Dell Brocade 7.2.0 EZSwitchSetup Administrator's Guide
Summary
Comprehensive guide for network administrators utilizing EZSwitchSetup utility. This technical manual provides detailed instructions on deploying, configuring, and managing a large range of supported Brocade switches (including 300 through 7800 series). It covers end-to-end setup procedures, deep dive into port control and physical zoning management, monitoring device status, resolving complex connection failures, and ensuring optimized network performance. Essential for maintaining secure and scalable data center infrastructure.
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53-1002940-01 26 July 2013
EZSwitch Setup Administrator’s Guide Supporting Brocade 300, 5100, 5300, 6505, 6510, 6520, 7800, and VA-40FC
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53-1002940-01 26 July 2013 EZSwitch Setup Administrator’s Guide Supporting Brocade 300, 5100, 5300, 6505, 6510, 6520, 7800, and VA-40FC
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Copyright © 2013, Brocade Communication Systems, Inc. All Rights Reserved. ADX, Any IO, Brocade, Brocade Assurance, the B-wing symbol, DCX, Fabric OS, Fast Iron , ICX, MLX, My Brocade, Net Iron, Open ...
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Contents Preface...................................................................................................................................... Document conventions................................
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Port Information tab....................................................................................................... Changing switch information....................................................
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Preface ● Document conventions.............................................................................................. ● Brocade Resources...........................................................
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Preface Convention Description {x|y|z} A choice of required parameters is enclosed in curly brackets separated by vertical bars. You must select one. In Fibre Channel products, square brackets may be ...
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Preface Brocade Resources Related publications You can download additional publications supporting your product from the Brocade website at www.brocade.com. Adapter documentation is available on the D...
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Preface Through the online feedback form in the HTML documents posted on www.brocade.com. By sending your feedback to [email protected]. Provide the publication title, part number, and as much...
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About This Document ● Supported hardware and software.............................................................................7 ● What’s new in this document..........................................
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Introducing EZSwitch Setup Introducing EZSwitch Setup ● Overview of EZSwitch Setup.................................................................................... ● EZSwitch Setup software and har...
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Introducing EZSwitch Setup EZSwitch Setup requires a browser that conforms to HTML version 4.0 and Java Script version 1.0. The EZSwitch Setup installation CD automatically installs the correct Java R...
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Introducing EZSwitch Setup Supported switches You can use EZSwitch Setup with the switches listed in “Supported hardware and software” on page v. Your switch must meet the following requirements: The ...
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Introducing EZSwitch Setup NOTE If there is an E_Port on the switch and if there is a zone conflict, then the fabric is segmented; in this case, the switch is in a fabric by itself and EZSwitch Setup ...
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Setting Up Your Switch Setting Up Your Switch ● Installing and running the EZSwitch Setup wizard..................................................12 ● Configuring the switch..............................
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Setting Up Your Switch On Windows, EZSwitch Setup starts automatically after it is installed. If it does not, refer to Launching the EZSwitch Setup wizard on page 13 to launch the EZSwitch Setup wizar...
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Setting Up Your Switch Connecting cables 1. Choose the method of connecting to your LAN. You have the choice of using a serial connection or an Ethernet connection to your LAN to set the IP address fo...
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Setting Up Your Switch FIGURE 6 on page 16 shows the cables connecting to the Brocade Fibre Channel switch, setup computer, Ethernet hub or switch, and network. NOTE Not all switches have their serial...
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Setting Up Your Switch Brocade switch Ethernet cable from hub to Brocade switch Power cable Ethernet cable from setup computer to Ethernet Ethernet hub or switch hub or switch Serial cable Setup compu...
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Setting Up Your Switch EZSwitch Setup attempts to discover the switch. If your switch discovery fails, refer to TABLE 2 on page 22 for details on how to recover your switch. If you are using the seria...
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Setting Up Your Switch 4. Select an option for assigning the IP address and click Next. The options vary depending on the configuration of your switch: Keep the current switch IP configuration This op...
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Setting Up Your Switch NOTE Beginning at 5 on page 19, the steps are the same for both serial and Ethernet connections. 5. If you are setting up the switch for the first time, the addresses shown are ...
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Setting Up Your Switch 1. Check the displayed addresses carefully to be sure they are correct, then click Next. The Continue Configuration? window is displayed (FIGURE 11 on page 20). 2. Select one of...
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Setting Up Your Switch 3. Click Continue. Depending on the option selected, one of the following outcomes occurs: If you selected Continue setting up your target switch with EZManager, a dialog box di...
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Setting Up Your Switch Switch discovery failure During the setup of your switch, the switch discovery may fail. There may be several reasons why switch discovery fails. TABLE 2 on page 22 lists sympto...
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Setting Up Your Switch Configuring the switch The EZSwitch Setup switch configuration wizard steps you through the process of changing your administrative password and zoning. You begin at the Welcome...
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Setting Up Your Switch Setting switch parameters 1. Follow the onscreen directions to set a new admin password for the switch. Make sure to record your password and keep it in a secure location for fu...
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Setting Up Your Switch Custom Zoning allows you to customize which initiators access which targets, and creates a device-based zoning scheme based on your choices. The HBAs and storage devices should ...
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Setting Up Your Switch The Specify Devices window is displayed. Specifying devices On the Specify Devices window, complete the following steps. 1. Enter the number of HBA connections that you want to ...
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Setting Up Your Switch graphic that is displayed on the Configure Ports and Connect Devices window, these connection reservations are shown by the letters H or S against a blue or green background on ...
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Setting Up Your Switch When you click Next on the Configure Ports and Connect Devices window, if Typical Zoning is used, the final set of connection reservations shown on the window is translated inte...
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Setting Up Your Switch EZSwitch Setup Administrator’s Guide 53-1002940-01
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Setting Up Your Switch Brocade switch Position SFP and insert until Open the SFP latching bale firmly seated Close the latching bale FIGURE 17 Installing SFP transceivers 2. Connect Fibre Channel cabl...
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Setting Up Your Switch 5. Click Finish to complete the switch setup. You are now ready to configure the storage component of the SAN using the documentation that came with the storage server. If you w...
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Managing Your Switch Managing Your Switch ● Switch Manager overview......................................................................................32 ● Launching the EZSwitch Setup Switch Manage...
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Managing Your Switch Tasks panel Progress indicator Content page User name, IP address, and user role Status bar Tasks panel The left pane of the Switch Manager is the tasks panel, which displays all ...
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Managing Your Switch Click Refresh under Miscellaneous to update the information on the window with the current switch information. The display refreshes automatically each time you select a different...
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Managing Your Switch Status bar The status bar appears at the bottom of the window is divided into the following sections: Progress indicator When Switch Manager is sending data to or retrieving data ...
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Managing Your Switch 2. If the Warning - Security dialog box is displayed, select Always trust content from this publisher and click Run. The Login dialog box is displayed. FIGURE 24 Login dialog box ...
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Managing Your Switch Switch Manager sessions A session is defined as the connection between the Switch Manager client and its managed switch. A session is established when you log in to a switch throu...
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Managing Your Switch The Switch View is a real-time view of switch and port status. The display is updated approximately once every 15 seconds. From the display you can determine the following: Fan st...
Manual Details
| Brand | Brocade |
|---|---|
| Pages | 60 |
| File Size | 3.23 MB |
| Published | May 16, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I start the setup process?
Launch the EZSwitchSetup wizard.
What steps are required to connect the switch for setup?
Follow the instructions in the 'Connecting cables' section, referencing pages 13 and 14.
If the software cannot find my switch, what might be wrong?
The guide covers 'Switch discovery failure'; it may require troubleshooting steps outlined on page 22.
How is zoning managed within EZSwitchSetup?
You can view or modify zones by using Z features like 'Zone Access Map for Devices' and customizing zone configurations.
What information can I check about individual network ports?
Under 'Port Information', you can view data including port status, WWN (World Wide Name), and license details.