Rapier 48w Switch Installation and Safety Guide
Rapier 48w Switch Rapier 48w Switch Installation and Safety Guide Document Number 613-000757 REV A © 2007 Allied Telesis, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without prior written permission from Allied Telesis, Inc. Allied Telesis, Inc. reserves the right to change specifications and other information in this document without prior written notice. The information provided herein is subject to change without notice. In no event shall Allied Telesis, Inc.
Installation and Safety Guide Contents Switches Covered By This Guide ................................................................................. 4 Package Contents ............................................................................................................. 4 Selecting a Site ................................................................................................................... 5 Installing the Switch .......................................................................
Rapier 48w Switch Switches Covered By This Guide This document includes information on the following switches: ■ Rapier 48w You can download updates to this document from www.alliedtelesis.com/support/software. Package Contents These items are included with each Rapier 48w switch. Contact your authorised distributor or reseller if any items are damaged or missing.
Installation and Safety Guide Selecting a Site Before you install the switch, review the following considerations about its location. ■ For compatibility with Network Equipment Building System (NEBS), the switch must be located in a network telecommunications facility. ■ The Rapier 48w switch requires an ambient temperature from 0ºC to 50ºC (32ºF to 122ºF). ■ There should be adequate front-to-back airflow around the switch and its vents. ■ The site should be dust-free and without moisture.
Rapier 48w Switch Installing the Switch Ports on the switch are suitable only for connections within buildings (intrabuilding) and with cables unexposed to the outside. You can install the switch on a level surface, such as a desktop or bench, in a standard 19-inch rack, or in a 23-inch rack. Before you begin ■ Read the safety information. For your well-being and that of the equipment, read the safety information in this document. You can also download this document from www.alliedtelesis.
Installation and Safety Guide Preparation for NEBS To ensure rack-mounted installations are earthed for compatibility with Network Equipment Building System (NEBS), all bare conductors must be coated with an appropriate antioxidant compound before making crimp connections. Warning All versions of this equipment must be earthed. Rack-mount the switch 1. Ensure the rack has sufficient space for the switch and its cables. For the switch’s requirements, see “Selecting a Site” on page 5. 2.
Rapier 48w Switch Install the air filters For compatibility with Network Equipment Building System (NEBS), this switch requires a filtered air supply. The switch is shipped with air filters which must be installed in each of the fan units. To install an air filter: 8 1. Using a flat screwdriver, undo the captive screws on the front of the fan unit. 2. Slide the fan unit out of its cage. The internal power connection is quite solid, so pull firmly on the captive screws. 3.
Installation and Safety Guide Applying Power to the Switch The specific power supply requirements for the Rapier 48w are clearly displayed on the rear of the switch. If the supply is outside the accepted range for the switch, the switch may not operate or damage to the switch may result. Read “Safety” on page 20 of this document before connecting a DC power supply. Warning Only trained and qualified personnel should connect a DC power supply.
Rapier 48w Switch Connect the switch to ground The protective earth connection should be connected before proceeding with the following power connections. The primary ground for the equipment is a two stud grounding block (bearing the grounding symbol) located on the left rear of the chassis, adjacent to the DC power connector. To connect the switch to ground: 1.
Installation and Safety Guide 3. Connect the A feed -48V wire to the screw terminal labelled “A -” on the rear panel of the switch, and use a flat screwdriver to tighten the screw to a torque of 0.5 to 0.8Nm (4.4 to 7.1lbf in). Ensure no wire strands protrude from the terminal. WARNING This unit might have more than one power input. To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect all power inputs before servicing unit. FOR CENTRALIZED DC POWER CONNECTION, 40-60VDC 4.
Rapier 48w Switch Connecting Data Cables to the Switch Once initial configuration is complete, connect the switch to the network. Warning The Ethernet, DS3 and T1 intra-building ports of the equipment are suitable for connection to intra-building or unexposed wiring or cabling only. The Ethernet, DS3 and T1 intra-building ports of the equipment must not be metallically connected to interfaces that connect to the OSP or its wiring.
Installation and Safety Guide The SFP transceiver must be inserted the right way in the slot: ■ To install an SFP in port 49 (upper), the handle hinge must be at the bottom. ■ To install an SFP in port 50 (lower), the handle hinge must be at the top. SFP Transceiver Release Lever To insert an SFP transceiver, slide the transceiver into the SFP socket, and firmly press it until it engages.
Rapier 48w Switch Configuring the Switch The Rapier 48w switch can be configured with the Command Line Interface (CLI). Before configuring the switch, you must make some basic connections explained in the following procedure. Before starting the procedure, ensure that the switch is installed and operating. Using the CLI to configure the switch 1. Connect a terminal or PC to a console port.
Installation and Safety Guide 4. Change the password. Change the password as soon as possible because a manager account with the default password is a serious security risk. Remember the new password because there is no way to retrieve it if you forget it. To change the account password, use the set password command. 5. Configure the online help. To use online help you must first configure the help file, by using the command: set help=.hlp Help files have a .hlp extension.
Rapier 48w Switch Checking LEDs The following tables describe how the switch and expansion modules report faults and operational activities. Expansion modules are optional and must be purchased separately. Contact your authorised Allied Telesis distributer or reseller, or visit www.alliedtelesis.com for more information on purchasing expansion modules. Status LEDs LED State Description FAULT Off Switch operation is normal. Red The switch or management software is malfunctioning.
Installation and Safety Guide RJ-45 Port LEDs (Ports 1- 48) LED State Description L/A Green 100 M Link established Flashing 100 M Link activity Amber 10 M Link established Flashing 10 M Link activity Off No link Green Full Duplex Flashing N/A Amber Half Duplex Flashing Collisions Off No link D/C SFP Port LEDs (Ports 49 - 50) LED State Description L/A Green 1000 M Link established. Flashing 1000 M Link activity. Off No link. Amber SFP installed.
Rapier 48w Switch Documentation Set The complete document set for Rapier Series switches includes the following: ■ This Installation and Safety Guide for the Rapier 48w switch ■ The Rapier 48w Switch Removable Fan Installation Guide, which describes how to install AT-FAN04 fan-only modules (FOMs) in the Rapier 48w switch ■ The Rapier i Series Switch Safety and Statutory Information booklet, which contains safety information for all Rapier switches except the Rapier 48w ■ The Rapier Series Switch Qui
Installation and Safety Guide Standards This product meets the following standards: Category Approval Agency and Requirement Electrical Safety UL60950-1 CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1-03 21 CFR 1040 Electromagnetic Compliance FCC CFR47 Part 15 Class A NEBS Level 3 GR-1089-Core Issue 4 GR-63-Core Issue 3 WEEE Meets requirements of Directive 2002/96/EC of the European Parliament and of the council of 27 January 2003 U.S.
Rapier 48w Switch Safety WARNING: In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. WARNING: Class 1 Laser product. WARNING: Do not stare into the laser beam. CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments of performance or procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. ELECTRICAL NOTICES WARNING: ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD To prevent ELECTRIC shock, do not remove the cover.
Installation and Safety Guide Always connect the wiring to the LAN equipment first before connecting the wiring to the breaker. To avoid the danger of physical injury from electrical shock, do not work with HOT feeds. Always be sure that the breaker is in the Off position before connecting the wiring to the breaker. WARNING: Do not strip more than the recommended amount of wire.
Rapier 48w Switch 5. Remove the telephone cord from the unit prior to making changes to the expansion port.
Installation and Safety Guide US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) This equipment complies with Part 68 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules for the United States. A label is located on the underside of the base unit containing the FCC registration number. You must, upon request, provide the following information to your local telephone company: For the AR021U PIC Facility Interface Code 021S5 Service Order Code 6.
Rapier 48w Switch Canadian Department of Communications The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements document(s). The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction.
