FIPS Security Seal Procedures for Brocade MLXe Series Brocade NetIron CES 2000 Series and Brocade NetIron CER 2000 Series

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Preparing to apply FIPS security seals
The time to apply security seals varies by the number of seals required for a particular model. The application
of seals to a Brocade MLXe device can take 10 minutes or longer. In addition to seal application time, the
adhesive requires an additional 30 minutes to cure.
Before beginning this task, ensure that you have the proper Tamper Evident Seals Kit and alcohol pads to clean
the surfaces on which the seals will be affixed. Clean surfaces with alcohol and ensure that the surfaces are
dry before applying security seals.
Applying seals to Brocade devices
Seal placement varies by switch model. This section includes the following FIPS seal application procedures:
 Applying seals to a Brocade MLXe-4 device
 Applying seals to a Brocade MLXe-8 device
 Applying seals to a Brocade MLXe-16 device
 Applying seals to a Brocade MLXe-32 device
 Applying seals to Brocade NetIron CES 2000 Series and Brocade NetIron CER 2000 Series devices
NOTE
The figures in this document show transparent representations of the seals to show the
specific openings or fasteners that the seals are designed to cover. The actual seals are
opaque.
To apply security seals, ensure that the following requirements are met:
 Carefully remove the seals from the backing and place them on the device. Do not use bare fingers to
handle the labels. Using tweezers, peel away the backing slowly and carefully to avoid contaminating or
disturbing the adhesive.
 When applying a seal to the device, use firm pressure across the surface of the entire seal to ensure
maximum adhesion.
 Wait at least 30 minutes for the adhesive to fully cure. Evidence of tampering might not be apparent until
the adhesive cures.
NOTE
You should store any extra seals in a secure, temperature-controlled area.