Brocade Icx6450

HARDWARE INSTALLATION GUIDE
Brocade ICX 6430 and ICX 6450

Stackable Switches
Hardware Installation Guide
Part Number: 53-1003617-03

Publication Date: 15 June 2017
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Contents
Preface...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................7
Document conventions............................................................................................................................................................................................................................7
Notes, cautions, and warnings.....................................................................................................................................................................................................7
Text formatting conventions......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Command syntax conventions....................................................................................................................................................................................................8
Brocade resources.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................8
Document feedback..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................8
Contacting Brocade Technical Support............................................................................................................................................................................................ 9
Brocade customers..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................9
Brocade OEM customers............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 9
About This Document..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 11

What’s new in this document............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 11
Supported Software............................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
ICX 6430 and ICX 6450 Overview.............................................................................................................................................................................. 13

Hardware features................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 13
ICX 6430 models......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 13
ICX 6450 models......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Network and management interfaces............................................................................................................................................................................................ 15
Console management interface ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 16
Out-of-band management interface.....................................................................................................................................................................................16
System reset button......................................................................................................................................................................................................................17
Network interfaces for ICX 6430 and ICX 6450 devices............................................................................................................................................17
Specifying a port address...........................................................................................................................................................................................................18
Port, system, and power status LEDs............................................................................................................................................................................................ 19
Power supplies......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 22
Power supply usage..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 23
ICX 6430 and ICX 6450 Installation........................................................................................................................................................................... 25

Items included with the ICX 6430 and ICX 6450 devices...................................................................................................................................................25
Configuration requirements................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 25
Summary of installation tasks............................................................................................................................................................................................................26
Installation precautions......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 26
General precautions......................................................................................................................................................................................................................26
Lifting precautions.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................26
Power precautions.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................27
Preparing the installation site..............................................................................................................................................................................................................27
Cabling infrastructure................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 27
Installation location........................................................................................................................................................................................................................27
Rack-mount installation considerations............................................................................................................................................................................... 28
Installing the device................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 28
Desktop installation.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................28
Rack mount installation............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 29
Wall mount installation.................................................................................................................................................................................................................32
Connecting devices in a traditional stack...................................................................................................................................................................................... 34
Stacking ports and trunks...........................................................................................................................................................................................................35
Stacking configuration requirements..................................................................................................................................................................................... 36
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Stacking cables...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................36
Stack size.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 36
Stacking topologies...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 36
Connecting devices in a mixed stack..............................................................................................................................................................................................39
ICX 6610 stacking ports and trunks..................................................................................................................................................................................... 39
ICX 6450 stacking ports and trunks..................................................................................................................................................................................... 41
Stacking configuration requirements..................................................................................................................................................................................... 42
Stacking cables...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................43
Stack size.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 43
Stacking topologies...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 43
Connecting ICX 6610 devices in the backbone.............................................................................................................................................................. 47
Connecting a peripheral device to an ICX 6610 and to another peripheral device...........................................................................................47
Extended distance stacking.......................................................................................................................................................................................................48
Powering on the system.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................48
ICX 6400–EPS1500 Installation..................................................................................................................................................................................49

ICX 6400-EPS1500 external power supply..............................................................................................................................................................................49
Features and benefits...................................................................................................................................................................................................................50
Front and rear panels................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 50
LEDs................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 51
Items included with the ICX 6400-EPS1500........................................................................................................................................................................... 53
General requirements............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 53
Summary of installation tasks............................................................................................................................................................................................................53
Installation precautions......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 54
General precautions......................................................................................................................................................................................................................54
Lifting precautions.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................54
Power precautions.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................54
Preparing the installation site..............................................................................................................................................................................................................55
Rack-mount installation considerations............................................................................................................................................................................... 55
Installing the device................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 55
Desktop installation.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................56
Mounting an external power supply in a rack.....................................................................................................................................................................56
Assembling the wire saddle for the EPS cord................................................................................................................................................................... 58
Connecting devices to the external power supply............................................................................................................................................................62
Powering on the system.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................65
Verifying proper operation...................................................................................................................................................................................................................65
Configuring an ICX 6430 or ICX 6450 Device..........................................................................................................................................................67

Configuration tasks.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................67
PC or terminal attachment.................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 67
Password assignment........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 68
Assigning passwords....................................................................................................................................................................................................................69
Recovering from a lost password............................................................................................................................................................................................69
IP address configuration...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 70
Devices running Layer 2 software.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 70
Devices running Layer 3 software.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 71
Connecting network devices.............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 73
Connectors....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 73
Cable specifications...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 73
Connecting to Ethernet or Fast Ethernet hubs.................................................................................................................................................................. 74
Connecting to workstations, servers, or routers................................................................................................................................................................ 75
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Connecting a network device to a fiber port.......................................................................................................................................................................75
Troubleshooting network connections........................................................................................................................................................................................... 76
Digital optical monitoring............................................................................................................................................................................................................76
Testing connectivity................................................................................................................................................................................................................................76
Pinging an IP address.................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 76
Observing LEDs............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 77
Tracing a route.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................80
Managing an ICX 6430 or ICX 6450 Device............................................................................................................................................................. 81

Managing temperature settings........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 81
Displaying the temperature........................................................................................................................................................................................................81
Displaying syslog messages for temperature....................................................................................................................................................................82
Temperature threshold levels....................................................................................................................................................................................................82
Changing the temperature warning level ............................................................................................................................................................................ 83
Temperature shutdown levels...................................................................................................................................................................................................83
Changing the temperature poll time...................................................................................................................................................................................... 83
Displaying CPU usage..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................84
Removing MAC address entries.......................................................................................................................................................................................................84
Hardware Maintenance and Replacement.................................................................................................................................................................. 85

Hardware maintenance schedule..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 85
Copper or fiber-optic module replacement................................................................................................................................................................................. 85
Removing a copper or fiber-optic module..........................................................................................................................................................................85
Installing a new copper or fiber-optic transceiver.............................................................................................................................................................87
Cabling a fiber-optic transceiver..............................................................................................................................................................................................88
Cleaning the fiber-optic connectors.......................................................................................................................................................................................89
Brocade ICX 6430 and ICX 6450 Stackable Switches Technical Specifications..............................................................................................91
System specifications............................................................................................................................................................................................................................91
Ethernet....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 91
LEDs.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................91
Other............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 92
Weight and physical dimensions...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 92
Environmental requirements.............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 92
Power supply specifications (per PSU).......................................................................................................................................................................................... 93
Power consumption (maximum configuration)...........................................................................................................................................................................93
Data port specifications (Ethernet)...................................................................................................................................................................................................94
Serial port specifications (pinout RJ-45).......................................................................................................................................................................................95
Serial port specifications (protocol)..................................................................................................................................................................................................95
Regulatory compliance (EMC)........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 95
Regulatory compliance (safety)..........................................................................................................................................................................................................96
Regulatory compliance (environmental).........................................................................................................................................................................................96
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 97
Diagnosing switch indicators..............................................................................................................................................................................................................97
Installation......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 97
Power and cooling problems.................................................................................................................................................................................................... 97
In-band access............................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 97
Regulatory Statements....................................................................................................................................................................................................99
CE Statement............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................99
China ROHS............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 99
BSMI statement (Taiwan)..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 99
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Canadian requirements......................................................................................................................................................................................................................100
China CC statement............................................................................................................................................................................................................................100
Europe and Australia (CISPR 22 Class A Warning)...............................................................................................................................................................101
FCC warning (US only)...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 101
Germany.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 101
KCC statement (Republic of Korea).............................................................................................................................................................................................. 101
VCCI statement.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................101
Cautions and Danger Notices..................................................................................................................................................................................... 103

Cautions................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 103
General cautions......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 103
Electrical cautions....................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 104
Danger Notices..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 105
General dangers.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 106
Electrical dangers........................................................................................................................................................................................................................106
Dangers related to equipment weight................................................................................................................................................................................ 107
Laser dangers.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 107
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Preface
• Document conventions...................................................................................................................................................................................... 7
• Brocade resources............................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
• Document feedback............................................................................................................................................................................................ 8
• Contacting Brocade Technical Support.......................................................................................................................................................9
Document conventions
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Notes, cautions, and warnings

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ATTENTION
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Brocade resources
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Command syntax conventions

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... Repeat the previous element, for example, member[member...].
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Contacting Brocade Technical Support
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About This Document
• What’s new in this document........................................................................................................................................................................ 11
• Supported Software..........................................................................................................................................................................................11
What’s new in this document

There are no enhancements in this edition.
Supported Software
For information about the features supported on a hardware platform, refer to the appropriate Features and Standards Support Matrix
document.
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ICX 6430 and ICX 6450 Overview
• Hardware features..............................................................................................................................................................................................13
• Network and management interfaces....................................................................................................................................................... 15
• Port, system, and power status LEDs.......................................................................................................................................................19
• Power supplies....................................................................................................................................................................................................22
Hardware features
The following sections describe the physical characteristics of the ICX 6430 and ICX 6450 devices. For more details about physical
dimensions and power supply specifications, refer to the Brocade ICX 6430 and ICX 6450 Stackable Switches Technical Specifications
on page 91.
ICX 6430 models

The ICX 6430 device is available in the following models:
• ICX 6430-24 -- 24 10/100/1000 Mbps copper ports and 4 1-Gbps SFP fiber uplink and stacking ports
• ICX 6430-24P -- 24 10/100/1000 Mbps PoE+ copper ports and 4 1-Gbps SFP fiber uplink and stacking ports.
• ICX 6430-48 -- 48 10/100/1000 Mbps copper ports and 4 1-Gbps SFP fiber uplink and stacking ports
• ICX 6430-48P -- 48 10/100/1000 Mbps PoE+ copper ports and 4 1-Gbps SFP fiber uplink and stacking ports.
NOTE
The ICX 6430-24P and ICX 6430-48P devices support up to 802.3at PoE+.
FIGURE 1 ICX 6430-48 and ICX 6430-48P front panels
FIGURE 2 ICX 6430-24 front panel
FIGURE 3 ICX 6430-24P front panel
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FIGURE 4 ICX 6430-24 and ICX 6430-48P rear panels
FIGURE 5 ICX 6430-24 rear panel
FIGURE 6 ICX 6430-48 rear panel
ICX 6450 models

The ICX 6450 device is available in the following models:
• ICX 6450-24 — 24 10/100/1000 Mbps copper ports and 4 ports with 1 or 10 Gbps SFP+ fiber uplink and stacking ports
• ICX 6450-24P — 24 10/100/1000 Mbps PoE+ copper ports and 4 ports with 1 or 10 Gbps SFP+ fiber uplink and stacking
ports
• ICX 6450-48 — 48 10/100/1000 Mbps copper ports and 4 ports with 1 or 10 Gbps SFP+ fiber uplink and stacking ports
• ICX 6450-48P — 48 10/100/1000 Mbps PoE+ copper ports and 4 ports with 1 or 10 Gbps SFP+ fiber uplink and stacking
ports
NOTE
The ICX 6450-24P and ICX 6450-48P devices support up to 802.3 at PoE+.
FIGURE 7 ICX 6450-24 and ICX 6450-24P front panels
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Network and management interfaces
FIGURE 8 ICX 6450-48 front panel
FIGURE 9 ICX 6450-48P front panel
FIGURE 10 ICX 6450-48P rear panel
FIGURE 11 ICX 6450-24P rear panel
FIGURE 12 ICX 6450-24 and ICX 6450-48 rear panels

Each device includes the following management interfaces, and a system reset button on the front panel.
• Console management interface (RJ-45 serial port)
• Out-of-band management interface (RJ-45 port)
• Reset button
These RJ-45 management ports are located together in the middle of the front panel on 24-port models, and on the left side of the
front panel on 48-port models.
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FIGURE 13 Management interfaces and slot locations on 24-port models
1. Console port
2. Slot 2 (SFP and SFP+ uplink or stacking ports)
3. Out-of-band management port
4. Slot 1 (10/100/1000 Mbps ports)
FIGURE 14 Management interfaces and slot locations on 48-port models
1. Console port
4. Slot 1 (10/100/1000 Mbps ports)
Console management interface

The console management interface is an RJ-45 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 RJ-45 port that allows you to configure and manage the device from the network.
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System reset button

The reset button allows you to restart the system without switching the power supply off and on, using the CLI. When the reset button is
pressed, the system resets and the software is reloaded. The button is located to the left of the console management interface.
Network interfaces for ICX 6430 and ICX 6450 devices

ICX 6430 and ICX 6450 devices contain the following interfaces:
• 10/100/1000 Mbps ports with RJ-45 copper connectors
• SFP and SFP+ ports
SFP ports support 1 Gbps port speeds. SFP+ ports support 10 Gbps port speeds.
NOTE
ICX 6430 models support SFP ports only. ICX 6450 models support both SFP and SFP+ ports.
Slot designations
Refer to Network and management interfaces on page 15 for the location of slot 1 and slot 2 on the front panel of the 24-port models
and the 48-port models.
TABLE 1 Slot designations for ICX 6430 and ICX 6450 devices
Device Slot 1 (10/100/1000 BASE-T ports) Slot 2 (SFP and SFP+ ports)
ICX 6430-24 10/100/1000 Mbps ports 1-24 SFP ports 1-4

ICX 6430-24P 10/100/1000 Mbps ports 1-24 SFP ports 1-4
ICX 6430-48 10/100/1000 Mbps ports 1-48 SFP ports 1-4
ICX 6430-48P 10/100/1000 Mbps ports 1-48 SFP ports 1-4
ICX 6450-24 10/100/1000 Mbps ports 1-24 SFP and SFP+ ports 1-4
ICX 6450-24P 10/100/1000 Mbps ports 1-24 SFP and SFP+ ports 1-4
ICX 6450-48 10/100/1000 Mbps ports 1-48 SFP and SFP+ ports 1-4
ICX 6450-48P 10/100/1000 Mbps ports 1-48 SFP and SFP+ ports 1-4
10/100/1000 BASE-T ports

All devices provide 24 or 48 RJ-45 ports that operate at 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps half or full duplex, or at 1000 Mbps full duplex.
Because all ports support automatic MDI or MDI-X operation, you can use straight-through cables for all network connections to PCs,
servers, or other devices or hubs. In addition, it is ideal (and preferred) to use straight-through cables 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 or SFP+ fiber ports

ICX 6430 and ICX 6450 devices contain four small form factor pluggable (SFP) ports (ports 1 through 4). The top row consists of ports
1 and 3, and the bottom row consists of ports 2 and 4. These ports reside on slot 2 of the stackable switch and can be used as uplink
(data) ports or stacking ports.
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The ICX 6430 contains SFP ports that support 1 Gbps port speeds but do not support 10 Gbps port speeds. The ICX 6450 contains
SFP+ ports that support 1 Gbps or 10 Gbps port speeds.
Ports 1 and 3 are default stacking ports. Default stacking ports are enabled to accept special stacking packets during a CLI-initiated
command sequence of the Secure Setup utility. If ports 1 and 3 are not used as stacking ports, you can use them as data ports.
Configuration is not required to use them as data ports.
On the ICX 6450, ports 1 and 3 are 10 Gbps ports. Without a license at bootup, ICX 6450 ports 2 and 4 come up in 10 Gbps port
speed in an error disabled state. To enable ports 2 and 4 to 10 Gbps port speed, purchase the ICX6450-2X10G-LIC-POD license. For
more information about enabling ports 2 and 4 to 10 Gbps port speed, refer to the FastIron Ethernet Switch Administration Guide. The
ICX 6450-10G-LIC-POD license is not applicable toICX 6430 devices because there are no 10 Gbps ports on the device.
For information about supported SFP and SFP+ transceivers, refer to the product data sheet.
Specifying a port address

You can specify a port address for an uplink (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. For the ICX 6430, the range is from 1 through 4. For the ICX 6450, the range is from 1
through 8. If the device is not part of a stack, the stack unit ID is 1.
• slot --Specifies the slot number; either 1 or 2.
• port --Specifies the port number in the slot. The range is from 1 through 24 (24-port models) or 1 through 48 (48-port
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. For the ICX 6430, the range is from 1 through 4. For the ICX 6450, the range is from 1
through 8.
• slot --Specifies the slot number. Stacking ports are in slot 2.
• port --Specifies the port number in the slot. Stacking ports are 1, 2, 3, and 4.
This example shows how to specify stacking port 3 in slot 2 of unit 3 in a stack:
Brocade (config) # interface ethernet 3/2/3
Specifying a management port

The management port number is always 1. This example shows how to specify the management port:
Brocade (config) # interface management 1
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Port, system, and power status LEDs

ICX 6430 and ICX 6450 devices include LEDs that indicate the status of device components.
FIGURE 15 Port status LEDs on 24-port models
1. Port status LEDs
FIGURE 16 Port status LEDs on 48-port models
1. Port status LEDs
2. Port status LEDs
TABLE 2 Port status LEDs

LED Condition Status
Ethernet On/Flashing Green The port has established a valid link at 10, 100,
or, 1000 Mbps. Flashing indicates the port is
(1 - 24/48) transmitting and receiving user packets.
Off A link is not established with a remote port.
PoE/PoE+ (1-24/48) On/Green The port is providing PoE or PoE+ power to a
connected device.
Off The port is not providing PoE or PoE+ power.
SFP/SFP+ (X1 - X4) for ICX 6450 devices On/Flashing Green The SFP port is operating at 10 Gbps. Flashing
indicates the port is transmitting and receiving
user packets at 10 Gbps.
On/Flashing Yellow The SFP port is operating at 1 Gbps. Flashing
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TABLE 2 Port status LEDs (continued)

SFP (F1 - F4) for ICX 6430 devices On/ Flashing Green The SFP port is operating at 1 Gbps. Flashing
Out-of-band management port (2 LEDs) Off (both LEDs) Offline
On/Flashing (left side) Link-up. Flashing indicates the port is
transmitting and receiving user packets.
On/Green (right side) 1 Gbps Link-up
Right LED off, left LED on or flashing 10/100 Mbps Link-up. Flashing indicates the
port is transmitting and receiving user packets.
FIGURE 17 System status LEDs on ICX 6430-48P 48-port model
1. System status LEDs
TABLE 3 System status LEDs on ICX 6450 and ICX 6430 devices
EPS1 and EPS2 Green EPS1 and EPS2 power supplies are operating
normally.
(External Power Supply status for ICX
6450-48P devices only) Yellow EPS1 and EPS2 power supply fault.
Off EPS1 and EPS2 off or not present.
PWR Green Power supply is operating normally.
(Power) Yellow Power supply fault.

Off Power supply off.
Diag Flashing Green System self-diagnostic test in progress. System
reloads automatically.
(Diagnostic)
Steady Yellow System self-diagnostic test has detected a fault.
(Fan, thermal, or any interface fault.) The user
must reload the system.
MS Green The device is the Active controller. Flashing
indicates the system is initializing.
(Stacking configuration)
Yellow Indicates the device is the Standby controller.
Flashing indicates the system is in Master
arbitration or selection state.
Off Device is operating as a stack member, or is in
standalone mode.
Uplink (X1 and X2) Green Uplink port is operating normally.
(Stacking port status) Off Uplink has failed or there is no link.
Downlink (X3 and X4) Green Downlink port is operating normally.
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TABLE 3 System status LEDs on ICX 6450 and ICX 6430 devices (continued)
Off Downlink has failed or there is no link.
(Stacking port status)
1-8 Green Indicates the switch ID in the stack.
(Switch ID in the stack) For ICX 6430 devices, 1 - 4 indicates the

switch ID in the stack.
For ICX 6450 devices, 1 - 8 indicates the

switch ID in the stack.
The following three figures show the location of the power status LEDs on the 24-port models and 48-port models.
FIGURE 18 Power status LED on the ICX 6430-24 model
1. Power status LEDs
Power status LED on the ICX 6430-48 and ICX 6430-48P models
NOTE
The location of the power status LED on the front panel of the ICX 6430-48 and ICX 6430-48P devices is the same on the
ICX 6430-24P device, ICX 6450-24 device, ICX 6450-24P device, and the ICX 6450-48 device.
FIGURE 19 Power status LED on the ICX 6450-48P model
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Power supplies
TABLE 4 Power status LED on ICX 6430 and ICX 6450 devices
Internal power status Off No input power

Green (steady) Internal Power Supply Unit (PSU) is working
normally.
Yellow (steady) Internal PSU failed, power is provided by EPS.
Power supplies
ICX 6430 and ICX 6450 devices have one standard power supply receptacle on the rear panel of the device for the AC power cord. The
connector labeled "EPS" is for the optional external power supply cord that can provide power to the device in the event the internal
power supply fails.
FIGURE 20 ICX 6430-48 power supply connectors
1 AC power supply socket

2 External power supply (EPS) connector
TABLE 5 EPS connectors on the ICX 6430 and ICX 6450 models
Model EPS connectors
ICX 6430-24 0
ICX 6430-24P 1
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TABLE 5 EPS connectors on the ICX 6430 and ICX 6450 models (continued)
Model EPS connectors
ICX 6430-48 1
ICX 6430-48P 1
ICX 6450-24 1
ICX 6450-24P 1
ICX 6450-48 1
ICX 6450-48P 2
Power supply usage

The ICX 6430 and ICX 6450 models support specific AC power supply inputs and numbers of PoE and PoE+ ports with an internal
power supply.
NOTE
Each EPS connection from the device to the ICX 6400-EPS1500 can add 24 ports of PoE or 12 ports of PoE+ power in
addition to the internal power supply by providing system power backup. The system power portion of the EPS can be used for
internal system power redundancy.
TABLE 6 AC power supply and PoE and PoE+ usage

Model Maximum power draw from AC line Number of PoE ports supported Number of PoE+ ports supported
input (Watts) with internal power supply with internal power supply
ICX 6430-24 23.01 Watts 0 0

ICX 6430-24P 471.1 Watts 24 PoE ports 12 PoE+ ports
ICX 6430-48 45.01 Watts 0 0
ICX 6450-24 44.4 Watts 0 0
ICX 6450-48 65.6 Watts 0 0
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ICX 6430 and ICX 6450 Installation
• Items included with the ICX 6430 and ICX 6450 devices..............................................................................................................25
• Configuration requirements...........................................................................................................................................................................25
• Summary of installation tasks.......................................................................................................................................................................26
• Installation precautions.................................................................................................................................................................................... 26
• Preparing the installation site........................................................................................................................................................................ 27
• Installing the device...........................................................................................................................................................................................28
• Connecting devices in a traditional stack................................................................................................................................................. 34
• Connecting devices in a mixed stack........................................................................................................................................................ 39
• Powering on the system................................................................................................................................................................................. 48
DANGER
The procedures in this manual are for qualified service personnel.
DANGER
Before beginning the installation, see the precautions in “Power precautions.”
Items included with the ICX 6430 and ICX 6450

devices
ICX 6430 and ICX 6450 devices ship with all of the following items included in your shipping container. Verify the contents of your
shipping container. If any items are missing, contact the place of purchase.
• ICX 6430 or ICX 6450 device
• Rack mounting kit containing two L-shaped mounting brackets and six sink-head screws
• Wall mounting kit containing two wall-mount screws and two plastic anchors (for ICX 6430-24, ICX 6430-24P, ICX 6450-24,
and ICX 6450-24P devices only)
• Two-post rack kit containing four rack-mounting screws and four cage nuts
• One AC power cord (US only)
• Power cord retainer clip
• Console cable
• Four rubber feet
• China ROHS sheet
• Read Me First document
Configuration requirements
To manage the ICX 6430 or ICX 6450, you need a management station, such as a PC running a terminal emulation application, for
serial connection to the device.
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 CLI through Telnet or Brocade Network Advisor.
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Summary of installation tasks

Follow the steps in the following table to install your device. Details for each of these steps are provided on the pages indicated.
TABLE 7 Installation tasks

Task number Task Where to find more information
1 Ensure that the physical environment that will Preparing the installation site on page 27
host the device has the proper cabling and
ventilation.
2 Unpack the device and all included accessories. Items included with the ICX 6430 and ICX
6450 devices on page 25
3 Install the device on a desktop, or in an Installing the device on page 28
equipment rack.
4 Once the device is installed, plug the device into Powering on the system on page 48
a nearby power source that adheres to the
regulatory requirements outlined in this manual.
Installation precautions
Follow all precautions when installing a device.
General precautions
DANGER
All fiber-optic interfaces use Class 1 lasers.
CAUTION
Do not install the device in an environment where the operating ambient temperature might exceed 40°C (104°F).
CAUTION
Never leave tools inside the chassis.
Lifting precautions
DANGER
Make sure the rack housing the device is adequately secured to prevent it from becoming unstable or falling over.
DANGER
Mount the devices you install in a rack as low as possible. Place the heaviest device at the bottom and progressively place
lighter devices above.
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Preparing the installation site
Power precautions
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.
DANGER
Disconnect the power cord from all power sources to completely remove power from the device.
CAUTION
Before plugging a cable into to any port, be sure to discharge the voltage stored on the cable by touching the electrical
contacts to ground surface.
DANGER
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.

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. For information about supported SFP and SFP+ transceivers and cable lengths and
types, refer to the product data sheet.
Installation location
Devices can be mounted in a standard 19-inch equipment rack or on a flat surface.
The site should meet the following requirements:
• Maintain the operating environment as specified in the Brocade ICX 6430 and ICX 6450 Stackable Switches Technical
Specifications on page 91.
• Allow a minimum of 7.62 cm (3 in.) of space between the front and the back of the device and walls or other obstructions for
proper airflow.
• Allow at least 7.62 cm (3 in.) of space at the front and back of the device for the twisted-pair, fiber-optic, and power cabling.
• The site should be accessible for installing, cabling, and maintaining the devices.
• Allow the status LEDs to be clearly visible.
• Allow for twisted-pair cables to be 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 ft) of each device, and is powered from an independent circuit breaker. As with any equipment, a filter or surge
suppressor is recommended.
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Installing the device
• Some combinations of intake and exhaust airflows may not be compatible with your environment.
Rack-mount installation considerations

Before mounting the device in a rack, ensure that the following rack-mount installation requirements are met:
• 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. (Refer to the Brocade ICX 6430 and ICX
6450 Stackable Switches Technical Specifications on page 91)
• 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.

You can install the device on a desktop or in an equipment rack.
DANGER
Desktop installation
Complete the following steps to install the ICX 6430 or ICX 6450 device on a desktop or other flat surface.
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FIGURE 21 Attaching the adhesive feet
1. Attach the four adhesive feet to the bottom of the device. If installing multiple devices, attach the adhesive feet to each device.
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 7.62 cm (3 in) clearance is recommended on each side.
3. If installing a single device only, go to the “Powering on the system” task. If installing multiple devices place each device squarely
on top of the one below.
Rack mount installation

The devices use stationary mounting when mounted in a rack.
DANGER
NOTE
You need a #2 Phillips screwdriver for rack mount installation.
Complete the following steps to mount devices in a rack.
1. Remove the rack mounting kit from the shipping carton. The kit contains two L-shaped mounting brackets and six sink-head
screws.
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2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, attach the mounting brackets to the sides of the device using six sink-head screws.
FIGURE 22 Attaching the rack mounting brackets for ICX 6430 and ICX 6450 devices
3. Remove the two-post rack kit from the shipping carton. The kit contains four rack-mounting screws and four cage nuts.
4. Insert the cage nuts in the two-post rack where you want to mount the device.
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5. Using a Phillips screwdriver, mount the device in a two-post rack using four rack-mounting screws.
NOTE
The ICX 6430 and ICX 6450 devices must be installed on two-post racks only. The devices cannot be installed on
four-post racks.
FIGURE 23 Installing the device in a two-post rack
1. Rack-mounting screws
2. Cage nuts
6. If installing a single device only, proceed to Powering on the system on page 48. If installing multiple devices, mount them in
the rack, one below the other.
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Wall mount installation

NOTE
You need a #2 Phillips screwdriver, a hammer, and a drill for wall mount installation.
Mounting the device to a wall is only applicable to ICX 6430-24, ICX 6430-24P, ICX 6450-24, and ICX 6450-24P devices. Brocade
recommends that you wall mount the device with the port side down.
NOTE
The ICX 6430-48, ICX 6430-48P, ICX 6450-48, and ICX 6450-48P devices cannot be wall mounted.
Complete the following steps to mount the device to a wall.
1. Attach the four adhesive feet to the bottom of the device.
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2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, attach the wall mount brackets to the sides of the device using four sink-head screws.
FIGURE 24 Attaching the wall mount brackets for ICX 6430-24 devices
3. Drill two holes on the wall where you want to mount the device.
4. Hammer two wall mount anchors into the holes on the wall.
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Connecting devices in a traditional stack
5. Use the two wall mount screws to fasten the device to the wall mount anchors.
FIGURE 25 Wall mounting the ICX 6430-24P device
1. Drilled holes
2. Wall mount anchors
3. Wall mount screws

ICX 6430 devices and ICX 6450 devices can operate as standalone devices and also as members of traditional stacks. A stack is a
group of devices—Brocade stackable units and their connected stacking links—that are connected so that the stack is managed as a
single entity.
A traditional stack contains devices from only one model in a product family: only ICX 6430 devices or only ICX 6450 devices. A
traditional stack cannot contain both ICX 6430 devices and ICX 6450 devices.
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Stacking ports and trunks

There are four SFP ports (ICX 6430) or four SFP+ ports (ICX 6450) on the front panels that can be used as uplink (data) ports or as
stacking ports. The figure below shows the ports in slot 2; the top row consists of ports 1 and 3, and the bottom row consists of ports 2
and 4.
FIGURE 26 Stacking ports
1. Console port
2. Slot 2 (SFP and SFP + uplink or stacking ports)
4. Slot 1 (10/100/1000 Mbps ports)
Ports 1 and 3 are default stacking ports. Default stacking ports have the capability to accept special stacking packets during a CLI-
initiated command sequence of the Secure Setup utility. If ports 1 and 3 are not used as stacking ports, you can use them as data ports.
All four ports in slot 2 can be used as stacking ports.
The stacking ports can be grouped into two trunks. Ports 1 and 2 can form a trunk; ports 3 and 4 can form another trunk. By default, ICX
6430 and ICX 6450 devices are not configured for trunking.
speed in an error disabled state. To enable ports 2 and 4 to 10 Gbps port speed, purchase the ICX6450-2X10G-LIC-POD license. For
more information about enabling ports 2 and 4 to 10 Gbps port speed, refer to the FastIron Ethernet Switch Administration Guide.
Trunking requirements
• You can connect one or both ports in a trunk. Connecting both ports in a trunk increases stacking bandwidth and provides
resiliency.
• If you connect both ports in a trunk, both ports must connect to both ports of one trunk on another device.
• When configuring a trunk, the ports in the same column are always trunked (port 1 to port 2, port 3 to port 4). One or both of
the two sets of stacking ports can be trunked (or untrunked).
• For ICX 6430 devices, all stacking ports must be at 1-Gbps port speed to enable trunking. For ICX 6450 devices, all stacking
ports must be configured to 10-Gbps port speed to enable trunking.
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Stacking configuration requirements

Before configuring the traditional stack using the CLI, physically connect the devices using stacking cables. For information about
configuring a stack, refer to the Brocade FastIron Stacking Configuration Guide.
Stacking cables
Use copper stacking cables or SFP+ fiber-optic cables to connect ICX 6450 devices or ICX 6430 devices in a traditional stack. The
active copper cable lengths for 1-Gbps ports are 1 meter and 5 meters. The copper cable lengths for 10-Gbps ports are 1 meter, 3
meters, and 5 meters.
Stack size
A traditional stack can contain a maximum of eight ICX 6450 devices or four ICX 6430 devices. A traditional stack cannot contain both
ICX 6430 and ICX 6450 devices.
Stacking topologies
Both linear and ring topologies are supported in a traditional stack. In a linear stack topology there is a connection between each switch
that carries two-way communications across the stack. This connection can use one port or two ports per trunk.
For example, in a four-unit stack using a linear topology, unit 1 connects to unit 2, unit 2 to unit 3, and unit 3 to unit 4.
In ring stack topology, there is an extra connection between the logical first and last devices forming a "ring" or "closed-loop." The closed-
loop connection provides a redundant path for the stack link, so if one link fails, stack communications can be maintained.
For example, in a four-unit stack using a ring topology, unit 1 connects to unit 2, unit 2 to unit 3, unit 3 to unit 4, and unit 4 connects to
unit 1.
You can connect stacking units using one port per trunk or both ports in a trunk. For maximum bandwidth and link redundancy, use both
ports per trunk.
The following figures show supported stacking topologies:

• Linear and ring stacking topologies using one port per trunk (the most commonly configured stacking topology)
• Linear stacking topology using both ports in each trunk.
• Ring stacking topology using both ports in each trunk
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FIGURE 27 Linear and ring stacking topologies using one port per trunk
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FIGURE 28 Linear stacking topology using both ports in each trunk
FIGURE 29 Ring stacking topology using both ports in each trunk
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Connecting devices in a mixed stack

ICX 6450 devices can operate as standalone devices and also as members of a mixed stack. A stack is a group of devices--Brocade
stackable units and their connected stacking links--that are connected so that the stack is managed as a single entity.
A mixed stack contains ICX 6610 devices and ICX 6450 devices. ICX 6610 devices form the backbone of the mixed stack. ICX 6450
devices are peripheral units that connect to the backbone and to other peripheral units.
The table below summarizes the ports used in mixed stacking.
TABLE 8 Stacking ports used in mixed stacking

Device Stacking ports Panel/Slot Ports Speed Connection Type
ICX 6610 Dedicated stacking Rear/2 1, 6 40 Gbps Backbone to

backbone: ICX 6610
2, 7 4 x 10 Gbps to ICX 6610
ICX 6610 SFP+ Front/3 1-8 10 Gbps Backbone to
peripheral: ICX 6610
to ICX 6450
ICX 6450 SFP+ Front/2 1-4 10 Gbps Peripheral to
backbone: ICX 6450
to ICX 6610
Peripheral to
peripheral: ICX 6450
to ICX 6450
ICX 6610 stacking ports and trunks

This section discusses the ports you can use to connect ICX 6610 devices in the backbone and to ICX 6450 devices.
Ports used to connect ICX 6610 devices in the backbone

The ICX 6610 device contains four ports in slot 2 on the rear panel that are dedicated stacking ports. They cannot be used as data ports,
even when stacking is not enabled. There are two 40 Gbps ports and two 4 x 10 Gbps ports arranged in two rows.
The stacking ports can be grouped into two trunks. Ports 1 and 2 on the top row can form trunk 0; ports 6 and 7 on the bottom row can
form trunk 1.
You can trunk stacking ports by connecting one port of each type (40 Gbps or 4 x 10 Gbps) to ports of the same type on another ICX
6610 device in the stack.
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FIGURE 30 Dedicated stacking ports and trunks on the rear panel of an ICX 6610 device
1. Port 1, 40 Gbps
2. Trunk 0
3. Port 2, 4 x 10 Gbps
4. Port 6, 40 Gbps
5. Trunk 1
6. Port 7, 4 x 10 Gbps
resiliency.
• You must connect each port type (40 Gbps or 4x10 Gbps) to the same type of port on another device, as shown in the
following table.
TABLE 9 Port connections for trunking between ICX 6610 devices

Valid port connections Invalid port connections
Device 1 Device 2 Device 1 Device 2

Port 1 to Port 1 Port 1 to Port 2
NOTE
If you use the Secure Setup utility to set up a mixed stack, the stacking units (ICX 6610 devices and ICX 6450 devices) are
automatically trunked.
Ports used to connect ICX 6610 devices to ICX 6450 devices

There are eight SFP+ ports in slot 3 on the front panel of an ICX 6610 device that are used to connect ICX 6610 devices to ICX 6450
devices in a mixed stack. The following first figure shows the 10 Gbps SFP+ ports in slot 3 of a 24-port device. The following second
figure shows the 10 Gbps SFP+ ports in slot 3 of a 48-port device.
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Without a license at bootup, the SFP+ ports come up in 10 Gbps port speed in an error disabled state. To enable the SFP+ ports to 10
Gbps port speed, you must purchase the ICX6610-10G-LIC-POD license for each ICX 6610 SFP+ port that connects to an ICX 6450
device.
Maximum number of ports used on an ICX 6610 device to connect to ICX 6450 devices
Any one ICX 6610 device supports a maximum of:
• Two trunk connections to ICX 6450 peripheral devices (four ports total)
• Two single (untrunked) port connections to ICX 6450 peripheral devices.
FIGURE 31 SFP+ ports on the front panel of the 24-port model of an ICX 6610 device
1. Slot 3: 10 Gbps SFP+ ports 1-8
2. Slot 1: 10/100/1000 Mbps ports
FIGURE 32 SFP+ ports on the front panel of the 48-port model of an ICX 6610 device
1. Slot 3: 10 Gbps SFP+ ports 1-8
2. Slot 1: 10/100/1000 Mbps ports
ICX 6450 stacking ports and trunks

The ICX 6450 contains four SFP+ ports in slot 2 on the front panel that can be used as uplink (data) ports or as stacking ports. The
following figure below shows the ports in slot 2; the top row consists of ports 1 and 3, and the bottom row consists of ports 2 and 4.
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FIGURE 33 Stacking ports on the front panel of an ICX 6450 device
1. Console port
4. Slot 1 (10/100/1000 Mbps ports)
Ports 1 and 3 are default stacking ports. Default stacking ports have the capability to accept special stacking packets during a CLI-
initiated command sequence of the Secure Setup utility. If ports 1 and 3 are not used as stacking ports, you can use them as data ports.
All four ports in slot 2 can be used as stacking ports.
The stacking ports can be grouped into two trunks. Ports 1 and 2 can form a trunk; ports 3 and 4 can form another trunk. By default, ICX
6450 devices are not configured for trunking.
speed in an error disabled state. To enable ports 2 and 4 to 10 Gbps port speed, you must purchase the ICX6450-2X10G-LIC-POD
license. For more information about enabling ports 2 and 4 to 10 Gbps port speed, refer to the FastIron Ethernet Switch Administration
Guide.
resiliency.
• When configuring a trunk, the ports in the same column are always trunked (port 1 to port 2, port 3 to port 4). One or both of
the two sets of stacking ports can be trunked (or untrunked).
• For ICX 6450 devices, all stacking ports must be configured to 10 Gbps port speed to enable trunking.
NOTE
If you use the Secure Setup utility to set up a mixed stack, the stacking units (ICX 6610 devices and ICX 6450 devices) are
automatically trunked.
Stacking configuration requirements

The stacking configuration requirements are describes in the sections below.
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All configuration methods

Before configuring the mixed stack, physically connect the devices using stacking cables.
Secure Setup utility

To use the 10 Gbps SFP+ ports on the front panel of ICX 6610 devices to connect ICX 6610 devices to ICX 6450 devices in a mixed
stack, configure the SFP+ ports on the ICX 6610 devices to 10 Gbps using the speed command.
Automatic and manual configuration methods

To connect an ICX 6610 device in the backbone to an ICX 6450 device (peripheral unit), configure the peri-port command or peri-
trunk command on the ICX 6610 device.
For information about configuring a stack, refer to the Brocade FastIron Stacking Configuration Guide.
Stacking cables
TABLE 10 Cables to connect devices in a mixed stack
To connect this device To this device Use this cable
ICX 6610 ICX 6610 1 meter passive copper QSFP stacking cable
100 meter QSFP fiber-optic cable

ICX 6450 ICX 6450 SFP+ fiber-optic cable
10 Gbps copper stacking cable

ICX 6610 ICX 6450 SFP+ fiber-optic cable
10 Gbps copper stacking cable
Stack size
A mixed stack can contain one or two ICX 6610 devices. They form the backbone of the mixed stack. ICX 6450 devices are peripheral
units. There can be one to six ICX 6450 devices in a mixed stack.
Peripheral devices can form one or more substacks. A substack is a topology that is formed by ICX 6450 devices. If ICX 6450 devices
are separated by an ICX 6610 device, the ICX 6450 devices belong to different substacks.
Stacking topologies
Two basic ring topologies are supported in a mixed stack: single ring and dual ring.
In a linear stack topology, there is a connection between each switch that carries two-way communications across the stack. This
connection can use one port or two ports per trunk.
In ring stack topology, there is an extra connection between the logical first and last devices forming a "ring" or "closed-loop." The closed-
loop connection provides a redundant path for the stack link, so if one link fails, stack communications can be maintained.
For example, in a four-unit stack using a ring topology, unit 1 connects to unit 2, unit 2 to unit 3, unit 3 to unit 4, and unit 4 connects to
unit 1.
You can connect stacking units using one port per trunk or both ports in a trunk. For maximum bandwidth and link redundancy, use both
ports per trunk on all stack units.
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Topology 1: Single ring

In the figure below, two ICX 6610 devices form the backbone and there are three ICX 6450 peripheral devices. There can be up to six
ICX 6450 peripheral devices.
This is a single ring configuration in which the second ICX 6610 device is connected to the first ICX 6450 device, and the first ICX 6610
device is connected to the last ICX 6450 device. There is one substack that contains three peripheral devices.
FIGURE 34 Topology 1: single ring
Topology 2: Dual ring

In the following figure, two ICX 6610 devices form the backbone and there are six ICX 6450 peripheral devices in two rings. This is a
dual ring configuration.
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The first ICX 6610 device is connected to the last ICX 6450 device in the "vertical" ring. The backbone devices are also connected to the
first and last ICX 6450 devices in the "horizontal" ring.
There are two substacks, each containing three peripheral devices.
FIGURE 35 Topology 2: Dual ring
Topology 3: Linear and ring

In the following figure, two ICX 6610 devices form the backbone and there are six ICX 6450 peripheral devices in two substacks. Each
substack contains three peripheral devices.
One substack is connected to one ICX 6610 device to form a linear topology. The other substack is connected to each of the ICX 6610
devices to form a ring topology.
Topology 3 is almost identical to topology 2 except that the "horizontal" substack is not connected to the second ICX 6610 device either
by design or because the link is broken. This is still a valid topology.
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FIGURE 36 Topology 3: Linear and ring
Topology 4: Ring with one backbone device

In the following figure, one ICX 6610 device forms the backbone and there are six ICX 6450 peripheral devices in a ring topology. There
is one substack that contains all six peripheral devices.
Topology 4 shows that you can have a mixed stack with only one ICX 6610 device, although this configuration does not provide high
availability or resiliency for the stack because there is no standby controller.
FIGURE 37 Topology 4: Ring with one backbone device
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Topology recommendations
Consider these factors when you implement a topology:
• Limit the number of VLANs of peripheral devices to reduce broadcast and multicast packets flooding to the peripheral devices.
• Broadcast and multicast packets of a VLAN are flooded to a substack if the substack has any ports in the VLAN. For this
reason, you should limit (localize) VLAN association of substack ports.
For example, substacks 1 and 2 have ports in VLAN 10, 11, 12, and 13. In this case, you should arrange the VLAN port association so
that substack 1 ports are in VLAN 10, 11, and 12 and substack 2 ports are in VLAN 12 and 13. Such an arrangement avoids flooding
packets in VLAN 13 to substack 1, and also avoids flooding packets in VLAN 10 and 11 to substack 2.
• A ring topology is more resilient than a linear topology.
• If there are two backbone devices, link substacks to both backbone devices.
• To prevent traffic congestion and avoid potential latency issues, keep substacks small, especially in linear topologies.
Connecting ICX 6610 devices in the backbone

The following figure shows how to connect ICX 6610 devices in a mixed stack backbone using both ports (ports 1 and 2) in trunk 0 of
each ICX 6610 device. Ports 1 and 2 in the top device connect to ports 1 and 2 in the bottom device, respectively.
FIGURE 38 Connecting ICX 6610 devices in the backbone
Connecting a peripheral device to an ICX 6610 and to another peripheral

device
The following figure shows how to connect an ICX 6610 device in the backbone to an ICX 6450 peripheral device. It also shows how to
connect two ICX 6450 peripheral devices to each other. Both ports in each ICX 6450 trunk are used.
One trunk (ports 1 and 2) in the middle ICX 6450 device is used for the upstream link to the ICX 6610 device. The other trunk (ports 3
and 4) in the middle ICX 6450 device is used for the downstream link to the second ICX 6450 device.
The ports or trunk on an ICX 6610 device that connect to a peripheral device are called peripheral ports or a peripheral trunk - because
they link to ICX 6450 peripheral devices. The first port in a peripheral trunk on a backbone device and the first port in a stack trunk on a
peripheral device must be an odd-numbered port, for example, 1/3/1 or 3/2/1.
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FIGURE 39 Connecting a peripheral device to an ICX 6610 and to another peripheral device
Extended distance stacking

Extended distance stacking allows stacking of devices in a distributed network environment. You can form a stack of co-located devices
or devices located over an extended distance to form a distributed stack. Extended distance stacking provides resiliency, scalability, and
ease of management whether the location of switches is in the same equipment rack or distributed across a network.
To set up extended distance stacking, use fiber-optic cables to connect the devices in a stack. Contact your Brocade representative for
information about supported fiber-optic cables and distances.

After you complete the physical installation, you can power on the system.
NOTE
The socket should be installed near the equipment and should be easily accessible.
1. Remove the power cord from the shipping container.

2. Attach the AC power cord to the AC connector on the rear panel.
3. Insert the power cord plug into a 100V-240V outlet.
NOTE
To turn the system off, simply unplug the power cord or
cords.
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• ICX 6400-EPS1500 external power supply........................................................................................................................................ 49
• Items included with the ICX 6400-EPS1500......................................................................................................................................53
• General requirements.......................................................................................................................................................................................53
• Summary of installation tasks.......................................................................................................................................................................53
• Installation precautions.................................................................................................................................................................................... 54
• Preparing the installation site........................................................................................................................................................................ 55
• Installing the device...........................................................................................................................................................................................55
• Powering on the system................................................................................................................................................................................. 65
• Verifying proper operation............................................................................................................................................................................. 65
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ICX 6400-EPS1500 external power supply

In the event of an AC power loss or internal power supply device failure, the BrocadeICX 6400-EPS1500 external power supply can be
used as a backup power source to a device when any of the three ports are connected to an ICX 6430 or ICX 6450 device. Proprietary
DC cables are used to connect any of the three EPS ports of the ICX 6400-EPS1500 to the rear EPS port of an ICX 6430 or ICX
6450 device. For more information about connecting an ICX 6430 or ICX 6450 device to the ICX 6400-EPS1500, refer to
Connecting devices to the external power supply on page 62.
Each EPS port provides an external 12 V redundant system power source (up to 65 W), and an external 54 V additional PoE power
source (up to 370 W). When the ICX 6400-EPS1500 is connected to an ICX 6430 or ICX 6450 non-PoE device, it operates as an
external redundant power supply to the devices. In this case, only the 12 V of the EPS port is utilized by the device. The 54 V PoE power
source is not used by the device.
NOTE
The internal power supply of the ICX 6430 or ICX 6450 device is not a field-replaceable unit (FRU). The devices must be shut
down by administrators for replacement.
Brocade recommends that you pay attention to the PoE or PoE+ port configuration of the device when connecting to an ICX 6400-
EPS1500. The internal power supply of each ICX 6430 or ICX 6450 PoE or PoE+ device has a maximum number of supported PoE or
PoE+ ports. Brocade recommends that when the ICX 6400-EPS1500 is used as a redundant power source for the ICX 6430 or ICX
6450 PoE device, that the maximum number of PoE or PoE+ ports of the external power supply must not exceed the maximum
number of PoE or PoE+ ports of the internal power supply capability of each ICX 6430 or ICX 6450 device.
For more information about the maximum number of PoE or PoE+ ports supported with the internal power supply of a device, refer to
Power supply usage on page 23 section. For example, an ICX 6450-48P device with two EPS connectors must be connected to the
ICX 6400-EPS1500. If you increase the maximum number of PoE or PoE+ ports that can be supported in each ICX 6430 or ICX
6450 device, and if the internal power supply fails, the ICX 6400-EPS1500 cannot guarantee the devices are protected by the backup
power source. The ICX 6400-EPS1500 will not have enough power to sustain the failed internal power supply. In this case, the device
can go down even with the ICX 6400-EPS1500 connected.
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The ICX 6400-EPS1500 has three DC output ports: EPS OUT 1, EPS OUT 2, and EPS OUT 3. Each port supplies 65 W of +12 VDC
of DC power, and 370 W of 54 VDC of PoE power. The ICX 6400-EPS1500 is powered on when it is connected to an active AC power
source.
NOTE
The ICX 6400-EPS1500 DC cable is hot-pluggable. You must pay attention to the PoE power usage to ensure that the
devices are protected before removing the EPS connectors or AC power cords.
The following devices are supported by the BrocadeICX 6400-EPS1500:

• ICX 6430-24P
• ICX 6430-48
• ICX 6430-48P
• ICX 6450-24
• ICX 6450-24P
• ICX 6450-48
• ICX 6450-48P
NOTE
The ICX 6430-24 is not supported by the ICX 6400-EPS1500.
Features and benefits

• Supports up to three connections to ICX 6430 and ICX 6450 devices.
• Fixed internal power supply.
• Total power rating is 1500 W.
• Status LEDs located on the front panel.
• Universal (100-240 V) AC line cord draws power from power outlet.
• DC line cord provides power to the attached device.
• Thermal overload protection prevents the ICX 6400-EPS1500 from overheating if a thermal overload occurs.
• Over-voltage protection shuts down an output channel if the voltage exceeds a preset threshold.
• Over-current protection shuts down the ICX 6400-EPS1500 if the output load exceeds a preset threshold.
• Short-circuit protection prevents damage to the ICX 6400-EPS1500 due to a short circuit on any output channel.
• If an ICX 6430 or ICX 6450 device is not connected to an EPS port, the power will not come up.
• Power supplies are hot swappable. The device can be running while the ICX 6430 or ICX 6450 units are connected to the ICX
6400-EPS1500.
Front and rear panels

Three power indicators and three fan indicators are located on the front panel. The AC supply and the three EPS DC backup receptacles
are located on the rear panel.
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FIGURE 40 ICX 6400-EPS1500 front panel
1. System status indicators
FIGURE 41 ICX 6400-EPS1500 rear panel
1. Fans
2. External power sockets 1-3
3. AC power socket
LEDs
The following figure shows the location of the LEDs on the ICX 6400-EPS1500.
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FIGURE 42 ICX 6400-EPS1500 LEDs
1. EPS LED
2. FAN LED
The following table describes the functions of the ICX 6400-EPS1500 LEDs.
TABLE 11 System Status LEDs on the ICX 6400-EPS1500

EPS 1 Green The power supply is operating normally. The

port is providing power to the connected device
at 12 V and 54 V of power.
Red The port is not delivering power to the device.
Power failure at 12 V and 54 V of power.
FAN 1 Green The cooling fan is operating normally.
Amber The cooling fan has failed.
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Items included with the ICX 6400-EPS1500

The ICX 6400-EPS1500 ships with all of the following items included in your shipping container. Verify the contents of your shipping
container. If any items are missing, contact the place of purchase.
• ICX 6400-EPS1500 external power supply
• Read Me First document
• Rack mounting kit containing two L-shaped mounting brackets and six sink-head screws
• Two-post rack kit containing four rack-mounting screws and four cage nuts
• EPS AC power cord
• EPS power cord retainer clip
• Four rubber feet
• EPS cord kit that contains:
– Three EPS power cords
– Three wire saddles
– Three cable ties
• China ROHS sheet
General requirements
To manage the ICX 6400-EPS1500, you will need a management station, such as a PC running a terminal emulation application, for
serial connection to 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 CLI through Telnet or Brocade Network
Advisor.

Follow the steps in the following table to install your device. Details for each of these steps are provided on the pages indicated.
TABLE 12 Installation tasks

1 Ensure that the physical environment that will Preparing the installation site on page 55
host the device has the proper cabling and section
ventilation.
2 Unpack the device and all included accessories. Items included with the ICX 6400-EPS1500 on
page 53 section
3 Install the device on a desktop, or in an Installing the device on page 55 section
equipment rack.
4 Once the device is installed, plug the device into Powering on the system on page 65 section
a nearby power source that adheres to the
regulatory requirements outlined in this manual.
5 Verify that the device is working properly by Verifying proper operation on page 65 section
plugging it into a power source and verifying that
it passes the self test.
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Follow all precautions when installing a device.
General precautions
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CAUTION
CAUTION
Make sure the airflow around the front, sides, and back of the device is not
restricted.
CAUTION
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Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.
If the battery dies, contact Technical Support for assistance.
Lifting precautions
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Power precautions
CAUTION
Use a separate branch circuit for each power cord, which provides redundancy in case one of the circuits fails.
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ICX 6400-EPS1500 external power supplies can be mounted in a standard 19-inch equipment rack or on a flat surface.
The installation site should meet these requirements:
• Be at the center of all the devices you want to link, and near a power outlet.
• Maintain temperatures within 0 to 40°C (32 to 104 °F) and humidity levels within 5 to 95%, non-condensing.
• Provide adequate space (approximately 5.08 cm [2 in.]) on all sides for proper airflow.
• Be accessible for installing, cabling, and maintaining the devices.
• Allow the status LEDs to be clearly visible.
• Allow for twisted-pair cables to be routed away from power lines, fluorescent lighting fixtures, and other sources of electrical
interference, such as radios and transmitters.
• Provide a separate grounded power outlet that provides 100 to 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, is within 2.44 m (8 ft) of each device, and
is powered from an independent circuit breaker.
• As with any electrical equipment, a filter or surge suppressor is recommended.
Rack-mount installation considerations

Before mounting the external power supply in a rack, consider 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 device.
• Circuit overloading: Be sure that the supply circuit to the rack assembly is not overloaded.
• Grounding: Rack-mounted equipment should be properly grounded.

You can install the device on a desktop or in an equipment rack.
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Desktop installation
Complete the following steps to install the ICX 6400-EPS1500 on a desktop or other flat surface.
1. Attach the four adhesive feet to the bottom of the external power supply.
FIGURE 43 Attaching the adhesive feet to the ICX 6400-EPS1500
2. Set the external power supply on a flat surface near an AC power source, making sure there is at least 5.08 cm (2 in.) of space
on all sides for proper airflow.
Mounting an external power supply in a rack

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Complete the following steps to install an external power supply in a rack.
1. Remove the rack mounting kit from the shipping carton. The kit contains two L-shaped mounting brackets, six sink-head
mounting screws, four rack-mounting screws, and four cage nuts.
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2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, attach the mounting brackets to the sides of the external power supply using six sink-head screws.
FIGURE 44 Attaching the mounting brackets for the ICX 6400–EPS1500
3. Mount the external power supply in a rack using four rack-mounting screws.
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4. Use the four cage nuts to screw the device to the rack mount holes.
FIGURE 45 Installing the external power supply in a rack
1. Rack-mounting screws
2. Cage nuts
5. If installing multiple external power supplies, mount them in the rack one below the other.
Assembling the wire saddle for the EPS cord

The wire saddle for the EPS cord is used to hold the EPS cord securely in place when connecting to multiple devices. This is an optional
installation that will help to prevent the EPS cord from accidentally unplugging and losing connection with the external power receptacle.
Assemble the wire saddle on both ends of the EPS cord.
Complete the following steps to assemble the wire saddle for the EPS cord.
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FIGURE 46 Removing the EPS faceplate on the ICX 6430 or ICX 6450 device
1. Screws and faceplate
1. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the two screws on the EPS faceplate of the external power receptacle, as illustrated in the
figure below.
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2. Clip the cable tie onto the wire saddle, as illustrated in the figure below.
FIGURE 47 Assembling the cable tie and wire saddle
1. Cable tie
2. Wire saddle
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3. Plug the cable tie into the holes of the external power receptacle, as illustrated in the figure below.
FIGURE 48 Complete assembly of cable tie and wire saddle
1. Wire saddle
4. Open the wire saddle hook and plug the EPS cord into the external power receptacle.
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5. Lock down the wire saddle hook on the EPS cord and tighten by adjusting the nut connector, as illustrated in the figure below.
FIGURE 49 Adjusting the wire saddle on the EPS cord
1. Wire saddle
Connecting devices to the external power supply

Complete the following steps to connect devices to the external power supply.
1. Connect one end of the AC cord to the AC receptacle on the device, and the other end to a grounded power outlet.
2. Connect one end of an EPS cord to the external power receptacle on the device, and the other end to an available receptacle on
the external power supply (EPS OUT 1, EPS OUT 2, and EPS OUT 3).
3. Repeat Step 1 and Step 2 to connect up to three devices to the external power supply. Refer to the following figure.
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4. Connect one end of the AC cord to the AC receptacle on the external power supply, and the other end to a grounded power
outlet.
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5. Check the LEDs on the external power supply to ensure proper operation with the devices. On the ICX 6400-EPS1500, the
LED indicators (EPS 1, EPS 2, and EPS 3) should light (green). If the LEDs do not light, refer to Diagnosing switch indicators on
page 97.
FIGURE 50 Connecting multiple devices to an external power supply
1 EPS Input port on the ICX 6430 4 AC power supply for ICX 6400-
or ICX 6450 device EPS1500
2 ICX 6430 and ICX 6450 5 ICX 6400-EPS1500
devices
3 AC power supplies for ICX 6430 6 Output port of the ICX 6400-
or ICX 6450 devices EPS1500
NOTE
For international use, you may need to change the AC line cord. You must use a line cord set that has been approved
for the receptacle type in your country.
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Verifying proper operation

After you complete the physical installation, you can power on the system.
NOTE
The socket should be installed near the equipment and should be easily accessible.
1. Remove the power cord from the shipping container.

2. Attach the AC power cord to the AC connector on the rear panel.
3. Insert the power cord plug into a 100V-240V outlet.
NOTE
To turn the system off, simply unplug the power cord or
cords.
Verifying proper operation

After you have installed an external power supply, verify that the device is working properly by plugging it into a power source and
verifying that it passes the self test.
1. Connect the power cord supplied with the device to the power connector on the power supply on the rear of the device.
2. Insert the other end into a properly grounded electrical outlet.
3. Verify that the LED for the power supply is green.
4. Verify proper operation by observing the LEDs.
LEDs for linked ports will come on during the boot process, then all LEDs will go off. Once the boot sequence is complete,
LEDs for linked ports will again come on.
For more details on specific LED conditions after system startup, refer to, LEDs on page 51.
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Configuring an ICX 6430 or ICX 6450
Device
• Configuration tasks........................................................................................................................................................................................... 67
• PC or terminal attachment.............................................................................................................................................................................67
• Password assignment......................................................................................................................................................................................68
• IP address configuration................................................................................................................................................................................. 70
• Connecting network devices......................................................................................................................................................................... 73
• Troubleshooting network connections...................................................................................................................................................... 76
• Testing connectivity.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 76
This chapter contains the following sections:
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Configuration tasks
Follow the steps listed in the following table to configure the device. Details for each of these steps are provided on the pages indicated.
TABLE 13 Configuration tasks

1 Attach a terminal or PC to the device. This will PC or terminal attachment on page 67

enable you to configure the device through the
command line interface (CLI).
2 No default password is assigned to the CLI. For Password assignment on page 68
additional access security, assign a password.
3 Before attaching equipment to the device, you IP address configuration on page 70
must 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.
4 Once you power on the device and assign IP Configuring IP parameters for devices running
addresses, the system is ready to accept Layer 3 software on page 72
network equipment.
5 Test IP connectivity to other devices by pinging Testing connectivity on page 76
them and tracing routes.
6 Continue configuring the device using the CLI. FastIron Ethernet Switch Administration Guide
You can also use Brocade Network Advisor to
manage the device.
7 Secure access to the device. FastIron Ethernet Switch Administration Guide
PC or terminal attachment
You can access the CLI by attaching a serial cable to the console port. After you assign an IP address, you can access the system
through Telnet or Brocade Network Advisor.
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Password assignment
Complete the following steps to attach a management station to the console port.
1. Connect a PC or terminal to the console (RJ-45 serial port) of the device.
To connect the console port to a DB-9 port, you need an RJ-45 to DB-9 adapter.
For information about locating the serial port, refer to Network and management interfaces on page 15.
The serial port has an RJ-45 connector. For port pinout information, refer to the Brocade ICX 6430 and ICX 6450 Stackable
Switches Technical Specifications on page 91.
NOTE
You must run a terminal emulation program on the PC.
2. Launch the terminal emulation program and set the following session parameters:
• Baud: 9600 bps
• Data bits: 8
• Parity: None
• Stop bits: 1
• Flow control: None
The console serial communication port serves as a connection point for management by a PC or SNMP workstation. When you
establish the serial connection to the system, press Enter to display the CLI prompt in the terminal emulation window, as shown
in the following example.
device>
If you see this prompt, you are connected to the system and can proceed to the task Password assignment on page 68
You can customize the prompt by changing the system name. For more information, refer to the FastIron Ethernet Switch
Administration Guide.
If you do not see the prompt, make sure the cable is securely connected to your PC and to the Brocade system.
Check the settings in your terminal emulation program. In addition to the previously configured session settings, make sure the
terminal emulation session is running on the same serial port you attached to the Brocade system.
Password assignment
By default, the CLI is not protected by passwords. To secure CLI access, Brocade strongly recommends assigning passwords. Refer to
the FastIron Ethernet Switch Administration Guide.
NOTE
You can assign passwords using Brocade Network Advisor if an enable password for a Super User has been configured on the
device.
The CLI contains the following access levels:

• User EXEC - The level you enter when you first start a CLI session. At this level, you can view some system information but you
cannot configure system or port parameters.
• Privileged EXEC - This level is also called the Enable level and can be secured by a password. You can perform tasks such as
managing files on the flash module, saving the system configuration to flash, and clearing caches at this level.
• CONFIG - The configuration level. This level allows you to configure the system IP address and configure switching and routing
features. To access the CONFIG mode, you must already be logged in to the Privileged EXEC level.
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Password assignment
You can set the following levels of Enable passwords:

• Super User - Allows complete read-and-write access to the system. This is generally for system administrators and is the only
password level that allows you to configure passwords.
NOTE
You must set a Super User password before you can set other types of passwords.
• Port Configuration - Allows read-and-write access for specific ports but not for global (system-wide) parameters.
• Read-Only - Allows access to the Privileged EXEC mode and CONFIG mode but only with read access.
Assigning passwords
Complete the following steps to set passwords.
NOTE
Depending on the device you purchased, and the code (Layer 2 or Layer 3) loaded on your system, the router prompt is
displayed accordingly. For example, for an ICX 6450-48P device running Layer 3 code on the device, the router prompt
displays ICX6450-48P Router> at the CLI level.
1. At the opening CLI prompt, enter the following command to change to the Privileged EXEC mode:
device> enable
2. Access the config mode of the CLI by entering the following command:
device# configure terminal
3. Enter the following command to set the Super User password:
device(config)# enable super-user-password joe
NOTE
You must set the Super User password before you can set other types of passwords.
4. Enter the following commands to set the port configuration and read-only passwords:
device(config)# enable port-config-password john

device(config)# enable read-only-password sam
NOTE
If you forget your Super User password, refer to the Recovering from a lost password on page 69 task.
Syntax: enable { super-user-password | read-only-password | port-config-password} text
Passwords can be up to 32 characters long.
Recovering from a lost password

By default, the CLI does not require passwords. However, if a password has been configured for the device but the password has been
lost, you can regain Super User access to the device using the following procedure.
NOTE
Recovery from a lost password requires direct access to the serial port and a system reset.
1. Start a CLI session over the serial interface to the Brocade device.
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IP address configuration
2. Reboot the device.

3. While the system is booting, before the initial system prompt appears, enter b to enter the boot monitor mode.
4. Enter no password. (You cannot abbreviate this command.)
5. Enter boot. This command causes the device to bypass the system password check.
After the console prompt reappears, assign a new password.
Syntax: [no] password
Syntax: boot
You must configure at least one IP address using the serial connection to the CLI before you can manage the system using the other
management interfaces.
Brocade devices support both classical IP network masks (Class A, B, and C subnet masks, and so on) and Classless Interdomain
Routing (CIDR) network prefix masks.
• To enter a classical IP network mask, enter the mask in IP address format. For example, enter "10.157.22.99 255.255.255.0"
for an IP address with a Class C subnet mask.
• To enter a prefix number for a network mask, enter a forward slash (/) and the number of bits in the mask immediately after the
IP address. For example, enter "10.157.22.99/24" for an IP address that has a network mask with 24 significant ("mask") bits.
By default, the CLI displays network masks in classical IP address format (for example, 255.255.255.0). You can change the display to
the prefix format. Refer to the FastIron Ethernet Switch Administration Guide.
Devices running Layer 2 software

NOTE
The ICX 6430 device supports only switch code. The ICX 6450 device supports both switch and router code.
Use the following procedure to configure an IP address on a device running Layer 2 software.
1. At the opening CLI prompt, enter enable.
device> enable
2. Enter the following command at the Privileged EXEC level prompt, and then press Enter . This command erases the factory test
configuration if still present.
device# erase startup-config
CAUTION
Use the erase startup-config command only for new systems. If you enter this command on a system you have
already configured, the command erases the configuration. If you accidentally do erase the configuration on a
configured system, enter the write memory command to save the running configuration to the startup-config file.
3. Access the global configuration level of the CLI by entering the following command:

device(config)#
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4. Configure the IP address and mask for the device.
device(config)# ip address 10.22.3.44 255.255.255.0
5. Set a default gateway address for the device.
device(config)# ip default-gateway 10.22.3.1
NOTE
You do not need to assign a default gateway address for single subnet networks.
Syntax: [no] ip address { ip-addr ip-mask | ip-addr/mask-bits }
Syntax: [no] ip default-gateway ip-addr
Devices running Layer 3 software

Before attaching equipment to a Brocade ICX 6450 device, you must assign an interface IP address to the subnet on which the router
will be located. You must use the serial connection to assign the first IP address. For subsequent addresses, you also can use the CLI
through Telnet.
By default, you can configure up to 24 IP interfaces on each port, virtual interface, and loopback interface. You can increase this amount
to up to 64 IP subnet addresses per port by increasing the size of the subnet-per-interface table.
The following procedure shows how to add an IP address and mask to a router port.
1. At the opening CLI prompt, enter enable.
device> enable
2. Enter the following command at the CLI Privileged EXEC level prompt, and then press Enter . This command erases the factory
test configuration if still present.
device# erase startup-config
CAUTION
Use the erase startup-config command only for new systems. If you enter this command on a system you have
already configured, the command erases the configuration. If you accidentally do erase the configuration on a
configured system, enter the write memory command to save the running configuration to the startup-config file.
3. Access the global configuration level of the CLI by entering the following command.

Brocade(config)#
4. Configure the IP addresses and mask addresses for the interfaces on the router.
device(config)# interface ethernet 2

device(config)# ip address 10.22.3.44 255.255.255.0
NOTE
You can use the ip address ip-addr/mask-bits command if you know the subnet mask length. In the example in step
4, you could enter ip address 10.22.3.44/24.
Syntax: [no] ip address { ip-addr ip-mask [ secondary ] | ip-addr/mask-bits [ secondary ] }
Use the secondary parameter if you have already configured an IP address within the same subnet on the interface.
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Configuring IP parameters for devices running Layer 3 software

This section describes how to configure IP parameters for devices running Layer 3 software.
Configuring IP addresses
You can configure an IP address on the following types of Layer 3 interfaces:
• Ethernet port
• Virtual routing interface (also called a Virtual Ethernet or "VE")
• Loopback interface
By default, you can have up to 24 IP addresses on each interface, but you can increase this number to 128 IP addresses.
NOTE
Once you configure a virtual routing interface on a VLAN, you cannot configure Layer 3 interface parameters on individual
ports in the VLAN. Instead, you must configure the parameters on the virtual routing interface itself.
Assigning an IP address to an Ethernet port

Enter the following commands to assign an IP address to port 1/1/1.
Brocade(config)# interface ethernet 1/1/1

Brocade(config)# ip address 10.45.6.1 255.255.255.0
You also can enter the IP address and mask in CIDR format, as follows:
Brocade># ip address 10.45.6.1/24
Syntax: [no] ip address { ip-addr ip-mask | ip-addr/mask-bits }
Assigning an IP address to a loopback interface

Loopback interfaces are always up, regardless of the states of physical interfaces. They can add stability to the network because they are
not subject to route flap problems that can occur due to unstable links between a Layer 3 device and other devices. You can configure up
to four loopback interfaces on a Layer 3 device.
You can add up to 24 IP addresses to each loopback interface.
NOTE
If you configure the device to use a loopback interface to communicate with a BGP4 neighbor, you must also configure a
loopback interface on the neighbor and configure the neighbor to use that loopback interface to communicate with the Brocade
device.
To add a loopback interface, enter commands such as those shown in the following example:
Brocade(config)# exit
Brocade(config)# interface loopback 1
Brocade(config)# ip address
10.0.0.1/24
Syntax: interface loopback num
The num parameter specifies the virtual interface number. You can specify from 1 through the maximum number of virtual interfaces
supported on the device. To display the maximum number of virtual interfaces supported on the device, enter the show default values
command.
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Connecting network devices
Assigning an IP address to a virtual routing interface

A virtual interface is a logical port associated with a Layer 3 Virtual LAN (VLAN) configured on a Layer 3 device. You can configure
routing parameters on the virtual interface to enable the Layer 3 device to route protocol traffic from one Layer 3 VLAN to the other,
without using an external router.
NOTE
The device uses the lowest MAC address on the device (the MAC address of port 1 or 1/1/1) as the MAC address for all ports
within all virtual interfaces you configure on the device.
Enter commands similar to the following to add a virtual interface to a VLAN and configure an IP address on the interface.
Brocade(config)# vlan 2 name IP-Subnet_10.1.2.1/24

Brocade(config-vlan-2)# untag 1/1/1 to 1/1/4
Brocade(config-vlan-2)# router-interface ve1
Brocade(config-vlan-2)# interface ve1
Brocade(config-vif-1)# ip address 10.1.2.1/24
The first two commands in this example create a Layer 3 protocol-based VLAN named "IP-Subnet_10.1.2.1/24" and add a range of
untagged ports to the VLAN. The router-interface command creates virtual interface 1 as the routing interface for the VLAN. The last
two commands change to the interface configuration level for the virtual interface and assign an IP address to the interface.
Syntax: router-interface ve num
Syntax: interface ve num
Deleting an IP address
Enter a command similar to the following to delete an IP address.
Brocade(config-if-1/1/1)# no ip address 10.1.2.1
This command deletes IP address 10.1.2.1. You do not need to enter the subnet mask.
To delete all IP addresses from an interface, enter the following command.
Brocade(config-if-1/1/1)# no ip address *
Syntax: [no] ip address { ip-addr | * }

Brocade devices support connections to other vendors’ routers, switches, and hubs, as well other Brocade devices.
Connectors
For port pinouts, refer to the Brocade ICX 6430 and ICX 6450 Stackable Switches Technical Specifications on page 91.
Cable specifications
For information about supported transceivers and cable lengths and types, refer to the product data sheet.
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Connecting to Ethernet or Fast Ethernet hubs

For copper connections to Ethernet hubs, a 10/100Base-TX or 1000Base-T switch, or another Brocade device, a crossover cable is
required (see the figures below). If the hub is equipped with an uplink port, it requires a straight-through cable instead of a crossover
cable.
NOTE
The 802.3ab standard (automatic MDI or MDIX detection) calls for automatic negotiation of the connection between two
1000Base-T ports. In this case, a straight-through cable may work just as well as a crossover cable. For more information
about this feature, refer to the Brocade FastIron Security Configuration Guide.
FIGURE 51 UTP crossover cable
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FIGURE 52 Straight-through cable
Connecting to workstations, servers, or routers

Straight-through UTP cabling is required for direct UTP attachment to workstations, servers, or routers using network interface cards
(NICs).
Fiber cabling is required for direct attachment to Gigabit NICs or switches and routers through fiber ports. Refer to Connecting a network
device to a fiber port on page 75.
Automatic MDI or MDIX detection

All 10/100 and 1000 Mbps Ethernet copper ports on the devices support automatic Media Dependent Interface (MDI) and Media
Dependent Interface Crossover (MDIX) detection. This feature is enabled on all 10/100 and Mbps copper ports by default. For each
port, you can disable auto-MDI or MDIX, designate the port as an MDI port, or designate the port as an MDIX port.
For more information about this feature and how to configure it, refer to the Brocade FastIron Security Configuration Guide.
Connecting a network device to a fiber port

For direct attachment from the device to a Gigabit NIC, switch, or router, using a fiber-optic transceiver, you need fiber cabling with an LC
connector.
To connect the device to another network device using a fiber port, you must perform the following tasks:
• Install a fiber-optic transceiver (SFP or SFP+).
• Cable the fiber-optic transceiver.
For instructions on installing fiber-optic transceivers, refer to Installing a new copper or fiber-optic transceiver on page 87.
For instructions on cabling a fiber-optic transceiver, refer to Cabling a fiber-optic transceiver on page 88.
For instructions on cleaning a fiber-optic module, refer to Cleaning the fiber-optic connectors on page 89.
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Troubleshooting network connections
Troubleshooting network connections

• For the indicated port, verify that both ends of the cabling (at the device and the connected device) are snug.
• Verify that the device and the connected device are both powered on and operating correctly.
• Verify that you have used the correct cable type for the connection:
– For twisted-pair connections to an end node, use straight-through cabling.
– For fiber-optic connections, verify that the transmit port on the device is connected to the receive port on the connected
device, and that the receive port on the device is connected to the transmit port on the connected device.
• Use the CLI to verify that the port has not been disabled through a configuration change. If you have configured an IP address
on the device, you also can use Brocade Network Advisor.
• If the other procedures do not resolve the problem, try using a different port or a different cable.
• If a 1-Gbps optic transceiver is inserted into a ICX 6450 device, you must configure the port using the speed-duplex 1000-
full-master command at the interface level.
Digital optical monitoring

NOTE
10 Gbps optical transceivers are not supported on ICX 6430 devices.
You can configure your device to monitor optical transceivers in the system, either globally or by specified port. When this feature is
enabled, the system monitors the temperature and signal power levels for the optical transceivers in the specified ports. Console
messages and syslog messages are sent when optical operating conditions fall below or rise above the SFP and SFP+ manufacturer’s
recommended thresholds. For more information about digital optical monitoring, refer to the Brocade FastIron Security Configuration
Guide.
Testing connectivity
Test for connectivity by observing the LEDs related to network connection.
Pinging an IP address
To verify that a device can reach another device through the network, enter a command similar to the following at any level of the CLI.
device> ping 10.33.4.7
Syntax: ping ip-addr [ source ip-addr ] [ count num ] [ timeout msec ] [ ttl num ] [ verify ] [ no-fragment ] [ quiet ] [ data 1-to-4 byte
hex#, e.g., abcdef00 ] [ numeric ] [ size byte ] [ brief [ max-print-per-sec num, 0-2047 ] ]
NOTE
If you address the ping to the IP broadcast address, the device lists the first four
responses.
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Observing LEDs
After you install the network cables, you can observe certain LEDs to determine if the network connections are functioning properly. The
following table outlines the LEDs related to the network connections, the desired state of each LED, possible abnormal states of each
LED, and what to do if an LED indicates an abnormal state.
TABLE 14 Network connection-related LED states

LED Desired state Meaning Abnormal state Meaning or action
Ethernet (1-24/48) On or flashing (Green) The port has established a Off A link is not established with
valid link at 10, 100, or the remote port. You can do
1000 Mbps. Flashing the following:
indicates the port is • Verify that the
transmitting and receiving connection to the
user packets. other network
device has been
properly made.
Also, make
certain that the
other network
device is powered
on and operating
correctly.
• Verify that the
port has not been
disabled through
a configuration
change. You can
use the CLI. If
you have
configured an IP
address on the
device, you also
can use the Web
management
interface or
Brocade Network
Advisor.
• If the other
actions do not
resolve the
problem, try
using a different
port or a different
cable.
PoE On (Green) The port is providing PoE Off A link is not established with
power to a connected the PoE device. You can do
(1-24/48) device. the following:
• Verify that the
connection to the
other network
device has been
properly made.
• If the other
actions do not
resolve the
problem, try
using a different
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TABLE 14 Network connection-related LED states (continued)

port or a different
cable.
SFP/SFP+ (X1 - X4) for On or flashing (Green or The SFP+ port is operating Off A link is not established with
ICX 6450 devices Yellow) at 10 Gbps. Flashing green the remote port. You can do
indicates the port is the following:
transmitting and receiving • Verify that the
user packets at 10 Gbps. connection to the
Flashing yellow indicates other network
the port is transmitting and device has been
receiving user packets at 1 properly made.
Gbps. Also, make
certain that the
other network
device is powered
on and operating
correctly.
• Verify that the
transmit port on
the device is
connected to the
receive port on
the other network
device, and that
the receive port
on the device is
connected to the
transmit port on
the other network
device. If you are
not certain,
remove the two
cable connectors
from the port
connector and
reinsert them in
the port
connector,
reversing their
order.
• Dust may have
accumulated in
the cable
connector or port
connector. For
information about
cleaning the
connectors, refer
to Cleaning the
fiber-optic
connectors on
page 89.
• Verify that the
port has not been
disabled through
a configuration
change.
• Ensure that the
SFP+ in both
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ends are of the

same optic type
(for example. SR,
LR, LRM).
• If the other
actions do not
resolve the
problem, try
using a different
port or a different
cable.
SFP (F1 - F4) for ICX On or flashing (Green) The SFP port is operating at Off A link is not established with
6430 devices 1 Gbps. Flashing green the remote port. You can do
indicates the port is the following:
transmitting and receiving • Verify that the
user packets at 1 Gbps. connection to the
other network
device has been
properly made.
Also, make
certain that the
other network
device is powered
on and operating
correctly.
• Verify that the
transmit port on
the device is
connected to the
receive port on
the other network
device, and that
the receive port
on the device is
connected to the
transmit port on
the other network
device. If you are
not certain,
remove the two
cable connectors
from the port
connector and
reinsert them in
the port
connector,
reversing their
order.
• Dust may have
accumulated in
the cable
connector or port
connector. For
information about
cleaning the
connectors, refer
to Cleaning the
fiber-optic
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connectors on
page 89.
• Verify that the
port has not been
disabled through
a configuration
change.
• If the other
actions do not
resolve the
problem, try
using a different
port or a different
cable.
If a problem persists after taking these actions, contact Brocade Technical Support.
Tracing a route
To determine the path through which a Brocade device can reach another device, enter a command similar to the following at any level of
the CLI on the device.
device> traceroute 10.33.4.7
Syntax: traceroute host-ip-addr [ maxttl value ] [ minttl value ] [ numeric ] [ timeout value ] [ source-ip ip-addr ]
The CLI displays trace route information for each hop as soon as the information is received. Traceroute requests display all responses to
a given TTL. In addition, if there are multiple equal-cost routes to the destination, the Brocade device displays up to two responses by
default.
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Managing an ICX 6430 or ICX 6450
Device
• Managing temperature settings...................................................................................................................................................................81
• Displaying CPU usage.....................................................................................................................................................................................84
• Removing MAC address entries..................................................................................................................................................................84
DANGER
Managing temperature settings

The device contains temperature sensors that the software reads based on a configurable device poll time. Except for the ICX 6430-24
model, the device has two automatic speed fan control settings based on the temperature. To protect the device from overheating, the
following temperature threshold levels exist:
• The warning level is the temperature at which the device generates a syslog message. It is configurable up to 83°C.
• The shutdown level is the temperature at which the device reboots. It is set by the device and is not configurable. When the
device temperature reaches the shutdown level, it generates a warning message that the device’s temperature is over the
shutdown level and the device will shut down in five minutes. The system restarts five minutes after the device reaches the
temperature shutdown level.
TABLE 15 Temperature thresholds

Model Warning level temperature threshold Critical (shutdown) temperature threshold
(°C) (°C)
ICX 6430 Brocade recommends setting the warning level 88°C

temperature no higher than 83°C.
ICX 6450
Displaying the temperature

To display the temperature of a device, enter the show chassis command at any level of the CLI. The show chassis command displays
the power supply status and temperature threshold levels for fan speed.
NOTE
The displayed temperature reflects the temperature of the board inside the
device.
Brocade# show chassis
The stack unit 1 chassis info:

Power supply present, status ok
Fanless model
Sensor B Temperature Readings:
Current temperature : 55.0 deg-C
Sensor A Temperature Readings:
Current temperature : 50.0 deg-C
Warning level.......: 76.0 deg-C
Shutdown level......: 83.0 deg-C
Boot Prom MAC : 748e.f8ea.0360
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Management MAC: 748e.f8ea.0360

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Syntax: show chassis
Displaying syslog messages for temperature

The software sends a syslog message and an SNMP trap if the temperature crosses the warning or shutdown thresholds. The following
method describes how to view the system log on the device. If you have configured the device to use a syslog server or SNMP trap
receiver, refer to the documentation for the server or receiver.
To display the system log, enter the show log command at any CLI level.
Brocade# show log
Syslog logging: enabled (0 messages dropped, 0 flushes, 0 overruns)

Buffer logging: level ACDMEINW, 20 messages logged
level code: A=alert C=critical D=debugging M=emergency E=error
I=informational N=notification W=warning
Static Log Buffer:
1d02h07m29s:A:System: Stack unit 1 Temperature 60.0 C degrees, warning level 55.0 C degrees, shutdown level
65.0 C degrees
1d02h07m29s:W:System: Temperature is over warning level on unit 1
Dec 1 10:16:34:A:System: Stack unit 2 Temperature 46.0 C degrees, warning level 70.0 C degrees, shutdown
level 80.0 C degrees
Dec 1 10:16:34:A:System: Temperature on Unit 2 is over shutdown level, system is going to be reset in 2
seconds
Dynamic Log Buffer (50 lines):
0d00h00m53s:I:STP: VLAN 1 Port 1/2/2 Bridge TC Event (FwdDlyExpiry)
0d00h00m53s:I:STP: VLAN 1 Port 1/2/2 STP State -> FORWARDING (FwdDlyExpiry)
0d00h00m37s:I:STP: VLAN 1 Port 1/2/2 STP State -> LEARNING (FwdDlyExpiry)
0d00h00m23s:I:STP: VLAN 1 Port 1/2/4 STP State -> BLOCKING (MakeBlking)
0d00h00m22s:I:System: Interface ethernet 1/2/4, state up
0d00h00m22s:I:STP: VLAN 1 Port 1/2/4 STP State -> LISTENING (MakeFwding)
0d00h00m22s:I:System: Interface ethernet 1/2/3, state up
Syntax: show log
Temperature threshold levels

The fan speed settings are set by the device, and are not configurable. The following table describes the temperature thresholds in
Celsius of the fan speeds for the Brocade devices.
By default, the warning temperature level is 10 degrees less than the critical temperature level. The fan speed is high when the
temperature level for a device reaches a high threshold level. The fan speed is decreased when the temperature reaches a low threshold
level.
NOTE
For the ICX 6430-24 device, the low and high temperature thresholds (TA and TB) are used only for software settings because
the ICX 6430-24 model is a fanless device. There are no fan speed control settings on the ICX 6430-24 device.
TABLE 16 Temperature thresholds

Model Low limit temperature High limit temperature Critical (shutdown) temperature
TA (°C) TB (°C) TC (°C)
ICX 6430-24 N/A N/A 88
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TABLE 16 Temperature thresholds (continued)

Model Low limit temperature High limit temperature Critical (shutdown) temperature
TA (°C) TB (°C) TC (°C)

ICX 6430-24P 60 65 82
ICX 6430-48 56 61 81
ICX 6430-48P 58 63 79
ICX 6450-24 66 71 83
ICX 6450-24P 59 64 88
ICX 6450-48 64 69 76
ICX 6450-48P 56 61 79
Changing the temperature warning level

To change the temperature at which the device sends a syslog message and an SNMP trap, enter a command similar to the following at
the Privileged EXEC level of the CLI.
Brocade# temperature warning 1 82
Syntax: temperature warning stack-idvalue
The stack-id can be a value from 1 through 8.
The value variable is the temperature warning level, in Celsius. You cannot set this level higher than 83°C . The temperature warning level
must be at least five degrees Celsius less than the temperature shutdown level, which is automatically set by the device.
The following console and syslog message is displayed when the temperature reaches the warning level:
!!! Temperature is over warning level on stack unit 1!!!
Temperature shutdown levels

When the temperature crosses the critical (shutdown) threshold levels, the device will reset after 5 minutes. The following console and
syslog message is displayed:
!!! Temperature is over shutdown level, please shutdown your stack unit 1 to avoid hw damage!!!
NOTE
Brocade recommends that you shut down your stack unit to avoid any hardware damage.
Changing the temperature poll time

By default, the software polls the temperature sensor every 60 seconds to get the current temperature. This poll rate is controlled by the
device poll time, which also controls how often the software polls other system components.
To change the poll time, enter a command similar to the following at the global CONFIG level.
Brocade(config)# chassis poll-time 200
Syntax: chassis poll-time value
The value variable can be from 0 through 65535 seconds.
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Displaying CPU usage
Displaying CPU usage

You can display the amount of the CPU in use. To do so, enter the show cpu command at any level of the CLI.
Brocade# show cpu
20 percent busy, from 318 sec ago

1 sec avg: 2 percent busy
Syntax: show cpu
Removing MAC address entries

You can remove the following types of learned MAC address entries from the system MAC address table:
• All MAC address entries
• All MAC address entries for a specified Ethernet port
• All MAC address entries for a specified VLAN
• A specified MAC address entry in all VLANs
For example, to remove entries for the MAC address 00-00-00 in all VLANs, enter the following command at the Privileged EXEC level
of the CLI.
Brocade# clear mac-address 00-00-00
Syntax: clear mac-address [ mac-address | ethernet port-num | vlan number ]
If you enter the clear mac-address command without any parameters, the software removes all MAC entries.
Use the mac-address variable to remove a specified MAC address from all VLANs. Specify the MAC address in the following format:
HHHH.HHHH.HHHH.
Use the ethernet port-num parameter to remove all MAC addresses for a specified Ethernet port.
Use the vlan number parameter to remove all MAC addresses for a specified VLAN.
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Hardware Maintenance and Replacement
• Hardware maintenance schedule................................................................................................................................................................ 85
• Copper or fiber-optic module replacement............................................................................................................................................ 85
Hardware maintenance schedule

DANGER
The ICX 6430 and ICX 6450 devices require minimal maintenance for their hardware components. However, Brocade recommends
cleaning the fiber-optic connectors on a fiber-optic port and the connected fiber cable each time you disconnect the cable.
Copper or fiber-optic module replacement

You can replace the copper and fiber-optic modules (SFP transceivers). You can remove an SFP transceiver from a slot and replace it
with a new one while the ICX 6430 or ICX 6450 device is powered on and running.
Removing a copper or fiber-optic module

You can remove a copper or fiber SFP transceiver from a slot while the ICX 6430 or ICX 6450 device is powered on and running.
While removing a copper or fiber-optic module, be sure to wear an ESD wrist strap with a plug that can be inserted in the ESD connector
on the ICX 6430 or ICX 6450 device.
DANGER
For safety reasons, the ESD wrist strap should contain a series 1 megaohm resistor.
To remove a copper or fiber-optic module from an SFP slot, do the following.
1. Put on the ESD wrist strap and ground yourself by attaching the clip end to a metal surface (such as an equipment rack).
2. Disconnect the copper or fiber cable connector from the port connector.
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3. Unlock the copper or fiber-optic module by pulling the bail latch forward, away from the front panel of the module. This unlocks
the module from the front panel.
NOTE
On 1000Base-SX ports, the bail latch is enclosed in a black sleeve, and on 1000Base-LX ports, the bail latch is
enclosed in a blue sleeve.
FIGURE 53 Unlocking the bail latch
1. Bail latch
NOTE
The bail latch may be attached to either the top or the bottom of the SFP transceiver.
4. Grasp the bail latch and pull the copper or fiber-optic module out of the port.
FIGURE 54 Removing the fiber-optic module
5. Store the copper or fiber-optic module in a safe, static-free place or in an anti-static bag.
6. Install a new copper or fiber-optic module in the port.
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Installing a new copper or fiber-optic transceiver

You can install a new fiber-optic transceiver in an SFP or SFP+ slot while the device is powered on and running.
While installing a transceiver, wear an ESD wrist strap with a plug that can be inserted in the ESD connector on the ICX 6430 or ICX
6450 device.
NOTE
If the E1MG-TX SFP transceiver is inserted into the ICX 6450 device, the link may go down on the fiber ports. This is seen
during bootup or speed change from 10-Gbps to 1-Gbps port speed. The workaround is to disable the port and then re-
enable the port through the CLI, or unplug and plug in the cable.
DANGER
DANGER
Perform the following steps to install a fiber-optic transceiver.
1. Put on the ESD wrist strap and ground yourself by attaching the clip end to a metal surface (such as an equipment rack) to act
as ground.
2. Remove the new transceiver from the protective packaging.
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3. Gently insert the transceiver into the slot until it clicks into place. Transceivers are keyed to prevent incorrect insertion.
FIGURE 55 Installing a transceiver
1. Transceiver
Cabling a fiber-optic transceiver

Perform the following steps to cable a fiber-optic transceiver.
1. Remove the protective covering from the fiber-optic port connectors and store the covering for future use.
NOTE
Before cabling a fiber-optic transceiver, Brocade strongly recommends cleaning the cable connectors and the port
connectors.
2. Gently insert the cable connector (a tab on each connector should face upward) into the transceiver connector until the tabs lock
into place.
3. Observe the link and active LEDs to determine if the network connections are functioning properly. For more information about
the LED indicators, refer to Observing LEDs on page 77.
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Cleaning the fiber-optic connectors

To avoid problems with the connection between the fiber-optic transceiver (SFP, SFP+, or mini-GBIC) and the fiber cable connectors,
Brocade strongly recommends cleaning both connectors each time you disconnect and reconnect them. Dust can accumulate in the
connectors and cause problems, such as reducing the optic launch power.
To clean the fiber cable connectors, Brocade recommends using a fiber-optic reel-type cleaner. When not using an SFP connector, make
sure to keep the protective covering in place.
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Brocade ICX 6430 and ICX 6450
Stackable Switches Technical
Specifications
This document highlights the features and specifications for the Brocade ICX 6430 and ICX 6450 stackable switches.
System specifications
System component Description
Enclosure 1U; stackable and fanless models; approximately 17 inches wide and 1.7 inches tall
Power inlet C14
Power supplies Integrated AC power supply for system and PoE power
External 1500 W AC power supply for redundant system power and extended PoE power
Fans ICX 6430-24: Fanless
ICX 6430-48, ICX 6450-24, and ICX 6450-48: One fan per device
ICX 6430-24P, ICX 6430-48P, and ICX 6450-24P: Two fans per device
ICX 6450-48P: Three fans per device

Cooling Side-to-back airflow or free air circulation (fanless - ICX 6430-24)
System architecture ICX 6430: 4 stackable
ICX 6450: 8 stackable
Ethernet
Ethernet ports 24- and 48-port 10/100/1000 Mbps models and 1 Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) or 10 GbE dual-purpose uplink/
stacking ports with or without PoE/PoE+
Management interface Out-of-band management interface (RJ-45 port)
LEDs
Port status LEDs Ethernet: Indicates Ethernet link status and speed
PoE/PoE+: Indicates if a port is providing PoE or PoE+ power to a connected device
SFP/SFP+: Indicates status and speed for SFP/SFP+ ports
Out-of-band management port: Indicates out-of-band management port status and speed
Power status LEDs Bicolor LED (green/amber): Indicates the internal power status
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Other

System status LEDs EPS1 and EPS2: Indicates if the external power supplies (EPS) are operating normally
Power (PWR): Indicates the power supply status
Diagnostic (Diag): Indicates the system self-diagnostic test progress
MS (Stacking configuration): Indicates the device is the active controller
Uplink and Downlink: Indicates the port status
Other
Serial cable RJ-45 console cable

RJ-45 connector 24 or 48 RJ-45 ports that operate at 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps half or full duplex, or at 1000 Mbps full duplex
Weight and physical dimensions

Model Height Width Depth Weight (empty) Weight (fully loaded)
ICX 6430-24 4.3 cm 44.3 cm 24 cm 3.4 kg 4 kg
1.7 inches 17.4 inches 9.4 inches 7.6 lb 9 lb

ICX 6430-48 4.3 cm 44.3 cm 37 cm 5 kg 6 kg
1.7 inches 17.4 inches 14.6 inches 11 lb 13 lb

ICX 6430-24P 4.3 cm 44.3 cm 24 cm 4.6 kg 5.5 kg
1.7 inches 17.4 inches 9.4 inches 10 lb 11.6 lb

ICX 6430-48P 4.3 cm 44.3 cm 37 cm 6.2 kg 7 kg
1.7 inches 17.4 inches 14.6 inches 13.8 lb 15.6 lb

ICX 6450-24 4.3 cm 44.3 cm 24 cm 3.3 kg 4.2 kg

ICX 6450-48 4.3 cm 44.3 cm 37 cm 5 kg 6 kg

ICX 6450-24P 4.3 cm 44.3 cm 24 cm 4.5 kg 5.2 kg

ICX 6450-48P 4.3 cm 44.3 cm 37 cm 6.4 kg 7.4 kg
Environmental requirements
Condition Operational Non-operational
Ambient temperature 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F) -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)
Relative humidity (non- 5% to 95% at 40°C (104°F) 0% to 95% at 70°C (158°F)
condensing)
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Power consumption (maximum configuration)
Condition Operational Non-operational

Altitude (above sea level) 0 to 3000 m (10,000 feet) 0 to 3000 m (10,000 feet)
Shock IEC 68-2-27 N/A
IEC 68-2-32
Vibration IEC 68-2-36 N/A
IEC 68-2-6
Heat dissipation ICX 6430-24: 67 BTU/hr N/A
ICX 6430-24P: 104 BTU/hr
ICX 6430-48: 128 BTU/hr
ICX 6430-48P: 132 BTU/hr
ICX 6450-24: 124 BTU/hr
ICX 6450-24P: 129 BTU/hr
ICX 6450-48: 186 BTU/hr
ICX 6450-48P: 192 BTU/hr

Operating noise ICX 6430-24: fanless (ambient) N/A
ICX 6430-24P: 39.2 dB
ICX 6430-48: 37.2 dB
ICX 6430-48P: 39.3 dB
ICX 6450-24: 37.9 dB
ICX 6450-24P: 39.2 dB
ICX 6450-48: 37.2 dB
ICX 6450-48P: 55.5 dB
Power supply specifications (per PSU)

Power supply Maximum output Input voltage Input line Maximum input Input line Maximum inrush
model power rating (DC) frequency current protection current
ICX 6430-24 36 Watts 100 - 240 VAC 50/60 Hz 0.9 A Line fused 250 A maximum
at 220 VAC, 25°C
ICX 6430-24P 525 Watts 100 - 240 VAC 50/60 Hz 6A
cold start
ICX 6430-48 65 Watts 100 - 240 VAC 50/60 Hz 1.5 A
ICX 6450-24 65 Watts 100 - 240 VAC 50/60 Hz 1.5 A
ICX 6450-48 100 Watts 100 - 240 VAC 50/60 Hz 2A
ICX 6450-48P 880 Watts 100 - 240 VAC 50/60 Hz 10 A
Power consumption (maximum configuration)

Maximum: Fully configure all ports with 100% traffic throughput and maximum Power over Ethernet (PoE) load.
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Data port specifications (Ethernet)
NOTE
The Brocade ICX 6430 and ICX 6450 stackable switches do not support -48 VDC input power.
Model name @100 VAC input @200 VAC input @-48 VDC input Minimum number of Notes
power supplies
ICX 6430-24 0.9 A 0.375 A N/A 1
24.16 W
82.44 BTU/hr
ICX 6430-24P 6A 2.5 A N/A 1
494.66 W
1687.83 BTU/hr
ICX 6430-48 1.5 A 0.625 A N/A 1
47.26 W
161.26 BTU/hr
ICX 6430-48P 6A 2.5 A N/A 1
508.83 W
1736.2 BTU/hr
ICX 6450-24 1.5 A 0.625 A N/A 1
46.62 W
159.07 BTU/hr
ICX 6450-24P 6A 2.5 A N/A 1
505.37 W
1724.38 BTU/hr
ICX 6450-48 2A 0.833 A N/A 1
68.88 W
235.03 BTU/hr
ICX 6450-48P 10 A 4.167 A N/A 1
958.02 W
3268.9 BTU/hr
Data port specifications (Ethernet)

Model Port type Number of ports Description
ICX 6430-24 10/100/1000 24 24-port 1 GbE switch, 4×1 GbE SFP uplink/stacking ports, fanless
Mbps (RJ-45
ports)
ICX 6430-24P PoE+ ports (with 24 24-port 1 GbE switch PoE+, 4×1 GbE SFP uplink/stacking ports
internal and
external power
supplies)
ICX 6430-48 10/100/1000 48 48-port 1 GbE switch, 4×1 GbE SFP uplink/stacking ports
Mbps (RJ-45
ports)
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Regulatory compliance (EMC)
Model Port type Number of ports Description

ICX 6430-48P PoE+ ports (with 48 48-port 1 GbE switch PoE+, 4×1 GbE SFP uplink/stacking ports
internal and
external power
supplies)
ICX 6450-24 10/100/1000 24 24-port 1 GbE switch, 2×1 GbE SFP+ (upgradable to 10 GbE) and 2×1 GbE/10
Mbps (RJ-45 GbE SFP+ uplink/stacking ports
ports)
ICX 6450-24P PoE+ ports (with 24 24-port 1 GbE switch PoE+, 2×1 GbE SFP+ (upgradable to 10 GbE) and 2×1
internal and GbE/10 GbE SFP+ uplink/stacking ports
external power
supplies)
ICX 6450-48 10/100/1000 48 48-port 1 GbE switch, 2×1 GbE SFP+ (upgradable to 10 GbE) and 2×1 GbE/10
Mbps (RJ-45 GbE SFP+ uplink/stacking ports
ports)
ICX 6450-48P PoE+ ports (with 48 48-port 1 GbE switch PoE+, 2×1 GbE SFP+ (upgradable to 10 GbE) and 2×1
internal and GbE/10 GbE SFP+ uplink/stacking ports
external power
supplies)
Serial port specifications (pinout RJ-45)

Pin Signal Description
1 Not supported N/A

2 Not supported N/A
3 UART1_TXD Transmit data
4 GND Logic ground
5 GND Logic ground
6 UART1_RXD Receive data
7 Not supported N/A
8 Not supported N/A
Serial port specifications (protocol)

Parameter Value
Baud 9600 bps

Data bits 8
Parity None
Stop bits 1
Flow control None
Regulatory compliance (EMC)

• FCC Part 15, Subpart B (Class A)
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Regulatory compliance (safety)
• EN 55022 (CE mark) (Class A)

• EN 55024 (CE mark) (Immunity) for Information Technology Equipment
• ICES-003 (Canada) (Class A)
• AS/NZ 55022 (Australia) (Class A)
• VCCI (Japan) (Class A)
• EN 61000-3-2
• EN 61000-3-3
• EN 61000-6-1
Regulatory compliance (safety)

• CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1-07/UL60950-1 - Safety of Information Technology Equipment
• EN 60825-1 Safety of Laser Products - Part 1: Equipment Classification, Requirements and User's Guide
• EN 60825-2 Safety of Laser Products - Part 2: Safety of Optical Fibre Communications Systems
• EN 60950-1, IEC 60950-1 Safety of Information Technology Equipment
Regulatory compliance (environmental)

• 2011/65/EU - Restriction of the use of certain hazardous substance in electrical and electronic equipment (EU RoHS)
• 2012/19/EU - Waste electrical and electronic equipment (EU WEEE)
• 94/62/EC - packaging and packaging waste (EU)
• 2006/66/EC - batteries and accumulators and waste batteries and accumulators (EU battery directive)
• 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 18 December 2006 concerning the Registration, Evaluation,
Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (EU REACH)
• Section 1502 of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act of 2010 - U.S. Conflict Minerals
• 30/2011/TT-BCT - Vietnam circular.
• SJ/T 11363-2006 Requirements for Concentration Limits for Certain Hazardous Substances in EIPs (China)
• SJ/T 11364-2006 Marking for the Control of Pollution Caused by EIPs (China)
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Troubleshooting
• Diagnosing switch indicators........................................................................................................................................................................ 97
Diagnosing switch indicators

TABLE 17 Troubleshooting chart
Symptom Action
Power LED is Off • Check if internal power supply is disconnected.

• Check connections between the device, the power cord, and the
wall outlet.
• Contact Technical Support.
Power LED is Amber Internal power supply has failed. Contact Technical Support.
Diag LED is Amber • The device self test has detected a fault.
• Power cycle the device to try and clear the condition. If the
condition persists, contact Technical Support.
Link LED is Off • Verify that the device and attached device are powered on.
• Be sure the cable is plugged into both the device and the
corresponding device.
• Verify that the proper cable type is used and its length does not
exceed specified limits.
• Check the adapter on the attached device and cable
connections for possible defects. Replace the defective adapter
or cable if necessary.
Installation
Verify that all system components have been properly installed. If one or more components appear to be malfunctioning (such as the
power cord or network cabling), test them in an alternate environment where you are sure that all the other components are functioning
properly.
Power and cooling problems

If the power indicator does not turn on when the power cord is plugged in, you may have a problem with the power outlet, power cord, or
internal power supply. However, if the unit powers off after running for a while, check for loose power connections, power losses or surges
at the power outlet, and use the show chassis command to verify that the temperature is below the shutdown threshold. If you still cannot
isolate the problem, then the internal power supply may be defective. In this case, contact Technical Support for assistance.
In-band access
You can access the management agent in the device from anywhere within the attached network using Telnet, or other network
management software. However, you must first configure the device with a valid IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway. If you
have trouble establishing a link to the management agent, check to see if you have a valid network connection. Then verify that you
entered the correct IP address. Also, be sure the port through which you are connecting to the device has not been disabled. If it has not
been disabled, then check the network cabling that runs between your remote location and the device.
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Regulatory Statements
• CE Statement...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 99
• China ROHS........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 99
• BSMI statement (Taiwan)................................................................................................................................................................................99
• Canadian requirements................................................................................................................................................................................ 100
• China CC statement.......................................................................................................................................................................................100
• Europe and Australia (CISPR 22 Class A Warning)......................................................................................................................... 101
• FCC warning (US only)................................................................................................................................................................................. 101
• Germany.............................................................................................................................................................................................................101
• KCC statement (Republic of Korea).........................................................................................................................................................101
• VCCI statement............................................................................................................................................................................................... 101
CE Statement
ATTENTION
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product might cause radio interference, and the user might be
required to take corrective measures.
The standards compliance label on this device contains the CE mark which indicates that this system conforms to the provisions of the
following European Council directives, laws, and standards:
• Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive 2004/108/EEC
• Low Voltage Directive (LVD) 2006/95/EC
• EN50082-2/EN55024:1998 (European Immunity Requirements)
– EN61000-3-2/JEIDA (European and Japanese Harmonics Spec)
– EN61000-3-3
China ROHS
Refer to the latest revision of the China ROHS document (P/N 53‐1000428‐xx) which ships with the product.
BSMI statement (Taiwan)
Warning:
This is Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to
take adequate measures.
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Canadian requirements
Canadian requirements
This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations, ICES-003 Class A.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
China CC statement
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VCCI statement
Europe and Australia (CISPR 22 Class A Warning)

This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to
take adequate measures.
FCC warning (US only)

This equipment has been tested and complies with the limits for a Class A computing device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, might cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause
harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at the user’s own expense.
Germany
Machine noise information regulation - 3. GPSGV, the highest sound pressure level value is 70.0 dB(A) in accordance with EN ISO
7779.
Maschinenlärminformations-Verordnung - 3. GPSGV, der höchste Schalldruckpegel beträgt 70.0 dB(A) gemäss EN ISO 7779.
KCC statement (Republic of Korea)
Class A device (Broadcasting Communication Device for Office Use): This device obtained EMC registration for office use (Class A), and
may be used in places other than home. Sellers and/or users need to take note of this.
VCCI statement
This is a Class A product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Information Technology Equipment
(VCCI). If this equipment is used in a domestic environment, radio disturbance might arise. When such trouble occurs, the user might be
required to take corrective actions.
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Cautions and Danger Notices
• Cautions..............................................................................................................................................................................................................103
• Danger Notices................................................................................................................................................................................................105
Cautions
A Caution statement alerts you to situations that can be potentially hazardous to you or cause damage to hardware, firmware, software, or
data.
Ein Vorsichthinweis warnt Sie vor potenziellen Personengefahren oder Beschädigung der Hardware, Firmware, Software oder auch vor
einem möglichen Datenverlust
Un message de mise en garde vous alerte sur des situations pouvant présenter un risque potentiel de dommages corporels ou de
dommages matériels, logiciels ou de perte de données.
Un mensaje de precaución le alerta de situaciones que pueden resultar peligrosas para usted o causar daños en el hardware, el firmware,
el software o los datos.
General cautions
CAUTION
VORSICHT Das Gerät darf nicht in einer Umgebung mit einer Umgebungsbetriebstemperatur von über 40°C (104°F) installiert werden.
MISE EN GARDE N'installez pas le dispositif dans un environnement où la température d'exploitation ambiante risque de dépasser 40°C
(104°F).
PRECAUCIÓN No instale el instrumento en un entorno en el que la temperatura ambiente de operación pueda exceder los 40°C (104°F).
CAUTION
Make sure the airflow around the front, sides, and back of the device is not
restricted.
VORSICHT Stellen Sie sicher, dass an der Vorderseite, den Seiten und an der Rückseite der Luftstrom nicht behindert wird.
MISE EN GARDE Vérifiez que rien ne restreint la circulation d'air devant, derrière et sur les côtés du dispositif et qu'elle peut se faire librement.
PRECAUCIÓN Asegúrese de que el flujo de aire en las inmediaciones de las partes anterior, laterales y posterior del instrumento no esté
restringido.
CAUTION
VORSICHT Lassen Sie keine Werkzeuge im Chassis zurück.

MISE EN GARDE Ne laissez jamais d'outils à l'intérieur du châssis
PRECAUCIÓN No deje nunca herramientas en el interior del chasis.
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Cautions
CAUTION
Changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
VORSICHT Falls dieses Gerät verändert oder modifiziert wird, ohne die ausdrückliche Genehmigung der für die Einhaltung der
Anforderungen verantwortlichen Partei einzuholen, kann dem Benutzer der weitere Betrieb des Gerätes untersagt werden.
MISE EN GARDE Les éventuelles modifications apportées à cet équipement sans avoir été expressément approuvées par la partie responsable
d'en évaluer la conformité sont susceptibles d'annuler le droit de l'utilisateur à utiliser cet équipement.
PRECAUCIÓN Si se realizan cambios o modificaciones en este dispositivo sin la autorización expresa de la parte responsable del
cumplimiento de las normas, la licencia del usuario para operar este equipo puede quedar anulada.
CAUTION
Ensure that adequate ventilation is provided for the system. A 3 cm clearance is recommended above the device and 8 cm
clearance is recommended on each side.
VORSICHT Stellen Sie sicher, dass das System ausreichend belüftet wird. Über dem Gerät wird 3 cm Freiraum, auf beiden Seiten jeweils
8 cm Freiraum empfohlen.
MISE EN GARDE Assurez-vous que le circuit est correctement ventilé. Il est recommandé de conserver un espace de 3 cm au-dessus du
dispositif, et de 8 cm sur chaque côté.
PRECAUCIÓN Asegúrese de proporcionar una ventilación adecuada al sistema. Se recomienda dejar 3 cm de espacio libre por encima del
dispositivo y 8 cm a cada lado.
CAUTION
Use the erase startup-config command only for new systems. If you enter this command on a system you have already
configured, the command erases the configuration. If you accidentally do erase the configuration on a configured system,
enter the write memory command to save the running configuration to the startup-config file.
VORSICHT Verwenden Sie den Befehl Erase startup-config (Löschen Startup-Konfig) nur für neue Systeme. Wenn Sie diesen Befehl in
ein bereits konfiguriertes System eingeben, löscht der Befehl die Konfiguration. Falls Sie aus Versehen die Konfiguration eines
bereits konfigurierten Systems löschen, geben Sie den BefehlWrite Memory (Speicher schreiben) ein, um die laufende
Konfiguration in der Startup-Konfig-Datei zu speichern.
MISE EN GARDE N'utilisez la commande erase startup-config que pour les nouveaux systèmes. Si vous entrez cette commande sur un
système que vous avez déjà configuré, elle efface la configuration. Si vous effacez la configuration par accident sur un
système configuré, entrez la commande write memory pour enregistrer la configuration actuelle dans le fichier startup-config.
PRECAUCIÓN Use el comando erase startup-config (borrar configuración de inicio) para sistemas nuevos solamente. Si usted introduce
este comando en un sistema que ya ha configurado, el comando borrará la configuración. Si usted borra accidentalmente la
configuración en un sistema ya configurado, introduzca el comando write memory (escribir memoria) para guardar la
configuración en ejecución en el archivo startup-config.
Electrical cautions
CAUTION
Use a separate branch circuit for each power cord, which provides redundancy in case one of the circuits fails.
VORSICHT Es empfiehlt sich die Installation eines separaten Stromkreiszweiges für jede Elektroschnur als Redundanz im Fall des Ausfalls
eines Stromkreises.
MISE EN GARDE Utilisez un circuit de dérivation différent pour chaque cordon d’alimentation ainsi, il y aura un circuit redondant en cas de
panne d’un des circuits.
PRECAUCIÓN Use un circuito derivado separado para cada cordón de alimentación, con lo que se proporcionará redundancia en caso de
que uno de los circuitos falle.
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Danger Notices
CAUTION
VORSICHT Stromkreise, Verdrahtung und Überlastschutz dürfen nicht durch das Gerät überbelastet werden. Addieren Sie die
Nennstromleistung (in Ampere) aller Geräte, die am selben Stromkreis wie das Gerät installiert sind. Somit können Sie
feststellen, ob die Gefahr einer Überbelastung der Versorgungsstromkreise vorliegt. Vergleichen Sie diese Summe mit der
Nennstromgrenze des Stromkreises. Die Höchstnennströme (in Ampere) stehen normalerweise auf der Geräterückseite
neben den Eingangsstromanschlüssen.
MISE EN GARDE Assurez-vous que le dispositif ne risque pas de surcharger les circuits d'alimentation, le câblage et la protection de
surintensité. Pour déterminer le risque de surcharge des circuits d'alimentation, additionnez l'intensité nominale (ampères) de
tous les dispositifs installés sur le même circuit que le dispositif en question. Comparez alors ce total avec la limite de charge
du circuit. L'intensité nominale maximum en ampères est généralement imprimée sur chaque dispositif près des connecteurs
d'entrée d'alimentation.
PRECAUCIÓN Verifique que el instrumento no sobrecargue los circuitos de corriente, el cableado y la protección para sobrecargas. Para
determinar la posibilidad de sobrecarga en los circuitos de suministros, añada las capacidades nominales de corriente (amp)
de todos los instrumentos instalados en el mismo circuito que el instrumento. Compare esta suma con el límite nominal para
el circuito. Las capacidades nominales de corriente máximas están generalmente impresas en los instrumentos, cerca de los
conectores de corriente de entrada.
CAUTION
VORSICHT Bevor Sie ein Kabel in einen Anschluss einstecken, entladen Sie jegliche im Kabel vorhandene elektrische Spannung, indem
Sie mit den elektrischen Kontakten eine geerdete Oberfläche berühren.
MISE EN GARDE Avant de brancher un câble à un port, assurez-vous de décharger la tension du câble en reliant les contacts électriques à la
terre.
PRECAUCIÓN Antes de conectar un cable en cualquier puerto, asegúrese de descargar la tensión acumulada en el cable tocando la
superficie de conexión a tierra con los contactos eléctricos.
Danger Notices
A Danger statement indicates conditions or situations that can be potentially lethal or extremely hazardous to you. Safety labels are also
attached directly to products to warn of these conditions or situations.
Ein Gefahrenhinweis warnt vor Bedingungen oder Situationen die tödlich sein können oder Sie extrem gefährden können.
Sicherheitsetiketten sind direkt auf den jeweiligen Produkten angebracht um vor diesen Bedingungen und Situationen zu warnen.
Un paragraphe Danger indique des conditions ou des situations potentiellement mortelles ou extrêmement dangereuses. Des labels de
sécurité sont posés directement sur le produit et vous avertissent de ces conditions ou situations
Una advertencia de peligro indica condiciones o situaciones que pueden resultar potencialmente letales o extremadamente peligrosas.
También habrá etiquetas de seguridad pegadas directamente sobre los productos para advertir de estas condiciones o situaciones.
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Danger Notices
General dangers
DANGER
GEFAHR Die Vorgehensweisen in diesem Handbuch sind für qualifiziertes Servicepersonal bestimmt.
DANGER Les procédures décrites dans ce manuel doivent être effectuées par un personnel de maintenance qualifié.
PELIGRO Los procedimientos de este manual deben llevarlos a cabo técnicos cualificados.
Electrical dangers
DANGER
GEFAHR Vor der Installation siehe Vorsichtsmaßnahmen unter “Power Precautions” (Vorsichtsmaßnahmen in Bezug auf elektrische
Ablagen).
DANGER Avant de commencer l'installation, consultez les précautions décrites dans “Power Precautions” (Précautions quant à
l'alimentation).
PELIGRO Antes de comenzar la instalación, consulte las precauciones en la sección “Power Precautions” (Precauciones sobre corriente).
DANGER
GEFAHR Ziehen Sie das Stromkabel aus allen Stromquellen, um sicherzustellen, dass dem Gerät kein Strom zugeführt wird.
DANGER Débranchez le cordon d'alimentation de toutes les sources d'alimentation pour couper complètement l'alimentation du
dispositif.
PELIGRO Para desconectar completamente la corriente del instrumento, desconecte el cordón de corriente de todas las fuentes de
corriente.
DANGER
GEFAHR Falls für die Installation ein anderes Stromkabel erforderlich ist (wenn das mit dem Gerät gelieferte Kabel nicht passt), müssen
Sie sicherstellen, dass Sie ein Stromkabel mit dem Siegel einer Sicherheitsbehörde verwenden, die für die Zertifizierung von
Stromkabeln in Ihrem Land zuständig ist. Das Siegel ist Ihre Garantie, dass das Stromkabel sicher mit Ihrem Gerät verwendet
werden kann.
DANGER Si l'installation nécessite un cordon d'alimentation autre que celui fourni avec le dispositif, assurez-vous d'utiliser un cordon
d'alimentation portant la marque de l'organisation responsable de la sécurité qui définit les normes et régulations pour les
cordons d'alimentation dans votre pays. Cette marque vous assure que vous pouvez utiliser le cordon d'alimentation avec le
dispositif en toute sécurité.
PELIGRO Si la instalación requiere un cordón de corriente distinto al que se ha suministrado con el instrumento, verifique que usa un
cordón de corriente que venga con la marca de la agencia de seguridad que defina las regulaciones para cordones de
corriente en su país. Esta marca será su garantía de que el cordón de corriente puede ser utilizado con seguridad con el
instrumento.
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Danger Notices
DANGER
GEFAHR Aus Sicherheitsgründen sollte ein EGB-Armband zum Schutz von elektronischen gefährdeten Bauelementen mit einem 1
Megaohm-Reihenwiderstand ausgestattet sein.
DANGER Pour des raisons de sécurité, la dragonne ESD doit contenir une résistance de série 1 méga ohm.
PELIGRO Por razones de seguridad, la correa de muñeca ESD deberá contener un resistor en serie de 1 mega ohmio.
DANGER
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.
GEFAHR Es besteht Explosionsgefahr, wenn ein unzulässiger Batterietyp eingesetzt wird.
Verbrauchte Batterien sind entsprechend den geltenden Vorschriften zu entsorgen.

DANGER Risque d'explosion en cas de remplacement de la pile par un modèle incorrect.
Débarrassez-vous des piles usagées conformément aux instructions.

PELIGRO Riesgo de explosión si se sustituye la batería por una de tipo incorrecto.
Deshágase de las baterías usadas de acuerdo con las instrucciones.
Dangers related to equipment weight

DANGER
GEFAHR Stellen Sie sicher, dass das Gestell für die Unterbringung des Geräts auf angemessene Weise gesichert ist, so dass das
Gestell oder der Schrank nicht wackeln oder umfallen kann.
DANGER Vérifiez que le bâti abritant le dispositif est bien fixé afin qu'il ne devienne pas instable ou qu'il ne risque pas de tomber.
PELIGRO Verifique que el bastidor que alberga el instrumento está asegurado correctamente para evitar que pueda hacerse inestable o
que caiga.
DANGER
GEFAHR Montieren Sie die Geräte im Gestell so tief wie möglich. Platzieren Sie das schwerste Gerät ganz unten, während leichtere
Geräte je nach Gewicht (je schwerer desto tiefer) darüber untergebracht werden.
DANGER Montez les dispositifs que vous installez dans un bâti aussi bas que possible. Placez le dispositif le plus lourd en bas et le plus
léger en haut, en plaçant tous les dispositifs progressivement de bas en haut du plus lourd au plus léger.
PELIGRO Monte los instrumentos que instale en un bastidor lo más bajos posible. Ponga el instrumento más pesado en la parte inferior
y los instrumentos progresivamente más livianos más arriba.
Laser dangers
DANGER
GEFAHR Alle Glasfaser-Schnittstellen verwenden Laser der Klasse 1.

DANGER Toutes les interfaces en fibres optiques utilisent des lasers de classe 1.
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Danger Notices
PELIGRO Todas las interfaces de fibra óptica utilizan láser de clase 1.
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HARDWARE INSTALLATION GUIDE

Brocade ICX 6430 and ICX 6450

Part Number: 53-1003617-03

About This Document..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 11

ICX 6430 and ICX 6450 Overview.............................................................................................................................................................................. 13

ICX 6430 and ICX 6450 Installation........................................................................................................................................................................... 25

ICX 6400–EPS1500 Installation..................................................................................................................................................................................49

Configuring an ICX 6430 or ICX 6450 Device..........................................................................................................................................................67

Managing an ICX 6430 or ICX 6450 Device............................................................................................................................................................. 81

Hardware Maintenance and Replacement.................................................................................................................................................................. 85

Cautions and Danger Notices..................................................................................................................................................................................... 103

Notes, cautions, and warnings

Text formatting conventions

Identifies keywords and operands.

Identifies the names of GUI elements.

Identifies text to enter in the GUI.

Identifies document titles.

Identifies command syntax examples.

Command syntax conventions

Default responses to system prompts are enclosed in square brackets.

Contacting Brocade Technical Support

Brocade OEM customers

What’s new in this document

ICX 6430 models

FIGURE 1 ICX 6430-48 and ICX 6430-48P front panels

FIGURE 2 ICX 6430-24 front panel

FIGURE 3 ICX 6430-24P front panel

FIGURE 4 ICX 6430-24 and ICX 6430-48P rear panels

FIGURE 5 ICX 6430-24 rear panel

FIGURE 6 ICX 6430-48 rear panel

ICX 6450 models

FIGURE 7 ICX 6450-24 and ICX 6450-24P front panels

FIGURE 8 ICX 6450-48 front panel

FIGURE 9 ICX 6450-48P front panel

FIGURE 10 ICX 6450-48P rear panel

FIGURE 11 ICX 6450-24P rear panel

FIGURE 12 ICX 6450-24 and ICX 6450-48 rear panels

Network and management interfaces

FIGURE 13 Management interfaces and slot locations on 24-port models

2. Slot 2 (SFP and SFP+ uplink or stacking ports)

3. Out-of-band management port

4. Slot 1 (10/100/1000 Mbps ports)

FIGURE 14 Management interfaces and slot locations on 48-port models

2. Slot 2 (SFP and SFP+ uplink or stacking ports)

3. Out-of-band management port

4. Slot 1 (10/100/1000 Mbps ports)

Console management interface

Out-of-band management interface

System reset button

Network interfaces for ICX 6430 and ICX 6450 devices

ICX 6430-24 10/100/1000 Mbps ports 1-24 SFP ports 1-4

10/100/1000 BASE-T ports

SFP or SFP+ fiber ports

Specifying a port address

Specifying a data port

Brocade (config) # interface ethernet 1/1/2

Specifying a stacking port

Brocade (config) # interface ethernet 3/2/3

Specifying a management port