Hardware Reference Manual

xiv Brocade VDX 8770-8 Hardware Reference Manual
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Supported hardware and software
This document includes information specific to the Brocade VDX 8770-8 running Brocade Network
OS version 3.0.0. and later.
What’s new in this document
The following changes have been made since this document was last released:
• Updated the following sections in Chapter 1, “Brocade VDX 8770-8 Overview”:
- Brocade VDX 8770-8 features
- Brocade VDX 8770-8 hardware components
- Brocade VDX 8770-8 line cards
- 27x40 GbE port groups and operating modes (new section)
- Trunking
- Software features (Licensing)
• Updated the following sections in Chapter 2, “Installation of the Brocade VDX 8770-8”:
- Time and items required
- Preparing for the Brocade VDX 8770-8 installation
- Power specifications
- Port numbering
- Providing power to the Brocade VDX 8770-8
• Updated the following sections in Chapter 3, “Configuring the Brocade VDX 8770-8”:
- Configuring operating modes on 27x40 GbE line cards (new section)
- Installing QSFP transceivers and cables
• Updated the following sections in Chapter 4, “Monitoring System Components”:
- Determining the status of a line card
- Line card illustrations
• Updated the following sections in Chapter 5, “Removal and Replacement Procedures”:
- Line card removal and replacement
- Power supply removal and replacement
- Replacing an AC power supply
- Replacing a DC power supply
- Removing a fan
- SFP transceiver removal and replacement
• Updated the following sections in Appendix A, “Specifications”:
- System module and FRU weights
- Ethernet port supported optics
- Power cord notice