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  • Page 1 IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8000 Installation Guide...
  • Page 3 IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8000 Installation Guide...
  • Page 4 Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, read the Warranty Information document, Appendix B, “Notices,” on page 59 and the Important Notices document. Read the IBM System Safety Notices document and the License Agreement for Machine Code (LAMC) document on the IBM Documentation CD. Read the IBM Systems Environmental Notices and Users Guide document on the Environmental Notices CD.
  • Page 5 Prima di installare questo prodotto, leggere le Informazioni sulla Sicurezza. Les sikkerhetsinformasjonen (Safety Information) før du installerer dette produktet. Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações sobre Segurança. Antes de instalar este producto, lea la información de seguridad. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2013...
  • Page 6 Hazardous voltage, current, or energy levels are present inside any component that has this label attached. Do not open any cover or barrier that contains this label. (L001) DANGER Rack-mounted devices are not to be used as shelves or work spaces. (L002) IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8000: Installation Guide...
  • Page 7 DANGER Multiple power cords. The product might be equipped with multiple power cords. To remove all hazardous voltages, disconnect all power cords. (L003) Safety...
  • Page 8 It is the responsibility of the customer to ensure that the outlet is correctly wired and grounded to prevent an electrical shock. (D004) IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8000: Installation Guide...
  • Page 9 Connect power to this unit only with the IBM provided power cord. Do not use the IBM provided power cord for any other product. v Do not open or service any power supply assembly. v Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation, maintenance, or reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm.
  • Page 10 (C027) CAUTION: This product contains a Class 1M laser. Do not view directly with optical instruments. (C028) viii IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8000: Installation Guide...
  • Page 11 Table 1. Electrical connections Circuit breaker rating Minimum: 20 amps Maximum: 20 amps Wire size 16 AWG (IBM part number 90Y3538 DC power cable from PDP output to server input) 1.31 mm2 Wiring terminal screw torque v inch-pounds (IBM part number, 90Y3538,...
  • Page 12 It is the responsibility of the customer to ensure that the outlet is correctly wired and grounded to prevent an electrical shock. (R001 part 1 of 2) IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8000: Installation Guide...
  • Page 13 CAUTION: v Do not install a unit in a rack where the internal rack ambient temperatures will exceed the manufacturer’s recommended ambient temperature for all your rack-mounted devices. v Do not install a unit in a rack where the air flow is compromised. Ensure that air flow is not blocked or reduced on any side, front, or back of a unit used for air flow through the unit.
  • Page 14 IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8000: Installation Guide...

  • Page 15: Table Of Contents

    Chapter 1. Introduction ..... . 1 The IBM Documentation CD ....1 Hardware and software requirements .
  • Page 16 ....57 How to send Dynamic System Analysis data to IBM ... 58 Using the documentation .

  • Page 17: Chapter 1. Introduction

    Forty-four 10/100/1000BaseT ports (RJ-45) v Four SFP slots The G8000 includes two port expansion slots for dual-port, 10 GbE uplink modules with SFP+ or CX4 transceivers. One slot is located on the front panel, and one slot is located on the rear panel.

  • Page 18: Hardware And Software Requirements

    Notices and statements in this document The caution and danger statements in this document are also in the multilingual Safety Information document, which is on the IBM Documentation CD. Each statement is numbered for reference to the corresponding statement in the Safety Information document.

  • Page 19: Rackswitch G8000 Features

    RackSwitch G8000 features This section provides an overview of RackSwitch G8000 features. Performance v 176 Gbps throughput (full duplex), non-blocking switching architecture v 100% line rate v Deterministic port-to-port latency under 3 microseconds with 64 B packets Management Features v Clients –...

  • Page 20: Major Components

    – CX4 uplink module (2 ports) Switch unit The RackSwitch G8000 switch unit is a 1U rack-mountable Gigabit Ethernet switch. You can mount the G8000 in either the horizontal or vertical direction. The RackSwitch G8000 allows for flexible mounting of the switch, as follows: v RackSwitch G8000 (front-to-rear) provides front-to-rear airflow.
  • Page 21 XGE LEDs Link Activity link Status LEDs Stacking Figure 2. IBM RackSwitch G8000 front panel detail Power connector Power connector Expansion slot Fans Figure 3. IBM RackSwitch G8000 rear panel Fans Up to five internal fans cool the switch unit. If an individual fan fails, the other fans continue to run, and the switch unit continues to operate normally.

  • Page 22: Dc Power Supply

    There is no power switch on the G8000; the switch unit powers up when power is supplied through the power cords.
  • Page 23 Power Specification Circuit breaker rating Minimum and maximum: 20 amps Wire size v 16 AWG (IBM part number 90Y3538 DC power cable from PDP output to server input) v 1.31 mm2 Wiring terminal screw torque v inch pounds (IBM part number, 90Y3538,...

  • Page 24: Switch Ports

    Control Plane Stacking are supported by using one or more of the RJ-45 ports for management. The G8000 is designed to accept most standard 10/100/1000Base-T (category 5) cables. The following table describes the pin assignments for the RJ-45 connector pin assignments.

  • Page 25: Console Port

    These slots accept approved optical or copper SFP transceivers. Transceivers must be purchased separately. For the available transceivers and direct attach cables (DACs) for the switch, see https://www-01.ibm.com/products/hardware/configurator/americas/bhui/launchNI.wss. Console port The RS-232 (mini-USB) serial console port is located on the front panel. The following table describes the pinouts for the mini-USB port.

  • Page 26: 10 Gigabit Ethernet Port Expansion Slots

    Two LED stacks provide system status and port link status. The following illustration shows the system LEDs. The system LEDs are described in the following table. Table 7. System LEDs Symbol Description Power supplies and power input status Fans status IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8000: Installation Guide...
  • Page 27 Table 7. System LEDs (continued) Symbol Description Stacking master LED Stacking member LED The following table describes the system LEDs. Table 8. System LED descriptions Function Power Master Member XGE Port Total Power Failure Service Flash green Flash green Flash green Flash green Steady green Required...

  • Page 28: Xge Link Leds

    10 GbE CX4 ports. The CX4 uplink module provides CX4 connectivity between the RackSwitch and copper 10 GbE CX4 network devices. The CX4 ports support link spans up to 15 meters on appropriate CX4-grade copper cables. IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8000: Installation Guide...

  • Page 29: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications The RackSwitch technical specifications are described in the following sections. Physical characteristics The physical characteristics of the RackSwitch are listed in the following table. Table 12. Physical characteristics Specification Physical characteristics Dimensions (H x W x D) 4.4 x 43.9 x 51.3 cm. (1.73 x 17.3 x 20.2 in.) Weight 10.5 kg.
  • Page 30 Table 14. AC power specifications (continued) Specification Measurement DC-output current 23.4 A (typical) IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8000: Installation Guide...

  • Page 31: Chapter 2. Installing The Rackswitch And Options

    RackSwitch components. The following sections describe how to install the RackSwitch, components and options. v “Installing the RackSwitch in a standard equipment rack” on page 20 v “Installing the RackSwitch in an IBM iDataPlex rack” on page 22 ® v “Installing the RackSwitch in an IBM System x or Power rack”...
  • Page 32 Record this information below and print this page and keep it in a safe place for possible future reference. You will need this information when you register the switch with IBM. You can register the switch at http://www.ibm.com/support/ mysupport/. IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8000: Installation Guide...

  • Page 33: Required Tools

    _____________________________________________ components _____________________________________________ _____________________________________________ Required tools You need the following tools or equipment to install the RackSwitch G8000: v Standard flat-blade screwdriver v #2 Phillips screwdriver v Electrostatic discharge wrist strap Package contents The basic RackSwitch G8000 package contains the following items: v G8000 switch unit (one of the following): –...

  • Page 34: Preventing Electric Shock

    The RackSwitch AC power model is designed to work with single-phase power systems that have a grounded neutral conductor. To reduce the risk of electric shock, always plug the power cord into a grounded power outlet. IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8000: Installation Guide...
  • Page 35 DANGER When working on or around the system, observe the following precautions: Electrical voltage and current from power, telephone, and communication cables are hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: v Connect power to this unit only with the provided power cord. Do not use the provided power cord for any other product.

  • Page 36: Handling Static-Sensitive Devices

    Installing the RackSwitch in a standard equipment rack This section describes how to install the RackSwitch G8000 in a standard 19-inch equipment rack. For information about mounting the RackSwitch in other rack types, see the following sections: v “Installing the RackSwitch in an IBM iDataPlex rack”...
  • Page 37 DANGER Rack-mounted devices are not to be used as shelves or work spaces. (L002) Attention: For earthquake stability, mount the switch in a 4-post rack. To install the RackSwitch in a standard equipment rack, complete the following steps: 1. Locate and record the product switch information to configure and register your product and set aside.

  • Page 38: Installing The Rackswitch In An Ibm Idataplex Rack

    43. Installing the RackSwitch in an IBM iDataPlex rack This section describes how to install the RackSwitch G8000 in an IBM iDataPlex rack. The iDataPlex mounting kit allows the switch to be mounted either vertically or horizontally.
  • Page 39 DANGER Rack-mounted devices are not to be used as shelves or work spaces. (L002) To install the RackSwitch in an iDataPlex rack, complete the following steps: 1. Locate and record the product switch information to configure and register your product and set aside. See “Before installing the RackSwitch” on page 15. Note: If this switch is a replacement switch, copy the product information from the original switch onto the RID label that is shipped with replacement switch and affix the new label to the bottom of the new switch.

  • Page 40: Installing The Rackswitch In An Ibm System X Or Power Rack

    “Installing the RackSwitch in a standard equipment rack” on page 20 v “Installing the RackSwitch in an IBM iDataPlex rack” on page 22 The IBM System Networking adjustable 19” 4-post rail mount kit parts must be purchased separately. The following table lists the parts included in the mounting kit.
  • Page 41 Rack-mounted devices are not to be used as shelves or work spaces. (L002) To install the RackSwitch in an IBM System Networking adjustable 19” 4-post rail rack (for Power and System x racks), complete the following steps: 1. Locate and record the product switch information to configure and register your product and set aside.
  • Page 42 Torque the screws to approximately 5.7 Nm +/- 0.1 Nm (50 inch-pounds). 4. Slide the rear mounting brackets into the slots available on the front mounting brackets. IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8000: Installation Guide...
  • Page 43 SEE STEP 5 5. Use the M6 washers, screws, and clip nuts to attach the filler plate to the rear mounting brackets. Torque the screws to approximately 5.7 Nm +/- 0.1 Nm (50 inch-pounds). 6. Use the M3.5 screws to secure the rear brackets to the front brackets. Torque the screws to approximately 1.1 Nm +/- 0.1 Nm (10 inch-pounds).

  • Page 44: Installing The 1U Air Duct Option

    Table 18. 1U air duct mounting kit Item number Description Quantity Cable tie 1U Duct sleeve (long) Mounting bracket, right, assembly, 1U duct Mounting bracket, left, assembly, 1U duct Foam carrier assembly, includes half shears and foam carrier IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8000: Installation Guide...
  • Page 45 Table 18. 1U air duct mounting kit (continued) Item number Description Quantity Screw, slotted, M3.5, 7 mm, flanged hex head Attention: The rack-mounting frame may not be able to support the weight of the networking switch with only the front post mounting brackets (2-post application). If the switch has an undesirable amount of sag, it is recommended to use a 4-post mounting kit.
  • Page 46 Torque the screws to approximately 1.1 Nm (10 inch-pounds). 6. Gently slide the air duct unit side flanges into the card guides until the unit is seated firmly. Make sure that the foam strip is oriented on top. IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8000: Installation Guide...
  • Page 47 Foam Card guides thumbscrews Side flanges 7. Use the two M4 thumbscrews to secure the air duct unit to the air duct brackets. For information about removing the air duct, see “Removing the 1U air duct option” on page 41. Chapter 2.

  • Page 48: Installing An Sfp, Sfp+, And Qsfp+ Transceiver

    After you remove the transceiver, replace the safety cap. Installing an SFP optical transceiver The SFP optical transceiver provides two fiber-optic cable connectors for connecting to external ports. IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8000: Installation Guide...

  • Page 49: Installing An Sfp+ Optical Transceiver

    CAUTION: This product might contain one or more of the following devices: CD-ROM drive, DVD-ROM drive, DVD-RAM drive, or laser module, which are Class 1 laser products. Note the following information: v Do not remove the covers. Removing the covers of the laser product could result in exposure to hazardous laser radiation.

  • Page 50: Installing A Qsfp+ Optical Transceiver

    After you remove the transceiver, replace the safety cap. Installing a QSFP+ optical transceiver The QSFP+ ports accept supported QSFP+ transceivers. The QSFP+ optical transceiver provides an MTP cable connector for connecting to external ports. IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8000: Installation Guide...
  • Page 51 CAUTION: This product might contain one or more of the following devices: CD-ROM drive, DVD-ROM drive, DVD-RAM drive, or laser module, which are Class 1 laser products. Note the following information: v Do not remove the covers. Removing the covers of the laser product could result in exposure to hazardous laser radiation.
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  • Page 53: Chapter 3. Removing And Replacing The Rackswitch And Components

    1. Disconnect all cables. 2. Loosen and remove the M6 screws, washers, and clip nuts (or cage nuts) to remove the switch unit from the rack. 3. Slide the switch out of the rack. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2013...

  • Page 54: Removing The Rackswitch Chassis From A System X Or Power Rack

    2. Loosen and remove the M3 screws that secure the rear brackets to the front brackets. 10 11 3. Slide the rear mounting brackets out of the slots available on the front mounting brackets. IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8000: Installation Guide...
  • Page 55 SEE STEP 5 4. Loosen and remove the M6 screws, washers, and clip nuts are used to connect the front mounting brackets to the front and rear posts in the rack. 5. Slide the RackSwitch out of the rack. 6. Loosen and remove the M4 screws that attach the front mounting brackets to each side of the switch.

  • Page 56: Removing The Rackswitch Chassis From An Idataplex Rack

    2. Loosen and remove the M6 washers, screws, and clip nuts that attach the alignment plate. 3. Loosen and remove the M6 washers and screws that mount the switch unit into the rack. IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8000: Installation Guide...

  • Page 57: Removing The 1U Air Duct Option

    4. Slide the RackSwitch out of the rack. 5. Loosen and remove the M4 screws that attach front and rear mounting brackets to each side of the switch unit. Removing the 1U air duct option To remove the 1U air duct option from a 19" rack, complete the following steps. Chapter 3.

  • Page 58: Removing And Replacing The Main Rackswitch Chassis Unit

    After you remove the chassis unit, securely pack the RackSwitch unit for shipping. To replace the RackSwitch chassis in the rack, see Chapter 2, “Installing the RackSwitch and options,” on page 15. IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8000: Installation Guide...

  • Page 59: Configuring Vital Product Data After A Switch Replacement

    To update the VPD on a new switch, complete the following steps. 1. Log in to the switch and in the CLI mode, type RS G8000>ibmnos 2. At the Password prompt, enter the switch password, and press Enter. The default password is admin.
  • Page 60 Temperature Exhaust: 26 C Power Consumption: 42.570 W (12.000 V, 3.543 A) Switch is in I/O Module Bay 1 For more information about using the switch interface, see the Configuration guide for your interface. IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8000: Installation Guide...

  • Page 61: Chapter 4. Initializing The Rackswitch

    You can access the command-line interface to perform initial configuration tasks. To access the switch CLI and perform initial configuration tasks, use one of the following methods: © Copyright IBM Corp. 2013...

  • Page 62: Default Configuration

    DHCP/BOOTP address is received for that interface. If DHCP/BOOTP is enabled and there is no static address configured for DHCP/BOOTP requests will continue to be sent. This feature does not change existing DHCP/BOOTP functionality. See the following initial configuration example: IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8000: Installation Guide...

  • Page 63: Configuring An Ip Interface

    RS G8000 (config-ip-if)# exit 4. Configure the default gateway. Enable the gateway. RS G8000 (config)# ip gateway 1 address 10.10.10.1 (example gateway address) RS G8000 (config)# ip gateway 1 enable After you configure the IP address for your switch and you have an existing network connection, you can use the Telnet program from an external management station to access and control the switch.

  • Page 64: Updating Firmware

    To check for firmware updates, go to http://www.ibm.com/supportportal/ and click Downloads. Note: Changes are made periodically to the IBM website. Procedures for locating firmware might vary slightly from what is described in this document. Using the Boot Management menu The Boot Management menu enables you to switch the software image, reset the switch to factory defaults, or to recover from a failed software download.
  • Page 65 The Boot Management menu allows you to perform the following actions: v To change the boot image, press 1 and follow the screen prompts. v To change the configuration block, press 2, and follow the screen prompts. v To perform an Xmodem download, press 3 and follow the screen prompts. v To exit the Boot Management menu, press 4.
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  • Page 67: Chapter 5. Troubleshooting

    If you have problems accessing the switch or working with the software, see the RackSwitch G8000 Command Reference. For information about calling IBM for service, see Appendix A, “Getting help and technical assistance,” on page 57. System LED is not lit Symptom: The power supply LED is not lit.
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  • Page 69: Chapter 6. Replaceable Switch Parts

    Chapter 6. Replaceable switch parts The replaceable switch parts are Tier 1 customer replaceable units (CRUs). Replacement of Tier 1 CRUs is your responsibility. If IBM installs a Tier 1 CRU at your request, you will be charged for the installation.
  • Page 70 Table 19. IBM RackSwitch G8000 replaceable parts (continued) Option part Tier 1 CRU part Description Model number number Cable, 5m IBM passive 90Y9433 90Y9432 Cable, 8.5 m IBM passive 90Y9436 90Y9435 Cable, 2 m DC power Cable, 2 m DC...
  • Page 71 Power cord, 4.3 m (14 ft), drawer to OEM 39M5200 PDU, 200-240V, 15A, IEC320/C13, PT# 59 Power cord, 3.05 m (10 ft), drawer to IBM 39M5392 PDU, 200-240V, 10A, IEC320/C20, PT# 59 Power cord, 4.3 m (14 ft) drawer to IBM...
  • Page 72 Line cord, 2.8 m (9 ft) to wall/OEM PDU, 39M5206 200-240V/10A, IEC320/C13, PT#62 Line cord, 2.8 m (9 ft) to wall/OEM PDU, 39M5226 200-240V/10A, IEC320/C13, PT#69 Line cord, 2.8 m (9 ft) to wall/OEM PDU, 39M5102 250V, 10A, IEC320/C13, PT#6, insulated IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8000: Installation Guide...

  • Page 73: Appendix A. Getting Help And Technical Assistance

    If you need help, service, or technical assistance or just want more information about IBM products, you will find a wide variety of sources available from IBM to assist you. Use this information to obtain additional information about IBM and IBM products, determine what to do if you experience a problem with your IBM system or optional device, and determine whom to call for service, if it is necessary.

  • Page 74: How To Send Dynamic System Analysis Data To Ibm

    Creating a personalized support web page At http://www.ibm.com/support/mynotifications/, you can create a personalized support web page by identifying IBM products that are of interest to you. From this personalized page, you can subscribe to weekly email notifications about new technical documents, search for information and downloads, and access various administrative services.

  • Page 75: Appendix B. Notices

    The materials at those websites are not part of the materials for this IBM product, and use of those websites is at your own risk. IBM may use or distribute any of the information you supply in any way it believes appropriate without incurring any obligation to you.

  • Page 76: Important Notes

    IBM makes no representations or warranties with respect to non-IBM products. Support (if any) for the non-IBM products is provided by the third party, not IBM. Some software might differ from its retail version (if available) and might not include user manuals or all program functionality.

  • Page 77: Particulate Contamination

    If IBM determines that the levels of particulates or gases in your environment have caused damage to the device, IBM may condition provision of repair or replacement of devices or parts on implementation of appropriate remedial measures to mitigate such environmental contamination.

  • Page 78: Telecommunication Regulatory Statement

    In the request, be sure to include the publication part number and title. When you send information to IBM, you grant IBM a nonexclusive right to use or distribute the information in any way it believes appropriate without incurring any obligation to you.

  • Page 79: Australia And New Zealand Class A Statement

    EU-Mitgliedsstaaten und hält die Grenzwerte der EN 55022 Klasse A ein. Um dieses sicherzustellen, sind die Geräte wie in den Handbüchern beschrieben zu installieren und zu betreiben. Des Weiteren dürfen auch nur von der IBM empfohlene Kabel angeschlossen werden. IBM übernimmt keine Verantwortung für die Einhaltung der Schutzanforderungen, wenn das Produkt ohne Zustimmung der IBM verändert bzw.

  • Page 80: Vcci Class A Statement

    Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA) statement Japanese Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA) Confirmed Harmonics Guideline (products less than or equal to 20 A per phase). IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8000: Installation Guide...

  • Page 81: Korea Communications Commission (Kcc) Statement

    Korea Communications Commission (KCC) statement This is electromagnetic wave compatibility equipment for business (Type A). Sellers and users need to pay attention to it. This is for any areas other than home. Russia Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Class A statement People's Republic of China Class A electronic emission statement Taiwan Class A compliance statement Appendix B.
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  • Page 83: Index

    Power rack 24 System x rack 24 help, getting 57 required tools 17 requirements environmental 17 iDataPlex rack installing the switch 23 identification labels 15 SFP copper transceiver installing installing 32 1U air duct option 28 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2013...
  • Page 84 United States electronic emission Class A notice 62 United States FCC Class A notice 62 virtual product data, configuring 43 website personalized support 58 publication ordering 58 support line, telephone numbers 57, 58 IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8000: Installation Guide...
  • Page 86 Part Number: 00AY391 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 00AY391...

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