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  • Page 1 IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8332 Installation Guide...
  • Page 3 IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8332 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. 2014...
  • 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 G8332: 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 G8332: 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 G8332: Installation Guide...
  • Page 11 CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock or energy hazards: v This equipment must be installed by trained service personnel in a restricted-access location, as defined by the NEC and IEC 60950, The Standard for Safety of Information Technology Equipment. v Connect the equipment to a reliably grounded, safety extra low voltage (SELV) source.
  • 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 G8332: 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.
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  • 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

    Command Reference and the product release notes. The RackSwitch G8332 is a 1U rackable aggregation switch used to aggregate multiple high-speed server racks. The RackSwitch uses a wire-speed, non-blocking switching fabric that provides simultaneous wire-speed transport of multiple packets at low latency on all ports.

  • 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 – Browser-based Interface (BBI) – IBM NOS CLI (ibmnos) – System Networking Switch Center v Protocols – SNMP v1, v2, v3 – Remote Monitoring (RMON) – Network Time Protocol (NTP) support – DHCP v Software upgrades – Dual software images –...

  • Page 20: Switch Components

    – Heavy duty 2-post rack mounting brackets and screws ® – IBM iDataPlex rack mounting brackets and screws – IBM System Networking Adjustable 19" 4-post rail kit (for Power and System x racks) includes mounting brackets and screws v Hot-swap power supply v Hot-swap fans Switch unit The RackSwitch G8332 switch unit is a 1U rack-mountable Gigabit Ethernet switch.

  • Page 21: Reset Button

    RS-232 port Reset button RJ-45 Mgmt port USB port System status LEDs Figure 1. IBM RackSwitch G8332 front panel detail Power supplies Fan modules Figure 2. IBM RackSwitch G8332 rear panel Reset button The Reset button is recessed within a hole on the front panel. Use a straightened paper clip or similar object to press the Reset button.

  • Page 22: Switch Ports

    The QSFP+ ports support one 40 GbE connection, or four 10 GbE connections, using a breakout cable (on ports 2 to 25) or QSFP+ optical transceiver with MTP-to-4 LC (SFP+) fiber breakout cable. This option supports only IBM 10GBASE-SR SFP+ transceivers. The 40GBASE-SR4 specification (802.3ba-2010) indicates a higher optical power level than standard 10GBASE-SR.

  • Page 23: Console Port

    For the available QSFP+ transceivers and DACs for the switch, see https://www-01.ibm.com/products/hardware/configurator/americas/bhui/launchNI.wss. RJ-45 management port The 10/100/1000BASE-T management port (RJ-45) is located on the front panel.

  • Page 24: Switch Leds

    Switch LEDs One LED stack provides system status and port link status. The following illustration shows the system LEDs. RS-232 port Reset button RJ-45 Mgmt port USB port System status LEDs IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8332: Installation Guide...
  • Page 25 The system LEDs are described in the following table. Table 5. System LEDs Symbol Description Service indicator Power supplies and power input status Fans status Stacking indicator Media dependent adapter (MDA) status The following table describes the system LEDs. Table 6. System LED descriptions Function Service Power supply...

  • Page 26: Technical Specifications

    Relative humidity (non-condensing), storage 10 to 90% Altitude, operating 1,800 m (6,000 feet) Altitude, storage 12,190 m (40,000 feet) Acoustic noise Less than 65dB Heat dissipation 920 BTU/hour (typical) 1710 BTU/hour (maximum) IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8332: Installation Guide...

  • Page 27: Power Specifications

    Power specifications The power specifications for the RackSwitch are listed in the following table. Table 11. AC power specifications Specification Measurement Number of power supplies 2 (1+1 load sharing/redundant) AC-input frequency (universal) 50 - 60 Hz AC-input voltage (universal) 100-240 VAC AC inrush current 15 A AC-input current (typical)
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  • Page 29: Chapter 2. Installing The Rackswitch And Options

    This chapter describes the how to install the RackSwitch chassis and the associated RackSwitch components. v “Installing the RackSwitch in the standard equipment rack” on page 17 v “Installing the RackSwitch in the IBM iDataPlex rack” on page 20 ® v “Installing the RackSwitch in the IBM System x or Power rack”...

  • Page 30: Required Tools

    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/. Product name...

  • Page 31: Environmental Requirements

    This product does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Do not remove the cover of this device. The G8332 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.
  • Page 32 1. Turn off everything (unless instructed otherwise). 2. Attach all cables to the devices. 3. Attach the signal cables to the connectors. 4. Attach the power cords to the outlets. 5. Turn on the devices. (D005) IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8332: Installation Guide...

  • Page 33: Handling Static-Sensitive Devices

    This section describes how to install the RackSwitch in the standard 19-inch equipment rack. For information about mounting the RackSwitch in other rack types, see the following sections: v “Installing the RackSwitch in the IBM iDataPlex rack” on page 20 ® v “Installing the RackSwitch in the IBM System x or Power rack”...
  • Page 34 3. Gently slide the switch into the rack. 4. Use the M6 screws, washers, and clip nuts (or cage nuts) to secure the switch unit to the rack. Torque the screws to approximately 5.7 Nm +/- 0.1 Nm (50 inch-pounds). IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8332: Installation Guide...
  • Page 35 5. Connect all cables. 6. Initialize the switch, see Chapter 4, “Initializing the RackSwitch,” on page 45. Attention: If this is a switch replacement, make sure the VPD is updated to avoid losing the licensed electronic entitlement data of the RackSwitch. For more information, see “Configuring Vital Product Data after a switch replacement”...

  • Page 36: Installing The Rackswitch In The Ibm Idataplex Rack

    Installing the RackSwitch in the IBM iDataPlex rack This section describes how to install the RackSwitch in an IBM iDataPlex rack. The iDataPlex mounting kit allows the switch to be mounted either vertically or horizontally. For information about mounting the RackSwitch in other rack types, see the following sections: v “Installing the RackSwitch in the standard equipment rack”...
  • Page 37 3. Slide the RackSwitch into the rack. 4. Use the M6 washers and screws are used to mount the switch unit into the rack. Torque the screws to approximately 5.7 Nm +/- 0.1 Nm (50 inch-pounds). 5. Use the M6 washers, screws, and clip nuts are used to attach the alignment plate.

  • Page 38: Installing The Rackswitch In The Ibm System X Or Power Rack

    Installing the RackSwitch in the IBM System x or Power rack This section provides how to install the RackSwitch in an IBM System Networking Adjustable 19” 4-post rail kit (for Power and System x racks). For information about mounting the RackSwitch in other rack types, see the following sections: v “Installing the RackSwitch in the standard equipment rack”...
  • Page 39 To install the RackSwitch in the IBM System Networking adjustable 19” 4-post 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. See “Before installing the RackSwitch” on page 13.
  • Page 40 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). If required, insert the filler plate as shown. IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8332: Installation Guide...

  • Page 41: Installing The 1U Air Duct Option In A Rack

    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). 10 11 7. Connect all the cables. 8. Initialize the switch, see Chapter 4, “Initializing the RackSwitch,” on page 45. Attention: If this is a switch replacement, make sure the VPD is updated to avoid losing the licensed electronic entitlement data of the RackSwitch.
  • Page 42 1U duct Foam carrier assembly, includes half shears and foam carrier Screw, slotted, M3.5, 7 mm, flanged hex head DANGER Rack-mounted devices are not to be used as shelves or work spaces. (L002) IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8332: Installation Guide...
  • Page 43 To install the 1U air duct option in a 19" rack, complete the following steps. 1. Loosen and remove the mounting screws from the both sides of the mounting rail and set aside to reuse to secure the foam carrier. Foam carrier snug against rear of unit Reuse mounting screws Half shear...

  • Page 44: Installing A Qsfp+ Transceiver

    For information about removing the air duct, see “Removing the 1U air duct option” on page 41. Installing a QSFP+ transceiver The RackSwitch G8332 supports QSFP+ fiber transceivers. For the available transceivers for the switch, see https://www-01.ibm.com/products/hardware/ configurator/americas/bhui/launchNI.wss. The QSFP+ ports accept approved QSFP+ transceivers. The QSFP+ optical transceiver provides an MTP cable connector for connecting to external ports.
  • Page 45 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 47: Chapter 3. Removing And Replacing The Rackswitch And Components

    To remove the RackSwitch from a standard equipment rack, complete the following steps: 1. Disconnect all cables. 2. Loosen and remove M6 screws, washers, and clip nuts (or cage nuts) to remove the switch unit from the rack. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2014...

  • Page 48: Removing The Rackswitch From An Idataplex Rack

    Removing the RackSwitch from an iDataPlex rack To remove the RackSwitch from an iDataPlex rack, complete the following steps: 1. Disconnect all cables. 2. Loosen and remove the M6 washers, screws, and clip nuts that attach the alignment plate. IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8332: Installation Guide...
  • Page 49 3. Loosen and remove the M6 washers and screws that mount the switch unit into the rack. 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. Chapter 3.

  • Page 50: Removing The Rackswitch From A System X Or Power Rack

    3. Loosen and remove M6 washers, screws, and clip nuts that attach the filler plate (if present) to the rear mounting brackets. 4. Slide the rear mounting brackets out of the slots available on the front mounting brackets. IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8332: Installation Guide...
  • Page 51 SEE STEP 5 5. 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. 6. Slide the RackSwitch out of the rack. 7. Loosen and remove the M4 screws that attach the front mounting brackets to each side of the switch.

  • Page 52: Removing And Replacing The Ac Power Supply Module

    To remove the AC power supply module, complete the following steps: 1. Remove the power cord from the power connector. 2. Press the release latch on the left side of the power supply module, and slide the module out of the slot. IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8332: Installation Guide...

  • Page 53: Replacing The Ac Power Supply Module

    Attention: Do not leave the power-supply slot empty for more than 90 seconds while the switch is operating. Replacing the AC power supply module DANGER Multiple power cords. The product might be equipped with multiple power cords. To remove all hazardous voltages, disconnect all power cords. (L003) To replace the AC power supply module, complete the following steps: 1.

  • Page 54: Removing The Fan Module

    3. Slide the fan module into the open slot and gently push it all the way into the slot, so that it firmly engages with the connector (see the illustration). Each fan module has a mechanical guide key to prevent you from inserting the module incorrectly. IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8332: Installation Guide...

  • Page 55: Removing And Replacing The Qsfp+ Media Dependent Adapter Module

    RackSwitch. To remove the MDA module, complete the following steps. 1. Log into the system to turn off the power to the MDA module and use one of the following commands: v From the IBM-NOS prompt, enter: ibm-nos: /oper/mda d Where d is disable...

  • Page 56: Replacing The Mda Module

    3. Turn on the power to the MDA module using the software commands: From the IBM-NOS prompt, enter: ibm-nos: /oper/mda e Where e is enable From the ISCLI prompt, enter: iscli: no mda shutdown IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8332: Installation Guide...

  • Page 57: Removing The 1U Air Duct Option

    Removing the 1U air duct option To remove the 1U air duct option from a 19" rack, complete the following steps. 1. Loosen the two M4 thumbscrews securing the air duct unit to the air duct brackets. thumbscrews 2. Slide the air duct unit out of the rack. To return the component to customer service for replacement, see Appendix A, “Getting help and technical assistance,”...

  • Page 58: Configuring Vital Product Data After A Switch Replacement

    7. After the switch reboots, at the command prompt, verify that the VPD information is correct by issuing the show sys-info command using the ISCLI interface or the /info/sys/general command using MenuCLI interface. ISCLI interface output example: show sys-info IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8332: Installation Guide...
  • Page 59 Time zone: No timezone configured Daylight Savings Time Status: Disabled IBM Networking Operating System RackSwitch G8332 Switch has been up for 0 days, 0 hours, 9 minutes and 43 seconds. Last boot: 8:18:29 Mon Jan 30, 2000 (reset from console) MAC address: a8:97:dc:8b:07:00 IP (If 1) address: 192.168.49.50...
  • Page 60 Power Supply 1: Front-To-Back [] Power Supply 2: Front-To-Back [94Y8104 MDA CurrType=8x40GbE BootType=8x40GbE LastEvent=StartUp CurrState=Active MDA CPLD Firmware=0.4 For more information about using the switch interface, see the Configuration guide for your interface. IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8332: 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. 2014...

  • 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 G8332: Installation Guide...

  • Page 63: Configuring The Ip Interface

    RS G8332 (config-ip-if)# exit 4. Configure the default gateway. Enable the gateway. RS G8332 (config)# ip gateway 1 address 10.10.10.1 (example gateway address) RS G8332 (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: Using The Boot Management Menu

    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. IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8332: Installation Guide...

  • Page 65: Chapter 5. Troubleshooting

    If you have problems accessing the switch or working with the software, see the RackSwitch G8332 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 67: 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 68 Table 18. IBM RackSwitch G8332, Model 8036-xxx replaceable parts (continued) Option part Tier 1 CRU part Description Model number number 5 m IBM QSFP+ DAC (breakout) 8036-BFX 49Y7888 49Y7932 8036-HC4 8036-BRX 8036-HC3 1 m IBM QSFP+ to QSFP+ 8036-BFX 49Y7890...
  • Page 69 Table 18. IBM RackSwitch G8332, Model 8036-xxx replaceable parts (continued) Option part Tier 1 CRU part Description Model number number IBM System Networking 8036-BFX Recessed 19" 4-post rail 8036-HC4 8036-BRX 8036-HC3 Table 19. IBM RackSwitch G8332, Model 1611-32E replaceable parts...
  • Page 70 Option and CRU part number Power cord, 4.3 m (14 ft), drawer to OEM 39M5096 PDU, 200-240V, 15A, IEC320/C13, PT# 5 Power cord, 4.3 m (14 ft), drawer to OEM 39M5200 PDU, 200-240V, 15A, IEC320/C13, PT# 59 IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8332: Installation Guide...
  • Page 71 Table 21. Power and line cords (1611-32E) (continued) Description Option and CRU part number 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 39M5510...
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  • 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 G8332: 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

    17 requirements 15 System x rack 22 environmental specifications 10 notes, important 60 fan description 5 notices 59 fan module electronic emission 62 installing 38 FCC, Class A 62 LED descriptions 38 removing 38 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2014...
  • Page 84 15 reset button 5 RJ-45 LEDs 9 RJ-45 pin assignments 7 specifications environmental 10 power 11 standard rack installing the RackSwitch 17, 23 mounting parts 17 switch before installing 13 environmental requirements 15 IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8332: Installation Guide...
  • Page 86 Part Number: 00CG243 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 00CG243...

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