Installation and safety considerations

The Brocade 16Gb FC Switch Module installs in the I/O bays in the HPE Synergy frame. For specific frame requirements, see the appropriate HPE Synergy 12000 Frame Setup and Install Guide.

Installing multiple switches

If you do not have a DHCP server connected to the HPE Synergy Frame Link Module, install and configure one Brocade 16Gb FC Switch Module at a time. This is required so that Ethernet IP address conflicts do not occur with duplicate default Ethernet IP addresses.



	IMPORTANT: DHCP is enabled by default on this switch. In cases where DHCP is available, IP address conflicts do not occur, simplifying multiple switch installations. See Using external DHCP . See also the most current documentation for interconnects and other HPE Synergy components at the website: http://www.hpe.com/go/bladesystem/interconnects.

Each switch must be assigned a unique Ethernet IP address during configuration. Once the default Ethernet IP address on the Brocade 16Gb FC Switch Module has been changed, you may install additional Brocade 16Gb FC Switch Module in the enclosure.

For help identifying your specific enclosure setup, available connections, and power requirements, see the appropriate HPE Synergy 12000 Frame Setup and Install Guide.

Electrical considerations

The Brocade 16Gb FC Switch Module requires 70 watts, fully configured including all transceivers, provided by the enclosure. No other power requirement or provision exists.

Environmental considerations

Ensure proper cooling and ventilation by verifying the following:

The air vents on the enclosure are not blocked or restricted.
The ambient air temperature at the front of the enclosure does not exceed 43°C (109.4°F) while the switch is operating.



	IMPORTANT: The dust covers that ship with your Brocade 16Gb FC Switch Module must be inserted into any ports where SFPs are not installed, to help contain air flow in the Synergy frame.