F5 BIG-IP 8950 Platform Manual Download

Page: 1 / 56

Platform Guide: 8950

MAN-0320-03

Summary of Contents for BIG-IP 8950

Page 1: ...Platform Guide 8950 MAN 0320 03 ...

Page 2: ......

Page 3: ...iewing the status of all interfaces 15 About interface media type and duplex mode 16 Valid media types 16 Viewing valid media types for an interface 17 Network interface LED behavior 17 Always On Management 18 AOM Command Menu options 18 Accessing the AOM Command Menu from the serial console 19 Setting up Always On Management SSH access 19 Accessing the AOM Command Menu using SSH 20 Chapter 2 Plat...

Page 4: ... Appendix A Environmental Guidelines 39 General environmental guidelines 40 Guidelines for AC powered equipment 41 Guidelines for DC powered equipment 42 NEBS platform guidelines 42 Appendix B Platform Airflow 43 Platform Airflow Diagram 44 Appendix C Platform Specifications 45 General specifications for system features 46 Platform hardware specifications 46 Platform operating specifications 47 Sa...

Page 5: ... iRules iRules OnDemand iSession IT agility Your way L7 Rate Shaping LC Link Controller Local Traffic Manager LTM Message Security Module MSM Netcelera OneConnect Packet Velocity Protocol Security Module PSM Real Traffic Policy Builder ScaleN SSLAcceleration StrongBox SuperVIP SYN Check TCP Express TDR TMOS Traffic Management Operating System TrafficShield Transparent Data Reduction VIPRION vCMP W...

Page 6: ...ce unless expressly approved by the manufacturer can void the user s authority to operate this equipment under part 15 of the FCC rules Canadian Regulatory Compliance This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Standards Compliance This product conforms to the IEC European Union ANSI UL and Canadian CSA standards applicable to Information Technology products at the time of manuf...

Page 7: ...ormance SSL hardware that frees up servers from the task of encrypting and decrypting data Components provided with the platform Peripheral hardware that you provide F5 offers two performance levels of SSL offload in the 8950 series LCD panel the 8950 and the 8950S Please see the data sheet on http www f5 com for more information on these platforms Indicator LEDs Platform Interfaces Always On Mana...

Page 8: ... to assess the condition of the unit On the back of the unit you can power the unit on and off 1 Management port 2 USB ports 3 Console port 4 Hard wired failover port 5 10 100 1000 interfaces 6 SFP ports 7 SFP ports 8 Indicator LEDs 9 LCD display 10 LCD control buttons Figure 1 Front view of the platform The back of the platform includes two power supplies 1 Power input panel power switch and powe...

Page 9: ...You must provide networking devices that are compatible with the network interface cards installed in the platform You can use either 10 100 Ethernet or Gigabit Ethernet switches and hubs Network hubs switches or connectors to connect to the platform network interfaces You can use any USB certified CD or DVD mass storage device for installing upgrades and for system recovery External USB CD DVD dr...

Page 10: ... brightness On Brightness Controls the brightness of the LCD when the backlight is off Off Brightness Screens menu You can use the Screens menu to specify the information that is displayed on the default screens Description Option Displays the date and time DateScreen Displays the information screen menu InfoScreen Displays the MAC addresses on the unit MACscreen Displays system information Sysinf...

Page 11: ...he serial port Select from the following options Serial Speed 9600 19200 default 57600 115200 Reboots the unit Reboot Halts the unit Halt Boots the unit over an IP network Select this option if you are installing software from a PXE server Netboot Using LCD menus Press the X button to put the LCD in Menu mode The Left Arrow Right Arrow Up Arrow and Down Arrow buttons are functional only when the L...

Page 12: ...ner Rebooting the unit Hold the Check button for four seconds to reboot the unit You should only use this option after you halt the unit Clearing alerts Press the Check button to clear any alerts on the LCD screen You must clear any alerts on the screen before you can use the LCD panel Indicator LEDs The behavior of each LED indicates the status of the system Indicator LED behavior The indicator L...

Page 13: ... 2 Power 1 Power supply status green solid green solid Present and normal yellow solid yellow solid Present and failure yellow solid yellow solid Power standby mode off none off none Not present LED alert conditions When there is an alert condition on the unit the Alarm LED behaves in a specific manner Description Action Alarm LED behavior System situation Red blinking Emergency Red solid Alert or...

Page 14: ...indicator LED status conditions A few LED status conditions are not covered in the definition tables in the etc alertd alert conf file Yellow intermittent Status LED indicator A yellow intermittent Status LED indicates that the unit is not under host computer control This might be due to the host being halted or due to a software or hardware problem that interferes with the host s control of the L...

Page 15: ...tatus Bits Bits Errs Errs Drops Drops Colli In Out In Out In Out sions 1 2 up 191 4K 0 0 0 374 0 0 Viewing the status of all interfaces You can use tmsh to view the status of all interfaces on the platform 1 From the system prompt type the following to open tmsh tmsh The following prompt displays tmos 2 Type the following to navigate to the network module net The following prompt displays tmos net...

Page 16: ...ure the platform to use specific speed and duplex settings on interfaces Auto MDI MDIX functionality is turned off by default Additionally when an interface is set manually it functions as a data terminal equipment DTE port This means that crossover cables are required to connect to other DTE devices for example servers and straight through cables are required for connecting to data communications...

Page 17: ...plex The following is an example of the output you may see when you issue this command on interface 1 3 net interface 1 3 media capabilities none auto 10T FD 10T HD 100TX FD 100TX HD 1000T FD 1000T HD Network interface LED behavior The appearance and behavior of the network interface LEDs on the platform indicate network traffic activity interface speed and interface duplexity RJ45 Copper interfac...

Page 18: ...operates independently of the BIG IP Traffic Management Operating System TMOS You can use the command menu to reset the unit if TMOS has locked up You can also get console access to TMOS itself so that you can configure it from the command line interface AOM consists of the host console shell hostconsh and the AOM Command Menu which contains the options for AOM AOM Command Menu options The AOM Com...

Page 19: ... to reconfigure the IP address netmask and AOM network configurator N default gateway used by AOM If you use this option while connected using SSH your session will be disconnected as a part of the network configuration operation Displays information about the platform including serial number and MAC address AOM platform information P Accessing the AOM Command Menu from the serial console You can ...

Page 20: ... for AOM 1 Open an SSH session on a management workstation connected to the same subnet as the platform s management interface 2 Type the following command where ip addr is the IP address you configured for AOM ssh root ip addr 3 Type the root password 4 Type the following command to use the hostconsh shell hostconsh 5 To open the command menu type the following key sequence Esc The AOM Command Me...

Page 21: ...950 platform you can install the unit Topics Determining which rail kit to use General recommendations for rack mounting About the front mounting kit About the quick install rail kit Installing the rail lock brackets Connecting the cables and other hardware Assigning a management IP address Licensing the platform ...

Page 22: ... the cables without excessive bending or insulation damage A shelf or similar device is required to support the unit if only one person is installing the unit Caution To prevent personal injury or damage to the unit F5 Networks strongly recommends that at least two people perform the installation Important This product is sensitive to electrostatic discharge ESD F5 Networks recommends that you use...

Page 23: ...to use the indentations could result in pinched fingers If the rack you have does not provide adequate support for the unit you may need a shelf kit We recommend that you use a shelf kit created by the rack manufacturer if available About the quick install rail kit Use the quick install rail kit if you want to be able to slide the unit in or out of the rack for maintenance activities The kit inclu...

Page 24: ...ld also attach the front bezel to the unit by grasping the bezel on either side using the indentations provided Installing the rail lock brackets The rail lock brackets help secure a rail kit mounted platform to the rack 1 Attach the rail lock brackets to each side of the unit using the rail lock screws that are included in the kit Use 18 to 20 inch pounds 2 0 to 2 3 Newton meters of torque on the...

Page 25: ... For DC powered systems wire the DC power terminal block and connect the power supply to a DC power source 4 Power on the unit You can now assign a management IP address and license the system Optionally you should run the latest version of the qkview utility This utility collects configuration and diagnostic information about your system into a single file that you can provide to F5 Support to ai...

Page 26: ... netmask and gateway to the management port you can connect a management workstation to the management interface and log on to the Configuration Utility to configure the unit Licensing the platform Once the management IP address is configured for the platform you can use the browser based Configuration Utility to license the appropriate BIG IP software 1 Using a Web browser navigate to the managem...

Page 27: ...nents which can be replaced individually without exchanging the entire system This platform contains the following replaceable components Topics About AC power supplies About DC power supplies AC power supply About the fan tray DC power supply About the hard drives Fan tray Hard drive ...

Page 28: ...plies installed and unplug the unused power supply Caution The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily be accessible Important This product is sensitive to electrostatic discharge ESD F5 Networks recommends that you use proper ESD grounding procedures and equipment when you install or maintain the unit Note Depending on the model and revision type of the power suppl...

Page 29: ...om the system by pulling straight toward you 5 Ensure that the latch on the new power supply is in the down position and slide the power supply into the power supply slot until the latch engages 6 Rotate the latch upward to fully seat the power supply 7 Tighten the screw into place The power supply is connected to the system when you tighten the screw completely 8 Attach the power cord to the new ...

Page 30: ...he platform can affect cooling and electromagnetic interference EMI If you need to run the unit with fewer power supplies you must install a blank supply bracket into any empty power supply bays The blank supply bracket is required to maintain proper airflow in the system If you do not have a blank supply bracket leave all supplies installed and unplug any unused power supplies Caution Before you ...

Page 31: ...er Small flat head screwdriver The DC power supply for the 8950 platform includes a DC terminal block You connect the wires to the terminal block and then insert the terminal block into the DC power supply 1 Review the DC power supply label and determine the correct wire size for your installation 2 Use the wire stripping tool to remove 3 8 inch 9 56 mm of insulation Important Be sure to remove th...

Page 32: ...er supply After you have assembled and wired the terminal block you can install the DC power supply into the platform and connect the platform to the DC power source The DC power supply does not have an on off switch You can control the power from the rack switch or the DC power source Important When you connect the DC power source F5 Networks recommends that you follow the safety requirements def...

Page 33: ...ch engages f Rotate the latch upward to fully seat the power supply g Tighten the screw into place Use 4 to 5 inch pounds 0 45 to 0 56 Newton meters of torque on the screw The power supply is connected to the system when you tighten the screw completely 4 Loosen the power supply screw on the DC power supply by using an appropriate screwdriver if necessary 5 Slide the DC power supply into the power...

Page 34: ...however F5 Networks highly recommends that you do not leave the unit operating without a fan tray for longer than 30 seconds Caution Operating the unit without a fan tray for more than 30 seconds may cause permanent damage 1 Stand at the back of the platform and locate the ejector handle on the fan tray 2 Loosen the fan tray screws by turning them counterclockwise with a Phillips screwdriver if ne...

Page 35: ... you received from F5 Networks to the system Figure 10 The front of a platform with front bezel removed and the orientation of the hard drive bays 1 Hard drive bay 1 2 Hard drive bay 2 Figure 11 An example of a hard drive shown partially removed from the system Identifying the faulty hard disk drive Before you remove the hard disk drive from the system you should first identify the faulty hard dis...

Page 36: ...n top of the drive 4 Before you physically remove the hard disk drive from the system type the following command to remove the faulty hard disk drive HD2 in the example from the array tmsh modify sys raid array MD1 remove HD2 5 Optionally to ensure that you remove the correct drive you can make the LED blink for that bay bay 1 in the example by typing the following command tmsh modify sys raid bay...

Page 37: ...Type the following command to see the status of the hard disk drives tmsh show sys raid disk A disk summary similar to the following displays Sys Raid Disk Name Serial Number Array Member Array Status CF1 C932427402720909XX02 no undefined HD1 WD WCAT1E420107 yes ok HD2 WD WCAT10944438 yes undefined The status of the replacement hard disk drive is undefined and the serial number should match that o...

Page 38: ...38 Platform Maintenance ...

Page 39: ...Appendix A Environmental Guidelines Topics General environmental guidelines Guidelines for AC powered equipment Guidelines for DC powered equipment NEBS platform guidelines ...

Page 40: ...nd the unit at all times Do not allow the air temperature in the room to exceed 104 F 40 C Do not plug the unit into a branch circuit shared by more electronic equipment than the circuit is designed to manage safely at one time Important This product is sensitive to electrostatic discharge ESD F5 Networks recommends that you use proper ESD grounding procedures and equipment when you install or mai...

Page 41: ...as a central office or customer premises environment Note The following guidelines apply to STATIONARY PLUGGABLE EQUIPMENT TYPE A with simultaneous multiple connections to the AC MAINS SUPPLY The building installation shall provide a means for connection to protective earth and The building installation shall provide a means for connection to protective earth and A SERVICE PERSON shall check wheth...

Page 42: ... CORE This equipment is suitable for installation in the following Network Telecommunication Facilities Locations where the National Electrical Code NEC applies Important The intra building interfaces of this platform including Ethernet are suitable for connection to intra building or unexposed wiring or cabling only with shielded and grounded cables at both ends The intra building ports of the eq...

Page 43: ...Appendix B Platform Airflow When you install a 8950 platform into a rack it is important to understand the unit s airflow direction so that you can ensure proper cooling Topics Platform Airflow Diagram ...

Page 44: ...iagram The platform employs a negative pressure fan system which draws cold air in from the front of the chassis and exhausts hot air out the back of the chassis Figure 12 Airflow in the 8950 platform 44 Platform Airflow ...

Page 45: ...orm Specifications Topics General specifications for system features Platform hardware specifications Platform operating specifications Safety requirements EMC requirements Acoustic airflow and altitude specifications ...

Page 46: ... software SNMP gets and traps iControl API using CORBA and SOAP XML ASP VB ActiveX Java VRML CGI Cool Talk Net Meeting Real Audio Real Video Netshow QuickTime PointCast or any HTTP encapsulated data Dynamic content support Watchdog timer failsafe cable primary and secondary Device redundancy Support for hot swap of the SFP modules SFP hot swap Any IP based web or application server Web server appl...

Page 47: ...witching AC power supply 2 x NEMA 5 15P power cords 2 x 850W DC 44 to 75 VDC input DC power supply Important Specifications are subject to change without notification Important F5 Networks only provides support for F5 branded optical modules Platform operating specifications This table lists operating specifications for the 8950 platform Specification Item 110VAC input 419 W Typical power draw dua...

Page 48: ...o 95 at 104 F 40 C non condensing Non operational relative humidity Important Specifications are subject to change without notification Safety requirements This platform complies with the following standards IEC 60950 1 2006 ed 2 A11 2009 CSA C22 2 No 60950 1 03 EN 60950 1 2006 ed 2 A11 2009 Important Specifications are subject to change without notification EMC requirements This equipment complie...

Page 49: ... Open air Airflow 3 Important Specifications are subject to change without notification 1 All measurements taken at 0 6 meter with one power supply operational and fans at 75 duty cycle Measurements recorded in Decibels A weighting 2 Per BELCORE GR 63 CORE section 4 1 3 This unit is functional when installed at elevations between 60m 197 feet below sea level and 1800m 6000 feet above sea level at ...

Page 50: ...50 Platform Specifications ...

Page 51: ...Appendix D China RoHS Requirements Topics Hazardous Substance Levels for China ...

Page 52: ...dous Substance Levels for China This table shows how the F5 Networks 8950 platform components conform to the Restriction of Hazardous substances Directive RoHS standards for China 52 China RoHS Requirements ...

Page 53: ... 10 DC powered equipment guidelines 42 NEBS guidelines 42 DC power supply 30 connecting the DC power source and 32 terminal block and 31 wiring the DC power supply terminal 32 DC power supply continued wiring the DC terminal block 31 DC terminal block assembling and preparing 31 device redundancy 46 duplex mode 16 dynamic content support 46 E electromagnetic compatibility EMC certifications 48 ele...

Page 54: ...ng the netmask 11 management IP address assigning 25 Memory usage screen 10 N NEBS air temperature and 40 NEBS guidelines 42 negative pressure fan system 44 netbooting 11 network interface LEDs appearance of 17 RJ45 17 SFP 18 network management and monitoring 46 O operating specifications 47 P platform cooling system and 44 installing 21 replaceable components 27 ventilation 44 ventilation and 40 ...

Page 55: ...ations acoustic 49 airflow 49 altitude operational 49 for China RoHS 52 for hardware 46 for hardware operation 47 for system features 46 standard operating state Alarm LED and 13 power supply LED and 13 Status LED and 13 Statistics screen 10 Status LED standard operating state and 13 when intermittently blinking yellow 14 when solid green 14 when solid yellow 14 switches 9 system resetting 18 Syst...

Page 56: ...56 Index ...

Search results

Summary of Contents for BIG-IP 8950

Reviews:

Related manuals for BIG-IP 8950

Brands by name

Popular brands

F5 BIG-IP 8950, Platform Manual

Search results

Summary of Contents for BIG-IP 8950

Reviews:

Related manuals for BIG-IP 8950

Brands by name

Popular brands