Dell Brocade 4424 Blade Server SAN I/O QuickStart Guide
Summary
The Brocade 4424 QuickStart Guide is an essential resource detailing the unpacking, physical installation, and quick configuration of the high-performance Brocade SAN I/O Module for Blade Servers. Designed for experienced IT professionals and network installers, this manual walks users through setting up the module within Dell M1000e enclosures, activating ports using POD licenses, facilitating connectivity via Web Tools, and ensuring optimal performance in your storage area network environment.
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Brocade 4424 Quick Start Guide
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Manual Details
| Brand | Brocade |
|---|---|
| Pages | 14 |
| File Size | 229.36 KB |
| Published | May 16, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the intended use audience for this guide?
This quick start guide is meant for experienced installers to help them unpack, install, and configure a Brocade 4424 switch quickly.
Where can the SAN I/O Module be installed in the Blade Server Enclosure?
It is designed to work only in I/O bays B1/B2 and C1/C2 of the Dell M1000e Blade Server Enclosure.
How do you add a POD license when the module is already connected to an existing SAN?
Add the POD license using Web Tools or CLI, then enable each newly licensed port using Web Tools or CLI. This process is non-disruptive.
If I am installing a new Module in existing CANs, what steps should I follow?
Disable the SAN I/O Module first, add the POD license using Web Tools or CLI, and then enable the SAN I/O Module using Web Tools or CLI.