Manual
Table Of Contents
- Contents
- About this document
- Introducing the SAN I/O Module
- Configuring the SAN I/O Module
- Items required
- Modify the SAN I/O Module IP address
- Connecting the SAN I/O Module to the Ethernet network
- Connecting the SAN I/O Module to the fabric
- Changing from Fabric OS Native to Access Gateway mode
- Changing from Access Gateway mode to Fabric Switch mode
- Activating Ports on Demand (POD)
- Connecting to the SAN I/O Module Using Web Tools
- Operating the SAN I/O Module
- Interoperability
- Accessing the SAN I/O Module
- Interpreting POST results
- Interpreting LED activity
- Removing and replacing the SAN I/O Module
- Access Gateway Mode default port mapping
- Processor and memory specifications
- Weight and physical dimensions
- Facility requirements
- Electrical
- Architectural specification
- Supported HBAs
- Fibre Channel standards compliance
- Regulatory compliance
- Environmental regulation compliance
- Index
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Optional features
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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 whether the SAN I/O Module
operates in Switch or Access Gateway mode.
Fabric OS Native Mode
Access Gateway Mode
• Fabric/Switch License
• Brocade AG (N_Port) Trunking
For detailed information on any of these features, refer to the Brocade Fabric OS Administrator’s
Guide.
Unpacking and installing the SAN I/O Module
If the SAN I/O Module is installed in the Blade Server Enclosure as shipped to you, skip this section.
This section applies when installing a new module in an empty bay or replacing an existing SAN I/O
Module.
NOTE
The SAN I/O Module is designed to work only in I/O bays B1/B2 and C1/C2 of the Dell M1000e
Blade Server Enclosure. Make sure to comply with installation requirements in the Blade Server
Enclosure Hardware Owner’s Manual.
Perform the following steps to remove the SAN I/O Module from its shipping package.
1. Open the shipping box and inspect the contents, making sure that nothing is missing or
damaged.
Do not insert a damaged SAN I/O Module into the Blade Server Enclosure. If the SAN I/O
Module appears to be damaged, contact your sales representative before proceeding.
2. Remove the cardboard accessory tray from on top of the SAN I/O Module.
This tray contains the documentation, regulatory statements, product information guide, and
Documentation CD.
3. Remove the SAN I/O Module from the box.
The protective foam ends will slide out with the SAN I/O Module.
4. Remove the foam ends from the SAN I/O Module.
• Enhanced Group Management
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• Adaptive Networking
• ISL Trunking
• Advanced Performance Monitoring
1. included with the SAN I/O Module
• Fabric Watch
• Fabric Manager
• Port on Demand (POD) licensing
• Support for Brocade Fabric Access API and API
Scripting Toolkit