Extreme Networks ExtremeWare 7.3.0, Command Reference Manual

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2110 ExtremeWare Software 7.3.0 Command Reference Guide
Configuration and Image Commands
configure switch
configure switch {auto | extended | standard}
Description
Configures the mode of switch operation for the Alpine 3802.
Syntax Description
Default
Auto mode.
Usage Guidelines
The Alpine 3802 supports all existing Alpine I/O modules; however, there are limitations to the number
and type of I/O modules supported based upon the mode of switch operation.
The Alpine 3802 has three modes of switch operation:
• Extended—In extended mode, all slots (slots 1, 2, and 3) are enabled. Slot 1 supports all existing
Alpine I/O modules: Alpine Ethernet I/O modules (modules with a green stripe on the front of the
module) and Alpine Access I/O modules (modules with a silver stripe on the front of the module).
Slots 2 and 3 support only Alpine Access I/O modules (silver stripe).
The Extended mode LED lights when the switch is in extended mode.
• Standard—In standard mode, only slots 1 and 2 are enabled. Slot 3 is disabled. Slots 1 and 2 support
all existing Alpine I/O modules: Alpine Ethernet I/O modules (green stripe) and Alpine Access I/O
modules (silver stripe).
The Standard mode LED lights when the switch is in extended mode.
• Auto—In auto mode, the switch determines if it is in standard or extended mode depending upon
the type of modules installed in the chassis or the slot preconfigurations. If an Alpine I/O module
with a green stripe (for example, an FM-32Ti module) is installed or preconfigured in slot 2, the
switch operates in standard mode. If an Alpine I/O module with a silver stripe (for example, a
WM-4Ti module) is installed or preconfigured in slots 2 or 3, the switch operates in extended mode.
Slot 3 can accept only Alpine Access I/O modules (silver stripe). You cannot insert an Alpine Ethernet
I/O module (green stripe) into slot 3.
If you insert a module into the Alpine 3802 that is not allowed in a particular slot, the switch logs an
error to the syslog. For example, if you insert a GM-WDMi module into slot 3, a module type not
supported in slot 3, the switch logs an error.
auto Specifies the mode of switch operation to be auto mode.
extended Specifies the mode of switch operation to be extended mode.
standard Specifies the mode of switch operation to be standard mode