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53-1001682-03 July 7, 2010 PowerConnect™ B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 53-1001682-03 *53-1001682-03* - Dell PowerConnect B-RX4 | Getting Started Guide - Page 2
document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products Dell Inc. disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own. Regulatory Models: BI-RX-4, BI-RX-8, and BI-RX-16. 2 PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 53-1001682-03 - Dell PowerConnect B-RX4 | Getting Started Guide - Page 3
brackets and instructions for installing the brackets and mounting the unit. The basic configuration steps required to set up the PowerConnect B-RX Series are listed in this guide. Additional configuration information is provided in the hardware installation manual. PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting - Dell PowerConnect B-RX4 | Getting Started Guide - Page 4
3 Switch fabric slot 3 4 ESD connector 5 Interface slot 1 6 Switch fabric slot 1 7 Interface slot 3 8 Management slot 1 9 Management slot 2 10 Interface slot 4 11 Fan tray assembly FIGURE 1 PowerConnect B-RX Series four-slot chassis 4 PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 53-1001682-03 - Dell PowerConnect B-RX4 | Getting Started Guide - Page 5
Eight-slot chassis The following figure illustrates the PowerConnect B-RX Series eight-slot chassis and components location. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 8 10 assembly FIGURE 2 PowerConnect B-RX Series eight-slot chassis 19 17 18 PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 5 53-1001682-03 - Dell PowerConnect B-RX4 | Getting Started Guide - Page 6
16-slot chassis The following figure illustrates the PowerConnect B-RX Series 16-slot chassis and components location. 1 3 5 7 17 19 9 11 13 23 1 22 Management slot 2 23 ESD connector FIGURE 3 PowerConnect B-RX Series-16-slot chassis 6 PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 53-1001682-03 - Dell PowerConnect B-RX4 | Getting Started Guide - Page 7
mount rack kit from your PowerConnect supplier. Installation instructions are provided with the rack kit. This section describes items shipped with the PowerConnect B-RX series and items you . - Up to three power supplies (AC or DC). PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 7 53-1001682-03 - Dell PowerConnect B-RX4 | Getting Started Guide - Page 8
page 20, "Attaching a management station" on page 24, and "Connecting the PowerConnect B-RX Series to a network device" on page 31. Installation location Before installing the switch openings of at least 60 percent of the surface. 8 PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 53-1001682-03 - Dell PowerConnect B-RX4 | Getting Started Guide - Page 9
and warnings that apply to the PowerConnect B-RX Series. General precautions DANGER The procedures in this manual are for qualified service personnel. DANGER All fiber-optic interfaces . CAUTION Never leave tools inside the chassis. PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 9 53-1001682-03 - Dell PowerConnect B-RX4 | Getting Started Guide - Page 10
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. 10 PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 53-1001682-03 - Dell PowerConnect B-RX4 | Getting Started Guide - Page 11
restricted access areas only. A restricted access area is where access can be gained only by service personnel through the use of a special tool, lock and key, or other means of security , 8 AWG, marked VW-1, and rated minimum 9o C. PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 11 53-1001682-03 - Dell PowerConnect B-RX4 | Getting Started Guide - Page 12
card containing software images and the user documentation (including this guide). • Warranty card. • A 115V AC power cable for each AC power supply you purchase from Dell. Follow the steps given below to unpack a PowerConnect B-RX Series chassis. 1. Move the pallet to a staging area as close - Dell PowerConnect B-RX4 | Getting Started Guide - Page 13
brackets. The mid-mount kit comes with instructions for installing the mounting brackets and mounting the device in a rack. Preparing to mount a chassis in a rack Because of the weight of a fully loaded PowerConnect B-RX Series chassis, Dell recommends mounting a chassis in a rack before installing - Dell PowerConnect B-RX4 | Getting Started Guide - Page 14
used for shipment Mounting a chassis in a rack Follow the steps given below to mount a PowerConnect B-RX Series chassis in a rack. 1. Determine the position of each chassis in the rack, for the back of the screw head and the rack. 14 PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 53-1001682-03 - Dell PowerConnect B-RX4 | Getting Started Guide - Page 15
lifting the chassis, slip the wide portion of each keyhole slot over the corresponding screw in the rack. 1 1 Standard 19 inch rack FIGURE 6 Mounting the PowerConnect B-RX Series four-slot or eight-slot chassis in a rack PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 15 53-1001682-03 - Dell PowerConnect B-RX4 | Getting Started Guide - Page 16
to install the PowerConnect B-RX Series management module in another Dell chassis or a management module intended for another Dell chassis in the PowerConnect B-RX Series chassis, the chassis and module will not function properly. 16 PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 53-1001682-03 - Dell PowerConnect B-RX4 | Getting Started Guide - Page 17
below to install a module in the PowerConnect B-RX Series chassis. NOTE The installation instructions for installing modules in the following 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 - Dell PowerConnect B-RX4 | Getting Started Guide - Page 18
1 1 Interface module FIGURE 8 Installing a module in a PowerConnect B-RX Series four-slot chassis 1 1 Management module FIGURE 9 Installing a module in a PowerConnect B-RX Series eight-slot chassis 18 PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 53-1001682-03 - Dell PowerConnect B-RX4 | Getting Started Guide - Page 19
the screws further using the flat-head screwdriver. Rules for populating a PowerConnect B-RX Series-16 chassis 1. Install a management module in management slot 2. 2. 8. Install interface modules in interface slots 9, 11, 13, and 15. PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 19 53-1001682-03 - Dell PowerConnect B-RX4 | Getting Started Guide - Page 20
required power supplies. Follow the steps given below to install a power supply in the PowerConnect B-RX Series chassis. You need a small Phillips or flat-head screwdriver to perform this further using the flat-head screwdriver. 20 PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 53-1001682-03 - Dell PowerConnect B-RX4 | Getting Started Guide - Page 21
toward the top of the power supply front panel. This action locks the power supply in place. 1 1 Power supply FIGURE 12 Installing power supply in a PowerConnect B-RX Series eight-slot chassis PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 21 53-1001682-03 - Dell PowerConnect B-RX4 | Getting Started Guide - Page 22
B-RX Series chassis. 1. Locate the power receptacle on the rear of the chassis, behind where AC power supplies are installed. 2. Lift the cord-retainer and connect a Dell-supplied AC power cord -on the power source" on page 25. 22 PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 53-1001682-03 - Dell PowerConnect B-RX4 | Getting Started Guide - Page 23
for the PowerConnect B-RX Series 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 - Dell PowerConnect B-RX4 | Getting Started Guide - Page 24
to the positive terminal as marked on the power supply. Managing cables For information on managing cables attached to PowerConnect B-RX Series, refer to the chapter in your hardware installation guide on using the structured cabling components. Attaching a management station You can manage the - Dell PowerConnect B-RX4 | Getting Started Guide - Page 25
RX Series switch using the switch's Network Manager. To attach the management module's Ethernet port to a network, you need a Category 5 UTP straight-through cable (not supplied by Dell with an uncovered slot, the system may overheat. PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 25 53-1001682-03 - Dell PowerConnect B-RX4 | Getting Started Guide - Page 26
a Dell-supplied NOTE The PowerConnect B-RX Series switch is designed to provide uninterrupted service even guide for a complete description of the LEDs. If a problem persists after taking action described in this table, contact technical support. 26 PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide - Dell PowerConnect B-RX4 | Getting Started Guide - Page 27
• At least two special characters When you create a password, the characters you type are masked. For example, to create a password for the enable login: BigIron RX (config)#enable password TesT12$! PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 27 53-1001682-03 - Dell PowerConnect B-RX4 | Getting Started Guide - Page 28
you can set other types of passwords. 4. Enter the following commands to set the port configuration and read-only passwords: BigIron RX(config)# enable port-config-password BigIron RX(config)# enable read-only-password 28 PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 53-1001682-03 - Dell PowerConnect B-RX4 | Getting Started Guide - Page 29
of band In band In band In band This section describes the following: • PowerConnect B-RX Series support of sub-net masks • How to assign an IP address to a management interface opening CLI prompt, enter enable. BigIron RX> enable PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 29 53-1001682-03 - Dell PowerConnect B-RX4 | Getting Started Guide - Page 30
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 following command: BigIron RX# configure terminal BigIron RX(config)# 30 PowerConnect B-RX Series Getting Started Guide 53-1001682-03 - Dell PowerConnect B-RX4 | Getting Started Guide - Page 31
-if-mgmt-1)# disable Connecting the PowerConnect B-RX Series to a network device You can connect a PowerConnect B-RX Series switch to another 10 Gigabit Ethernet network device. The PowerConnect B-RX Series switch supports connections to other vendors' as well as Dell devices. The 10 Gigabit - Dell PowerConnect B-RX4 | Getting Started Guide - Page 32
to your hardware installation guide for information about performing these tasks as well as cleaning the fiber optic connectors and troubleshooting network connections. Regulatory Notices For additional regulatory information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on www.dell.com at the following
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53-1001682-03
July 7, 2010
53-1001682-03
*53-1001682-03*
PowerConnect™ B-RX
Series
Getting Started Guide