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IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8124 and
G8124-E

Installation Guide

Summary of Contents for BNT RackSwitch G8124

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Page 4: ...s with the product Read the IBM System Safety Notices and the License Agreement for Machine Code LAMC document on the IBM Documentation CD Read the Environmental Notices and User Guide on the IBM Envi...

Page 5: ...chriften Ennen kuin asennat t m n tuotteen lue turvaohjeet kohdasta Safety Information Avant d installer ce produit lisez les consignes de s curit Vor der Installation dieses Produkts die Sicherheitsh...

Page 6: ...if a caution statement is labeled D005 translations for that caution statement are in the Systems Safety Notices document under D005 Be sure to read all caution and danger statements in this document...

Page 7: ...DANGER Rack mounted devices are not to be used as shelves or work spaces L002 Safety v...

Page 8: ...ER An electrical outlet that is not correctly wired could place hazardous voltage on the metal parts of the system or the devices that attach to the system It is the responsibility of the customer to...

Page 9: ...Safety vii...

Page 10: ...ible use one hand only to connect or disconnect signal cables v Never turn on any equipment when there is evidence of fire water or structural damage v Disconnect the attached power cords telecommunic...

Page 11: ...result in exposure to hazardous laser radiation There are no serviceable parts inside the device v Use of the controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein mi...

Page 12: ...op of rack mounted devices v Each rack cabinet might have more than one power cord Be sure to disconnect all power cords in the rack cabinet when directed to disconnect power during servicing v Connec...

Page 13: ...t in the rack to determine the total power requirement of the supply circuit v For sliding drawers Do not pull out or install any drawer or feature if the rack stabilizer brackets are not attached to...

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Page 15: ...itch in an IBM System x or Power rack 24 Installing the 1U air duct option 28 Mounting kit components 28 Installing an SFP or SFP transceiver 32 Installing an SFP copper transceiver 32 Installing an S...

Page 16: ...tement 64 Electronic emission notices 64 Federal Communications Commission FCC statement 64 Industry Canada Class A emission compliance statement 64 Avis de conformit la r glementation d Industrie Can...

Page 17: ...umentation updates 1 Go to http www ibm com supportportal and click Documentation 2 In the Quick find field enter the name of your product and press Enter Note Changes are made periodically to the IBM...

Page 18: ...ese notices provide information or advice that might help you avoid inconvenient or problem situations v Attention These notices indicate potential damage to programs devices or data An attention noti...

Page 19: ...ng Tree 802 1D Multiple Spanning Tree 802 1s Multiple Spanning Tree 802 1s Rapid Spanning Tree 802 1w with Fast Uplink Convergence 16 K forwarding database entries v Layer 3 128 configurable interface...

Page 20: ...SFP slots v Two RJ 45 management ports v One RS 232 console port mini USB Note Shielded twisted pair cables are recommended for use in the RJ 45 management ports The following illustrations show the p...

Page 21: ...un and the switch unit continues to operate normally Fans are not customer replaceable Note If a fan module fails the maximum operating temperature drops from 40 C to 35 C 104 F to 95 F The Fan LED fl...

Page 22: ...unit powers up when power is supplied through the power cords The Power Supply LED indicates the status of the power supplies The LED flashes when only one power cord is connected and is steady when...

Page 23: ...nd rated disconnect device in the field wiring C033 Table 2 Power specifications Power Specification Circuit breaker rating Minimum and maximum 20 amps Wire size v 16 AWG DC power cable from PDP outpu...

Page 24: ...of an optical fiber cable or open receptacle C027 Twenty four Small Form factor Pluggable Plus SFP ports are located on the front panel These ports accept supported copper SFP tranceivers optical SFP...

Page 25: ...r The following table describes the pinouts for the mini USB port Table 4 Console port pin assignments Pin number Function Pin 1 No connect Pin 2 RS232 SIN Pin 3 RS232_SOUT Pin 4 No connect Pin 5 Grou...

Page 26: ...y green Not applicable Not applicable Fan Failure Not applicable Flash green Not applicable Not applicable Stack Master Not applicable Not applicable On Off Stack Backup Member Not applicable Not appl...

Page 27: ...able 11 Environmental specifications Specification Measurement Temperature ambient operating 0 C to 40 C 32 to 104 F Temperature fan failure operating 0 C to 35 C 32 to 95 F Temperature storage 40 C t...

Page 28: ...275 W each System power dissipation typical 200 W DC output voltage nominal 12 V DC output current typical 15 A Table 13 DC power specifications Specification Measurement Number of power supplies 2 1...

Page 29: ...table The identification labels contain the machine type model MTM number serial number and part number front rear panel and or bottom of the unit and the media access control MAC address rear of unit...

Page 30: ...ble future reference and customer support You will need this information when you register the switch with IBM You can register the switch at http www ibm com support mysupport Figure 5 Sample RackSwi...

Page 31: ...unt kit Two brackets Screws to attach brackets to the switch unit Screws to attach the switch unit to the equipment rack v Mini USB serial cable v Two AC or DC power cords v One IBM Documentation CD w...

Page 32: ...over of this device The G8124 AC power model is designed to work with single phase power systems that have a grounded neutral conductor To reduce the risk of electric shock always plug the power cord...

Page 33: ...nt that will be attached to this product to properly wired outlets v When possible use one hand only to connect or disconnect signal cables v Never turn on any equipment when there is evidence of fire...

Page 34: ...ty from the package and from your body v Remove the device from its package and install it directly into the switch without setting it down If it is necessary to set down the device put it back into i...

Page 35: ...n a standard equipment rack complete the following steps 1 Locate and record the product switch information to configure and register your product and set aside See Before installing the RackSwitch on...

Page 36: ...t all cables 6 Initialize the switch and update the virtual product data VPD see Chapter 4 Initializing the RackSwitch on page 43 Attention Ensure the VPD is updated to avoid losing the licensed elect...

Page 37: ...ing washers 8 3 M6 screws 8 4 M6 clip nuts 8 5 M4 screws 16 6 Switch front bracket 2 7 Switch rear bracket 2 8 Rear mounting bracket 2 DANGER Rack mounted devices are not to be used as shelves or work...

Page 38: ...roximately 5 7 Nm 0 1 Nm 50 inch pounds 2 3 4 4 Slide the RackSwitch into the rack 5 Use the M6 washers screws and clip nuts to attach the alignment plate Torque the screws to approximately 5 7 Nm 0 1...

Page 39: ...43 Attention If this is a switch replacement make sure the VPD is updated to avoid losing the licensed electronic entitlement data of the RackSwitch For more information see Configuring Vital Product...

Page 40: ...on page 21 The IBM System Networking adjustable 19 4 post rail mount kit parts must be purchased separately The following table lists the parts included in the IBM System Networking adjustable 19 4 p...

Page 41: ...on from the original switch onto the RID label that is shipped with replacement switch and affix the new label to the bottom of the new switch 2 Use the M4 screws to attach the front mounting brackets...

Page 42: ...6 2 4 4 Slide the rear mounting brackets into the slots available on the front mounting brackets 10 11 SEE STEP 5 26 IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8124 and G8124 E Installation Guide...

Page 43: ...oximately 2 0 Nm 0 1 Nm 17 7 inch pounds 9 10 11 3 7 Connect all the cables 8 Initialize the switch see Chapter 4 Initializing the RackSwitch on page 43 Attention If this is a switch replacement make...

Page 44: ...ounting kit Table 17 1U air duct mounting kit Item number Description Quantity 1 Cable tie 4 2 1U Duct sleeve long 1 3 Mounting bracket right assembly 1U duct 1 4 Mounting bracket left assembly 1U duc...

Page 45: ...nug against rear of unit Reuse mounting screws Mounting screws 2 Place the half shears on the rear side of the foam carriers and use the M3 5 mounting rail screws to secure the foam carrier assemblies...

Page 46: ...nting bracket M6 screws M3 5 screws 5 Use the M3 5 screws to secure the air duct mounting bracket to the rack chassis Torque the screws to approximately 2 0 Nm 0 1 Nm 17 7 inch pounds 6 Gently slide t...

Page 47: ...uides Foam 7 Use the two M4 thumbscrews to secure the air duct unit to the air duct brackets For information about removing the air duct see Removing the 1U air duct option on page 40 Chapter 2 Instal...

Page 48: ...o the slot Do not use excessive force when you insert the transceiver you can damage the transceiver or the SFP slot The transceiver has a mechanical guide key to prevent you from inserting the transc...

Page 49: ...able To remove a SFP optical transceiver disconnect the fiber optic cable and pull down the locking lever to release the transceiver After you remove the transceiver replace the safety cap Installing...

Page 50: ...e transceiver into the slot Do not use excessive force when you insert the transceiver you can damage the transceiver or the SFP slot The transceiver has a mechanical guide key to prevent you from ins...

Page 51: ...ge 40 Removing and replacing the RackSwitch chassis unit from a rack This section describes how to remove the RackSwitch chassis unit from supported equipment racks For information about removing the...

Page 52: ...kSwitch from a System x or power rack complete the following steps 1 Disconnect all cables 2 Loosen and remove M3 screws that secure the rear brackets to the front brackets 9 10 11 3 3 Loosen and remo...

Page 53: ...lable on the front mounting brackets 10 11 SEE STEP 5 5 Loosen and remove the M6 screws washers and clip nuts are used to connect the front mounting brackets to the front and rear posts in the rack Ch...

Page 54: ...of the switch 7 1 9 9 Removing the RackSwitch from an iDataPlex rack To remove the RackSwitch from an iDataPlex rack complete the following steps 1 Disconnect all cables 2 Loosen and remove the M6 wa...

Page 55: ...unt the switch unit into the rack 2 3 4 4 Slide the RackSwitch out of the rack 5 Loosen and remove the M4 screws that attach front and rear mounting brackets to each side of the switch unit 6 5 1 7 Ch...

Page 56: ...ponent must also be removed from the chassis and replaced in the new chassis The RackSwitch operates with one or two active power supplies up to four fan modules and an optional air duct unit When you...

Page 57: ...e 13 To update the VPD on a new switch complete the following steps 1 Log in to the switch and in the CLI mode type RS G8124 ibmnos 2 At the Password prompt enter the switch password and press Enter T...

Page 58: ...ront To Back System Fan Airflow Front To Back Power Supply 1 Vin Fault Power Supply 2 OK Or MenuCLI interface output example info sys general System Information at 0 16 42 Wed Jan 3 2012 Time zone Ame...

Page 59: ...Steady green if both power cords are connected flashing green if only one power cord is connected v Fan Steady green if all fans are running blinking green if there is a fan failure Use the mini USB...

Page 60: ...System Networking RS G8124 Jan 1 00 01 27 2012 NOTICE 5 Interface Oper Status Indication Port 7 State UP Password At the Password prompt enter the switch password and press Enter The default password...

Page 61: ...m a failed software download You can interrupt the boot process and enter the Boot Management menu from the serial console port When the system displays Memory Test press Shift B The Boot Management m...

Page 62: ...re you install a firmware review the readme and change history files that are provided with the downloaded update These files contain important information about the update and the procedure for insta...

Page 63: ...the same configuration If the switch port is set to auto negotiate make sure that the other device is set to auto negotiate Solution 2 Check the cables that connect the port to the other device Make...

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Page 65: ...rear to front 0446 BF9 0446 HC9 Not applicable 90Y9452 Switch rack G8124 F front to rear 7309 BF9 7309 HC9 Not applicable 90Y9452 Switch rack G8124 E rear to front 7309 BR6 7309 HC6 1455 24E Not appli...

Page 66: ...09 BF9 7309 HC5 7309 HC6 7309 HC7 7309 HC9 1455 24E Not applicable 40K8967 3 m CAT5 blue Ethernet 7309 BD5 7309 BR6 7309 BF7 7309 BF9 7309 HC5 7309 HC6 7309 HC7 7309 HC9 1455 24E Not applicable 40K896...

Page 67: ...9 HC9 1455 24E 90Y9427 90Y9426 3 m IBM Passive DAC SFP 7309 BD5 7309 BR6 7309 BF7 7309 BF9 7309 HC5 7309 HC6 7309 HC7 7309 HC9 1455 24E 90Y9430 90Y9429 5 m IBM Passive DAC SFP 7309 BD5 7309 BR6 7309 B...

Page 68: ...7309 HC7 7309 HC9 1455 24E 95Y0326 46K6183 5 m IBM Active DAC SFP 7309 BD5 7309 BR6 7309 BF7 7309 BF9 7309 HC5 7309 HC6 7309 HC7 7309 HC9 1455 24E 95Y0329 46K6184 2 m DC power 7309 BD5 7309 HC5 Not ap...

Page 69: ...a maximum of 15 feet in length and a parallel blade grounding type attachment plug rated 15 amperes 125 volts For units intended to be operated at 230 volts U S use Use a UL listed and CSA certified...

Page 70: ...1363 A UK 59Y8143 Table 20 Power and line cords 1611 16E Description Option and CRU part number Power cord 4 3 m 14 ft drawer to OEM PDU 200 240V 15A IEC320 C13 PT 5 39M5096 Power cord 4 3 m 14 ft dra...

Page 71: ...3 39M5151 Line cord 2 8 m 9 ft to wall OEM PDU 200 240V 10A IEC320 C13 PT 24 39M5158 Line cord 2 8 m 9 ft to wall OEM PDU 200 240V 10A IEC320 C13 PT 32 39M5172 Line cord 2 8 m 9 ft to wall OEM PDU 200...

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Page 73: ...ada hardware service and support is available 24 hours a day 7 days a week In the U K these services are available Monday through Friday from 9 a m to 6 p m To open a support call complete the followi...

Page 74: ...ed an Electronic Service Request For more information about Support Line and other IBM services see http www ibm com services How to send Dynamic System Analysis data to IBM Use the IBM Enhanced Custo...

Page 75: ...d support web page by identifying IBM products that are of interest to you From this personalized page you can subscribe to weekly email notifications about new technical documents search for informat...

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Page 77: ...SS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE Some states do not allow disclaimer of express or implied warranties in certain transactions therefore this statement may not apply to you This information could include te...

Page 78: ...volume KB stands for 1024 bytes MB stands for 1 048 576 bytes and GB stands for 1 073 741 824 bytes When referring to hard disk drive capacity or communications volume MB stands for 1 000 000 bytes an...

Page 79: ...tes and gases Contaminant Limits Particulate v The room air must be continuously filtered with 40 atmospheric dust spot efficiency MERV 9 according to ASHRAE Standard 52 21 v Air that enters a data ce...

Page 80: ...This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Ope...

Page 81: ...Department M372 IBM Allee 1 71139 Ehningen Germany Tele 0049 0 7032 15 2941 Email lugi de ibm com Germany Class A statement Deutschsprachiger EU Hinweis Hinweis f r Ger te der Klasse A EU Richtlinie...

Page 82: ...914 499 1900 Der verantwortliche Ansprechpartner des Herstellers in der EU ist IBM Deutschland GmbH Technical Regulations Department M372 IBM Allee 1 71139 Ehningen Germany Tele 0049 0 7032 15 2941 E...

Page 83: ...ipment for business Type A Sellers and users need to pay attention to it This is for any areas other than home Russia Electromagnetic Interference EMI Class A statement People s Republic of China Clas...

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Page 85: ...ications 11 F fans description 5 FCC Class A notice 64 G gaseous contamination 63 getting help 57 H hardware options 3 requirements 1 help getting 57 I iDataPlex rack installing the switch 23 mounting...

Page 86: ...standard rack installing the RackSwitch 18 supported ports 1 switch description 4 environmental requirements 15 environmental specifications 11 identification labels 13 installing in Power rack 25 ins...

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Page 88: ...Part Number 00AY390 Printed in USA 1P P N 00AY390...

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