HP PS1810 Switch Installation and Getting Started Guide HP PS1810-8G (J9833A) HP PS1810-24G (J9834A) Power over Ethernet PD
HP PS1810 Switches Installation and Getting Started Guide
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Contents 1 Switch overview Switch hardware description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Network ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Reset button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5 Clear button . . . . . . . .
Diagnostic tips: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2 Testing the switch by resetting it . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4 Restoring to factory defaults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4 HP Customer Support Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 Before calling support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1 Switch overview The PS1810-8G and PS1810-24G switches are multiport managed gigabit switches that enable you to build high-performance switched workgroup networks and to work with HP ProLiant Gen8 Servers. These switches are store-and-forward devices that offer low latency for high-speed networking. Throughout this manual, these switches are referred as the PS1810-8G and PS181024G Switches. ■ The PS1810-8G Switch has 8 auto-sensing 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ-45 ports.
Switch overview Switch hardware Switch hardware HP PS1810-8G (J9833A) Power LEDs Power connector PoE PD port Link/Act and Speed LEDs Fault LEDs PD Status LEDs Reset and Clear buttons 1 Power, Fault, and Locator LEDs 1-2 All RJ-45 ports have the Auto-MDIX feature. HP PS1810-24G (J9834A) Link/Act and Speed LEDs Reset and Clear buttons 1 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ-45 ports1 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ-45 ports1 All RJ-45 ports have the Auto-MDIX feature.
Switch overview Switch hardware Network ports ■ Auto-sensing 10/100/1000BASE-T ports. These ports support the “Auto-MDIX” feature, a feature that allows you to use either straight-through or crossover twisted-pair cables to connect network devices to the switch. ■ PoE PD port (PS1810-8G Switch only) A network connection to the PoE PD port from a PoE PSE device can provide power to the switch. ■ SFP slots for fiber or copper uplinks (PS1810-24G Switch only).
Switch overview Switch hardware LEDs The front and back panels of the switches provide status LEDs for system monitoring. The following table lists the functions of the various indicators. LED State Meaning Power (green) On The switch is receiving power. Off The switch is not receiving power. Fault (orange) On On, after the switch is powered on or reset, at the beginning of switch self test. If the LED remains on, it indicates a detected hardware failure during the self test.
Switch overview Switch hardware Reset button Use the Reset button to reset the switch while it is powered on. This action clears any temporary error conditions that might have occurred and runs the switch self test. Use the Reset button with the Clear button to restore Factory Default settings.
Switch overview Switch features Switch features The features of the HP PS1810 Switches include: 1-6 ■ Plug-and-play networking—all ports are enabled, just connect the network cables to active network devices and your switched network is operational. ■ Auto-MDIX on all twisted-pair ports—all connections can be made using straight-through twisted-pair cables. Cross-over cable is not required, although it works. ■ Support for IEEE 802.
2 Installing the switch The HP PS1810 Switches are easy to install. They are packed with accessory kits that allow them to be mounted in a number of different ways. This chapter describes how to install the PS1810-8G and PS1810-24G switches.
Installing the switch Included parts ■ PS1810-8G external AC/DC power adapters and power cords: • Universal Inline AC/DC Power Adapter All countries/regions 5066-1122* Power Cords for Inline AC/DC Power Adapter Australia/New Zealand Philippines/Thailand China India Indonesia/Israel/Vietnam Japan South Africa South Korea Taiwan United Kingdom/Hong Kong/Singapore/Malaysia Brazil Argentina Chile 8121-0870 8121-0664 8120-8373 8121-0702 8120-6314 8120-6316 8120-6314 8120-8441 8121-0963 8120-8699 8121-1081 81
Installing the switch Included parts Installation precautions Follow these precautions when installing the switch. WARNINGS ■ When you mount PS1810-8G Switch under HP ProLiant MicroServer Gen8s, do not stack more than two servers on top of the switch. ■ Before you mount the PS1810-24G Switch in a rack or cabinet, ensure the rack or cabinet is adequately secured to prevent it from becoming unstable and falling over.
Installing the switch Installation procedure Installation procedure The following steps summarize switch installation. The rest of this chapter provides details on these steps. 1. Prepare the installation site (page 2-5). Ensure that the physical environment into which you will install the switch is properly prepared. The environment must have the correct network cabling ready to connect to the switch and have an appropriate location for the switch. See page 2-5 for some installation precautions. 2.
Installing the switch Installation procedure 1. Prepare the installation site Follow the installation guidelines to ensure proper operation of the switch in the network: ■ Verify that all the cables meet the requirements of the “Cabling Specifications” in Appendix A. ■ Protect the switch from radio frequency interference emissions. ■ Use electrical surge suppression. ■ Use safe connections. The cables, connectors, or shields must not be damaged. Installation space requirements.
Installing the switch Installation procedure Stack with the HP ProLiant MicroServer Gen8 . Stack the switch under or on top of the server. Caution The switch has a limitation on how much weight can be placed on top of it. To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment, stack no more than two servers on top of the switch.
Installing the switch Installation procedure Mounting to a wall. Important Wall mount the switch with the network ports facing up or down. Caution Mount the switch only to a wall or wood surface that is at least 3/4-inch (19 mm) plywood or its equivalent. 1. Note Install two 3/4-inch (19 mm) M4 screws (included) into the mounting surface. The base of the screw head should be distanced approximately 2 mm from the wall face. Position the screws 6.3 inches (160 mm) apart for the PS1810-8G Switch.
Installing the switch Installation procedure Mounting under a horizontal surface. You can mount the switch under a horizontal surface. Caution Mount the switch only to a surface that is at least 1-inch (25.4 mm) thick. 1. Install two 3/4-inch (19 mm) M4 screws (included) into the mounting surface. The base of the screw head should be distanced approximately 2 mm from the wall face. Position the screws 6.3 inches (160 mm) apart for the PS1810-8G Switch. Use the wall anchors if necessary. 2.
Installing the switch Installation procedure Mounting on top of a horizontal surface. Place the switch on a table or any other horizontal surface. The switch comes with rubber feet in the accessory kit. The feet can be used to help keep the switch from sliding on the surface. Attach the rubber feet to the four corners on the bottom of the switch within the embossed angled lines. Use a sturdy surface in an uncluttered area.
Installing the switch Installation procedure HP PS1810-24G Switch You can mount the HP PS1810-24G in 19-inch Telco rack or equipment cabinet, on a wall or on top of a horizontal surface or under a horizontal surface. Mounting to a Rack or a cabinet . The PS1810-24G Switches are designed to be mounted in any EIA-standard 19-inch Telco rack or communication equipment cabinet.
Installing the switch Installation procedure Note The mounting brackets have multiple mounting holes and can be rotated allowing for a wide variety of mounting options. These include mounting the switch so its front face is flush with the face of the rack as shown in the illustration, or rotating the brackets so the switch is in a more balanced position with its face forward of the rack face. 2.
Installing the switch Installation procedure Mounting to a wall . Important For safe operation, read the “Installation Precautions” on page 2-3, before mounting the switch. Wall mount the switch with the network ports facing up or down. Caution The switch must be mounted only to a wall or to a wood surface that is at least 3/4inch (19.1 mm) plywood or its equivalent. 1. Install two 3/4-inch (19 mm) M4 screws, (included) into the mounting surface.
Installing the switch Installation procedure Mounting under a horizontal surface. You can use the same screws and a similar technique used to mount the switch on the wall to mount the switch under a horizontal surface. Caution The switch must be mounted only to a horizontal surface that is at least 1-inch (25.4 mm) thick. 1. Install two 3/4-inch (19 mm) M4 screws, (included) into the mounting surface. The base of the screw head must be at a distance of approximately 2 mm from the wall face.
Installing the switch Installation procedure 3. Connect the network cables Connect network devices, such as the HP ProLiant Gen8 Servers, to any of the PS1810 Switch's RJ-45 network ports using Class 5E or better Ethernet cables. For more information, see “Connections to HP ProLiant Gen8 Servers” on page 2-19. You can also connect other devices to the switch, such as printers and PCs, to form your local network. Optional for the PS1810-24G Switch: Fiber-optic connections.
Installing the switch Installation procedure 4. Power on the switch and verify that self-test completes normally The PS1810 Switches do not have power switches. They are powered on by connecting them to an AC power source. For safety reasons, the power outlet must be located near the switch installation. When the switch is powered on, it performs a diagnostic self test. The self test takes approximately 45 seconds to complete. PS1810-8G Switch 1.
Installing the switch Installation procedure The external AC/DC power adapters automatically adjust to any voltage between 100-240 volts and 50 or 60 Hz. 2. Check the LEDs to assure that self test completed successfully: After Self-Test: Power LED = On Fault LED = Off PS1810-24G Switch 1. For the PS1810-24G Switch, connect the power cord supplied with the switch to the power connector on the back of the switch, and then into a properly grounded electrical outlet.
Installing the switch Installation procedure 2. Check the LEDs on the switch as described below. Port Link/Act and Speed LEDs Power, Fault, Locator LEDs Self Test LED Behavior: During the self test: • Initially, the Power, Fault, Locator, and all port LEDs turn on. • After several seconds, the Power, Fault and Locator LEDs remain on, and the port LEDs turn off. Then, each port Link LED is sequentially turned on, and then turned off.
Installing the switch Installation procedure SFP installation notes Caution Use only supported genuine HP SFPs with your switch. Non-HP SFPs are not supported, and their use might result in product malfunction. If you require additional HP SFPs, contact your HP Sales and Service Office or authorized dealer. For information about supported SFPs and mini-GBICs, see “Network ports” on page 1-3. Ensure that the network cable is NOT connected when you install or remove an SFP.
Installing the switch Installation procedure Removing the SFPs Note You should disconnect the network cable from the SFP before removing it from the switch. Depending on when you purchased your HP SFP, it may have either of three different release mechanisms: a plastic tab on the bottom of the SFP, a plastic collar around the SFP, or a wire bail.
Installing the switch Installation procedure PS1810-8G Switch Connect the PS1810-8G Switch to an HP ProLiant MicroServer Gen8.
Installing the switch Installation procedure PS1810-24G Switch Connect the PS1810-24G Switch to an HP ProLiant ML310e Gen8 v2 Server or an HP ProLiant DL320e Gen8 v2 Server.
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3 Configuring the HP PS1810 switch Initial configuration The HP PS1810 Switches can be managed through a web interface that you can access from any PC or workstation connected to the switch. To access the web interface, you must have the switch’s Internet Protocol (IP) address. In the factory default configuration, the IP address is automatically acquired from a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) service that is available on your network or from your Internet Service Provider (ISP).
Configuring the HP PS1810 switch Initial configuration Alternatively, if you cannot determine the switch’s IP address, you can force it to use the 192.168.2.10 address by first disconnecting the switch from any router or internet connection and then unplugging and reconnecting power to it. Note To communicate with the switch using the 192.168.2.10 address, see the section “Managing the switch via the 192.168.2.10 address” on page 3-3” before continuing these steps. 5.
Configuring the HP PS1810 switch Managing the switch via the 192.168.2.10 address 8. Click Apply on the browser configuration screen to save your settings to retain them when the switch is rebooted. See the switch’s Management and Configuration Guide for more switch configuration information. Note If you cannot remember the switch’s IP address or password, you can restore the factory default settings by following the procedure described in the “Troubleshooting” section of this manual.
Configuring the HP PS1810 switch Restoring DHCP addressing to the switch 3. Click Use the following IP address, and then, in the IP address and Subnet mask fields, type the IP address settings: a. For IP address, enter an IP address in the same range as the switch’s IP address, for example, enter 192.168.2.12. b. For Subnet mask, enter 255.255.255.0, then click OK. c. Click Close (or OK) to close the Local Area Connection Properties screen. 4.
Configuring the HP PS1810 switch Next steps Figure 1-3. Get Connected page – selecting DHCP for automatic IP address Next steps For more information about the Web browser interface and all the features that can be configured on the HP 1810 Switch Series, see the HP PS1810 Switches Management and Configuration Guide, which is available on the HP Website, http://www.hp.com/networking/support. To access the manuals web page for the PS1810 switches: 3-5 1. Auto Search for PS1810 on http://www.hp.
4 Troubleshooting This section describes how to troubleshoot the switch. For more information, see the chapter “Troubleshooting” in the HP PS1810 Switch Series Management and Configuration Guide, available on the HP web site, http://www.hp.com/networking/support.
Troubleshooting Diagnosing with the LEDs Diagnosing with the LEDs When resetting the switch, or during a power-on self test (POST), LED patterns on the switch may indicate a problem condition. 1. Check in the table below for the LED pattern you see on your switch. 2. Refer to the corresponding diagnostic tips on the next few pages.
Troubleshooting Diagnosing with the LEDs Tip Problem Solution ➋ A switch hardware failure has occurred. All the LEDs will stay on indefinitely. Try power cycling the switch. If the fault indication reoccurs, the switch might have failed. Call your HP authorized network reseller, or use the electronic support services from HP to get assistance. ➌ The network port for which the Link LED is blinking has experienced a self test or initialization failure. Try power cycling the switch.
Troubleshooting Testing the switch by resetting Testing the switch by resetting If you believe the switch is not operating correctly, you can reset the switch to test its circuitry and operating code. To reset the switch, unplug and plug in the power cord (power cycling). Power cycling the switch will cause the switch to perform its power-on self test. You can reset the switch from the web interface. Login to the switch web interface, and from the home page, select Diagnostics > Reboot Switch.
Troubleshooting HP Customer Support Services HP Customer Support Services If you are still having trouble with your switch, Hewlett-Packard offers support 24 hours a day, seven days a week through the use of a number of automated electronic services. The HP web site, http://www.hp.com/networking/support also provides up-to-date support information. Additionally, your HP authorized network reseller can provide you with assistance, both with services they offer and with services offered by HP.
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A Specifications Switch Specifications Physical Width Depth Height Weight PS1810-8G (J9833A) 23 cm (9.055 in) 24.5 cm (9.64 in) 4.5 cm (1.77 in) 1.25 kg (2.74 lbs) PS1810-24G (J9834A) 33.0 cm (13.0 in) 17.7 cm (6.96 in) 4.5 cm (1.77 in) 1.35 kg (3.0 lbs) Electrical AC voltage Maximum current Frequency range PS1810-8G (J9833A)1,3 100-240 volts 0.5A 50/60 Hz PS1810-24G (J9834A)2 100-127 volts 200-240 volts 0.4 A / 0.3 A 50/60 Hz 1 Requires a connection to an external power adapter.
Specifications Switch Specifications Environmental Operating Non-Operating Temperature 0C to 40C (32F to 104F) -40C to 70C (-40F to 158F) Relative humidity (non-condensing) 15% to 90% at 40C (104F) 15% to 90% at 65C (149F) Maximum altitude 3.0 Km (10,000 ft)* 4.57 Km (15,000 ft) * The operating maximum altitude should not exceed that of any accessory that is connected to any PS1810 Switch.
Specifications Standards Standards Technology Standards and Safety Compliance Laser safety information Technology Compatible with these IEEE standards EN/IEC standard compliance SFP Lasers 10-T IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T 100-TX IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX 1000-T IEEE 802.3ab 1000BASE-T 100-FX IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-FX EN/IEC 60825 Class 1 Laser Product Laser Klasse 1 1000-SX IEEE 802.3z 1000BASE-SX EN/IEC 60825 Class 1 Laser Product Laser Klasse 1 1000-LX IEEE 802.
Specifications Cabling and Technology Information Cabling and Technology Information Cabling Specifications Cabling Specifications 10 Mb/s Operation Category 3, 4 or 5, 100-ohm unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) or shielded twisted-pair (STP) cable, complying with IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T specifications. 100 Mb/s Operation Category 5, 100-ohm UTP or STP cable, complying with IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX specifications. 1000 Mb/s Operation Category 5, 100-ohm 4-pair UTP or STP cable, complying with IEEE 802.
Specifications Cabling and Technology Information Note on 1000BASE-T Cable Requirements. The Category 5 networking cables that work for 100BASE-TX connections should also work for 1000BASE-T, as long as all four-pairs are connected. But, for the most robust connections, you should use cabling that complies with the Category 5e specifications, as described in Addendum 5 to the TIA-568-A standard (ANSI/TIA/EIA-568-A-5).
Specifications Mode Conditioning Patch Cord Mode Conditioning Patch Cord The following information applies to installations in which multimode fiber-optic cables are connected to a Gigabit-LX port. Multimode cable has a design characteristic called “Differential Mode Delay”, which requires the transmission signals be “conditioned” to compensate for the cable design and thus prevent resulting transmission errors.
To network multimode cabling The multimode cable in the patch cord must match the characteristics of your network cable Tx Gigabit-LX port Rx Specifications Mode Conditioning Patch Cord Mode Conditioning Patch Cord Single mode section plugs into Tx port on Gigabit-LX Transceiver or Gigabit-LX mini-GBIC Example: Connecting a Mode Conditioning Patch Cord for Gigabit-LX Make sure you purchase a patch cord that has appropriate connectors on each end, and has multimode fibers that match the characteristi
Specifications Twisted-Pair Cable/Connector Pin-Outs Twisted-Pair Cable/Connector Pin-Outs The Auto-MDIX Feature: In the default configuration, “Auto”, the fixed 10/100/ 1000BASE-T ports on the switches all automatically detect the type of port on the connected device and operate as either an MDI or MDI-X port, whichever is appropriate.
Specifications Twisted-Pair Cable/Connector Pin-Outs Straight-through Twisted-Pair Cable for 10 Mb/s or 100 Mb/s Network Connections Because of the Auto-MDIX operation of the 10/100 ports on the switch, for all network connections, to PCs, servers or other end nodes, or to hubs or other switches, you can use straight-through cables.
Specifications Twisted-Pair Cable/Connector Pin-Outs Crossover Twisted-Pair Cable for 10 Mb/s or 100 Mb/s Network Connection The Auto-MDIX operation of the 10/100 ports on the switch also allows you to use crossover cables for all network connections, to PCs, servers or other end nodes, or to hubs or other switches.
Specifications Twisted-Pair Cable/Connector Pin-Outs Straight-Through Twisted-Pair Cable for 1000 Mb/s Network Connections 1000BASE-T connections require that all four pairs of wires be connected. Cable Diagram Note Pins 1 and 2 on connector “A” must be wired as a twisted pair to pins 1 and 2 on connector “B”. Pins 3 and 6 on connector “A” must be wired as a twisted pair to pins 3 and 6 on connector “B”. Pins 4 and 5 on connector “A” must be wired as a twisted pair to pins 4 and 5 on connector “B”.
Specifications Twisted-Pair Cable/Connector Pin-Outs A-12
B EMC Regulatory Statements Regulatory Statements U.S.A. FCC Class 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.
EMC Regulatory Statements Regulatory Statements Japan VCCI Class A Korea Taiwan B-2
Index Numerics 10/100BASE-TX ports location on switch … 1-2 1000BASE-T fiber-optic cable specifications … A-5 A acoustic specifications … A-2 auto MDI/MDI-X operation … A-10, A-12 HP Auto-MDIX feature … A-8 B back of switch power connector … 1-5 basic troubleshooting tips … 4-1 blinking LEDs error indications … 4-2, 4-4 buttons Clear button … 1-5 Reset button … 1-5 C cabinet mounting the switch in … 2-6, 2-10, 2-12 cables connecting cables to switch ports … 2-14 infrastructure requirements … 2-5 cables,
HP Auto-MDIX feature description … A-8 I included parts … 2-1 installation horizontal surface mounting … 2-13 location considerations … 2-5 network cable requirements … 2-5 precautions … 2-3 rack or cabinet mounting … 2-6, 2-10, 2-12 site preparation … 2-5 L LEDs behavior during self test … 2-17 descriptions of … 1-4 error indications … 4-2, 4-4 Fault showing error conditions … 4-2 location on switch … 1-2 Power … 1-4 behavior during self test … 2-17 location for the switch, considerations … 2-5 M MDI-X
self test LED behavior during … 2-17 Power LED behavior … 2-17 SFPs slot, location on switch … 1-2 slots for SFPs location on switch … 1-2 specifications acoustic … A-2 cabling … A-4 electrical … A-1 environmental … A-2 physical … A-1 safety … A-2 straight-through cable pin-out … A-10, A-12 switch description … 1-1 electrical specifications … A-1 environmental specifications … A-2 front panel description … 1-2 included parts … 2-1 mounting in a rack or cabinet … 2-6, 2-10, 2-12 mounting on horizontal surfac
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