room
to remove and replace the switch, allows for inadvertent movement of the rack,
and helps prevent the cables from being bent to less than the minimum bend
radius.
v If you are using ISL Trunking, consider grouping cables by trunking groups. The
cables used in trunking groups must meet specific requirements, as described in
the Brocade Fabric OS Administrator’s Guide.
v For easier maintenance, label the fiber optic cables and record the devices to
which they are connected.
v Keep LEDs visible by routing port cables and other cables away from the LEDs.
v Use Velcro straps to secure and organize fibre optic cables. Do not use tie wraps
on fiber optic cables, because wraps are easily overtightened and can damage
the optic fibers.
Items required for installation
The following items are required for configuring and connecting the switch for use in
a network and fabric:
v SAN16B-2 switch installed and connected to a power source
v Workstation with an installed terminal emulator, such as HyperTerminal
v Available IP address and corresponding subnet mask and gateway address
v Serial cable (provided)
v Ethernet cable
v SFP transceivers and compatible fibre cables, as required
v Access to an FTP server for backing up the switch configuration (optional)
Configuring the SAN16B-2
Follow the steps described in the next sections to configure your switch.
1. “Creating a serial connection” on page 17
2. “Powering up the switch and logging in” on page 18
3. “Setting the IP address” on page 18
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