Brocade Communications Systems 6720 User Manual

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15 December, 2011

Brocade VDX 6720

QuickStart Guide

Supporting the VDX 6720-24 and VDX 6720-60

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Document History

The following table lists all published versions of the Brocade VDX 6720 QuickStart Guide.

Title Publication number Summary of changes Date

Brocade VDX 6720 QuickStart Guide 53-1002085-01 New document December 2010

Brocade VDX 6720 QuickStart Guide 53-1002085-02 Removed reference to

Family Doc CD

December 2011

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Overview

NOTE

This Quick Start guide is intended as an overview to help experienced installers unpack, install, and configure the
Brocade VDX 6720 quickly. For more detailed installation and configuration instructions, see the Brocade Network
OS Administrator’s Guide and the Brocade Network OS Command Reference Manual.

Throughout this document, the Brocade VDX 6720 is referred to as the switch.

Items included with the Brocade VDX 6720

The following items are included with the standard shipment of a fully-configured Brocade VDX 6720. When you
open the Brocade VDX 6720 packaging, verify that these items are included in the package and that no damage has
occurred during shipping:

• The Brocade VDX 6720 switch, either the 24-port or 60-port version

• One accessory kit, containing the following items:

• Serial cable with an RJ45 connector

• 6 ft. power cords (2)

• Rubber feet, required for setting up the switch as a standalone unit

• Brocade Documentation Online document

• Brocade VDX 6720 QuickStart Guide (this publication)

Installation and safety considerations

You can install a Brocade VDX 6720 switch in the following ways:

• As a standalone unit on a flat surface.

• In an EIA cabinet using a fixed-rail rack mount kit. The optional fixed-rail rack mount kit can be ordered from

your switch retailer. Both the 24”-32” rack depth kit and the 28”-29” rack depth kit will work with the VDX
6720 switches.

• In an EIA cabinet using an optional flush-mount rack kit for switches. The optional flush-mount rack kit for

switches can be ordered from your switch retailer.

• Mounting a VDX6720 in the Idataplex IBM 17” depth rack requires an Idataplex rack mount kit, Brocade

part number 60-1001519-01.

Electrical considerations

To install and operate the switch successfully, ensure the following:

• The primary outlet is correctly wired, protected by a circuit breaker, and grounded in accordance with local

electrical codes.

• The supply circuit, line fusing, and wire size are adequate, as specified by the electrical rating on the switch

nameplate.

• The power supply standards provided in Tab le 1, “Power Supply Specifications” are met.

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TABLE 1 Power Supply Specifications

Specification Value

Maximum output 250 watts, 4 amps, 12 VDC - VDX 6720-24

500 watts, 7 amps, 12 VDC - VDX 6720-60

Maximum AC power consumption 146.2 W - VDX 6720-24

360 W - VDX 6720-60

System DC power consumption (excluding power supply
and fan FRUs)

Input system power (including power supply and fan
FRUs)

Input voltage 85-264 VAC

Input line frequency 47-63 Hz

BTU rating 1044.11 BTU/hr

Inrush current Maximum of 50A

Input line protection AC lines are fused

Idle: 182.4 W
Maximum: 306 W

Idle: 206 W
Maximum: 306 W

Environmental considerations

For successful installation and operation of the switch, ensure that the following environmental requirements are
met:

• Because the Brocade VDX 6720 can be ordered with fans that either move air front to back or back to front,

be sure to orient your switch with the airflow pattern of any other devices in the rack.

• All equipment in the rack should force air in the same direction to avoid intake of exhaust air.

• A maximum of 102 cubic meters/hour (60 cubic feet/minute) and a minimum of 74.8 cubic meters/hour

(44 cubic feet/minute) of air flow is available to the air intake vents.

• The ambient air temperature does not exceed 40° C (104° F) while the switch is operating.

Cabinet considerations

For successful installation and operation of the switch in a cabinet, ensure the following cabinet requirements are
met:

• The cabinet must be a standard EIA cabinet.

• A cabinet space that is one rack unit (1U for VDX6720-24) or two rack units (2U for VDX6720-60) high

depending on the platform ordered; 4.45 cm (1.75 inches) or 8.90 cm (3.50 inches) high and 48.3 cm (19
inches) wide.

• The equipment in the cabinet is grounded through a reliable branch circuit connection and maintains

ground at all times. Do not rely on a secondary connection to a branch circuit, such as a power strip.

• Airflow and temperature requirements are met on an ongoing basis, particularly if the switch is installed in a

closed or multi-cabinet assembly.

• The additional weight of the switch does not exceed the cabinet’s weight limits or unbalance the cabinet in

any way.

• The cabinet is secured to ensure stability in case of unexpected movement, such as an earthquake.

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