Dell Brocade 4424 Blade Server SAN I-/O Module Hardware Reference Manual
Summary
Master this high-performance Brocade SAN I/O Module for your 4424 Blade Server infrastructure. This essential hardware manual is designed for IT professionals and system administrators requiring expert guidance on deployment, configuration, and troubleshooting. It covers advanced networking features—including Full Fabric Switch mode, Access Gateway setup, and Ports on Demand (POD)—and provides detailed procedures for installation, port management, optimal cabling guidelines, and operational command syntax.
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53-1000571-01 November 2007
Brocade 4424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual
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53-1000571-01 November 2007 Brocade 4424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual
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Copyright © 2007 Brocade Communications Systems, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Brocade, the Brocade B weave logo, Fabric OS, File Lifecycle Manager, My View, Secure Fabric OS, Silk Worm, and Storage X are...
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Contents About this document How this document is organized . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v Supported hardware and software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
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Changing from Access Gateway Mode to Fabric Switch Mode . . . . Notes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Activating Ports on Demand (POD) . . ...
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About this document This document is a hardware reference manual, written for SAN administrators who are using any Blade Server that supports the Brocade 4424 Blade Server Fibre Channel SAN I/O Module...
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Document conventions This section describes text formatting conventions and important notices formats. Text formatting The narrative-text formatting conventions that are used in this document are as f...
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Additional information This section lists additional Brocade and industry-specific documentation that you might find helpful. Brocade resources The following related documentation is provided on the B...
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Optional brocade features Optional Brocade features include: Advanced Performance Monitoring Enables more effective end-to-end SAN performance analysis to enhance performance tuning, increase producti...
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Description of any troubleshooting steps already performed and results Serial console and Telnet session logs syslog message logs 2. SAN I/O Module Serial Number The SAN I/O Module serial number and c...
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4424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual
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Chapter Introducing the SAN I/O Module The Brocade 4424 is a 24-port Fibre Channel module with 8 external ports and 16 internal ports designed for installation in a Dell Power Edge M1000e Blade Server...
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Features1 If the part number is DL-4424-0002, then the SAN I/O Module is configured to run exclusively in Access Gateway mode. To operate in Full Fabric Switch mode, you must have a Switch license. Yo...
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Features If dark, the port is unlicensed. The following system LEDs: One green power LED to indicate module power-on. One green/amber LED to indicate module status. One blue, identify module and flash...
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Hardware Description1 For static POD, Table 1 shows the base internal and external ports that are licensed, as well as the additional 12 ports that can be activated with a POD license. For details abo...
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Hardware Description The nonport (SAN I/O Module status) LEDs, shown as item 3 of Figure 1, display SAN I/O Module-level information as shown in Figure 2. FIGURE 2 Other Status LEDs SAN I/O Module sta...
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ISL trunking groups1 Labeling Figures 3 shows the labels appearing on the SAN I/O Module. A second serial label is located beneath the insertion arm on the enclosure (visible only when the arm is exte...
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Optional features Optional features The SAN I/O Module supports the following optional software, which is activated with the purchase of the corresponding license key. Applicable options depend on whe...
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Cabling guidelines1 5. Be sure that you have taken the necessary precautions for electrostatic sensitivity; then break the seal warning. 6. Slide the SAN I/O Module out of the antistatic sleeve and in...
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Chapter Configuring the SAN I/O Module Use procedures in this chapter to configure the SAN I/O Module to operate on a network and fabric. Also provided are steps to change the Module’s operating mode ...
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Modify the SAN I/O Module IP address2 Access Gateway Administrator’s Guide Web Tools Administrator’s Guide Modify the SAN I/O Module IP address By default, the IP address for the SAN I/O Module is con...
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Modify the SAN I/O Module IP address c. From the Hyperterminal window, click the Connect drop-down menu and select an available COM port. d. Click OK. e. From the COM Port Properties window, select th...
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Modify the SAN I/O Module IP address2 Switch-3 for SAN I/O Module installed in bay B1. Switch-4 for SAN I/O Module installed in bay B2. Switch-5 for SAN I/O Module installed in bay C1. Switch-6 for SA...
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Connecting the SAN I/O Module to the Ethernet network Connecting the SAN I/O Module to the Ethernet network Once you have successfully set the appropriate IP address of the SAN I/O Module, you can est...
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Connecting the SAN I/O Module to the fabric2 E_D_TOV: (1000..5000) [2000] WAN_TOV: (0..30000) [0] MAX_HOPS: (7..19) [7] Per-frame Route Priority: (0..1) [0] Long Distance Fabric: (0..1) [0] BB credit:...
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Changing from Fabric Switch mode to Access Gateway mode Tie wraps are not recommended for optical cables because they are easily overtightened. a. Orient a cable connector so that the key (the ridge o...
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Changing from Fabric Switch mode to Access Gateway mode2 Web Tools Complete the following steps to enable Access Gateway mode using Web Tools. 1. From the management console, open a Web browser. 2. En...
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Changing from Access Gateway Mode to Fabric Switch Mode The SAN I/O Module automatically reboots and comes back online in Access Gateway mode using a factory default F_Port to N_Port mapping. You can ...
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Connecting to the SAN I/O Module Using Web Tools2 Activating ports with a POD license You can activate ports with a POD license while the SAN I/O Module is connected to existing SANs or before connect...
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Chapter Operating the SAN I/O Module This chapter describes the operation and interoperability of the SAN I/O Module. Interoperability The SAN I/O Module supports interoperability for the following fu...
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Accessing the SAN I/O Module3 Operating system support Brocade Fabric OS has no specific host OS dependencies. The Fabric OS in the switches allows for any Fibre Channel-compliant device to attach to ...
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Interpreting POST results Secure Telnet access is available using Secure Shell (SSH), a network security protocol for secure remote login and other secure network services over an insecure network. Br...
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Interpreting LED activity3 Interpreting LED activity Each SAN I/O Module uses LEDs to indicate status. These LEDs are shown in Figure 5. FIGURE 5 LED Locations TABLE 4 Key to Figure Location Indicator...
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Removing and replacing the SAN I/O Module TABLE 4 Key to Figure 5 (Continued) Location Indicator Color (Continued) Operation (Continued) 5 (LED) and 6 module green Off: (icon) power SAN I/O Module is ...
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Removing and replacing the SAN I/O Module3 FIGURE 6 Removing an SFP from a Port Cable Release SFPBale 5. Refer to the Hardware Owner’s Manual for the Blade Server Enclosure to remove and replace the S...
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Appendix SAN I/O Module specifications This appendix provides product specifications and regulatory compliance as a handy reference. Access Gateway Mode default port mapping The 4424 SAN I/O Module ca...
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Weight and physical dimensions A Weight and physical dimensions Table 6 lists the weight and physical dimensions of the SAN I/O Module. TABLE 6 SAN I/O Module Specifications Dimension Measurements Hei...
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Architectural specification Architectural specification The SAN I/O Module meets the specifications shown in Table 8. TABLE 8 Architecture Feature Description Scalability Full-fabric architecture with...
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Regulatory compliance A Regulatory compliance This section describes the regulatory compliance requirements for the Brocade 4424. FCC warning (US only) This equipment has been tested and complies with...
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Regulatory compliance BSMI statement (Republic of Taiwan) 4424 Blade Server SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual 53-0000571-01
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Regulatory compliance A CE statement ATTENTION This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product might cause radio interference, and the user might be required to take corrective meas...
Manual Details
| Brand | Brocade |
|---|---|
| Pages | 48 |
| File Size | 2.31 MB |
| Published | May 16, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I start the installation process for the SAN I/O Module?
Follow the steps in Chapter 1, specifically looking at 'Unpacking and installing the SAN I/O Module.'
Is physical space or temperature a concern when operating this module?
The document provides specifications regarding weight (26 lbs) and notes operational requirements like shock resistance.
What are the different connection modes available for the SN I/O Module?
It supports Full Fabric Switch mode, Access Gateway mode, and Ports on Demand (POD).
How can I manage or modify the IP address ports on demand (POD)?
You can modify POD IPs using CMC CLI, CMC GUI, or module CLI.