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● What’s new in this document ........................................................................................... 9
Introduction
This guide includes procedures for installing and maintaining the hardware. The hardware procedures
show how to install or assemble the various hardware components with the necessary precautions,
warnings, and regulatory statements. This guide also describes the required device specifications for
running the hardware.
Supported software
For information about the features supported on a hardware platform, refer to the appropriate
configuration guide.
What’s new in this document
There are no new features for FastIron software release 08.0.10.
● Network interfaces for ICX 6610devices......................................................................... 13
● Specifying a port address................................................................................................16
● Port, system, and power status LEDs............................................................................. 17
● Fan trays......................................................................................................................... 20
● Power supplies................................................................................................................20
Hardware features
The following hardware platforms are described in this guide:
•ICX 6610-24F -- 24 100/1000 Mbps SFP fiber ports, eight 1/10 Gbps SFP ports, two 40 Gbps and
two 4x10 Gbps stacking ports
•ICX 6610-24 -- 24 10/100/1000 Mbps copper ports, eight 1/10 Gbps SFP ports, two 40 Gbps and
two 4x10 Gbps stacking ports
•ICX 6610-24P -- 24 10/100/1000 Mbps copper PoE ports, eight 1/10 Gbps SFP ports, two 40 Gbps
and two 4x10 Gbps stacking ports
•ICX 6610-48 -- 48 10/100/1000 Mbps copper ports, eight 1/10 Gbps SFP ports, two 40 Gbps and
two 4x10 Gbps stacking ports
•ICX 6610-48P -- 48 10/100/1000 Mbps PoE copper ports, eight 1/10 SFP Gbps ports, two 40 Gbps
and two 4x10 Gbps stacking ports
The following sections describe the physical characteristics of the ICX 6610 models. For more details
about physical dimensions, power supply specifications, and pinouts, refer to the Hardware
These RJ45 management ports are located together on the left side of the front panel on 24-port
models, and in the middle of the rear panel on 48P-port models.
1Console port
2Out-of-band management port
FIGURE 7 Management interfaces on 24-port models
1Out-of-band management port
2Console port
FIGURE 8 Management interfaces on 48P-port models
Console management interface
The console management interface is an RJ45 serial port that allows you to configure and manage the
device using a third-party terminal emulation application from a directly-connected PC.
Out-of-band management interface
The out-of-band management interface is an RJ45 port that allows you to configure and manage the
device from the network.
Reset button
The reset button allows you to restart the system without switching the power supplies off and on or
using the CLI or Web Management Interface. When the reset button is pressed, the system resets and
the software is reloaded. The reset button is located next to the PSU LED on both 24-port and 48-port
models.
Network interfaces for ICX 6610devices
ICX 6610-24, ICX 6610-24, ICX 6610-48, and ICX 6610-48P devices contain the following interfaces:
All ICX 6610 copper devices provide 24 or 48 RJ45 ports that operate at 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps half or
full duplex, or at 1000 Mbps full duplex. In addition, ICX 6610 fiber models provide 24 SFP ports.
Because all ports support automatic MDI or MDI-X operation, you can use straight-through cables for all
network connections to PCs or servers, or to other switches or hubs. In addition, it is ideal (and
preferred) to use straight-through cable for switch-to-switch connections.
Each port supports auto-negotiation, so the optimum transmission mode (half or full duplex), and the
data rate (10, 100, or 1000 Mbps) can be selected automatically. If a device connected to one of these
ports does not support auto-negotiation, the communication mode of the port can be configured
manually.
SFP interfaces
The following table describes the SFP network interfaces supported on ICX 6610 devices.
ICX 6610 devices have two 40-Gbps QSFP stacking ports and two 4 x 10-Gbps QSFP stacking ports
on the rear panel. These ports can perform data transmission directly through copper links of up to 5
meters. ICX 6610 devices also support 40G-QSFP-SR4 at distances up to 100 meters.
Specifying a port address
You can specify a port address for a data port, stacking port, or a management port.
Specifying a data port
The port address format is stack unit/slot/port, where:
•stack unit --Specifies the stack unit ID. Range is from 1 to 8. If the device is not part of a stack, the
stack unit ID is 1.
•slot --Specifies the slot number. Can be 1 or 3.
•port --Specifies the port number in the slot. Range is from 1 to 24 (24-port models) or 1 to 48 (48port models).
This example shows how to specify port 2 in slot 1 of a device that is not part of a stack:
Brocade (config) # interface ethernet 1/1/2
Specifying a stacking port
The port address format is stack unit/slot/port, where:
•stack unit --Specifies the stack unit ID. Range is from 1 to 8.
•slot --Specifies the slot number. Stacking ports are in slot 2.
•port --Specifies the port number in the slot. Dedicated stacking ports are 1, 2, 6, and 7.
This example shows how to specify stacking port 2 in slot 2 of unit 3 in a stack:
The management port number is always 1. This example shows how to specify the management port:
Brocade (config) # interface management 1
The Up Link and Down Link LEDs on the front panel indicate operational status. If the Up Link or Down
Link LED is on, the port is connected. If the Up Link or Down Link LED is off, no connection exists, or
the link is down.
Port, system, and power status LEDs
ICX 6610 devices include LEDs that indicate the status of device components. This section identifies
and describes these LEDs.
Specifying a management port
1Port status LEDs
FIGURE 12 Port status LEDs
Port status LEDs TABLE 3
LEDConditionStatus
Ethernet(1~24/48)On/Flashing GreenThe port has established a valid link at 1000 Mbps.
On/Flashing YellowThe port has established a valid link at 10 or 100
OffA link is not established with a remote port.
PoE(1~24/48)OnThe port is providing PoE power to a connected
OffThe port is not providing PoE power.
SFP/SFP+(1F~8F)On/Flashing GreenThe SFP port is operating at 10 Gbps. Flashing
Flashing indicates the port is transmitting and
receiving user packets.
Mbps. Flashing indicates the port is transmitting and
receiving user packets.
device.
indicates the port is transmitting and receiving user
packets.
The device has two fan tray receptacles on the rear panel. Each device ships with one fan tray
installed. A secondary fan tray can be installed. Fan trays are hot-swappable. For instructions on
installing and replacing a fan tray refer to Installing or replacing fan trays section.
Power supplies
The device has two power supply receptacles on the rear panel. Each device ships with one AC power
supply installed. Each power supply has one standard power receptacle for the AC power cable. A
secondary AC power supply can be installed to provide backup power in case of a failure and for loadbalancing when both power supplies are operational. AC power supplies can be hot swapped.
DC power supplies are available for the device. A secondary DC power supply can be installed for
backup and load-balancing when both power supplies are operational. DC power supplies can also be
hot swapped.
Note: AC and DC power supplies cannot be installed and used in the same device. Mismatched power
supplies in the same device cause continual reboot on power up.
For instructions on installing and replacing a power supply refer to Installing and replacing a power
supply unit on page 53 section. For information on LED status refer to Power status LEDs table in the
section Port, system, and power status LEDs on page 17.
FIGURE 16 ICX 6610 AC power supply receptacle on 48-port models
1.AC power receptacle
1DC power receptacle
FIGURE 17 ICX 6610 DC power supply receptacle on 48-port models
PoE and PoE+ power
The 1000W power supply provides 250W for the system and 750W for PoE. A device with two 1000W
power supplies installed provides 1500W for PoE. The total power allocation of all PoE ports on a
device cannot exceed the maximum PoE power available from the device. For example, each 1000W
power supply supports a maximum of 24 PoE+ (30W) ports.
● Preparing the installation site.......................................................................................... 26
● Installing the device.........................................................................................................27
● Connecting devices in a traditional stack........................................................................ 36
● Connecting devices in a mixed stack.............................................................................. 41
● Attaching a PC or terminal.............................................................................................. 51
● Powering on the system..................................................................................................52
● Power supplies for the Brocade ICX 6610...................................................................... 52
● Installing or replacing fan trays....................................................................................... 59
CAUTION
The procedures in this manual are intended for qualified service personnel.
CAUTION
Before beginning the installation, see the precautions in Power precautions on page 25.
Unpacking the device
ICX 6610 devices ship with all of the items in the following list. Verify the contents of your shipping
container. If any items are missing, contact the place of purchase.
Package contents
The following items are included in your shipping carton:
•ICX 6610 device
•AC power cable for North America (not included for models with DC power supply)
•Two 1M Passive copper QSFP stacking cable (not included for models with DC power supply)
•Two mounting ears and screws
•4 rubber feet
•Grounding terminal
General requirements
To manage the ICX 6610, you need a management station, such as a PC running a terminal emulation
application. Connect the management station to the Console serial port on the switch.
Use the serial connection to perform basic configuration tasks, including assigning an IP address and
network mask to the system. This information is required to manage the system using the IronView
Network Manager or using the CLI through Telnet or SSH.
Installation tasks
Details for the following tasks are documented in the sections of this document noted in the “Where To
Find More Information” column.
Installation tasks TABLE 7
Task Number TaskWhere to Find More
1Ensure that the physical environment that will host the device
has the proper cabling and ventilation.
2Install any required optional modules into the device.See “Powering on the system”
3Install the device on a desktop, or in an equipment rack.See “Installing the device”
4Once the device is installed, plug the device into a nearby
power source that adheres to the regulatory requirements
outlined in this manual.
5Attach a terminal or PC to the device. This will enable you to
configure the device through the Command Line Interface(CLI) .
6No default password is assigned to the CLI. For additional
access security, assign a password.
7Before attaching equipment to the device, you need to
configure an interface IP address to the subnet on which the
device will be located. Initial IP address configuration is
performed using the CLI with a direct serial connection.
Subsequent IP address configuration can also be performed
using the CLI through Telnet or SSH.
Information
See “Preparing the installation
site” section.
section.
section.
See “Powering on the system”
section.
See “Attaching a PC or terminal”
section.
See “Assigning permanent
passwords” section.
See “Configuring IP addresses”
section.
8Once you power on the device and assign IP addresses, the
system is ready to accept network equipment.
9Test IP connectivity to other devices by pinging them and
tracing routes.
10Continue configuring the device using the CLI through Telnet
or SSH. You also can use IronView Network Manager to
manage the device.
11Secure access to the device.FastIron Ethernet Switch
To avoid high voltage shock, do not open the device while the power is on.
CAUTION
Ensure that the device does not overload the power circuits, wiring, and over-current
protection. To determine the possibility of overloading the supply circuits, add the ampere
(amp) ratings of all devices installed on the same circuit as the device. Compare this total with
the rating limit for the circuit. The maximum ampere ratings are usually printed on the devices
near the input power connectors.
CAUTION
Disconnect the power cord from all power sources to completely remove power from the
device.
CAUTION
Before plugging a cable to any port, be sure to discharge any static charge stored on the cable
by touching the electrical contacts to ground surface.
CAUTION
If the installation requires a different power cord than the one supplied with the device, make
sure you use a power cord displaying the mark of the safety agency that defines the
regulations for power cords in your country. The mark is your assurance that the power cord
can be used safely with the device.
Preparing the installation site
Before installing the device, plan its location and orientation relative to other devices and equipment.
Cabling infrastructure
Ensure that the proper cabling is installed at the site. Refer to the "Hardware Specifications" chapter or
www.brocade.com for a summary of supported cabling types and their specifications.
Installation location
Before installing the device, plan its location and orientation relative to other devices and equipment.
Devices can be mounted in a standard 19-inch equipment rack or on a flat surface. Be sure to follow
the guidelines below when choosing a location.
•Maintain the operating environment as specified in the Environmental considerationssection .
•Temperatures within 0 to 40 ο C (32 to 104 ο F) and humidity levels within 5% to 95%, noncondensing.
•Allow a minimum of 3 in. of space between the front and the back of the device and walls or other
obstructions for proper air flow.
•Allow at least 3 in. of space at the front and back of the device for the twisted-pair, fiber-optic, and
power cabling.
•Be accessible for installing, cabling and maintaining the devices.
•Allow the status LEDs to be clearly visible.
•Allow for twisted-pair cable to be always routed away from power lines, fluorescent lighting fixtures
and other sources of electrical interference, such as radios and transmitters.
•Allow for the unit to be connected to a separate grounded power outlet that provides 100 to 240
VAC, 50 to 60 Hz, is within 2 m (6.6 feet) of each device, and is powered from an independent
circuit breaker. As with any equipment, a filter or surge suppressor is recommended.
•Some combinations of intake and exhaust airflows may not be compatible with your environment.
Consult your fan and power supply module FRU kit to determine the correct configuration.
•For a 4-post rail mount configuration, order the appropriate mounting kit and refer to the kit
documentation.
Installing the device
You can install the device on a desktop or in an equipment rack.
CAUTION
Make sure the rack or cabinet housing the device is adequately secured to prevent it from
becoming unstable or falling over.
Use the following steps to install the ICX 6610 on a desktop or other flat surface.
FIGURE 18 Attaching the adhesive feet
1.Attach the four adhesive feet to the bottom of the first switch.
2.Set the device on a flat desktop, table, or shelf near an AC power source. Make sure that
adequate ventilation is provided for the system. A 3 inch clearance is recommended on each side.
3.If installing a single switch only, refer to Powering on the system section.
4.If installing multiple switches, attach the adhesive feet to each one. Place each device squarely on
top of the one below, in any order.
Rack mount installation
NOTE
You will need a Phillips screwdriver for installation.
Before mounting the switch in a rack, pay particular attention to the following factors:
•Temperature: Because the temperature within a rack assembly may be higher than the ambient
room temperature, check that the rack-environment temperature is within the specified operating
temperature range.
•Mechanical loading: Do not place any equipment on top of a rack-mounted unit.
•Circuit overloading: Be sure that the supply circuit to the rack assembly is not overloaded.
•Grounding: Rack-mounted equipment should be properly grounded. Be sure to check supply
connections in addition to direct connections to the mains.