How to Power Down/off the Brocade Switch ? | sysshutdown

The sysshutdown command is used to safely shut down a Brocade SAN switch. This command gracefully terminates all processes, ensuring that no data or configuration is lost. After the shutdown is complete, the switch powers off, or in some cases, prepares for manual power-off. This command should only be used during planned maintenance or decommissioning.

Key Points

• Ensures a controlled shutdown to avoid potential data corruption or configuration issues.
• Should be executed only by an authorized administrator.
• Before executing the command, verify that no critical operations are running on the switch.

Procedure to Shutdown Brocade Switch using sysshutdown

1. Verify System Status:
   Ensure there are no active processes or critical traffic that would be disrupted by the shutdown.
2. Log in as Admin:
   Use an admin-level account to access the switch through a serial console or management IP.
3. Run the sysshutdown Command:
   Execute the sysshutdown command to initiate the shutdown process.
4. Confirm the Shutdown:
   Respond to the confirmation prompt to proceed with shutting down the system.
5. Wait for Completion:
   Allow the system to shut down completely before turning off the power, if required.

switch:admin> sysshutdown  
This command will shut down the operating system and turn off the power.  
You are required to power cycle the system to restart.  
Are you sure you want to shutdown the system (yes, y, no, n): y  
System is shutting down...  

Outcome

• The system powers off or transitions to a powered-off state.
• You may need to manually power cycle the switch to restart.

Notes

• Perform this operation during scheduled maintenance windows.
• Ensure a backup of the configuration is available using the configUpload command before proceeding.
• Inform affected users or teams in advance to minimize disruption.