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- Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 1
53-1001980-01 15 November 2010 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 2
Precision, Dimension, OptiPlex, Latitude, PowerEdge, PowerVault, PowerApp, PowerConnect, and Dell OpenManage are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Intel, Pentium, and Celeron are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and other countries; Microsoft, Windows, Windows Server, MS-DOS and Windows - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 3
How this document is organized vii Supported hardware and software vii What's new in this document vii Document conventions viii installing the Dell M8428-k 6 Chapter 2 Configuring the Dell M8428-k In this chapter 9 Introduction 9 Items required 9 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 4
NPIV Mode default port mapping 27 Processor and memory specifications 27 Weight and physical dimensions 28 Facility requirements 28 Electrical 29 Architectural specification 29 Supported mezzanine cards 30 Fibre Channel standards compliance 30 iv Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53 - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 5
(Republic of Korea 31 VCCI statement (Japan 31 BSMI statement (Republic of Taiwan 32 CE statement 33 Canadian requirements 33 Laser compliance 33 Environmental regulation compliance 34 China RoHS 34 Regulatory certifications 36 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual v 53-1001980-01 - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 6
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also provides instructions for unpacking the switch module from its shipping container, and references to the appropriate publication for installing the module into the Blade Server Enclosure. • Chapter 2, "Configuring the Dell M8428-k" describes how to change the converged network switch's IP - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 8
readability, command names in the narrative portions of this guide are presented in mixed lettercase: for example, switchShow. perform configuration tasks using the switch module command line interface, but does not describe the commands in detail. viii Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53 - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 9
be potentially hazardous to you or cause damage to hardware, firmware, software, or data. DANGER A Danger statement indicates PowerEdge Windows, Windows 2000, Windows 2003, Windows XP Solaris Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) SUSE Linux Enterprise Server (SLES) Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 10
storage management, and other applications: http://www.t11.org For information about the Fibre Channel industry, visit the Fibre Channel Industry Association Web site: http://www.fibrechannel.org Getting technical help Contact your switch support supplier for hardware, firmware, and software support - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 11
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that installs in a Dell PowerEdge M1000e Blade Server Enclosure. The switch module is designed to be inserted in any of the bays labeled B1, B2, C1, or C2. The external CEE ports operate at 10 Gbps. The internal CEE ports can operate at either 10 Gbps or 1 Gbps. The FC ports support link speeds - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 14
Yes Management Server NA Manufacturing Diagnostics Yes N_Port ID Virtualization Name Server Network Time Protocol (NTP) Yes NA No (no relevance from fabric perspective)2 Open E_Port Performance Monitor Port Mirroring NA Yes (Basic PM only, no APM support) No 2 Dell M8428-k Hardware - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 15
only supported if the NPIV-enabled module is connected to a fabric. Hardware description This section describes the physical switch module as shipped from the factory. For specifications, such as installed memory, weight and physical dimensions, facility requirements, architectural specifications - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 16
Power status LED (green) 6 Release latch 7 Server management LED (blue/amber) 8 Release lever Top view The nonport side of the switch module (shown in Figure 2) is seated into the enclosure to be configured in the Blade Server Enclosure. 4 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 17
A second serial label is located beneath the release lever on the enclosure (visible only when the lever is extended). Transceivers NOTE You must install Dell-approved transceivers in the switch module. The converged network switch was designed to work with small form-factor pluggable (SFP) optical - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 18
switch supports an network switch is designed to work in I/O bays B1/B2 and C1/C2 of the Dell M1000e Blade Server Enclosure for SAN connectivity. Make sure to comply with installation requirements in the Blade Server Enclosure Hardware Owner's Manual. 6 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 19
any obvious defects or shipping damage. 7. For complete instructions to install the converged network switch into the Blade Server Enclosure, refer to the section on installing answitch module in the Blade Server Enclosure Hardware Owner's Manual. NOTE Be sure to remove the protective covers from - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 20
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required for configuring and connecting the converged network switch for use in a network and fabric: • The converged network switch installed in a Blade Server Enclosure. For instructions, refer to the steps on installing an I/O module in the Hardware Owner's Manual for the Blade Server Enclosure - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 22
Blade Server Enclosure Hardware Owner's Manual • Blade Server Enclosure Configuration Guide • Dell Converged Enhanced Ethernet Administrator's Guide • Dell Converged Enhanced Ethernet Command Reference • Dell Fabric OS MIB Reference Manual Modifying the converged network switch IP address By default - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 23
for switch module installed in bay C2. 3. At the login prompt, enter the default user name as "admin" and password as "password". 4. Use the appropriate CLI commands to change the IP address of the selected switch module. Refer to your Blade Server Enclosure CLI documentation. Using the CMC GUI to - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 24
network switch and a Blade Server Enclosure management workstation that can establish a terminal emulation session with the switch module. For instructions, refer to the Configuration Guide for your Blade Server Enclosure available COM port. 12 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 25
administrative password, or press Ctrl-C to bypass. 4. Verify that the switch module has completed POST. When POST is complete, the port status and switch module power and status LEDs return to a standard healthy state. 5. Enter the CLI ipAddrSet command. Follow on-screen instructions and supply the - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 26
successfully set the appropriate IP address of the converged network switch, you can establish an Ethernet connection through the Chassis Management Controller (CMC) to a remote management workstation for any additional configuration. The management workstation must be on the same Ethernet subnet as - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 27
the domain ID if required using switch module CLI commands. The default domain ID is 1. If the switch module is not powered on until after it is connected to the fabric and the default domain ID is already in use, the domain ID for the new switch module is automatically reset to a unique value. If - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 28
are in NPIV mode, enter the ag --show command b. If you are in full fabric mode, enter the fabricShow command 9. Back up the switch module configuration to an FTP server. See "Backing up the configuration" on page 20 for specifics. 16 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 29
Changing from NPIV aggregator mode to full fabric mode 2 These commands upload the converged network switch configuration to the server, making it available for downloading to a replacement converged network switch if necessary. Dell recommends backing up the configuration on a regular basis to - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 30
F_Port to N_Port mapping. Once you enable the converged network switch in NPIV mode, only a limited subset of the fabric operating system commands are available and all fabric-related service requests are forwarded to the fabric switches. 18 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 31
up the configuration" on page 20 for specifics. 4. Enter the following command to enable NPIV mode: ag --modeEnable The switch module automatically reboots and comes back online in NPIV mode using a factory default F_Port to N_Port mapping. Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 19 53-1001980 - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 32
server, making it available for downloading to a replacement switch module if necessary. Dell recommends backing up the configuration on a regular basis to ensure that a complete configuration is available for downloading to a replacement switch module. 20 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 33
. NOTE You must install Dell-approved transceivers in the switch module. If the converged network switch is connected to a device, but is unable to negotiate the signaling rate, the operator can manually set the speed of each port through the management interfaces. The converged network switch is - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 34
state. 2. Use the Blade Server Enclosure's Chassis Management Controller (CMC) GUIto verify that the converged network switch is working correctly. For details, refer to the Hardware Owner's Manual for the Blade Server Enclosure. 3. Review the system log for errors. Any errors detected during POST - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 35
are written to the system log, these errors are also written to the BladeCenter management module event log. If a hardware error, such as a current fault occurs, the management module displays it. If a software error occurs, the management module displays the "Module did not complete POST" message - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 36
Status LEDs Indicator Power Color Green Status Green/Amber CMC Management Blue/Amber Description Off - no power On - power is on Off - Switch is off Green - OK Amber - boot-up state or one or more ports are offline or reset state Blinking (green/amber alternating) - error Steady blue - Normal - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 37
that a complete configuration is available for downloading to a replacement converged network switch. 2. Stop all SAN activity requiring the ports used by the converged network switch. For details about port management, refer to your Blade Server EnclosureHardware Owner's Manual. Verify that there - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 38
Owner's Manual for the Blade Server Enclosure to remove and replace the switch module from the enclosure. . ATTENTION If you are not replacing the converged network switch, use a filler panel to fill the empty slot to maintain proper air flow. Do not leave the slot empty. 26 Dell M8428-k Hardware - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 39
Dell M8428-k specifications Appendix A In this chapter •NPIV Mode default port mapping 27 •Processor and memory specifications 27 •Weight and physical dimensions 28 •Facility requirements 28 •Electrical 29 •Architectural specification 29 •Supported mezzanine cards 30 •Fibre Channel - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 40
velocity change of 4216 mm/sec2 0.5 G at 2-200 Hz for 15 minutes Air flow 30°C (86 °F) Ambient: Approx. 3CFM 40°C (104°F) Ambient: Approx. 9CFM None required 28 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 41
switch module electrical specifications. TABLE 8 Electrical specifications and requirements Dimension Measurements DC input Power consumption 12 V and 3.3 V from chassis About 60 W normally and 70 W maximum measured Architectural specification The switch module meets the specifications shown - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 42
X3.269: 1996) SNIA Storage Management Initiative Specification (SMI-S) Version 1.2 (includes the following) SNIA Storage Management Initiative Specification (SMI-S) Version 1.03 ISO standard IS24775-2006. Replaces (ANSI INCITS 388: 2004) 30 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 43
the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this equipment is used in a domestic environment, radio disturbance might arise. When such trouble occurs, the user might be required to take corrective actions. Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 31 - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 44
A Regulatory compliance BSMI statement (Republic of Taiwan) 32 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 45
that are supported by Dell and comply with the FDA Class 1 radiation performance requirements defined in 21 CFR Subchapter I, and with IEC 825-2. Optical products that do not comply with these standards might emit light that is hazardous to the eyes. Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 33 53 - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 46
this section are per the requirements of the People's Republic of ChinaManagement Methods for Controlling Pollution by Electronic Information products manual of the product. EPUP EPUP FRU Brocade Brocade CD Br ocade EPUP 34 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53 - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 47
Sheet In accordance with China's Management Measures on the Control of Pollution caused by Electronic Information Requirements for Concentration Limits. O indicates that no such substances are used or that the concentration is within the aforementioned limits. Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 48
compatibility) specifications for which the Switch is certified. TABLE 10 EMC certifications Country Safety specification Argentina Australia and New Zealand Canada China (power supply EN55022 Class A EN 61000-3-2 Harmonics (JEIDA Limits) 36 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 49
Country Safety specification Republic of Korea Russia GOST R IEC 60950-2002 Taiwan (power supply only) United States UL 60950-1 1st Ed. Environmental regulation compliance A EMC Class A FCC Part 15, Subpart B (CFR title 47), Class A Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 37 53-1001980-01 - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 50
A Environmental regulation compliance 38 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 51
, 22 boot flash, 27 BSMI statement (Chinese), 32 C cabling guidelines, 10 Canadian requirements, 33 CEE command shell, 13 CEE ports, configuring, 13 China RoHS, 34 cmsh command, 13, 20 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 commands ag --help, 20 ag --mapshow, 20 ag --modeEnable, 18 - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 52
, 3 loop devices not supported, 3 LWL, 6 M management tool, 22 memory, 27 MIC statement (Republic of Korea), 31 N no shut command, 14 NPIV mode default port mapping, 27 enable through browser-based GUI, 18 enable through CLI, 19 limitations, 3 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 53
port management, 25 port negotiation, 21 port side of the converged network 28 specifications, 28 SSH, 20 supported HBAs, 30 supported transceivers, 5 switch module OS, 22 network switch, 6 V VCCI statement, 31 vibration, 28 W weight, 28 write mem command, 14 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Dell PowerEdge M420 | Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual - Page 54
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