Manual

6 M5424 SAN I/O Module Hardware Reference Manual
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ISL trunking groups
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SFPs
NOTE
You must install Brocade-branded SFPs in the SAN I/O Module.
The SAN I/O Module was designed to work with small form-factor pluggable (SFP) optical modules.
The SAN I/O Module ships with a specific number of 8 Gbps Brocade-branded SFPs. If you
purchase a POD license, you will receive additional SFPs.
NOTE
You can also install 4 Gbps SFPs in the SAN I/O module, All SFPs must be Brocade-branded.
SFPs provide optical connections to external devices for both SWL and LWL connections. Replace
SFPs with a new pluggable unit rather than replacing the SAN I/O Module. Refer to the
manufacturer’s instructions when installing SFPs.
“Removing and replacing the SAN I/O Module” on page 23 provides details about removing SFPs
from the SAN I/O Module.
For a complete list of SFPs and other interoperable hardware, visit the Brocade Connect Web site
at:
http://www.brocadeconnect.com and follow the links to the latest compatibility information.
ISL trunking groups
If your SAN I/O Module has a Brocade ISL Trunking license, external ports can form trunking groups
of ISLs between adjacent switches. Ports that can be used within the same trunking group are
color-coded on the SAN I/O Module’s port side for easy identification.
All external ports (0, 17-23) can be formed into a single 8-port trunk if the attached switch supports
an 8-port trunk. The ports can also form 2-port, 3-port, 4-port trunks, or.a 5-port or7-port trunk. For
details about Brocade ISL Trunking, see the Brocade Fabric OS Procedures Guide.
NOTE
Only the external ports are available for trunking.