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Can different Brocade switch platforms and FOS be cascaded through ISL?

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Applies to

  • Brocade Fron-end SAN data switches
  • Fabric OS(FOS)

Answer

  • According to Fabric OS Release note, refer to Fabric OS Compatibility section to check fabric OS Interoperability
Example: Fabric OS 9.0.1b Release Notes
 
ISL interoperability1.png
ISL interoperability .png
 
  • This is an interoperability matrix given by Broadcom and this can be checked in specific version release notes.
  • If the FOS is in line with the matrix, the switches with the designated versions from the above screenshot can cascade with other switches.

  • Please contact NetApp Technical Support or log into the NetApp Support Site to create a technical case. Reference this article for further assistance.

     

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