Installing and Maintaining the C300 System
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Contents 1 About this Guide Information Symbols and Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Related Documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 2 Overview C300 System Installation Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 3 Preparing the Site Site Selection Criteria . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
www.dell.com | support.dell.com 8 Installing DC Power Entry Modules Recommended Normal Operating Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Redundancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Cable and Connector Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Installing a DC PEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Product Recycling and Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 C Contacting Technical Support The iSupport Website . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Accessing iSupport Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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1 About this Guide This guide provides site preparation recommendations and instructions for installing the Dell Force10 C300 chassis, fan tray, power supply units (supplies), route processor modules (RPMs), and line cards. The C300 system is packaged with all of the necessary components, including slot blanks for RPMs, power supplies, and line cards.
www.dell.com | support.dell.com WARNING: Building Supply Notice for AC Supply Use.This product relies on the building's installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection. Ensure that a fuse or circuit breaker no larger than 120 VAC, 15A U.S. (240 VAC, 10A international) is used on the phase conductors (all current-carrying conductors). ATTENTION: Pour ce qui est de la protection contre les courts-circuits (surtension), ce produit dépend de l'installation électrique du local.
Related Documents For more information about the C300 system, refer to the following documents: • FTOS Command Reference for C-Series • FTOS Configuration Guide for C-Series About this Guide | 9
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2 Overview The C300 is a high performance switch/router. The 10-slot system contains two slots for Route Processor Modules (RPMs) and eight slots for line cards. Figure 2-1.
www.dell.com | support.dell.com Table 2-1. C300 Component Requirements Component Minimum Maximum Field-Replaceable Backplane (factory installed) 1 1 No Fan tray 1 1 Yes RPM 1 2 Yes Line card 1 8 Yes AC Power Supply 2 8 Yes DC Power Entry Module 2 8 Yes C300 System Installation Process The Dell Force10 recommended installation process is described below. Step 12 | Task Relevant Section in the Manual 1 Prepare the site.
3 Preparing the Site Site Selection Criteria Before beginning the installation process, make sure that the area where you intend to install your C300 meets the following safety requirements: • It is in a restricted access area. • It is in a dry, clean, well-ventilated, temperature-controlled room, that is away from heat sources such as hot air vents or direct sunlight. • It is away from sources of severe electromagnetic noise. • It is near an adequate source.
www.dell.com | support.dell.com • Make sure that the rack is permanently grounded to earth ground. The equipment rack must be grounded to the same ground point used by the service in your area. • The AC cord is the primary ground. When you install the chassis, use a level to ensure the chassis is installed level. Requirements The C300 needs at least two supplies to operate. However, Dell Force10 recommends a two-plus-one redundancy configuration.
4 Installing C300 Fan Tray The C300 chassis contains one field-replaceable fan tray. There are two types of fan tray that may be installed: Fan Tray CC-C300-FAN2 contains six fans that run at varying speeds depending on system temperature, Fan Tray CC-C300-FAN contains six fans that run at a constant speed. For both types of trays, air flows through the C300 system toward the fans (right to left) and is exhausted on the fan-side of the chassis. The fan tray is accessible from the front of the chassis.
www.dell.com | support.dell.com To install the fan tray: Step Task 1 Slide the connector end into the fan slot (see Figure 4-1). 2 Gently push on the front of the tray until it stops. The fan tray should be flush with the chassis. 3 Use a #2 Phillips screwdriver to secure the fan tray into place by tightening the screws at the top and bottom of the fan tray. NOTE: The fan tray LED will remain lit when the chassis is ed up and the fan tray is functioning properly.
5 Installing RPMs and Line Cards The C300 System accommodates eight line cards and two RPMs. Route Processor Modules The C300 system requires the installation of at least one Route Processor Module (RPM); two are recommended. • One RPM provides 48 Gigabits of bandwidth to each line card. • Two RPMs provides 96 Gigabits of bandwidth to each line card. RPMs are designed to be installed in either the R0 or R1 slot (see Figure 2-1). Do not force RPMs into RPM or line cards slots.
www.dell.com | support.dell.com Table 5-1. RPM Front Panel and LED Descriptions (continued) Section Label Description Flash Slot Use the compact flash card (external compact flash memory card) slot to store and retrieve boot and system images. In Use LED Green: flash memory card is in the process of a read or write process. Do not remove the flash card when the In Use LED is lit. Unlit: not in use. Master LED Indicates that this RPM is the Primary RPM.
NOTE: The fan tray face panel has slot number markings for the RPMs and line cards. Insert the fan tray before the line cards to simplify RPM and line card installation. Step 1 Task Extend the left and right card levers by first pressing gently down on the thumb tabs (see Figure 5-1) in the ejector levers and then pulling the ejector levers simultaneously until they are in the open position. See Figure 5-2. Figure 5-1. Depress the thumb tabs Figure 5-2.
www.dell.com | support.dell.com Step 5 Task Rotate the levers towards the card to seat the backplane connectors and line card in place. Push on the knurled section of the levers until the thumb tabs pop up and lock the unit in place. See Figure 5-3 and Figure 5-4. Figure 5-3. Close the levers Figure 5-4. Press the knurled section of the lever NOTE: Installing a card without fully engaging the locking mechanism will damage the EMI seal on the card below it when that card is inserted.
Figure 5-5. Installing a Line Card Card Guide Card Lever fnC0005mp Figure 5-6.
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6 RPM Cables Connecting the Console Port The console port is an asynchronous serial port. If you connect a device to these ports, it must be capable of asynchronous transmission. Your terminal or terminal emulation mode must be set to VT100 with the following settings: • 9600 baud rate (To avoid autobaud input, the default is set to a 9600 BPS.
www.dell.com | support.dell.com Table 6-1. Console Port (RJ-45) Pin Assignments Pin Signal Input/Output 1 NC (unused) - 2 DTR Output 3 TxD Output 4 GND - 5 GND - 6 RxD Input 7 DSR Input 8 NC (unused) - Accessing the Console with a DB-9 Adapter You can connect to the console using a RJ-45 to RJ-45 rollover cable and a RJ-45 to DB-9 female DTE adapter (labeled “TERMINAL”) to a terminal server (for example, PC). Table 6-2 lists the pin assignments. Table 6-2.
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7 Installing AC Power Supplies The C300 has eight power supply slots at the front-bottom of the chassis (Figure 7-1). The slots accept either AC Power Supply Units (PSUs) or DC Power Entry Modules (PEMs). • Dell Force10 does not support the use of a combination of AC and DC power supplies. • If you select AC, the C300 requires a minimum of two AC power supplies to operate, but Dell Force10 recommends a two-plus-one redundancy configuration, so a minimum of three power supplies is recommended.
www.dell.com | support.dell.com Figure 7-1.
Figure 7-2. AC Power Supply Handle l O Switch AC Power Receptacle Power LED Retaining Pin Threaded Hole Power Supply Retaining Pin fnC0002mp Each AC power supply has one LED as described in Table 7-1. This LED does not function unless an RPM is installed. Table 7-1. Power Supply Unit LED Description Status Description Off The unit is off. Flashing Green Warning: the unit is beyond temperature and/or current limits.
www.dell.com | support.dell.com WARNING: Leakage Current (High Touch Current) in AC-powered systems with more than 3+1 power supplies. The power cord plugs must be secured to the building outlets by the qualified chassis installer or a qualified electrician. WARNING: The C300 operates in either of two voltage ranges. Each range supports a different power supply configuration.
Power Over Ethernet (PoE) The C-Series can transmit power to Ethernet devices over the signal pairs of an Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cable. A maximum of 15.4 Watts (at 48 Volts) can be transmitted over a link. The chassis transmits power to connected IEEE 802.3af-compliant devices via ports that are enabled with PoE. A minimum of four AC power supplies are required to enable PoE, and 77 ports can be enabled per PSU, starting at the fourth, as described in Table 7-2. Table 7-2.
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8 Installing DC Power Entry Modules The C300 has eight supply slots at the front-bottom of the chassis (Figure 8-2 on page 35). The slots accept either AC Power Supplies (PSUs) or DC Power Entry Modules (PEMs). Dell Force10 does not support the use of a combination of AC and DC. • If you select DC, the C300 requires at least one DC PEM for operation, but Dell Force10 recommends a one-plus-one redundancy configuration. Those DC PEMs are inserted in slots 0 and 7.
www.dell.com | support.dell.com Cable and Connector Requirements You must provide your own cables to connect to a remote source (a circuit breaker panel, for example) in your equipment rack or facility. Cables must be sized to meet the following criteria: • Rated for 60A service to allow for a fully loaded C300 system per NEC in the United States or internationally, per local safety codes. • Limit voltage drop across the cable length to 0.5V or less.
Step 4 Task (continued) Slide the PEM into slot 0 or 7 (see (Figure 8-2). If you are installing redundant PEMs, install in both slots 0 and 7. NOTE: Fill all empty slots with blank panels (CC-C-BLNK-PWR). Insert 2 DC PEMs in Slots 0 and 7 fn 00 02 lp Figure 8-2. 5 Secure the PEM in place by tightening the retaining latch on each module so that the arrow points down (Figure 8-2).
www.dell.com | support.dell.com Step Task (continued) 7 Remove the outer nuts and washers from each of the remaining studs. 8 Connect the -48 VDC and Return cables from each PEM to the remote sources. Verify that the remote source is in the OFF position. Locate the appropriate studs on the PEM front panel. • The two top studs (furthest from the GND) are the return (+48V DC) connection. The cable attached to these studs is typically red.
Status LED The status LED indicates the condition of the PEM. Table 8-3. Status LED Descriptions LED Display Meaning Description Off Off No input voltage is present, or the circuit is turned off. Flashing Green Over-Current Warning The load current is above the warning level threshold. This warning takes precedence over the temperature warning. Flashing Green Over-Temperature Warning The temperature is above the temperature warning threshold. Solid Green On The PEM is running normally.
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9 Powering Up Before you supply power to the chassis, Dell Force10 recommends that you re-inspect your equipment rack and chassis. Verify that: • The equipment rack or properly secured and grounded. • The chassis is bolted and secured into your equipment rack. • Make sure the ambient temperature around the unit (which may be higher than the room temperature) is within the limit specified for the unit. • Make sure there is sufficient airflow around the unit.
www.dell.com | support.dell.com WARNING: The C300 operates in either of two voltage ranges. Each range supports a different supply configuration. As a safety precaution, do not install more than the recommended maximum number of PSUs (given by the table below), as this causes high leakage current. Install blank panels in all unused PSU slots.
Booting from the BOOT_USER Prompt The initial boot operation automatically brings up the system to the runtime CLI. To interrupt the automatic boot process, issue a break key sequence (CNTL ^ or CNTL~ ). The console monitor will display the default BOOT_USER # prompt. Refer to “Alarms” on page 59 for instructions to continue the boot process.
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10 Removing and Replacing Components This section provides instructions for removing and replacing the following C300 components: • Removing and Replacing the Fan Tray • Removing and Replacing Power Supply Units • Removing and Replacing a Line Card When a component fails, the C300 System system triggers an alarm LED (located on the active RPM), disables or changes component Status LEDs, and sends events to the SNMP trap and show alarms table (if this feature is configured).
www.dell.com | support.dell.com Figure 10-1. Fan Tray (Left) Connector Fan Blades fnC0004mp To remove and replace the fan tray: Step Task 1 Unscrew the retaining screws at the top and bottom of the fan tray. 2 Use the handle to pull the fan tray out approximately two inches from the chassis. Wait 30 seconds, until the fan blades stop rotating, then completely remove the fan tray. 3 Insert the new fan tray into the chassis.
To remove and replace a supply: Step Task 1 If you are removing one of only two installed power supplies, shut down the chassis. If you are removing a redundant power supply, toggle the switch on the power supply to the OFF (bottom) position. 2 If applicable, disconnect the power cable from the AC power source and the front of the power supply. 3 If using a DC PEM, turn the remote power source (the circuit breaker panel) and the over-current switch to the OFF position.
www.dell.com | support.dell.com Step Task (continued) 2 Extend the left and right card levers by first pressing gently down on the thumb tabs (see Figure 10-2) in the ejector levers and then pulling the ejector levers simultaneously until they are in the open position. See Figure 10-3. Figure 10-2. Depress the thumb tabs Figure 10-3. Extend the levers 3 Pull the card by the card levers until it is out of the slot. Avoid touching the printed circuit board and connector pins.
To remove and replace a C300 RPM: Step Task 1 Unplug any network interface cables connected to the RPM. 2 Extend the left and right card levers by first pressing gently down on the thumb tabs (see Figure 10-4) in the ejector levers and then pulling the ejector levers simultaneously until they are in the open position. See Figure 10-5. Figure 10-4. Depress the thumb tabs Figure 10-5. Extend the levers 3 Pull the card by the card levers until it is out of the slot.
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11 Installing the Chassis Safety Considerations NOTE: Use an equipment lift or pallet jack when lifting or moving the chassis. Install the chassis into the rack before inserting chassis components. Lift the C300 chassis only from the bottom. Lifting by the chassis shelves or power supply openings will damage the chassis. WARNING: To prevent bodily injury when mounting or servicing this unit in a rack, you must take special precautions to ensure that the system remains stable.
www.dell.com | support.dell.com Step 1 Task Install the equipment rack bar. This bar enables you to easily position the chassis into the rack and stabilizes the chassis. • Orient the equipment rack bar at the desired location in the rack, with the arrows pointing up and the smooth side facing outward. Figure 11-1. Installing the Equipment Rack Bar fnC0008mp 50 | 2 Attach the bar to the rack (see Figure 11-1) using the mounting screws provided with your rack.
Step 4 Task Insert screws (provided with your rack) through the chassis rack-mounting bracket and into the equipment rack, and tighten them (see Figure 11-2). Figure 11-2.
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12 System Boot When you supply power to the C300 system, the system performs a series of on self-tests. RPM and line card Status LEDs blink during initialization No user interaction is required as long as the boot process proceeds without interruption. Observe the process on your console monitor. When the boot process is complete, the RPM and line card Status LEDs remain online (green) and the console monitor displays the command line interface (CLI) prompt, Force10>.
www.dell.com | support.dell.com To configure the chassis from the BOOT_USER prompt, use the following commands: Command help or ? boot change {primary | secondary | default} Purpose • Enter help or ? to display a list of available commands and syntax. • Enter syntax help t display syntax information and variable descriptions. If your configuration displays no pre-configured operating system boot parameters, use the boot change command to edit appropriate fields.
Command show interface management ethernet interface management ethernet ip address ip-address ip-address-mask Purpose (continued) • Use the show interface management ethernet command to display the IP address and network mask of the Management Ethernet port.
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13 The Compact Flash Card Each RPM is designed with a slot (slot0:) to accommodate a Compact Flash Card (external compact flash memory card). You can use the Compact Flash Card to store and retrieve boot and system images. For complex configurations, you can copy your configurations onto the Compact Flash Card and then transfer the configuration to other C300 systems in your network. NOTE: Use only a Dell Force10 Compact memory card in your C300 System.
www.dell.com | support.dell.com To remove the flash memory card: Step Task 1 Make sure that the In Use LED is not lit, and gently depress the flash card in the slot. The card should partially eject out of the slot. 2 Remove the card, and place it in an antistatic bag. Formatting the Compact Flash Card New Compact Flash cards must be formatted in the C300 before use.
A Alarms The C300 System generates alarms for the following conditions: • fan tray status • supply status • RPMs status • high temperature on RPMs • line cards status • high temperature on line cards A major alarm is any fault that would render the C300 System non-functional. A minor alarm is any fault that threatens the operation of the C300 System. You can monitor alarm conditions on the C300 System system through the console and LEDs.
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B System Specifications Physical Design Chassis Dimensions Table B-1. Chassis Dimensions Parameter Specifications Height 22.7 inches (57.66 cm) Width 17.4 inches (37.58 cm) Depth 14.4 inches (44.20 cm) Weight 55 lbs (24.95 kg) with factory installed components 152.27 lbs (69.07 kg) fully loaded Mounting Integral rack mount strips for front mounting in a standard 19-inch rack.
www.dell.com | support.dell.com Component Dimensions Table B-2. Component Dimensions Component Catalog Number Length (in) Width (in) Depth (in) Weight (lb) 48-port 1G Line Card LC-CB-GE-48T 15.25 13.75 1.75 5.31 4-port 10G XFP Line Card LC-CB-10GE-4P 15.25 13.75 1.75 5.31 8-port 10G XFP Line Card LC-CB-10GE-8P 15.25 13.75 1.75 5.31 48-port 1G SFP Line Card LC-CB-GE-48P 15.25 13.75 1.75 5.31 48-port 1G PoE Line Card LC-CB-GE-48V 15.25 13.75 1.75 5.
Component Power Requirements Table B-5.
www.dell.com | support.dell.com Canadian Department of Communication Statement European Union EMC Directive Conformance Statement This product is in conformity with the protection requirements of EU Council Directive 2004/108/EC on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility.
Korea (MIC certification) Korea Certification Korea Information Safety Standards and Compliance Agency Certifications • CUS UL (60950-1, 1st Edition) • CSA 60950-1-03, 1st Edition • EN 60950-1, 1st Edition • EN 60825-1, 1st Edition • EN 60825-1 Safety of Laser Products—Part 1: Equipment Classification Requirements and User’s Guide • EN 60825-2 Safety of Laser Products—Part 2: Safety of Optical Fibre Communication Systems • FDA Regulation 21CFR 1040.10 and 1040.
www.dell.com | support.dell.com Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Emissions • Australia/New Zealand: AS/NZS CISPR 22: 2006, Class A • Canada: ICES-003, Issue-4, Class A • Europe: EN55022 2006 (CISPR 22: 2006), Class A • Japan: VCCI V3/ 2007.04 Class A • USA: FCC CFR47 Part 15, Subpart B, Class A Immunity • EN 300 386 V1.3.
In accordance with the European WEEE Directive, electrical and electronic equipment (EEE) is to be collected separately and to be reused, recycled, or recovered at end of life. Users of EEE with the WEEE marking per Annex IV of the WEEE Directive, as shown above, must not dispose of end of life EEE as unsorted municipal waste, but use the collection framework available to customers for the return, recycling and recovery of WEEE.
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C Contacting Technical Support The iSupport Website iSupport provides a range of documents and tools to assist you with effectively using Dell Force10 equipment and mitigating the impact of network outages. Through iSupport you can obtain technical information regarding Dell Force10 products, access to software upgrades and patches, and open and manage your Technical Assistance Center (TAC) cases. Dell Force10 iSupport provides integrated, secure access to these services.
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Step 3 Task When returning an RMA component, follow the packing and shipping directions in the Return Instructions document that accompanies the replacement component. Alternatively, contact your TAC representative for a replacement copy. Generally, you are instructed to return the RMA component in the original packaging material provided with the replacement, and to label the package with the RMA number.
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