53-1001811-01 January 31, 2010 BigIron RX Installation Guide Supporting BigIron RX running software release 02.7.
Notes, Cautions, and Warnings NOTE A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer. CAUTION See the safety and regulatory information that shipped with your system. For additional regulatory information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on www.dell.com at the following location: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION A CAUTION indicates potential damage to hardware or loss of data if instructions are not followed.
Contents About This Document In this chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix Audience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix Supported hardware and software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix Document conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix Text formatting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing a BigIron RX-4 switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Preparing the installation site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Unpacking a BigIron RX-4 switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Chassis lifting guidelines for BigIron RX-4 switches . . . . . . . . . 30 Installing a BigIron RX-4 chassis in a rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Installing BigIron RX-4 modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 3 Using the Brocade Structured Cabling Components In this chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Cable Cinch overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 mRJ-21 procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Cable Cinch with two mRJ-21 cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Cable Cinch with three mRJ-21 cables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Managing the BigIron RX Series chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113 Displaying chassis status and temperature readings . . . . . . .113 Displaying the Syslog configuration and static and dynamic buffers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115 Managing the cooling system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Configuring the cooling system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Manually setting the fan speed . . . . .
Replacing cooling system components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150 Replacing fan assemblies in the BigIron RX- 32 . . . . . . . . . . .150 Replacing fan assemblies in the BigIron RX-16 . . . . . . . . . . . .153 Replacing the fan assembly in the BigIron RX-4 and BigIron RX-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155 Replacing the air filters in a BigIron RX Series switch. . . . . . .
Scheduling a system reload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .198 Reloading at a specific time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .198 Reloading after a specific amount of time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .198 Displaying the amount of time remaining before a scheduled reload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .199 Canceling a scheduled reload. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
About This Document In this chapter • Audience. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • Supported hardware and software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • Document conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • Notice to the reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • Related publications . . . . .
Text formatting The narrative-text formatting conventions that are used are as follows: bold text Identifies command names Identifies the names of user-manipulated GUI elements Identifies keywords Identifies text to enter at the GUI or CLI italic text Provides emphasis Identifies variables Identifies document titles code text Identifies CLI output For readability, command names in the narrative portions of this guide are presented in bold: for example, show version.
These references are made for informational purposes only. Corporation Referenced trademarks and products Phillips Screw Company, Inc Phillips Related publications The following Brocade documents supplement the information in this guide: • BigIron RX Series Configuration Guide. • IronView MIB Reference Manual. • IronView Network Manager User Guide. NOTE For the latest edition of these documents, which contain the most up-to-date information, refer to Product Manuals at kp.foundrynet.com.
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Chapter Product Overview 1 In this chapter • Product overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 • Hardware features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 • Supported software features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1 Hardware features Hardware features The BigIron RX Series switches are composed of the following major hardware components: • • • • • • • Chassis Management modules Interface modules Switch fabric module Power supplies Cooling system, which is composed of temperature sensors, fans, and fan control modules Rack mount kit The following sections provide more information about these components.
Hardware features FIGURE 2 1 BigIron RX-8 chassis 1 2 4 3 5 7 6 9 8 11 10 13 12 14 15 16 1 Interface slot 1 10 Interface slot 7 2 Interface slot 2 11 Interface slot 8 3 Interface slot 3 12 Management slot 1 4 Interface slot 4 13 Management slot 2 5 Switch fabric slot 1 14 Power supply slot 1 6 Switch fabric slot 2 15 Power supply slot 2 7 Switch fabric slot 3 16 Power supply slot 3 8 Interface slot 5 17 Power supply slot 4 9 Interface slot 6 18 ESD connec
1 Hardware features FIGURE 3 BigIron RX-16 chassis 1 3 5 7 17 19 9 11 13 12 14 23 15 21 22 2 4 6 8 18 4 20 10 16 1 Interface slot 1 13 Interface slot 13 2 Interface slot 2 14 Interface slot 14 3 Interface slot 3 15 Interface slot 15 4 Interface slot 4 16 Interface slot 16 5 Interface slot 5 17 Switch fabric slot 1 6 Interface slot 6 18 Switch fabric slot 2 7 Interface slot 7 19 Switch fabric slot 3 8 Interface slot 8 20 Switch fabric slot 4 9 Interface s
Hardware features FIGURE 4 1 BigIron RX-32 chassis Pwr Active Pwr Active 1 3 5 7 33 35 9 11 13 15 Pwr Active Pwr Active 2 4 6 8 34 41 36 10 12 14 16 43 43 44 Pwr Active Pwr Active 17 19 21 23 37 39 25 27 29 31 Pwr Active Pwr Active 18 20 22 24 38 42 40 26 28 30 32 47 46 45 49 AC OK AC OK AC OK AC OK DC OK DC OK DC OK DC OK ALM ALM ALM ALM AC OK AC OK AC OK AC OK DC OK DC OK DC OK DC OK ALM ALM ALM ALM 50 48 52 51 1 Interface slot 1 19 Interface slot 19 3
1 Hardware features 8 Interface slot 8 26 Interface slot 26 44 ESD strap connector 9 Interface slot 9 27 Interface slot 27 45 Power supply 1 10 Interface slot 10 28 Interface slot 28 46 Power supply 2 11 Interface slot 11 29 Interface slot 29 47 Power supply 3 12 Interface slot 12 30 Interface slot 30 48 Power supply 4 13 Interface slot 13 31 Interface slot 31 49 Power supply 5 14 Interface slot 14 32 Interface slot 32 50 Power supply 6 15 Interface slot 15 33
Hardware features 1 • Up to three switch fabric modules. • Up to eight interface modules. • Up to four power supplies (AC or DC). Before installing any modules or power supplies, you must remove the slot blank or blank power supply faceplate, respectively. BigIron RX-16 Upon shipment from the factory, the following components are installed in the BigIron RX-16 chassis as described: • Three switch fabric modules. • A slot blank in each interface module slot.
1 Hardware features CAUTION If you do not install a module in a slot, you must keep the slot blank in place. If you run the chassis with an uncovered slot, the system may overheat. Figure 1, Figure 2, Figure 3, and Figure 4 show the BigIron RX Series chassis and the slots into which you install the various modules. You must install the primary power supplies and the redundant power supplies as described in the figures.
Hardware features 1 Figure 5 shows the management module’s front panel. FIGURE 5 Management module front panel Pwr Console 10/100/1000 Port 1 Active Port 2 RX-BI-MR The front panel includes the following control features: • • • • Two PCMCIA slots A Console port A 10/100/1000 Ethernet port Six LEDs PCMCIA slots The PCMCIA slots support a flash PC card. The flash PC card provides storage space in addition to the system’s flash memory.
1 Hardware features LEDs Table 1 describes the LEDs on the management module’s front panel. TABLE 1 Management module LEDs LED Position State Meaning Port 1 and Port 2 Each adjacent to the PCMCIA slot that is represents On or blinking You have inserted a PCMCIA flash card in a slot or initiated a task related to the file management system on a flash card. As a result, the software is currently accessing the flash card.
Hardware features 1 2-port 10 Gigabit Ethernet module Figure 6 shows the 2-port 10 Gigabit Ethernet module’s front panel with XFP modules installed. FIGURE 6 2-port 10 Gigabit Ethernet module front panel The front panel includes the following control features: • Four LEDs • Two 10 Gigabit Ethernet XFP slots LEDs The module’s front panel includes two LEDs that indicate the status of each port. Table 2 describes the LEDs on the 10 Gigabit Ethernet module’s front panel.
1 Hardware features TABLE 3 10 Gigabit Ethernet module LEDs LED Position State Meaning Link Left of each Ethernet port On A link is established with the remote port. Off A link is not established with the remote port. Left of each Ethernet port On or blinking The port is transmitting and receiving packets. Off for an extended period The port is not transmitting or receiving packets.
Hardware features TABLE 4 1 10 Gigabit Ethernet module LEDs LED Position State Meaning Link Below each Ethernet port On A link is established with the remote port. Off A link is not established with the remote port. Below each Ethernet port On or blinking The port is transmitting and receiving packets. Active Off for an extended period The port is not transmitting or receiving packets.
1 Hardware features The following optic modules versions are available from Brocade: • Short wavelength (86 – 300 meters) – Brocade part number 10G-XFP-SR • Long wavelength (10 kilometers) – Brocade part number 10G-XFP-LR • Extra long wavelength (40 kilometers) – Brocade part number 10G-XFP-ER Gigabit Ethernet interface module (SFP) The 24-port 1 Gigabit Ethernet mini-GBIC (or SFP) is auto-sensing, auto-negotiating Ethernet port and will select the FE or GE mode of operation based on the link signal rec
Hardware features 1 Gigabit Ethernet interface module (RJ-45) Figure 9 shows the 24-port 1 Gigabit Ethernet module’s front panel. FIGURE 9 24-port 1 Gigabit Ethernet module front panel The front panel includes the following control features: • LEDs • 24 1-Gigabit Ethernet ports TABLE 6 Gigabit Ethernet module LEDs LED Position State Meaning Link Left of each Ethernet port On A link is established with the remote port. Off A link is not established with the remote port.
1 Hardware features The front panel includes eight Mini RJ-21 Connectors that support six 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet ports each. Figure 10 shows the ports that are supported per RJ-21 connector. A cable connects from the RJ-21 connector on the interface module to a Mini RJ-21 connector on a patch panel. At the patch panel, the ports are broken out into individual RJ-45 connectors for each port.
Hardware features FIGURE 11 1 Switch fabric module front panel Pwr Active BI-SWF The front panel includes two LEDs, which Table 7 describes. TABLE 7 Switch fabric module LEDs LED Position State Meaning Pwr Above Active LED On The module is receiving power. Off The module is not receiving power. On The chassis switch fabric is active and ready to switch user packets. Off for an extended period The chassis switch fabric is not active and cannot switch user packets.
1 Hardware features Each power supply has three LEDs on its faceplate that provide status for the input power, output power and notification of alarms sent. If the input power and output power LEDs are on (a steady green), the power supply is providing power to the chassis components. The power supplies are hot swappable, which means you can remove and replace them without powering down the system.
Hardware features FIGURE 12 1 Fan component locations for the BigIron RX-4 1 1 Fan module FIGURE 13 Fan component locations for the BigIron RX-8 1 1 BigIron RX Installation Guide 53-1001811-01 Fan module 19
1 Hardware features FIGURE 14 Front fan component locations for the BigIron RX-16 1 1 Front fan assembly FIGURE 15 Rear fan component locations for the BigIron RX-16 1 1 20 Fan modules BigIron RX Installation Guide 53-1001811-01
Hardware features FIGURE 16 1 Rear fan component locations for the BigIron RX-32 2 1 4 3 6 5 8 7 10 9 1 Fan module 1 6 Fan module 6 2 Fan module 2 7 Fan module 7 3 Fan module 3 8 Fan module 8 4 Fan module 4 9 Fan module 9 5 Fan module 5 10 Fan module 10 Upon system startup, the fans in the BigIron RX Series switches operate at high speed, then the management module lowers the fan speed to low speed.
1 Hardware features By default, the BigIron RX Series switch polls the temperature sensor on each module every 60 seconds to get a temperature reading. Depending on the temperature readings for the modules, the system can do the following: • • • • Leave the fan speed as is Increase the fan speed Decrease the fan speed Shut down a module to prevent damage If the temperature of a module exceeds specified high temperature thresholds, the system generates a Syslog message and SNMP trap.
Supported software features 1 • BigIron RX-16 – up to 3 BigIron RX-16 chassis • BigIron RX-8 – up to 6 BigIron RX-8 chassis • BigIron RX-4 – up to 10 BigIron RX-4 chassis Supported software features For a complete list of software features supported on the BigIron RX Series switch, refer to the software release notes for this device. For information about configuring basic, non-protocol software features supported on this device,refer to the BigIron RX Series Configuration Guide.
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Chapter 2 Installing a BigIron RX Series Switch In this chapter • Installation precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • Installing a BigIron RX-4 switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • Installing a BigIron RX-8 switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • Installing a BigIron RX-16 switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2 Installation precautions General precautions DANGER All fiber-optic interfaces use Class 1 Lasers. CAUTION Do not install the device in an environment where the operating ambient temperature might exceed 40o C (104o F). CAUTION Make sure the air flow around the front, sides, and back of the device is not restricted. CAUTION If you do not install a module in a slot, you must keep the slot blank in place. If you run the chassis with an uncovered slot, the system may overheat.
Installation precautions 2 DANGER Make sure that the power source circuits are properly grounded, then use the power cord supplied with the device to connect it to the power source. DANGER If the installation requires a different power cord than the one supplied with the device, make sure you use a power cord displaying the mark of the safety agency that defines the regulations for power cords in your country. The mark is your assurance that the power cord can be used safely with the device.
2 Installing a BigIron RX-4 switch CAUTION For a DC system, the gauge of wire will be determined by the power source as well as the power supply draw (refer to Table 9). Use a grounding wire of at least 6 American Wire Gauge (AWG). The AWG wire should be attached to an agency-approved crimp connector (provided on the BigIron RX Series chassis), crimped with the proper tool. The single crimp connector should allow for securement to both ground screws on the enclosure.
Installing a BigIron RX-4 switch • • • • • • 2 “Installing a BigIron RX-4 chassis in a rack” “Installing BigIron RX-4 modules” “Installing power supplies in a BigIron RX-4 chassis” “Connecting AC power to a BigIron RX-4 chassis” “Connecting DC power to a BigIron RX-4 chassis” “Final steps” Preparing the installation site Cabling infrastructure Ensure that the proper cabling is installed in the site.
2 Installing a BigIron RX-4 switch Chassis lifting guidelines for BigIron RX-4 switches DANGER A fully-populated BigIron RX-4, chassis is heavy. TWO OR MORE PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED WHEN LIFTING, HANDLING, OR MOUNTING THESE DEVICES. Follow these guidelines for lifting and moving a BigIron RX-4 chassis: • Before lifting or moving the switch, disconnect all external cables.
Installing a BigIron RX-4 switch 2 To perform this task, you need a #2 Phillips-head screwdriver. FIGURE 17 Removing the extra screws used for shipment 1 2 3 1 Chassis front 2 Shipping screws 3 Chassis rear Mounting a BigIron RX-4 chassis in a rack Follow the steps given below to mount a BigIron RX-4 chassis in a rack. 1.
2 Installing a BigIron RX-4 switch 3. Starting with the chassis that you want to mount in the lowest position in the rack, mount the chassis in the rack as shown in Figure 19. With two or more people lifting the chassis, slip the wide portion of each keyhole slot over the corresponding screw in the rack. FIGURE 19 Mounting the BigIron RX-4 or BigIron RX-8 chassis in a rack 1 1 Standard 19 inch rack 4. Slide the chassis down so that the screw heads are in the narrow portion of the keyhole slots. 5.
Installing a BigIron RX-4 switch 2 Although the slot blanks are different in size, the procedure for removing them from the BigIron RX-4 chassis is the same. Therefore, this section provides one procedure that applies to all slot blanks. You will need a flat-head screwdriver to perform this task. Follow the steps given below to remove a slot blank. 1. Loosen the screws on either end of the slot blank by hand or with a flat-head screwdriver. 2.
2 Installing a BigIron RX-4 switch • An ESD wrist strap with a plug for connection to the ESD connector on the BigIron RX-4 chassis. DANGER For safety reasons, the ESD wrist strap should contain a 1 meg ohm series resistor. • A large flat-head screwdriver. Follow the steps given below to install a module in the BigIron RX-4 chassis. 1. Put on the ESD wrist strap and ground yourself by inserting the plug into the ESD connector on the chassis front. 2. Remove the module from its packaging. 3.
Installing a BigIron RX-4 switch 2 Installing power supplies in a BigIron RX-4 chassis The BigIron RX-4 accommodates three power supplies (AC or DC) with one required and two redundant. It is shipped with one power supply. You must purchase one or two additional power supplies if you want your BigIron RX-4 equipped for redundancy. You need a small Phillips or flat-head screwdriver to perform this task. Follow the steps given below to install a power supply in the BigIron RX-4 chassis. 1.
2 Installing a BigIron RX-4 switch Connecting AC power to a BigIron RX-4 chassis AC power is supplied through an AC power cord that is installed at the rear of the BigIron RX-4 chassis. 1. At the rear of the BigIron RX-4 chassis locate the power receptacle on the left side of the AC power supply. 2. Lift the cord-retainer and connect a Brocade-supplied AC power cord to the power supply. 3. Snap the cord-retainer over the power plug to hold it in place.
Installing a BigIron RX-4 switch 2 Follow the steps given below to connect a DC power source. NOTE The layout of the LEDs on your BigIron RX-4 DC power supply may be different from what is shown in Figure 23, due to multiple vendors; but the function is the same. 1. Use a flat-blade screwdriver to remove the two screws holding the transparent cover over the power supply lugs.
2 Installing a BigIron RX-8 switch Installing a BigIron RX-8 switch This section describes the following tasks: • • • • • • • • • “Preparing the installation site” “Unpacking a BigIron RX-8 switch” “Chassis lifting guidelines for BigIron RX-8 switches” “Installing the BigIron RX-8 chassis in a rack” “Installing BigIron RX-8 modules” “Installing power supplies in the BigIron RX-8 chassis” “Connecting AC power to a BigIron RX-8 chassis” “Connecting DC power to a BigIron RX-8 chassis” “Final steps” Prepar
Installing a BigIron RX-8 switch 2 Follow the steps given below to unpack a BigIron RX-8 chassis. 1. Move the pallet to a staging area as close to the installation site as possible. 2. Position the shipping carton with the arrows pointing up. 3. Remove the strap that secures the shipping carton to the pallet. 4. Remove the plastic cover and shipping carton. 5. Save the shipping carton, pallet, and packing materials in case you need to move or ship the chassis at a later time.
2 Installing a BigIron RX-8 switch To perform this task, you need a #2 Phillips-head screwdriver. FIGURE 25 Removing the extra screws used for shipment 1 2 3 1 Chassis front 2 Chassis rear 3 Shipping screws Mounting a BigIron RX-8 chassis in a rack Follow the steps given below to mount a BigIron RX-8, chassis in a rack. 1.
Installing a BigIron RX-8 switch 2 3. Starting with the chassis that you want to mount in the lowest position in the rack, mount the chassis in the rack as shown in Figure 27. With two or more people lifting the chassis, slip the wide portion of each keyhole slot over the corresponding screw in the rack. FIGURE 27 Mounting the BigIron RX-4 or BigIron RX-8 chassis in a rack 1 1 Standard 19-inch rack 4. Slide the chassis down so that the screw heads are in the narrow portion of the keyhole slots. 5.
2 Installing a BigIron RX-8 switch Although the slot blanks are different in size, the procedure for removing them from the BigIron RX-8 chassis is the same. Therefore, this section provides one procedure that applies to all slot blanks. You will need a flat-head screwdriver to perform this task. Follow the steps given below to remove a slot blank. 1. Loosen the screws on either end of the slot blank by hand or with a flat-head screwdriver. 2.
Installing a BigIron RX-8 switch 2 Before installing a module in the BigIron RX-8 chassis, have the following on hand: • An ESD wrist strap with a plug for connection to the ESD connector on the BigIron RX-8 chassis. DANGER For safety reasons, the ESD wrist strap should contain a 1 meg ohm series resistor. • A large flat-head screwdriver. Follow the steps given below to install a module in the BigIron RX-8 chassis. 1.
2 Installing a BigIron RX-8 switch Installing power supplies in the BigIron RX-8 chassis The BigIron RX-8 accommodates three power supplies (AC or DC) with one required and two redundant. It is shipped with one power supply. You must purchase one or two additional power supplies if you want your BigIron RX-8 equipped for redundancy. Follow the steps given below to install a power supply in the BigIron RX-8 chassis. 1. Remove the blank power supply faceplate, and expose the empty power supply slot. 2.
Installing a BigIron RX-8 switch 7. 2 For information about connecting power to the chassis, refer to “Connecting AC power to a BigIron RX-8 chassis” on page 45, or “Connecting DC power to a BigIron RX-8 chassis” on page 46. Connecting AC power to a BigIron RX-8 chassis AC power is supplied through an AC power cord that is installed at the rear of the BigIron RX-8 chassis. 1. At the rear of the BigIron RX-8 chassis, locate the power receptacle where the power supplies have been installed. 2.
2 Installing a BigIron RX-8 switch Connecting DC power to a BigIron RX-8 chassis You can use a DC power source for the BigIron RX-8 chassis. This is supported through use of a DC-to-DC power supply. DC power must be supplied at 48 V and 30 A. The DC-to-DC supply provides the DC power to the chassis at 12 V and 100 A. DANGER The procedure in this section is for qualified service personnel. Follow the steps given below to connect a DC power source. 1.
Installing a BigIron RX-16 switch 2 Final steps Follow the steps listed below to complete the installation: • “Attaching a management station” • “Powering-on the power source” • “Verifying proper operation” Installing a BigIron RX-16 switch This section describes the following tasks: • • • • • • • • • “Preparing the installation site” “Unpacking a BigIron RX-16 switch” “Chassis lifting guidelines for BigIron RX-16 switches” “Installing a BigIron RX-16 chassis in a rack” “Installing BigIron RX-16 modul
2 Installing a BigIron RX-16 switch Unpacking a BigIron RX-16 switch The BigIron RX-16 switch ships with several items. Review the list below, and verify the contents. If any items are missing, contact the place of purchase: • BigIron RX-16 chassis with the appropriate number of switch fabric modules already installed in the slot marked SF and a slot blank installed in all other module slots. • Rack mount kit, including two L-shaped brackets and mounting screws.
Installing a BigIron RX-16 switch 2 Installing a BigIron RX-16 chassis in a rack Preparing to mount a BigIron RX-16 chassis in a rack Keep the following in mind when mounting a BigIron RX-16 chassis in a rack: DANGER A fully-populated BigIron RX-16 chassis is heavy. TWO OR MORE PEOPLE ARE REQUIRED WHEN LIFTING, HANDLING, OR MOUNTING THESE DEVICES. Do not use the handles on the power supply units to lift or carry chassis devices.
2 Installing a BigIron RX-16 switch Mounting a BigIron RX-16 chassis in a rack Follow the steps given below to mount a BigIron RX-16 chassis in a rack. 1. Determine the position of each chassis in the rack, for example, a chassis with the fewest modules on top, a chassis with more modules than the top chassis in the middle, and a fully populated chassis on the bottom. 2.
Installing a BigIron RX-16 switch FIGURE 34 2 Mounting the BigIron RX-16 or BigIron RX-32 chassis in a rack 4. Slide the chassis down so that the screw heads are in the narrow portion of the keyhole slots. 5. Tighten the screws to secure the chassis in place. NOTE To provide better grounding of the chassis to the rack, attach the chassis to the rack using star washers. Additionally, if any single hole grounding lugs are used star washers shall be used as a means to prevent rotation of the lug. 6.
2 Installing a BigIron RX-16 switch Installing BigIron RX-16 modules This section provides one procedure that applies to all modules. The sequence for installing more than one module is important to ensure proper fit. For the BigIron RX-16 chassis, starting with the lowest row, and moving upwards, install the modules left-to-right starting with the bottom row NOTE The BigIron RX Series modules are dedicated, which means that you must install them in the BigIron RX Series chassis only.
Installing a BigIron RX-16 switch 2 3. With the ejectors in the outward position, insert the module into the appropriate chassis slot and slide the card along the card guide until the ejectors on either side of the module move close to the module front panel. Refer to special instructions, “Populating a BigIron RX-16 chassis” on page 53. NOTE When inserting the module into the chassis, make sure that the faceplate doesnot overlap with the faceplate of an adjacent interface module. 4.
2 Installing a BigIron RX-16 switch Rules for populating a BigIron RX-16 chassis 1. Install a management module in management slot 2. 2. Install interface modules in interface slots 2, 4, 6, and 8. 3. Install switch fabric modules in the switch fabric slots 2 and 4. 4. Install interface modules in interface slots 10, 12, 14, and 16. 5. Install a management module in management slot 1. 6. Install interface modules in interface slots 1, 3, 5, and 7. 7.
Installing a BigIron RX-16 switch 2 CAUTION Carefully follow the mechanical guides on each side of the power supply slot and make sure the power supply is properly inserted in the guides. Never insert the power supply upside down. 4. After the power supply is fully inserted, push the power supply front panel toward the back of the chassis. This action causes the power supply connector to latch into the backplane connector. 5.
2 Installing a BigIron RX-16 switch DANGER If the installation requires a different power cord than the one supplied with the device, make sure you use a power cord displaying the mark of the safety agency that defines the regulations for power cords in your country. The mark is your assurance that the power cord can be used safely with the device. 4. For information about powering on the system, refer to “Powering-on the power source” on page 79.
Installing a BigIron RX-32 switch FIGURE 39 2 Crimping the power supply wire in the lug 1 1 #8 AWG power supply wire 4. Re-attach the transparent cover over the power supply lugs that was removed in Step 1. 5. Connect the wire to your DC power source, making sure to connect the -48V cable to the negative terminal on the power supply and the 0V cable to the positive terminal as marked on the power supply.
2 Installing a BigIron RX-32 switch Installation location Before installing the switch, plan its location and orientation relative to other devices and equipment. For cooling purposes, allow a minimum of six inches of space between the sides, front, and the back of the chassis and walls or other obstructions. If a chassis is installed within a perforated enclosure, the perforations must have openings of at least 60 percent of the surface.
Installing a BigIron RX-32 switch 2 The BigIron RX-32 chassis ships in a wooden crate, bolted to an inner pallet, and resting on an outer pallet. Follow the steps given below to uncrate the chassis. NOTE To uncrate the BigIron RX-32 chassis, the crate must be in the upright (vertical) position. 1. Position the crate so that you have access to the front and the rear. There must be enough space to the rear of the pallet to slide and remove the crate. 2.
2 Installing a BigIron RX-32 switch • Mounting a BigIron RX-32 chassis in a rack Preparing to mount a BigIron RX-32 chassis in a rack Keep the following in mind when mounting a BigIron RX-32 chassis in a rack: DANGER Make sure the rack or cabinet housing the device is adequately secured to prevent it from becoming unstable or falling over. DANGER Mount the devices you install in a rack or cabinet as low as possible. Place the heaviest device at the bottom and progressively place lighter devices above.
Installing a BigIron RX-32 switch 2 Follow the steps given below to install a BigIron RX-32 chassis. 1. Ensure the rack is in its permanent location and is secured to the building. Ensure that the installation site allows adequate clearance for both airflow, installation, and maintenance. 2. Move the pallet and chassis as close to the installation site as possible. 3.
2 Installing a BigIron RX-32 switch 10. If you are installing the chassis in a four-post rack or cabinet, install a mounting screw and a cage nut into each of the holes aligned with the threaded holes in the spacer bars. If you are installing the chassis in an open-frame rack, install four standard #12-24 pan-head screws into the keyhole mounting holes aligned with the rack. 11. Visually inspect the alignment of the chassis.
Installing a BigIron RX-32 switch 2 NOTE When inserting the module into the chassis, make sure that the faceplate doesnot overlap with the faceplate of an adjacent interface module. 5. Push the ejectors in until they are flush with the module front panel. This action will fully seat the module in the backplane. Modules have a snug fit for maximum EMI protection.
2 Installing a BigIron RX-32 switch BigIron RX-32 module installation details NOTE Do not insert interface modules running releases below 02.3.00 into slots 17 to 32 of a BigIron RX-32 chassis. They should only be inserted into slots 1 to 16. NOTE Any empty slots must contain slot blanks to ensure proper air flow within the chassis.
Installing a BigIron RX-32 switch FIGURE 43 2 BigIron RX-32 chassis Pwr Active Pwr Active 1 3 5 7 33 35 9 11 13 15 Pwr Active Pwr Active 2 4 6 8 34 41 36 10 12 14 16 43 43 44 Pwr Active Pwr Active 17 19 21 23 37 39 25 27 29 31 Pwr Active Pwr Active 18 20 22 24 38 42 40 26 28 30 32 47 46 45 49 AC OK AC OK AC OK AC OK DC OK DC OK DC OK DC OK ALM ALM ALM ALM AC OK AC OK AC OK AC OK DC OK DC OK DC OK DC OK ALM ALM ALM ALM 50 52 51 1 Interface slot 1 27 Interf
2 Installing a BigIron RX-32 switch 8 Interface slot 8 34 Switch fabric slot 2 9 Interface slot 9 35 Switch fabric slot 3 10 Interface slot 10 36 Switch fabric slot 4 11 Interface slot 11 37 Switch fabric slot 5 12 Interface slot 12 38 Switch fabric slot 6 13 Interface slot 13 39 Switch fabric slot 7 14 Interface slot 14 40 Switch fabric slot 8 15 Interface slot 15 41 Management slot 1 16 Interface slot 16 42 Management slot 2 17 Interface slot 17 43 Captive screws
Installing a BigIron RX-32 switch 2 When using the tool to extract the boot or plug of a modular connector, cover the entire length of the boot or plug with the tool. Notice that one end of the tool has a "hook" side. Use this side to compress the locking tab while you remove the connector.
2 Installing a BigIron RX-32 switch Details of cable routing are as follows: CAUTION Be sure not to exceed the minimum recommended bend radius for the cables: 2 in. for MRJ-21 cables, and 1.5 in. for Category 5 (RJ-45) and fiber-optic cables. Cable routing for the upper-left quadrant Route slot cards in the numerical order starting with the cables of Slot Card #1. 1. Route slot cards #1 and #2 cables directly to the left through the side comb. Refer to Figure 46.
Installing a BigIron RX-32 switch FIGURE 47 2 Routing upper-left quadrant cables up 1 2 3 4 1 Upper left quadrant 3 Comb B (Slot #5 and #6 cables) 2 Comb C (Slot #7 and #8 cables) 4 Comb A (Slot #3 and #4 cables) 2. Route slot card #3 and #4 cables up through Comb A. Refer to Figure 47. 3. Route slot card #5 and #6 cables up through Comb B. 4. Route slot card #7 and #8 cables up through Comb C.
2 Installing a BigIron RX-32 switch Cable routing for the upper-right quadrant Route slot cards in the numerical order starting with the cables of Slot Card #15. 1. Route slot card #15 and #16 cables directly to the right through the side comb. Refer to Figure 48.
Installing a BigIron RX-32 switch FIGURE 49 2 Routing upper-right quadrant cables up 1 2 3 4 1 Upper right quadrant 3 Comb B (Slot #11 and #12 cables) 2 Comb C (Slot #9 and #10 cables) 4 Comb A (Slot #13 and #14 cables) 2. Route slot card #13 and #14 cables up through Comb A. Refer to Figure 49. 3. Route slot card #11 and #12 cables up through Comb B. 4. Route slot card #9 and #10 cables up through Comb C.
2 Installing a BigIron RX-32 switch Cable routing for the lower-left quadrant 1. Route slot card #18 and #17 cables directly to the left through the side comb. Refer to Figure 50.
Installing a BigIron RX-32 switch FIGURE 51 2 Routing lower-left quadrant cables down 1 2 3 4 1 Lower left quadrant 3 Comb B (Slot #21 and #22 cables) 2 Comb A (Slot #19 and #20 cables) 4 Comb C (Slot #23 and #24 cables) 2. Route slot card #20 and #19 cables down through Comb A. Refer to Figure 51. 3. Route slot card #22 and #21 cables down through Comb B. 4. Route slot card #24 and #23 cables down through Comb C.
2 Installing a BigIron RX-32 switch Cable routing for the lower-right quadrant 1. Route slot card #32 and #31 cables directly to the right through the side comb. Refer to Figure 52.
Installing a BigIron RX-32 switch FIGURE 53 2 Routing lower-right quadrant cables down 1 2 3 4 1 Lower right quadrant 3 Comb B (Slot #27 and #28 cables) 2 Comb A (Slot #29 and #30 cables) 4 Comb C (Slot #25 and #26 cables) 2. Route slot card #30 and #29 cables down through Comb A. Refer to Figure 53. 3. Route slot card #28 and #27 cables down Comb B. 4. Route slot card #26 and #25 cables down through Comb C. Installing power supplies in a BigIron RX-32 chassis DANGER High Touch Current.
2 Installing a BigIron RX-32 switch FIGURE 54 Installing a power supply in a BigIron RX-32 chassis 2 3 AC OK DC OK ALM Pwr Active Pwr Active 4 1 Pwr Active Pwr Active 5 Pwr Active Pwr Active Pwr Active Pwr Active 6 7 8 9 1 Power supply indicators 6 Latch handle locked 2 AC OK 7 Power supply blank cover 3 DC OK 8 Pull down on plunger to remove 4 ALM 9 Power supply 5 Latch handle open CAUTION Carefully follow the mechanical guides on each side of the power supply slot and m
Attaching a management station 2 6. Gently pull the release latch on the power supply front panel upward and toward the top of the power supply front panel. This action locks the power supply in place. 7. For information about connecting power to the chassis, refer to “Connecting AC power to a BigIron RX-32 chassis” on page 77. 8. For information about powering on the system, refer to “Powering-on the power source” on page 79.
2 Attaching a management station • You can connect the BigIron RX Series switch to your existing management network and manage the switch, along with other network devices, from a management station. To do this, you must connect the management module’s 10BaseT/100BaseTX/1000BaseTX Ethernet (management) port to an Ethernet network.
Powering-on the power source 2 Attaching the management module’s Ethernet Port to a network The management module’s 10BaseT/100BaseTX/1000BaseTX Ethernet (management) port (RJ-45 UTP connector) allows you to connect the management port to a network. A management station in your existing management network can then access a BigIron RX Series switch using the IronView Network Manager.
2 Verifying proper operation Insert the other end into a 115V or 120V wall outlet. Repeat this step for each installed AC power supply. DANGER If the installation requires a different power cord than the one supplied with the device, make sure you use a power cord displaying the mark of the safety agency that defines the regulations for power cords in your country. The mark is your assurance that the power cord can be used safely with the device.
Verifying proper operation TABLE 13 LED 2 Desired and abnormal LED states after system power on Desired state Meaning Abnormal state Meaning or action Management module Active The Active LED on one of the installed management modules should be on. The module is functioning as the active management module. Off Neither of the management modules is managing the switch fabric and interface modules. A problem could have occurred during initialization.
2 Verifying proper operation TABLE 13 Desired and abnormal LED states after system power on (Continued) LED Desired state Meaning Abnormal state Meaning or action Pwr On The module is receiving power. Off The module is not receiving power. You can do the following: • Make certain that the module is installed properly.
Verifying proper operation TABLE 13 2 Desired and abnormal LED states after system power on (Continued) LED Desired state Meaning Abnormal state Meaning or action Link On A link is established with the remote port. Off At this stage of the installation, you have not yet cabled the interface module ports, so this LED will be off. After cabling this port, if this LED is off, a link is not established with the remote port. For more information, refer to Table 16 on page 109.
2 Verifying proper operation TABLE 13 Desired and abnormal LED states after system power on (Continued) LED Desired state Meaning Abnormal state Meaning or action DC OK Green (steady) The power supply is providing DC power to the BigIron RX Series chassis. Off The power supply is not supplying power to the chassis. If the AC OK LED is lit Green, then there is a problem with the power supply and it must be replaced. ALM ALM The power supply is in normal operating condition.
Verifying proper operation TABLE 13 2 Desired and abnormal LED states after system power on (Continued) LED Desired state Meaning Abnormal state Meaning or action Off or amber The fans are not receiving power (off), or the fans are not working and not responding to controls from the fan control module (amber). You can do the following: • If the LED is off, check the power LED on the other modules to make sure they are receiving power.
2 Verifying proper operation If you do not see this prompt, do the following. 1. Make sure the cable is securely connected to your PC or terminal and the Console port or Ethernet port. 2. Check the settings in your terminal emulation program. In addition to the session settings listed in “Attaching a PC or terminal to the Console port or Ethernet port” on page 78, make sure the terminal emulation session is running on the same serial port you attached to the Console port.
Verifying proper operation 2 • CARD_STATE_FAILED – The management module was unable to bring up an interface module properly. If you observe this status, make certain that the interface module is installed properly. For more information, refer to “Installing BigIron RX-4 modules” on page 33, “Installing BigIron RX-8 modules” on page 42, “Installing BigIron RX-16 modules” on page 52, or “Installing BigIron RX-32 modules” on page 62.
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Chapter 3 Using the Brocade Structured Cabling Components In this chapter • Cable Cinch overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 • mRJ-21 procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 • RJ-45 procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3 mRJ-21 procedures mRJ-21 procedures The following procedure demonstrates securing up to eight RJ-21 cables into the Cable CInch. When securing fewer than the maximum cables, follow the procedure to secure the desired number of cables and simply wrap the remaining Velcro strap around the Cable CInch. Use the additional slots in the clip to secure groups of cables as required.
mRJ-21 procedures 3 Cable Cinch with three mRJ-21 cables Three mRJ-21 cables may be secured as shown in Figure 58. FIGURE 58 Three mRJ-21 cables Cable Cinch with four mRJ-21 cables Four mRJ-21 cables may be secured as shown in Figure 59.
3 mRJ-21 procedures Cable Cinch with five mRJ-21 cables Five mRJ-21 cables may be secured as shown in Figure 60. FIGURE 60 Five mRJ-21 cables Cable Cinch with six mRJ-21 cables Six mRJ-21 cables may be secured as shown in Figure 61.
mRJ-21 procedures 3 Cable Cinch with seven mRJ-21 cables Seven mRJ-21 cables may be secured as shown in Figure 62. FIGURE 62 Seven mRJ-21 cables Cable Cinch with eight mRJ-21 cables Eight mRJ-21 cables may be secured as shown in Figure 63.
3 RJ-45 procedures RJ-45 procedures Use the following guidelines when using the cable cinch clips with RJ-45 cables. Cable Cinch with one group of RJ-45 cables RJ-45 cables may be secured in groups of six. To secure up to six RJ-45 cables in one group, place the Velcro strap through slot one and use the front left recesses as shown in Figure 64. FIGURE 64 One group of RJ- 45 cables Cable Cinch with two groups of RJ-45 cables 12 RJ-45 cables, in two groups, may be secured as shown in Figure 65.
RJ-45 procedures 3 Cable Cinch with three groups of RJ-45 cables 18 RJ-45 cables, in three groups, may be secured as shown in Figure 66. FIGURE 66 18 RJ-45 cables in three groups Cable Cinch with four groups of RJ-45 cables 24 RJ-45 cables, in four groups, may be secured as shown in Figure 67.
3 RJ-45 procedures Cable Cinch with five groups of RJ-45 cables 30 RJ-45 cables, in five groups, may be secured as shown in Figure 68. FIGURE 68 30 RJ-45 cables in five groups Cable Cinch with six groups of RJ-45 cables 36 RJ-45 cables, in six groups, may be secured as shown in Figure 69.
RJ-45 procedures 3 Cable Cinch with seven groups of RJ-45 cables 42 RJ-45 cables, in seven groups, may be secured as shown in Figure 70. FIGURE 70 42 RJ-45 cables in seven groups Cable Cinch with eight groups of RJ-45 cables 48 RJ-45 cables, in eight groups, may be secured as shown in Figure 71.
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Chapter Connecting a BigIron RX Series Switch to a Network Device 4 In this chapter • Assigning passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 • Configuring IP addresses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 • Understanding how the management port functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 • Connecting a BigIron RX Series switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4 Assigning passwords There are no new CLI commands for this feature. Login lockout The CLI provides up to three login attempts. If a user fails to login after three attempts, that user is locked out (disabled). To re-enable the user, do one of the following: • Rebooting the BigIron RX to re-enable all disabled users.
Assigning passwords 4 • Privileged EXEC – This level is also called the Enable level and can be secured by a password. You can perform tasks such as manage files on the management module’s flash memory or a PCMCIA flash card in the management module’s slots 1 or 2, save the system configuration to flash memory, and clear caches at this level. • CONFIG – The configuration level. This level lets you configure the system’s IP address and configure routing features.
4 Configuring IP addresses Configuring IP addresses The BigIron RX Series switches implement separate data and control planes. This architecture affects how you assign IP addresses. Table 14 outlines the interfaces to which you can assign IP addresses. In this table, “in band” refers to an interface over which user packets are routed, while “out of band” refers to an interface over which control packets related to system management are forwarded.
Configuring IP addresses 4 For example, to assign the IP address 10.0.1.1 to the management interface, do the following: 1. At the opening CLI prompt, enter enable. BigIron RX> enable 2. Enter the following command at the Privileged EXEC level prompt (for example, BigIron RX#), then press Enter. This command erases the factory test configuration if still present: BigIron RX# erase startup-config CAUTION Use the erase startup-config command only for new systems.
4 Configuring IP addresses For example, to assign the IP address 192.22.3.44 and sub-net mask 255.255.255.0 to Ethernet interface 1/1, do the following. 1. At the opening CLI prompt, enter enable. BigIron RX> enable 2. Enter the following command at the Privileged EXEC level prompt, then press Enter. This command erases the factory test configuration if still present: BigIron RX# erase startup-config CAUTION Use the erase startup-config command only for new systems.
Understanding how the management port functions 4 Syntax: disable Understanding how the management port functions You must be aware of how the BigIron RX Series system’s management port functions as described in the following: • The management port allows you to configure, monitor, and manage the BigIron RX Series system only. As a result, this port has the same limited functionality as an IP host port. • You cannot enable and run routing protocols on the management port.
4 Connecting a BigIron RX Series switch TABLE 15 Fiber optic modules and cabling (Continued) Fiber optic modules (PMD) Distance Fiber optic cabling Brocade part number Long wavelength 1310 nm serial 10 km 9/125 micron single-mode fiber with LC connectors 10G-XFP-LR Extra long wavelength 1550 nm serial 40 km 9/125 micron single-mode fiber with LC connectors 10G-XFP-ER NOTE Cable installation and network configuration will affect overall transmission capability.
Connecting a BigIron RX Series switch 4 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. Cabling a fiber optic module To cable a fiber optic module, do the following. 1. Remove the protective covering from the fiber optic port connectors and store the covering for future use. 2. Before cabling a fiber optic module, Brocade strongly recommends cleaning the cable connectors and the port connectors.
4 Connecting a BigIron RX Series switch You can view the optical monitoring information using the show optic command as displayed in the following: BigIron RX#show optic 4 Port Temperature Tx Power Rx Power Tx Bias Current Monitor +----+-----------+--------------+--------------+---------------+-------+ 4/1 30.8242 C -001.8822 dBm -002.5908 dBm 41.790 mA Normal Normal Normal Normal 4/2 31.7070 C -001.4116 dBm -006.4092 dBm 41.976 mA Normal Normal Normal Normal 4/3 30.1835 C -000.5794 dBm 0.
Connecting a BigIron RX Series switch 4 Troubleshooting network connections After you cable the fiber optic modules, you can observe certain LEDs to determine if the network connections are functioning properly. Table 16 outlines the LEDs related to the network connections, the desired state of each LED, possible abnormal states of each LED, and what to do if an LED indicates an abnormal state.
4 Testing network connectivity Testing network connectivity After you cable the fiber optic modules, you can test connectivity to other network devices by pinging those devices. You also can perform trace routes. To resolve problems that may arise with network connections: • For the indicated port, verify that both ends of the cabling (at the Brocade device and the connected device) are snug. • Verify that the Brocade device and the connected device are both powered on and operating correctly.
Testing network connectivity 4 Refer to the BigIron RX Series Configuration Guide for information about the command syntax. Using virtual cable testing to diagnose a cable BigIron RX devices support Virtual Cable Test (VCT) technology. VCT technology enables you to diagnose a conductor (wire or cable) by sending a pulsed signal into the conductor, then examining the reflection of that pulse. This method of cable analysis is referred to as Time Domain Reflectometry (TDR).
4 Testing network connectivity TABLE 17 This line... Displays... Port The interface that was tested. Speed The port’s current line speed. Local pair The local link name. Pair Length The cable length when terminated, or the distance to the point of fault when the line is not up. Remote pair The remote link name. Pair status 112 Cable statistics The status of the link.
Chapter Managing the BigIron RX Series Chassis and Modules 5 In this chapter • Managing the BigIron RX Series chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 • Managing the cooling system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 • Managing the interface modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 • Enabling and disabling management module CPU usage calculations . . 131 • Displaying management module CPU usage. . . . .
5 Managing the BigIron RX Series chassis To display this information, enter the following command at any level of the CLI: BigIron RX# show chassis *** BigIron RX-4 CHASSIS *** ---POWERS --AC Powers Are Used.
Managing the BigIron RX Series chassis TABLE 18 5 Chassis status and temperature information (Continued) This field... Displays... Status The status of a fan can be one of the following: OK – The fan is functioning properly and is keeping the temperature of each module within an acceptable temperature range. • Failed – The fan is not functioning properly or the fan control module cannot control the fan.
5 Managing the BigIron RX Series chassis TABLE 19 Syslog buffer configuration (Continued) This field... Displays... flushes The number of times the Syslog buffer has been cleared by the clear logging command. For information about clearing the Syslog buffer, refer to “Static and dynamic buffers” on page 116. overruns The number of times the dynamic log buffer has filled up and been cleared to hold new entries. For example, if the buffer is set for 100 entries, the 101st entry causes an overrun.
Managing the cooling system 5 Syntax: clear logging [dynamic-buffer | static-buffer] You can specify the dynamic-buffer keyword to clear the dynamic buffer or the static-buffer keyword to clear the static buffer. If you do not specify a buffer, both buffers are cleared. Managing the cooling system This section provides configuration, management, and monitoring information about the BigIron RX Series cooling system.
5 Managing the cooling system • If the temperature of a management module, the switch fabric module, and all interface modules falls below the low threshold for a fan speed, the fan decreases its speed to the next lower speed. If the temperature of all modules falls below the high threshold for the low speed, the fan operates at the low speed.
Managing the cooling system 5 Syntax: fan-threshold [low ] [med ] [med-hi ] [hi ] For the parameter, you can specify the following: • lp – Changes low and high temperature thresholds for the interface modules. • mp – Changes low and high temperature thresholds for the active and standby management modules.
5 Managing the cooling system Displaying temperature thresholds for modules and fan speeds To check the current settings of the low and high temperature thresholds for modules and fan speeds, you can enter the following command at any level of the CLI: BigIron RX# show fan-threshold === Thermal Sensor Control Block Fan Speed Low: -1 - 60 Fan Speed Med: 57 - 70 Fan Speed Med-Hi: 67 - 80 Fan Speed Hi: 77 - 85 state = 0 (FAN_STATE_LOW) max_ts_shut_off_count = 3 shut_off_count = 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 === Thermal Se
Managing the cooling system 5 The display shows the following information: TABLE 21 Temperature threshold information for modules and fan speeds This field... Displays... Thermal Sensor Control Block (THERMAL_SENSOR_TEST_RULE_) The temperature threshold information for the various modules.
5 Managing the cooling system low – The system sets the fan speed to low. med – The system sets the fan speed to medium. med-high – The system sets the fan speed to medium-high.
Managing the interface modules 5 To display the system log, enter the following command at any CLI level: BigIron RX# show log Syntax: show log Managing the interface modules This section contains the following information: • Configuring interface module boot parameters • Changing the priority of chassis slots for interface modules • Disabling and reenabling power to the interface modules Configuring interface module boot parameters The Ethernet interface module has its own system software and boots a
5 Managing the interface modules The system allows you to manage synchronization of the IronWare images between management and interface modules in the following situations: • You are prompted to synchronize the IronWare images during bootup. • You want to initiate an immediate synchronization; for example, you want an immediate update of the IronWare images on one or all interface modules.
Managing the interface modules 5 To disable the automatic check and synchronization during bootup, enter the following command at the global CONFIG level: BigIron RX(config)# lp disable-lp-sync-check Syntax: lp disable-lp-sync-check Provided that you save this configuration by entering the write memory command, the system will disable the automatic check and synchronization of the IronWare images starting with the next software reload or system reset and each reload or reset after that.
5 Managing the interface modules Specifying an immediate boot from the management module’s PCMCIA slots For example, to specify an immediate boot for the interface module installed in slot 1 from the management module’s PCMCIA slot 1, enter the following command at the Privileged EXEC level of the CLI: BigIron RX# lp boot system slot1 primary 1 Syntax: lp boot system slot1 | slot2 The slot1 and slot2 keywords indicate the management module’s PCMCIA slot from which to boot the int
Managing the interface modules 5 BigIron RX# lp boot system tftp 123.123.123.123 primary 1 Syntax: lp boot system tftp The parameter specifies the IP address of the TFTP server from which the interface module will be booted. The parameter specifies the name of the image from which to boot the interface module.
5 Managing the interface modules The all | parameter specifies that the automatic boot applies to all interface modules in the BigIron RX Series chassis or to an interface module in the specified chassis slot number only. You can specify 1 – 4 for BigIron RX-4, 1 – 8 for BigIron RX-8 or 1 – 16 for BigIron RX-16.
Managing the interface modules 5 The all | parameter specifies that the automatic boot applies to all interface modules in the BigIron RX Series chassis or to an interface module in the specified chassis slot number only. You can specify 1 – 4 for BigIron RX-4, 1 – 8 for BigIron RX-8 or 1 – 16 for BigIron RX-16.
5 Managing the interface modules Disabling and reenabling power to the interface modules If needed, you can disable power to a specified interface module and then reenable it. For example, to disable power to the interface module in chassis slot 1, enter the following command at the Privileged EXEC level of the CLI: BigIron RX# power-off lp 1 Syntax: power-off lp The parameter indicates the chassis slot number for which you are disabling the power.
Enabling and disabling management module CPU usage calculations 5 Enabling and disabling management module CPU usage calculations You can enable the BigIron RX Series system to perform usage averaging calculations on tasks handled by the management module’s CPU. If you enable the calculation performance, you can display usage averages for all tasks performed by the management module’s CPU for an interval of up to 1 hour. You can display these statistics using the show cpu command.
5 Displaying management module CPU usage Displaying management module CPU usage You can display the tasks handled by the management module and the amount of the management module’s CPU used by each task.
Enabling and disabling packet logging for management and interface modules 5 Enabling and disabling packet logging for management and interface modules You can enable the logging of packets transmitted, received, or both transmitted and received by a management or interface module in the BigIron RX Series chassis. If you enable packet logging, you can display the packet log using the show packet-logging command.
5 Enabling and disabling packet logging for management and interface modules Specify the stop keyword to stop packet logging. NOTE When finished gathering packet logging information for debugging purposes, Brocade recommends disabling the generation of a packet log, which is CPU-intensive and can affect the performance of the management module.
Removing MAC address entries 5 The display shows the following information: TABLE 23 Packet log fields This field... Displays... ...Total packet records... The total number of packets recorded in the packet log for a specified module. TX or RX TX indicates the packet was transmitted by the module, while RX indicates the packet was received by the module.
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Chapter 6 Maintaining a BigIron RX Series Switch In this chapter • Replacing a management module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • Replacing an interface module. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • Replacing a switch fabric module. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • Replacing a fiber-optic transceiver. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • Replacing a power supply . . . . . . . . . .
6 Replacing a management module NOTE When a management switches over from active (remove active) to standby, it will send out the syslog messages or traps such as PSU failure or LP/SNM removal. This section provides information about the following tasks: • Removing a management module • Installing a new management module Removing a management module You can remove a management module while the BigIron RX Series chassis is powered on and running.
Replacing an interface module 6 Installing a new management module You can install a management module while the BigIron RX Series chassis is powered on and running. NOTE The BigIron RX Series management module is dedicated, which means that you must install it in the BigIron RX Series chassis only.
6 Replacing an interface module CAUTION If hot removing or inserting a module, please allow a minimum of two seconds after a module (or power supply or fan tray) has been removed before inserting a module in the same slot. This section provides information about the following tasks: • Removing an interface module • Installing a new interface module Removing an interface module You can remove an interface module while the BigIron RX Series chassis is powered on and running.
Replacing an interface module 6 Installing a new interface module You can install a new interface module while the BigIron RX Series chassis is powered on and running. NOTE A BigIron RX Series interface module is dedicated, which means that you must install it in a BigIron RX Series chassis only.
6 Replacing an interface module BigIron RX# power-off lp BigIron RX# power-on lp FIGURE 73 Installing a module in a BigIron RX-4 chassis 1 1 Interface module FIGURE 74 Installing a module in a BigIron RX-8 chassis 1 1 142 Interface module BigIron RX Installation Guide 53-1001811-01
Replacing a switch fabric module FIGURE 75 6 Installing a module in a BigIron RX-16 chassis 1 1 Interface module Replacing a switch fabric module You can remove a switch fabric module while it is powered on and running and replace it with a new one. NOTE A BigIron RX Series switch fabric module is dedicated, which means that it functions properly in the BigIron RX Series chassis only.
6 Replacing a switch fabric module Removing a switch fabric module For a graceful shutdown of the links, Brocade recommends that you disable the switch fabric module before removing it from the BigIron RX Series chassis by following the instructions below.
Replacing a fiber-optic transceiver 6 • An ESD wrist strap with a plug for connection to the ESD connector on the BigIron RX Series chassis DANGER For safety reasons, the ESD wrist strap should contain a 1 meg ohm series resistor. • A large flat-head screwdriver Follow the steps given below to install a new switch fabric module in a BigIron RX Series chassis. 1. Put on the ESD wrist strap and ground yourself by inserting the plug into an ESD connector located on the chassis front. 2.
6 Replacing a fiber-optic transceiver Follow the steps given below to remove a fiber-optic transceiver from a 10 Gigabit Ethernet port. 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. Disconnect the two fiber cable connectors from the port connectors. 3. Insert the protective covering into the port connectors. 4. Pull down the latch on the front of the transceiver. 5.
Replacing a power supply 6 Replacing a power supply You can replace an power supply while the BigIron RX Series chassis is powered on and running. The power supplies are located in slots along the bottom of the BigIron RX Series chassis. CAUTION If hot removing or inserting a module, please allow a minimum of 2 seconds after a module (or power supply or fan tray) has been removed before inserting a module in the same slot.
6 Replacing a power supply supply. The BigIron RX Series chassis can be running while a power supply is being removed and replaced, but the power supply itself should not be connected to a power source. Otherwise, you could be injured or the power supply or other parts of the device could be damaged. DANGER The front panel of an power supplies include a handle that locks the power supply in the chassis. This handle is a locking mechanism only and should not be used to lift and carry the power supply.
Replacing a power supply FIGURE 76 6 Removing and replacing a BigIron RX-32 power supply 2 3 AC OK DC OK ALM Pwr Active Pwr Active 4 1 Pwr Active Pwr Active 5 Pwr Active Pwr Active Pwr Active Pwr Active 6 7 8 9 1 Power supply indicators 6 Latch handle locked 2 AC OK 7 Power supply blank cover 3 DC OK 8 Pull down on plunger to remove 4 ALM 9 Power supply 5 Latch handle open 6. Continue to pull the power supply until it is removed from the chassis. 7.
6 Replacing cooling system components 8. After the power supply is fully inserted, push the power supply front panel toward the back of the chassis until the power supply is fully seated. 9. For the BigIron RX-32, gently pull the handle on the power supply front panel upward and toward the top of the power supply front panel. This action locks the power supply in place. 10. In the BigIron RX-4, use the screwdriver to secure the two screws on either side of the power supply front panel. 11.
Replacing cooling system components 6 You can remove and replace a fan assembly while the BigIron RX-32 chassis is powered on and running. CAUTION To avoid overheating of the BigIron RX-32 chassis, remove only one fan assembly at a time, and replace it promptly. Wait for the LED on the fan assembly being replaced to turn green before replacing another fan assembly. Do not remove all fans from the chassis at one time.
6 Replacing cooling system components FIGURE 77 Removing a BigIron RX-32 fan assembly 2 1 4 3 6 5 8 7 10 9 1 Fan module 1 6 Fan module 6 2 Fan module 2 7 Fan module 7 3 Fan module 3 8 Fan module 8 4 Fan module 4 9 Fan module 9 5 Fan module 5 10 Fan module 10 4. Insert the new fan assembly into the fan slot and push the assembly in until the face plate is flush with the chassis. Pushing the fan assembly in seats the fan connector with the chassis connector. 5.
Replacing cooling system components 7. 6 Access the CLI, and enter the show chassis command to verify that the fan is operating normally. Replacing fan assemblies in the BigIron RX-16 The BigIron RX-16 has three fan assemblies: one accessible from the front of the chassis and two accessible from the rear. The front assembly pushes air into the chassis and the rear fans pull air out. You can remove and replace a fan assembly while the BigIron RX-16 chassis is powered on and running.
6 Replacing cooling system components FIGURE 78 Removing a BigIron RX-16 rear fan assembly 1 2 3 1 Power connector 2 Fan assembly 3 Captive screws 4. Insert the new fan into the fan slot and push the enclosure in until the face plate is flush with the chassis. Pushing the enclosure in seats the fan connector with the chassis connector. 5. Secure the fan to the chassis by tightening the four captive screws. 6.
Replacing cooling system components 6 3. Remove the fan assembly from the chassis by grabbing the handle on the fan assembly and pulling it toward you as shown in Figure 79. Pulling the enclosure unseats the fan assembly connector from a chassis connector. DANGER Be careful not to insert your fingers into the fan while removing it from the chassis. The fan may still be spinning at a high speed. FIGURE 79 Removing a BigIron RX-16 front fan assembly 1 1 Fan assembly 4.
6 Replacing cooling system components NOTE If you did not remove the extra shipment screws from the BigIron RX-4 and BigIron RX-8 chassis during installation (refer to “Removing BigIron RX-4 extra shipment screws” on page 30), then you will not be able to remove the fan tray assembly. In this case, you will have to remove the BigIron RX-4 or BigIron RX-8 from the rack to remove the shipment screws.
Replacing cooling system components FIGURE 80 6 Removing a fan from a BigIron RX-4 switch 1 2 1 Latch release FIGURE 81 2 Fan tray assembly Removing a fan from a BigIron RX-8 switch 1 2 1 Latch release 2 Fan tray assembly 4. Insert the new fan assembly into the fan slot and push the enclosure in until the face plate is flush with the chassis. Pushing the enclosure in seats the fan connector with the chassis connector. 5. Secure the fan to the chassis by tightening the four captive screws.
6 Replacing cooling system components 6. Access the CLI, and enter the show chassis command to verify that the fans are operating normally. Replacing the air filters in a BigIron RX Series switch Brocade recommends replacing the air filters in BigIron RX Series switches quarterly. Replacing the filters regularly prevents the accumulation of dust on module components. You can replace the air filters while the BigIron RX Series chassis is powered and running.
Replacing cooling system components 6 1. From the front of the chassis, remove the air inlet cover by unscrewing the four socket head screws with an Allen wrench, as shown in Figure 82. FIGURE 82 BigIron RX-32 air inlet panel Pwr Active Pwr Active 1 1 Pwr Active Pwr Active 1 Captive screws 2. Remove the first filter by pulling it straight out, as shown in Figure 83. 3. Insert a new filter, being careful that it aligns within the narrow channel. 4. Repeat steps 2-3 with the second filter. 5.
6 Replacing cooling system components FIGURE 83 Air filter removal and replacement for BigIron RX-32 Pwr Active Pwr Active Pwr Active Pwr Active 1 Pwr Active Pwr Active Pwr Active Pwr Active 1 Direction of airflow in chassis Replacing the air filter in the BigIron RX-16 Follow the steps given below to replace the air filter in the BigIron RX-16. 1. Loosen the two screws in the front of the filter retainer. 2. Pull the filter retainer away from the chassis as shown in Figure 84.
Replacing cooling system components 6 There is a hook on the back of the retainer that is attached to the grab-strap. As you pull the retainer out, the filter is pulled along with it. FIGURE 84 Air filter removal and replacement for BigIron RX-16 1 2 4 5 3 1 Fan tray 4 Filter grap strap 2 Filter 5 Direction of airflow in chassis 3 Filter retainer 3. Attach the hook on the back of the filter retainer to the filter grab-strap. 4.
6 Replacing cooling system components FIGURE 85 Air filter removal and replacement for BigIron RX-4 1 2 3 4 1 Direction of airflow in chassis 3 Filter retainer 2 Filter 4 Fan trap FIGURE 86 Air filter removal and replacement for BigIron RX-8 1 2 4 3 1 Direction of airflow in chassis 3 Filter retainer 2 Filter 4 Fan trap 3. Pull the air filter out of the chassis and discard. 4. Insert the replacement air filter by sliding it along the metal guides.
Chapter 7 Upgrading Software Images and Configuration Files In this chapter • Software images required. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • Software image naming conventions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • Displaying flash memory and version information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • Upgrading the BigIron RX Series software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • Loading and saving configuration files . . . . .
7 Software images required This section describes each of the software images required to operate a BigIron RX Series switch as described in Table 24. Also, Figure 87 illustrates how each of the files are stored on the management and interface modules.
Software image naming conventions 7 FPGA image The FPGA image is named "MBRIDGE" and serves as the interface between the management module and the backplane. It is loaded on the management module only. Startup configuration file The Startup Configuration file contains a default configuration that is loaded at the factory and appended with commands for the user. It is loaded on the management module only.
7 Displaying flash memory and version information Release types XX contains the major release number, for example, 01 or 02. Y contains the minor release number, for example, 1 or 2. ZZ contains the maintenance release number, for example, 00 or 01. x = is an optional field; it indicates the patch release, for example, c.
Displaying flash memory and version information 7 o LP IronWare Image (Primary for LP Image Type 0) Version 2.5.0T157, Size 2000853 bytes, Check Sum 1e45 Compiled on Oct 20 2007 at 00:05:04 labeled as rlp02500 o LP IronWare Image (Secondary for LP Image Type 0) Version 2.5.0T157, Size 1999406 bytes, Check Sum 04f4 Compiled on Oct 10 2007 at 17:15:40 labeled as rlp02500 o Boot-Monitor Image Version 2.5.
7 Displaying flash memory and version information Compiled on Oct 20 2007 at 00:05:04 labeled as rlp02500 o IronWare Image (Secondary) Version 2.5.0T157, Size 1999406 bytes, Check Sum 04f4 Compiled on Oct 10 2007 at 17:15:40 labeled as rlp02500 o Boot-Monitor Image Version 2.5.0T155, Size 285248 bytes, Check Sum 5643 Compiled on Oct 19 2007 at 23:08:32 labeled as rlb02500 Boot Flash: Type AM29LV040B, Size 512 KB o Boot-Monitor Image Version 2.5.
Displaying flash memory and version information TABLE 25 7 Code flash and boot flash information This field... Displays... Management modules Management Module () The management module for which flash information is displayed. The parameter indicates an active or standby management module. The parameter indicates the top or bottom slot (M1 or M2, respectively). Code Flash The model number and size of the management module’s code flash.
7 Displaying flash memory and version information TABLE 25 Code flash and boot flash information (Continued) This field... Displays... Boot-Monitor Image Indicates the monitor image installed in the management module’s code flash. The image name format is described in “Software image naming conventions” on page 165. The output displays the following information about the image: • Version – “2.3.0Txxy” indicates the image version number. The “Txxy” is used by Brocade for record keeping.
Displaying flash memory and version information TABLE 25 7 Code flash and boot flash information (Continued) This field... Displays... Boot Flash The model number and size of the interface module’s boot flash. Boot-Monitor Image Indicates the boot image installed in the interface module’s boot flash. The image name format is described in “Software image naming conventions” on page 165. The output displays the following information about the image: • Version – “2.3.
7 Displaying flash memory and version information FE 6: Type fe200, Version 2 RX-BI-32-SFM Switch Fabric Module 5 (Serial #: PR40060009, Part #: Not Exist) SBRIDGE Version: 6, CPLD Version: 2 FE 1: Type fe200, Version 2 FE 2: Type fe200, Version 2 FE 3: Type fe200, Version 2 FE 4: Type fe200, Version 2 FE 5: Type fe200, Version 2 FE 6: Type fe200, Version 2 RX-BI-32-SFM Switch Fabric Module 6 (Serial #: PR40060007, Part #: Not Exist) SBRIDGE Version: 6, CPLD Version: 2 FE 1: Type fe200, Version 2 FE 2: Ty
Displaying flash memory and version information 7 (420184 bytes) from code flash IronWare : Version 2.5.0T143 Copyright (c) 1996-2007 Foundry Networks, Inc.
7 Upgrading the BigIron RX Series software (285248 Monitor Compiled (285248 IronWare Compiled bytes) from boot flash : Version 2.5.0T155 Copyright (c) 1996-2007 Foundry Networks, Inc. on Oct 19 2007 at 23:08:32 labeled as rlb02500 bytes) from code flash : Version 2.5.0T157 Copyright (c) 1996-2007 Foundry Networks, Inc.
Upgrading the BigIron RX Series software 7 Special instructions for using interface modules in a 32-Slot chassis The BigIron RX-32 chassis introduced with this release can use interface modules in the BigIron RX series that have older versions of the Multi-Service IronWare software installed on them. There are however a couple of issues regarding older versions of the software that might be installed on interface modules that you already own.
7 Upgrading the BigIron RX Series software 3. Reboot the Management Module. Use the procedures described in “Rebooting the management module” on page 183. Downgrading from version 02.5.00 (or later) to a pre-02.5.00 version The procedure for downgrading the software images from version 02.5.00 (or later) to a pre-02.5.00 version are the same as for previous versions.
Upgrading the BigIron RX Series software 7 New options added New option have been added to the copy tftp image command to enable the user to upgrade the boot, monitor, and MBRIDGE only when needed. Syntax: copy tftp image [lp-boot | lp-sec | mp-boot | mp-sec | mbridge] The variable is the IP address for the TFTP server you are downloading the image from.
7 Upgrading the BigIron RX Series software The variable is the name of the unified software image you want to download to the switch. Image names are assigned as follows: TABLE 26 Image name Device Image name Example BigIron RX rxxxxxx.bin rx02700.bin The lp-boot parameter specifies that you want to download the new interface module boot image. The lp-sec parameter specifies that interface image be copied to the secondary location in flash.
Upgrading the BigIron RX Series software 7 The lp-sec parameter specifies that interface image be copied to the secondary location in flash. The mp-no-boot parameter specifies that you do not want to download the management module boot image. The mp-sec parameter specifies that management image be copied to the secondary location in flash. The no-mbridge parameter tells the BigIron RX not to copy the MBRIDGE image. 2. Reboot the management module using the reload command.
7 Upgrading the BigIron RX Series software Upgrading the management module’s monitor and boot images You can upgrade the management module’s monitor and boot images simultaneously. NOTE Brocade highly recommends that the interface monitor and boot images be upgraded at the same time as the management’s module images to keep both code images synchronized on the same version. The procedure for doing this is described in “Upgrading the interface module’s monitor and boot images” on page 181.
Upgrading the BigIron RX Series software 7 2. Copy the new IronWare image from the TFTP server or a flash card in slot 1 or 2 to the management module’s code flash or a flash card in slot 1 or 2.
7 Upgrading the BigIron RX Series software Check for the monitor image, boot image, and the date and time at which the new images were built. 4. If you want to upgrade other software images, go to the appropriate upgrade section for information. If you have completed upgrading the software images, you must reboot the management module to complete the upgrade process. For more information, refer to “Rebooting the management module” on page 183.
Upgrading the BigIron RX Series software 7 Rebooting the management module After upgrading one or more software images on the management or interface modules, you must reboot the management module. After the management module reboots, it in turn reboots the interface modules.
7 Upgrading the BigIron RX Series software Overview of tasks in the FPGA image upgrade process Follow the steps given below to upgrade the MBRIDGE FPGA image on a BigIron RX Series management module. 1. Determine the versions of the images currently installed on the BigIron RX Series management module. For information about performing this task, refer to “Determining the MBRIDGE image versions” on page 184. 2. Copy the new image from a source to a destination.
Upgrading the BigIron RX Series software 7 Upgrading the MBRIDGE FPGA image Follow the steps given below to upgrade one or more MBRIDGE FPGA images on a BigIron RX Series management module. 1. Place the new MBRIDGE FPGA image on a TFTP server to which the BigIron RX Series system has access or on a PCMCIA flash card inserted in slot 1 or 2. 2. Copy the MBRIDGE FPGA image from the TFTP server or a flash card in slot 1 or 2 to all management modules or a management module in a specified chassis slot.
7 Upgrading the BigIron RX Series software Using this feature, you can upgrade the Multi-Service IronWare software without a loss of service or disruption in the following supported functions and protocols: • • • • All ports and links remain operational TOS-based QoS Layer-2 Switching Layer-2 Protocols: • • • • • MRP STP VSRP RSTP MSTP Considerations when using the feature Consider the following when using this feature: • You must have both active and standby management modules installed to use this
Upgrading the BigIron RX Series software 7 NOTES: • Hitless upgrade is only supported from version 2600c or later 2600x patch releases and hitless downgrade to version 2600c or later 2600x patch releases. • Due to Internal changes introduced in patch release version 02.6.00c, hitless upgrade is not supported on 02.6.00c and hitless downgrade is not supported from 02.6.00c. • Due to Internal changes introduced in patch release version 02.3.00e, users cannot perform a hitless upgrade from earlier 02.3.
7 Upgrading the BigIron RX Series software Figure 89 provides a detailed diagram of the Hitless reload process.
Loading and saving configuration files 7 Setting up consoles Hitless Layer 2 OS upgrade is executed at the active management module. During the process of upgrading the image, control of the router shifts to the standby management module. For this reason, you need to have management sessions enabled on both the active and the standby management modules. When the reload is complete, the management module that was in the standby condition at the beginning will be in the active state.
7 Loading and saving configuration files Replacing the startup configuration with the running configuration After you make configuration changes to the active system, you can save those changes by writing them to code flash. When you write configuration changes to code flash, you replace the startup configuration with the running configuration.
Dynamic configuration loading 7 To initiate transfers of configuration files to or from a TFTP server, enter one of the following commands at the Privileged EXEC level of the CLI: • copy startup-config tftp – Use this command to upload a copy of startup-config from the BigIron RX Series to a TFTP server. • copy running-config tftp – Use this command to upload a copy of the running configuration from the BigIron RX Series to a TFTP server.
7 Dynamic configuration loading Usage considerations • Use this feature only to load configuration information that does not require a software reload to take effect. For example, you cannot use this feature to change statically configured memory (system-max command). • Do not load port configuration information for secondary ports in a trunk group.
Dynamic configuration loading 7 commands to enter the interface configuration level for the port and moves on to the next command in the file you are loading. If the next command is a spanning-tree command whose syntax is valid at the global CONFIG level as well as the interface configuration level, then the software applies the command globally.
7 Using SNMP to save and load configuration information Using SNMP to save and load configuration information You can use a third-party SNMP management application such as HP OpenView to save and load a BigIron RX Series switch’s configuration. Follow the steps given below to save and load configuration information using HP OpenView. NOTE The syntax shown in this section assumes that you have installed HP OpenView in the “/usr” directory. 1.
Erasing image and configuration files 7 NOTE Command option 23 adds configuration information to the running-config on the device, and does not replace commands. If you want to replace configuration information in the device, use “no” forms of the configuration commands to remove the configuration information, then use configuration commands to create the configuration information you want.
7 File synchronization • Immediately synchronize all files between the active and standby modules. • Change the default automatic synchronization interval for the running-config file. The following sections explain how to perform these tasks. Comparing and synchronizing files You can initiate a comparison of the flash code, system-config file, and running-config file on the active management module with the same files on the standby module and synchronize the files immediately if differences exist.
File synchronization 7 • You want to initiate an immediate synchronization; for example, you want an immediate update of the IronWare images on one or all interface modules. • You want to disable synchronization; for example, you have upgraded the IronWare image of one interface module but want to continue running the older image on all other interface modules. The following section discuss how to manage the IronWare image synchronization in these situations.
7 Scheduling a system reload To disable the automatic check and synchronization during bootup, enter the following command at the global CONFIG level: BigIron RX(config)# lp disable-lp-sync-check Syntax: lp disable-lp-sync-check Provided that you save this configuration by entering the write memory command, the system will disable the automatic check and synchronization of the IronWare images starting with the next software reload or system reset and each reload or reset after that.
Diagnostic error codes and remedies for TFTP transfers 7 is the number of days, hours, and minutes. primary | secondary specifies whether the reload is to occur from the primary code flash module or the secondary code flash module. Displaying the amount of time remaining before a scheduled reload To display how much time is remaining before a scheduled system reload takes place, use one of the following methods.
7 Diagnostic error codes and remedies for TFTP transfers TABLE 30 200 Diagnostic error codes (Continued) Error code Message Explanation and action 7 TFTP busy, only one TFTP session can be active. Another TFTP transfer is active on another CLI session, SNMP, or Web management session. Wait, then retry the transfer. 8 File type check failed. You accidentally attempted to copy the incorrect image code into the system.Retry the transfer using the correct image. 16 TFTP remote - general error.
Chapter 8 Hardware Specifications In this chapter • Hardware specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201 • Port specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205 Hardware specifications This section contains hardware specifications for the BigIron RX Series chassis: Power specifications This section contains the power specifications for the BigIron RX Series chassis.
8 Hardware specifications TABLE 32 Maximum power calculations @ 200 VAC BigIron RX Series chassis Current Amps Watts BTU per hour BigIron RX-4 6 1217 4155 BigIron RX-8 12 2417 8249 BigIron RX-16 25 4905 16741 BigIron RX-32 57 11353 38746 TABLE 33 Maximum power calculations at 48 VDC BigIron RX Series chassis Amps Watts BTUs per hour BigIron RX-4 25 1217 4155 BigIron RX-8 50 2417 8249 BigIron RX-16 102 4905 16741 BigIron RX-32 N/A N/A N/A Table 34 lists the maxim
Hardware specifications TABLE 34 8 Wattage consumed by individual components (Continued) Component Maximum power consumption, in Watts Fans BigIron RX-4 Fan Tray 66W BigIron RX-8 Fan Tray 132W BigIron RX-16 Front Fan Tray 202W BigIron RX-16 Rear Fan Module (2 are required) 144W BigIron RX-32 Fan Modules (8 cooling interface fans, 2 power supply fans, all inclusive) 1150W NOTE The maximum power consumption table reflects the measured maximum power consumption of different line card types.
8 Hardware specifications Operating environment Table 36 provides the operating environment specifications for the BigIron RX Series chassis. TABLE 36 BigIron RX Series operating environment Operating temperature Relative humidity 0 – 40 C (32 – 104 F) Operating altitude 5 to 90 , at 40 C (104 F), non-condensing 0 – 2012 meters (0 – 6600 ft) Storage environment Table 37 provides the storage environment specifications for the BigIron RX Series chassis.
Port specifications 8 Port specifications This section provides pin assignments for the following ports: • Management module’s Console port (serial connector) • Management module’s management port (RJ-45 unshielded twisted pair (UTP) connector) Console port pin assignments The Console port is a standard male DB-9 connector, as shown in Figure 90. For information about how you can use this port, refer to “Console port” on page 9.
8 Port specifications FIGURE 91 Console port pin assignments showing cable connection options to a terminal or PC DB-9 to DB-9 Female Switch 1 Terminal or PC DB-9 to DB-25 Female Switch Terminal or PC 1 1 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 2 4 4 5 5 6 6 7 7 8 8 Reserved 4 Reserved 5 Reserved 6 7 8 Reserved 9 9 9 Reserved Reserved 8 20 7 Reserved 6 4 5 Reserved 22 Management port pin assignments The management port is an RJ-45 UTP connector.
Appendix Regulatory Statements A U.S.A. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
A Korea Korea English translation of above statement This apparatus has radio wave acceptability registration as a Class A device, so sellers or users should be aware of this. If it is sold or purchased incorrectly, it should be exchanged with a home apparatus (Class B).
Appendix Caution and Danger Notices B Caution statements The cautions and danger notices that appear in this manual are listed below in English, German, French, and Spanish. A caution calls your attention to a possible hazard that can damage equipment. "Vorsicht" weist auf eine mögliche Beschädigung des Geräts hin. Sie finden die folgenden Vorsichtshinweise in diesem Handbuch. Une mise en garde attire votre attention sur un risque possible d'endommagement de l'équipement.
B 210 Caution statements CAUTION For a DC system (BigIron RX-4, -8, and -16), use a grounding wire of at least 6 American Wire Gauge (AWG). The 6 AWG wire should be attached to an agency-approved crimp connector (provided on the BigIron RX-16 chassis), crimped with the proper tool. The crimp connector should allow for securement to both ground screws on the enclosure. For the BigIron RX-8 and BigIron RX-4, use a grounding wire of at least 6 American Wire Gauge (AWG).
Caution statements B CAUTION For the DC input circuit to the system (BigIron RX-4, -8, and -16), make sure there is a 30 amp circuit breaker, minimum -48Vdc, double pole, on the input to the terminal block. The input wiring for connection to the product should be copper wire, 8 AWG, marked VW-1, and rated minimum 90 degrees Celcius.
B 212 Caution statements CAUTION Do not add or remove a flash card while a file operation involving the flash card's slot is in progress. Doing so can result in corruption of the flash card. If this occurs, you may need to reformat the flash card to make it usable again. Reformatting the card erases all data stored on the card. VORSICHT Eine Flash-Karte darf nur dann eingesteckt oder herausgenommen werden, wenn keine Dateifunktion läuft, die der Flash-Karte bedarf.
Caution statements B CAUTION Ensure that the device does not overload the power circuits, wiring, and over-current protection. To determine the possibility of overloading the supply circuits, add the ampere (amp) ratings of all devices installed on the same circuit as the device. Compare this total with the rating limit for the circuit. The maximum ampere ratings are usually printed on the devices near the input power connectors.
B 214 Caution statements CAUTION Once you start the formatting process, you cannot stop it. Even if you enter CTRL-C to stop the CLI output and a new prompt appears, the formatting continues. Make sure you want to format the card before you enter the command. VORSICHT Wenn Sie mit dem Formattieren beginnen, können Sie diesen Prozess nicht anhalten. Selbst wenn zum Anhalten der CLI-Ausgabe Strg-C drücken und eine neue Aufforderung gezeigt wird, wird mit dem Formattieren fortgefahren.
Caution statements B CAUTION To avoid overheating of the BigIron RX-16 chassis, remove only one fan assembly at a time, and replace it promptly. Do not remove all fans from the chassis at one time. VORSICHT Es darf nur ein Ventilatorblech zur Zeit entfernt werden, um ein Überhitzen des BigIron RX-16 und -32 chassis Gehäuses zu vermeiden. Es dürfen nicht beide Ventilatorbleche auf einmal entfernt werden.
B Danger notices CAUTION All devices with AC power sources (BigIron RX-32 only) are intended for installation in restricted access areas only. A restricted access area is a location where access can be gained only by service personnel through the use of a special tool, lock and key, or other means of security. VORSICHT Alle Geräte mit Wechselstromquellen (BigIron RX-32 nur) sind nur zur Installation in Sperrbereichen bestimmt.
Danger notices B Una peligro le llama la atención sobre cualquier peligro posible que pueda ocasionar daños personales o la muerte. A continuación se dan las Peligros utilizadas en este manual. Danger notice The procedures in this manual are for qualified service personnel. Gefahr Die Installation und Entfernung der Einheit dürfen nur von qualifiziertem Personal ausgeführt werden. Danger L'installation et la dépose de l'unité doivent être confiées uniquement à du personnel qualifié.
B 218 Danger notices Danger notice Make sure that the power source circuits are properly grounded, then use the power cord supplied with the device to connect it to the power source. Gefahr Stellen Sie sicher, dass die Stromkreise ordnungsgemäß geerdet sind. Benutzen Sie dann das mit dem Gerät gelieferte Stromkabel, um es an die Srromquelle anzuschließen.
Danger notices B Danger notice The power supplies are hot swappable, which means they can be removed and replaced while the BigIron RX Series chassis is powered on and running. However, Brocade recommends that you disconnect a power supply from its power source before removing and replacing the supply. The BigIron RX-4, -8, or -16 chassis can be running while a power supply is being removed and replaced, but the power supply itself should not be connected to a power source.
B 220 Danger notices Danger notice The front panel of an AC power supply includes a handle that locks the power supply in the chassis. This handle is a locking mechanism only and should not be used to lift and carry the power supply. You may sustain physical injury or harm if you attempt to lift and carry a power supply using the locking handle. Gefahr Die Vorderabdeckung eines Wechselstrom-Netzteils verfügt über einen Griff, mit dem das Netzteil im Gehäuse verriegelt werden kann.
Danger notices B Danger notice Make sure to choose the appropriate circuit device depending on the number of AC power supplies installed in the chassis. Gefahr Je nach Anzahl der Wechselstrom-Netzteile im Gehäuse muss das passende Stromgerät ausgewählt werden. Danger Assurez-vous de choisir le dispositif de circuit approprié selon le nombre de blocs d’alimentation C.A. installés dans le châssis.
B 222 Danger notices Danger notice Do not attempt to lift a fully-populated BigIron RX-32 chassis. It is extremely heavy. REMOVE THE POWER SUPPLIES AND INTERFACE MODULES FIRST (management, switch fabric, and all line cards). Use a mechanical lifting device to lift the chassis. Four or more people are required to position the unpopulated chassis into the rack. Gefahr Nicht versuchen, ein vollständig beladenes BigIron RX-32 Chassis anzuheben. Es ist sehr schwer.
Appendix Software Specifications C IEEE compliance The BigIron RX Series switch supports the following standards: • • • • • • • • • • 802.1d Bridging 802.1q VLAN Tagging 802.1w Rapid Spanning Tree (RSTP) 802.1x User Authentication 802.3, 10BaseT 802.3ad Link Aggregation 802.3ae 10000BaseX 802.3u, 100BaseTX, 100BaseFX 802.3z 1000BaseSX, 1000BaseLX 802.3x Flow Control RFC support The following sections list the RFCs supported by the BigIron RX Series switch.
C RFC support • • • • • • • • • • • 951 – Bootstrap Protocol (BootP) • • • • • 1541 and 1542 – Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) 1027 – Proxy ARP 1042 – IP datagrams over IEEE 802 networks (for Ethernet) 1122 and 1123 – Requirements for Internet Hosts (switches) 1141 – Incremental updating of the Internet checksum 1256 – ICMP Router Discovery Protocol (IRDP) 1267 – Border Gateway Protocol version 3 1321 – The MD5 Message-Digest Algorithm 1340 – Assigned numbers (where applicable) 1377 – The P
RFC support C • 2328 – Open Shortest Path First (OSPF) version 2 • 2370 – OSPF Opaque LSA Option RIP • 1058 – Routing Information Protocol (RIP) version 1 • 1723 – RIP version 2 • 1812 – Requirements for IP version 4 switchess IP Multicast • • • • • 1075 – Distance Vector Multicast Routing Protocol 1112 – Internet Gateway Management Protocol (IGMP) 2236 – Internet Group Management Protocol (IGMP) version 2 2362 – IP Multicast PIM Sparse 2336 – IGMP v2 Management • • • • • • • • 1155 – Structure and I
C Internet drafts • • • • • • • • 2096 – IP Forwarding MIB 2138 – Remote Authentication Dial In User Server (RADIUS) 2139 – RADIUS Accounting 2233 – The Interfaces Group MIB using SMIv2 2529 – Transmission of IPv6 over IPv4 Domains without Explicit Tunnels 2570 – Introduction to Version 3 of the Internet-standard Network Management Framework 2571 – An Architecture of Describing SNMP Management Frameworks 2572 – Message Processing and Dispatching for the Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) • 2574 –
Internet drafts C • The TACACS+ Protocol version 1.
C 228 Internet drafts BigIron RX Installation Guide 53-1001811-01
