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Part No. 060196-10, Rev. C
July 2005
OmniSwitch 6800 Series
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  • Page 1 Part No. 060196-10, Rev. C July 2005 OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide www.alcatel.com OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide July 2005...
  • Page 2 The specifications described in this guide are subject to change without notice. Copyright © 2005 by Alcatel Internetworking, Inc. All rights reserved. This document may not be repro- duced in whole or in part without the express written permission of Alcatel Internetworking, Inc.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    OmniSwitch 6800 Series Application Examples ............1-9 Gigabit-to-the-Desktop Migration ................1-9 Server Aggregation ....................1-10 Layer 3 Aggregation/Distribution ................1-11 Small Enterprise Core ....................1-12 Chapter 2 OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components ..... 2-1 OmniSwitch 6800-24 ......................2-3 OmniSwitch 6800-48 ......................2-5 OmniSwitch 6800-U24 ....................2-7 OmniSwitch 6800-24L ....................2-9 OmniSwitch 6800-48L ....................2-11...
  • Page 4 Setting Up a Stacked Configuration ................2-22 Rack Mounting Stacked Configurations ..............2-22 Cabling Stacked Configurations ................2-22 Redundant Stacking Cable Connections ............2-22 Supported Cabling Patterns ................2-22 Booting OmniSwitch 6800 Series Switches ..............2-25 Booting a Standalone Switch .................2-25 Booting Stacked Configurations ................2-26 Power Cords ........................2-27 Console Port ........................2-28 Serial Connection Default Settings ................2-28...
  • Page 5 Chapter 3 Managing OmniSwitch 6800 Series Stacks ............3-1 In This Chapter ........................3-1 OmniSwitch 6800 Series Stack Overview ..............3-2 Roles Within the Stack ....................3-2 Primary and Secondary Management Modules ............3-2 Primary Management Module Selection ............3-5 Secondary Management Module Selection ............3-8 Idle Module Role ....................3-10...
  • Page 6 Operating Voltage Warning ................A-7 Power Disconnection Warning ................. A-8 Proper Earthing Requirement Warning ............A-8 Read Important Safety Information Warning ........... A-9 Restricted Access Location Warning ............... A-9 Wrist Strap Warning ..................A-10 OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide July 2005...
  • Page 7 Advertencia sobre una apropiada conexión a tierra ........A-12 Leer “información importante de seguridad” ..........A-12 Advertencia de acceso restringido ..............A-12 Advertencia de pulsera antiestática ..............A-12 Clase de seguridad ..................A-12 Index ........................Index-1 OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide July 2005...
  • Page 8 Contents viii OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide July 2005...

  • Page 9: About This Guide

    In addition, all OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches (except for the OmniSwitch 6800-U24) offer fixed stacking ports. The stacking ports on OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches allow two to eight switches to be assembled and managed as one virtual chassis known as a stack.

  • Page 10: Supported Platforms

    OmniSwitch 6648 • OmniSwitch 6600-U24 • OmniSwitch 6600-P24 • OmniSwitch 6602-24 • OmniSwitch 6602-48 • OmniSwitch 7700 • OmniSwitch 7800 • OmniSwitch 8800 • Omni Switch/Router • OmniStack • OmniAccess • page x OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide July 2005...

  • Page 11: Who Should Read This Manual

    CLI commands that pertain directly to hardware configuration, but it is not intended as a software users guide. There are several OmniSwitch 6800 Series users guides that focus on switch soft- ware configuration. Consult those guides for detailed information and examples for configuring your switch software to operate in a live network environment.

  • Page 12: How Is The Information Organized

    About This Guide How is the Information Organized? This users guide provides an overview of OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches in the first chapter, an over- view and procedures for setting up and managing OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches in the second chap- ter, and an overview and procedures for managing stacks in the third chapter.
  • Page 13 802.1Q, VLANs, and Spanning Tree. The OmniSwitch 6800 Series Network Configuration Guide contains overview information, procedures and examples on how standard networking technologies are configured in the OmniSwitch 6800 Series. The OmniSwitch 6800 Series Advanced Routing Configuration Guide includes configuration information for networks using Open Shortest Path First (OSPF).

  • Page 14: Related Documentation

    Related Documentation About This Guide Related Documentation The following are the titles and descriptions of all the OmniSwitch 6800 Series user manuals: OmniSwitch 6800 Series Getting Started Guide • Describes the hardware and software procedures for getting an OmniSwitch 6800 Series switch up and running.

  • Page 15: User Manual Cd

    User Manual CD User Manual CD All user guides for the OmniSwitch 6800 Series are included on the User Manual CD. This CD also includes user guides for other Alcatel data enterprise products. In addition, it contains a stand-alone version of the on-line help system that is embedded in the OmniVista network management application.
  • Page 16 Technical Support About This Guide page xvi OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide July 2005...
  • Page 17 1 OmniSwitch 6800 Series The OmniSwitch 6800 Series is an advanced fixed configuration family of Ethernet switches. These switches provide wire rate layer-2 forwarding and layer-3 routing with advanced services. OmniSwitch 6800-24 ns ole OmniSwitch 6800-48 ee d it ch...
  • Page 18 8000 series switches (i.e., OS7700, OS7800, and OS8800). They are designed to meet the most stringent requirements for mission-critical networks. Whether operating as a single switch or as a stack, the OmniSwitch 6800 Series offers effective availabil- ity, resiliency, and security features and are ideal for the following network applications: Enterprise workgroups/LAN wiring closets •...
  • Page 19 Combo Ports OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches offer four Gigabit Ethernet combo ports, located on the front panel. These ports consist of four paired 10/100/1000Base-T and four 1000 SFP ports. Preferences for these ports are user-configurable. Refer to the “Configuring Ethernet Ports” in the OmniSwitch 6800 Series Network Configuration Guide for complete details.

  • Page 20: Chapter 1 Omniswitch 6800 Series

    10/100/1000 ports are added for each OS6800-48. Up to eight switches can be stacked. OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches can be mixed and matched in any combination within the stack. This provides a virtual chassis with a 10/100/1000 capacity of up to 384 ports.

  • Page 21: Availability Features

    • Management Module Redundancy In stacked configurations, one OmniSwitch 6800 Series switch is designated as the primary “management module” for the stack. Because the stack can be thought of as a virtual chassis, the role of this primary management switch is to monitor and manage the functions of the stack.

  • Page 22: Software Rollback

    OmniSwitch 6800 Series Software Rollback Software rollback (also referred to as image rollback) essentially allows the OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches (in both standalone and stacked configurations) to return to a prior “last known good” version of software in the event of a system software problem. The switch controls software rollback through its resilient directory structure design (i.e., /flash/working and /flash/certified).

  • Page 23: Hardware Monitoring

    LEDs, which provide visual status information, are provided on the chassis front panel. LEDs are used to indicate conditions such as hardware and software status, temperature errors, link integrity, data flow, etc. For detailed LED descriptions, refer to Chapter 2, “OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components.” User-Driven Monitoring User-driven hardware monitoring refers to CLI commands that are entered by the user in order to access the current status of hardware components.

  • Page 24: Port And Fabric Capacities

    OmniSwitch 6800 Series Port and Fabric Capacities OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches offer 20 non combo 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports, 44 non combo 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports, 20 non combo 1000 Mbps SFP ports, 20 non combo 10/100 Ethernet ports, or 44 non combo 10/100 Ethernet ports. The switches also offer combo ports, which consist of four paired Gigabit Ethernet SFP ports and four 10/100/100 Ethernet ports.

  • Page 25: Omniswitch 6800 Series Application Examples

    Layer 3 Aggregation/Distribution • Small Enterprise core • Gigabit-to-the-Desktop Migration OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches provide a migration path to Gigabit on the edge of the LAN. For example: 10/100/1000 Layer 2+ Switching 10/100/1000 Layer 3 Switching OmniSwitch 6800 OmniSwitch 6800...

  • Page 26: Server Aggregation

    OmniSwitch 6800 Series Application Examples OmniSwitch 6800 Series Server Aggregation The OmniSwitch 6800 Series switch is a well-suited server aggregation switch, especially for space- constrained data centers, where the switch can be installed in the same rack as the servers. For example: 10/100/1000 Switching...

  • Page 27: Layer 3 Aggregation/Distribution

    OmniSwitch 6800 Series Application Examples Layer 3 Aggregation/Distribution OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches placed in the distribution layer of three-tier networks provide high- capacity, wire speed Layer 2 switching, Layer 3 routing, and intelligent services near the edge of the network. For example:...

  • Page 28: Small Enterprise Core

    Small Enterprise Core With its high-speed switching capacity, supported Layer 3 routing protocols, advanced network services, and wire speed 10 Gigabit capability, the OmniSwitch 6800 Series provides effective core switching for smaller Enterprise networks (200-500 ports). For example: 10/100 layer 2 Switching...

  • Page 29: Chapter 2 Omniswitch 6800 Series Chassis And Hardware Components

    2 OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches are available in five stackable chassis configurations—the 24-port OmniSwitch 6800-24 (OS6800-24), OmniSwitch 6800-U24 (OS6800-U24), and OmniSwitch 6800-24L (OS6800-24L) and the 48-port OmniSwitch 6800-48 (OS6800-48) and OmniSwitch 6800-48L (OS6800- 48L).
  • Page 30 OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components OmniSwitch 6800-24 so le C on OmniSwitch 6800-48 ee d it ch n iS PR I BP S so le C on FA N OmniSwitch 6800-U24 it ch ee d n iS PR I...

  • Page 31: Omniswitch 6800-24

    OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components OmniSwitch 6800-24 OmniSwitch 6800-24 The OmniSwitch 6800-24 is a stackable edge/workgroup switch offering 24 10/100/1000Base-T ports, as well as four combo SFP ports for high speed connections. The front panel of the OS6800-24 chassis contains the following major components: System status and slot indicator LEDs •...
  • Page 32 OmniSwitch 6800-24 OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components OS6800-24 Specifications Total 10/100/1000Base-T ports per switch Total combo SFP slots per switch Total 10/100/1000Base-T ports 192 (stack of eight switches) per stack Total combo SFP slots per stack 32 (stack of eight switches)

  • Page 33: Omniswitch 6800-48

    OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components OmniSwitch 6800-48 OmniSwitch 6800-48 The OmniSwitch 6800-48 is a stackable edge/workgroup switch offering 48 10/100/1000Base-T ports, as well as four combo SFP ports for high speed connections. The front panel of the OS6800-48 chassis contains the following major components: System status and slot indicator LEDs •...
  • Page 34 OmniSwitch 6800-48 OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components OS6800-48 Specifications Total 10/100/1000Base-T ports per switch Total combo SFP slots per switch Total 10/100/1000Base-T ports 384 (stack of eight switches) per stack Total combo SFP slots per stack 32 (stack of eight switches)

  • Page 35: Omniswitch 6800-U24

    OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components OmniSwitch 6800-U24 OmniSwitch 6800-U24 The OmniSwitch 6800-U24 is an edge/workgroup switch offering 24 1000Base-X MiniGBIC SFP ports, as well as four combo 10/100/1000Base-T ports. The front panel of the OS6800-U24 chassis contains the following major components: System status and slot indicator LEDs •...
  • Page 36 OmniSwitch 6800-U24 OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components OS6800-U24 Specifications Total 1000Base-X MiniGBIC SFP ports per switch Total combo 10/100/1000Base- T ports per switch Fabric capacity 80 Gbps Power 150W AC/DC power supply, providing +12V @ 12.5A; 90-264VAC50-60 Hz universal input...

  • Page 37: Omniswitch 6800-24L

    Note. The 20 (non combo ports) 10/100Base-T ports on the OmniSwitch 6800-24L can be upgraded to 10/100/1000Base-T ports. Please contact your Alcatel representative for more information. Refer to the illustration below for more front panel information. For detailed LED descriptions, refer to page 2-13.
  • Page 38 OmniSwitch 6800-24L OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components OS6800-24L Specifications Total 10/100/Base-T ports per switch Total 10/100/1000Base-T combo ports per switch Total combo SFP slots per switch Total 10/100Base-T ports per 160 (stack of eight switches) stack Total combo SFP slots per stack 32 (stack of eight switches)

  • Page 39: Omniswitch 6800-48L

    Note. The 44 (non combo ports) 10/100Base-T ports on the OmniSwitch 6800-48L can be upgraded to 10/100/1000Base-T ports. Please contact your Alcatel representative for more information. Refer to the illustration below for more front panel information. For detailed LED descriptions, refer to page 2-13.
  • Page 40 OmniSwitch 6800-48L OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components OS6800-48L Specifications Total 10/100Base-T ports per switch Total 10/100/1000Base-T combo ports per switch Total combo SFP slots per switch Total 10/100Base-T ports per 352 (stack of eight switches) stack Total combo SFP slots per stack 32 (stack of eight switches)

  • Page 41: Status Leds

    OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components Status LEDs Status LEDs LEDs provide visual status information. These “status lights” are used to indicate conditions such as hardware and software status, primary role status (stacked configurations), power supply status, fan and temperature errors, 10 Gigabit uplink status (when applicable), slot number information, data speed, link integrity, and activity.

  • Page 42: 10/100/1000 Leds

    Status LEDs OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components 10/100/1000 LEDs There are two LEDS on 10/100/1000 ports. The left-hand LED is the data speed LED. Displays solid green for 1000 Mbps; displays amber for 100 Mbps; off for 10 Mbps or no traffic flow. The right-hand LED is the link/activity status LED.

  • Page 43: Rear Panel

    • switches) Stacking ports (all OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches except for the OmniSwitch 6800-U24) • 10 Gigabit XFP module slot (all OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches except for the OmniSwitch 6800-24 • and OmniSwitch 6800-24L) Stacking Ports A and B Connector ports for use in stacking OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches into a virtual chassis.

  • Page 44: Mounting The Switch

    Mounting the Switch OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components Mounting the Switch Note. If you are relocating the switch, be sure to power it down and remove all network, stacking, and power cables before moving. Airflow Considerations Be sure that your switch is placed in a well-ventilated, static-free environment. Always allow adequate clearance at the front, rear, and sides of the switch.

  • Page 45: Chassis Airflow

    OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components Mounting the Switch Chassis Airflow The fans pull air from the air intake vent located at the left-hand side of the chassis. The air is directed horizontally through the chassis and past the circuit board. Airflow is then exhausted through the fan vents at the right-hand side of the chassis.

  • Page 46: Blank Cover Panels

    Blank cover panels are provided with your switch and are used to cover empty backup power supply bays and 10 Gigabit uplink bays (all OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches except for the OmniSwitch 6800-24 and OmniSwitch 6800-24L). These cover panels play an important role in chassis airflow and temperature management.

  • Page 47: Installation Options

    OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches can be installed freestanding as tabletop units. Place your switch in a stable, flat, static-free surface. Note. OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches must be placed “right side up.” Never attempt to operate a switch positioned on its side.

  • Page 48: Rack-Mounting The Switch

    OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components Rack-Mounting the Switch Refer to the important guidelines below before installing the OmniSwitch 6800 Series chassis in a rack. It is recommended that two people install the switch in the rack—one person to hold the chassis and •...

  • Page 49: Installing And Removing Combo Port Sfps

    Stacked Configuration” on page 2-22. Installing and Removing Combo Port SFPs OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches offer four Gigabit Ethernet combo ports, located on the front panel (see page 2-3 page 2-5). These combo ports support hot-swappable fiber Small Form-Factor Pluggables (SFPs).

  • Page 50: Setting Up A Stacked Configuration

    Setting Up a Stacked Configuration OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components Setting Up a Stacked Configuration Rack Mounting Stacked Configurations To rack mount a stacked configuration, install all switches that are to be included in the stacked configura- tion as described on pages 2-20 through 2-21.
  • Page 51 OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components Setting Up a Stacked Configuration Starting from the top of the stack, insert one end of the stacking cable into either stacking port A or stacking port B. The stacking port (A or B) depends on your preferred cabling pattern. Refer to Chapter 3, “Managing OmniSwitch 6800 Series Stacks”...
  • Page 52 Setting Up a Stacked Configuration OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components To provide added resiliency and redundancy, you must install the redundant stacking cable to connect the top switch in the stack to the bottom switch. Connect the redundant cable now. Refer to the diagram...

  • Page 53: Booting Omniswitch 6800 Series Switches

    Booting a Standalone Switch The OmniSwitch 6800 Series switch does not use an on/off switch. The power cord is the switch’s only connect/disconnect device. The power connector socket is located on the switch’s rear panel. For more information, refer to “Rear Panel”...

  • Page 54: Booting Stacked Configurations

    Once the switches have been connected into a virtual chassis, the next step is to manually power on the stack. The OmniSwitch 6800 Series switch does not use an on/off switch. The power cord is the switch’s only connect/disconnect device. The power connector socket is located on the switch’s rear panel. For more information, refer to “Rear Panel”...

  • Page 55: Power Cords

    OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components Power Cords Note. Chapter 3, “Managing OmniSwitch 6800 Series Stacks,” provides important information on virtual chassis behavior during and after a boot. Consulting this chapter is strongly recommended for users oper- ating switches in a stacked configuration.

  • Page 56: Console Port

    Console Port OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components Console Port The console port, located on the chassis front panel, provides a console connection to the switch and is required when logging into the switch for the first time. By default, this RJ-45 connector provides a DTE console connection.
  • Page 57 OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components Console Port To change the stop bits value, enter boot serialstopbits, followed by the number of stop bits. Options include 1 (default) and 2. For example: Boot > boot serialstopbits 2 Verify your current changes by entering show at the boot prompt: Boot >...

  • Page 58: Console Port Pinouts

    Console Port OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components Console Port Pinouts RJ-45 Console Port – Connector Pinout Pin Number Signals as DTE Console Port Ground Ground page 2-30 OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide July 2005...

  • Page 59: Monitoring The Chassis

    Monitoring the Chassis Monitoring the Chassis OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches can be monitored and managed via the console port using Command Line Interface (CLI) commands. The switches can also be monitored and managed via the Ethernet ports using CLI commands, WebView, SNMP, and OmniVista.

  • Page 60: Checking Fan Status

    For a complete list of output definitions for this command, refer to the OmniSwitch CLI Reference Guide. Checking Power Supply Status For information on checking power supplies for standalone and stacked OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches, refer to “Viewing Primary and Backup Power Supply Status” on page 2-55.

  • Page 61: Using Leds To Visually Monitor The Chassis

    Combo Port Status LEDs • For tables showing LED states for switches and stacks operating normally, refer to pages 2-25 and 2-26. For detailed information on all OmniSwitch 6800 Series LEDs, refer to page 2-13. OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide July 2005...

  • Page 62: Os6800-Xni-U2 10 Gigabit Expansion Module

    OS6800-XNI-U2 10 Gigabit Expansion Module OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components OS6800-XNI-U2 10 Gigabit Expansion Module OmniSwitch 6800-48, 6800-U24, and 6800-48L switches support a 10 Gigabit expansion module (OS6800-XNI-U2). The slot for the expansion module is located at the rear panel of the switch chassis.

  • Page 63: 10 Gigabit Slot And Port Numbering

    No more than five expansion modules can operate within a stack of OS6800 or OS6800-L switches at any time. Refer to the “Managing OmniSwitch 6800 Series Stacks” chapter for more information on tokens. OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide...

  • Page 64: 10 Gige Interoperability Between Os6800 And Os8800 Switches

    OS6800-XNI-U2 10 Gigabit Expansion Module OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components 10 GigE Interoperability Between OS6800 and OS8800 Switches In order to have 10 Gigabit uplink operability between OS6800 and OS8800 switches, users must issue the bridge port 10gig os8800optimized command on the OS6800 switch.

  • Page 65: Installing 10 Gigabit Expansion Modules

    OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components OS6800-XNI-U2 10 Gigabit Expansion Module Installing 10 Gigabit Expansion Modules ESD Caution. Before handling the expansion module, you must discharge all static electricity on your person to avoid Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) damage. If using a wrist strap, ensure that the wrist strap touches your skin.

  • Page 66: Removing 10 Gigabit Modules

    OS6800-XNI-U2 10 Gigabit Expansion Module OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components Removing 10 Gigabit Modules To remove an expansion module from the chassis, follow the steps below: ESD Caution. Before handling the expansion module, you must discharge all static electricity on your person to avoid Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) damage.

  • Page 67: Gbps Small Form Factor Pluggables (Xfps)

    OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components OS6800-XNI-U2 10 Gigabit Expansion Module 10 Gbps Small Form Factor Pluggables (XFPs) 10 Gbps Small Form Factor Pluggables (XFPs) are fiber-based optical transceivers for use with OS6800-XNI-U2 expansion modules on OS6800-48, OS6800-48L, and OS6800-U24 switches. XFPs are fully hot-swappable and are available for both short-reach and long-reach applications.

  • Page 68: Xfp Specifications

    OS6800-XNI-U2 10 Gigabit Expansion Module OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components XFP Specifications 10G-XFP-LR Technical Specifications Connector type Cable supported Single mode; supports 10 micron Source type 1310 nm ≈ Cable distances 10 kilometers Power consumption 2W (approximate) Operating temperature...

  • Page 69: Installing And Removing Xfps

    OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components OS6800-XNI-U2 10 Gigabit Expansion Module Installing and Removing XFPs Each 10 Gigabit expansion module supports up to two XFPs. In many cases, XFPs are packaged sepa- rately and therefore are not factory-installed. For information on installing or removing XFPs, refer to the steps below.

  • Page 70: Backup Power Supply Components

    The OS6800-BPS-SHLF backup power supply shelf is a separate, rack-mountable chassis offering power supply bays for up to eight 225 watt power supply modules. Each module can be connected to a single OmniSwitch 6800 Series switch—either standalone or in a stacked configuration. Refer to the sections below for more information.

  • Page 71: Os6800-Bps-Shlf Backup Power Shelf Specifications

    0% to 95% Relative Humidity (Storage) Important Note. The OS6800-BPS-SHLF power shelf is an accessory product and can be used only with the OmniSwitch 6800 Series product. Do not attempt to operate the OS6800-BPS-SHLF power shelf with any other product or chassis type.

  • Page 72: Os6800-Bps 225W Backup Power Supply

    Backup Power Supply Components OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components OS6800-BPS 225W Backup Power Supply Up to eight OS6800-BPS 225 watt power supplies can be installed in the OS6800-BPS-SHLF power shelf. Each OS6800-BPS provides backup power for one OS6800-24 or OS6800-48 switch.

  • Page 73: Os6800-Bps 225W Backup Power Supply Specifications

    0% to 95% Relative Humidity (Storage) Important Note. The OS6800-BPS backup power supply is an accessory product and can be used only with the OmniSwitch 6800 Series product. Do not attempt to operate the OS6800-BPS backup power supply with any other product or chassis type.

  • Page 74: Rack-Mounting The Os6800-Bps-Shlf Power Shelf

    19-inch rack mount installations. These flanges must be attached to the chassis before the power shelf can be rack mounted. Note. If you are installing the power shelf in a 23-inch wide rack, Alcatel offers optional 23-inch rack- mounting hardware. For more information, contact your Alcatel representative.
  • Page 75 OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components Backup Power Supply Components After the rack-mount flanges are secured to the power shelf, mark the holes on the rack where the power shelf is to be installed. Lift and position the power shelf until the rack-mount flanges are flush with the rack post.

  • Page 76: Installing A Backup Power Supply In The Power Shelf

    Backup Power Supply Components OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components Installing a Backup Power Supply In the Power Shelf Hot-Swapping Backup Power Supplies. Backup power supplies are fully hot-swappable. In other words, you can add a backup power supply to the power shelf at any time without disturbing the switch’s network functions.
  • Page 77 OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components Backup Power Supply Components With one hand, grasp the handle at the front of the power supply. Place your other hand under the power supply casing to support its weight. Carefully insert the rear of the casing into the power supply bay and slide the power supply back along the chassis alignment guide until its connector meets the chassis backplane connector.

  • Page 78: Installing The Backup Power Supply Daughtercard

    Powering on the Backup Power Supplies OmniSwitch 6800 Series backup power supplies do not use on/off switches. The power cord is the supply’s only connect/disconnect device. The power connector socket is located on the supply’s front panel. For more information, refer to “OS6800-BPS 225W Backup Power Supply”...

  • Page 79: Removing A Backup Power Supply

    OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components Backup Power Supply Components Removing a Backup Power Supply Note. You can remove a backup power supply from the power shelf at any time without disturbing the switch’s network functions. You are not required to power down the switch.
  • Page 80 Backup Power Supply Components OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components Once the captive screws are completely disengaged, grasp both captive screws and slowly pull the power supply out of the power supply bay. Removing the Backup Power Supply Store the power supply in a secure, static-free location.

  • Page 81: Removing The Backup Power Supply Daughtercard

    OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components Backup Power Supply Components Removing the Backup Power Supply Daughtercard Note. You can remove a daughtercard from the chassis at any time without disturbing the switch’s network functions. You are not required to power down the switch.

  • Page 82: Backup Power Supply Pinouts

    Backup Power Supply Pinouts OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components Backup Power Supply Pinouts OS6800-BPS 225W Backup Power Supply Connector Pin Number -50 VDC Ground Enable RPS_ABNORMAL OS6800-BPS 225W Backup Power Supply Cable Pin Number Power Shelf Side Pin Number...

  • Page 83: Viewing Primary And Backup Power Supply Status

    OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components Viewing Primary and Backup Power Supply Status Viewing Primary and Backup Power Supply Status The switch constantly monitors primary and backup power supply operation. If either the primary or backup power source unexpectedly shuts down, the switch sends out a notification to the user. In addition, the power LED on the chassis front panel and the LED on the backup power supply front panel (if installed) display solid amber.

  • Page 84: No Slot Number Is Specified

    Viewing Primary and Backup Power Supply Status OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components No Slot Number is Specified If you do not enter a slot number, power supply information for all switches in the stack displays. For example: -> show power...

  • Page 85: Managing Omniswitch 6800 Series Stacks

    3 Managing OmniSwitch 6800 Series Stacks In addition to working as individual stand-alone switches, OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches can also be linked together to work as a single virtual chassis known as a stack. With stacks, users can easily expand their switching capacity simply by adding additional switches to the stack.

  • Page 86: Omniswitch 6800 Series Stack Overview

    Network Interfaces (NIs). Roles Within the Stack In order to operate as a virtual chassis, switches within an OmniSwitch 6800 Series stack are assigned specific roles. These roles include primary and secondary management roles, idle status, and pass-through.
  • Page 87 Refer to “Synchronizing Switches in a Stack” on page 3-35 for more information. Primary A stack of four OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches is operating normally. The stack consists of a primary Secondary module, secondary module, and two elements operating Idle in idle status.
  • Page 88 Roles Within the Stack Managing OmniSwitch 6800 Series Stacks A stack of two OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches is operating normally. The stack consists of a primary Primary module and a secondary module. (The software on both elements in the stack is synchronized.)

  • Page 89: Primary Management Module Selection

    Roles Within the Stack Primary Management Module Selection In order for a stack of OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches to operate as a virtual chassis, there must be mechanism for dynamically selecting which switch within the stack will assume the primary management role.
  • Page 90 For more information on using saved slot information to determine the primary switch in a stack, refer to the diagram below: Saved Slot 6 Four OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches are stacked; all switches are connected via stacking cables. The user configures each Saved Slot 5 switch to have a unique saved slot number.
  • Page 91 For more information on using saved slot information to determine the primary switch in a stack, refer to the diagram below: Four OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches are stacked and connected via stacking cables. All switches are currently powered off. The user powers on a single switch in the stack.

  • Page 92: Secondary Management Module Selection

    In order to provide effective management module redundancy, all OmniSwitch 6800 Series stacked configurations dynamically assign a backup—or secondary—management module during the boot process. OmniSwitch 6800 Series stacks use two different methods for selecting the secondary switch. These methods are: Stacking connection to the primary switch •...
  • Page 93 For more information on using saved slot information to determine the secondary management module in a stack, refer to the diagram below: Saved Slot 1 Four OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches are stacked; all switches Saved Slot 3 are connected via stacking cables. The user configures each switch to have a unique saved slot number, as shown.

  • Page 94: Idle Module Role

    For more information on dynamic assignment of idle modules in a stack, refer to the diagram below: Four OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches are stacked; all switches are connected via stacking cables. The stack is booted.

  • Page 95: Pass-Through Mode

    MAC address will be given the secondary manage- ment role. The slot with the higher MAC address will be forced into pass-through mode. OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide July 2005...

  • Page 96: Recovering From Pass-Through Mode (Duplicate Slot Numbers)

    This can be further verified by looking down the saved slot column in the table. Note that slot 2, operating in the secondary management role, has a saved slot value of 2. Slot 1001, operating in pass-through, also has a saved slot value of 2. page 3-12 OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide July 2005...
  • Page 97 Saved Link A Remote Remote Link B Remote Remote Slot State Port State Port ----+-----------+--------+------+-------+-------+-------+-------+-------+------- 1 PRIMARY RUNNING StackA StackA 2 SECONDARY RUNNING StackB StackB 3 IDLE RUNNING StackA StackB OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide July 2005 page 3-13...
  • Page 98 3 IDLE RUNNING StackB StackA 4 IDLE RUNNING StackB StackA 5 IDLE RUNNING StackB StackA 6 IDLE RUNNING StackB StackA 7 IDLE RUNNING StackB StackA 8 IDLE RUNNING StackB StackA page 3-14 OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide July 2005...

  • Page 99: Stack Cabling

    Stacking cables for OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches can be connected in any pattern. In other words, the cable connected to stacking port A of one switch can be connected to either stacking port A or stacking port B of the adjacent switch.

  • Page 100: Redundant Stacking Cable Connection

    Managing OmniSwitch 6800 Series Stacks Redundant Stacking Cable Connection OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches allow redundant stacking cable connections between the top-most and bottom-most switches in a stack. Important. For a stacked configuration to have effective redundancy, a redundant stacking cable must be installed between the upper-most and bottom-most switch in the chassis at all times.

  • Page 101: Checking Redundant Stacking Cable Status

    Redundant cable status : present Tokens used : 12 Tokens available : 20 In this example, a redundant stacking cable connection is present between the top-most and bottom-most switches in the stack. OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide July 2005 page 3-17...

  • Page 102: Slot Numbering

    Managing OmniSwitch 6800 Series Stacks Slot Numbering For a stack of OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches to operate as a virtual chassis, each module in the stack must be assigned a unique slot number. To view the current slot assignments for a stack, use the...
  • Page 103 3 is assigned the slot number 4, and Slot 1 - Primary so on. This default procedure ensures the most ordered and manageable stack topology out of the box. Dynamic Slot Numbering Example 2 OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide July 2005 page 3-19...

  • Page 104: Manual Slot Number Assignment

    Instead, new slot number information is first saved to each boot.slot.cfg file across the stack. The reboot is saved for last in order to avoid duplicate slot numbers within the stack, which would cause unwanted pass-though mode conditions (see page 3-11). page 3-20 OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide July 2005...

  • Page 105: Reverting To The Dynamic Slot Numbering Model

    Because the system software no longer has preassigned slot infor- mation to read during the boot process, the stack uses the dynamic slot number assignment method described on page 3-18. OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide July 2005 page 3-21...

  • Page 106: Hot-Swapping Modules In A Stack

    Make sure all switches are running the same software version. • Note. Other stackable Alcatel products, such as the OmniSwitch 6600 Series switch, cannot be added to an OmniSwitch 6800 Series virtual chassis. To avoid duplicate slot numbers, simply make sure that any modules being added to an existing stack have been cleared of preassigned slot information.

  • Page 107: Merging Stacks

    32 tokens for all hardware operating within the stack. If a module is inserted into an existing stack and not enough tokens are available, an error will result. Refer to “Understanding Tokens” on page 3-24 for more information. OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide July 2005 page 3-23...

  • Page 108: Understanding Tokens

    20 tokens available for any modules brought into the stack. Note. To view the types of modules (e.g., OS6800-24, OS6800-48, etc.) used in the current stacked configuration, use the show module command. page 3-24 OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide July 2005...

  • Page 109: Reloading Switches

    OmniSwitch CLI Reference Guide. Primary - Slot 1 In this stack of four OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches, the slot 1 Secondary - Slot 2 switch is the primary management module. The slot 2 switch is the secondary.
  • Page 110 If there are only two switches in the stack, the switch that was reloaded (the former primary) assumes the secondary role when it comes back up. In this stack of two OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches, the slot 1 Primary - Slot 1 switch is the primary management module.

  • Page 111: Reloading The Secondary Management Module

    OmniSwitch CLI Reference Guide. Primary - Slot 1 In this stack of four OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches, the slot 1 Secondary - Slot 2 switch is the primary management module. The slot 2 switch is the secondary.
  • Page 112 If there are only two switches in the stack, the switch that was reloaded (the former secondary) resumes the secondary role when it comes back up. In this stack of two OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches, the slot 1 Primary - Slot 1 switch is the primary management module.

  • Page 113: Reloading Switches With Idle Roles

    Otherwise, the switch is likely to come up again in pass-through mode. For detailed information, including steps used to recover from pass-through, refer to page 3-11. OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide July 2005 page 3-29...

  • Page 114: Reloading All Switches In A Stack

    All other switches will be assigned to idle roles. An illustrated example of this method for assigning slot numbers and management roles is provided on pages 3-20 and 3-21. page 3-30 OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide July 2005...
  • Page 115 To check the current saved slot information across the stack, use the show stack topology command. For detailed information on pass-through mode, refer to “Pass-Through Mode” on page 3-11. OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide July 2005 page 3-31...

  • Page 116: Avoiding Split Stacks

    For more information on the redundant stacking cable connection, refer to page 3-16. page 3-32 OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide July 2005...

  • Page 117: Changing The Secondary Module To Primary

    Changing the Secondary Module to Primary OmniSwitch 6800 Series stacks allow users to manually force the secondary switch to assume the primary management role. This is referred to as “takeover.” The behavior of a takeover is similar to that of reload-...
  • Page 118 If there are only two switches in the stack, the former primary switch resumes the secondary role when it comes back up following the takeover. In this stack of two OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches, the slot 1 Primary - Slot 1 switch is the primary management module.

  • Page 119: Synchronizing Switches In A Stack

    “Reloading All Switches in a Stack” on page 3-30. Note. For more information on management module synchronization and managing the /flash/working and /flash/certified directories, refer to the “Managing CMM Directory Content” chapter in the Switch Management Guide. OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide July 2005 page 3-35...

  • Page 120: Monitoring The Stack

    Users can also monitor many stack operations by viewing the front panel LEDs on all elements in the stack. Refer to “Status LEDs” on page 2-13 for detailed information on LEDs and stack status. page 3-36 OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide July 2005...

  • Page 121: Cli Commands Supported On Both Primary And Secondary Management Modules

    Memory Monitoring Commands show log pmd OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide July 2005 page 3-37...
  • Page 122 Monitoring the Stack Managing OmniSwitch 6800 Series Stacks page 3-38 OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide July 2005...

  • Page 123: Regulatory Compliance And Safety Information

    Switzerland and therefore marked with the symbol: . Treatment applied at end of life of the product in these countries shall comply with the applicable national laws implementing directive 2002/96EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide July 2005 page A-1...

  • Page 124: Standards Compliance

    ETS 300 019 Stationary Use Class 3.1 • Standalone OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches comply with Class A and Class B standards for digital devices per the FCC Part 15, ICES-003, EN 55022, CISPR 22, AS/NZS 3548, and VCCI standards. Modules with copper connectors meet Class A requirements using unshielded (UTP) cables, but meet Class B requirements using shielded (STP) cables.

  • Page 125: Fcc Class A, Part 15

    Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information Standards Compliance Stacks consisting of two to eight OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches comply with Class A requirements. FCC Class A, Part 15 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful inter-...

  • Page 126: Vcci

    This is a Class A Information Product. When used in a residential environment, it may cause radio frequency interference. Under such circumstances, the user may be requested to take appropriate counter- measure. page A-4 OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide July 2005...

  • Page 127: Translated Safety Warnings

    Kabel angeschlossen oder gelöst werden, sowie keinerlei Installationen, Wartungen oder Konfigurationen vorgenommen werden. Español: Para evitar peligro de descargas, no conecte o desconecte ningun cable, ni realice ninguna insta- lación, maintenimiento o reconfiguración de este producto durante una tormenta eléctrica. OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide July 2005 page A-5...

  • Page 128: Installation Warning

    Español: Debido a que la apertura del puerto puede emitir radiación invisible cuando no hay un cable de fibra conectado, procurar no mirar directamente a las aperturas para no exponerse a la radiación. page A-6 OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide July 2005...

  • Page 129: Lithium Battery Warning

    Español: Si substituye las pilas de litio en su chasis, siempre utilice el mismo modelo o el tipo equiva- lente de pila recomendada por el fabricante. Deshágase de las pilas usadas según las instrucciones del fabricante. Devuelva el módulo con la pila de litio a Alcatel. La pila de litio será substituida en la fábrica de Alcatel.

  • Page 130: Power Disconnection Warning

    Cualquier otro equipo a cual se conecte este producto también debe estar conectado a tomas de • alimentación adecuadamente cableadas. page A-8 OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide July 2005...

  • Page 131: Read Important Safety Information Warning

    Español: Este equipo se debe instalar en un sitio con acceso restrinjido. Un sitio con el acceso restrinjido es uno seguro y con acceso limitado al personal de servicio que tiene una clave especial u otros medios de seguridad. OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide July 2005 page A-9...

  • Page 132: Wrist Strap Warning

    Français: L'électricité statique (ESD) peut endommager les composants du commutateur. Pour cette raison Alcatel joint à l'envoi du châssis un bracelet antistatique à brancher sur la prise mise à la terre située en bas à droite du commutateur. Vous devrez mettre ce bracelet avant toute intervention hardware.

  • Page 133: Instrucciones De Seguridad En Español

    Deseche las baterías usadas según las instrucciones del fabricante. Las instrucciones del fabricante son como sigue: Devuelva el módulo con la batería del litio a Alcatel. La batería del litio será substituida en la fábrica de Alcatel.

  • Page 134: Advertencia Sobre Una Apropiada Conexión A Tierra

    Debido a que la descarga electrostática (ESD) puede dañar componentes del interruptor, usted debe conec- tarse a tierra correctamente antes de continuar con la instalación del equipo. Para este propósito, Alcatel proporciona una pulsera antiestática y un terminal que pone a tierra situados cerca de la parte superior derecha del chasis.

  • Page 135: Index

    OS6800-24L front panel stacking ports OS6800-48 front panel stacks OS6800-48L front panel 2-11 OmniSwitch 6800-24 OS6800-U24 front panel technical specifications rack-mounting 2-20 OmniSwitch 6800-24L rear panel 2-15 technical specifications 2-10 tabletop 2-19 OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide July 2005 Index-1...
  • Page 136 3-18 show ni command 3-18 show power command 2-55 show spantree ports command 2-36 show stack status command 3-17 show temperature command 2-31 software rollback software synchronization 3-35 Index-2 OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide July 2005...

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