IBM 4002-C4A, Installation And User Manual

Page: 51 / 94

Understanding how the management port functions
You must be aware of how the system’s management port functions as described in
the following:
v The management port allows you to configure, monitor, and manage the c-series
system only. As a result, this port has the same limited functionality as an IP host
port.
v
You cannot enable and run routing protocols on the management port.
v The management port supports static routes and directly connected routes, which
are installed in the routing table. However, these routes are not installed in the
ports' routing table. Therefore, the interface ports are not aware of the
management port’s static or directly connected routes.
v If you configure the redistribution of directly connected or static routes for a
particular routing protocol, the routing protocol will redistribute directly connected
or static routes associated with the interface module ports but not those
associated with the management port.
To display configuration information and statistics about the management port, you
can enter the
show interface management 1 command at any CLI level.
Connecting a c-series switch
You can connect a c-series switch to another Ethernet network device.
To connect a switch to another network device, you must do the following:
v Install the fiber-optic modules if required
v Cable the modules with either copper cable or fiber optic cable as required
Installing a fiber-optic module
To connect a switch to another network device using a fiber port, do the following:
v
Install a fiber optic module (SFP transceiver or XFP as required by your interface
module)
CAUTION:
All fiber-optic interfaces use Class 1 Lasers.
Before installing a fiber-optic module, have on hand an ESD wrist strap with a plug
for connection to the ESD connector on the chassis.
CAUTION:
For safety reasons, the ESD wrist strap should contain a 1 meg ohm series
resistor.
To install a fiber-optic module into an Ethernet port, do the following:
1. Put on the ESD wrist strap and ground yourself by inserting the plug into the
ESD connector located in the upper right corner of the chassis front.
2. Remove the module from its protective packaging.
3. Remove the metal cover from the port on the interface module’s control panel.
4. Gently insert the fiber-optic module into the port until the module clicks into
place. The fiber-optic modules are keyed to prevent incorrect insertion.
Chapter 4. Connecting a c-series switch to a network device
27