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Product Training 

Certified Fabric Professional 2G 

Accelerated Learning 

CFP 261 

Brocade Education Services 

© 2005 Brocade Communications Systems, 

Incorporated. 

© 2005 Brocade Communications Systems, Incorporated. 

Revision CFP261-02-2005 



Introduction - Page 1

CFP 261 Course Objectives 

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Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to: 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Describe the hardware and software attributes of the Brocade product line 

Differentiate between the various cable and SFP types 

Install, configure and administer the Brocade product line 

Administer the Name Server, Zoning and Networking within a fabric 

Describe the concept of multi-switch fabrics and how FSPF manages traffic 

Use the Web Tools graphical interface to administer a switch 

Troubleshoot basic switch problems 

Implement Fabric Watch to monitor a switch 

Describe the feature and functions of long-distance fabric solutions 

Monitor Brocade switches using SNMP 

Be prepared to take the BCFP exam 

This course & supplemental web-based materials correspond to the current 

BCFP Exam 143-040 






CFP 261 Prerequisites 

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Completed FC 101 Theory at http://learning.brocade.com 

Technical knowledge of storage, servers or networking 

Working knowledge of either/or: 

Windows 2000 

Solaris or other UNIX platforms 






Why Blended Learning 

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You have told us you want to see more concise, cost effective training; 

Brocade Education Services is responding! 

Shorter, more intensive instructor led courses (ILT) 

Foundational/supplemental material moved online and can be accessed 

at own pace; ILT classes focus on core knowledge/hands-on labs 

Online components can be “revisited” regularly up to 120 days after 

taking the training and the PDFs downloaded. Modules are self paced 

and you are not bound to a strict schedule. 

YOU choose WHEN and WHAT you want to learn 






CFP 261 Course Flow 

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Brocade SilkWorm ® Hardware and Software – Module 1 

Introduction to Hardware and Software products 

Brocade SilkWorm Fibre Channel Review – Module 2 

Fibre Channel Theory 

Port Types and Fibre Channel Communications 

Fabric Addressing 

Name Server 

Brocade SilkWorm Installation and Setup - Module 3 

Installation of new switches 

User Accounts and Password Behaviors 

Fabric-wide Settings vs. Local Switch Settings 

Core PID 

Fabric OS Commands 

Brocade SilkWorm Firmware and Switch Maintenance - Module 4 

Configuration Uploads/Downloads and Firmware Downloads 






CFP 261 Course Flow 

Brocade SilkWorm Z0ning – Module 5 

Advantages of Zoning 

Fabric Zoning 

FCAL Zoning 

Brocade SilkWorm Networking – Module 6 

Fabric Designs 

FSPF - Fabric Shortest Path First 

Trunking 

Managing Your Fabric – Module 7 

Fabric Watch 

Web Tools 

Fabric Manager 

SNMP 

Diagnostics and Troubleshooting – Module 8 

Troubleshooting Flow 

Hardware and Software Diagnostic Commands 

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Brocade Certification Programs 

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Brocade Certified Fabric Professional (BCFP) 

This level of certification indicates you have mastered 

all of the basics of the Brocade SilkWorm switch and 

are knowledgeable in Fibre Channel theory. 

Brocade Certified SAN Designer (BCSD) 

This level of certification indicates that you have 

mastered the concepts and intricacies of building a 

SAN from the basic components through the 

integration of industry applications and state-of-the-art 

storage components. 

Brocade Certified SAN Manager (BCSM) 

This level of certification indicates that you have a 

detailed understanding of administering Brocade 

SilkWorm switches and managing aspects of a SAN. 






Certification Focused Training Tracks 

For Administrators, 

Operators, Support 

/ Customer Service 

Personnel 

FC 101: Fibre 

Channel 

Fundamentals 

Web Based 

Training 

CFP 261 

Brocade 

2Gbit/sec BCFP 

Accelerated 

Learning class 

BLS 

CFP 262 

SilkWorm 

Administration 

and Diagnostics 

BCFP Knowledge 

Assessment 

+ + = 

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For Pre-Sales and 

Professional 

Services 

Personnel 

For SAN / Data 

Center Managers 

CSD 261 

Brocade BCSD 

Accelerated 

Learning Track 

(WBT and Self 

Paced Reading) 

CSM 260 

Brocade 

Accelerated BCSM 

Certification Class 

= 

+ = 

Web Based Training 

Instructor Led Training 

Brocade Certification Framework 

Brocade Certified SAN Architect (Credential) 

All three Core Certifications 

* 

* 

Available 

in late 

2005 

* Exam exists * 



The Certification Training Track maps our courseware to Brocade’s certification program. Whether you are 

interested in the BCFP, BCSD or BCSM, Education Services has recommended courses you should take in 

preparation for each exam. Please refer to the specific course descriptions at: 

http://www.brocade.com/gtms/education_serviceseventType=1&actionType=0 for specific objectives and 

details of the courses referenced. 

Brief Brocade course descriptions: 

AFS 302 is a blended learning class focuses on techniques needed by the second level and higher support engineer 

and lead Storage Area Network (SAN) administrator to troubleshoot Brocade SANs. 

SAN 321 provides students with knowledge and experience about various ways to manage Brocade SANs including 

Brocade Fabric Manager, Brocade Fabric Watch and SNMP. 

AFS 224 is a blended learning course that provides students with knowledge and experience on the Brocade 

SilkWorm 12000/24000 Directors. 

SFO 200 provides students with the technical skills required to plan and implement security in Brocade Fabrics. 

AFS 163, 164 are web courses designed to enable students to identify and understand the Brocade SilkWorm 3900, 

and 12000/24000 Directors. Topics include: key hardware and software components; installing and configuring each 

switch; and additional configuration tasks common to both switches. 

AFS 156 is a web course that enables familiarity with Brocade Advanced Performance Monitor. 

SFO 101 is a web course that provides students with an overview of Brocade Secure Fabric OS. 

CSM 260 is an accelerated class designed to help students pass the BSCM exam. It combines both SAN 321 and 

SFO 200 information needed to pass BSCM certification test. 

DSN 100 is a web course that provides students with fundamentals of SAN design. 

MPR 100-104 are a suite of web courses that provide students with an introduction to the SilkWorm Multiprotocol 

Router, and it many features. 

MPR 200 is a blended learning course giving students knowledge and skills to install a SilkWorm Multiprotocol 

Router within a SAN. 

AFS 123, 124 are a pair of web courses that introduce and teach how to configure SNMP on Brocade switches. 




Registering For Brocade Certification Exams 

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Pearson VUE is our chosen test delivery vendor. They operate about 3500 

testing centers worldwide. To register for an exam or locate a testing center 

nearest to you: 

Visit http://www.vue.com/brocade 

Call 866-361-5817 toll free in North America 

Visit http://www.vue.com/contact/brocade_numbers.html for 

other contact numbers worldwide (some locations may not have toll free 

numbers) 



The BCFP exam number 143-040, consists of 65 short answer questions, using multiple choice, 

multiple answer or drag and drop options. These are not adaptive tests. The student is given 90 

minutes to complete the exam. Examinees in countries where English in not the primary language are 

given an additional 30 minutes. The following is a list of countries where VUE considers English to 

be the primary language: Australia, Belize, Bermuda, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, 

the UK and the United States. 

The exam cost is $150 US for each attempt. No student may take the exam more than 2 times in a 

two week period. Pearson VUE accepts many of the major world currencies. 

All examinees are required to accept a non-disclosure agreement. This agreement means the 

examinee will not discuss or disclose any of the questions or exam contents. Failure to comply with 

agreement may result in forfeiture of certification status and benefits. 




After This CFP 261 Class 

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Remaining CFP 261 Modules at http://learning.brocade.com 

Brocade Secure Fabric OS 

Fabric Manager 4.0 

Extended Fabrics 

Fabric Watch 

QuickLoop 

QuickLoop Fabric Assist 

Advanced Performance Monitor 

SNMP 

1 Gbit/sec Overview 

If you want to pass the test, the modules must be viewed 



The remaining CFP261 modules can be viewed at http://learning.brocade.com. System 

requirements for optimal viewing include a high speed Internet connection and a web browser. For 

reading materials, Adobe Acrobat reader is required. 




Certification What’s Your Study Plan 

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Understand lecture material and steps performed in the lab 

Listen to ALL web-based supplemental modules 

Visit Brocade Connect for documentation & white papers 

Review the practice test given at the conclusion of this class 

Take the free online assessment CFP 262 

Get some hands-on time with your switches 






Introduce Yourself 

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Name 

Employer 

Where you are located 

What you would like to gain from taking this class 

Some interesting facts about yourself 

Have you viewed the CFP 261 Online training

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