Technical data

4 Brocade 6910 Ethernet Access Switch Diagnostic Guide
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Basic system information
show alarm-status
Syntax: show alarm-status
This command displays information on predefined alarms (i.e., non-configurable) and on the
link-down alarm (which is displayed as a minor alarm).
Console# show alarm-status
Unit 1
Asserted Alarm Input : [NONE]
Current Major Alarm Status:
One of the power status is failed.
Current Minor Alarm Status:[NONE]
Current Major Alarm Output Status:[ACTIVE]
Current Minor Alarm Output Status:[INACTIVE]
System software show commands
show version
Syntax: show version
Most boot issues occur because incorrect or incompatible images have been downloaded. The
show version command displays all versions that are currently loaded, as shown in the following
example.
Console# show version
Unit 1
Serial Number : S123456
Hardware Version : R0A
EPLD Version : 0.00
Number of Ports : 12
Main Power Status : Up
Redundant Power Status : Up
Role : Master
Loader Version : 0.0.0.5
Linux Kernel Version : 2.6.22.18
Boot ROM Version : 0.0.0.1
Operation Code Version : 0.0.1.6
Common diagnostic scenarios
System issues are rare. However, some problem sources can include:
• Software versions are not compatible.
• Environmental conditions, such as temperatures that are above or below operating thresholds,
are affecting operation of hardware components.
If you are experiencing system issues, contact Brocade Technical Support for help in
troubleshooting your system.